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South Korea's Yoon vows to fight 'until the very last minute'The latest development came hours after thousands of his supporters, defying government warnings, broke through a barrier of shipping containers blocking off Islamabad and entered a high-security zone, where they clashed with security forces, facing tear gas shelling, mass detentions and gunfire. Tension has been high in Islamabad since Sunday when supporters of the former PM began a “long march” from the restive north-west to demand his release. Khan has been in a prison for more than a year and faces more than 150 criminal cases that his party says are politically motivated. Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, led the protest, but she fled as police pushed back against demonstrators. Hundreds of Khan’s supporters are being arrested in the ongoing night-time operation. Interior minister Mohsin Naqvi told reporters that the Red Zone, which houses government buildings and embassies, and the surrounding areas have been cleared. Leaders from Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, or PTI, have also fled the protest site. Earlier on Tuesday, Pakistan’s army took control of D-Chowk, a large square in the Red Zone, where visiting Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is staying. Since Monday, Mr Naqvi had threatened that security forces would use live fire if protesters fired weapons at them. “We have now authorised the police to respond as necessary,” Mr Naqvi said Tuesday while visiting the square. Before the operation began, protester Shahzor Ali said people had taken to the streets because Khan had called for them. “We will stay here until Khan joins us. He will decide what to do next,” Mr Ali said. Protester Fareeda Bibi, who is not related to Khan’s wife, said people have suffered greatly for the last two years. “We have really suffered for the last two years, whether it is economically, politically or socially. We have been ruined. I have not seen such a Pakistan in my life,” she said. Authorities have struggled to contain the protest-related violence. Six people, including four members of the security services, were killed when a vehicle rammed them on a street overnight into Tuesday. A police officer died in a separate incident. Dozens of Khan supporters beat a videographer covering the protest for the Associated Press and took his camera. He sustained head injuries and was treated in hospital. By Tuesday afternoon, fresh waves of protesters made their way unopposed to their final destination in the Red Zone. Mr Naqvi said Khan’s party had rejected a government offer to rally on the outskirts of the city. Information minister Atta Tarar warned there would be a severe government reaction to the violence. The government says only the courts can order Khan’s release. He was ousted in 2022 through a no-confidence vote in Parliament. In a bid to foil the unrest, police have arrested more than 4,000 Khan supporters since Friday and suspended mobile and internet services in some parts of the country. Messaging platforms were also experiencing severe disruption in the capital. Khan’s party relies heavily on social media and uses messaging platforms such as WhatsApp to share information, including details of events. The X platform, which is banned in Pakistan, is no longer accessible, even with a VPN. Last Thursday, a court prohibited rallies in the capital and Mr Naqvi said anyone violating the ban would be arrested. Travel between Islamabad and other cities has become nearly impossible because of shipping containers blocking the roads. All education institutions remain closed.
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Subsea7 awarded contract in the US Gulf of MexicoShare Tweet Share Share Email Today, with more than 80% of Americans subscribed to a broadband internet service, a life without internet is nearly unthinkable. While the core priorities of connectivity —latency, capacity, and availability—remain constant, the demand for performance has skyrocketed. To understand how businesses can keep up with uncompromising consumer expectations, we turned to Roshin Unnikrishnan , Senior Director of Growth and Revenue Operations at Cisco , who shared his insights on the state of networking and connectivity and what lies ahead for millions of users worldwide. Core Demands Meet New Applications “Most users today, especially those who didn’t experience the early days of dial-up, come with high expectations,” says Unnikrishnan. “And those expectations have quickly become industry standards, pushing the entire industry to adapt.” Applications like autonomous vehicles, remote surgeries, and a massive wave of IoT devices require extremely low latency, measured in milliseconds. At the same time, the explosion of video streaming and hybrid work has driven throughput demands to record levels, while coverage needs have expanded well beyond urban centers. Wi-Fi, however, remains the dominant choice for wireless connectivity, with a staggering 4.1 billion Wi-Fi devices shipped