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Boston cancer researcher accused of tricking distant relative with dementia into changing her will to get apartmentArticle content As recently reported in the Windsor Star, the University of Windsor projects a $30-million-plus operating budget deficit next year — at least double the current-year financial shortfall. I have reviewed UWindsor’s annual budget on several occasions in the past and one can readily pinpoint some serious financial difficulties. Over the years, as the local university sought to make its mark on Canada’s academic ladder, ever greater reliance was placed on tuition revenue from lucrative foreign students. Ontario’s universities and colleges became addicted to foreign student income. In the 1960s, the province’s institutions of higher learning expanded to serve more Ontario students, as well as other Canadians should they wish to seek an education in Ontario. I cannot recall any Ontario government announcing that a new university was being opened to serve students from countries abroad. Nonetheless, as faculties expanded and the hired talent demanded higher negotiated salaries, universities began to realize, from Ontario’s demographics, that local student numbers would peak and then begin to slide. The answer became trolling for foreign students in India and Hong Kong and the Middle East. In the heydays of harvesting foreign students, senior university administrators flitted about the world meeting with alumni associations in Hong Kong and Kuwait and any place they could find a plausible excuse to visit at public trough expense. It paid off, especially for science and engineering faculties at Ontario’s universities. So many foreign students wanted to be engineers and so few sought out social work or arts. Meanwhile, colleges and universities expanded, adding new programs and new, higher-priced faculty. After all, if a university supposes itself to be both a teaching and research institution then higher quality — and higher priced — faculty — are essential. Consequently, in pursuit of reputation and improved rankings on assorted independent scales, universities literally — to quote Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock’s Lord Ronald — jumped on expansion and “rode madly off in all directions.” New programs and even new schools and faculties sprouted up. In the 1960s and ’70s, desperate to find faculty, recruitment had spread to the U.S. and abroad. It was a boom period of growth. I was recruited from Canada’s foreign service to the University of Windsor in 1968. Today, that “boom” has left Ontario’s taxpayers with 23 universities and 24 colleges, all of which are in large part publicly funded. Most offer somewhat similar programs with some localized specialities. Certainly, as Ontario’s university system rapidly expanded, there was an underlying assumption that regional universities — like the ones opened in Windsor, Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Peterborough and St. Catharines — would serve regional student markets. However, as they grew and new faculty were added, universities became somewhat competitive within Ontario. True, the well-established continued as major attractive universities for students — Toronto, McMaster, Queens, Western in Ontario. Degrees from prominent universities overwhelmingly outweighed in name-value degrees from upstart universities. In practice, however, what many grads from newer colleges and universities eventually discovered is that what really mattered was talent and not where you obtained a degree. For schools like UWindsor, rapidly increasing costs — particularly burgeoning salary budgets — were offset by foreign student intake and their higher fees. For the University of Windsor, the challenge it faces in 2025 will be enormous, with seven collective agreements set to expire for eight bargaining units. Cutting programs such as Sheridan College plans to do may be one answer. Mandating earlier retirement opportunities for faculty, especially for those high on the Sunshine List, might work, especially if senior faculty were required to teach first-year — large-class — courses. Restraining hires, especially those on tenure track, might also help, as well as reducing burgeoning senior administrative positions. Time for Ontario’s universities to seek rehabilitation, kick the foreign student addiction and begin operating somewhat like businesses.
We've watched the rocks glitter at the gem show, we've survived the summer heat, we've stuffed our faces at Tucson Meet Yourself. It's official. We're at the end of 2024. From parties with champagne toasts and lots of music, to kid-friendly activities and fancy dinners, here's where to say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025. Roger Clyne in 2022 at the Taco Bell NYE Bowl Bash. Arizona Bowl is hosting their annual party in downtown Tucson, complete with music, a silent disco, food trucks and beer stations. Fireworks and the big taco drop (yes, they’ll drop a giant taco, similar to the ball in Times Square) will happen when the clock strikes midnight. When: 6 p.m. to midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Downtown Tucson, 41 E. Congress St. Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks Visit the event page for more information. One of the biggest parties of the year is happening on NYE at Hotel Congress, as the local landmark transforms into an intergalactic rodeo. Expect live entertainment, specialty drinks and a champagne toast. When: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Cost: $60. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. Ring in the New Year at this queer dance party with DJs, go-gos, a photo booth and a midnight toast. When: 9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave. Cost: $20 at the door. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. Dance the night away at Playground this NYE. Expect a lineup of five DJs and a champagne toast at midnight. When: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Playground, 278 E. Congress St. Cost: $40, this event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. Dance music cover band Gigi and the Glow will be taking the stage at Casino Del Sol this New Year's Eve. When: 10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Casino Del Sol Event Center, 5655 W. Valencia Road Cost: Free to attend. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. Step into Short Rest Tavern, a hidden bar tucked inside Tucson Mall's Tucson Games and Gadgets, for a night of games and costumes. Compete in the costume contest, sing your heart out during karaoke and play nerdy trivia. Cornhole and other games, along with a midnight toast, are part of the fun. Expect themed drinks at the bar! When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Short Rest Tavern in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. Waila band Gertie & the T.O. Boys will be at Cafe Santa Rosa's New Year's Eve party. Also in store for the night: menudo, champagne and a midnight balloon drop. When: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Cafe Santa Rosa, 2615 S. Sixth Ave. Cost: $10 Visit the event page for more information. Whiskey Roads is throwing a country-themed NYE party with music from Unwound and DJ Gregg, along with a champagne toast and a midnight snack. When: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Whiskey Roads, 2290 W. Ina Road Cost: $15 Visit the event page for more information. Surly Wench Pub is hosting an '80s prom for New Year's Eve. Wear your best '80s prom dress or suit and dance the night away with the help of two DJs. When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave. Cost: $10. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. IBT's will ring in the New Year with a drag show, balloon drop and champagne toast. Black and white attire is encouraged! When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: IBT's, 616 N. Fourth Ave. Cost: $10 cover, $20 seat reservations Visit the event page for more information. This Latin dance party at The Rialto will feature Tucson’s own Orkesta Mendoza, Ruta Verbena and Salvador Duran. Masks and 1940s attire are encouraged. When: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St. Cost: $29.50 and up Visit the event page for more information. Agua de Coco will lead a salsa and cumbia party at The Rialto's R Bar. When: 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: R Bar, 350 E. Congress St. Cost: Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up Visit the event page for more information. DJ Jahmar will be joined by a special guest DJ during Mr. Heads' New Year's Eve party. It's suggested to get there early! When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Mr. Heads, 513 N. Fourth Ave. Cost: Free to attend. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. The Loft Cinema is ringing in the New Year with a screening of "The Princess Bride," featuring a costume contest, a champagne toast and props to use during the movie. When: 10:25 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Cost: $15 for adults, $12 for kids ages 12 and under Visit the event page for more information. This is for those folks who just can’t make up their minds. Instead of hitting one party or one bar, your NYE Bar Crawl pass takes you to 10 including Playground, Sky Bar, Bawker Bawker, O’Malley’s, Playground and HighWire. Your pass gets you special prices on specialty drinks and food beginning with the pre-party at Corbett’s at 8 p.m. When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Corbett's, 340 N. Sixth Ave. Cost: $29 and up. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. Country bar The Maverick is hosting its annual New Year's Eve bash with music, a special menu, party favors and a champagne toast. When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: The Maverick, 6622 E. Tanque Verde Road Cost: $20 Visit the event page for more information. Celebrate New Year's Eve with wine and music, courtesy Arizona Wine Collective. Expect a live performance from Desert Music Project alongside a tasting of four sparkling wines. When: 7-10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Arizona Wine Collective, 4280 N. Campbell Ave. Cost: $50 Visit the event page for more information. Head to Westbound for a NYE celebration featuring live instrumental music by Golden Boots and a complimentary toast at 6 p.m. When: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Westbound, 267 S. Avenida del Convento Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks Visit the event page for more information. DJ Carl Hanni will be at Tap & Bottle's downtown location for an event that will close with a champagne toast at midnight. When: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Tap & Bottle, 403 N. Sixth Ave. Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks Visit the event page for more information. Elliott's is celebrating New Year's Eve with happy hour specials until closing time. Expect a DJ starting at 9 p.m., along with a champagne toast at midnight. When: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Elliott's, 135 E. Congress St. Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks Visit the event page for more information. R&B and soul band Soul Essential will perform at Union Public House in St. Philip's Plaza on New Year's Eve. When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Union Public House, 4340 N. Campbell Ave. Cost: $7-$14 Visit the event page for more information. Bella Sanders, 8, pets a stingray inside the stingray exhibit at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road, on March 30, 2022. Visit the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum to watch a giant dinosaur egg drop into 2025 during this Noon Year's Eve party. Activities include face painting, a live show in the Warden Oasis Theater, crafts and games. When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road Cost: Included with admission, which is $29.95 for ages 13 and up. Kids ages 3-12 get in for $19.95. Visit the event page for more information. Children's Museum Tucson is celebrating NYE with a Noon Year party. Expect crafts, a countdown with confetti and a juice toast at noon. When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave. Cost: Included with admission, which is $12 per person Visit the event page for more information. Ring in the New Year and bring the family to this event for live country music, crafts, photo ops, unlimited rides on the Ferris wheel and train, and a balloon drop and apple cider toast when the clock hits noon. When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road Cost: $16 for ages 2 and up, $5 for kids under 2, in advance. $20 at the door if there are any leftover tickets. Visit the event page for more information. Tap & Bottle's north location is hosting a family-friendly Noon Year's Eve party with music from Mr. Nature and a balloon drop. Adults will get a complimentary champagne toast. When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Tap & Bottle, 7254 N. Oracle Road Cost: Free to attend Visit the event page for more information. Park Place is hosting a Noon Year’s Countdown for the whole family, complete with a fashion show and family photos, a family dance party, dozens of interactive events including games and activities for younger kids and a sparkling cider toast at noon, when the mall counts down to its balloon drop in center court. When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway Cost: Free to attend Visit the event page for more information. Bring the family to Tucson Improv Movement for a kid-friendly comedy show on New Year's Eve. When: 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Tucson Improv Movement, 414 E. Ninth St. Cost: $7; or $21 for a family of four Visit the event page for more information. The Coronet is offering a special NYE menu. Dine at The Coronet for a NYE menu that includes mushroom cannelloni, stuffed quail, potato scaled sea bass or lamb roulade. When: 5-10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: The Coronet, 198 W. Cushing St. Cost: $140 with a bubbly toast, $200 with wine pairings Visit the event page for more information. Maynards is ringing in 2025 with a prix fixe menu that includes choices of sea bass, wagyu filet mignon, truffle risotto or duck breast. When: 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Maynards, 400 N. Toole Ave. Cost: $145 Visit the event page for more information. Head to Flora's Market Run for access to a raw bar, charcuterie, a pizza bar and a dessert station, along with a glass of champagne. When: 7-10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Flora's Market Run, 2513 E. Sixth St. Cost: $75, this event is for ages 21 and up Visit the event page for more information. Hacienda del Sol is ringing in the New Year with a night of dinner and dancing. Dinner is four courses with options that include beef tenderloin, monkfish, New York strip and duck breast. When: 5 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Hacienda del Sol, 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Road Cost: $150 for dinner and dancing; $50 for dancing only. This event is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event page for more information. The NYE dinner at Westward Look includes beef Wellington bites, pistachio soup, crab-stuffed dover sole and Osso Buco. After dinner, the resort is hosting a party with live music, a dessert station and champagne. When: 6 p.m. to midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Westward Look, 245 E. Ina Road Cost: $175 for dinner, $35 for the party Visit the event page for more information. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort has three New Year's Eve options for you: a special dinner menu alongside live music at their Flying V restaurant; light bites, cocktails, a midnight toast and live music at Cascade Lounge; or a dinner buffet at The Canyon Club. When: Tuesday, Dec. 31. 5-10 p.m. at Flying V; 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Cascade Lounge (music is 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.); 5-10 p.m. at The Canyon Club. Where: Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Dr. Cost: Prices vary based on menu items ordered; buffet is $68 for adults, $34 for kids ages 6-12 Visit the event page for more information. Omni's prix fixe menu this New Year's Eve includes prime rib, crab legs, salad and dark chocolate fig pan cotta. When: 5-10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Omni Tucson National Resort, 2727 W. Club Dr. Cost: $140 per person, $200 per couple Visit the event page for more information. Dine at Forty Niner Country Club this New Year's Eve with a menu that includes entrees like filet of beef, sea bass or pappardelle pasta. When: 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Where: Forty Niner Country Club, 12000 E. Tanque Verde Road Cost: $70; additional $20 with wine pairings Visit the event page for more information. 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CHENNAI: State BJP chief K Annamalai on Tuesday emphasised the need to scrap the all-pass system and revamp the educational standards of students, standing by the saffron party-led Union government's move along those lines. Addressing reporters at Kamalalayam, Annamalai expressed concern over the dismal performance of State students in crucial subjects such as English and Mathematics. He asserted that this lacklustre performance exposes the need for a comprehensive assessment by State Education Minister Anbil Mahesh to evaluate students' academic prowess and implement remedial measures to bridge the knowledge gap. Annamalai argued that the all-pass system, introduced in 1980 to incentivise school attendance, has outlived its purpose. With near-universal enrollment, he believes the focus should shift to enhancing educational standards. He squarely placed the responsibility on the State government to prioritise academic excellence over populist measures. "The Tamil Nadu government must acknowledge the gravity of the situation and take concrete steps to improve the educational standards of our students, " Annamalai said. "The all-pass system may have served its purpose in the past, but it is no longer tenable. We need to focus on imparting quality education that prepares our students for the challenges of the 21st century, " he added. Annamalai also launched a scathing attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), accusing them of perpetuating divisive politics that has compromised the academic environment and student interests. "The DMK's brand of politics has vitiated the academic atmosphere in the State. It is high time they took responsibility for their actions," he claimed. Annamalai's remarks came a day after the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) scrapped the 'no-detention policy' for classes 5 and 8 in central government-run schools, allowing them to fail those who do not clear the year-end exams. Following an amendment to the Right to Education Act (RTE) in 2019, at least 16 states and two Union Territories have already scrapped the 'no-detention policy' for the two grades. However, Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi had said that the state would continue to implement the policy up to Class 8. The Centre’s move to allow schools to detain students who fail the year-end exams has raised concerns, especially among children from disadvantaged backgrounds, who may face barriers in continuing their education. Minister Poyyamozhi termed the change as "regrettable," highlighting the potential hardships it could cause for children in poor families. (With PTI inputs)CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Bryce Thompson scored 17 points, Marchelus Avery had 15 points and eight rebounds, and Oklahoma State beat Miami 80-74 on Friday in the consolation bracket of the Charleston Classic. Oklahoma State (4-1) will play in the fifth-place game on Sunday, while Miami (3-2) will try to avoid going winless in the tournament. Oklahoma State led 43-27 at halftime after making 8 of 15 from 3-point range, while Miami was just 8 of 27 overall. Four different Cowboys made a 3-pointer in the first half, with Brandon Newman making three. Thompson banked in a shot early in the second half to give Oklahoma State a 20-point lead at 49-29. Miami, which opened the game by missing 7 of 8 shots, went 1 for 8 from the field to begin the second half. Miami trailed by double figures the entire second half until Matthew Cleveland made a difficult shot in the lane while being fouled. He made the free throw to pull the Hurricanes within 75-67 with 49 seconds left. Arturo Dean restored a double-digit lead by making two free throws at 43.8. Thompson reached the 1,000 career points with the Cowboys on a shot in the lane with 13:01 left in the second half to give Oklahoma State a 55-38 lead. Nijel Pack scored 20 points and Brandon Johnson had 12 points and 10 rebounds for Miami. Cleveland finished with 11 points, and Lynn Kidd and Paul Djobet each had 10. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball
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Trailblazing model Dayle Haddon dies from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning11. SMU Mustangs 11-2 (8-0 Atlantic Coast Conference regular season) What's next: at No. 6 Penn State, State College, Pa., Dec. 21, Noon ET Head coach: Rhett Lashlee (three seasons, 29-11 overall) About Lashlee: The 41-year-old is enjoying success in his first college head coaching gig and has guided the Mustangs to back-to-back 11-win seasons. He was offensive coordinator at SMU from 2018-19 before heading to Miami for two years and returning to take the head job. He was named Atlantic Coast Conference Coach of the Year this season. Resume SMU notched ranked wins over then-No. 22 Louisville and then-No. 18 Pitt but really served notice while racking up 66 points in a win over TCU. The Mustangs lost two games by a total of six points: 34-31 to Clemson in the ACC title game and 18-15 to BYU. Postseason history This is SMU's first trip to the playoffs during the CFP era. The Mustangs have lost their past four bowl games, including two under Lashlee. The program had a memorable run in the early 1980s behind stars like Eric Dickerson and Craig James but numerous NCAA violations sank the Mustangs and they eventually served a two-year death penalty. The road to Atlanta SMU hits the road for the first-round matchup at No. 6 Penn State. The winner advances to play No. 3 Boise State (12-1) in the quarterfinals in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31. Names to Know QB Kevin Jennings He threw for 304 yards and three TDs in the ACC title game, his fourth game over 300 yards passing this season. Jennings had a strong regular season with 2,746 yards and 19 TDs in the air and four scores on the ground. He can hurt teams with his feet, proven by a 113-yard outing against Louisville. "What is new now is the amount of criticism I receive from everyone. I get a lot of comments and messages from people on social media always criticizing everything after each game," Jennings said. RB Brashard Smith Stellar runner averaging 5.9 yards per carry to go with 1,270 yards and 14 TDs on the ground. LB Kobe Wilson Stands out against both the run and the pass, leading the team in tackles (110) and adding three sacks and two interceptions. S Isaiah Nwokobia He has enjoyed an outstanding season with 91 regular-season tackles and three interceptions while patrolling the back end. He has nine career interceptions. DT Jared Harrison-Hunte A force with 6.0 sacks, one interception and 38 tackles. He's in his first season with SMU after four at Miami. He has 15 career sacks. --Field Level Media
(Reuters) – Microchip Technology lowered its third-quarter revenue forecast on Monday and announced the closure of its wafer manufacturing factory in Arizona, as the chipmaker looks to restructure under interim CEO Steve Sanghi. Microchip has been through a tumultuous few quarters, grappling with slowing orders for its automotive chips as carmakers, navigating an uncertain macro economy, clear existing inventory which they built up to avoid a supply crunch. The company now expects revenue to be close to the lower end of its previous forecast of $1.03 billion, below analysts’ expectations of $1.06 billion as per data compiled by LSEG. Shares of Microchip fell over 3.5% in extended trading after being around 3% higher at close. The company’s stock has fallen 22% so far this year. Microchip expects to shut down the Arizona facility in the September 2025 quarter and generate annual cash savings of around $90 million. “With inventory levels high and having ample capacity in place, we have decided to shut down our Tempe wafer fabrication facility that we refer to as Fab 2,” said interim CEO Sanghi, who came into the role after Ganesh Moorthy retired from the top job at the end of November. The company said the closure should help the company moderate its inventory levels beginning in the fourth quarter and will affect around 500 employees. The company said that its other factories in Oregon and Colorado have ample space for expansion and plans to transition product manufacturing from the Arizona plant to other such facilities. (Reporting by Zaheer Kachwala in Bengaluru; Editing by Krishna Chandra Eluri) Disclaimer: This report is auto generated from the Reuters news service. ThePrint holds no responsibilty for its content. var ytflag = 0;var myListener = function() {document.removeEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);lazyloadmyframes();};document.addEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);window.addEventListener('scroll', function() {if (ytflag == 0) {lazyloadmyframes();ytflag = 1;}});function lazyloadmyframes() {var ytv = document.getElementsByClassName("klazyiframe");for (var i = 0; i < ytv.length; i++) {ytv[i].src = ytv[i].getAttribute('data-src');}} Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );As we approach 2025, many are stocking up their cupboards with what they believe to be healthy foods for their weight loss and fitness goals. However, these efforts could be undermined by the sneaky addition of sugars. This hidden component is prevalent in numerous food products, even those marketed as diet or fitness-friendly, and is typically buried within the nutritional information on packaging. A 2023 study by The Lancet revealed that individuals with high-sugar diets had an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Highlighting our potential misconceptions about healthy eating, one study singled out low-calorie drinks for their negative impact on cardiovascular disease risk, despite appearing healthier than regular fizzy drinks. Currently, it's estimated that the average UK adult consumes more than double the recommended daily sugar intake. This not only boosts the body's fat storage, particularly around the belly, but also impacts metabolic and cardiovascular health, increasing the risk of serious conditions like diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Despite most folks knowing that the added sugars in treats like sweets and chocs play havoc with our health, they might not clock it's lurking in loads of other products—take granola bars, for example. Fitness experts at Ski Famille have explained how to dodge this crafty component, starting with its aliases on food labels. They shared: "Sugar hides under many names, including fructose, sucrose, and corn syrup. Check ingredient lists on packaged foods to spot these sneaky additions." Getting your apron on and rustling up grub from scratch can make sure you're clued up on your sugar intake, while swapping out the processed munchies for natural nosh like nuts, seeds and fruit could cut down your sugar consumption. For those sweet tooths out there—the boffins suggest giving natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup a whirl; synthetics are bad news, upping your risk of heart issues. Cutting back on sugary drinks, the diet ones too, is another hefty stride towards smashing your 2025 health and fitness objectives.
