From PSX highs to debt traps: Pakistan's economic reality in 2024A melee broke out at midfield of Ohio Stadium after Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday. After the Wolverines' fourth straight win in the series, players converged at the block "O" to plant its flag. The Ohio State players were in the south end zone singing their alma mater in front of the student section. When the Buckeyes saw the Wolverines' flag, they rushed toward the 50-yard line. Social media posts showed Michigan offensive lineman Raheem Anderson carrying the flag on a long pole to midfield, where the Wolverines were met by dozens of Ohio State players and fights broke out. Buckeyes defensive end Jack Sawyer was seen ripping the flag off the pole and taking the flag as he scuffled with several people trying to recover the flag. A statement from the Ohio State Police Department read: "Following the game, officers from multiple law enforcement agencies assisted in breaking up an on-field altercation. During the scuffle, multiple officers representing Ohio and Michigan deployed pepper spray. OSUPD is the lead agency for games and will continue to investigate." Michigan running back Kalel Mullings on FOX said: "For such a great game, you hate to see stuff like that after the game. It's bad for the sport, bad for college football. At the end of the day, some people got to learn how to lose, man. "You can't be fighting and stuff just because you lost the game. We had 60 minutes and four quarters to do all that fighting. Now people want to talk and fight. That's wrong. It's bad for the game. Classless, in my opinion. People got to be better." Once order was restored, officers cordoned the 50-yard line, using bicycles as barriers. Ohio State coach Ryan Day in his postgame press conference said he wasn't sure what happened. "I don't know all the details of it. But I know that these guys are looking to put a flag on our field and our guys weren't going to let that happen," he said. "I'll find out exactly what happened, but this is our field and certainly we're embarrassed at the fact we lost the game, but there's some prideful guys on our team that weren't just going to let that happen." The Big Ten has not yet released a statement on the incident. --Field Level Media
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In conclusion, the case of the woman who suffered from mild poisoning after a Botox injection serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers lurking in the beauty industry. While Botox treatments can offer transformative results when performed correctly, they also come with inherent risks that must not be taken lightly. It is crucial for both beauty professionals and consumers to prioritize safety and well-being above all else to ensure a positive and safe beauty experience.The Edo State Government and the immediate past administration are at loggerheads over revelations by former aviation minister, Osita Chidoka regarding the state governorship election on September 21. Chidoka, during a programme on Channels Television on Friday, criticised the conduct of the election, alleging that it was rigged. In response, Governor Monday Okpehbolo’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, in a statement released Saturday, said Chidoka’s Athena Centre did not cover substantial parts of the state during the election. He stated further that representatives of the Athena Centre were stationed at the Edo State Government House under the supervision of former Governor Godwin Obaseki to manipulate figures. He said, “On Friday, 29th of November, 2024, Osita Chidoka decided to throw his toys around on behalf of the Peoples’ Democratic Party, as bad losers do. In a well-orchestrated plot hatched by the PDP, in connivance with a serial defector featherweight politician from Anambra State, Osita Chidoka, they tried to bully and blackmail the judiciary into circumventing the will of Edo people. The shameful display, which was unfortunately aired on a once-respected national television, Channels TV, reeled out numbers purchased from ‘Oluwole Market,’ and impetuously concluded that the 21st September governorship election in Edo State was rigged. “Unfortunately, Osita Chidoka’s Athena Centre did not cover the election in substantial parts of the state. They sat in Edo State Government House under the supervision of ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki to concoct and orchestrate figures and numbers to suit their mindset. “First, the factional chapter of the Peoples’ Democratic Party in Edo State is blind to the glaring reality that the party was spurned by Edo people in the last governorship election because of their weakness as their own enemies. “Overlooking its messy and divided house, the party is shopping for non-existent evidence to upturn the popular will of the people at the Tribunal. What exactly is the intention or benefit of orchestrating a media trial, as Mr. Chidoka has done? It amounts to deliberate ambush. “Even though the PDP and its hatchet man understand that discussing an issue that is sub-judicial is wrong, they are unremitting in their shambolic plot to supplant facts with concoctions, hoping to arrive at their premeditated end. “This case is already in the tribunal; it should be allowed to run its full course without inhibitions. Thankfully, courts do not pander to concoctions, prevarication, sentiments, red herrings, contradictions, and orchestrations but rely on evidence and facts. “We are hopeful that the judiciary will remain firm in the face of this blackmail, intimidation, and orchestrated media attacks. “The recent attempt by the PDP and their serial defector, Osita Chidoka, to arm-twist logic and employ demagoguery to whip up sentiments amounts to the last cry of a bull as the butcher’s knife serrates its chord; and nothing more. Related News Traffic offenders to do community service in Edo Cheers and jeers: Mixed reactions as Okpebholo begins reforms in Edo Inauguration of Stella Obasanjo Hospital by Obaseki disgraceful - Okpebholo “We are aware that former Governor Godwin Obaseki and some PDP leaders in Edo State, along with their supporters, held a meeting during the week with online merchants and editors of leading newspapers, where it was decided that media trial would be their pattern to discredit the credible Edo election of 21st September. “The truth of the matter is that INEC conducted a very free, fair, and violence-free election acknowledged by domestic observers in their reports. Even the PDP leadership in Edo State, in its review and report, acknowledged that the APC won the election. The latest drama by Osita Chidoka amounts to merely beating about the bush, trying to rake up mud against the election. The PDP should allow the tribunal to do its job in line with established procedures. “We can see that they have recourse to social media, national newspapers, and pliable television stations to push their ugly narratives that Governor Okpehbolo did not win the 21st September governorship election in Edo State. “By this, we make them aware that Governor Monday Okpehbolo is making good progress in office as the duly elected governor with an irrevocable mandate for the next four years.” However, media