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Mumbai: The world of music lost a gem with the demise of Ustad Zakir Hussain. The renowned tabla player passed away due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in San Francisco, California at the age of 73. The late musician rendered new dimensions to Indian music as he took the culture and the humility associated with our music, across the world.
Zakir, who was born on March 9, 1951 in Mumbai, was the eldest son of tabla player Alla Rakha, and is widely considered as one of the greatest tabla players of all time. As much as a great musician he was, the Ustaad was also known for his nature, his conduct on stage and his respect for the art and fellow artists.
He struck a chord with every generation and every set of listeners owing to his exceptional skills, his charm and the ability to blend in with every genre. The sight of him belting out his prowess on tabla for a tea brand is a core memory of every 1990s kid.
While the space of Indian television commercials were still walking on its wobbly legs, it was Zakir, who gave it the required strength with his stellar screen presence, his unmatched brilliance on tabla and the way with which he said, “Waah Taj”.
His presence was truly global as he not only elevated Indian music to great heights but also collaborated with many international artists like George Harrison of the iconic band, The Beatles, on the 1973 album ‘Living in the Material World’ and John Handy for the album ‘Hard Work’. He also performed on Van Morrison's 1979 album ‘Into the Music’ and ‘Earth’.
His illustrious body of work was feted with several awards like four Grammy Awards, Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, Government of India's Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship, Ratna Sadsya, United States National Endowment for the Arts' National Heritage Fellowship, the highest award given to traditional artists and musicians.
Zakir Hussain continues to leave a deep impact on India’s music and its cultural heritage.
(IANS)
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:21Z
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Who is Ahn Ye Song? Former K-pop idol receives 8-year prison sentence for drunk driving death of delivery man
Former K-pop idol Ahn Ye Song has been sentenced to 8 years in prison for causing the death of a delivery worker while driving under the influence of alcohol. The 24-year-old, who was part of a former girl group, had transitioned to a career as a DJ after the group disbanded.
Former K-pop idol Ahn Ye Song, also known as DJ Yesong, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for causing the death of a delivery worker while driving under the influence. The incident took place on February 3 when she killed a delivery driver with her Mercedes-Benz SUV in Seoul's Gangnam district. South Korean media outlets reported the Supreme Court confirmed the sentence on December 10.
Ahn Ye Song sentenced to 8 years in prison
Ahn Ye Song has been sentenced to 8 years in prison for the drunk-driving death of a delivery worker. On February 3, Ahn, heavily intoxicated with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.221%, crashed into a motorcycle in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, causing the death of a 54-year-old delivery worker. The 24-year-old fled the scene without helping the victim, showing no sign of remorse. What's even more disturbing is that DJ Yesong had been involved in another accident just 10 minutes prior but left the collision without offering any aid to the victim.
She was sentenced to 10 years in prison in the first trial; however, the former K-pop star reached a settlement with the deceased's family, and her sentence was eventually reduced to 8 years. The prosecution had initially recommended a 15-year prison sentence, citing her lack of empathy and her legal team's attempt to shift blame onto the victim.
Ahn Ye Song's legal team tried to shift the blame to the victim
DJ Yesong's lawyer initially tried to shift focus from charges against her to victim blaming. Since she was heavily drunk, her lawyers emphasised that she had no recollection of the incident, recognising the need for alcohol addiction treatment.
However, despite largely admitting to the charges, her legal team argued that the tragedy could have been diverted had the victim taken a different route. This claim was made despite the prosecution's emphasis on DJ Yesong's reckless behaviour.
Who is Ahn Ye Song?
Ahn Ye Song, formerly of the pre-debut fourth-generation girl group INSTAR, was a member of the four-piece group formed by Inter B.D. Entertainment in 2016. Initially, Ahn replaced Heera, one of the original members, and later took on a rapper role. She briefly left the group in 2017 but rejoined in September of the same year.
After the group stopped activities in 2018 and presumably disbanded silently, Ahn began a new career as a DJ and was also active as a social media influencer.
For more news and updates from the world of OTT, and celebrities from Bollywood and Hollywood, keep reading Indiatimes Entertainment.
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:21Z
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Boeing issues WARN notices affecting more than 500 employees during early Dec-2024
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Boeing announced significant layoffs across multiple states in late 2024, following a series of extensive job cuts earlier in the year. In November 2024, the company issued WARN filings affecting over 5600 employees, including 2206 layoffs in Washington effective 20-Dec-2024 and an additional 2192 layoffs from 17-Jan-20251. Boeing has been implementing workforce reductions globally since 2023, focusing on finance and HR departments, and outsourcing a portion of roles2.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster 982 My21 2.0L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 19 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Brake Calipers
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,690
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Porsche Active Suspension Management - $3,000
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Chrono Package - $3,770
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Sports Design Pack - $5,250
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Tail Lights - Special - $1,290
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear - $2,750
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:22Z
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The 10th anniversary of the tragic terror incident at Army Public School Peshawar is being observed today to pay tribute to the martyrs.
The inhumane attack on December 16, 2014 witnessed militants targeting APS, resulting in the loss of over 140 lives, primarily students and teachers.
Several activities and functions will be held across the country to remember the sacrifices of innocent children.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed firm resolve to continue war against terrorism till complete elimination of this menace from Pakistan.
In his messages on the occasion of 10th anniversary of tragedy of Army Public School Peshawar, the President said the day of December 16 left un-erasable imprints on the collective memory of the nation when terrorists mercilessly killed our children.
Extending sympathies to the heirs of the innocent children, Asif Ali Zardari said that this day reminds of the sacrifices of the nation in the war against terrorism.
Read more: SC orders sending APS attack inquiry report to Attorney General
He said that the incidents like APS tragedy expose the real face of terrorists and Khawarij and the Pakistani nation would not let the terrorists succeed in their nefarious designs.
In his message, the Prime Minister reiterated his determination to create a peaceful and secure Pakistan where no innocent faces any barbarity and all perpetrators are given exemplary punishment for their crimes.
He said the whole nation is standing against coward terrorists as a wall of fortified steel and will remain standing.
He reminded the nation that the fitna of Khawarij and and anti state elements have nothing to do with the religion or the social values.
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:26Z
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The world of music mourns the loss of Ustad Zakir Hussain, a legendary tabla player, who passed away at the age of 73 in San Francisco due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
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Born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, Zakir Hussain was the eldest son of the famous tabla player Alla Rakha and is celebrated as one of the greatest tabla players of all time
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Known not only for his exceptional musical talent, Zakir was admired for his respectful demeanor and his ability to connect with audiences across generations
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A memorable figure in Indian pop culture, his iconic appearances in commercials, especially promoting a tea brand with the phrase “Waah Taj,” left a lasting impression on the 1990s generation
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Zakir Hussain's influence was global; he collaborated with international artists like George Harrison of The Beatles and performed on several acclaimed albums such as 'Living in the Material World' and 'Into the Music'
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His contributions to music were recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including four Grammy Awards, and Indian honors like the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan
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Zakir's dedication to music earned him the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and Fellowship, and the United States National Endowment for the Arts' National Heritage Fellowship
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His legacy continues to inspire and shape India's music and cultural heritage, leaving a profound impact on the world stage
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:27Z
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An Israeli Navy missile boat intercepted a UAV that was launched from Yemen over the Mediterranean Sea.
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'Xmail' to replace Gmail? Elon Musk hints at launching a new email service soon; know what to expect
Reigniting the conversation on 'Xmail,' an X user posted on Sunday that 'Xmail,' a new feature planned to be launched by Elon Musk in the coming months, is going to be a game changer. What should you expect from 'Xmail,' the rival of Gmail service?
Elon Musk, the Tesla CEO, never misses a chance to tease the internet with his new upcoming projects. Recently, he hinted on his X (formerly called Twitter) about "Xmail," a new feature that will be added to the platform that could potentially become a rival to Gmail, Google's email application.
On Sunday, an X account user under the name DodgeDesigner posted on 'Xmail' that it would be a cooler option. To which Musk, who frequently makes his opinion on X, wrote that it is on the platform's list of things to do.
𝕏 Mail would be cool.
— DogeDesigner (@cb_doge) December 15, 2024
username@𝕏.com pic.twitter.com/gWwbCWPWA5
Earlier in February, Musk doubled down on a conversation, claiming to be developing a new email service called Xmail, coming as a rival to Gmail for its 1.8 billion users.
When is ‘XMail’ launching?
Back in February, out of curiosity, the security engineer of X, Nate McGrady, asked, 'When are we making Xmail?' to which Musk replied, "It's coming.'
On Sunday, again, Musk reignited the conversation, targeting Gmail, which is owned by Google. The current conversation quickly grabbed the attention of the people on X and became the No. 2 trending conversation on X, with 22,600 posts talking about it.
According to Times Now, as of September 2024, Apple Mail leads the global email market with a 53.67 per cent share, followed by Gmail at 30.70 per cent. While on the other hand, there are other notable platforms like Outlook (4.38 per cent), Yahoo Mail (2.64 per cent), and Google Android (1.72 per cent).
Why is Elon Musk planning to enter the email market?
It may be surprising for many that the billionaire is trying to enter the email market as well, but why? Well, Musk venturing into email services may be related to a broader vision of transforming X into an "everything app.".
Since he acquired Twitter and rebranded it as X, Musk has expressed his desire to create a multifunctional platform including social media, payments, shopping, and now email.
What to expect from Elon Musk's Xmail?
Even though there are no official details available on the release date, as per Musk's track record in the past, we can't expect to have these features in the Xmail:
- Improved privacy and security
- Seamless integration with the X platform
- Subscription-based service
- AI-driven optimisation
To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Events.
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:27Z
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Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport provides updates on development projects
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| 2024-12-16T06:06:28Z
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster 982 My21 2.0L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 19 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Brake Calipers
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Dynamic Drive
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Driver Mode Selection
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,960
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Porsche Active Suspension Management - $3,000
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Chrono Package - $3,770
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Sports Design Pack - $5,250
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Tail Lights - Special - $1,290
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear - $2,750
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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Mumbai: Legendary Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain's death has been finally confirmed by Jon Bleicher, the PR who represents his family. The statement released by Jon reads "Zakir Hussain, one of the world's most transcendent musicians, passed away from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in San Francisco at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Antonia Minnecola; his daughters, Anisa Qureshi (her husband, Taylor Phillips, and their daughter, Zara) and Isabella Qureshi; his brothers, Taufiq Qureshi and Fazal Qureshi; and his sister, Khurshid Aulia.
He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy cherished by countless music lovers around the globe, with an influence that will resonate for generations to come. The son of legendary tabla master Ustad Allah Rakha (Ravi Shankar's longtime accompanist), Zakir Hussain was widely regarded as the greatest tabla player of his generation. A child prodigy, he collaborated with virtually all of India's iconic performers, including Ravi Shankar, Ali Akbar Khan and Shivkumar Sharma. His groundbreaking work with Western musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma, Charles Lloyd, Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Mickey Hart, George Harrison and John McLaughlin brought Indian classical music to an international audience, cementing his status as a global cultural ambassador. Moreover, his work raised his instrument to virtuoso status. Widely considered a chief architect of the contemporary world music movement, Zakir Hussain's contributions were uniquely transformative.
His unique mastery of rhythm allowed him to cross borders freely and create authentic connections between different genres of music. He participated in many historic collaborations, including Shakti (which he founded with John McLaughlin and L. Shankar), Remember Shakti, Making Music, The Diga Rhythm Band, Planet Drum and Global Drum Project with Mickey Hart, Tabla Beat Science, and Sangam with Charles Lloyd and Eric Harland. His performances and recordings include collaborations with artists as diverse as George Harrison, Yo-Yo Ma, Joe Henderson, Van Morrison, Airto Moreira, Pharoah Sanders, Billy Cobham, Alonzo King, Mark Morris, Rennie Harris and the Kodo drummers. His extraordinary contributions to the music world were honoured in April 2009 with four widely heralded, sold-out concerts at Carnegie Hall's Artist Perspective series. Zakir Hussain was a prolific composer, creating concertos, scoring for films and collaborating with dance companies such as Alonzo King's Lines Ballet and The Mark Morris Dance Group. Over his illustrious career, he earned numerous accolades, including two Grammy Awards with Mickey Hart for Planet Drum, and three more this past March: one with John McLaughlin and the band Shakti, and two for his collaborations with Bela Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Rakesh Chaurasia.
Zakir Hussain is the first Indian to receive three Grammy Awards in one night. Zakir Hussain's extraordinary global impact was recognised with the highest honours that can be given in the world of music. His contributions "to the cultural and spiritual betterment of mankind," were acknowledged in 2022 with his awarding of the Kyoto Prize. In India, he received the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri. He was also a recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, India's most prestigious honour for performing artists, and later the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship, a lifetime honour awarded to only 40 artists at a time. In the US, Zakir Hussain was awarded the National Heritage Fellowship in 1999 by the National Endowment for the Arts, the nation's highest lifetime honour for traditional artists.
In 2017, he was honoured with SFJazz's Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his "unparalleled contribution to the world of music". In 2022, he was awarded the Aga Khan Award for his "enduring contributions to the musical heritage of humanity, peerless musical mastery and sustained social impact". His prolific work as a teacher, mentor and educator has left an indelible mark on countless musicians. He inspired the next generation to go further and leave behind an unparalleled legacy as a cultural ambassador and one of the greatest musicians of all time. Concluding the statement he wrote: "The family requests privacy at this time."
(IANS)
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SEOUL: South Korea’s constitutional court kicked off proceedings on Monday over the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, who has been suspended from office over his failed bid to impose martial law.
Yoon was removed by South Korea’s parliament on Saturday over his short-lived attempt to suspend civilian rule, which plunged the country into its worst political turmoil in years.
The Constitutional Court has around six months to determine whether to uphold the impeachment.
Fresh elections must be held within two months if he is removed. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo is serving as interim leader in Yoon’s stead.
The court formally began proceedings at 10 am (GMT 0100) on Monday, a spokesman told AFP.
A separate investigation into Yoon and his inner circle over the December 3 martial law declaration has rumbled on as the turmoil deepened.
Yoon remains under a travel ban while the probe is underway.
The prosecution said in a news release on Sunday they had summoned Yoon for questioning over the insurrection and abuse of power allegations “but he refused to comply”.
They said they would issue a “second summons”, with Yonhap news agency reporting that could come on Monday.
Yoon ‘ringleader’
The concurrent probe by a joint police, anti-corruption office and defence ministry team is also asking Yoon to appear for questioning, Yonhap said.
They reportedly accuse Yoon of being the “ringleader” of the martial law bid.
Vast protests against Yoon, with smaller rallies supporting him, have rocked the South Korean capital since his martial law decree.
Demonstrators in both camps have vowed to keep up the pressure as the Constitutional Court mulls Yoon’s fate.
Police arrested both the current and former heads of the Defence Intelligence Command on Sunday in connection to the insurrection allegations, Yonhap reported.
Prosecutors said they were also seeking an arrest warrant for the head of the Army Special Warfare Command Kwak Jong-keun, according to Yonhap.
Kwak is accused of sending special forces troops to parliament during the martial law bid, sparking a dramatic confrontation between soldiers and parliamentary staff.
The head of Yoon’s ruling People Power Party (PPP), who has not been linked to the martial law bid and expressed support for impeachment, resigned on Monday.
“I sincerely apologise to all the people who have suffered due to the emergency martial law incident,” Han Dong-hoon told a news conference in Seoul.
In declaring martial law, Yoon vowed to “eliminate anti-state elements” and suggested the country’s electoral system was vulnerable to outside interference.
Han Dong-hoon condemned on Monday “extremists such as election fraud conspiracy theorists” and warned “there will be no future for conservatism” if the party entertained those views.
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Hamas command center operated out of UNRWA's 'Sheikh Jamil School' also known as the 'Ahmed Abdul Aziz School' in the humanitarian area in Khan Yunis, IDF clarifies.