SEOUL, South Korea — Decades of achievement led Yoon Suk Yeol to the pinnacle of political power in South Korea, but his legacy may now boil down to a single, baffling decision to send out troops under martial law over vague claims that one of Asia’s leading democracies was under threat. Was there any clue in Yoon’s background that this was coming? Yoon, a staunch conservative and longtime prosecutor, went from political novice to president of South Korea in 2022, ending five years of liberal rule that saw failed efforts to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis and a slackening economy. But his time in office has been marked by near-constant friction with an opposition-controlled parliament, threats of annihilation from North Korea and a series of scandals involving him and and his wife. Observers say he has long taken criticism personally and relies on the advice of hardcore loyalists, and that he makes impulsive decisions. As he faces impeachment by parliament, no one thing explains his attempt to shut down the mechanisms of a democratic nation over his still unexplained claim that “anti-state forces” were acting under the influence of North Korea. But there are strands in Yoon’s background, and especially in the intense acrimony with the liberal opposition and his hard-line standoff with North Korea, that help illuminate what could turn out to be the defining moment of his presidency. Despite his 21⁄2 years as president, Yoon’s career has been overwhelmingly about the law, not politics. Yoon, 63, was born in Seoul to two professors, and went to prestigious Seoul National University, where he studied law. A major moment, according to Yoon, happened in 1980 when he played the role of a judge in a mock trial of then-dictator Chun Doo-hwan, who staged a military coup the previous year, and sentenced him to life imprisonment. In the aftermath, Yoon had to flee to the countryside as Chun’s military extended martial law and placed troops and armored vehicles at the university. Yoon returned to the capital and eventually began a career as a state prosecutor that would last nearly three decades, building an image as strong-minded and uncompromising. But he has also faced criticism that his personality was unsuited to high-level leadership. “President Yoon isn’t well-prepared, and he does things off the cuff,” Choi Jin, director of the Seoul-based Institute of Presidential Leadership, said. “He also tends to express his emotions too directly. The things that he likes and dislikes are easy to see, and he tends to handle things with a small group of his own people, not the majority of people. “ Yoon only joined party politics about a year before he won the presidency, abandoning the liberal Moon after an impasse over a probe of Moon’s allies. Moon’s supporters said he was trying to thwart Moon’s prosecution reforms and elevate his own political standing. The 2022 presidential race was Yoon’s first election campaign. Yoon beat his rival, liberal firebrand Lee Jae-myung, by less than 1 percentage point in South Korea’s most closely fought presidential election. Their campaign was one of the nastiest in recent memory. Yoon compared Lee’s party to “Hitler” and “Mussolini.” Lee’s allies called Yoon “a beast” and “dictator” and derided his wife’s alleged plastic surgery. Yoon’s time as president has been dominated by frustration and acrimony, much stemming from his narrow victory and his party’s failure to win control of parliament. The liberal opposition’s control of parliament will continue until he leaves office in 2027 after its resounding parliamentary election wins earlier this year. Gridlock in parliament has led to an increasingly tense political discourse. When Yoon declared the state of emergency, he said a goal was to eliminate “shameless North Korea followers and anti-state forces” that he said were plotting rebellion, in an apparent reference to the opposition Democratic Party. During Tuesday’s martial law announcement, Yoon highlighted his rivals’ repeated attempts to impeach his top officials and their bid to curtail key parts of next year’s budget bill as major reasons for his declaration. Claims of corruption have also battered his approval ratings. Last month, Yoon denied wrongdoing in an influence-peddling scandal involving him and his wife. Spy camera footage in a separate scandal also purportedly shows the first lady, Kim Keon Hee, accepting a luxury bag as a gift from a pastor. Choi said he thinks Yoon likely planned the “clumsy martial law” edict to divert public attention away from the scandals. “Whether he will be politically dead or not, he tried to massively shake up the political world,” Choi said. “But he failed. He likely believed there was no other option.” Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!Experts discuss why and how to navigate information overload and counter misinformation so that people with cancer can make well-informed decisions about their care. WASHINGTON , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Comprehensive Cancer Network ® (NCCN ® )—a non-profit alliance of leading cancer centers—hosted a Patient Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. , today. The annual event brings together leading experts to promote strategies and best practices for improving cancer care. This year's summit focused on practice and policy solutions for sharing accurate, evidence-based health information with patients and caregivers. It featured a keynote address from W. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, MMHC, Director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) , along with panel discussions that included Robin Vanderpool , DrPH, Chief of the NCI's Health Communication and Informatics Research Branch . "When people with cancer are empowered to make informed choices about their care, they tend to have better outcomes," said Crystal S. Denlinger , MD, Chief Executive Officer, NCCN , who welcomed attendees at the start of the program. "That means we must provide patients with clear, trustworthy information that meets them where they are. For example, the NCCN Guidelines for Patients offer plain-language explanations of the latest evidence-based recommendations. They feature expert guidance on most cancer types, along with prevention, screening, and supportive care. We share them in multiple languages and formats, including books and webinars." "Every person facing cancer needs and deserves high-quality information to understand their options and guide their