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SAN FRANCISCO – Even in the face of their otherwise excellent start, the Warriors on Monday night endured the same lesson they’ve been enduring so often this season. Can’t say they’ve learned that lesson, as failures still are too frequent. Watch NBC Bay Area News 📺 Streaming free 24/7 The recipe to Golden State’s 128-120 loss to the Brooklyn Nets included one part of their typically poor free-throw shooting, one part unusually indifferent defense and – what surely is the most maddening – four parts of voluntary charity. The surest way to compromise any defense is by giving the opponent live-ball turnovers. “It’s impossible to defend it,” said Stephen Curry, who committed three turnovers. “And that can decide a game. We won the possession game, got 10 more shots than they did. Almost the same amount of threes (19 to Brooklyn’s 20). They got 15 more free-throw makes. But that 14 points on easy buckets or easy possessions, whether it’s them knocking down transition threes or getting to the basket, there’s no defense for it.” The Warriors handed out 13 turnovers, not a horrible number. What was damaging is that those turnovers gave Brooklyn 26 points and essentially paved a path to Golden State’s first back-to-back defeats this season – both of which came after coughing up large third-quarter leads. They led by 17 inside the final two minutes of the third quarter at San Antonio on Saturday and lost by 10 . They led by 18 with less than seven minutes remaining in the third quarter Monday and lost by eight before a sellout crowd (18,064) at Chase Center. The Nets began their surge over those final seven minutes and continued until the final buzzer. They outscored the Warriors 60-34 over the final 19 minutes. “We’ve generally done a better job of taking care of the ball, for the most part,” coach Steve Kerr said. “Thirteen turnovers [are] not a bad number, but they scored every time off them. There were some bad ones that really hurt; they were kind of automatic conversations. The ones that we had really took our momentum away, so we’ve just got to keep getting better.” The Warriors are averaging 14.6 turnovers per game, roughly the same as last season (14.3). The league has changed such that they were 23rd in turnovers last season yet have climbed to 15th-best this season. This is, however, the fifth game this season in which their donations have given opponents at least 20 points. The Nets scored 10 points off turnovers in the third quarter, which they closed with a 21-6 run. Much of what fueled their comeback can be attributed to Golden State’s live-ball turnovers. “We can’t set up our defense,” Gary Payton II explained. “At that point, we’re scrambling around. And if we’re scrambling, somebody is going to be open at some point and they get a good look. And teams are hitting them. “If we take away the live turnovers and get back on defense, I’d like our chances with our set defense.” By the time the Warriors reduced their live-ball turnovers, the energy had gone to the Nets, who scored five more gift points while finishing the Warriors in the fourth quarter. Brooklyn after halftime shot 56.1 percent from the field, including 45.5 percent from distance. That’s successive games in which the Warriors staggered toward the finish. The Warriors sit in second place in the Western Conference. They have an impressive 12-5 record. Yet even with their revamped roster, they’re displaying disturbing shades of last season, which ended with them trudging into an offseason without playoffs. “You don’t want to overreact, right?” Kerr said. “Two games ago, everyone was feeling great. We were 12-3. We’ve had big leads in late third in both games. We have to address what’s happened in these last two games. I don’t think it’s a fatigue thing. I think it’s an execution thing. “We need to execute better, and that’s on me as the coach,” he added. “We’ll get them in here tomorrow for a practice, which we need, and we’ll get back to executing better. Giving up 41 in the fourth, that’s tough to overcome.” Practice will, without a doubt, focus on execution. There also will be sufficient time to practice free throws. Either the Warriors will curb their tendency to give free money to opponents, or their impressive first month will be a distant memory – or a wistful game of “If Only” – when confronting the final weeks of the regular season. Download and follow the Dubs Talk Podcast

Fears for Gaza hospitals as fuel and aid run lowAn average of 140 women and girls were killed by a partner or relative per day in 2023, the UN saysPresident-elect Donald Trump laughed off liberal angst over tech mogul Elon Musk’s growing political influence and affirmed that the space and Tesla guru won’t be president. Last week, after Musk helped gin up political opposition to a government funding measure, Democrats dubbed him “President Musk” and seemingly angled to exploit his and Trump’s egos to pit them against each other. “All the different hoaxes, and the new one is, ‘President Trump has ceded the presidency to Elon Musk,’ ” Trump, 78, griped to a crowd at Turning Point Action’s AmericaFest in Phoenix, Ariz., on Sunday. “No, no. That’s not happening. “I’m safe. You know why? He can’t be. He wasn’t born in this country.” Under Article II of the Constitution, only natural-born citizens can be eligible for the presidency. Musk was born in South Africa and became a US citizen in 2002. Since Trump’s election victory, Musk, 53, has spent weeks hunkered down in at the president-elect’s Mar-a-Lago, Fla., estate, sitting in on key meetings with Trump and offering his advice on policy decisions. A chorus of Democrats have latched onto the world’s richest man’s pronounced political influence and worked to get under Trump’s skin by trying to suggest that the president-elect’s sway has been diminished. But Trump declined to take the bait Sunday and instead heaped praise on Musk, crowing about how the SpaceX founder’s company caught its Starship super heavy lift rocket with Mechazilla in October at Starbase. The president-elect also commended Musk for helping him win in Pennsylvania and supplying Internet access through Musk’s Starlink set-up to storm-ravaged stretches of North Carolina. “Elon’s done an amazing job. Isn’t it nice to have some smart people that we can rely on? Don’t we want that? He’s done a great job,” Trump said. “He’s a great guy, and we want to have him.” Trump has tapped Musk, alongside biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to helm the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which despite its name, is not actually a government department. Musk rankled Democrats and even some Republicans last week when he publicly assailed a compromise measure intended to prevent a government shutdown. The billionaire tycoon railed against a litany of provisions in the more than 1,500-page bill in X posts for his 208.7 million followers to see, whipping up opposition against it. Later, Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance came out publicly against the stopgap measure, sending House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) back to the drawing board. Ultimately, the House of Representatives passed a dramatically pared-down spending patch to keep the government’s lights on through mid-March. Johnson has also downplayed any concerns about Musk. “I love Elon. He’s a force multiplier for us,” Johnson recently told a customer during a stop at Target, which was caught on video.

WEST LAYFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Trey Kaufman-Renn had 18 points and Myles Colvin and Camden Heide each scored 13 to lead No. 6 Purdue to an 80-45 rout of Marshall on Saturday. Colvin and Heide were making their first starts of the season for Purdue (5-1). Braden Smith, who was averaging 14.6 points, was scoreless on an 0-for-4 shooting day. Smith had a team-high nine assists. Nate Martin led Marshall (3-2) with nine points, playing 24 minutes before fouling out with several minutes left in the game. The Boilermakers shot 55% in the first half to take a 39-24 halftime lead. However, Purdue made only one field goal in the final nine minutes of the first half. Purdue picked up the intensity in the second half, leading by as many as 41 points. The Boilermakers shot 50% for the game and held the Thundering Herd to 30%. No. 10 NORTH CAROLINA 87, HAWAII 69 HONOLULU (AP) — R.J. Davis scored 14 of his 18 points in the first half and No. 10 North Carolina pulled away from Hawaii. Elliot Cadeau had 17 points on 7-of-8 shooting, Seth Trimble scored 11 of his 13 points after halftime and Ian Jackson added 11 for the Tar Heels (3-1). Davis, an All-American guard, moved into fourth place on North Carolina’s all-time career scoring list. He overtook Sam Perkins with his free throw at the 11:59 mark of the first half. Gytis Nemeiksa led Hawaii with 16 points and had 10 rebounds. Akira Jacobs made three 3-pointers and scored 13 points off the bench. Tanner Christensen had 10 points and 10 rebounds and Marcus Green added 10 points for the Rainbow Warriors (4-1). No. 15 MARQUETTE 880, GEORGIA 69 NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — David Joplin scored a career-high 29 points and made six 3-pointers, Chase Ross had 14 points and five steals, and No. 15 Marquette beat Georgia. Joplin scored five straight Marquette points to begin a 12-3 run that Stevie Mitchell capped by banking in a shot with 1:33 remaining for a 78-66 lead. Mitchell made a steal at the other end to help seal it. Ben Gold scored a career-high 14 points and Kam Jones had 10 points and seven assists for Marquette (6-0). Jones was coming off the program’s third triple-double in more than 100 seasons when he had 17 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in 36 minutes against No. 6 Purdue on Tuesday. Gold’s previous high was 12 points at UConn on Feb. 7, 2023, while Joplin’s was 28 at DePaul on Jan. 28, 2023. Blue Cain scored 17 points and Tyrin Lawrence added 15 for Georgia (5-1). Dakota Leffew had 11 and Silas Demary Jr. 10. The Bulldogs turned it over 18 times, leading to 27 points by Marquette. No. 18 CINCINNATI 81, GEORGIA TECH 58 ATLANTA (AP) — Dillon Mitchell had 14 points and 11 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, and No. 18 Cincinnati beat Georgia Tech. Jizzle James and Cole Hickman also scored 14 points apiece for the Bearcats (5-0), who passed the first true test of the young season against their first major conference opponent in the Yellow Jackets of the ACC. Naithan George made three 3-pointers while scoring 13 points for Georgia Tech (2-3). Duncan Powell added 10 points, while leading scorer Baye Ndogo finished with just five points. No. 25 ILLINOIS 87, Md-Eastern Shire 40 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Will Riley scored his 19 points in the second half and No. 25 Illinois beat Maryland Eastern Shore. Kylan Boswell added 13 points, Tomislav Ivisic had 11 and Morez Johnson Jr. finished with 10 for the Illini (4-1), who shot 25% (10 for 40) from 3-point range but committed just nine turnovers. Tre White grabbed 11 rebounds and Kasparas Jakucionis seven for Illinois, which outrebounded the Hawks 59-38. Jalen Ware scored 10 points and Christopher Flippin had 10 rebounds for Maryland Eastern Shore (2-6), which had its lowest point total of the season. The team’s previous low came in 102-63 loss to Vanderbilt on Nov. 4.

'Looking for the Weinstein of Quebec': impresario Gilbert Rozon's civil trial begins MONTREAL — Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon's civil trial for sexual assault opened Monday at the Montreal courthouse with his lawyer portraying him as the scapegoat in a hunt to find Quebec's Harvey Weinstein. Sidhartha Banerjee, The Canadian Press Dec 9, 2024 2:58 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon and one of his lawyers, Mélanie Morin, are seen leaving the Montreal courthouse during a break in proceedings on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sidhartha Banerjee MONTREAL — Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon's civil trial for sexual assault opened Monday at the Montreal courthouse with his lawyer portraying him as the scapegoat in a hunt to find Quebec's Harvey Weinstein. Nine women who allege they were assaulted by Rozon, 70, are seeking a total of just under $14 million in damages in a case that's expected to sit until the end of March 2025. One of Rozon's lawyers, Mélanie Morin, told the court in her opening that Rozon had consensual relations with three of the women but he denies any wrongdoing. As he arrived at the courthouse, Rozon told reporters he had confidence in the justice system. Morin noted that the allegations emerged during the #MeToo movement. "Evidently, they were looking for the Weinstein of Quebec, a public person perfect for the situation," Morin said, referring to the disgraced American movie mogul. She says there was a "modus operandi" but it was the plaintiffs not Rozon who employed it, noting the victims organized quickly. She said they "contaminated" each other's memories and stories. The trial before Quebec Superior Court Justice Chantal Tremblay is the latest stage in a winding legal battle that began as a class-action lawsuit but was converted into individual suits after a 2020 Quebec Court of Appeal ruling. Bruce Johnston, one of the lawyers representing the plaintiffs, told the court they intend to prove that Rozon was a "real predator" who employed a similar technique against his victims. "He (Rozon) discovered that if he showed no interest, but then changed his attitude all of a sudden, the victim would freeze," Johnston said, and he would then take advantage of them. "That's a sexual assault ... there are still people today who don't understand this." He asked the court to consider whether it was reasonable that all nine women made up their claims. When lawyers questioned Rozon during pretrial proceedings about the women's motivation, Johnston said he responded that they were jealous of him, they wanted money and they were seeking publicity. "It demonstrates a profound incomprehension ... it's worse than an assault (for the women) to have to relive this," Johnston said. About 77 people in total are set to testify for the plaintiffs over 43 days of hearings. All nine women were in court on Monday, and when they filed their claims they agreed to be identified. The first to testify was Lyne Charlebois, a film and television director. Charlebois, who is seeking $1.7 million in compensatory and punitive damages, described an incident in 1982 where she had gone to dinner with her then boyfriend and Rozon. She and Rozon were later heading out for a drink to discuss a work opportunity, she said, when Rozon said he needed to stop at his house to change his shirt. When she entered, he turned on music and began smoking cannabis and an assault began. She froze as he allegedly sexually assaulted her in the bedroom. "That night is clearer to me than when I gave birth to my son," Charlebois testified, describing the assault as the "scare of my life." She told her loved ones at the time but said she was ashamed about what happened and it did not occur to her to go to the police. She only came forward in 2017 along with others to denounce Rozon. The others named in the lawsuits are Annick Charette, Patricia Tulasne, Anne-Marie Charette, Sophie Moreau, Danie Frenette, Guylaine Courcelles, Marylena Sicari and Martine Roy. In 2020, a Quebec court judge found Rozon not guilty on charges of rape and indecent assault connected to events alleged to have taken place in 1980 involving Annick Charette. Hers was the only complaint that made it to trial as the prosecution declined to press charges in 13 other cases. Earlier Monday, Rozon's lawyers attempted to seek a two-week postponement over concerns a new law adopted in November by Quebec's legislature improving access to justice for sexual assault victims, which came into effect last week, would impede his right to a fair trial. However Tremblay refused the request and said the matter could be dealt with later during the trial. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 9, 2024. Sidhartha Banerjee, The Canadian Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message More The Mix 10 new TV shows from 2024 that are worth watching before the new year Dec 9, 2024 3:20 PM Swift's daily impact on Vancouver may have exceeded 2010 games, says industry figure Dec 9, 2024 3:07 PM B.C. selects nine wind power projects to boost energy supply by eight per cent a year Dec 9, 2024 2:54 PM Featured Flyer