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Zakir Hussain passes away at 73: From Sangam to The Global Drum Project, his top 5 international collaborations
Zakir Hussain's death leaves an indelible mark not only on Indian classical music but also on the global music sphere. Known for bending the boundaries of music with his unique fusions, the legendary Indian artist collaborated with many global icons in his extensive career. Let's take a look:
Legendary musician Zakir Hussain passed away at the age of 73 after a long battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. In a statement, the Tabla maestro's family shared that he breathed his last in a San Francisco hospital on Monday (December 16).
Widely credited with putting Indian classical music on the map, his demise leaves an indelible mark on the music world. Through his innovative international collaborations, the music maestro introduced the richness of Indian classical music to a global audience.
As the music world mourns this irreplaceable loss, let's honour his legacy with five of his many legendary collaborations.
Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, banjo legend Béla Fleck, and double bass artist Edgar Meyer collaborated numerous times after first touring in 2009. Seamlessly steering the realms of classical, bluegrass, and world music, the iconic trio is known for redefining the boundaries of musical expression.
Shakti
Named after the Hindu goddess of creation, Shakti was formed by guitarist John McLaughlin and tabla maestro Zakir Hussain. Offering a unique fusion that bent rules, the band combined Eastern and Western sounds.
The Global Drum project
For this Grammy-winning collaboration, Ustad Zakir Hussain joined forces with an eclectic group of musicians. The Indian musician, Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead, Nigerian percussionist Sikiru Adepoju, and Puerto Rican jazz percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo came together to create a one-of-a-kind captivating album that blended diverse musical traditions.
Sangam (Charles Lloyd album)
A live jazz album by saxophonist Charles Lloyd, Sangam was recorded in 2004 and released in 2006. The album features a unique trio, with Lloyd on saxophone, Zakir Hussain on tabla, and Eric Harland on drums, blending jazz and Indian classical music traditions.
Karuna Supreme
The revered album by American jazz saxophonist John Hnadu and sarod player Ali Akbar Khan featured Ustad Zakir Ali Khan on the tabla. Regarded as one of the rare East-meets-West recordings, the album is one of the earliest true fusions of Indian music and jazz.
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Brussels Airlines introducing new business class menus from Jan-2025
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Jerusalem: Israel has inaugurated its first power plant that generates electricity from sea waves, Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said in a statement.
Located at Jaffa Port in the Mediterranean city of Tel Aviv-Yafo, the power plant has an installed capacity of 100 kilowatts. It was developed by the Israeli energy company Eco Wave Power and built in collaboration with the French state-owned electricity utility EDF and the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality, with funding from the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, Xinhua news agency reported.
The facility consists of 10 buoys installed along the breakwater at Jaffa Port, each connected to a patented energy conversion unit that allows for easy operation and maintenance.
The buoys rise and fall with wave movements, driving a hydraulic motor and generator onshore. The system is capable of generating electricity from waves as low as 60 cm in height.
Equipped with a smart control system, the technology raises the buoys above the sea surface during storms to prevent damage.
All electricity generated by the project is supplied to Israel's national grid, with the state-owned Israel Electric Corporation purchasing all the energy produced by the facility.
The ministry noted that the project is a step toward increasing energy production from renewable sources, reducing air pollution, and enhancing Israel's energy security.
(IANS)
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According to Yemeni reports, the US Military conducted airstrikes overnight on Houthi targets in the Hajjah Governate.
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WhatsApp is working on an innovative update aimed at enhancing the interface of the Updates tab and improving accessibility for users regarding status and channel updates.
As reported by WABetaInfo, this update introduces convenient shortcuts that streamline updating statuses and channels.
The new shortcuts allow users to select and upload photos and videos directly from the interface, simplifying the media selection process and reducing the number of steps required for uploading.
Furthermore, the Meta-owned messaging application has introduced a redesigned button for creating text-based status updates and an option for recording and sharing voice status updates.
This feature offers a more efficient and quicker method for users to share text and voice updates without depending on the floating action button.
Read also: WhatsApp to introduce new calling features in its upcoming updates
Both functionalities are integrated into a modernized interface that visually aligns with recent updates to other tabs, facilitating easier navigation and seamless creation of updates.
Additionally, WhatsApp is modifying the floating action button within the Updates tab to enable users to share content within channels.
When users select the floating action button, they will encounter various options, including the ability to create status updates, initiate new channels, or share photos, videos, voice messages, and text in their existing channels, assuming they have already set one up.
This redesign consolidates all options for creating status updates and channel content into a cohesive section.
While the new shortcuts are expected to be available to a broader audience in the coming weeks, beta testers can currently access them in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.26.13, which is available on the Google Play Store.
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Budapest Airport to finalise detailed plans for Terminal 3 construction in 2025
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BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 16. The World Bank has expressed its willingness to support projects aimed at exporting green energy from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Azerbaijan to the European Union, provided these initiatives demonstrate economic feasibility, said Dmitry Petrin, Regional Project Coordinator at the World Bank’s Central Asia office, shared this insight with Trend during the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) session.
"The World Bank is fully committed to supporting green energy and energy trade initiatives. We are actively engaged in projects across Central Asia, including efforts to create a regional energy trade market," Petrin stated.
However, he emphasized the importance of thorough economic evaluations. "We are ready to conduct these assessments if formal requests come from the countries interested in these projects," he noted.
Petrin also highlighted that the World Bank prioritizes projects driven by client countries' needs. "Our clients’ interests are paramount as long as they align with the Bank’s objectives. Green energy development is a crucial focus for Central Asia," he added.
Notably, during COP29, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan signed a high-level intergovernmental agreement to establish a strategic partnership for the development and transmission of green energy, marking a significant step forward in regional collaboration on sustainable energy initiatives.
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Riyadh: Nearly 200 countries on Saturday committed to prioritise land restoration and drought resilience in national policies and international cooperation as an essential strategy for food security and climate adaptation. The nations also made significant progress in laying the groundwork for a future global drought regime, which they intend to complete at COP17 in Mongolia in 2026. Significantly, more than $12 billion was pledged to tackle desertification, land degradation and drought around the world, especially in the most vulnerable countries.
These were the outcomes of the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). After two weeks of intense negotiations on how to tackle land degradation, desertification and drought, the largest and most inclusive United Nations land conference wrapped up in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. Among the main agreements reached at COP16 were the creation of a Caucus for Indigenous Peoples and a Caucus for Local Communities to ensure that their unique perspectives and challenges are adequately represented; a continuation of the Convention's Science-Policy Interface to strengthen science-based decision-making; and the mobilisation of private sector engagement under the Business4Land initiative. COP16 was the largest and most diverse UNCCD COP to date: it attracted more than 20,000 participants, around 3,500 of them from civil society, and featured more than 600 events as part of the first Action Agenda to involve non-state actors in the work of the convention, an official statement said.
In her statement, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed emphasised: "Our work does not end with the closing of COP16. We must continue to tackle the climate crisis, it is a call to action for all of us to embrace inclusivity, innovation, and resilience. “Youth and Indigenous peoples must be at the heart of these conversations. Their wisdom, their voices, and their creativity are indispensable as we craft a sustainable future with renewed hope for generations to come.”
In his closing remarks, COP16 President, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley, said the meeting marked a turning point in raising international awareness of the pressing need to accelerate land restoration and drought resilience. "The Kingdom’s hosting of this important conference reflects its ongoing commitment to environmental issues and sustainable development. It reaffirms its dedication to working with all parties to preserve ecosystems, enhance international cooperation to combat desertification and land degradation, and address drought. "We hope the outcomes of this session will lead to a significant shift that strengthens efforts to preserve land, reduce its degradation, build capacities to address drought, and contribute to the well-being of communities around the world."
During the conference, participants heard that UNCCD estimates that at least $2.6 trillion in total investments are needed by 2030 to restore more than one billion hectares of degraded land and build resilience to drought. This equals $1 billion in daily investments between now and 2030 to meet global land restoration targets and combat desertification and drought.
New pledges for large-scale land restoration and drought preparedness were announced, such as the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership that attracted $12.15 billion to support 80 of the world's most vulnerable countries in building their resilience to drought, including a $10 billion pledge from the Arab Coordination Group. The Great Green Wall (GGW), an African-led initiative to restore 100 million hectares of degraded land, also mobilised EUR 11 million from the Italian government for landscape restoration in the Sahel and EUR 3.6 million from the Austrian government to strengthen the coordination and implementation of the initiative across 22 African countries.
The drive is part of the GGW Accelerator, a UNCCD-supported effort to achieve the ambitions for a greener, more prosperous Sahel. Additionally, the US and several partner countries and organizations announced total investments of nearly $70 million to advance the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (VACS). The initiative looks to build resilient food systems grounded in diverse, nutritious, and climate-adapted crops grown in healthy soils.
(IANS)
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Burgas Airport to undergo runway rehabilitation in winter 2025/26
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Fraport Twin Star Airport Management has plans to launch year-round operations at Burgas Airport, having organised meetings with four airlines. The airport served over 85 destinations in 25 countries during summer 2024, with new services to locations such as London Southend and Pristina1. An 11km rail link between Burgas Airport and Burgas' Central Railway Station was scheduled to start construction by 2024, aimed at enhancing connectivity2.
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BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 16. The official
exchange rate of the US dollar and the euro against the Azerbaijani
manat for December 16, 2024, is set at 1.7 and 1.7878 manat,
respectively, Trend reports.
The exchange rate of manat against world currencies according to
the data of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan:
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CAAS to develop UTMS for unmanned aircraft operations in Singapore
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Jameis Winston proves he cannot be Browns' answer at QB after stinker vs. Chiefs
In Week 8, against the Baltimore Ravens, Jameis Winston arrived.
He had three touchdowns and no giveaways against an elite, potentially Super Bowl-contending team, and the Cleveland Browns seemed to have turned themselves around behind his performance and after dealing with seven weeks of subpar play from Deshaun Watson.
He then started to get shaky. He even turned to prayer, to ask God to "take his pick-6's away."
Finally, in Week 15, Winston closed the door on himself being the potential perfect bridge quarterback for the Browns in 2025.
With three interceptions against a Kansas City Chiefs defense that's been shaky all year long, Winston confirmed that Cleveland needs to look at a quarterback with their first round draft pick. He was electric in his first few starts for the Browns - even making some feel they could squeeze into the Wild Card in the AFC given how talented the roster is - but he completely fumbled it.
He was officially benched in the fourth quarter of the Browns' game against the Chiefs, with head coach Kevin Stefanski opting for Dorian Thompson-Robinson to essentially run the clock down and make the loss more tolerable.
Winston has yet to show that he can be a consistent starter in the NFL in his nine years playing for three different teams. It's valid to ask why anyone would think this version of him - older, rustier, and settled in his ways - would be any better than he had been in the past. But, the Browns needed to cling to any positivity, and Winston certainly provided that in his time as starter for the team.
Read more: 3 quarterback options Browns could pursue to replace Deshaun Watson
Now, the Browns once again have a decision to make at signal caller. With three more games to go on the season, Cleveland could opt for starting Thomson-Robinson and just accept a tank job as their fate. They can also keep trotting Winston out as the veteran option at the position. Either way, they don't have any reason to believe Winston is going to be the answer beyond this season.
Given recent reporting from Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com that the Browns plan on bringing Deshaun Watson back in 2025 and giving him a shot to compete for the starting job, it'd take a major signing or acquisition in the offseason to get Watson fully out of the way.
Whether that means drafting a competent rookie QB or signing another veteran QB on a prove it deal, it doesn't matter if Cleveland doesn't also revamp their offensive line and their running back room. But, one things for sure - Winston, regardless of pass protection, is simply not the solution to the Browns' Watson problem.
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Canada Post says operations to resume after nearly a monthlong strike
Canada Post said operations will resume at the national postal service on Tuesday after the nearly monthlong work stoppage
TORONTO -- Canada Post said operations will resume at the national postal service on Tuesday after the nearly monthlong work stoppage.
Workers went on strike after failing to reach a negotiated agreement with the primary postal operator in Canada over key issues, including wages, job security, and how to staff a proposed expansion into weekend delivery.
The federal government moved Friday to end the stoppage after Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon announced referring the dispute to the Canada Industrial Relations Board, an independent administrative tribunal that focuses on resolving workplace disputes.
However, the board determined late Sunday that negotiations are at an impasse after two days of hearings and ordered the nearly 55,000 workers to return to work. This will also extend the current collective agreement until May 22, 2025.
Canada Post said it has agreed with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers to implement a 5% wage increase retroactive to the day after the collective agreement expired.
The labor minister had previously rebuffed calls for Ottawa to intervene, saying it’s up to the two sides to work out a deal. But he said Canadians — especially small businesses, people in remote communities and Indigenous people — have suffered greatly as a result of the strike.
MacKinnon noted Canada Post is built to deliver letters but their volume has dropped dramatically and there is a highly competitive parcel delivery market.
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BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 16. The Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA) is set to announce its latest decision regarding the interest rate corridor (refinancing rate) parameters on December 18, Trend reports via CBA.
The Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA) outlined the main directions for its monetary policy for 2024 in a recent statement.
Notably, the CBA decided to keep its key interest rate unchanged at 7.25 percent on November 1.
The upper and lower limits of the interest rate corridor also remained unchanged, standing at 8.25 percent and 6.25 percent, respectively.
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Canadian aviation industry stakeholders discuss holiday travel preparations
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Germany's Scholz faces a confidence vote. It's expected to lead to an election in February
Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces a confidence vote in the German parliament that he’s expected to lose
BERLIN -- Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces a confidence vote in the German parliament on Monday that he's expected to lose, paving the way for the European Union's most populous member and biggest economy to hold an early election in February.
Scholz's notoriously rancorous three-party government collapsed on Nov. 6 when the chancellor fired his finance minister in a long-running dispute over how to revitalize Germany’s stagnant economy, and the minister's pro-business party quit the coalition. That left the remaining two center-left partners without a majority in parliament.
Leaders of several major parties then agreed that a parliamentary election should be held on Feb. 23, seven months earlier than originally planned. Post-World War II Germany's constitution doesn't allow parliament's lower house, or Bundestag, to dissolve itself — so a confidence vote is needed to set in motion the early election.
Scholz's Social Democrats hold 207 seats in the Bundestag and are expected to vote for the chancellor. Their remaining coalition partners, the environmentalist Greens, have 117 and plan to abstain. That should mean Scholz gets nowhere near the majority of 367 in the 733-seat chamber needed to win the confidence vote.
If Scholz loses, it will up to up to President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to decide whether to dissolve the Bundestag. Steinmeier, who said last month that “this country needs stable majorities and a government that is capable of acting,” has 21 days to make that decision. Once parliament is dissolved, the election must be held within 60 days.
In practice, the campaign is already well underway.
As he formally requested the confidence vote on Wednesday, Scholz said that voters will “decide in the election how we answer the big questions that we face.”
Those, he said, include whether Germany decides to “invest strongly in our future,” secure jobs and modernize its industry, keep pension levels stable and “come closer to a just peace in Ukraine without Germany being drawn into the war.” Germany has become Ukraine’s biggest military supplier in Europe, but Scholz also has refused to supply long-range Taurus cruise missiles over concerns of escalating the war with Russia.
Center-right challenger Friedrich Merz on Saturday predicted “one of the hardest election campaigns” in modern German history, as Scholz's Social Democrats “have their backs to the wall.” He said that it's crucial to make the economy more competitive, because “the competitiveness of our economy is the precondition for everything else.”
Polls show Scholz’s party trailing behind Merz's main opposition Union bloc. Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck, whose Greens are further back, is also bidding for the top job.
The far-right Alternative for Germany, which is polling strongly, has nominated Alice Weidel as its candidate for chancellor but has no chance of taking the job because other parties refuse to work with it.
Confidence votes are rare in Germany, a country of 83 million people that prizes stability. This is only the sixth time in its postwar history that a chancellor has called one.
The last was in 2005, when then-Chancellor Gerhard Schröder engineered an early election that was narrowly won by center-right challenger Angela Merkel.
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Kevin Stefanski hints at change at starting QB after Week 15 loss to Chiefs
Jameis Winston is far from why the Cleveland Browns are 3-11 in 2024. You have to factor in a few things for that horrendous record.
An injury ridden offensive line that cannot support any sort of offense outside of the passing game, a defense that's had some lapses after being so solid in 2023, and of course, starting the season out with Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback and keeping him there despite being the worst quarterback in the NFL through seven weeks all combined for 3-11.