decisions. The National Cancer Institute, NCCN, and other organizations represented at the summit contribute to a complex information landscape to meet the needs of people with cancer," said Dr. Rathmell. "Trust in the cancer research enterprise is essential to ensuring that scientific progress includes and reflects the diversity of patient experiences and providing reliable health information is a key aspect of earning and honoring that trust." During a series of Best Practices Presentations for sharing patient-centered health information, NCCN's Senior Director of Patient Information Operations, Dorothy Shead , explained that the NCCN Guidelines for Patients ® are available for free at NCCN.org/patientguidelines or via the NCCN Patient Guides for Cancer App —thanks to funding via the NCCN Foundation ® . Additional presentations came from spokespeople for We Engage 4 Health, HPV Cancers Alliance, Cancer Support Community, and the Frontier & Rural Patient Navigators at the University of Utah Huntsman Cancer Institute. More information can be found in a new resource toolkit at NCCN.org/patient-advocacy-resources . Preventing the spread of misinformation Speakers underscored the need to identify and debunk any myths that can create misunderstanding and a false sense of security. They discussed the importance of working with trusted messengers to counter misinformation. "A key lesson learned from COVID-19 was the importance of having trusted professional and community advocates address misinformation and disinformation," noted Martha Dawson , DNP, RN, FAAN, FACHE , Immediate Past President, National Black Nurses Association . "Diverse researchers, scientists, policymakers, faith-based leaders, and community advocates with similar lived experiences can serve as sources of trusted information. It is important to support and expand cancer education at the community level and engage with people where they are born, live, work, play, worship and transition life." "Misinformation in cancer care can create confusion, delay treatment, and undermine trust between patients and providers. By addressing these challenges head-on, we can empower patients with accurate, accessible information to make informed decisions about their health," agreed Skyler Johnson , MD, Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah . "Effective communication is at the heart of quality cancer care. We need to equip clinicians and patients with the tools and strategies to counter misinformation, foster trust, and work together through an increasingly complex healthcare landscape." Clear and consistent messaging to build trust A recurring theme throughout the discussions was the importance of clear and consistent health messaging that is delivered in a way everyone can understand. That means keeping in mind inclusive technology and supportive health literacy levels. Speakers cautioned against using too much medical jargon, instead focusing on language that can resonate. They also noted that it can be hard to retain information right after learning you or a loved one has cancer, so careful repetition can be key. Speakers also reiterated how crucial it is to build trust with each patient through open and honest two-way relationships. "As a survivor and caregiver, I've seen firsthand the impact that clear and culturally-relevant care discussions can have for patients and their families," explained Randi Ervin , Survivor/Advocate, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) . "Compassionate, empathetic, and relatable communication—delivered at the right time—can make a difficult journey feel a little more manageable for families like mine." Bryce Reeve , PhD, Professor, Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, commented: "As a health care system, we have a responsibility to ensure that every individual with cancer has a voice in their care. This is especially important for young children and individuals from marginalized communities whose values, perceptions, and experiences have often been overlooked." "Regardless of our affiliations, whether it be community healthcare, academic medicine, the federal government, or the nonprofit sector, it is critical for us to recognize the richness of collaborating with non-science/healthcare community members to address challenges such as health misinformation and equitable clinical trial participation," concluded Arnethea Sutton, PhD, Interim Assistant Director of Community Outreach and Engagement, VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center . "Not only will these collaborations contribute to trust-building amongst all partners, but the richness of diverse thought and perspectives will contribute to the translation of science and ultimately equitable outcomes for all." Learn more about past NCCN Oncology Policy Summits, and save-the-date for future events, at NCCN.org/summits . Next year's series will include the topics: Primary Care and Oncology Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, and Unique Needs of Veterans and First Responders. About the National Comprehensive Cancer Network The National Comprehensive Cancer Network ® (NCCN ® ) is a not-for-profit alliance of leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. NCCN is dedicated to defining and advancing quality, effective, equitable, and accessible cancer care so all people can live better lives. The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines ® ) provide transparent, evidence-based, expert consensus-driven recommendations for cancer treatment, prevention, and supportive services; they are the recognized standard for clinical direction and policy in cancer management and the most thorough and frequently-updated clinical practice guidelines available in any area of medicine. The NCCN Guidelines for Patients ® provide expert cancer treatment information to inform and empower patients and caregivers, through support from the NCCN Foundation ® . NCCN also advances continuing education, global initiatives, policy, and research collaboration and publication in oncology. Visit NCCN.org for more information. Media Contact: Rachel Darwin 267-622-6624 darwin@nccn.org View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nccn-hosts-patient-advocacy-summit-on-improving-access-to-accurate-health-information-302325181.html SOURCE National Comprehensive Cancer Network
