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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 21, 2024-- Instabase , a leading applied artificial intelligence (AI) solution for unstructured data, today announced the appointment of Junie Dinda as Chief Marketing Officer. With over 20 years of experience scaling global marketing organizations, Dinda will lead Instabase's marketing strategy and operations during a period of significant growth and innovation. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241121836945/en/ Junie Dinda, Instabase CMO (Photo: Business Wire) Dinda joins Instabase from Secure Code Warrior, where she served as Chief Marketing and Operating Officer. Previously, she spent seven years at Atlassian, where she played a pivotal role in the company's product-led growth journey and IPO, leading marketing for the Jira portfolio and later building the enterprise go-to-market strategy as VP of Marketing. “Junie’s track record of scaling marketing organizations and driving revenue growth aligns perfectly with our vision,” said Anant Bhardwaj, the founder and CEO of Instabase. “She’s come in with an energy for accelerating our GTM, is aligned with our values, and has already fit in seamlessly.” In her role as CMO, Dinda will focus on amplifying Instabase’s product story, scaling go-to-market strategies, and building a world-class marketing organization. She will lead the company's efforts in showcasing Instabase's AI Hub and its unique ability to help organizations unlock the business value of AI through content activation. "Instabase's technology represents a significant leap forward in how organizations connect, analyze, and activate content," Dinda said. "Throughout my career, I've been drawn to companies that make teams and businesses more productive. Instabase's platform, particularly with AI Hub, is transforming how organizations derive value from their content, and I'm excited to help tell this story to the market." Dinda holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Cornell University. About Instabase Instabase is an AI-powered content activation platform that enables organizations to unlock value from all their data, including unstructured content, at scale. By combining low-code development with advanced AI, Instabase allows enterprises to automate complex workflows, empowers users with conversational AI agents, and drives insights through enterprise search. Instabase seamlessly integrates intelligence into systems and processes, delivering transformational outcomes and a competitive edge, all while adhering to the highest privacy and security standards with federated deployment. Many of the world's largest financial institutions, insurance companies, governments, and enterprises rely on Instabase to automate their mission-critical business processes end-to-end. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Instabase is backed by leading investors including Greylock Partners, NEA, Andreessen Horowitz, and Index Ventures. For more information, visit instabase.com . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241121836945/en/ CONTACT: Saurabh Saini saurabh.saini@instabase.com KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BUSINESS DATA MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TECHNOLOGY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOURCE: Instabase Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 11/21/2024 03:00 PM/DISC: 11/21/2024 03:02 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241121836945/enThermo Fisher: M&A And Innovation To Drive Sales GrowthMessi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
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A_177 (6,500).Hezbollah leaders also signalled tentative backing for the US-brokered deal, which offers both sides an off-ramp from hostilities that have driven more than 1.2 million Lebanese and 50,000 Israelis from their homes. An intense bombing campaign by Israel has killed more than 3,700 people, many of them civilians, Lebanese officials say. But while the deal, set to take effect early Wednesday, could significantly calm the tensions that have inflamed the region, it does little directly to resolve the much deadlier war that has raged in Gaza since the Hamas attack on southern Israel in October 2023 that killed 1,200 people. Hezbollah, which began firing scores of rockets into Israel the following day in support of Hamas, has previously said it would keep fighting until there was a stop to the fighting in Gaza. Here’s what to know about the tentative ceasefire agreement and its potential implications: – The terms of the deal The agreement reportedly calls for a 60-day halt in fighting that would see Israeli troops retreat to their side of the border while requiring Hezbollah to end its armed presence in a broad swathe of southern Lebanon. Us President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that the deal is set to take effect at 4am local time on Wednesday. Under the deal, thousands of Lebanese troops and UN peacekeepers are to deploy to the region south of the Litani River. An international panel lead by the US would monitor compliance by all sides. Mr Biden said the deal “was designed to be a permanent cessation