DGRS: Good Fundamentals, But Subpar Dividend GrowthFARGO, N.D. (AP) — Cam Miller threw three touchdown passes, ran for another and second-seeded North Dakota State blew past a 14-point deficit to beat 15th-seeded Abilene Christian 51-31 on Saturday in the second round of the FCS playoffs. The Bison (11-2), in the FCS playoffs for a 15th straight season and winner of nine FCS titles, will host seventh-seeded Mercer in the quarterfinals. Abilene Christian (9-5) took a 17-3 lead on a 13-yard TD pass from Maverick McIvor to J.J. Henry, a 90-yard run by Sam Hicks and a Ritse Vaes 29-yard field goal early in the second quarter. The Bison then took over, starting with Jackson Williams' 100-yard kickoff return to start a run of 31 consecutive points, 17 coming in the second quarter for a 20-17 halftime lead. The scoring streak ended when Nehemiah Martinez’s 53-yard return helped set up Hicks’ 3-yard score to get the Wildcats within 34-24. But the Bison matched that TD on their ensuing drive on Miller’s 36-yard connection with Bryce Lance to cap their 21-point third quarter. Again, the Wildcats got within 10 early in the fourth quarter on Rovaughn Banks Jr.’s 2-yard TD run. But NDSU’s Marcus Gulley returned an interception 37 yards to the ACU 9 and the Crosa kicked a field goal and Logan Kopp followed with a 31-yard pick-6. Miller was 20 of 29 for 274 yards passing. McIvor threw for 153 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions. Hicks ran for 153 yards on 16 carries. ACU, champion of the United Athletic Conference, was in its first FCS playoffs since joining the classification in 2013, and beat Northern Arizona in its first-round game. Crosa has made his 262nd career PAT to pass NDSU's Cam Pederson (2015-18) and set an FCS record. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter: https://apnews.com/cfbtop25

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Strike viewers were left saying the same thing as the latest episode of the BBC show aired on Monday, December 23. The latest series of the BBC show is based on the novel The Ink Black Heart, which is penned by J. K. Rowling, and published under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. It follows the story of Cormoran Strike as he tries to solve crimes. This series focuses on the shock murder of the writer of a cult YouTube cartoon called The Ink Black Heart. Before her death, she had met with Robin and explained that she was being harassed and threatened by someone, who she thought was the anonymous creator of an unofficial spin off game - but who is it and did they kill her? As the latest episode aired, those tuning into the show took to social media to share their thoughts. One fan wrote: "So many names. I've totally lost track of who everyone is! #Strike ," whilst a second added: " #strike I’m lost with this storyline." A third shared: " #strike bbc1 #TheInkBlackHeart Can’t say I’m really understanding what this current Strike series is all about, not being into gaming or reading comics. Good acting throughout, no foul language but the storyline is for youngsters, presumably." However, others heaped praise on the series, describing it as "brilliant". " #Strike @BBCOne Loving the latest series #TheInkBlackHeart Amazing as always. Brilliant cast and great storyline," one wrote, whilst another added: "Another great season of Strike. Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger have great chemistry. This season was definitely different from the rest, but the atmosphere and style were still quality. 10/10 series. #TheInkBlackHeart #Strike ." Another penned: "Could you drop 4 more i really dont want to wait another 2 years #Strike #TheInkBlackHeart ," whilst a fourth wrote: "Every case ends with each season of Strike but the romantic intrigue just keeps intriguing. And I’m drowning in it. Help!" For fans of the show, their favourite part is the budding romance between Cormoran and Robin. Actress Holliday Grainger said of their romance: "Their relationship is so complicated and there’s a real fear of stepping over the line and there being a sense of no return. It’s written so well in the book, the breakdown of thoughts Robin has, of not knowing if he’s going to regret it in the morning, if he’s drunk a bit too much, or if this is not the right thing for him, and what it would mean for their business. It’s only afterwards that she’s like, 'Oh, that could have been something, maybe I was overthinking it'. "That moment makes her realise how she feels towards him properly for the first time, I think. But in that moment there’s also fear of rejection, and of losing what they have, which is friendship. Robin has very few close friends, which is a big element." *Strike airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Nov. 22 (UPI) -- As news of Donald Trump 's re-election begins to ripple through North Korea 's top echelons, surprise and curiosity are inevitable reactions among its high-ranking officials. How could a former president return to office after being out of power? For those used to the rigid succession of power in North Korea's single-family dynasty , this democratic turn of events would be both puzzling and thought-provoking. In a country where political power is synonymous with the Kim family's rule, the notion that a president could lose an election, regroup, and come back to power seems almost otherworldly.The retail sector is winding down a year filled with financial distress marked by several establishments filing for Chapter 11 protection. Party City revealed on Dec. 20 that it was closing all stores and going out of business, and then filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Dec. 21. That retail collapse came a day after home goods retailer Big Lots, which already filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sept. 9, revealed on Dec. 19 that it would begin going-out-of-business sales at all remaining store locations in the coming days after a proposed sale agreement with stalking-horse bidder Nexus Capital Management collapsed. Discount retailer 99 Cents Only also collapsed months earlier as it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on April 8, 2024, liquidated and closed down all 371 locations in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas. The Container Store is another home goods retailer facing severe economic problems. The retailer faced a recent financial dilemma when potential investment partner Beyond revealed in a statement on Nov. 20 that it had concerns about a proposed $40 million investment in the retail chain after the home goods retailer had not been able to secure additional financing acceptable to Beyond. Midvale, Utah-based Beyond, which owns online retailers Overstock, Bed Bath & Beyond, Baby & Beyond, and Zulily, on Oct. 15, 2024, reached a $40 million securities purchase agreement with The Container Store Group Inc. that required the home goods retailer to secure new financing on terms commercially acceptable to Beyond as a condition to closing. Under the agreement, Beyond has the right to determine in its sole discretion the adequacy of The Container Store’s financing arrangements. In the November statement, Beyond said “the proposed financing terms we have reviewed to date fall short of what we believe is necessary to complete the transaction. As careful stewards of our shareholders’ capital, we must remain steadfast in ensuring that the terms of any financing package work for both The Container Store and Beyond.” Under the agreement, The Container Store needed to obtain acceptable financing by Jan. 31, 2025, or Beyond could cancel the deal. NYSE delisted The Container Store The situation worsened for The Container Store on Dec. 9 when the New York Stock Exchange delisted and immediately suspended the trading of the retailer’s common stock, according to an NYSE statement. It seemed like that the Beyond deal was not going forward, and The Container Store needed proceed in a different direction. The Container Store files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Struggling home goods retailer The Container Store Inc. and four affiliates filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sunday to restructure its debts with a prepackaged reorganization plan that will recapitalize the company and hand ownership of the company to its term loan lenders as a going concern. The Coppell, Texas, debtor hopes to complete the reorganization and exit bankruptcy in 35 days. Under the plan, the debtor’s lenders will provide the company with a $115 million debtor-in-possession financing and exit loan package, which includes $40 million in new money and a rollup of $75 million in prepetition debt in exchange to 100 percent new equity interest in the reorganized company, subject to dilution. The debtor said that 90 percent of its term loan lenders supported the transaction support agreement. It said that trade vendors and all other general unsecured creditors would be paid or compensated in full in the reorganization plan. The Container Store listed $969.2 million in assets and $836.3 million in debts in its petition filed on Dec. 22. The debtor, which was founded in 1978 and operates 102 stores in 34 states, specializes in storage and organization supplies, including closet and shelving systems. The debtor blamed its financial distress on reduced consumer spending on storage and organization products, fewer home sales, effects from inflation, the post-Covid-19 winddown and intense competition, according to a declaration filed by Chief Restructuring Officer Chad E. Coben.

Former Leicester City star Danny Simpson has revealed UFC star Paddy Pimblett will be his new training partner after the Premier League winner made his boxing debut. Simpson etched his name into Premier League history after being part of Leicester's stunning title triumph in 2015-16 but has since retired from football and taken up boxing. His first fight on the Misfits boxing card was against YouTuber Danny Aarons in August, with judges unable to separate the pair after scoring the contest as a split draw. Simpson was a relieved man that the fight didn't end in defeat after agreeing to wager his Premier League winners' medal against Aarons, who also bet his YouTube play button award for reaching 1million followers. Now the 37-year-old is upping the ante in his fighting career after announcing he will begin working with UFC fighter Pimblett as he bids to build on his draw against Aarons. Pimblett is one of UFC's most exciting fighters after enjoying a run of eight straight victories. The Liverpudlian secured an impressive win over King Green in July and is currently taking some time out of the ring. And it looks like Paddy "The Baddy" will be helping prepare Simpson for his next bout after the former right-back posted a picture of the pair together on social media. Simpson uploaded the picture on Instagram , showing the pair smiling while enjoying some drinks on a night out. He wrote: "Meet my new training partner," while tagging Pimblett. He is still looking for a new opponent but has teased a rematch with Aarons after an even contest that he believes he won. Speaking after his fight this summer, he said: "I'm obviously going to say that I thought I nicked it. This week has been one of the craziest weeks of my life. "We said we were going to have fun in here and I think we did. I think Danny knows I tried to jump in last minute and tried to do everything I could in the five weeks. Maybe I'll have the chance to have a full camp and I'd love to come back and have another go." Simpson started his career with Manchester United but only played three times for the Red Devils and ended up starring for a total of 10 clubs, including Newcastle United, QPR and Huddersfield Town. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday signed into law a defense bill that authorizes significant pay raises for junior enlisted service members, aims to counter China's growing power and boosts overall military spending to $895 billion despite his objections to language stripping coverage of transgender medical treatments for children in military families. Biden said his administration strongly opposes the provision because it targets a group based on gender identity and "interferes with parents’ roles to determine the best care for their children.” He said it also undermines the all-volunteer military's ability to recruit and retain talent. “No service member should have to decide between their family’s health care access and their call to serve our nation,” the president said in a statement. The Senate forwarded the bill to Biden after passing it last week by a vote of 85-14. In the House, a majority of Democrats voted against the bill after House Speaker Mike Johnson insisted on adding the provision to ban transgender medical care for children. The legislation easily passed by a vote of 281-140. Biden also objected to other language in the bill prohibiting the use of money earmarked to transfer detainees held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to some foreign countries and into the United States. He urged Congress to lift those restrictions. Get the latest breaking news as it happens. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy . The annual defense authorization bill, which directs Pentagon policy, provides a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted service members and a 4.5% increase for others. The legislation also directs resources towards a more confrontational approach to China, including establishing a fund that could be used to send military resources to Taiwan in much the same way that the U.S. has backed Ukraine. It also invests in new military technologies, including artificial intelligence, and bolsters the U.S. production of ammunition. The U.S. has also moved in recent years to ban the military from purchasing Chinese products, and the defense bill extended that with prohibitions on Chinese goods from garlic in military commissaries to drone technology. The legislation still must be backed up with a spending package. __ Associated Press writer Stephen Groves contributed to this report.LanzaTech Appoints TechnipFMC’s Former Executive Chairman Thierry Pilenko to Board of Directors

Guest Opinion: As Christmas and Hanukkah coincide, is it time for everyone to let there be holiday lights?[Source: AP] Jacques Audiard’s audacious musical “Emilia Pérez,” about a Mexican drug lord who undergoes gender affirming surgery, led nominations to the 82nd Golden Globes on Monday. They scored 10 nods to lead it over other contenders like the musical smash “Wicked,” the papal thriller “Conclave” and the postwar epic “The Brutalist.” The nominations for the Globes, which will be televised by CBS and streamed on Paramount+ on Jan. 5, were announced on Monday morning by Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut. The embattled Globes, which are no longer presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, are still in comeback mode after years of scandal and organizational upheaval. Working in the Globes favor this year: a especially starry field of nominees. Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, Angelina Jolie, Daniel Craig, Denzel Washington, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Glen Powell and Selena Gomez all scored nominations. The young Donald Trump drama “The Apprentice” also landed nominations for its two central performances, by Sebastian Stan as Trump and Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn. The president elect has called “The Apprentice” a “politically disgusting hatchet job” made by “human scum.” How much the recent president election will figure into Hollywood’s awards season remains to be seen. In the season’s first awards ceremony, the Gotham Awards, Trump went unmentioned but sometimes alluded to. Stan also received a nomination Monday for the dark comedy “A Different Man.” While “Oppenheimer” and, to a lesser degree, “Barbie,” sailed into the Globes nominations as the clear heavyweights of awards season, no such frontrunner has emerged this year — and, with the exception of “Wicked,” most of the contenders are far lighter on box office. The Globes don’t often align with the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, a much larger group that far more closely reflects the film industry. But they can give movies a major boost, and ripe fodder for their awards marketing.

