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Manchester United target Antony misses first day of Ajax pre-season training amid transfer interest as Brazilian forward continues to push for a reunion with Erik ten Hag
- Ajax star Antony missed pre-season training amid Manchester United interest
- The Red Devils have made the Brazilian one of their priorities this summer
- The winger is hoping to be reunited with former coach Erik ten Hag at United
Ajax star Antony has missed the first day of pre-season training with the Dutch champions amid transfer interest from Manchester United.
The Brazilian winger has emerged as one of the Red Devils' main transfer priorities this window, with new boss Erik ten Hag eager to bring his former player to Old Trafford.
The 22-year-old is keen to join Ten Hag and made his stance clear to Ajax after being absent from new manager Alfred Schreuder's training session on Friday.
Ajax star Antony was absent from pre-season training amid Man United interest
Antony missed new manager Alfred Schreuder's (above) training session on Friday afternoon
Talks are ongoing for the £40m man, who scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists as Ten Hag's Ajax side won the Eredivisie last season.
Antony - identified as a target by Ten Hag during talks with United football director John Murtough in Amsterdam last month - shares a good relationship with his former boss, with the Dutchman signing him from Sao Paulo in 2020.
The Dutch champions were confident of retaining their star player at the start of the window, but it seems that the Brazilian is taking matters into his own hands to force a move to the Premier League.
United are yet to recruit a new signing this window and their pursuit for Jurrien Timber suffered a crushing blow this week.
The Brazilian winger is hoping to be reunited with former Ajax boss ten Hag this summer
United had identified Antony's team-mate, Timber, as one of their top defensive targets this window before new Ajax boss Schreuder claimed the young star was staying in Amsterdam.
'I have spoken with Jurrien and I am assuming he is staying at Ajax,' Schreuder told ESPNnl.
'Timber is a smart guy and he knows what is best for himself. We think he is not done at Ajax yet.'
While there is frustration over Timber, United are in the running to sign Juventus centre-back and ex-Ajax star Matthijs De Ligt, although Chelsea are also interested.
Manchester United suffered a drastic setback in their pursuit of Ajax's Jurrien Timber | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10951983/Manchester-United-target-Antony-misses-day-Ajax-training-amid-transfer-interest.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-06-25T08:59:56Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10951983/Manchester-United-target-Antony-misses-day-Ajax-training-amid-transfer-interest.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | false | 2 |
Moon Lovers Scarlet Heart Ryeo Season 2: Why do fans continue to wait for its renewal?
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Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo is another groundbreaking K-drama released in 2016 after Descendants of the Sun and Love in the Moonlight. According to Good Data Corporation, a research institute, the series has been the most discussed drama of the year after Love in the Moonlight and Descendants of the Sun. Demands for Moon Lovers Scarlet Heart Ryeo Season 2 is still high after more than five years of the first season's release.
Though the initial rating for the K-drama is dis-satisfactory but later it became hugely popular and sold for more than $400,000 per episode to the Chinese broadcasting station Youku, totaling over $8 million.
Already two petitions were created in favor of the creation of Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo Season 2. One of the petitions wrote that Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo ended with a cliffhanger that left millions of Korean drama fans heartbroken. Fans desperately want to know what happened to Wang Soo and HaeSoo after season 1.
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There is no major cliffhanger in the first season. Fans still want to see more of IU and Lee JoonGi's classic romantic story. Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo Season 2 is not official yet, but the cast members of the series have showed interest in Season 2.
Some fans believe Netflix could pick the series for their global audience. In fact, a theory says that when Netflix picks any drama for global audiences, it streams that series for years, especially if the series becomes popular. As of now, Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo Season 2 seems unlikely to happen in the future despite the huge viewership of the series across the world.
The South Korean drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo shows time travel, fantasy, romance and historical stories through its plot. It is based on Bu Bu Jing Xin Chinese novel and is directed by Kim Kyu Tae (IRIS, That Winter, That Wind Blows; It's Okay, That's Love; Our Blues, etc.) It stars Lee JoonGi, Lee JiEun (IU) and Kang Ha Neul.
During a total solar eclipse, a 25-year-old 21st-century woman, Go Ha-jin (Lee Ji-eun), is transported back in time, to the Goryeo Dynasty. She wakes up in the year of 1941, in the body of HaeSoo, among the many princes of the ruling Wang family, during the reign of King Taejo.
She initially falls in love with 8th Prince Wang Wook (Kang Ha-neul), but later develops a relationship with Wang So (Lee Joon-gi), the fearsome 4th Prince, who hides his face behind a mask and is given the derogatory label of "wolf-dog". As the story develops, HaeSoo finds herself unwittingly caught up in the palace politics and the rivalry among the princes, as they fight for the throne.
Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo Season 2 doesn't have an official release date yet. Stay tuned to Devdiscourse to get the latest updates on the South Korean drama.
Also Read: Yumi's Cells Season 2 Episodes 5 & 6: Yami, Goo Woong may spend Christmas together | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/2086255-moon-lovers-scarlet-heart-ryeo-season-2-why-do-fans-continue-to-wait-for-its-renewal | 2022-06-25T09:05:21Z | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/2086255-moon-lovers-scarlet-heart-ryeo-season-2-why-do-fans-continue-to-wait-for-its-renewal | false | 1 |
By Ezra Ukanwa, Abuja.
HUMAN Rights Activist and Presidential Candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has bemoaned the current state of the Nigerian economy, stating that the country has a ‘vulcaniser economy, where people are patching along.’
Sowore, however, averred that those at the helm of leadership in Nigeria are hindering the country from moving with the same flow as developed nations of the world.
Sowore said this while speaking on the sidelines with reporters during the African Economic Merit Award Inspire University tour, which was held at Baze University, in Abuja.
According to him, I would be exaggerating if I said that Nigeria has an economy right now. What we have is a vulcanizer economy where people are just patching along.
“The debt to GDP ratio is unbelievable, we are borrowing to pay salaries, the hospital and security situations are so bad, even the oil that we talk so much about, we are exporting less than half of what is meant to go out because of insecurity.
“We see how the so called advanced countries keep transforming and transiting from one policy to another as they evolve, but it takes a lot of brain power to understand when the world is changing. With these analog-based leaders here, they don’t understand.
“We also have to tap into these brilliant young people, there are brilliant people out there,” he said.
The Sahara publisher said that basic education does not have the potential of making Nigeria great as it is an outdated concept, stating that technological innovation is the way forward.
“We must invest in education. I am no longer interested in basic education because basic education is not going to take Nigeria anywhere.
“My kids are already using laptops in Primary 5 and basic education doesn’t make provision for that because the laws and policies it is based on did not take technology into consideration. We are going to go into advanced education, we want classrooms all over the country that are virtual,” he said. | https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/06/nigeria-has-a-vulcaniser-economy-where-everyones-patching-along-sowore/ | 2022-06-25T09:07:21Z | https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/06/nigeria-has-a-vulcaniser-economy-where-everyones-patching-along-sowore/ | true | 1 |
PM Modi to have 15 hectic engagements during Germany, UAE visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold meetings with over 12 world leaders during his visit to Germany and the United Arab Emirates and will have over 15 hectic engagements, official sources said on Saturday.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold meetings with over 12 world leaders during his visit to Germany and the United Arab Emirates and will have over 15 hectic engagements, official sources said on Saturday. Modi will also speak at an Indian community event in Munich, which is expected to be the largest such programme post-COVID-19. He is travelling to Germany to attend the G7 summit, to be held on June 26 and 27, and will travel to the UAE on June 28 to pay his condolences on the passing away of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the former president of the Gulf nation.
Official sources said the prime minister will have multiple bilateral meetings in addition to attending the G7, a grouping of the world's seven richest nations, during his around 60-hour stay in Germany and the UAE. Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra said on Friday that Modi will hold bilateral meetings and discussions with the leaders of the G7 and also the guest countries on the sidelines of the G7 summit.
Besides India, Germany has also invited Argentina, Indonesia, Senegal and South Africa as guests for the summit to recognise the democracies of the global south as its partners.
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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India and US need to cooperate more closely in Indo-Pacific: Congressman Wilson | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/2086223-pm-modi-to-have-15-hectic-engagements-during-germany-uae-visit | 2022-06-25T09:07:51Z | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/2086223-pm-modi-to-have-15-hectic-engagements-during-germany-uae-visit | true | 1 |
CT Boston/Norton MA Zone Forecast for Friday, June 24, 2022
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400 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
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Hartford CT-
Including the cities of Hartford and Windsor Locks
400 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Hot with highs around
90. North winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the lower 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in
the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
Chance of rain 40 percent.
.MONDAY...Showers likely. Cooler with highs in the upper 70s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of
rain 70 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of
showers. Cooler with lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the
upper 70s. Lows in the upper 50s.
.THURSDAY THROUGH FRIDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 80s.
Lows in the mid 60s.
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CTZ003-252000-
Tolland CT-
Including the cities of Union and Vernon
400 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Hot with highs around
90. Northwest winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the lower 90s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.MONDAY...Showers. Much cooler. Humid with highs in the mid 70s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of
rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of
showers. Cooler with lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the
upper 70s. Lows in the mid 50s.
.THURSDAY THROUGH FRIDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the mid 80s.
Lows in the lower 60s.
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CTZ004-252000-
Windham CT-
Including the cities of Putnam and Willimantic
400 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Hot with highs around
90. Northwest winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. Hot with highs
in the lower 90s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph
in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.MONDAY...Showers. Much cooler. Humid with highs in the mid 70s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of
rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Cooler with lows in the mid 50s.
Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the
upper 70s. Lows in the upper 50s.
.THURSDAY THROUGH FRIDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the mid 80s.
Lows in the lower 60s.
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CT New York NY Zone Forecast for Friday, June 24, 2022
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325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
CTZ005-252000-
Northern Fairfield-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the upper 80s.
Northwest winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the evening.
Chance of rain 50 percent.
.MONDAY...Showers. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s.
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CTZ009-252000-
Southern Fairfield-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the upper 80s.
Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming southwest this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southwest winds around
5 mph, increasing to south 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.
South winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.MONDAY...Showers with highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s.
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CTZ006-252000-
Northern New Haven-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the upper 80s.
North winds around 5 mph, becoming west this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the evening.
Chance of rain 40 percent.
.MONDAY...Showers. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s.
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CTZ010-252000-
Southern New Haven-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the mid 80s.
Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming southwest this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. South winds around 5 mph,
increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.
South winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.MONDAY...Showers with highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
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CTZ007-252000-
Northern Middlesex-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the upper 80s.
Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming west this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
Gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the evening.
Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Showers with highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s.
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CTZ011-252000-
Southern Middlesex-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the mid 80s.
West winds around 5 mph, becoming southwest around 5 mph this
afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Southwest winds around
5 mph, increasing to south 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts
up to 20 mph in the evening.
.MONDAY...Showers with highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
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Northern New London-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the upper 80s.
Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming west this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds around 5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
Gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts
up to 20 mph in the evening.
.MONDAY...Showers. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely in the evening,
then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows
in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
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Southern New London-
325 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the lower 80s.
West winds around 5 mph, becoming southwest around 5 mph this
afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds around 5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
Gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts
up to 20 mph in the evening.
.MONDAY...Showers likely. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of
rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday inaugurated the Padma Bridge and said that the mega government-funded project belonged to the people of the nation.
In a short speech before the inauguration, Hasina said: “I have no complaints against anyone, but I reckon those who opposed the Padma Bridge construction plan and called it a ‘pipe dream’ lack self-confidence. I hope this bridge will boost their confidence, whereas we have built ourselves.”
While lauding the courage of the nation, she said the project is a symbol of a Bangladesh’s pride, honour and ability.
“People on the south of Padma river have been neglected, but they won’t be neglected anymore,” she said, adding that a section of the Metro Rail in Dhaka and the tunnel under Karnaphuli river in Chittagong will be opened within this year.
“This bridge is not just bricks, cement, iron, and concrete… This bridge is our pride, a symbol of our capacity, our strength, our dignity. This bridge belongs to the people of Bangladesh.”
She expressed deep gratitude to the people involved with the construction, including the project authority, consultants, contractors, workers, and army personnel who provided security.
The Prime Minister further said that there was no compromise with regards to the quality of the Padma Bridge construction.
“It was built maintaining the highest standards,” she added.
Hasina also released a Tk 100 note to commemorate the occasion.
The Chinese contractor of the Padma Bridge also presented a replica of Hasina.
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POP
You’ve seen him do it online. You’ve seen him do it in other cities. Now is your chance to see it in person, as Justin Bieber brings his viral “stomp” to the Forum.
3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, justinbiebermusic.com, July 2 and 3.
R&B
With her signature rasp and peerless stage presence, Macy Gray has captivated listeners for more than two decades. Catch the singer-songwriter at the Belasco with her band, the California Jet Club, as she croons her best—both plugged in and unplugged— from “Relating to a Psychopath” to “I Try.”
1050 S. Hill St., downtown, livenation.com, July 8.
ALT
Fleet Foxes, Seattle’s longtime critical darlings, make a pit stop at the Greek alongside Brazilian artist Tim Bernardes. The tour marks the first time the full band will perform songs live from its fourth studio album, Shore.
2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz, fleetfoxes.co, July 8.
COUNTRY
If you missed Stagecoach, don’t fret—Palomino Festival comes to the Rose Bowl grounds as a country coda, complete with Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, Orville Peck, and others. Doors open at noon, with the Compton Cowboys and Nikki Lane’s Stage Stop Marketplace also on hand.
1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, palominopasadena.com, July 9.
INDIE
Not since 2019 has the Getty staged its free summer series Off the 405. July, in particular, offers a double-header of can’t-miss talent: Mauri Tapia’s bedroom pop band Los Retros and the indie-folk sounds of Meg Duffy’s Hand Habits.
1200 Getty Center Dr., Brentwood, getty.edu, Los Retros, July 9; Hand Habits, July 23.
POP
Praise be—King Princess (aka Mikaela Straus) visits the Greek with pop pal Dora Jar. In support of Straus’s forthcoming sophomore album, Hold On Baby, expect eargasmic songs, old (“1950”) and new (“For My Friends”).
2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz, kingprincessmusic.com, July 16.
POP
On the heels of wrapping This Is Us, the multi-talented Mandy Moore returns to the stage for her first big tour in more than ten years. Indie-soul artist AHI opens at the Fonda before the “Candy” singer shares music from her seventh album, In Real Life, inspired by new motherhood.
6126 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, mandymoore.com, July 22.
POP
Bluegrass-turned-pop legends the Chicks hit the Greek, along with Jenny Lewis. Expect a mix of all-time faves and songs from their recent record, Gaslighter—the name of which you’ll also see slapped on the label of their just-launched wine, available at the merch tent. 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz, thechicks.com, July 25 and 26.
FOLK ROCK
Crypto.com Arena invites James Taylor and his All-Star Band for a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it stadium soiree. Come for a jukebox blend of his beloved catalog, stay for a tease of new material.
1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, jamestaylor.com, July 28.
R&B
Head to the Hills the next night for a dual display of R&B masters—both making their respective Bowl debuts. TLC’s T-Boz and Chilli take the stage first to perform an array of their jams, then Boyz II Men close with the help of conductor Thomas Wilkins and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.
2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood Hills, hollywoodbowl.com, July 29.
HIP-HOP
For the first time ever, the massive hip-hop and electronic fest HARD Summer expands to three days, boasting such headliners as Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Uzi Vert, and Porter Robinson. See them and more than 100 other acts, as they transform the NOS Events Center’s fairgrounds and racetrack into five stages of multi-genre madness.
689 S. E Street, San Bernardino, hardsummer.com, July 29 through 31.
POP
This Bowl night promises an explosive pairing of Grammy firepower. Compton’s top-notch blues guitarist and five-time winner Keb’ Mo’ kicks things off, before nine-time winner Sheryl Crow closes with an arsenal of her hits, from “All I Wanna Do” to “Soak Up the Sun.” 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood Hills, hollywoodbowl.com, August 3.
AMERICANA
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss delighted fans when they collaborated on the Grammy-winning Raising Sands record. More than a decade later, the Led Zeppelin frontman and bluegrass maven reunite to tour Raise the Roof, their critically acclaimed follow-up that boasts a wide range of covers. The Greek, 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz, plantkrauss.com, August 18.
R&B
Big summer for Diana Ross—the vet soul singer was already asked to dazzle at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and in Glastonbury’s teatime legend slot. Lucky you, she brings her new album, Thank You, and other faves (from “I’m Coming Out” to “Stop in the Name of Love”) to the Bowl for two nights.
2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood Hills, hollywoodbowl.com, August 26 and 27.
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The former minister is investigated for passive corruption, malfeasance, administrative advocacy and influence peddling for alleged involvement in a scheme by which pastors asked for bribes from mayors in exchange for the release of ministry resources.
The PSOL presented a request to summon the minister for him to appear in the plenary of the Chamber after the disclosure of a telephone recording made by the Federal Police (video below) with judicial authorization in which Ribeiro reports to his daughter an alleged alert from Bolsonaro regarding a possible search and seizure action by the PF. The summons by the plenary depends on the president of the Chamber, deputy Arthur Lira (PP-AL), an ally of Bolsonaro.
Milton Ribeiro says he received a call from Bolsonaro about search and seizure
The PT made requests to convene the minister to the Constitution, Justice and Citizenship Commission (CCJ) and the Labor Commission based on statements by the Federal Police delegate responsible for the operation, Bruno Callandrini. According to the delegate, there was interference in the operation due to a “superior decision” for Ribeiro not to be transferred to Brasília, according to a court order issued on Wednesday by a federal judge. In the Labor Committee, the request entered the voting list for next Tuesday (28).
This Friday, the opposition leader in the Senate, Randolfe Rodrigues (Rede-AP), filed a lawsuit with the Federal Supreme Court (STF) in which he asks for an investigation to be opened to investigate possible interference by Bolsonaro in the investigations of the Federal Police. In the action, the senator points out violation of secrecy and obstruction of justice by the president.
Jair Bolsonaro’s lawyer, Frederick Wassef, stated that the president did not interfere with the Federal Police and has “nothing to do with these recordings”. “What we have for now is: Milton Ribeiro is using the president’s name improperly, without authorization. Let him answer for his actions, let him explain himself”, declared Wassef.
The episode of the former Minister of Education provoked demonstrations in social networks of deputies and senators. Read below (in alphabetical order):
- Alencar Santana (PT-SP), minority leader in Chamber of Deputies: “Jair Bolsonaro called Milton Ribeiro to warn him about the @policiafederal operation and this is called OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE, a crime that leads to jail. Militiamen, you lost!”
- Alexandre Padilha (PT-SP), deputy: “Milton Ribeiro said that Bolsonaro came to him saying he had a ‘feeling’ that the PF could carry out a search and seizure operation. Between us, I’m really curious to know where this divine revelation came from.”
- Enio Verri (PT-PR), deputy: “Former minister Milton Ribeiro delivers Jair: ‘No! It’s not that… he thinks they’re going to carry out a search and seizure… at home… you know…’ The president needs to be investigated after this leak.”
- Fabiano Contarato (PT-ES), senator: “Secrecy in search and seizure operations prevents the destruction of evidence. This news is extremely serious: if confirmed, the President of the Republic has committed the crimes of violation of secrecy (art. 325, CP) and obstruction of justice (art, 2, § 1, of Law 12.850/13).”
- Fernanda Melchionna (PSOL-RS), deputy: “Absurd! @GloboNews recently denounced that Bolsonaro called Milton Ribeiro to say he had a “feeling” that the PF would carry out a search and seizure in an operation against the former minister. account of it. A scandal!”
- Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ), senator: So there was a recording of the former Minister saying that “he” thought he could have search and seizure? If “he” was Bolsonaro, why didn’t the judge and prosecutor of the @MPF_PGR send the case files to @STF_oficial instead of arresting the former Minister? It reeks of “slutty”, as well as crime, of course!”
- Joice Hasselmann (PSDB-SP), deputy: “It’s a CRIME! @jairbolsonaro called the investigated Milton Ribeiro to warn about a search and seizure at his house. He had time to fix everything. It’s also a crime to warn the president of the Republic. of Justice has to give the name of who passed the information to Bolsonaro. Enough! The president uses the state and goes unpunished.”
- Henrique Fontana (PT-RS), deputy: “Very serious! MPF cites Bolsonaro’s ‘possible illicit interference’ in the investigation against Milton Ribeiro and asks the STF to investigate whether the president interfered in the PF. didn’t deserve it.”
- Humberto Costa (PT-PE), senator: “Federal Police intercepted a message exchange between Milton Ribeiro and his daughter in which he says Bolsonaro warned him about possible searches in corruption investigations. What else is missing for Bolsonaro to fall?”
- Jorge Solla (PT-BA), deputy: “Audio of call between Milton Ribeiro and his daughter, former minister admits that Bolsonaro called him to warn him, on June 9, that there would be a PF operation against him. It is a crime of sufficient responsibility for impeachment. Bolsonaro interfered to help investigated to hide evidences.”
- Leila Barros (PDT-DF), senator: “Breaching the secrecy of police operations is very serious. It jeopardizes the preservation of evidence. If this news is proven, in addition to constituting a crime, the president’s attitude will affect the credibility of the Federal Police.”
- Natália Bonavides (PT-RN), deputy: “Bomb! What’s missing for Bolsonaro to fall? Eavesdropping reveals Bolsonaro’s interference in a PF operation. Bolsonaro said he had a “hunch” that the PF would carry out a search and seizure warrant at the house of former minister Milton Ribeiro. Insider information has changed. by name?”
- Pedro Uczai (PT-SC), deputy: “The house collapsed! Bolsonaro called Milton Ribeiro, warning him of a probable operation by the Federal Police that would arrest the former minister of education. How did the president know about the investigation? Is he interfering in the actions of the Federal Police?”
- Randolfe Rodrigues (Rede-AP), senator, leader of the opposition: “In light of the latest news, the #CPIdoMEC is increasingly necessary. In addition, we will file a complaint with the STF against the President for obstruction of justice and violation of professional secrecy!”
- Renan Calheiros (MDB-AL), senator: “These statements demonstrate that the President of the Republic certainly committed crimes. First, he frustrates a police investigation as a result of a judicial decision. This makes it possible for those investigated to hide evidence, making it difficult to clarify, to deepen the investigation that is wanted. , he violated the secrecy of the police investigation, certainly with the participation of the Minister of Justice. This is what needs to be investigated also because you cannot assume that a delegate has called the President of the Republic to give information about a police investigation. In other words, the two of them overstepped their roles.” | https://playcrazygame.com/2022/06/25/milton-ribeiro-case-reverberates-in-congress-opposition-triggers-stf-and-tries-to-summon-minister-of-justice-policy/ | 2022-06-25T09:20:17Z | https://playcrazygame.com/2022/06/25/milton-ribeiro-case-reverberates-in-congress-opposition-triggers-stf-and-tries-to-summon-minister-of-justice-policy/ | false | 1 |
Hyderabad: “Power corrupts; absolute power corrupts absolutely” is an age old adage.
Political turmoil in Maharashtra State, the country’s financial hub, leading to near collapse of Shiv Sena led Maha Vikas Aghadhi Government, is an eye opener and fits the adage.
In the latest episode, Eknath Shinde, Minister for Urban Development and Public Works, the four time MLA from Kopri-Pachpakhadi constituency of Thane in Maharashtra, has raised a banner of revolt against Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and claims support of 40 Sena MLAs and 10 others. This is the third such trouble in Maha government.
His main grouse is Uddhav Thackeray had watered down Bal Thackeray’s Shiv Sena, Hindutva and Maratha pride ideology, ignored Shiv Sena MLAs, gave audience priority to NCP and Congress MLAs besides funds. CM denied the allegations.
Though this could be partly true, CBI, Enforcement Directorate cases against some could also be one of the reason for the chorus—“we should have alliance with BJP.”
Maha Vikas Aghadhi (MVA) government comprising Shiv Sena, Indian National Congress (INC) and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)’s marriage of convenience to form the Government now lay in tatters.
Pent up anger against Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and son Aditya Thackeray seems to be brewing for a long time going by the allegations levelled by rebels.
More shocking is the flight of 40-odd MLAs right under the nose of Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray–first to Surat by road in BJP ruled Gujarat and Guwahati in Assam which indicate total collapse of intelligence network or deliberate suppression of information to CM. Home Minister Dilip Walse Patil belongs to NCP!
Maha turmoil could spill to other states where regional parties, coalition governments and family rule are in vogue. Though BJP, the original Sena partner, is accused of engineering the split, the later denies any role.
Firstly, a coalition government is always shaky since any partner could pull the rug under the feet anytime. More so if they are ideologically different, one trying to rough shod the other, differences in family, power etc.
Shiv Sena, which fought 2019 elections in alliance with BJP dumped the latter for Chief Minister post and stitched quick alliance with Sharad Pawar led NCP and Congress.
It’s not just in Shiv Sena. Such rebellion was seen in the past in M G Ramachandran’s AIADMK. After his death in 1987, factions led by his wife Ms Janaki Ramachandran and his ‘friend’ Ms J Jayalalithaa had a bitter fight for legacy in which Jayalalithaa won.
In undivided Andhra Pradesh N T Rama Rao was overthrown by his son-in-law N Chandrababu Naidu in 1995 in the family power struggle fearing NTR may hand over power to his second wife Lakshmi Parvathi. Samajwadi Party, DMK, TMC, RJD and other regional parties too faced similar problems.
Though family rule continues in the Congress headed by Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, but many senior leaders quit the party over differences.
In Telangana, ruling TRS led by K Chandrasekhar Rao holds sway over the people, but here too son, Municipal Administration Minister K T Rama Rao, daughter K Kavitha and a close coterie calls the shots.
Like in Maharashtra case, access to KCR is quite difficult and many TRS leaders have a grouse. Former Finance Minister Etala Rajender, once a close aide of KCR, quit TRS and joined BJP after he was side-lined. He called KCR “Chakravarthi” (King) who refused audience to him and many party leaders. He was trapped in land grabbing cases, but won Huzurabad.
Though KCR continues to have stranglehold over the party and government, the Maharashtra like crisis could spread to other parties sooner or later in the country.
However, in Maharashtra case, the present fight is not among family, but between Chief Minister and senior Shiv Sainiks wedded to party patriarch Bal Thackeray’s Hindutva ideology and other issues
In the past, Raj Thackeray, nephew of Bal Thackeray quit Shiv Sena over legacy and launched Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). He couldn’t muster much support and won only one assembly seat. But like Uncle Bal Thackeray, he is vocal and articulate speaker, the quality lacked in Uddhav Thackeray.
An open letter written by rebel Aurangabad Shiv Sena rebel MLA Sanjay Shirsat sums up the rift.
“Thackeray did not give audience and was always flanked by coterie that cut off access to him.
Thackeray stopped Sena MLAs from accompanying Environment Minister Aaditya Thackeray to Ayodhya after checking at the Airport. It was Sena MLAs who persuaded Shinde to revolt unable to bear the insults and degradation over a period of time,” he alleged.
The letter further said, “For the last 2.5 years, the doors of your bungalow Varsha (CM’s official residence in Mumbai) were closed to Shiv Sena MLAs. We had to appeal to your coterie many times. Finally, we used to get message saying we were called to Varsha. But we were made to wait at the gate for several hours. We used to get fed up and leave.”
He charged that MLAs representing 3-4 lakh voters were systematically insulted and they could not meet Thackeray at Mantralaya since he never went there.
Praising Shinde, he said, “His doors were always open to us. It was Shinde who helped resolve our problems. Party MLAs persuaded Shinde to take this step for the rights of all the legislators.”
While Shiv Sena had no access to CM, MLAs from NCP and Congress could meet CM and get their work done. Funds also went to them, he alleged.
The letter summed up, “Today we are with Shinde with the belief his home, which has always been open to us in difficult circumstances, will remain so. Yesterday, whatever you (Uddhav Thackeray) said made us emotional. But I did not get answers to basic questions.”
A split in Shiv Sena, which once ruled Mumbai and Maharashtra with iron hand, looks imminent. It’s not just MLAs which matter, but also party.
Uddhav Thackeray could lose MLAs, but can he retain the party floated by his father Bal Thackeray, is a million dollar question.
In the 288 member Maharashtra Assembly, BJP has 106, Shiv Sena 56, NCP 53, Congress 44 and 29 others.
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Here at ESSENCE, we are launching a new article series entitled #ESSENCEApproved. In these monthly-themed articles, the ladies of Black Girl Magic headquarters will be sharing our favorite Black-owned products that you oughta know about.
We’ve tried them for ourselves, Sis and we have to put you on.
It’s June, and this month is all about the Summer Glow Up! Check out a few products that come highly recommended from Tamish Bates, Marketing Manager here at ESSENCE and all-around beauty and self-care enthusiast.
It’s time to glow up, mind, body and soul.
01
Be Rooted Journal
I’m a sucker for a cute journal. Ask my fiancé, whenever I go to Target, I am bound to leave with a new one, lol. So, when the Be Rooted journals hit stores, featuring beautiful illustrations of women of color on the cover, as well as empowering messages, I knew I had to get one.
