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Amateur concert photographer Larry Schorr says he can’t always keep track of the countless photos — or “pitchers” as he likes to call them — in his collection squirreled away in boxes, closets or books in his Nob Hill apartment. But if he had to choose, he says, his all-time favorite would be a close-up shot of Jello Biafra with the Dead Kennedys at the now-closed Mabuhay Gardens in 1978. Biafra’s eyes are wide, his pupils dark with intensity and the light casting his face in a glow as he screams into a microphone, frozen midsong. This expression, this pause in the heady energy of a rock ’n’ roll performance, frozen in time, is a trademark of Schorr’s style, what he likes to call “stage portraiture.” “My concert photography was a lot different than a lot of other people’s concert photography,” Schorr, 73, told The Examiner. “I go towards stillness more than I do action. I look for parts when everything is still on the stage.” Schorr’s work captured some of the most iconic 20th-century rock ’n’ roll performers, some when they were first starting out and others at their peak. He says he photographed performers such as Blondie, Pink Floyd and individual members of The Beatles (after their 1970 breakup), all at classic venues in The City and throughout the Bay Area. But unlike other concert photographers of the era, Schorr’s work has remained relatively unknown and almost entirely unpublished, save for a solo show at a local bar nearly 15 years ago and a couple of book inclusions in the last 20 years. Schorr has remained hidden from the spotlight, and with it, the photos of the legends he amassed during one of The City’s biggest eras for live music — until now. Retired from his day job as a computer programmer, Schorr said that he has in the last month gained new motivation to put himself out there for the first time as some of his subjects approach milestone anniversaries of their debut albums. He said he has seen an opportunity to reach out to them with his work. On a recent dreary December morning, Schorr told The Examiner that he had just gotten off the phone with the son of a well-known British artist he asked to remain unnamed who was excited “to see all of them” and was “really interested in buying a lot of pictures right now.” Schorr said he could have been a professional photographer if he’d wanted to, learning the trade from an uncle as a teenager and photographing his high-school yearbook. He said he graduated with a photography degree in 1973 from the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York. But ultimately, he said, he didn’t like feeling he had to “hustle” to get his photos out there. “That’s not my personality, really,” he said. “I’m a back-office kind of guy, not an out-front salesperson.” Instead, he said, he took off for San Francisco as soon as he graduated and landed a job working in a record store. From there, Schorr said, he tried to attend as many live shows as possible and feed his true passion. One of the first big shows Schorr said he remembered attending after arriving in The City was in November 1973 at the Cow Palace, where The Who was just starting its tour for the album “Quadrophenia” with Lynyrd Skynyrd as the opening act. Schorr said he recalls that night especially well because that was the iconic moment when Keith Moon, The Who’s drummer, passed out on stage and a member of the audience, Scott Halpin, was recruited from the audience to fill in. “[Moon] took a bunch of stuff backstage, and they kind of hit him while he was playing, and he went down, and they had to drag him out backstage,” Schorr said. “[Halpin] came up and he played drums on about four blues numbers with the band.” Schorr said he liked the photos he got from that night, but Cow Palace was far from his favorite venue. Armed with a single film camera at the time — a 1968 Nikon F — he said he preferred venues where he could get as close as possible to his subjects without the benefits of a press pass or other special treatment a photo pass might get him. “Most of my pictures don’t have more than one person in the picture,” he said. “Most of them, I took it with my 200 mm lens, and I was usually right up near the front.” On the rare occasion he was able to get backstage, he said, he took advantage of the situation, as he did in 1981 at the Oakland Coliseum with Blue Öyster Cult . “We got to hang out with their drummer, Albert Bouchard, our favorite one,” he said. “[Bouchard] invited us onto the tour bus, and we were just chatting about all sorts of stuff and doing lines of coke.” But that was the beginning of the end, he said, as in the 1980s, venues started becoming stricter about requiring photo passes, and he didn’t want to deal with the hassle. He said he hung up his camera, and let it gather dust for the next several decades in his closet. It wasn’t until 2010 that he approached Michael “Spike” Krouse, the owner of Madrone Art Bar at Fell and Divisadero about putting on a show of his work. “I immediately, when looking through the photographs, saw a treasure trove of images,” Krouse told The Examiner about that first meeting. Hearing Schorr’s story is what sold it, he said. “I’m kind of a history buff when it comes to that kind of stuff, ‘So I was like, ‘Oh, man, this is great,’” he said. “I mean, he had Debbie Harry at the last Sex Pistols show, he had Elvis Costello — it was all in San Francisco at clubs like the Trocadero and Mabuhay Gardens, just so many old places that no longer exist.” Krouse said the show itself was a smashing success, and he felt that under different circumstances, Schorr could have been a well-known rock-and-roll photographer due to the technical skill behind his work alone. “They should be recognized for the quality that they are ... a lot of people go through different doors in life and end up going down different paths,” Krouse said. “But here’s a guy who had one path and went down another path for different circumstances.” “It’s not often that you find somebody who puts things away and then comes back to them 30 years later,” he said. While Schorr said his heart is in film photography, he dabbles with digital cameras, although he laments that they are not the same. He said doesn’t go to too many concerts anymore, due to his age and other circumstances, but Schorr always makes time to see his favorite artist — New York-based Kristeen Young — whenever she’s in town, and he snaps pictures for her. “He’s very good at getting the right moment, shooting the right moment — he’s very much an action sort of photographer,” Young said. “From what I can tell, he doesn’t do a lot of post-work on it. it’s just very authentic, and I think that’s what people respond to.” Young said she first met Schorr around five years ago after doing a show at DNA Lounge in San Francisco through Jello Biafra, a mutual friend, and the two quickly connected over music and photography. Young is more contemporary than the other subjects Schorr used to photograph, but he said she hearkens back to the artists of the era, that she’s truly “a musician’s musician.” “She’s not like anybody else,” he said. “There’s nobody else to compare her to.” Young said that the appreciation is mutual, and he fits in with her circle. “A lot of my following are other artists and eclectic people,” she said. “It makes me really happy that he finds something in my music that he likes. While Schorr has spent most of his adult life known more by his day job as a computer programmer rather than his artistic pursuits, he said he’s hopeful that could soon change. But no matter what, he said, he wouldn’t do anything differently. “While I was shooting the pictures, there would be no stress on me; there would be no tension on me,” he said, keeping his credo going even now as he finally puts his work out there. “It’s easy-peasy, at my own pace.”Ruling on Monday after an emergency hearing at Belfast High Court, judge Mr Justice McAlinden rejected loyalist activist Jamie Bryson’s application for leave for a full judicial review hearing against Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn. The judge said Mr Bryson, who represented himself as a personal litigant, had “very ably argued” his case with “perseverance and cogency”, and had raised some issues of law that caused him “some concern”. However, he found against him on the three grounds of challenge against Mr Benn. Mr Bryson had initially asked the court to grant interim relief in his challenge to prevent Tuesday’s democratic consent motion being heard in the Assembly, pending the hearing of a full judicial review. However, he abandoned that element of his leave application during proceedings on Monday, after the judge made clear he would be “very reluctant” to do anything that would be “trespassing into the realms” of a democratically elected Assembly. Mr Bryson had challenged Mr Benn’s move to initiate the democratic consent process that is required under the UK and EU’s Windsor Framework deal to extend the trading arrangements that apply to Northern Ireland. The previously stated voting intentions of the main parties suggest that Stormont MLAs will vote to continue the measures for another four years when they convene to debate the motion on Tuesday. After the ruling, Mr Bryson told the court he intended to appeal to the Court of Appeal. Any hearing was not expected to come later on Monday. In applying for leave, the activist’s argument was founded on three key grounds. The first was the assertion that Mr Benn failed to make sufficient efforts to ensure Stormont’s leaders undertook a public consultation exercise in Northern Ireland before the consent vote. The second was that the Secretary of State allegedly failed to demonstrate he had paid special regard to protecting Northern Ireland’s place in the UK customs territory in triggering the vote. The third ground centred on law changes introduced by the previous UK government earlier this year, as part of its Safeguarding the Union deal to restore powersharing at Stormont. He claimed that if the amendments achieved their purpose, namely, to safeguard Northern Ireland’s place within the United Kingdom, then it would be unlawful to renew and extend post-Brexit trading arrangements that have created economic barriers between the region and the rest of the UK. In 2023, the UK Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the trading arrangements for Northern Ireland are lawful. The appellants in the case argued that legislation passed at Westminster to give effect to the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement conflicted with the 1800 Acts of Union that formed the United Kingdom, particularly article six of that statute guaranteeing unfettered trade within the UK. The Supreme Court found that while article six of the Acts of Union has been “modified” by the arrangements, that was done with the express will of a sovereign parliament, and so therefore was lawful. Mr Bryson contended that amendments made to the Withdrawal Agreement earlier this year, as part of the Safeguarding the Union measures proposed by the Government to convince the DUP to return to powersharing, purport to reassert and reinforce Northern Ireland’s constitutional status in light of the Supreme Court judgment. He told the court that it was “quite clear” there was “inconsistency” between the different legal provisions. “That inconsistency has to be resolved – there is an arguable case,” he told the judge. However, Dr Tony McGleenan KC, representing the Government, described Mr Bryson’s argument as “hopeless” and “not even arguable”. He said all three limbs of the case had “no prospect of success and serve no utility”. He added: “This is a political argument masquerading as a point of constitutional law and the court should see that for what it is.” After rising to consider the arguments, Justice McAlinden delivered his ruling shortly after 7pm. The judge dismissed the application on the first ground around the lack consultation, noting that such an exercise was not a “mandatory” obligation on Mr Benn. On the second ground, he said there were “very clear” indications that the Secretary of State had paid special regard to the customs territory issues. On the final ground, Justice McAlinden found there was no inconsistency with the recent legislative amendments and the position stated in the Supreme Court judgment. “I don’t think any such inconsistency exists,” he said. He said the amendments were simply a “restatement” of the position as set out by the Supreme Court judgment, and only served to confirm that replacing the Northern Ireland Protocol with the Windsor Framework had not changed the constitutional fact that Article Six of the Acts of Union had been lawfully “modified” by post-Brexit trading arrangements. “It does no more than that,” he said. The framework, and its predecessor the NI Protocol, require checks and customs paperwork on goods moving from Great Britain into Northern Ireland. Under the arrangements, which were designed to ensure no hardening of the Irish land border post-Brexit, Northern Ireland continues to follow many EU trade and customs rules. This has proved highly controversial, with unionists arguing the system threatens Northern Ireland’s place in the United Kingdom. Advocates of the arrangements say they help insulate the region from negative economic consequences of Brexit. A dispute over the so-called Irish Sea border led to the collapse of the Northern Ireland Assembly in 2022, when the DUP withdrew then-first minister Paul Givan from the coalition executive. The impasse lasted two years and ended in January when the Government published its Safeguarding the Union measures. Under the terms of the framework, a Stormont vote must be held on articles five to 10 of the Windsor Framework, which underpin the EU trade laws in force in Northern Ireland, before they expire. The vote must take place before December 17. Based on the numbers in the Assembly, MLAs are expected to back the continuation of the measures for another four years, even though unionists are likely to oppose the move. DUP leader Gavin Robinson has already made clear his party will be voting against continuing the operation of the Windsor Framework. Unlike other votes on contentious issues at Stormont, the motion does not require cross-community support to pass. If it is voted through with a simple majority, the arrangements are extended for four years. In that event, the Government is obliged to hold an independent review of how the framework is working. If it wins cross-community support, which is a majority of unionists and a majority of nationalists, then it is extended for eight years. The chances of it securing such cross-community backing are highly unlikely.By DAVID A. LIEB Artificial intelligence. Abortion. Guns. Marijuana. Minimum wages. Name a hot topic, and chances are good there’s a new law about it taking effect in 2025 in one state or another. Many of the laws launching in January are a result of legislation passed this year. Others stem from ballot measures approved by voters. Some face legal challenges. Here’s a look at some of the most notable state laws taking effect: California, home to Hollywood and some of the largest technology companies, is seeking to rein in the artificial intelligence industry and put some parameters around social media stars. New laws seek to prevent the use of digital replicas of Hollywood actors and performers without permission and allow the estates of dead performers to sue over unauthorized AI use. Parents who profit from social media posts featuring their children will be required to set aside some earnings for their young influencers. A new law also allows children to sue their parents for failing to do so. New social media restrictions in several states face court challenges. Related Articles National Politics | Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen National Politics | Exhausted by political news? 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A law there will require the state employee health plan and Medicaid plans for lower-income residents to cover abortions with no deductible , copayments or other cost-sharing requirements. A new Minnesota law prohibits guns with “binary triggers” that allow for more rapid fire, causing a weapon to fire one round when the trigger is pulled and another when it is released. In Delaware, a law adds colleges and universities to a list of school zones where guns are prohibited, with exceptions for those working in their official capacity such as law officers and commissioned security guards. Kentucky is becoming the latest state to let people use marijuana for medical purposes . To apply for a state medical cannabis card, people must get written certification from a medical provider of a qualifying condition, such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, epilepsy, chronic nausea or post-traumatic stress disorder. Nearly four-fifths of U.S. states have now legalized medical marijuana. Minimum wage workers in more than 20 states are due to receive raises in January. The highest minimum wages will be in Washington, California and Connecticut, all of which will top $16 an hour after modest increases. The largest increases are scheduled in Delaware, where the minimum wage will rise by $1.75 to $15 an hour, and in Nebraska, where a ballot measure approved by voters in 2022 will add $1.50 to the current minimum of $12 an hour. Twenty other states still follow the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. In Oregon, using drugs on public transit will be considered a misdemeanor crime of interfering with public transportation. While the measure worked its way through the legislature, multiple transportation officials said drug use on buses and trains, and at transit stops and stations, was making passengers and drivers feel less safe. In Missouri, law enforcement officers have spent the past 16 months issuing warnings to motorists that handheld cellphone use is illegal. Starting with the new year, penalties will kick in: a $150 fine for the first violation, progressing to $500 for third and subsequent offenses and up to 15 years imprisonment if a driver using a cellphone cause an injury or death. But police must notice a primary violation, such as speeding or weaving across lanes, to cite motorists for violating the cellphone law. Montana is the only state that hasn’t banned texting while driving , according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Tenants in Arizona will no longer have to pay tax on their monthly rent , thanks to the repeal of a law that had allowed cities and towns to impose such taxes. While a victory for renters, the new law is a financial loss for governments. An analysis by Arizona’s nonpartisan Joint Legislative Budget Committee estimated that $230 million would be lost in municipal tax revenue during the first full fiscal year of implementation. 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The Real Good Food Company Receives Anticipated Additional Delinquency Notice from NasdaqFormer Tulane quarterback Darian Mensah has already found a new program in Duke, while Mississippi State's Michael Van Buren Jr., Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke and Cal's Fernando Mendoza are exploring changes of their own in the transfer portal. Mensah, a redshirt freshman with three years of eligibility remaining, told ESPN on Wednesday he has transferred to Duke. He attended the Blue Devils men's basketball game against Incarnate Word on Tuesday night. The Blue Devils (9-3) will face Mississippi in the Gator Bowl, but without 2024 starting quarterback Maalik Murphy and backup Grayson Loftis, who also entered the portal. Mensah, viewed as one of the top players in the portal, threw for 2,723 yards and 22 touchdowns and completed 65.9% of his passes. He led the Green Wave to a 9-4 record and the American Athletic Conference championship game, where they lost 35-14 to Army. Tulane will play Florida in the Gasparilla Bowl on Sunday. Van Buren, Mendoza and Locke announced on social media they had entered the portal. Van Buren started eight games as a true freshmen for the Bulldogs. He threw for 1,886 yards on 55% passing with 16 total touchdowns and seven interceptions for the Bulldogs (2-10, 0-8 Southeastern Conference). He took over as the starter when Blake Shapen suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in a 45-28 loss to Florida on Sept. 21. Shapen has said he plans to return next season. Van Buren, a 6-foot-1, 200-pound passer from St. Frances Academy in Maryland, had two 300-yard performances for the Bulldogs, including 306 yards and three touchdown passes in a 41-31 road loss against Georgia. Mendoza threw for 3,004 yards in 2024 with 16 TDs, six interceptions and a 68.7 completion percentage. "For the sake of my football future this is the decision I have reached," he posted. Locke passed for 1,936 yards with 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions for Wisconsin this season. He said he will have two years of eligibility remaining at his next school. ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan cornerback Will Johnson has joined defensive tackle Mason Graham in the NFL draft. Johnson declared for the draft on Wednesday, one day after Graham decided he would also skip his senior season with the Wolverines. Both preseason All-America players are expected to be first-round picks. Johnson was limited to six games this year due to an injury. He had two interceptions, returning them both for touchdowns to set a school record with three scores off interceptions. Johnson picked off nine passes in three seasons. Graham played in all 12 games this season, finishing with 3 1/2 sacks and seven tackles for losses. He had 18 tackles for losses, including nine sacks, in his three-year career. Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson is The Associated Press offensive player of the year in the Southeastern Conference and South Carolina defensive lineman Kyle Kennard is the top defensive player. Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia was voted the top newcomer on Wednesday while the Gamecocks' Shane Beamer is coach of the year in voting by the panel of 17 media members who cover the league. Sampson led the SEC and set school records by rushing for 1,485 yards and 22 touchdowns. He is tied for third nationally in rushing touchdowns, recording the league's fifth-most in a season. Sampson was chosen on all but two ballots. Mississippi wide receiver Tre Harris and his quarterback, Jaxson Dart, each got a vote. Kennard led the SEC with 11-1/2 sacks and 15-1/2 tackles for loss. He also had 10 quarterback hurries and forced three fumbles. Beamer led the Gamecocks to just their fifth nine-win season, including a school-record four wins over Top 25 opponents. They've won their last six games and ended the regular season with a win over eventual ACC champion Clemson. South Carolina plays Illinois on Dec. 31 in the Citrus Bowl. Pavia helped lead Vandy to its first bowl game since 2018 after transferring from New Mexico State. He passed for 2,133 yards and 17 touchdowns with four interceptions. He ran for another 716 yards and six touchdowns, directing an upset of Alabama. AMES, Iowa — Matt Campbell, who led Iowa State to its first 10-win season and became the program's all-time leader in coaching victories, has agreed to an eight-year contract that would keep him with the Cyclones through 2032. University president Wendy Wintersteen and athletic director Jamie Pollard made the announcement Wednesday, four days after the Cyclones lost to Arizona State in the Big 12 championship game. “Given all the uncertainty currently facing college athletics, it was critical that we moved quickly to solidify the future of our football program,” Pollard said. “Matt is the perfect fit for Iowa State University and I am thrilled he wants to continue to lead our program. Leadership continuity is essential to any organization’s long-term success." The Cyclones won their first seven games for their best start since 1938 and are 10-3 heading into their game against Miami in the Pop Tarts Bowl in Orlando, Florida, on Dec. 28. BRIEFLY FLAG PLANT: Ohio Republican state Rep. Josh Williams said Wednesday on social media he's introducing a bill to make flag planting in sports a felony in the state. His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield. MALZAHN: Gus Malzahn, who resigned as UCF’s coach last month to become Mike Norvell’s offensive coordinator at Florida State, said he chose to return to his coaching roots rather than remain a head coach distracted by a myriad of responsibilities. Get local news delivered to your inbox!