of hostilities.” Israel has demanded the right to act should Hezbollah violate its obligations. Lebanese officials have rejected writing that into the proposal. Israel’s defence minister, Israel Katz, insisted on Tuesday that the military would strike Hezbollah if the UN peacekeeping force, known as Unifil, does not provide “effective enforcement” of the deal. – Lingering uncertainty A Hezbollah leader said the group’s support for the deal hinged on clarity that Israel would not renew its attacks. “After reviewing the agreement signed by the enemy government, we will see if there is a match between what we stated and what was agreed upon by the Lebanese officials,” Mahmoud Qamati, deputy chair of Hezbollah’s political council, told the Qatari satellite news network Al Jazeera. “We want an end to the aggression, of course, but not at the expense of the sovereignty of the state” of Lebanon, he said. The European Union’s top diplomat, Josep Borrell, said on Tuesday that Israel’s security concerns had been addressed in the deal also brokered by France. – Where the fighting has left both sides After months of cross-border bombings, Israel can claim major victories, including the killing of Hezbollah’s top leader, Hassan Nasrallah, most of his senior commanders and the destruction of extensive militant infrastructure. A complex attack in September involving the explosion of hundreds of walkie-talkies and pagers used by Hezbollah was widely attributed to Israel, signalling a remarkable penetration of the militant group. The damage inflicted on Hezbollah has come not only in its ranks, but to the reputation it built by fighting Israel to a stalemate in the 2006 war. Still, its fighters managed to put up heavy resistance on the ground, slowing Israel’s advance while continuing to fire scores of rockets, missiles and drones across the border each day. The ceasefire offers relief to both sides, giving Israel’s overstretched army a break and allowing Hezbollah leaders to tout the group’s effectiveness in holding their ground despite Israel’s massive advantage in weaponry. But the group is likely to face a reckoning, with many Lebanese accusing it of tying their country’s fate to Gaza’s at the service of key ally Iran, inflicting great damage on a Lebanese economy that was already in a grave condition. – No answers for Gaza Until now, Hezbollah has insisted that it would only halt its attacks on Israel when it agreed to stop fighting in Gaza. Some in the region are likely to view a deal between the Lebanon-based group and Israel as a capitulation. In Gaza, where officials say the war has killed more than 44,000 Palestinians, Israel’s attacks have inflicted a heavy toll on Hamas, including the killing of the group’s top leaders. But Hamas fighters continue to hold scores of Israeli hostages, giving the militant group a bargaining chip if indirect ceasefire negotiations resume. Hamas is likely to continue to demand a lasting truce and a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in any such deal. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas offered a pointed reminder on Tuesday of the intractability of the war, demanding urgent international intervention. “The only way to halt the dangerous escalation we are witnessing in the region, and maintain regional and international stability, security and peace, is to resolve the question of Palestine,” he said in a speech to the UN read by his ambassador.Monday, December 16, 2024 The Hagia Sophia, one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks, is undergoing a monumental restoration aimed at preserving its structural integrity and historical character. The focus of this extensive project is the restoration of its iconic dome, a defining feature of this globally renowned site. This effort aligns with broader conservation initiatives aimed at maintaining Istanbul’s position as a major travel and tourism destination. 1. The Need for Restoration Recent assessments of the Hagia Sophia’s dome revealed structural issues that required immediate attention. Irregularities in the lead covering and the impact of cement-based materials have contributed to the dome’s deterioration over time. Experts determined that a comprehensive restoration was essential to prevent further damage and ensure the dome’s longevity. The structural interventions are being guided by a scientific committee, with Ahmet Gulec, a key member of the team, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the dome’s exterior. Given the intricate mosaics on the dome’s interior, any internal intervention would be nearly impossible. Instead, the team will concentrate on the lead covering and cement-based materials that have caused significant wear and tear. 2. Restoration Process and Timeline The restoration process will begin with the removal of the existing lead cover, followed by an evaluation of the dome’s structural components. This crucial step will allow conservation experts to determine the extent of the repairs required. The project is expected to commence in March or April, pending approval from authorities. To ensure uninterrupted progress, a temporary roof will be installed over the dome, shielding the site from weather elements. This approach allows for consistent work while protecting the interior mosaics from potential damage. Additionally, restoration efforts will extend beyond the dome to address damage on the north and east facades. This phase will involve replacing non-original materials with traditional “Ottoman” materials, ensuring alignment with the site’s historical and architectural heritage. 