aide to Obaseki, Crusoe Osagie, said the revelation clearly threw the Edo State governor and his allies into a frenzy. He said, “The independent analysis by the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership, a non-partisan research institute, of the sham election that installed Monday Okpehbolo as governor of Edo State clearly threw the governor and his godfathers into a frenzy. “Channels TV, in their show, Politics Today, laid bare the mindless and unprecedented transgressions of the Independent National Electoral Commission and their conspirators, the Edo All Progressives Congress. The show must have been a difficult 30 minutes even for the most vile criminal. “Taunted by overwhelming evidence and data exposing the systemic rigging and brazen subversion of the people’s will during the September 21 governorship election, the APC, rather than covering their faces in shame, resorted to a smear campaign, lies, and propaganda to distract from the daylight robbery and undermine the integrity of institutions advocating for the judiciary to right the wrong of the electoral umpire and their conspirators. “The independent analysis broadcast yesterday is the outcome of a forensic examination of data and documents made available to the research institute by the Independent National Electoral Commission. It revealed widespread manipulation and substantial interference in the electoral process by the umpire. But the APC, a party to the robbery, would rather have the findings dismissed, distorted, or buried under a barrage of propaganda and baseless accusations. “Among other things, the centre uncovered shocking discrepancies in the election results, showing that INEC inflated the number of accredited voters by over 100,000 in 798 polling units. They also discovered that polling officers recorded 580,000 accredited voters, yet INEC’s backend mysteriously produced 687,000, further buttressing evidence of deliberate tampering with the election. “There were glaring inconsistencies between INEC’s certified results and the data uploaded to its Result Viewing Portal (IReV). Specifically, the forensic analysis revealed that PDP’s results were slashed by 11,665 votes during collation, while 32,284 votes were illegally added to APC’s tally, demonstrating the brazen manipulation and fraud perpetrated against the people of Edo State during the last governorship election. “While we sympathise with the APC over their trauma from the public exposure of their electoral fraud in Edo State by the Athena Centre, we restate our resolve to reclaim the mandate duly given by the good people of Edo State. “We trust in the impartiality of the judiciary and are confident they will rise above the distractions and intimidation tactics of the APC, ensuring justice is served and the will of the people prevails.”ast week, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on social media that Indonesia had agreed to allow Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina on death row for drug trafficking, to serve her sentence in her home country after 14 years languishing in an Indonesian prison. Days later, Law Minister Supratman Andi Atgas confirmed that President had, in principle, approved the transfer of the five remaining members of the Bali Nine, Australians convicted of drug smuggling, to their home country, where their life sentences may or may not be commuted. France has also sought leniency for its citizens imprisoned in Indonesia on similar charges. These developments suggest a shift in Indonesia’s stance on capital punishment and prisoner management. The Prabowo administration's decision to uphold an execution moratorium and signal a gradual move toward abolishing the death penalty is worthy of praise. However, its approach raises concerns about legal clarity and consistency. Without a clear legal framework in place, such ad hoc decisions risk undermining Indonesia's commitment to the rule of law. Whether you're looking to broaden your horizons or stay informed on the latest developments, "Viewpoint" is the perfect source for anyone seeking to engage with the issues that matter most. By registering, you agree with 's Please check your email for your newsletter subscription. Indonesia currently lacks a law governing the transfer of sentenced persons, even though it has treaties for mutual legal assistance and extradition. While this legislative gap may soon be addressed, questions remain about the mechanisms for repatriating death row inmates. Transferring such prisoners outside the sentencing jurisdiction sets a troubling precedent, potentially reducing judicial outcomes to political transactions. This approach risks creating moral hazard. Allowing political will, no matter how well-intentioned, to supersede judicial rulings could erode public trust in the legal system. At worst, such decisions may introduce legal uncertainty, undermine governmental credibility and signal to the international community that Indonesia’s rule of law is negotiable. Prabowo would be better served by leveraging the mechanisms already in place. Fortunately, Indonesia’s newly revised Criminal Code allows for a progressive approach to the death penalty. Inmates who have served over a decade on death row can undergo a review process, with the possibility of having their sentences commuted. This policy reflects Indonesia’s slow but steady move toward abolishing capital punishment, in line with evolving global norms and the country’s aspirations to improve its human rights record. Diplomatically, the proposed prisoner transfers may align with Prabowo’s broader “good neighbor” foreign policy, aimed at strengthening ties with regional and global partners. However, Indonesia must avoid the perception of trading legal principles for diplomatic concessions. Prabowo’s actions must demonstrate that Indonesia’s legal system is robust and not subject to external pressures, lest he is remembered as an Asian “paper tiger”. For now, the President stands on better international footing than his predecessor, Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, who pursued an aggressive anti-drug policy that tarnished the nation’s reputation abroad. That contrast underscores the need for consistency in how the death penalty is addressed in the country. Prabowo must ensure that his stance is not seen as a political tool but as part of a principled and transparent policy shift. Data from the Institute for Criminal Justice Reform shows that as of October 2023, there were 504 death row inmates in Indonesia, with 110 having languished in prison for over a decade. These figures highlight the urgent need for a comprehensive strategy for managing the death penalty, rather than piecemeal decisions driven by political expediency. The Prabowo administration has an opportunity to make history by leading Indonesia toward the abolition of capital punishment. But it must do so through clear, consistent and lawful measures, not through backdoor deals that could erode public confidence in the justice system. The rule of law must remain paramount, and any reforms must be firmly grounded in national interests and respect for human rights, not dictated by the shifting winds of geopolitical considerations.