Khargone (Madhya Pradesh): Chief Minister Mohan Yadav attended the closing ceremony of the Rural Technology National Conference, hosted by Nimar Abhyudaya Sansthan in Lepa village. The event, spanning three days, focused on the importance of rural technology and its potential to transform village life. In a significant infrastructure announcement, the Chief Minister revealed plans to construct a bridge over the Veda River between Tigriav and Bamhangaon, which will enhance connectivity in the region. The bridge would also facilitate efficient travel for villagers. Highlighting the significance of agriculture and cow rearing, CM Yadav said, "Development of villages will happen only with the ideals of Lord Krishna. Farming is not possible without cows, which have been an integral part of our ancient culture." His remarks underscored the need to revive traditional practices to ensure sustainable agricultural development. He also highlighted the importance of education in rural development, noting the impact of the institute's efforts over the past 19 years. He praised the conference as a platform for generating ideas that will foster the growth of rural technology and create employment opportunities in the villages. दुनिया में उथल-पुथल के चलते कई विकासशील देशों की जीडीपी नीचे जा रही है, वहीं यशस्वी प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी के नेतृत्व में भारत की पताका ऊँची होती जा रही है... @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/o0eb9YvjBe During the ceremony, he recognised the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in promoting rural technology and enhancing India's global standing, saying, "Our country is going through a golden period." He expressed a commitment to progress, urging attendees not to become complacent but to strive for continuous advancement. The event saw participation from various dignitaries, including organisation minister Hitanand Sharma, institute's president Lalita Deshpande besides other leaders. This successful conference marks a significant step towards enhancing rural technology and uplifting village communities through innovative approaches and traditional values.Florida lawmakers propose rolling back gun control laws passed after Parkland shooting