3. Use of Traditional Methods and Materials The restoration team is committed to using materials and techniques consistent with Hagia Sophia’s original construction. By adhering to traditional methods, they aim to preserve the monument’s authenticity. This approach not only strengthens the structural integrity of the dome but also enhances its cultural and historical value. Traditional Ottoman materials, known for their durability and compatibility with the original structure, will replace modern materials that have contributed to degradation. The goal is to restore the Hagia Sophia to a state that closely resembles its original form, thereby preserving its status as a symbol of historical and cultural significance. 4. Impact on Tourists and Worshippers Hagia Sophia is one of Istanbul’s most visited tourist attractions, drawing millions of visitors annually. As a functioning mosque and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it serves as both a place of worship and a cultural landmark. Given its importance, the restoration project aims to minimize disruptions for visitors and worshippers. Authorities have assured that while work on the dome is ongoing, the rest of the site will remain accessible to tourists. Special pathways and designated observation areas may be established to ensure visitor safety and maintain the overall visitor experience. 5. Addressing the Minarets and Other Structures The restoration of the dome is part of a larger initiative to conserve Hagia Sophia’s structural elements. At least two of the four minarets, which were added to the structure following the Ottoman conquest, have already undergone intervention. Restoration of these minarets ensures the overall stability of the monument and addresses issues caused by environmental factors such as weathering and erosion. 6. Preservation of Cultural Heritage The restoration of Hagia Sophia’s dome is not merely a structural endeavor—it is a broader effort to safeguard the monument’s cultural and historical legacy. By preserving its architectural integrity, Turkish authorities aim to ensure that future generations can continue to appreciate and learn from this global heritage site. This project reflects a growing trend in cultural tourism, where the conservation of historical sites plays a vital role in promoting tourism. Restoring Hagia Sophia’s iconic dome is a significant step in safeguarding one of the world’s most cherished cultural treasures. 7. The Role of Technology and Expertise Advancements in restoration technology and expert craftsmanship are crucial to the success of this project. The restoration team is employing cutting-edge techniques to analyze structural elements and determine optimal repair strategies. Digital imaging, 3D modeling, and materials analysis are all being utilized to guide the restoration process. These technological tools enable a more precise approach to preservation, ensuring the restoration work aligns with historical standards. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, the restoration team can achieve the highest level of accuracy and quality. 8. The Broader Impact on Tourism and Travel The restoration of Hagia Sophia’s dome is expected to have a positive impact on Istanbul’s tourism industry. As one of the city’s most prominent tourist attractions, the monument’s ongoing preservation enhances its appeal to travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences. News of the restoration has sparked interest among history enthusiasts and cultural tourists, potentially increasing visitor numbers. Tour operators and travel agencies may leverage the project’s progress to promote cultural tours and heritage tourism. Visitors will have the chance to witness a historic restoration in real-time, offering a unique perspective on the process of preserving an architectural wonder. The restoration of Hagia Sophia’s iconic dome is a monumental undertaking aimed at preserving its structural integrity and cultural significance. From dismantling the lead cover to using traditional materials and methods, every effort is being made to maintain authenticity. The broader conservation initiative reflects Istanbul’s commitment to preserving its cultural heritage while enhancing its status as a premier travel destination. Tourists and worshippers can continue to appreciate this iconic landmark, even as it undergoes one of the most significant restorations in its history.