Read more: Latest injury update on Nick Chubb is nightmare scenario for the Browns
But, you also cannot find many excuses for Winston's play the last several weeks. He's been a turnover machine, throwing the ball away three times against the Chiefs in Week 15 and never looking comfortable behind the O-line that's been trouble for any QB suiting up for Cleveland this season.
Before that three pick performance, though, Winston had a two pick game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Before that, a four pick performance against the Denver Broncos. And, Winston hasn't led the Browns to a victory since Week 12. So, it might be time for a change. Again.
Kevin Stefanski non-committal about starting QB in Week 16
Head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters after the Browns' third straight loss that he couldn't get into who would be starting at quarterback moving forward. That's a far cry from Stefanski's usual stance of commitment to his players after losses this season, which makes it seem like a change there is imminent.
Winston was benched for Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who also threw for a pick but also looked solid with his legs and in check down passes late in the Week 15 contest.
If Winston is benched for good, that'll make for the second benching of a starter for the Browns' offense in a row. The first was Dustin Hopkins, the Browns' struggling kicker who was inactive in Week 15 while Cleveland went with Riley Patterson at starting K, instead. Hopkins has a 64 percent accuracy rate on his field goals this season, which is the worst of his career.
This isn't necessarily the worst season of Winston's career, but it just goes to show that he cannot be Cleveland's answer at starting QB next year. While they might be bringing Watson back to compete for the spot, it doesn't seem like Winston's going to be trusted to compete for that position.
He's also a free agent in 2025, so it looks like if Winston is benched for the year, Week 15 was the last time we've seen him in a Browns uniform. The draft is likely where the Browns will be searching for a backup quarterback now.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster Gts. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster Gts 982 My20 2.5L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Alcantara Trim
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Alloy Wheels
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Dynamic Drive
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Driver Mode Selection
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Daytime Running Lights - LED
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Porsche Active Suspension Management
- Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Powered Sports Seats
- Powered Sports Seats 2 Way
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Apron - Painted
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Chrono Package
- Sports Design Pack
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tail Lights - Special
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wheel Centres - Special
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,960
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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https://www.whichcar.com.au/specs/2020-porsche-718-boxster-gts-982-my20-petrol-2d-roadster-SHu6llnMyn
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Canberra Airport CEO welcomes planned resumption of Qatar Airways service from Doha
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BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, December 16. The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of Kyrgyzstan, Akylbek Japarov, has resigned, Trend reports, referring to the press service of the Kyrgyz President.
The resignation was formalized through a decree signed by President Sadyr Zhaparov.
Notably, Akylbek Japarov has held the position of Prime Minister for three years, since October 13, 2021.
The official announcement regarding the appointment of a new Prime Minister to replace Japarov has not yet been made.
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https://en.trend.az/casia/kyrgyzstan/3982467.html
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A Memphis man is guilty of murdering his wife during their honeymoon, a Fiji court decides
A man from Memphis, Tennessee has been found guilty in a Fiji court of murdering his wife during their honeymoon in 2022, the prosecutor's office said Monday
WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- A man from Memphis, Tennessee has been found guilty by a judge in Fiji of murdering his wife during their honeymoon in 2022, the prosecutor’s office said Monday.
Bradley Robert Dawson, 40, killed his wife, Christe Chen, who was 36, at the exclusive Turtle Island resort in the Yasawa archipelago two days after the newlyweds arrived in Fiji, then fled by kayak to a nearby island. Chen was discovered in the couple's room by resort staff with multiple blunt trauma wounds to her head after the couple was heard arguing and did not appear at breakfast or lunch the next day.
Justice Riyaz Hamza found Dawson guilty in the Lautoka High Court last Thursday after a weeklong trial, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions said. Dawson had defended the charge.
The fact that Dawson was carrying his passport and other belongings with him when he was arrested indicated that he planned to flee, Hamza said, according to the Fiji Times newspaper. The judge said he was satisfied beyond reasonable doubt that Dawson and no one else had committed the offense.
The U.S. national, who remains in custody in Fiji, faces a mandatory term of life in prison when he is sentenced in January. Fiji law permits a presiding judge to set a minimum term to be served before a pardon is considered.
An attorney for Dawson did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
In 2022, a lawyer representing Christe Chen's parents said their daughter's body was so badly damaged that she could not be embalmed for return to the U.S. and her remains were cremated. Chen worked as a pastry chef before returning to school to become a pharmacist, and had worked in that capacity at a Kroger supermarket in Memphis.
The family's lawyer, Ronald Gordon — who did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Monday — said Chen and Dawson were heard arguing over dinner the night before the murder.
Dawson worked in the information technology department at Youth Villages, a nonprofit child welfare and support organization based in Memphis, the organization confirmed when he was arrested. An online records search showed no criminal arrests for Dawson in Shelby County, which includes Memphis.
The Turtle Island resort, where the pair stayed, is an exclusive and remote 500-acre island that accommodates only 14 couples at a time. Yasawa is a group of about 20 volcanic islands in the west of Fiji, an idyllic South Pacific island nation of 930,000 people.
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https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/memphis-man-guilty-murdering-wife-honeymoon-fiji-court-116817126
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Reckless disregard for voluntary informed consent - the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021
Further to my recent article on William Bay winning his case against Ahpra and the Medical Board of Australia:
William Bay’s case provides a long-awaited opportunity to shine the spotlight on Ahpra and the Medical Board, and their deliberate interference in the patient-practitioner relationship, in particular threatening practitioners from questioning taxpayer-funded vaccine products, which governments and other organisations/parties have imposed on the community via coercion and mandates, e.g. the COVID-19 vaccines.
In my article on William Bay’s case, I refer to one of my emails to Martin Fletcher, former CEO of Ahpra, and Anne Tonkin, former Chair of the Medical Board of Australia, which I also requested be circulated to all Members of the 15 National Boards, in July 2023.
My email challenges the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021 (now superseded), which was effectively a mandate for health practitioners to comply with the then Morrison Government’s plan for a compulsory Covid-19 vaccination policy, for Covid vaccination to be “as mandatory as you can possibly make it”, as announced by Scott Morrison in August 2020.
In his interview with Neil Mitchell, Scott Morrison boasted:
“I was the minister that established ‘No jab, no play’, so my view on this is pretty clear”.
Of course mandatory vaccination conflicts with practitioners’ obligation to obtain voluntary informed consent for vaccination.
By effectively mandating practitioners to comply with the Morrison Government’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout without question, the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021 severely compromised practitioners’ ability to fulfil their legal, ethical and moral obligation to obtain voluntary informed consent for this medical intervention.
See this copy of the AHPRA Position Statement, which is now ‘superseded’:
Please see below my email challenging the AHPRA Position Statement, addressed to Martin Fletcher, Anne Tonkin, and all Members of the 15 National Boards.
(The original version is publicly accessible via this link). I do not recall receiving acknowledgement or a response to my email from Martin Fletcher or Anne Tonkin.)
This is part of my extensive correspondence with Ahpra, the Medical Board, and other parties.
Email sent on Monday 31 July 2023
Subject: Reckless disregard for voluntary informed consent - the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021
For the attention of:
- Martin Fletcher, CEO, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Anne Tonkin, Chair, Medical Board of Australia
Please forward this email to all Members of the 15 National Boards who approved the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021
(Please see the list of current Members at the bottom of this email.)
Copied to: Matthew Hardy, AHPRA National Director Notifications (Re Notification Ref. No. 00531213 re Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly)
Dear Martin Fletcher, Anne Tonkin and Members of the 15 National Boards
The AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021 is effectively a mandate for health practitioners to comply with the then Morrison Government's plan for a compulsory Covid-19 vaccination policy, for Covid vaccination to be "as mandatory as you can possibly make it", as announced by Scott Morrison in August 2020.
On what authority do AHPRA and the Members of the 15 National Boards dictate to health practitioners on Covid-19 vaccination policy, impacting on health decisions for millions of people, including children?
Have Members of the National Boards breached codes of conduct by demanding health practitioners support the Morrison Government’s Covid-19 vaccination policy, a mass population vaccination rollout which has violated the legal and ethical obligation for voluntary informed consent for vaccination?
It's important to have transparency and accountability for the people responsible for the AHPRA Position Statement, because it appears whoever initiated, authored, and approved this document has little or no knowledge of the obligation for voluntary informed consent for vaccination, despite the fact AHPRA acknowledges this requirement in personal correspondence to me dated 20 September 2021, i.e.
"Practitioners have an obligation to obtain informed consent for treatment, including vaccination. Informed consent is a person's voluntary decision about health care that is made with knowledge and understanding of the benefits and risks involved."
In November 2022, the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care also confirmed to me:
"Informed consent should be obtained for every COVID-19 vaccination, as per usual consent procedures for other vaccinations."
The AHPRA Position Statement hyperlinks to the Home page of The Australian Immunisation Handbook - why didn’t it directly link to the section on Valid consent and explicitly quote the requirement for voluntary informed consent for vaccination?
"For consent to be legally valid, the following elements must be present...It must be given voluntarily in the absence of undue pressure, coercion or manipulation...It can only be given after the potential risks and benefits of the relevant vaccine, the risks of not having it, and any alternative options have been explained to the person." (My emphasis.)
The AHPRA Position Statement approved by Members of the 15 National Boards 'strongly encourages' health practitioners to be Covid-19 vaccinated themselves, and states: "Many registered health practitioners will have a vital role in COVID-19 vaccination programs and in educating the public about the importance and safety of COVID-19 vaccines to ensure high participation rates." (My emphasis.)
Are registered health practitioners, e.g. general practitioners, nurses and pharmacists, qualified to provide specialist information on Covid-19 and Covid-19 vaccination across the population? Are they qualified to ensure people give their voluntary informed consent for this medical intervention, or to refuse it if they so choose?
How have health practitioners handled the situation with people presenting before them under duress, e.g. under vaccination mandates set by the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC), led by Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly, and state and territory government mandates, and mandates set by employers and others?
How can health practitioners obtain valid consent from people being pressured, coerced and manipulated to submit to Covid-19 vaccination under vaccination mandates?
With the widespread acceptance of vaccination mandates across the medical profession, including for themselves, it appears most health practitioners do not understand that vaccination is a medical intervention for which voluntary informed consent must be obtained. This is a shocking revelation with serious ramifications for the community, with personal autonomy and bodily integrity damaged by vaccination mandates.
Have health practitioners been free to question the AHPRA Position Statement? It appears not, as the AHPRA Position Statement approved by Members of the 15 National Boards carries an implied threat against practitioners who might question Covid-19 vaccination policy, saying: "Any promotion of anti-vaccination statements or health advice which contradicts the best scientific evidence or seeks to actively undermine the national immunisation campaign (including via social media) is not supported by National Boards and may be in breach of the codes of conduct and subject to investigation and possible regulatory action." (My emphasis.)
Who decides what is 'the best scientific evidence', and is this open to question by health practitioners without penalty?
It seems it’s the Members of the 15 National Boards who are in breach of the codes of conduct, by approving the AHPRA Position Statement, which recklessly disregards the obligation for voluntary informed consent for vaccination, and coerces practitioners into unquestioning support for the then Morrison Government's Covid-19 vaccination policy, pressing these medical products across mass populations, regardless of individual disease risk and health status.
The AHPRA Position Statement is an overtly intimidating 'gag order', which has censored critical thinking about the Covid-19 vaccination rollout across most of the medical profession, along with the scientific establishment and academia, the political and judicial systems, and the mainstream corporate media, including the taxpayer-funded ABC and SBS. Open discussion on this subject has been deliberately impeded.
Martin Fletcher, Anne Tonkin and Members of the 15 National Boards, the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021 is a disastrous directive that has helped facilitate the violation of voluntary informed consent for Covid-19 vaccination.
What steps will AHPRA and the Members of the 15 National Boards take to acknowledge and redress the enormous damage done by the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021, which remains ongoing under the Albanese Government?
Please acknowledge receipt of this email, including that it has been forwarded individually to Members of the 15 National Boards.
Sincerely
Elizabeth Hart
Independent researcher investigating vaccine products and conflicts of interest in vaccination policy
* A highlighted copy of the AHPRA Position Statement 9 March 2021 is attached, along with other documents cited in this email.
Please forward this email to Members of the 15 National Boards listed below:
(Information provided by Amanda Watson, AHPRA National Complaints Manager, 21 July 2023 via hyperlink. See copy of webpage accessed 31 July 2023 attached.)
(Note: See original email via this link for the list of Members of the 15 National Boards.)
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https://elizabethhart.substack.com/p/reckless-disregard-for-voluntary
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Latest injury update on Nick Chubb is nightmare scenario for the Browns
As if the Cleveland Browns' Week 15 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs couldn't get any worse, the latest reporting on Nick Chubb's in-game foot injury should shake Browns fans even further.
After the 21-7 loss became final, Chubb was reportedly seen leaving the Browns' locker room in a walking boot and crutches. While no official injury update had been given by Cleveland after he went down, Chubb suffering any sort of lower body injury is sure to turn some heads for the worst.
Unfortunately, the walking boot and crutches were necessary as the star running back and one of the Browns' most beloved players broke his foot in the loss, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski in his postgame interview.
This makes Chubb's second injury in two season that'll have him sidelined, with his knee injury at the start of 2023 keeping him sidelined for the entire year last year. This injury will likely have him out for the rest of the year, as well, marking another brutal end to a campaign for the running back as he's been working hard to come back and help out this Browns offense.
Browns running back room will survive Chubb injury
Despite how bad this injury is for Chubb, the Browns aren't completely left in the lurch with their running back room. In their loss to the Chiefs, Jerome Ford had 84 rushing yards and one touchdown. He looked explosive, and given some more reps, might be able to carry this team's run game.
Aside from Ford, the Browns also have Pierre Strong Jr. waiting in the wings. However, it looks like Cleveland might need to call some players up from their practice squad as outside of Ford and Strong, the Browns have no healthy running backs that are active on their roster.
Chubb's injury might also inform the Browns' draft strategy. While it doesn't seem like they'll take a huge swing on Ashton Jeanty - they need to square away their offensive line first - it might be wise of the Browns to get some younger reinforcements to compete alongside Chubb and Ford in 2025. Chubb is also up for a new contract, but it's safe to say the Browns want to give him a shot.
Ford is set to have some huge plays over the last three weeks of the Browns' season. They still have the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, and Miami Dolphins to go up against - three elite offensive teams but three teams with question marks defensively. It's time for Ford to turn it up to replicate Chubb's potential production.
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https://dawgpounddaily.com/latest-injury-update-on-nick-chubb-is-nightmare-scenario-for-the-browns-01jf634yyrqj
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2 Week Deadline: $1,400 Average Check to New York State Residents
Residents of New York State are going to be getting an average check of $1,407 in the mail soon for certain people who are registered. Make sure you are signed up before the end of December. You have just about 2 weeks left.
Now is the time to make sure that you are registered in 2024.
New York State homeowners who qualify and meet all of the criteria will be getting the STAR check in the next few months. The STAR check is meant to help offset some of your school tax bill. New York State updated the 2024 Tax Star credit website mid-April this year.
The average check statewide from 2023 was $778 for the Basic STAR check and $1,407 for Enhanced STAR. The checks will start being processed in the Summer and most will be issued by September 11. You can look up you district and when you will get your check here.
If you have previously registered since owning your home, you will automatically get the credit/check.
How do I get signed up to receive the STAR check from New York State?
You must sign up for the program otherwise, you will not get a check. You can do it online or by phone.
What is the difference between the basic STAR check from New York State and the Enhanced STAR check? How do I get the ENCHANCED STAR Check?
The Basic STAR exemption is available to all eligible homeowners with incomes below $250,000, regardless of the owners’ age.
The Enhanced STAR exemption provides a larger benefit to seniors who meet the Enhanced income and eligibility standards. For starters, you need to be 65 or older by the end of 2024 and you must live in and own you home as your primary residence. Here are all of the criteria to get the ENCHANCED STAR check from the State?
- You own your home and it is your primary residence.
- You will be 65 or older by December 31, 2024. For jointly owned property, only one spouse or sibling must be at least 65 by that date.