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Former Tulane quarterback Darian Mensah has already found a new program in Duke, while Mississippi State's Michael Van Buren Jr., Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke and Cal's Fernando Mendoza are exploring changes of their own in the transfer portal. Mensah, a redshirt freshman with three years of eligibility remaining, told ESPN on Wednesday he has transferred to Duke. He attended the Blue Devils men's basketball game against Incarnate Word on Tuesday night. The Blue Devils (9-3) will face Mississippi in the Gator Bowl, but without 2024 starting quarterback Maalik Murphy and backup Grayson Loftis, who also entered the portal. Mensah, viewed as one of the top players in the portal, threw for 2,723 yards and 22 touchdowns and completed 65.9% of his passes. He led the Green Wave to a 9-4 record and the American Athletic Conference championship game, where they lost 35-14 to Army. Tulane will play Florida in the Gasparilla Bowl on Sunday. Van Buren, Mendoza and Locke announced on social media they had entered the portal. Van Buren started eight games as a true freshmen for the Bulldogs. He threw for 1,886 yards on 55% passing with 16 total touchdowns and seven interceptions for the Bulldogs (2-10, 0-8 Southeastern Conference). He took over as the starter when Blake Shapen suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in a 45-28 loss to Florida on Sept. 21. Shapen has said he plans to return next season. Van Buren, a 6-foot-1, 200-pound passer from St. Frances Academy in Maryland, had two 300-yard performances for the Bulldogs, including 306 yards and three touchdown passes in a 41-31 road loss against Georgia. Mendoza threw for 3,004 yards in 2024 with 16 TDs, six interceptions and a 68.7 completion percentage. "For the sake of my football future this is the decision I have reached," he posted. Locke passed for 1,936 yards with 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions for Wisconsin this season. He said he will have two years of eligibility remaining at his next school. ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan cornerback Will Johnson has joined defensive tackle Mason Graham in the NFL draft. Johnson declared for the draft on Wednesday, one day after Graham decided he would also skip his senior season with the Wolverines. Both preseason All-America players are expected to be first-round picks. Johnson was limited to six games this year due to an injury. He had two interceptions, returning them both for touchdowns to set a school record with three scores off interceptions. Johnson picked off nine passes in three seasons. Graham played in all 12 games this season, finishing with 3 1/2 sacks and seven tackles for losses. He had 18 tackles for losses, including nine sacks, in his three-year career. Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson is The Associated Press offensive player of the year in the Southeastern Conference and South Carolina defensive lineman Kyle Kennard is the top defensive player. Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia was voted the top newcomer on Wednesday while the Gamecocks' Shane Beamer is coach of the year in voting by the panel of 17 media members who cover the league. Sampson led the SEC and set school records by rushing for 1,485 yards and 22 touchdowns. He is tied for third nationally in rushing touchdowns, recording the league's fifth-most in a season. Sampson was chosen on all but two ballots. Mississippi wide receiver Tre Harris and his quarterback, Jaxson Dart, each got a vote. Kennard led the SEC with 11-1/2 sacks and 15-1/2 tackles for loss. He also had 10 quarterback hurries and forced three fumbles. Beamer led the Gamecocks to just their fifth nine-win season, including a school-record four wins over Top 25 opponents. They've won their last six games and ended the regular season with a win over eventual ACC champion Clemson. South Carolina plays Illinois on Dec. 31 in the Citrus Bowl. Pavia helped lead Vandy to its first bowl game since 2018 after transferring from New Mexico State. He passed for 2,133 yards and 17 touchdowns with four interceptions. He ran for another 716 yards and six touchdowns, directing an upset of Alabama. AMES, Iowa — Matt Campbell, who led Iowa State to its first 10-win season and became the program's all-time leader in coaching victories, has agreed to an eight-year contract that would keep him with the Cyclones through 2032. University president Wendy Wintersteen and athletic director Jamie Pollard made the announcement Wednesday, four days after the Cyclones lost to Arizona State in the Big 12 championship game. “Given all the uncertainty currently facing college athletics, it was critical that we moved quickly to solidify the future of our football program,” Pollard said. “Matt is the perfect fit for Iowa State University and I am thrilled he wants to continue to lead our program. Leadership continuity is essential to any organization’s long-term success." The Cyclones won their first seven games for their best start since 1938 and are 10-3 heading into their game against Miami in the Pop Tarts Bowl in Orlando, Florida, on Dec. 28. BRIEFLY FLAG PLANT: Ohio Republican state Rep. Josh Williams said Wednesday on social media he's introducing a bill to make flag planting in sports a felony in the state. His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield. MALZAHN: Gus Malzahn, who resigned as UCF’s coach last month to become Mike Norvell’s offensive coordinator at Florida State, said he chose to return to his coaching roots rather than remain a head coach distracted by a myriad of responsibilities. Get local news delivered to your inbox!Pink had a surprise in store for fans who saw her November 18 show in Orlando, Florida. During a cover performance of Queen's "We Will Rock You," her seven-year-old son Jameson Hart played the drums alongside drummer, Brian Frasier-Moore. The pop star was wrapping up her Summer Carnival tour but decided to let her son join in on the fun. Pink's husband, Carey Hart, had been the one to share the video of Jameson drumming to social media in a loving post. The first in the slideshow on Instagram was his son rocking out, followed by a photo posing hilariously with his drumsticks. "Last show Jamo made his drumming debut," Hart wrote. "Thanks @bfm22 for not only being the baddest drummer in the game, but an epic teacher to Jamo this last few months." "Blown away by Willz how she has evolved on this tour as a performer, singer, and what life will bring her on the stage," he added, giving credit to his daughter and wife. "And to the baddest performer in the game. You have pushed through injury, fatigue, home sickness, illness, mom-ing, and every other diversity you could imagine. I couldn't be more proud of you. That's a wrap." A post shared by instagram Earlier in the year, Pink, 43, also sang along with her daughter Willow, 13, for a performance of "What About Us" at the Democratic National Convention in August. "Just do your thing," she encouraged her daughter at the time. "Whatever you don't sing, I will. It's going to be brilliant. OK? 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Titans kicker Nick Folk dealing with soreness so Tennessee added insuranceBefore the marchers set off to the top of the moor they were addressed by TV star and environmentalist Dr David Bellamy . "Windfarms are weapons of mass destruction," he told the 400-strong crowd. "They ruin people's lives, destroy the countryside and harm wildlife. "It beggar's belief that certain members of the green movement have bought into it. People just don't want them." READ MORE: It started with a community in uproar and ended with the landscape changing forever, but now this saga has a new chapter Dr Bellamy was speaking more than 20 years ago at a protest against £50m plans to build England's biggest onshore windfarm at Scout Moor , on the hills above Rochdale and Bury . Developers United Utilities and Peel Holdings said the 26, 100m high turbines, would provide clean for energy for thousands of homes. But the late Dr Bellamy and the marchers were adamant the damage to the unspoilt moor and harm to wildlife wasn't a worthwhile trade. And they weren't alone. There was widespread and significant opposition to the plans. Rochdale, Rossendale and Lancashire councils all submitted formal objections, while of hundreds of people signed petitions and attended public meetings. But ultimately their efforts failed. Scout Moor windfarm (Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News) Following a long, drawn-out planning process, the developers won, the turbines were built and the landscape changed forever. Now, more than two decades after the plans were first raised, developers are coming back for more. Cubico Sustainable Investments wants to almost double the size of the windfarm, by adding another 21 turbines . It says that Scout Moor II, as the proposal has been dubbed, would create England's biggest windfarm and could generate enough clean electricity to power over 100,000 homes. We now have a greater awareness of the climate crisis and wind turbine technology has improved significantly since the early 2000s. But for many of the original protesters the passage of time hasn't changed their views. Jane Gartside, a former councillor in Rochdale said: "There are lots of people who accept they are there. They're just a fact of life. "But I'm against the expansion just like I was against the original plans. Now these new ones are much bigger. It will be overwhelming." Christine McHugh, of Rochdale-based horticultural group Norden In Bloom, said: "The new turbines are bigger, so how deep are they going to have to dig? All that peat is going to have to come out and then there's the roads that will have to be built. "I just don't think it's that eco-friendly. There are a lot of questions to be asked." The expansion plans come after the new Labour government lifted a de facto ban on new onshore windfarms that had been in place since 2015. The move was warmly welcomed by many environmental groups. Mike Childs, the head of science, policy and research at Friends of the Earth, said: "In April, research by Friends of the Earth found that utilising less than 3% of land in England for onshore wind and solar could produce 13 times more clean energy that now generated – enough to power all households in England twice over. By harnessing the country's vast renewable power potential, the new government is staking its claim as a global leader in the green energy transition." Scout Moor windfarm could almost double in size if the plans get the go-ahead (Image: Copyright Unknown) But many local campaigners remain unconvinced. Nigel Morrell, chair of Norden Area Forum, said Scout Moor II's effect on the landscape would be 'seismic'. He added: "It is difficult at this early stage to assess the effects of this scheme. However the intention of the developers is clear. They are seeing to push ahead with the largest onshore wind farm in the country, using turbines which are far larger than existing ones spread over a far larger footprint than the present scheme. "The effect on the landscape and built heritage is likely to be seismic. Cubico's stated commitment to consult widely and thoroughly is welcome. However, there are real concerns that, even at this early stage that a number of residents and groups with concerns, throughout the area, have not received the initial communications concerning these proposals, which would allow them to engage in the process. "In common with all large projects of this type the devil will be in the detail. Until the specifics of footprint, positioning of turbines, community wealth funds, peatland restoration, and provision for the commoners, have been resolved it is difficult for anyone to reach conclusions about the benefits, or otherwise, of this proposal." John Pinder's butty van looks out over the windfarm (Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News) Others, though, have a different take. John Pinder runs the long-standing butty van in the lay-by on Edenfield Road, opposite the main path up to the windfarm. He said: "I love them. I don't like nuclear power and I don't think the turbines look that bad on the skyline. I'm all for for it. "A lot of people go up there just to look at them or sit up there and read a book. But there are a lot of NIMBYs - they just don't want it in their area. But you've got to move with the times." Ellen Bell, assistant manager at Owd Betts pub, is equally positive. "They bring people up here," she said. "We get people from all over who come to walk up to the turbines and then they come in here. "I think they look beautiful when they're turning. It's good for us and it's good for the environment." A few yards away Terry, of Edenfield, is parked up waiting for his sandwich order. He said: "Where we live you can only see two of the turbines. They've been there nearly 20 years now and we've never had any noise, that I've heard. "There was a lot of fuss when they first went up, but it soon died down. I wouldn't want one in my back garden, but I don't think there's any real local animosity to them." James Pinney, head of Northern Europe at Cubico, added: "We're excited about the opportunity for Scout Moor II to play a key role in helping the UK achieve its net zero ambitions and enhance the North West's position as a national hub for clean energy generation. “As we progress, we’re looking forward to engaging with local communities and ensuring their participation helps shape a project that leaves positive social, economic and environmental benefits for all."

Three powerful explosions rock Syrian capitalROSEN, TOP RANKED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Unisys Corporation Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation - UISLooking for an easy way to break the ice at your next holiday gathering? All the Christmas board games that we’re highlighting in this list do a great job of bringing everyone at your party closer together. Plus, they also make for great gifts, for both children and adults. 10. Last Christmas View at Amazon Looking for a Christmas-themed themed board game that’s guaranteed to make everyone at your holiday party laugh? If so, you’ll love Last Christmas , a fill-in-the-blanks card game that’s incredibly enjoyable and doesn’t take more than a minute to learn. Everyone finishes the sentence on a card, and the players take turns guessing who wrote what. The goofier the better, and the more players the merrier, since this makes it more difficult to figure out who wrote the answers. It can be a completely innocent game, but then again, it definitely doesn’t have to be either. 9. Santa Claus Charades View at Amazon Santa Claus Charades takes the classic acting game and gives it a dose of holiday-themed fun. It’s a good fit for families with younger children, since the rules focus on the images on the cards rather than the words. The game works best for four or more players, since you’ll need to divide everyone into teams. However, the box is small and portable, so you can take it with you to parties and pretty much anywhere else you’re going this December. 8. Reindeer Poop: The Card Game View at Amazon The goofy party game Reindeer Poop is all about collecting sets of gift items to match what’s on your wish list, before anyone else can do the same. Though drawing the titular ‘Reindeer Poop’ card might sound like a bad thing, it’s actually just the opposite, since it works as a wild card. You can also use elf cards to steal a gift from another player, which might alter their plans. Two to four players can join the fun, and it only takes about fifteen minutes to finish a game. It’s the perfect thing to break out while you’re waiting to open gifts. 7. Santa Claus Go Fish Card Game View at Amazon Santa Claus Go Fish is a great stocking stuffer for kids, and comes in a portable container that you can take just about anywhere. It lets you and your kids play and learn all kinds of classic card games, not just Go Fish. You’ll find special cards for Slap Jack and Old Maid in the box, and rules for all the games, which are playable with the same deck. The cards are slightly smaller than your average playing cards, and have all kinds of adorable holiday-themed pictures on them. 6. Monopoly: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation View at Amazon There are a ton of unique and exciting Monopoly editions out there, but few are as silly and quirky as Monopoly: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation . The board and its components highlight the best moments from the classic Christmas film, and will take you on a journey from Uncle Eddie’s trash heap to the Griswold family Christmas tree site. Dry turkey, Snots, and the chainsaw all make an appearance in the form of metal tokens. Add this board game to your collection and you’ll be practically guaranteed to have the hap-hap-happiest Christmas yet. 5. The Santa Claus Game View at Amazon If you’re looking for a straightforward board game that will get your kids even more excited for the holiday season, The Santa Claus Game might be a good fit for you. Each player takes on the role of Santa Claus himself, and works to give away presents while moving around a snowy winter wonderland. In the box you’ll find a pop-up Christmas tree, four small sleighs for storing pieces, and a number of gift tokens that everyone needs to give away. Speaking of gifts, this might be the perfect one for your family. 4. Clue: How the Grinch Stole Christmas View at Amazon Who stole the last can of Who-hash? Well that would of course be the mean one, Mr. Grinch. But where did he steal it, and who’s going to be the first one to figure out all the details of the crime? The Grinch-themed edition of Clue has all the exciting action of the classic mystery-solving board game, but with a few twists that perfectly suit the theme. This time, if you step on a question mark, you’ll have to draw an intrigue card. This will have a novel effect that matches one of the movie’s most iconic scenes. The layout of the board makes it easier to move between locations, and the metal tokens are surprisingly high-quality. 3. Christmas Categories View at Amazon In Christmas Categories , your goal is to answer silly holiday-themed prompts, but only with words that start with a selected letter. For example, you might draw a card that says “gifts you might give your parents”, and end up having to think of a bunch of presents you would buy them that start with the letter L. The player with the most interesting and comedic answers wins the round. It’s easy to learn, and provides joy-filled fun that brings people together and will surely make them laugh. Plus, there’s significantly more variety than your average party game, which means you can play it again and again. 2. ’Tis the Season Christmas Trivia View at Amazon Make your next trivia competition more festive with ’Tis the Season Christmas Trivia , which has questions from all kinds of classic holiday movies, from The Grinch to It’s a Wonderful Life . Besides movies, the questions included here cover TV shows, Christmas carols, and traditions for the season from other countries. You can play in teams, or work solo to prove how much you know. The cards have handy icons for question categories, and the scoring rules are simple. It’s a great game to have on hand for all your Christmas gatherings. 1. Santa Cookie Elf Candy Snowman View at Amazon Looking for a simple, action-packed party game that’s absolutely perfect for the holidays? Santa Cookie Elf Candy Snowman puts your quick thinking skills to the test and makes you wait on the edge of your seat for a match between what someone says and what card they’re playing. It’s a Christmas-themed adaption of the popular card slapping game Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza , and has identical gameplay mechanics. 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By MICHELLE L. PRICE and ROB GILLIES NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s recent dinner with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in policy and diplomacy. They were also prime trolling opportunities for Trump. Related Articles National Politics | Trump names Andrew Ferguson as head of Federal Trade Commission to replace Lina Khan National Politics | Biden says he was ‘stupid’ not to put his name on pandemic relief checks like Trump did 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 Throughout his first term in the White House and during his campaign to return, Trump has spun out countless provocative, antagonizing and mocking statements. There were his belittling nicknames for political opponents, his impressions of other political figures and the plentiful memes he shared on social media. Now that’s he’s preparing to return to the Oval Office, Trump is back at it, and his trolling is attracting more attention — and eyerolls. On Sunday, Trump turned a photo of himself seated near a smiling first lady Jill Biden at the Notre Dame ceremony into a social media promo for his new perfume and cologne line, with the tag line, “A fragrance your enemies can’t resist!” The first lady’s office declined to comment. When Trudeau hastily flew to Florida to meet with Trump last month over the president-elect’s threat to impose a 25% tax on all Canadian products entering the U.S., the Republican tossed out the idea that Canada become the 51st U.S. state. The Canadians passed off the comment as a joke, but Trump has continued to play up the dig, including in a post Tuesday morning on his social media network referring to the prime minister as “Governor Justin Trudeau of the Great State of Canada.” After decades as an entertainer and tabloid fixture, Trump has a flair for the provocative that is aimed at attracting attention and, in his most recent incarnation as a politician, mobilizing fans. He has long relished poking at his opponents, both to demean and minimize them and to delight supporters who share his irreverent comments and posts widely online and cheer for them in person. Trump, to the joy of his fans, first publicly needled Canada on his social media network a week ago when he posted an AI-generated image that showed him standing on a mountain with a Canadian flag next to him and the caption “Oh Canada!” After his latest post, Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller said Tuesday: “It sounds like we’re living in a episode of South Park.” Trudeau said earlier this week that when it comes to Trump, “his approach will often be to challenge people, to destabilize a negotiating partner, to offer uncertainty and even sometimes a bit of chaos into the well established hallways of democracies and institutions and one of the most important things for us to do is not to freak out, not to panic.” Even Thanksgiving dinner isn’t a trolling-free zone for Trump’s adversaries. On Thanksgiving Day, Trump posted a movie clip from “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” with President Joe Biden and other Democrats’ faces superimposed on the characters in a spoof of the turkey-carving scene. The video shows Trump appearing to explode out of the turkey in a swirl of purple sparks, with the former president stiffly dancing to one of his favorite songs, Village People’s “Y.M.C.A.” In his most recent presidential campaign, Trump mocked Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, refusing to call his GOP primary opponent by his real name and instead dubbing him “Ron DeSanctimonious.” He added, for good measure, in a post on his Truth Social network: “I will never call Ron DeSanctimonious ‘Meatball’ Ron, as the Fake News is insisting I will.” As he campaigned against Biden, Trump taunted him in online posts and with comments and impressions at his rallies, deriding the president over his intellect, his walk, his golf game and even his beach body. After Vice President Kamala Harris took over Biden’s spot as the Democratic nominee, Trump repeatedly suggested she never worked at McDonalds while in college. Trump, true to form, turned his mocking into a spectacle by appearing at a Pennsylvania McDonalds in October, when he manned the fries station and held an impromptu news conference from the restaurant drive-thru. Trump’s team thinks people should get a sense of humor. “President Trump is a master at messaging and he’s always relatable to the average person, whereas many media members take themselves too seriously and have no concept of anything else other than suffering from Trump Derangement Syndrome,” said Steven Cheung, Trump’s communications director. “President Trump will Make America Great Again and we are getting back to a sense of optimism after a tumultuous four years.” Though both the Biden and Harris campaigns created and shared memes and launched other stunts to respond to Trump’s taunts, so far America’s neighbors to the north are not taking the bait. “I don’t think we should necessarily look on Truth Social for public policy,” Miller said. Gerald Butts, a former top adviser to Trudeau and a close friend, said Trump brought up the 51st state line to Trudeau repeatedly during Trump’s first term in office. “Oh God,” Butts said Tuesday, “At least a half dozen times.” “This is who he is and what he does. He’s trying to destabilize everybody and make people anxious,” Butts said. “He’s trying to get people on the defensive and anxious and therefore willing to do things they wouldn’t otherwise entertain if they had their wits about them. I don’t know why anybody is surprised by it.” Gillies reported from Toronto. Associated Press writer Darlene Superville contributed to this report.NoneDana Carvey Says Elon Musk's 'Incredible Accent' Tough to Mimic on 'SNL'Ridgefield School District puts two levies February ballot; building third elementary school proposed

