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Interviews with college football coaches heading into halftime of games can often be anodyne. As his Texas team competes for a conference title on Saturday, Steve Sarkisian provided a notable exception. Despite the No. 2 Longhorns leading No. 5 Georgia 6-3 at halftime of the 2024 SEC championship game Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sarkisian’s squad spent the opening 30 minutes of the matchup mired in mistakes, finishing the first half with eight penalties for 80 yards. REQUIRED READING: Texas vs Georgia live score updates, highlights, how to watch SEC championship game When asked by ESPN’s Laura Rutledge about how Texas cleans up that sloppiness, Sarkisian provided a succinct and pointed answer. “Well, hopefully they call them for a holding one of these times, too,” Sarkisian said , with no further elaboration or comment beyond his brief statement. In contrast to the Longhorns , Georgia had just two penalties for 19 yards in the first two quarters of action. The penalty disparity was one of several factors that kept coach Kirby Smart’s team down just three points after being statistically dominated in the first half. Texas outgained the Bulldogs by a 260-54 margin in the opening two quarters. Several of the Longhorns’ penalties negated big plays that could have ultimately led to precious points in a low-scoring game. Texas entered Saturday’s game No. 62 among 134 FBS teams in penalty yards per game, with 50.3.
Maurice Herlihy’s AMA Drives BlockDAG’s Presale to $166M – Harvard Alumnus Highlights Its Edge Over HBAR and ICP NewsPodeli : Dragan “Palma” Markovic, leader of United Serbia, died on Friday at the age of 65, reported the daily Novosti. Markovic became the first mayor of Jagodina when it gained city status in 2008. He served as a Serbian Parliament member from 2008 until resigning in September 2011 due to a conflict of interest. Even after the 2020 elections he was re-elected as Jagodina mayor. Markovic was a close ally of the Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS) and its leader Ivica Dacic. His United Serbia party is part of the ruling coalition. He entered politics in 1993, co-founding the Party of Serbian Unity alongside Zeljko „Arkan“ Raznatovic and Borislav Pelevic.
Alberta to end use of photo radar on provincial highways as of April 1 EDMONTON — Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. Lisa Johnson, The Canadian Press Dec 2, 2024 3:37 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Alberta’s transportation minister says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. Dreeshen speaks with reporters in Calgary on Thursday, May 19, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh EDMONTON — Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. The province also plans over the coming months to review "cash cows” – photo radar spots that appear to prioritize money-making over safety -- with the goal of shutting down 70 per cent of the current 2,200 sites. Dreeshen says far too often photo radar penalizes drivers without improving road safety, adding the province doesn’t intend to offer extra cash to make municipalities whole from the lost photo radar revenue. “The whole point of getting rid of these cash cow locations is to make sure that photo radar is used as a traffic safety tool and not as a revenue generator,” Dreeshen told a news conference Monday. Photo radar will continue to be allowed in school zones, playground zones and construction sites, but beyond these areas, local governments will have to submit their case and show evidence of higher collision rates. At intersections equipped with cameras, running a red light could still net a driver a ticket, but speeding on green will not - starting in the spring. Kara Westerlund, president of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta, applauded the move. “Our communities have called for change, and I’m proud to say that this government has listened,” she said at the government news conference. Alberta Municipalities president Tyler Gandam said his organization supports local governments using automated traffic enforcement for safety reasons, since the data shows it reduces deaths, injuries and property damage. "It's improving safety in the communities, no question," Gandam said in an interview, adding the government's decision is about political points because getting tickets is unpopular. "If you don't like photo radar, just stop speeding," he said. Gandam said forcing municipalities to go through another approval process represents more bureaucracy from a government that prides itself on cutting red tape. He said photo radar revenue makes up a small portion of any municipality's budget. For him, the issue is about safety, including that of the police officers who will need to enforce traffic safety. Dreeshen said the province has seen a "mixed bag" of data measuring photo radar's effect on collision numbers. "There's lots of folks that will say photo radar is needed to keep these streets safe, but we've also