- Your income must be $93,200 or less. The income limit applies to the combined incomes of all owners (residents and non-residents), and any owner’s spouse who resides at the property. For STAR purposes, income means federal adjusted gross income minus the taxable amount of total distributions from IRAs (individual retirement accounts and individual retirement annuities)
- To determine your income eligibility for the 2024 Enhanced STAR exemption, refer to your 2023 state or federal income tax return:
- Federal Form 1040. Adjusted gross income (line 11) minus taxable portion of IRA distributions (4B).
- New York State Form IT-201, Resident Income Tax Return
Check out the other criteria here on the New York State website.
You might already have your STAR benefits that automatically come off of your tax bill. Check the New York State website or your local town if you have any questions.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster Gts. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster Gts 982 My20 2.5L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Alcantara Trim
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Alloy Wheels
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Daytime Running Lights - LED
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Porsche Active Suspension Management
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Powered Sports Seats
- Powered Sports Seats 2 Way
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Apron - Painted
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Chrono Package
- Sports Design Pack
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tail Lights - Special
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wheel Centres - Special
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,690
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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CDFG opens Qeelin boutique at Hong Kong Airport T1
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Milan's Via MonteNapoleone usurps New York's Fifth Avenue as world's most upscale shopping street
Shoppers laden with bags from Fendi, Loewe, Prada and other designer labels clog the narrow sidewalks of Milan’s swankiest shopping street
MILAN -- Shoppers laden with bags from Fendi, Loewe, Prada and other designer labels clog the narrow sidewalks of Milan’s swankiest shopping street, bringing joy to the purveyors of high-end luxury goods this, and every, holiday season.
There’s even more to celebrate this year: a commercial real estate company has crowned Via MonteNapoleone as the world’s most expensive retail destination, displacing New York’s Fifth Avenue.
The latest version of American firm Cushman & Wakefield’s annual global index, which ranks shopping areas based on the rent prices they command, is a sign of Via MonteNapoleone’s desirability as an address for luxury ready-to-wear, jewelry and even pastry brands.
The average rent on the Milan street has surged to 20,000 euros per square meter ($2,047 per square foot), compared with 19,537 euros per square meter ($2,000 per square foot) on an 11-block stretch of upper Fifth Avenue.
Via MonteNapoleone’s small size — just 350 meters (less than one-quarter mile) long — and walking distance to services and top cultural sites are among the street's key advantages, according to Guglielmo Miani, president of the MonteNapoleone District association.
“Not everything can fit, which is a benefit’’ since the limited space makes the street even more exclusive and dynamic, said Miani, whose group also represents businesses on the intersecting side streets that together with Via MonteNapoleone form an area known as Milan’s Fashion Quadrilateral.
The biggest brands on the street make 50 million euros to 100 million euros in annual sales, Miani said, which goes a long way to paying the rent. Tiffany & Co. is preparing to take up residence on Via Montenapoleone, and long-time tenant Fendi is expanding.
The MonteNapoleone District says 11 million people visited the area this year through November, but there's no way to say how many were big spenders vs. window shoppers. The average shopper on Via MonteNapoleone spent 2,500 euros per purchase between August and November — the highest average receipt in the world, according to the tax-free shopping firm Global Blue.
The street is a magnet for holiday shoppers who arrive in Maseratis, Porsches and even Ferraris, the sports car's limited trunk space notwithstanding. Lights twinkle overhead, boutique windows feature mannequins engaged in warm scenes of holiday fun, and passersby snap photos of expertly decorated cakes in pastry shop displays.
A visitor from China, Chen Xinghan, waited for a taxi with a half-dozen shopping bags lined up next to him on the sidewalk. He said he paid half the price for a luxury Fendi coat that he purchased in Milan than he would have at home.
“I got a lot,’’ Chen acknowledged. “It’s a fantastic place, a good place for shopping."
A few store windows down, Franca Da Rold, who was visiting Milan from Belluno, an Italian city in the Dolomites mountain range, marveled at a chunky, meters-long knit scarf priced at 980 euros.
"I could knit that in one hour, using 12-gauge knitting needles as thick as my fingers, and thick wool. Maximum two hours,’’ Da Rold said, but acknowledged the brand appeal.
Despite upper Fifth Avenue getting bumped to the No. 2 spot on the Cushman & Wakefield list, the organization that serves as the Manhattan street's guardian and chief promoter had praise for MonteNapoleone’s achievement.
“Milan’s investment in its public realm is paying off, which is a win for their shoppers, businesses and city as a whole,’’ Madelyn Wils, interim president of the Fifth Avenue Association, said.
But she also expressed confidence that with new investments and a record year for sales on Fifth Avenue, “we’ll be back on top in no time.”
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Myles Garrett eye injury against Chiefs adds pain to disastrous Browns season
Myles Garrett was one sack away from reaching 100 sacks on his career in his eighth season with the Cleveland Browns headed into the team's Week 15 contest against the Kansas City Chiefs.
It was probably one of two positive storylines to follow for Browns fans in a lost 3-10 season against a 12-1 Chiefs team at home. That, and Jerry Jeudy being on the cusp of 1,000 yards on the season, were at least worth following.
Read more: The Cleveland Browns have a kicking problem - again
But, just after Kansas City's second touchdown of the game with about five minutes to go in the first half, Garrett went down in a heap and in obvious pain. He was grabbing his face, and just looked extremely uncomfortable. That's a terrible sign for such a tough player, and especially tough considering it was hard to tell what had even happened to Garrett on the play.
It appears that, potentially, Garrett got poked in the eye by Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Thuney on a pressure.
Garrett walked off the field under his own power with a towel over his face and went straight to the locker room, and Thuney followed him off the field to check to see if he was okay. According to CBS, the Browns staff also immediately inserted a visor into Garrett's helmet, which implies he expects to return.
Cleveland needs all the good they can get from players like Garrett to close out this season. He's a locker room leader and still one of the best defenders in the NFL. If he can't go for the rest of this game because of such a random injury, it'll just add literal insult to injury on a terrible Browns season and game against the back to back Super Bowl champions.
Update on Myles Garrett's injury in Week 15
Thankfully for Cleveland and Garrett, he ran back out onto the field after being down for about three minutes in the locker room getting his left eye checked out. He came back on with a visor, and it looks like he'll be good to go for the rest of the game barring any other issues with his eye.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S 982 My20 2.5L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Dynamic Drive
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Driver Mode Selection
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,960
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Porsche Active Suspension Management - $3,000
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Chrono Package - $3,770
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Sports Design Pack - $5,250
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Tail Lights - Special - $1,290
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear - $2,750
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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Cebu Pacific to increase passenger capacity by 24% to 26% in 2025: CCO
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| 2024-12-16T06:07:17Z
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Nick Chubb's foot injury against Chiefs threatens to derail recovery
Just when it seemed like Nick Chubb and Jerome Ford were getting some rhythm going together in the backfield, everything fell apart in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Chubb not only fumbled on a rush, but also had a pass meant for him picked off on a check down pass from Jameis Winston. It was just a bad performance from him all around, but to add to an already poor performance from the former All-Pro, he got hurt in the third quarter against the Chiefs.
A foot injury, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, is what sidelined Chubb on the play, and he was ruled out for the contest because of it. Any lower body injury to Chubb is going to be concerning, so it makes sense that the team played it safe and ruled him out because of the foot injury.
Browns injuries mount in Week 15 disaster vs. Chiefs
Chubb wasn't the only Browns player who suffered an injury in the Week 15 contest. Shelby Harris suffered an injury to his elbow, Myles Garrett was dealt a blow to his left eye that had him literally writhing in pain on the field, and Martin Emerson Jr. went into the blue tent and into the locker room with a potential concussion.
Read more: Myles Garrett eye injury against Chiefs adds pain to disastrous Browns season
The most concerning of these all is of course the Chubb injury. If the foot injury is in any way connected to his recent knee surgery, that's bad news for his recovery and attempt to vamp back up to 100 percent for Cleveland. He's been a shell of himself since returning to action in Week 7, but that's to be expected after his second major knee reconstruction.
In a losing season, it's fair to ask whether the team will just shut him down after this injury. There's no sense in risking further injury to him, and ahead of a free agency year for him, it'd be best to allow him to get to 100 percent in earnest so he can get a fair shot at a good contract with Cleveland.
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| 2024-12-16T06:07:19Z
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Changsha Airport exceeds 30m pax for 2024
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| 2024-12-16T06:07:24Z
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S 982 My20 2.5L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,690
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Porsche Active Suspension Management - $3,000
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Chrono Package - $3,770
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Sports Design Pack - $5,250
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Tail Lights - Special - $1,290
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear - $2,750
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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Charlotte Technical College, CCAA and Stellar Development break ground on Aviation Training Facility
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S 982 My21 2.5L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Dynamic Drive
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Driver Mode Selection
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,960
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Porsche Active Suspension Management - $3,000
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Chrono Package - $3,770
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Sports Design Pack - $5,250
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Tail Lights - Special - $1,290
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear - $2,750
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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| 2024-12-16T06:07:31Z
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What is it with Bill Murray and zombies!? Netflix adds his 'dead funny' comedy
Netflix has added the very entertaining The Dead Don't Die
What is it with Bill Murray and zombies? As one of the living dead in Zombieland, his "Do you have any regrets? Garfield, maybe." moment was a runaway highlight of the film, so it was only a matter of time before he returned to the world of the lurching dead. It came a few years later, this time under the direction of indie darling Jim Jarmusch for The Dead Don't Die (2019), which Netflix has just added.
Now, however, he's most definitely alive, as stoney-faced Chief Cliff Robertson, charged with looking after the residents of the sleepy town of Centerville. While he and his deputy, Officer Ronnie Peterson (Adam Driver), are stopping for coffee and doughnuts at the town’s diner, there’s full-scale carnage taking place in the moonlit cemetery. Flesh-eating zombies are at large and, as the ravenous swarm descends on the once-peaceful town, all the humans realize they’re at risk of being an endangered species. Led by their police officers, they band together to defend their homes, but will the dead actually die?
Zombie movies aren't known for their sense of humor. The apocalypse imagined by Edgar Wright in Shaun Of The Dead is perhaps the closest they get to a riotous comedy, but with its ironic tone, sense of the ridiculous and a good helping of laugh-out-loud moments, The Dead Don’t Die isn't far behind. As a horror pastiche, it won't give you white knuckles or jump scares. That's not the point for Jarmusch, who is more interested in gently poking fun at the genre and its conventions, up-ending them all and doing it with affection and a wry smile.
Murray's deadpan style of humor is the perfect match for the director’s vision, while Driver displays an unexpected knack for sardonic humor. And he shamelessly sends up his own physical attributes: the sight of him squeezing his long, angular frame in and out of a tiny two-seater car is one of the film’s most joyous visual gags.
The classy cast also includes Steve Buscemi, Chloe Sevigny, a rising young actor by the name of Austin Butler and Tilda Swinton, as a formidable Scottish mortician who’s never more at home than when wielding a samurai sword. She and Driver are totally in on the joke.
There’s a broad vein of social comedy running through the film as well. It’s no remake of George A Romero's Dawn Of The Dead with its attack on consumerism: here the living dead stagger around in search of cheap chardonnay, coffee and wi-fi, even managing to utter the magic words. Their rampage across the Fargo-esque town and the sense that the cast relish fighting them off could easily earn The Dead Don’t Die a spot on the Netflix charts in the run-up to Christmas. After all, who doesn’t enjoy a gruesome giggle before the festivities set in?
The Dead Don’t Die has been added on Netflix in the US and UK on Monday, December 16.
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| 2024-12-16T06:07:33Z
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The world’s first wooden satellite has been deployed to Earth orbit from the International Space Station (ISS). The ISS Research X account posted footage of a trio of cubesats, including Japan’s LignoSat, recently emerging from the orbital outpost into the vacuum of space.
Wood you look at that! LignoSat recently deployed from @Space_Station. @JAXA_en's wooden satellite investigates how wood survives in the space environment and transmits data. Findings could offer a more sustainable alternative to conventional satellites. https://t.co/jD6OmunG4w pic.twitter.com/voK3DBKb5i
— ISS Research (@ISS_Research) December 13, 2024
The wooden satellite arrived at the ISS aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft in early November. The LignoSat will remain in orbit for six months and help researchers to learn about the effectiveness of wooden satellites in space as scientists look for more sustainable designs.
The satellite was developed jointly by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry. To build the satellite, the team used hinoki — a type of magnolia tree native to Japan — after it was found to have impressive resistance against cracking, thermal stress, cosmic rays, and solar radiation. The LignoSat was constructed with 10-centimeter-long wooden panels using traditional Japanese techniques that do without screws or glue.
Sensors aboard the cubesat will gather data that will enable the researchers to monitor the LignoSat’s performance and find out how well it can handle the harsh conditions of space.
Currently, when a metal satellite is decommissioned in low-Earth orbit, operators attempt to dispose of it by sending it into Earth’s atmosphere whereupon most of it burns up during a high-speed descent. The problem is with the parts that don’t burn up. Some pieces can reach the surface of Earth, while the resulting aluminum oxide particles end up polluting the environment. Beside some traces of biodegradable ash, satellites made of wood will completely disintegrate and help to reduce the amount of space junk in near-Earth orbit.
“Early 1900s airplanes were made of wood,” Kyoto University forest science professor and LignoSat team member Koji Murata told Reuters last month. “A wooden satellite should be feasible, too.”
Murata added that wood is more durable in space than on Earth because there’s no water or oxygen to rot or inflame it, and also noted its minimal environmental impact at the end of its life. The researchers have even said that if a way can be found to grow trees on the moon or Mars, wood could also become a vital construction material for colonies in space.
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AuburnSports.com publisher Jay G. Tate offers a concise review of the Tigers' addition of both tailback Durell Robinson and punter Hunter Kaak. The program also looks to be in good shape for at least two more players at critical positions. Who will be the next guy to commit? Also, THE BEAST LIST gets a third update!
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Car Rental Statistics By Revenue, Sales, Users And Region
Updated · Dec 16, 2024
WHAT WE HAVE ON THIS PAGE
Introduction
Car Rental Statistics: Car rental statistics help to get a fair idea regarding the vibes and recent augmentation the industry has made in its dynamic behavioral front. Brought up these days by many counted representatives in the industry, the market has been showing substantial growth in several parts over the years owing to different factors. In terms of the rise in demand from domestic and international travel and tourism, popularly known ride-sharing services, and increasing flexibility of modes, the situation of car rental is poised for a large market in 2024 owing to propelling demand from leisure as well as business customers.
Let us now see these emerging market trends and statistics.
Editor’s Choice
- Concise Fragmented Lesser Than Recognized Words: Volkswagen is the winner in the car rental market in Lithuania, Norway, and Latvia, with an average of 68%, 57%, and 51% for these countries, respectively.
- According to Car rental statistics, Corporate clients account for approximately 25% of the overall revenue from car rentals. US$99.54 bn is projected by the industry to be realized in revenues within 2023.
- The global market for car rentals is traveling through stupendous growth from 2022 to 2032 at an annual growth rate of 8.70%.
- Car rental statistics reveal that the Asian market car rentals are forecast to add 348.9 million new users by the year 2027.
- In the United States, there are more than 2 million economy-class rental vehicles. By 2026, the total number of car rental users worldwide will reach 602.2 million.
- The U.S. currently accounts for nearly 50% of the total market worldwide in annual revenues for car rentals, and the number of car rental users in the U.S. is forecasted to rise up to 108.5 million by the year 2027.
- The car rental statistics survey was primarily based on and incorporated factors such as experience and preferences that developed among UK customers when using car rental services. It, therefore, yielded brand-wise findings whereby a maximum of 84% cited Enterprise Rent-A-Car as a provider of choice.
- Popular rental vehicles in New Zealand and Australia include Toyota and Hyundai. The car rental business generated US$81.32 billion in revenue points in 2022.
- The leisure segment constitutes about 55% of the total market share, while the commercial sector consists of 45%.
- The industry saw a 27.4% decrease in revenue in 2020, and as compared to 2019, there had been some changes from the previous two rates.