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MCDONALD'S customers can't wait for a big change the fast food giant is about to make to its menu in just days. Those with a sweet tooth had been calling for the return of the drink which appeared for just one week at the end of summer. Advertisement 3 The chain has announced the return of its Grimace Shake 3 The drink is inspired by its mascot Grimace The Grimace Shake was originally introduced in the US in 2023 to celebrate the 52nd birthday of Grimace, one of McDonald's mascots. Despite being on sale for just a month, the drink quickly garnered a cult following and trended heavily on social media. It eventually made its way to the UK for one week from August 28 to September 3 this year, to celebrate the chain's 50th anniversary of its first store opening here. Now, the fan-favourite drink will return to all 1,450 McDonald's stores across the UK on December 11. Advertisement Read More on Fast Food LOVING IT McDonald’s fans go wild for new winter menu item that’s the ‘best ever’ HOT TOPIC US fast food chain reveals menu ahead of first UK restaurant opening in DAYS The blueberry-flavoured milkshake will be available for a limited time only, lasting either two weeks or until stocks run out. That means you've got to be quick if you want to get your hands on it - as stocks sold out fast last time. Fans have already jumped on social media to show their excitement for the relaunch. In a post on Facebook announcing the return of the drink, one user was excited by the news, calling it the "nicest shake" that they had ever had in their life. Advertisement Most read in Money CHOC FULL Shoppers rush to buy Cadbury selection boxes at major supermarket for just £1 CASH FLOODS Hardy shoppers defy Storm Darragh to queue for a new Poundland VAN GO Inside Glasgow's hidden cocktail bar with new art inspired immersive menu TOP SPOTS Unassuming Scots suburb named as one of the UK's poshest Another was fearful of stocks running out and said: "Hopefully there will be enough this time and not run out after a day." Other users on X wrote: "I can't wait to try it!" I tried McDonald's Christmas menu including a dessert based on a classic festive chocolate - it beats the original - Sun Another wrote: "OMG! Can't wait." A third said: "Everyone needs to go out and try it." Advertisement But not all reaction was positive, with some calling the drink "gross". Another said: "Tasted it once, won't be having it again." A medium Grimace shake will set you back £2.69 - or £2.99 if you want to upgrade to a large. This is compared to the usual cost for a regular medium McDonald's milkshake which is £1.99 or £2.19 for a large. Advertisement How to save at McDonald's You could end up being charged more for a McDonald's meal based solely on the McDonald's restaurant you choose. Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other. You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by filling in a feedback survey found on McDonald's receipts. The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey. You'll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer. There are some deals and offers you can only get if you have the My McDonald’s app, so it’s worth signing up to get money off your meals. The MyMcDonald’s app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up. You can also bag freebies and discounts on your birthday if you’re a My McDonald’s app user. The chain has recently sent out reminders to app users to fill out their birthday details - otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats. However bear in mind that prices can vary depending on which McDonald's store you are visiting. The Grimace Shake is the first time McDonald's has mixed things up with its flavours - which are typically just strawberry, chocolate and vanilla. Like a normal McDonald's milkshake it has a creamy and milky base, combined with brightly-coloured blueberry-flavoured syrup. Previously the chain has offered other exclusive drink flavours but with its frappe menu, such as the Biscoff Frappe which was briefly available earlier this year. Advertisement Read more on the Scottish Sun FERRY WINDY Ferry stranded amid Storm Darragh as passengers stuck on ship for 12 hours HORROR BLAZE Huge fire erupts at Scots industrial estate as emergency crews race to scene To keep track of new menu items and their prices you can use the McDonald's app , which can also help you collect points and rewards. For example, there is a whole new 2024 winter menu to get stuck into, with the return of more fan-favourites as well as brand-new additions. 3 McDonald's announced the drink will be available in its UK restaurants from December 11 Credit: Getty

NoneBy MICHELLE L. PRICE and ROB GILLIES NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s recent dinner with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in policy and diplomacy. They were also prime trolling opportunities for Trump. 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? Throughout his first term in the White House and during his campaign to return, Trump has spun out countless provocative, antagonizing and mocking statements. There were his belittling nicknames for political opponents, his impressions of other political figures and the plentiful memes he shared on social media. Now that’s he’s preparing to return to the Oval Office, Trump is back at it, and his trolling is attracting more attention — and eyerolls. On Sunday, Trump turned a photo of himself seated near a smiling first lady Jill Biden at the Notre Dame ceremony into a social media promo for his new perfume and cologne line, with the tag line, “A fragrance your enemies can’t resist!” The first lady’s office declined to comment. When Trudeau hastily flew to Florida to meet with Trump last month over the president-elect’s threat to impose a 25% tax on all Canadian products entering the U.S., the Republican tossed out the idea that Canada become the 51st U.S. state. The Canadians passed off the comment as a joke, but Trump has continued to play up the dig, including in a post Tuesday morning on his social media network referring to the prime minister as “Governor Justin Trudeau of the Great State of Canada.” After decades as an entertainer and tabloid fixture, Trump has a flair for the provocative that is aimed at attracting attention and, in his most recent incarnation as a politician, mobilizing fans. He has long relished poking at his opponents, both to demean and minimize them and to delight supporters who share his irreverent comments and posts widely online and cheer for them in person. Trump, to the joy of his fans, first publicly needled Canada on his social media network a week ago when he posted an AI-generated image that showed him standing on a mountain with a Canadian flag next to him and the caption “Oh Canada!” After his latest post, Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller said Tuesday: “It sounds like we’re living in a episode of South Park.” Trudeau said earlier this week that when it comes to Trump, “his approach will often be to challenge people, to destabilize a negotiating partner, to offer uncertainty and even sometimes a bit of chaos into the well established hallways of democracies and institutions and one of the most important things for us to do is not to freak out, not to panic.” Even Thanksgiving dinner isn’t a trolling-free zone for Trump’s adversaries. On Thanksgiving Day, Trump posted a movie clip from “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” with President Joe Biden and other Democrats’ faces superimposed on the characters in a spoof of the turkey-carving scene. The video shows Trump appearing to explode out of the turkey in a swirl of purple sparks, with the former president stiffly dancing to one of his favorite songs, Village People’s “Y.M.C.A.” In his most recent presidential campaign, Trump mocked Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, refusing to call his GOP primary opponent by his real name and instead dubbing him “Ron DeSanctimonious.” He added, for good measure, in a post on his Truth Social network: “I will never call Ron DeSanctimonious ‘Meatball’ Ron, as the Fake News is insisting I will.” As he campaigned against Biden, Trump taunted him in online posts and with comments and impressions at his rallies, deriding the president over his intellect, his walk, his golf game and even his beach body. After Vice President Kamala Harris took over Biden’s spot as the Democratic nominee, Trump repeatedly suggested she never worked at McDonalds while in college. Trump, true to form, turned his mocking into a spectacle by appearing at a Pennsylvania McDonalds in October, when he manned the fries station and held an impromptu news conference from the restaurant drive-thru. Trump’s team thinks people should get a sense of humor. “President Trump is a master at messaging and he’s always relatable to the average person, whereas many media members take themselves too seriously and have no concept of anything else other than suffering from Trump Derangement Syndrome,” said Steven Cheung, Trump’s communications director. “President Trump will Make America Great Again and we are getting back to a sense of optimism after a tumultuous four years.” Though both the Biden and Harris campaigns created and shared memes and launched other stunts to respond to Trump’s taunts, so far America’s neighbors to the north are not taking the bait. “I don’t think we should necessarily look on Truth Social for public policy,” Miller said. Gerald Butts, a former top adviser to Trudeau and a close friend, said Trump brought up the 51st state line to Trudeau repeatedly during Trump’s first term in office. “Oh God,” Butts said Tuesday, “At least a half dozen times.” “This is who he is and what he does. He’s trying to destabilize everybody and make people anxious,” Butts said. “He’s trying to get people on the defensive and anxious and therefore willing to do things they wouldn’t otherwise entertain if they had their wits about them. I don’t know why anybody is surprised by it.” Gillies reported from Toronto. Associated Press writer Darlene Superville contributed to this report.

Ranchi: Expressing gratitude to the people for greeting him on his electoral success, JMM leader Hemant Soren on Sunday urged those coming to meet him to gift him books, not flower bouquets. Soren’s JMM-led alliance stormed to power in Jharkhand for a second consecutive term on Saturday, winning 56 seats in the 81-member assembly, despite an all-out blitz by the BJP-led NDA, which managed only 24 seats. “My heartfelt thanks to everyone for the good wishes I am receiving from across the country. Like 2019, I would again request everyone that if you are coming to meet me, then instead of a ‘bouquet’, give me a ‘book’,” he posted on X. “While I was in jail, I got a lot of time to read the books that you all gifted me. Thank you to everyone for this,” he added. पूरे देश से मिल रही शुभकामनाओं के लिए सभी का हृदय से धन्यवाद। 2019 की तरह पुनः सभी से अनुरोध करूंगा कि अगर आप मुझसे मिलने आ रहे हैं तो "बुके" की जगह "बुक" अर्थात किताब दें। जेल में रहने के दौरान आप सबके द्वारा उपहार स्वरूप दी गई किताबों को पढ़ने का काफ़ी समय मिला, इसके लिए... Soren will take oath as the chief minister on November 28, and till then he will be the acting CM. In 2019, Soren had made the same request to the people and shared photos of a bunch of bouquets given to him, saying he felt bad when he couldn’t take care of the flowers.