seen municipalities, when they remove photo radar, that we've actually seen safer streets," he said. "We're not banning speed limits," he said. Opposition NDP critic Lorne Dach told reporters Dreeshen's move doesn't appear to be supported by evidence. "The decision-making here seems to be basically based on the minister's decision about popularity rather than public safety data," said Dach. NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi said the government is adding red tape, and that municipalities, including Calgary, use photo radar funding to pay for policing. "If this government wants municipalities to increase property taxes for their largest budget item, they should just say so," he said. The United Conservative Party government has been placing restrictions on photo radar sites in stages. All photo radar sites were removed from ring roads in Calgary and Edmonton last December. Dreeshen said that's shown good results, in part because drivers aren't taken off guard by having to suddenly slow down and disrupt traffic. In 2019, the UCP increased the province’s share of photo radar revenue to 40 per cent from 27. That fiscal year, the revenue generated was $203 million across the province. By last year, total revenue was down to $145 million, Dreeshen said Monday. "At the end of the day, this is going to be a hit to the province (financially) as well." Among the top five revenue-generating sites listed by the government in 2023, four are in Edmonton and area, each collecting between $2.1 million and almost $6 million per year. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 2, 2024. Lisa Johnson, The Canadian Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Get your daily Victoria news briefing Email Sign Up More Alberta News Alberta RCMP officer charged with sexual assault after 2022 hotel party Dec 2, 2024 2:22 PM Edmonton Elks hire longtime Stampeders assistant Mark Kilam as head coach Dec 2, 2024 1:54 PM Hockey Canada invites 32 players to national junior team selection camp Dec 2, 2024 11:41 AM
First State K9 Expands Expertise: Custom Dog Equipment Innovator Adds Immersive Board-and-Train Service 12-03-2024 12:34 AM CET | Politics, Law & Society Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Brand Featured Trusted by Law Enforcement, Now Serving Local Dog Owners with Balanced, In-Home Training Image: https://www.globalnewslines.com/uploads/2024/11/650bb8bef1fd6a917a0cc125e10ad263.jpg Dover, DE - First State K9, a long-standing provider of custom-made dog training equipment for professional trainers and law enforcement agencies, is proud to announce the addition of an immersive board-and-train service to its offerings. Led by owner and veteran handler David Parker, the program combines cutting-edge training methods with a personal touch, allowing dogs to live and train in a real home environment. David Parker's credentials speak for themselves. With decades of experience as a law enforcement handler and trainer, Parker has trained dogs for bomb detection, search and rescue, and assisted the Department of Defense with K9 scent detection. Now, he's bringing the same expertise trusted by law enforcement agencies to dog owners in Central Delaware. Unlike traditional kennel-based programs, First State K9's board-and-train service integrates dogs into Parker's home, where they experience day-to-day family life. This unique setup ensures exposure to real-world scenarios and stimuli, resulting in more well-rounded and reliable behavior corrections. "Our approach combines the best of professional techniques with a personal, home-based environment," said Parker. "This isn't just training - it's transformation, tailored to the individual dog's needs." First State K9 has already earned glowing testimonials. Nikki Recchioni, a recent client, shared, "Other trainers wouldn't help! Dave's persistence and expertise made all the difference for my challenging dog. He helped me set realistic goals, try different approaches, and, most importantly, become the leader my dog needed." The board-and-train service is available to dog owners in Central Delaware, within approximately 10 miles of Dover. Whether addressing behavioral issues or building foundational obedience, First State K9's balanced methods offer a proven path to success. In addition to this service, Parker has built a reputation for providing high-quality, custom dog training equipment to professional handlers across the nation. Trusted by large law enforcement agencies, these tools exemplify First State K9's commitment to excellence in all things canine. Visit FirstStateK9.com [ http://firststatek9.com/ ] to learn more about their board-and-train services or to explore their lineup of custom training equipment. Media Contact Company Name: First State K-9 Contact Person: David Parker Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=first-state-k9-expands-expertise-custom-dog-equipment-innovator-adds-immersive-boardandtrain-service ] Country: United States Website: http://firststatek9.com/ This release was published on openPR.