- Car rental statistics indicate that Hertz was one of the biggest names in car rental and saw how revenues fell by 56% in the year 2020. It filed for bankruptcy and exited in 2021.
- In the United States in 2021, the car rental industry employed 132,908 individuals. Of them, it was found that 50.5% were car rental agents, while others might aggregate with both genders.
- Since they are under 25 years of age, they are given an auto rental surcharge called Young Renter in New York and Michigan when renting cars there.
(Source: coolest-gadgets.com)
- Car rental statistics state that growth in the car rental market across the globe is stupendous from 2022 to 2032, with an annual growth rate of 8.70%.
- The market made US$122 billion in revenues in 2022, which raised to US$133 billion in 2023, and this trend will carry on with projected revenues of US$143 billion in 2024, US$158 billion in 2025, and US$174 billion in 2026.
- The industry is anticipated to generate US$187 billion in 2027, which will subsequently grow to US$197 billion in 2028; then, revenues will continue to grow so that by 2029 and 2030, the industry will generate US$214 billion and US$230 billion, respectively.
- The market will attain US$250 billion in 2031 before finally estimating an impressive height of US$275 billion in 2032. The growth comes at a clear level, thus showing that the demand for cars may be growing in the global car rental industry.
Car Rental Revenue
(Reference: statista.com)
- To be steady, the global revenue in the “Car Rentals” segment of the shared mobility market will increase between 2024 and 2029.
- Car rental statistics show that during these five years, such revenues would grow by US$19.8 billion, which brings overall growth to 18.94%.
- Therefore, this continuous upward trend will consequently bring a total estimated revenue of around US$124.1 billion by the year 2029, reaching the highest level ever. This happens to be the ninth consecutive year of revenue growth for this income source, proving that there is a strong and sustained increase in demand for car rental services.
- The pattern of growth in recent years shows the growing importance of car rentals as a product within the shared mobility market, as it drives urbanization, technological advancement, and changes in consumer behavior preference towards flexible and on-demand travel solutions.
Global Car Rental Rates
(Reference: statista.com)
- Car rental statistics highlight the trends of average global car rental rates during the period from 2009 to 2018 concerning annual growth.
- In 2014, the average global car rental rate went up by 2.2% as compared to other years, which is relatively more compared to many other years. Demand during that time or adjustments in the market could have been an implication.
- Up to 2018, when rent prices increased slowly, a mere 0.6% increase was forecasted with the comparison to the previous year, 2017.
- This slower growth pattern suggests a more stable or competitive market, which implies reduced fluctuations in pricing. The difference between 2014 and 2018 highlights the reduction from greater growth rates to lesser growth rates regarding the increase in car rentals.
Top Car Rental Companies
(Source: statista.com)
- January 17 figures into the news for Statista, a market and consumer data provider, and announces that company lists for car rentals in the U.K. have recently been prepared on the findings of a Consumer Insights survey.
- The survey revolved around the experience and preferences UK customers gained from car rental services.
- Car rental statistics show that brand-wise conclusions stated that a maximum of 84% mentioned Enterprise Rent-A-Car in August 2022 if asked by the respondents to prefer the same company again.
- It was closely followed by Hertz (77%), Europcar (76%), and ACE (74%), with only about 50% of the cases expressing willingness to return to National.
- Furthermore, the Brand Profiler research unveiled these key drivers in consumer choice. About 22% preferred familiar and trusted brands, while 17% considered low price more important than quality.
- It is also noted that only 15% of the respondents reported being well informed on car rental services, which reflects a huge gap in knowledge among consumers on this issue.
(Source: statista.com)
- Car rental statistics reveal that 54% of Gen Z respondents in a Statista survey (July 2023 – June 2024) conducted within the U.S. said it is important to own a car; this figure is compared with 69% of baby boomers.
- 66% of Gen X (born 1965-1979) agreed that owning a car is important. About 62% of millennials made the same assertion.
- Overall, 62% of more than 10,000 U. S. respondents believed car ownership is important.
- Indeed, attitude change is more of a generational shift in public transport accessibility in India.
- Federal investments in long-distance and regional transit networks meant to reduce reliance on personal vehicles are Brightline West High-Speed Intercity Rail System, linking Greater Los Angeles to Las Vegas, and the Hudson Tunnel Project, furthering connections between New Jersey and New York.
- Indeed, such massive public transport projects face opposition from people in some of the car-centric regions, particularly Los Angeles.
- Currently, California’s statewide high-speed rail project is delayed, having been touted to cost over 150 billion dollars by several estimates after its inception back in 2008.
Car Rentals By Sales
(Reference: statista.com)
- The last five years have seen a growing trend of online bookings in car rentals, making offline rentals only an average of 40% of all rentals.
- For example, 39% of rentals were offline, while 61% were conducted online in 2017. This continued in 2018 with a 38:62-offline-online ratio.
- In the following three years, 2019, 2020, and 2021, the trend remained the same, with the ratios of 37:63, 36:64, and 35:65, respectively. In 2022, 34% of all rentals were offline, while 66% were online.
- The expected offline-to-online ratio for 2023 should fall between 33:67. The successive forecasts from 2024, 2025, 2026, to 2027 depict a consistent shift in this direction with ratios of 31:69, 30:70, 29:71, and finally, 28:72, thus presaging the dominance of online rentals shortly.
Car Rentals Users
(Reference: statista.com)
All these analyses give an overview of car rental industry scenarios in the last five years about the Car rental statistics trends shown in the number of users:
- 2019: The global number of car rental users stands at 412.7 million.
- 2020: In a big fall, users fell to just 284.6 million. Of course, COVID-19 hit travel and rental activities across the board.
- 2021: As travel started recovering, the number of users rose to 339.7 million.
- 2022: The number of users increased further to 417.3 million, indicative of the continuing uplift and development of the industry.
- 2023: This year, the number of users is expected to be 512.2 million, which is steady in terms of recovery.
- 2024: The number is projected to reach 567.2 million.
- 2025: Projections, like previous ones, indicate a foreseen increase, such as an anticipated figure of 585.5 million users.
- 2026: It will amount to 601.4 million users for this final year.
- 2027: By the end of these years, the expected increase stands at 616.5 million users.
Car Rental By Region
Worldwide
- Car rental statistics indicate that the global car rental market is forecasted to garner revenues of up to US$104.40 billion by 2024; thereon, until 2029, it will have an annual growth rate of approximately 3.52%, yielding a projected market volume of around US$124.10 billion by 2029.
- Additionally, such users are projected to increase to 0.82 billion by 2029, with user penetration gradually increasing from 7.7% in 2024 to 10.1% in 2029.
- The expected average revenue per user is forecasted to stand at US$175.40. By 2029, 75% of revenue in the car rental market would be through online sales.
- Even in the global scenario, the highest revenue would be generated from the United States: expected US revenues in this market in the year 2024 sum to US$31.54 billion.
- US car rental companies will now also offer flexible rental options and loyalty programs to cater to the growing trend of ride-sharing services.
Asia
- The car rental market in Asia is expected to reach 348.9 million users by the year 2027. At the same point, online sales will account for 68% of the total revenue in the region.
- Following a CAGR of 6.08%, the market is likely to reach US$51.71 billion by the year 2027, with an average revenue per user (ARPU) of US$141.40.
- Predictions from this year’s revenue in Asia are expected to stand at US$40.84 billion, given that user penetration is standing at 6.4% and is expected to grow to 7.5% by 2027.
Europe
- The penetration projected by users in Europe was at 6.4% last 2023, which would increase to 7.5% in 2027.
- From 63.4 million users expected by 2027 in the European car rental market, 72% of that figure is expected for revenues generated from online sales.
- Meanwhile, the ARPU in Europe is projected to be US$279.60. The market is likely to have US$15.11 billion in revenue by 2023 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 5.46% to reach US$18.69 billion by 2027.
Africa
- In Africa, car rental revenue will reach US$3.57 billion in 2023, with an average revenue per user (ARPU) of US$53.90. By 2027, 56% will be composed of online revenue, and it is expected that the market will reach 91 million users.
- For 2023, user penetration is to be estimated at 5.3% and is going to be 6.6% by 2027. Revenue will grow at 8.47% annually to reach US$4.94 billion by 2027.
Americas
- In the Americas, it is expected that about US$38.5 billion in revenue will be generated by the car rental market by 2023.
- The user number will increase to 108.5 million by 2027, while the user penetration is expected to rise from 9.8% in 2023 to 10.4% by 2027.
- The average revenue per user is expected to be US$390. By the same year, 77% of revenue in the American market is expected to be generated from online sales.
- CAGR is expected at around 2.44%, which translates into an expected market size of about US$42.4 billion by 2027.
APAC
- The estimates related to the car rental markets in APAC regions are more than US$37.94 billion in the year 2024, with a CAGR of 3.10% from 2024 to 2029, and thus a total projection of the volume by 2029 is US$44.20 billion.
- It is also expected that the number of such users will reach up to around 459.8 million by the year 2029, while user penetration will experience an increase from around 7.5% in 2024 to around 10.4% by 2029.
- In the APAC Region, average revenue per user (ARPU) is projected to be at US$118.60, with 73% of total revenue coming from online sales by 2029.
- The largest expected revenue-generating country globally is the United States, which is expected to generate US$31.54 billion in 2024.
(Source: statista.com)
- The car rental market globally includes Rent a Car, which is dominated by several key players.
- Car rental statistics reveal that the largest share has been held by Hertz Car Rental, which secures 10% of the total.
- This is then followed by the 11% Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Coming in next is Avis with an 8%. From then on, smaller portions are allocated to other companies, such as SIXT and Zoomcar with 4% each.
- Other notable companies include Budget and Europcar, which account for 3% each, while Getaround, National Car Rental, and SOCAR Malaysia make up 2% each.
- The other 50% is composed of all the other companies. Thus, it gives a clear picture of how the global car rental industry has a wide reach, with bigger and smaller brands.
Conclusion
Thus, the car rental system would continue to be a very relevant branch of the international transportation powers and would see favorable growth changes in a lot of trends affecting its future course. It is expected that, up to the year 2023, the projected revenue of the car rental industry will reach USD 99.54 billion.
The industry will serve 602.2 million customers by 2026 for further substantial growth opportunities, especially in the Asian market, which is projected to gain 348.9 million users by 2027.
Sources
FAQ.
The global car rental industry is set to grow significantly from 2022 to 2032 at an annual growth rate of 8.70%. Revenue is projected at $143 billion in 2024 and around $175 billion by 2026, while the final target is $275 billion by 2032.
Major players dominate the global car rental market, with Hertz capturing 10% of the pie, followed by 11% by Enterprise Rent-A-Car and 8% by Avis. The remaining companies, such as SIXT, Zoomcar, Budget, Europcar, Getaround, National Car Rental and SOCAR Malaysia, have a market share between 2 and 4%.
Online bookings have recorded steady growth, with 66% of car rentals booked online in 2022. This trend is likely to continue as projections suggest that 72% of car rentals are expected to be booked online by 2027, indicating the growing turn towards the online platform for booking.
With a projected revenue of $31.54 billion in 2024, the American car rental market will account for nearly half of the world market. This value is then expected to rise to $38.5 billion by 2027, mostly on online revenues, depicting 77%.
By 2027, 348.9 million users are expected in Asia’s car rental market. The region is estimated to follow a 6.08% CAGR and reach revenues of $51.71 billion by this year. Online sales are expected to account for 68% of total revenues in Asia by 2027.
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Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 16: Mach Conferences & Events Limited (MCEL) (BSE: MCEL) is proud to announce the formation of a specialized department for Religious Tourism, aimed at managing and promoting Mahakumbh Mela 2025 packages, including the highly sought-after Shahi Snan (Royal Bath) days. The key Snan dates for Mahakumbh 2025 are as follows:
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* Mauni Amavasya (Second Shahi Snan): January 29, 2025
* Basant Panchami (Third Shahi Snan): February 3, 2025
* Achla Saptami: February 4, 2025
* Maghi Poornima: February 12, 2025
* Maha Shivratri: February 26, 2025
This newly formed division is under the guidance of our Senior Management Team, with Ankita Gulati at the helm. Leveraging her expertise and strategic leadership, this division is focused on delivering a seamless and unforgettable experience for all customers.
To support this initiative, MCEL has also set up a dedicated call centre to assist prospective customers. The call centre will offer personalized support, address inquiries, and guide customers through the booking process, ensuring they have all the information and assistance they need.
"The formation of this specialized department and the establishment of a call centre reflect our commitment to enhancing the customer experience for Mahakumbh Mela 2025 packages. Our aim is to provide exceptional service and convenience, especially for the highly anticipated Shahi Snan days," said Amit Bhatia, Chairman & Managing Director of the company.
MCEL remains devoted to delivering outstanding value and services to its customers, and this initiative represents a significant step in our journey toward creating unparalleled experiences for all stakeholders.
About Mach Conferences & Events Limited:
Mach Conferences & Events Ltd. (BSE: MCEL) is a globally recognized leader in the MICE industry, offering comprehensive solutions for organizing corporate conferences, training programs, and incentive events. The company is known for its exceptional service delivery and dedication to crafting unique, impactful events for its clients.
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China Southern Airlines commences Beijing Daxing-Melbourne service
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China Southern Airlines recently launched a four times weekly Beijing Daxing-Sydney service with A330-300 equipment on 13-Dec-2024, marking it as the sole operator on the route1 2. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's chief of aviation stated that connectivity with mainland China was improving and noted that the Chinese market recovery had surpassed pre-pandemic capacity levels3.
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CARTOONS: Why Fruit Loops make you fruity
December 15, 2024 - 9:00 pm
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from across the U.S. and world.
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SCOTT DETROW, HOST:
Starting January 1, all Italian companies will be required to carry insurance against natural disasters. The move comes as Italy faces more and more of them made more extreme by global warming. The G20 Climate Risk Atlas estimates that without reducing emissions drastically to address the climate crisis, Italy could lose nearly 4% of its GDP by 2050. That's tens of billions of dollars. To help us understand more about the new policy and how it compares to what other countries are doing to manage climate risks. We are joined by Petra Hielkema, chairperson for the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority. Welcome to ALL THINGS CONSIDERED.
PETRA HIELKEMA: Thank you. Thank you, Scott, for having me.
DETROW: Let's start with this. Can you, first of all, just help us understand the logic behind this lawj? Like, how does carrying insurance against natural disasters contribute to these broader climate goals?
HIELKEMA: Yeah, that's a great question. And it's a question, actually, that is asked in many capitals of the world, I would almost say. Why? What we've seen is that with climate change, there's a lot of climate events that are happening in many countries, also in Italy, and they range from floods to drought to thunderstorms that result in damages. Some of those damages are insured but not a lot. And so often, the government steps then in and covers for losses.
This has become unsustainable. And the reason for that is that major disasters keep happening at a pace much quicker, faster than we have seen so far. And that means that damages are going up very quickly as well. And as such, the question is, if this trend - and it's likely to continue - of more damages per year because of climate events is continuing, how are we going to pay for the damages?
DETROW: So is the goal to help make sure that all of the costs are paid for, or is the goal to make businesses better understand the real cost here and maybe not build in the vulnerable place to begin with?
HIELKEMA: Well, I think that is exactly what we need to get to. I think the first, of course, is that you want to - I think everyone wants people to get help. I mean, if you look at the television, you see the events, help is needed, and rebuilding is needed. However, at the same time, we also need to ask ourselves, can we limit the damages? Can we avoid damages? And that can indeed mean that you don't build somewhere or you move. But it could also mean that you adapt, actually, buildings. And having insurance in the place is actually putting risk managers in a position not only to assess the risk and pay when things happen, but also to assess the risk and then indicate what measures could be taken to avoid damages in the future.
DETROW: So we're talking about Italy here. I'm curious what other countries are doing. Are there similar policies or laws in place? Is this a conversation elsewhere?
HIELKEMA: This is definitely a conversation in Europe but also in the U.K. and elsewhere. Very concrete, Spain and Italy have schemes currently in place that are addressed not only to businesses, but also to citizens. So does Switzerland. We have been assessing 12 of these schemes now, and we will be publishing a report next Wednesday where we will discuss these schemes but also do some proposals on what you could think of when you want to establish a scheme like this also on an EU level.
