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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The St. Petersburg City Council voted Thursday to spend more than $23 million to repair the hurricane-shredded roof of Tropicana Field , with the goal of having the home of the Tampa Bay Rays ready for the 2026 season. The vote followed a decision earlier this week by the Pinellas County Commission to delay until December a vote on revenue bonds needed to finance a new, $1.3 billion Rays ballpark, a project that is in serious jeopardy according to Rays executives. “I can't say I'm confident about anything,” Rays co-president Brian Auld told the council members, who were scheduled later Thursday to vote on their own bonds to pay their share of the new stadium. The Trop's translucent fiberglass roof was ripped to pieces on Oct. 9 when Hurricane Milton swept ashore just south of Tampa Bay. There was also significant water damage inside the ballpark, with a city estimate of the total repair costs pegged at $55.7 million. The extensive repairs cannot be finished before the 2026 season, city documents show. The Rays made a deal with the Yankees to play next season at 11,000-seat Steinbrenner Field, New York's spring training home across the bay in Tampa. Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said MLB wants to give the Rays and Tampa-area politicians time to figure out a path forward given the disruption caused by the hurricane. Assuming Tropicana Field is repaired, the Rays are obligated to play there for three more seasons. “We’re committed to the fans in Tampa Bay,” Manfred said at an owners meeting. “Given all that’s happened in that market, we’re focused on our franchise in Tampa Bay right now.” The vote Thursday was to get moving on the roof portion of the repair. Once that's done, crews could begin working on laying down a new baseball field, fixing damaged seating and office areas and a variety of electronic systems — which would require another vote to approve money for the remaining restoration. The city previously voted to spend $6.5 million to prevent further damage to the unroofed Trop. Several council members said before the vote on the $23.7 million to fix the roof that the city is contractually obligated to do so. “I don’t see a way out of it. We have a contract that’s in place,” council member Gina Driscoll said. “We’re obligated to do it. We are going to fix the roof.” The council voted 4-3 to approve the roof repair. Members who opposed it said there wasn't enough clarify on numerous issues, including how much would be covered by the ballpark's insurance and what amount might be provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. They also noted that city residents who are struggling to repair their homes and businesses damaged by hurricanes Helene and Milton are dismayed when they see so many taxpayer dollars going to baseball. “Why are we looking to expend so much money right away when there is so much uncertainty?” council member Richie Floyd said. The new Rays ballpark — now likely to open in 2029, if at all — is part of a larger urban renovation project known as the Historic Gas Plant District, which refers to a predominantly Black neighborhood that was forced out to make way for construction of Tropicana Field and an interstate highway spur. The broader $6.5 billion project would transform an 86-acre (34-hectare) tract in the city’s downtown, with plans in the coming years for a Black history museum, affordable housing, a hotel, green space, entertainment venues, and office and retail space. There’s the promise of thousands of jobs as well. St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch, a prime mover behind the overall project, said it's not time to give up. “We believe there is a path forward to success,” the mayor said. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb

Anthony Albanese splashed out $62,000 on flowers and a musical performance for world leaders at a summit in Melbourne earlier this year. Documents supplied to the federal opposition through freedom of information requests show the Prime Minister’s office spent $18,000 on the flowers and $44,000 for singer Jess Mauboy. The major event was a dinner at the 50-year ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) summit, which brought together 11 prime ministers, presidents and sultans in Melbourne in March. Australia is not a member of ASEAN, rather a “comprehensive strategic partner”. Opposition waste spokesman James Stevens said the floral expense was “remarkable and insulting” amid cost-of-living pressures. “Albo’s flower power has cost taxpayers more than $60,000 in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis,” Mr Stevens said in a statement. “Unfortunately, this is just another example of our Prime Minister enjoying himself at the taxpayer’s expense.” The Prime Minister’s office says the expenditure was in line with similar events, including the 2018 ASEAN conference. Mr Albanese’s office also said two-way trade between Australia and the ASEAN nations totalled $183.4bn last year. The documents show the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet spent $18,513 on floral arrangements for the leaders and spouses’ dinner at the conference, including a $7000 12m dining table centrepiece. ARIA-winner Mauboy was also paid $44,000 of taxpayer money to perform. “What an honour it was to perform at the reception for the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit 2024 in Melbourne this week,” she posted on social media at the time. “Thank you so much for having me.” In a statement to The Daily Telegraph, the Prime Minister’s office said the summit was a “major event commemorating 50 years of our relations with ASEAN” and pointed to the economic value of Australian trade within ASEAN nations. “All procurement related to the summit was undertaken in accordance with Commonwealth procurement rules,” the statement read. “Expenditure on the summit was in line with similar-sized events, including the 2018 ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Sydney.” Separate publicly available tender documents show hiring the National Gallery of Victoria cost more than $41,000, plus $13,600 for food and drinks.NEW YORK: Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, was chosen by Donald Trump to serve as U.S. attorney general hours after his first choice, Matt Gaetz, withdrew from consideration after a federal sex trafficking investigation and ethics probe made his ability to be confirmed dubious. The 59-year-old has long been in Trump's orbit and her name had been floated during his first term as a potential candidate for the nation's highest law enforcement role. Trump announced his plans to nominate Bondi Thursday in a social media post. If confirmed by the Republican-led Senate, Bondi would instantly become one of the most closely watched members of Trump's Cabinet given the Republican's threat to pursue retribution against perceived adversaries and concern among Democrats that he will look to bend the Justice Department to his will. Here's a few things to know about Bondi: Bondi has been a longtime and early ally. In March 2016, on the eve of the Republican primary in Florida, Bondi endorsed Trump at a rally, picking him over the candidate from her own state, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio. She gained national attention with appearances on Fox News as a defender of Trump and had a notable speaking spot at 2016 Republican National Convention as Trump became the party's surprising nominee. During the remarks, some in the crowd began chanting "Lock her up" about Trump's Democratic rival Hillary Clinton. Bondi responded by saying, "'Lock her up,' I love that." As Trump prepared to move into the White House, she served on his first transition team. When Trump's first attorney general, Jeff Sessions, was ousted in 2018, Bondi's name was floated as a possible candidate for the job. Trump at the time said he would "love" Bondi to join the administration. He ultimately selected William Barr instead. She kept a toehold in Trump's orbit thereafter, including after he left office. She served as a chairwoman of America First Policy Institute, a think tank set up by former Trump administration staffers to lay the groundwork if he won a second term. Bondi made history in 2010 when she was elected as Florida's first female attorney general. Though the Tampa native spent more than 18 years as a prosecutor in the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office, she was a political unknown when she held the state's top law enforcement job. Bondi was elevated in the primary after she was endorsed by former Alaska governor and vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin. She campaigned on a message to use the state's top legal office in a robust way, challenging then-President Barack Obama's signature health care law. She also called for her state to adopt Arizona's "show me your papers" immigration law that sparked national debate. As Florida's top prosecutor, Bondi stressed human trafficking issues and urged tightening state laws against traffickers. She held the job from 2011 to 2019. Bondi worked as a lobbyist for Ballard Partners, the powerful Florida-based firm where Trump's campaign chief and incoming chief of staff Susie Wiles was a partner. Her U.S. clients have included General Motors, the commissioner of Major League Baseball and a Christian anti-human-trafficking advocacy group. She also lobbied for a Kuwaiti firm, according to Justice Department foreign agent filings and congressional lobbying documents. She registered as a foreign agent for the government of Qatar; her work was related to anti-human-trafficking efforts leading up to the World Cup, held in 2022. Bondi also represented the KGL Investment Company KSCC, a Kuwaiti firm also known as KGLI, lobbying the White House, National Security Council, State Department and Congress on immigration policy, human rights and economic sanctions issues. Bondi stepped away from lobbying to serve on Trump's legal team during his first impeachment trial in 2020. He was accused — but not convicted — of abuse of power for allegedly pressuring the president of Ukraine to investigate his Democratic rivals while crucial U.S. security aid was being withheld. He was also charged with obstruction of Congress for stonewalling investigative efforts. Trump wanted Ukraine's president to publicly commit to investigating Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden, who served on the board of a Ukrainian gas company. He pushed for the investigation while holding up nearly $400 million in military aid. Bondi was brought on to bolster the White House's messaging and communications. Trump and his allies sought to delegitimize the impeachment from the start, aiming to brush off the whole thing as a farce. Bondi has been a vocal critic of the criminal cases against Trump as well as Jack Smith, the special counsel who charged Trump in two federal cases. In one radio appearance, she blasted Smith and other prosecutors who have charged Trump as "horrible" people she said were trying to make names for themselves by "going after Donald Trump and weaponizing our legal system." It's unlikely that Bondi would be confirmed in time to overlap with Smith, who brought two federal indictments against Trump that are both expected to wind down before the incoming president takes office. Special counsels are expected to produce reports on their work that historically are made public, but it remains unclear when such a document might be released. Bondi was also among a group of Republicans who showed up to support Trump at his hush money criminal trial in New York that ended in May with a conviction on 34 felony counts. As president, Trump demanded investigations into political opponents like Hillary Clinton and sought to use the law enforcement powers of the Justice Department to advance his own interests, including in trying to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Bondi appears likely to oblige him. She would inherit a Justice Department expected to pivot sharply on civil rights, corporate enforcement and the prosecutions of hundreds of Trump supporters charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol — defendants whom Trump has pledged to pardon. Bondi issued a public apology in 2013 while serving as attorney general after she sought to delay the execution of a convicted killer because it conflicted with a fundraiser for her reelection campaign. The attorney general, representing the state in death row appeals, typically remains available on the date of execution cases in case of any last-minute legal issues. Bondi later said she was wrong and sorry for requesting then-Gov. Rick Scott push back the execution of Marshall Lee Gore by three weeks. Bondi personally solicited a 2013 political contribution from Trump as her office was weighing whether to join New York in suing over fraud allegations involving Trump University. Trump cut a $25,000 check to a political committee supporting Bondi from his family's charitable foundation, in violation of legal prohibitions against charities supporting partisan political activities. After the check came in, Bondi's office nixed suing Trump's company for fraud, citing insufficient grounds to proceed. Both Trump and Bondi denied wrongdoing. Two days before being sworn in as president in January 2017, Trump paid $25 million to settle three lawsuits alleging Trump University defrauded its students. Trump also paid a $2,500 fine to the IRS over the illegal political donation to support Bondi from the Donald J. Trump Foundation, which he was forced to dissolve amid an investigation by the state of New York. A Florida prosecutor assigned by then-GOP Gov. Rick Scott later determined there was insufficient evidence to support bribery charges against Trump and Bondi over the $25,000 donation.

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While she doesn't technically make 'Christmas' movies as such, Nancy Meyers films have become synonymous with the holiday season thanks to their more-is-more approach to decorating. The Nancy Meyers aesthetic is hard to define. More a feeling than an interior design style , it's all about mixing layers of softness, lighting, and an inviting touch of nostalgia. There's something so enchanting about her movies, from glowing lights to cozy kitchens brimming with treats and festive joy, Meyers' movies are a masterclass in creating Christmas decor magic. So learn from the master we did. Ready to deck the halls like your favorite rom-com character? Here's how to create your own Meyers' magic this Christmas. 'Achieving Nancy Meyers-inspired home decor involves a combination of timeless elegance, cozy comfort, and a touch of luxury,' says Esme Amberg, head of design at The Roost . 'It's all about creating an idyllic festive atmosphere where everything feels warm, magical, and perfectly styled. The decorations are chic, the fire is glowing and crackling and a tray of full champagne flutes are ready on the sideboard.' It’s the small, thoughtful details that make a space feel like it could belong in interior designer's favorite Nancy Meyers homes like The Holiday or Something’s Gotta Give. Think garlands draped over a fireplace, flickering candlelight, and piles of blankets for a relaxed yet elevated look. Here, we share our checklist for creating a Nancy Meyers-inspired Christmas at home this year. 1. Embrace an eclectic Christmas tree If there's any better time to embrace your maximalist side, it is Christmas. And of course, the best and most obvious place to start is with your Christmas tree ideas . Nancy Meyers-inspired Christmas trees are anything but cookie-cutter, nor are they too perfect. They radiate charm and personality, blending eclectic decorations with timeless holiday traditions. The more the merrier this Christmas so skip the matchy-matchy ornaments and embrace a mix of textures, colors, and shapes. Think ribbons and bows, streaming tinsel, vintage baubles, handmade ornaments, and meaningful keepsakes that tell a story. And don't forget to make the base of your Christmas tree look nice with a flouncy tree skirt. Have you ever seen a sweeter sweater bauble? These hand-knitted ornaments have been made with incredible attention to detail to adorn your tree. This hand-woven natural rattan tree base cover features a detailed scalloped trim for a whimsical take on traditional structured collars. It comes it two handy pieces to slip it round the tree once decorated. No Nancy Meyers-inspired home is complete without shelves and stacks of books. This bookstack ornament is perfect for the avid reader in your life, whether that's yourself or a loved one. 2. Create a collection of thrifted and vintage decor At Christmas and all year round, a Nancy Meyers home is filled with a mix of old and new for a transitional space filled with timeless classics, story, and tradition. Embrace thrifted and found decorations and Christmas table decor versus a picture-perfect, modern aesthetic for something that feels more authentic. Whether it's a set of mismatched vintage candleholders or a collection of antique glassware, these collected touches create a sense of nostalgia for Christmases past. Start by scouting local vintage stores, flea markets, and online marketplaces for unique holiday pieces that speak to you. Think antique figurines, a worn-in rug, hand-painted plates, or charming old-school stockings. 3. Add a homemade touch A tree should feel like a reflection of the family who decorates it. Meyers’ films often feel as if they’ve been lovingly curated over time, and homemade decor is an essential ingredient in that timeless appeal. Incorporate pieces you’ve collected and made over the years like paper garlands, dried fruit garlands, and crafts made by the kids. These layers are key to creating a warm, lived-in feel. You don’t need to handcraft every single piece of your decor, but integrating a few homemade pieces will help you achieve that cozy and homey atmosphere that makes Nancy Meyers’ Christmas spaces feel so inviting. 4. Create comfort and joy with texture, pattern, and print A Christmas living room or bedroom should feel like stepping into Iris' cottage from The Holiday. Cozy, welcoming, and filled with a hodge-podge of textiles, patterns, and textures to reach out and touch. Embrace your inner Grandmillennial with a mix of florals, quilted throws, cashmere, and classic holiday motifs like tartans and plaids for a touch of the Ralph Lauren aesthetic . It’s about creating depth and warmth – two hallmarks of Meyers’ trademark movie style. Don't be afraid to pattern clash here. But if you feel a little pattern-shy, mix prints strategically by sticking to a cohesive color palette like in the living room above designed by Susie Watson . Look to switch out your throw blankets for something with a subtle nod to the season. This brushed blanket from West Elm features a geometric Christmas tree print to snuggle up under. Delightfully Christmassy without screaming it, this holly striped pillow has been designed with Studio McGee to have a subtle festive look. The cover is removable for easy cleaning post-Christmas. Shop small this Christmas and look to Etsy for your stockings. Made from a cinnamon-hued gingham, this frill-topped stocking will look so cottagecore in your living room. 5. Create layers with your decor The secret to the Meyers look is embracing layers – in textures, prints, colors, and lighting. Year-round, this can be achieved with textiles and plenty of bookshelf wealth styling but at Christmas, you can take things one step further. Start with your Christmas garland . Instead of a simple foliage garland, layer multiple garlands like Melissa Oholendt from Oho Interiors has achieved above to create a Christmas mantel . Combine fresh greenery with berries and foliage sprigs, and weave in pinecones or dried orange slices for texture and scent. For added flair, intertwine twinkling fairy lights or velvet ribbons in soft, festive hues. A Nancy Meyers-inspired Christmas table can also be layered up. Use linens and crockery with subtle patterns or textures, and introduce natural woven elements with a wicker placemat and vintage glassware. This set includes the 6ft faux pine garland, an orange slice garland, a cowbell garland, and two velvet bows for an easy-to-assemble layered garland hack. 6. Focus on the glow factor Warm, inviting, and perfectly soft, lighting is essential for setting the mood and creating that movie-like magic. Take your cue from Father of the Bride's decor with plenty of festive lights. 'Warmth and atmosphere make everyone want to jump straight into that Cotswolds cottage in The Holiday – achieve the same feel at home with well-placed table lamps, twinkling festive lights, and sofas full of cozy woolen throws,' suggests Danielle Le Vaillant, head of photography & film at Cox & Cox . 'Add plenty of candles for the romance we all need at Christmas,' she adds. The glow factor makes your home feel cozy, intimate, and effortlessly festive. Make sure all your lighting, both indoors and out, has a warm yellow bulb, and go wild with fairy lights, candles, portable lamps, and paper lanterns. Candle-style tree lights give such a vintage, old-world charm to your Christmas tree. This set of 10 clip-ons illuminate your living room with warm white bulbs - plus they're on a timer with a remote control. McGee & Co.'s holiday collection is filled with elegant pieces like this gold leaf Menorah. Featuring delicate metal leaves, this will add a glow to your window sill or mantel for all your seasonal celebrations. These firework-style lights can be found as stake lights for outdoors, garlands for your porch, or in twinkling orbs like these from Pottery Barn. Hang a few in your window for a burst of festive cheer. 7. Don't try to make everything too perfect Now is the time to go big or go home. Nancy Meyers' rooms aren’t stiff or overly polished – they’re warm, lived-in, and slightly imperfect, which makes them relatable and inviting. Stop editing down, and include lots of everything: set out bowls of oranges and candy, candles in every size and shape, mismatched ornaments, wreaths, and garlands galore. Let your decor reflect your personality and the joy of the season. 'The key to getting the most from the look is to spread it freely throughout the house for a completely cohesive feel,' advises Danielle from Cox & Cox on how to get the balance right. 'Take the color scheme and selected decorations and echo them from tree to table and style them around the house at focal points like the hall table and mantelpiece.' Nancy Meyers’ movie homes feel so inviting because they aren’t trying too hard, creating a holiday home that’s warm, joyful, and perfectly imperfect. They feel like real people live there, and that’s what makes them magical. This season, channel the charm, coziness, and timeless elegance of a Meyers movie in your holiday decor. So pour yourself a cup of mulled wine, queue up The Holiday , and get decorating.Dan Kitwood/Getty Images News In September, we said that Google’s ( NASDAQ: GOOGL )( NASDAQ: GOOG ) downside is more significant than ever. 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New York Jets All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams is inactive for Sunday's home game against the Los Angeles Rams after missing practice all week because of a hamstring injury. His streak will end at 34 consecutive games started and played since his last deactivation for a Dec. 18, 2022, home game against the Detroit Lions, according to the team. He was downgraded from questionable for the game in East Rutherford, N.J. Williams, who turned 27 on Saturday, has started all 14 of New York's games this season and has 35 tackles (eight for loss), 17 quarterback hits and six sacks. The Jets selected Williams with the third overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft out of Alabama. He has 288 career tackles (52 for loss), 97 QB hits, 39 sacks, one interception, five forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 88 games (84 starts). He was voted to the Pro Bowl in 2022 and 2023 and was first-team All-Pro in 2022. The Jets (4-10) inactive list also includes safety Jaylin Simpson, offensive linemen Jake Hanson and Xavier Newman, and cornerbacks Jarrick Bernard-Converse and Michael Carter II. The latter already had been ruled out because of a back injury. The Rams (8-6) announced their inactive players: quarterback Stetson Bennett, wide receiver Tyler Johnson, cornerback Emmanuel Forbes Jr., running back Cody Schrader, and offensive linemen Dylan McMahon and Warren McClendon Jr. --Field Level MediaPfizer's PFE short percent of float has fallen 12.8% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 61.87 million shares sold short , which is 1.09% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.71 days to cover their short positions on average. Why Short Interest Matters Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. Short selling is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises. Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish. See Also: List of the most shorted stocks Pfizer Short Interest Graph (3 Months) As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Pfizer has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted. Comparing Pfizer's Short Interest Against Its Peers Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis. According to Benzinga Pro , Pfizer's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.63%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers. Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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The 2024 high school football season has finally come to a close, but the final week of the season featured more incredible plays from the Georgia and Texas state championship games. From KJ Edwards' ridiculous tackle-breaking touchdown run for Carthage (Texas) to Mike Polke's 92-yard kickoff return for Toombs County (Georgia), there were some remarkable plays last week (Dec. 17-21). Watch the video of the Top 10 plays, then cast your vote for the best play below. The voting will conclude on Monday, Dec. 30 at 11:59 PT, and the winner will be announced on Tuesday, Jan. 1. Here are the players who are featured in our Top 10 plays of the week: Ben Musser, Prince Avenur Christian, Georgia Cayley Windam, McEachern, Georgia Jake Jordan, Calhoun, Georgia Kaiden Prothro, Bowdon, Georgia KJ Edwards, Carthage, Texas Lakeyleon Graves, Kilgore, Texas Luke Biagini, Celina, Texas Mike Polke, Toombs County, Georgia Sean Smith, Randle, Texas Zay Billingsley, Carver Columbus, Georgia

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Additionally, ongoing investments in R&D and innovation reinforce the region's strong market position. Europe: Europe is projected to experience steady growth, driven by stringent regulatory standards and a rising focus on sustainability in Change Control Management Software practices. Countries like Germany, France, and the UK are leading due to their advanced industrial base and supportive government policies. The demand for eco-friendly and efficient Change Control Management Software solutions is expected to continue fostering market expansion. Asia-Pacific: Asia-Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest-growing region, fueled by rapid industrialization and urbanization. Countries such as China, India, and Japan are driving demand due to expanding consumer bases and increasing investments in infrastructure. The region's robust manufacturing sector and favorable economic policies further enhance growth opportunities in the Change Control Management Software market. Latin America: Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are expected to show moderate growth in the Change Control Management Software market. In Latin America, growth is supported by rising industrial activities in countries like Brazil and Mexico. Meanwhile, in the Middle East & Africa, infrastructure development and an increasing focus on innovation in sectors like Change Control Management Software are key drivers of market expansion. Middle East and Africa: The Middle East and Africa represent emerging markets in the global Change Control Management Software market, with countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and Nigeria showing promising growth potential. Economic diversification efforts, urbanization, and a young population are driving demand for Change Control Management Software products and services in the region. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 1. What is the current size of the Change Control Management Software market? Answer: The Change Control Management Software market was valued at approximately 5.83 Billion in 2024, with projections suggesting it will reach 14.79 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 16.78%. 2. What factors are driving the growth of the Change Control Management Software market? Answer: The market's expansion is attributed to several factors, including increased demand for Change Control Management Software, advancements in Change Control Management Software technology, and the adoption of Change Control Management Software across various sectors. 3. Which regions are expected to dominate the Change Control Management Software market? Answer: Regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific are anticipated to lead due to the presence of major industry players and growing investments in Change Control Management Software. 4. Who are the key players in the Change Control Management Software market? Answer: Prominent companies in the Change Control Management Software market include Change Control Management Software, Change Control Management Software, and Change Control Management Software, each contributing to market growth through innovations and strategic partnerships. 5. What challenges does the Change Control Management Software market face? Answer: The market faces challenges such as Change Control Management Software, regulatory compliance, and competition from alternative solutions. However, ongoing advancements aim to address these issues. 6. What are the future trends in the Change Control Management Software market? Emerging trends include the integration of Change Control Management Software technology, sustainability practices, and digital transformation in processes, all expected to shape the market's future. 7. How can businesses benefit from the Change Control Management Software market? 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As U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher looked ahead to the next Women’s World Cup in 2027, she calculated what that would look like at her age. Now 36, she already has a World Cup title and won an Olympic gold medal this year in France. She considered the mental, physical and emotional toll of a new cycle and decided it was time to step away . “Honestly, I think I’ve been somebody that has given everything I’ve had to this team. I don’t do anything halfway. It’s kind of, if you can give 100% to it, then keep going,” she said. “With that in mind, I kind of just felt like this was the right time coming off of the Olympics, having the year that we had, entering into a new cycle, a new stage for this team.” Naeher is the latest veteran to announce she’s stepping down from the national team as the next generation takes over under coach Emma Hayes. Among those who have wrapped up their soccer careers in the past couple of years include World Cup winners Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, Kelley O’Hara and Ali Krieger. Naeher will be with the team for two more matches in the coming week. The Americans play England at Wembley Stadium on Saturday and then the Netherlands in The Hague on Tuesday. RELATED COVERAGE US defender Carter-Vickers scores own goal with no-look pass for Celtic in Champions League Red Star Belgrade and Sturm Graz end 4-game losing runs in Champions League Red Star’s on-loan forward Silas scores against his parent club Stuttgart in Champions League Naeher said she’s excited about the next generation of goalkeepers. In addition to Naeher, Mandy Haught of the Utah Royals and Phallon Tullis-Joyce of Manchester United are on the roster for the upcoming matches. Other goalkeepers who have been on recent rosters include Casey Murphy and Jane Campbell. “I think the beauty of goalkeeping is that it’s not really a one-size-fits-all kind of position,” she said. “The more that you can understand — that’s going to be the challenge any young goalkeeper coming up, is really taking the time to understand what your strengths are and make them really, really elite and separate yourself.” Naeher spoke on Wednesday from London after announcing her retirement on social media Monday . Naeher made her senior debut with the national team in 2014 and was a backup to Hope Solo at the 2015 World Cup, which the United States won. She became the team’s regular starter following the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and was on the squad that repeated as World Cup winners in 2019. Naeher won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 before the U.S. earned gold this year in Paris. She made a key one-handed save in stoppage time to preserve the Americans’ 1-0 victory over Brazil in the Olympic final. For her career, Naeher has appeared 113 games with 110 starts, 88 wins and 68 shutouts. She had four shutouts over the course of the Olympic tournament in France. While she’s leaving the national team, she’ll play one more year for her club team, the Chicago Red Stars in the National Women’s Soccer League. “I hope that I can be remembered as a good teammate, as a competitor, as somebody that was looked on as someone that could be relied upon on the field and supported those players around me,” she said. “I think it’s just been a really special team to be a part of. And I’m very proud of what we have been able to accomplish over the years.” ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerJet crash disaster in South Korea marks another setback for Boeing