in 2024 alone . “We can confidently call it a staple technology now, and it’s expected to be available and supported everywhere,” Unnikrishnan notes. Wi-Fi’s versatility and ease of use have solidified its role across both consumer and industrial sectors. With Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 expanding into the 6 GHz spectrum, its capabilities are set to stretch even further with multigigabit speeds, low latency, and greater reliability. But, as Unnikrishnan points out, “While expectations keep rising, we need to meet them with robust security. Connectivity without security is pointless.” Rising Expectations and Evolving Industry Standards Heightened geopolitical tensions, corporate espionage, and evolving cyber threats have made network security essential for maintaining both customer trust and business continuity. “‘Securing the network’ used to mean protecting data, but now it’s about preserving relationships and ensuring uninterrupted operations,” Unnikrishnan explains. AI’s role in networking is also transforming the way networks are managed. By 2027, 90% of enterprises are expected to automate network operations using AI capabilities. “It’s streamlining network management and addressing much of the overhead that previously slowed us down. The telecom industry hasn’t hesitated to adopt it,” says Unnikrishnan. AI-driven automation now enables real-time adjustments to changing performance needs, supporting advanced use cases such as autonomous vehicles, extended reality (XR), and edge computing. Unnikrishnan also points to the growing market share of satellite providers like Starlink, which are broadening the definition of connectivity by delivering coverage to underserved areas. “There’s an understanding now that localized networks won’t meet today’s range and density expectations,” he observes. Satellite solutions are bridging gaps in resilience across diverse environments, while homes increasingly leverage mesh networks and hotspots for more consistent coverage. Meanwhile, the data generated by businesses has put new demands on data centers. “Currently, centralization and codependency are the biggest risks in data storage,” Unnikrishnan explains. “But factors like liquid cooling and facility size, as well as global regulations around sustainability, make data centers a complex geopolitical issue as much as an operational one.” He explains that events like mechanical failures or political turbulence can trigger massive outages, highlighting the need for resilient data infrastructure. But some of these changes may need to occur closer to home. U.S. Leadership in Innovation, Standards, and Supply Chain Security Given the competitive global market, connectivity innovation has grown into something bigger than a technology issue. “We’re at a point where innovation in connectivity is a national concern,” Unnikrishnan emphasizes. Sustained innovation is essential to maintain U.S. leadership in connectivity, especially amid rising geopolitical pressures. “For decades, the U.S. has led the development of connectivity standards, but that leadership is at risk if we lose sight of these discussions.” Securing the supply chain for critical hardware components is just as essential. “Controlling the supply chain end-to-end, ideally through nearshoring, helps ensure availability, mitigates many of the dependencies and, consequently, risks,” he notes. “Self-sufficiency will become incredibly important in the years ahead.” Policies like the CHIPS Act represent promising steps toward a resilient supply chain, ensuring local innovation and security for the connectivity infrastructure. What the Future Holds for Connectivity Looking to the future, Unnikrishnan predicts that connectivity demands will continue to rise. “The future of connectivity will introduce new expectations: smarter, more personalized experiences, which require higher throughput and low latency to accommodate user data. But sustainability will also be a priority, and that requires careful planning,” he shares. And as connectivity infrastructure has grown, so has its environmental impact. The carbon footprint of data centers and networking equipment has become a major concern, and future connectivity solutions will need to balance performance with energy efficiency. Sustainability initiatives in connectivity, such as energy-efficient network equipment and low-power data centers, are becoming more mainstream as organizations strive to reduce their carbon footprint. But the effort works in both directions: 5G-enabled technologies are forecasted to contribute 20% towards the U.S.’s 2030 emission reduction targets. Advancements in AI and quantum computing will also reshape network administration . “Network administration is one of the biggest optimization opportunities for AI,” Unnikrishnan explains. Quantum computing, though still in its early stages, has the potential to transform encryption and data processing, laying the groundwork for a more secure and efficient network infrastructure. The Future of Networking & Connectivity Unnikrishnan emphasizes