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Bauchi Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir has reiterated the state government’s commitment to emulating the exemplary leadership of Nigeria’s founding fathers for a better country. The Governor spoke at a book launch held in Bauchi on Saturday where he emphasised the importance of responsible leadership and the need for politicians to lead by example. The book, which chronicles the political struggles of foremost Northern political leaders, late Umar Launi Usman and Sa’adu Zungur, highlighted the selfless contributions of the two political icons to Nigeria’s political development and struggle for self-governance. Bala Mohammed who was represented at the occasion by the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Kasim Ibrahim, stated that his administration has executed numerous developmental projects across the state for the good of the citizens. The Governor told the occasion which was graced by notable politicians, acquaintances, friends, and family members as well as top government officials that his administration has brought a new approach to governance since 2019 when it was inaugurated. Bala Mohammed then solicited the support of the citizens in its bid to continue delivering excellent results stressing that by 2027 when the tenure will come to an end, the State would have been better than how it was in 2019. He also stressed that any effort made to recapture the lost glory and history, as well as inform the people about happenings of the past with its heroes is commendable. According to him, “It is good that somebody has come with the idea of writing about our heroes and highlighting their contributions to the development of the society.” Also speaking, Emir of the Alh Rilwanu Suleiman Adamu commended the organizers of the event saying that it has brought back wonderful memories of the past which must be used to shape the future after amending the present. The Emir who was represented by the Galadiman Bauchi, Suv Ibrahim Sa’idu Jahun, urged the present crop of politicians to emulate the good deeds of the past leaders who sacrificed everything for the unity, peace, and peaceful coexistence of the country. He assured that the traditional institution will continue to play advisory roles in the scheme of things and promote good governance through persistent education of their subjects. Other speakers included Vice Chancellors of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), political followers of the duo, friends and family members. The occasion drew people from across the country, especially from the Nineteen States of the North who all hailed and commended the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmud Yakubu who compiled the book before it was published. READ MORE FROM: NIGERIAN TRIBUNE Get real-time news updates from Tribune Online! Follow us on WhatsApp for breaking news, exclusive stories and interviews, and much more. Join our WhatsApp Channel nowA political action committee affiliated with the Wyoming Freedom Caucus asked a Sweetwater County judge in October to dismiss a defamation case filed against the PAC this summer. Now, the plaintiffs — Rock Springs Republican Reps. J.T. Larson and Cody Wylie — are urging the court to deny the PAC’s motion to dismiss. “There is ample evidence that the WY Freedom PAC’s written communications were both false and defamatory,” the plaintiffs, represented by attorney and outgoing Rep. Clark Stith, R-Rock Springs, argued in their opposition filed Nov. 14. Larson and Wylie filed the original complaint in July after the PAC sent text messages and mailers to voters equating a vote on a 2024 budget amendment to the two lawmakers voting to remove President-elect Donald Trump from the ballot. Such a vote has never occurred in the Wyoming Legislature. In October, the two lawmakers filed an amended lawsuit to account for additional mailers the PAC sent after the initial complaint was filed and to try to strengthen their legal argument. Larson and Wylie, who were both reelected, stand by their belief the PAC knew its statements were false. Because the Legislature has never held a vote to remove Trump from the ballot, the complaint asserts the PAC made statements contrary to the truth with actual malice, a legal standard in defamation cases involving public figures. The suit also alleged the statements caused harm to the reputations of the plaintiffs and harmed one of their private businesses. The PAC, however, argued in its October motion to dismiss that the lawsuit fails to state a claim and the allegations do not constitute defamation. The PAC also said statements made to voters “were made in the course of political campaigning, where imaginative expressions and hyperbole are at their zenith.” The plaintiffs take issue with this