By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER WASHINGTON (AP) — One year after the Jan. 6, 2021 , U.S. Capitol attack, Attorney General Merrick Garland said the Justice Department was committed to holding accountable all perpetrators “at any level” for “the assault on our democracy.” That bold declaration won’t apply to at least one person: Donald Trump. Special counsel Jack Smith’s move on Monday to abandon the federal election interference case against Trump means jurors will likely never decide whether the president-elect is criminally responsible for his attempts to cling to power after losing the 2020 campaign. The decision to walk away from the election charges and the separate classified documents case against Trump marks an abrupt end of the Justice Department’s unprecedented legal effort that once threatened his liberty but appears only to have galvanized his supporters. The abandonment of the cases accusing Trump of endangering American democracy and national security does away with the most serious legal threats he was facing as he returns to the White House. It was the culmination of a monthslong defense effort to delay the proceedings at every step and use the criminal allegations to Trump’s political advantage, putting the final word in the hands of voters instead of jurors. “We always knew that the rich and powerful had an advantage, but I don’t think we would have ever believed that somebody could walk away from everything,” said Stephen Saltzburg, a George Washington University law professor and former Justice Department official. “If there ever was a Teflon defendant, that’s Donald Trump.” While prosecutors left the door open to the possibility that federal charges could be re-filed against Trump after he leaves office, that seems unlikely. Meanwhile, Trump’s presidential victory has thrown into question the future of the two state criminal cases against him in New York and Georgia. Trump was supposed to be sentenced on Tuesday after his conviction on 34 felony counts in his New York hush money case , but it’s possible the sentencing could be delayed until after Trump leaves office, and the defense is pushing to dismiss the case altogether. Smith’s team stressed that their decision to abandon the federal cases was not a reflection of the merit of the charges, but an acknowledgement that they could not move forward under longstanding Justice Department policy that says sitting presidents cannot face criminal prosecution. Trump’s presidential victory set “at odds two fundamental and compelling national interests: On the one hand, the Constitution’s requirement that the President must not be unduly encumbered in fulfilling his weighty responsibilities . . . and on the other hand, the Nation’s commitment to the rule of law,” prosecutors wrote in court papers. The move just weeks after Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris underscores the immense personal stake Trump had in the campaign in which he turned his legal woes into a political rallying cry. Trump accused prosecutors of bringing the charges in a bid to keep him out of the White House, and he promised revenge on his perceived enemies if he won a second term. “If Donald J. Trump had lost an election, he may very well have spent the rest of his life in prison,” Vice President-elect JD Vance, wrote in a social media post on Monday. “These prosecutions were always political. Now it’s time to ensure what happened to President Trump never happens in this country again.” After the Jan. 6 attack by Trump supporters that left more than 100 police officers injured, Republican leader Mitch McConnell and several other Republicans who voted to acquit Trump during his Senate impeachment trial said it was up to the justice system to hold Trump accountable. The Jan. 6 case brought last year in Washington alleged an increasingly desperate criminal conspiracy to subvert the will of voters after Trump’s 2020 loss, accusing Trump of using the angry mob of supporters that attacked the Capitol as “a tool” in his campaign to pressure then-Vice President Mike Pence and obstruct the certification of Democrat Joe Biden’s victory. Hundreds of Jan. 6 rioters — many of whom have said they felt called to Washington by Trump — have pleaded guilty or been convicted by juries of federal charges at the same courthouse where Trump was supposed to stand trial last year. As the trial date neared, officials at the courthouse that sits within view of the Capitol were busy making plans for the crush of reporters expected to cover the historic case. But Trump’s argument that he enjoyed absolute immunity from prosecution quickly tied up the case in appeals all the way up to the Supreme Court. The high court ruled in July that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution , and sent the case back to the trial court to decide which allegations could move forward. But the case was dismissed before the trial court could get a chance to do so. 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Smith appealed to the Atlanta-based 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, but abandoned that appeal on Monday. Smith’s team said it would continue its fight in the appeals court to revive charges against Trump’s two co-defendants because “no principle of temporary immunity applies to them.” In New York, jurors spent weeks last spring hearing evidence in a state case alleging a Trump scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election through a hush money payment to a porn actor who said the two had sex. New York prosecutors recently expressed openness to delaying sentencing until after Trump’s second term, while Trump’s lawyers are fighting to have the conviction dismissed altogether. In Georgia, a trial while Trump is in office seems unlikely in a state case charging him and more than a dozen others with conspiring to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state. The case has been on hold since an appeals court agreed to review whether to remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis over her romantic relationship with the special prosecutor she had hired to lead the case. Associated Press reporter Lisa Mascaro in Washington contributed.