CHARLOTTE AMALIE, Virgin Islands (AP) — Trey Autry scored 16 points off of the bench to help lead George Washington over Illinois State 72-64 on Monday night to claim a fifth-place finish at the Paradise Jam tournament in the Virgin Islands. Autry had five rebounds for the Revolutionaries (6-1). Gerald Drumgoole Jr. scored 16 points while going 4 of 9 from the floor, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range, and 6 for 7 from the line. Darren Buchanan Jr. shot 3 of 11 from the field and 9 for 11 from the line to finish with 15 points, while adding 10 rebounds. The Redbirds (4-3) were led by Chase Walker, who posted 18 points and two steals. Johnny Kinziger added 16 points for Illinois State. Dalton Banks also had 13 points, six rebounds and two steals. Autry scored seven points in the first half and George Washington went into the break trailing 29-27. NEXT UP George Washington's next game is Friday against VMI at home, and Illinois State visits Belmont on Wednesday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — The opportunity to harvest two big game species in the same day has been presented to West Virginia hunters this year. Monday marked the first day of the concurrent bear and buck firearm hunting seasons across 42 counties. "West Virginia has two big game species, (black) bear and white tail deer. In the counties where the concurrent seasons are observed, a properly licensed hunter can take one or both of those in a single day," said West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section Chief Paul Johansen. The two seasons will run together until Dec. 8 when the gun buck season ends. However bear season will continue until Dec. 31. Concurrent seasons for deer and bear have been held for several years now as a part of a strategy of culling the maximum number of bear from the population as possible. "When we need to harvest more bear to meet management objectives, we take advantage of the fact that the majority of our hunters are out in the field hunting during the buck season," Johansen said. Each year there are 250,000 to 275,000 buck hunters looking for deer in West Virginia. The most recent data, from 2022, counted 23,000 resident bear damage stamps and an additional 2,000 non-resident bear stamps. The weather this week also lends itself to bringing more hunters into the field for both seasons. Cool, but not frigid, temperatures and little-to-no precipitation are the best conditions for hunter comfort and attract the highest number of hunters to the field to make their harvests. Excess precipitation has the tendency to tamp down on harvest numbers, but some hunters prefer snow on the ground as it makes deer stand out against their surroundings. But too much snow can cause roads to be impassible and keep hunters out of the woods. "If they're off the couch and in the field, they're much more likely to kill a bear, (or) a deer," Johansen said Many hunters do so to fill their own freezers, but many others seek to help their neighbors. The Hunters Helping the Hungry program was established in West Virginia in 1992. Since then it has provided over 1.1 million pounds of meat to families experiencing food insecurity, by processing more than 29,000 donated deer. "Hunting is a strong tradition in West Virginia, and many of these hunters demonstrate a real willingness to share what they harvest with others. It's a great opportunity to allow the hunters to put food on tables where it's needed most," Johansen said. The deer hunting industry has an annual economic impact in West Virginia in excess of $300 million. In the last year alone, nearly 23,000 meals were generated by the program. "From what I gather talking to the folks at the food banks, getting good sources of protein is probably their most critical and limited asset that they have. So, this program is particularly important in that we get high-quality protein delivered to folks who need it the most," Johansen said. The program only accepts deer, as logistical issues necessitate a more streamlined procedure for participating meat processors.

NEVER mind running around like mad dogs – it’s the defending like headless chickens Ruben Amorim needs to worry about. The Manchester United gaffer has demanded his side put in the hard yards if they want to be part of his Red revolution. Advertisement 11 Chris Wood celebrates bagging the decisive goal for Forest Credit: AFP 11 Bruno Fernandes cracked the goal of the game, albeit in vain Credit: Reuters 11 Ruben Amorim saw his Man Utd side suffer a rollercoaster ride Credit: Reuters But it won’t matter how far, how long and how much effort he gets, if the boys at the back drop the schoolboy clangers that gifted Nottingham Forest a win. Andre Onana was the chief culprit, the Cameroon keeper coming up with TWO absolute howlers early in the second half. Yet Bruno Fernandes had a hand in one of the away-day goals, while Matthijs de Ligt didn’t exactly cover himself in glory for another. Throw in the fact that Lisandro Martinez was comprehensively outmuscled and outjumped for Forest’s quickfire opener, and it really was a rude awakening for Amorim. Advertisement READ MORE TOP FOOTBALL 'UNITED LEGEND' Man Utd pay emotional tribute to receptionist Kath Phipps after sad death If last week’s loss at Arsenal was a reality check, this was a boot in the you-know-whats. For all Forest have gone to Anfield and won this season, United gift-wrapped this for them. Nikola Milenkovic is admittedly a man mountain of a centre back, but the challenge on him to meet Elliot Anderson’s early corner was non-existent, never mind powder puff. The Fernandes pass behind team-mate Leny Yoro that gave Forest possession and began the move for their second was shocking as well. Yet nowhere near as bad as Onana’s cock-up in letting Morgan Gibbs-White ’s fizzing strike scoot past him. Advertisement Most read in Football CELTIC 3 HIBS 0 Gray rues missed chances as MOTM Schmeichel racks up ANOTHER clean sheet Breaking STAR CRASH West Ham star Michail Antonio involved in crash as club shares health update 'MADE MY DAY' 'Furious' Doak hailed after calling out ex-Scotland team-mate on the pitch SIMPLY THE BEST Ianis Hagi says the BEST is yet to come from him at Rangers now 11 11 Wood powered home the decisive goal for forest Credit: Getty FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS And worse still was the keeper’s laughable effort in watching Chris Wood ’s looping header float past him for the third. Advertisement If at first you don’t succeed, cock it up again and again and again, clearly, as far as the clowns in United shirts were concerned on Saturday. David Beckham's Heartfelt Farewell to Kath Phipps Barely a minute had gone when they were joining Wolves by leaking a seventh goal from a corner this season, the joint worst record in the Premier League. Milenkovic couldn’t believe the space he had in thumping home his header. Well Amorim DID admit United were no longer a massive team. They certainly looked like small fry when the giant Serbian centre back leapt to thud Forest ahead. Advertisement It was a lead which should have been cancelled out within a couple of minutes, as Alejandro Garnacho curled in such a gift-wrapped cross it should have come wrapped in a bow. Yet inexplicably Rasmus Hojlund had over-run the ball and failed to make a connection from six yards. You could see fans all around Old Trafford scratching their heads at that. They did draw level on 18 minutes through the Danish striker, although it WAS pretty impossible to miss, mind you. 11 Bruno Fernandes gave Man Utd hope but their fine home run ended Credit: Reuters Advertisement 11 Milenkovic enjoyed his quickfire breakthrough for Forest Credit: PA 11 Nikola Milenkovic rose to head Forest in front early on Credit: Reuters 11 Rasmus Hojlund pounced on a rebound for United's 18th minute leveller Credit: Rex Manuel Ugarte slid a perfect pass through to Alejandro Garnacho, and when Matz Sels blocked his point blank effort, Hojlund tapped into an unguarded net from ten yards. Advertisement Now United would would cut loose, you thought. Now they would make the most of their monopoly of possession. But then again...because it was Forest who went closest. First Jota headed across the crossbar from Ryan Yates’ nod back, before de Ligt deflected a shot from the same player over the top. And when another corner caused yet more chaos – will United ever learn? – Milenkovic was a foot away from bagging his second goal in a Forest shirt with a snapped sidefooter. Not that United didn’t have moments of their own, mind, like the Fernandes free kick that clipped the crossbar. Advertisement But really it doesn‘t matter how good you are at one end, if you’re a laughing stock at the other. And yesterday, frankly United were on too many occasions. It’s why they were chasing the game again two minutes after the break, when another flying Forest start brought another Forest goal. This time it ended with the Gibbs-White shot that totally bamboozled Onana, even though it was only a foot away from him. The way he reacted suggested the low strike had bent like a Roberto Carlos free kick, but in truth moved no more than six inches. It was a shocker. Advertisement There have been plenty of them in the Cameroon keeper’s time at Old Trafford. Yesterday we got two for the price of one – the only debate was which was worse. For barely three minutes after coughing up one goal to Forest, Onana was handing them another – quite literally. Wood’s looping header at the far post was decent, but really should have posed little threat. Not to a keeper of any standing, anyway. De Ligt watched it arc past, no doubt expecting Onana to scoop it out of the air. Instead the United stopper watched it float just inside the opposite post. It was genuinely unbelievable. Advertisement Oh, and just for good measure, Onana also fluffed a clearing kick so badly that really should have led to yet another goal. It was like a throwback to the days of Massimo Taibi, the Italian who was a byword for joke goalkeeping at one stage of the Fergie era. 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 Thank Heavens, then, for the right boot of Fernandes, whose sweeping strike from the edge of the box gave United half an hour to find an equaliser. The fact they never looked like doing so tells you everything. Amorim is indeed painfully spot on...United really aren‘t a massive team any more. Advertisement 11 Hojlund hails what he hoped would be a turning point for the Red Devils Credit: PA 11

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American Airlines resumes flights after a tech issue caused a nationwide groundstopHundreds of schools in England will soon offer 30 minutes of free childcare every morning as the government pushes forward with its breakfast club programme with the launch of a new trial. Applications are now open for 750 state schools with primary aged-pupils to join the “early adopter scheme”, with the first breakfast clubs expected to be running from April, the Department for Education (DfE) said. The clubs will provide a free breakfast as well as valuable extra childcare before the school day begins. In last month's Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed that the government's investment in breakfast clubs would receive a significant boost, tripling to over £30 million by 2025/26. READ MORE: Delay to permanent high school building means pupils will be taught in temporary block for a second year Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said: "This is a landmark opportunity for schools to be in the vanguard of change as we build back the foundations of an education system that breaks the link between children’s background and the opportunities they have in life. "From helping with flexible working for families to improving behaviour and attendance, the supportive start to the day that breakfast clubs provide will help drive high and rising standards for every child. "This Government is delivering change that will make a real difference to families up and down the country." The £7 million trial – which will test the model ahead of a wider national introduction – was initially announced at the Labour party conference in September. Schools interested in the scheme can apply to participate from Wednesday, November 27. The Department for Education (DfE) has announced that details of the national rollout will soon follow. Lindsey MacDonald, chief executive of the charity Magic Breakfast, commented: "It’s vital that the free school breakfast policy set to be rolled out for all primary pupils in England is fit for purpose and will achieve its intended benefits. "The scheme must ensure schools have appropriate, adequate funding which covers set-up costs and ongoing staffing, support and guidance, a nutritional and healthy menu, with flexibility being a key part of the offer to address the variety of facilities and needs of different schools. "This requires a variety of breakfast models as one size does not fit all. "Breakfast clubs offer a social and supportive start for students, and we equally want to ensure that those children who are unable to come to the club have a healthy and nutritious breakfast to kick start their day." Paul Whiteman, general secretary of the NAHT school leaders’ union, said: "It is sensible that this scheme is to be piloted on a voluntary basis, so that we can learn the lessons of what does and doesn’t work. "There are a number of important issues that will need to be teased out through the pilot, including how schools that already provide wraparound care can support the scheme. "It is critical that the Department for Education listens to the feedback of schools that participate in the pilot before moving on to a wider rollout. “The scheme must be fully funded, and it is important that the scheme doesn’t drive additional workload for already stretched school leaders.” Tiffnie Harris, primary specialist at the Association of School and College Leaders, said: “We welcome the early adopters scheme as a first step in identifying and resolving any barriers to delivering this provision ahead of it being rolled out to all primary schools. “It is important to ensure schools have sufficient staffing, space and funding to be able to manage this expectation on top of the other expectations upon them.”

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The Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), will host SVASTH-24, a student-driven conference dedicated to the future of healthcare technology on November 25 at Manipal. With its theme ‘The future of digital healthcare’ SVASTH-24 aims to connect thought leaders, innovators, and students for discussions on cutting-edge technologies transforming patient care, said a release. Dilip Jose, MDand CEO of Manipal Hospitals, delivers the keynote address, sharing his expertise on the advancements driving digital healthcare. MAHE Vice-Chancellor Lt. Gen. M.D. Venkatesh will speak about the need for the students’ preparedness to deliver technology driven sustainable healthcare solutions. A panel discussion titled ‘Bytes and Bedside’ will focus on the integration of digital tools in patient care and their transformative impact on healthcare systems. There will be an interactive workshop on leadership in healthcare, providing attendees with practical skills to navigate and lead in this rapidly changing sector. Activities like concept poster presentations, quizzes, and discussions involving experts from technical fields, startups, and healthcare innovation hubs will also be there. The conference, to be held at Dr. TMA Pai Halls, 3rd Floor, is open to all who are passionate about exploring and contributing to the future of healthcare, said the release. Published - November 23, 2024 07:47 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit

Phoenix, AZ, Nov. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa Arizona is honored to announce its recognition as the 2024 Management Company of the Year by the Community Associations Institute (CAI) Arizona Chapter. This distinguished award was presented during the Annual Meeting & Awards Breakfast on November 19, 2024, at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona. The award celebrates Associa Arizona's unwavering commitment to excellence in community management, its active support of CAI Arizona Chapter initiatives, and its leadership in advancing the industry. To be selected for this prestigious recognition, Associa Arizona met rigorous standards of participation and engagement while providing thoughtful insights into the community association management profession. As part of the selection process, Associa Arizona reflected on its role in the industry, highlighting its mission to foster thriving communities through expert management services and board member education. When discussing the challenges faced in the industry, Associa Arizona noted its proactive approach to embracing innovative technologies, prioritizing professional development, and maintaining strong communication with homeowners to navigate and overcome obstacles. "This award represents the collective passion and dedication of our entire Associa Arizona team,” said Claudia Oberthier, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Tucson Branch President of Associa Arizona. "CAI Arizona plays a crucial role in advancing our profession, and this recognition inspires us to continue delivering the highest level of service excellence to the communities we manage. I am incredibly proud to be part of a team that is shaping the future of community management in Arizona.” Associa Arizona extends its heartfelt gratitude to CAI Arizona for this honor and looks forward to continuing its partnership in fostering vibrant, well-managed communities across the state. About Associa Arizona Associa Arizona is a leading provider of community management services throughout the greater Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson areas, offering tailored solutions for homeowners' associations, condominiums, and co-ops. With a focus on personalized service and innovative strategies, Associa Arizona is dedicated to helping communities achieve their goals and thrive. To learn more please visit www.associaarizona.com . CONTACT: Tiffany Mershae Associa 972-661-4429 [email protected]None