stance, contending the PAC “essentially argues that political speech is different, that false statements are not really false if they are part of political discourse. “Although the standard of the defendant’s intent required (actual malice) is different for defamation of a public official than for a private individual (negligence), there is not a different measure of truth,” the plaintiffs wrote. “The court should reject Defendant’s attempt to create a ‘post-truth’ world of political discourse.” During the 2024 budget session, lawmakers clashed over which elected officials should have the authority to represent the state’s interest in litigation. That debate came after Secretary of State Chuck Gray joined Ohio’s and Missouri’s Republican secretaries of state in filing an amicus brief that advocated for overturning a Colorado court’s decision to remove Trump from that state’s ballot because of his role in inciting the Jan. 6, 2021 riots at the U.S. Capitol. The Joint Appropriations Committee responded by adding a footnote to the budget limiting the secretary of state’s ability to sue on Wyoming’s behalf. Some lawmakers argued on the House floor that the footnote was about separation of powers. More especially, the footnote ensured the state’s chief executive — the governor — remained the one office with the authority to speak on behalf of Wyoming in a courtroom. While some members of the Freedom Caucus argued the secretary of state’s office needed the ability to act quickly, others said the budget wasn’t the place for such a footnote. Ultimately, it was left out of the final budget bill passed by both chambers. Months later, the footnote became fodder for thousands of mailers targeting incumbent lawmakers, including Larson and Wylie but also others that lost their reelection bids, including Reps. Ember Oakley, R-Riverton, and Dan Zwonitzer, R-Cheyenne. The plaintiffs argue in their most recent filings that the timing of the mailers is telling. The PAC “admits that the Wyoming Secretary of State had already filed amicus briefs with both the Colorado Supreme Court and the United States Supreme Court in the case involving Trump’s right to appear on the Colorado ballot for president before plaintiffs cast their votes on a budget amendment that would first become effective on July 1, 2024,” the filing states. When the PAC asked the court to dismiss the complaint, it also made an alternative suggestion that the court resolve the case in its favor without a full trial — an order also known as summary judgment. But a summary judgment cannot be granted because the two parties do not agree on the material facts of the case, the plaintiffs argue. More specifically, the plaintiffs point to the PAC’s assertion that “a claim that one voted in favor of excluding Trump from the presidential ballot is not capable of defamatory meaning.” There is ample evidence, however, the plaintiffs contend. They also reiterate an argument from the amended complaint that support for the president-elect is so strong across the state “that whether one supports Trump has become a proxy for whether a person is a true Republican.” In the November election, Trump received 71.6% of the vote in Wyoming — stronger support than any other state. The PAC now has an opportunity to respond to the plaintiffs once more before the court weighs in. Earlier this month, the PAC requested an oral hearing for early 2025. 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Amid legal tiff with Dhanush, Nayanthara and husband, Vignesh Shivan, celebrated her 40th birthday on November 18 in Delhi. A video capturing their dinner outing at the iconic Kake Da Hotel in Connaught Place has taken the internet by storm. Shivan shared a glimpse of their culinary adventure on social media, revealing that they went completely unnoticed in Delhi and even had to wait in line outside the restaurant for their table. Amid this, netizens quickly mocked the couple for being unrecognised, with many commenting on their lack of popularity in the North. Check it out. Nayanthara Thanks Shah Rukh Khan, Archana Kalpathi and Other Producers for Granting NOCs for Her Netflix Documentary ‘Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairytale’ . View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vignesh Shivan (@wikkiofficial) Netizens Mock Nayanthara's Popularity (SocialLY brings you all the latest breaking news, viral trends and information from social media world, including Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. The above post is embeded directly from the user's social media account and LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body. The views and facts appearing in the social media post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY, also LatestLY does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.)