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CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Two New Hampshire fathers who were barred from school district events for wearing pink wristbands marked “XX” to represent female chromosomes insisted at a federal court hearing Thursday that they didn't set out to harass or otherwise target a transgender soccer player at the game they attended. But a judge hearing the case suggested the message the parents sent may matter more than their intentions. Kyle Fellers and Anthony Foote sued the Bow school district after being banned from school grounds for wearing the wristbands at their daughters' soccer game in September. The no-trespass orders have since expired, but a judge is deciding whether the plaintiffs should be allowed to wear the wristbands and carry signs at upcoming school events, including basketball games, swim meets and a music concert, while the case proceeds. Testifying at Thursday's hearing, both men said that they did not view the wristbands as a protest against Parker Tirrell, a transgender girl on the opposing team, but rather as a show of support for their daughters and their teammates. U.S. District Court Judge Steven McAuliffe questioned whether there is a meaningful distinction and whether their intentions matter. “Sometimes the message you think you’re sending might not be the message that is being sent,” he said. McAuliffe asked Foote whether it occurred to him that a transgender person might interpret the pink XX wristbands as an attempt to invalidate their existence. “If he’s a trans female, pink might be a color he likes,” Foote said. McAuliffe also noted that while both plaintiffs said they had no problem with transgender people outside the issue of sports, they repeatedly referred to the athlete in question as a boy. “You seem to go out of your way to suggest there’s no such thing as a trans girl,” McAuliffe said. Foote disagreed, saying it was “like learning a new language” to refer to transgender people. In a separate courtroom earlier Thursday, another judge held a hearing on a lawsuit brought by Parker Tirrell and another student challenging the state law that bans transgender athletes in grades 5 to 12 from teams that align with their gender identity. It requires schools to designate all teams as either girls, boys or coed, with eligibility determined based on students’ birth certificates “or other evidence.” U.S. District Court Chief Judge Landya McCafferty ruled earlier this year that the teens can try out for and play on girls school sports teams. The order only applies to those two individuals for now as they seek to overturn the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act on behalf of all transgender girl students in New Hampshire. Lawyers for the teens said in court Thursday they hoped the matter could go to trial and be resolved before the start of the next school year in September. They said the teens’ school districts and others in the state have asked for guidance regarding the statute. Lawyers for the state said they needed more time to prepare. Judge Talesha Saint-Marc suggested the timing of the trial was ambitious and asked that both sides talk further about scheduling. Gov. Chris Sununu, who signed the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act into law in July, has said it “ensures fairness and safety in women’s sports by maintaining integrity and competitive balance in athletic competitions.” About half of states have adopted similar measures. In the Bow case, school district officials have said they acted appropriately in sanctioning the parents for conduct they knew violated school policy at athletic events. They'll explain their evidence on Friday. On Thursday, the plaintiff's lawyer, Endel Kolde, accused the district of “breathtaking” overreach by asserting that the wristbands target transgender students in general, regardless of whether such students were present at the events. “This is viewpoint discrimination, and it’s very clear they’re proud of it,” Kolde said. Kolde initially conceded that a school district can limit speech “to some degree” to protect children from harassment, but he stopped short of agreeing with the judge’s claim that yelling “transgender students out” at a particular player would be subject to such regulation. “It might be,” he said. “I’m trying to get you to concede the obvious,” McAuliffe said. “It’s less than obvious to me,” Kolde said. Feller, the first witness in the case involving the wristbands, said he purchased them thinking his daughter and her teammates would wear them, but ended up wearing one himself after they declined. After being told to leave the game, he stood in the parking lot with a sign that said “Protect women’s sports for female athletes.” “I wanted to support women’s sports and I believed what was going on was a travesty,” he said.