As a part of your summer glow up and self-care practices, I highly recommend journaling and
writing out your to dos or goals in a physical journal. Yes, I am a millennial, and while there are
apps galore that you can use, there are also a ton of distractions and constant notifications on our
phones.
Consider unplugging this Summer and using a Be Rooted journal to write out your thoughts, do a
brain dump of your to dos to free up some space in your mind, or create a checklist of your
weekly, quarterly or yearly goals and track your progress.
Trust me, this is something you’re going to want to try.
02
The Honey Pot Calming Lavender Bath Bomb
If you’re the type of “gworl” that loves a luxurious bath as a moment to decompress, consider trying the Honey Pot Calming Lavender Bath Bomb. This Black-owned brand smells amazing, and will give you the self-care, spa day you’ve been looking for.
And you don’t have to wait until Self-Care Saturday, take some time for you any day that you’d like.
The Honey Pot Calming Lavender Bath Bomb is sure to take your bath time to new self-care depths.
03
Camille Rose Moisture Milk
Now that we’ve worked on glowing up internally, let’s get into our outer beauty, starting with our hair.
Every kinky and curly hair girl knows that a leave-in conditioner is a must, and if you’re looking for a great one, look no further than Camille Rose’s Moisture Milk.
Whether you’re rocking a wash and go, braids or other protective hairstyles this Summer, apply Camille Rose’s Moisture Milk leave-in conditioner, after washing, and deep conditioning your hair, to give your hair the ultimate spa day.
Not only does it smell good, but it will leave your hair feeling amazing.
Thank me later, Sis!
04
Camryn’s BFF Gentle Edges Double-Sided Hair Brush/Comb
Ladies, the Summer heat always tries to come for our edges, but we will not be defeated! Haha.
Camryn’s BFF Gentle Edges Double-Sided Hair Brush/Comb is a God-send. Combining the edge-slaying tools that we typically use, this product is convenient and compact enough to fit in your bag.
Pair with your fav, tried and true edge control, and use the comb side to shape your edges and the brush to smooth them.
05
Habit Cosmetics Baby Nail Polish Trio – Flower Child
And the category is…COLOR! Nothing says summer quite like a vibrant nail polish. Trade in your winter and spring hues this month for my favorite shade from Habit Cosmetics, the neon yellow polish within the Flower Child Trio.
Not into neons? Consider the pink or the orange shades. You truly cannot go wrong with any of these options.
Have some fun and try something new!
06
The Lip Bar Vegan Matte Liquid Lipstick
Last but certainly not least, while you’re prepping to pop out in your best looks this summer, don’t forget about your lipstick, Ladies.
The Lip Bar is my go-to with so many bold colors that elevate and complete any look. Two of my favorite shades for Summer are Prom Queen and Bawse Lady, paired with The Lip Bar’s lip liners.
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Mary Louise “Loo” Benjamin, 71, of Athens, PA, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2022, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
She was born on July 28, 1950, in Brooklyn, NY, the eldest daughter of the late Louis Richard and Joan Ruth (Flynn) Preiato.
Loo is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years; Dale, her twin sons; Jonathan Gordon Benjamin and Richard Louis Preiato Benjamin, sisters; Susan Joan Maciejewski of Clearwater, FL and Nancy D’Angelo of Carmel, NY, her aunt Hazel Assante who Loo considered a big sister, close cousin Ernest Preiato, and nephews; Danny and Jeffery Maciejewski and Michael and William D’Angelo. She is also survived by brothers-in-law; Dean Benjamin and Russell Benjamin and their families. She is also survived by many good friends that were made over the years through work and play; Kathy O’Herron McGillian, Deborah Wick, Beverly Koss Kersey, Kathy Morgan, Carolyn Learn, Amy Hoyt, and Janine Rounds, and the list goes on and on. I used to pick on her because she would go into a bathroom and walk out knowing everyone’s life history. She could talk to anyone and did.
Besides her parents, she is predeceased by her mother-in-law and father-in-law; Gordon Russell and Donna Jean (Carr) Benjamin and her good friends and neighbors; Lucille Fuller and Priscilla Ammerman.
Loo had a BA in Biology and Math from Stony Brook. She moved to this area with a medical group during the 72’ flood and stayed working at Corning Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. In 1976, she married Dale Benjamin and they made their home on Orange Hill in Athens, PA. She then went to work at GTE Sylvania as a Supervising Tech and later as a Technician in the tungsten grade powder area, where she patented a carbo wax process which earned a Warner Award. She went back to school and earned her Master’s Degree in System Science and continued her work at Sylvania as a Computer System Analyst.
In 1991, the boys were born and she gladfully left her career to be a stay-at-home mom. She however was very active in the PTA, Boy Scouts, and became a soccer mom. Loo was undoubtedly a great mom, a loving wife, and a friend to many and will be dearly missed. RIP Loo.
Loo had many hobbies which included gardening and sewing. She enjoyed working on anyone’s genealogy, especially the Carr side of the family. She was a member of the Fine Arts Club and served as Vice President and Secretary. She was a former president of the Litchfield PTA, active in the Boy Scouts and a member of the American Chemical Society.
A Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a later date. The family is being assisted by Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Athens, PA.
Mary Louise’s wishes were for memorial donations to be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 30386, Philadelphia, PA 19103 or www.cancer.org. The family would like to thank the staff on the 6th and 7th floor of the Guthrie Hospital for making her stay comfortable.
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Congress passed a bill Friday that aims to keep up the expanded, pandemic-era distribution of free meals for all students this summer.
Final passage of the Keep Kids Fed Act in the U.S. House came less than a week before rule changes for child nutrition programs were set to expire June 30.
“Our action today staves off a dangerous hunger cliff: ensuring universal free meals for all children throughout this summer, while helping schools keep up supply chain snags and rising costs for the upcoming school year,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat, in a statement.
The bill now goes to President Joe Biden for his signature.
The legislation is intended to extend the rules that were adopted soon after COVID-19 disrupted schools nationwide so that summer meal distribution sites could operate in any community with need, rather than just where there’s a high concentration of low-income children, and offer to-go meals.
Rules that have allowed all students to receive meals for free at school, regardless of family income level, are still set to expire before the next academic year.
A bipartisan agreement that had been reached this week in the Senate would have allowed children who are eligible for reduced price lunch to eat for free in the upcoming school year, but that provision was removed from the final agreement.
“I’m disappointed we had to make this change. But without this bill, we would have no support for kids at all,” said Democratic U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, of Michigan, chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Advocates said the action in Congress will provide relief for families, but they are disappointed that the reduced-price lunch kids won’t get meals for free while families are struggling with soaring food and gas prices. They also say there will be fewer meal sites this summer because of the late timing of the legislation.
“Everything’s going up, food, gas, housing. Those families that are in that category oftentimes make a little bit too much money so that they can’t get assistance from different programs, now school meals, but they don’t make enough that they can cover basic necessities, so we’re putting those families in an awful position,” said Lisa Davis, senior vice president of Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign. | https://www.fox46.com/news/national-news/congress-approves-free-student-meal-extension-through-summer/ | 2022-06-25T10:33:37Z | https://www.fox46.com/news/national-news/congress-approves-free-student-meal-extension-through-summer/ | true | 41 |
Diana L. Duffy, better known as “Auntie,” 46, of Harrisville, died suddenly on June 18, 2022.
Diana was born March 24, 1976, to Rand E. and Dawn A. (St. Peter) Duffy of Harrisville. She lived in Harrisville for most of her life. Diana attended schools in Harrisville and Keene.
Diana spent her entire adult life caring for people with developmental disabilities, as well as caring for elderly people in their homes. She was a firm believer that everyone should be given the opportunity to stay in their own home until the end of life.
Diana is survived by her father, Rand E. Duffy, of Harrisville; her sister, Athena Gould, and her husband, Evan, of Shirley, Mass.; her niece, Kaitlynn, and her fiancé, Will, and their son, Jeremiah, of Shirley, Mass.; her nephew, Jon Gould, of Shirley, Mass., her brother from another mother, Jacob Trudelle, of Harrisville; her nieces: Cooperlyne Trudelle and her partner, Tyler Matson, of Alstead; Kameron Merrifield and her husband, Carter, of Hinsdale; and Alyse Trudelle and her fiancé, James Munson, of Marlow; her nephew, Jacob Jr., of Harrisville; her sister from another mister, Audrey Trudelle, of Harrisville; her niece, Hailey Trudelle, and her fiancé, Jakob Simonetti, and soon-to-be daughter, Blakley, of Harrisville; her niece, Nevaeh Trudelle, and her partner, Lucius Skiffington, of Harrisville; her aunt, Laura Trudelle; her uncle, John St. Peter Jr.; and her god children, Natalia Chiume and Noah Kinara, of Marlborough.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in memory of Diana Duffy to Feeding Tiny Tummies, 305 Park Ave., Keene NH 03431.
There will be a celebration of life held on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 2 p.m. at the Sportsman’s Field (Monadnock Lions Club Field) 10 Iron Nail Road, Harrisville. The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements. To view an online tribute, leave a message of condolence, or for more information please visit www.csnh.com.
Diana was one of the most caring and funny people we all knew, yet underneath her smiling face she struggled every day with social anxiety and depression. If you or someone you know are struggling with anxiety and/or depression, please call 1-800-273-8255 or text SAVE to 741741. For more information about SAVE you can visit save.org.
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Cubs Explode for Seven Runs in the 2nd Inning, Capped by Ian Happ Homer
That thing was CRUSHED. 107.7 mph off the bat, and 413 feet to center. Staked to a 7-0 lead, surely the Cubs can hang on to win this one, right?. Brett Taylor is the Editor and Lead Cubs Writer at Bleacher Nation, and you can find him on Twitter at @BleacherNation...
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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – A man is in the hospital this morning after crashing his motorcycle in Youngstown.
We’re told he went off the road right in front of St. Dominics and crashed at the intersection of East Lucious and Southern Boulevard.
The road was closed and police were on scene for about three hours.
We saw them reconstructing the scene and putting down evidence markers.
We’ll update you when we learn more about the man’s condition. | https://www.wkbn.com/news/local-news/driver-in-hospital-after-motorcycle-crash/ | 2022-06-25T10:44:18Z | https://www.wkbn.com/news/local-news/driver-in-hospital-after-motorcycle-crash/ | false | null |
Which Maytag range is best?
The most important appliances in any kitchen are the stovetop and the oven. With these two appliances, frequently combined into one for convenience, you can create almost any dish you’d like. These are high-cost, long-term investments, however, so you should love, trust and care for your appliance.
The best Maytag range is the Maytag 30 in. 5.8 cu. Ft. Slide-In Gas Range. This top-of-the-line range has strong and consistent burners with an excellent conventional/convection oven that makes it more than worth its admittedly high price.
What to know before you buy a Maytag range
Gas vs. electric
Gas: Gas is both more affordable and more precise to cook with. These ranges heat up much faster and cool down quicker as well. They do require access to a gas line to operate, which some homes don’t have access to. They also need to be installed by a professional due to the hazards an improperly installed gas range poses.
Electric: While electric ranges still heat up quite quickly, they take much longer to cool down as the heat remains trapped in the heating surface. This can also lead to accidents as you may not know if the stove is still hot or not. They are a bit safer in the long run and don’t wear out your cooking equipment quite as fast. They’re also easier to install and clean.
Freestanding vs. slide-in
Freestanding: Freestanding Maytag ranges are designed to be placed anywhere, a boon for those who like to rearrange a room. They are rarely flush against a wall or counter, however.
Slide-in: Slide-ins have no finished side other than the front. They are designed to be slid flush against a wall and counter or cabinets, and are not intended to be moved once placed.
What to look for in a quality Maytag range
Power Preheat
Maytag ovens can potentially employ their trademarked Power Preheat system to rapidly heat an oven to the desired temperature, much faster than a standard oven could achieve.
Dual Choice Element
Exclusive to some electric Maytag ranges, Dual-Choice Elements allow you to change the size of a given burner to better fit the size of a given pot or pan.
Third element
Certain ovens in Maytag’s ranges feature a third heating element that allows for convection cooking, which is essentially the use of a fan to circulate heated air around the food for reduced cooking times and a more balanced baking and broiling experience.
How much you can expect to spend on a Maytag range
Maytag is an excellent brand for many different appliances, including their ranges, and because of that they can be pricier than other options. Their low-end ranges typically start lower than $800, although these options are limited in many ways. The average Maytag range can be $800-$1,200 although the highest-quality Maytags can stretch to $2,000 or more.
Maytag range FAQ
Which is the safest: a Maytag gas range or Maytag electric range?
A. There’s no such thing as a perfectly safe range of any kind; it’s still a device that can reach incredibly high temperatures with the press of a button. That said, gas ranges get hotter and cool down faster thanks to the use of an open flame. They are also easier to tell at a glance if the stove is off. Electric ranges are much easier and safer to install, however, as gas ranges are strongly recommended to be installed by a professional.
What’s the best way to clean a Maytag range?
A. Regarding the oven, you should remove and soak the racks before scrubbing them clean in a mix of warm water and soap, and then drying them. The interior should be coated with a mix of baking soda and water which should sit for 20 minutes before being wiped down and sprayed with a mix of water and vinegar.
The exterior should be cleaned with a cleaner appropriate to its material, i.e. ceramic cleaners or stainless steel cleaners for matching ranges. Gas ranges can have their burner grates removed and cleaned like the racks of the oven.
What’s the best Maytag range to buy?
Top Maytag range
Maytag 30 in. 5.8 cu. Ft. Slide-In Gas Range
What you need to know: While the price tag may be high, the excellent quality of both the cooktop and the oven are easily worth it.
What you’ll love: Simple control knobs and a detailed control panel make fine tuning this Maytag range for your recipes a breeze.
What you should consider: The grates are made of cast iron, making them quite difficult to move when cleaning.
Where to buy: Home Depot
Top Maytag range for the money
Maytag 30 in. 6.4 cu. Ft. Electric Range
What you need to know: A solid and affordable electric range option, it isn’t without a few flaws.
What you’ll love: The stainless steel is smudge resistant while the burners and oven admirably perform their duties.
What you should consider: The glass cooktop scratches quite easily and the oven can take a while to preheat.
Where to buy: Home Depot
Worth checking out
Maytag 30 in. 5.8 cu. Ft. Gas Range
What you need to know: This is an excellent gas option for those who cook often.
What you’ll love: An included griddle plate adds variety to what you can cook, and it’s very easy to keep the unit clean.
What you should consider: Even on the lowest settings, the burners heat up very quickly. This can affect dishes that need to be made over low heat.
Where to buy: Home Depot
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NEW YORK (AP) — There is now a second COVID-19 option for kids ages 6 to 17 in the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday announced it is recommending Moderna shots as an option for school-age kids and teens. This group has been able to get shots made by Pfizer since last year.
CDC sets the federal government’s vaccine guidance for U.S. doctors and their patients.
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration authorized the shots — full-strength doses for children ages 12 to 17 and half-strength for those 6 to 11. The doses are to be given about a month apart. An expert advisory panel this week voted unanimously to recommend that CDC endorse the Moderna shots, too.
Moderna officials have said they expect to later offer a booster to all kids ages 6 to 17.
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LONDON (AP) — Train stations were all but deserted across Britain on Saturday, as the third day of a national strike snarled the weekend plans of millions.
Train companies said only a fifth of passenger services would run, as about 40,000 cleaners, signalers, maintenance workers and station staff walked off the job in Britain’s biggest and most disruptive railway strike for 30 years.
The same workers held 24-hour strikes on Tuesday and Thursday in a dispute over jobs, pay and working conditions.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport Union is seeking a substantial pay raise as workers face a cost-of-living squeeze amid four decade-high inflation rates. Train companies, meanwhile, are seeking to cut costs and staffing after two years in which emergency government funding kept them afloat during the pandemic.
Union General Secretary Mick Lynch said rail workers would not accept “being thrown on the scrapheap after being praised as heroes during COVID,” and warned there could be more strikes over the summer.
“We won’t hesitate to use more industrial action if we can’t reach an agreement or if the companies carry though their threats to make people redundant,” he told Sky News.
The Conservative government insists it will not get involved in the dispute pitting the union against 13 privately owned train-operating companies and the government-owned National Rail infrastructure firm.
But the union accuses the government of scuttling negotiations by preventing employers from improving on the 3% pay raise on the table so far. Britain’s inflation rate hit 9.1% in May, as Russia’s war in Ukraine squeezes supplies of energy and food staples while post-pandemic consumer demand soars.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said rail passenger numbers had only returned to 75% of pre-pandemic levels and there needed to be “reform and improvement in the way the railways work, and modernization.”
He has also warned that big pay raises would spark a wage-price spiral driving inflation even higher.
Unions have told the country to brace for more as workers face the worst cost-of-living squeeze in more than a generation. British Airways workers at Heathrow Airport voted to strike over the summer vacation season, lawyers are planning a walkout starting next week, and unions representing teachers and postal workers plan to consult their members about possible action. | https://www.news10.com/business/ap-business/here-we-go-again-strike-snarls-uk-trains-for-a-third-day/ | 2022-06-25T10:54:53Z | https://www.news10.com/business/ap-business/here-we-go-again-strike-snarls-uk-trains-for-a-third-day/ | false | 24 |
NEW YORK (AP) — There is now a second COVID-19 option for kids ages 6 to 17 in the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday announced it is recommending Moderna shots as an option for school-age kids and teens. This group has been able to get shots made by Pfizer since last year.
CDC sets the federal government’s vaccine guidance for U.S. doctors and their patients.
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration authorized the shots — full-strength doses for children ages 12 to 17 and half-strength for those 6 to 11. The doses are to be given about a month apart. An expert advisory panel this week voted unanimously to recommend that CDC endorse the Moderna shots, too.
Moderna officials have said they expect to later offer a booster to all kids ages 6 to 17.
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Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales returns to base after Nato exercises
Well-wishers have lined the harbour walls to welcome home the Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales as it returns from exercises in its role as the Nato command ship.
The 65,000-tonne warship sailed into Portsmouth Naval Base, Hampshire, on Saturday, having operated alongside Spain’s aircraft carrier in the Gulf of Cadiz.
A navy spokesman said: “The Nato task force – made up of 20 ships from six nations – was assembled to show the alliance’s commitment to the region’s prosperity and security ahead of the Nato Madrid summit.
“HMS Prince of Wales was involved in her role as Nato’s command ship, which means she is ready to deploy quickly in response to crises as part of the alliance’s response force.”
The naval exercises began with a royal salute from the Spanish fleet to King Felipe VI of Spain, who was aboard aircraft carrier Juan Carlos I.
Captain Richard Hewitt, commanding officer of HMS Prince of Wales, said: “Being able to formally recognise the Spanish royal family, saluting King Filipe VI from the bridge of HMS Prince of Wales, was a real honour.
“Coming only a few weeks after our celebrations for our Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, operating alongside the Spanish flagship represents another milestone in the operational journey of HMS Prince of Wales.” | https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/aircraft-carrier-hms-prince-wales-102524350.html?src=rss | 2022-06-25T10:58:53Z | https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/aircraft-carrier-hms-prince-wales-102524350.html?src=rss | true | 11 |
Former India captain Bhaskar Ganguly has emphasised that the prestigious Durand Cup football tournament should be brought back to Delhi as Dr. Ambedkar Stadium is the real home of the oldest tournament in Asia.
The 2021 edition of the competition was conducted in various venues in West Bengal, where it was moved in 2019. The 2022 edition of the tournament will be hosted in West Bengal, Assam and Manipur from August 16 to September 24.
Ganguly, however, said that there will be a positive impact on local football if the Durand Cup is played in Delhi.
“I have played so many matches in the DCM and Durand Cup. I think, Durand Cup should be brought back to Delhi as Dr. Ambedkar Stadium is the real home for the oldest tournament of India,” he said after the final match between Indian Air Force (Palam) and Goans SC in the Football Delhi B Division League ended here on Friday.
Indian Air Force (Palam) emerged as champions of the Football Delhi B-Division League 2021-22 after topping the league table with 21 points and a goal difference of 20 while M2M FC became the runners-up in the league. Both the team gained promotion to the FD A-Division and will participate in the 2022-23 season.
Dr. Shaji Prabhakaran, president, Football Delhi was elated by the league’s success and welcomed the contribution of the players, participating clubs, officials, and organising committee.
India Women Team Lose to Chile 1-3 in U-17 Football
Laishram Rahul of New Delhi Heroes FC was awarded the ‘Best Player’ of the league after showing exemplary performance throughout the league.
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BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP)Katie Ledecky extended her record haul of medals from the world swimming championships to 22 with her latest 800-meter freestyle win on Friday.
Ledecky clocked 8 minutes, 8.04 seconds to win the event for the eighth consecutive time at a worlds or Olympic Games.
”I think back to London,” Ledecky said of her first win at the 2012 Olympics. ”I made it a goal to not be a one-hit wonder and here we are 10 years later, so I’m really proud of that and still excited for the future as well.”
Ledecky finished more than 10 seconds ahead of her rivals. Australia’s Kiah Melverton was 10.73 behind in second and Italy’s Simona Quadarella 10.96 behind for third.
Ledecky was under four seconds off the world record she set at the 2016 Olympics.
”I’m happy with that,” she said. ”Fastest I’ve been in a couple of years. So really good end to a great week.”
Ledecky is the first swimmer to win a specific individual event at five successive worlds.
It’s her 19th gold at a worlds and her fourth this week. She helped the United States win the 4×200 freestyle relay final on Wednesday, two days after she won the 1,500 freestyle, which came two days after she won the 400 freestyle on the first day of racing in Budapest.
She completed the 400/800/1,500 triple for the fourth time at a single worlds, more than all the other swimmers who managed the feat combined. Germany’s Hannah Stockbauer, Australia’s Grant Hackett and China’s Sun Yang each managed it only once.
Ledecky has the most medals for a female swimmer in world championships history. Only Michael Phelps, who won 26, has more.
And she’s not finished yet.
”This is just the start, which is tremendously exciting for me,” said Ledecky, who added changes to her approach are paying off.
”There have been a couple of things that are a little different – training with the men, Bobby (Finke) and Kieran (Smith) and Trey (Freeman), who are all here, to try to keep up as much as I can and they push me,” Ledecky said. ”I hope that they feel that they’ve benefited from me being there, and just a lot of work on my stroke and and my rhythm.”
With one day of racing remaining at Duna Arena, the United States has 37 medals, just one short of the record 38 it claimed the last time Budapest hosted the worlds in 2017.
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By Andrea Shalal
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Joe Biden will have a new "sherpa" on his trip to Germany next week - a former BlackRock strategist named Mike Pyle, who replaces Washington's former point person on sanctions, Daleep Singh.
Singh, who played a crucial role at the White House in coordinating Western sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine in February, this week took a job as chief global economist and head of macroeconomic research at PGIM Fixed Income, a Wall Street asset manager with $890 billion in assets.
Singh, who was the deputy national security adviser, left the White House in April to "deal with a family issue," a source said at the time, and was said to be only away for a temporary leave of absence.
His role stood between economic policy and national security, steering the work of multiple federal agencies that crafted the most intensive set of sanctions in history directed at Russia as well as helping to coordinate the president's participation in international conferences.
He was spooked by an incident at his Washington home shortly after the initial round of sanctions was announced, when someone entered the front yard of his house before fleeing, according to a person familiar with the matter. No connection was ever established between the incident and Singh's work on sanctions.
The departure comes at a key moment for those sanctions as officials fear that efforts to cut off Russia oil and gas from international markets threatens to backfire, pushing Western economies into recession.
Pyle, who joined the Biden administration as Vice President Kamala Harris' chief economic adviser, took the job on an acting basis and will play the crucial coordinating "sherpa" role in Singh's absence when Biden joins the Group of Seven rich nations summit in Germany.
He is one of three top administration officials who previously worked at the investment giant BlackRock, along with Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo and National Economic Council director Brian Deese.
Progressive groups have sharply criticized Biden for giving key economic jobs to Wall Street advisers.
The White House declined to comment on whether Pyle's assignment would be made permanent.
Pyle, who began his career as a law clerk for Merrick Garland, when the current attorney general was a federal appeals court judge, is no stranger to global economic issues.
He worked as a special assistant to former President Barack Obama for economic policy and held key roles at the Treasury Department and Office of Management and Budget.
Obama took office in the middle of a global financial crisis. At the White House, Pyle also helped manage the administration's response to the eurozone financial crisis, worked on U.S.-China relations, Obama's landmark health reform law, and the economic recovery act, the biography said.
(Reporting by Andrea Shalal; Additional reporting by Trevor Hunnicutt; Editing by Leslie Adler) | https://denvergazette.com/news/nation-world/u-s-s-russia-sanctions-architect-singh-departs-as-ukraine-war-drags-on/article_b7d4cde9-3713-51e1-b85e-eec62947d48d.html | 2022-06-25T11:05:35Z | https://denvergazette.com/news/nation-world/u-s-s-russia-sanctions-architect-singh-departs-as-ukraine-war-drags-on/article_b7d4cde9-3713-51e1-b85e-eec62947d48d.html | false | 7 |
Biden on the Abolition of Abortion Rights in the US: A Tragic Mistake
US President Joe Biden described as a "tragic mistake" the decision of the country's Supreme Court to revoke the right to abortion, approved 50 years ago.
According to him, "this is a sad day for the country, but that does not mean that the battle is over." Biden called on voters to go to the polls in November and to elect lawmakers who are willing to stand up for abortion protections.
The US Supreme Court overturned its decision 50 years ago on the right to abortion. The Roe v. Wade ruling of 1973 was seen as key to women's rights.
Yesterday's Supreme Court ruling fundamentally changes the right to abortion, and states will no longer be required to comply with Roe v. Wade. The states themselves will now be able to reduce the chances of abortion and even declare it illegal.
The vote in the highest court in the United States was 6 to 3 in favor of maintaining the restrictive law in Mississippi, but the conservative majority took the additional step to repeal Roe against Wade. In his arguments, Judge Samuel A. Alito Jr. said that Roe v. Wade was wrong from the beginning and that it was time to return the issue of abortion to the US government.
This decision was one of the most anticipated, with tensions rising last month when a draft appeared in public in which a majority of judges said they were ready to set aside a long-standing precedent.
The first comments from lawmakers were not long in coming. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said the incident was a historic victory for the Constitution and the most vulnerable in our society. Meanwhile, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat, said her Republican counterparts were preparing a "national abortion ban."
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Black Stars Skipper Andre Ayew has described his incredible strike in the All Stars Game as the best goal of his career.
The Ghana skipper and Al Sadd star displayed a swashbuckling performance during the clash, swiveling his way through an army of defenders to fire home a mouthwatering strike to give the All Stars side a 3-2 win over Arthur Legacy XI.
The game ended 3-2 in favour of Ayew’s team - Ghana XI which won the Black Stars Skipper the 2022 highest Calcio Trade Ball Award.
Andre Dede Ayew after he received the award said “Thank you for this honour, the highest at the CTB awards.”
He added….”It has been an eventful season of football for me. Club and international football have given me a lot. This award, for me, should be extra fuel. Thank you.”
The All-Stars game was part of a 3-day sports fiesta at this year’s Calcio (Football) Trade Ball.
The renowned sporting event which is an initiative and a collaboration between Arthur Legacy Sports and Italian Embassy, Ghana bounced back in a grand style after three years of break.
The three-day program was held between June 16-18th June 2022.
Ayew’s stupendous strike stole the headlines, becoming a trending topic for discussion on social and mainstream media.
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It's Saturday and it is time to chill and soak in weekend vibes. But not without your daily dose of Trending South News. South Indian stars have now turned into Pan-India stars thanks to the super success of films like Pushpa, RRR and more. So among the biggest newsmakers of today from the South, we have Pushpa star Rashmika Mandanna, RRR stars Jr NTR, Ram Charan, R Madhavan and more. Without any further ado, here's looking at the top highlights of the day so far. Also Read - Gargi: Suriya and Jyoti join the cast of Sai Pallavi starrer; deets inside
RRR-themed restaurant in the making?
If the latest reports are anything to go by, Ram Charan, Jr NTR and SS Rajamouli have been approached with the idea of creating RRR themed restaurant in Hyderabad. It will be the theme of pre-Independence and the menu will reportedly have dishes named after the film's characters. These are just rumours as yet. Also Read - Naagin 6: Makers of Tejasswi Prakash starrer rope in THESE actors; introduce new twists to boost the TRPs
R Madhavan trolled
The handsome hunk is currently promoting his film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. He is currently promoting the film and in one of the videos that have gone viral, he says that Panchang helped ISRO launch a rocket into space and reach Mars' Orbit. This has received severe backlash on social media and netizens are trolling him. Also Read - RRR trio Ram Charan, Jr NTR and SS Rajamouli planning a restaurant with a theme around the film? Here's what we know
Suriya and Jyotika join Gargi
South superstar duo Suriya and his wife Jyotika have now officially come on board the film Gargi that has Sai Pallavi. The actor shared the news on Twitter and wrote, "Jo & I are glad to associate with team #Gargi Some characters just stay in our minds! New thoughts and writing must be celebrated!Hope you all like it!@Sai_Pallavi92 #Jyotika."