Former Nebraska head coach Scott Frost has landed his first college job since his time with the Huskers, and it's a familiar location. Frost is set to take over at UCF, the program he coached from 2016-17 before heading to Nebraska, according to multiple reports. 247Sports and The Orlando Sentinel reported the news Saturday. Previous reports indicated that UCF was down to two candidates, Frost and UNLV head coach Barry Odom, in its quest to replace the fired Gus Malzahn. The Knights chose to reunite with Frost over the 48-year-old Odom, who led UNLV to a 10-win season this fall. Frost rebuilt a UCF football program coming off a winless season into a six-win squad, then a 13-0 team during the 2017 season which stands as the best in UCF's program history. Frost had been out of the college game since his firing at Nebraska in September 2022. He compiled a 16-31 record at his alma mater, completing four losing seasons before being fired three games into the 2022 campaign. The former Nebraska head coach's first job since was with the Los Angeles Rams this fall, where he briefly worked as an analyst. Having failed to rebuild at Nebraska, the 49-year-old Frost now returns to the school where he thrived as an up-and-coming offensive coach. Get local news delivered to your inbox!HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama A&M fired football coach Connell Maynor after seven seasons on Monday. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama A&M fired football coach Connell Maynor after seven seasons on Monday. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama A&M fired football coach Connell Maynor after seven seasons on Monday. Athletic director Paul A. Bryant announced the decision in a statement. The Bulldogs went 6-6 this season, including a 4-4 Southwestern Athletic Conference mark, and won three straight games before a season-ending loss to Florida A&M. Maynor finished 40-32 at Alabama A&M, including a 28-21 SWAC record. Maynor led Alabama A&M to its first SWAC championship in 15 years during the shortened 2021 season that played in the spring. The Bulldogs went 5-0 and beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 40-33 to claim the program’s second SWAC football title. Maynor is a former Arena Football League player who played quarterback for Winston-Salem State and North Carolina A&T. The program suffered a tragedy when linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. died last week from an injury sustained during the annual Magic City Classic against in-state rival Alabama State on Oct. 26. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football Advertisement
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to run Health and Human Services. SPRINGFIELD — Every new presidential administration comes with policy changes, but the second administration of President-elect Donald Trump and his proposed secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., could dramatically reshape the public health landscape. Kennedy, a former political rival of Trump, became a close ally over the final months of the 2024 campaign and was selected for the HHS post shortly after the election. The department houses the National Institutes of Health, Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Kennedy’s views on health and his stated policy initiatives could have far-reaching effects on public health, including on policies in Illinois. Kennedy has often encouraged healthier food consumption for Americans — a goal Illinois Democrats could support. But Kennedy holds other views at odds with science. In a 2023 Fox News interview, he said he believes a debunked theory that vaccines cause autism. He has also proposed discouraging fluoridating public water — a public health measure that supports dental health. Kennedy is not receiving a warm reception from Illinois Democratic U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, who will vote on Kennedy’s nomination if it advances to the Senate floor. “This is one of the most important and sensitive appointments that a president can make,” Durbin said. “Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may be qualified in some areas; he is totally unqualified for this job. He has engaged in quack science and crazy theories right and left and drawn a lot of attention because of it. "I fear this man is going to bring the same ideas to the administration of this life and death agency and that would be a disaster.” If Kennedy becomes the HHS secretary, his administration’s work could put Illinois health policy at odds with federal directives in some areas. But the state might also find a partner in Kennedy as the General Assembly considers food regulation. If Kennedy gets his way, the CDC would recommend public water systems stop putting fluoride in public drinking water on the very day Trump is sworn in on Jan. 20, according to a social media post Kennedy made days before the election. “Fluoride is an industrial waste,” Kennedy said, claiming it causes bone and neurological issues as well as other problems. Fluoride keeps teeth strong and is a naturally occurring mineral that is often used in toothpaste because of its benefits for dental health, according to the CDC. Putting it in water supplies was named by the agency one of the 10 greatest public health achievements of the last century. As for Kennedy’s claim that it causes health problems, one National Toxicology Program study found a possible link between fluoride levels of 1.5 milligrams per liter or higher and lower IQs in children. However, researchers noted more studies are needed to draw specific conclusions. Illinois water systems keep fluoride levels at 0.7 parts per million and are required to notify customers when levels exceed 2 milligrams per liter, according to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Nearly every Illinois resident consumes fluoride in their drinking water, according to a 2023 CDC report. The annual report found 90 percent of state water systems