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Defiance Connective Technologies ETF ( NYSEARCA:SIXG – Get Free Report ) declared a dividend on Thursday, December 26th, NASDAQ Dividends reports. Stockholders of record on Friday, December 27th will be given a dividend of 0.0924 per share on Monday, December 30th. The ex-dividend date is Friday, December 27th. Defiance Connective Technologies ETF Trading Down 1.6 % Defiance Connective Technologies ETF stock opened at $48.55 on Friday. Defiance Connective Technologies ETF has a twelve month low of $34.29 and a twelve month high of $50.09. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $46.47. Recommended Stories Receive News & Ratings for Defiance Connective Technologies ETF Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Defiance Connective Technologies ETF and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .AP Business SummaryBrief at 4:49 p.m. ESTOWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh was vague on the future of recently acquired Diontae Johnson , a day after the wide receiver didn't play a snap in Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles . "At this time, I'm going to have to wait just to clarify it," Harbaugh said Monday. "There's some moving parts there that we're going to have to figure out and explore and just see where we're at. I know that's not the answer you want, but that's the best I can do in fairness to everybody right now." In four games with the Ravens, Johnson has one catch for six yards. He suited up Sunday but didn't play, even after starting wide receiver Rashod Bateman left the game in the third quarter with a knee injury. Harbaugh was noncommittal on whether Johnson will remain with the team. "We'll just work it out [and] see where we're at over the next few days this week," said Harbaugh, whose team is on a bye this week. Editor's Picks Ravens back Tucker after kicking woes continue 19h Jamison Hensley Johnson, 28, led the Carolina Panthers in receptions (30), receiving yards (357) and touchdown catches (three) through the first seven games before being dealt to Baltimore on Oct. 29. The Ravens sent a fifth-round pick to Carolina for Johnson and a sixth-round selection. It was considered a low-risk move because the Panthers picked up most of Johnson's remaining salary, leaving Baltimore to pay about $625,000. In Johnson's first game with the Ravens on Nov. 7, he caught his only pass for Baltimore while playing five snaps. Over his next three games, Johnson was targeted three times with no receptions while participating in a total of 17 snaps. After Sunday's game, quarterback Lamar Jackson said he spoke to Johnson about staying locked in after not playing. "We want him out there," Jackson said. "He's a great receiver. We didn't get him from the Panthers for nothing." A third-round pick in 2019 by the Steelers , Johnson has totaled 422 catches for 4,726 yards and 28 touchdowns for Pittsburgh, Carolina and Baltimore. Jackson's top three receivers are Zay Flowers , Bateman and Nelson Agholor . Harbaugh said Bateman's knee injury is not a long-term one.
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11-2 (8-0 Atlantic Coast Conference regular season) What's next: at No. 6 Penn State, State College, Pa., Dec. 21, Noon ET Head coach: Rhett Lashlee (three seasons, 29-11 overall) About Lashlee: The 41-year-old is enjoying success in his first college head coaching gig and has guided the Mustangs to back-to-back 11-win seasons. He was offensive coordinator at SMU from 2018-19 before heading to Miami for two years and returning to take the head job. He was named Atlantic Coast Conference Coach of the Year this season. Resume SMU notched ranked wins over then-No. 22 Louisville and then-No. 18 Pitt but really served notice while racking up 66 points in a win over TCU. The Mustangs lost two games by a total of six points: 34-31 to Clemson in the ACC title game and 18-15 to BYU. Postseason history This is SMU's first trip to the playoffs during the CFP era. The Mustangs have lost their past four bowl games, including two under Lashlee. The program had a memorable run in the early 1980s behind stars like Eric Dickerson and Craig James but numerous NCAA violations sank the Mustangs and they eventually served a two-year death penalty. The road to Atlanta SMU hits the road for the first-round matchup at No. 6 Penn State. The winner advances to play No. 3 Boise State (12-1) in the quarterfinals in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31. Names to Know QB Kevin Jennings He threw for 304 yards and three TDs in the ACC title game, his fourth game over 300 yards passing this season. Jennings had a strong regular season with 2,746 yards and 19 TDs in the air and four scores on the ground. He can hurt teams with his feet, proven by a 113-yard outing against Louisville. "What is new now is the amount of criticism I receive from everyone. I get a lot of comments and messages from people on social media always criticizing everything after each game," Jennings said. RB Brashard Smith Stellar runner averaging 5.9 yards per carry to go with 1,270 yards and 14 TDs on the ground. LB Kobe Wilson Stands out against both the run and the pass, leading the team in tackles (110) and adding three sacks and two interceptions. S Isaiah Nwokobia He has enjoyed an outstanding season with 91 regular-season tackles and three interceptions while patrolling the back end. He has nine career interceptions. DT Jared Harrison-Hunte A force with 6.0 sacks, one interception and 38 tackles. He's in his first season with SMU after four at Miami. He has 15 career sacks. --Field Level MediaBecoming a resident of South Dakota is easy. Some say too easy
