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Young Blues go down to ten players but win in cup actionFor the past two years, Uddhav Thackeray has been saying that Eknath Shinde walked away with 13 members of parliament and 40 legislators but ordinary Shiv Sainiks are with him. On Saturday that claim was put to rest with Eknath Shinde scoring spectacular success in the Maharashtra State assembly elections. “Voters of Maharashtra have decided which is the real Shiv Sena,” Eknath Shinde declared as he thanked the electorate. Of the 85 seats it contested across the State, Shiv Sena won 15 seats and was leading in 40 more as on Saturday afternoon. Shiv Sena (UBT) emerged winner in seven and was leading in 14 others of a total 95 seats. In the 2019 assembly elections the undivided Shiv Sena had contested 126 seats and emerged victorious in 56 of them. In Mumbai, which is the birthplace of the party, Shiv Sena (UBT) contested in 22 seats this time while Shiv Sena fielded representatives in 16. The two parties faced off in 11 of those seats. In four of those (Byculla, Mahim, Vikhroli and Worli) Shiv Sena (UBT) emerged winner while Shiv Sena emerged on top in Andheri East. Among its star winners was Aaditya Thackeray who defeated Milind Deora of Shiv Sena by 8,801 votes. As counting was underway, Shiv Sena led in four seats (Bhandup, Chembur, Kurla, and Magathane) while Shiv Sena (UBT) was in front in Dindoshi and Jogeshwari (East). With Marathi-speaking population their key support base both parties adopted different campaign strategies. Shinde’s campaign blended infrastructure development with ideology. Shinde’s campaign tagline of ‘ Kelay Kaam Bhaari, Aata Pudhchi Tayari ’ (I have done my best and now readying for the next) and his claim of being the rightful leader of the party that would never join hands with Congress resonated with the voters. “People of Maharashtra reposed faith in us because they saw us as doers. People have embraced the politics of development and welfare and shunned the politics of revenge and hate,” Shinde remarked. In contrast, Sena (UBT) made the campaign a Maharashtra versus Gujarat issue. Claiming to champion the cause of locals, it accused the Shinde government for the shift of industries to Gujarat, sell out of Mumbai to Adani group etc. Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena which failed to win a single seat got labelled as Gujarat Navnirman Sena in Sena (UBT)‘s campaigns. “Voters chose progress without speed limits over speed breaker politics. The real gaddari was in 2019, not in 2022. Hope always triumphs over fear,” Deora said in a X post summarising the party’s success. However, Uddhav is in no mood to give up his claim as the real Sena. “We will need to find exact reasons of the results. I want to tell people of the State to not get disappointed. Some people say this is EVM’s victory, it may be the case, but if State’s citizens agree with the results, then no one should argue. We will continue fighting for Maharashtra’s rights. I promise the people of Maharashtra, we are with you.” Comments
The 1986 movie made star Paul Hogan famous, but another character received a fair share of notice as well—an actual crocodile named Burt. The huge saltwater croc has died in Australia, reports the . Crocosaurus Cove, an aquarium and exhibition facility in Darwin, posted on that Burt "passed away peacefully" and was believed to be more than 90 years old. Burt was captured in the 1980s from the Reynolds River—hence his name Burt—and was discovered by the filmmakers at a crocodile farm, per the . "He wasn't just a crocodile; he was a force of nature and a reminder of the power and majesty of these incredible creatures," reads the aquarium's post. The famous croc was about 16 feet, 8 inches long and weighed around 1,500 pounds. See a from the movie; it used models of Burt for obvious safety reasons, but the footage of a croc launching from the water is the real Burt. (More stories.)Joe Biden, Donald Trump and More Pay Tribute to Jimmy Carter: “An Extraordinary Leader, Statesman and Humanitarian”
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Obie Okoye, a pioneering entrepreneur and tech visionary from Anambra State, is making significant strides in the Software as a Service (SaaS) sector, transforming how businesses across Nigeria operate. With a unique blend of technical expertise and sharp business acumen, Okoye is at the forefront of a digital revolution that promises to reshape the Nigerian economy. After gaining invaluable experience working in various tech roles, Okoye launched his first startup aimed at creating user-friendly software tailored for local businesses. His endeavor quickly gained traction, as he identified and addressed the specific pain points companies faced in an increasingly digital marketplace. As the demand for cloud-based solutions surged, Okoye seized the opportunity to pivot toward SaaS, developing platforms that allowed organizations to streamline operations, improve customer engagement, and enhance data-driven decision-making. His innovative solutions have been embraced by a diverse range of sectors—from retail to logistics—facilitating unprecedented growth in efficiency and productivity. “Digital transformation is no longer optional; it’s a necessity,” Okoye emphasizes. “I am