DETROW: That is Petra Hielkema, chairperson for the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority. Thank you so much for helping us understand this a little better.
HIELKEMA: Thanks, Scott.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Boxster S 982 My21 2.5L Petrol 2D Roadster
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,690
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Porsche Active Suspension Management - $3,000
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Chrono Package - $3,770
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Sports Design Pack - $5,250
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Tail Lights - Special - $1,290
- Torque Vectoring Differential Rear - $2,750
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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PRNewswire
New Delhi [India], December 16: SWITCH Mobility Ltd, subsidiary of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, and a leading manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles unveiled its contemporary electric bus platform SWITCH EiV12 - the low floor electric city bus for the Indian market on December 11, 2024. It is India's First Low-Floor City Bus with Chassis-mounted batteries, featuring a scalable battery capacity of over 400+ kWh.
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* Nitin Gadkari officially unveils the new line up of SWITCH electric buses for India and the world
The vehicle was launched by Nitin Gadkari Minister for Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, in the presence of Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman of Hinduja Group Companies (India), other dignitaries, and industry leaders.
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On the occasion, SWITCH E1, engineered for the European Market, was flagged off virtually. Both these buses share common design philosophies and EV architecture.
The purpose-built SWITCH EiV12 platform is indigenously designed, developed and manufactured for urban city commutes, offering global standards in performance, safety, reliability, and comfort. With seating for up to 39 passengers, the SWITCH EiV12 leads its segment, offering maximum revenue potential for operators.
Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman of the Hinduja Group of Companies (India) observed while launching these vehicles, "These buses are a tribute to the PM's Make in India vision: made in India, for India and the World. SWITCH Mobility is inspired to launch newer vehicles with cutting-edge technology and zero carbon emissions, only because of the wonderful road infrastructure that is coming up in India, owing to visionaries like Modi Ji and implementers like Gadkari Ji."
Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of SWITCH Mobility, said, "The launch of the SWITCH EiV12 and the flagging off of the SWITCH E1 for Spain is a proud milestone for the Hinduja Group and Ashok Leyland, underscoring our commitment to sustainable mobility. In addition to the EiV12 and E1, SWITCH is developing a range of new products to expand our global offerings. At SWITCH Mobility, we are driving a greener future and advancing our long-term vision to democratize electric mobility worldwide."
Mahesh Babu, Chief Executive Officer, SWITCH Mobility, said, "At SWITCH Mobility, we're excited to unveil two new products for India and Europe, both built on our Global EV architecture. These innovations harness cutting-edge EV technology to deliver superior efficiency, safety, and passenger comfort. Our low-floor electric city bus, designed for optimal energy performance and accessibility, has garnered an overwhelming 1,800 orders--proof of the market's confidence in SWITCH Mobility's vision for a sustainable urban transport future."
The India electric city bus market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21% by 2030 with an EV penetration of 70%. The total parc for electric city buses is likely to cross 70,000 units by 2030.
The SWITCH EiV12 sets a new benchmark in passenger comfort, safety, and technology, reshaping the EV landscape. Its low-floor entry with a kneeling mechanism ensures easy ingress and egress, while the automated wheelchair ramp and dedicated spaces make it accessible for differently abled passengers. Designed with women's safety in mind, it is equipped with 5 CCTV cameras with no blind spots and includes 5 dedicated seats for women. The expansive panoramic glass area, the largest in its segment, offers superior visibility, naturally lit interiors, and enhanced safety. Powered by SWITCH iON, the proprietary telematics system, the SWITCH EiV12 offers real-time vehicle health monitoring, ITMS and efficient fleet management. Its efficient rear-end dual-gun charging interface not only ensures rapid recharging but also optimizes depot spaces, while an IP67 rated battery lets the bus deal with flooded roads with ease.
The SWITCH E1, the latest innovation designed specifically for the European market, showcases cutting-edge engineering with a lightweight monocoque construction, ensuring optimal efficiency and performance. The SWITCH E1 features in-wheel motors and a flat gangway layout throughout the bus, providing seamless movement and accessibility for passengers. With its triple-door configuration (front, center, and rear), the bus offers unmatched convenience for quick boarding and alighting, perfectly suited for urban transit systems. Capable of accommodating up to 93 passengers, including standees, the SWITCH E1 sets a new benchmark in sustainable, passenger-centric public transportation.
About SWITCH Mobility
SWITCH Mobility, part of the Hinduja Group and a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, is a global electric bus and light commercial vehicle manufacturer committed to advancing green mobility. Formed through a strategic collaboration between the engineering expertise of the Indian powerhouse Ashok Leyland and the British bus maker Optare, it seamlessly integrates the very best innovators and cutting-edge technology to deliver unrivalled product choices on a global scale. In 2014, SWITCH (then Optare) introduced the first British built, pure electric buses to London's roads and since then has put over 950 EVs on the road, clocking up over 130 million kilometers globally.
SWITCH Mobility's accomplishments are underscored by numerous awards, such as Most Trusted Brand of India, Company of the Year, L&ICV People Mover of the Year, Star Electric Bus of the Year, Sustainability Award, Best PR Campaign, and Most Trusted Brand of the Nation. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, SWITCH Mobility cultivates a corporate culture that values agility, innovation, and responsibility.
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EDITORIAL: Time is ripe to change the nation’s fiscal course
December 15, 2024 - 9:00 pm
David Walker ran the Government Accountability Office for a decade, under both a Republican and Democratic president. Elected officials should take him seriously when he warns that the nation is headed for fiscal blowup.
“The fuse has been lit on our debt bomb,” Walker, who led the GAO from 1998 until 2008, told members of the House Budget Committee last week, “and there are many indications that our time to defuse it is getting short. For example, there is an increasing gap between the amount of debt we need to issue to finance our huge deficits and refinance maturing debt and the appetite of traditional purchasers of Treasury debt.”
He went on to say, “The federal government has grown too big, promised too much, subsidized too many, undercut states’ rights and lost control of the budget.”
Mr. Walker states the obvious. Unfortunately, the obvious doesn’t always align with the short-term objectives of senators and members of the House. But as the nation spills more and more red ink — the debt now approaches $37 trillion and has doubled in less than a decade — further congressional dithering on the subject could have disastrous consequences.
Mr. Walker told the House panel that there is a 70 percent chance of a major debt crisis by 2030 that would trigger “serious adverse economic security, national security, diplomatic and domestic tranquility consequences,” he said. “This is not just a fiscal challenge, it is a generational imperative.” Middle-class households would be particularly hard hit, he observed.
During testimony, he endorsed Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency initiative and advocated for the creation of a fiscal sustainability commission to recommend a better course forward. Both are fine ideas. But it ultimately remains up to elected officials to make the difficult choices necessary to hit the brakes before overshooting the cliff.
“We’ve got major fiscal problems and a completely unsustainable fiscal trajectory,” said Rep. Jodey Arrington, the Texas Republican who chairs the committee. “I haven’t heard anyone, Democrat or Republican, witness or member, that doesn’t accept that fact. We won’t know when the dominoes fall on us in a sovereign debt crisis, it’s going to be difficult to put the pieces back together and maintain our global leadership.”
In the meantime, interest payments on the debt overwhelm budgets and threaten to crowd out other spending.
Donald Trump’s previous term wasn’t noted for austerity. But after the disastrous Biden administration spending binge, conditions are ripe for Congress and the incoming administration to reverse decades of inaction and take measures to ensure the country turns back from the fast-approaching fiscal cliff.
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Thousands of people have been freed from Syria's prisons with the toppling of the Assad regime there. But those thousands are just a fraction of the people who have disappeared into those prisons. NPR's Emily Feng has the story of one man who has been found and of the heartbreak for families who still search.
EMILY FENG, BYLINE: George Hawami grew up hearing stories of his father, who disappeared when he was just 10 months old.
GEORGE HAWAMI: At the beginning, they were telling me that he's traveling. He's abroad - he's working abroad.
FENG: Working abroad. But in truth, his father was part of a Christian militia in Lebanon and had been kidnapped there and taken across the border by Syrian troops.
G HAWAMI: We thought that we will never see him again.
FENG: A now-33-year-old son was glued to the news as rebel forces made a lightning offensive, taking the Syrian capital of Damascus. They smashed into Assad's prisons, breaking open cells.
No. Have your coffee first.
SUHEIL HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic.)
FENG: And one of the prisoners let out was Hawami's father.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: This is Suheil Hamawi, George's father, now 61 years old. We all sat down together just two days after he'd returned home to Lebanon.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: The elder Hawami recounts to us the years of torture and solitary confinement he endured, being ferried between prisons, including a long confinement in Syria's notorious Sednaya prison.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: But this December 8, everything changed. Hawami tells us he heard a commotion outside the prison. Rebels were fighting their way in.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: He says the guards just abandoned their posts.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: And as he stumbled out of the prison into the morning light, he says he found himself amid gun battles. So he ran, found a phone and dialed a family number he'd committed to memory. His son picked up.
How long was your father away for?
G HAWAMI: Thirty-two years and five days.
FENG: The first place Hawami senior told his son he wanted to go after being freed was here, where we are sitting together - the home in northern Lebanon where he was kidnapped in 1991. It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea, whose waves he now gazes towards constantly.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: A sound he says he has not heard in more than three decades. And he's considered one of the lucky ones. Other families in Lebanon are still hoping for a reunion of their own.
UNIDENTIFIED PEOPLE: (Singing in Arabic).
FENG: On a recent weekend, some of these families gathered in a Beirut park, holding portraits of their missing loved ones as the Lebanese anthem played. They're demanding information about them after the fall of the Syrian regime.
FATMA KABBARA: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: Fatma Kabbara has been scouring video footage of Syria for her brother Mohammad, last seen in a Syrian prison, and she hopes that her brother might still be alive. Others, like Nabil Haddad, have stopped hoping. At his home in Beirut, Haddad rearranges his chairs, pulling me to his kitchen table, as he tells me the story of his uncle Miled, who was kidnapped in the 1980s. They searched for him for decades, but two years ago, Haddad consulted his church.
NABIL HADDAD: The reverend told us that it's 40 years now, and he's disappeared. He's dead.
FENG: So Haddad's family decided to officially declare his missing uncle deceased. He and his family want a break from the past.
HADDAD: Honestly, they don't want anymore to talk about the past. They have suffered enough.
FENG: For the Hawami family, now reunited with their father after decades in a Syrian prison, joy finally permeates. The offer of sweets and nuts from their home in northern Lebanon is endless.
Oh, actually. Thank you.
FENG: The elder Hawami says he feels like he's come back from the dead, but he struggles with the weight of memory.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: And he still does not quite believe Assad is gone. Hawami's miraculous return to Lebanon has gotten a lot of attention. And so his family is now fielding hundreds of calls from other families, wondering if he saw their loved ones imprisoned in Syria. His son says they've been bombarding his father with names.
G HAWAMI: He's telling them, don't give me names because I don't know the name. Maybe it's someone he stayed with him for 10 years, but he don't know his name. He knows his number.
FENG: The number he and all the prisoners were assigned by the wardens. Hawami's was 55.
How did you survive?
At this, Hawami points to his son.
Your son.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: His son's eyes well with tears.
To hear that he feels like he survived because he was thinking of you the entire time, how does that feel?
G HAWAMI: Responsibility, because he's counting on us now to recover all these years.
FENG: Recovering nearly 33 lost years, that's impossible. But he is going to do his best for his father.
Emily Feng, NPR News, Chekka, Lebanon. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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New Delhi [India], December 16: Synergy Quantum, a global leader in military-grade quantum secure communication technologies, has announced the successful deployment of a state-of-the-art Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) at the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), India. This strategic collaboration marks a pivotal step in strengthening India's national cryptographic resilience and advancing Post-Quantum Encryption (PQE) capabilities.
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At the core of this breakthrough lies Synergy Quantum's proprietary Source-Device Independent Self-Certification (DISC™) protocol, redefining how randomness is generated and verified in quantum systems. Unlike conventional methods, DISC™ leverages unique properties of quantum photonics to ensure that every random number generated is inherently secure, even under environmental disturbances. This pioneering capability prevents vulnerabilities common in other QRNGs, ensuring robust security for cryptographic applications.
The integration of Synergy Quantum's cutting-edge QRNG, powered by a Source-Device Independent Self-Certification (DISC™) protocol, addresses the growing need for high-quality random number generation in secure communications and cryptographic applications. This initiative is set to drive groundbreaking research in quantum technology, fortifying India's position in the global quantum research landscape.
The Importance of Robust Randomness in Post-Quantum Encryption
With the advent of quantum computing, traditional encryption methods face existential vulnerabilities. Ensuring the integrity of Post-Quantum Encryption requires an unassailable foundation: the random seed. Weaknesses in randomness can render even the most advanced encryption systems vulnerable. Synergy Quantum's QRNG, powered by the DISC™ protocol, ensures that every random number generated is:
* Genuinely Random: Intrinsic randomness verified in real-time using advanced quantum photonics
* Hardware Independent: Free from reliance on specific hardware, eliminating vulnerabilities from silent failures
* Scalable and Resilient: Compact photonic architecture enabling seamless integration into diverse systems
A Leap Forward in India's Quantum Security Infrastructure
The QRNG sold to C-DAC is designed to play a critical role in India's mission to achieve quantum resilience. By providing cryptographically secure randomness, it enables the creation of robust encryption keys essential for PQE and other secure communication protocols. This deployment aligns with India's strategic focus on building self-reliant, future-proof quantum technologies.
"Fortifying India's Quantum Ecosystem" - Jay Oberai, Founder & CEO, Synergy Quantum.
"We are proud to partner with C-DAC to deliver the world's most advanced QRNG technology, tailored to meet India's urgent need for secure communication in a post-quantum era," said Jay Oberai, Founder & CEO of Synergy Quantum. "Randomness is the cornerstone of cryptographic security, and our DISC™-powered QRNG is unmatched in its ability to provide true randomness at scale. This collaboration represents a shared commitment to enabling India's leadership in quantum research and technology."
Unparalleled Security and Performance for India's PQE Journey
The QRNG supplied by Synergy Quantum delivers:
* Uncompromising Security: True randomness to support encryption protocols that can withstand quantum attacks
* High-Performance Key Generation: Capable of meeting demanding operational needs with exceptional throughput
* Versatile Applications: Designed for secure communications, digital signatures, and critical data protection
Building the Foundations of India's Quantum Revolution
This deployment reinforces India's position as a rising force in the global quantum technology landscape. Synergy Quantum's QRNG will catalyze groundbreaking research and innovation at C-DAC, empowering India to protect sensitive information and critical systems in an increasingly uncertain cybersecurity environment.
About Synergy Quantum
Synergy Quantum (SQ) pioneers military-grade quantum-secure communication technologies to address the vulnerabilities posed by quantum computing. The company's expertise spans Post-Quantum Encryption, Quantum Key Distribution, and Quantum Communication Infrastructure, providing advanced solutions that transcend the limitations of traditional cryptography.
About C-DAC
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is a premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), India. A hub for innovation in areas such as quantum computing, AI, and high-performance computing, C-DAC plays a vital role in advancing India's technological leadership.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Cayman 982 My20 2.0L Petrol 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 19 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Brake Calipers
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Dynamic Drive
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Driver Mode Selection
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Keyless Entry & Drive
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Lane Change Assist
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,960
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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LETTER: Americans are getting ripped off
December 15, 2024 - 9:00 pm
We American taxpayers are now witnessing, first-hand, ourselves being ripped off. President Joe Biden is now attempting to fire sale millions of tons of steel we paid for to help seal our nation’s border. God bless America — because, obviously, Biden doesn’t.
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SCOTT DETROW, HOST:
For decades, the Syrian army ruled over parts of neighboring Lebanon. One place that Syrians controlled was a village in northern Lebanon. And that is where NPR Diaa Hadid begins this story in 1984 in her father's ancestral home. And we do want to let you know that there is the sound of gunfire in this story.
DIAA HADID, BYLINE: I was playing by the old oak when I heard Mum wailing, and I froze. A kindly older cousin scooped me up. Let's go play, she said. I was so little, so easily distracted. We were in Dad's village of Kaferkahel because my grandfather had passed away. Dad flew us in from Australia to pay his respects. Following Levantine tradition, Dad didn't trim his beard for 40 days after his father's passing.