Rashmika Mandanna follows Deepika Padukone
Pushpa actress Rashmika Mandanna was recently papped in Mumbai. She was dressed in an orange shirt and orange pants. Well, it was not very long ago that Deepika Padukone was papped in a similar orange outfit. Fashion inspiration, huh?
Thank You postponed
Nagachaitanya's movie Thank You has now been pushed to a later date. The actor tweeted, "ThankYouTheMovie is now hitting the screens on July 22nd!.It will be worth the wait...We promise! #ThankYou for understanding." It was initially slated to release on July 8.
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CA Reno NV Zone Forecast for Friday, June 24, 2022
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There has been a lot of outrage as to just how often police officers need to use deadly force in this country, and rightly so: an enormous amount of innocent people have died for very minor offenses.
Sometimes, they have simply been shot—fatally— because they looked suspicious to certain police officers.
Gunshots, chokeholds, and various other forms of murder have been committed by some of the men in blue for a long time, yet they are rarely punished for their actions.
Now, the D.A. has failed to review multiple shootings involving police officers in a timely manner.
"In her early days in office, [Mary] Carmack-Altwies published a policy outlining how she would handle law enforcement shootings, one that contrasted sharply from those of previous administrations, in which such cases had been farmed out to a panel of outside prosecutors or put before secret grand juries — processes criticized as drawn out and lacking transparency. Her policy called for screening a case and making a determination about whether the shooting was justified within 30 days of receiving a case file from the investigating agency — usually New Mexico State Police. If a case merits additional review, the policy says, the district attorney would appoint a special prosecutor, whose report would be due to her office in 60 days. Carmack-Altwies blamed the delays in meeting these deadlines in part on her predecessor, Marco Serna, and suggested her policy might have been too ambitious." —Phaedra Haywood
The D.A. is considering whether to adjust the policy while a shocking number of cases involving police officers firing deadly weapons continue to await review.
"The District Attorney’s Office currently has five police shooting cases awaiting review — the four from summer 2021 and one that dates back to 2018. In that case, police reported Alex Maestas, who was 26 at the time, had been firing a gun inside a home and then opened the door and pointed the firearm at Officer Luke Wakefield. The officer fired two shots at Maestas, both of which missed, police said. Wakefield, one of a few local officers who have been involved in multiple shootings in recent years, came under scrutiny in the controversial death of Anthony Benavidez, 24, in July 2017. After another officer fired 16 shots through an apartment window at Benavidez — who was diagnosed with schizophrenia and had refused to vacate the home following an eviction — Wakefield fired another round. Police and prosecutors said Benavidez was armed with a knife when the officers fired through the window. He was killed after an hourslong SWAT team standoff. While a panel of three district attorneys from around the state, convened at Serna’s request, found no cause for criminal charges, according to a report released in March 2019, the incident resulted in a $400,000 settlement between the city of Santa Fe and Benavidez’s family, and questions and criticisms lingered." —Phaedra Haywood
The number of cases in which the victims very well could have been innocent or, at the very least, committed crimes but none that were punishable by death were killed by law enforcement is shocking.
Honestly, these police officers need to be held accountable for their actions.
No one should be above the law.
"Carmack-Altwies initially indicated last week she was still awaiting results of state police investigations into the shootings of [Nathan] Roybal and [Jaime] Bravo before she could begin her reviews. She corrected herself after state police Officer Ray Wilson told The New Mexican in an email Thursday the agency had delivered the case files to her office in August and September of 2021. The Roybal case is under review, Carmack-Altwies wrote in an email Friday, but she had no record of receiving certain evidence from state police and would 'follow up' with the agency. Carmack-Altwies wrote in a June 9 email she has closed 'at least 5' law enforcement shooting cases left from Serna’s administration. Her office determined officers acted reasonably in each of the shootings, which occurred in 2018 and 2020. She hopes to review two of the five pending cases by 'the end of summer,' Carmack-Altwies added. She did not respond to an email asking when she expects to complete the rest of the reviews." —Phaedra Haywood | https://original.newsbreak.com/@daniella-cressman-1590190/2642394737677-opinion-the-d-a-has-failed-to-review-police-shootings-within-time-frames-that-were-set-under-its-own-policy | 2022-06-25T11:26:33Z | https://original.newsbreak.com/@daniella-cressman-1590190/2642394737677-opinion-the-d-a-has-failed-to-review-police-shootings-within-time-frames-that-were-set-under-its-own-policy | true | 1 |
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MUNICH (AP)Li Haotong kept his one-stroke lead at the BMW International Open as Ryan Fox moved up to second with a strong round of 8-under 64 on Friday.
Li’s 5-under 67 wasn’t quite the spectacular 10 under from the day before. It still came with plenty of drama, including an eagle on the par-five sixth for the second day in a row, plus four birdies and two bogeys on the other holes of the front nine.
”To be honest, I didn’t drive the ball as well as yesterday,” Li said. ”My short game was OK. It depends when you get in the rough, the lie could be really bad, or it could be good. Sometimes you just need luck.”
Fox completed his bogey-free round after a three-hour interruption because of lightning.
He eagled the sixth like Li did. When he resumed on the 11th hole, he birdied that, and finished his round with a sixth birdie. He was at 14 under overall.
Two shots behind Fox on 12 under was Daan Huizing of the Netherlands, who carded a 69 after his opening 63.
Jordan Smith of England (66) and Thomas Pieters of Belgium (64) were tied for fourth on 11 under, four off the pace.
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National runner-up North Carolina, a strong contender for the No. 1 spot in the preseason polls with four starters returning, will play at Indiana in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge on Nov. 30.
The two conferences announced Friday the 14 matchups for the 24th edition of the three-day event, which the ACC leads 12-8 with three ties. The Big Ten won 8-6 last season for its third straight win. The ACC has a 144-121 advantage in all games since the genesis in 1999.
The other headliner matchup for Nov. 30 has Ohio State at Duke, which carries the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class in new coach Jon Scheyer’s first year.
The four other games on Nov. 30 are Purdue at Florida State, Boston College at Nebraska and Rutgers at Miami and Michigan State at Notre Dame. The latter two matchups feature a pair of NCAA Tournament teams from 2022.
The six-game slate on Nov. 29 features Virginia at Michigan. Syracuse at Illinois, Maryland at Louisville, Penn State at Clemson, Wake Forest at Wisconsin and Georgia Tech at Iowa are the other matchups. On Nov. 28, Minnesota plays at Virginia Tech and Pittsburgh visits Northwestern.
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6 tips for men to lose belly
For a man to lose abdominal fat, there are some simple changes that can be made on a day-to-day basis that help to prevent the accumulation of fat, in addition to increasing metabolism.
It is also important to drink about 1.5 to 2 liters of water a day, eat every 3 hours, sleep about 7 to 8 hours a night and, above all, maintain this healthy lifestyle, continuing to follow this diet and to practice physical exercise regularly.
1. Reduce the consumption of alcoholic beverages
The main cause of abdominal fat in men is excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, so the first step to losing belly fat is not to drink them, choosing to replace alcohol with water or green tea that helps you lose weight. Learn more at: Green tea accelerates metabolism and helps you lose weight;
2. Avoid sugar and fat
Decrease and avoid the amount of sugar and fat in the diet, avoiding sugary or fatty foods or drinks such as cakes, cookies, candies, ice cream, jelly, ready-made gelatin, guava or soft drinks, for example, because excess sugar and fat is also one of the main causes of the accumulation of fat in the belly;
3. Increase consumption of protein-rich foods
Eat protein-rich foods like meat, fish, eggs, milk, cheese and yogurt, beans, peas, brown rice and soy, for example, because protein is an essential nutrient in losing belly fat. See a list of foods rich in protein;
Watch the video to check out the tips to lose belly fat faster:
4. Reduce the amount of carbohydrates in the diet
Decrease carbohydrates such as bread, cereal, rice, pasta, wholemeal toast or crackers, for example, choosing to consume foods low in carbohydrates such as vegetables, vegetables, milk, cheese, yogurt, meat, fish and eggs. By reducing the amount of carbohydrates, appetite decreases and weight loss and abdominal fat loss occurs;
5. Eat more fiber-rich foods
Eat whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes and dried fruits, opting for soluble fibers that can be found in peach, banana, pear, strawberry, tangerine or broccoli, for example. Soluble fiber binds to water and forms a thick gel that stays in the intestine, providing a prolonged feeling of satiety and reduced appetite;
6. Exercise regularly
Combining aerobic exercise such as walking, running or swimming, for example, with weight training exercises such as abdominal plank, squats, sit-ups or push-ups is important to lose belly fat because exercise will burn the fat that accumulates, defining the muscles of the body.
Running on the street, on the beach or at the gym is an excellent way to increase metabolism and spend the energy stored in the form of fat, but to avoid knee injuries, you should wear your own running shoes, in addition to following a workout that can be daily or not. Although you can run at any time of the day, it is always more effective to run in the morning because the metabolism is faster throughout the day and it is easier to carry out the training. See an excellent running workout to burn fat and how to complement that workout with 3 simple exercises to do at home and lose belly fat.
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Why men lose weight faster than women
Men lose weight more and faster than women because they have about 20% more muscle volume than women, which results in a faster metabolism, which means that they spend more calories to perform the same activities as women.
Those who have less accumulated fat spend more calories even at rest because the muscles concentrate a greater amount of mitochondria, which are responsible for energy expenditure.
The secret for women to lose weight faster is to do physical exercises such as weight training, for example, which increases the amount of mitochondria and muscle mass, so she will lose weight more easily and will have a higher energy expenditure even when at rest.
See also how to do a complete program to lose belly fat in a week.
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Currently, many computer terms such as malware, Trojans or viruses in general have been standardized. Throughout the history of the Internet, many attacks of this style have been developed, but only a few have gone down in history for being really dangerous for computers. One of them, to the surprise of many, has Spanish nationality and it was the first to be created in 1993 in our country.
This first Spanish brand virus was baptized as Barrotes, and surely to the surprise of its creators it became one of the most dangerous. But keep in mind that there would already be some previous creations, but not giving many problems they did not go public. That is why traditionally this is considered the first virus made by a spanish programmer.
What you should know about the first virus created in Spain
At first, this virus was hardly harmful to a computer. The main inconvenience that arose was that although the computer could be infected at any time, the virus was dormant. This means that it did not automatically activate when you entered the system, but waited patiently until the January 5which is when it kicked in, acting on the boot sector.
The type of transmission was carried out through the old floppy disks. These were normally used to pass games between friends, and that is why when a friend had it the whole group ended up suffering due to swapping these drives with the game files.
As we say, it was not especially harmful. This is because when January 5 arrived, bars began to appear on the screen (hence its name) that wanted to simulate those of a prison. In this way it was possible to understand that the computer had been completely hijacked, leaving a message at the bottom that said BARS virus by OSoft. This was achieved by writing the program to MS-DOS .COM and .EVE files. Obviously it made the experience really complicated, not being able to visualize the screen correctly.
The most malignant versions of the virus
But as we have mentioned, until now it was one of its most standard versions of operation. Later there were many variants that introduced changes of relevance. One of them made bars 1303 had as its objective destroy the hard drive boot sector. This made the computer ultimately unbootable because the files on the main hard drive could not be read. This was really harmful as it made the device useless and always september 23, as was always normal. This was the variant that was eventually named as one of the most vicious, and it also made Barrotes a really dangerous virus.
The next version could also have been a big problem for all users, but due to an error or the good faith of the programmer, nothing ended up happening. Specifically, we are talking about the Barrotes 1463 variant that deleted multiple files from the storage drive forever on the 22nd of each month.
But finally, it never worked due to a supposed programming error. Although everyone points out that in the end it was that the developer himself did not want to go further, backing down. This meant that instead of running the program, on the 22nd of each month I did it on 34 days. Obviously in the month there is no day 34, and that is why it was never executed. | https://thenewstrace.com/barrotes-the-first-spanish-computer-virus-and-one-of-the-most-dangerous-in-history-this-is-how-it-infected-a-computer/237454/ | 2022-06-25T11:37:01Z | https://thenewstrace.com/barrotes-the-first-spanish-computer-virus-and-one-of-the-most-dangerous-in-history-this-is-how-it-infected-a-computer/237454/ | false | 1 |
Novartis' Scemblix Gets Positive CHMP Opinion For Treatment Of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
(RTTNews) - The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has adopted a positive opinion and recommended granting marketing authorization for Scemblix or asciminib for the treatment of adult patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia in chronic phase (Ph+ CML-CP), previously treated with two or more tyrosine kinase inhibitors, Novartis (NVS) said in a statement on Friday.
The positive opinion was based on data from pivotal Phase III ASCEMBL trial, showing a near doubling in major molecular response rate for patients treated with Scemblix (asciminib) vs. Bosulif (bosutinib) (25.5% vs. 13.2%) and more than three times lower discontinuation rate due to adverse reactions (5.8% vs 21.1%) at 24 weeks.
The CHMP recommended approval of Scemblix in CML will be referred to the European Commission. The EC will review the CHMP recommendations and deliver a final decision in the coming months.
The CHMP recommendation comes after the approval of Scemblix by the U.S. FDA and other countries' regulatory authorities, potentially broadening access for more patients to Novartis transformative therapies in CML.
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Congrats to the Class of 2022! There are many college graduates celebrating their achievements this year. Many celebrities are celebrating their children’s milestones upon graduating from kindergarten, high school, and college respectively. There are other famed graduates commemorating their own accomplishments as college graduates. Check out a gallery of famous grads below.
Famous parents like artist and producer DJ Khaled, actor and comedian Kevin Hart, and Jerry Seinfeld are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of their loved ones. Many of them share their love and adoration on social media, praising the hard work their loved ones displayed to reach their goals.
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Other A-listers like actress and activist Yara Shahidi and tennis star Coco Gauff have reached a remarkable moment in their lives. All while playing your favorite characters on notable television shows and competing in the French Open, these young ladies have now received their college and high school diplomas.
One black-ish star is empowering future graduates with this message, “it’s never too late.” Anthony Anderson finally received his diploma from Howard University, where he began pursuing a degree nearly 30 years ago. He proudly shared his accomplishment on social media while thanking his professors and supporters, who he has credited for getting him to this major milestone.
“This spring I was finally able to complete the work to graduate from Howard University with a BFA degree from the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts,” Anderson captioned his post. “Things happen when they’re supposed to happen.”
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Anderson is joined by countless other entertainers, who received either bachelor’s or honorary degrees. All-star athlete Steph Curry, UK rapper Stormzy, and former NFL star Colin Kaepernick are other additions to this A-list graduate list.
Congrats to these entertainers for prioritizing their education despite their hectic schedules! It’s admirable and inspiring to future generations, where ignorance is bliss and gaining knowledge is not necessarily an aspiration for most students. Way to be role models!
Check out some of our favorite celebrity graduates from the Class of 2022 below:
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1. God Did It!
Source:DJ KhaledDJ Khaled congratulates his first born son Asahd after his kindergarten graduation.
2. Poised and Positioned to Conquer
Source:Kevin HartKevin Hart speaks eloquently about his son reaching his next stage of life after graduating middle school.
3. It Takes A Village
Source:Steph CurryThree-time NBA champion Curry received a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from Davidson College. He left school 13 years ago to pursue a career on the court. Dreams do come true!
4. Never Too Late
Source:Anthony AndersonAnthony Anderson shares an inspiring full circle post after receiving his BFA degree from the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at Howard University 30 years later.
5. A Harvard Grad!
Source:mefeaterIt’s official! Yara Shahidi is a Harvard graduate. Go off sis!
6. Days Before The French Open
Source:firstandpenTennis star Coco Gauff just graduated from high school just days away from the French Open. She celebrated with her family in Paris, posing in front of the Eiffel Tower.
7. A Public Servant
Source:Jessica SeinfeldCookbook author Jessica Seinfeld, who is married to comedian Jerry Seinfeld, crossed the stage at NYU to celebrate her graduation from the institution’s Wagner School of Public Service.
8. A Visionary, An Honorary Graduate!
Source:BlackAmericaWebThe former San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, received an honorary degree from Morgan State University because of his social justice work.
9. Stormzy Scholarship
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Cheyenne and Laramie County
Cheyenne SuperDay 2022
– June 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. An annual celebration hosted by the city of Cheyenne Community Recreation and Events Department that kicks off National Parks and Recreation Month. This event promotes greater awareness of the value and availability of local recreation with athletic events, live music and food. South Lions Park, 4603 Lions Park Drive. 307-757-7166.
Animal Shelter Fundraiser @ Blue Raven
– June 25, noon-11 p.m. Volunteers and staff at the animal shelter will be on site with some of their furry friends for an adoption and awareness drive. Just south of Blue Raven, Beach Please Drink Company is having their annual party in the parking lot. There will be live music, catered liquor from Alf's and live acoustic music on the patio. Blue Raven Brewery, 209 E. 18th St. 307-369-1968
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony @ The Lincoln
– June 25, 8-11 p.m. $45. The Grammy winning hip-hop group, signed and nurtured by the legendary Eazy-E (founder of Ruthless Records), Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's brand of flowing, rolling, rapid-clip, harmonized rap is coming to Cheyenne. The Lincoln Theatre, 1615 Central Ave. 307-369-6028
Summer Soiree: Intrigue
– June 26, 2 p.m. $50. Join fellow readers, library lovers and bookworms at the Surbrugg/Prentice Auditorium for Laramie County Library Foundation’s afternoon event celebrating some of Wyoming’s incredible authors. Following the program, mix and mingle, sip summer drinks and enjoy LCCC’s famous charcuterie table and chocolate fountain. Surbrugg/Prentice Auditorium, Laramie County Community College, 1400 E. College Drive. 307-778-5222
Youth Chess Club
– June 28, 4-5 p.m. Grades 2-12. Whether you’re a beginner or a novice, all are welcome to learn moves and strategies and to just have fun. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Book Discussion Group
– June 28, 6-7:30 p.m. For our June discussion, we’ll be reading J.D. Vance’s memoir "Hillbilly Elegy." This book was widely praised at the time of its 2016 publication, but has since come under sharp criticism for its portrayal of Appalachia and the American working class. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Sip & Paint with James Overstreet
– June 28, 6-9 p.m. $45. Local artist James Overstreet is stopping by Freedom's Edge, where a collection of his work currently hangs, to lead a class through creating an abstract bison painting. Freedom's Edge Brewing Co., 1509 Pioneer Ave. 307-514-5314
The Unlikely Candidates @ The Lincoln
– June 28, 7:30 p.m. The Unlikely Candidates, an American Indie Rock band from Keller, Texas, will give a performance at The Lincoln Theatre. Their song "Novocaine" topped the Alternative Songs charts and has received over 66 million streams and video views as of July 2021. The Lincoln Theatre, 1615 Central Ave. 307-369-6028
Cheyenne Independence Day Slow Roll
– June 29, 6 p.m. Every Wednesday until Aug. 24, join a group of bikers as they slow roll through downtown Cheyenne. This month, proudly show off your stars and stripes. Meet at the Big Boy Steam Engine in Holliday Park, 19th Street and Morrie Avenue. cheyenneslowroll@gmail.com
Fridays on the Plaza
– July 1, 5:30 p.m. A weekly summer concert series featuring acts from around the country. This week's headliner is Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts, with an opening performance by Extra Gold. Cheyenne Depot Plaza, 1 Depot Square. 307-637-6200
Cheyenne Artwalk
– July 1, 8 p.m. Free. The Cheyenne Artwalk is a monthly event that highlights a local gallery or studio on the first Friday of every month. This month, look for the mobile ArtHaus unit parked out front the Cheyenne Artists Guild, along with food trucks and live music. Cheyenne Artist Guild, 1701 Morrie Ave. 307-632-2263
Cheyenne Artist Guild July Show
– July 1-30. This month's theme is "Summer Love," with artworks featuring fairs, rodeos, beaches, outdoor recreation, pets and the like. The show also features 5x7 Southwest miniatures. Cheyenne Artist Guild, 1701 Morrie Ave. 307-632-2263
Friday Night Jazz
– July 1, 6 p.m. 21+. Bring some friends, grab a drink and food, and listen to some beautiful music by Jazztet in the relaxing Hathaway's Lounge. Two-drink minimum required. Little America Hotel and Resort, 2800 W. Lincolnway. 307-775-8400
Wiggle and Giggle Dance Party
– July 2, 10:15-11 a.m. 18 months to five years. The library is having a dance party. Go dance, sing, lay and get your groove on. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Virtual SaturD&D
– July 2, 1-3 p.m. Join the library's online Dungeons and Dragons community. If you don't have a Discord account yet, the library offers Discord communities for teens to interact, chat and play online. RSVP for the event at lclsonline.org/calendar/.
Cheyenne Fourth of July Celebration
– July 4, 9:35 p.m. This fireworks show is designed to maximize aerial displays for visibility from locations all over Cheyenne. Carey Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic and Lions Park will be open to foot traffic only on July 4, so plan to enjoy the show from your own neighborhood or other open, flat areas if you can't walk in the park. The grandstand is not open to the public. The Wyoming Department of Transportation and the Laramie County School District have offered their parking lots for those who wish to view the fireworks. Frontier Park.
Cheyenne Independence Day Slow Roll
– July 6, 6 p.m. Every Wednesday until Aug. 24, join a group of bikers as they slow roll through downtown Cheyenne. Meet at the Big Boy Steam Engine in Holliday Park, 19th Street and Morrie Avenue. cheyenneslowroll@gmail.com
On the Cold Trail of the Elk Mountain Murderers with Mark E. Miller
– July 7, 6-8 p.m. Retired Wyoming State Archaeologist Mark E. Miller will discuss his new book "Big Nose George: His Troublesome Trail." Part true crime, part Wyoming history, Miller separates fact from Wild West legend as he examines the investigation into the Elk Mountain murders committed by notorious Wyoming outlaw Big Nose George and his Powder River Gang in August 1878. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Wyoming International Film Festival
– July 7-10. $12-50. The yearly film festival that just keeps growing. This year, there's 128 films from 18 counties. Laramie County Community College, 1400 E. College Drive. contact@wyoiff.com
Fridays on the Plaza
– July 8, 5:30 p.m. A weekly summer concert series featuring acts from around the country. This week's headliner is Ayron Jones, with an opening performance by The Catcalls. Cheyenne Depot Plaza, 1 Depot Square. 307-637-6200
Wyoming State Museum Family Day
– July 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. This month's theme is "Great Outdoors." Partners from Wyoming Game and Fish, Wyoming State Parks, Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation and others are excited to teach kids how they can become more connected with nature. Kids can make crafts, use story stones to tell stories about their time in nature, play with sidewalk chalk and hear presentations from a museum educator. Wyoming State Museum, 2301 Central Ave. 307-630-2573
Virtual SaturD&D
– July 9, 1-3 p.m. Join the library's online Dungeons and Dragons community. If you don't have a Discord account yet, the library offers Discord communities for teens to interact, chat and play online. RSVP for the event at lclsonline.org/calendar/.
Genealogy Beyond the Basics
– July 9, 3-4:30 p.m. This class will take you beyond the very basics of genealogy research and into some forgotten resources that can tell you about your ancestors. We will discuss how to research your ancestors in newspapers and wills along with church, land, immigration and military records using both internet and print resources. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Poetry Open Mic @ The Hawthorn Tree
– July 10, 1-3 p.m. Free. Each poet gets five minutes to read, but occasionally go two rounds, so bring extra poems. Arrive five minutes early to sign up. The Hawthorn Tree, 112 E. 17th St. 307-369-4446
Ongoing
Rendezvous @ Clay Paper Scissors
– Through July 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wyoming artists working in a variety of media and subject matter are invited to participate in this two-part exhibition showcasing the breadth of Wyoming’s artwork. The exhibition is split into two parts, and both parts are shown in Cheyenne and Pinedale. Clay Paper Scissors, 1513 Carey Ave. 307-631-6039
Art & Antiques @ Blue Door
– Through July 30. An eclectic mix of original art and genuine antiques from artists Vanda Edington, Win Ratz and Tracy Duck. Stop by on June 3 and July 1 to meet the artists. Blue Door Arts, 1608 Capitol Ave. 229-546-5183
Cheyenne Artists Guild June Art Show
– Through June 30. This month's theme is "Realisms & Abstracts: Two Shows in One." Cheyenne Artist Guild, 1701 Morrie Ave. 307-632-2263
"Summer Collective" Ceramic Art Show @ LCCC
– Through July 31, weekdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. This show features different interpretations of the same medium from artists with LCCC connections. An opening reception will be held on July 1 from 5-7 p.m. Esther and John Clay Fine Art Gallery, Laramie County Community College, 1400 E. College Drive. 307-778-5222
Governor's Capitol Art Exhibition
– Through Aug. 14, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Presented by the Wyoming State Museum, this exhibit compiles 66 different pieces of artwork from artists around the state of Wyoming. Wyoming State Capitol basement extension, 200 W. 24th St. 307-777-7220
Summer Reading Challenge 2022
– Through Aug. 15. Read for prizes in the Laramie County Library's annual Summer Reading Challenge. With ticket drawings, level prizes, completion prizes and activities throughout the summer, there is no better time to dive in to the ocean-themed challenge. Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/SRC2022 to begin this year’s summer reading voyage. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Habitat: Artist' Books
– Through Aug. 21. Curated by University of Wyoming art professor Mark Ritchie, this year’s iteration of Laramie County Library’s annual book arts exhibit features collaborative work by artists and writers from Wyoming, Wales and around the United States. Each artist/writer pairing was challenged with creating a broadside or folio to include text interpreting habitat. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Americans and the Holocaust exhibit
– Through Aug. 28. Laramie County Library is one of 50 U.S. libraries selected to host Americans and the Holocaust, a traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum that examines the motives, pressures and fears that shaped Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Laramie and Greater Wyoming
Fort Fetterman Kite Festival
– June 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Bring your own kite or buy one on location. Fort Fetterman staff will be on hand to assist in flying your kite and with games. This is part of Fetterman Days. Fort Fetterman Historic Site, 752 WY-93, Douglas. 307-358-2864
The Front Range
Cyrano De Bergerac @ the Lincoln Center
– Through July 23, Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. $27. Full of wordplay and swordplay, as well as the most famous nose in history, Cyrano de Bergerac is a night of love, mistaken identity and romantic tragedy under the stars. Walk in, bike in or drive in! Featuring nightly food trucks. The Park at Columbine Health Services, 947 Worthington Circle. 970-221-6730 | https://www.wyomingnews.com/features/todo/saturday-calendar-6-25-22/article_6a602264-488f-507d-a95f-cf0d1a760c82.html | 2022-06-25T11:51:49Z | https://www.wyomingnews.com/features/todo/saturday-calendar-6-25-22/article_6a602264-488f-507d-a95f-cf0d1a760c82.html | false | 1 |
Richard A. Batchelder, aka “Mr. B”, started at Nelson Hardware on July 1, 1992 as a “temp” but soon became full-time for 25 years before returning to part-time in more recent years.
“He’s been here long enough that both he and owner Bob Nelson had hair when he started,” notes Annette Boisvert, a general manager.
“Richard got his nickname from one of our employees that couldn’t pronounce his last name so he started calling him “Mr. B” and it’s stuck,” said owner Bob Nelson.
“Richard was complaining about something one day (“I don’t mean to complain, but…”) and I asked him if he ever stopped complaining? His response was that during his Navy days his nickname was “Bitching Batch!” and he still laughs about it!”
Mr. B can fix anything from calculators to fighter plane injection systems. During his time in the Navy they would find him and tell him to pack a bag, he was headed somewhere to fix something no one else could fix, you name it.
According to manager Kelly Newton he is famous for checking the trash after he has a couple days off just in case a staff member had thrown something away that he might be able to use.
In fact he’s also famous for someone asking for an old coffee maker to be repaired and saying “I think I have that thermal fuse, circuit board, power cord, etc. in my shed at home.”
As customers have often said every hardware store should have a Mr. B and Nelson, Boisvert and Newton wholeheartedly agree.
Very few people know more about keys and locks then Mr. B. At a glance he knows who makes the lock, how the tumblers are set and which key blank to use. He has helped many residents, landlords and automotive dealers with his expertise. And he has also taught hundreds of young people how to cut keys over his 30 years at Nelson’s, say coworkers Clay Tucker, Andy Hayward, Jake Graham and Donna Davis.
“Richard can come off as a tough guy but anyone that has seen him with his little dog “Dobby” knows what a big softee he is. They’re matching shirts and hats are the best! His big heart and helpfulness are some of his best qualities, the staff notes.