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Youngsters fuelled by instant fame and money; life doesn’t run on FB likes and dislikes: Sudha MurtyTORONTO - Live streams of Taylor Swift’s sold-out Eras Tour concerts in Toronto give devoted fans a window into the spectacle of outfits, surprise songs and elaborate stages from one of the biggest cultural events in recent memory. As the massive tour inches toward its final three shows in Vancouver early next month, feeding Swifties’ insatiable appetite has become a nightly tradition for a handful of live stream hosts based all over the world. They act as ringleaders for tens of thousands of viewers witnessing Swift’s constantly evolving show through unofficial channels. “I never saw it being as big as it is,” said Tess Bohne, one of the personalities credited as a pioneer of the Swift live streams. “There is a big idea of community (and) being present without being there.” Broadcasting unauthorized concert live streams on social platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and Facebook isn’t an entirely new phenomenon, but it’s one that’s been amplified with Swift’s tour. As their popularity grows, the streams are sparking conversations about copyright law and the delicate balance between protecting intellectual property and allowing listeners to embrace their fandom. “We’ve gone beyond art being a one-way conversation from the artist to the audience,” said Jay Kerr-Wilson, an IP lawyer and co-leader of Fasken’s Technology, Media and Telecommunications Group in Ottawa. “Copyright owners, generally speaking, are being more flexible and they’re not necessarily (thinking) black-and-white.” Representatives for the singer did not respond to requests for comment. For fans, the lines are already blurred. Bohne got wrapped up in the Swift live-streaming phenomenon nearly two years ago after she attended the second night of the Eras Tour, in Glendale, Ariz., and found herself consumed by the experience for days afterward. “(Often) you go to a concert and you’re like, ‘That was great, let’s move on with my life,’” the 33-year-old explained in a video call from Salt Lake City. “But there was something different. It was like, ‘No, that wasn’t enough. I’m not done.’” Eager to relive the high she felt, Bohne chased down the TikTok profiles of fellow Swifties streaming other stops on the tour. With little technical experience, she began rebroadcasting their videos, with credit, on her own TikTok profile. She would place an iPad playing their feed in front of her phone’s camera, and then swap it out with her other iPad when she found a user with a better angle of the concert. The crude setup initially drew a few thousand viewers, she said, and with more effort put into the productionher audience has grown to 100,000 to 200,000 during peak moments. Since her initial broadcast, Bohne estimates she’s streamed more than 110 of Swift’s concerts in a split-screen format, streaming the concert in one corner and munching on snacks in the other while discussing all things Swift with a chat room of strangers. Some fans donate cash, and her social media status has helped attract influencer partnerships. But the stay-at-home mom of three children said this is primarily a labour of love. Bohne is credited by many of her contemporaries as the one who inspired them to take a shot at hosting their own Eras Tour with live commentary. “A lot of people say it’s like religion for them,” explained Lucas Chalub, a Twitch streamer and longtime Swiftie. Chalub first experimented with hosting streams in August 2023. Rumours swirled that the singer might announce the release date for one of her re-recorded albums on stage in Los Angeles, so many Swifties sought out live feeds, which included his impromptu setup that night. “A lot of people joined,” remembered the 27-year-old sports journalist from Argentina. “That’s the first night that I said, ‘Why not do this every night?’” Chalub said he usually draws on streams from 10 to 15 concertgoers who are often aware their recordings might get picked up by the streaming hosts. Many bring power banks to recharge their devices and sometimes a backup phone. “We are not the heroes that people think we are,” Chalub added of his fellow streamers, crediting fans on the ground who do their work pro bono. “The real heroes are the people in the venue spending — or wasting — their time trying to live stream for us instead of enjoying the show.” The legality around live streaming Swift’s concerts is murky. In the simplest terms, the rebroadcasting of copyrighted music without a licence isn’t allowed, and platforms such as YouTube and TikTok have sometimes shut down live feeds mid-stream at the behest of record labels. It happened to Ammir Shar, a 25-year-old streamer from Blackpool, U.K., who saw his YouTube feed for the fourth Toronto concert yanked down while the show was in progress. Hosts say they worry about racking up too many takedown notices, which can risk permanently shutting down their channels. Usually after a live stream ends, they delete the footage from platforms like YouTube. However, they say attempts to silence them won’t amount to much. When one streamer falls, sometimes two others turn up. Copyright owners are still grappling with that perspective, especially when unsanctioned live streams can impact other financial stakes, said Kerr-Wilson. In Swift’s case, she sold the streaming rights to her “The Eras Tour” film to Disney Plus for US$75 million. Arguably, the lawyer suggested, a company might take issue with similar options on the market, such as a live stream. But even that seems to be an evolving conversation. “People have realized that social media and user-generated content isn’t the enemy, and, in fact, can be a powerful way to engage with fans and to be part of the conversation,” he said. “I think the trend is going to continue.” While Swift hasn’t publicly said much about the streams, several streamers believe she is aware of them. They also argue the vast majority of people tuning into their feeds already have an investment in Swift’s success. Last November, a group of technologically savvy Swifties launched Swift Alert, a phone app that sends out alerts for the highlights of each Eras Tour show. Inside the app, the creators also launched a game called Mastermind — named after a Swift song, of course — where fans can win prizes by guessing which of Swift’s rotating selection of outfits she’ll wear for each “era” of her performance. Using Swift Alert in tandem with the live streams, many fans tune in for the standout moments of the three-hour concert. “A lot of people compare it to fantasy football,” Shah said. “This kind of stuff brings us closer together.” With the Eras Tour set to end in Vancouver on Dec. 8, many live streamers say they’re uncertain how the future looks. Recently, Bohne experimented with a live stream from pop singer Meghan Trainor’s concert to see if there’s similar interest. While it was enjoyable, she said the experience wasn’t quite the same. Others have started streaming Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet Tour. They say her shows are closest to Swift’s because Carpenter is a natural at witty banter, performs nightly surprise songs and changes up her outfits. “I’ve considered doing a few other (musicians, but they) are more like normal concerts — the artist on the stage with a microphone in one outfit, just singing their songs,” said Shah. “It’s not something that people at home will be like, ‘What outfit is she going to wear?’” Some wonder how live streaming will look without the intrigue of Swift’s tour. Added Bohne: “No concert is like The Eras Tour.” This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 23, 2024.