We live in Orwellian times. The deceitful and antisemitic reporting on the Israeli military campaign in Gaza is a glaring example of the gaslighting endemic in parts of the media, academia, and political discourse across the Western world. This article builds on themes from my earlier piece, Gaslighting and Projection of Orwellian Proportion, to challenge whether this gaslighting stops at Israel and the Israeli Defense Forces—or if it is simply the most visible and egregious example of a broader manipulation. The distinction between persuasion and manipulation, in my judgment, lies in intent. Persuasion seeks to inform and inspire with philanthropic motives, aiming to foster understanding and thoughtful action. Manipulation, by contrast, operates with malign intent, seeking to deceive and control. The reporting on Israel exemplifies manipulation, where distortion and bias have sown mistrust and misunderstanding. This raises broader concerns about the narratives promoted by certain media outlets, academics, and political actors—a pattern suggesting deeper systemic agendas. To better understand this phenomenon, it’s worth looking back, as it becomes increasingly clear that this manipulation has been at play for some time. Consider Menachem Begin and Ronald Reagan, two leaders whose legacies are now widely celebrated but who faced relentless vilification during their time in office. Before his election as Israel’s Prime Minister, Begin was labelled a threat to democracy. David Ben Gurion refused even to mention him by name, referring to him dismissively as “the man in the basement.” Yet Begin achieved what many thought impossible: a peace treaty with Egypt, Israel’s greatest adversary at the time. Similarly, Reagan was dismissed as a “Hollywood actor turned politician,” caricatured by critics as reckless and simplistic. Despite this, he ended the Cold War without firing a shot, revitalised the American economy, and restored confidence in democratic values. The parallels with contemporary figures like Peter Dutton are striking. Leaders such as Australia’s Opposition Leader are frequently castigated as “far right” by media, academia, and political opponents. But this raises an essential question: is Dutton truly far right, or simply far right of those who now find themselves firmly entrenched on the far left? The same voices vilifying Israel and the IDF—sections of the ABC, certain academics, union agitators, and partisan journalists—are often those driving divisive narratives in other domains. Their coordination raises doubts about their trustworthiness and intent. If their approach to Israel is rooted in deception, can their messaging in other areas be trusted? Take nuclear energy policy, for example—a subject outside my area of professional expertise, but one that deserves scrutiny. Across the globe, nuclear energy is increasingly seen as a critical component of a sustainable energy future. France generates over 70% of its electricity from nuclear power, making it a leader in low-carbon energy. Canada, too, has embraced nuclear energy as part of its strategy to reduce emissions, with prominent progressive figures like Prime Minister Justin Trudeau advocating for its inclusion in achieving net-zero goals. Even in Australia, former Prime Minister Bob Hawke—a revered Labor leader and iconic figure of progressivism—advocated for nuclear power as a forward-thinking solution to the nation’s energy challenges. He argued that Australia’s vast uranium reserves offered an unparalleled opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure energy security while boosting economic growth. Contrast this with the Albanese Government. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Energy Minister Chris Bowen have consistently dismissed nuclear energy as a viable option, citing high costs and long lead times. Bowen recently called nuclear power “the most expensive form of energy,” a claim that critics argue overlooks advancements in technology and the broader economic benefits of a diversified energy portfolio. This shift also extends to foreign policy. For decades, there was bipartisan support for Israel’s right to exist in peace and security, with successive Australian governments maintaining a steady alliance with Israel. Recent actions by the Albanese Government, including changes in Australia’s voting patterns at the United Nations, have been perceived by some as a departure from this bipartisan tradition. Critics argue that these moves align Australia with divisive UN resolutions that undermine Israel’s legitimacy, reflecting a broader pivot from the consensus-driven foreign policy of earlier decades. Occam’s Razor, the principle that the simplest explanation is often the correct one, offers insight here. The simplest explanation for the consistent distortion in reporting, policymaking, and public discourse is that much of the left in politics, media, and academia has been overtaken by social Marxists. Social Marxism applies Marxist principles to cultural and social structures rather than economic systems. It divides the world into oppressors and the oppressed, prioritising identity politics and victimhood narratives over truth and shared values. This framework not only explains the distorted reporting on Israel but sheds light on the broader decay in public discourse across the Western world. The connection between manipulation in media and social Marxism becomes clear when one examines how narratives are framed. The same individuals and institutions that distort facts about Israel often exhibit a broader agenda: discrediting traditional values, stifling evidence-based debate, and championing divisive ideologies. Ronald Reagan once warned, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” This cautionary statement resonates deeply in today’s context, where ideological rigidity and social Marxism threaten to erode democratic resilience. Leadership in such times requires clarity, integrity, and the courage to stand against prevailing tides of manipulation and deceit. Throughout my military career, I learned the importance of valuing actions over rhetoric. Words can be empty vessels, but actions reveal true intent. This principle guided me as I observed sycophants who sought to curry favour through flattery while pursuing self-serving motives. The lesson was clear: substance always outweighs superficiality. This perspective informed my reaction to the recent U.S. Presidential election, when I observed a highly educated Australian Jew catastrophise over the election of the 47th President of the United States of America and its implications for reproductive rights. My own stance on this issue is “pro-choice,” yet I found the hyperventilation unwarranted, especially given the administration’s stated policy of keeping abortions “safe, legal, and rare.” This episode revealed a deeper trend: a political platform so weak that the only strategy left was to vilify the alternative. Convincing the public that the alternative is worse is a hallmark of far-left politics, which relies on division and fear rather than constructive solutions. As I approach the conclusion of this article, I find it necessary to share my assessment: I, like many Australians, have at times been influenced by narratives shaped by social Marxists masquerading as educated and learned progressives. However, I have since begun to see through this manipulation. I encourage readers to take a moment of introspection—to reflect on some of the beliefs you may hold as incontrovertible truths. Who are the voices shaping these narratives, and what are their intentions? Because the same people who lecture us incessantly about genocide and apartheid are often the ones championing other causes, perceptions, and ideologies that I can no longer accept at face value. Abraham Lincoln wisely noted, “You can fool all of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time.” To this, I would add the enduring adage: “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” Together, these sentiments remind us that discernment is not just a virtue but a necessity, especially in these Orwellian times. The reporting on Israel has taught me a vital lesson: to scrutinise, question, and seek truth—even when it challenges long-held beliefs. In these consequential times, clarity and integrity are not luxuries; they are imperatives. We have agency, and we must put a stop to this madness in 2025.

NVIDIA Corporation, a leading American technology company specializing in graphics processing units (GPUs) and artificial intelligence, is under scrutiny for potential violations that could result in substantial fines. The company's significant presence in China mainland, where it generated 15% of its revenue in the third quarter, adds an interesting dimension to the unfolding situation.LEICESTER CITY owner Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha blew his 'Top,' at his underperforming players during a tense showdown earlier this week. The Foxes supremo launched an angry blast at his senior pros over their antics during a Christmas party in Copenhagen on Saturday night, hours after they had lost at home to Chelsea . 4 Leicester chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha was furious with the team in the wake of their trip to Copenhagen Credit: Getty 4 Leicester players partied in Copenhagen following their defeat to Chelsea at the weekend Credit: ekstrabladet.dk 4 They held up a sign that read: 'Enzo I miss u' Credit: ekstrabladet.dk 4 The players were in Copenhagen for a Christmas party Credit: X Twenty-four hours later Steve Cooper was axed by Srivaddhanaprabha - nicknamed Top - who believed his players had under-performed under the Welshman who was dismissed after just 12 games in charge. The Thai owner was incensed to discover his players were partying in the Danish capital hours after their latest defeat left them 16th in the table, just one point off the relegation places. He confronted his players during a hastily convened summit at their Seagrave Training complex on Tuesday. The usually amiable owner accused his players of letting down Cooper with their under-par performances on their return to the Premier League. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL SCRATCH OF THE DAY Guardiola looks battered and bruised in interview after Feyenoord draw SunSport understands Top was also livid at the antics of his partying players who were filmed partying in a nightclub - images which then became public and went viral on social media. In particular he was annoyed by a sign displayed by Leicester players saying: "Enzo I miss u," a reference to their former boss Enzo Maresca , who had just inspired Chelsea 's victory over them! Leicester's party-animals were also pictured in fancy dress at Copenhagen's Villa Hotel - conduct their owner believed was unbecoming of his highly-paid stars. Leicester were last night unavailable for contact, although it is believed senior players accepted the criticism and took it on the chin. Most read in Football BUS BEAST Kilmarnock fan famous for foul-mouthed post-match rants exposed as paedophile THREAT CONCERN Glasgow councillor APOLOGISES for Gers fans comment in shock pub row BRIEF ENCOUNTER Nice issue warning to Rangers fans after CANCELLING home end tickets EUR ON Celtic kid among Europe's top young strikers as FIFTH goal puts Hoops on brink FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS Ruud van Nistelrooy is currently the odds-on favourite to replace Cooper, after impressing during his four games in charge of Manchester United as interim boss following the sacking of Erik ten Hag . Ironically, one of Van Nistelrooy's three victories in charge of United came against the Foxes in the Carabao Cup and Premier League. Chelsea player ratings: Enzo Fernandez silences his doubters but Robert Sanchez endures a few shaky moments vs Leicester However one of his first tasks if he does accept the challenge will be to raise morale which is currently low in the wake of Top's meeting.

In the world of "Dark Myth," where monsters lurk in the shadows and danger awaits at every turn, the battle never truly ends. But with the skill, determination, and camaraderie of the Bilibili streamer, players and viewers alike can face the challenges head-on, united in their passion for gaming and their love of adventure. So tune in now, join the stream, and witness the excitement as the battle rages on in "Dark Myth!"As U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher looked ahead to the next Women's World Cup in 2027, she calculated what that would look like at her age. Now 36, she already has a World Cup title and won an Olympic gold medal this year in France. She considered the mental, physical and emotional toll of a new cycle and decided it was time to step away . “Honestly, I think I’ve been somebody that has given everything I’ve had to this team. I don’t do anything halfway. It’s kind of, if you can give 100% to it, then keep going," she said. “With that in mind, I kind of just felt like this was the right time coming off of the Olympics, having the year that we had, entering into a new cycle, a new stage for this team.” Naeher is the latest veteran to announce she's stepping down from the national team as the next generation takes over under coach Emma Hayes. Among those who have wrapped up their soccer careers in the past couple of years include World Cup winners Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, Kelley O'Hara and Ali Krieger. Naeher will be with the team for two more matches in the coming week. The Americans play England at Wembley Stadium on Saturday and then the Netherlands in The Hague on Tuesday. Naeher said she's excited about the next generation of goalkeepers. In addition to Naeher, Mandy Haught of the Utah Royals and Phallon Tullis-Joyce of Manchester United are on the roster for the upcoming matches. Other goalkeepers who have been on recent rosters include Casey Murphy and Jane Campbell. “I think the beauty of goalkeeping is that it’s not really a one-size-fits-all kind of position," she said. "The more that you can understand — that's going to be the challenge any young goalkeeper coming up, is really taking the time to understand what your strengths are and make them really, really elite and separate yourself.” Naeher spoke on Wednesday from London after announcing her retirement on social media Monday . Naeher made her senior debut with the national team in 2014 and was a backup to Hope Solo at the 2015 World Cup, which the United States won. She became the team’s regular starter following the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and was on the squad that repeated as World Cup winners in 2019. Naeher won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 before the U.S. earned gold this year in Paris. She made a key one-handed save in stoppage time to preserve the Americans’ 1-0 victory over Brazil in the Olympic final. For her career, Naeher has appeared 113 games with 110 starts, 88 wins and 68 shutouts. She had four shutouts over the course of the Olympic tournament in France. While she's leaving the national team, she'll play one more year for her club team, the Chicago Red Stars in the National Women's Soccer League. “I hope that I can be remembered as a good teammate, as a competitor, as somebody that was looked on as someone that could be relied upon on the field and supported those players around me,” she said. “I think it’s just been a really special team to be a part of. And I’m very proud of what we have been able to accomplish over the years.” AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer

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World junior roundup: Finland bounces back with 3-1 win over GermanyIn conclusion, the backlash against spliced meals is not just about snobbery or elitism in the culinary world. It is a complex issue that raises questions about food quality, safety, sustainability, and culinary standards. While the concept of spliced meals may have its merits in terms of reducing food waste and saving money, it is important to consider the wider implications and consequences of promoting this trend. As consumers, it is up to us to decide what kind of food culture we want to support and what values we prioritize in our culinary choices. So next time you're tempted to whip up a spliced meal, think about who is really getting fed up with this trend and whether it's worth eating into their concerns.Comparing Greenwood to the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Neymar, who achieved the same feat in fewer matches, highlights the magnitude of his achievement. Both Ibrahimovic and Neymar are considered among the best players in the world, and for Greenwood to be mentioned in the same breath as them is a testament to his potential and skill.The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has already taken a devastating toll on the country's military personnel and civilians, with thousands of lives lost and many more displaced or injured. Accurate reporting of casualty figures is crucial not only for honoring the memory of the fallen but also for informing the public and shaping international responses to the crisis.

WASHINGTON (AP) — In the two weeks since Donald Trump won the presidency, he’s tried to demonstrate his dominance by naming loyalists for top administration positions, even though many lack expertise and some face sexual misconduct accusations. It often seems like he’s daring Congress to oppose his decisions. But on Thursday, Trump’s attempt to act with impunity showed a crack as , his choice for attorney general, Trump had named Gaetz, a Florida congressman, to be the country’s top law enforcement official even though he was widely disliked by his colleagues, has little legal experience and was accused of having sex with an underage girl, an allegation he denied. After being plagued by investigations during his first presidency, Trump wanted a devoted ally during his second. However, it was never obvious that Gaetz could win enough support from lawmakers to get confirmed. Now the question is whether Gaetz was uniquely unpalatable, or if Trump’s other picks might exceed his party’s willingness to overlook concerns that would have sunk nominees in a prior political era. The next test will likely be Pete Hegseth, who Trump wants to lead the Pentagon despite an allegation of sexual assault that he’s denied. So far, Republicans are , an Army veteran and former Fox News host. Sen. Thom Tillis, a North Carolina Republican who serves on the Senate Judiciary Committee, said the controversy over Gaetz would have little bearing on Trump’s other choices. He said they would be considered “one at a time.” Sen. Richard Blumenthal, a Connecticut Democrat, suggested otherwise, claiming “the dominoes are falling.” “The drip drip of evidence and truth is going to eventually doom some others,” he said. Trump’s election victory was a sign that there may not be many red lines left in American politics. He won the presidential race despite authoritarian, racist and misogynist rhetoric, not to mention years of lies about election fraud and his role in sparking the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. He was also of falsifying business records to pay hush money, and he was in a civil case. Empowered by voters who looked past his misconduct and saw him as a powerful agent of change, Trump has shown no deference to Washington norms while . The transition team hasn’t pursued for Trump’s personnel choices. While some of his selections have extensive experience in the areas they’ve been chosen to lead, others are who have impressed and flattered Trump over the years. Several have faced . Hegseth is facing the most scrutiny after Gaetz. Once Trump announced Hegseth as his nominee for Pentagon chief, allegations emerged that he sexually assaulted a woman in California in 2017. The woman said he took her phone, blocked the door to the hotel room and refused to let her leave, according to Hegseth told police at the time that the encounter had been consensual and denied any wrongdoing, the report said. However, he paid the woman in 2023. Hegseth’s lawyer said the payment was made to head off the threat of a baseless lawsuit. Trump’s choice for secretary of health and human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has faced allegations of misconduct too. A woman who babysat for him and his second wife told Vanity Fair magazine that Kennedy groped her in the late 1990s, when she was 23. Kennedy did not deny the allegation and texted an apology to the woman after the article was published. That isn’t the only hurdle for Kennedy; he’s spent years spreading misinformation and conspiracy theories about vaccines, raising fears about making him a top health official in the new administration. Linda McMahon, chosen by Trump to be education secretary, is fighting a lawsuit connected to her former company, World Wrestling Entertainment. She’s accused of knowingly enabling sexual exploitation of children by an employee as early as the 1980s, and she denies the allegations. Tulsi Gabbard is another person who could face a difficult confirmation battle, but for very different reasons. The former Democratic representative from Hawaii has been a vocal Trump ally, and he chose her to be national intelligence director. But there’s grave concern by lawmakers and national security officials over Gabbard’s history of Critics said she would endanger relationships with U.S. allies. Gaetz was investigated by federal law enforcement for sex trafficking, but the case was closed without charges and Republicans have of a related report from the House Ethics Committee. However, some allegations leaked out, including that Gaetz paid women for sex. One of the women testified to the committee that she saw Gaetz having sex with a 17-year-old girl, according to a lawyer for the woman. As Gaetz met with senators this week, it became clear that he would face stubborn resistance from lawmakers who were concerned about his behavior and believed he was unqualified to run the Justice Department. “While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction,” Gaetz wrote on social media when announcing his withdrawal. Sen. Mike Braun, an Indiana Republican, said he believed there were four to six members of the caucus who would have voted against Gaetz, likely dooming his nomination, and “the math got too hard.” He said some of the issues and allegations around Gaetz were “maybe beyond the pale.” “I think there were just too many things, it was like a leaky dike, and you know, it broke,” Braun said. Trump thanked Gaetz in a post on Truth Social, his social media website, without addressing the substance of the allegations against him. “He was doing very well but, at the same time, did not want to be a distraction for the Administration, for which he has much respect,” Trump wrote. ____ Associated Press writers Mary Clare Jalonick, Stephen Groves and Lisa Macaro contributed from Washington. Jill Colvin in New York and Adriana Gomez Licon in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, also contributed.

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In 2020, a conspiracy theory spread across social media claiming that online home goods retailer Wayfair was involved in child trafficking . People claimed that odd pricing and certain product names were evidence of the theory. VERIFY reader Leslie emailed us to ask if Wayfair was ever involved in the sex trafficking of children. Is Wayfair involved in the sex trafficking of children? National Center on Sexual Exploitation DeliverFund , a nonprofit intelligence agency that uses technology to help law enforcement fight human trafficking Polaris , organization that operates the U.S. National Human Trafficking hotline Original VERIFY reporting in 2020 Statement from Wayfair to the BBC in 2020 No, there is no evidence to support the claims that Wayfair was involved in the sex trafficking of children. When the conspiracy theory first spread in 2020, people on social media pointed to Wayfair products with strange names and disproportionately high prices as proof that the online furniture store was involved in child trafficking. These products included a “Samiyah Storage Cabinet” priced at over $14,000 and a “Duplessis Zodiac Sign Astrological Constellation Personalized Throw Pillow” at $9,999. At the time, people claimed that these products shared the names of girls that were reported missing. The theory followed that the products had high prices because they were fronts for selling the missing girls. Wayfair told the BBC in 2020 that the prices were accurate for the industrial grade cabinets and were the result of a glitch in the case of the pillows. The viral social media posts frequently linked products to girls who were no longer missing. Multiple anti-trafficking groups said the claims were unproven and likely false. “We believe that the accusations being leveled against Wayfair regarding sex trafficking are lacking credibility in significant ways and, in many places, demonstrably false,” the National Center on Sexual Exploitation said at the time. In 2020, VERIFY found that the family of Samara Duplessis, a missing girl purportedly linked to the overpriced pillows, reported she was back home a couple of months before the Wayfair conspiracy became widespread. When VERIFY searched Wayfair for “Duplessis” products in 2020, we found the name attached to a number of different items that were considerably less expensive than the pillow. When VERIFY searched Wayfair’s site again on Dec. 2, 2024, we found it’s using the “Duplessis” name for at least one product, a rug selling for $144.99 , years after the missing girl was found. As for the reference to the cabinets in the original rumors, people claimed that there was a missing teenager from Ohio named Samiyah, too. But VERIFY was unable to find any evidence that a girl by that name was missing, and a teenager some people believed to be Samiyah refuted that she was missing in a video posted to her Facebook account. Wayfair told the BBC in 2020 that the expensive cabinets were “industrial size,” meant for business or commercial use and that the $14,000 price point was accurate. “We have temporarily removed the products from our site to rename them and to provide a more in-depth description and photos that accurately depict the product to clarify the price point,” Wayfair told the BBC in 2020. Another example of a missing teenager’s name possibly matching a Wayfair product was Mary Durrett to a Durrett coffee table. But she went missing in 2017 and was found safe two days after she was first reported missing. The claim connecting her to the coffee table listing was posted three years later. Many anti-trafficking organizations addressed the rumors in 2020. They all said the claims lacked credibility. “We identified early on that this was a likely hoax or a case of overexuberance by someone who did not have the expertise and data-driven approach that DeliverFund has,” Michael Fullilove, chief of operations for DeliverFund , a nonprofit intelligence agency that uses technology to help law enforcement fight human trafficking, said in 2020. “Based on the original source of the information, we were able to use open source intelligence techniques to determine that it was highly unlikely that the trafficking of children was taking place through the sale of expensive items on Wayfair,” Fullilove said. Polaris , which operates the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline, said the claims were unsubstantiated and did more harm than good. People overwhelmed the hotline to make reports related to the conspiracy, increasing wait times and potentially denying trafficking victims from reaching the hotline. The theory also resulted in harassment and privacy intrusions of people mistakenly believed to be victims, as well as broad sharing of online sexual abuse material of real victims never connected to the Wayfair conspiracy, Polaris said. Polaris pointed out that trafficking is rarely perpetrated by a total stranger who kidnaps children and is instead usually perpetrated by people the victims know or even love and trust. Scenarios where the trafficker locks up or imprisons the victim with literal shackles make up a minority of trafficking cases despite it being the common public perception of trafficking, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation said. Traffickers usually groom their victims and keep them captive through forms of psychological abuse, manipulation and coercion that can be difficult to identify. There are real cases in which sex trafficking is perpetrated online, usually through prostitution sites and pornography websites, according to the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. The National Center on Sexual Exploitation said in 2020 that traffickers were increasingly using “popular social media apps such as Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok to identify, groom and exploit children in the online space.” Anti-trafficking organizations say that sharing viral, unsubstantiated trafficking rumors online is generally unhelpful to trafficking victims. What’s more helpful, these organizations say , is to learn how to identify real, common cases of trafficking to spot victims who need help. VERIFY reached out to Wayfair for comment but did not receive a response by the time of publication.As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the year and revisit the projections made at its outset regarding investment opportunities in the blockchain industry. At the beginning of the year, our forecasts highlighted three key areas expected to experience significant financial growth. Now, as we review and analyse the events of 2024, it’s only fitting to evaluate these predictions. Did they materialise as anticipated, or were the projections off the mark? Join us as we delve into the developments of the year to assess how reality measured up to expectations. Did DApps Do it? At the start of the year, Decentralised Applications (DApps) were predicted to experience significant financial growth. These applications, which operate on blockchain or peer-to-peer networks rather than centralised servers, were expected to revolutionise various industries. This year, decentralised applications (dApps) have continued to grow in popularity and usage, with AI-powered dApps becoming a leading force in the Web3 space. In the third quarter of 2024, DApps industry saw a 70% increase in usage compared to the previous quarter, with 17.2 million daily Unique Active Wallets (UAWs). AI-powered dApps became the most active category in the DApp space, accounting for 28% of the industry’s activity.The NFT sector also had its best quarter since Q1 2023, with a trading volume of $4 billion from 14.9 million sales. One of the most groundbreaking advancements of 2024 has been the increasing interoperability between blockchain platforms. Decentralised applications (DApps) that connect ecosystems like Ethereum, Solana, and others are empowering users to seamlessly access the benefits of multiple networks, breaking free from the constraints of isolated blockchains. It is safe to say that the predicted rise in both the value and importance of Decentralised Applications (DApps) within the blockchain ecosystem has become a reality. The Growth of Fractional Ownership of High value assets In 2023 the concept of fractional ownership through tokenisation was still gaining traction, primarily within niche markets like luxury assets (art, collectibles) and select real estate projects. Investor awareness was limited, and platforms were in the early stages of proving their models. At the start of the year, this column predicted significant growth for the industry, fueled by a surge in investor interest in tokenisation. In 2024, we saw such expansion significantly in real estate. Tokenised assets now include a wider variety of properties, ranging from commercial spaces to residential apartments, as well as other illiquid assets like fine art and exotic cars. Platforms like Lofty and RealT have seen a notable increase in user base. Improved regulatory frameworks in multiple jurisdictions have boosted investor confidence. For instance, the US and EU introduced clearer guidelines for tokenised securities, making the process more accessible for institutional and retail investors. Global expansion has become more evident, with markets in the Middle East (e.g.Dubai) and Latin America actively participating. The market size has further grown significantly. While the global market for fractional ownership on the blockchain was estimated at under $1 billion in 2023, today, the market value has crossed several billion dollars, supported by rising investor interest and a greater variety of tokenised assets. Self-Sovereign Identity Market sees financial success as Predicted The final area highlighted to experience a financial boom was the self-sovereign identity market. The self-sovereign identity (SSI) market, which focuses on secure methods of identity verification for banks, cross-border travel, medical records, and more, is experiencing rapid expansion. Leveraging blockchain technology, SSI is providing tamper-proof systems for verification and tracking, fulfilling predictions about its potential. Recent data confirms this growth. The global SSI market size surged from USD 951.36 million in 2023 to USD 1.8 billion in 2024, highlighting its rising importance. Increasing concerns over identity theft, deepfake fraud, and cybercrime have driven demand for robust solutions. Governments worldwide have also played a key role, launching initiatives to promote digital identity frameworks. These efforts have not only ensured secure digital identities for public services but also spurred innovation and investment in the field. As the need for secure, reliable identity systems intensifies, the SSI market is poised to remain a critical player in fostering trust and security in the digital age. Did 2024 Live Up to Expectations? Looking back, the blockchain industry rose to the occasion in 2024. 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ITV viewers have been left baffled by a celebrity special of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? The ITV quiz show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire ?, fronted by host Jeremy Clarkson, saw one of its celebrity guests struggle and use up not one but two lifelines in the first five minutes of the hot seat. The ITV celebrity special featured Jools Holland , Nina Wadia and Ugo Mony in the hot seat aiming to earn money for charities and climb the money leaderboard. However music guru Jools Holland struggled to reach the £1,000 mark, calling in his 'ask the audience' and 'phone a friend' lifelines for his fourth and fifth questions. For his fourth question, which would earn him £500, Jools was asked "In March 2020, who began hosting online fitness workouts for children under the title 'P.E. with Joe'?" Turning to the audience, they overwhelming replied that it was sports guru Joe Wicks rather than any of the other Joe choices, including former US president Joe Biden. Jools' next question asked him to draw on his film knowledge, when he was asked "Which of these is a tagline for the Hitchcock film 'Psycho'?" Calling a friend, Jools was pushed towards the right answer of "Check in. Unpack. Relax. Take a shower.", which hints at the infamous shower scene from the classic movie. Whilst Jools had used up two of his three lifelines in the first five questions, his cries for help had not gone unnoticed by viewers at home. Taking to social media, one stunned viewer wrote on X: "He used two lifelines at that in the first five questions! Bloody hell. Even Joey bloody Essex knows more than Jools Holland!" Another posted: "What the heck? Jools Holland used Phone A Friend on the Psycho question? JOOLS HOLLAND?!? I thought he was clever!" "I genuinely thought Jools Holland would be much better than this," added a third. Another posted: "Wow. It’s a good job Jools can play the piano well because he’s bloody useless at this...." "Oh Jools I thought you would do better, but I guess you either know it or you don’t," shared another. With another question asking Jools to draw on his music knowledge, he was quizzed about The Spice Girls. He dithered, as one viewer pointed out on social media: " Jools Holland getting a Spice Girls question when he appeared in the movie Spiceworld." The music icon eventually bowed out at £16,000, which he dedicated to two charities, The Princes Trust & Caring Hands.It's no secret the New York Giants have been bad at winning games this season, but on Sunday, they were bad at losing. The Giants came into Sunday's contest with the Indianapolis Colts in position to earn the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft in April. All they had to do was lose to the Colts and drop their final game of the season against the Philadelphia Eagles. Instead, New York had its best offensive display of the season as it downed Indianapolis 45-33. Quarterback Drew Lock completed 17 of his 23 passes for 309 yards and four touchdowns. Lock also scored on the ground. Star rookie Malik Nabers was his favorite target as he hauled in seven receptions for 171 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton also found the endzone through the air. After he scored, Slayton had an emphatic message for those wanting the team to tank for the top pick. With the Giants' loss, the New England Patriots can now claim the top pick with a loss to the Buffalo Bills next week. The win is impressive and likely would have made fans very happy earlier this season, but with nothing to play for, the Giants cost themselves the top pick in the draft and were met with trolling on social media. There might not be a No. 1 pick for the Giants this year, but at least they avoided being the first team in NFL history to go 0-9 at home.AI access: A human right in the digital age