committed to providing the tools that enable businesses to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment.” Okoye’s SaaS solutions stand out not only for their functionality but also for their affordability, catering to both large corporations and emerging startups. By democratizing access to advanced technology, he has played a pivotal role in enabling companies of all sizes to harness the power of digital tools without breaking the bank. His entrepreneurial journey has not just garnered recognition within Nigeria; it has attracted international attention as well. Investors and industry leaders are increasingly looking to Okoye’s ventures as shining examples of innovative tech solutions, leading to successful exits and partnerships with global firms. In a rapidly changing landscape, Okoye’s focus on continuous improvement and adaptability sets him apart as a leader. He thrives in environments where flexibility and innovation intersect, actively researching emerging trends to ensure his platforms remain ahead of the curve. As Obie Okoye continues to redefine the SaaS landscape in Nigeria, his influence is undeniable. He stands as an emblem of how Nigerian entrepreneurs are not only solving local challenges but are also positioning themselves to make a global impact. With a vision grounded in innovation and excellence, Okoye is setting the stage for the next phase of Nigeria’s tech evolution, helping to pave the way for a prosperous digital future.Ellington Credit ( NYSE:EARN – Get Free Report ) declared a monthly dividend on Friday, December 6th, NASDAQ Dividends reports. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, December 31st will be given a dividend of 0.08 per share by the real estate investment trust on Monday, January 27th. This represents a $0.96 annualized dividend and a yield of 14.44%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, December 31st. Ellington Credit has increased its dividend payment by an average of 39.3% per year over the last three years. Ellington Credit has a dividend payout ratio of 84.2% indicating that its dividend is currently covered by earnings, but may not be in the future if the company’s earnings tumble. Research analysts expect Ellington Credit to earn $1.13 per share next year, which means the company should continue to be able to cover its $0.96 annual dividend with an expected future payout ratio of 85.0%. Ellington Credit Trading Up 0.3 % Shares of Ellington Credit stock opened at $6.65 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $194.03 million, a PE ratio of 5.94 and a beta of 1.86. The company has a 50 day moving average of $6.67 and a 200-day moving average of $6.84. Ellington Credit has a 1-year low of $5.54 and a 1-year high of $7.26. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Separately, StockNews.com upgraded Ellington Credit from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, November 20th. Check Out Our Latest Stock Report on Ellington Credit Ellington Credit Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) Ellington Credit Company, a real estate investment trust, acquires, invests in, and manages residential mortgage-and real estate-related assets. It acquires and manages residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS), including agency pools and agency collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs); and non-agency RMBS, such as non-agency CMOs, such as investment grade and non-investment grade. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Ellington Credit Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Ellington Credit and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
AFP – Thousands of protesters marched through Barcelona demanding lower rents in Spain’s second city. Barcelona, which has already taken action to stop the spread of holiday rental apartments, is the latest Spanish city to see protests for cheaper housing. Backed by left-wing parties and unions, the demonstrators gathered in central Barcelona behind a giant banner declaring ‘Lower the rents’. “Today a new political cycle starts concerning housing,” spokesperson Carme Arcarazo for the Catalan Tenants Union, the main organiser, told reporters. “Investors must not be allowed to come to our cities and play with the apartments like a game of Monopoly,” she added. The union would target “profiteers” who are taking “half of our salaries”, Arcarazo said. The demonstrators demanded a 50-per-cent cut in rents, leases with an unlimited term and a ban on “speculative” sales of buildings. They threatened to start a rent strike. An estimated 22,000 people took part in a similar demonstration in Madrid on October 13. Campaigns have been launched in other cities. According to the Idealista specialised website, rental prices per square metre have risen 82 per cent across Spain over the past decade. The average salary has gone up by 17 per cent in that time, according to the national statistics institute. Facing pressure over a housing crisis, the government in 2023 passed legislation calling for more social housing, greater restrictions on rents in high demand areas and penalties for owners who do not occupy properties. But rents have continued to rise while the government has battled city and regional authorities to get some parts of the law applied.