(SOUNDBITE OF GUNFIRE)
HADID: And that made him a target of Syrian forces who were ostensibly keeping the peace in our part of Lebanon during our country's civil war. With his unruly beard, Dad looked like a supporter of the Islamist group, the Muslim Brotherhood.
At the time, Syrian forces were chasing down Brotherhood supporters who fled to neighboring Lebanon after they tried to overthrow the Assad regime. The Syrians took Dad while he was near our village. As the afternoon stretched on and he didn't return, Mum feared the worst because so many others had disappeared.
Dad later told me he was taken to a school that Syrian forces were using as a lockup. He told me he could hear men screaming in the other rooms. While he was being held, he recited verses of the Muslim Holy book, the Quran, like this...
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UNIDENTIFIED SINGER: (Singing in non-English language).
HADID: ...Verses about Jonah. Muslims too believe the Biblical story of Jonah and the whale. And Dad prayed, Lord, as you freed Jonah, please free me. My father was eventually freed. By chance, the driver of a Syrian officer recognized Dad. He pleaded for his freedom. The driver was a distant relative. We left Lebanon soon after, only returning years later, as the war's embers faded in 1990.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: The horrors and madnesses of the war are over.
HADID: But the wounds were still fresh. Bullet holes were shot through the bus that ferried us from the plane. There was dried blood on the floor. In the airport, there were posters everywhere of one man. I pointed and asked, who's that, Dad? He hissed at me to shut up. I didn't know the Syrian ruler Hafez al-Assad, and I didn't know that just pointing at his image could get us in trouble. Assad was effectively in charge of Lebanon.
(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING)
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #2: Motorists are still checked by Syrian troops.
HADID: Because Syrian forces were allowed to stay in Lebanon as part of the deal to end the war - the Assad Regime - first Hafez, then his son Bashar - ruled Lebanon like they ruled Syria, with terror. My cousins schooled us. Never talk about the regime. Don't even talk to the mirror, my cousin warned. Maybe your reflection will squeal on you. Years later, I studied Arabic, listening to songs to get the cadence of the language. Dad helped me understand this poem sung by Egyptian diva Umm Kulthum.
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UMM KULTHUM: (Singing in non-English language).
HADID: I see you do not cry, she sings. You are steadfast. As I immersed myself in Arabic, I asked Dad if I could go to Syria, where there were excellent language courses. No way, he said. So I went to our ancestral village in Lebanon to study and nursed a deep resentment of my father. Syrian forces stayed on in Lebanon until a bombing on Valentine's Day 2005 killed the Lebanese prime minister, Rafic Hariri.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #3: (Non-English language spoken).
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #4: This was the moment that brought change to Lebanon's relations with Syria.
HADID: Hariri's killing was widely blamed on Syria. It led to a movement demanding Syrian forces leave, nearly three decades after they arrived.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #5: (Chanting in non-English language).
UNIDENTIFIED GROUP: (Chanting in non-English language).
HADID: By then, I was a journalist, mostly covering conflict and its consequences, from Iraq to Gaza to Libya. Dad never worried. For him, life and death were in the hands of God. Except for Syria - when I was assigned to cover the Syrian civil war in 2013, Dad pleaded, don't go. I pushed back hard, and finally, nearly 30 years after it happened, he told me how he was nearly swallowed into the belly of the Assad regime in '84. Still, I went to Syria. But that revelation helped me make sense of my reserved father - his embrace of prayer, his gratitude to be a citizen of Australia, a country that upheld the rule of law.
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HADID: Last weekend, news began filtering in.
UNIDENTIFIED REPORTER: Now, we begin with breaking news out of Syria, of course. Opposition forces have declared the end of President Bashar al-Assad's rule after 13 years of civil war.
HADID: Syrians were toppling statues, cheering in the streets.
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HADID: Now, thousands of families are searching for their missing loved ones swallowed by the Assad regime. Dad passed away nearly two years ago, and I couldn't stop thinking, the terror that haunted him and millions of Lebanese and Syrians was over. Diaa Hadid, NPR News, Mumbai.
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China Southern Airlines receives one A321neo
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Noted classical singer and harmonium artist Pandit Sanjay Ram Marathe died at a hospital in Maharashtra's Thane city, his family said on Monday. He was 68. Ustad Zakir Hussain Passes Away: From Family, Career to Health Issues, All You Need To Know About the Award-Winning Tabla Maestro.
The artist had suffered a severe heart attack and was admitted to a private hospital in Thane where he died on Sunday night, his family members said.
Pandit Sanjay Ram Marathe Passes Away:
संगीत भुषण पंडित राम मराठे यांचे ज्येष्ठ सुपुत्र गायक व हार्मोनियम ऑर्गन वादक पंडित संजय राम मराठे यांचे दुःखद निधन झाले. हृदयविकाराच्या तीव्र झटका आल्याने त्यांना ठाण्यातील खाजगी रुग्णालयात दाखल केले होते. मात्र, उपचारा दरम्यान त्यांची प्राणज्योत मालवली. संगीत भूषण पंडित राम… pic.twitter.com/CSPOebgccF
— Sanjay Santu Waghule (@sanjay_waghule) December 16, 2024
He was the eldest son of legendary musician Pandit Ram Marathe. Pandit Sanjay Marathe leaves behind a legacy rooted in Indian classical music and theatre.
He was highly respected for his expertise in harmonium and melodious singing, and actively participated in various programmes held this year, marking the birth centenary of his father.
In collaboration with his younger brother Mukund Marathe, Pandit Sanjay Marathe revived and staged the famous Marathi musical play 'Sangeet Mandarmala' as part of the centenary commemoration of their father.
The production received widespread acclaim for its innovative experiments while preserving the essence of the traditional Marathi musical theatre. Atul Parchure Dies at 57: ‘Billu’ Actor’s Last Insta Post Was a Nostalgic Old Ad Featuring Him and This ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ Actor (Watch Video).
Pandit Sanjay Marathe is survived by his wife, a son and granddaughter.
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Fresh Air Weekend highlights some of the best interviews and reviews from past weeks, as well as new program elements specially paced for weekends. Our weekend show emphasizes interviews with writers, filmmakers, actors and musicians, and it often includes excerpts from live in-studio concerts. This week:
Jon Batiste finds the Blues in Beethoven: Batiste re-imagines Beethoven compositions in his new album. It's "not that the original wasn't great and transcendent..." he says. "But there's also a lot of things since then that have happened."
Maureen Corrigan picks her favorite books from an 'unprecedented' 2024: This year, our Fresh Air book critic highlights alternative history, suspense, satire — and some of the most extraordinary letters ever written. Here are Maureen Corrigan's 10 best books of 2024.
Mickalene Thomas makes art that 'gives Black women their flowers': Thomas' work puts Black women front and center. "We've been supportive characters for far too long," she says. "I would describe my art as radically shifting notions of beauty by reclaiming space."
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LETTER: Dog killers deserve harsh punishment
December 15, 2024 - 9:01 pm
As a concerned citizen who believes in justice and the protection of vulnerable beings, I believe it is imperative that our court system and prosecutors send a strong, clear message that animal cruelty will not be tolerated, especially in the case of Reba the bulldog who was left to die imprisoned inside a plastic bin in triple-digit heat this past summer (Dec. 7 Review-Journal).
The defendants’ actions not only inflicted physical harm upon an innocent animal, but also violated the moral principles that uphold the dignity of all living beings.
Such acts of cruelty undermine the safety and well-being of our communities, as studies consistently show a disturbing link between animal abuse and violence against humans.
Given the severity of this offense and the distressing nature of the evidence presented, it is crucial that the court impose the maximum sentence allowed by law with no probation or plea deals.
In addition to the direct harm caused to the abused animal, it is important to consider the broader impact on society. Allowing such behavior to go unpunished or inadequately punished would set a dangerous precedent and fail to protect those who cannot defend themselves. The sentencing in this case will help shape the cultural and legal standards for how animal abuse is addressed in the future.
A strong and just punishment for those found guilty of animal abuse is necessary to deter future occurrences of such heinous acts and to demonstrate that our legal system takes these matters with the utmost seriousness.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Cayman 982 My20 2.0L Petrol 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 19 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Brake Calipers
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Keyless Entry & Drive
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Lane Change Assist
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,690
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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Christchurch Airport 'seeing sustained growth' in domestic, intl interest: Spokesperson
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Jetstar Airways planned to base an additional A320 aircraft at Christchurch International Airport, increasing its fleet there to three and in New Zealand to eight, to support increased frequencies during summer 2024/25, including daily services to Melbourne and the Gold Coast, starting 15-Dec-20241 2. This expansion was part of a broader increase of 180,000 seats on Christchurch routes3 4.
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SNAP 2024 admit card out for Test 3; here’s direct link
The examination will be held on December 21, 2024.
The Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has released the admit card for the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test 2024 (SNAP 2024) Test 3. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website snaptest.org.
SNAP Test 3 is scheduled for December 21, 2024. The exam will be conducted for 60 minutes. The test timings will be intimated via admit cards. The paper will consist of 60 questions of 60 marks and each wrong answer attracts one-fourth of negative marking.
Steps to download SNAP Test 3 admit card 2024
- Visit the official website snaptest.org
- On the homepage, click on the SNAP test 3 admit card 2024 link
- Key in your login details and submit
- Check and download the admit card
- Take a printout for future reference
Direct link to SNAP Test 3 admit card 2024.
“A candidate can appear for up to three tests for SNAP 2024. If a candidate appears for more than one test, the higher score will be considered for the final percentile calculation and there will be no normalization,” reads the notification.
Direct link to SNAP 2024 Information Bulletin.
For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official website here.
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Washington [US], December 16 (ANI): The world of music has lost one of its most transcendent figures with the passing of Ustad Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla virtuoso, at the age of 73.
The news was confirmed by Jon Bleicher of Prospect PR, representing the Hussain family.
Also Read | Pandit Sanjay Ram Marathe, Renowned Classical Singer and Harmonium Artist, Passes Away at 68.
Zakir Hussain, who had been battling idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, passed away in San Francisco, leaving behind a legacy that has profoundly influenced music across the globe.
A global icon of Indian classical music, Hussain was renowned not just for his unparalleled skill on the tabla but also for his groundbreaking contributions to fusion music.
His collaborations with international artists, including John McLaughlin, Mickey Hart, and Ravi Shankar, helped bring Indian music to the world stage and created a lasting impact on the global music landscape.
Fans and celebrities across the world have flooded social media with tributes, remembering the maestro's immense influence on music and culture.
The official US Embassy in India X account also paid tribute to the late musician, sharing a poignant throwback video that featured Hussain performing the tabla during celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of US-India relations.
"Forever in our hearts, Wah Ustaad Wah! We pay our tributes to Ustad Zakir Hussain, a true maestro who touched millions of hearts worldwide with this special video we created with him to celebrate 75 years of the U.S.-India relationship," the Embassy account shared.
https://x.com/USAndIndia/status/1868508759661723846
Born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, Zakir Hussain was immersed in music from an early age, inheriting his passion for the tabla from his father, the legendary Ustad Alla Rakha.
Over his almost six-decade career, Zakir Hussain redefined the role of the tabla, turning it from a supporting instrument to a central figure in performances.
Ustad Zakir Hussain's influence extended far beyond the realm of Indian classical music. A pioneer in cross-cultural collaborations, he formed groundbreaking partnerships with international musicians.
His work with guitarist John McLaughlin in the fusion band Shakti and with Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart in Planet Drum redefined musical boundaries. The Planet Drum album also won a Grammy Award.
In addition to his musical innovation, Hussain received numerous prestigious honours throughout his career, including the Padma Shri (1988) and Padma Bhushan (2002) from the Indian government, and four Grammy Awards. His recognition also extended to the United States, where he received the National Heritage Fellowship, the highest award for traditional artists in the country.
Zakir Hussain is survived by his wife, Antonia Minnecola; his daughters, Anisa Qureshi and Isabella Qureshi; his brothers, Taufiq Qureshi and Fazal Qureshi; and his sister, Khurshid Aulia.
His influence on the world of music remains unparalleled, and his legacy will continue to inspire countless musicians for generations to come. (ANI)
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CARTOON: Naughty list
December 15, 2024 - 9:00 pm
Next in line.
Review-Journal editorial cartoonist Michael Ramirez is a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize and a four-time winner of the Sigma Delta Chi Award.
Next in line.
Next in line.
Review-Journal editorial cartoonist Michael Ramirez is a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize and a four-time winner of the Sigma Delta Chi Award.
A case that should never have been brought.
Supreme Court to rule whether minors have a constitutional right to transgender medical procedures.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
Compositions of Malek Jandali include protest chants from Syria, his homeland.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "YA ALLAH")
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Chanting in non-English language).
(Chanting in non-English language)
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Chanting in non-English language).
UNIDENTIFIED CROWD: (Chanting in non-English language).
SIMON: His family back home was targeted for those acts of dissent. And here he is in 2021, telling NPR's Deborah Amos about the time his parents were beaten because he put what the Syrian regime considered a dangerous word into his lyrics.
(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED NPR BROADCAST)
MALEK JANDALI: I composed a very simple song. I called it "I Am My Homeland."
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "I AM MY HOMELAND")
JANDALI: (Singing in non-English language).
"My love for you is fire in my heart. When am I going to steer you free?" That word, free, was the troublemaker (laughter).
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "I AM MY HOMELAND")
JANDALI: (Singing in non-English language).
SIMON: And now, of course, the regime of Bashar al-Assad has fallen. Malek Jandali joins us now from New York. Thank you so much for being with us.
JANDALI: My pleasure.
SIMON: What has the last week been like for you?
JANDALI: The last week has been historical. I was in a state of shock, joy. Tears were falling. I couldn't express myself, so I found myself on my piano, trying to express myself through music. I'm still, as I speak to you, in a state of disbelief to be honest with you - 54 years of a brutal dictatorship and a long journey for the Syrian people since 2011, and here we are.
(SOUNDBITE OF MUSIC)
SIMON: May I ask you if you've been able to communicate with friends or family or anyone there?
JANDALI: Yes. I have been in touch with my relatives, with my friends throughout Syria. Many people actually, as we speak, already returned. People are chanting in the streets and dancing. As we speak today, people organize themselves to start sweeping and cleaning the streets. And, you know, Scott, for the last 54 years we did not have a country. Today, the Syrian people have the chance to have a country, and they are feeling the concept of citizenship for the first time.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND THE ZAGREB PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN B FLAT MINOR")
JANDALI: You know, I transitioned in that revolution from being a performer and a pianist into a composer for one term, one word - symphony, which means to synch together. And I said to myself, where is the Syrian symphony? So I wrote my Syrian symphony.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND THE ZAGREB PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN B FLAT MINOR")
JANDALI: The mission of music is to search for beauty and truth. And through your powerful program and for joining me in searching for beauty and truth, I would like to plead to American orchestras to embrace living composers who are documenting current events for the generations to come. When I lost hope for the last 15 years, I came up with an idea just to survive and don't lose hope. It is our duty as citizens, as Americans, as artists, as people of the free, as humans to join in our symphony for peace, document the moment for generations to come.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND THE ZAGREB PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN B FLAT MINOR")
SIMON: You are the founder and CEO of Pianos for Peace. As the name suggests, it's a group that tries to bring peace and unity through music. I wonder if you would like to bring any of its programs to Syria in the coming months.
JANDALI: You nailed it, Scott. I mean, I just had a discussion with one of the Syrian business philanthropists, and we are going to transform prisons, dark prisons, into music schools. So I'm inspired. I am full of hope.
SIMON: You must, at the same time, understand there's a lot of concern about what happens in Syria over the next few weeks and months and years. You've got a lot of people - factions, as we would call them - that agreed that they wanted to get rid of Assad, but may not agree on much else.