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America's longest-running fundraising campaign that helps 27 million people kicks off at the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving game ARLINGTON, Texas , Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army invites communities across the country to join in the spirit of giving with the launch of its 134th Red Kettle Campaign, officially kicking off during the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day game tomorrow against the New York Giants, airing on Fox at 3:30 p.m. CST . This year's Red Kettle Kickoff will feature a halftime performance by Grammy Award-winning ACM and CMA Entertainer of the Year country music star Lainey Wilson and a special guest, marking the start of a season dedicated to helping those in need through various Salvation Army programs. Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/the-salvation-army/9294953-en-salvation-army-red-kettle-campaign-launches-dallas-cowboys-lainey-wilson Wilson will perform hits from her new album, "Whirlwind," to highlight both the need for giving this holiday season and the impact of The Salvation Army's work in communities across the country. Since teaming up in 1997, The Salvation Army and the Cowboys have helped raise more than $3 billion for the campaign. "It's an honor to be part of the Red Kettle Kickoff tradition with The Salvation Army and the Dallas Cowboys. The holiday season is about giving back and coming together, so we can make a real difference in people's lives this Christmas," said Wilson. "Bring your bell-bottoms and some bells for ringing because we're about to get this show on the road!" For nearly three decades, the Dallas Cowboys and The Salvation Army have joined forces on Thanksgiving Day to amplify the mission of the Red Kettle Campaign, which funds vital services for individuals and families facing hardship. Last year alone, funds raised through the campaign supported over 27 million people with resources such as food, shelter, holiday gifts, and emergency financial assistance throughout the year. "The Red Kettle Campaign is a wonderful reminder that small acts of generosity can make a big difference," said Charlotte Jones , chief brand officer and co-owner of the Dallas Cowboys and former national advisory board chairperson for The Salvation Army. "Every dollar donated helps The Salvation Army bring hope and support to those in need, and we couldn't be more appreciative to Lainey Wilson for helping us kick off this important effort. She perfectly captures the heart of this campaign, inspiring fans to make a difference for those who need it most." As the nation's largest private provider of social services, The Salvation Army faces a unique challenge this year. "With five fewer kettle giving days this year, donations are needed more than ever to meet the increasing demand for essential resources, especially as families continue to face economic challenges," said Commissioner Kenneth Hodder , national commander of The Salvation Army. " Lainey Wilson's heart for giving back resonates deeply with the spirit of the Red Kettle Campaign. We hope her performance inspires people to come together to support those facing hardship this season." The official launch of the Red Kettle Campaign means that thousands of volunteers will be ringing bells at kettles across the country located outside storefronts at Walmart, Sam's Club, Kroger Family of Stores, Hobby Lobby, Mardel, Walgreens, Rite-Aid, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, JCPenney, Food Lion, Redner's Markets, Boscov's, Dillard's, Big Lots, Macerich Shopping Centers, and hundreds of local partners. At each location, people can donate cash, coins, and checks or digitally with Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Venmo. Additionally, people can support their neighbors through their local Salvation Army by: Every donation stays in the community to provide help and hope for those in need. To learn more, give help, or get help, please visit www.SalvationArmyUSA.org . About The Salvation Army The Salvation Army annually helps more than 27 million people in America overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every ZIP code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at 6,400 centers of operation around the country. For more information, visit SalvationArmyUSA.org . Follow us on X @SalvationArmyUS and #DoingTheMostGood. About the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Foundation In the area of community service, the mission of the Dallas Cowboys and Jones Family Foundation is built upon the philosophy of helping those who don't have the strength, resources, or means to help themselves, with a primary focus on a partnership with The Salvation Army. Because the Cowboys organization has enjoyed immense and unprecedented success, the Jones family feels a very strong obligation to take the visibility, energy, and celebrity of one of the world's most powerful sports franchises and channel these dynamic forces toward the bigger purpose of making a difference. Recognized as one of the world's most generous families, the Joneses enlist the talents, skills, and resources of all the Cowboys players, coaches, cheerleaders, and members of the organization to provide a unique and cutting-edge approach to community outreach. More information about the Dallas Cowboys and the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Foundation can be found at https://www.dallascowboys.com . About Lainey Wilson Country music trailblazer Lainey Wilson has captured the hearts of music fans, the excitement of the industry and the recognition of her peers, while keeping her boots firmly planted on the ground. In the midst of a landmark year, Wilson won Female Vocalist of the Year and Music Video of the Year ("Wildflowers and Wild Horses") at the 58th Annual CMA Awards, which she also hosted with Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning , and is nominated for Best Country Album at the upcoming Grammy Awards for her acclaimed new album, Whirlwild . "The best release of her career" ( The Tennessean ), Whirlwind debuted at #8 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart, and #13 on the U.K. Official Albums Chart, marking Wilson's first top 10 and top 15 entry respectively. The prolific, sought-after songwriter has also scored seven No. 1 hits and has become a triple threat within entertainment as singer, songwriter and actor, making her acting debut in season 5 of Paramount's hit series Yellowstone . Earlier this year, Wilson was also inducted into The Grand Ole Opry and recently wrote and recorded "Out of Oklahoma ," her original song for Universal's blockbuster Twisters . 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NoneTony Munguia and his daughter Bivianne were heading to a job fair at Cypress College when they saw smoke curling from a nearby roof. They stopped. Flames were dancing inside the home on Via Jacara in Stanton. Bivianne dialed 911 as her father rushed inside. “Is anyone here?” he bellowed into smoke so thick it stung his eyes. “Yes,” a weak voice answered – a senior who had recent surgery and couldn’t walk. Munguia couldn’t see. He told her to keep talking and followed her voice to a far bedroom. He scooped her up and headed back toward the door as best he could. A landscaper saw the commotion and rushed inside to help, and together they brought her out to safety. That’s when folks noticed Munguia’s pants legs were smoldering. Tony and Bivianne Munguia’s April adventure earned them the Fourth District Kindness Award for Stanton. The uplifting fall ritual from Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Doug Chaffee helps restore one’s faith in humanity, recognizing one person from each city in his district for doing something nice without any expectation of payback. Reading through the nomination papers has become a soothing launch to the holiday season for this grizzled scribe. “It is especially important for us to acknowledge kindness wherever we can find it and inspire others to perform their own acts of kindness in the community,” Chaffee said in a statement. “Our Kindness Award honorees have risen to the challenge and have gone beyond that to ensure the needs of our communities are met.” The winners are impressive, but many of the nominees are just as inspiring. There’s Janet Proctor and Bill Lawrence, who’ve helped families from Afghanistan and Ukraine settle into a strange new world. Erica Norgaard, a special education teacher for Access high schools, who has become a rock for her students. There’s Fullerton school nurse Susan Cravello, who transformed the garden at Woodcrest Elementary into a blooming oasis, and Paulette Holm, who didn’t crack under the stress of shepherding more than a thousand volunteers during the Orange County Point in Time Count of people experiencing homelessness, and Sunbie Harrell, who walks dogs at the Orange County Animal Care shelter. Then there’s Aaron and Allys Malais. On Aug. 3, a ’99 Toyota Camry heading north on Highland in Fullerton conked out in traffic. The driver was stuck, unable to find the emergency flashers. The young couple hopped out to direct traffic. Two more young couples saw the trouble and came to help as well. They all pushed the car across Chapman and into a parking lot, restarted it with jumper cables, and Aarona and Allys followed the owners home to ensure there was no further trouble. “They stayed with us the whole time offering full support both technically and emotionally,” the nomination said. “This was truly an exceptional act of kindness, and for all three couples that voluntarily pitched in, an affirmation of the goodness, caring, and high values, of our younger generation in our currently challenging society.” Wang is a senior at Troy High School who had a simple goal: to help his grandmother navigate the internet. Technology, he knew, was a powerful tool to help keep people connected, even if they couldn’t leave home. So he started volunteering at Happy Adult Daycare in Whittier, getting to know the seniors and understanding their needs. He developed an award-winning iPad application that uses augmented reality technology to help translate English into people’s native languages, and also designed a night-time medical monitoring device that allows families to keep a digital eye on loved ones and get timely alerts. “Dylan’s belief that technology should be an empowering tool for seniors, rather than something that alienates them, has driven his efforts,” the nomination said. “His work not only enhances the lives of the elderly but also exemplifies the spirit of kindness and service that this award seeks to honor.” Adults with disabilities can be quite capable and eager to work – but it’s often hard for them to find a job. So in 2021, Yoon stepped in. He started a nonprofit called Seesaw Communities to provide vocational training in areas like baking and coffeemaking and employs graduates as baristas at Seesaw Beans and Coffee. The work helps them grow in confidence and independence, together, just as people rise and fall together on a seesaw. “By focusing on their strengths and interests, he ensures that every participant can develop valuable skills and gain a sense of accomplishment,” the nomination said. “Under his guidance, Seesaw Communities has become a leader in providing integrated employment opportunities, fostering inclusive workplaces where individuals with developmental disabilities can thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities.” When she was 7, Preston decided that she had enough stuff. For her birthday, she asked her friends to donate toys to needy kids instead of buying her gifts. The next year, she asked them to donate books. The next year, shoes. The year after that, school supplies, then board games, children’s clothing, food. Her most recent birthday resulted in 291 pounds of food for the Hub of Hope food pantry, the nomination said. A freshman at Fullerton Union High School, she volunteers at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fullerton, sings with the Southern California Children’s Chorus and was a soloist with the Pacific Symphony. “Her ongoing efforts exemplify how one young person, driven by empathy, can make a lasting difference in the community,” the nomination said. Wyckoff loves kids. During her career as a teacher’s aide with the La Habra City School District she was a guardian angel to those who needed help, buying them school clothes and Christmas gifts, and tutoring kids who struggled during school breaks, the nomination said. After she retired in 1985, she started volunteering at the Children’s Museum at La Habra . “Over the years she has literally volunteered at every capacity,” the nomination said, from manning the breakfast with Santa event to running the gift shop to creating a wishing well in memory of her late grandson. Those funds are used to help pay for school visits to the museum. Shiozawa has been a Rotary Club of Placentia member since 2015, including two terms as president. She has helped launch everything from neighborhood clean-ups to “stuffing” and distributing school backpacks to preparing hygiene kits and holiday gift packs. “It may be cliché, but Alice firmly believes that often it is the little things that count, that are meaningful to those in need or in pain,” the nomination said. Azaran , an independent living skills and outreach instructor at the Braille Institute, goes above and beyond by organizing free workshops for visually impaired individuals and their families and providing individualized attention to each student. “Her empathetic approach helps foster a supportive and nurturing environment,” the nomination said. Oates , former Fullerton Rotary president, got the Honorary Kindness Award. He has been a volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club and at Crittenton Services for Children and Families. He’s been a coach at Golden Hill Little League and active in Fullerton’s Sister City Association. The honorees were nominated by community members and applications were independently scored by Tom Tait, former Anaheim mayor; Charles Barfield, general manager of the Orange County Employees Association; Rosalina Davis, owner of Tlaquepaque Restaurant; Christian Esteban, Project Manager of Store One; and Lorena Moreno, principal at Western High School. “There’s a lot going on in the world today,” said Oates’ wife, Elizabeth, “but if we can all just do a little bit where we are, we can make this such a better place.” Virginia Wyckoff, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of La Habra. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Sam Yoon, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of Buena Park. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Mike Oates, former Fullerton Rotary President, awarded the Honorary Kindness Award the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Awards. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Dylan Wang, right, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of Fullerton. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Tony and Bivianne Munguia, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of Stanton. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Zelda Makanaaloha Preston, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of Brea. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Alice Shiozawa (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Nicou Azaran, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of Anaheim. (Courtesy of Orange County Fourth District) Virginia Wyckoff, the 2024 Fourth District Kindness Award Honoree for the City of La Habra. 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AP Sports SummaryBrief at 5:51 p.m. ESTMoriba, a product of Barcelona's famed La Masia academy, has shown immense potential and has attracted interest from several top European clubs. His blend of physicality, technical skill, and vision on the pitch has made him a valuable asset for Barcelona's future. However, the club's inability to meet the demands of his contract renewal has put his future in jeopardy.TRAVELODGE boss Jo Boydell says the Budget has made creating part-time jobs more expensive — at a time when the Government should be encouraging more people into work. But she said she is still determined to invest in recruiting part-time staff and the hotel’s training schemes because they are essential to the business. 2 Travelodge boss Jo Boydell says the Budget has made creating part-time jobs more expensive Travelodge, which employs 13,000 people, has said that the combined hit from national living wage increases and employers’ National Insurance contributions will cost the company £21million. Chief executive Ms Boydell said that the biggest shock to the business was the “completely unexpected hit” from the Chancellor lowering the National Insurance threshold from £9,100 to £5,000. That will particularly hit the Travelodge workforce of part-time housekeepers and receptionists — the type of jobs that are needed to get people back into work and grow the economy. Ms Boydell said: “We are trying to create jobs and are committed to being a good employer. READ MORE ON BUSINESS JOBS HIT Job vacancies see sharpest fall for 4 years after Budget tax raid on businesses SNAP IT UP I make five figures a month & splash cash on surgery & business class flights “We believe that part-time roles are the best way for many people who need flexibility to get back to work or start their career.” Travelodge does not use zero hour contracts and has a target to increase the number of 24-hour-plus contracts. Ms Boydell said: “For mothers, fathers, those with caring responsibilities — families of any shape and size — the offer of flexibility in your career can mean the difference between working and not working. Finding a role that fits in around family life can be tricky.” Travelodge has recently put in place a social mobility strategy to encourage staff to share more about their backgrounds and access its long-running training schemes. Most read in Business CASH BACK! Use of cash is growing amid worries firms are refusing to accept notes and coins REEVES SLAMMED Chancellor’s business tax raid will 'add up to 15p to price of a pint' BUDGET FALLOUT 'I wouldn't trust govt to do my shopping', fumes AO World boss on tax raid SCAN YOU BELIEVE? Supermarket giant with over 900 stores wants to make big security change It is also one of the only hotel chains to have its own dedicated maintenance crew to fix and refurbish rooms, and training schemes to encourage colleagues to work up to manager roles. Around 63 per cent of the hotel managers at Travelodge are women, while 70 per cent of its entire workforce is female. The business also has 48 per cent of women in roles in its senior leadership team, with plans to increase this to 50 per cent. Cringe moment Keir's own Cabinet fumble over his baffling 'Plan For Change' It's RoboMop TRAVELODGE is speeding up its room-cleaning with the help of 6,733 robot vacuums, more than any company in Britain. The devices which whizz around while housekeepers change beds and clean bathrooms, save an average of two minutes per room in cleaning time. It means that across the chain’s 46,000 rooms they save 1,533 hours, or 63 days, in vacuuming. 'Part time roles vital' By Jo Boydell NOT everyone has opportunities on their doorstep and it can be overwhelming for some just knowing how to start a career. We believe that someone’s background should never hold them back from success but we know sometimes that balancing full-time work and life commitments is too much of a juggle. Some people can’t possibly ­consider a full-time job, but a part-time role could be the answer. At Travelodge, we believe that working part-time should never be a barrier to progression — and for women and care givers so often they think it is. We’ve heard from so many who think that it’s impossible to do a senior job on a part-time basis. But we are determined to show that it is. That’s why we provide real flexibility to our colleagues so they can pursue their career ambitions alongside their busy lives — whatever form they may take — when the timing is right for them. Once someone has joined us they can then tap into our training ­programme, in which more than 1,000 of our colleagues have already taken part this year. More than two thirds of our hotel management jobs are filled internally with former house keepers and receptionists, who have the opportunity to significantly increase their pay. We know that people who have grown up in care, or provide care to others, typically find it harder to find jobs that fit around their other important responsibilities. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Care Leavers into Careers with a pilot scheme to provide workshops and work experience to boost people’s confidence and ease their routes into employment. We are keen to hold the doors open for people to take their first steps in the world of work — and keep them going on their chosen career paths. Ashley's rebuff in board bid BOOHOO’S boardroom brawl with Mike Ashley has taken another twist as an influential shareholder adviser backed the company governors. Mr Ashley, Boohoo’s biggest investor, is lobbying for two seats after an unsuccessful bid to install himself as chief executive. 2 Boohoo's boardroom battle with Mike Ashley has taken another twist Credit: PA:Press Association A showdown is set with a vote on December 20. The former Newcastle FC owner has accused Boohoo’s founder Mahmud Kamani of “mismanagement”. Boohoo argues that Mr Ashley “is seeking a board seat for his own interests” and gave recent examples of his Frasers Group putting firms into administration. Shareholder advisory group ISS has recommended investors vote against him, saying he had “not made a compelling case for change”. It added there was a “conflict of interest” risk as his other director candidate, Mike Lennon, had worked closely with Frasers on insolvencies. Nvidia hit by £100BN NEARLY £100billion was wiped off the value of AI chipmaker NVIDIA yesterday after China launched a competition probe into the business. Shares in the $3trillion (£2.3trillion) US company fell by more than 3.5 per cent when Chinese state media reported an investigation into suspected breaches of anti-monopoly law. Experts say the probe is a sign of a US-China tech war escalation. Washington regulators barred Nvidia selling its most advanced products to China due to security concerns Domino's effect PIZZA giant Domino's is going ahead with new store openings despite a £3million Budget hit “significantly” increasing labour costs. The delivery and takeaway chain plans to have 1,600 outlets in the UK and Ireland by 2028, up by around 300, and £2billion of sales. It has struck a five-year profit and sales deal with its franchisees to bring, said bosses, “long-term, sustainable growth”. Mark Millar, of the Domino’s Franchise Association, said the deal gave members “much-needed certainty”. Mortgage rates rise MORTGAGE rates rose last month by the biggest amount since August 2023. An average two-year fixed mortgage rose to 5.52 per cent, in a 0.13 per cent increase — as the markets adjust to the prospect of rates staying higher for longer. Deal's so sweet A SUGAR rush is on its way as the owner of Cadbury’s chocolate has been linked to a huge takeover of US candy maker Hershey. Mondelez has made an early approach for the maker of Reese’s Pieces, which is valued at $39billion (£30billion), according to reports by Bloomberg. Shares in Hershey soared 12 per cent on the back of the bid interest. 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Amidst the challenges and uncertainties, the people of Damascus continue to demonstrate resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Ordinary citizens, civil society organizations, and local authorities work tirelessly to mitigate the impact of conflict, provide humanitarian assistance, and rebuild shattered communities. Their efforts serve as a testament to the enduring spirit of solidarity and hope that sustains the city in the darkest of times.

The launch of YU marks Lei Jun's foray into the competitive automotive industry, reflecting his strategic vision to diversify Xiaomi's business portfolio and capitalize on the growing demand for environmentally friendly transportation solutions. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and superior technology, YU aims to set new standards in the electric vehicle sector and challenge established players with its distinctive features and design.

LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari on Sunday said that the people of Punjab have rejected the “Fitna and the “Fitna Party,” noting that most markets and roads in Lahore remained open, and no revolutionary members of PTI were seen anywhere. “The leadership of PTI in Lahore was missing, and there were no reports of people taking to the streets”, she claimed, assuring the public that the provincial government is fully prepared to handle any law and order situation arising from political protests. During a press conference in Lahore, Mrs Bokhari emphasized that the government would not allow any disruption, as the public is weary of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party’s politics of unrest. Bokhari stated that the situation in Lahore remains stable and that the PTI’s call for protests has received little to no response from the public. She reassured the citizens that the Punjab Government is on high alert, committed to safeguarding lives and property at all costs. She also pointed out that despite PTI’s calls for protest, the party’s top leadership, including the wife and children of PTI founder Imran Khan, as well as other party members’ families, are not participating. Bokhari highlighted that this indicates a lack of genuine support for the protest. Additionally, she criticized Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who had previously announced plans to lead the protest from Swabi. However, no protests have been reported in the region, further confirming a lack of interest in PTI’s political agenda. Bokhari also noted that government officials in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are reportedly being coerced into participating in the protest, despite ongoing law and order challenges in their own province. She accused the PTI government of failing to address the deteriorating situation there. In a related development, Islamabad authorities have imposed Section 144 across the capital in response to directives from the Islamabad High Court. The public has been urged to refrain from engaging in any illegal activities, with a stern warning that violators will face strict legal action to maintain peace and security in the city. She also shared account of her visit to Lakshmi Chowk, Shimla Pahari, Haji Camp, and the Railway Station. Azma Bokhari also visited the Bus Terminal, Minar-e-Pakistan, Azadi Flyover, Inner City areas, Mall Road, GPO Chowk, and Chairing Cross Chowk to assess the traffic flow and law and order situation in Lahore. On this occasion, she said that all roads in Lahore were open and daily life was functioning normally. She pointed out that most markets in the city were also open. “I didn’t see a single revolutionary from PTI in Lahore. No significant movement of PTI workers has been reported anywhere in Punjab either,” she concluded. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );

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No matter what life stage you are in, the advice your mother gave you to make sure you can look after yourself rings as true as it did from when you were young until now. No matter your gender, age or status, being financially independent is an achievement worth accomplishing. It also applies to all levels of social income brackets. EDUCATING AND AWARENESS IS THE KEY It doesn’t take a genius or a degree in economics and accountancy to plan and look after your own finances properly. Good habits are essential to managing personal finances and ensuring that you live within your means and that your debt and savings levels are reasonably balanced. “ Sikit-sikit jadi bukit” is a common phrase learnt while young in Malay language class and the phrase itself holds so much meaning when it comes to savings. It can however also be applied to debt that is badly managed. But by cultivating good habits at an early age, good financial habits can last a lifetime and most importantly, lessons need to be taught and practiced at home. PHOTO: FREEPIK PHOTO: FREEPIK PHOTO: FREEPIK GOOD HABITS Cultivate good habits from an early age. For young children, the simple objective of completely filling up a coinbox should be a very important achievement encouraged by parents. Give plenty of praise to children who have managed to save all their coins and make an important event of it by spending time to count their savings with them and bringing them to a bank to deposit their savings. Open accounts for your children instead of mixing their savings with yours – the boundary between who the money belongs to is important for them to understand that the rewards from this account is all theirs. As children grow up and savings grow along with them, remind them not to touch their savings for unnecessary spending. Instead remind them that these savings will help to go towards their future schooling or maybe even their first car when they finally obtain their driving license. Cultivate the lesson that one should save up for the things that one wants. As teenagers, children should be aware of how much they have in their possession and what they would like to do with their savings. Discuss with them and explain the benefits of investing their savings into investment options which are not only safe but also offer higher returns like fixed deposits. Introduce them to the world of investment. Give your children personal achievements to ponder over. What do they intend to do after they finish school or university? Would they like to get a part time job to earn extra money over long school holidays? Would they like to give themselves a one year period to find a job that they are passionate in? Whatever the view, discuss reasonable timelines for your children to achieve their objectives. At this point, your role as a parent is to guide and support their decisions as they transition into adulthood and also find their own ways in life. TAKING RESPONSIBILITY As your children graduate and start searching for careers, give them responsibilities deserving of an adult. And as they begin their jobs, discuss with them the feasibility of them helping out with bills or groceries at home if they continue living at home. It can be small things at first, such as contributing to the household bill payments like monthly TV subscription or the house telephone bill. By giving them the responsibility, they will learn to appreciate the importance of contributing to the household as well as ensuring that bills are paid in a timely manner. By sharing responsibilities, they will also appreciate the roles you have taken in ensuring that they have a comfortable up-bringing. BEING HONEST Be honest with your family on financial matters. Pretending to be better off than you really are benefits no-one, especially your family. If household expenses are becoming burdensome, sit down with your family and discuss on what measures you can all take together as a family to help the situation. Is it a matter of being more energy-conscious to help reduce electricity bills? Is it a matter of everyone pitching in with daily house chores so that you can do without a domestic worker? Will it make more sense to downgrade to a cheaper vehicle to help reduce monthly payments and possible gasoline consumption by using diesel? While it is indeed a worry that you do not wish to impose on your children, by being honest with them, they will be able to appreciate the financial situation more and learn to take up responsibility to help out with family matters. This article is for general information purposes only and while the information in it is believed to be reliable, it has not been independently verified by us. You are advised to exercise your own independent judgement with the contents in this article. – Standard Chartered Bank

Shares of Canada Carbon Inc. ( CVE:CCB – Get Free Report ) traded down 33.3% on Saturday . The stock traded as low as C$0.01 and last traded at C$0.01. 859,726 shares were traded during mid-day trading, an increase of 283% from the average session volume of 224,190 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$0.02. Canada Carbon Price Performance The stock has a 50-day moving average price of C$0.02 and a 200-day moving average price of C$0.02. The company has a market capitalization of C$2.05 million, a P/E ratio of -1.00 and a beta of 0.69. Canada Carbon Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) Canada Carbon Inc engages in the acquisition, exploration, and evaluation of natural resource properties in Canada. The company primarily explores for graphite deposits. It holds interests in the Miller property that covers an area of approximately 100 square kilometers located to the west of Montreal in the Grenville Township; and the Asbury Graphite property, which includes 22 claims covering an area of approximately 1,205.9 hectares located in the Laurentides region of southern Quebec. See Also Receive News & Ratings for Canada Carbon Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Canada Carbon and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .TEMPERATURES across Scotland are set to soar just hours after Storm Bert battered the nation. It comes as three men died in road traffic collisions during a day of carnage for motorists. 3 Temperatures are set to soar in Scotland hours after Storm Bert chaos Credit: Alamy 3 The storm caused travel mayhem today with several weather warnings in place Credit: Reuters 3 The mercury is predicted to reach highs of 13C in the early hours of the morning Storm Bert caused travel mayhem, as the Met Office issued two amber and three yellow weather warnings covering large areas of the country. The mercury plummeted to a bone-chilling -4C last night as many woke up to snow-covered icy roads and pavements this morning. Snow, rain and wind also had a huge impact on football fixtures north of the border with a series of games postponed and others delayed. However, just hours after the storm chaos, the Met Office predicts that temperatures will soar well into the teens in some areas in the early hours tomorrow morning. read more scottish news BERT BATTERS SCOTS Storm Bert wreaks havoc across Scotland as weather bomb kills 3 in UK PLAY MISTY FOR ME Fourth Prem clash DELAYED but this one's nothing to do with Storm Bert In Glasgow at around 1am, the forecast shows highs of 13C as rain sweeps in. Temperatures will also reach 13C in Edinburgh between 1am and 4am. The Met Office forecast for this evening and tonight added: "Mild and cloudy with occasional rain, which turns heavy at times in the west, particularly across Dumfries and Galloway. "Southerly winds brisk, with gales at times in the far west." Most read in The Scottish Sun MY LORD Rangers poised to name new chairman as Lord emerges as main contender for top job RANGERS 1 DUNDEE UTD 1 Snow joke as Clement gets blizzard of abuse over more dropped points COLD BEERS SPFL side spotted going for a PINT after their bus got stuck in the snow WAITING GAME Rangers-Dundee Utd kick off DELAYED amid Storm Bert chaos as new time revealed Aberdeen will see highs of 12C between 5am and 6am. As the rain clears, temperatures across the country will then drop back down to around 8C at around 8am. Storm Bert: Stock up on food & water, Brits told as trains axed, ferries cancelled & roads closed with 7 warnings issued Hundreds of homes in Scotland were left without power by the weather bomb sweeping in from the Atlantic today. Meanwhile sections of major roads in Scotland, including the M74 and the M90 were shut at certain sections at points throughout the day . The M8 between Glasgow and Edinburgh came to a halt near Livingston, West Lothian, as cars skidded and the £1.35 billion Queensferry Crossing had to be shut due to the risk of chunks of ice landing on cars below. Lothian Buses pulled all of their vehicles from the streets of Edinburgh due to “safety concerns”. Sunday weather warnings There are still weather warnings in place tonight and into Sunday. Here are the areas affected: Yellow warning for rain from now until 7am on Sunday. Regions and local authorities affected: Central, Tayside & Fife Angus Clackmannanshire Perth and Kinross Stirling Grampian Aberdeenshire Moray SW Scotland, Lothian Borders Dumfries and Galloway Scottish Borders Yellow warning for wind from 12pm on Sunday until midnight. Regions and local authorities affected: Highlands & Eilean Siar Na h-Eileanan Siar Highland Strathclyde Argyll and Bute Two coaches destined for Glasgow became trapped in icy conditions along Edinburgh’s Frederick Street. Motorists were seen skidding in their cars throughout the capital as a result of the ice and snow. Parts of central Scotland were subject to an amber warning and southern Scotland was added to the danger list on Friday night. Practically all of Scotland fell under a yellow warning area, for rain and snow, which is not due to expire until 9am on Sunday. Read more on the Scottish Sun FESTIVE FIZZ Coca-Cola Christmas truck in Scotland: Dates, locations & all you need to know AND RELAX Scots seaside hotel with outdoor hot tub and firepit named UK's top spa resort And there are still a number of yellow alerts still in place for tonight and into Sunday, with a rain warning issued in some areas until 7am. A wind warning is also in place from 12pm tomorrow until midnight on the west coast of the country.

Nick Kyrgios says positive tests for duo are ‘disgusting’ and ‘a horrible look’Gary Lineker has joked about his Match Of The Day departure as he hosted the show for the first time since confirming he is to step down. The BBC announced last week that Lineker will leave his role as host, which he has held since 1999, at the end of the current football season. Saturday’s episode of the football highlights programme opened with pundit Alan Shearer, Lineker’s fellow former England striker, saying direct to the camera: “All good things must come to an end.” Lineker then appeared, and said: “Yes Alan – Lee Carsley’s England reign is over. It’s back to business in the Premier League.” Despite his exit, the 63-year-old will remain with the BBC after both parties agreed to a contract extension through to the 2026 World Cup. Lineker will host BBC Sport’s coverage of the FA Cup in the 2025-26 campaign and continue presenting the Match Of The Day: Top 10 podcast for BBC Sounds, which will also host The Rest Is Football podcast, produced by Lineker’s Goalhanger Podcasts, with one episode released on the platform each week. The BBC has said future plans for Match Of The Day would be “announced in due course” with Mark Chapman, Alex Scott, Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan among those being tipped as candidates to replace him. Following the announcement, Lineker said it “has been an absolute joy and privilege to present such an iconic show for the BBC, but all things have to come to an end” on his podcast, The Rest Is Football. He added: “I bowed out in my football career when I felt it was the right time. I feel this is now the right time. “I think the next contract they’re looking to do Match Of The Day slightly differently, so I think it makes sense for someone else to take the helm.” Lineker has hosted Match Of The Day since 1999 and will have presented the show for more than a quarter of a century when he leaves in May 2025.

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Colby Rogers shines as Memphis rolls past Ole MissArgentine-born British actress Olivia Hussey, known primarily for her role as Juliet in director Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 film adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet , and as final girl Jess Bradford in the 1974 slasher Black Christmas , died Friday. She was 73. Friend and filmmaker Marc Huestis confirmed the news to the San Francisco Chronicle . A post on Hussey’s Instagram profile informed fans: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones. Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.” Hussey was born in Buenos Aires to opera singer Andrés Osuna and Joy Hussey, a legal secretary from England. Hussey studied drama at London’s Italia Conti Academy, and was a professional actress by the time she was 13. She was 16 when she starred opposite Leonard Whiting in Romeo and Juliet —roles that earned each a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer. Hussey later appeared in the films Death on the Nile, Virus, and the 1990 horror miniseries It , based on the Stephen King novel. Gossip Girl star Chanel Maya Banks , who made headlines last month after denying her family’s claims that she had gone missing, has filed a restraining order against her mother and cousin. The 36-year-old submitted the request in Los Angeles on Thursday, alleging her mom, Lutchmin Judy Kumar, and cousin, Danielle Singh have harassed her, TMZ reported. The actor also claimed that her mother and cousin were working to destroy her credibility. In October, Banks’ family reported her missing. She denied the claims in a post days later. Banks wrote in the restraining order filing that Kumar and Singh broke into her apartment in November while she was gone and attacked her husband. 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Bamba won all of his bouts in 2024 by knock out and recently claimed WBA’s secondary “gold” cruiserweight title after knocking out Rogelio Medina. “He was a fierce yet confident competitor with an unrelenting ambition to achieve greatness. But more than anything, he was a tremendous individual who inspired many with his exceptional drive and determination,” the statement added. Bamba was the No. 12 ranked contender by the WBA and seemed set on fighting in more high profile matches—challenging boxer Jake Paul to “holla at us” in one post. Paul shared his condolences on X, writing, “RIP Paul Bamba.” RIP Paul Bamba https://t.co/ovu7egrGHn A Democratic Florida state representative announced she is defecting from her party and joining the Republicans because the Democrats are too open to “extreme progressive voices.” Hillary Cassel, who is Jewish, said in a statement on X that she was “increasingly troubled by the Democratic Party’s failure to unequivocally support Israel” in its war with Hamas. “I’m constantly troubled by the inability of the current Democratic Party to relate to everyday Floridians,” she added. “I can no longer remain in a party that doesn’t represent my values. I know I won’t always agree on every detail with every Republican, but I do know that I will always have input, collaboration, and respect.” Cassel first won office in Florida’s 101st district in 2022, beating out her Republican opponent by seven points, according to Ballotpedia. She won re-election two months ago, running unopposed. 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You can try the CAROL Bike for yourself risk-free for 100 days, and the brand offers free shipping (7-10 business days) in the U.S. Legendary sportscaster Greg Gumbel has died at age 78, his family confirmed in a statement Friday, according to CBS News . “He passed away peacefully surrounded by much love after a courageous battle with cancer,” they wrote. “Greg approached his illness like one would expect he would, with stoicism, grace, and positivity.” The veteran CBS Sports journalist, who spent more than 50 years in broadcasting, approached his job with the same regard, according to his colleagues who nicknamed him “Gumby” for his grace in front of the camera and behind the scenes. “He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration and dedication to over 50 extraordinary years in the sports broadcast industry; and his iconic voice will never be forgotten,” added the post, authored by his wife Marcy and daughter Michelle. “Greg’s memory will forever be treasured by his family, dearest friends, colleagues and all who loved him.” No further details were given about his diagnosis. Gumbel is the older brother of fellow sportscaster and NBC host Bryant Gumbel, who is nicknamed “Never Stumble Gumbel.” Yet another billionaire is clambering to get into President-elect Donald Trump’s hyper-rich inner circle, the MAGA chief has claimed. Trump, who will take the hot seat on Jan. 20, 2025, has seen his popularity surge among Silicon Valley types after he was endorsed by the world’s richest man, Elon Musk . The number two, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos , soon made a beeline for the big man too, after he was spotted dining with Musk and Trump at Mar-a-Lago earlier this month. Now Bill Gates wants a slice, according to Trump. Writing on Truth Social, Trump said the former CEO of Microsoft— whom Forbes says is the 16th richest in the world— personally asked for an audience with him. In a somewhat incoherent post, he said: “Where are you? When are you coming to the ‘Center of the Universe,’ Mar-a-Lago. Bill Gates asked to come, tonight. We miss you and x! New Year’s Eve is going to be AMAZING!!! DJT.” The murder of health insurance CEO Brian Thompson is being blamed not just on the gunman–but on the industry the dead man worked for, a new poll has found. UnitedHealthcare CEO Thompson was gunned down from behind on a Manhattan street just before dawn on December 4, prompting a nationwide manhunt which ended five days later with the arrest of the suspected killer , 26-year-old Ivy League graduate Luigi Mangione . Now research by NORC at the University of Chicago published Friday shows that while 78 per cent of people said that the alleged killer, had a great deal or a moderate amount of responsibility for the death, almost as many blamed health insurance companies' denial of coverage for the death. And almost as many, 67 per cent, said profits by the insurers were to blame. A majority of people, 53 per cent, blamed “wealth or income inequality in general”–although it was Mangione who was the scion of a millionaire family , while Thompson was from rural Iowa and had been the first in his family to go to college. One in ten said that Thompson’s killer bore no responsibility at all–an issue which is likely to dog jury selection when Mangione goes on trial in Manhattan for the alleged murder. He is charged by both federal and state authorities with murder and in the federal case is eligible for the death penalty . Mangione has pleaded not guilty. Tom Cruise ’s first movie project after wrapping up the Mission: Impossible franchise next year with The Final Reckoning has been revealed. And it could land him back in the Oscar conversation. Warner Bros. announced Friday that Cruise will star in an untitled film from two-time Academy Award-winning director Alejandro G. Iñárritu ( Birdman , The Revenant ), set to be released on Oct. 2, 2026. 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Skip the champagne toast this year and ensure you stay awake for the countdown to 2025 with a Mr Black espresso martini. Entire stalls were engulfed by flames at the Bryant Park holiday market in Manhattan on Friday morning, videos show. A cause for the blaze is yet to be determined, but a spokesperson for FDNY told Gothamist it’s under investigation. The fire broke out around 9:30 a.m. and nobody was injured, the spokesperson said, adding that the fire was between “six feet wide by 40 feet long” at its peak. Clips of the flames quickly went viral on social media and the market has been closed indefinitely. New York City Emergency Management advised people to avoid the area and warned there will be traffic delays while a probe is completed. It’s the second time this season a holiday market has gone up in flames in the city, coming a week-and-a-half after a fire ignited a swath of Herald Square’s festive shopping corridor. Eighteen shops—and their merchandise, ranging from shirts to glass ornaments—were reportedly razed by that blaze. Bryant Park Christmas Village is on fire 🔥 #whatisnewyork pic.twitter.com/031iZ2D6He Kevin O’Leary , of Shark Tank fame, says half of Canada is “interested” in merging with the U.S.—a longshot arrangement that topped Donald Trump ’s wishlist this Christmas. “Canadians over the holidays—the last two days—have been talking about this,” O’Leary told Fox Business. “They want to hear more.” The 70-year-old Montreal native said he’s headed to Mar-a-Lago to start a conversation that, at the least, may lead to his homeland and the U.S. striking a partnership agreement akin to the European Union. “So secure [the northern territories], give a common currency, figure out taxes across the board, get everything trading both ways, create a new, almost EU-like passport—I like this idea and at least half of Canadians are interested,” he said. O’Leary acknowledged there’d be “a lot of issues” with a merger, but suggested now’s the time to get a deal done with Trump returning to office as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s power is waning. O’Leary may not be the best barometer for what the average Canadian thinks, however. The businessman, worth an estimated $400 million , has ditched the great white north for sunny Miami Beach . He was also soundly rejected by voters when he ran for the leadership of the Canadian Conservative Party in 2017 and won just one percent of the vote.