had fluoride. Together, they serve 98 percent of the state’s population. Fluoride is required in Illinois drinking water under a 1967 state law, which was amended in 2016 to lower the amount of fluoride water systems are required to use. However, the 2016 law says the levels “shall be in compliance with the recommendations on optimal fluoridation for community water levels as proposed and adopted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.” Additional rules established by the state’s Pollution Control Board also govern the level of fluoride in water. It’s not clear how Illinois’ fluoride use would change if federal recommendations change. “Illinois EPA cannot speculate on what actions may be taken if such decisions are made at the federal level. State regulations can be more stringent than federal regulation but cannot be less stringent,” agency spokesperson Kim Biggs said. Kennedy is known for being skeptical of vaccines and spreading false information about them. What he would do about vaccines as HHS secretary is unclear. He has said in recent weeks he wouldn’t take any vaccines away. However, he has pushed for significant deregulation and changes at HHS and its agencies that could affect approval of future vaccines. The Illinois Department of Public Health requires a schedule of 12 vaccines children must receive and stipulates parents present their child’s school with proof of immunization for certain vaccines by certain grade levels. There are also various vaccine requirements for college students and health care workplaces. Illinois’ school vaccine policy is set at the state level based on recommendations of a CDC advisory committee on vaccines, according to IDPH. The state’s history of requiring vaccines in schools goes back more than a century. The Illinois State Board of Health first required children to get vaccines against smallpox to attend school in 1894. The World Health Organization eventually declared smallpox eradicated in 1977 after decades of vaccination against the virus. Broader vaccine requirements that apply today were mandated by the General Assembly beginning in 1967. The State Board of Health, a division of IDPH, is primarily responsible for any changes to Illinois’ vaccine requirements, even if recommendations change at the federal level. Any changes to the requirements would be recommended by the Board of Health following a public hearing, according to IDPH, and are based on recommendations issued by a CDC review panel. Some common vaccines such as Hepatitis A, flu and COVID-19 are not required for children to attend school in Illinois despite appearing on the CDC’s recommended vaccine schedule. Illinois law requires school districts to provide parents with information about flu shots, however. State law also allows parents and guardians to skip vaccines for their children for religious or medical reasons. Another of Kennedy’s priorities is establishing healthy diets to combat obesity and chronic diseases. He has called for more regulation of food ingredients in a pledge to crack down on ultra-processed foods and ingredients linked to health problems. “Given the current nominee’s interest, it’s likely something like this could be on the docket on the federal level,” UI-Chicago School of Public Health Professor Jamie Chriqui said. “Usually what we see is it gets tested first at the state and local level before it becomes a federal push, unless there is a champion at the federal level who is interested in making changes.” Despite controversy around Kennedy, the Trump administration could have a partner with Illinois on ingredient restrictions. The state Senate took a bipartisan vote this spring to advance a bill that would ban brominated vegetable oil, red dye No. 3, propylparaben and potassium bromate — which are all used in food manufacturing — in food sold in Illinois beginning in 2028. The bill is currently stalled in the House. “I agree with the science and in this case, it appears RFK does as well,” said bill sponsor Sen. Willie Preston, D-Chicago. “We’re in alignment. I’m happy to work with him if that’s possible to move this issue forward, certainly here in Illinois, which I have a responsibility to do, but across this country.” Kennedy is “problematic” on other issues, Preston said, but he said he believes on the issue of food additives, Kennedy’s appointment shows the country is moving toward further regulation to make food healthier. The FDA, which Kennedy hopes to reduce in size and scope, has considered revoking authorization for brominated vegetable oil. These ingredients are all linked to health issues from cancer to nervous system issues, Chriqui said. California has already cracked down on several artificial ingredients Illinois lawmakers are targeting, though food and business organizations have opposed such regulations, including in Illinois. Chriqui pointed to the FDA’s ban on artificial trans fats as evidence food manufacturers can make changes when prompted by the government. “There was a similar push back, and ultimately when the FDA came out with federal regulations related to trans fats, manufacturers were able to comply,” Chriqui said. While the FDA plays a key role in shaping federal food regulations, states maintain similar power, Chriqui said. She stressed that doesn’t mean it would be a good idea for Kennedy to abolish parts of the FDA, but that states have historically been the initial drivers of nutrition policy changes, such as regulating trans fats and food in schools. “States like California and Illinois, who have a history of leading important food safety regulations, can continue to demonstrate how science-backed policies can make a positive impact,” Chriqui said. While Kennedy has also suggested reforms he would make to school lunch programs, those are managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. An Illinois State Board of Education spokesperson said ISBE receives four grants from HHS, but they are not related to the lunch program.
LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) — Leo Colimerio had 15 points in Queens' 81-78 win against VMI on Saturday. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) — Leo Colimerio had 15 points in Queens' 81-78 win against VMI on Saturday. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) — Leo Colimerio had 15 points in Queens’ 81-78 win against VMI on Saturday. Colimerio had seven rebounds and five assists for the Royals (4-5). Jaxon Pollard scored 13 points while finishing 6 of 8 from the floor and added eight rebounds. Yoav Berman had 12 points and shot 4 of 7 from the field, including 3 for 6 from 3-point range, and went 1 for 4 from the line. A 3-pointer by TJ Johnson got VMI within 77-76 with 8 seconds remaining, but Nasir Mann’s layup gave Queens an important three-point lead with 6 seconds left. Rickey Bradley, Jr. led the way for the Keydets (5-6) with 19 points and four steals. TJ Johnson added 17 points, six rebounds and three steals for VMI. Augustinas Kiudulas also put up 15 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. Advertisement
Oil slips ahead of Opec+ production-cut decisionReaching four in five online Australians with an audience of 17.185 million, News Corp Australia is the top Australian news and information publisher in the Organisation category, according to Ipsos iris October 2024 rankings released today. In the News category, News Corp Australia is the number one news and video publisher with an audience of 13.835 million and 510 million browser page views – an engaged reach of 36.87 browser page views per person. In video, the company has the largest audience for news consumption at 2.146 million, with 53 million video views for the month. News also leads across the following categories: ● Entertainment – audience of 4.594 million and 41 million page views ● Lifestyle – audience of 8.084 million and 145 million page views ● Sport – audience of 5.705 million and 60 million page views ● Travel – audience of 3.103 million and 15 million page views Managing director and publisher free news and lifestyle Pippa Leary said: “In the News category, we have an engaged reach of almost 37 page views per person which is more than 50 percent higher than our nearest competitor. Our engaged reach is stronger than ever and means better outcomes for our clients. Having a highly engaged audience who seek out our trusted brands, visit multiple pages and spend real time on our sites is critical to our success and the success of our clients.” In the News category, five of News Corp Australia’s brands feature in the top 25 sites: news.com.au with an audience of 11.132 million, and subscription led sites Herald Sun with an audience of 3.389 million, The Australian with an audience of 3.337 million, The Courier-Mail with an audience of 3.020 million and The Daily Telegraph with an audience of 2.984 million. In the Lifestyle category, News Corp Australia has the top two sites, taste.com.au with an audience of 4.483 million followed by news.com.au – Lifestyle with an audience of 3.400 million. In the Sports news category, news.com.au – Sports is number one with an audience of 3.179 million, with CODE Sports remaining in the top 10 with an audience of 1.118 million. In the Travel news category, news.com.au – Travel has an audience of 2.222 million, followed by Escape.com.au with an audience of 1.385 million, the top two sites in the category.Mob cloud hovers over McCormick Place union