Pressure washers are the best tool for blasting grime off surfaces around the backyard. Yet they seem like one-note appliances. Once you've restored your patio to its original color, there doesn't seem much else you can do with a pressure washer. When you consider that these appliances cost hundreds of dollars, this seems like a waste of money. However, there are some extra uses for a pressure washer that make it a much more useful yard tool. As a product tester, I've tried plenty of pressure washers, and I've used them for more than just cleaning driveways . Here are five bonus uses for a pressure washer. 1. Clean gutters One unusual way to use a pressure washer is to clean gutters. Many companies sell pressure washer gutter attachments like this at Amazon , which let you reach up to gutters without a ladder and blast dirt and gunk out of gutters. However, there are a couple of things to bear in mind with this technique. The first is that it's very messy. It's a quick solution for cleaning gutters, but expect to be covered in dirty water. The second issue is that its usefulness depends on nearby trees and the time of year. In the fall, this might not be the wisest move if you have buckeyes or other hard tree seeds nearby. Blasting these out of a gutter at high speed can be dangerous. This is also true if you have gutting next to a bitumen roof or asphalt shingles. Rain dislodges little pieces of gravel from bitumen roofs into the gutters over time, and asphalt shingles shed little granules over time. It can be dangerous to spray these all over the yard at high speed. Instead, you could use a leaf blower with an attachment, or remove them by hand. The best way to prevent messy gutters, however, is to fit gutter guards like these at Amazon , which prevent the gutters from getting clogged in the first place. 2. Strip paint One of the biggest disadvantages of pressure washers can actually be a benefit with a little imagination. If you overdo it with a pressure washer on furniture, wood, or walls, you can strip paint off them. If all you were trying to do was wash the surface, this is a huge disadvantage. If you want to strip paint, however, this is incredibly useful. Say you've just moved into a new home, and the previous occupants left the wooden fences or deck an ugly shade of gray. Perhaps someone has left some graffiti on the side of your house. With a powerful enough pressure washer, you can blast it right off without damaging the surface underneath. This saves hours of backbreaking labor scrubbing at the paint, or the noxious fumes of a paint stripper. If you strip the paint from wood, just remember to dry out the wood and seal it up with wood sealant afterward to prevent it from rotting. This affordable electric pressure washer is perfect for more delicate tasks like cleaning gutters. The low-profile body work makes it easy to carry around a yard. A little pressure washer like this will do the trick on rugs and garbage cans. I've loved every Kärcher washer I've tried - it's a good product at a low price. For hardcore cleaning like stripping paint, you need a heavy-duty gas-powered pressure washer like this. It reaches up to 3600 psi. 3. Clean tools and equipment Pressure washers are also great for cleaning yard tools. Cutting grass in early spring means a lot of wet grass clippings that stick to the underside of your mower and its tires. By far the fastest way to remove this grass is to wash it off with a low-powered pressure washer. However, be careful. Gardens expert and Head of Gardens at H&G Rachel Bull says 'Whatever you do, make sure to keep the pressure low and keep the water away from the engine or battery. High-pressure water can easily damage these parts.' Pressure washers are also great for power tool attachments that get stuck in the soil. If you use an aerator attachment in clay or silt soil, each of the dozens of tines can pick up clods or dirt. A pressure washer makes it easy to remove all this dirt. However, it's not just big appliances like lawnmowers. Pressure washers can be great for hand tools, too. When I've been working in heavy clay soil in winter, sometimes a pressure washer is the only thing to shift soil off the blade of my shovel so that I can oil it properly. Rachel is a gardening editor, flower grower and floral designer. Her journalism career began on Country Living magazine, sparking a love of container gardening and wild planting. After more than a decade writing for and editing a range of consumer, business and special interest titles, Rachel became editor of floral art magazine The Flower Arranger . She then trained and worked as a floral designer and stylist in London for six years, before joining the Homes & Gardens team. 4. Restore muddy doormats and rugs Many of us will have seen hypnotic rug cleaning videos on TikTok or Instagram reels, where a gross, muddy carpet is pressure-washed back to its former glory. Believe it or not, this actually works. My family and I were caught in a flood a few years ago without much warning; sandbags were out of stock nearby and the only thing we could use to keep the water at bay were old offcuts of rugs from the attic. In a shed out in the yard where we stored old carpets, the water covered them, and we thought they might be ruined. After the flood, left with a bunch of muddy, sodden carpets, I tried a pressure washer to get rid of all the dirt - and it all came right out. You needn't have circumstances like those. A pressure washer is a great way to clean a rug soiled by a muddy footprint. It's also the perfect tool to clean a high-traffic doormat - just be sure to keep the pressure levels low, or the coir will detach from the backing. There's no real technique for this. The easiest way is to hang the rug up from an outdoor laundry line and blast it with relatively low-pressure water. If you don't have a laundry line outdoors, just spread the rug out on a patio or lawn and wash it with the pressure cleaner. If you use detergent, don't wash the rug on a lawn - the soap will damage the grass plants underneath. 5. Freshen up garbage cans Outdoor garbage cans can be pretty disgusting and difficult to clean. It's hard - and frankly, gross - to reach in with a broom or a brush and remove debris and residue. A pressure washer is the best way to remove these leftovers. A hose or shower can work, but they often aren't high-enough pressure to remove stubborn stains. Instead, the water runs right over them without doing any cleaning, creating gross effluence at the bottom of the can that hasn't even cleaned anything. Instead, use a pressure washer - it can blast sticky messes right off the side of the trash can, and then you can just tilt the waste water out in your yard or down the drain. This has the added bonus of removing the food smells that can attract racoons and other pests. A good pressure washer can be useful all over the backyard - that's why it's such an annoyance when they break. Learning how to fix a pressure washer can extend its working life for years.
Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former OpenAI researcher turned whistleblower, died in San Francisco on November 26 in a suspected suicide, according to local authorities. The San Francisco Police Department said they found Balaji dead inside his apartment on Buchanan Street after being called to the property for a well-being check at around 1 p.m. on November 26, The Mercury News reported. The past few years have seen dramatic improvements in the capabilities of AI-powered chatbots, like OpenAI's ChatGPT , which rely on large language models to produce content for users. However, the process has also been controversial with some publishers accusing OpenAI of using copyrighted works without permission, and a number of legal cases are currently ongoing. Newsweek contacted OpenAI for comment on Saturday via email outside of regular office hours. The San Francisco medical examiner's office said it determined Balaji's cause of death as suicide. Earlier this week, police said there is "currently no evidence of foul play." Balaji joined OpenAI in 2020 as a researcher, but by 2022 was becoming increasingly concerned about the company's attitude towards copyright law. In an October 23 post on X, formerly Twitter , he said : "I was at OpenAI for nearly 4 years and worked on ChatGPT for the last 1.5 of them. I initially didn't know much about copyright, fair use, etc. but became curious after seeing all the lawsuits filed against GenAI companies. "When I tried to understand the issue better, I eventually came to the conclusion that fair use seems like a pretty implausible defense for a lot of generative AI products, for the basic reason that they can create substitutes that compete with the data they're trained on." Balaji also shared an interview he gave to The New York Times , which is currently suing OpenAI over alleged copyright infringement of the newspaper. In the interview, Balaji said he initially thought "A.I. was a thing that could be used to solve unsolvable problems, like curing diseases and stopping aging." However, over time, he said he soured on OpenAI's position on copyright law, concluding: "If you believe what I believe, you have to just leave the company." Writing on his website, Balaji said he didn't believe the fair use copyright defense was applicable to what OpenAI was doing with ChatGPT, though he noted that "similar arguments could be made for many generative AI products in a wide variety of domains." Speaking in defense of its business practices in a recent court filing, OpenAI said: "The models learn, as we all do, from what has come before. "The fair use defense exists for precisely that reason: to encourage and allow the development of new ideas that build on earlier ones." On November 7, U.S. District Judge Colleen McMahon in New York dismissed one lawsuit against OpenAI which had been brought by media outlets Raw Story and AlterNet. OpenAI was founded in 2015 by a group of technology enthusiasts including Sam Altman and Elon Musk , who became its co-chairs. Musk left the company in 2018 after a disagreement about its strategy, and in February 2024 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Altman. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text "988" to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 or go to 988lifeline.org.Number of women who are state lawmakers inches up to a record high
Muscat: Hydrom, Oman’s green hydrogen company, has announced the launch of its third public bidding process for green hydrogen project lands The bidding round is set to begin in March 2025. This move underscores Oman’s continued efforts to offer investment opportunities in the renewable energy and green hydrogen sectors, supporting strategic goals and national efforts to sustain jobs and economic opportunities. Engineer Abdulaziz bin Saeed Al Sheidhani, General Manager of Hydrom, explained that the company aims to allocate at least two new zones in this third bidding round, identified within the designated lands for green hydrogen projects in the Al Wusta and Dhofar Governorates. These zones will vary in size to attract new categories of potential investors and enhance participation opportunities in future rounds. In a statement to the Oman News Agency, Al Sheidhani said that, in addition to previous participants, the company targets new markets and economies such as China, the USA, several European and Asian countries, and neighbouring investments with an interest in the green hydrogen sector. Discussing the challenges in the hydrogen sector, Al Sheidhani noted that "challenges always exist in this sector, starting from market and procurement challenges to those related to political changes, as well as technical challenges." He emphasised that gauging market interest will provide a clearer view of the opportunities available. He affirmed that green hydrogen prices mainly depend on production costs, which are gradually improving due to ongoing advancements in technology, financing, and economies of scale, contributing to reduced production costs. On the other hand, global demand for green hydrogen is increasing, supported by incentives and government policies, as seen in countries like Germany, some EU nations, and East Asian economies like Singapore, South Korea, and Japan. Al Sheidhani added that Hydrom continues its efforts to attract more projects to achieve Oman’s strategic targets for green hydrogen.