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KUWAIT: The National Council for Culture, Arts, and Letters (NCCAL) is collaborating with the French Research Centre of the Arabian Peninsula (CEFREPA) to equip Kuwaiti architects and archaeologists with the skills needed to restore and preserve the country’s historical buildings. As part of the collaboration, French scientific research company ARCHAÏOS has conducted a training course for a group of 10 architects and engineers from NCCAL. French Ambassador to Kuwait Olivier Gauvin highlighted France’s efforts in heritage preservation. “As you know, France is very active in this field and has established an international network of nearly 30 research centers dedicated to the humanities and social sciences,” he said, adding that these centers are designed to foster scientific collaboration with partner countries such as Kuwait. Gauvin expressed hope that Kuwaiti French joint initiatives “will not only strengthen our collaborations, but also elevate them to a strategic level, fully aligned with Kuwait Vision 2035.” The preservation of tangible and intangible heritage stands at the heart of critical discussions around the world, he continued. Dr Makram Abbes, Director of CEFREPA, said Kuwait is home to a variety of historically significant buildings. “In Kuwait the heritage is very rich. Old buildings, old architectural style, exists, and there is a choice between demolishing these buildings, for example, Diwan Khazaal, or working on restoring (them) because of course it carries many memories,” he said. Dr Abbes emphasized that these buildings are filled with symbols that reflect Kuwait’s history, including its building techniques, as well as its scientific, cultural, and artistic heritage. He added that studying these aspects provides a clear idea of how a society lived during a certain period. “They give us a clear idea of identity, meaning these buildings are linked to identity, history, and memory,” he said. “When Kuwaiti colleagues ask us to bring expertise or access to specialists in a field, we try to provide assistance because it is a partnership, an exchange of views, of knowledge and an exchange of skills between Kuwaitis and researchers from France, Europe or others.” Zahra Ali Baba, historical buildings official at the NCCAL explained that the program, which started on December 1 and will continue until December 12, includes Kuwaiti civil engineers and architects from the department responsible for the restoration and preservation of historical buildings at the council. She explained that the program trains engineers and guides them on how to document historical buildings and analyze their stages of development over time, allowing them to identify which parts need preservation and which require restoration. She added that the lectures and workshops provided by ARCHAÏOS “will assist us in developing strategies for reusing historical buildings in Kuwait.” Reem Bukhamseen, Interior Designer and landscape architect, in the department of historical buildings at the NCCAL said that over the past week, two members from ARCHAÏOS have taught at the workshop, Sarra Ben Bader, an architect, and archeologist Gabriela Camargo-Mendez. “We focused on several key aspects related to a building and its spaces: surveying and documentation, analysis of materials and construction methods, stratigraphic and chronological assessment, functional evaluation, and restitution,” she said. 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All the signs Michelle Keegan was pregnant as actress announces she is expecting first child with husband Mark WrightBengals quarterback Joe Burrow 's home was broken into during Monday Night Football in the latest home invasion of a pro athlete in the U.S., authorities said Tuesday. No one was injured in the break-in, but the home was ransacked, according to a report provided by the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. Deputies weren't immediately able to determine what items were stolen. A person who is employed by Burrow arrived at the Anderson Township home Monday night to find a shattered bedroom window and the home in disarray. The person called their mother, and then 911 was contacted, according to the report. Deputies reached out to neighbors in an attempt to piece together surveillance footage. “Our investigators are exploring every avenue,” public information officer Kyla Woods said. The homes of Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were broken into in October. In the NBA , Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis had his home broken into Nov. 2 and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley Jr.'s home was burglarized on Sept. 15 while he was at a Minnesota Vikings game. Portis had offered a $40,000 reward for information. Both the NFL and NBA issued security alerts to players after those break-ins, urging them to take additional precautions to secure their homes. In league memos previously obtained by The Associated Press, the NFL said homes of professional athletes across multiple sports have become “increasingly targeted for burglaries by organized and skilled groups.” And the NBA revealed that the FBI has connected some burglaries to “transnational South American Theft Groups” that are “reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices.” Some of the burglary groups have conducted extensive surveillance on targets, including attempted home deliveries and posing as grounds maintenance or joggers in the neighborhood, according to officials. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

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THE NHS has issued a "stay home" warning as cases of norovirus surge - and common protection won't work. The contagious stomach bug spreads easily through close contact and eating food prepared by infected people - a stomach-turning prospect as families gathered together for festivities. 3 Health chiefs warned people with symptoms of the winter vomiting bug to stay at home Credit: PA 3 Cases of norovirus surged by 33.2 per cent in the two weeks between November 18 and December 1, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said. The total amount of infections reported was more than double the number of cases usually seen at this time of year - amounting to an 114 per cent increase. Now the NHS provided an update to social media on Friday. It advised: "Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting. read more health VIRAL GRINCH Winter 'quad-demic' could strike this Christmas as flu & norovirus cases surge BUG BEAR The 5 everyday mistakes putting you at risk of norovirus as the bug runs rife "It can be very unpleasant, but usually goes away in about 2 days. If you catch it; stay home, rest and have plenty of fluids." Common symptoms of the dreaded bug include nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Often accompanied with these symptoms is a high fever, headaches, and limb pains. These tend to appear one or two days after infection. Most read in Health FLUNAMI Scotland battered by flu-bomb with worst season in years & 1100 in hospital HUGE SHOCK My son burned candle at both ends & faces life in wheelchair after stroke at 30 MIND MATTERS How to look after your mental health if you've had a stressful Christmas OH SANTA From Brussels sprouts to Turkey - 5 Xmas leftovers that can boost your sex life The key guidance also stresses the importance of avoiding work or school until those affected are symptom-free for 48 hours. This is especially important without vomiting or diarrhoea due to the contagious nature of the virus in this timeframe. I’m a doctor and these 5 changes could be a sign of deadly lung cancer It is also recommended to stay away from hospitals and care homes to prevent any more spreading of the virus. The NHS has also stressed the importance of hand washing with soap and water to stop norovirus from spreading. Alcohol-based sanitisers aren't effective against it, which is important to note. The virus can usually be managed at home with enough rest and hydration. However it's advised to call 111 if you're concerned about a baby under one years old. Why are norovirus cases rising? UKHSA said multiple factors could be behind the surge in norovirus cases, including the increased use of PCR multiplex technology for testing - which is capable of detecting multiple gastrointestinal pathogens in one test - as well as changes to the bug after the Covid-19 pandemic. The health watchdog also noted "the emergence of an unusual norovirus genotype" dubbed GII.17 . So far into the 2024/2025 norovirus season, a whopping 89 per cent of samples belonged to norovirus genogroup 2 (GII). 3 Of these, 66.3 per cent of cases were attributed to the GII.17 genotype. "An increase of this variant has also been observed in other counties during 2024 and is being closely monitored," UKHSA noted. "At present there is no indication it leads to more severe illness." The health watchdog said there were probably more norovirus cases than data indicates. "Lab reports represent just a small proportion of total norovirus cases," UKHSA explained. "It has been estimated that for every case of norovirus reported to national surveillance in the UK there are about 288 in the community that go unreported, representing an annual burden of around 3 million cases." How can I treat norovirus? Norovirus symptoms tend to inclue nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. But sufferers can also be struck with a high temperature, stomach pain and aching limbs. People can be at risk of dehydration after getting infected with norovirus, especially young children and older or immunocompromised people. If you do get ill it is important to drink plenty of fluids during that time, to replenish those lost through diarrhoea and vomiting. Symptoms tend to strike suddenly but you will usually start to feel better within two or three days. Read more on the Scottish Sun SNOW WAY Weather maps show heavy snow for Scotland in DAYS – with -2C New Year’s chill NO CRIME Orange Order slam cops after Celtic activist was cleared over 'sectarian rants' It's important that you stay off school or work until you have not been sick or had diarrhoea for at least two days, as this is when you're most infectious. What to do if you think you have norovirus - and when to call 999 If you think you have norovirus, stay hydrated, rest, and eat bland foods when you feel better. Wash hands often, disinfect surfaces, and avoid contact with others until 48 hours after symptoms stop. Seek medical advice if symptoms are severe or prolonged. When it comes to treatment, focus on staying hydrated with water or electrolyte drinks. Rest as much as possible. Eat bland foods like toast or crackers, rice, pasta. For symptom relief, consult your doctor about over-the-counter options. Symptoms should go away in one to three days. If you or your child experiences the following, you should call 999 or go to A&E: vomit blood or have vomit that looks like ground coffee have green vomit (adults) have yellow-green or green vomit (children) might have swallowed something poisonous have a stiff neck and pain when looking at bright lights have a sudden, severe headache or stomach ache Source: Dr Bruno Silvester Lopes, Lecturer in Microbiology at Teesside University and NHSThe National Sleep Foundation recommends that adults between the ages of 18 and 64 aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night. However, this range is just a general guideline and may not be appropriate for everyone. Some individuals may function best with more or less sleep than the recommended amount.

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Speaking to reporters after the match, Reed highlighted the collective effort of the Fulham squad, emphasizing that each player contributed significantly to the team's performance. "I think everyone did really well today," Reed said. "We knew it was going to be a tough game against Arsenal, but we stuck together and fought until the end. It was a very challenging match, but we showed great character and determination."