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“A shot of Wild Turkey,” said the woman in a cashmere stocking cap. “A shot of Wild Turkey?” I blurted out, not really thinking about how judgey that might have sounded. I didn’t mean it judgmentally, but when it’s 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving, sometimes things just come out — just ask your Uncle Ted. “Free-range turkey, huh?” I joked, hoping to recover. She downed the shot without even sitting down, probably oblivious to my joke. But in the service business, we’re not supposed to force service on someone. If that person doesn’t want their chair pulled out for them nobody should tell them otherwise. Maybe somebody should tell that to the folks at the French Laundry, just saying. “My family is driving me crazy,” was all she said. That woman left $20 on the bar, which easily covered her $14 whiskey and then some. If there’s one thing I’ve noticed it’s that people who drink quick shots are usually proportionally the most generous. It’s ironic since that drink requires no special skill, garnish, preparation or even glassware, and usually the interaction lasts 40 seconds or less. Holiday meals used to be called feasts, and I still evoke that imagery: a large table piled high with celebratory food with people gathered all around. It’s certainly what many of us envision of the first Thanksgiving, as faulty as that imagery is. Because a modern “traditional” Thanksgiving feast — turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy and cranberry sauce — is actually more of a traditional English Christmas meal. The meal shared by the Wampanoags and the Pilgrims consisted of mostly venison. In fact, the only foodstuff on record specifically by name are the three deer the Wampanoag people brought to the three-day feast. But history is so often what we choose to remember, not actually what happened. So, here we are today with cranberry sauce. Why? Because my grandparents put it on their table, and so did my parents, and now so do I. The young woman in the stocking cap was long gone. I guess waxing philosophically can look like spacing out, depending upon whose perspective it is. When the man in his 50s bellied up to the bar 10 minutes later, we were already 50 mimosas into our prix-fixe feast. Feasts often do start early. The early feaster sat half on a bar stool and checked his phone. And he, too, ordered a shot. His was tequila. And if memory serves me right, when asked what kind of tequila, he responded with, “It doesn’t matter.” “Rough day?” I asked. “You know, families,” he said. The holiday season can be stressful. Familial obligations are often fun, but not always, and not for everybody. And when you see 200 different families in one day, the odds go up that you’re going to see the whole gamut. So, just remember when you have your Thanksgiving that what you experience is your experience, not everybody’s. It’s the same with any other holiday. The man, too, left $20 on the bar, which really more than covered his $10 well tequila. A lot is made every year of holiday meal pairings. But have you ever noticed that holiday food itself often isn’t actually paired very well? What exactly does cranberry sauce go with? The turkey? The stuffing? The mashed potatoes? I don’t know and it doesn’t appear that anyone else does either. Maybe before we start pairing wine with the food, we should first make sure all the food works together. Take it from the guy who often clears the holiday feast from the table, green beans almost always go directly in the garbage — even the ones with fried onions on top of them. Ironically, the onions themselves are almost always gone. Finally, a woman in her late 70s, early 80s, sporting a gold lamé turban right out of a 1969 color episode of TV’s “Bewitched,” poked her head around the corner. “Do you have any green crème de menthe?” she asked. “We do,” I said, acknowledging the one and only bottle of it that we have ever carried. “I’ll have a shot of that,” she said. “You don’t see many people drinking crème de menthe anymore,” I said. “Well, I don’t want my family to know I’m drinking,” she said. “We are all doing a sober Thanksgiving.” She, too, left $20 on the bar, which absolutely more than covered her $8 crème de menthe. Sometime later, when I passed through the dining room, I scanned the room for all three of those people. They were easy enough to find. They were all at the same table. Leaving me with these thoughts: • The trendier your drink is, the more expensive it will be. • There’s a difference between “getting” to work Thanksgiving and “having” to. • Sometimes the only things that bind a family together are the holidays and the dysfunction. • Often the bar in many restaurants is not visible from the dining room. Now you know why. Jeff Burkhart is the author of “Twenty Years Behind Bars: The Spirited Adventures of a Real Bartender, Vol. I and II,” the host of the Barfly Podcast on iTunes (as seen in the NY Times) and an award-winning bartender at a local restaurant. Follow him at jeffburkhart.net and contact him at jeffbarflyIJ@outlook.com

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Use analytics tools to monitor app performance, allowing you to anticipate scaling needs before they become critical issues. Integrating telecom applications with existing systems enhances efficiency. Your app should interact smoothly with other software and platforms to provide users with a comprehensive experience. Focus on these integration approaches: Utilize well-documented APIs to connect your app with external services, ensuring data flows smoothly between systems. Ensure your application can interact with various devices and operating systems, providing users with a cohesive experience. Leverage popular third-party tools to enhance your app’s capabilities without developing new features from scratch. This approach saves time and resources while boosting functionality. Telecom applications offer significant opportunities to enhance your business operations. By leveraging advanced features such as data analytics, effective customer relationship management, and operational efficiencies, you can improve service delivery and customer satisfaction. Data analytics in telecom apps allows you to gather insights from customer interactions. This data can be analyzed to identify user preferences and trends, enabling personalized service offerings. By using analytics tools, you can segment your customer base accurately. This segmentation helps in targeting marketing efforts more effectively, boosting customer engagement and retention. You can tailor promotions, notifications, and recommendations based on individual usage patterns. Enhanced data utilization leads to more refined service delivery and better customer experiences. Telecom applications significantly impact customer relationship management (CRM). With integrated CRM features, you can streamline interactions and maintain comprehensive customer profiles. This capability helps you manage customer inquiries, service requests, and feedback efficiently. Utilizing automation within your CRM can enhance response times and service accuracy. It allows for proactive communication, reducing customer frustration and increasing satisfaction. Effective CRM strategies can lead to higher customer loyalty and more personalized service, which supports your goals in enhancing telecom services. Operational efficiency is critical in the telecom industry, and apps can play a vital role here. By automating routine processes, you reduce manual work, leading to faster service delivery. Telecom apps can also facilitate better resource management. For example, applications that monitor network performance can help quickly identify outages or issues, enabling prompt resolution. Additionally, real-time updates and notifications ensure that your team is always informed, which enhances collaboration and responsiveness. Incorporating these features allows you to optimize your workforce and reduce costs. By focusing on operational efficiencies, you position your business to respond more agilely to market demands. This not only streamlines operations but also enhances the overall customer experience. Understanding the critical aspects of telecom application development can help you make informed decisions that enhance user experience and boost your business performance. Below are key considerations and insights related to this field. A telecom application should incorporate user-friendly navigation, quick loading times, and robust security features. Real-time notifications and a seamless user interface are also vital for engagement. Additionally, personalized content and support options can significantly improve the overall experience. Quality telecom software development leads to more reliable services and improved features. When your application performs well and meets user expectations, customer satisfaction increases. This ultimately fosters loyalty, as satisfied customers are more likely to stay and recommend your services to others. Custom telecom app development allows your business to differentiate itself in a crowded market. Tailored solutions can address specific customer needs and preferences, which can enhance user satisfaction. Moreover, you can leverage unique functionalities that competitors may not offer, giving you a competitive edge. When selecting a development provider, consider their experience in the telecom industry, technical expertise, and portfolio of successful projects. Communication skills and their approach to project management are also important. Ensure they understand your business goals and can provide ongoing support after deployment. Advancements in software engineering enable more efficient service delivery and enhanced functionality. Technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning can optimize network management and resource allocation. These improvements lead to better performance and reliability, directly benefiting end-users. Integrating technologies like IoT, cloud computing, and big data analytics can significantly enhance your telecom services. These technologies allow for real-time data analysis and more efficient operations. Consequently, you can offer innovative features, improve service delivery, and better meet customer demands.From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Former member of the National Assembly, Senator Barnabas Gemade, has called on Benue people to encourage and pray for the state Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia to enable him achieve his vision for the state especially in delivering dividends to the people. Gemade made this call on Sunday at Full Gospel Revival Crusade Church, Tse Agberagba, Konshisha Local Government Area of Benue state, during a Thanksgiving service in honour of Technical Adviser to Governor Hyacinth Alia on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communication, Mr Solomon Iorpev. Iorpev was also conferred with a Chieftaincy title as Akinde U Mbavaa. The former governorship aspirant, who was father of the day at the events, said the Governor has been selfless in providing purposeful leadership beyond imagination of the people and should be allowed to serve the state as Governor for two terms. He assured Mr. Iorpev that he will continue to stand by him to serve the Governor effectively and encouraged him to remain resolute in his assignment. The Permanent Secretary Government House Administration, Mr. Bartholomew Ageraga also advised the young people to respect elders and desist from insulting leaders on the social media space. Earlier, during his sermon, Rev Ikyambe Achon, advised leaders to ask for the heart of discernment as Solomon did to enable them lead the people with the fear of God. Achon, a Pastor in charge of stated this on Sunday during a Thanksgiving service in honour of Technical Adviser to Governor Hyacinth Alia on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communication, Mr Solomon Iorpev. The clergy said the heart of wisdom would enable them apply wisdom in a manner that it will profit the people. He encouraged the celebrant to be exemplary so as to be different in discharging his duties emphasizing that God protects those who seek His face against evil ploys and catapults when they were pulled down. Rev Achon warned that those who seek to destroy others have sown a seed that they will reap if not during their time, their generation will sure reap. He said it was only God that would elevate people to leadership positions without making outrageous demands saying it is only God that gives without demanding. He said when children of God return to Him with thanksgiving when they are blessed, He perfects their blessings. In his remark, Technical Adviser to the Governor on Media Publicity and Strategic Communication Mr Iorpev said the thanksgiving was to express his appreciation to God for His blessings on his family and to thank Him for his elevation by Governor Hyacinth Alia. He expressed his commitment to do his job to the best of his abilities to enable the Governor succeed even as he noted that the Governor has given priority to the development of the state as evident in rapid progress made. Mr Iorpev appealed to Benue people to support Governor Alia to have a good finish of the first tenure and to also vote him in for the second term to sustain the good works he has started. Speaking, Chairman Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Benue State Council, Comrade Bemdoo Ugber described the honour as well deserved and urged the people of Konshisha to rally round their son to enable him succeed.

Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title when he hit a major league-best .366 for the Atlanta Braves, has died. He was 85. Major League Baseball , the players' association and the Braves paid tribute to Carty on social media on Sunday. No further details on Carty's death were provided. “Carty was one of the first groundbreaking Latino stars in the major leagues, and he established himself as a hero to millions in his native Dominican Republic, his hometown of San Pedro de Macoris, and the city of Atlanta, where he was a beloved fan favorite,” the players' association said in its statement . The Braves said Carty left an indelible mark on the organization. “While his on-field accomplishments will never be forgotten, his unforgettable smile and generous nature will be sorely missed,” the team said in its statement. Carty made his big league debut with the Braves in September 1963. He batted .330 with 22 homers and 88 RBIs in his first full season in 1964, finishing second to Dick Allen in voting for NL Rookie of the Year. The Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta after the 1965 season, and Carty got the franchise's first hit in its new home on April 12, 1966, against Pittsburgh. Carty had his best year in 1970, batting .366 with 25 homers and a career-best 101 RBIs. He started the All-Star Game after he was elected as a write-in candidate, joining Willie Mays and Hank Aaron in the NL outfield. Carty batted .299 with 204 homers and 890 RBIs over 15 years in the majors, also playing for Cleveland, Toronto, Oakland, Texas and the Chicago Cubs. He retired after the 1979 season. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLBQuinn runs for 154 yards, 2 TDs to lead Texas Southern over Arkansas-Pine Bluff 31-23

PMK President Anbumani on Saturday opposed a decision of his father, party founder S Ramadoss, in a party meeting here on Saturday, and the octogenarian leader curtly said those who do not wish to follow his diktats should quit the outfit. When the party patriarch Ramadoss announced that a party member, Mukunthan, is appointed president of the state youth wing, Anbumani voiced his opposition and a war of words broke out between the father and son at the party's special general council meeting. ET Year-end Special Reads Take That: The gamechanger weapon's India acquired in 2024 10 big-bang policy moves Modi government made in 2024 How governments tried to rein in the social media beast A former union minister and Rajya Sabha MP, Anbumani, said Mukunthan was only about 4 months old in the party and expressed his opposition to his appointment. "Whoever it may be, what I say must be followed, understand?," Ramadoss asserted and said that the party was founded by him and no one could be in the party if his directions were not complied with. Further, the founder leader said: "This is a party I started, what I say must be followed and done. If someone does not wish to follow, they should leave." A stunned Anbumani dropped the handheld microphone on the table, seen as an act of disappointment and disapproval, placed in front of the speakers, who were seated on the dais. 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He was categorical and firm on his stand of appointing Mukunthan to the post. Anbumani, took the mic and announced immediately that he had set up an office at Panayur in suburban Chennai and that office-bearers may meet him there. He also announced a mobile number for contact purposes. On December 21, 2024, the father and son duo were together in a party meeting held at Tiruvannamalai for the welfare of farmers and in that event too, they were seated next to each other on the dais, like it happened here on Saturday. When the PMK aligned with the BJP for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, it was speculated that only Anbumani favoured the alliance and that his father Ramadoss was inclined to join hands with the AIADMK. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel )By Abby Patkin As President-elect Donald Trump’s second term inches nearer — along with his promises of mass deportation — Somerville’s City Council is reaffirming the city’s status as a “welcoming community” for immigrants. “The national political climate remains increasingly hostile toward immigrants and refugees,” a resolution approved Tuesday notes. Trump’s return to the White House also “brings heightened risks for immigrant communities across the country, including in Somerville,” the document states. Tuesday’s resolution featured some slight changes from a version discussed at a City Council meeting earlier this month , which called on city leaders to reaffirm Somerville’s decades-old status as a “sanctuary city.” Somerville previously reaffirmed itself as a sanctuary city following Trump’s 2016 election. 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Colby Rogers made 6 of 9 3-pointers and scored 28 points as host Memphis defeated No. 16 Ole Miss 87-70 on Saturday afternoon. Rogers fouled out and finished one 3-pointer and one point short of his career-highs in both categories and Memphis never trailed. PJ Haggerty added 17 points, Dain Dainja had 16 and Moussa Cisse, an Ole Miss transfer who's in his second stint with the Tigers (10-3), had 13 points and 11 rebounds. Sean Pedulla scored 13, Jaylen Murray had 12 and Malik Dia added 11 to lead the Rebels (11-2), who had won their last five games. Memphis scored the first five points of the second half to increase its lead to 43-36. Pedulla made a layup for Ole Miss' first points, but Nicholas Jourdain made consecutive field goals to push the lead to nine. Mikeal Brown-Jones made two free throws for the Rebels before Haggerty made a 3-pointer and Cisse added a tip-in for a 52-40 lead. Pedulla made a jumper before Brown-Jones was ejected for committing a Flagrant 2 foul. Haggerty made both of the technical free throws and Rogers added two 3-pointers to push the lead to 16. Ole Miss got within 11 points four times, but couldn't get any closer until Matthew Murrell's dunk trimmed the lead to 76-67 with five minutes remaining. Rogers answered with a 3-pointer and Dainja added two field goals to increase the lead to 16. Murray made a free throw, but the Rebels didn't make a field goal during the final 5:32. The Tigers scored the first four points of the game and Haggerty had four as they opened a 9-2 lead. The Rebels made consecutive field goals before Memphis scored eight straight points for a 17-6 lead. Eduardo Klafke made a 3-pointer to end the run, but Rogers' 3-pointer helped the Tigers increase the lead to 27-14. Ole Miss scored the next seven points before Cisse's basket ended the run. The Rebels closed within four points four times Brown-Jones made two free throws to trim the lead to 38-36 at halftime. --Field Level Media

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The Foreign Ministry said the declaration adopted at the 10th Global Forum of the U.N. Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) expressed commitment to all forms of discrimination. "The Declaration highlights the contribution of dialogue and interaction among different cultures to a peaceful and harmonious coexistence,” a ministry statement said. The declaration affirmed the commitment to continue combating racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia, religious intolerance and all forms of discrimination. "The Declaration also underlines that violent extremism cannot be associated with any religion, nationality, civilization, or ethnic group,” it further said. The ministry statement said that Türkiye will continue to fight against all forms of discrimination, especially anti-Muslim hatred, on a global scale and to support the Alliance of Civilizations. The 10th Global Forum of the UNAOC was held in Portugal on Nov. 25-27.AP Trending SummaryBrief at 6:19 p.m. EST

Communist-run Vietnam is planning its boldest bureaucratic reform in decades, slashing ministries, agencies and broadcasters in a bid to reduce bottlenecks and red tape, but risking short-term “paralysis”, officials and investors said. Under the plan, five ministries, four government agencies and five state TV channels would be among the bodies that will cease to exist, according to Communist Party documents reviewed by Reuters and reports in state media. The proposal is still in its preliminary stages and is subject to changes by the time is set to be voted in parliament in February. No figure has been circulated about the number of jobs that could be cut, but thousands of state employees are likely to be affected, based on the magnitude of the cuts envisaged in the documents. Vietnam, a Southeast Asian industrial hub, relies heavily on foreign investment in manufacturing, which fuels a booming export-oriented economy. However, in recent years investors’ discontent has grown louder over delays in project approvals and regulatory reforms compounded by a sweeping anti-corruption campaign. Responding to that criticism, Vietnam’s new Communist Party leader To Lam this month launched a massive overhaul of state bodies, soon after he was appointed to the country’s most powerful job. Vietnam’s home and foreign affairs ministries did not reply to requests for comment. The bold move comes about a year before the Communist Party congress, which in early 2026 will decide whether to confirm Lam in his job. It also coincides with similar post-pandemic government cost-cutting measures being implemented or pledged across the world, including by Argentina’s libertarian President Javier Milei and US President-elect Donald Trump. Among the planned measures, the investment ministry, which is responsible for approving industrial projects, will be merged with the finance ministry. For a while “investors may experience delays or uncertainty as the new structures are established and the dust of this top-level governance merger settles,” said Leif Schneider, head of international law firm Luther in Vietnam. But “the long-term outlook is more optimistic,” he added, saying Vietnam could become a more investor-friendly destination if the reform is executed effectively. Nine investors, diplomats and officials interviewed by Reuters shared the same mixed assessment with many anticipating new administrative delays in the short term. “Expect paralysis to be the normal for a while,” said a Western Hanoi-based diplomat, who also speculated that the reform may also be an attempt by Lam to consolidate power. Two foreign investors expected the reform would bring about long-awaited simplified procedures for businesses, although it was likely to slow project approvals for some months. They declined to be identified to speak more freely. Australia’s ambassador in Hanoi Andrew Goledzinowski likened the current phase to Vietnam’s wide-ranging economic reforms of the 1980s, which turned the war-torn Communist country into a major trading nation in the following decades. “Vietnam’s New Era is dawning at a critical time” as investors seek safe havens in a phase of growing protectionism, Goledzinowski wrote in a social media post. “Money is like water,” he noted, however. “When it is blocked, it goes elsewhere.”Buckle, Destination XL, Pyxis Tankers set to report earnings Friday

Article content OTTAWA — The head of Canada’s diplomatic service briefed international envoys on foreign interference last month as the intense focus on the issue across the country created confusion among some diplomats about where their work might cross the line from influence into meddling. Recommended Videos David Morrison, the deputy minister of Global Affairs Canada, told The Canadian Press in an interview that there is a difference between interference and influence, the latter of which is the job of a diplomat. “The public inquiry and the coverage of it may have created some uncertainty,” he said. “Diplomats had legitimate questions as to where we draw the line in Canada, and we tried to be very clear on that.” The Liberals called a commission of inquiry into foreign interference last year following media reports and pressure from opposition parties. A final report is due by the end of January. An interim report released in May said foreign meddling by China, India, Russia or others did not affect the overall results of the 2019 and 2021 general elections. Commissioner Marie-Josee Hogue said it was possible — but not certain — that outcomes in a small number of ridings were affected by interference. In his interview on Tuesday, Morrison stressed that “Canadians can have absolute confidence in the integrity of our last two general elections.” During his testimony at the inquiry in October, Morrison mentioned he planned to brief diplomats about the matter, and he held that briefing on Nov. 21. Ahead of each of the last three federal elections, Global Affairs Canada sent what’s called a diplomatic circular, essentially a formal notice to all accredited diplomatic missions, outlining that Ottawa expects them not to endorse or finance any political parties or groups. At the Nov. 21 briefing, Morrison told foreign diplomats that they can publicly endorse or oppose a Canadian government policy, but they can’t spread disinformation to discredit a particular party or “undermine public confidence” in Canadian democracy. A slideshow shared at the briefing notes that concerns about interference since 2021 “are broader than only elections” and the “strained geopolitical context ... heightens vulnerabilities” for Canada, with its many diaspora communities. The slideshow encourages “overt engagement” with Canadians and officials, such as hosting events or taking a position on Canada’s national priorities. But it says that “clandestine influence” such as influencing a nomination race or running an online disinformation campaign is out of bounds, as is “clandestine, deceptive or threatening behaviour.” Also wrong would be “obfuscating foreign-state involvement in activities,” funding candidates directly or through in-kind contributions, and “deception meant to manipulate individuals in Canada.” Larisa Galadza, who helps run the department’s democratic resilience bureau, told foreign diplomats that more public awareness of interference makes clear that it is important to avoid even the perception of crossing the line. Her speaking notes, which Morrison provided, say that Canada is “increasing our efforts to set expectations.” “This briefing is an indication of how seriously we are taking this issue,” Galadza’s notes said. She noted that “seeking to control or unduly influence members of a diaspora community” is unacceptable, and that immigrants have the right to be vocally critical of their homeland. Her notes say diplomats can lobby an MP but cannot “convey threats or offer rewards in exchange for their support.” And all of these activities, she noted, are just as unacceptable if done through proxies. Morrison said such communication is necessary, as the international agreements governing the roles of diplomats apply everywhere but aren’t consistently understood. “There’s a wide range of opinions as to what is influence and what is interference,” he said, noting some countries see the limit of what’s acceptable as measures beyond what Canadians would tolerate. “In some national contexts, interference is taken to mean monkeying around with ballot boxes,” he said. Morrison said the session started by “acknowledging that the definitions were not agreed, but that this was our home turf, and we wanted to make certain everyone understood the rules” in Canada. “We made it very clear that, having now given fair warning, if accredited diplomats engage in the kinds of behaviour that we described as being outside of the lines, they could expect to hear from us.” Global Affairs does not monitor the behaviour of foreign diplomats in Canada, but the department’s regional teams are in frequent contact with diplomatic missions and security officials alert the department whenever they find concerning activity. Morrison said his department uses a range of approaches to have foreign states understand Canada’s perspective on acceptable activity. While a formal summons gets media attention, the department can also call in an ambassador to meet with someone ranking from Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly down to a junior desk officer, based on how serious the situation is. Global Affairs Canada can expel diplomats or close embassies abroad, but it can also try making its point in an informal chat at a cocktail reception. “The essence of diplomacy is to be constantly communicating and that happens classically in diplomatic circles at social events and dinners,” he said. In February, senior diplomat Weldon Epp testified to Parliament that the Justice Department and the RCMP have undertaken workshops with the Indian government, “to explain what our standards legally would be” for extraditing people to India for terrorism charges. “How India defines extremism or even terrorism does not always compute in our legal system,” Weldon Epp told MPs at the time. Looking ahead to the next federal election, Morrison said he’s most concerned about emboldened hostile states using artificial intelligence in their attacks. He particularly worries about deepfakes, which are spoof videos and images that can dupe people into thinking politicians said or did certain things they didn’t. “The foreign interference that we have seen is continuing to evolve,” he said. “Our defences against it will need to continue to evolve as well.”What Black Friday's history tells us about holiday shopping in 2024

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