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PLEASANTON, Calif. (AP) — PLEASANTON, Calif. (AP) — Workday Inc. (WDAY) on Tuesday reported fiscal third-quarter net income of $193 million. On a per-share basis, the Pleasanton, California-based company said it had net income of 72 cents. Earnings, adjusted for stock option expense and non-recurring costs, were $1.89 per share. The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of 12 analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.72 per share. The maker of human resources software posted revenue of $2.16 billion in the period, also surpassing Street forecasts. Ten analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $2.13 billion. This story was generated by Automated Insights ( http://automatedinsights.com/ap ) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on WDAY at https://www.zacks.com/ap/WDAYMarket analysts and economists immediately began to dissect and analyze every detail of the BOJ's upcoming event, trying to glean any clues or insights into the central bank's intentions. Speculation ran rampant, with some predicting that the BOJ could finally be ready to raise interest rates for the first time in years, signaling a shift towards a more hawkish monetary policy stance.
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The City of Greater Bendigo has assured residents there will be "no change" to how communities throughout the region celebrate or signup to continue reading The and its staff are negotiating a new enterprise bargaining agreement, but after a recent breakdown, both sides will return to the table in 2025. Under the EBA, Australia Day has been referred to as '26 January Public Holiday', raising questions about how the city planned to mark the day - if at all. The city no longer holds citizenship ceremonies on Australia Day. Australian Services Union members have rejected the EBA plan put forward to them, and industrial action from city staff in the new year has not been ruled out. Some of the improved benefits offered by the COGB to its staff included parental leave, superannuation, increases in allowances and emergency services leave. Proposed pay increases also included a year-on-year increase for the next three years including a 3.5 per cent bump in year one, three per cent in year two and 2.75 per cent in year three. Staff were also offered a one-off $500 payment for singing on to the EBA. However, city staff have rejected the proposals. A spokesperson for the COGB said "the sign-on payment of $500 is not unusual and very common practice for local and state government bodies". The spokesperson said the pay bumps would have seen a minimum of $8000 increase for staff in the coming years. "After a detailed benchmarking process the city is confident that the proposed salary increases over three years are in line with other recently approved Local Government Enterprise Agreements," they said. "The city offered significantly improved conditions to the current agreement with a focus to ensure enhanced working conditions for staff, but also a continued high quality of services to our community. "The city will reconvene with the unions and their delegates in the new year to discuss any concerns which remain on the table for both parties." Part of the EBA also referenced a shift from labelling Australia Day to the January 26 public holiday. The spokesperson said the use of the term "January 26" during negotiations between the city and unions representing COGB staff was to ensure transparency. The city spokesperson said there would be no impeding on individuals and communities celebrating January 26 however they saw fit. "Through recent ongoing bargaining negotiations with unions and the city, the use of January 26 was referenced through the log of claims and shared drafted documents to ensure a high level of transparency during discussions," the spokesperson said. "Australia Day events continue to be staged by service clubs and volunteer groups across the community. "There has been no change to these celebrations." Going forward the COGB will not hold citizenship ceremonies on January 26. "The Australian government gave the option to hold citizenship ceremonies between January 23 and 29," they said. The city has elected to hold its January citizenship ceremonies within that date range going forward but not on January 26. The Australian Services Union Victorian acting secretary Ty Lockwood said the organisation was ready to continue negotiations in "good faith". "A clear majority of people working at City of Greater Bendigo voted down the sub-standard offer put to a vote by council executives," he said. "It's disappointing that highly paid management preferred to try and force through an agreement that would take wages backwards, rather than negotiating fair pay for local people in Bendigo during a cost-of-living crisis." Mr Lockwood said a mass member meeting was scheduled for January 17, 2025 following the decision to vote down the COGB's proposals. 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