that the evolution of networking and connectivity has implications that reach beyond technology . “Connectivity is often taken for granted—especially secure connectivity,” he explains. “But in an increasingly tense world, that assumption may no longer hold up. We need to consider the potential impact of large-scale disruptions or security compromises, particularly as critical infrastructure in sectors like power, healthcare, and air travel still relies on vulnerable, outdated networks.” To ensure a resilient future, Unnikrishnan calls for policymakers, businesses, and consumers alike to approach connectivity with renewed urgency, recognizing its vital role in both daily life and in building a more secure, interconnected world. Related Items: connectivity , Internet , Networking Share Tweet Share Share Email Recommended for you How is Scam Affecting the Internet The Future of Networking: Why Branded Refurbished Equipment Is Gaining Popularity MTN Group Selects IP Infusion as Approved Supplier for Open and Disaggregated Networking. Comments
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FBI Director Christopher Wray announced he will resign at the end of President Joe Biden's term, paving the way for President-elect Donald Trump's nominee, Kash Patel, to potentially take over . "This is the best way to avoid dragging the Bureau deeper into the fray, while reinforcing the values and principles that are so important in how we do our work," Wray said during a town hall on Wednesday . Trump responded on social media, calling Wray's resignation a "great day for America." Trump appointed Wray during his first term but criticized him and the FBI's search for classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago home. Although Wray still had years left in his term, Trump nominated Kash Patel to lead the agency. Trump's cabinet picks continue their fight to secure confirmation on Capitol Hill. "It's about earning support in this process in ongoing conversations," said Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary . Controversial Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth met with Senator Susan Collins for more than an hour on Wednesday. Collins said she pressed him on various claims of misconduct, which he denies, but fell short of saying she would support him. "We had a good discussion, I'm not going to go into every question I asked," said Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine. Momentum appears to be shifting in Hegseth's favor. "I had a good exchange, and we'll see what the process bears," said Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska. "He's much better off this week than he was last week," said Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina. Analysts say Hegseth is not the only one under pressure. "There have been some challenges to some senators. There's been some real arm twisting in terms of the threat of mounting primary challenges against them," said Todd Belt of George Washington University. Also on the Hill, Secretary of Homeland Security nominee and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem pushed back on allegations that she neglected her state during major flooding this year.FBI Director Christopher Wray announces resignationPresident-elect Donald Trump has named longtime ally Brooke Rollins to be agriculture secretary. Rollins is currently president and CEO of the America First Policy Institute, a conservative, pro-Trump think tank she formed in 2021 alongside other members of the former president's orbit while out of office. "As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will spearhead the effort to protect American Farmers, who are truly the backbone of our Country," Trump said in a statement. If confirmed by the Senate, Rollins would lead a 100,000-person agency with offices in every county in the country, whose remit includes farm and nutrition programs, forestry, home and farm lending, food safety, rural development, agricultural research, trade and more. It had a budget of $437.2 billion in 2024. The 52-year old attorney had also been reportedly considered as a possible White House chief of staff for Trump. The president-elect had in private conservations referred to her a "great" option, saying that "she’s tall" and "got the look," the New York Times reported last month. Sign-up for Your Vote: Text with the USA TODAY elections team. But the position ultimately went to Trump's 2024 campaign manager, Susie Wiles . Trump announced Wiles just days after his decisive electoral win earlier this month. Rollins was one of many speakers at the Republican National Convention. A conservative lawyer, she served as acting director of the White House's Domestic Policy Council in the final year of Trump's first term. Before her time in Washington, Rollins, a Texas-native, served as an aide to then-Trump Energy Secretary Rick Perry. She was also CEO and president of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, a conservative think-tank in the Lone Star State. The agriculture secretary's agenda would carry implications for American diets and wallets, both urban and rural. Department of Agriculture officials and staff negotiate trade deals, guide dietary recommendations, inspect meat, fight wildfires and support rural broadband, among other activities. As agriculture secretary, Rollins would advise the administration on how and whether to implement clean fuel tax credits for biofuels at a time when the sector is hoping to grow through the production of sustainable aviation fuel. Contributing: Reuters