Why Stellantis's CEO Is Out, and What That Means For the StockOn Monday night, Russell Westbrook made NBA history for the Denver Nuggets. Westbrook, 36, led the Nuggets with 27 points, three rebounds, and three assists in 26 minutes played in a 145-118 loss to the New York Knicks at Ball Arena. Denver fell to 9-7, while New York improved to 10-7. Westbrook’s final stat line was noteworthy, despite the Nuggets’ loss to the Knicks at home. Westbrook, a 17-year veteran point guard, had 27 points off the Nuggets bench. Westbrook scored 24 of those 27 points in the fourth quarter, the highest-scoring quarter of his Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame career. Despite not being an NBA champion, Westbrook is widely known as one of the most athletic guards in NBA history. Read on for further details surrounding Westbrook’s latest achievement and much more. Russell Westbrook Makes NBA History Russell Westbrook made NBA history after the Denver Nuggets vs. New York Knicks game on Monday night. The Nuggets were blown out by the Knicks 145-118, which was an awful home game for the Nuggets. Most of the Nuggets’ players didn’t show up, not even Nikola Jokic. Jokic finished with 22 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists, but didn’t reach his usual production . However, Westbrook’s notable performance was a bright spot after the game. Westbrook not only scored 24 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter but his fourth-quarter point total helped him join Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford as just the third player in NBA history at least 36 years old with 24 points or more in a single quarter . On Monday night, StatMuse posted on X, “Russell Westbrook in the fourth quarter: 24 PTS, 8-11 FG, and 3-4 3P. His most points in a single quarter in his career.” StatMuse confirmed the specifics of Russell Westbrook’s latest stats, but it’s important to note that the NBA’s quarter-specific data only dates back to the 1996-97 NBA season. Even so, Jordan achieved the feat at 38 years old, while Crawford achieved the feat at 39 years old. Russell Westbrook So Far This Season Some people cast doubt on Russell Westbrook when he signed a two-year, veteran minimum contract worth $6.8 million with a player option for the 2025-26 NBA season. Westbrook was also blamed for the Denver Nuggets’ poor performance to start the 2024-25 NBA season, which was arguably unjust amid his poor production, efficiency, and plus-minus numbers. Westbrook’s stats were subpar as a shooter and a playmaker, but it’s up to the Nuggets to solidify his role with the team. So far this season, Westbrook has averaged 12.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game, while shooting 39.4% from the field and 38.3% from the three-point line. Westbrook’s up in age and won’t be the same player he was four years ago. However, Westbrook has averaged a triple-double in four of his last five seasons, which is impressive — and inspiring — to anyone interested in professional basketball. More Russell Westbrook News Aside from becoming the third player in NBA history at least 36 years old to score 24 or more points in a single quarter, Russell Westbrook had his 405th career 25-point game in last night’s contest. This tied him with Basketball Hall of Fame Forward John Havlicek for the 30th most such games in NBA history, per StatHead on X. After Westbrook’s historic game, Los Angeles Lakers Forward Anthony Davis was asked about his former teammate. Davis, 31, told Sports Illustrated , “He brings that energy ... You know how Russ plays, he plays hard. Made some shots, some steals, he played how Russ plays. I’m pretty sure them guys know the history with us. Probably amped him up a little bit more. When he comes in the game, he’s very disruptive and brings that juice for them. Especially when he’s making plays, so I think that kinda helped them a lot tonight.” Davis’ statement came just hours after leaked audio about the two players appearing to trade expletive-laden exchanges during the Lakers vs. Nuggets game on Saturday, November 23 at Crypto.com Arena. Davis and Westbrook were a fun duo to watch in Los Angeles, California, but Davis and LeBron James’ injuries overshadowed Westbrook’s stint with the Lakers. This article first appeared on Total Apex Sports and was syndicated with permission.

US border arrests drop 17% in November, dousing predictions of post-election surgeThe Big Ten football regular season has concluded and the matchup for the conference championship game is set, with the top-ranked Oregon Ducks set to face Penn State on Saturday night in Indianapolis. WATCH: Stream most college football games live for FREE with Fubo (free trial) or with DirecTV Stream (free trial). Before the Ducks and Nittany Lions square off for the conference crown, The Oregonian/OregonLive offers one final round of power rankings for the 2024 season. There was only minor movement in this week’s rankings. Oregon finished off a run of eight consecutive weeks at the top, while Penn State climbed one spot to No. 2. After Michigan’s giant upset of Ohio State, the the Buckeyes dipped one spot to third and the Wolverines moved up a couple of spots to seventh. Here are the complete power rankings for Week 15. (Voting panel: Ryan Clarke , James Crepea , Aaron Fentress , Sean Meagher , Joel Odom , Bill Oram ) 1. OREGON DUCKS (12-0, 9-0) Poll points: 108 (All six first-place votes) Last week (1): Beat Washington 49-21. Next: vs. Penn State in Big Ten championship game, 5 p.m. PT Saturday on CBS. 2. PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS (11-1, 8-1) Poll points: 100 Last week (3): Beat Maryland 44-7. Next: vs. Oregon in Big Ten championship game, 5 p.m. PT Saturday on CBS. 3. OHIO STATE BUCKEYES (10-2, 7-2) Poll points: 96 Last week (2): Lost to Michigan 13-10. Next: Awaits postseason destination, likely in the College Football Playoff. 4. INDIANA HOOSIERS (11-1, 8-1) Poll points: 92 Last week (4): Beat Purdue 66-0. Next: Awaits postseason destination, possibly in the College Football Playoff. 5. ILLINOIS (9-3, 6-3) Poll points: 82 Last week (5): Beat Northwestern 38-28. Next: Awaits bowl destination. 6. IOWA HAWKEYES (8-4, 6-3) Poll points: 74 Last week (6): Beat Nebraska 13-10. Next: Awaits bowl destination. 7. MICHIGAN WOLVERINES (7-5, 5-4) Poll points: 73 Last week (9): Beat Ohio State 13-10. Next: Awaits bowl destination. 8. MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS (7-5, 5-4) Poll points: 70 Last week (T7): Beat Wisconsin 24-7. Next: Awaits bowl destination. 9. WASHINGTON HUSKIES (6-6, 4-5) Poll points: 57 Last week (T7): Lost to Oregon 49-21. Next: Awaits bowl destination. 10. USC TROJANS (6-6, 4-5) Poll points: 51 Last week (10): Lost to Notre Dame 49-35. Next: Awaits bowl destination. T11. NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS (6-6, 3-6) Poll points: 43 Last week (11): Lost to Iowa 13-10. Next: Awaits bowl destination. T11. RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS (7-5, 4-5) Poll points: 43 Last week (14): Beat Michigan State 41-14. Next: Awaits bowl destination. 13. UCLA BRUINS (5-7, 3-6) Poll points: 39 Last week (13): Beat Fresno State 20-13. Next: The Bruins’ season is over. 14. WISCONSIN BADGERS (5-7, 3-6) Poll points: 38 Last week (12): Lost to Minnesota 24-7. Next: The Badgers’ season is over. 15. MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS (5-7, 3-6) Poll points: 23 Last week (15): Lost to Rutgers 41-14. Next: The Spartans’ season is over. 16. NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS (4-8, 2-7) Poll points: 17 Last week (16): Lost to Illinois 38-28. Next: The Wildcats’ season is over. 17. MARYLAND TERRAPINS (4-8, 1-8) Poll points: 15 Last week (17): Lost to Penn State 44-7. Next: The Terrapins’ season is over. 18. PURDUE BOILERMAKERS (1-11, 0-9) Poll points: 6 Last week (18): Lost to Indiana 66-0. Next: The Boilermakers’ season is over. PREVIOUS RANKINGS Week 14 Week 13 Week 12 Week 11 Week 10 Week 9 Week 8 Week 7 Week 6 Week 5 Week 4 Week 3 Week 2 Week 1 -- Ryan Clarke covers the Oregon Ducks and Big Ten Conference. Listen to the Ducks Confidential podcast or subscribe to the Ducks Roundup newsletter .Another Rangers inquest: Line-up error and the alarming stat that shows true issue

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Jimmy Carter, former US president and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, dead at 100AP Sports SummaryBrief at 6:40 p.m. ESTIn 2020, a conspiracy theory spread across social media claiming that online home goods retailer Wayfair was involved in child trafficking . People claimed that odd pricing and certain product names were evidence of the theory. VERIFY reader Leslie emailed us to ask if Wayfair was ever involved in the sex trafficking of children. THE QUESTION Is Wayfair involved in the sex trafficking of children? THE SOURCES National Center on Sexual Exploitation DeliverFund , a nonprofit intelligence agency that uses technology to help law enforcement fight human trafficking Polaris , organization that operates the U.S. National Human Trafficking hotline Original VERIFY reporting in 2020 Statement from Wayfair Statement from Wayfair to the BBC in 2020 THE ANSWER No, there is no evidence to support the claims that Wayfair was involved in the sex trafficking of children. WHAT WE FOUND When the conspiracy theory first spread in 2020, people on social media pointed to Wayfair products with strange names and disproportionately high prices as proof that the online furniture store was involved in child trafficking. These products included a “Samiyah Storage Cabinet” priced at over $14,000 and a “Duplessis Zodiac Sign Astrological Constellation Personalized Throw Pillow” at $9,999. At the time, people claimed that these products shared the names of girls that were reported missing. The theory followed that the products had high prices because they were fronts for selling the missing girls. Wayfair told the BBC in 2020 that the prices were accurate for the industrial grade cabinets and were the result of a glitch in the case of the pillows. Wayfair gave VERIFY a similar statement when asked to comment in 2024. "There is, of course, no truth to these claims," Wayfair told VERIFY. "The products in question are industrial grade cabinets that are accurately priced. Recognizing that the photos and descriptions provided by the supplier did not adequately explain the high price point, we temporarily removed the products from the site to rename them and provide a more in-depth description and photos that accurately depict the product to clarify the price point. We also corrected another pricing issue that was resulting in other products such as throw pillows being priced incorrectly. Multiple news outlets published stories to debunk the theory. " The viral social media posts frequently linked products to girls who were no longer missing. Multiple anti-trafficking groups said the claims were unproven and likely false. “We believe that the accusations being leveled against Wayfair regarding sex trafficking are lacking credibility in significant ways and, in many places, demonstrably false,” the National Center on Sexual Exploitation said at the time. In 2020, VERIFY found that the family of Samara Duplessis, a missing girl purportedly linked to the overpriced pillows, reported she was back home a couple of months before the Wayfair conspiracy became widespread. When VERIFY searched Wayfair for “Duplessis” products in 2020, we found the name attached to a number of different items that were considerably less expensive than the pillow. When VERIFY searched Wayfair’s site again on Dec. 2, 2024, we found it’s using the “Duplessis” name for at least one product, a rug selling for $144.99 , years after the missing girl was found. As for the reference to the cabinets in the original rumors, people claimed that there was a missing teenager from Ohio named Samiyah, too. But VERIFY was unable to find any evidence that a girl by that name was missing, and a teenager some people believed to be Samiyah refuted that she was missing in a video posted to her Facebook account. Wayfair told the BBC in 2020 that the expensive cabinets were “industrial size,” meant for business or commercial use and that the $14,000 price point was accurate. “We have temporarily removed the products from our site to rename them and to provide a more in-depth description and photos that accurately depict the product to clarify the price point,” Wayfair told the BBC in 2020. Another example of a missing teenager’s name possibly matching a Wayfair product was Mary Durrett to a Durrett coffee table. But she went missing in 2017 and was found safe two days after she was first reported missing. The claim connecting her to the coffee table listing was posted three years later. Many anti-trafficking organizations addressed the rumors in 2020. They all said the claims lacked credibility. “We identified early on that this was a likely hoax or a case of overexuberance by someone who did not have the expertise and data-driven approach that DeliverFund has,” Michael Fullilove, chief of operations for DeliverFund , a nonprofit intelligence agency that uses technology to help law enforcement fight human trafficking, said in 2020. “Based on the original source of the information, we were able to use open source intelligence techniques to determine that it was highly unlikely that the trafficking of children was taking place through the sale of expensive items on Wayfair,” Fullilove said. Polaris , which operates the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline, said the claims were unsubstantiated and did more harm than good. People overwhelmed the hotline to make reports related to the conspiracy, increasing wait times and potentially denying trafficking victims from reaching the hotline. The theory also resulted in harassment and privacy intrusions of people mistakenly believed to be victims, as well as broad sharing of online sexual abuse material of real victims never connected to the Wayfair conspiracy, Polaris said. Polaris pointed out that trafficking is rarely perpetrated by a total stranger who kidnaps children and is instead usually perpetrated by people the victims know or even love and trust. Scenarios where the trafficker locks up or imprisons the victim with literal shackles make up a minority of trafficking cases despite it being the common public perception of trafficking, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation said. Traffickers usually groom their victims and keep them captive through forms of psychological abuse, manipulation and coercion that can be difficult to identify. There are real cases in which sex trafficking is perpetrated online, usually through prostitution sites and pornography websites, according to the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. The National Center on Sexual Exploitation said in 2020 that traffickers were increasingly using “popular social media apps such as Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok to identify, groom and exploit children in the online space.” Anti-trafficking organizations say that sharing viral, unsubstantiated trafficking rumors online is generally unhelpful to trafficking victims. What’s more helpful, these organizations say , is to learn how to identify real, common cases of trafficking to spot victims who need help. Related Articles No, most sex trafficking victims are not kidnapped by strangers There’s no evidence sex traffickers use tactics in viral warnings to target victims Claim that 320,000 migrant children went missing during the Biden administration is misleading The VERIFY team works to separate fact from fiction so that you can understand what is true and false. Please consider subscribing to our daily newsletter , text alerts and our YouTube channel . You can also follow us on Snapchat , Instagram , Facebook and TikTok . Learn More » Follow Us YouTube Snapchat Instagram Facebook TikTok Want something VERIFIED? Text: 202-410-8808

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While coach Craig Berube said the news on injured goalie was good, he is completely comfortable if l gets a run of starts with as the backup. “I thought we got good news on (Stolarz),” Berube said Friday. “(He is) day to day right now. Obviously, he didn’t go on the ice today but we’ll see if he can get out there (Saturday).” Berube has generally expressed optimism about a player’s return. The Leafs have gone through a litany of injuries with “we’ll see tomorrow” being a common refrain as recoveries drag on. Berube expressed optimism Stolarz would be back next week but wouldn’t commit to it. “I do (expect him next week), but he’s got to get on the ice,” the coach said. “It was good news overall. So let’s just leave it at that.” There was also good news for , who is set to return to the lineup after and missing seven games. “I just overstretched on a stride and felt it through my groin,” said McMann, who has had groin issues before. “I just overexerted on something. There’s always that frustration and then you’re hoping that it’s not anything too drastic. You’re waiting for the pain to go away a little bit and then reassess. A bit of frustration, but it wasn’t too bad.” McMann will play on a line with Fraser Minten and Max Domi. He had six goals at the time of his injury and the team’s so-called “secondary scoring” suffered without him. “Another power forward in our lineup,” Berube said. “You look at our left side with (Matthew) Knies, (Max) Pacioretty, Bobby McMann — I love the size and the power forward-type player, up and down the wings, banging bodies, going to the net.” What ails Stolarz remains anyone’s guess. The netminder, who has had a terrific start to his Maple Leafs career with a league-leading .927 save percentage, seemed to favour his right leg after a goal by Anaheim in the first period Thursday night. He finished the period, but gave Woll a signal that something was up, was seen by medical staff during the intermission and didn’t finish the game. Woll will get the start Saturday in Detroit as the Leafs vie for their third win in a row. “He’s played really well for us this year,” Berube said. “I’ve got a lot of faith in him.” Woll, with a .921 save percentage, and Stolarz have provided elite-level goaltending this season. Having allowed 2.55 goals against a game, the Leafs are among the league’s stingiest teams defensively. Hildeby, the rookie who played two games early in the season with Woll injured, will be the backup Saturday and could start Sunday in a rare afternoon game against Buffalo. “If we’ve got to use him, I have confidence in him, for sure,” Berube said. Hildeby didn’t sound as if he had much confidence in himself. His season with the Marlies has been so-so. He has a 2.73 goals-against average and an .897 save percentage and said his rhythm and timing have been off. “It’s been up and down,” Hildeby said. “I’ve got some things to work on. But I’m getting better.” He is not sure whether he’ll see any action with this call-up. “I have no clue. I got a text to be here, I’m here. So I’ve learned not to expect anything, really. Just take advantage of this opportunity.” Forward David Kämpf took part in practice in full for the first time. He said a lower-body injury was bothering him before he took himself out of the lineup. “It was just getting worse,” he said. He has missed nine games ... Forward Ryan Reaves practised as a defenceman with Philippe Myers. Reaves, Myers and Nick Robertson likely will be healthy scratches against Detroit ... Agent Allan Walsh, who represents Max Pacioretty, was spotted at practice.Donald Trump is returning to the world stage. So is his trolling

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She told Harper's Bazaar: "Obviously, [being a child star] shaped me into a very different adult than some of my peers or my friends. It is just a really different childhood to have. For a while, I thought it got in the way of me connecting with people." Just before the new interview, the 'Flowers' hitmaker had done a Chinese medicine quiz, and one of the questions was about whether she felt she could easily form relationships with others. Miley wasn't exactly sure how to answer that but did recall that while she can "drop" her celebrity persona whenever she chooses, it can be difficult for others to perceive her as an ordinary person. She said: "I don't even know how to really answer that because for who I am as a person, yes, I feel like I can connect to people and I feel like I'm a friend to all. But because of how I've grown up, sometimes people make it harder. I can drop my persona really easily, but it's hard for other people to erase that part of you." The Grammy Award-winning star appeared on the hit Disney Channel series alongside her father Billy Ray Cyrus and the success of the sitcom made her a multimillionaire by her mid-teens, but she recalled that it was her mother Tish Cyrus who would often step in to discipline her. She said: "My mom said that I had to get a Nissan or Toyota just like my other siblings. She was never afraid to take my cell phone away. Even when I paid my own cell phone bill! I would always go, like, Mom, that's for kids that don't pay their own cell-phone bill. "And she's like, 'I don't care. You're not getting your phone.'"ABC has made the holiday season a little brighter thanks to The Great Christmas Light Fight . Season 12 is currently underway with more elaborate and unique displays. Even though Carter Oosterhouse has been judging for more than a decade, the longtime judge continues to be impressed. The construction expert and interior designer Taniya Nayak has the difficult task of deciding who out of the four families they visit in each episode takes home $50,000 and the coveted trophy. Here Oosterhouse talks about the show’s longevity and what his residence looks like during the holidays with his wife, actress Amy Smart . It’s amazing how this show has become such an annual holiday tradition for families to watch together. Carter Oosterhouse: The Great Christmas Light Fight is the gift that keeps on giving. The more we are on, the more people come up to me at the airport and reflect on how it’s a tradition for them. They tell me, “We know it’s Christmas time when we see this show come on air.” The family programming this embodies is so sweet and perfect for the holiday season. You have the holiday movies on, which are nostalgic and fun. This is a little bit different, yet gives the same moment for families to gather and have a nice little night at home. Disney/Jim Gensheimer How would you say your judging eye has evolved? That’s a good question. I think sometimes as a judge you don’t even realize how these displays continue to get better. And it’s not just bigger. It’s more than more lights. I always say I can pick the winner right when the lights go on, but that’s not always true because now what I’ve seen is the creativity level has skyrocketed. People are more and more creative than ever before. It’s not just about putting lights on a tree or making sure the balance is correct or the color profile is engaging and interesting. It’s really about creativity. What that means is people are starting to tell stories with their lights. That’s fascinating. In scripted or nonscripted TV, it’s all about telling a story. When you watch something, that is why you keep going back to it. Now these families with these light displays are telling stories. As the viewer, it’s so much more dynamic and interesting to the point you have to scratch your head and say, “I’m blown away. I’m shocked. Just when you think you’ve seen them all, you haven’t.” Technology has also advanced within these displays through computer programming and drones. The technology is there and every year it gets better. Sometimes we do have people who are extremely good with computers and putting light and synchronized lights together, but that’s not always the winner. I don’t want to say it’s usually not the winner, but it seems to me what I have learned is over time I go back to the creative ones. Those are going to be the winners. If they can throw tech in there, even better because it makes it faster, more efficient maybe, and more interesting to some degree. As far as technology goes, every year we’re seeing something different. The light fighters who have been doing it for decades and are at the forefront of this technology, really geek out over that. I do too. I love learning more about it. Then some people who are doing it for the first time knock your socks off because they have no frame of reference. They just want to do something they want to do and in their mind is really cool. I’m always amazed at the dedication of these participants. The light fighters work extremely hard. They are very diligent with what they are doing. The families are in the grind. When September comes around, they are starting to put their lights up and it’s all hands on deck. It’s a lot of work. As a judge too, I want to make sure I applaud them and give them the credit they deserve. It is impressive to see the lengths they go. These guys are beyond the next level. They know the drill. They take the kids to school, go to work, and then come home to start working on their display at all hours of the night. Then they get up the next day and do the same thing. The cool thing is I’d say 99 percent of the people are happy to do this for their community. That’s the best part. On your travels, have there been places you never thought about going but are glad you went? For Trading Spaces , we traveled all over the United States. I think that was the indoctrination of a really crazy travel schedule. I’d say the good thing is I can go back to some of these areas. To your point, I do get to see areas that have lit up these lights or sometimes they are theme parks because we do heavyweights as well. We get into bigger areas that have the capability of dressing it up. Those are eye-opening. I’m in this last round of shooting right now where there are plenty of places I’ve said, “I want to bring my daughter back here.” That’s a sign they’ve done a really good job. You and Taniya are solo judging in these episodes, but do you talk much? We touch base a couple of times during the season and before. It’s funny because it is all very similar for us. There is a progression of what these light fighters are doing. I always feel like I can figure it out if they are going to be a top tier when the lights go on. Lately, I feel as you’ve gotten into it, this is not what I expected at all and even better. That’s fun. Taniya and I have been on the same page with all that. Carter Oosterhouse and Amy Smart at “Common Ground” Screening. (Gregg DeGuire/Variety via Getty Images) Does this being known for this show put pressure on you at home to deliver a good display? Does Amy get you to work? Good question. It used to be my wife saying, “So what are we doing? Why aren’t we having any lights?” I say, “I am the judge of The Great Christmas Light Fight . I feel like I would not do a service and carry out the oath of being a judge and fail miserably putting lights up.” Usually, when I get home it’s a lot closer to Christmas. So, we do the inside. I’ve been trying to bring back things people make as a builder and duplicate them. There are a lot of makers out there. You see this guy who has been working in his workshop, who has this crazy Santa Claus walking up a ladder built on a timing system. I think that’s really cool that I want to go home and do that. So I have dabbled in those. You mentioned you’re filming right now for next year. Do you go back and watch the episodes airing as a family at home? We try to, absolutely, when I’m not shooting for next year. We critique. If my daughter is into it, I feel like I’m doing my job. There are tons of shows she can watch, especially during the holidays. I feel if she is into it, I’m doing alright. What’s your go-to Christmas movies to watch? Do you watch Amy’s movie Just Friends ? I feel sometimes people forget that is a Christmas movie. Just Friends , we do watch that. That is definitely a Christmas movie. We go back to all the nostalgic movies. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation , we run back through all that. Now there are all these shows, too. Like these Christmas baking shows. I feel like those are of interest to us too. I guess we’re finding shows I never thought I would watch and falling into. Also, being on a show this long, we’re so thankful it has been on the air this long and having such a successful run. You go through a rollercoaster of emotions. Right now, we’re doing great. It’s fun. It’s a new interest not just on the show but on Christmas too. It’s all about being loved ones. This experience has really helped me dive deeper into the whole Christmas world and look at it from other angles compared to when I first started on the show. Anything you can tease about the episodes to come? There is one episode that is coming up, and what was really of interest was the coordination. Not just of the lights but things that these blow molds were doing within the light display. We see a lot of coordination from the tech world, but when you can take traditional elements and mix those into a newer feel, that was really impressive. There was this choir of blow molds in the show, and that was so dynamic because you think, “Wait? Are those blow molds singing to me now?” There was a ton of them. Not only was it visually interesting but to hear it was amazing. What do you want to see from the show moving forward? I do like the heavyweights. Those are really fun to shoot because they are on such a different level. It’s also the community is helping out as well. You just have more people involved. I’d like to see more of those to tell you the truth because there seems to be a lot more people, which creates a bigger energy. That’s not to say the homes don’t do that. We only do one of these types of episodes a year, but I’d love to see more of them. The Great Christmas Light Fight , Thursdays, 8/7c, ABC More Headlines:

“If gold rust, what then will iron do? For if a priest be foul in whom we trust, no wonder that a common man should rust.” – Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales. On Sunday, 24 November 2024, I read a Ghana Web reportage carried under the banner headline: “2024 Elections: If your mother is at the funeral, you cannot be denied Tuo Zaafi – Bawumia to Walewale residents.” After reading the news report I became convinced instantly that Mahamudu Bawumia lacked the honesty, high moral character and proven integrity demanded of the high office of the President of Ghana under the 1992 Constitution. My memory sent me to a document I had been privy to as the Special Prosecutor in which the first of Nana Akufo-Addo’s guiding principles which he told to a friend who restated them in a handwritten recollection was as follows: “Ohene sƐ wo foro akoŋwa yi na sƐ wo aŋya sika a, wↄ bƐka sƐ wo yƐ okwasanpa ni”, however, that does NOT mean that ONLY ... [name] and ... [name] alone should make ALL the money ...the money must spread.” I have tried to type out the twi words in twi characters as written in hand using a computer as accurately as I can, which translated in my understanding means that: “ A chief who ascends a stool and does not get rich, would be said to be a foolish old man.” I shall explain how I came by Nana Akufo Addo’s guiding principles in due course. But I was flabbergasted, as I least expected that Dr. Mahamudu Bawunia, the son of my late friend, Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia, a two-time Chairperson of the Council of State under the 1992 Constitution, an honest and leading northern politician who fought tirelessly for the development of the British Protectorate of Northern Territories of the Gold Coast Colony and Ashanti (NT) until the North became part of a unitary Republic of Ghana would be so unlike his father and exhibit the highest degree of moral turpitude and selfishness in public office as a Vice-President wishing to become the next President of Ghana. I was puzzled at how this could happen to Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia’s son years after his demise and burial when the John Agyekum Kufuor government ignored the sad event without any state participation in the burial and funeral rites of such an honourable and distinguished Northerner of impeccable character and integrity. As I pondered upon how this could happen, my bank of knowledge brought to the fore the fact that the trait exhibited by Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia was an adulthood acquisition attributable to socialization through association with persons of a culture that endorses the new philosophy he propounded at the Walewale rally. The answer to the puzzle surfaced when my bank of knowledge rebooted to an incident which occurred in 2018 when I was the Special Prosecutor at the Office of the Special Prosecutor. One morning I was presented, without my asking, through an anti-corruption activist friend of mine with a document with the subject matter: “GUIDING PRINCIPLES???” which was a memorandum addressed in hand to President Nana Akufo Addo recounting a conversation between President Nana Akufo-Addo and a friend of his when he was the Foreign Minister then residing at his East Legon residence on the Ambassadorial Road just next to my late friend, DCOP Mr. J. A . Adams’ residence. I was so alarmed by the content of the document that instead of destroying it after reading it as I was instructed by the sender, I rather sent the document by special delivery to the United Kingdom for safekeeping in case anything untoward befell me as the Special Prosecutor. I had to refresh my memory with the exact words used in stating Nana Akufo-Addo’s guiding principles that rhymed with Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s pronounced “guiding principle” should he become President of Ghana. The reader who has been following my discourse on the 2024 elections and the competence of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the anointed successor of President Akufo-Addo to be the sixth President of Ghana will recollect that I have been doubtful whether the Vice-President and flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) was going to be any different from the governance style and principles of his mentor and promoter the President. Bawumia’s declaration of principle of one’s mother being at the funeral ensuring that one cannot be denied Tuo Zaafi, rhymes with Nana Akufo-Addo’s guiding principles before he became President as contained in the document I received when I was the Special Prosecutor in 2018. I, therefore, propose to set forth what Dr. Bawumia was quoted as having said to the residents of Walewale in his native West Mamprusi Municipal Assembly area alongside the message that was delivered to me in 2018 to put this matter into proper perspective. Ghana Web with source as 3news.com quoted the NPP flagbearer and incumbent Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia as stating that: “We have just two weeks to elect a president for Ghana. Imagine the feeling when they say the President of Ghana is from your home. God has given us a great chance, and that power can be beneficial because, per our constitution, whatever the President says is final. Just imagine that the power is in your own house.” The news report paraphrased Dr. Bawumia as: “Citing a local proverb which means that if one has their own in the right places, what they deserve will not be denied them, the NPP flagbearer urged them to vote for none other than him,” and quoted him in the following words: “That is why we say, if your mother is at the funeral, you cannot be denied TZ (Tuo Zaafi). You will just be enjoying TZ with good soup every day. ... Therefore, we must not joke with this opportunity. God has given us a great gift. God has given us a penalty and chosen a goalkeeper for us to score. John Mahama has been President before, and he can only do four years, but I can do eight years by the grace of God,” President Nana Akufo-Addo’s “GUIDING PRINCIPLES???” I received which was dated 18 April 2018 contained three (3) distinct guiding principles , the first two of which the written recollection of the conversation listed as follows: (i) “.... that on the aircraft from Mali/Niger? to Accra, you told K4 that,..”Sir, wo ayƐ mistake” ...you should NOT have bought the Hotel on your name and should have used a TRUST to acquire it...and the answer was very simple; that K4 did NOT trust anybody (to do just that). ...” (ii) ...” “Ohene sƐ wo foro akoŋwa yi na sƐ wo aŋya sika a, wↄ bƐka sƐ wo yƐ okwasanpa ni”, however, that does NOT mean that ONLY ... [name] and ... [name] alone should make ALL the money ...the money must spread.” I have left out the names of the two persons named as not being the ONLY people alone to “make ALL the money...the money must spread.” I have also left out the third listed principle out of discretion and caution. My intention is not to vilify everybody in the government. I am just stating why in my considered view the electorate should not vote for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to replace Nana Akufo-Addo as President of Ghana on 7 December 2024. When one puts Nana Akufo-Addo’s suggested “GUIDING PRINCIPLES???” alongside his anointed successor, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s guiding principles one cannot escape the conclusion that Dr. Bawumia has internalized a new cultural, economic, political and social process of socialization that forms his present character through association with the President from 2008 when he chose him as his running mate to date. After refreshing my memory with what I read as Nana Akufo-Addo’s guiding principles I could not resist the fact that his government of family, friends and cronies from 7 January 2017 has reflected the principles contained in the document I received as the Special Prosecutor in 2018. Nana Akufo-Addo’s right hand man in actualizing the create, loot and share philosophy he espoused while he was John Agyekum Kufour’s Foreign Minister and throughout his contest to be President and assuming the Presidency has been none other than Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia. Nana Akufo-Addo actualized his guiding principles during his eight-year tenure of office with Bawumia and still wants more of those governing principles to continue by choosing to anoint his Vice-President and poodle as successor through their long game of election rigging for the succession. My responsibility as a constitutional activist is to inform the electorate of the facts to enable them to make an informed choice of the next President of Ghana. When Mahamudu Bawumia as Vice-President saw the opportunity to locate a STEM Senior High School in the northern sector of Ghana he sent it to his late mother’s home village in Kpasenkpe, in his native West Mamprusi Municipal Assembly Area. When there was an opportunity for a public/private partnership to develop the watermelon industry in the northern sector of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia ensured that the factory was sited at Logri within the environs of Walewale in his native West Mamprusi Municipal Assembly Area. The citizens of Ghana living in the North East Region where Dr. Bawumia hails from have had occasion to complain bitterly of discrimination in the distribution of development in that region. In an article headlined “One-Sided Distribution Of Development In the North East Region” published on Modern Ghana one author lamented as follows: “The North East has experienced some massive development over the last 7 years in the sector of Education, Health, Roads, Sports etc. The question is how are these developmental projects fairly distributed among the various vulnerable and deprived Districts?” The author answers the question as follows: Obviously No, because, some districts have been denied and neglect their share of the Regional Developmental Agenda base on some political merits while others had their shares. All the developmental projects have been shifted to one of the Region, some Districts have had tremendous growth and development while others still remains deprived and neglected. This (sic) simply the division of the Region into two, the Mamprugu areas and non Mamprugu areas.” The author then highlighted the inequality in distribution of development projects in the region by writing that: “West Mamprusi Municipal, East Mamprusi Municipal and Mamprugu Moaduri have gained some massive development in all sectors compare to Chereponi, Yunyoo-Nasua and Bunkpurugu-Nakpanduri. Several people have been asking why the three Mamprugu Districts gained much development than the others. The question remain unanswered....” The foregoing rhymes with the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia principles as stated by Bawumia at his hometown of Walewale in the West Mamprusi Municipality: “That is why we say, if your mother is at the funeral, you cannot be denied TZ (Tuo Zaafi). You will just be enjoying TZ with good soup every day.” As acting President of Ghana Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has shown zero competence for the protection of the citizens’ human security as evidenced by his inability to manage on-going conflicts in the country in the absence of the President from Ghana. This contrast very sharply with the character, honour, integrity and selflessness of his late distinguished father. Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia, the father of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, worked with the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC) government from 1988 to 7 January 1993 as Ghana’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. The NDC Government of Jerry John Rawlings appointed him as the first and second Chairperson of the Council of State under the Fourth Republic during the two tenures of that government. I was present as Deputy Attorney General representing the Attorney-General at a Council of State requested meeting to discuss matters affecting the development of Ghana which was convened at the Castle Gardens. Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia took everybody by surprise when, out of the blue, he raised the question of why the former NT which became part of independent Ghana in 1957 still could not boast of one single justice in the Supreme Court of Ghana responsible for adjudicating on cases for the whole country when the 1992 Constitution had enshrined regional balance in appointments to public office. Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia demanded to know whether the government was telling the public that there were no competent lawyers from Northern Ghana qualified to be appointed to the Supreme Court all those years since independence. President Jerry John Rawlings told the assembled gathering that Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia, had made a valid point but he would have wished that the issue had been raised privately and not to the glare of the media with GBC-TV and other TV houses capturing what he had said. Jerry John Rawlings undertook to handle the aberration in the appointments to the Supreme Court which was not representative of the whole country at the time. The first supreme Court justice from Northern Ghana was nominated, opposed by the Ghana Bar Association and the NPP, and appointed to the Court in 1995. Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia after performing his duty to the North as he had done during the colonial era and since independence, never got himself involved in who was nominated from the North to the Supreme Court. I was most humbled by Alhaji Mumuni Bawumia’s integrity and selflessness for equality in Mother Ghana’s non-discriminatory power distribution in appointments to public office as mandated by the 1992 Constitution. I have tried to follow in the footsteps of the honesty, integrity, selflessness and service of our forebearers from the NT which later became Northern Ghana after independence. This contributed to my shock and trauma when I read Dr. Bawumia’s guiding principles. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and his siblings during the lifetime of their father were known NDC sympathizers with Dr. Bawumia’s mother being the women’s organizer for the West Mamprusi Constituency of the NDC. Young Mahamudu after his father had arranged with President Rawlings for him to return home and to be employed at the Bank of Ghana in 2000 became restless in 2004 when the NDC at its delegates congress in Kumasi decided that the next NDC running mate should be a northerner and a Muslim. Mahamudu Bawumia lobbied behind the scenes with Jerry John Rawlings to be nominated, as I was informed by the late President, whilst at the Bank of Ghana but lost out. The choice was for Professor Mills to make and not former President Rawlings. Nana Akufo-Addo had identified and groomed the restless and ambitious Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia whilst he was at the Bank of Ghana and lobbying to become the next Vice Presidential candidate to the NDC and the NPP simultaneously. The established loyalists of the NPP tradition objected to Nana Akufo-Addo’s proposal to make Dr. Bawumia his running mate for the 2008 elections but lost the contest once Nana Akufo-Addo won the presidential primaries to represent the NPP in those elections. The process of grooming, cloning, and the socialization of Dr. Bawumia as Nana Akufo-Addo’s poodle began leading to the sharing of the similar governance principles Bawumia espoused at the Walewale rally. Nana Akufo-Addo has so succeeded in grooming Dr. Bawumia in his own character and image that he can rest assured that when Dr. Bawumia succeeds him as President the fruits of “Ohene sƐ wo foro akoŋwa yi na sƐ wo aŋya sika a, wↄ bƐka sƐ wo yƐ okwasanpa ni”, however, that does NOT mean that ONLY ... [name] and ... [name] alone should make ALL the money ...the money must spread” will be protected from auditing for his family, friends and cronies under his regime to sleep in peace. The choice that faces the electorate on 7 December 2024 is, therefore, to vote Mahamudu Bawumia as Nana Akufo-Addo’s anointed successor and continue suffering under the create loot and share principle they both hold in common or vote for change to enable probity and accountability as demanded by the Constitution to prevail. I cannot as a person born in the then NT recommend Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as a person with the trait of honesty, integrity and selfless service exhibited by our forebearers from the NT to the Republic of Ghana to be elected on 7 December 2024 as President symbolizing a representation of northerners on an NPP ticket for Ghana. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is not only an opportunist and pretender, he has lost track of the high moral character associated with his own biological family and the forebearers of Northern Ghana. The Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia principle of “That is why we say, if your mother is at the funeral, you cannot be denied TZ (Tuo Zaafi). You will just be enjoying TZ with good soup every day” is inconsistent with and contravenes the Presidential Oath which Mahamudu Bawumia took as Vice-President which from his own Walewale confession he will abuse again should the electorate vote for him on 7 December 2024. Ghana needs a President from one of the two dominant political parties who can audit the economic mess the Nana Akufo-Addo/Bawumia inept government is going to leave behind. I have demonstrated hereinbefore that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is a clone and poodle of the incumbent President and is incapable of doing such an audit. With Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, it is the same old wine in a new bottle! We may as well put lipstick on a pig, as the saying goes. John Dramani Mahama is not a saint, but he is nobody’s poodle. He has the experience as a former President to audit the mess the Nana Akufo-Addo/ Bawumia government will leave behind. I have had problems with John Dramani Mahama in the past which are documented on my website. The constitutional situation on our hands, however, demands pragmatism to ensure probity and accountability after an eight year tenure of government. We need a candidate who can command a sizeable parliamentary representation to actualize an audit of the previous government. John Dramani Mahama whose audit Nana Akufo-Addo fears ought to be the best bet for the integrity of the 1992 Constitution in our present circumstances. The 1992 Constitution does not enshrine dynasty or inheritance by cronyism, that is why the electorate should aim for a change in government on 7 December 2024 to defend and preserve the Constitution of our Fourth Republic. Ghana must always come first! Martin A. B. K. Amidu 3 December 20245G Testing Equipment Market to Expand by USD 605.76 Million (2024-2028), Driven by Growing Network Demand and AI-Powered Market Transformation - Technavio

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The cause of the crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243 on Christmas Day near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan, is still unknown. As of Friday, flight recorders have been recovered from the scene and the investigation continues. But early indications may point to a possible cause: A US official told CNN a Russian anti-aircraft system may have downed the passenger jet. And that version of events – first floated by unnamed sources in Azerbaijan, then openly by an Azerbaijani lawmaker , Rasim Musabeyov – appears to be gaining traction, at least in international media. The official picture in Russia is somewhat different. At midday Friday, the lead news item on the tragedy on Russian state television channel Rossiya-24 noted that representatives of the aircraft manufacturer Embraer were expected to arrive in Kazakhstan, but made no mention of the possibility that the aircraft had been shot down. And Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has been tight-lipped about the disaster, in which at least 38 people died. Asked in a conference call with reporters Friday to comment on the calls by Musabeyov for a Russian apology, Peskov said: “This aviation incident is under investigation and until the conclusions are made as a result of the investigation, we do not consider ourselves entitled to give any assessments and will not do so. “At the same time, we have our aviation authorities who can do this and information can only come from them. We do not consider ourselves entitled to comment on this.” Peskov’s messaging may set the tone for Russian media, but apparent evidence of a shoot-down – video footage shows perforations in the plane’s body that look similar to damage from shrapnel or debris – presents a public-relations dilemma for the Kremlin. According to preliminary data, citizens of Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan were on board; several international carriers have now suspended flights to Russian cities. The original destination of the aircraft – the Russian republic of Chechnya, run by loyal, pro-Kremlin warlord Ramzan Kadyrov – makes the situation even more delicate for the Russian government. In a thread on X , Russian political observer Alexander Baunov noted the vague initial Russian coverage of the crash and wondered if the Kremlin would eventually take responsibility, or not. “Will Moscow obfuscate, deny, throw out conflicting narratives, and coerce Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan into a shared lie, leveraging its military, economic and diplomatic might?” he asked, suggesting the incident showed “shades of how Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was handled.” For those who may not recall, the downing of the MH17 in 2014 over Ukraine by a Russian surface-to-air missile became a master class in Russian spin and disinformation. The crash, which claimed the lives of 298 people, was followed by a blizzard of false and misleading information from Russia. The accounts that circulated in Russian media were confusing, contradictory and sometimes downright bizarre: The Ukrainians shot the plane down; Russian President Vladimir Putin’s plane was the actual target; or even that the plane had been packed with corpses. But the effect was the same, regardless of the story. The disinformation around MH17 created confusion, distraction and noise that diverted some attention away from the real cause, a Russian missile. A Dutch court eventually concluded that MH17 was shot down by a Russian Buk surface-to-air missile launched from territory held by pro-Russian separatists under the control of Moscow, and two Russians and a separatist Ukrainian were found guilty in absentia of mass murder for their involvement. That verdict took years to reach, and the investigation into the crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines flight has only just begun. It remains to be seen if that investigation, too, will be obscured by the fog of disinformation.Assistant Secretary Loyce Pace

By JOSH BOAK WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Tuesday he was “stupid” not to put his own name on pandemic relief checks in 2021, noting that Donald Trump had done so in 2020 and likely got credit for helping people out through this simple, effective act of branding. Biden did the second-guessing as he delivered a speech at the Brookings Institution defending his economic record and challenging Trump to preserve Democratic policy ideas when he returns to the White House next month. Related Articles National Politics | Trump names Andrew Ferguson as head of Federal Trade Commission to replace Lina Khan National Politics | Biden issues veto threat on bill expanding federal judiciary as partisan split emerges National Politics | Trump lawyers and aide hit with 10 additional felony charges in Wisconsin over 2020 fake electors National Politics | After withdrawing as attorney general nominee, Matt Gaetz lands a talk show on OANN television National Politics | What will happen to Social Security under Trump’s tax plan? As Biden focused on his legacy with his term ending, he suggested Trump should keep the Democrats’ momentum going and ignore the policies of his allies. The president laid out favorable recent economic data but acknowledged his rare public regret that he had not been more self-promotional in advertising the financial support provided by his administration as the country emerged from the pandemic. “I signed the American Rescue Plan, the most significant economic recovery package in our history, and also learned something from Donald Trump,” Biden said at the Washington-based think tank. “He signed checks for people for 7,400 bucks ... and I didn’t. Stupid.” The decision by the former reality TV star and real estate developer to add his name to the checks sent by the U.S. Treasury to millions of Americans struggling during the coronavirus marked the first time a president’s name appeared on any IRS payments. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris , who replaced him as the Democratic nominee , largely failed to convince the American public of the strength of the economy. The addition of 16 million jobs, funding for infrastructure, new factories and investments in renewable energy were not enough to overcome public exhaustion over inflation, which spiked in 2022 and left many households coping with elevated grocery, gasoline and housing costs. More than 6 in 10 voters in November’s election described the economy as “poor” or “not so good,” according to AP VoteCast, an extensive survey of the electorate. Trump won nearly 7 in 10 of the voters who felt the economy was in bad shape, paving the way for a second term as president after his 2020 loss to Biden. Biden used his speech to argue that Trump was inheriting a strong economy that is the envy of the world. The inflation rate fell without a recession that many economists had viewed as inevitable, while the unemployment rate is a healthy 4.2% and applications to start new businesses are at record levels. Biden called the numbers under his watch “a new set of benchmarks to measure against the next four years.” “President-elect Trump is receiving the strongest economy in modern history,” said Biden, who warned that Trump’s planned tax cuts could lead to massive deficits or deep spending cuts. He also said that Trump’s promise of broad tariffs on foreign imports would be a mistake, part of a broader push Tuesday by the administration to warn against Trump’s threatened action. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen also issued a word of caution about them at a summit of The Wall Street Journal’s CEO Council. “I think the imposition of broad based tariffs, at least of the type that have been discussed, almost all economists agree this would raise prices on American consumers,” she said. Biden was also critical of Trump allies who have pushed Project 2025 , a policy blueprint from the Heritage Foundation that calls for a complete overhaul of the federal government. Trump has disavowed participation in it, though parts were written by his allies and overlap with his stated views on economics, immigration, education policy and civil rights. “I pray to God the president-elect throws away Project 2025,” Biden said. “I think it would be an economic disaster.” Associated Press writer Fatima Hussein in Washington contributed to this report.

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Jennifer Lopez was star struck on Friday night when she bumped into iconic actor Kevin Costner , who joined her for drinks in Aspen . The pair appeared in high spirits inside the Kemo Sabe bar in Aspen, Colorado, where they mingled with friends at the iconic spot. Jennifer rocked a black turtleneck sweater for the occasion and wore her brown locks in a sleek bun. Jennifer Lopez delivers a masterclass in snow bunny style Jennifer Lopez shares photos of first Christmas since Ben Affleck split featuring teen twin Emme Kevin Costner breaks his silence on 'worst ever' Yellowstone finale and Luke Grimes feud Kevin , who starred as the hit show's patriarch until its final season, looked cozy in a black coat and beige scarf to ward off the winter chill. The 55-year-old actress is a Yellowstone superfan, according to her ex-husband, Ben Affleck , whom she split from in August. "I'm kind of disturbed that my wife really likes Yellowstone," Ben joked on The Bill Simmons Podcast in 2023. "Part of me thinks that she's really drawn to the romance between Cole Hauser and [Kelly Reilly]." "Jen showed me a clip of her off of Instagram, the monologue she has with the kid in the car about the ways to become rich," he continued. "And then she was like, 'I love this story of these two.'" The outing comes just days after the "Jenny From the Block" singer spent her first Christmas without Ben since their divorce. Jennifer seemed in good spirits despite the split, spending the festive season with her 16-year-old Emme , whom she shares with her ex-husband Marc Anthony , as well as her sister Lydia, and niece Lucie. The Hustlers star posted a slew of snaps on her Instagram of the sweet family getaway, including one of her warming up with a hot drink alongside Emme and Lucie, a snap of the children opening presents on Christmas morning, and a selfie with her sister. For Kevin, this marks the second Christmas post-divorce from his wife of 18 years, Christine Baumgartner. The Dances with Wolves actor did not appear in the latter half of Yellowstone's final season , to the shock of fans worldwide. He announced his departure via social media in June, writing: "After this long year-and-a-half of working on Horizon and doing all the things that that's required — and thinking about Yellowstone , that beloved series that I love, that I know you love — I just realized that I'm not going to be able to continue Season 5B or into the future." "It was something that really changed me. I loved it, and I know you loved it," he continued. "I just wanted to let you know that I won't be returning. I love the relationships that I've been able to develop. And I'll see you at the movies." When asked by the Daily Mail what he thought of the ending, he simply replied: "'I'm not thinking about [the Yellowstone finale]; I don't think I've given it any thoughts. We'll just let it go." While fans were left shocked by Kevin's character's death, his co-star Luke Grimes revealed that it was not a sudden decision to kill him off. "It was always the plan for him to have to go away for the story to really ramp up, and that was the story, " he told People . "You lose a patriarch of the family. Can the kids do it on their own?" The show's finale brought in over 11.4 million viewers, according to Paramount, making it the most-watched episode of the series.