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Joe Rogan accused of spreading 'Russian propaganda' by Ukrainian legend Wladimir Klitschko over 'WW3' claims READ MORE: How the UFC became a sporting home for Donald Trump By DANIEL MATTHEWS Published: 23:21, 24 November 2024 | Updated: 23:52, 24 November 2024 e-mail 8 View comments Boxing legend Wladimir Klitschko has slammed Joe Rogan for 'repeating Russian propaganda' over the war in Ukraine. The podcast host - and UFC color commentator - recently accused president Biden and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky of trying to 'start World War III'. It came after the White House agreed to let Ukraine use powerful US-made missiles against Vladimir Putin 's invading forces. 'Zelensky says Putin is terrified. F*** you, man... f*** you, people. You people are about to start World War III,' Rogan said before turning on 82-year-old Biden. 'Maybe that would be a good thing we would like to avoid from a dying former president,' he added. On Sunday, former world heavyweight champion Klitschko - whose brother Vitali is mayor of Kyiv - released a video hitting back at Rogan. Joe Rogan has been slammed for 'repeating Russian propaganda' over the war in Ukraine 'Let me tell you that you're repeating Russian propaganda,' Wladimir Klitschko told Rogan . @joerogan , I disagree pic.twitter.com/tSGvwUnXOQ — Klitschko (@Klitschko) November 24, 2024 The 48-year-old, who last fought in 2017 having dominated the heavyweight division with his brother, accused the podcast host of 'using the only weapon that (Vladimir) Putin really intends to use'. 'Joe Rogan, I listened to your latest podcast. I am sending you this video to let you know that I disagree,' he began. 'You talk about these American weapons being sent to Ukraine, which you believe will lead to the third World War. 'So, let me tell you that you're repeating Russian propaganda - Putin's Russia is in trouble. So they want to scare you and people like you. 'His war was supposed to last three days, it has lasted three years thanks to the heroism and sacrifice of us Ukrainians. 'So you're using the only weapon that Putin really intends to use: propaganda and this weapon really weakens our democracies. 'Putin's Russia wants to destroy Ukraine quietly, they want America to stay quiet - not great. A great America is not an America that abandons countries that defend freedom with their lives.' Klitschko offered to be a guest on The Joe Rogan Experience - one of the most popular podcasts in the world - so 'we could discuss (these points) like free men.' Biden has allowed Kyiv to use the US-supplied Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMs. It will give Ukraine the chance to strike deeper inside Russia as Putin deploys thousands of North Korean troops . The president's move follows the presidential election victory of Donald Trump, who has said he would bring about a swift end to the war. Trump's win raised uncertainty about whether his administration would continue the United States' vital military support for Ukraine. 'How are you allowed to do that when you're on your way out?' Rogan said of Biden, who will leave office in January. 'There should be some sort of pause for significant actions that could potentially start World War III.' The Kremlin, meanwhile, warned Monday that Biden's decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russia with US-supplied missiles adds 'fuel to the fire' and would escalate international tensions. 'It is obvious that the outgoing administration in Washington intends to take steps, and they have been talking about this, to continue adding fuel to the fire and provoking further escalation of tensions around this conflict,' spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. Russia's UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia went further, saying Moscow is 'astounded' and warning that Europe could be 'dragged' into 'large-scale escalation with drastic consequences.' In September, meanwhile, Putin said allowing Ukraine to target Russia would significantly raise the stakes. It would change 'the very nature of the conflict dramatically,' Putin said at the time. 'This will mean that NATO countries — the United States and European countries — are at war with Russia.' UFC Fighting Russia Joe Rogan Share or comment on this article: Joe Rogan accused of spreading 'Russian propaganda' by Ukrainian legend Wladimir Klitschko over 'WW3' claims e-mail Add commentAbuja Court Set To Commence Suit Against Alleged “Illegal Operations” Of Arewa 24
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