In case you haven’t picked up on it Richard is a collector of all things but a couple of his specialties are his collection of belt buckles and gumball machines. He finds them and lovingly restores them to working condition. And then there are his clocks! He has to take a day off just to adjust them all for daylight savings, it is reported.
“He has never taken a lunch while at Nelson’s; he just works through the day unless there’s cheesecake. He loves cheesecake!”
“Richard has spent 30 years making Nelson’s a special place to come to. His ability to fix anything and everything is just a small part of it. Mr. B is truly the whole package!
“All of us at Nelson’s wish Richard and his lovely (and understanding) wife Carolan the very best in retirement. We will miss his sense of humor, work ethic, big heart and his smile. And yes, even his complaining!” -GH | https://www.vt-world.com/mr-b-retiring-after-30-years-at-nelson-hardware-if-he-cant-fix-it-it-cant-be-fixed.html | 2022-06-25T11:52:33Z | https://www.vt-world.com/mr-b-retiring-after-30-years-at-nelson-hardware-if-he-cant-fix-it-it-cant-be-fixed.html | true | 1 |
Exos Asset Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Science Strategic Acquisition Corp. Alpha (NASDAQ:SSAAW – Get Rating) by 145.0% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 202,280 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 119,714 shares during the period. Exos Asset Management LLC’s holdings in Science Strategic Acquisition Corp. Alpha were worth $45,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Shares of NASDAQ:SSAAW opened at $0.10 on Friday. The company’s 50 day simple moving average is $0.15. Science Strategic Acquisition Corp. Alpha has a 1 year low of $0.07 and a 1 year high of $1.01.
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The massacre occurred during a Sunday mass, but it wasn’t an ordinary Sunday — this was the great feast of Pentecost, which marks the end of the Easter season.
What’s more, the gunmen didn’t strike in tense northern Nigeria, where Christian communities are isolated in a majority-Muslim region. This 30-minute attack was inside St. Francis Catholic Church, located in the safer southwestern state of Ondo.
While 40 worshippers were confirmed dead, including five children, the number was almost certainly higher since many families buried their dead privately. Another 100 were wounded.
The scope of this attack was “unique,” especially in southern Nigeria, but “this violence ... was not unique in its occurrence,” stressed Stephen Rasche, senior fellow at the independent Religious Freedom Institute in Washington, D.C. “These types of murders are taking place weekly, almost daily, in Nigeria — murders of innocent Christians, being gunned down, slaughtered indiscriminately, throughout the north and, increasingly, into the central part of Nigeria and into the south.”
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Human-rights activists are trying to document the bloodshed. According to the nondenominational watchdog group Open Doors, the 4,650 Christians killed in Nigeria during 2021 accounted for 80% of such deaths worldwide — nearly 13 murders per day. Nigeria’s Christian death toll has topped 60,000 over the past two decades.
Nevertheless, this year’s International Religious Freedom Report from the U.S. State Department said the “Secretary of State determined that Nigeria did not meet the criteria to be designated as a Country of Particular Concern for engaging in or tolerating particularly severe violations of religious freedom or as a Special Watch List country for engaging in or tolerating severe violations of religious freedom.”
It’s understandable that news reports about Nigeria have faded, in part because of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and pressing global economic issues, said Rasche, who visited Nigerian churches during this Holy Week and Easter.
Also, many Western leaders view atrocities in Nigeria as clashes between Christian farmers and Muslim cattle herders, with climate-change issues erasing safety zones between these groups. Hours after the Pentecost massacre, Ireland’s President Michael Higgins said an attack on “a place of worship is a source of particular condemnation, as is any attempt to scapegoat pastoral peoples who are among the foremost victims of the consequences of climate change.”
Bishop Jude Arogundade of the Ondo Diocese said these were painful words, especially since the attack occurred in a sanctuary built by Irish missionaries. The bishop wrote: “To suggest or make a connection between victims of terror and consequences of climate change is not only misleading but also exactly rubbing salt to the injuries of all who have suffered terrorism in Nigeria. ... The victims of terrorism are of another category to which nothing can be compared!”
While these debates rage on, Rasche said Christians in Nigeria have continued to appeal for help, collecting thousands of photographs and videos as evidence for examination by government officials, business leaders, religious groups and nonprofit agencies.
The bloody realities on the ground in Nigeria “should not be news to anyone at the State Department, to anybody at the British Foreign Office, to anybody in the European Union,” he said. “These photos are easily available on social media, and one has to ask whether or not anyone is actually making an effort to look at the truth.”
The harsh reality is that Nigeria’s tradition of shared power between the Muslim North and the Christian South has broken down in recent years. This is crucial since the nation’s population of more than 206 million is almost equally divided between Muslims and Christians.
Nigerian officials blamed the St. Francis attack on the Islamic State West Africa Province, which has ties to the terrorist group Boko Haram, while avoiding references to networks of politically powerful Fulani herdsmen.
In response, said Rasche, many Nigerian Christians simply “throw up their hands,” because they no longer trust their own government or the leaders of the United States and the European Union.
“They don’t look at us ... as being serious about any of these things,” he said. “They are completely disillusioned that the U.S. government is going to have any kind of effective role to play. ... They’ve just given up that anybody in the West is going to come to their aid.”
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He may have been a one-and-done, but Dontonio Wingfield generated some serious excitement during his lone year on the UC campus.
Here are some highlights from his debut for the Bearcats during the 1993-1994 season—specifically, a Preseason NIT game against Butler. The Bearcats defeated the Bulldogs handily in this November 17th, 1993 contest. Wingfield led the way with one of the most impressive debuts in NCAA history: 30 points and 12 rebounds. Wingfield’s 30 points broke Oscar Robertson’s UC record for most points scored in a debut performance.
Wingfield was a second round pick of the Seattle Supersonics in 1994 and spent four years in the Association playing for both Seattle and the Portland Trail Blazers.
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Which TSA-approved pet carrier is best?
Travel is only half as fun without your best friend, so take your pet with you on your next adventure in its own carrier. Dogs, cats or small birds can travel in some cabins, and all of them can be transported in the cargo hold. Once you decide on an airline, contact them to ensure that your pet can travel with you safely. If you are interested in a high-quality, flexible carrier, the Petsfit Expandable Travel Pet Carrier is the top choice.
What to know before you buy a TSA-approved pet carrier
What is a TSA-approved pet carrier?
A TSA-approved carrier must be:
- Airline approved: Call them to verify you have the right carrier for your flight. Not all carriers can be transported in the same way and not all airlines support pets in the cabin.
- Designed for pet comfort: Your pet should be able to fit in the carrier and be able to stand, sit, and lie down comfortably.
- Indicated: Your vet or airline will provide stickers to identify the pet in the carrier and the direction it should lie. You can also label the carrier with any other instructions airline attendants may need for your pet.
Species
The species of pet can determine if it can go on the trip with you. Many small birds, cats and dogs are OK but reptiles, some rodents or marsupials may not be able to fly with you. However, with the proper paperwork, preparation and financial coverage, almost any animal can be transported.
Breed
Even if you have a small cat or dog that you are transporting with you on your travels, it may not be able to fly. Dogs or cats with short noses or high-risk respiratory problems should not fly. French bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are among these flight-resistant breeds.
Destination
Your final destination and each one in between should be considered when you fly with your pet. If you are flying out of the country, you should check to be sure your pet can accompany you when you arrive. Establish the quarantine period it must endure to ensure the trip will be worth it. Additionally, if you are using multiple airlines, you must check with each one to be sure the carrier is sufficient.
Size
The pet carrier you have must allow your pet to stand, sit, turn around and lie down inside it. Measure your pet and account for puppies or kittens that may need room to grow into their carriers.
What to look for in a quality TSA-approved pet carrier
Style
If you can take your pet into the cabin, a soft carrier will be more appropriate. However, if you cannot have your pet in the cabin, you need to get a hard carrier to ensure your pet cannot get crushed by luggage in cargo. Both types can come in assorted colors.
Washable
Any long trip includes the risk of motion sickness and a pet’s need to be relieved. If the carrier is the appropriate size, your pet will not want to go to the bathroom in this space. However, on long trips or layovers, pets may not be able to help it. For this reason, be sure a carrier is easy to clean out, spray down or machine wash.
Storage
Soft carriers often have compartments or pockets to store some essentials. Leashes, food, treats and toys can be kept with your pet in carriers that include storage. This type of carrier lets you save room in your luggage. Some soft carriers even expand to allow more space for your pet and its essentials.
How much you can expect to spend on a TSA-approved pet carrier
You can spend anywhere from $30-$200 on a pet carrier, depending on materials and features.
TSA-approved pet carrier FAQ
How do I prepare my pet for a flight?
Flying your pet does not happen in one go. You should prepare your pet before any new travel experience.
- Introduction to the carrier: Well before you fly, you need to purchase your pet’s carrier and introduce it to your pet. Before your pet enters the crate, allow it to sit in a familiar room to smell and inspect the crate.
- Practice run: Ahead of the trip, practice closing your pet in the carrier and taking it on a short ride.
- Anxiety reduction: If your pet is still struggling to get used to the crate, try using an anxiety jacket or supplement to help it be calm on the journey.
What do pets need for a flight?
A. Pets will need food, water and bowls. Dogs will need a leash in case you can take them out for a walk during layovers.
What should I not put in the carrier?
A. Do not put blankets or toys in the carrier with your pet for its safety. Collars should be removed to prevent them from getting caught on anything if your pet becomes distressed.
What’s the best TSA-approved pet carrier to buy?
Top TSA-approved pet carrier
Petsfit Expandable Travel Pet Carrier
What you need to know: This multi-use carrier for small pets has soft, expandable sides.
What you’ll love: This carrier has a removable plush bottom for your small pet’s ultimate comfort during travel. It can be used for airport or automotive travel by rolling it, carrying it using the side straps or using the long over-the-shoulder strap.
What you should consider: If you’re traveling by air, your airline may not allow pets in the cabin and soft carriers cannot be stored with luggage.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top TSA-approved pet carrier for the money
Pet Magasin Luxury Soft-Sided Pet Carrier
What you need to know: This is a small, lightweight pet carrier that folds down easily but keeps its shape when fully zipped.
What you’ll love: It is made from a durable, waterproof material that is resistant to biting and scratching from the pet. Ideally sized for a cat or small dog, this carrier is easy to carry using its carry handles or padded shoulder strap.
What you should consider: This carrier is used for the cabin only. It is too flimsy for any luggage storage and must be carried or placed on a suitcase.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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What you need to know: This is a hard pet kennel ideal for airport travel to any destination.
What you’ll love: The carrier has ventilation holes throughout and is spacious enough for your pet to travel comfortably. It comes in several sizes to accommodate large or small pets and had an easy-to-latch door that locks into place.
What you should consider: This carrier will not fit in the cabin and will have to be in the lower luggage area of the plane.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Wishes Do Come True: Disney Cruise Line Honors Make-A-Wish® Children as Godchildren of the Disney Wish
Disney Cruise Line redefines longstanding maritime tradition, continues to help grant even more life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses through newly announced initiatives
CELEBRATION, Fla. , June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney Cruise Line announced today that all Make-A-Wish® children, including past, present and future wish recipients, will be honored as godchildren of the Disney Wish, which sets sail this summer from Port Canaveral, Florida. Disney Cruise Line also continues to support the transformative work that wish-granting organizations do every day through newly announced initiatives which include an exclusive merchandise collection and the donation of a stateroom aboard a sailing of the Disney Wish.
Redefining the longstanding maritime tradition of appointing a ship "godmother," this is the first time in Disney Cruise Line history that children are being recognized in this prestigious role which symbolically bestows good fortune on the vessel and its travelers.
The godchildren of this unique ship of wishes will join the magical group of godmothers for the Disney Cruise Line fleet including Patty Disney, Tinkerbell, Jennifer Hudson and Mariah Carey.
"Make-A-Wish children and their families are brave, determined, resilient, and some of the most inspirational people you could ever meet," said Bob Chapek, chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company. "Wishing is a transformative experience that brings hope and joy, and it is our privilege to proudly recognize children who strive to overcome challenges as our Disney Wish godchildren. Working with Make-A-Wish to support children with critical illnesses and making magic when it is needed most will always be a priority for The Walt Disney Company."
During the Disney Wish christening ceremony, Make-A-Wish children will recite the blessing for the newest ship, evoking the spirit of optimism The Walt Disney Company is known for. The event will be an unforgettable celebration of enchantment that will showcase the innovative new ship and celebrate Make-A-Wish as a key part of making wishes come true aboard all Disney Cruise Line ships.
Since 1980, Disney and Make-A-Wish have helped grant life-changing wishes for more than 145,000 children with critical illnesses around the world. Historically, one out of every two wishes granted in the U.S. through Make-A-Wish has been a Disney wish, with many of these wishes involving visits to global Disney destinations and sailings with Disney Cruise Line.
"The selection of Make-A-Wish children as the godchildren of the Disney Wish is another example of how Disney and Make-A-Wish continue to find innovative ways to bring joy to the lives of wish kids and their families," said Richard K. Davis, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America. "We are honored to partner with The Walt Disney Company and we look forward to granting countless more wishes together."
Disney Wish Limited Edition Merchandise CollectionIn celebration of the Disney Wish and the incredible power of wishes, Disney Cruise Line has worked with Make-A-Wish to create an exclusive line of merchandise that includes a Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse plush, ear headband, trading pin, spirit jersey and tumbler.
Disney will donate 10% of the purchase price from the sale of every item in the Disney Wish Limited Edition Collection now through July 18, 2023, to Make-A-Wish to grant even more life-changing wishes. The full Disney Wish Limited Edition Collection is available aboard the Disney Wish, and select items are available on shopDisney.com beginning July 18, 2022.
Wish-Granting DonationDisney Cruise Line also donated a stateroom aboard a sailing of the Disney Wish, an initiative that raised more than $260,000. Proceeds will benefit Make-A-Wish and Give Kids The World Village, a nonprofit resort in Central Florida that provides children with critical illnesses and their families from around the world with magical week-long wish vacations at no cost.
About Disney Cruise Line:Since first setting sail in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has provided quintessential family cruise vacations, blending the magic of Disney with the excitement of ocean cruising. Unforgettable onboard experiences are paired with itineraries to sun-drenched destinations of the Caribbean year-round and awe-inspiring seasonal sailings throughout Alaska and Europe. Most Caribbean itineraries also include a stop at Disney's Castaway Cay, an award-winning island in The Bahamas. Disney Cruise Line continues to expand its horizons, with three new ships scheduled for delivery in 2022, 2024 and 2025 and a second Bahamian destination, Lighthouse Point, located on the island of Eleuthera. All three new ships will be powered by liquefied natural gas and, at approximately 144,000 gross tons and 1,250 guest staterooms, will be slightly larger than the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit http://www.disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent.
About Make-A-Wish:Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Founded in 1980, Make-A-Wish is the world's leading children's wish-granting organization, having granted more than 520,000 wishes in nearly 50 countries worldwide. Together with generous donors, supporters, staff and more than 32,000 volunteers around the globe, Make-A-Wish delivers hope and joy to children and their families when they need it most. Make-A-Wish aims to bring the power of wishing to every child with a critical illness because wish experiences can help improve emotional and physical health. For more information about Make-A-Wish America, visit wish.org, and for more information about Make-A-Wish International, visit worldwish.org.
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OSLO, Norway (AP) — A gunman opened fire in Oslo’s night-life district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving 10 seriously wounded in what police are investigating as a possible terrorist attack during the Norwegian capital’s annual Pride festival.
Investigators said the suspect, identified as a 42-year-old Norwegian citizen originally from Iran, was arrested after opening fire at three locations in downtown Oslo.
While the motive was unclear, organizers of Oslo Pride canceled a parade that was set for Saturday as the highlight of a weeklong festival. One of the shootings happened outside the London Pub, a bar popular with the city’s LGBTQ community, just hours before the parade was set to begin.
Police attorney Christian Hatlo said the suspect was being held on suspicion of murder, attempted murder and terrorism, based on the number of people targeted at multiple locations.
“Our overall assessment is that there are grounds to believe that he wanted to cause grave fear in the population,” Hatlo said.
Hatlo said the suspect’s mental health was also being investigated.
“We need to go through his medical history, if he has any. It’s not something that we’re aware of now,” he said.
The shootings happened around 1 a.m. local time, sending panicked revelers fleeing into the streets or trying to hide from the gunman.
Olav Roenneberg, a journalist from Norwegian public broadcaster NRK, said he witnessed the shooting.
“I saw a man arrive at the site with a bag. He picked up a weapon and started shooting,” Roenneberg told NRK. “First I thought it was an air gun. Then the glass of the bar next door was shattered and I understood I had to run for cover.”
Another witness, Marcus Nybakken, 46, said he was alerted to the incident by a commotion in the area.
“When I walked into Cesar’s bar there were a lot of people starting to run and there was a lot of screaming. I thought it was a fight out there, so I pulled out. But then I heard that it was a shooting and that there was someone shooting with a submachine gun,” Nybakken told Norwegian broadcaster TV2.
Police inspector Tore Soldal said two of the shooting victims died and 10 people were being treated for serious injuries, but none of them was believed to be life-threatening.
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said in a Facebook post that “the shooting outside London Pub in Oslo tonight was a cruel and deeply shocking attack on innocent people.”
He said that while the motive was unclear, the shooting had caused fear and grief in the LGBTQ community.
“We all stand by you,” Gahr Stoere wrote.
King Harald V also offered condolences and said he and Norway’s royal family were “horrified by the night’s shooting tragedy.”
“We sympathize with all relatives and affected and send warm thoughts to all who are now scared, restless and in grief,” the Norwegian monarch said in a statement. “We must stand together to defend our values: freedom, diversity and respect for each other. We must continue to stand up for all people to feel safe.”
Christian Bredeli, who was at the bar, told Norwegian newspaper VG that he hid on the fourth floor with a group of about 10 people until he was told it was safe to come out.
“Many were fearing for their lives,” he said. “On our way out we saw several injured people, so we understood that something serious had happened.”
Norwegian broadcaster TV2 showed footage of people running down Oslo streets in panic as shots rang out in the background.
Investigators said the suspect was known to police, as well as to Norway’s security police, but not for any major violent crimes. His criminal record included a narcotics offense and a weapons offense for carrying a knife, Hatlo said.
Hatlo said police seized two weapons after the attack: a handgun and an automatic weapon, both of which he described as “not modern” without giving details.
He said the suspect had not made any statement to the police and was in contact with a defense lawyer.
Hatlo said it was too early to say whether the gunman specifically targeted members of the LGBTQ community.
“We have to look closer at that, we don’t know yet,” he said.
Still, police advised organizers of the Pride festival to cancel the parade Saturday.
“Oslo Pride therefore urges everyone who planned to participate or watch the parade to not show up. All events in connection with Oslo Prides are canceled,” organizers said on the official Facebook page of the event.
Inge Alexander Gjestvang, leader of FRI, the Norwegian organisation for sexual and gender diversity, said the shooting has shaken the Nordic country’s gay community.
“It’s tough for the queer movement to experience this,” he was quoted by TV2 as saying. “We encourage everyone to stand together, take care of each other. We’ll be back later, proud, visible but right now it’s not the time for that.”
Norway has a relatively low crime rate but has experienced violent attacks by right-wing extremists, including one of the worst mass shootings in Europe in 2011, when a gunman killed 69 people on the island of Utoya after setting off a bomb in Oslo that left eight dead.
In 2019, another right-wing extremist killed his stepsister and then opened fire in a mosque but was overpowered before anyone there was injured.
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Karl Ritter in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, and Jari Tanner in Helsinki contributed to this report. | https://wreg.com/news/ap-top-headlines/2-killed-in-mass-shooting-in-norway-more-than-a-dozen-hurt/ | 2022-06-25T12:05:34Z | https://wreg.com/news/ap-top-headlines/2-killed-in-mass-shooting-in-norway-more-than-a-dozen-hurt/ | true | 69 |
In California, homelessness is a long-running crisis. Homelessness is a human tragedy for an estimated 160,000 unhoused people.
But homelessness is also incredibly useful for anyone who wants to complain about California. It allows us to say everything we want about our state.
Especially right now. Politicians, journalists, authors, professors, and social media trolls will tell you that California’s homelessness shows the utter failure of—take your pick—Democrats, Republicans, new progressive policies, old conservative policies, police, prosecutors, healthcare, the housing market, rent control, developers, YIMBYs, NIMBYs, socialism, capitalism.
The critics might be making novel arguments, but making homelessness a hobby horse is one of California’s most durable traditions, as old as the state itself.
In 1855, the North Carolina author Hinton R. Helper, in the first best-selling anti-California screed, “The Land of Gold: Reality vs. Fiction,” declared that the Golden State was destined to fail — by pointing to the homeless people who filled San Francisco’s streets.
“Degradation, profligacy and vice confront us at every step,” Helper wrote. “Dozens of penniless vagabonds … are always wandering about the city in idleness and misery. [They] have no other place to rest, no bed except [bales of hay] into which they creep for shelter and slumber during the long hours of the night.”
Helper introduced a slur against California that persists today; our homelessness reveals Californians as people of lower morals and greater corruption than other Americans. He wrote: “We know of no country in which there is so much corruption, villainy, outlawry, intemperance, licentiousness, and every variety of crime, folly and meanness.”
Californians themselves internalized the presence of street people as a moral failing — and they reacted with moral panic, and in ways that caused lasting damage. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Los Angeles leaders exploited fears of vagrants — poor white men labeled “hoboes” — to build an excessively punitive jail system that plagues Southern California to this day.In the 1930s, the California political establishment capitalized on fears of homeless and poor people in order to defeat the gubernatorial campaign of Upton Sinclair, who promised to build a modern social welfare state to fight poverty.
Since World War II, which saw a migration west that left people scrambling for housing here, public officials have routinely used homelessness to justify crime crackdowns, unconstitutional policing, mass incarceration, the drug war, and failed policies on mental health.
In today’s more polarized times, the hobby horse of homelessness is more frequently put to partisan purposes. A Wall Street Journal columnist writes that California homelessness shows that “doctrinaire progressivism” is a “suicide pact.” Writer-activist Michael Shellenberger, a progressive turned right-wing darling, used homelessness to argue — in his book “San Fransicko: Why Progressives Ruin Cities,” and a gubernatorial campaign — that Democrats had caused nothing less than “the breakdown of civilization” on the West Coast.
Of course, demagoguing homelessness is not an exclusively conservative practice. Among activists and writers on the left, homelessness is often described as the product of home
ownership and, to quote The Nation, “the ultimate symbol” of American capitalism.
Radical and counter-productive responses also have come at the grassroots level, with some activists discouraging unhoused people from accepting offers of housing. In Los Angeles, city council member Kevin De León, one of California’s most accomplished progressive politicians, has been engaged in a nasty conflict with activists.
But the responses from all sides often tell you more about critics’ own politics than about the complex and peculiar nature of homelessness itself. And as we argue about homelessness, we are failing to keep up with new dimensions of the problem, including increases in the number of deaths on the streets during the pandemic.
Today, Californians rank homelessness as our state’s biggest problem. But it’s not too big to be solved. The homeless population is not overwhelming; 160,000 people is less than one-half of one percent of the total population of California. Local communities have more money than ever before, from local taxes to federal relief funds, they could use to address homelessness.
Might we make progress if we stopped using the homeless to make our arguments, and instead listened more to unhoused people and sought to address their many different needs? Those who work with the homeless say that unhoused people themselves are largely untapped sources of ideas.
And if we California critics gave up homelessness as our old hobby horse, we commentators would have no trouble finding other issues to represent this state’s dysfunction.
I would suggest water policy.
Joe Mathews writes the Connecting California column for Zócalo Public Square. | https://www.mercurynews.com/2022/06/25/mathews-homelessness-is-californias-hobby-horse/ | 2022-06-25T12:05:52Z | https://www.mercurynews.com/2022/06/25/mathews-homelessness-is-californias-hobby-horse/ | true | 6 |
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) — Padraig Harrington and Steve Stricker are going at it again on a big stage, and this time they have more say over the outcome at the U.S. Senior Open.
The two Ryder Cup captains from Whistling Straits last September will be in the final group going into the weekend at Saucon Valley after Harrington birdied three of his last six holes for a 6-under 65 to take a one-shot lead.
Stricker, whose U.S. team of stars throttled Europe in the Ryder Cup, did some nifty work of his own to overcome a sloppy start. He birdied his last three holes for a 69.
Harrington was at 6-under 136 going into a weekend that will not include Bernhard Langer for the first time since the German great was still in his 40s.
The 64-year-old Langer needed a birdie on his final hole to have any chance of making the cut. He made bogey for a 75 and missed by two shots. It was the first time in 65 senior majors that Langer failed to qualify for the weekend.
Jay Haas, the 68-year-old who on Thursday became the fifth player in U.S. Senior Open history to shoot his age with a 67, had to settle for Tom Watson’s age Friday. That was a 72, and it was good enough to keep him in the mix at Saucon Valley.
Rob Labritz, the longtime club professional who earned a PGA Tour Champions card this season, had another 69 and was two shots behind Harrington.
The group at 3-under 139 featured Haas, Rocco Mediate and Steven Alker, the top PGA Tour Champions player this year who recovered from a rough opening round with a 67.
Even as sunshine replaced rain, only 12 players remained under par. Defending champion Jim Furyk stumbled to a 76 and made the cut on the number.
Harrington who turned 50 last August, is playing his first U.S. Senior Open and still has plenty of speed in his swing to handle the thick rough still wet from Thursday’s rain.
He kept bogeys off his card even when he strayed from the fairway, and he broke out of a tie with Stricker with a wedge to 4 feet on the par-4 eighth hole toward the end of his round.
“It’s a much stronger test than I expected. This is way, way tougher than our regular Champions Tour events,” Harrington said. “I knew this was a big advantage to me starting the week, both length-wise and being able to play from the rough if I am in the rough.”
Stricker didn’t do much wrong except for the par-5 sixth hole, where he tried to take on too much out of the rough and it led to a double bogey. That stalled his round, and then he made up for it at the end.
“I was just trying to right the ship there. It can get going sideways in a U.S. Open pretty quickly. So just try to hit the fairways, good amount of greens,” Stricker said.
Stricker said he told his brother-in-law who is his caddie for the week, Mario Tiziani, that he wanted to try to get a few shots back over the closing hole.
“I wasn’t thinking three. Maybe I should have,” Stricker said. “I just wanted to get back to even really for the day and ended up birdieing the last three. It was a good way to finish the day.”
Harrington and Stricker remain good friends. They were captains of two vastly different teams at Whistling Straits — the Americans were young and finally played to their potential, while Europe had aging veterans and had virtually no fans because of pandemic travel restrictions.
The result was a 19-9 victory for the Americans.
And now they will be together hitting shots of their own. This is the second time in a major the Ryder Cup captains play together. They also were paired in the third round of the Regions Traditions last month.
The only concern for Harrington was his driver cracking while on the range. He hits a lot of drivers on the range at home to work on his speed work, so it’s not the first time that has happened. His replacement had a little bit more spin and flew higher.
“Outside of that, just a couple of holes where I just felt I was trying to do it rather than letting it happen,” Harrington said. “I definitely got back into it later on in the round. More of that for the weekend.”
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Rosenberg Matthew Hamilton raised its stake in Kinder Morgan, Inc. (NYSE:KMI – Get Rating) by 12.6% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 7,154 shares of the pipeline company’s stock after acquiring an additional 802 shares during the quarter. Rosenberg Matthew Hamilton’s holdings in Kinder Morgan were worth $135,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the business. City State Bank acquired a new stake in shares of Kinder Morgan during the 4th quarter worth approximately $25,000. American National Bank grew its position in shares of Kinder Morgan by 63.6% during the 1st quarter. American National Bank now owns 1,667 shares of the pipeline company’s stock worth $32,000 after buying an additional 648 shares during the period. US Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Kinder Morgan during the 1st quarter worth approximately $35,000. Elkhorn Partners Limited Partnership acquired a new stake in shares of Kinder Morgan during the 4th quarter worth approximately $32,000. Finally, Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. grew its position in shares of Kinder Morgan by 237.8% during the 4th quarter. Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 2,054 shares of the pipeline company’s stock worth $33,000 after buying an additional 1,446 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 58.53% of the company’s stock.
KMI has been the topic of several recent analyst reports. Morgan Stanley lifted their price objective on shares of Kinder Morgan from $19.00 to $20.00 and gave the stock an “underweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, April 20th. US Capital Advisors reissued a “hold” rating on shares of Kinder Morgan in a research note on Wednesday, June 1st. Wolfe Research lowered shares of Kinder Morgan from a “peer perform” rating to an “underperform” rating and lifted their price objective for the stock from $17.00 to $18.00 in a research note on Monday, April 11th. Wells Fargo & Company reduced their price objective on shares of Kinder Morgan to $20.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research note on Friday, May 20th. Finally, TD Securities lifted their price objective on shares of Kinder Morgan from $21.00 to $23.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, April 21st. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued a hold rating and two have assigned a buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Kinder Morgan has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $20.33.