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a solid start to the season. They have started out 10-6, which is good for fourth place in the Western Conference. In past seasons, the team has started slowly, and they spend the rest of the year trying to dig themselves out of a hole. While the hot start has been great, the team does have some roster issues. Rumors are already starting to swirl about what Los Angeles will do at the trade deadline. Reports indicate the Lakers are very interested in Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith. Los Angeles Lakers Eyeing Dorian Finney-Smith The Nets are a good team from which to get pieces. After trading Mikal Bridges this offseason, they are clearly trying to gather assets for a rebuild. Dorian Finney-Smith came over in the Kyrie Irving trade and is a solid defender and shooter. Anthony F. Irwin of Clutch Points reported the Los Angeles Lakers have been in “constant contact” with the Nets about Finney-Smith. They have some pieces they could get rid of and some desirable picks to entice Brooklyn. The fit is perfect for the Lakers. Anthony Davis is having an MVP season, averaging 30.1 points, 11.1 boards, and 1.9 blocks per game. LeBron James is still putting up stats and shows no signs of stopping. Players like rookie Dalton Knecht have been great, but the team needs more shooters and defenders to surround their two stars. Finney-Smith is averaging 10.8 points and 4.5 boards per game while shooting 41% from three. The report also indicates the team is interested in Cam Thomas, although it might take more time to acquire him because of his play. A Tough Western Conference It isn’t a surprise the Los Angeles Lakers want to bolster their roster. Their championship window is closing. James is in the twilight of his career and Davis is no spring chicken either. The time to win is now. The issue for the Lakers is getting out of the West will be tough. Ten teams currently have winning records with another handful hovering around .500. Some of these teams are loaded with talent and have the assets to make more moves. Oklahoma City has a war chest of draft picks and could swing a trade for anyone. Even if they don’t, they have enough talent on the roster to win a title. Golden State is in a similar position to the Lakers. They are trying to keep their championship window open with Steph Curry and Draymond Green. Houston is off to a hot start with their young core. On top of those teams, Dallas, Denver, Phoenix, and a slew of other teams will also be tough outs in the playoffs. Final Thoughts Any team with LeBron James on it will be in trade rumor articles for the next three months. The Los Angeles Lakers brand raises the stakes as well. This team is expected to compete for championships. There are definitely moves to make but fans should feel good about where this team is at currently. If they can nab home-court advantage for at least the first round, that would put them in a way better position than in years past. What will the Lakers ultimately do at the deadline to improve their team? And will it be enough? This article first appeared on Total Apex Sports and was syndicated with permission.Why your favorite catalogs are smaller this holiday season
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The team that President-elect Donald Trump has selected to lead federal health agencies in his second administration includes a retired congressman, a surgeon and a former talk-show host. All could play pivotal roles in fulfilling a political agenda that could change how the government goes about safeguarding Americans' health — from health care and medicines to food safety and science research. In line to lead the Department of Health and Human Services secretary is environmental lawyer and anti-vaccine organizer Robert F. Kennedy Jr.For the 2024 edition of The Game, the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes and the Michigan Wolverines will match up. If you are in the market for Buckeyes vs. Wolverines tickets, information is available below. Ohio State vs. Michigan game info How to buy Ohio State vs. Michigan tickets for college football Week 14 You can buy tickets to see the Buckeyes play the Wolverines from multiple providers. Ohio State vs. Michigan betting odds, lines, spreads Odds courtesy of BetMGM Ohio State Buckeyes schedule Ohio State Buckeyes stats Michigan Wolverines schedule Michigan Wolverines stats This content was created for Gannett using technology provided by Data Skrive.
NEW YORK and AMSTERDAM , Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices ("S&P DJI"), the world's leading index provider, today announced the results of the annual Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) rebalancing and reconstitution. The DJSI are float-adjusted market capitalization weighted indices that measure the performance of companies selected using environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. The DJSI, including the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), were launched in 1999 as the pioneering series of global sustainability benchmarks available in the market. The index family is comprised of global, regional and country benchmarks. As a result of this year's review, the following top three largest companies based on free-float market capitalization have been added to and deleted from the DJSI World. All changes are effective on Monday, December 23, 2024 . Additions: Airbus SE, Schlumberger Ltd, BAE Systems Plc Deletions: Alphabet Inc 1 , UnitedHealth Group Inc, ASML Holding NV 2 The full results and list of DJSI constituents will be available as of Monday, December 23 2024 , at https://www.spglobal.com/esg/csa/djsi-annual-review S&P Dow Jones Indices will be renaming a number of its sustainability and ESG-related indices (see Index Announcement ). As part of this update, the family of Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) will be renamed Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices. The changes will become effective on Monday, February 10, 2025 . The S&P Global CSA Scores will continue to be a key factor in selecting constituents for the DJSI when they are renamed Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices in February 2025 . For more information about the DJSI methodology, please visit: www.spglobal.com/spdji . ABOUT S&P DOW JONES INDICES S&P Dow Jones Indices is the largest global resource for essential index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based on our indices than products based on indices from any other provider in the world. Since Charles Dow invented the first index in 1884, S&P DJI has been innovating and developing indices across the spectrum of asset classes helping to define the way investors measure and trade the markets. S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit: www.spglobal.com/spdji . 