There’s no real way to sugarcoat it, folks. The world is a bit of a mess right now. Global chaos has intensified recently – and I’m not just talking about the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East or between Russia and Ukraine. Over the weekend, rebel forces captured major cities in Syria, including Aleppo, Hama, Homs and Damascus. Rebel leader Hassan Abdul-Ghani is now in charge after launching a surprise, 11-day offensive and storming the Presidential Palace. Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family were forced to flee the country, and they have reportedly been given asylum in Russia. Iran and Russia protected Assad for decades, but both countries have withdrawn their protection – and that opened the door for the fall of Assad after 50 years of rule. Clearly, there is a leadership vacuum in the Middle East, and it will be interesting to see which countries establish diplomatic relations with Syria’s new leader. Further east of Syria, South Korea is facing its own leadership challenges. In a nationally televised address last week, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stated that he imposed Martial Law to protect the country from “anti-state forces” and North Korean sympathizers. Six hours later, though, President Yoon accepted Parliament’s vote and lifted Martial Law. President Yoon narrowly escaped impeachment after this incident because impeachment requires a two-thirds vote from Parliament. Yoon’s People Power Party has slightly over one-third of the votes in Parliament, but much of his party has deserted him. The chaos in South Korea hasn’t spread to other Asian nations yet, but other countries are adding to the current chaotic environment around the world. Take Europe, for example... Last week, the French government collapsed over a budget battle. Marine Le Pen’s National Party pushed a no-confidence vote that passed by 331 votes (288 required), which could force a new election in 60 days. The fact is President Macron’s party holds a minority in Parliament, while the National Rally Party holds the most seats. As a result, it continues to undermine Macron’s authority. So far, President Macron hasn’t declared a new election. He even stated in a nationwide address last week that he does not intend to leave and will strive to assemble a new administration that will appease Marine Le Pen. In my opinion, that’s an impossible task, and France will remain rudderless in the near term. Adding to Europe’s leadership crisis is Germany’s upcoming election. The country is expected to form a new government after the February election. The reality is that Germany has fallen into a recession, and it is worsening. In fact, union workers at nine Volkswagen AG ( VWAGY ) plants commenced two-hour strikes last week due to fears of impending layoffs and plant closures. These strikes are anticipated to expand to four hours at select plants this week. Virtually the entire automotive sector in Germany is suffering from a big drop in global demand. The reality is the Eurozone is “headless” right now. Between France’s budget woes and Germany’s upcoming election, as well as the fact that two of Europe’s largest economies are now in a recession, it’s clear that the Eurozone as a whole is now at risk of falling into a recession. If the Eurozone chaos persists, do not be surprised if the euro “breaks the buck” against the U.S. dollar. In other words, dollar-euro parity may be forthcoming. Overall, amidst all the chaos in the world, the U.S. remains an oasis. The fact of the matter is that the U.S. has a big economic advantage compared to other nations. The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% annual pace in the third quarter, and the Atlanta Fed currently estimates 3.3% annual GDP growth in the fourth quarter. And with the presidential election complete (and uncontested), the U.S. isn’t dealing with political chaos, either. So, I anticipate a flight to quality and a strong U.S. dollar will continue to drive more and more investors back to the U.S. This Week’s Ratings Changes Here in the U.S., markets began the first week of December on the right foot. Both the S&P 500 and the NASDAQ had their third straight positive week. And, after climbing 1% and 3.3%, respectively, last week, both indexes closed at record highs on Friday. This strength was, in part, thanks to the November jobs report. Last Friday, the Labor Department announced that 227,000 payroll jobs were created in November. That was slightly higher than the consensus expectation of an increase of 220,000. Most importantly, the unemployment rate rose to 4.2% in November, up from 4.1% in October due to a declining worker participation rate. Since the Fed has been more worried about unemployment than inflation lately, I expect the Federal Reserve will cut key interest rates by 0.25% at its Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on December 18. However, we will still want to watch for two key inflation measures later this week: the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Wednesday and the Producer Price Index (PPI) on Thursday (look for a Market 360 later this week covering both of these reports.) In the meantime, I want you to feel confident that your portfolio is set to grow as we finish the year. So, I looked at the latest institutional buying pressure and each company’s financial health. I decided to revise my Stock Grader (subscription required) recommendations for 102 big blue chips (subscription required.) Of these 102 stocks... I’ve listed the first 10 stocks rated as Buys below , but you can find a more comprehensive list – including all 102 stocks’ Fundamental and Quantitative Grades – here . Chances are that you have at least one of these stocks in your portfolio, so you may want to give this list a skim and adjust accordingly. Put a Powerful Quant System at Your Fingertips As I mentioned in last Thursday’s Market 360 , Stock Grader is the “secret sauce” behind some of the big wins of my career. It helps me identify “what’s working” in the market at any given time. It’s how I made over 700% on an online discount retailer in China called Vipshop Holdings Ltd. ( VIPS ) a few years ago. It’s also led me to current winners in my Growth Investor service, like NVIDIA Corporation ( NVDA ) – where we’re sitting on a gain of 3,100%! The point is getting into the right stocks at the right time is extremely difficult for most investors. 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‘Intrusive and presumptuous’: Fury in Germany after Musk backs far-right party ahead of electionsMan accused of threatening to kill, attempting to run over someone in car parkDogecoin (DOGE) investors and crypto enthusiasts might find solace in its alternatives. Making the right decisions could turn $500 to $1 million in 2026. These eight potential coins could replace DOGE with new use cases, strong ecosystems, and rapid growth. As the crypto industry grows, early adopters may receive life-changing rewards. Seize this opportunity to embark on the future of cryptocurrency wealth creation! Rexas Finance (RXS) Due to its revolutionary status, Rexas Finance (RXS) is a promising rival to Dogecoin (DOGE) for investors seeking exponential returns. Rexas Finance introduces Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization using blockchain technology, changing how real estate, commodities, and collectibles are exchanged and owned. 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Its incorporation into hundreds of projects makes it the most valuable blockchain infrastructure player. LINK's new staking function lets investors receive passive income while holding an asset with explosive upside potential, making it even more appealing. Demand for credible oracle solutions like Chainlink will rise as crypto use rises, making its fundamentals rock-solid. While trading around $15, LINK's next bull run to $200 could turn a $500 investment into a life-changing $1 million by 2026. For a token with innovation, utility, and tremendous growth potential, Chainlink is a must-have. Aptos (APT) Aptos is quickly becoming a likely Dogecoin (DOGE) replacement, with the potential to turn a $500 investment into $1 million by 2026. Last week, it rallied 18.26%, proving its resiliency and market appeal. By Monday, it had retested support and recovered most of its losses despite resistance at $15.03. Activity and developer involvement drives the Aptos ecosystem to a record $1.29 billion Total Value Locked (TVL). Due to its strong momentum, analysts expect the coin to close over $15.03. Its Relative Strength Index (RSI) is neutral, indicating space for growth, and its Bull Bear Power indicator is positive. Despite a 2.79% intraday drop, Aptos remains a top crypto option for high-growth investors. It positions itself as a revolutionary asset with huge upside potential. Cardano (ADA) Cardano (ADA) might turn a $500 investment into $1 million by 2026, making it a top Dogecoin replacement. Instead of meme-driven coins, Cardano is founded on research and innovation with a layered architecture for dependability and scalability. With fast transaction speeds and unmatched scalability, the future Hydra scaling solution strengthens its position and drives its expected 5x price increase by 2024. Institutions are interested in Cardano's supply chain tracking and digital identity systems outside the blockchain. Cardano offers a compelling potential to lead the crypto wave with its optimal blend of cutting-edge technology, real-world value, and enterprise collaborations. Would this research-driven blockchain make you the next big winner? Conclusion The eight Dogecoin (DOGE) substitutes above offer investors a chance to earn $500 into $1 million by 2026 in the fast-changing cryptocurrency market. From utility-driven Rexas Finance to innovation-focused Cardano and high-performance Tron, each token offers unique value propositions, resilient ecosystems, and scaling solutions that correspond to the future of decentralized finance. These cryptocurrencies could outperform DOGE and redefine asset ownership, trading, and wealth creation as the market grows and institutional adoption increases. 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The Department of Health spent the most on consultants for a second year, as federal government agencies report varied progress on a mission to slash outsourced labour. Black Friday Sale Subscribe Now! Login or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue Analysis of 2023-24 financial year annual reports shows Health handed out $70.8 million worth of new consultancy contracts, spending $13.9 million more than it had in the preceding year. Including expenditure on ongoing consultancy contracts, the department spent $125.9 million. Health says its use of consultants as a proportion of overall activity has remained relatively stable over the past two financial years. "The amount associated with consultancies is around 0.3 per cent of overall appropriations over the past two financial years," a spokesperson said. "This increase in the department's activity levels is related to the delivery of significant government priorities such as improving the aged care system and 'Strengthening Medicare'." Parliament House. Picture by Gary Ramage Defence trailed Health, entering into consultancy contracts worth $38.3 million in 2023-24, but topped the list for total consultancy contracts, spending $159.9 million. The figures reflect the period before the Albanese government mandated agency heads slash outsourced labour and bring core work back in-house. Reducing outsourcing bills is crucial for Labor, which is under pressure from the opposition to prove that its 36,000-place increase to the public service has been cost-effective. The latest data shows just over half of the 16 departments and two major agencies (Services Australia and the Australian Taxation Office) reduced their spending on new consultancy contracts in the 2023-24 financial year. It does not include all APS agencies, of which there are more than 100. Eight departments spent more on consultancies in the past financial year, with Services Australia, Industry and Social Services spending multi-millions on new contracts. This graph shows expenditure on new consultancy contracts in the past two financial years but does not include spending on contracts already in place. Agencies also award a broad range of contracts for other reasons, which they report as non-consultancy contracts. Non-consultancy contracts reflect a broader picture of government spending, incorporating much more than just outsourced labour. Defence soared above the rest on this measure, spending about $7.6 billion on contracts for projects such as building Australia's fleet of nuclear submarines and Defence aircraft, technology and property. This graph shows new non-consultancy contracts entered into in the past two financial years. Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher said the government had substantially reduced consultancy contracts compared to the former Coalition government. Agencies expect to cut $527 million worth of outsourced labour in 2024-25, most of which will come from contractors and labour hire rather than consultancies. "We have followed through on our promise to get this outsourcing under control and instead invest in the capability of the public service to perform this important work," Senator Gallagher said. "The facts speak for themselves. Today, there are 500 fewer consultancy contracts than there were in 2021-22. This totals a reduction of more than $130 million." READ MORE PUBLIC SERVICE NEWS: It started as a joke, but Musk's crusade to slash US public service is getting serious Big business will be required to set targets for executive boards, pay gap 'I disagree with it': Brereton pressed on robodebt mistake by parliamentary committee Spending on the big four firms, plus Accenture and Scyne Advisory, has also fallen from about $2.4 billion in 2021-22 to $1.5 billion in 2023-24. "The job of rebuilding the public service after a decade of neglect from the Liberals and Nationals is not done, but we are up for the task of making sure Australians are served by a well-resourced and community-focused APS," the Public Service Minister said. This table shows each department's total expenditure on contracts for 2023-24, and whether they spent more or less than in 2022-23. 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The construction of the Shenzhen Institute of Financial Technology, designed by the renowned Zaha Hadid Architects, is making significant progress. This 46-story tower, located in the heart of Shenzhen’s Futian district, is set to become a pivotal hub for the rapidly growing fintech industry in China. Key Takeaways Architectural Highlights The Shenzhen Institute of Financial Technology Tower stands at 199 meters tall and spans approximately 818,000 square feet. Its design is intricately linked to its urban context, with setbacks strategically placed to maximize sunlight exposure to surrounding streets and public spaces. This thoughtful approach not only enhances the building’s aesthetic appeal but also contributes to the overall urban environment. The façade’s unique composition, featuring vertical and angled glazing mullions, reflects the innovative spirit of the fintech sector. The interplay of light and shadow across the building’s surface creates a dynamic visual experience, while the use of black and bronze colors adds a touch of elegance. Sustainable Features Sustainability is a core principle of the Shenzhen Institute of Financial Technology’s design. Key features include: Smart Building Technology The integration of smart technology is a standout feature of the tower. The AI-powered system will: This innovative approach positions the Shenzhen Institute of Financial Technology as a leader in sustainable and smart architectural design, setting a benchmark for future developments in the region. Community and Collaboration Inside the tower, a series of atria will connect different floors, fostering a collaborative environment. These spaces will not only facilitate interaction among researchers and professionals but also incorporate greenery to improve air quality. The rooftop garden will serve as a versatile venue for events, exhibitions, and relaxation, further enhancing the building’s role as a community hub. As construction progresses, the Shenzhen Institute of Financial Technology is poised to become a landmark in the city, symbolizing the intersection of technology, sustainability, and architectural innovation. This project reflects Shenzhen’s commitment to being at the forefront of the global fintech landscape, driving advancements that will shape the future of finance. SourcesGlobal Gen Z Views on Beijing: A Journey Through the City's Culture, Innovation, and Ecology

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I was shocked, but sadly not surprised, to read recently that one in five small businesses have zero cash reserves. Login or signup to continue reading About 18 per cent have less than a month's worth of cash to fulfil their obligations and 21 per cent have reserves to cover only one to two months. This research commissioned by Prospa, showing the modest to zero reserves held by 60 per cent of small businesses, is frightening and a message we can't ignore. And about one in three have dipped into personal funds to pay business expenses as rising costs persist and the business cupboard is bare. Cash flow is the oxygen of enterprise. Requests for help to my agency from distressed small and family business owners seeking assistance with insolvency or the risk that a business they are dealing with is in trouble, have increased by over 50 per cent this year. Business creation and new entrepreneurship are essential to driving economic growth, generating jobs, and boosting innovation. We particularly need more younger people to take up the opportunity of owning and running a small business; yet the risk reward balance is off-putting. The drain on resources during the establishment phase can be too much. The early years for a new business can be the valley of death for cash flow. Having every available dollar to re-invest in the business will help more to survive and build the foundations for success. In Singapore, a tax discount scheme is available in the early years of a new enterprise in recognition of the need to counter this cash flow valley of death. There is merit in Australia exploring the feasibility of introducing a similar early-stage incentive in the form of a tax discount or offset scheme to support businesses retaining more of the early-stage earnings for reinvestment in the business when it is needed most. This incentive would encourage business formation and reward risk-taking to energise enterprise. Singapore's start-up tax exemption scheme is specifically designed to recognise that new "home-grown" enterprises are an important component of a vibrant economy. It provides eligible new companies the exemption for the first three years, reducing their taxable income by 75 per cent for the first $100,000 of income and by 50 per cent for the next $100,000 of income. Under that model a business with a taxable income of $200,000 would pay no tax on $125,000 for each year of assessment (with the remaining $75,000 taxed at the prevailing company tax rate). Any Australian scheme should have the characteristics and settings that would be most appropriate for our business environment and complement existing incentives. For example, alternative models could see the rate of the tax discount or offset taper over the first three years and be adapted for equivalent benefit for differing entity structures. It should also have safeguards drawing on existing initiatives to tackle illegal business "phoenixing", including DirectorID, to prevent businesses from rebirthing or restructuring in order to misuse the incentive. What is important is to send a clear message supported by practical help, that small business is crucial for our economy and our communities. Small business is rightly celebrated for generating 33 per cent of our nation's gross domestic product and providing jobs for 5.36 million people - 42 per cent of the private workforce. But in 2006, small business contributed 40 per cent of GDP and employed 53 per cent of those with a private sector job. I fear we are sleepwalking into a "big corporate economy with this worrying trajectory. We need to energise enterprise and providing a boost to inspire new small businesses will help lift our country's rate of economic growth. In the US and UK election campaigns, candidates offered support for new small businesses to get started and recognition for the self-employed. Getting the incentives right is important because we need to find the next generation of small business owners. The average age of a small business owner right now is 50 and climbing. In the 1970s, 17 per cent of business owners were under the age of 30, but that's down to 8 per cent. CPA Australia's Asia-Pacific Small Business Survey found of the 11 regions and thousands of businesses surveyed, Australia had the highest percentage of small business owners aged 50 and over. And Australia ranked third lowest for business owners under 40. The survey also found business owners aged 30 to 50 were the most likely to innovate, to use technology, to grow new value, to drive economic opportunity, which further reinforces the need to provide incentives. The ASBFEO Pulse, a world-leading health check of objective vital signs for small business, showed a sustained decline in small business conditions over the last 2 years that is now levelling out, and fewer people considering starting a business over the same period. Is the next generation increasingly not seeing self-employment or their own enterprise as a pathway for the future? At a time when young people, particularly, look for purpose as well as profit in their lives, to choose their own path and shape their own story, isn't self-employment or running your own businesses a seemingly natural fit? No one starts a small business because they are excited about the paperwork involved; yet the cumulative compliance burden and fear and consequences of doing something wrong is having a chilling effect on entrepreneurship. 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Photographers have managed to capture stunning displays of the Geminid meteor shower, which lit up the night sky across parts of England. The celestial spectacle, which returns every December and is one of the last of the year’s major meteor showers, was visible in the early hours of Saturday morning. The meteor shower was spotted in parts of Northumberland and as far south as Somerset by keen night sky photographers. The striking pictures show streaks of white light passing through the night sky. Lee Reid, an avid photographer who lives near Newcastle, drove an hour to Lindisfarne in Northumberland where he managed to find a clear patch of sky to catch a glimpse of the shower. “I could actually see the meteors on drive up, and I was getting, obviously, quite excited,” Mr Reid, 43, told the PA news agency. “Lindisfarne seems to be my lucky spot... behind me was cloud but a big portion of the skies, at sort of 5.30am in the north east region was clear. “It’s amazing because when you’re planning things for a few days and hoping and praying for some clear skies... so it’s good when a plan comes together.” Mr Reid, who works as an IT service delivery manager, said seeing natural phenomenon in the night sky inspired him to take up photography as a hobby. He said after joining photographer Will Cheung, who is a fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, on a trip to Iceland to capture the Northern Lights, he bought his first camera. “I bought a camera a week before my trip, primarily for the Northern Lights, and my photography journey spawned from then, which was March 2023,” he explained. “Now any chance I get, I’m now out in the dark skies, usually Northumberland.” Called a “meteor storm” because of its intensity, the shower is known as one of the most spectacular and consistent meteor showers. Dr Minjae Kim, research fellow in the physics department at the University of Warwick, told PA: “The Geminids are one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year. “They are fascinating as they’re one of the few major meteor showers associated with an asteroid 3200 Phaethon rather than a comet.” The shower has been known to produce more than 150 meteors per hour at its peak, although light pollution and other factors mean that in reality the actual number visible is generally far less. The Geminids originate from a rocky asteroid called 3200 Phaethon with a comet-like orbit and were first observed in 1862. The meteors, small pieces of interplanetary debris, appear to radiate from near the bright star Castor in the constellation Gemini. According to the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, meteors of the Geminid meteor shower are very bright, moderately fast, and are unusual in being multi-coloured – mainly white, some yellow and a few green, red and blue. These colours are partly caused by the presence of traces of metals such as sodium and calcium, the same effect that is used to make fireworks colourful. The Geminid meteor shower will be active until December 20 and was expected to peak between Saturday and Sunday (December 14 and 15).India-Sri Lanka Ties And Regional Dynamics