SGST uncovers Rs 1.93cr tax evasion‘Not once did I suspect...’: Nicole Saphier defends Pete Hegseth (Picture credit: X/@NBSaphierMD) Dr Nicole Saphier, a prominent Fox News contributor, has strongly defended her colleague Pete Hegseth following an NBC News report alleging concerns about his on-air conduct. Saphier, known for her regular appearances on ‘Fox & Friends’, dismissed the claims on social media, saying she has never witnessed any unprofessional behaviour from Hegseth during their years of working together. Taking to platform X, formerly Twitter, Saphier wrote: "I have routinely sat on the couch with @PeteHegseth for 8 years. Not once did I suspect he had consumed anything other than an egg sandwich and coffee before going on air." Her statement follows NBC News's report citing "10 current and former Fox employees" who alleged smelling alcohol on Hegseth before broadcasts, a claim Saphier, along with other Fox personalities, has categorically denied. Will Cain, a current cohost of Fox & Friends, described the allegations as "horses***" on X, while fellow cohost Rachel Campos-Duffy echoed similar sentiments, criticising NBC for relying on anonymous sources and not reaching out to Hegseth's closest colleagues. Campos-Duffy stated, "The losers at NBC News never reached out to me either... You now have 2 people who sat next to him 8+ hours a week on the record." Other Fox News contributors have also rallied behind Hegseth. Guy Benson, Joey Jones, and Lisa Boothe all dismissed the claims as baseless, with Boothe calling the report a "malicious smear." Piers Morgan, a frequent guest on Fox & Friends, also lent his voice in support, describing Hegseth as "utterly professional on camera and a nice, respectful guy off it." The controversy has surfaced at a pivotal moment for Hegseth, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the next US Secretary of Defense. A Trump transition spokesperson categorically denied the allegations, describing them as "disgusting" and politically motivated attacks against a "decorated combat veteran." As the controversies around Pete Hegseth continue to mount, Trump is reportedly considering replacing Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as his pick for secretary of defence, reported the Wall Street Journal.superph online casino 。

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Segall Bryant & Hamill LLC purchased a new stake in CVS Health Co. ( NYSE:CVS – Free Report ) in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm purchased 29,372 shares of the pharmacy operator’s stock, valued at approximately $1,847,000. Other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. West Family Investments Inc. lifted its holdings in CVS Health by 13.6% in the third quarter. West Family Investments Inc. now owns 24,992 shares of the pharmacy operator’s stock valued at $1,571,000 after acquiring an additional 2,986 shares during the period. Second Half Financial Partners LLC acquired a new stake in shares of CVS Health in the third quarter valued at about $359,000. B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. Holding AG acquired a new position in CVS Health during the third quarter worth about $3,888,000. Banque Cantonale Vaudoise increased its holdings in CVS Health by 1.7% in the third quarter. Banque Cantonale Vaudoise now owns 36,545 shares of the pharmacy operator’s stock valued at $2,298,000 after buying an additional 602 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Prospera Financial Services Inc lifted its position in shares of CVS Health by 5.8% during the 3rd quarter. Prospera Financial Services Inc now owns 34,555 shares of the pharmacy operator’s stock valued at $2,174,000 after acquiring an additional 1,908 shares during the period. 80.66% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. CVS Health Stock Up 1.6 % CVS opened at $58.01 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $73.00 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 14.72, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.96 and a beta of 0.55. CVS Health Co. has a 12 month low of $52.71 and a 12 month high of $83.25. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.80, a current ratio of 0.80 and a quick ratio of 0.59. The business has a 50-day moving average of $59.21 and a two-hundred day moving average of $58.61. CVS Health Dividend Announcement The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, November 1st. Shareholders of record on Monday, October 21st were given a dividend of $0.665 per share. This represents a $2.66 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.59%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, October 21st. CVS Health’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 67.51%. Analyst Ratings Changes Several equities analysts recently issued reports on the company. UBS Group lifted their price objective on CVS Health from $60.00 to $62.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, November 7th. Cantor Fitzgerald reaffirmed a “neutral” rating and set a $62.00 price target on shares of CVS Health in a research note on Tuesday, October 1st. Barclays lowered their price objective on shares of CVS Health from $75.00 to $71.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, November 7th. StockNews.com downgraded shares of CVS Health from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a report on Thursday, November 14th. Finally, Royal Bank of Canada dropped their price objective on shares of CVS Health from $68.00 to $58.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, November 15th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have given a hold rating and thirteen have assigned a buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $72.28. Read Our Latest Research Report on CVS Health About CVS Health ( Free Report ) CVS Health Corporation provides health solutions in the United States. It operates through Health Care Benefits, Health Services, and Pharmacy & Consumer Wellness segments. The Health Care Benefits segment offers traditional, voluntary, and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services. Read More Want to see what other hedge funds are holding CVS? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for CVS Health Co. ( NYSE:CVS – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for CVS Health Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for CVS Health and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

Jannik Sinner's 2024: 2 Slam Grand titles, a doping case and a Davis Cup title for ItalySouth Korea stocks fall after downbeat industrial data, worsening political turmoil and Jeju Air crashWASHINGTON — A top White House official said Wednesday at least eight U.S. telecom firms and dozens of nations were impacted by a Chinese hacking campaign. Deputy national security adviser Anne Neuberger offered new details about the breadth of the sprawling Chinese hacking campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Americans. FILE - The American and Chinese flags wave at Genting Snow Park ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics, in Zhangjiakou, China, on Feb. 2, 2022. A top White House official on Wednesday said at least eight U.S. telecom firms and dozens of nations have been impacted by a Chinese hacking campaign. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File) Neuberger divulged the scope of the hack a day after the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued guidance intended to help root out the hackers and prevent similar cyberespionage in the future. White House officials cautioned that the number of telecommunication firms and countries impacted could grow. The U.S. believes the hackers were able to gain access to communications of senior U.S. government officials and prominent political figures through the hack, Neuberger said. “We don’t believe any classified communications has been compromised,” Neuberger added during a call with reporters. She added that Biden was briefed on the findings and the White House “made it a priority for the federal government to do everything it can to get to the bottom this.” US officials recommend encrypted messaging apps amid "Salt Typhoon" cyberattack, attributed to China, targeting AT&T, Verizon, and others. The Chinese embassy in Washington rejected the accusations that it was responsible for the hack Tuesday after the U.S. federal authorities issued new guidance. “The U.S. needs to stop its own cyberattacks against other countries and refrain from using cyber security to smear and slander China,” embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu said. The embassy did not immediately respond to messages Wednesday. White House officials believe the hacking was regionally targeted and the focus was on very senior government officials. Federal authorities confirmed in October that hackers linked to China targeted the phones of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, along with people associated with Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris. The number of countries impacted by the hack is currently believed to be in the “low, couple dozen,” according to a senior administration official. The official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity under rules set by the White House, said they believed the hacks started at least a year or two ago. The suggestions for telecom companies released Tuesday are largely technical in nature, urging encryption, centralization and consistent monitoring to deter cyber intrusions. If implemented, the security precautions could help disrupt the operation, dubbed Salt Typhoon, and make it harder for China or any other nation to mount a similar attack in the future, experts say. Trump's pick to head the Federal Bureau of Investigation Kash Patel was allegedly the target of cyberattack attempt by Iranian-backed hackers. Neuberger pointed to efforts made to beef up cybersecurity in the rail, aviation, energy and other sectors following the May 2021 ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline . “So, to prevent ongoing Salt Typhoon type intrusions by China, we believe we need to apply a similar minimum cybersecurity practice,” Neuberger said. The cyberattack by a gang of criminal hackers on the critical U.S. pipeline, which delivers about 45% of the fuel used along the Eastern Seaboard, sent ripple effects across the economy, highlighting cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the nation’s aging energy infrastructure. Colonial confirmed it paid $4.4 million to the gang of hackers who broke into its computer systems as it scrambled to get the nation's fuel pipeline back online. Picture this: You're on vacation in a city abroad, exploring museums, tasting the local cuisine, and people-watching at cafés. Everything is going perfectly until you get a series of alerts on your phone. Someone is making fraudulent charges using your credit card, sending you into a panic. How could this have happened? Cyberattacks targeting travelers are nothing new. But as travel has increased in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, so has the volume of hackers and cybercriminals preying upon tourists. Financial fraud is the most common form of cybercrime experienced by travelers, but surveillance via public Wi-Fi networks, social media hacking, and phishing scams are also common, according to a survey by ExpressVPN . Spokeo consulted cybersecurity sources and travel guides to determine some of the best ways to protect your phone while traveling, from using a VPN to managing secure passwords. Online attacks are not the only type of crime impacting travelers—physical theft of phones is also a threat. Phones have become such invaluable travel aids, housing our navigation tools, digital wallets, itineraries, and contacts, that having your phone stolen, lost, or compromised while abroad can be devastating. Meanwhile, traveling can make people uniquely vulnerable to both cyber and physical attacks due to common pitfalls like oversharing on social media and letting your guard down when it comes to taking risks online. Luckily, there are numerous precautions travelers can take to safeguard against cyberattacks and phone theft. Hackers can—and do—target public Wi-Fi networks at cafés and hotels to gain access to your personal information or install malware onto your device, particularly on unsecured networks. Travelers are especially vulnerable to these types of cybersecurity breaches because they are often more reliant on public Wi-Fi than they would be in their home countries where they have more robust phone plans. This reliance on public, unsecured networks means travelers are more likely to use those networks to perform sensitive tasks like financial transfers, meaning hackers can easily gain access to banking information or other passwords. One easy way to safeguard yourself against these breaches is to use a virtual private network, or VPN, while traveling. VPNs are apps that encrypt your data and hide your location, preventing hackers from accessing personal information. An added bonus is that VPNs allow you to access websites that may be blocked or unavailable in the country you are visiting. To use a VPN, simply download a VPN app on your phone or computer, create an account, choose a server, and connect. Pickpockets, scammers, and flagrant, snatch-your-phone-right-out-of-your-hand thieves can be found pretty much everywhere. In London, for instance, a staggering 91,000 phones were reported stolen to police in 2022 , breaking down to an average of 248 per day, according to the BBC. Whether you're visiting a crowded tourist attraction or just want peace of mind, travel experts advise taking precautions to make sure your phone isn't physically stolen or compromised while traveling. There are several antitheft options to choose from. If you want a bag that will protect your phone from theft, experts recommend looking for features like slash-resistant fabric, reinforced shoulder straps, hidden zippers that can be locked, and secure attachment points, like a cross-body strap or a sturdy clip. For tethers, look for those made of tear-resistant material with a reinforced clip or ring. If your phone falls into the wrong hands, there's a good chance you won't be getting it back. Out of those 91,000 phones stolen in London in 2022, only 1,915 (or about 2%) were recovered. The good news is that you can take precautions to make the loss of your phone less devastating by backing up your data before you travel. With backed-up data, you can acquire a new device and still access your photos, contacts, messages, and passwords. Moreover, if you have "Find My Device" or "Find My Phone" enabled, you can remotely wipe your stolen phone's data so the thief cannot access it. It's safest to back up your data to a hard drive and not just the cloud. That way, if you have to wipe your device, you don't accidentally erase the backup, too. In order for the previous tip on this list to work, "Find My Phone" must be turned on in advance, but remotely wiping your device isn't the only thing this feature allows you to do. The "Find My Phone" feature enables you to track your device, as long as it's turned on and not in airplane mode. This is particularly helpful if you misplaced your phone or left it somewhere since it can help you retrace your steps. While this feature won't show you the live location of a phone that has been turned off, it will show the phone's last known location. With "Find My Phone," you can also remotely lock your phone or enable "Lost Mode," which locks down the phone, suspends any in-phone payment methods, and displays contact information for returning the phone to you. If your phone was stolen, experts caution against taking matters into your own hands by chasing down the thief, since this could land you in a potentially dangerous situation and is unlikely to result in getting your phone back. Strong passwords for important accounts help protect your information while you travel, but it's just a first step. The National Cybersecurity Alliance recommends creating long, unique, and complex passwords for every account and combining them with multifactor authentication to create maximum barriers to entry. If you're worried about remembering these passwords, password managers can be a vital tool for both creating and storing strong passwords. Password managers are apps that act as secure vaults for all your passwords. Some even come with a feature that allows you to temporarily delete sensitive passwords before you travel and then easily restore them once you return. Story editing by Mia Nakaji Monnier. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Tim Bruns. Photo selection by Lacy Kerrick. This story originally appeared on Spokeo and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly.Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner were spotted enjoying themselves at Jeff Bezos ’ holiday party at a high-end sushi restaurant in Colorado, on Saturday. The power couple appeared smiling and holding hands in photos, published by Page Six, that showed them departing the gathering at Matsuhisa’s location in Aspen. Their invite came after Bezos traveled to Mar-a-Lago earlier this month to bend the knee to her father, President-elect Donald Trump. Saturday’s event appeared to serve as a date night for Trump’s eldest daughter and his former adviser after they attended his Mar-a-Lago Christmas gala earlier this week alongside their three kids. The pair kept it casual for the gathering—Kushner wore a dark-teal button-down and black slacks, while Trump donned a brown suede dress, a tan leather jacket, and a pair of high-heel boots. Page Six reported that actor Kevin Costner also made an appearance at the party after being spotted earlier with Jennifer Lopez at a different nearby spot, although she was not at the Amazon founder’s event. Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sanchez shot down rumors last week that they had married in the same resort town where the gathering was held. Mufasa: The Lion King and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 continue to bolster the box office’s holiday performance, with both films raking in over $60 million this week. After an initial disappointing opening weekend, Disney’s prequel to its beloved tale bounced back over the Christmas stretch, bringing in a domestic total of around $63.8 million since Wednesday. Meanwhile, Sonic 3 trailed slightly behind with an estimated gross of $60.4 million since Christmas. As both films continue to perform well domestically and overseas, other new releases like Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu also found surprising wins at the holiday box office—with the vampire flick posting $40.3 million during its five-day opening. Elsewhere, the Bob Dylan biopic starring Timothée Chalamet, A Complete Unknown , is also on course to gross $23.3 million over the five-day Christmas stretch, while Nicole Kidman’s raunchy erotica for A24, Babygirl , reported a $7 million five-day opening. Wicked also continues to defy gravity, posting a global gross of $634.4 million and surpassing Mamma Mia! as the highest-grossing stage musical adaptation of all time. Scouted selects products independently. If you purchase something from our posts, we may earn a small commission. Boxing Week sales are still in full swing, folks! 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Kieran Culkin once got Mark Ruffalo high while on the job after switching out a prop joint with the real thing. In a profile with The Guardian published Saturday, Culkin recalled the prank his 17-year-old self concocted while starring alongside Ruffalo in an off-Broadway play in 2000, and explained that he “just watched” as Ruffalo took a draw of the “fake” joint before passing it to his co-stars on stage. “I’m like, ‘I thought this was a good prank. I’m stupid. Oh my God, I’m so sorry.’ But actually, they loved it,” Culkin remembered. “Mark says, ‘I haven’t smoked pot in 10 years; the second half’s going to be so much fun.’ There was this other actor who had never smoked pot in her life. She goes, ‘Is this what being high is? This is lovely.’ And then Phyllis Newman comes in and goes, ‘I haven’t smoked pot since the 1960s. Thank you, darling.’” The Succession star proceeded to express that he was “17 and stupid” and added, “I’m 42 now. I know better. I’m not going to try to get anyone high on stage.” Two Sasquatch hunters were found dead after they went missing while searching for the mythical beast on Christmas Eve . The men, aged 37 and 59, were found after a 60-strong volunteer search and rescue team joined authorities in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Washington State . They had intended to be home for Christmas Day, but a family member reported them missing to Skamania County authorities after they didn’t return by the morning. Police said the harsh weather conditions and their ill-preparedness for the forest contributed to the men’s deaths. Seven law enforcement agencies and the Coast Guard used canines, drones, ground teams and helicopters to locate them. “Their exhaustive search efforts resulted in bringing family members home to their loved ones,” the sheriff’s office said of the search teams. The force extended their “deepest sympathies and condolences to the families” involved. 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Several of the loved ones shared their favorite memories of the 16-year-old, and a choir sang in tribute. Fans expressed their appreciation for the service and their condolences in the comment section. “Wonderful celebration of Hudson’s life,” wrote user @melindaeubankswest, while @jeanniecmom added, “Praying for Hudson’s family at this difficult time. Fellow teen actor Grace Culwell shared in the comments that she was in attendance, writing: ”Such a beautiful service & so glad we were able to be there. Sending so much love & prayers to you all.” Meek died on Dec. 21 in from injuries sustained during a fall from a moving car on Dec. 19 in his hometown, Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Meek was known best for appearing in the 2017 crime movie Baby Driver alongside Ansel Elgort, Jon Hamm and Jamie Foxx. A post shared by Hudson Meek (@hudsonmeek) Andy Cohen’s biggest gripe with CNN star and New Year’s Eve partner-in-crime Anderson Cooper? Cooper’s annual giggle fit. Cohen explained to People why the anchor’s unceasing laughter adds extra chaos throughout their annual special. “Well, [it’s] that I have to be the straight guy,” Cohen said. “Literally, he’s in a puddle of giggles for the last 90 minutes of the broadcast, and I’m the one that’s hitting all the commercial breaks.” Cohen said he turns “into Mr. CNN for the last 90 minutes” while Cooper becomes “Mr. Bravo.” “It’s a very funny role reversal,” the Bravo star said. The longtime friends have hosted the CNN event together since 2017 after former co-host Kathy Griffin was booted in the wake of backlash for posing with a mask depicting the severed head of Donald Trump. Cohen and Cooper have found themselves in various antics since then— some alcoholic , some not —leading to Cooper’s own frustrations with the Bravo host. Cooper joked on Cohen’s Watch What Happens Live earlier this month that he constantly worries about “who [Cohen’s] gonna insult and what the clean up on aisle 3 is gonna be in the morning.” Billionaire businessman Charles Dolan, who founded HBO and Cablevision and whose family owns Madison Square Garden and a number of New York City sports teams, died on Saturday—he was 98. Dolan created Cablevision Systems Corporation in 1973, merging several small Long Island cable TV systems, according to the New York Times . At the time, the company served just 1,500 customers. But when he sold it for $17.7 billion in 2015, it supplied cable TV to over three million households in the New York metropolitan area, the Times reported. He also launched HBO in the early ’70s—it was at the time a pioneering cable TV channel that offered feature-length movies with no commercials. After his death, Dolan’s family will continue to be a powerful and influential force in the worlds of media and sports. His son Patrick is the owner of Newsday , the Long Island-based newspaper he and Charles bought in 2016. The family also owns MSG in New York City and the professional sports teams that play there, the NHL’s Rangers and the NBA’s Knicks. All three entities are led by Dolan’s son James. Tina Knowles sprang to her daughter Beyoncé’s defense after online trolls criticized her NFL halftime show performance on Christmas Day. Knowles clapped back at critics by reposting a message about her famous daughter on her Instagram on Friday. In the screenshot, user @iamkrisiman praised Beyoncé and wrote that “no matter how undeniably talented you are, people will always, ALWAYS, always have some negative ish to say.” Knowles cosigned the post in a lengthy caption. “It is mind-boggling to me that you would take your precious Christmas day and watch a performance of someone you hate and you don’t think has talent so that you can go talk ish about it later,” she wrote. “Obviously you are so obsessed with them, addicted to them, and secretly admire them,” she added. According to the New York Post, Knowles’ post came after some social media users called Beyoncé “overrated.” Fans and celebrities in the comments of Knowles’ response seemed to love her mama bear energy. “Period!!! Ms. T,” singer LeToya Luckett wrote. “All. Of. This!!!!!!” Oscar winner Octavia Spencer added. A post shared by Tina Knowles (@mstinaknowles) Scouted selects products independently. 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Its rich, coffee-forward taste is a crowd-pleaser, and the sleek bottle design adds a touch of elegance to any bar cart. Making an espresso martini is simple. Combine Mr Black , vodka, and freshly brewed espresso in a shaker. Add ice and shake vigorously until cold. Then, strain the mixture into a martini glass and finish with three coffee beans as a garnish. Skip the champagne toast this year and ensure you stay awake for the countdown to 2025 with a Mr Black espresso martini. Elon Musk appeared to borrow a line from the 2008 film Tropic Thunder in an ongoing social media fight about H1B visas. Musk hit back against MAGA’s top players in a series of X posts, alleging that H1B visas are the reason why he, “and hundreds of other companies that made America strong,” are in the country. To a skeptical X user, Musk blasted: “Take a big step back and F--- YOURSELF in the face. I will go to war on this issue the likes of which you cannot possibly comprehend.” Although some were shocked by Musk’s sudden escalation—with former Trump strategist Steve Bannon calling him a “toddler”—others noticed that the disparaging remark was similar to a line in Tropic Thunder . Character Les Grossman, played by Tom Cruise, says in the film: “First, take a big step back, and literally, F--- YOUR OWN FACE ... I don’t know what kind of pan-pacific bulls--t power play you’re trying to pull here, but Asia, Jack, is my territory. So whatever you’re thinking, you’d better think again.” In response to Musk’s comment, the X user tweeted, “Bro was just memeing. I wouldn’t take it too seriously.” Nothing beats the classics pic.twitter.com/MRSdXifhH5 Charles Shyer, the writer-director best known for directing the 1991 Steve Martin comedy Father of the Bride has died at 83. According to Deadline, Shyer died Friday and no cause of death was given by his family in a statement. “His loss leaves an unfillable hole in our lives, but his legacy lives on through his children and the five decades of wonderful work he’s left behind. We honor the extraordinary life he led and know there will never be another quite like him,” his family told the outlet. In addition to directing, Shyer gained notoriety for his screenwriting and nabbed an Oscar nomination in 1981 for co-writing the Goldie Hawn-led military comedy Private Benjamin alongside Harvey Miller, and fellow writer-director Nancy Meyers. Meyers and Shyer married in 1980 before calling it quits in 1999. They share two daughters. Other notable films co-written by Shyer include Jumpin’ Jack Flash , The Parent Trap , and Baby Boom , which he also directed. His most recent credit behind the camera was co-writing and directing the 2023 Netflix Holiday film Best. Christmas. Ever.