City are now six games without a victory but appeared to be cruising towards three points before being stunned by the Eredivisie side, who hit them with goals from Anis Hadj Moussa, Santiago Gimenez and David Hancko to fight back from 3-0 down. Two goals from Erling Haaland, one of them a penalty, and one from Ilkay Gundogan had the 2023 European champions three up after 53 minutes as they sought the win that would help to get their ailing season back on track. FULL-TIME | A point apiece. 🩵 3-3 ⚫️ #ManCity | #UCL pic.twitter.com/6oj1nEOIwm — Manchester City (@ManCity) November 26, 2024 After the team collapsed in the closing stages, Ake called on his team-mates to show their mettle if their campaign is not to wither away. Speaking to Amazon Prime, he was asked whether he believed the the team’s problem is a mental one. “Maybe it is,” he said. “It is difficult to say. Obviously we have not been in this situation many times but this is where we have to show our character. “When everything seems to go against us and everyone is writing us off, we have to stay strong mentally, believe in ourselves and stick together. 🔢 pic.twitter.com/diyhxQXsdF — Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) November 26, 2024 “Every season there is a period when they write us off. We have to make sure we stay strong as a team and staff and make sure we get out of it.” The draw leaves City with work to do if they are to secure one of the eight automatic spots in the last 16 of this season’s Champions League. They are currently 15th in the table, two points outside of the top eight, and will need positive results in their next two games against Juventus and Paris St Germain to keep their hopes alive. They then face Club Brugge in their final league match on January 29. The result at least ended a run of five straight defeats in all competitions ahead of Sunday’s Premier League showdown with leaders Liverpool at Anfield. “When you are three goals up it feels like a defeat when you give up three goals at home,” said Ake. “It is tough now, a tough night, but the only thing we can do is look forward to the next one. Liverpool is a big game and it is another challenge to overcome. “(We were) 3-0 up and we played quite well and were under control, but then it all changed. “You just have to stay strong mentally. At 3-1 they then push on but I think we need to go for it a bit earlier so we could keep the pressure on them, but we stayed playing at the back and maybe invited more pressure on us. “Then when you concede the second one there is even more pressure and then we have to stay stronger mentally.”City are now six games without a victory but appeared to be cruising towards three points before being stunned by the Eredivisie side, who hit them with goals from Anis Hadj Moussa, Santiago Gimenez and David Hancko to fight back from 3-0 down. Two goals from Erling Haaland, one of them a penalty, and one from Ilkay Gundogan had the 2023 European champions three up after 53 minutes as they sought the win that would help to get their ailing season back on track. FULL-TIME | A point apiece. 🩵 3-3 ⚫️ | — Manchester City (@ManCity) After the team collapsed in the closing stages, Ake called on his team-mates to show their mettle if their campaign is not to wither away. Speaking to Amazon Prime, he was asked whether he believed the the team’s problem is a mental one. “Maybe it is,” he said. “It is difficult to say. Obviously we have not been in this situation many times but this is where we have to show our character. “When everything seems to go against us and everyone is writing us off, we have to stay strong mentally, believe in ourselves and stick together. 🔢 — Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) “Every season there is a period when they write us off. We have to make sure we stay strong as a team and staff and make sure we get out of it.” The draw leaves City with work to do if they are to secure one of the eight automatic spots in the last 16 of this season’s Champions League. They are currently 15th in the table, two points outside of the top eight, and will need positive results in their next two games against Juventus and Paris St Germain to keep their hopes alive. They then face Club Brugge in their final league match on January 29. The result at least ended a run of five straight defeats in all competitions ahead of Sunday’s Premier League showdown with leaders Liverpool at Anfield. “When you are three goals up it feels like a defeat when you give up three goals at home,” said Ake. “It is tough now, a tough night, but the only thing we can do is look forward to the next one. Liverpool is a big game and it is another challenge to overcome. “(We were) 3-0 up and we played quite well and were under control, but then it all changed. “You just have to stay strong mentally. At 3-1 they then push on but I think we need to go for it a bit earlier so we could keep the pressure on them, but we stayed playing at the back and maybe invited more pressure on us. “Then when you concede the second one there is even more pressure and then we have to stay stronger mentally.”