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints quarterback Derek Carr was willing to risk his health to improve New Orleans’ chances of playing meaningful football in mid-December. Now the Saints, who’ve remained mathematically alive in the playoff race by winning three of four, might have to play without Carr again — and it didn’t go well the last time. Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi declined on Monday to rule out Carr for any of New Orleans' final four games because of his injured non-throwing hand or his concussion . Both injuries occurred when he tried to leap for a first down and crashed hard to the turf during the fourth quarter of New Orleans' 14-11 victory over the reeling New York Giants on Sunday. “We’re not going to rule him out just yet,” Rizzi said. “We have to see in the next day or two what the healing process is like and see if he can function. “The good news it’s not his throwing hand,” Rizzi said. “The bad news is we’re obviously dealing with an injury here that we have to kind of play it by ear.” Rizzi noted that Carr must clear the concussion protocol first. After that, he said, the Saints can see how well Carr can operate with his hand injury. “It's been done before,” Rizzi said when asked about the prospect of an NFL QB playing with an injured non-throwing hand. “It appears at moment that it's non-surgical, which is a big aspect of it. ... That's why we're going to discuss the options.” Last season, Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert played with a fractured finger on his non-throwing hand . Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen has played part of this season with an injured non-throwing hand . If Carr can't play, his replacement will be either second-year pro Jake Haener or rookie Spencer Rattler. Rattler started three games earlier this season when Carr had an oblique injury — all losses by New Orleans, which was in the midst of a seven-game skid. “We've just got to surround whomever it is and pick him up and get him rolling with the rest of us,” guard Lucas Patrick said. “It's just another step of adversity in this long season that we’ve had.” What’s working New Orleans' interior defensive line is coming off one of its better games. Defensive tackles Bryan Bresee and Khalen Saunders accounted for both New Orleans' sacks in New York. The Saints also held the Giants to 112 yards rushing — a lower opponent rushing total than in seven other games this season. What needs help The Saints' 92 yards rushing offensively was their fourth-lowest total all season and the lowest in any of their victories. Stock up Running back Kendre Miller's future is looking a bit brighter now. He has played in just three games this season because of hamstring injuries and his lack of readiness was criticized by since-fired coach Dennis Allen earlier this season. Miller also has yet to rush for more than 36 yards in a game. But against the Giants, he earned praise for the speed, strength and elusiveness he was able to show on a couple of clutch runs, including an 8-yard run for his first and only touchdown this season. Patrick said Miller deserved credit on his scoring run for staying upright and continuing to push forward — with the help of some teammates — after he was met at the 5-yard line by a Giants defender. Patrick said if Miller didn't give the extra effort and stay on his feet, his teammates would not have had the chance to help push him across the goal line. “Kendre's definitely a bright, young runner and he's exciting to block for,” Patrick said. Stock down Blake Grupe was 0 for 2 on field goal attempts, although both were from beyond 50 yards and one was blocked. Those were Grupe's first two failures from beyond 50 yards this season. Injuries In addition to Carr, reserve linebacker D’Marco Jackson left Sunday's game with an ankle injury. Key number 0 — The number of games the Saints have won when Carr does not play. They've gone 5-5 in his starts this season. Next steps The Saints are back home Sunday against Washington in what could be ex-New Orleans cornerback Marshon Lattimore's first game with the Commanders. The game also marks the return to Louisiana of quarterback Jayden Daniels, who won the Heisman Troply last year at LSU. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl
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Homeland Security shares new details of mysterious drone flights over New Jersey, lawmaker says A New Jersey lawmaker from part of the state where several mysterious drones have been spotted in recent week says the devices appear to avoid detection by traditional methods. Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia was among state officials who met Wednesday with representatives from the Department of Homeland Security. She says lawmakers were told the drones have dodged detection by helicopters and radio. Fantasia says DHS described the devices as up to 6 feet in diameter and sometimes traveling with their lights off. The Morris County Republican made the comments in a post on X shortly after she and several other state and local lawmakers met with state police and Homeland Security officials. Donald Trump will ring the New York Stock Exchange bell as he's named Time's Person of the Year NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is expected to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange for the first time and be named Time magazine's Person of the Year. Thursday's events will be a notable moment of twin recognitions for Trump, a born-and-bred New Yorker who has long seen praise from the business world and media as a sign of success. Four people with knowledge of his plans told The Associated Press that Trump was expected to be on Wall Street on Thursday to mark the ceremonial start of the day's trading, while a person familiar with the selection confirmed that Trump had been selected as Time's Person of the Year. Rape allegation against Jay-Z won’t impact NFL's relationship with music mogul, Goodell says IRVING, Texas (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says a rape allegation against rapper Jay-Z won’t impact the NFL's relationship with the music mogul. Jay-Z's company Roc Nation has produced some of the NFL’s entertainment presentations including the Super Bowl halftime show. A woman who previously sued Sean “Diddy” Combs alleging she was raped at an awards show after-party in 2000 amended the lawsuit Sunday to include an allegation that Jay-Z was also at the party and participated in the sexual assault. Jay-Z says the rape allegation made against him is part of an extortion attempt. The NFL teamed up with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation in 2019 for events and social activism. The league and the entertainment company extended their partnership a few months ago. Ohio politician proposes make flag planting a felony after fight in Michigan rivalry game An Ohio politician has seen enough flag planting. Republican state Rep. Josh Williams said Wednesday on social media he's introducing a bill to make flag planting in sports a felony in the state. His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield. A fight ensued and police had to use pepper spray to disperse the players. Former Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield famously planted a flag in the middle of the field at Ohio State after the Sooners beat the Buckeyes in 2017. Gastineau confronts Favre in documentary for his 'dive' on Strahan's record-breaking sack Former New York Jets star Mark Gastineau confronted Brett Favre last year at a memorabilia show and angrily accused the Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback of deliberately going down on a record-breaking sack. The tense exchange is shown in the new ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “The New York Sack Exchange." It chronicles the Jets’ fearsome foursome defensive line of the 1980s that included Gastineau. Gastineau set an NFL record with 22 sacks in 1984, but Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Strahan broke the mark when he sacked Favre in 2002 in a game between the Giants and Packers. Many have accused Favre of purposely taking the sack so Strahan could set the single-season record with 22 1/2. What happens next with Alex Jones' Infowars? No certainty yet after sale to The Onion is rejected Lawyers in the Alex Jones bankruptcy case are now in discussions on what could happen next after a federal judge in Texas rejected the auction sale of Jones’ Infowars to The Onion satirical news outlet. The next steps remained unclear Wednesday as the judge ordered the trustee who oversaw the auction to come up with a new plan. Judge Christopher Lopez in Houston rejected the bid late Tuesday, saying there was too much confusion about The Onion’s bid. The bankruptcy case was in the wake of the nearly $1.5 billion that courts have ordered Jones to pay for calling the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Connecticut a hoax. Sandy Hook families had backed The Onion’s bid. NFL and Nike extend their partnership with a 10-year deal, will focus on growing the sport globally IRVING, Texas (AP) — The NFL’s desire to become a global powerhouse is no secret. Nike is committed to helping the league continue expanding its worldwide reach. The league and the apparel giant announced Wednesday a 10-year partnership extension. The NFL and Nike will focus on working together to grow the game’s global reach, increase participation, develop new talent, and expand the football fan base. Nike, the world’s largest supplier of athletic shoes and apparel, has been the NFL’s exclusive provider of uniforms