Latrell’s $1m payback bid; big heat on four coaches: Who’s most under pressure at every NRL clubLANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left after Washington’s Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin connected on an 86-yard touchdown, Dallas’ Juanyeh Thomas returned the ensuing onside kick attempt for a touchdown, and the Cowboys pulled out a 34-26 victory Sunday that extended the Commanders’ skid to three games. Seibert, who missed the previous two games with a right hip injury, was wide left on the point-after attempt following a low snap. Thomas then took the kick back 43 yards as the Cowboys (4-7) ended their losing streak at five in improbable fashion. Part of that was the play of backup Cooper Rush, who threw for 247 yards and two TDs in his third start in place of starter Dak Prescott. Part was also the defense forcing two turnovers, as Chauncey Golston ripped the ball out of Brian Robinson Jr.’s hands for what was called an interception of Daniels in the second quarter, and Donovan Wilson stripped John Bates midway through the fourth. KaVonte Turpin provided the fireworks with a spinning, 99-yard kickoff return TD seconds after Daniels found Zach Ertz in the end zone and scored on a 2-point conversion to cut the deficit to three with 3:02 left. In the final three minutes alone, the Commanders (7-5) scored 10 points and allowed Thomas' TD. All that after the score was 10-9 through three quarters before madness ensued. Washington's playoff hopes that looked solid not long ago are now in serious jeopardy after losing to Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Dallas. Before the scoring outburst late, much of this defeat had to do with Daniels and the offense not being able to find any kind of a rhythm. The Cowboys did, despite playing without their two best offensive linemen, top cornerback and starting tight end. Rush's 6-yard pass to Jalen Tolbert was Dallas' first third-quarter TD of the season, and his 22-yarder to Luke Schoonmaker came after Wilson's forced fumble. Daniels finished 25 of 38 for 274 yards, including his second interception of the game on a failed Hail Mary as the clock expired. Rico Dowdle ran 19 times for 86 yards to spring the upset for the Cowboys, who were 10 1/2-point underdogs on BetMGM Sportsbook. Cowboys: LG Tyler Smith was inactive with ankle and knee injuries. ... RG Zack Martin (ankle), CB Trevon Diggs (groin/knee) and TE Jake Ferguson (concussion) were ruled out prior to game day and did not travel for the game. Commanders: RB Austin Ekeler was injured on a kickoff return in the final seconds. ... Robinson left with an ankle injury in the first half, returned and then left again. ... RT Andrew Wylie was concussed in the third quarter and did not return. ... C Tyler Biadasz was evaluated for a concussion in the fourth. ... CB Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) missed a third consecutive game since being acquired at the trade deadline from New Orleans. Cowboys: Host the New York Giants on Thursday in the traditional Thanksgiving Day game in Dallas. Commanders: Host the Tennessee Titans next Sunday in Washington’s final game before its late bye week. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

Muscat : The Governorate of Muscat is witnessing the implementation of a number of major development projects that boost its economic and tourism landscape to achieve comprehensive and sustainable development. Sultan Haitham City is the major project in Muscat as it is the first integrated and smart city in the Sultanate of Oman, with a total area of ​​ (14 million square meters). The Governorate of Muscat seeks to expand the scope of investment opportunities and increase the number of sites ready for investment, augment the percentage of utilization of tourist sites, develop entertainment venues and increase green spaces, in addition to implementing new projects, activating decentralization in providing government services, and laying emphasis on digital transformation and modern technologies. Sayyid Saud bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, affirmed that the governorate pays great attention to empowering youth and enhancing their participation in development, in accordance with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s vision that places youth at the heart of development. In this context, the governorate organizes the "Muscat Dialogue Sessions" annually to address development topics of interest, giving the youth an opportunity to express their opinions and present their ideas, said Sayyid Saud. He added that the governorate also supports youth initiatives in partnership with the public and private sectors, to polish their skills and qualify them for the labor market and entrepreneurship. Among these initiatives is a health and sports project that aims to empower the community through sports activities and generate new job opportunities. Sayyid Saud explained to Oman News Agency (ONA) that the municipal sector in the governorate has also launched several initiatives related to youth, including the “Oman Planning Hackathon” to develop innovative solutions in sustainable urban planning, and a competition to develop the surroundings of the Wadi Darsait (valley) in cooperation with a group of students. In addition, the governorate’s wilayats organize various youth events such as the “Sports and Beach Games Forum” in the Wilayat of Bausher, which includes sports activities and training courses. Within the framework of future plans, the governorate intends to create an electronic platform through its official website to enable youth to present their ideas and aspirations, added Sayyid Saud. He pointed out that Muscat Governorate seeks to enhance coordination with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning to ensure that development projects are compatible with the Greater Muscat Master Plan, which is one of the outcomes of the National Urban Development Strategy in accordance with Oman Vision 2040. This approach, said Sayyid Saud, aims at achieving a balance between economic growth and quality of life through the integration of land uses, public transportation, and sustainable green spaces. He explained that coordination is underway to implement projects that include the development of residential neighbourhoods, including the Muttrah Development Project and the Sultan Qaboos Port Waterfront, which contribute to building an integrated and sustainable urban environment that meets the needs of current generations and future aspirations. He pointed out that the governorate seeks to implement qualitative projects that are consistent with its strategy, as the governorate has completed the preparation of the general plan and detailed maps for the Bimmah Sinkhole Development Project in the Wilayat of Quriyat as a tender will be floated to implement the construction works for the project on an area of ​​(498,758) square meters. The project includes the establishment of areas for hiking and camping, providing necessary services, and increasing the green area. He added that a tender was also floated for the implementation of the detailed plan for the development project of the Bausher Sands area in the Wilayat of Bausher. He explained that the project will be implemented in phases and within an area of ​​362,000 square meters and will include an area designated for four-wheel drive bikes, a special building for renting and maintaining bikes, various entertainment and family areas, and multi-storey parking lots. Sayyid Saud pointed out that work is underway on the detailed plan for the Ain Ghala development project, completing the consultation services and preparing the basic plans for the Al-Qurm area development project (beach and reserve), as well as preparing detailed maps for the sea road. As for the Quriyat Waterfront Development Project, he noted that the initial design has been completed and will include a walkway, bicycle paths, facilities for visitors, green spaces, and an area allocated for restaurants, cafes and shaded seating areas. Sayyid Saud added: “The governorate also assigned last September the consultation services for the master plan for the development of the Qurum Commercial District. Consultation services were also assigned for the development of the Al-Mahj Commercial District in the Wilayat of Al Amirat. A tender was also floated to implement the Ruwi Commercial District Development Project, in a manner that supports economic and commercial activities”. He also pointed to some major projects in the Governorate of Muscat, such as Sultan Haitham City, the Sustainable City Yiti, Al Khuwair downtown and Tilal Al Irfan. In the municipal sector, the Governor of Muscat explained that during this year, a number of service projects will be implemented in various fields, as the main projects focus on developing the road network in Muscat Governorate, most notably the tender for expanding Muscat Expressway. It will include six lanes in each direction, with the improvement of bridges and intersections. He added that the projects also include converting the service road in Al Khuwair into a one-way road to improve traffic and the Al Ansab-Al Jifnain dual carriageway project with a length of up to 15 km, which includes the construction of a road with three lanes in each direction with bridges and intersections, in addition to other road projects. He also touched on the projects that the municipal sector is currently working on, including the Muttrah Square Project, that won Bilarab bin Haitham Award for Architectural Design. Sayyid Saud also talked about the digital transformation and smart infrastructure projects in Muscat Governorate, including the smart signal operating system, through which 50 sensors and 52 cameras were installed at traffic light intersections, in addition to the unified municipal system project, which aims to digitize 93 services and 14 smart initiatives in its first phase, in order to enhance the efficiency of services provided to citizens. He underlined the municipal sector’s keenness to increase green spaces in Muscat Governorate by constructing more parks and gardens. He pointed out that Muscat Governorate includes (144) parks and gardens distributed over (11) public parks, (126) parks in residential neighborhoods, and (7) gardens. In the field of environment conservation, he said: “Muscat Governorate seeks to enhance sustainability among its priorities in cooperation with the Environment Authority and other governmental and private entities, to achieve the goals of the Sultanate of Oman to reach zero neutrality by 2050. Within the context of this approach, the Governorate launched the “Green Muscat” initiative to increase the vegetation cover, within the framework of the national initiative to plant (10) million trees, which contributes to improving air quality and public health. The governorate also participates in the national campaign to combat invasive birds. Muscat Governorate also signed an agreement to establish several environmental initiatives and projects, such as: establishing five parks in residential neighbourhoods, and the “Al-Khuwair Square” project in cooperation with Jindal Company, in addition to establishing parking lots covered with solar panels, and an agreement with the German University to design a sustainable garden to capture carbon”. On the tourism side, Sayyid Saud explained that Muscat Governorate realizes the importance of tourism as a fundamental pillar of the economy and is constantly working to enhance its role in providing integrated services that support this vital sector. He pointed out that within the context of close cooperation with the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the Governorate is committed to developing the infrastructure in tourist sites by providing roads, lighting, health facilities, and necessary installations, which contribute to improving the visitors’ experience and meeting their expectations. The Governorate, said Sayyid Saud, coordinates with the Ministry to implement multiple tourism projects, including developing a number of sites that it supervises, in addition to supporting projects implemented by the Ministry in Muscat Governorate, such as the Omani Botanic Garden project, where the municipal sector contributes to expanding the road leading to the garden, in addition to the development project of the waterfront at Sultan Qaboos Port, and the Muttrah Tourist Path project, which is currently underway. The Governorate also organizes various events such as the “Muscat Nights Festival” and other activities aimed at attracting tourists and activating local tourism. As far as the ​​social work is concerned, He pointed out that the Governorate of Muscat and the Ministry of Social Development, in cooperation with the offices of walis in the Governorate are performing several prominent tasks through the Social Development Committees. He said that the most prominent social development projects being implemented in Muscat Governorate are the establishment of a water therapy unit at Al Wafa Centre for the Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities in Al Amerat, in addition to design and engineering consultancy works to establish a juvenile detention facility. On the health sector side, Sayyid Saud affirmed that Muscat Governorate witnessed the launch of a number of vital projects during 2023 and 2024, to ensure the provision of integrated health services that meet the needs of society, such as the Menagen Pharmaceutical Industries Factory in the Rusayl Industrial Area and the opening of an Omani start-up in the field of manufacturing transparent dental aligners with specialized Omani cadres. This is in addition to expanding many health centers and opening new polyclinics. He also talked about the progress in the education sector in Muscat Governorate. In this context, he referred to the increasing number of schools in the governorate. Sayyid Saud Hilal Al Busaidi concluded his statement by highlighting the efforts exerted to boost the fisheries sector and support the fishermen in various wilayats of the governorate.Commanders running back Austin Ekeler needed assistance off the field after a scary moment at the end of Washington's Week 12 loss vs. the Cowboys. The injury occurred in the game's final moments as Washington returned a Dallas kickoff. Ekeler received the kick in the landing zone and took a scary hit from two members of the Cowboys special teams unit. Oh no. Austin Ekeler got knocked out on the kick return. He is up and standing now 🙏 pic.twitter.com/47dPRkM3n8 Players on the field immediately signaled to the sideline for assistance as Ekeler temporarily lay motionless. After a few minutes, Ekeler walked off the field with assistance. Here's what is known about his injury. NFL HQ: Live NFL scores | Updated NFL standings | Full NFL schedule Austin Ekeler injury update Washington training staff assisted Ekeler as he walked off the field. This is an encouraging development as Ekeler was able to stand and walk following the hit. The hit occurred with under 10 seconds remaining in the game and Ekeler did not return to the field for the final two plays. He will likely be evaluated postgame to determine his status for the coming weeks. MORE: How Commanders loss to Cowboys affects playoff outlook Earlier in the season, Ekeler sustained a concussion in Week 3. He was inactive in Week 4 before returning to action in Week 5. This story will be updated.

I Loved Playing For Man Utd - But Fergusons Treatment Made Me Join Arch-RivalsManchester United fans look back fondly on the Sir Alex Ferguson era at Old Trafford, especially given the club's dramatic fall from grace since the iconic Scot retired. British football's most successful manager called time on his trophy-laden career in 2013 after spending 27 years at Old Trafford, during which time he won 38 major trophies. Ferguson knew how to transform some of the best young talent from the club's youth academy into world superstars. He oversaw the development of David Beckham , Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes , who became three of the best players in Premier League history. Many high-profile signings were made during Ferguson's reign, helping him continuously dominate English football. Rival fans grew irritated seeing the Premier League's most entertaining and formidable forwards head to the 13-time champions. One of those was a tricky 22-year-old Argentinian attacker named Carlos Tevez , who joined the Red Devils from West Ham United in 2007 on a two-year loan deal. He quickly became a fan favourite at the Theatre of Dreams, winning the UEFA Champions League , two Premier League titles, the FIFA Club World Cup, and the League Cup twice. Yet, the fairytale move many anticipated ended in tears as Tevez and Ferguson came to loggerheads. Instead of making the loan deal permanent, the feisty forward made a controversial move to then-noisy neighbours Manchester City . This is the story of the 76-cap Argentina international's unceremonious exit told from his perspective. The former Man United striker has refused to get cosmetic surgery as the neck scars and mangled teeth pay homage to his humble Buenos Aires upbringing Carlos Tevez's trust issues with Ferguson laid bare Tevez joined Manchester United off the back of helping West Ham avoid relegation and carried his impressive Hammers form to Old Trafford. He was part of a frightening attack that boasted Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo as the Reds marched towards Champions League glory. Ferguson didn't rest on his laurels and further bolstered his attack with the addition of Dimitar Berbatov from Tottenham Hotspur in September 2008. That transfer occurred a year into Tevez's United spell and brought with it trouble because of the Scot's apparent promises. Tevez delved into his departure and how he felt hurt by the events. He told ESPN (via TyC Sports ): I didn’t have to think about it too much because I was angry with Ferguson. As a coach he’s a phenomenon, he was at a club like United for such a long time. But I had a situation with him. The Argentinian ace suggested there was a lack of movement in talks over making his loan move permanent despite Ferguson initially stating the club's intentions to do so: (He told me) we’re going to buy you, but I’m going to bring [Dimitar] Berbatov. Don’t worry, I’m going to bring him to compete with you. But we’re going to talk to your agent to agree on the contract and the transfer. (But) they didn’t call my agent, nothing. Time was passing. They started to want to lower my price. I was performing every time I came on and people started to shout my name. It was a year-long process of eating it up. Tevez grew frustrated with the situation and agreed to move to arch-rivals Manchester City before United's 2-0 defeat to Barcelona in the 2009 Champions League final: I had more or less agreed with the Sheikh that after the game, I would take a private plane, go with my family to Abu Dhabi to meet him and to settle the contract with City, all before the final with United. It was like a dagger for him (Ferguson). And for me too, because I loved United. But for me he didn’t deliver all year, he made me suffer. It hurt me a lot, because I loved United. During his illustrious reign, Tevez's contentious exit wasn't the first high-profile falling out between a player and Ferguson. There was a running theme of world-class superstars making way because of issues with the 82-year-old. Tevez's two-year spell at Old Trafford was a success, with the versatile striker scoring 34 goals and making 14 assists in 99 games. However, the circumstances of his departure and his decision to join City upon their journey towards claiming power in Manchester will forever mar his Red Devils stint. From Sergio Aguero to Alisson Becker, there have been plenty of South American talents in the Premier League. Tevez's troublemaking led to rift with Roberto Mancini Tevez enjoyed four years at City after permanently switching to the Blue side of Manchester for £25.5 million in 2009. He was one of the biggest names to join the Cityzens at the start of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan's ownership, which would lead to unimaginable success. A massive poster of Tevez celebrating with the caption 'Welcome to Manchester' was produced in Manchester city centre. He'd make 148 appearances, register 73 goals and 32 assists, and win the Premier League title at United's expense. However, trouble in paradise arrived in 2011 when Tevez clashed with ex-City boss Roberto Mancini . He refused to come on as a substitute in a 2-0 loss away to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. The Italian ripped into the Argentinian for a perceived lack of professionalism (via Sky Sports ): If I have my way he will be out of the club. He just refused to go on. I don't know why. I cannot be happy with this situation. Would something like this happen at Bayern Munich, AC Milan or Manchester United? Tevez missed six months of action with City due to his indiscipline, which he put down to miscommunication. He was reinstated into Mancini's team the following season but left the Cityzens for Serie A giants Juventus in July 2013. Cristiano Ronaldo, Raheem Sterling and Paul Scholes all refused to play for their clubs at one stage. All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt as of 20/11/2024.

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Cade Klubnik threw for three touchdowns, backup running back Jay Haynes scored twice on the ground and defensive tackle Payton Page had a 57-yard pick-6 score as No. 17 Clemson routed The Citadel 51-14 Saturday to move to 39-0 all-time against FCS opponents. The Tigers (9-2) won their third straight and still held on to feint hopes of reaching the Atlantic Coast Conference title game and the College Football Playoff. Clemson, which finished ACC play at 7-1 with last week's 24-20 win at Pittsburgh, needs No. 11 Miami to lose at Syracuse next week to play for a league crown for the eighth time in 10 seasons. Clemson cranked it up early in this one, looking a lot like the offense that averaged better than 48 points during a six-game win streak earlier this season instead of the one that had not surpassed 24 points in any of its past three contests. Klubnik connected with Antonio Williams for a 30-yard TD to start the scoring and then the 315-pound Page stretched out for an interception and rumbled along the left sidelines — losing momentum with each step — for Clemson's first score from a defensive lineman in four years and a 14-0 lead. And Page wasn't the only defender to score. Clemson's All-American linebacker Barrett Carter playing his next-to-last home game, had a 4-yard TD run on Senior Day to end the Tigers' scoring. The Citadel (5-7), of the FCS Southern Conference, went on to its 19th straight loss to Clemson since 1932. Klubnik completed 12 of 16 passes for 198 yards. He headed to the sidelines after his second TD pass to Williams that gave the Tigers a 42-0 lead in the third quarter. Haynes got the bulk of the work after starter Phil Mafah achieved his 1,000-yard rushing season with three first-quarter runs. Haynes had scoring runs of 70 and 9 yards. The Citadel: The Bulldogs are the leaders among FCS teams in victories over FBS opponents with nine since the college football split into Division I and Division I-AA in 1978. They couldn't stay competitive, but did roll up a season-high 288 yards rushing and scored a touchdown against Clemson for the first time in the past four games in the series. Clemson: The Tigers reached nine wins in a season for the 14th-straight time. Only Alabama, which entered the season with 16 straight nine-win seasons, had a longer current streak. The Citadel's season is complete. Clemson closes the regular season with its rivalry game with South Carolina on Saturday. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballNebraska women’s basketball player Callin Hake summed it up as well as anyone could. “I think in South Dakota we shot the crap out of it, which is awesome,” the guard from Minnesota said. On that night last weekend in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the Huskers made a school-record 20 3-pointers on 58% shooting beyond the arc in a 113-70 win against South Dakota. That was three more than the previous record, from 2010. Now comes another game against Creighton where the series at times has at times been defined by the 3-point line — both the ability to make and defend it. The 3-point line is something to watch closely again when the Huskers and Bluejays play at 4 p.m. Friday at Sokol Arena in Omaha, a few hours before the men’s teams from the same schools play at CHI Health Center Omaha. Creighton (1-2) has won two straight in the series. Last year, Morgan Maly made three 3-pointers in the first three minutes of the game and Creighton led the entire game while winning 79-74. Creighton didn’t keep its hot 3-point shooting going the entire game but made nine and outscored the Huskers by 18 points beyond the arc. Nebraska was 3-for-21 on 3-pointers. In 2022, Creighton blasted the Huskers 77-51 after making five of its first eight 3-pointers. “One thing I know is they (Creighton) all shoot it pretty well,” Nebraska coach Amy Williams said. “Last year we gave up eight made threes in the first quarter. That’s something we’ll have to shore up. They’re very, very good off the ball with their movement and cuts so you’re positioning really matters. We’ll have to make the hustle plays and not give them second-chance opportunities.” Creighton has won seven of the last eight meetings with the Huskers. The Bluejays are averaging 10.4 made threes per game during the stretch, while Nebraska is averaging 3.6. The 5-0 and 21st-ranked Huskers faced a major dose of adversity this week when sophomore forward Natalie Potts sustained a season-ending knee injury during Tuesday’s game against North Alabama. She’s scheduled for surgery in two weeks. Williams called the injury is “devastating.” “What a start she’s had to the season, leading our team in scoring and rebounding,” Williams said. “She worked really hard this offseason.” Creighton has reached the NCAA Tournament the past three seasons, making the Elite Eight in 2022, the first round in 2023 and the second round in 2024 with several of the same players that are on the team this year. Creighton may be the most experienced team the Huskers face all season, as the Bluejay playing rotation includes five graduate students, two seniors and two juniors. “We’re incredibly familiar with their roster, and they’re incredibly familiar with our roster,” Williams said. Creighton guard Lauren Jensen has already gone off this season, scoring a career-high 32 in an 80-72 win against Drake. She was 6-for-10 on threes and made each of her six two-point shots. One thing new to the series for Nebraska is Britt Prince, the freshman from Elkhorn North getting her first taste of playing against her hometown school. In the past two games combined, Prince is 15 for 21 shooting. She’s driving to the basket, and also shooting 3s. “She’s gotten more aggressive, and I’d like to see her be even more aggressive,” Williams said. The 113-70 win against South Dakota showed the Huskers what it can look like this season. The Huskers zipped passes around the perimeter to get lots of good 3-point chances. Nebraska had 33 assists on 41 field goals. Hake felt like a lot of inside-outside passes helped the Huskers to the fourth-best scoring total in program history. “When you have posts that are willing to kick it out and give you dimes for passes that makes shooting in a guard’s job a lot easier,” Hake said. “I think we really wanted to carry that forward. But we don’t want to live and die by the three.” Nebraska (5-0) G – Britt Prince; 5-11; Fr.; 13.0 G – Callin Hake; 5-8; Jr.; 6.0 G – Alberte Rimdal; 5-9; Sr.; 10.4 G – Logan Nissley; 6-0; So.; 8.0 C – Alexis Markowski; 6-3; Sr.; 13.8 Creighton (1-2) Player; Ht.; Yr.; PPG. G – Molly Mogensen; 5-7; Sr.; 6.0 G – Lauren Jensen; 5-10; Sr.; 21.3 G – Kiani Lockett; 5-8; Jr.; 11.3 G – Mallory Brake; 6-0; Sr.; 2.7 F – Morgan Maly; 6-1; Sr.; 15.3 Reach the writer at 402-473-7435 or bwagner@journalstar.com . On Twitter @LJSSportsWagner. Get local news delivered to your inbox!SAN DIEGO — The deployment of military troops to the southwestern border is nothing new. Presidents both Republican and Democrat have called on military support in San Diego and elsewhere many times over the years to assist with border security tasks, from surveillance to reinforcing barriers. But President-elect Donald Trump’s hint this past week that he may use armed forces to carry out mass deportations could veer into new territory. Trump signaled his plans in response to a social media post by the president of the conservative Judicial Watch group, who stated that the incoming Trump administration is prepared to “declare a national emergency and will use military assets” to address illegal immigration “through a mass deportation program.” Further details of how the Trump administration will do so remain unclear. The troops who have previously worked along the border have performed support background roles — often discreetly — and not in an enforcement capacity that has them interacting with migrants. The same goes for the California National Guard members who are currently deployed in San Diego. The question becomes whether Trump’s plan goes beyond that. In San Ysidro, just across the border from Tijuana, some residents still remember during the first Trump administration the spectacle that U.S. Army and Marine troops, including some from Camp Pendleton, brought to the area — even for a community used to the heavy presence of border agents. That’s when hundreds of active-duty troops were sent in 2018 to support operations along the California-Mexico border in response to the arrival of migrant caravans from Central America. “We do have a very strong Border Patrol presence,” said Mónica Delgadillo, a San Ysidro resident for over 40 years. “But the military or the National Guard was something very different.” Army personnel spent days installing concertina wire at the U.S.-Mexico fence to make it more difficult to scale and fortifying areas around the ports of entry to prevent large crowds from rushing into the U.S. They joined previously deployed National Guard members who had been maintaining Border Patrol vehicles, working in dispatch stations and manning remote video surveillance systems. The following year, amid a national emergency declaration to replace the border wall, more troops were sent to the southern border to help install wire barriers and monitor crossings. Trump also used the declaration to divert Pentagon funds to help finance the wall project. Troops were also called upon during the Biden administration to support the Department of Homeland Security as the agency dealt with the lifting in 2023 of a COVID-era policy that mostly closed the border to asylum seekers. The troops assisted with administrative and support tasks, not law enforcement activities. The Posse Comitatus Act restricts the federal military from performing civilian law enforcement duties, except where authorized by Congress. One of the statutory exceptions to the law is the Insurrection Act. Gov. Gavin Newsom has continued to deploy the California National Guard to assist with drug interdiction — primarily targeting fentanyl trafficking — at ports of entry. Recently, state officials said the agency’s counter-narcotics task force helped law enforcement partners seize more than 1.7 million pills of fentanyl in October. “This program continues to be extremely successful — providing critical support to law enforcement agencies in combating illicit drug trafficking and transnational criminal activity,” the agency said in a statement. But while the National Guard operates under the control of the governor, in certain circumstances the president has the authority to federalize the National Guard. Cal Guard officials said that deployment of National Guard forces is governed by distinct criteria for state and federal missions, and that they will “not speculate on potential changes or future missions.” Trump and his advisers have offered a few hints. Last year, Trump’s proposed deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller, told The New York Times that military funds would be used to build “vast holding facilities that would function as staging centers” for immigrants as their cases progressed and they waited to be flown to other countries. He went further in a radio interview , proposing calling on “red state governors” and asking for their National Guards: “We will deputize them as immigration enforcement officers. They know their states, they know their communities, they know their cities.” Trump has also vowed to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to “target and dismantle every migrant criminal network operating on American soil.” Lee Gelernt, an American Civil Liberties Union attorney who spearheaded the legal challenge in San Diego to Trump’s policy of separating migrant families at the border, said that use of the military to carry out deportation under such law “is flatly illegal.” “The law requires an invasion by a foreign government, which is why it’s only been used previously during declared wars with foreign enemies,” he said in a statement. Shawn VanDiver, a Navy veteran and co-founder of the San Diego chapter of the Truman National Security Project, called the plan to use the military to address civilians “outrageous.” “We are not a country that has the military running through the streets interacting with our civilians,” he said. “That’s just not a thing. In San Diego, we have a lot of military here, but they are our neighbors. And our neighbors here know that, like they can use their own eyes and see, that we don’t have this massive crisis that’s been fabricated in people’s eyes.” Migrant encounters between ports of entry along the U.S.-Mexico border have dropped by more than 55% since President Joe Biden issued an executive order restricting asylum in June, according to Customs and Border Protection data. As of 2022, the most recent year for which federal and Pew Research Center estimates are available, there were about 11 million undocumented immigrants living in the United States. About 1.8 million of them were living in California. During a recent visit to San Diego, retired Mexican ambassador Martha Bárcena, who served as Mexico’s ambassador to the United States during the Trump administration, said it would be “irresponsible” to think that proposals like mass deportations were merely campaign promises. But she said she expects many of Trump’s policies to be challenged in court. ©2024 The San Diego Union-Tribune. Visit sandiegouniontribune.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.WACO, Texas (AP) — Georgia's Dasha Vidmanova and Columbia's Michael Zheng won NCAA singles tennis titles on Sunday. Vidmanova, a 21-year-old senior from the Czech Republic, beat DJ Bennett of Auburn 6-3, 6-3 for the Bulldogs' first women's singles championship since 2010. Zheng, a 20-year-old junior from Montville, New Jersey, beat Ozan Baris of Michigan State 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 to become the first Ivy League player to collect an NCAA men's singles crown since 1922. The final between Zheng and Baris was the first men's NCAA tennis singles final between two Americans since 2017. More AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis

White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaignThe new head of Ontario’s beleaguered transit agency says he plans to “start talking” to construction partners and government stakeholders as he tries to finally open the Eglinton LRT after more than a decade of construction. On Monday, Infrastructure Ontario CEO Michael Lindsay was appointed as the head of the provincial transit agency Metrolinx to replace the departing Phil Verster. Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Lindsay’s top priority was to open the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, which began construction in 2011 and was initially due to be finished in 2020. “I’m honoured to have been asked by the premier and the minister of transportation to go over and provide temporary leadership to Metrolinx,” Lindsay said on Tuesday, speaking for the first time since his appointment. “I will do everything I can, in partnership with government, to bring that project online as quickly as possible.” Lindsay indicated he would immediately start conversations designed to help him succeed where Verster had failed and allow the premier to finally cut the ribbon on the Eglinton project. “I’m going to start talking to partners and government and I’m going to talk to the staff at Metrolinx,” Lindsay said. “IO and Metrolinx have obviously been partnered quite closely in respect of major capital procurements and the management of the construction of these LRT projects. So I certainly don’t start from zero. But I think this is a moment, intentionally, of trying to think, with fresh eyes, what could we do in order to hasten the delivery of these projects?” Lindsay was announced on Monday as the replacement for outgoing Metrolinx CEO Phil Verster, who is leaving the role by mid-December to take another job elsewhere. Opposition parties at Queen’s Park had long called for Verster to be fired over construction delays at Metrolinx, particularly the Eglinton line. The government, particularly Premier Doug Ford, had defended him. Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria said Lindsay had been a “great partner for the government” during his time leading Infrastructure Ontario and suggested he was a good fit for Metrolinx. “I think he has a lot to offer and I think the province will be well served with his leadership there over the next couple of months and to ensure we get our transit projects built and underway,” he told Global News. “Our mandate to him has been very clear: to get the Crosstown open,” Sarkaria said. “And so I look forward to him transitioning into the role, taking over the files and working on that priority along with the $70 billion we’re investing over the next 10 years.” On Wednesday, the Green Party leader said heads should roll at Metrolinx under the new CEO and implored him to be transparent. “They could get rid of all the vice-presidents that are making lots of money as well — it feels like they have a reporting structure that doesn’t work,” he said. “I would say to the new president, if you’re going to gain (the) confidence of people you need to come out now and be honest with the people of Ontario: why the Eglinton Crosstown has been delayed, why it is so far over budget. Stop hiding behind secrecy and just be honest with people.”Banque Cantonale Vaudoise purchased a new position in shares of Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF ( NYSEARCA:VCR – Free Report ) during the third quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 158 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $54,000. Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Ashton Thomas Securities LLC acquired a new stake in Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF during the third quarter worth about $26,000. DT Investment Partners LLC acquired a new stake in Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF during the second quarter worth about $28,000. Advantage Trust Co acquired a new stake in Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF during the third quarter worth about $31,000. Ashton Thomas Private Wealth LLC acquired a new stake in Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF during the second quarter worth about $36,000. Finally, Rosenberg Matthew Hamilton acquired a new stake in Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF during the second quarter worth about $42,000. Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF Price Performance NYSEARCA VCR opened at $368.50 on Friday. The firm’s 50-day moving average is $343.45 and its two-hundred day moving average is $323.25. Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF has a 12 month low of $282.52 and a 12 month high of $371.91. The stock has a market capitalization of $6.55 billion, a P/E ratio of 27.74 and a beta of 1.31. Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF Profile Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF is an exchange-traded share class of Vanguard Consumer Discretionary Index Fund. 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COLEEN Rooney will have a surprise reunion with her youngest sons in an I’m A Celebrity tear-jerker. The mother of four is expecting a jungle visit from only her mum in a “friends and families” episode. A source said seeing Kit, eight, and Cass, six, will turn her “into a ­blubbering mess”. Friends and relatives of stars were sneaked into camp in last year’s show for the first time since 2018 — but insiders say Coleen would be expecting to see only her mum. A source said: “Everyone knows how much Coleen loves her boys, and it would be one of the most heart-warming moments of the series. “It’s a really special part of the show, and there’s no doubt Coleen would be a blubbering mess — as would the millions of viewers watching at home. It’s going to be such a surprise for her.” Read more on Coleen Rooney Coleen, wife of former Manchester United and England ace Wayne , is wearing a necklace with their four sons’ names and touches it on screen to let them know she is thinking of them. She revealed before entering the camp that Kai, 15, and Klay, 11, decided to stay at home while Kit and Cass were travelling with her mum to meet her when she leaves. It is believed that ITV bosses and Ant and Dec realised it was a “too good an opportunity” to miss. Wayne, 39, cannot be there due to his commitments as manager of Championship team Plymouth Argyle. The friends and family segment usually happens in the third week, when there are five or six celebs remaining. Most read in I’m A Celebrity 2024 By that time Coleen, 38, will have been away for nearly three weeks, having flown out a week before the show started on November 17. She left the boys a box of jungle-themed props to wear at home in Cheshire while she is on TV. A source said: “The boys have some jungle-style hats, and khaki items of clothing and bandanas. “They’re really enjoying seeing her each night, especially as it means the younger ones get to stay up a bit later than usual.” Before the first episode aired last Sunday, Coleen’s Instagram page shared messages of support from her kids. Video showed Kai saying: “Hi Mum. I just want to say good luck.” Cass said: "Good luck, mum. Do your best.” Kit added: “Good luck in the jungle, Mum. Hope you win lots of stars. I love you.” I can’t wait to watch you on the telly later. And Klay declared: “I can’t wait to watch you on the telly later. Good luck. I love you.” The Sun on Sunday revealed Coleen signed for the show in a deal reputed to be worth more than £1.5million. READ MORE SUN STORIES Last night Wayne urged fans to vote for Coleen to do Bushtucker trials. He posted online: “Proud of @coleen_rooney on @imacelebrity she’s doing great. “Me and the boys would love to see her doing a trial and we know she’d want to put herself to the test. If you can download the #ImACeleb app and let’s get voting.” i'm A Celebrity is back for its 24th series, with a batch of famous faces living in the Aussie jungle. The Sun's Jake Penkethman takes a look at the stars on the show this year.. Coleen Rooney - Arguably the most famous name in the camp, the leading WAG, known for her marriage to Wayne Rooney , has made a grand return to TV as she looks to put the Wagatha Christie scandal behind her. The Sun revealed the mum-of-four had bagged an eye-watering deal worth over £1.5million to be on the show this year making her the highest-paid contestant ever. Tulisa - The popstar and former X Factor judge has made her triumphant TV comeback by signing up to this year's I'm A Celeb after shunning TV shows for many years. Known for being a member of the trio, N-Dubz , Tulisa became a household name back in 2011 when she signed on to replace Cheryl on ITV show The X Factor in a multi-million pound deal. Alan Halsall - The actor, known for playing the long-running role of Tyrone Dobbs on ITV soap opera Coronation Street , was originally signed up to head Down Under last year but an operation threw his scheduled appearance off-course. Now he has become the latest Corrie star to win over both the viewers and his fellow celebrities. Melvin Odoom - The Radio DJ has become a regular face on TV screens after rising to fame with presenting roles on Kiss FM, BBC Radio 1 and 4Music. Melvin has already been for a spin on the Strictly dancefloor and co-hosted The Xtra Factor with Rochelle Humes in 2015 but now he is facing up to his biggest challenge yet - the Aussie jungle . GK Barry - The UK's biggest social media personality, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, has transformed her TikTok stardom into a lucrative career. Aside from her popular social media channels, she hosts the weekly podcast, Saving Grace, and regularly appears on ITV talk show, Loose Women . She has even gone on to endorse popular brands such as PrettyLittleThing, KFC and Ann Summers. Dean McCullough - A rising star amongst this year's bunch of celebs , Dean first achieved notability through his radio appearances on Gaydio and BBC Radio 1. He was chosen to join the BBC station permanently in 2021 and has featured prominently ever since. He has enjoyed a crossover to ITV over the past year thanks to his guest slots on Big Brother spin-off show, Late & Live. Oti Mabuse - The pro dancer has signed up to her latest TV show after making her way through the biggest programmes on the box. She originally found fame on Strictly Come Dancing but has since branched out into the world of TV judging with appearances on former BBC show The Greatest Dancer as well as her current role on ITV's Dancing On Ice . Danny Jones - The McFly star was drafted into the programme last minute as a replacement for Tommy Fury. Danny is the second member of McFly to enter the jungle , after Dougie Poynter won the show in 2011. He is also considered a rising star on ITV as he's now one of the mentors on their Saturday night talent show, The Voice , along with bandmate Tom Fletcher . Jane Moore - The Loose Women star and The Sun columnist is braving the creepy crawlies this year. The star is ready for a new challenge - having recently split from her husband . It will be Jane's first foray into reality TV with the telly favourite having always said no to reality shows in the past. Barry McGuigan - Former pro boxer Barry is the latest fighting champ to head Down Under following in the footsteps of Tony Bellew and Amir Khan . It comes after a tough few years for Irish star Barry, who lost his daughter Danika to bowel cancer . He told The Late Late Show in 2021: "She was such an intrinsic part of the family that every day we ache." Maura Higgins - The Irish TV beauty first found fame on Love Island where she found a brief connection with dancer Curtis Pritchard . Since then, she has competed on Dancing On Ice as well as hosting the Irish version of the beauty contest, Glow Up. Since last year, she has been working on building up her career in the US by being the social media correspondent and host of Aftersun to accompany Love Island USA. She even guest hosted an episode of the spin-off, Love Island Games, in place of Maya Jama last year. Rev. Richard Coles - Former BBC radio host the Rev Richard Coles is a late arrival on I’m A Celebrity , and he's ready to spill the beans on his former employer. The former Communards and Strictly star , said the BBC did not know its a**e from its elbow last year. An insider said: "Rev Coles will have a variety of tales to tell from his wild days as a pop star in the Eighties, through to performing on Strictly and his later life as a man of the cloth."2 excellent ASX dividend stocks to buy in JanuaryCLEVELAND (AP) — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. “Am I a Brown yet?” he asked. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.

superphosphate Mumbai: The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has hardened its stand on electronic voting machines (EVMs) following its loss in the assembly election, with prominent leaders indicating plans to launch a nationwide movement to challenge the credibility of the machines. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday announced the launch of ‘EVM Chhodo Abhiyan’ and emphasised the need for public awareness and action to move away from EVMs. #WATCH | Delhi: At the Constitution Day program at Talkatora Stadium, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge says, "...Votes of people from SC, ST, OBC, poor communities are going to waste. Set aside EVMs. We do not want EVMs, we want voting on ballot paper...Let them keep the... pic.twitter.com/MmiQj2JotO Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray spoke at a meeting of defeated candidates and also called for nationwide protests against the alleged misuse of EVM technology. The NCP’s Sharad Pawar suggested forming legal teams at both state and national levels to address the issue. In the aftermath of their electoral defeat, MVA leaders have been holding strategy sessions with both victorious and defeated candidates. In Delhi, state president Nana Patole met with Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, and discussed ways to strengthen the party structure in preparation for future elections. The Congress high command reassured Patole of continued support in his role as state president. A key development is the upcoming meeting of the INDIA alliance in Delhi, where discussions will centre around the alleged EVM manipulation. Pawar left for Delhi on Tuesday to take part in these discussions. Addressing the media, Kharge stated, “The votes cast by ordinary citizens are being compromised. We are advocating for a return to paper ballots and will launch a nationwide campaign, similar to the Bharat Jodo Abhiyan, under Rahul Gandhi’s leadership.” UBT leader Ambadas Danve expressed his disbelief at police actions during the elections, specifically regarding vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi near polling booths. He vowed to gather evidence across the state to build a case against the EVM system, with plans to take the issue to court. Pawar, in a meeting with losing candidates from his party, received numerous complaints regarding EVMs. According to sources, Pawar is planning to form two legal teams to handle the issue at both the state and national levels. He instructed candidates to submit their allegations and any supporting evidence. Additionally, Pawar has directed candidates to formally request verification of VVPAT machine votes from the Election Commission by November 28. A draft letter has already been circulated for this purpose. Pawar assured that a major national campaign would be launched to address these concerns, stating, “We will fight this battle without retreating.” Meanwhile, following Aaditya Thackeray's appointment as Sena (UBT)’s legislature party leader, Uddhav Thackeray convened a meeting with his party's defeated candidates, where he too endorsed the push for a nationwide protest against EVMs and supported the demand for VVPAT vote verification.

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The New Orleans Saints are in the middle of a frustrating season, firing head coach Dennis Allen earlier this month following the team's seventh straight loss at the hands of Carolina Panthers. The Saints aren't expected to make the playoffs this season, but they'll need to answer a lot of questions about the future over the next few months. Many of those questions are related to the salaries of several veteran players, as the team is currently set to enter 2025 several millions of dollars over the salary cap. One veteran player with an uncertain future? Longtime defensive back Tyrann Mathieu. The "Honey Badger," as he's affectionately known, is set to enter his 12th NFL season next year at the age of 33. With another big season on the way, Mathieu made it clear that he's planning to stick around. According to sports journalist Kay Adams , Mathieu is in it for the long haul with the Saints, his hometown team. “I wouldn’t want to play for any other team...The opportunity to be able to win for my home town..I mean, I think that kinda trumps me going anywhere else," said the veteran defensive back. "I’d rather do it for my people, down here.” Mathieu has been with the Saints for the last two seasons, as the New Orleans native joined his home quad following stints with the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs. He won a Super Bowl with the Chiefs back in the 2019 season, helping them defeat the San Francisco 49ers. In addition to his Super Bowl title, Mathieu is a three-time All-Pro and a three-time Pro Bowler. He was named to the NFL's All-Decade team in the 2010s, joining names like Tom Brady, Adrian Peterson, Joe Thomas, J.J. Watt and Aaron Donald. All of those players are either in or likely to enter the Hall of Fame, and Mathieu has a pretty good case to get there as well. We'll see if that happens in the future, but for now, it seems that Mathieu has no plans to retire any time soon. Fans can look forward to seeing him on the field next week with the Saints, as they take on the Los Angeles Rams at home following this week's late-season bye. Related: ESPN Host Elle Duncan Taking Heat On Social Media For 'Classless' RantVor Biopharma Inc. VOR shares are trading higher on Friday after the company announced it has entered into a securities purchase agreement for a private investment in public equity financing (PIPE). What To Know: The company expects to generate about $55.6 million in gross proceeds from the PIPE. Vor plans to utilize these proceeds in order to fund clinical and preclinical development of its pipeline candidates and for general corporate purposes. As part of the PIPE, Vor will issue a total of 55,871,260 shares of common stock and accompanying warrants to purchase an additional 69,839,075 shares, priced at $0.99425 per share and warrants. If exercised for cash, the warrants would result in additional gross proceeds to Vor of up to approximately $58.5 million. The PIPE was led by Reid Hoffman who believes in the potential of Vor’s trem-cel therapy to treat acute myeloid leukemia. The therapy utilizes CRISPR/cas9 to modify the bone marrow of patients. “Early data released by Vor suggest a potent effect, which now must be confirmed by future trials. I am delighted to support this company that uses a game-changing technology that will hopefully impact the lives of patients with this lethal cancer – but even more the trajectory of cancer therapy in general,” said Hoffman. Related Link: Spotlight on SolarEdge Technologies: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity VOR Price Action: At the time of writing, Vor stock is trading 40.8% higher at $1.18, according to data from Benzinga Pro . Image: Image: Emilian Danaila from Pixabay © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

Baltimore (7-4) at Los Angeles Chargers (7-3) Monday, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN/ABC BetMGM NFL odds: Ravens by 3. Against the spread: Ravens 5-5-1; Chargers 7-3. Series record: Ravens lead 9-5. Last meeting: Ravens beat Chargers 20-10 in Inglewood, Calif., on Nov. 26, 2023. Last week: Ravens lost to Pittsburgh 18-16; Chargers beat Cincinnati 34-27. Ravens offense: overall (1), rush (2), pass (3), scoring (2). Ravens defense: overall (3), rush (26), pass (2), scoring (23). Chargers offense: overall (18), rush (12), pass (19), scoring (18). Chargers defense: overall (11), rush (11), pass (12), scoring (1). Turnover differential: Ravens plus-2; Chargers plus-8. Ravens player to watch K Justin Tucker missed two field goals last week and is under pressure after spending most of his career beyond reproach. He’s missed six field goals on the season and is 4 for 12 from 50-plus yards since the start of last season. Chargers player to watch WR Ladd McConkey had a career-high 123 yards on six receptions against Cincinnati. The rookie came up with clutch catches of 28 and 27 yards to set up the game-winning touchdown. Key matchup Chargers RB J.K. Dobbins vs. Ravens’ run defense. Dobbins showed promise during his time in Baltimore, but he never was able to live up to that potential because of injuries. Now in Los Angeles on a one-year “prove it” contract, Dobbins has nearly matched his most productive season as a professional with 726 yards and eight touchdowns in 10 games. After seeing Pittsburgh run the ball 34 times last week, the Chargers will be glad to copy that bruising approach with Dobbins. The Ravens are allowing 77.5 rushing yards per game, but even the sturdiest defense can buckle against that volume of work, so getting off the field will be critical. RELATED COVERAGE Nick Chubb plows through heavy snow for 2-yard TD, giving Browns 24-19 win over Steelers Browns’ Myles Garrett sends message to Steelers and T.J. Watt with 3 first-half sacks Patriots’ Drake Maye vs. Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa could be the first meeting of many Key injuries Baltimore’s defense has a couple of significant injury concerns. LB Roquan Smith (hamstring) left last weekend’s game, and S Kyle Hamilton has been nursing an ankle problem, although he played against the Steelers. ... Chargers OLB Khalil Mack (groin) didn’t play against Cincinnati. If the veteran pass rusher remains out this week, it would be a big loss to the chances of containing the Ravens’ multi-faceted offense. Series notes The Ravens have won four straight over the Chargers in the regular season, but Los Angeles did earn a 23-17 AFC wild-card round upset in January 2019. ... Baltimore cruised to a 34-6 win over the Chargers in its first visit to SoFi Stadium on Oct. 17, 2021. The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . Stats and stuff Ravens RB Derrick Henry leads the NFL with 1,185 yards rushing and 15 total TDs (13 rushing and two receiving). He’s also run for a league-high 52 first downs. ... Henry is one rushing TD shy of the Ravens’ single-season record, set by Jamal Lewis in 2003. ... Baltimore QB Lamar Jackson is 6-2 on “Monday Night Football” with 20 TD passes and no interceptions. ... Henry is one of four players in the Super Bowl era to score a TD in each of the first 11 games of a season. The others are O.J. Simpson (1975), John Riggins (1983) and Jerry Rice (1987). ... The Ravens have scored touchdowns on a league-best 77.8% of their red zone trips. ... Jackson needs 124 yards passing and 16 yards rushing for a second consecutive season with 3,000 passing and 600 rushing. Since the AFL-NFL merger, only Randall Cunningham (1988-1990), Cam Newton (2011-12), Josh Allen (2021-22) and Jalen Hurts (2021-23) have accomplished that feat. ... Dobbins ran for two touchdowns against Cincinnati, giving him multiple scores in two of his past three games. He did it twice in 24 games as a Raven. ... OLB Tuli Tuipulotu had 1 1/2 sacks of Bengals QB Joe Burrow, his third straight game with more than one. All seven of Tuipulotu’s sacks this season have come in the past four games, and six of his eight tackles for loss have come in that span. ... The Chargers allowed a season-worst 27 points to Cincinnati after holding each of their previous nine opponents to 20 points or fewer. ... QB Justin Herbert has thrown one interception in 277 attempts this season. That lone pick came in Week 2 at Carolina. ... The Chargers lost their fifth turnover of the season when Herbert fumbled to start the fourth quarter. It was their first turnover at home. ... Los Angeles does not have a takeaway in its past two games. Fantasy tip Herbert has heated up after a slow start in terms of fantasy production, having thrown for multiple touchdowns in three of his past four games. He is likely to keep that success going this week. Baltimore has allowed 22 scores through the air, which is tied with Houston for second most in the league, and Herbert should have plenty of chances to add to that total in what could be another high-scoring matchup. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLPenn State seeks to stay perfect, takes on FordhamYour black plastic kitchen utensils aren’t so toxic after all. But you should still toss them, group says

“Bermuda must be ready for heightened competition from rival jurisdictions as the island’s first tax on corporate profits takes effect,” said Christian Dunleavy, Chair of the Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] and Group President, Aspen Insurance Holdings and CEO Aspen Bermuda Ltd. A spokesperson said, ”Bermuda’s Corporate Income Tax [CIT], which will apply at a rate of 15% to Bermuda businesses that are part of multinational groups with annual revenue of €750 million or more, will come into effect in January 2025. Speaking at ABIC’s AGM, Mr. Dunleavy stressed the importance of guarding against complacency and ensuring the island remains an attractive business domicile.” “Bermuda is about to embark on the most significant change to our economic model in our history and the impact on Bermuda’s competitiveness should not be underestimated,” Mr Dunleavy told an audience of ABIC members at O’Hara House, home of AXA XL. “Bermuda has long been about more than tax competition, and that includes areas that influence the cost of doing business in Bermuda, which include tax, but also regulation, quality and access to affordable healthcare, red tape and hiring practices. “Capital and people are increasingly mobile, particularly in a world where 15% is the new zero tax. Other financial centres, existing and aspiring, sense an opportunity to entice Bermuda’s world-class companies and leaders to their shores.” An investment promotion agency had been on island last week, touting the attractiveness of their country and incentives, he added. “The ease and cost of doing business have been critical to Bermuda’s success, but they are probably even more critical to our future success, punctuated by the Bermuda triangle of collaboration between industry, government and the BMA,” Mr Dunleavy said. “High-tax, high-regulation countries can make themselves competitive in two ways. One is by imposing global taxes and increased regulation on smaller, more business-friendly countries to reduce their competitive edge. The other is to make themselves more competitive. Both of these dynamics are happening today with renewed vigour. “Bermuda, as a small financial centre, can only do the latter, protect and continually enhance our own competitiveness. Our international businesses are not afraid of competition, nor should Bermuda be. “Responding to these global pressures by focusing on the areas within our control to enhance our competitiveness and attractiveness is crucial — lowering our cost structure, eliminating bureaucracy, maintaining appropriate regulation, and making sure Bermuda is a great place to live and work.” A spokesperson added, “Mr. Dunleavy said ABIC supported the Government’s goal of increasing the working population to combat Bermuda’s demographic challenges. He added that ABIC’s member companies have a strong track record of hiring, educating and developing Bermudians, alongside the global talent they bring in, a trend illustrated by the increasing number of Bermudians in senior roles.” “We know from our data that one IB job creates 1.33 local jobs,” Mr. Dunleavy said. “Career opportunities will only continue over the coming years as this growing pipeline of Bermudians in IB moves up the ranks. Bermudians and overseas talent are not in competition with each other. This is not a zero-sum game. We mutually benefit from each other’s shared experiences and expertise.” A spokesperson added, “ABIC’s Chair added that IB and Bermudian interests were remarkably aligned, particularly in the desire to see a healthy tourism industry as a strong second pillar of a diverse Bermudian economy.” “IB, like Bermudians and Bermudian businesses, benefits from increasing airlift and hotel capacity,” Mr. Dunleavy said. “The current restricted hotel capacity and airlift is directly impacting the cost of doing business in Bermuda. It’s increasingly difficult to secure reasonably priced flights and hotel rooms for our staff, customers, visiting colleagues and board meetings. “IB is a major contributor to business tourism. We welcome the reopening of the Fairmont Southampton in 2026, hopefully the redevelopment of Elbow Beach and other hotel investment. We also support efforts to increase airlift, including BermudAir’s recently announced expansion of routes.” Mr. Dunleavy expressed ABIC’s support for the Government’s aim to increase residential housing in the city of Hamilton, helping to create a vibrant city centre, while supporting retail businesses and nightlife. “A residential city is also critical to government’s population goal, while easing pressure on our limited and delicate open space in the parishes,” Mr. Dunleavy said. “It can create new economic opportunities for local companies and lower the cost of housing for all of us, providing a new rung on the housing ladder for first-time homeowners and young Bermudians at a more affordable price point. “So, 2025 marks a significant moment in Bermuda’s economic development. Our continued success and growth will depend on all of us working together on a shared vision and effective execution of that. Bermuda’s best days can be ahead, and ABIC and its members look forward to continuing to play our role in Bermuda’s success story.” A spokesperson added, “Recapping ABIC’s activities in 2024, Mr. Dunleavy detailed new vision and mission statements, updated after a survey of members and a strategic review: “Vision: To help make Bermuda a domicile where international companies choose to come and stay because they will benefit from access to qualified talent, a community that values their presence and an internationally competitive environment that evolves with the changing times. “Mission: ABIC partners with Government, IB and the community, to ensure that Bermuda is an internationally competitive domicile, where both international companies and the broader community thrive. “As part of its mission, ABIC hosted discussions with policymakers, community organisations and thought leaders, including the Premier and Minister of Finance; the Minister of Economy and Labour; the CEO of the Bermuda Monetary Authority; the Chair of the Tax Reform Commission and the Commissioners; and representatives of Bermuda Reserve Police, among others. Discussions focused on topics including economic development, growing the working population, global minimum tax, regulatory amendments, community engagement, and the immigration process. “Mr. Dunleavy also thanked Patrick Tannock, who retired this year after nine years as ABIC Chair and a 40-year insurance career, for his “unwavering commitment, time, talent and passion that have greatly benefited ABIC and all stakeholders”. Mr. Tannock will remain on the ABIC Board of Directors. : ,