Shares of KMI opened at $16.48 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.91, a quick ratio of 0.38 and a current ratio of 0.47. Kinder Morgan, Inc. has a twelve month low of $15.01 and a twelve month high of $20.20. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $18.74 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $17.88. The firm has a market cap of $37.37 billion, a P/E ratio of 36.62, a PEG ratio of 4.75 and a beta of 0.90.
Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 20th. The pipeline company reported $0.32 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.27 by $0.05. The firm had revenue of $4.29 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $3.66 billion. Kinder Morgan had a net margin of 6.64% and a return on equity of 7.51%. The business’s revenue was down 17.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $0.60 earnings per share. On average, sell-side analysts anticipate that Kinder Morgan, Inc. will post 1.14 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, May 16th. Stockholders of record on Monday, May 2nd were given a $0.2775 dividend. This represents a $1.11 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 6.74%. The ex-dividend date was Friday, April 29th. This is a positive change from Kinder Morgan’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.27. Kinder Morgan’s payout ratio is currently 246.67%.
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Kinder Morgan, Inc operates as an energy infrastructure company in North America. The company operates through four segments: Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, Terminals, and CO2. The Natural Gas Pipelines segment owns and operates interstate and intrastate natural gas pipeline, and underground storage systems; natural gas gathering systems and natural gas processing and treating facilities; natural gas liquids fractionation facilities and transportation systems; and liquefied natural gas liquefaction and storage facilities.
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Updated June 25, 2022 at 7:58 AM ET
OSLO, Norway — A gunman opened fire in Oslo's night-life district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving 10 seriously wounded in what police are investigating as a possible terrorist attack during the Norwegian capital's annual Pride festival.
Investigators said the suspect, identified as a 42-year-old Norwegian citizen originally from Iran, was arrested after opening fire at three locations in downtown Oslo.
While the motive was unclear, organizers of Oslo Pride canceled a parade that was set for Saturday as the highlight of a weeklong festival. One of the shootings happened outside the London Pub, a bar popular with the city's LGBTQ community, just hours before the parade was set to begin.
Police attorney Christian Hatlo said the suspect was being held on suspicion of murder, attempted murder and terrorism, based on the number of people targeted at multiple locations.
"Our overall assessment is that there are grounds to believe that he wanted to cause grave fear in the population," Hatlo said.
Hatlo said the suspect's mental health was also being investigated.
"We need to go through his medical history, if he has any. It's not something that we're aware of now," he said.
The shootings happened around 1 a.m. local time, sending panicked revelers fleeing into the streets or trying to hide from the gunman.
Olav Roenneberg, a journalist from Norwegian public broadcaster NRK, said he witnessed the shooting.
"I saw a man arrive at the site with a bag. He picked up a weapon and started shooting," Roenneberg told NRK. "First I thought it was an air gun. Then the glass of the bar next door was shattered and I understood I had to run for cover."
Another witness, Marcus Nybakken, 46, said he was alerted to the incident by a commotion in the area.
"When I walked into Cesar's bar there were a lot of people starting to run and there was a lot of screaming. I thought it was a fight out there, so I pulled out. But then I heard that it was a shooting and that there was someone shooting with a submachine gun," Nybakken told Norwegian broadcaster TV2.
Police inspector Tore Soldal said two of the shooting victims died and 10 people were being treated for serious injuries, but none of them was believed to be life-threatening.
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said in a Facebook post that "the shooting outside London Pub in Oslo tonight was a cruel and deeply shocking attack on innocent people."
He said that while the motive was unclear, the shooting had caused fear and grief in the LGBTQ community.
"We all stand by you," Gahr Stoere wrote.
King Harald V also offered condolences and said he and Norway's royal family were "horrified by the night's shooting tragedy."
"We sympathize with all relatives and affected and send warm thoughts to all who are now scared, restless and in grief," the Norwegian monarch said in a statement. "We must stand together to defend our values: freedom, diversity and respect for each other. We must continue to stand up for all people to feel safe."
Christian Bredeli, who was at the bar, told Norwegian newspaper VG that he hid on the fourth floor with a group of about 10 people until he was told it was safe to come out.
"Many were fearing for their lives," he said. "On our way out we saw several injured people, so we understood that something serious had happened."
Norwegian broadcaster TV2 showed footage of people running down Oslo streets in panic as shots rang out in the background.
Investigators said the suspect was known to police, as well as to Norway's security police, but not for any major violent crimes. His criminal record included a narcotics offense and a weapons offense for carrying a knife, Hatlo said.
Hatlo said police seized two weapons after the attack: a handgun and an automatic weapon, both of which he described as "not modern" without giving details.
He said the suspect had not made any statement to the police and was in contact with a defense lawyer.
Hatlo said it was too early to say whether the gunman specifically targeted members of the LGBTQ community.
"We have to look closer at that, we don't know yet," he said.
Still, police advised organizers of the Pride festival to cancel the parade Saturday.
"Oslo Pride therefore urges everyone who planned to participate or watch the parade to not show up. All events in connection with Oslo Prides are canceled," organizers said on the official Facebook page of the event.
Inge Alexander Gjestvang, leader of FRI, the Norwegian organisation for sexual and gender diversity, said the shooting has shaken the Nordic country's gay community.
"It's tough for the queer movement to experience this," he was quoted by TV2 as saying. "We encourage everyone to stand together, take care of each other. We'll be back later, proud, visible but right now it's not the time for that."
Norway has a relatively low crime rate but has experienced violent attacks by right-wing extremists, including one of the worst mass shootings in Europe in 2011, when a gunman killed 69 people on the island of Utoya after setting off a bomb in Oslo that left eight dead.
In 2019, another right-wing extremist killed his stepsister and then opened fire in a mosque but was overpowered before anyone there was injured.
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Hearts boss Robbie Neilson has issued a hands off warning to clubs pursuing Liam Boyce.
Neilson hopes to have deals for Jorge Grant and Alex Cochrane tied up in the next few days with both players “desperate” to sign.
But the Hearts manager insists top scorer Boyce is going nowhere. The Northern Irishman was linked with Aberdeen and Ipswich this week, but Neilson is determined to keep him in Gorgie.
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Reports emerged this week linking Boyce with Aberdeen, which left Neilson baffled.
"The Boycey one was strange!” He laughed. “There's been no contact between clubs or anything.
"Boycey's been our top goalscorer the two years I've been here. I don’t want to lose him and I don’t expect to.
"I don't know where it’s come from, but that's what happens at this time of the season when there's not a lot happening in the transfer market.”
Meanwhile, a fee has been agreed with Peterborough for Grant, but the 27-year-old still needs to negotiate his exit from London Road before he can sign with the Jambos. It’s a similar scenario with Cochrane ahead of his permanent return from Brighton after spending last season on loan at Tynecastle.
"We are still working away with Brighton so we will hopefully get that over the line, maybe in a few days' time,” Neilson explained. “Grant from Peterborough is still a wee bit back and forward but, again, we are quite far down the line with it.
"Both players are desperate to come here, it's just a case of getting this sorted out in the background. These things always take longer than you would hope.
"[Grant’s] got moments in him. He's got unbelievable set-play delivery. Secondly, he's got the moment for the final pass or the final shot. We need more of that within the team. We get into good areas, we just need that final moment at times and he has got that.
"I've known Jorge for a number of years from when I was down south. I saw him with different clubs. When he was at Nottingham Forest, I knew Mark Warburton and David Weir, who had him there. He moved to Notts County so I've always had an eye on him.
"He had a great season at Lincoln then went to Peterborough and it probably didn't quite work out the way he wanted it to. That's kind of the market we look at. It was the same with Beni Baningime when he went on loan. It didn't quite work out and we managed to get him. It has worked out well in the past for us.
"I see him more in the No.10, attacking midfield role. I think he will bring quality to us. There is still a bit of work to get done but we aren't too far away.
“Right from his first couple of months here, when we saw the type of player [Alex] was, how he fitted into the group, the team and the style of play, we were trying to move things forward. We have always been in contact.
"We expected Brighton to extend his contract and the hope was that we could then make a move to get him up here. So far, it has worked out well.”
Despite Dundee United sporting director Tony Asghar’s confidence that Hearts will have to stump up compensation for Lewis Neilson, the capital club are equally sure they’ve done everything by the book, reports the Daily Record.
“We're pretty confident about the things that happened and the process of it,” said Neilson. “It's up to United to say what they think about it. We've heard nothing from the SFA about it all, so as far as we're concerned, we've done everything above board.”
Meanwhile, Neilson insisted there’s been no contact with Beerschot over Lawrence Shankland, adding: "There is nothing, although there has been a lot of talk about it. I think it's this time of year. There is nothing between the clubs so we'll wait and see.
“I know Shanks really well but at this moment there is nothing happening. If that changes then we will see, but I don't think it will.”
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PM tells Tory plotters: Stop focusing on things I´m meant to have stuffed up
Boris Johnson has urged Conservative MPs plotting to oust him not to focus on the issues he has “stuffed up” after his authority was diminished by a double by-election defeat.
The Prime Minister insisted questions over his leadership were now settled after the loss of Wakefield and former stronghold Tiverton and Honiton triggered a Cabinet resignation.
He insisted the “endless churn” of allegations is “driving people nuts”, as he pushed on with his Rwanda trip despite suggestions further ministerial resignations could follow.
Mr Johnson is clinging on to his leadership after Oliver Dowden resigned as Tory party co-chairman, saying he and Conservative supporters are “distressed and disappointed by recent events” and telling the Prime Minister that “someone must take responsibility”.
Former Conservative leader Michael Howard also urged the Prime Minister to resign for the good of the party and the nation, and he called on the Cabinet to consider resigning to force him out.
But Mr Johnson was in a buoyant mood as he said: “I love my colleagues and of course I would urge them respectfully: golden rule of politics, the more we focus on Westminster politics the more irritating it is to voters.”
He told journalists at the British high commissioner’s residence in Kigali that it is “reasonable” to suggest he might need to change to win back voters’ trust.
“But the answer is always to remember, it’s not about me, it’s about them,” Mr Johnson said.
“Because what’s driving people nuts is this endless churn of stuff about things that I’m meant to have stuffed up or whatever about my colleagues, their views of me, my character, the leadership, Tory blah blah…”
But there are suggestions of a challenge to change the rules of the 1922 Committee of Conservative MPs in order to allow another vote of confidence in Mr Johnson within the next year.
Asked if he believes questions over his leadership are settled, Mr Johnson replied: “Yes.”
Instead of partygate and other scandals, Mr Johnson insisted the public want to hear about the cost of living and economic plans.
“That’s the change that I think will be most welcome on the last few months,” he said. “That’s, I think, what people will see.
Conservative veteran Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown, who retained his Cotswolds seat with a majority of 20,000 at the last vote, is among the Tories to have expressed fears they could lose their jobs at the next general election.
In West Yorkshire, Labour seized back Wakefield with a majority of 4,925 on a swing of 12.7% from the Tories.
Wakefield was one of the so-called red wall seats won by the Tories in the 2019 general election after being held by Labour since the 1930s.
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss argued that the dismal performance for the Conservatives in Thursday’s by-elections will not be the predictor of the next general election.
Speaking to reporters in Rwanda, she said: “The reality is that incumbent governments often lose by-elections and often people want to send a message in a by-election to raise concerns with the Government.
“But that doesn’t make by-election results the predictor of election outcomes, it hasn’t been the predictor in the past and I don’t believe it will be the predictor of the next general election.” | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-10952339/PM-tells-Tory-plotters-Stop-focusing-things-I-m-meant-stuffed-up.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-06-25T12:23:10Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-10952339/PM-tells-Tory-plotters-Stop-focusing-things-I-m-meant-stuffed-up.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | false | 13 |
The Strand celebrates with a jolt of caffeine
EAST VILLAGE, N.Y., June 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, June 25th the Strand Book Store will celebrate it's 95th year as the largest independent bookstore in New York City. Nestled deeply in the heart of the Village, the Strand Bookstore has brought some of the greatest literary leaders, artists and bohemian types together for nearly a century. The landscape of the Village has changed over the decades, from Beatniks, to millennials, and the streets that were once filled with gas-fueled cars have now been replaced with electric cars and bicycles. One thing that has remained is the coffee house culture, the cross section of where the new generation of hippies and business culture of today meet to share in a communal cup of Joe.
Now, for the first time since it's opening in 1927, the Strand flagship store is proud to welcome one of the finest coffee makers in the world to share a cup of coffee while getting lost in the stacks. "Bringing coffee to our customers has been a long-time dream for The Strand," stated Laura Ravo, Strand Books, COO. "When we made the decision to add it to our store, we sought to bring customers the most authentic coffee experience and Brooklyn Roasting Company fit that vision perfectly. Furthermore, Brooklyn Roasting Company shares many of the Strand's principles. They deliver a quality product, care about the New York and provide excellent customer service; while giving back through conscientious charitable contributions to further the arts, literature and music in our city."
The Brooklyn Roasting Company, founded in 2009 is now New York City's leader in the homegrown coffee business, and recently voted as the 2022 Best Overall Fair-Trade Coffee by TreeHugger. Jim Munson, Brooklyn Roasting Company's Founder and CEO reports, "I've enjoyed drinking coffee and reading books for most of my life. It only makes sense to embrace a partnership between the coffee company I've built and my favorite New York City independent bookseller, the Strand. Both coffee and books feed the life of the mind, and the lives of so many thoughtful New Yorkers. Our sustainably-sourced coffees mirror the Strand's customer base with a wide range of rich and diverse flavor palettes, presented to customers unpretentiously."
The Strand at 828 Broadway, and Brooklyn Roasting Company invite the media and general public to their 95th Birthday Celebration and Brooklyn Roasting Company Grand Opening!
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About The Strand Book Store:
Strand Book Store is the landmark independent book store of New York City. With nearly 100 years of history and a global community of support; Strand Books is part of the New York landscape attracting book lovers from every corner of the world. Within its walls, Strand houses thousands of books ranging from new and rare books, hard to find art and photography books, souvenirs, hosts best- selling author events and more. For further information visit: www.strandbooks.com
About Brooklyn Roasting Company:
Brooklyn Roasting Company sources and serves superb and sustainable specialty grade coffee from the world's most renowned growing regions. We are serious, not snobby. Like Brooklyn, we are bold, brave, colorful and creative.
CONTACT: SANDY LEVY
E: Sandy.levy@strandbooks.com
M: 210-439-5951
O: 212-473-1452 ext. 540
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WATCH: TWICE’s Nayeon & Stray Kids’ Felix groove to their track ‘NO PROBLEM’ in adorable new video
On June 24, TWICE’s Nayeon officially made her solo debut with ‘IM NAYEON’.
TWICE’s Nayeon and Stray Kids’ Felix have dropped an adorable video of them grooving to their new collaborative track ‘NO PROBLEM’! On June 24, Nayeon released her immensely anticipated solo debut mini album ‘IM NAYEON’, along with a music video for its lead single, ‘POP!’. Among the super catchy songs in the mini album, fans were especially looking forward to a B-side track ‘NO PROBLEM’, ever since the track list revealed that the song featured Nayeon’s industry junior and fellow JYP Entertainment labelmate, Stray Kids’ Felix.
Although there hasn’t been an official video released for ‘NO PROBLEM’ yet, Nayeon and Felix teamed up for a sweet ‘duet version’ video for the track. The short clip was shared along with the song’s lyrics “No, nothing can stop us this time. No, there ain’t NO PROBLEM tonight.” Meanwhile, the video itself sees Nayeon and Felix singing along to their parts. Towards the end of the video, Felix takes out his phone (which has a simple heart drawn onto the cover) and waves it at the camera in a sweet gesture of support.
Watch the video, below:
In addition, Stray Kids also took to their Instagram account to cheer on their senior, with a heartwarming post on Instagram. The post includes a screenshot of Nayeon’s new title track ‘POP!’ and a video of Stray Kids’ members talking about the release and congratulating their senior, TWICE’s Nayeon, on her solo debut.
The caption uploaded alongside the post reads, “Nayeon sunbaenim [senior], sincere congratulations on your debut~! We’re having fun listening to ‘POP!’ and as always, Nayeon sunbaenim is incredibly cool. We’re diligently cheering you on from afar!”
Check out the Instagram post, below:
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LONDON (AP) — A defiant British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was in a stubborn standoff with his frustrated Conservative Party on Saturday, after two thumping special election defeats renewed calls for a major change of government direction.
Johnson dismissed the defeats as predictable mid-term blues, and said people expecting “some sort of psychological transformation” from him should know “that is not going to happen.”
The prime minister told the BBC said he believed “voters are heartily sick of hearing about me and the things I’m alleged to have done wrong. What they want to hear is what we’re doing for them.”
“What I want to do is to get on with changing and reforming and improving our systems and our economy,” he said.
Despite the bullish tone, this is a perilous moment for Johnson, who is due to be out of the U.K. until Thursday at a Commonwealth meeting in Rwanda, a Group of Seven leaders’ gathering in Germany and a NATO summit in Spain.
Simmering concerns about Johnson’s ethics and judgment have been brought to a boil by Conservative defeats in two special elections this week. The party lost the rural southwest England seat of Tiverton and Honiton to the centrist Liberal Democrats, and was defeated by the left-of-center Labour Party in the post-industrial northern town of Wakefield.
The results alarmed many in the party, who fear Johnson’s electoral magic — his rare ability to appeal both to affluent traditional Conservatives and working-class former Labour supporters — has been erased by ethics scandals and a cost-of-living crisis.
Conservative Party chairman Oliver Dowden quit after the election results Friday, saying the party “cannot carry on with business as usual,” and two former Conservative leaders said it was time for Johnson to go.
Michael Howard, who led the Conservatives between 2003 and 2005, said “the party, and more importantly the country, would be better off under new leadership.” William Hague, who was Tory leader from 1997 to 2001, said the results showed the party was “potentially heading towards a disaster” unless it changed its leader.
“Cabinet members need to steel themselves to do that,” he said.
Johnson led the Conservatives to a big election victory in December 2019 on a promise to “get Brexit done” after years of rancor about Britain’s decision to leave the European Union.
His government has been beset by difficult post-Brexit relations with the EU, and now by the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation, with Russia’s war in Ukraine squeezing supplies of energy and food staples at a time of soaring consumer demand while the coronavirus pandemic recedes.
Johnson’s popularity also has been eroded by months of ethics allegations, culminating in a scandal over parties held in government buildings while millions of others were banned from meeting friends and family during coronavirus lockdowns.
Johnson was one of 83 people fined by police for attending the parties, making him the first prime minister found to have broken the law while in office. A civil servant’s report on the “partygate” scandal said Johnson must bear responsibility for “failures of leadership and judgment.”
Johnson survived a no-confidence vote by his own party this month but was left weakened after 41% of Conservative lawmakers voted to remove him. Under party rules, Johnson can’t face another such vote for a year.
That could change. No-confidence votes are overseen by a powerful party committee, and Johnson opponents say they will push to alter the rules. The Conservatives have a history of ousting leaders they consider liabilities. Johnson’s predecessor, Theresa May, also won a no-confidence vote in December 2018 — but internal party pressure forced her to step down six months later. | https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Defiant-Johnson-says-he-won-t-change-despite-17265249.php | 2022-06-25T12:37:58Z | https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Defiant-Johnson-says-he-won-t-change-despite-17265249.php | true | 35 |
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Bilibili's paid video features meet wide criticism
Bilibili, one of China's largest video platforms, has become the subject of widespread public criticism after it launched paid single video and video series features this week.
The feature first appeared on one of the platform's uploader 勾手老大爷邓肯(Hook shot grandpa Duncan) on Monday. The channel is mainly focused on sharing the world's paranormal events and urban legends.
Earlier this week, the uploader posted a 10-episode video series called the World's Top 10 Unsolved Mysteries with playlist charges for 30 Yuan (US$ 4.48). So far, only 1 episode has been released.
The new feature of Bilibili and the uploader made onto the trendy topics on Weibo (China's version of Twitter) on Friday, gaining more than 670 million views and drawing massive criticism from netizens.
Also, the new playlist caused more than 10,000 followers to unsubscribe the uploader's channel.
One Weibo user complained that it's more expensive than watching a whole TV series on some other video platforms. Another commented the users only flock to Bilibili because of their free contents.
Despite the backlash, the video has gained more than 26,000 views since its release. The uploader explained that he had hired a whole team, including filming crew and lighting staff. He hopes the video will bring a little extra income so that they can keep filming other interesting videos.
Also, Duncan explained in his pinned comment, he will keep uploading other free videos on his channel,
Some Bilibili users questioned that the platform has charging features such as paid membership and paid online courses. If they are going to charge for single videos or longer programs, then what's the point of having the site's membership?
In a report released by Bilibili in March, it has lost money in the previous three years with a total net loss of 11.1 billion Yuan (US$ 165.76m). Having accumulated 294 million active monthly users and more than 20 million paid members, the site's first priority is to introduce more ways of making money in the near future.
Also, in the first quarter of 2022, Bilibili's monthly active uploader has reached 3.8 million, 1.1 million of whom have made money on the site. Paid videos might become yet another major monetization venue as well as livestreaming, infomercials and subscribers' donation. | https://www.shine.cn/news/nation/2206257194/ | 2022-06-25T12:52:00Z | https://www.shine.cn/news/nation/2206257194/ | false | 1 |
MCC announces final seat allotment result of special mop up round for NEET SS Counselling 2021. What’s the news?Also Read - NEET SS 2021 Counselling: Special Mop-Up Round Provisional Results Declared on mcc.nic.in. Here’s How to Check
NEET SS 2021 Counselling: The Medical counselling committee (MCC) has announced the final seat allotment for the special mop-up round counselling of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, Super Specialty (NEET SS) 2021 . The students who participated in the counselling process can can check their NEET SS 2021 special mop-up round result on the MCC’s official website– mcc.nic.in. Also Read - MCC Releases Schedule For NEET SS 2021 Counselling Special Mop-Up Round on mcc.nic.in
How to download NEET SS 2021 Counselling Special Mop-Up Round Results
- Visit the official website– mcc.nic.in.
- Click on the “Provisional Allotment Result Special Mop-Up Round SS 2021” link.
- The NEET-SS special mop-up round result will be displayed on your screen.
- Download and print a copy for future references.
- Candidates are advised to approach the allotted college/institute only after the declaration of the final result and only after downloading the allotment letter from the MCC website.
What’s Next For Shortlisted Candidates?
The candidates who are shortlisted in the final round of NEET SS counselling will now have to report to the allotted college/institute. For admissions in the medical courses, the shortlisted candidates will have to go through the verification process by submitting their documents and paying the tuition fee to reserve their seat. Also Read - NEET SS 2022 Exam Date Postponed, Fresh Date To Be Announced Soon | Check Details on natboard.edu.in
Documents Required for NEET SS 2021 Admission
- Allotment letter 2021 of NEET SS seat
- Admit Card of NEET SS exam
- Copy of NEET SS result
- MBBS degree certificate
- MD/MS/DNB degree certificate in the concerned speciality
- Permanent/provisional registration certificate issued by NMC/ NBE/State Medical Council
- Birth certificate/higher secondary certificate as proof of date of birth
- Identity proofs such as PAN card, driving license, voter ID card, passport or Aadhar card
Recap: The final result of the NEET SS counselling 2021 special mop up round has been announced at mcc.nic.in. Click HERE for direct link. | https://www.india.com/education/neet-ss-2021-counselling-final-seat-allotment-result-of-special-mop-up-round-declared-on-mcc-nic-in-heres-how-to-check-5474608/ | 2022-06-25T12:53:26Z | https://www.india.com/education/neet-ss-2021-counselling-final-seat-allotment-result-of-special-mop-up-round-declared-on-mcc-nic-in-heres-how-to-check-5474608/ | false | 1 |
Saturday Morning Weather At Your Fingertips
Highs in the low 100s today, a Heat Advisory is in effect.
TYLER, Texas (KLTV/KTRE) - Happy Saturday, East Texas! Here is the weather where you live... Sunny/mostly sunny skies today with highs yet again in the triple digits. A Heat Advisory is in effect for nearly the entire area, with only a handful of Deep East Texas counties not included. Due to this heat, we also have First Alert Weather Days in effect for today and tomorrow. Highs tomorrow will again be in the 100s with mostly sunny skies, but also a low chance for rain.
A highly anticipated cold front will move into the area as we are closing out this week and starting the next. This front will bring the best rain chances we’ve seen in some time, and also drop highs down into the low and mid 90s! Oh what a relief that will be - but I can’t help but chuckle when we’re talking about cold fronts and it still being in the 90s. Low chances for rain will stick around for Tuesday through Friday, with highs generally in the mid 90s for the second half of next week.
Overall, once we get through the weekend, the forecast will be a bit more tolerable as temperatures cool down, along with the needed chances for rain. For now, remember to stay safe in the heat, relief is coming soon! Have a great Saturday.
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The Screven County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed home invasion that occurred Tuesday on Sand Hill Lane. On June 21, 2022, at approximately 8 pm Screven County deputies were dispatched to a residence on Sand Hill Lane. Upon arrival, an armed home invasion had occurred at the residence. Three suspects, described as slender young black males, had entered the residence with pistols in an attempt to rob the residents. During this encounter, shots were fired with no injuries. Additional Law enforcement officers and K-9s were brought in and the area was searched. | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2642654289418/missing-78-year-old-woman-found-safe | 2022-06-25T12:56:26Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2642654289418/missing-78-year-old-woman-found-safe | true | null |
Apple is offering tons of deals on some of its popular products, including the MacBook, iPad and AirPods under the Back to School program. The offer has been made available to Indian buyers. The offer is exclusively available to university students and teachers. The best bit is that the eligible buyers will also get a free pair of AirPods along with 6 months free of Apple Music. The offer went live on June 24 and will go live till September.
Apple has announced that its Back To School sale is live and will go on till September 22. Apple has shared the list of devices that will be available at a discounted price. Additionally, buyers will get a discount of up to 20 per cent on Apple Care+.
Here are the deals on the Apple products that you can claim during the Back To School sale.
— iPad Air 5th generation is being sold for Rs 50,780. The iPad Air Gen 5 is officially available in India for Rs 54,900.
— The 11th-generation iPad Pro can be bought at a starting price of Rs 68,300. The 11-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation) and the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th generation) are also available at discounted rates.
— Apple is selling the new MacBook Air M2 and MacBook Pro M2 at a discounted price as part of the Back to School program. The M2 MacBook Air is being sold for Rs 1,09,900, whereas the M2 MacBook Pro can be purchased at Rs 1,19,900. The M1 MacBook Air come be bought a starting price of Rs 89,900.
— The top-end MacBooks are also available at discounted rates.The MacBook Pro 14-inch, which comes with M1 Pro and M1 Max chip options, has a starting price of Rs 1,75,410. The 16-inch MacBook Pro, on the other hand, can be bought for Rs 2,15,910. | https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/planning-to-buy-a-macbook-you-may-get-an-airpods-free-here-is-how-1966710-2022-06-25 | 2022-06-25T13:10:30Z | https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/planning-to-buy-a-macbook-you-may-get-an-airpods-free-here-is-how-1966710-2022-06-25 | false | 3 |
BAHAWALPUR: Governor Punjab Engineer Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman Saturday inaugurated the addition of 8 buses to the existing pool of Speedo Bus Service and new machinery of Bahawalpur Waste Management Company at a function held at Circuit House here. Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Captain (retd) Saqib Zafar, Commissioner Bahawalpur Division Raja Jahangir Anwar, Deputy Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia, MPA Afzal Gill, MPA Hasina Begum, former Provincial Minister Malik Muhammad Iqbal Channar, former MNA Begum Parveen Masood Bhatti, former MPA Fauzia Ayub Qureshi, Dr Rana Muhammad Tariq, and office bearers and workers of PML-N were present on the occasion. Governor Punjab said that the residents of Bahawalpur were deprived of the right to Speedo Bus Service. The service has been restored on the direction of Punjab Chief Minister Punjab Hamza Shahbaz and 8 additional buses have been provided for the service. He said that Bahawalpur Waste Management Company was set up for better sanitation system. He said that additional machinery has been provided for the works including operational vehicles, containers, dumpers and other machinery. Governor Punjab said that the stop of Karakoram Express train at Bahawalpur railway station has been restored. He said that the construction work of the bridge on the Zakheera bypass is being completed to facilitate the masses. In this regard, funds have been provided to the NHA. Several public welfare projects were completed including construction of Civil Hospital, Home Economics College, underpass, two lane roads, Cholistan Veterinary University, Cardiac Center, Kidney Center and other development works have been started. | https://dailytimes.com.pk/957863/baligh-ur-rehman-inaugurates-addition-of-8-new-buses-to-speedo-bus-service/ | 2022-06-25T13:14:43Z | https://dailytimes.com.pk/957863/baligh-ur-rehman-inaugurates-addition-of-8-new-buses-to-speedo-bus-service/ | true | 1 |
NASCAR Saturday schedule at Nashville Superspeedway
Saturday’s track activity at Nashville Superspeedway begins with Xfinity Series qualifying to set the field for its 250-mile race later in the afternoon on USA Network.