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Will Howard passed for two touchdowns and rushed for another, TreVeyon Henderson ran for a score, and No. 2 Ohio State beat previously undefeated No. 5 Indiana 38-15 on Saturday. All Ohio State (10-1, 7-1) has to do now is beat Michigan at home next Saturday and it will earn a return to the Big Ten championship game for the first time since 2020 and get a rematch with No. 1 Oregon. The Ducks beat Ohio State 32-31 in a wild one back on Oct. 12. The Hoosiers (10-1, 7-1) had their best chance to beat the Buckeyes for the first time since 1988 but were hurt by special teams mistakes and disrupted by an Ohio State defense that sacked quarterback Kurtis Rourke five times. Howard finished 22 for 26 for 201 yards. Emeka Egbuka had seven catches for 80 yards and a TD. NO. 25 ILLINOIS 38, RUTGERS 31: Luke Altmyer found Pat Bryant for a catch-and-run, 40-yard touchdown pass with 4 seconds left, sending Illinois to a wild road victory over Rutgers. Illinois (8-3, 5-3) was down 31-30 when it sent long kicker Ethan Moczulski out for a desperation 58-yard field goal with 14 seconds to go. Rutgers (6-5, 3-5) coach Greg Schiano then called for a timeout right before Moczulski’s attempt was wide left and about 15 yards short. After the missed field goal was waved off by the timeout, Illinois coach Bret Bielema sent his offense back on the field. Altmyer hit Bryant on an in cut on the left side at the 22, and he continued across the field and scored untouched in a game that featured three lead changes in the final 3:07. IOWA 29, MARYLAND 13: Kaleb Johnson rushed for 164 yards and a touchdown on a career-high 35 carries, and Kamari Moulton scored on a 68-yard run in the fourth quarter to help Iowa outlast Maryland in College Park. Johnson scored from 2 yards out in the second quarter for his 21st rushing touchdown of the season, and the Hawkeyes (7-4, 5-3) rebounded from their loss to UCLA in their previous game. Maryland (4-7, 1-7) needed to win its final two regular-season games to reach six wins and bowl eligibility, but the Terrapins were dominated in the first half and eventually fell behind 16-0. Drew Stevens made five field goals for Iowa, including kicks from 54 yards in the second quarter, then 50 and 49 in the third. LATE FRIDAY MICHIGAN STATE 24, PURDUE 17: Aidan Chiles threw for two scores in the first half to build a three-touchdown lead and Michigan State (5-6, 3-5) held on to beat Purdue (1-10, 0-8) at home. The Spartans are a win away from being eligible for a bowl with first-year coach Jonathan Smith and they play Rutgers at home in the final regular-season game. Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!COLUMBUS, Ohio — Will Howard passed for two touchdowns and rushed for another, TreVeyon Henderson ran for a score, and No. 2 Ohio State beat previously undefeated No. 5 Indiana 38-15 on Saturday. All Ohio State (10-1, 7-1) has to do now is beat Michigan at home next Saturday and it will earn a return to the Big Ten championship game for the first time since 2020 and get a rematch with No. 1 Oregon. The Ducks beat Ohio State 32-31 in a wild one back on Oct. 12. The Hoosiers (10-1, 7-1) had their best chance to beat the Buckeyes for the first time since 1988 but were hurt by special teams mistakes and disrupted by an Ohio State defense that sacked quarterback Kurtis Rourke five times. Howard finished 22 for 26 for 201 yards. Emeka Egbuka had seven catches for 80 yards and a TD. NO. 25 ILLINOIS 38, RUTGERS 31: Luke Altmyer found Pat Bryant for a catch-and-run, 40-yard touchdown pass with 4 seconds left, sending Illinois to a wild road victory over Rutgers. Illinois (8-3, 5-3) was down 31-30 when it sent long kicker Ethan Moczulski out for a desperation 58-yard field goal with 14 seconds to go. 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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former South Carolina Sen. Kay Patterson, who rose from cleaning offices at the segregated Statehouse to serving as a state legislator for over 30 years died Friday. He was 93. The South Carolina Democratic Party announced Patterson's death saying he “left an indelible mark on our state. Senator Patterson commanded everyone’s attention with his wit and wisdom.” The statement did not list a cause of death. Patterson was born in 1931 in Darlington County and raised by his grandmothers. They recalled his hardheaded spirit early, recommending he not take jobs as a golf caddy or shoe shiner because he was likely to mouth off to white people in segregated 1940s South Carolina and get in trouble. Instead, Patterson served in the military and then got his teaching degree through the GI Bill at Allen University. While in college, he cleaned offices at the segregated capitol where he and other Black people couldn't be unless they were working. "When I was a janitor, Black people couldn’t go in the Statehouse," Patterson said in a 2004 interview with the University of South Carolina. “And then one day I came back down here as a member of the House and then in '84, I came back sitting in the Senate as a senator. Now that’s a hell of a long way to come.” Patterson spent 30 years in education and was elected to the South Carolina House in 1974 and the Senate 10 years later after U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn urged him to run for the upper chamber seat. In a statement, Clyburn called Patterson “a trusted leader, a tireless champion for civil rights, and a treasured friend. He was a person of strength, determination, wisdom, and a long proponent of removing the Confederate flag from the South Carolina Statehouse dome .” Patterson was also the first Black person to serve on the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees since Reconstruction. Patterson was a key member of both the House and Senate, He served on the budget committees in both chambers and was a major voice in support of civil rights, public education and helping poor people. He adamantly demanded the Confederate flag be removed from atop the Statehouse dome and inside the House and Senate chambers long before they were taken down in 2000. The lifelong Democrat said the final years of his political career were the toughest after Republicans took over state government. His seniority no longer mattered and he felt many newer Republicans were religious hypocrites who claimed to help others but only cared for people just like themselves. A few years before he retired from the Statehouse, Patterson said it was important to respect elders and supervisors, but not be afraid to speak up if bothered or something was on one's mind. “That’s just my hallmark ever since I was a little child. It will get you in trouble now, but you can sleep well at night. And learn to treat everybody as human beings with respect,” Patterson said in the interview with the university's Champions of Civil and Human Rights in South Carolina program. “You can sleep real good at night. Right now, I’m 73 years old and sleep like a log when I go to bed because I know I’ve done no wrong to my fellow man,” Patterson said. Jeffrey Collins, The Associated Press

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Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Carter died Sunday, coming up on two years after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia. At age 52, Carter was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. Carter left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following his 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. Here's the latest: President Joe Biden has scheduled a state funeral in Washington for former President Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9. Biden also declared Jan. 9 as a National Day of Mourning across the U.S. Carter, the longest-lived former president, died Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia. He was 100. Biden also ordered U.S. flags to fly at half-staff for 30 days from Sunday. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday praised Carter for his significant contributions to international peace through the Camp David Accords, the SALT II Treaty and the Panama Canal treaties. “President Carter’s commitment to international peace and human rights also found full expression after he left the presidency,” Guterres said in a statement. "He played a key role in conflict mediation, election monitoring, the promotion of democracy, and disease prevention and eradication. These and other efforts earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 and helped advance the work of the United Nations. “President Carter will be remembered for his solidarity with the vulnerable, his abiding grace, and his unrelenting faith in the common good and our common humanity,” Guterres said. King Charles III joined leaders from around the world in issuing their condolences and sharing their reflections on the former president. “It was with great sadness that I learned of the death of former President Carter," the king said in a public statement. “He was a committed public servant, and devoted his life to promoting peace and human rights. His dedication and humility served as an inspiration to many, and I remember with great fondness his visit to the United Kingdom in 1977." President Joe Biden broke from his family vacation in the U.S. Virgin Islands to remember Carter, recalling his predecessor as a role model and friend. America and the world lost a “remarkable leader” with Carter’s death, Biden said, adding that he had spoken to several of the former president's children and was working with them to formalize memorial arrangements in Washington. Speaking for roughly 10 minutes, Biden remembered Carter as a humanitarian and statesman, someone he couldn't imagine walking past a person in need without trying to help them. He represented “the most fundamental human values we can never let slip away,” Biden said. The president repeatedly praised Carter's “simple decency” and his values, saying some will see him as a man of honesty and humility from a bygone era. “I don’t believe it’s a bygone era. I see a man not only of our time, but for all times,” Biden said. “To know his core, you need to know he never stopped being a Sunday school teacher at that Baptist church in Plains, Georgia.” Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi said on X that Carter's significant role in achieving the peace agreement between Egypt and Israel "will remain etched in the annals of history.” He went on to say Carter's “humanitarian work exemplifies a lofty standard of love, peace, and brotherhood.” Carter will be remembered as “one of the world’s most prominent leaders in service to humanity,” el-Sissi said. President Joe Biden will speak about Carter Sunday evening. The president will make his address from a hotel in St. Croix, from the U.S. Virgin Islands, where he is on a holiday vacation with his family. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter had one of the great love stories and political partnerships in U.S. presidential history. The former president sometimes called his wife, who died Nov. 19. 2023, “Rosie,” which is a good way to remember how her name actually is pronounced. It is “ROSE-uh-lyn,” not, repeat NOT, “RAHZ-uh-lyn.” They were married more than 77 years but their relationship went back even further. Jimmy’s mother, “Miss Lillian,” delivered Eleanor Rosalynn Smith at the Smith home in Plains on Aug. 18, 1927. The nurse brought her eldest child back a few days later to visit, meaning the longest-married presidential couple met as preschooler and newborn. She became his trusted campaign aide and White House adviser, surprising Washington by sitting in on Cabinet meetings. Then they traveled the world together as co-founders of The Carter Center. Most of the nation saw the former president for the last time at Rosalynn Carter’s funeral. Jason Carter is now the chairman of The Carter Center’s board of governors. He said his grandparents “never changed who they were” even after reaching the White House and becoming global humanitarians. He says their four years in Washington were just one period of putting their values into action and that the center his grandparents founded in Atlanta is a lasting “extension of their belief in human rights as a fundamental global force.” Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter traveled the world advocating for democracy and fighting disease, but Jason Carter said they weren’t motivated by pity, or arrogance that a former American president had all the answers — they ventured to remote places because they could “recognize these people.” They too were from “a 600-person village” and understood that even the poorest people “have the power ... the ability ... the knowledge and the expertise to change their own community.” As reaction poured in from around the world, President Joe Biden mourned Carter’s death, saying the world lost an “extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian” and he lost a dear friend. Biden cited Carter’s compassion and moral clarity, his work to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless and advocacy for the disadvantaged as an example for others. Biden said he is ordering a state funeral for Carter in Washington. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is remembering Carter as a man steeped “in devotion to public service and peace.” The California Democrat said in a statement Sunday that Carter was committed to “honoring the spark of divinity within every person,” something she said manifested in “teaching Sunday school in his beloved Marantha Baptist Church, brokering the landmark Camp David Accords to pave the way to peace or building homes with Habitat for Humanity.” Pelosi also said Carter led “perhaps the most impactful post-presidency in history.” British Prime Minister Keir Starmer noted in a post on X the special contribution Carter made by brokering the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt and through his work with the Carter Center. “Motivated by his strong faith and values, President Carter redefined the post-presidency with a remarkable commitment to social justice and human rights at home and abroad,” Starmer said. To commemorate Carter’s death, officials with the Empire State Building said in a post on social media that the iconic New York City landmark would be lit in red, white and blue on Sunday night, “to honor the life and legacy” of the late former president. In a statement issued Sunday, former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama said Carter’s beloved Maranatha Baptist Church “will be a little quieter on Sunday,s” but added that the late former president “will never be far away -- buried alongside Rosalynn next to a willow tree down the road, his memory calling all of us to heed our better angels.” Noting the “hundreds of tourists from around the world crammed into the pews” to see the former president teach Sunday school, as he did “for most of his adult life,” the Obamas listed Carter’s accomplishments as president. But they made special note of the Sunday school lessons, saying they were catalysts for people making a pilgrimage to the church. “Many people in that church on Sunday morning were there, at least in part, because of something more fundamental: President Carter’s decency.” The longest-lived American president died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care , at his home in the small town of Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife, Rosalynn, who died at 96 in November 2023 , spent most of their lives. “Our founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia,” The Carter Center said in posting about his death on the social media platform X. It added in a statement that he died peacefully, surrounded by his family. In his 1975 book “Why Not The Best,” Carter said of himself: “I am a Southerner and an American, I am a farmer, an engineer, a father and husband, a Christian, a politician and former governor, a planner, a businessman, a nuclear physicist, a naval officer, a canoeist, and among other things a lover of Bob Dylan’s songs and Dylan Thomas’s poetry.” A moderate Democrat, Carter entered the 1976 presidential race as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad smile, outspoken Baptist mores and technocratic plans reflecting his education as an engineer. After he left office and returned home to his tiny hometown of Plains in southwest Georgia, Carter regularly taught Sunday School lessons at Maranatha Baptist Church until his mobility declined. Those sessions drew visitors from around the world. Former Vice President Al Gore praised Jimmy Carter for living “a life full of purpose, commitment and kindness” and for being a “lifelong role model for the entire environmental movement.” Carter, who left the White House in 1981 after a landslide defeat to Ronald Reagan. concentrated on conflict resolution, defending democracy and fighting disease in the developing world. Gore, who lost the 2000 presidential election to George W. Bush, remains a leading advocate for action to fight climate change. Both won Nobel Peace Prizes. Gore said that “it is a testament to his unyielding determination to help build a more just and peaceful world” that Carter is often “remembered equally for the work he did as President as he is for his leadership over the 42 years after he left office.” During Gore’s time in the White House, President Bill Clinton had an uneasy relationship with Carter. But Gore said he is “grateful” for “many years of friendship and collaboration” with Carter. Former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, remember Carter as a man who lived to serve others. “Hillary and I mourn the passing of President Jimmy Carter and give thanks for his long, good life. Guided by his faith, President Carter lived to serve others — until the very end." The statement recalled Carter's many achievements and priorities, including efforts “to protect our natural resources in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, make energy conservation a national priority, return the Panama Canal to Panama, and secure peace between Egypt and Israel at Camp David." After he left office, the Clinton statement said, Carter continued efforts in "supporting honest elections, advancing peace, combating disease, and promoting democracy; to his and Rosalynn’s devotion and hard work at Habitat for Humanity — he worked tirelessly for a better, fairer world,” the statement said.

Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100 ATLANTA (AP) — Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent roughly 22 months in hospice care. The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy. He defeated President Gerald Ford in 1976 promising to restore trust in government but lost to Ronald Reagan four years later amid soaring inflation, gas station lines and the Iran hostage crisis. He and his wife Rosalynn then formed The Carter Center, and he earned a Nobel Peace Prize while making himself the most internationally engaged of former presidents. The Carter Center said he died peacefully Sunday afternoon in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. Jimmy Carter: Many evolutions for a centenarian ‘citizen of the world’ PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — The 39th and longest-lived U.S. president, James Earl Carter Jr., died Sunday at the age of 100. His life ended where it began, in Plains, Georgia. He left and returned to the tiny town many times as he climbed to the nation’s highest office and lost it after four tumultuous years. Carter spent the next 40 years setting new standards for what a former president can do. Carter wrote nearly a decade ago that he found all the phases of his life challenging but also successful and enjoyable. The Democrat's principled but pragmatic approach defied American political labels, especially the idea that one-term presidents are failures. Jet crash disaster in South Korea marks another setback for Boeing WASHINGTON (AP) — A machinists strike. Another safety problem involving its troubled top-selling airliner. A plunging stock price. 2024 was already a dispiriting year for Boeing, the American aviation giant. But when one of the company’s jets crash-landed in South Korea on Sunday, killing all but two of the 181 people on board, it brought to a close an especially unfortunate year for Boeing. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and aviation experts were quick to distinguish Sunday’s incident from the company’s earlier safety problems. Alan Price, an airline consultant, said it would be inappropriate to link the incident Sunday to two fatal crashes involving Boeing’s troubled 737 Max jetliner in 2018 and 2019. South Korean authorities seek warrant to detain impeached President Yoon in martial law probe SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean law enforcement officials have requested a court warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol as they investigate whether his short-lived martial law decree this month amounted to rebellion. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials, which is leading a joint investigation with police and military authorities into the power grab that lasted only a few hours, confirmed it requested the warrant on Monday. Investigators plan to question Yoon on charges of abuse of authority and orchestrating a rebellion. Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi kill 2 and injure 6 as severe weather system moves east HOUSTON (AP) — A strong storm system is threatening to whip up tornadoes in parts of the U.S. Southeast, a day after severe weather claimed at least two lives as twisters touched down in Texas and Mississippi. Strong storms moving eastward Sunday are expected to continue producing gusty, damaging winds, hail and tornadoes through Sunday. That is according to National Weather Service meteorologist Frank Pereira. So far, the line of severe weather has led to about 40 tornado reports from southeastern Texas to Alabama, Pereira said, but those reports remain unconfirmed until surveys of damage are completed. Israeli hospital says Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An Israeli hospital says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery. Jerusalem’s Hadassah Medical Center said his prostate was removed late Sunday and that he was recovering. Netanyahu’s office had said Justice Minister Yariv Levin, a close ally, would serve as acting prime minister during the procedure. Doctors ordered the operation after detecting an infection last week. Netanyahu is expected to remain hospitalized for several days. With so much at stake, Netanyahu’s health in wartime is a concern for both Israelis and the wider world. Azerbaijan's president says crashed jetliner was shot down by Russia unintentionally Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev says the Azerbaijani airliner that crashed last week was shot down by Russia, albeit unintentionally. Aliyev told Azerbaijani state television on Sunday that the aircraft was hit by fire from the ground over Russia and rendered uncontrollable by electronic warfare. He accused Russia of trying to “hush up” the issue for several days. The crash on Wednesday killed 38 of 67 people on board. Russian President Vladimir Putin apologized to Aliyev on Saturday for what he called a “tragic incident” but stopped short of acknowledging Moscow’s responsibility. Croatia's incumbent president gains most votes for re-election, but not enough to avoid a runoff ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Croatia’s incumbent President Zoran Milanovic has swept most votes in the first round of a presidential election, but will have to face a runoff against a ruling party candidate to secure another five-year term. With 99% percent of the vote counted Sunday, Milanovic won 49% while his main challenger Dragan Primorac, a candidate of the ruling HDZ party, trailed far behind with 19%. Pre-election polls had predicted that the two would face off in the second round on Jan. 12, as none of the eight presidential election contenders were projected to get more than 50% of the vote. A fourth infant dies of the winter cold in Gaza as families share blankets in seaside tents DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A fourth infant has died of hypothermia in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced by nearly 15 months of war are huddled in tents along the rainy, windswept coast as winter arrives. The baby's father says the 20-day-old child was found with his head as “cold as ice” Sunday morning in their tent. The baby’s twin brother was moved to the intensive care unit of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Their father says the twins were born one month premature and spent just a day in hospital, which like other Gaza health centers has been overwhelmed and only partially functions. 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PNY to Slash up to 60% Off Popular Digital Storage Devices for Black FridayUConn coach Dan Hurley told reporters Tuesday that star forward Alex Karaban is out for Wednesday's top-25 matchup against visiting Baylor. Karaban was transported to a hospital in Hawaii last Wednesday after sustaining a head injury during an 85-67 loss to Dayton on the final day of the Maui Invitational. Karaban hit the floor after being fouled on a contested layup with approximately 2 1/2 minutes left in the second half. He was later cleared to fly home with the rest of the team on Thursday. The junior sat out Saturday's 99-45 win over Maryland Eastern Shore, but now he will miss a more important game that pits the No. 25 Huskies (5-3) against the No. 15 Bears (5-2) in the Big 12-Big East Battle. Karaban has been UConn's leading scorer (15.9 ppg), adding 4.1 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game. A starter for each of the Huskies' last two national championship-winning seasons, Karaban owns career averages of 11.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game. Jaylin Stewart drew into the starting lineup in Karaban's place against UMES. --Field Level MediaSEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The president of South Korea early Wednesday lifted the martial law he imposed on the country hours earlier, bending to political pressure after a tense night in which troops surrounded parliament and lawmakers voted to reject military rule. President Yoon Suk Yeol, who appeared likely to be impeached over his actions, imposed martial law late Tuesday out of frustration with the opposition, vowing to eliminate “anti-state” forces as he struggles against opponents who control parliament and that he accuses of sympathizing with communist North Korea. Police and military personnel were seen leaving the grounds of parliament following the bipartisan vote to overrule the president, and the declaration was formally lifted around 4:30 a.m. during a Cabinet meeting. Parliament acted swiftly after martial law was imposed, with National Assembly Speaker Woo Won Shik declaring that the law was “invalid” and that lawmakers would “protect democracy with the people.” In all, martial law was in effect for about six hours. The president’s surprising move harkened back to an era of authoritarian leaders that the country has not seen since the 1980s, and it was immediately denounced by the opposition and the leader of Yoon’s own conservative party. Lee Jae-myung , leader of the liberal Democratic Party, which holds the majority in the 300-seat parliament, said the party’s lawmakers would remain in the Assembly’s main hall until Yoon formally lifted his order. Woo applauded how troops quickly left the Assembly after the vote. “Even with our unfortunate memories of military coups, our citizens have surely observed the events of today and saw the maturity of our military,” Woo said. While announcing his plan to lift martial law, Yoon continued to criticize parliament’s attempts to impeach key government officials and senior prosecutors. He said lawmakers had engaged in “unscrupulous acts of legislative and budgetary manipulation that are paralyzing the functions of the state.” Jo Seung-lae, a Democratic lawmaker, claimed that security camera footage following Yoon’s declaration showed that troops moved in a way that suggested they were trying to arrest Lee, Woo and even Han Dong-hoon, the leader of Yoon’s People Power Party. Officials from Yoon’s office and the Defense Ministry did not respond to requests for comment early Wednesday. Seemingly hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the Assembly, waving banners and calling for Yoon’s impeachment. Some protesters scuffled with troops ahead of the lawmakers’ vote, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or major property damage. At least one window was broken as troops attempted to enter the Assembly building. One woman tried unsuccessfully to pull a rifle away from one of the soldiers, while shouting “Aren’t you embarrassed?” Under South Korea’s constitution, the president can declare martial law during “wartime, war-like situations or other comparable national emergency states” that require the use of military force to maintain peace and order. It was questionable whether South Korea is currently in such a state. When martial law is declared, “special measures” can be employed to restrict freedom of press, freedom of assembly and other rights, as well as the power of courts. The constitution also states that the president must oblige when the National Assembly demands the lifting of martial law with a majority vote. Following Yoon’s announcement of martial law, South Korea’s military proclaimed that parliament and other political gatherings that could cause “social confusion” would be suspended, South Korea’s Yonhap news agency said. The military said anyone who violated the decree could be arrested without a warrant. In Washington, the White House said the U.S. was “seriously concerned” by the events in Seoul. A spokesperson for the National Security Council said President Joe Biden’s administration was not notified in advance of the martial law announcement and was in contact with the South Korean government. Pentagon spokesman Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said there was no effect on the more than 27,000 U.S. service members based in South Korea. The South Korean military also said that the country’s striking doctors should return to work within 48 hours, Yonhap said. Thousands of doctors have been striking for months over government plans to expand the number of students at medical schools. Soon after martial law was declared, the parliament speaker called on his YouTube channel for all lawmakers to gather at the National Assembly. He urged military and law enforcement personnel to “remain calm and hold their positions. All 190 lawmakers who participated in the vote supported the lifting of martial law. At one point, television footage showed police officers blocking the entrance of the National Assembly and helmeted soldiers carrying rifles in front of the building. An Associated Press photographer saw at least three helicopters, likely from the military, that landed inside the Assembly grounds, while two or three helicopters circled above the site. The leader of Yoon’s conservative party called the decision to impose martial law “wrong.” Lee, who narrowly lost to Yoon in the 2022 presidential election, said Yoon’s announcement was “illegal and unconstitutional.” Yoon said during a televised speech that martial law would help “rebuild and protect” the country from “falling into the depths of national ruin.” He said he would “eradicate pro-North Korean forces and protect the constitutional democratic order.” “I will eliminate anti-state forces as quickly as possible and normalize the country,” he said, while asking the people to believe in him and tolerate “some inconveniences.” Yoon — whose approval rating dipped in recent months — has struggled to push his agenda against an opposition-controlled parliament since taking office in 2022. His party has been locked in an impasse with the liberal opposition over next year’s budget bill. The opposition has also attempted to impeach three top prosecutors, including the chief of the central Seoul prosecutors’ office, in what the conservatives have called a vendetta against their criminal investigations of Lee, who has been seen as the favorite for the next presidential election in 2027 in opinion polls. During his televised announcement, Yoon also described the opposition as “shameless pro-North Korean anti-state forces who are plundering the freedom and happiness of our citizens.” He did not elaborate. Yoon has taken a hard line on North Korea over its nuclear ambitions, departing from the policies of his liberal predecessor, Moon Jae-in, who pursued inter-Korean engagement. Yoon has also dismissed calls for independent investigations into scandals involving his wife and top officials, drawing quick, strong rebukes from his political rivals. Yoon’s move was the first declaration of martial law since the country’s democratization in 1987. The country’s last previous martial law was in October 1979, following the assassination of former military dictator Park Chung-hee. Sydney Seiler, Korean chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, argued that the move was symbolic for Yoon to express his frustration with the opposition-controlled parliament. “He has nothing to lose,” said Seiler, comparing Yoon’s move to the Hail Mary pass in American football, with a slim chance of success. Now Yoon faces likely impeachment, a scenario that was also possible before he made the bold move, Seiler said. Natalia Slavney, research analyst at the Stimson Center’s 38 North website that focuses on Korean affairs, said Yoon’s imposition of martial law was “a serious backslide of democracy" that followed a “worrying trend of abuse” since he took office in 2022. South Korea “has a robust history of political pluralism and is no stranger to mass protests and swift impeachments,” Slavney said, citing the example of former President Park Geun-hye, the country’s first female president, who was ousted from office and imprisoned for bribery and other crimes in 2017 . Associated Press writers Hyung-jin Kim in Seoul, South Korea, and Matt Lee, Didi Tang and Tara Copp in Washington contributed to this report.None

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