1 Still member of DJSI World Enlarged and DJSI North America 2 Still member of DJSI World Enlarged S&P DJI MEDIA CONTACTS: spdji.comms@spglobal.com View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sp-dow-jones-indices-announces-dow-jones-sustainability-indices-2024-review-results-302331745.html SOURCE S&P Dow Jones Indices
DALLAS (AP) — More than 60 years after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated , conspiracy theories still swirl and any new glimpse into the fateful day of Nov. 22, 1963, in Dallas continues to fascinate . President-elect Donald Trump promised during his reelection campaign that he would declassify all of the remaining government records surrounding the assassination if he returned to office. He made a similar pledge during his first term, but ultimately bended to appeals from the CIA and FBI to keep some documents withheld. At this point, only a few thousand of the millions of governmental records related to the assassination have yet to be fully released, and those who have studied the records released so far say that even if the remaining files are declassified, the public shouldn't anticipate any earth-shattering revelations. “Anybody waiting for a smoking gun that’s going to turn this case upside down will be sorely disappointed,” said Gerald Posner, author of “Case Closed,” which concludes that assassin Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. Friday's 61st anniversary is expected to be marked with a moment of silence at 12:30 p.m. in Dealey Plaza, where Kennedy's motorcade was passing through when he was fatally shot. And throughout this week there have been events marking the anniversary. When Air Force One carrying Kennedy and first lady Jacqueline Kennedy touched down in Dallas , they were greeted by a clear sky and enthusiastic crowds. With a reelection campaign on the horizon the next year, they had gone to Texas on political fence-mending trip. But as the motorcade was finishing its parade route downtown, shots rang out from the Texas School Book Depository building. Police arrested 24-year-old Oswald and, two days later, nightclub owner Jack Ruby fatally shot Oswald during a jail transfer. A year after the assassination, the Warren Commission, which President Lyndon B. Johnson established to investigate the assassination, concluded that Oswald acted alone and there was no evidence of a conspiracy. But that hasn't quelled a web of alternative theories over the decades. In the early 1990s, the federal government mandated that all assassination-related documents be housed in a single collection in the National Archives and Records Administration. The collection of over 5 million records was required to be opened by 2017, barring any exemptions designated by the president. Trump, who took office for his first term in 2017, had boasted that he'd allow the release of all of the remaining records but ended up holding some back because of what he called the potential harm to national security. And while files have continued to be released during President Joe Biden's administration, some still remain unseen. The documents released over the last few years offer details on the way intelligence services operated at the time, and include CIA cables and memos discussing visits by Oswald to the Soviet and Cuban embassies during a trip to Mexico City just weeks before the assassination. The former Marine had previously defected to the Soviet Union before returning home to Texas. Mark S. Zaid, a national security attorney in Washington, said what's been released so far has contributed to the understanding of the time period, giving “a great picture” of what was happening during the Cold War and the activities of the CIA. Posner estimates that there are still about 3,000 to 4,000 documents in the collection that haven’t yet been fully released. Of those documents, some are still completely redacted while others just have small redactions, like someone's Social Security number. There are about 500 documents where all the information is redacted, Posner said, and those include Oswald's and Ruby’s tax returns. “If you have been following it, as I have and others have, you sort of are zeroed in on the pages you think might provide some additional information for history,” Posner said. Trump's transition team hasn’t responded to questions this week about his plans when he takes office. From the start, there were those who believed there had to be more to the story than just Oswald acting alone, said Stephen Fagin, curator of the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, which tells the story of the assassination from the building where Oswald made his sniper's perch. “People want to make sense of this and they want to find the solution that fits the crime," said Fagin, who said that while there are lingering questions, law enforcement made “a pretty compelling case” against Oswald. Larry J. Sabato, director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics, said his interest in the assassination dates back to the event itself, when he was a child. “It just seemed so fantastical that one very disturbed individual could end up pulling off the crime of the century," Sabato said. “But the more I studied it, the more I realized that is a very possible, maybe even probable in my view, hypothesis.”