The Cup Series will also hit the track for its qualifying session. That will set the field for Sunday’s Ally 400 on NBC and Peacock.
Saturday, June 25
All times Eastern
Nashville forecast: Partly cloudy with a chance of a stray shower or thunderstorm, high of 92 degrees
Garage open
8 a.m. – Xfinity Series
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Cup Series
Track activity
Noon — Xfinity qualifying (USA Network, NBC Sports App)
1 p.m. — Cup qualifying (USA Network, NBC Sports App, MRN)
3:30 p.m. – Xfinity race (188 laps, 250 miles; USA Network, NBC Sports App, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio)
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Greta otos are found in Central and South America. They’re tough and can carry up to 40 times their weight. My mother used to see these growing up, in the fields by her home. They’re a lot rarer now, unfortunately.
Greta otos are found in Central and South America. They’re tough and can carry up to 40 times their weight. My mother used to see these growing up, in the fields by her home. They’re a lot rarer now, unfortunately. | https://the-avocado.org/2022/06/25/the-jun-25th-day-thread-loves-greta-otos/ | 2022-06-25T13:23:52Z | https://the-avocado.org/2022/06/25/the-jun-25th-day-thread-loves-greta-otos/ | false | null |
Notebook Uncovered with Brian Laundrie's Remains Contains Shocking Confession to Gabby Petito's Murder
Months after the manhunt for Brian Laundrie gripped the nation, new answers about his involvement in Gabby Petito’s death have come to light.
A notebook discovered by the FBI in October at the scene of Laundrie’s dead body contains a confession to Petito’s murder.
“I ended her life,” reads a note in the notebook obtained by Fox News. “I thought it was merciful, that it is what she wanted, but I see now all the mistakes I made. I panicked. I was in shock.”
“Please do not make life harder for my family,” the note says. “They lost a son and a daughter. The most wonderful girl in the world. Gabby I’m sorry.”
In his confession note, Laundrie referred to an injury he said Petito had incurred, framing the homicide as an act of mercy.
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This is Brian Laundrie’s notebook confession where he admits he ended Gabby’s life. pic.twitter.com/f3iyTutWpo— Brian Entin (@BrianEntin) June 24, 2022
A coroner determined that Petito’s cause of death was acute strangulation. She is thought to have died around Aug. 28, 2021.
The notebook’s contents were previously unknown, although they had been described as a confession of involvement in Petitio’s death.
The 22-year-old Petito went missing last August on a cross-country RV trip with Laundrie. Her remains were later found near Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming.
Laundrie returned home to Florida after her disappearance, only to disappear from his parents’ home instead of cooperating with a law enforcement investigation.
Laundrie’s body was later found in a nature reserve after a lengthy manhunt. It is believed he committed suicide with a revolver belonging to his parents.
Laundrie’s personal effects were first located by his parents, who were helping the North Port Police Department scour the remote area for any trace of their son.
Laundrie had been a suspect in Petito’s death, but he had only been charged with stealing her debit card.
The Petitio family has filed a lawsuit against Laundrie’s parents, accusing them of helping him in a plan to escape the country.
The family alleges that Laundrie’s parents learned of their son’s involvement in the homicide soon after he returned home from the cross-country trip in August 2021.
Petitio’s body was discovered on Sept. 19 after Laundrie had gone missing and become the target of an exhaustive manhunt.
A lawyer for the Laundries has denied the allegations.
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Which gluten-free pretzels are best?
Before gluten-free diets were widely accepted, most people avoiding gluten were stuck with boring snack options, like a handful of nuts or a piece of fruit. Today, those avoiding gluten have various choices, including a perennial snack-time favorite: pretzels.
For a nearly perfect replica of traditionally made pretzels, Snyder’s of Hanover Gluten-Free Pretzel Sticks is the best choice.
What to know before you buy gluten-free pretzels
Soft gluten-free pretzels vs. hard pretzels
Pretzel lovers usually fall into one of two camps: those who prefer the delicious, chewy texture of a salt-crusted soft pretzel and those who crave the crunch and snap of a hard pretzel.
- Soft pretzels: A perfect gluten-free soft pretzel is difficult to find. The ingredient that gives them their toothsome texture is the same ingredient that those with gluten sensitivities need to avoid. Still, gluten-free soft pretzels are available, but they are hard to locate in stores and online.
- Hard pretzels: Hard pretzels are easier to replicate in gluten-free form. They don’t require any special care and are a perfect snack. They also make a good base for creating your own confections, such as chocolate-dipped pretzel rods and pretzel-coated truffles.
Pretzel flavors
The best gluten-free snacks come in different flavors, and pretzels are no different. Many brands are now offering a range of savory and sweet pretzels, including:
- Buffalo
- Honey mustard
- Sour cream and onion
- Garlic parmesan
You can even find yogurt- and chocolate-covered gluten-free pretzels.
Pretzel shape
Some snackers swear that the shape makes a difference. Even if you don’t mind the shape yourself, the pretzel’s shape does determine its best use. For example, for chocolate-covered pretzels, thick pretzel rods and twisted pretzels carry more chocolate coating. However, pretzel sticks are a good choice if you’re just looking for a quick snack.
For dips, try a pretzel crisp. These thin crunchy shapes are perfect for scooping.
What to look for in quality gluten-free pretzels
Certified gluten-free
It is not enough to simply put “gluten-free” on the package. There are governmental standards that must be met in order for a package to be labeled gluten-free. Some manufacturers go even farther, partnering with organizations that specifically serve those with celiac or other gluten sensitivities. This should be noted on the packaging.
Free from other allergens
Many people following strict gluten-free diets are also operating with other food restrictions. If this sounds like you, look for pretzels that are also free from:
- Dairy
- Soy
- Eggs
- Tree nuts
Keep in mind that even if a product is free of these ingredients, it may be processed in a facility with other snacks that have them included. Check the labels carefully.
Packaging options
When you find a brand you love, the last thing you want to do is keep switching around when you need different sizes. Many pretzel makers offer everything from large 1-pound bags to mini grab-and-go snack packs.
How much you can expect to spend on gluten-free pretzels
Anything gluten-free will have a higher price, and pretzels are no exception. The price varies among brands and depends on the size, but expect to spend $7-$11.
Gluten-free pretzels FAQ
What is gluten, and how is it harmful?
A. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. It gives bread its stretchy texture and springy feel.
Unfortunately, gluten can trigger an overactive immune response for people who suffer from certain autoimmune conditions. Even trace amounts, such as a light dusting of flour left on a cutting board, can trigger a serious physical reaction.
What conditions would cause someone to need a gluten-free diet?
A. The most common condition is celiac disease. This chronic immune system and digestive disorder can lead to damage to the small intestine. It’s triggered when an affected person eats even a trace amount of gluten, causing the body to essentially attack itself.
Other conditions where avoiding gluten is part of the treatment include:
- Non-celiac gluten sensitivity
- Gluten ataxia
- Wheat allergies
What are the best gluten-free pretzels to buy?
Top gluten-free pretzels
Snyder’s of Hanover Gluten-Free Pretzel Sticks
What you need to know: This large bag is great for sharing, even for those not following a gluten-free diet.
What you’ll love: This 14-ounce bag of pretzel sticks is perfect for larger households or entertaining when you want just one type of pretzel. They are also made without dairy, milk or eggs and processed in a facility that does not process peanuts. This makes it a safe snack for school, too. Look for other Snyder’s shapes in other flavors, too.
What you should consider: Snyder’s is a partner of the Celiac Disease Foundation. There are no real cons to this pick. But make sure the bag you select is clearly labeled gluten-free, as Snyder’s is also well-known for its regular pretzel varieties.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top gluten-free pretzels for the money
Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps Original Flavor
What you need to know: This pack of four 5-ounce bags is perfect for on-the-go snacking.
What you’ll love: This thin, baked snack perfectly replicates the flavorful outside of a pretzel. It’s made of non-GMO ingredients and comes in a resealable pouch.
What you should consider: They are minis, so although they have the perfect texture for dipping, it might be challenging.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Glutino Gluten-free Pretzel Variety Pack
What you need to know: Check out three different flavors with this variety pack of pretzels.
What you’ll love: This includes one 8-ounce bag of gluten-free pretzel sticks, a 5.5-ounce bag of gluten-free yogurt-covered pretzels and a 5.5-ounce bag of chocolate-covered pretzels. They have a delicious snap and a not-too-sweet taste. It is a great way to try this brand to see which flavors you like best.
What you should consider: Some buyers wanted more chocolate flavor, but these are universally enjoyed otherwise.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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The House Jan. 6 committee released testimony alleging that some Republican members of Congress sought pardons from then-President Donald Trump for their roles in trying to subvert the 2020 elections.
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DeFiChain (DFI) traded 1.5% lower against the US dollar during the 24-hour period ending at 9:00 AM E.T. on June 25th. DeFiChain has a market capitalization of $514.32 million and approximately $5.14 million worth of DeFiChain was traded on exchanges in the last day. During the last week, DeFiChain has traded up 1.3% against the US dollar. One DeFiChain coin can currently be bought for about $1.01 or 0.00004771 BTC on exchanges.
Here’s how other cryptocurrencies have performed during the last day:
- Elastos (ELA) traded 2.9% lower against the dollar and now trades at $1.62 or 0.00007684 BTC.
- MATH (MATH) traded down 22.3% against the dollar and now trades at $0.20 or 0.00000928 BTC.
- BitCanna (BCNA) traded 0.2% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.0197 or 0.00000067 BTC.
- OTOCASH (OTO) traded up 0% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0900 or 0.00000426 BTC.
- ZYX (ZYX) traded 24.9% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.0252 or 0.00000083 BTC.
- ASYAGRO (ASY) traded down 2.4% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0461 or 0.00000216 BTC.
- CoinUs (CNUS) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $0.0029 or 0.00000005 BTC.
- eXPerience Chain (XPC) traded down 0.6% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
- Props Token (PROPS) traded up 1.2% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0009 or 0.00000004 BTC.
- GoldFund (GFUN) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $0.0014 or 0.00000003 BTC.
About DeFiChain
According to CryptoCompare, “The DFI token is an integral unit of account in the DeFi blockchain. The DeFi Foundation in Singapore will issue 1.2 billion DFI over its lifetime. “
Buying and Selling DeFiChain
It is usually not possible to buy alternative cryptocurrencies such as DeFiChain directly using US dollars. Investors seeking to trade DeFiChain should first buy Bitcoin or Ethereum using an exchange that deals in US dollars such as GDAX, Coinbase or Changelly. Investors can then use their newly-acquired Bitcoin or Ethereum to buy DeFiChain using one of the aforementioned exchanges.
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Residential mortgage REITs is an asset class that attracts investors for their high yields. However, this asset class can be unpredictable as far as their payouts are concerned, and properly timing entries and exits can be tricky and unrealistic for most retail investors.
That's why I prefer to stick with well-managed equity REITs, BDCs, and MLPs for their recurring income streams that are more stable. This brings me to New Mountain Finance Corp. (NASDAQ:NMFC), and in this article, I highlight what makes this 10%+ yielding stock a good choice for income investors, so let's get started.
New Mountain Finance Corp. is an externally managed BDC that was founded amidst the Great Recession in 2008 and became publicly traded in 2011. It's externally managed by New Mountain, which is an alternative investment firm that manages private and public equity, and credit funds with $37 billion in assets under management.
NMFC carries a diverse portfolio with a fair market value of $3.27 billion, spread across defensive and growing sectors, with enterprise software, healthcare, and business services being its top 3 segments. As shown below, NMFC's remaining segments are comprised of economically essential segments such as education, net lease, and distribution.
Importantly, NMFC has maintained a rather steady NAV per share throughout its history. This is important for shareholders, as BDCs are primarily regarded as being income vehicles, with capital appreciation being a secondary priority. This can be attributed to sound underwriting policies, which has helped NMFC to see just 2.9% of total investments go on non-accrual status since its inception in 2008.
Moreover, NMFC has now fully recovered its NAV per share to above pre-pandemic levels, and NMFC's NAV plus special dividends at $14.17 sits above its $14.08 IPO price, as shown below.
The sound portfolio strategy combined with reinvested cumulative regular dividends has enabled NMFC to achieve industry leading returns, sitting well above the high yield and BDC indices, as shown below.
Meanwhile, NMFC continues with solid portfolio fundamentals, with NAV per share growing by $0.07 on a sequential QoQ basis, to $13.56 at the end of the first quarter. Importantly, NII per share of $0.30 fully covers NMFC's quarterly dividend for the same amount. It also maintains a statutory debt to equity ratio of 1.23x, sitting well below the 2.0x regulatory limit.
Portfolio credit quality appears to be improving as well, as the percentage of investments in the 'Red' category has decreased from 3% to 1%, and the investments in the highest Green category improved by 200 basis points to 89%, as shown below.
Risks to NMFC include the external management structure, which may lead to conflicts of interest. However, I'm encouraged to see that management recently agreed to reduce its base management fee to 1.25% of gross assets through the end of 2023, signaling a shareholder friendly move.
Looking forward, deal activity may slow down in the near-term. However, NMFC should benefit from rising rates, as 89% of its debt investments are floating rate, while just 48% of its loans are floating rate. This should enable NMFC to see more attractive investment spreads, as management noted during the recent conference call:
Our market has benefited from continued good credit performance, particularly in defensive industries, floating interest rates and secured debt structures. Loan-to-value ratios in many of our core industry verticals are less than 40% and in some cases under 30%. While deal flow remains materially lower than the latter half of 2021, we have seen increased activity in the large unitranche segment of the market, as equity sponsors have gravitated to the certainty and stability of direct lending versus other financing alternatives.
Yields continue to be very attractive with floating rate spreads of $5.50 to $6.75 on many new unitranche loans. While we remain mindful of the overall economic environment, we continue to have high conviction in our investment strategy of lending to stable and valuable businesses within defensive growth industries that are well researched by the New Mountain platform.
Meanwhile, at the current price of $11.70, NMFC trades at a material discount with a price to book value of 0.86x. This sits well below its trading range over the past 3 years, outside of the early pandemic timeframe. Sell side analysts have a consensus Buy rating on NMFC with an average price target of $12.50, implying a potential one-year 17% total return.
Overall, I believe New Mountain Finance is a quality BDC with a shareholder friendly management team, sound investment strategy, and attractive valuation. While deal flow activity may not be as robust in the near-term, higher investment spreads due to higher interest rates should be a strong offset. Lastly, NMFC trades at a material discount to its book value while paying an attractive 10.3% dividend yield.
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Reproductive justice is a matter of freedom. Some members of the Supreme Court, a fatally flawed institution, say it’s a matter of states’ rights.
Many argue that the central issue is one of privacy. Some feel comfortable making reproductive decisions for others. But ultimately, the ability to control what happens to your body, feel safe in your body and feel trusted to know your own body are all matters of freedom.
There is hardly any more fundamental human right than the ability to control what happens to our bodies. This is why we say: reproductive justice is central to Black liberation.
Today, the United States Supreme Court overturned decades of precedent in its decision to eliminate the constitutional right to an abortion. The decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturned the decision in its 1973 ruling in Roe v Wade which granted the right to an abortion, as well as the ruling in Planned Parenthood v. Casey, which upheld Roe in 1992.
Now is the time to start every conversation about reproductive justice and freedom by naming those who will face the hardest circumstances as basic reproductive healthcare, such as abortion, becomes more difficult and complicated to access in the United States.
Everything we know about crime and punishment in the U.S.; everything we know about the longstanding disregard for the well-being of our people; everything we know about how our systems “work”—or don’t work— tell us one thing: Black women, girls, transgender and gender non-conforming people should be at the heart our strategies going forward.
Why? Some of you might ask. Doesn’t the recent Supreme Court ruling impact everyone who could get pregnant?
Decided by the Court’s six conservative members, this decision will impact anyone who can become pregnant, their families and their communities. But, it will not affect us all in the same way. And for those who it impacts worst, it can be devastating.
The goal of the anti-choice and far-right movement made clear in the decision by Alito is twofold. First, they aim to make abortion as inaccessible as possible to as many people as possible. Second, they aim to make getting an abortion, helping someone get an abortion, or providing an abortion a crime.
History has shown us that when things become a crime, poor Black people are likely to be criminalized first and worst. That is because, throughout the history of the United States, hegemonic narratives have been used to classify Black people as inherently deviant and shiftless.
One particularly effective narrative that pathologizes Black people, published in the 1965 Moynihan Report, argued that single-parented households and the “breakdown of the nuclear family” led to a “culture of poverty” in Black communities rather than systemic unemployment and wage discrimination. The narrative of Black pathology— singling out Black people as the source of our and the country’s social problems—has old roots and persists today.
Criminalization— which is the action of turning an activity into a criminal offense by making it illegal—has long been weaponized against Black and poor communities. Any ban on accessing abortion will undoubtedly create more opportunities for criminalization and surveillance of our communities. All the data has shown us a glimpse into the future, in which wealthy white women are far less likely to be surveilled or criminalized for getting an abortion in a state where it is made illegal, but poor Black women will be.
What could this look like? The past several decades of anti-choice legislation have made it so that we don’t have to imagine that future or rely on fictional accounts to help us understand it. It is already here.
In 2017, State Representative Tony Tinderholt introduced a bill into the Texas legislature that would have made it a capital offense to have an abortion. This bill called the “Abolition of Abortion in Texas Act” granted full rights of personhood to an embryo “from the moment of fertilization.”
In it, Tinderholt removed the legal protections that the state of Texas granted pregnant people. This kind of law erases any distinction between a fetus and a child outside the womb and would allow for miscarriage or even injury to be treated as a crime. Though it did not pass through the state legislature in Texas, this bill is important – not because it’s an outlier, but because it’s a harbinger.
Legislators in Louisiana recently introduced House Bill 813. This bill would classify abortion as homicide, containing language that criminalizes fertility treatments, miscarriages, and some forms of birth control. It uses the same language as Tinderholt’s Texas bill, calling for the “abolition” of abortion and rendering it among the most heavily punished kinds of criminal offenses. The carceral roadmap is clear, and some states are already on the path.
Thirteen states (Arkansas, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming) have the terrifying but aptly named “trigger laws” that will ban abortion in the first and second trimesters when the Roe v. Wade is overturned.
These laws are part of a long and violent history in which our ability to control our bodies, our fertility, and the ability to create safe and healthy families is constantly under attack. Black women, girls, transgender and gender non-conforming people have been subjected to a long history of reproductive control rooted in the brutal legacy of enslavement. Limiting and denying access to safe, legal abortion and gender-affirming health services continues that violent and dehumanizing history.
There have been more than 1,200 women arrested across the United States based on their pregnancy outcomes—including miscarriages, stillbirths, abortions, or neonatal losses—since Roe was decided. A study that looked at hundreds of criminalizations and detentions from 1973 to 2005 showed that Black women were significantly more likely to be arrested, reported to state authorities by hospital staff, and subjected to felony charges. This is the roadmap, and more Black women, girls, transgender, and gender non-conforming people are likely to be under threat of criminalization in the wake of this Supreme Court decision.
These laws expand an already violent and racist carceral system and will be devastating for Black people. When an activity is criminalized, by necessity, the state must increase enforcement, which means more militarized police and an increased likelihood of police violence.
Black people are 2.9 times more likely to be seriously injured or die when interacting with police. We have learned time and again that to keep Black people safe in the U.S. and globally, we must reduce the size, scope, and role of police, not expand it.
Reproductive justice is fundamental to the self-determination and dignity of Black people. We deserve to decide when, where, and with whom to have a child without interference from the states.
We must also have the self-determination to take our healthcare into our own hands. We know what’s best for ourselves and our bodies, and despite what the courts may say, we know that our right to feel safe in our bodies, homes, and communities is one that we will not give up.
Any and all discriminatory barriers to our ability to get comprehensive reproductive and sexual health care must go. Removing barriers is vital but not enough. We call for full access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care for all people.
We are unequivocal: full access to abortion care is non-negotiable. This is a matter of Black sovereignty. This is a matter of freedom.
Paris Hatcher is the executive director of Black Feminist Future.
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LONDON – A defiant British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was in a stubborn standoff with his frustrated Conservative Party on Saturday, after two thumping special election defeats renewed calls for a major change of government direction.
Johnson dismissed the defeats as predictable mid-term blues, and said people expecting “some sort of psychological transformation” from him should know “that is not going to happen.”
The prime minister told the BBC said he believed “voters are heartily sick of hearing about me and the things I’m alleged to have done wrong. What they want to hear is what we’re doing for them.”
“What I want to do is to get on with changing and reforming and improving our systems and our economy,” he said.
Despite the bullish tone, this is a perilous moment for Johnson, who is due to be out of the U.K. until Thursday at a Commonwealth meeting in Rwanda, a Group of Seven leaders’ gathering in Germany and a NATO summit in Spain.
Simmering concerns about Johnson’s ethics and judgment have been brought to a boil by Conservative defeats in two special elections this week. The party lost the rural southwest England seat of Tiverton and Honiton to the centrist Liberal Democrats, and was defeated by the left-of-center Labour Party in the post-industrial northern town of Wakefield.
The results alarmed many in the party, who fear Johnson’s electoral magic — his rare ability to appeal both to affluent traditional Conservatives and working-class former Labour supporters — has been erased by ethics scandals and a cost-of-living crisis.
Conservative Party chairman Oliver Dowden quit after the election results Friday, saying the party “cannot carry on with business as usual,” and two former Conservative leaders said it was time for Johnson to go.
Michael Howard, who led the Conservatives between 2003 and 2005, said “the party, and more importantly the country, would be better off under new leadership.” William Hague, who was Tory leader from 1997 to 2001, said the results showed the party was “potentially heading towards a disaster” unless it changed its leader.
“Cabinet members need to steel themselves to do that,” he said.
Johnson led the Conservatives to a big election victory in December 2019 on a promise to “get Brexit done” after years of rancor about Britain’s decision to leave the European Union.
His government has been beset by difficult post-Brexit relations with the EU, and now by the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation, with Russia’s war in Ukraine squeezing supplies of energy and food staples at a time of soaring consumer demand while the coronavirus pandemic recedes.
Johnson’s popularity also has been eroded by months of ethics allegations, culminating in a scandal over parties held in government buildings while millions of others were banned from meeting friends and family during coronavirus lockdowns.
Johnson was one of 83 people fined by police for attending the parties, making him the first prime minister found to have broken the law while in office. A civil servant’s report on the “partygate” scandal said Johnson must bear responsibility for “failures of leadership and judgment.”
Johnson survived a no-confidence vote by his own party this month but was left weakened after 41% of Conservative lawmakers voted to remove him. Under party rules, Johnson can’t face another such vote for a year.
That could change. No-confidence votes are overseen by a powerful party committee, and Johnson opponents say they will push to alter the rules. The Conservatives have a history of ousting leaders they consider liabilities. Johnson’s predecessor, Theresa May, also won a no-confidence vote in December 2018 — but internal party pressure forced her to step down six months later. | https://www.news4jax.com/news/world/2022/06/25/defiant-johnson-says-he-wont-change-despite-election-woes/ | 2022-06-25T13:57:56Z | https://www.news4jax.com/news/world/2022/06/25/defiant-johnson-says-he-wont-change-despite-election-woes/ | false | 35 |
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (NewsNation) — Is one way to reduce crime to focus on places rather than people?
That’s a bet the Kansas City Police Department placed in 2019 when it ramped up an approach known as risk-based policing.
Instead of relying only on arrests and enforcement to lower crime, police identify the places that attract crime: from boarded-up buildings to broken street lamps. Then, they work with community groups to fix them up.
For example, in Kansas City a bus stop at a particular intersection was attracting drug sales and loitering. So the police called the local transportation authority and had the bus stop moved.
“I think within a week, maybe not even that, that immediately cut down on the loitering and foot traffic,” Capt. Jonas Baughman told the local press.
Local business leaders were impressed by the improvements they began to see in the community. The Kansas City Chamber of Commerce sits close to one area where the police were implementing risk-based policing.
“Sitting up on our front offices with the big windows that watch the avenue, we see different things today,” the organization’s president Bobbi Baker-Hughes said in 2020, after the program had been in place a year.
The city had been testing this approach since 2010. But it decided to expand risk-based policing following frustration with its chronic crime problem, Baughman said in an interview.
He said then-Police Chief Rick Smith told him: “Hey, we need to do something different.”
The results exceeded expectations.
A study that analyzed the results of Kansas City’s program between March 2019 and March 2020 found that violent crimes were reduced on average around 22 percent in the areas where it was active. Not only did violent crime go down, but so did routine stops, including citing drivers for running four-way stops and pulling over people who look suspicious.
Overall, proactive enforcement activity — where police were affirmatively going out and making these stops and similar interventions — dropped by around 60 percent in these areas.
“We were hoping to see some decreases, but that was staggering,” Baughman said.
Mapping out risk AND THEN ADDRESSING IT
Traditional policing involves reacting to incidents of crime or where it occurs. Risk-based policing, on the other hand, seeks to anticipate crime before it happens.
Police look at places that have the potential to attract crime — convenience stores or bus stops, for instance — and see which ones match up with actual crime data. This helps them figure out what a community’s risk factors are. They then map out those risk factors. Wherever they’re most concentrated, that’s where police know they have to focus on bettering the community.
The mapping approach, called risk-terrain modeling, was pioneered by Rutgers University criminologist and former police officer Joel Caplan. He has worked with numerous police departments across the country, including the Kansas City police.
Caplan said this approach changes the conversation “from where the problem is and who’s doing it to what is it about these places that can be made safer?”
In Kansas City, that meant looking at places like abandoned buildings, liquor stores or pawn shops, Baughman said.
“Things of that sort, but really anything that you think could have a nexus to crime,” Baughman said. “As long as you can put it on a map, we can analyze it.”
Police then worked to make those places safer by working with community groups and other departments in addressing the conditions that invite crime.
Baughman offered the example of a vacant building that has been identified as a risk factor. Police could then call the local neighborhood preservation office and have the building boarded up.
“We’re just kind of being the eyes and ears for other responsible parties,” he said.
Other possible responses might include making sure functional street lights are installed in a risky area or security cameras are present. What’s key is getting buy-in from community partners who end up doing much of the work when it comes to ameliorating environmental risks.
“Police cannot shoulder the entire burden of public safety, nor should they, in my opinion. … You have to have everyone on board,” Baughman noted.
He conceded that risk-based policing isn’t a silver bullet and can’t replace every other criminal justice strategy, including reactive ones based on arresting and rehabilitating offenders.
“You can’t put all your eggs in just place-based approaches. … It takes a person to commit crime,” Baughman said.
Kansas City put its risk-based policing program on pause following the onset of the pandemic and the protests and riots following the death of George Floyd in the summer of 2020. They began ramping the program back up in 2021 but haven’t released any detailed information about whether it has been able to replicate the success it found between 2019 and 2020.
For Caplan, the academic whose work has inspired municipalities from Colorado Springs to Atlantic City to experiment with risk-based policing, the most important thing is being open to trying a new approach.
“Right now we often say, what are the trends, what are the numbers, and where is it happening?” he said. “And then we pounce on those places and then we … do what we’re most trained to do, or what we’re comfortable or used to doing, and that is assuming everyone located there is part of the problem. And that’s not an effective approach.” | https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/police-are-fighting-crime-by-looking-at-buildings-not-criminals/ | 2022-06-25T14:01:52Z | https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/police-are-fighting-crime-by-looking-at-buildings-not-criminals/ | true | 2 |
Five years ago, when Indian creative directors came home from the Oscars of advertising, they had a bag full of inspiration on how to crack the digital code. Cut to 2022. They are returning with a suitcase full of Lions for their cutting-edge tech-driven work.
Dentsu Webchutney created history by winning three Grands Prix in a single year at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity for Vice Media’s campaign ‘The Unfiltered History Tour’. The agency also grabbed a much-coveted Titanium Lion, a category that celebrates game-changing work. The campaign has also become India's highest-ever awarded work in Cannes Lions' history.
Dentsu Creative India also won the prestigious Agency of the Year title.
Storyboard18 asked Ajay Gahlaut, group chief creative officer, Dentsu Creative, what makes ‘The Unfiltered History Tour’ a winning campaign. He believes the way the campaign has used creativity and tech to question history has got people interested. Also, its subversive nature has added to its appeal. “The fact that one is bypassing the ‘official’ narrative of the British Museum and accessing an alternate view through technology is very exciting. The campaign has started a conversation all over the world about the evils of colonisation,” he added.
On winning the Agency of the Year he said it's "an emotion I cannot even begin to describe. When I used to watch other agencies win the title I often wondered if I ever would get that same honour". He added, "Not just me I think no one in the entire Indian ad industry has been part of such a huge haul of Lions ever before... I doff my hat to the entire team responsible for the Unfiltered History Tours. Those who are with us now and those who have moved on. Congratulations all.”