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super fun Wake up the ghosts! Texas, Texas A&M rivalry that dates to 1894 is rebornItaly says it is making every effort to bring home a journalist who has been under arrest in Iran for more than a week, as politicians of all stripes expressed their concern. Cecilia Sala, 29, who works for the newspaper Il Foglio and the podcast company Chora Media, was detained in Tehran on December 19 but her arrest was only made public on Friday. The Italian foreign ministry said it was in contact with Iran to clarify Sala's legal situation and the conditions of her detention. "Italy is working tirelessly to free her, pursuing every option," Defence Minister Guido Crosetto - a key figure in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government - wrote on the social media platform X, calling the arrest "unacceptable". Chora Media said Sala had left Rome for Iran on December 12 with a valid journalist visa and had conducted several interviews and produced three episodes of her Stories podcast. She had been due to fly back to Rome on December 20. It added that Sala was being held in solitary confinement in Tehran's Evin prison and no reason had been given for her arrest. There was no immediate confirmation of the arrest by Iranian officials. It was not clear whether it might be linked to tensions between Rome and Tehran after Iran last week summoned a senior Italian diplomat and the Swiss ambassador, who represents US interests in the country, over the arrest of two Iranian nationals. One of the men was arrested in Italy at Washington's request. Italy's ambassador to Iran visited Sala in prison on Friday and the journalist has also been in phone contact with her family, the Italian foreign ministry said. Italian sources with knowledge of the matter said she was "very tired" but "physically fine". Chora said news of Sala's arrest was not immediately made public as her family and Italian authorities had hoped that keeping it quiet could help secure her swift release. Elly Schlein, leader of the centre-left opposition Democratic Party, urged the government to act swiftly. "We immediately call on the government to take every useful initiative to shed light on this matter, to clarify the reasons for this detention and, above all, to bring Cecilia Sala back to Italy as soon as possible," she said.Your weekly horoscope is here . The countdown is on! This week sees us waving sayonara to 2024, hello 2025! New year, new you! La Luna helms the new year with a new moon on Monday, so your new year intentions catch the upswing on the lunar cycle. As we breeze through the last few days of 2024, take stock, reflect, and write or share in a circle with friends and family. Let go of what you’re not taking into 2025! Then focus on what you’re grateful for. This sets up the perfect potion for inviting in those wishes and plans for the coming year. New Year’s plans benefit from a range of different kinds of people, or a group you’re part of, since the moon is in quirky, friendship-oriented Aquarius. On Thursday, Venus moves into glamorous Pisces, so remember we’re wearing rose-tinted glasses when it comes to love and aesthetics! Read on to discover what’s in store for your sign during the week of December 29, 2024, through January 4, 2025. Aries It’s new moon, new year, new you time, Aries. This week’s new moon falls in your professional and public image sphere, so contemplate your aspirations, get clear, and write your manifesto for the year ahead. You’re a sign that likes a target, so give yourself a clear goal to focus your foundational steps and decisions through the year. Think about how you want to be seen, what you want to achieve, status, recognition, and what you want to build. Structure and strategy are key, so lean into them. Learn different types of business structures, etc., and it will hold you in good stead. How do you wish to be seen? Show up as that person consistently. Venus in your sphere of sleep and dreams suggests some time out to get in touch with your desires, what brings you pleasure, and the more artistic, altruistic, subtle side of life. Taurus A new moon in your sphere of long-range vision (and travel), personal philosophy, and study suggests doubling down on this season’s planning. It may be the festive holiday season, but perhaps that gives you time out of your usual routine to open your mind to possibility. Write a list of how you will be expanding your horizons in 2025 and beyond—where and how you envision personal growth as well as professional—and commit to the potential. Happy New Year for Wednesday! On Thursday, your ruling planet Venus switches signs, this month gliding through sensitive Pisces. This bodes well for love, beauty, aesthetics, and creativity. Those invites keep rolling in past the party season with Venus activating your zone of friendships and groups, so work your magic on new connections and keep up with your favorites. Gemini This final week of 2024 hosts the new moon, activating your sphere of shared resources with themes of professional and long-term strategy, planning, and partnership. Set your intentions for what you want to achieve with and via others and their resources, while bringing your own best in show, of course. Aligning almost with the new year and covering the time we tend to set our New Year’s resolutions, the skies couldn’t be more in our favor for goal-setting. New Year’s Day, the moon moves into a social sign that prefers the broad mix of a group, so if you’re out and about or favoring New Year’s Day celebrations over NYE, then work the crowd! Be that social butterfly and pick up all the links, ideas, stories, contacts, and networks, as they may turn out to broaden your mind and horizons. 2025 puts your sign into even more of a focus, continuing a pattern of growth and change that will last several years, so embrace the new and be the change you want to see in the world! Cancer It’s finally here—the end-of-year peak in expectation, good intentions, and valiant resolutions! Since a new moon precedes the new year, set your resolutions on its lunar cycle so they grow with its light. And of course, as we do what is in our power to do, we achieve them. Set your goal for a peak or harvest in six months’ time, then a closing of the cycle for this time next year. The new moon is activating your relationship sphere, so add some specifics for that area of life. What are you grateful for now? What are you calling in? Feel, and experience in your body and imagination, the partnerships that mutually amplify you. What kind of person do you need, and what kind of partner do you need to be—especially to yourself? Happy New Year, Cancer! Leo Is it the roaring twenties yet? With the new year fast approaching, we’re halfway through the decade, so Leos, it’s up to you to exercise your roar power in 2025! As a new moon on Monday lights up your sphere of work and wellness, set your professional vision in place to achieve your goals the old-fashioned way: taking dynamic, strategic action toward them. Yes, we can all get lucky, and while we wait for that, we go for it and do what we can ourselves. So set your intentions and resolutions on this new moon. Include wellness habits and commitments you’re able to maintain throughout the year with a clear goal. Perhaps that’s to lift your cardio or lift your spirits, improve flexibility or strength. Don’t go for the Oscar on this one; go for maintaining your schedule! Venus in your sphere of intimacy and others’ resources sounds like some ooh la la is in your immediate future. Enjoy the deep yet practical connections. Virgo Setting off the new year with a new moon in your sphere of love, romance, and creative self-expression? You bet! La luna resets just in time to carry your new year resolutions into 2025 and beyond, so set them for amore, fun, and whatever your idea of a good time looks like. This is also the sphere of fame, so is this your year, Virgo? You have to be in it to win it, so sharpen a talent and resolve to get yourself out there. Hey, it’s the journey that counts, but it doesn’t hurt if you reach an enviable destination! Themes of status, achievement through hard work, strategy, and planning are right up your alley, so put it out there and don’t sweat the details just yet. Get in touch with your dream, whether that’s personal, professional, children, or fame, and have a happy new year! Libra With a new moon rounding out the year, it’s time to set your intentions and lavish on the New Year’s resolutions while you’re there. This time la luna activates your domestic sphere, so dress your home to impress. Themes of structure, old-money aesthetics, and a pragmatic approach to your living space abound. Whether it’s a new look or reconfigured, clear chores list so domestic labor is fair and equal, or setting up your home to support your worldly ambition, set your plans with the new moon on Monday. A challenge from this particular lunation supports you to balance your need for harmony with stepping up and being the boss, and perhaps a fear of conflict through setting that structure and ground rules. Find your own charming way (safely) without rolling over! This looks to be a supportive year ahead, so set your plans in motion early in the new year or ASAP! Scorpio Closing off the year, la luna cycles down to a dark then new moon, so let go with the last of its silver light, and set your intentions and New Year’s resolutions on its fresh phase. In your sphere of siblings, local connections, and shorter-term study or teaching, perhaps now is the time to call a long-lost sister, brother, or cousin. Set those intentions for establishing yourself locally. While the world is indeed becoming more connected, it must be balanced with real face-to-face connection. Take it old school and befriend the baker, barista, and board members of your favorite local club, or become one. With Venus heading into watery Pisces, this combo suits your mystic and intimacy-loving side. Go for woo, fantasy, or a hearty dose of bonding with healthy boundaries. In your sphere of love, art, and leisure, get creative with someone sexy! Sagittarius A focus on your financials takes you through into 2025 as a new moon further activates this topic. Take a pragmatic approach to how you’re earning and consider what is and isn’t working. How can you align what you love to do with what actually converts? There are multiple ways of drawing in an income; however, this month the focus is on a more traditional approach. Reputation is important, so build it. Consider approaches that might not make bank immediately but support you over time. Sometimes it’s not what people know; it’s who they know. Network. Be reliable, take a professional angle, and aim for consistency. Of course, there’s the natural dash and spontaneity of Sagittarius; however, when you aim those arrows, consider, “What would a Capricorn do?” Or someone you know or admire who is financially savvy and in a position you want to be in. Set your intentions on empire this year, Sagittarius—or at least the next layer of the build—and have a happy new year! Capricorn The final new moon of 2024 is hosted by your sign on Monday, so set out a ritual to make the most of it. Clear your space (sage/scent), light a candle or set the atmosphere, and reflect on your year. Let go of what you’re not taking through from this point, from a place of love, gratitude, or at least neutrality. From here, you’re ready to open up to the fresh-pressed year ahead. Write down your plans or intentions, or share in a circle of friends or family. Hold hands once everyone has finished and call the intentions in as a group. Keep it positive like you’re welcoming a guest. Invite that guest in! Visualize and feel yourself living your intentions. Close off the circle or your ritual, and give thanks for your plans working with ease. Happy new year, Capricorn! Aquarius This year brought a shift in energy and perhaps circumstances for you, Aquarius. Expect the trend to continue over the next few years with shifts, jolts, and bolts of lightning, sudden change, opportunities, and consciousness-raising moments. Set intentions on Monday’s new moon for capitalizing on the change and being the change-maker yourself! This is your chance to dial into the classic liberty-and-equality-for-all motto your sign is well known for. Join a board, choose a mentor, find your people. Activating your Zen zone, the new moon taking us into 2025 suggests visiting your liminal spaces, tapping into your subconscious, and certainly getting enough R&R ready to tackle 2025. Pisces Say hello to a social new year as the moon resets in your sphere of special interest groups and friendship circles. Set your intentions and some of those New Year’s resolutions to bloom with the growing light of the moon as it phases up through the first weeks of 2025. Now we’re at a quarter of a century—what do you want to experience, find, develop, etc., in your extended circles? For the next year, 5, or 25... When you have a plan (and most people probably don’t for this arena), you’re much more likely to nail the assignment. Venus heads into Pisces on Thursday—what a great start to the year. Loved up, glowy, and feeling completely extra. And why not?! Fake it till you make it if you’re not quite there; uplift your mood and self concept through imagination, creative self expression, and positive reinforcement. This is a great time to update your look for 2025 with headshots, and your version of personal branding. Enjoy arts, crafts, fantasy, and romance. Vanessa Montgomery—a.k.a. Astro All-Starz—is a professional counseling astrologer and the upcoming author of Astro Power: A Simple Guide to Prediction and Destiny for the Modern Mystic . Aimed at enlightenment and seeing past labels to the oneness that unites us all, Montgomery’s work also helps navigate the practical essentials with grounded cosmic intel. Her motto: Free your mind, own your power, create your world. You can learn more at astroallstarz.com or follow Montgomery on Instagram @astro_allstarz .

Police Minister Mark Mitchell criticised cop posing with gang patchT. Rowe Price Stock Hits 52-Week High at $122.27NEW YORK , Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Paragon 28, Inc. (NYSE: FNA) between May 5, 2023 and September 20, 2024 , both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), and those who purchased Paragon 28 call options or sold put options during the Class Period, of the November 29, 2024 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm. So what: If you purchased Paragon 28 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 Paragon 28 class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=27557 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 November 29, 2024 . 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 the 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, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Paragon 28's financial statements were misstated; (2) Paragon 28 lacked adequate internal controls and at times understated the extent of the issues with its internal controls; and (3) as a result, defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages. To join the Paragon 28 class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=27557 https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=28116 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 or 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. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40 th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 case@rosenlegal.com www.rosenlegal.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fna-deadline-fna-investors-with-losses-in-excess-of-100k-have-opportunity-to-lead-paragon-28-inc-securities-fraud-lawsuit-first-filed-by-the-rosen-law-firm-302314474.html SOURCE THE ROSEN LAW FIRM, P. A.

Malique Ewin finished with team highs of 17 points and seven rebounds to lead the Florida State Seminoles to a 92-59 victory over the Massachusetts Minutemen in each team's final game of the Naismith Hall of Fame Tip-Off on Sunday afternoon in Uncasville, Conn. The Seminoles (6-1) won their third consecutive game and went 2-0 in the event as they pulled away in the second half, leading by as many as 36 points. It's Florida State's best start since the 2019-20 season when it went 7-1. UMass (1-5) dropped its fifth in a row following a season-opening win over New Hampshire despite a strong game on Sunday from Jaylen Curry, who scored 17 points. Curry, with six free throws, helped propel the Minutemen on a 10-0 run over a four-plus minute span in the first half to take a 24-23 lead with 4:22 left. FSU closed the half on a 13-3 run to lead 37-27 at halftime. A 15-4 surge to open the second half helped the Seminoles break the game open. Florida State's defense frustrated UMass shooters throughout the contest, especially on the perimeter, limiting the Minutemen to 3-for-24 shooting (12.5 percent) from 3-point range and 18-for-58 (31 percent) overall. The Seminoles finished with 22 points off 17 UMass turnovers. On the flipside, Florida State had one of its best shooting games of the season. The Seminoles moved the ball well throughout the game and finished with 25 assists while only turning the ball over 10 times. The Seminoles shot 33 for 58 (57 percent) from the field and made 9 of 18 three-pointers to put together a season-high scoring output. Once again, Florida State shined thanks to its depth as 10 players scored and four scored in double figures. The Seminoles were able to have 16 players participate in the game as well. Jamir Watkins finished with 14 points while Jerry Deng and Justin Thomas each had 10 points. For UMass, Daniel Rivera finished with 12 points and six rebounds while Nate Guerengomba had 10 points. Daniel Hankins-Sanford collected a game-high 13 rebounds. --Field Level MediaFNA Deadline: FNA Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K Have Opportunity to Lead Paragon 28, Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit First Filed by The Rosen Law FirmSome of the creatives who helped shape the transgender storyline for the series are mourning its loss after broke the news last week that the character at its center will . “It hardly surprised me, but it devastated me,” Sarah Ligatich, a former Pixar assistant editor who consulted on the episode, tells . “For a long time, has not been in the business of making great content. They have been in the business of making great profits. Even as far back as two years ago when I was at Pixar, we had a meeting with [then-CEO] Bob Chapek, and they were clear with us that they see animation as a conservative medium.” As reported, — focusing on a middle school co-ed softball team called the Pickles with a voice cast including Will Forte as coach — is scuttling a storyline involving a character named Kai expressing her trans identity. A spokesperson for Disney, which acquired the acclaimed animation studio in 2006, said in a statement that “many parents would prefer to discuss certain subjects with their children on their own terms and timeline.” spoke to multiple former Pixar staffers who expressed their sorrow and dismay at the company having axed this storyline. One also noted the apparent irony of the Disney statement, given that the company’s animated films are known for including such adult themes as the death of a parent ( , ) or substance use ( , ). Of particular frustration was the episode having already been completed, meaning that adjusting story elements requires the team to scramble to be ready for the February release, not to mention that this brings added expense. “The episode in its final form was so beautiful — and beautifully illustrated some of the experiences of being trans — and it was literally going to save lives by showing those who feel alone and unloved, that there are people out there who understand,” says one former Pixar employee who did not work directly on the show but had seen it and asked to remain anonymous. The insiders note that the episode had changed significantly from older footage that has circulated on social media last week and showed the character deliberating over which bathroom to use. “So it’s just very frustrating that Disney has decided to spend money to not save lives.” Pixar’s moves of late about the direction of its projects and whether it intends to prioritize diversity. After the company laid off 14 percent of its staff in May, — the director who replaced John Lasseter as chief creative officer in 2018 — raised eyebrows with an interview about the company’s latest goals. In light of Pixar seeing a few titles underperform in recent years, Docter said that the studio should make the “most relatable films” possible, which was perceived by some as advocating for a shift away from more autobiographical stories centering on underrepresented characters and voices. His remarks came in the wake of the 2022 criticism of to Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill. This was followed later that year by right-wing pundits creating a furor over a in Pixar’s 2022 spinoff movie . Recently, members of the team behind Disney Channel’s animated series made headlines with social media posts noting that the company had decided not to release an episode centering on a recurring transgender character. “It’s 100 percent political,” a former Pixar employee who identifies as trans says about the decision. He notes that ABC News recently paid $15 million to brought by President-elect Donald Trump: “Disney just had the settlement with Trump. We saw it recently with the episode that was cut. All of us who knew about and this character were all just clenching: ‘Please don’t hit us next.'” Indeed, those with Pixar ties worry that the change is not an isolated situation in terms of projects pulling back on their messages. Disney CEO Bob Iger , “The bottom line is that infusing messaging as sort of a number one priority in our films and TV shows is not what we’re up to. They need to be entertaining, and where the Disney company can have a positive impact on the world, whether it’s, you know, fostering acceptance and understanding of people of all different types, great.” According to a former Pixar artist, the team behind , the 2026 Jon Hamm-led Pixar film focusing on a human and beaver who swap bodies, was forced to downplay its planned message of environmentalism. “Unfortunately, when you have your whole film based around the importance of environmentalism, you can’t really walk back on that,” says the artist, who did not work directly on the movie. “That team struggled a lot to figure out, ‘What do we even do with this note?'” Another title that turned heads internally was the forthcoming original feature , centering on a boy who teams up with aliens. It had initially been slated to hit theaters in March but saw its release date pushed to summer 2025. Initial director Adrian Molina, who is a gay man, departed the film earlier this year. Docter has stated that Molina, who will receive a director credit, moved to a different Pixar project. In the meantime, Pixar released in June, en route to it becoming the year’s highest-grossing film. Ligatich, who is trans, recalls feeling welcomed and valued during her two-and-a-half-year Pixar tenure before being laid off in May. She has been in contact with members of the creative team, including executive producer David Lally, following Disney’s decision to excise the storyline for teen trans actress Chanel Stewart. Ligatich also expresses frustration that the show has been completed for quite some time and saw its release date delayed multiple times after the initial launch was set for a year ago. “I can’t tell you how much I cried yesterday thinking about that conversation that David had to have with [Chanel],” Ligatich says. “Not only are you asking someone to play someone they’re not, but to also get them to wrap their mind around a political conversation that is just so beyond them,” says Ligatich. “They had this story in the can for two years, so they could have released it in a Biden presidency, and they chose not to.” (For her part, Stewart has said she was “ ” about her retooled character.) Ligatich says she knows artists who do not want to work on the episode in question, though insiders note that staffers were given the option not to work on the episode. So far nobody has taken the company up on that offer. Whether other animation studios will follow Pixar’s lead in potentially limiting queer storylines and other aspects of diverse or potentially polarizing storytelling remains to be seen. Because of this, one of Ligatich’s fellow Pixar castoffs is working to launch an independent animation studio to encourage underrepresented voices. Ligatich believes that there is a market for such animated stories at places like Netflix, which may not focus on creating content, but has made some noteworthy acquisitions in the space. “Netflix is more than happy to host content that tells authentic LGBTQ stories,” Ligatich says of the streamer that won the animation feature Oscar this year for its acquired title . That film, praised as a trans allegory, had previously lost its home when the Disney-acquired Blue Sky Studios was shut down in 2021. “That’s really how it’s going to go moving forward, is you’re going to see a lot of indie studios pop up to tell stories.” THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day More from The Hollywood Reporter

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Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart leaving for NFL after Gator BowlTaxpayers have been eagerly awaiting, and the US Department of the Treasury (Treasury) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have been promising to provide, rules addressing the previously taxed earnings and profits (PTEP) of foreign corporations. On November 30, 2024, the Treasury and the IRS made good on their promise. The proposed PTEP regulations are generally welcome news for taxpayers seeking certainty about long-standing issues, including the treatment of mid-year distributions, Section 961(c) basis, and partnerships that hold foreign corporations. However, those welcome developments come at the cost of substantial complexity and several taxpayer-unfavorable provisions. In this On the Subject , we provide a brief overview of PTEP and why it matters and share five key takeaways from the proposed regulations. In Depth OVERVIEW OF PTEP The PTEP rules provide that when earnings of a foreign corporation have been included in the US shareholder’s gross income, when those earnings are distributed, they are excluded under Section 959(a) from the US shareholder’s gross income to ensure the same earnings are not subject to US taxation twice. Under Section 959(b), PTEP distributions from a lower-tier controlled foreign corporation (CFC) to an upper-tier CFC are also excluded from the upper-tier CFC’s income for purposes of determining the upper-tier CFC’s gross income. The Section 961 rules provide for adjustments in the US shareholder’s basis in CFC stock to prevent taxpayers from obtaining a loss when the stock is sold before PTEP is distributed. Under Section 961(a), Subpart F and global intangible low-taxed income (GILTI) inclusions increase the US shareholder’s basis in the CFC. Under Section 961(b), distributions decrease it. Section 961(c) provides that similar adjustments are made to an upper-tier CFC’s basis in a lower-tier CFC but only for purposes of determining the amount included under Section 951 in the gross income of a US shareholder. The PTEP rules have become much more important to US-based multinationals since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) vastly increased the amount of foreign corporations’ earnings subject to current US taxation as GILTI. Post-TCJA, some shareholders may even prefer a distribution of untaxed earnings and profits, which may qualify for the Section 245A dividends received deduction and does not require a Section 961(b) reduction in basis. The current Section 959 PTEP regulations are from 1965 and do not address many key issues. In 2006, the Treasury and the IRS issued proposed PTEP regulations, but the proposed regulations did not expressly permit taxpayer reliance, and the rules were withdrawn in 2020. The newly proposed rules are complex, but here are five key takeaways to keep in mind: 1. They Are Generally Prospectively Effective and Cannot Be Relied Upon Now (But Can Be Relied on Retroactively if and When the Rules Are Finalized). Most of the regulations will be effective for taxable years ending on or after the date the regulations are finalized. Taxpayers are not allowed to rely on the proposed regulations prior to them being finalized. The Treasury has indicated that they did not allow taxpayers to rely on the regulations while in proposed form because of the complexity of the rules and the fact that they introduce new concepts not previewed in prior guidance. The regulations may also be changed before finalization after considering taxpayer comments. However, once the rules are finalized, taxpayers will be able to elect to apply them retroactively to any open tax years as long as they apply all of the proposed rules in full and are consistent about applying the rules to related corporations. The rules include transition rules to bridge years for which the regulations are effective with prior years. 2. They Require Shareholder and Foreign-Corporation-Level Accounting. The proposed PTEP rules are quite complex in that they require PTEP to be tracked at both the US shareholder and the foreign corporation level. In addition to PTEP, shareholders must track (1) a US dollar basis pool, which is their US dollar basis in the original PTEP inclusion for purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gain or loss under Section 986(c), and (2) a PTEP tax pool, which is the US dollar basis of foreign income tax pools associated with the US dollar basis pool. The proposed rules largely follow the ordering rules set forth in Notice 2019-01, which was released in late 2018. These rules generally require that 10 different PTEP groups be tracked within each Section 904(d) foreign tax credit category on an annual basis. To slightly simplify compliance, taxpayers may elect to combine years within a PTEP group and Section 904(d) foreign tax credit category, rather than tracking each year separately. These ordering rules include a rule to treat Section 965(a) and Section 965(b) PTEP, which resulted from the one-time transition tax as part of the TCJA, as being distributed first before other types of PTEP (even PTEP earned in a more recent tax year). The rule was aimed at reducing complexity by allowing Section 965 PTEP to come out first so corporations and the IRS would not have to track Section 965 PTEP groups in perpetuity. The proposed PTEP regulations set forth rules for when adjustments to PTEP and associated stock basis are made. One key rule is that increases to PTEP for GILTI or Subpart F inclusions are done at the beginning of the year, so PTEP (and the associated stock basis) is available for mid-year distributions. 3. They Adopt a Share-by-Share Approach to Section 961 Basis The proposed regulations provide that, unlike PTEP accounts, section 961 basis is specific to particular shares or items of property, such as partnership interests. The timing of basis adjustments is intended to generally match the timing of adjustments to PTEP accounts. The share-by-share approach to section 961 basis differs from the proposed regulations’ approach to section 959, which does not tie particular dollar basis pools of PTEP to particular shares held by a US shareholder. In certain cases, this mismatch could give rise to a shareholder recognizing gain on some shares even though the shareholder has unrecovered basis on other shares, a result arguably inconsistent with the repatriation-facilitating goal of the TCJA. Taxpayers should consider whether they have “lumpy” basis in CFC stock that could give rise to such a mismatch. Post-TCJA, a distribution of PTEP (historically a good attribute) may be less favorable in certain circumstances than a distribution of untaxed earnings and profits that qualifies for the Section 245A dividends received deduction and generally does not require a reduction in basis. 4. They Provide Detailed Rules for Lower-Tier Basis In addition to providing rules for Section 961(a) basis, the proposed regulations also provide rules for lower-tier basis, including both (1) “derived basis” (a new term applicable to shares or partnership interests owned by a partnership and distinct from the partnership’s common basis in such shares or partnership interests), and (2) Section 961(c) basis (applicable to shares of a lower-tier CFC owned by an upper-tier CFC). The proposed regulations provide that both derived basis and Section 961(c) basis can be negative. Derived basis can be negative to the extent of common basis; amounts exceeding the common basis are recognized as gain. Taxpayers should be careful to track Section 961(c) basis – yet another separate type of basis or account to track – to ensure that “negative” Section 961(c) basis is not inadvertently triggered as gain, which can even occur in connection with transactions that are otherwise nonrecognition transactions. 5. They Don’t Address Certain Key Items As expected, the proposed regulations do not address certain key items, such as whether/how PTEP transfers from one shareholder to another in Section 304 transactions, redemptions, and most nonrecognition transactions, such as 351 transactions and liquidations. The Treasury and the IRS plan to address those issues in a second tranche of PTEP guidance. The proposed regulations also do not address what happens to Section 961(c) basis when an upper-tier CFC inbounds to the United States ( e.g. , whether the Section 961(c) basis can be used as “regular” basis), which Notice 2024-16 permits in the case of “covered inbound transactions.” CONCLUSION The proposed PTEP regulations cover a lot of ground. The Treasury and the IRS have requested comments on several provisions and encourage taxpayers to provide comments on whether the proposed regulations get it right. Taxpayers should study the rules carefully and consider whether there are provisions worth asking the Treasury and the IRS to reconsider.

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