and sideline, practice and base layer apparel for all 32 NFL teams for 12 years. George Kresge Jr., who wowed talk show audiences as the The Amazing Kreskin, dies at age 89 NEW YORK (AP) — George Joseph Kresge Jr., otherwise known to TV watchers as the mesmerizing entertainer and mentalist The Amazing Kreskin, has died at age 89. Kreskin’s friend and former road manager, Ryan Galway, says he died Tuesday at his home in Caldwell, New Jersey. Kreskin launched his television career in the 1960s and remained popular for decades, appearing with everyone from Merv Griffin to Johnny Carson to Jimmy Fallon. Fans would welcome, if not entirely figure out, his favorite mind tricks — whether correctly guessing a playing card chosen at random, or, most famously, divining where his paycheck had been planted among the audience. He also hosted a show in the 1970s, gave live performances and wrote numerous books. Albertsons sues Kroger for failing to win approval of their proposed supermarket merger Kroger and Albertsons’ plan for the largest U.S. supermarket merger in history has crumbled. The two companies have accused each other of not doing enough to push their proposed alliance through, and Albertsons pulled out of the $24.6 billion deal on Wednesday. The bitter breakup came the day after a federal judge in Oregon and a state judge in Washington issued injunctions to block the merger, saying that combining the two grocery chains could reduce competition and harm consumers. Albertsons is now suing Kroger, seeking a $600 million termination fee, as well as billions of dollars in legal fees and lost shareholder value. Kroger says the legal claims are “baseless.” Keynote Selena Gomez spotlights prioritizing mental health during Academy Women's Luncheon LOS ANGELES (AP) — While surveying a room packed with Hollywood’s most influential figures, “Emilia Pérez” star Selena Gomez took center stage at the Academy Women’s Luncheon to spotlight a critical issue: Prioritizing mental health and supporting underserved communities often left behind in the conversation. The singer-actor has been public about her mental health struggles, revealing she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Gomez was the keynote speaker Tuesday at the event held at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures with attendees including Ariana Grande, Olivia Wilde, Amy Adams, Pamela Anderson, Rita Wilson, Ava DuVernay and Awkwafina.East Carolina sends UNT to fifth straight loss, bowl hopes now hinge on finaleStacey Farber and Daren Kagasoff Lead a Charming Cast and Bring Joyful Humor to Hanukkah on the RocksA man arrested and questioned yesterday over the murder of Kyran Durnin told his neighbours a few days ago: “I didn’t do it, his disappearance has nothing to do with me.” The man was angry and annoyed after the front window of his home in Drogheda was smashed in and he had to move his children out for their own safety. The incident happened after recent social media comments about the case. The man who is in his late thirties is known to Kyran’s family. It is understood Kyran had visited the man’s home with his mother Dayla a few years ago, but he hadn’t seen him since. He told his neighbours: “I know absolutely nothing about this child going missing, it has nothing to do with me. The whole case has ruined my life, no matter what happens." READ MORE: Kyran Durnin: Gardai search Drogheda garden for suspected burial site using digger and cadaver dog READ MORE: LIVE: Man held on suspicion of murder and searches taking place in Kyran Durnin investigation Neighbours defended the man and said he was a very good father. One woman who lives beside him said: “He is a brilliant dad and loves his kids. They are absolutely spotless, he brings them to school every day and looks after them really well. “Everybody here in this estate is shocked that he has been arrested and I don’t think anybody for one second believes that he could do anything to harm that little lad Kyran. It is just not in his nature, he really is a fantastic father. “He was furious that his house was attacked and he was being accused of something which he said had nothing to do with him. He was also terrified his kids would be hurt so he moved them out for their own safety." Meanwhile, gardai spent the day searching a house in Drogheda and digging up its garden looking to see if they could find Kyran’s body. It is understood gardai are also going to search the drains in the area after being given information from the public that someone was seen acting suspiciously around the drains. The man is being questioned at a Garda station on the east coast. A woman known to Kyran who is in her twenties was released on Wednesday after being held for 24 hours about the murder. Detectives say she gave answers to a number of important questions. Gardai believe the child was killed in the second half of 2022 when he was still six year old. They are still not ruling out that his death was accidental and for whatever reason was deliberately covered up. 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