What is the Unfiltered History Tour?
The campaign is a guided tour for visitors at the British Museum, which houses some of the world’s most disputed artefacts. Through The Unfiltered Tour, visitors to the museum could scan the artefacts using Instagram filters and unlock an augmented reality (AR) experience that visually teleports the objects back to their homeland. Taking this further, The Unfiltered History Tour also extends into a 10-part podcast series featuring experts from the countries where the artefact was taken from and not from where it’s currently housed. This was done to provide a broader education on the artefacts, as well as the history and ongoing impact of colonialism.
The germ of the campaign idea came up during a casual conversation between the agency’s former chief creative officer PG Aditiya and former CEO Gautam Reghunath. The campaign took about 18 months to come together. Once the campaign took off, Aditiya, Reghunath, and a few others who worked on it, quit to set up a new creative hot shop called Talented.
Credit culture took the spotlight
Dentsu Webchutney has been entering the campaign for awards and has been bringing shiny metals home from across the globe. Every time a few trophies are added to the agency’s shelves, they tag Aditiya, Reghunath, and a few others on social posts giving them due credit and respect. So much so that Gurbaksh Singh, chief innovation officer, Dentsu Creative India, couriered a replica of the Grand Prix trophy to Reghunath before he flew to Cannes and asked him to unbox it when they win. Singh had a gut feeling that the campaign will win big.
The team spirit of Dentsu Webchutney and Talented is setting the right example for the ad industry. It says a lot about how the Indian creative community is becoming more mature when it comes to sharing credit.
When creativity meets data and business transformation
Ogilvy India and Wavemaker made history too by winning a Titanium Lion. The agency got it for its Cadbury Celebrations’ ‘Shah Rukh Khan - My Ad’. In 2020, as a part of the brand’s ‘Iss Diwali Aap #KiseKhushKarenge?’ campaign, Mondelez India’s ‘Not Just A Cadbury Ad’ leveraged artificial intelligence to create hyper-personalised spots for local businesses in around 260 pin codes. It married creativity and tech with a purpose: to promote local businesses at a time when they were worst hit by the pandemic and lockdowns. The campaign tied in with Cadbury's global brand positioning centred on genuine acts of kindness and generosity.
In 2021, in addition to the hyper-personalised brand films that reached the end consumers, local retailers got a chance to make a version of these ads for their stores, using the AI-powered technology developed by Rephrase.ai. Small businesses that are pinned on Google maps could share their custom-made ad featuring Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan through WhatsApp. In these ads, Khan was seen nudging consumers to shop from various local stores. Wavemaker India was the media agency behind the campaign.
The agency also won Gold Lions in categories like Creative Data and Direct.
The other Grand Prix winner
The other Grand Prix this year went to VMLY&R India's 'The Killer Pack' campaign for Maxx Flash in the Health & Wellness Lions. In India, garbage collection points act as major breeding grounds for diseases like dengue and malaria, while mosquito repellent coils are only used to fight mosquitoes inside homes, Maxx Flash decided to change that practice. The mosquito repellent brand introduced The Killer Pack, a 100% biodegradable, innovative packaging lined with 5% Active Probiotic Bacillus thuringiensis, which kills mosquito larvae when disposed of in garbage dumps, dustbins, and stagnant water, helping to break the vicious cycle.
The campaign also won Lions in categories like Creative Commerce and Creative Business Transformation. The agency’s campaign ‘Smart Fill’ for Unilever picked up a Silver Lion in the Sustainable Development Goals category.
These campaigns indicate that at the core of technology-driven work is creativity and data that pushes the envelope and powers marketing strategies.
Purpose-driven narratives win big and a Grand Prix
Historically, India is known for winning big advertising awards for campaigns that are purpose-led. This year too a bunch of purposeful campaigns roared at Cannes Lions.
Leo Burnett India’s campaign ‘The Missing Chapter’ for P&G India’s Whisper got India’s first Grand Prix for Sustainable Development Goals Lions. It’s a category that celebrates creative problem solving, solutions, or other initiatives that harness creativity and seek to positively impact the world.
Leo Burnett India’s film titled ‘The Missing Chapter’ is a part of the brand’s #KeepGirlsInSchool movement. It was designed to illustrate how a girl’s lack of period education contributes to her missing school days, a situation exacerbated by the glaring absence of period education in Indian textbooks. The same campaign won a Silver Lion in the category Health & Wellness.
Dheeraj Sinha, CEO Leo Burnett, South Asia & Chairman BBH India, tells Storyboard18 that what makes this an award-winning campaign "is perhaps both that fact that it balances creativity and purpose while also helping the brand scale up and meet its business objectives. It is an impactful campaign that makes a real difference to both consumers and the business itself."
He further indicated, "one of the biggest problems holding girls back is a lack of period education. 23 million girls fall out of the education system because they don’t understand what’s happening to them. The missing chapter is another initiative towards keeping girls in school. It's real in its impact."
Rajdeepak Das, CEO and chief creative officer, South Asia, Leo Burnett, tells us that the campaign also took a granular approach. "We decided that if the girls don’t have access to the chapter on period education, we will take the chapter to them. Thus evolved the idea of using one of India’s oldest communication forms – ‘wall-art’ to spread period education by taking this chapter to India’s smallest towns and villages," he explains.
After identifying 28 art styles specific to the geography of each state, the agency worked with local artists to create custom hand-drawn paintings centred around ‘The Missing Chapter’ on periods. Hyper-localized in 28 different languages, slogans with catchy lines were crafted to bust period myths along with a 3-step visual aid on how to use a pad. These paintings have been put up on school and village walls – a place no girl can miss seeing these.
Indian Lions roar on the global stage
FCB India is the other Indian agency that got home Lions. FCB India and Kinnect a bunch of Lions for SOS Children’s Village India’s ‘Chatpat’ campaign. In the Film category, which was announced on the last day at Cannes Lions, the campaign got a Silver and Bronze Lion each. DDB Mudra’s ‘Machine-Gun Mouth’ spot for Battle Battlegrounds Mobile India promoted responsible gaming. Made by Early Man Films this ad picked a Bronze Film Lion.
VMLY&R India’s campaign ‘Adeli’ done for Unipads was India’s only winner in Glass Lions. The agency picked up a Bronze Lion.
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While one team is in the UK gearing up for the Test team against England, another set of players will be facing Ireland in the first fixture of the two-match T20I series.
READ | Ireland skipper Andrew Balbirine hails Team India ahead of T20 series
The Indian team, under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, will be looking to continue their winning momentum. The key players for them will be Ishan Kishan, skipper Hardik Pandya and also Dinesh Karthik.
Talking about the host nation, Ireland, on the other hand, played well in the T20 World Cup qualifier. They even won the ODI series against West Indies. Players like Andy McBrine and Andy Balbirnie will need to step up for the team with their experience.
Dream11 Prediction – India vs Ireland – 1st T20I in Dublin
IND vs IRE Dream11 Team: Fantasy cricket predictions and tips for India vs Ireland
India vs Ireland My Dream11 Team
Wicketkeeper: Dinesh Karthik
Batters: Ishan Kishan, Paul Stirling, Andy Balbirnie, Suryakumar Yadav
All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mark Adair
IND vs IRE Probable Playing XIs
India: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Sanju Samson/Deepak Hooda, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Hardik Pandya (c), Axar Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh
Ireland: Paul Stirling, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Gareth Delany, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, George Dockrell, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little, Curtis Campher
India vs Ireland My Dream11 Playing XI
Dinesh Karthik, Ishan Kishan (C), Paul Stirling, Andy Balbirnie, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine (VC), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mark Adair
India vs Ireland Match Details
The match begins at 09:00 PM IST and will take place at Castle Avenue, Dublin on Sunday, June 26. The match will be aired live on Sony Network in India. Fans can live stream the match on the SonyLiv app.
Squads
India: Hardik Pandya (c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (vc), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Sanju Samson, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Venkatesh Iyer, Axar Patel, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Avesh Khan, Harshal Patel, Umran Malik, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravi Bishnoi.
Ireland: Andrew Balbirnie (c), Harry Tector, Gareth Delany, Paul Stirling, Curtis Campher, Stephen Doheny, Lorcan Tucker, Mark Adair, George Dockrell, Joshua Little, Andy McBrine, Barry McCarthy, Conor Olphert, Craig Young. | https://www.dnaindia.com/cricket/report-ind-vs-ire-1st-t20i-dream11-prediction-best-picks-for-india-vs-ireland-match-in-dublin-sonyliv-2963437 | 2022-06-25T14:03:47Z | https://www.dnaindia.com/cricket/report-ind-vs-ire-1st-t20i-dream11-prediction-best-picks-for-india-vs-ireland-match-in-dublin-sonyliv-2963437 | false | 1 |
Rising food costs. Soaring fuel bills. Wages that are not keeping pace. Inflation is plundering people's wallets, sparking a wave of protests and workers’ strikes around the world.
This week alone saw protests by the political opposition in Pakistan, nurses in Zimbabwe, unionized workers in Belgium, railway workers in Britain, Indigenous people in Ecuador, hundreds of U.S. pilots and some European airline workers. Sri Lanka’s prime minister declared an economic collapse Wednesday after weeks of political turmoil.
Economists say Russia’s war in Ukraine amplified inflation by further pushing up the cost of energy and prices of fertilizer, grains and cooking oils as farmers struggle to grow and export crops in one of the world's key agricultural regions.
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As prices rise, inflation threatens to exacerbate inequalities and widen the gap between billions of people struggling to cover their costs and those who are able to keep spending.
“We are not all in this together,” said Matt Grainger, head of inequality policy at antipoverty organization Oxfam. “How many of the richest even know what a loaf of bread costs? They don't really, they just absorb the prices."
Oxfam is calling on the Group of 7 leading industrialized nations, which are holding their annual summit this weekend in Germany, to provide debt relief to developing economies and to tax corporations on excess profits.
“This isn't just a standalone crisis. It's coming off the back of an appalling pandemic that fueled increased inequality worldwide,” Grainger said. “I think we will see more and more protests.”
The demonstrations have caught the attention of governments, which have responded to soaring consumer prices with support measures like expanded subsidies for utility bills and cuts to fuel taxes. Often, that offers little relief because energy markets are volatile. Central banks are trying to ease inflation by raising interest rates.
Meanwhile, striking workers have pressured employers to engage in talks on raising wages to keep up with rising prices.
Eddie Dempsey, a senior official with Britain’s Rail, Maritime and Transport Union, which brought U.K. train services to a near standstill with strikes this week, said there are going to be more demands for pay increases across other sectors.
“It’s about time Britain had a pay rise. Wages have been falling for 30 years and corporate profits have been going through the roof,” Dempsey said.
Last week, thousands of truckers in South Korea ended an eight-day strike that caused shipment delays as they called for minimum wage guarantees amid soaring fuel prices. Months earlier, some 10,000 kilometers (6,200 miles) away, truckers in Spain went on strike to protest fuel prices.
Peru's government imposed a brief curfew after protests against fuel and food prices turned violent in April. Truckers and other transport workers also had gone on strike and blocked key highways.
Protests over the cost of living ousted Sri Lanka's prime minister last month. Middle-class families say they're forced to skip meals because of the island nation's economic crisis, prompting them to contemplate leaving the country altogether.
The situation is particularly dire for refugees and the poor in conflict areas such as Afghanistan, Yemen, Myanmar and Haiti, where fighting has forced people to flee their homes and rely on aid organizations, themselves struggling to raise money.
“How much for my kidney?” is the question most asked of one of Kenya’s largest hospitals. Kenyatta National Hospital reminded people on Facebook this week that selling human organs is illegal.
For the middle class in Europe, it's become more expensive to commute to work and put food on the table.
“Increase our salaries. Now!" chanted thousands of unionized workers in Brussels this week.
“I came here to defend the purchasing power of citizens because demonstrating is the only way to make change," protester Genevieve Cordier said. “We cannot cope anymore. Even with two salaries ... both of us are working, and we cannot get our head above water.”
In some countries, a combination of government corruption and mismanagement underpin the economic turmoil, particularly in politically gridlocked countries like Lebanon and Iraq.
The protests reflect a sense of growing financial insecurity. Here's how that has played out in Africa:
— Health care professionals in Zimbabwe went on strike this week after rejecting the government’s offer of a 100% pay rise. The nurses say the offer does not come close to skyrocketing inflation of 130%.
— Kenyans have protested in the streets and online as the price of food jumped by 12% in the past year.
— One of Tunisia's most powerful labor unions staged a nationwide public sector strike last week. The North African country faces a deteriorating economic crisis.
— Hundreds of activists this month protested the rising cost of living in Burkina Faso. The U.N. World Food Program says the price of corn and millet has shot up more than 60% since last year, reaching as high as 122% in some provinces.
“As far as this cost of living that keeps increasing is concerned, we realized that the authorities have betrayed the people," said Issaka Porgo, president of the civil society coalition behind the protest in the west African country.
Protesters condemn the military junta, which ousted the democratically elected president in January, for giving themselves a pay raise while the population faces rising prices.
The International Monetary Fund says inflation will average about 6% in advanced economies and nearly 9% in emerging and developing economies this year. Global economic growth is projected to slow by 40%, to 3.6%, this year and next. The IMF is calling on governments to focus support packages to those most in need to avoid triggering a recession.
The slowdown comes as the COVID-19 pandemic is still gripping industries worldwide, from manufacturing to tourism. Climate change and drought are hitting agricultural production in some countries, prompting export bans that push up food prices even further.
Rising food prices are particularly painful in low-income countries, where 42% of household incomes are spent on food, said Peter Ceretti, an analyst tracking food security at risk advisory firm Eurasia Group.
“We will see more protests, probably broader and angrier, but I do not expect destabilizing or regime-changing protests,” he said, as producers adjust and governments approve subsidies.
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Associated Press writers Jill Lawless in London; Sam Mednick in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso; Cara Anna in Nairobi, Kenya; and Mark Carlson in Brussels, Belgium, contributed to this report. | https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/national-international/inflation-sparks-global-wave-of-protests-for-higher-pay-aid/2792195/ | 2022-06-25T14:06:24Z | https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/national-international/inflation-sparks-global-wave-of-protests-for-higher-pay-aid/2792195/ | true | 29 |
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson vowed on Saturday to lead his Conservative party into the next national election, which could be more than two years away, despite two bruising by-election defeats that have led to renewed calls for him to quit.
Earlier this month, Johnson survived a vote of confidence by Conservative lawmakers, though 41% of his parliamentary colleagues voted to oust him, and he is under investigation by a committee over whether he intentionally misled parliament.
On Friday, Conservative candidates lost two elections to the House of Commons held to replace former Conservative incumbents who had to step down, one after being convicted of sexual assault and the other for watching pornography in parliament.
The election defeats suggest the broad voter appeal which helped Johnson win the 2019 election may be fracturing after a scandal over illegal parties held at Downing Street during coronavirus lockdowns.
Fears that Johnson could have become an electoral liability may prompt lawmakers to move against him, at a time when millions of Britons are struggling with rising food and fuel prices.
However, Johnson said he did not expect to face another internal challenge from within his party.
When asked on the final day of a trip to Rwanda for a Commonwealth summit if he would fight another confidence vote, Johnson told reporters: "What? We just had one of those things and I’m very happy to have got a bigger mandate from my parliamentary party than I got in 2019."
Asked if he felt the question of his leadership was settled, the prime minister said: "Yes".
Under existing party rules, Johnson’s leadership cannot be formally challenged again for another year.
Asked if he would lead the Conservatives into the next election, which is due no later than December 2024, Johnson said: "Will I win? Yes."
Johnson blamed the by-election defeats partly on months of media reporting of lockdown parties at the heart of government.
"I think that actually people were fed up of hearing about things I had stuffed up, or allegedly stuffed up, or whatever, this endless, completely legitimate, but endless churn of news," he said.
Earlier on Saturday, Johnson told BBC radio he rejected the notion that he should change his behaviour.
"If you’re saying you want me to undergo some sort of psychological transformation, I think that our listeners would know that that … is not going to happen."
PARTY TROUBLE
Johnson’s explanation for the defeat may do little to ease frustration in the Conservative Party.
A wave of resignations by senior ministers might force Johnson out before the next national election. The party’s chairman, Oliver Dowden, quit after the by-election defeats.
Former Conservative leaders Michael Howard and William Hague are the latest senior party figures to call for Johnson to go.
Asked what his message was for Conservative lawmakers who fear they could lose their seats at the next election, Johnson said: "We have to focus on the things that matter to voters, get it right on the cost of living, the economy."
Johnson refused to comment on a report in The Times newspaper that he had planned to get a donor to fund a 150,000-pound ($184,000) treehouse for his son at his state-provided country residence.
The story comes months after his party was fined for failing to accurately report a donation which helped fund the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment.
"I’m not going to comment on non-existent objects," Johnson said when asked if he planned to use a donor’s money to build the treehouse.
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Ever since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the HR industry has been witnessing a paradigm shift unlike any before. From tectonic technological transformations to radical work arrangement shifts to an ever-changing labour market, the HR industry has undergone a sea change. Emerging from the throes of last quarter’s hiring freezes, furloughs and firing, the industry is set to witness hiring optimism not seen since the start of the pandemic.
According to the ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, the hiring outlook for the third-quarter of 2022 is projected to hit an 8-year high amidst 16-year high talent shortages. As organisations hurry to chronicle post-pandemic recovery, industries apart from IT are exhibiting strong hiring intent. Following the IT and technology sectors, banking, finance, insurance and real estate are hoping to clock in a great hiring bounce back. The hiring prospects in India shine the brightest at 51 per cent, preceded only by Mexico and Brazil.
The great hiring recovery
As the ‘great resignation’ paves the way for great hiring, countries and industries across the globe commence their post-pandemic recovery. Despite the hiring hiccups witnessed in the previous quarter, such as hiring freezes, furloughs and layoffs, the HR industry is preparing for hiring surges. According to the ManpowerGroup survey, 63 per cent of 3,080 employers intend to hire more in the coming quarter, 24 per cent are expected to keep workforce levels steady and only 12 per cent will witness a decrease in hiring intent. Consequently, the difference between organisations looking to hire and those expecting a downfall in hiring stands at 51 per cent.
Impact on the Indian job market
As India braces to overcome the pandemic woes, the country’s thriving IT industry will provide a springboard for economic recovery. Accompanying the IT sector, technology, telecommunications, media, restaurants and hotels, education and healthcare are also set to intensify their hiring. Along with strengthened hiring, employers in these industries are also expected to register payroll gains. With the allocation of Rs 283.5 crores for the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SIFS), the Indian startup ecosystem will also roll out a slew of employment opportunities for the youth.
Trends driving the transformation
Although the trends driving this transformation in the HR industry are not new, they have developed a newfound urgency. The case for AI job displacement remains strong but is likely to be offset by the 97 million new roles slated to emerge, according to the World Economic Forum. With massive tech advancements, new job roles and skills are constantly being created, leading to an increased need for hiring and upskilling. Due to pandemic-accelerated digitalisation, 1 in 5 organisations are struggling to find skilled tech talent, leading to a global talent shortage.
The global talent shortage deterrent
The highest global talent shortage seen in 16 years is suppressing the never-before-seen hiring optimism. The massive tech advancement is creating new roles and skills each day but also shrinking the eligible talent pool. According to the survey, every three in four employers report difficulty finding the talent they require in 2022. This difficulty in filling open roles is further exacerbated by shifting demographics such as shrinking birth rates and early retirements. As talent gets scarcer, countries such as Taiwan, Portugal, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and India are experiencing the greatest impacts.
Roles and skills in most demand
The most sought-after professions coveted by employers globally are IT and data, sales and marketing, operations and logistics, manufacturing and production and customer-facing and front office. Organisations that hold the most in-demand talent will also hold the future. While digital roles and skills become more relevant each day for organisations globally, human skills are once again transcending them. The most wanted soft skills are reliability and self-discipline, resilience and adaptability, reasoning and problem-solving, creativity and originality and creative thinking and analysis.
As the world recovers from the pandemic, industries and organisations are collectively scaling up, unleashing disruptive ideas and striking fruitful collaborations across the globe. This is the time for the HR industry to reshape a better and brighter future of work characterised by skilled and diverse employees and wellbeing-oriented employers.
— Authored by Yogita Tulsiani, MD & Co-founder, iXceed Solutions (Global Tech-Recruiter Provider)
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Sell or stay put? Where more Victorians are trading places
When John and Yuko Peavey bought their second home in Ferntree Gully a few months ago, the decision to upgrade was much quicker than expected.
Both in their 30s, the couple had only bought their first property – a unit in the same street – a couple of years earlier. But when the opportunity to buy a house next door arose, they jumped at the chance for more space for their two dogs and future family in their preferred suburb.
“We didn’t expect to be selling any time soon, but when the place next door came up for sale, sometimes the opportunity is there so you just have to take it,” John said.
“We did notice over the last couple of years, when things were going nuts [in the property market] it was a lot quieter here.”
Melbourne’s outer east region, which includes Ferntree Gully, has seen the lowest percentage of homes sell in the 12 months to May, according to new Domain data.
Just 5.19 per cent of the total properties in the area sold during that time, as homeowners hung on to homes in sought-after suburbs close to the Dandenong Ranges.
The north-east, Shepparton and south-east regions also saw lower numbers of their overall properties selling, just above 5 per cent, compared to the national average of 7 per cent.
Other areas of Victoria saw greater numbers of homes hit the market, with Latrobe-Gippsland registering 8.27 per cent of properties turning over to new owners, the Mornington Peninsula 8.14 per cent, and Geelong 7.45 per cent. Areas with greater levels of new development, such as those in Geelong, could also account for higher rates of sales.
Domain chief of research and economics Dr Nicola Powell said homeowners in areas like the outer east seemed to be sticking to their local and leafy suburbs rather than selling up, especially during COVID-19.
“It seems that these areas, that are close to nature and further from the city, are highly desirable, so people want to move there long-term and they don’t want to sell,” Powell said.
On the flip side, those who did sell in regions with higher transaction volumes cashed in on the huge price growth of 2021.
“Extreme rates of property price growth have been the carrot for investors to flip their houses, or for vendors to offload houses to cash in,” Powell said.
Latrobe-Gippsland’s house prices soared 25.8 per cent to a median $560,000 over the year to March, while the Mornington Peninsula’s house prices also jumped 14.7 per cent to a $975,000 median, and Geelong’s spiked 18 per cent to $820,000, according to Domain numbers.
Marshall White Mornington Peninsula director Adrian Calcedo said agents had been kept busy over the past year as buyers, different from those who had moved to the area in previous years, moved further away from the city.
But rising interest rates were now hitting the area’s once red-hot market.
“We’ve definitely seen signs the market is slowing down, really flowing on from what’s happening in the inner city,” Calcedo said. “The market can’t keep running at 151 miles per hour.”
However, he said sellers were still keen to list their homes, hoping to get a good price even though the peak had passed.
Ray White Ferntree Gully agent and auctioneer Rene Mawad said opportunities for development close to the Dandenong Ranges were limited, meaning there were a finite number of properties that could sell in the area.
Mawad, who also sells in Boronia, Bayswater, Caulfield North and Lysterfield, said Ferntree Gully always had a lot of interested buyers, even as the once booming market slows.
“It’s my favourite place to have a listing because there’s always a high number of buyers,” Mawad said. “Even now you can have nine or 10 buyers on a property.
“It’s really the last flat suburb before the foothills of the Dandenongs, so it is really popular for people wanting that lifestyle.”
John and Yuko Peavey say they are staying for the long term and have now listed their unit for sale after upgrading to their second home.
“We’re getting to know the community,” John said. “Taking the dogs for a walk can take an extra 30 or 45 minutes because of the people we meet along the way. It’s just a really nice place to live.”
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Magic moment to farewell PNG legend
In his last Test for Papua New Guinea, David Mead grabbed the try that all-but-sealed victory.
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In his last Test for Papua New Guinea, David Mead grabbed the try that all-but-sealed victory.
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A mental health service for young people in South Lanarkshire has won the National Youth Work Award in Health & Well-Being 2022.
GOTO, developed by Lanarkshire charities Regenfx and Liber8, is the first service of its kind in Scotland, bringing together qualified youth workers trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and dedicated counsellors to provide intensive support and wraparound packages for young people who are struggling with their mental health.
"This award means a lot to everyone involved in taking the original risk to do mental health support services differently for young people. Using a combination of youth work and supportive counselling under one project, we have discovered faster ways to support young people and prevent the escalation of poor mental health,” said Wendy McInally, Regenfx Youth Trust manager.
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Wendy added: "Some young people require more than the usual mental health services; they require motivation and opportunity to re-engage socially, as well as opportunities to gain confidence in real-life situations allowing them to thrive in the time, space, and places that suit them. GOTO offers all of this to it’s participants.
"The dedication of the staff team, volunteers, and the young people is the very essence of GOTO's success and being recognised with a National Award is another reason for them all to be proud of themselves.
Liber8, based in Blantyre, is a charity that provides a wide range of counselling services to adults and young people in Lanarkshire, whilst the Regenfx Youth Trust aims to identify, design and deliver new and innovative solutions to ease youth poverty, it's associated anti-social behaviour and provide youth diversion activities within the regeneration areas of South Lanarkshire.
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By Kuba Stezycki and Joanna Plucinska
WARSAW (Reuters) -Thousands of Poles and Ukrainians are walking for peace and demanding an end to discrimination against the LGBT+ community on Saturday, in a joint Pride march in Warsaw that organisers say aims to defend freedom and equality as war casts a shadow over eastern Europe.
The annual Pride march in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv was cancelled due to Russia's invasion, leading the LGBT+ community in Warsaw to team up with their counterparts in Ukraine to organise the event in the Polish capital.
"Russia denied us the right that we were fighting for for years, Russia denied us the Pride, our march of equality that we are holding every year since 2012 in Kyiv. ... That is why we are marching in Warsaw," said Lenny Emson, executive director of KyivPride, who came to Poland for the march.
Conservative attitudes towards sexual orientation are widespread in both countries. Poland's ruling nationalists have made battling what they call "LGBT ideology" a key plank of election campaigns, while in Ukraine far-right groups regularly targeted LGBT+ campaigners and events before the war.
But with many LGBT+ people in Ukraine signing up to fight for their country, activists have said they hope the war can help to erode prejudice.
"People who are ready to die to defend this country, I think they have the right to be equal, to have for example civil unions," said Temur Levchuk, an LGBT+ activist in Kyiv. He was unable to attend the Warsaw march due to a law preventing Ukrainian men aged 18-60 from leaving the country.
Moscow began what it calls its "special military operation" on Feb. 24, saying it wanted to ensure security at its borders. Kyiv and the West say President Vladimir Putin launched an unprovoked invasion.
For some LGBT+ Ukrainians, the fact that Putin has curtailed the rights of their community in Russia gave them more reason to fight.
Olena Mykal, a 29-year old marketing manager at an IT company from Kiev, who fled Ukraine in March, said marching in Warsaw was an act of solidarity with the LGBT+ community in their home country."I'm here because I can't go to the parade in Ukraine. We're all people regardless of who we love." Mykal told Reuters minutes before the march started.
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Dubai: The Consulate General of Afghanistan in Dubai held special prayers on Friday and Saturday for the victims and survivors of the deadly earthquake that hit Afghanistan early Wednesday, killing more than 1,500 people and injuring 2,000 more in one of the deadliest tremors that struck the country in decades.
The memorial services at the consulate were attended by Afghan community members including students.
Afghan Consul General Masood Ahmad Azizi also urged the investors and businessmen to help the survivors of the earthquake. Azizi also thanked the UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and people of the UAE for providing food, medical equipment, medical team and a regional hospital to alleviate the effects of the earthquake in Afghanistan.
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On Friday, the UAE dispatched a plane carrying 30 tonnes of urgent food supplies to Afghanistan to alleviate the impact of the devastating earthquake that recently struck the southeastern part of the country.
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Ex-Minneapolis officer who killed 911 caller to be released
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The former Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot an unarmed woman who called 911 to report a possible sexual assault in the alley behind her home is scheduled to be released from prison next week, months after his murder conviction was overturned and he was resentenced on a lesser charge.
Mohamed Noor, 36, is scheduled to be released from custody Monday, 18 days shy of the fifth anniversary of the July 15, 2017, fatal shooting of Justine Ruszczyk Damond, a 40-year-old dual U.S.-Australian citizen and yoga teacher who was engaged to be married.
Noor was initially convicted of third-degree murder and manslaughter, but last year the Minnesota Supreme Court tossed out his murder conviction and 12 1/2-year sentence, saying the murder charge didn’t apply to the circumstances of this case. He was resentenced to four years and nine months on the manslaughter charge.
In Minnesota, it’s presumed that a defendant with good behavior will serve two-thirds of a sentence in prison and the rest on supervised release, commonly known as parole. The DOC’s website says Noor will be on supervised release until Jan. 24, 2024.
Damond’s father, John Ruszczyk, said Friday that the family was disappointed that Noor’s third-degree murder conviction was overturned.