Donald Trump has doubled down on his promise to pardon his supporters involved in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol – vowing to do so on his first day back in the White House. In his first formal television interview since his November election win, the president-elect told NBC he’s “going to be acting very quickly” to address those arrested over the attack which aimed to overturn the 2020 election result. “First day ... Yeah, I’m looking for these pardons,” Mr Trump told NBC’s Kristen Welker on Meet the Press, in an interview which aired on Sunday US time. “I know the system,” he said. “The system’s a very corrupt system. They say to a guy, ‘You’re going to go to jail for two years or for 30 years.’ And these guys are looking, their whole lives have been destroyed. “For two years, they’ve been destroyed. But the system is a very nasty system.” MORE: Ivanka reveals ‘hurtful toll’ behind Trump snub The Republican, who is six weeks out from his January inauguration, said there may be some exceptions if the individuals involved acted “radical” or “crazy”. “I’m going to look at everything. We’re going to look at individual cases,” he said. When asked about the rioters who have pleaded guilty to assaulting police officers, Mr Trump claimed: “they had no choice.” More than 1500 people have been arrested or charged in connection with the January 6 riots, almost 900 of whom pleading guilty. Mr Trump, who was impeached by Congress and criminally charged over his historic attempt to overturn the 2020 result has previously said he will pardon rioters involved in the attack. “Absolutely, I would,” he told journalists in Chicago in July. “If they’re innocent, I would pardon them.” During his interview with NBC, Mr Trump once again refused to admit he lost the 2020 vote. “No, why would I do that?” he said. He also said that members of Congress who investigated him over the insurrection by his supporters “should go to jail”. While stressing that he would not personally order law enforcement bodies to prosecute his political enemies, he said officials could take the decision to do so themselves. When asked whether his pick to head the FBI, Kash Patel, should go through with his frequent threats to go after political opponents, Mr Trump answered: “If they think that somebody was dishonest or crooked or a corrupt politician, I think he probably has an obligation to do it.” Mr Trump said he will have “the absolute right” to prosecute domestic opponents because as president “I’m the chief law enforcement officer”. However, he said he was “not interested in that” and would instead work for economic growth and an end to illegal immigration, so that his “retribution will be through success”. Mr Trump’s interview was taped on Friday but aired on Sunday, following his meetings with the presidents of France and Ukraine over the weekend – his first foreign trip since winning the November election against Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump threatens to leave NATO Elsewhere in the interview, Mr Trump reiterated his familiar threat to leave NATO, the cornerstone of security in Europe since World War II, saying that US allies do not pay enough for their defence. “If they’re paying their bills, and if I think they’re treating us fairly, the answer is absolutely I’d stay with NATO,” he said. But there is also “absolutely” the possibility of America’s departure, he said. The president elect also stressed that his campaign promises of huge tariffs – including against top US trading partners Canada, Mexico and China – will be enacted. “We’re subsidising Mexico and we’re subsidising Canada and we’re subsidising many countries all over the world,” he said. Vowing that “properly used” tariffs are “a very powerful tool,” Mr Trump added that he would not only wield them economically, “but also for getting other things outside of economics.” As to whether Americans would see higher prices as a result of those tariffs, he said: “I can’t guarantee anything.” Mass deportations Mr Trump also said he would go ahead with what economists say could be the hugely disruptive mass deportation of undocumented immigrants in the US. “I think you have to do it, and it’s a hard – it’s a very tough thing to do,” he said. He also said he would try to end the “ridiculous” constitutionally protected right to US citizenship for anyone born in the country. The president-elect offered a small olive branch to advocates for allowing some undocumented migrants – a key source of labour for much of the US economy – to stay. He said “I will work with the Democrats” on the so-called “dreamers” – people who have grown up in the United States after entering the country illegally as young children. However Mr Trump suggested that even US citizens could be deported if they have family members who are in the country illegally – a legally dubious move and major escalation of current policy if carried out. “The only way you don’t break up the family is you keep them together and you have to send them all back,” he said.Then-President Donald Trump rose from his desk, where he had signed an executive order, and reached to shake the hand of Bishop Donte L. Hickman, senior pastor of Baltimore’s Southern Baptist Church. The White House ceremony during Trump’s first term marked the unveiling of a plan, supported by Hickman, intended to boost private investment in distressed communities . “He’s been an incredible leader,” Trump said of the pastor. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.NEW YORK, Dec. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of PACS Group Inc. (NYSE: PACS) of (i) common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus (collectively, the “Registration Statement”) in connection with the Company’s April 11, 2024 initial public offering ("IPO"); (ii) securities between April 11, 2024 and November 5, 2024, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”); and/or (iii) common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company’s September 2024 secondary public offering (“SPO”), of the important January 13, 2025 lead plaintiff deadline . SO WHAT: If you purchased PACS common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the IPO and/or securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the PACS class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=30617 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email case@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than January 13, 2025. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, in the Registration Statement and throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) PACS engaged in a “scheme” to submit false Medicare claims which “drove more than 100% of PACS’ operating and net income from 2020 – 2023”; (2) PACS engaged in a “scheme” to “bill thousands of unnecessary respiratory and sensory integration therapies to Medicare”; (3) PACS engaged in a scheme to falsify documentation related to licensure and staffing; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about PACS’ business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages. To join the PACS class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=30617 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email case@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm , on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/ . Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. 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