“His release after a trivial sentence shows great disrespect to the wishes of the jury who represented the communities of Minneapolis and their wish to make a statement about the communities’ expectations of police behavior and actions,” Ruszczyk wrote in response to emailed questions from The Associated Press.
Damond’s stepmother, Maryan Heffernan, said in a phone interview that the timing of Noor’s release — so close to the anniversary of Damond’s death — is painful.
“We’re very disappointed. But we’re not surprised. We’ve been watching events in Minneapolis from miles away and we’re still bewildered about the charge being dropped and we’re still bewildered about the culture of the Minneapolis Police Department,” Heffernan said, adding that she believes Noor was the product of a “very dysfunctional department.”
After his conviction, Noor began serving his time at Minnesota’s maximum-security prison in Oak Park Heights, but the Star Tribune reported he was transferred to a facility in North Dakota in July 2019 for his own safety. Department of Corrections spokesman Nicholas Kimball said Noor is still out of state, but did not specify where.
“For safety reasons, we aren’t able to provide more detail than what is available on the public website, which is the scheduled date of release,” Kimball said.
It wasn’t clear whether Noor would return to Minnesota. His attorney, Tom Plunkett, declined to comment, saying, “at this point I just want to respect Mr. Noor’s privacy.”
Damond’s killing angered citizens in the U.S. and Australia, and led to the resignation of Minneapolis’ police chief. It also led the department to change its policy on body cameras; Noor and his partner didn’t have theirs activated when they were investigating Damond’s 911 call.
Noor testified at his 2019 trial that he and his partner were driving slowly in an alley when a loud bang on their police SUV made him fear for their lives. He said he saw a woman appear at the partner’s driver’s side window and raise her right arm before he fired a shot from the passenger seat to stop what he thought was a threat.
Damond was a meditation teacher and life coach who was killed about a month before her wedding. Her maiden name was Justine Ruszczyk, and though she was not yet married, she had already been using her fiance’s last name.
Her fiance, Don Damond, declined to comment on Noor’s upcoming release, but said during Noor’s resentencing that he had forgiven the former officer, and that he had no doubt Justine also would have forgiven him “for your inability in managing your emotions that night.”
Noor, who is Somali American, was believed to be the first Minnesota officer convicted of murder for an on-duty shooting. Activists who had long called for officers to be held accountable for the deadly use of force applauded the murder conviction.
Since Noor’s conviction, former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, was convicted of murder in the May 2020 killing of George Floyd, a Black man who was pinned to the pavement under Chauvin’s knee. Chauvin’s colleague, Thomas Lane, pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting manslaughter, while two other officers are awaiting trial on charges of aiding and abetting both murder and manslaughter. All four have been convicted on federal charges of violating Floyd’s rights.
In another case, former Brooklyn Center Officer Kim Potter was convicted of manslaughter after she said she mistook her Taser for her handgun when she fatally shot Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist, during a traffic stop last year.
John Ruszczyk said in his email to the AP that his family believes state investigators and the Minneapolis Police Department did not fully cooperate with the investigation into his daughter’s killing and he was disturbed by the agency’s culture.
He said he believes the department accepts using violence as a way to control challenging situations, which he said contributed to her death. He cited a recent report from the state Department of Human Rights which found that the agency has engaged in a pattern of race discrimination for at least a decade, including using force more often on people of color. Federal authorities are also investigating whether the department engaged in a pattern of discrimination.
“How could officers go out onto the streets in the roles of defenders of public safety and order with the attitude to their duties and obligations that allows them to shoot first and ask questions later?” he wrote.
Days after Noor’s conviction, Minneapolis agreed to pay $20 million to Damond’s family, believed at the time to be the largest settlement stemming from police violence in Minnesota. It was surpassed last year when Minneapolis agreed to a $27 million settlement in Floyd’s death just as Chauvin was going on trial.
The killing of Floyd led to a reckoning over police brutality and discrimination involving people of color. The department is facing calls for more accountability and the state is recommending several changes as it seeks a court-enforceable consent decree. City leaders continue to debate how to change the system.
She said that at his trial, the family was told that Damond’s death would lead to change, but when Floyd was killed, “we were absolutely shattered because nothing had changed. We felt that Justine’s death meant nothing ... She is forgotten.”
But Heffernan said that Damond is remembered by people in Australia, and her family thinks of her her every day. On the anniversary of her death, they go quietly to her favorite beach and throw pink flowers — her favorite color — into the surf as the sun is rising.
She also said that once a month during the summer, her family sends flowers to the site of Damond’s killing, as well as on her birthday and July 15 — the day of her death.
“She touched a lot of people’s hearts, which I think is quite amazing,” Heffernan said.
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This story has been updated to correct Noor’s sentence on the manslaughter count to four years and nine months, not 41 months.
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CMH Wealth Management LLC raised its position in shares of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS – Get Rating) by 50.1% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 49,424 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock after purchasing an additional 16,500 shares during the quarter. Walt Disney accounts for 2.1% of CMH Wealth Management LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 14th largest position. CMH Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in Walt Disney were worth $6,779,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. New World Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of Walt Disney in the 3rd quarter valued at about $457,000. EagleClaw Capital Managment LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Walt Disney by 9.3% in the 3rd quarter. EagleClaw Capital Managment LLC now owns 13,543 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock valued at $2,292,000 after buying an additional 1,152 shares during the period. Crake Asset Management LLP lifted its holdings in shares of Walt Disney by 1,733.1% in the 3rd quarter. Crake Asset Management LLP now owns 1,525,172 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock valued at $258,013,000 after buying an additional 1,441,972 shares during the period. Tudor Investment Corp Et Al lifted its holdings in shares of Walt Disney by 76.5% in the 3rd quarter. Tudor Investment Corp Et Al now owns 52,856 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock valued at $8,942,000 after buying an additional 22,911 shares during the period. Finally, Voloridge Investment Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Walt Disney in the 3rd quarter valued at about $3,216,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 64.17% of the company’s stock.
Several equities analysts have recently issued reports on DIS shares. Wells Fargo & Company decreased their price objective on Walt Disney from $182.00 to $153.00 in a report on Thursday, May 12th. Royal Bank of Canada reduced their price target on Walt Disney from $210.00 to $176.00 in a report on Thursday, May 12th. Daiwa Capital Markets reduced their price target on Walt Disney from $201.00 to $151.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Tuesday, May 24th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced their price target on Walt Disney from $200.00 to $175.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a report on Tuesday, April 19th. Finally, Loop Capital reduced their price target on Walt Disney from $190.00 to $165.00 in a report on Monday, April 4th. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned a hold rating and eighteen have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $167.56.
Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS – Get Rating) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 11th. The entertainment giant reported $1.08 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.19 by ($0.11). Walt Disney had a return on equity of 6.87% and a net margin of 3.46%. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $0.79 earnings per share. On average, equities research analysts expect that The Walt Disney Company will post 4.03 EPS for the current year.
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PRESS RELEASE N°12/PS.IMB/NB/2022
Today on June 25, 2022, the 26th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) held in Rwanda is due to end its sessions probably with a mezzotint outcome regarding human rights issue while the latter is among the Commonwealth’s core values.
Indeed, during this famous meeting started on June 20, 2022, discussion on human rights issue was conspicuously missing. This is a crying shame for the Commonwealth family which is all of often boasting to champion the human rights values.
It is not a secret. The Rwandan Government’s human rights record is a tale of numerous documented facts which run counter to Commonwealth’s core values.
As a matter of fact, over years, the Rwandan Government made itself conspicuous through various inhuman facts including but not limit to cracking down on dissent, muzzling the news media, throwing into prison political opposition leaders and jounalists, forced disappearances of critics, restricting political space.
Without any shame, the British Prime Minister, during this summit, Mr Boris Johnson has attacked and accused Russia of violation of human rights in Ukraine while himself hadn’t the courage to avail a bit of time during his stay in Rwanda to visit political opposition leaders and journalists thrown into Rwandan prisons where they are living in inhuman conditions waiting certainly to die.
The Social Party Imberakuri strongly condemns the attitude of Commonwealth. This is purely the double standard which is really becoming a standard for Commonwealth, it is so far not less than hypocrisy.
Today, West Countries are publically boasting to champion human rights values and unanimously condemn Russia and China as autocratic regimes characterized by gross violating of the values of modern societies but they are overlooking the human tragedy prevailing in Rwanda. How sad it is!
The Social Party Imberakuri would like to underline that the double standard and hypocrisy of West countries including UK run counter to theirs best interest.
Today, by backing their good dictators like the Rwandan regime, they bring back into question their so called vision of the world and risk to lose their status as the role model for the world as well as their influence and moral authority. Their incapacity to have overwhelming majority of UN States backing them to condemn the invasion of Ukraine by Russia best illustrates the unprecedented dreadful blow due to their hypocrisy and double standard.
Done at Kigali, on June 25, 2022
Me NTAGANDA Bernard
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Are you interested in investing in solar power? With rising energy costs and concerns about climate change, more and more people are making the switch toe solar. So what are you waiting for? Read on for tips on how to save money and go solar!
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One way to finance your solar panels is to take out a credit card with a 0% introductory APR. This can help you spread out the cost of the panels over time and avoid paying interest on your purchase. Also, there are many different types of credit such as cash back, so be sure to do your research to find the best card for you. Another option is to take out a home equity loan or line of credit. This can be a good option if you have equity in your home and want to use it as collateral for your loan. Also, if you want to learn more about Credit Sesame make sure to do your research. All these credit options can help you finance your solar panel purchase so that you can start saving money on your energy bill right away!
Cut Back on Your Energy Consumption
One way to save money is to cut back on your energy consumption. This can be done in a number of ways, such as turning off lights when you leave a room, unplugging appliances when they’re not in use, and using energy-efficient bulbs. You can also make some simple changes to your homes, such as weatherstripping your doors and windows. By doing this, you’ll not only save money on your energy bill, but you’ll also be doing your part to help the environment.
Pay Down Your Debt
Another way to save money is to pay down your debt. This will free up more money each month that you can put towards your solar panels. By paying down your debt, you’ll also be improving your credit score, which can save you money on interest rates in the future. Also, by consolidating your debt, you can save even more money each month. For example, if you have multiple credit cards with high-interest rates, you can consolidate them into one card with a lower interest rate. This will save you money on your monthly payments and help you get out of debt faster.
Save Up Your Tax Refund
Another way to save money is to put your tax refund towards your solar panels. This is a great way to get a big chunk of money to put towards your purchase. Also, if you receive any other type of windfall, such as a bonus from work or an inheritance, you can put that towards your solar panels windfallsas well. By doing this, you’ll be able to save up the money for your purchase much faster.
Create a Budget
Another way to save money is to create a budget. This will help you track your spending and see where you can cut back. For example, if you’re eating out a lot, you can save money by cooking at home more. Or, if you’re spending too much on entertainment, you can cut back on nights out or vacations. By creating a budget, you’ll be able to see where your money is going and make changes to save.
Start a Solar Savings Plan
If you’re serious about going solar, one of the best things you can do is start a solar savings plan. This is an account where you can save money specifically for your solar panels. This way, you’ll be less likely to spend the money on other things and you’ll have the funds available when it’s time to purchase your panels. You can open a solar savings plan with most banks and credit unions.
Look for Solar Rebates and Incentives
One way to save money on your solar purchase is to look for rebates and incentives. Many states and utilities offer rebates for solar panel purchases. Also, the federal government offers a tax credit for solar panel purchases. These rebates and incentives can help you save a significant amount of money on your purchase.
Buy Used Solar Panels
One final way to save money is to buy used solar panels. This can be a great option if you’re on a budget. You can find used solar panels for sale online or at your local home improvement store. Just be sure to do your research to make sure you’re getting a good quality panel. For instance, you’ll want to make sure the panel is less than five years old and that it comes with a warranty.
Can Solar Panels Crack?
Yes, solar panels can crack. This usually happens when the panels are exposed to extreme temperatures, such as during a fire. Solar panels are made of tempered glass, which is designed to withstand high temperatures. However, if the temperature gets too high, the glass can crack. Also, if the panel is hit by a hard object, it can crack as well. If your panel cracks, you’ll need to replace it.
Cracked solar panels are not a common occurrence, but it is important to be aware that it can happen. If you live in an area with extreme temperatures, or if you have a pool or spa near your solar panels, you may want to take extra precautions to prevent cracking.
These are just a few tips to help you save money so that you can invest in solar panels. Making the switch to solar energy is a big decision, but it’s one that will pay off in the long run. With rising energy costs and concerns about climate change, more and more people are making the switch to solar. If you’re thinking about making the switch, be sure to follow these tips to help you save money.
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The House on Thursday passed legislation aimed at increasing the Department of Veterans Affairs capacity to address veterans’ suicide and expand access to mental health resources for veterans.
The lower chamber passed the Supporting the Resilience of Our Nations’ Great Veterans Act of 2022, or the STRONG Veterans Act, by voice vote. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration.
Reps. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) and Mike Bost (R-Ill.) — the top members of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee — introduced the legislation in January. The bill is based on 22 bipartisan bills that have advanced through the House.
According to data released by the VA in September, 6,261 veterans died by suicide in 2019, 399 fewer than in 2018. However, the veteran suicide rate was still higher than the rate among adults who are not veterans.
“While we were thrilled to see the veteran suicide rate drop in the last year for which we have data, it is clear that more must be done to help veterans in crisis,” Takano said in a statement Thursday.
“With today’s passage, we can help meet veterans where they are and continue our efforts to meaningfully reduce veteran suicide,” he added.
The Biden administration in November unveiled its strategy for reducing suicide among veterans and service members. Among other things, the strategy includes enhancing crisis care facilities, increasing access to mental health care, as well as increasing research coordination, data sharing and evaluation efforts.
In late May, the VA unveiled Mission Daybreak, a $20 million challenge which solicits researchers, advocates, and health innovators to develop innovative methods for preventing suicide among veterans.
Among its provisions, the STRONG Veterans Act would require the VA to ensure that it hires at least one minority outreach coordinator at each of its medical centers. The measure also looks to expand culturally competent suicide prevention at VA for Native American veterans.
The bill would also increase mental health staffing and training at VA medical centers and Vet Centers — which are community-based counseling centers operated by the VA for veterans and active-duty service members.
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Alberta judges criticize police for watching, recording detainees using toilet
Edmonton police and RCMP make policy changes after court decisions
Two Edmonton area women were cleared on impaired driving charges after provincial court judges found their charter rights were violated while using the toilet in police custody.
Since those rulings, Edmonton police and RCMP have changed policies.
One was a provincial court decision issued in September 2020 by judge D'arcy DePoe, involving a woman who was charged with impaired driving on March 21, 2019. CBC is not identifying her because the charges were ultimately dismissed.
After the woman rear-ended another vehicle, an officer who suspected she was impaired took her into the Edmonton Police Service West Division station for a breathalyzer.
Following the first of two breath samples, the woman asked to use the washroom. The male officer took her into a cell and was able to observe her through a window.
She later testified that she had no idea that a commissionaire was watching and recording her while she was urinating.
"There is no policy in place that would provide for a female police member to monitor a female detainee using the toilet, or that would require the video monitoring to cease while the toilet was being used," Judge DePoe said in his written decision.
"This was not done with her consent and she expected to use the toilet in privacy."
He noted that an EPS staff sergeant testified that cell cameras can be deactivated with a timer switch, for example during strip searches.
During the trial, the judge was told that Edmonton police had recently added signs to cells that say the cell is video-monitored around the clock. EPS also began providing "oversized paper towels" for detainees while they are using the toilet, but DePoe was critical of that approach.
"It was not explained how a person who requires both hands to use the toilet can also employ such a towel simultaneously," DePoe wrote. "A sample towel was shown to the court. It is difficult to understand how this could provide any real measure of privacy."
The judge found the woman's charter right to privacy was violated when police recorded her using the toilet. He would not allow the results of the breath test to be admitted into evidence. After that ruling, the Crown chose to call no evidence and the charges were dismissed.
The Crown appealed the decision, but a Court of Queen's Bench justice dismissed the appeal.
In his written decision, Justice George Fraser noted that other jurisdictions have come up with solutions to the toilet privacy situation.
"Cameras could be switched off when it is known that someone is using the toilet," Fraser wrote. "That portion of the cell video could be pixelated or blurred so that the video shows a very generalized picture of what is happening, but does not reveal any details."
EPS spokesperson Cheryl Sheppard told CBC News that Edmonton police introduced pixelated video in January 2022 and that all division stations will be outfitted by September.
"This provides detainees with enhanced privacy, while also maintaining EPS' ability to monitor cells for detainee safety and prevent evidence destruction," Sheppard wrote in an email.
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An earlier case involved the arrest of a woman in Fort Saskatchewan by RCMP in May 2018 for suspected impaired driving.
The woman was taken to the RCMP detachment and a female officer did a pat-down search. But when the woman asked to use the washroom, the arresting male officer took her to a prisoner cell and kept a "constant" watch over her while she was urinating, Edmonton provincial court judge Robert Shaigec wrote in his November 2018 decision.
Shaigec determined the woman's charter rights were violated and that the monitoring "constituted a significant invasion of her privacy and impacted upon her personal dignity."
Shaigec also expressed concern in his decision that RCMP conduct fell far below the court-established standard when it comes to monitoring detainees of the opposite gender. He noted the female officer who conducted the pat-down search was still at the station and that other washroom facilities were available.
Shaigec found that admitting the results of the woman's breath tests would bring the administration of justice into disrepute.
The woman was found not guilty.
An RCMP spokesperson said that as a result of the Shaigec decision, their procedures were updated in February 2020. Cpl. Deanna Fontaine told CBC News that detainees are offered a privacy cover if they use the toilet as long as there are no suicide or safety concerns or worries about the preservation of evidence.
Edmonton criminal defence lawyer Kate Engel said she is not surprised that it took police so long to change their policies.
"This is an issue that occurs in cells, behind the scenes," Engel said. "It's not something that is easily known to the public. So I'm not surprised it took many decisions from the courts for there to be changes in policy to address the issue."
Engel applauded Edmonton police for adopting the use of pixelated video. She said she's had clients who have been embarrassed and ashamed when they find out they were recorded using the toilet while in police custody.
"It's important that we make sure that everybody's rights are upheld even if they're being arrested, because it could always be you in that situation and you would want to make sure that your rights to privacy were respected as well," Engel said. | https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-judges-criticize-police-for-watching-recording-detainees-using-toilet-1.6501238?cmp=rss | 2022-06-25T14:57:58Z | https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-judges-criticize-police-for-watching-recording-detainees-using-toilet-1.6501238?cmp=rss | true | 1 |
Make plans to attend Red, White & Zoo on Friday, July 29th from 7:30 – 10:30 pm at Nashville Zoo at Grassmere (3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211).
Enjoy unlimited samples of wines from around the world as you stroll through the Zoo’s exotic habitats. Plus, live music, animal encounters, local food trucks, and a selection of craft beers & spirits make for a memorable evening.
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3oz samples from 30+ of our favorite wineries & beverage purveyors
10+ Food trucks & more dining options available for purchase
Some animal habitats open for viewing (closing times vary)
Live music scattered along a strolling path
Featuring local talent such as trio Brassfield
This is an adults-only evening fundraiser, guests under age 21 are not permitted
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Glastonbury crowds and viewing audiences at home were treated to a performance from RnB duo TLC at Glastonbury and fans were amazed at their incredibly youthful appearance.
Rozanda Chilli Thomas, 51, and her bandmate, 52-year-old Tionne T-Boz Watkins, took to the West Holts stage early Friday (June 24) evening and treated the crowds to their classic hits songs.
The girl group, who were at the height of their fame in the 90s, left audiences stunned and they took to Twitter to post about their age-defying beauty.
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One wrote: “Watching TLC at Glastonbury and realising those girls ain’t aged in 25 years!”
Another added: “Chilli hasn’t aged a day since 1995, man.”
A keen follower of the band tweeted out: “Calming myself watching TLC on Glastonbury. Loving that Chilli hasn’t changed her face or her clothes since 2002.”
Other fans couldn’t help but gush over their favourite band and noted that Chilli “looks like she’s in her 20s” and that their performance was “insane”.
Another even claimed even though they “both look fabulous”, Chilli “looks like she’s popped out of a time machine from the 90s”.
The American band was formed in 1991 and have released iconic hits such as Waterfalls and No Scrubs, but the pair were originally a trio.
The third girl, Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes, was killed in a car crash in 2002, aged just 30 years old.
Back in 2020, Chilli spoke about how the girls had “never ever had a thought” about replacing their beloved friend.
She appeared on Good Morning Britain and told the show: “We heard from so many people in the business. That surprised us more than anything. The fans, not so much. It was never ever a thought to replace her, no-one in TLC can be replaced. Nobody can fill those shoes.”
Chilli and T-Boz insisted that they would not accept anyone in the group to take her place, but noted that it took a lot of convincing to let them go ahead as a duo.
Chilli revealed: “It took a while for people to get it, but through touring it keeps her memory alive. We never mute out her raps or anything.”
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Dublin cricket stadium pitch report: The SportsRush brings you the pitch report of the first T20I between Ireland and India in Dublin.
Ireland will take on India in the first T20I of the two-match T20I series at the Malahide Stadium in Dublin on 26 June 2022. Both teams would want to start the series on a winning note.
Team India is without their star players, who are with the test squad in England. Hardik Pandya has been named the captain of the side, whereas Bhuvneshwar Kumar is his deputy. For Ireland, the experienced duo of Paul Stirling and Andrew Balbirnie will play a huge part. The bowlers of the Irish side have done well lately.
Dublin cricket stadium pitch report
The Malahide Stadium in Dublin is a brilliant track to bat on with an assist to the bowlers as well. There is a moment for the pacers in the initial overs of the match as a fresh wicket will be used here. Although, in terms of wicket-taking, the spinners have done a great job here. After settling down, the batters can play their shots as there is an even bounce on the pitch.
A total of 19 T20I have been played at this ground, where five of them got cancelled or abandoned due to bad weather or other reasons. Out of those 14 matches, 8 matches have been won by the chasing teams, and 6 games have been won by the teams batting first.
Snapshots from #TeamIndia‘s training session at the Malahide Cricket Club, Ireland.
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The last T20I match at this ground was played between South Africa and Ireland in July 2021, where the spin bowlers of South Africa did a great job. Team India will play with Axar Patel and Yuzvendra Chahal, whereas Ireland will have Andy McBrine and George Dockrell in their ranks.
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Foster Victor Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its position in shares of XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:XPO – Get Rating) by 24.6% in the first quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 33,739 shares of the transportation company’s stock after acquiring an additional 6,658 shares during the quarter. Foster Victor Wealth Advisors LLC’s holdings in XPO Logistics were worth $2,137,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in XPO. Deseret Mutual Benefit Administrators increased its holdings in shares of XPO Logistics by 216.0% during the 4th quarter. Deseret Mutual Benefit Administrators now owns 395 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $31,000 after buying an additional 270 shares during the last quarter. Koshinski Asset Management Inc. boosted its position in shares of XPO Logistics by 360.1% during the 4th quarter. Koshinski Asset Management Inc. now owns 1,118 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $87,000 after purchasing an additional 875 shares during the period. DZ BANK AG Deutsche Zentral Genossenschafts Bank Frankfurt am Main purchased a new position in shares of XPO Logistics during the 4th quarter worth approximately $87,000. Wahed Invest LLC purchased a new position in shares of XPO Logistics during the 4th quarter worth approximately $89,000. Finally, Retirement Planning Co of New England Inc. purchased a new position in XPO Logistics in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $117,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 99.18% of the company’s stock.
In related news, major shareholder Jacobs Private Equity, Llc sold 5,447,500 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, April 13th. The shares were sold at an average price of $55.80, for a total transaction of $303,970,500.00. Following the transaction, the insider now owns 6,468,201 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $360,925,615.80. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. 11.20% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Shares of XPO opened at $50.18 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $5.77 billion, a PE ratio of 8.15, a PEG ratio of 0.67 and a beta of 2.07. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $52.00 and its 200 day moving average price is $63.94. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.80, a quick ratio of 1.04 and a current ratio of 1.04. XPO Logistics, Inc. has a twelve month low of $45.25 and a twelve month high of $90.78.
XPO Logistics (NYSE:XPO – Get Rating) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, May 9th. The transportation company reported $1.25 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.94 by $0.31. The firm had revenue of $3.47 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $3.22 billion. XPO Logistics had a net margin of 4.68% and a return on equity of 36.79%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 16.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $1.46 earnings per share. On average, sell-side analysts anticipate that XPO Logistics, Inc. will post 5.59 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
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XPO Logistics, Inc provides freight transportation services in the United States, rest of North America, France, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, North American LTL and Brokerage and Other Services. The North American LTL segment provides customers with less-than-truckload (LTL) services, such as geographic density and day-definite regional, inter-regional, and transcontinental LTL freight services.
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Cordillera opens newly renovated athletic center and pickleball courts
In a festive grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 17, the Cordillera Property Owners Association opened the doors to its newly renovated Athletic Center of Cordillera and pickleball courts. The facility has undergone an extensive expansion totaling more than $8 million and modernization over the last 12 months. With stunning views of the Gore Range from nearly every room, the new Athletic Center of Cordillera is over 70% larger than the original constructed in 2000.
Adjacent to the athletic club, the original tennis courts have been re-constructed and expanded with a new post-tensioned slab and configured for one tennis court, five pickleball courts, a warm-up/backboard practice area, and a new courtside patio. The courts have the latest gel-cushioned surface for more playability.
The state-of-the-art 16,405-square-foot athletic facility boasts expanded cardio including four Pelotons, an expanded and separate free weight and resistance training area, a new yoga studio and group class space, a new larger outdoor hot tub, a fully renovated saltwater indoor pool, expanded outdoor recreational venues, and extensive landscaping improvements. In addition, the facility has the latest in fresh air and air filtration technology along with “smart” climate control systems.
“This project is supported by conservative financial planning that will allow delivery of the new project without any special assessment to Cordillera homeowners or long-term debt,” CPOA Board President Mike Grier explained. Primary funding is provided from Cordillera’s Real Estate Transfer Assessments, generated from the sale of homes. Grier pointed out that “strong 2021 and 2022 to- date RETA revenues are also encouraging us to move ahead with the Trailhead Clubhouse pool replacement project,” which began construction on Monday, April 4. “The newly renovated amenities will increase the pleasure of living here and the sense of community in Cordillera for our homeowners,” Grier added.
Crystal Wilson, CPOA’s general manager stated, “This is a very exciting time for Cordillera. The anticipation has been building. There are so many new options for homeowners to enjoy — new classes and programming with new and returning instructors, new equipment, and expansive spaces. It’s a joy to work out here. Plus, our avid Pickleball players will appreciate the new court surface and added court space.”
Henry Reed, principal of Reed Development Group and Cordillera resident, has been involved throughout the Athletic Center of Cordillera and the tennis-pickleball court planning and pre-development process.
“The Athletic Center has always been a great asset for the community. Working together with input from the community, Vail Valley architects TAB & Associates and RA Nelson Construction, we were able to retain much of the existing structure while opening those spaces towards expansive views and sunlight and create significant interior improvements, as well as upgrading to a state-of-the-art HVAC system” he said. “The new tennis and pickleball facility will increase player enjoyment and play time opportunities as well.”
As owner’s representative for construction, Reed has been responsible for managing all aspects of the ACC design, construction, schedule, and budget on behalf of the CPOA. | https://www.vaildaily.com/news/cordillera-opens-newly-renovated-athletic-center-and-pickleball-courts/ | 2022-06-25T15:22:16Z | https://www.vaildaily.com/news/cordillera-opens-newly-renovated-athletic-center-and-pickleball-courts/ | true | 1 |
JoAnn Snoderly is an award-winning journalist for WV News' family of digital and print publications, with a focus on health care and local government.
She is a Marion County, West Virginia, native who after taking several years off from school to explore her best path forward, went back and graduated from WVU in 2012 with a bachelor of science in journalism and a bachelor of arts in international studies with an emphasis on development.
She first worked for WV News after graduation in the advertising department. She then felt the call to explore more of the world and left in 2015 to become a journalist in Kodiak, Alaska.
Over next three years, she covered stories of local and international importance including the U.S. Missile Defense Agency testing at the Pacific Spaceport Complex-Alaska. She also joined scientists from the University of Washington and Coast Guard service members as they dropped instruments from a C-130 for their Seasonal Ice Zone Reconnaissance Survey in the Arctic Circle. And she covered the fishing industry and was present to document the Kodiak Island Borough’s first commercial kelp harvest.
The call of those "Country Roads" brought her back to West Virginia and WV News, where her stories have included the historic substance abuse epidemic and associated issues, harm reduction, a global pandemic and lead issues in Clarksburg.
"I got into journalism because I believe that a story can change a life. At its best, journalism can speak truth to power and hold the powerful to account," Snoderly said. "It can inspire, it can spark empathy and it can initiate action.
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