JANDALI: It's a very legitimate concern, Scott, but let me state the facts - Syria, for the last 54 years, according to Human Rights Watch, was a slaughterhouse. That brutal dictator was against humanity, torturing children, gassing them to death, raping woman, eradicating synagogues, destroying churches that Jesus Christ himself preached at. Today, we have children who were born in these prison cells. So I have concerns, but my hope is my rich history. My hope is the revolution for freedom and dignity - that's what the people ask. And my hope is music.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
SIMON: Mr. Jandali, is there a piece of your music that you'd like to suggest we all listen to now that would say something about Syria and history and hope?
JANDALI: "Phoenix In Exile."
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
JANDALI: One of my early works was titled "Phoenix In Exile." It was recorded with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
JANDALI: The phoenixes in exile are rising today as I speak to you. And I'm honored to be part of the symphony for peace and join the people of Syria in their noble quest for freedom, dignity and, most importantly, peace.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
SIMON: Malek Jandali, composer. Thank you so much for speaking with us today.
JANDALI: My pleasure.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE") Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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Clyde & Co appoints new partner in aviation liability practice
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Background ✨
Clyde & Co has been actively expanding its global aviation practice. It appointed Elizabeth Evans as a partner in New York, marking part of the expansion of its Global Aviation Practice Group1. Additionally, the firm hired Orla M Brady as senior counsel in its Washington DC aviation practice2. Clyde & Co also enhanced its aviation market offering by hiring REN Legal's specialist aviation team to strengthen its transactional and commercial litigation expertise3.
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Cayman 982 My21 2.0L Petrol 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 19 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Brake Calipers
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,690
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Premium Two-tone - $5,190
- Leather Int Pack Leather Seats - Natural Leather - $6,910
- Leather Int Pk Leather Seats - Nat Leath Two-tone - $7,680
- Leather Interior Two-Tone - $4,410
- Leather Steering Column Surround - $940
- Leather Sill Guards - Special - $1,210
- Leather Sports Steering Wheel - $570
- Leather Sunvisors - $860
- Leather Upholstery
- Leather Upholstery Special - $1,000
- Metallic Paint - $1,870
- Metallic Paint Special - $18,490
- Painted Alloy Wheels - Premium - $2,500
- Paint Colour Special - $4,920
- Painted Key - $840
- Rollover Bars - Painted - $1,060
- Seatbelt Buckles - Leather - $1,000
- Seatbelt Passage - Painted - $1,030
- Sports Chrono Instrument Dials - $720
- Sports Design Black Pack - $6,220
- Special Identifying Badging - $540
- Solid Paint
- Solid Paint Special - $18,490
- Sports Seats - Bucket - $6,870
- Sports Seats - Special - $3,060
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - Illuminated - $1,370
- St/Steel Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $1,760
- Stainless Steel Sill Guards - $500
- Surround Sound System Premium - $8,220
- Surround Sound System - $2,470
- Ventilated Front Seats - $1,950
- Wood Gear Selector - $1,050
- Wheel Centres - $340
- Wood Steering Wheel Special - $930
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| 2024-12-16T06:08:02Z
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AIIMS New Delhi faculty recruitment Interview schedule for Phase III, IV released
Candidates can check their date and time slot through the official website www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has released the interview schedule for recruiting various faculty posts. The interview process will be held in two phases. The phase III interview will be held on November 19 and 20, 2024, and the phase IV interview will be held on November 23 to 24, 2024.
For the phase I interview process, 64 candidates have been called. For phase II of the interview process, a total of 85 candidates have been called.
Candidates who are shortlisted for the interview process can download their call letter by logging in to the website. Candidates should report for an interview on the scheduled date of their post, along with an interview letter, a copy of the online application, and all those supporting documents (in original) that they have uploaded along the online applications.
Candidates should also check the list of the required documents to be carried out while appearing for the interview. Check the detailed notification.
Direct link to the detailed notification.
For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official website here.
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| 2024-12-16T06:08:06Z
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Bills ascend to Super Bowl favorites after upset win over Lions
The Bills are now the favorites at Boyd Gaming to win the Super Bowl after they snapped the Lions’ franchise-record 11-game winning streak Sunday in a 48-42 victory in Detroit.
Buffalo, +420 at Boyd to win it all and a +425 co-favorite with the Lions at Caesars Sportsbook, never trailed en route to the upset as a 2½-point underdog in a possible Super Bowl preview.
The betting public lost on Detroit, including a Caesars bettor who wagered $220,000 on the Lions -2. But bettors pounded the over, which closed at 56 at several books and soared over the highest total of the NFL season by 44 points.
“Every week, the Detroit over is our biggest position for the game and same-game parlay results,” Caesars Sportsbook vice president of trading Craig Mucklow said. “A 55½-point total could not put the customers off, and when the game of the week has 90 points and is the highest-scoring game of the year, it is a tremendous result for the bettors.”
Buffalo, which extended its franchise record with 30-plus points in its eighth straight game, has scored 90 points in its past two games after last week’s 44-42 loss to the Rams.
“If this was a Super Bowl preview, what do you make the total if these two teams play in New Orleans in a dome on a fast track?” Red Rock Resort sportsbook director Chuck Esposito said. “You may see one of the highest Super Bowl totals ever.”
The early Super Bowl line at the Westgate SuperBook is a pick’em, and the total ticked up from 50 to 51½ on Sunday night.
The Eagles — who won their 10th straight game and covered as 5½-point favorites in a 27-13 win over the Steelers — are the 4-1 co-favorites with the Lions at the Westgate to win the Super Bowl.
The Chiefs — who ran their NFL-best record to 13-1 and snapped an 0-7 slide against the spread in a 21-7 win over the Browns as 4-point favorites — are tied with the Bills for the +450 third choice.
“The Bills certainly have the best player in the league. Josh Allen is clearly the MVP right now,” Westgate vice president of race and sports John Murray said. “But there are a lot of question marks about that Buffalo defense. I don’t know if it’s sustainable. Whereas I look at Kansas City, and everyone’s making fun of them because they barely win every week. But look how good their defense is.
“Patrick Mahomes doesn’t have to do nearly as much to get a win as Allen does. It’s tough to ask Allen to score a touchdown on basically every possession in the playoffs.”
Book report
Favorites went 9-4 against the spread, and overs went 7-5-1.
The best games for bettors were the Chiefs, Bengals (-6, beat Titans 37-27), Cardinals (-6, beat Patriots 30-17) and Broncos (-4½, beat Colts 31-13).
Indianapolis was on the verge taking a 20-7 lead over Denver early in the third quarter when Jonathan Taylor inexplicably dropped the ball a split second before crossing the goal line on what would have been a 41-yard touchdown run.
The blunder resulted in a touchback, and Denver turned things around from there, scoring the final 24 points of the game, including Nik Bonitto’s defensive touchdown when he intercepted a lateral and returned it 50 yards for a score.
“The Colts loss was really bad. Having Taylor drop that ball changed the whole complexion of that game,” Esposito said. “That was just catastrophic. That was the largest straight-bet game of the day.”
Bettors at Station Sports also won on the Jets, who scored two touchdowns in the final 3:24 to beat the Jaguars 32-25 and cover as 3-point favorites.
Davante Adams caught a 71-yard TD pass with 3:24 remaining and a 41-yard catch that set up Breece Hall’s 1-yard TD run with 1:05 left to deal Jacksonville bettors a tough beat.
Survivor sweat
The best games for the books were the Bills, Buccaneers (+3, beat Chargers 40-17) and Saints, who covered as 7½-point underdogs in a 20-19 loss to the Commanders.
New Orleans rallied from a 17-0 second-half deficit and had a chance in the final seconds to stun Washington and five of the remaining 50 contestants in Circa Survivor still in the running for the $14.3 million prize.
After catching a break from officials who mistakenly stopped the clock in the final seconds, Saints QB Spencer Rattler threw a 1-yard TD pass to Foster Moreau as time expired. New Orleans then went for the win, but Rattler couldn’t complete the 2-point conversion pass.
Favorites went 10-3 on the money line.
“Money-line favorites continue to be the darlings of the bettors,” Mucklow said. “When the only favorite to lose in the morning is the Carolina Panthers, you know it’s an excellent day for NFL customers.”
Contact reporter Todd Dewey at tdewey@reviewjournal.com. Follow @tdewey33 on X.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
How do you preserve the documents that help tell the story of America in a time when so many disagree about what that story is and where it begins and leads?
COLLEEN SHOGAN: This is the Declaration of Independence. You can see it's somewhat faded.
SIMON: Colleen Shogan, archivist of the United States, showed us the vaulting rotunda of the National Archives.
SHOGAN: We have over a million people that come every year into this rotunda to see our founding documents. And these documents are in trust from the National Archives, but they really belong to the American people.
SIMON: These documents include, of course, the Declaration, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights and presidential thank-you notes and dinner menus, among the 13 billion records, a number that grows every day, email by email. In 2026, the rotunda will include the Emancipation Proclamation and the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. Elsewhere in the archives, an exhibit explores some of the most charged chapters of American history from civil rights...
(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING)
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: Well, I would think of civil rights as those basic rights that are guaranteed by the Constitution.
SIMON: ...To the failed effort to get the Equal Rights Amendment added to the Constitution in the 1970s...
(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING)
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #2: The Equal Rights Amendment should be ratified.
SIMON: ...To snapshot of the complexity and controversy of America's story. A recent report by The Wall Street Journal, based on several unnamed sources, accused archivist Colleen Shogan of putting a, quote, "rosy spin" on American history as part of a $40 million makeover at the Archives.
Of course, I have to ask about a Wall Street Journal article that came out in October that said, for example, you had replaced a picture of Dr. Martin Luther King leading a civil rights march with one of Elvis Presley and Richard Nixon shaking hands in the White House. Did that happen?
SHOGAN: No, it did not happen. And I just want to make it very clear that I have never taken down a picture or a record here at the National Archives and replaced it with something else other than our routine rotations that we do at the National Archives for preservation purposes. That particular instance, I believe, was a photograph of Martin Luther King that was considered to be part of a selfie station for kids in the educational center, where kids could take a picture with a famous person.
SIMON: They could pose with...
SHOGAN: They could pose...
SIMON: ...Dr. King, you're saying.
SHOGAN: ...With the photograph using technology. And what we found was that picture of MLK was not suitable for a easy selfie. So we have replaced that chosen photograph with one of John Lewis, the civil rights icon, when he was crossing the Pettus Bridge, which is more suitable for a selfie.
SIMON: What about the allegation that, for example, the very haunting photographs Dorothea Lange took of Japanese Americans in internment camps during World War II, after the attack at Pearl Harbor, were removed?
SHOGAN: Right. We will also be discussing Japanese incarceration at several places in the exhibit. We have a terrific exhibit in the Rubenstein Gallery called "Records of Rights." And in fact, we discuss Japanese incarceration fairly extensively in that exhibit. So we have many, many stories we want to be able to tell here at the National Archives through the 13 1/2 billion records. We would love to have the space to be able to tell all of them, but we do have to make choices.
SIMON: Yeah. How do you make those choices?
SHOGAN: Well, we make those choices in a way in which we have a lot of eyes on the projects. We have exhibit professionals. We have archivists. And then, when we make some of the choices, we take a step backwards and say, are we depicting the United States representationally in all of its diversity, in a fair and balanced manner, which really reflects the United States itself? We do want people to feel welcome, but I can't control people's reaction to the records that they see. The reactions that people have are going to depend upon their own background and their own personal experiences.
SIMON: Yeah. What are the challenges in these political times of trying to please everybody? As I don't have to tell you, as a historian, everybody has stories that are important.
SHOGAN: That's correct. And we do have to make choices. So I think when you are a nonpartisan leader in a time in which we have some political conflict and partisanship in the United States, you are probably not going to please everyone all of the time. But that's why it's so important that you adhere to those values of nonpartisanship. That's why I would say it's more important now than ever because of that.
SIMON: What do you think the archives can do for Americans?
SHOGAN: I think that Americans can come to the National Archives and actually feel a degree of unity because even if we disagree on policy or we disagree on politicians and what they do, I hope that we can agree on the basic principles of the United States, those principles that are contained in the Declaration of Independence, and then the framework of how we are going to protect those principles in both the Constitution, of course, our Bill of Rights. I hope we can agree upon the rules of the game and the principles of the game.
SIMON: I'm struck by the fact that the story never quite ends or ties up neatly, does it?
SHOGAN: No, it doesn't. We are always going to be in pursuit of a more perfect union. So the story never ends as long as American democracy continues, and we should never want it to end. We should always be trying to figure out how we can better fulfill, once again, those principles and promises that Thomas Jefferson gave us in the Declaration. If we actually stop, that's actually the end of democracy. I want to always see forward motion, moving forward, in the United States.
SIMON: Colleen Shogan, who is a national archivist of the United States. Thank you so much.
SHOGAN: Thank you. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16 (ANI): Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away at the age of 73 on December 15, Sunday, in San Francisco. The cause of death was confirmed to be idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung disease.
Jon Bleicher of Prospect PR, representing the family confirmed the news. Ustad Zakir Hussain's passing marks the end of an era. Bollywood celebrities expressed their grief and paid homage to the legendary Tabla maestro.
Also Read | Pandit Sanjay Ram Marathe, Renowned Classical Singer and Harmonium Artist, Passes Away at 68.
Amitabh Bachchan took to X and wrote, "a very sad day".
https://x.com/SrBachchan/status/1868352490355544511
'Jab We Met' actress Kareena Kapoor Khan shared a snap on her Instagram story in which Ustad Zakir Hussain was seen shaking hands with veteran actor Randhir Kapoor. She captioned the picture, "Maestro forever' accompanied by a red heart emoji.
Actor Riteish Deshmukh called the demise of the Tabla maestro a 'devastating blow to India and global music community."
While offering his condolences to the family, the actor wrote, "The irreparable loss of Zakir Hussain Sahab is a devastating blow to India and the global music community. Sir, Your music was a gift, a treasure that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come.
Your legacy will live on. May your soul rest in eternal glory, surrounded by the rhythms and melodies. Condolences to the family and loved ones of the legendary Zakir Hussain Sahab."
https://x.com/Riteishd/status/1868345858049405436
Renowned Guru Gaur Gopal Das shared a beautiful poster on his Instagram story and wrote that the artist will be missed.
"Prayers for your onward journey in the rhythm of the universe. You'll be missed" wrote Guru Gaur Gopal Das.
The 'Khiladi' Kumar of Bollywood, Akshay Kumar called Ustad Zakir Hussain a 'treasure' of the country's musical heritage. Taking to his Instagram handle, the 'Housefull' actor wrote,
"Very pained to know about the sad demise of Ustad Zakir Hussain Saab. He was truly a treasure for our country's musical heritage."
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh paid tribute to the tabla maestro by sharing his photo along with a red heart and folded hands emoji.
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Born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, India, Zakir Hussain was the son of the iconic tabla master Ustad Alla Rakha.
His collaboration on the Planet Drum album with Grateful Dead's Mickey Hart also earned him a Grammy Award.
Zakir Hussain's contributions to music were recognized by numerous prestigious awards over the years, including the Padma Shri (1988) and Padma Bhushan (2002) from the Indian government, as well as four Grammy Awards. (ANI)
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| 2024-12-16T06:08:07Z
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CPK launches tender for airport construction base research
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Specifications for the 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman. Details include engine, fuel usage, interior features, safety and more.
2020 Porsche 718 Cayman 982 My21 2.0L Petrol 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- 12 Volt Power Outlet
- Dual Front Airbags Package
- Advanced Brake Functions
- Anti-lock Braking
- Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Automatic Climate Control Filtered
- Air Conditioning Charcoal Filter
- Apple Car Play
- Automatic Deploying Rear Wing
- Air Compressor
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft
- Alarm with Interior Movement Sensor
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts
- 19 Inch Alloy Wheels
- Black Brake Calipers
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System
- Cruise Control
- Cup Holders - Front Seats
- Coat Hanger Hook/s
- Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Convex Mirror Right Side
- Communication Management System
- Connect App Services
- Connect Plus
- Convertible Top Colour
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio
- Dynamic Drive
- Driver Foot Rest
- Door Handle Courtesy Lights
- Digital Instrument Cluster
- Driver Mode Selection
- Door Pockets - Front Seat
- Door Sill Finishers - Embossed/Personalised
- Dry Sump Lubrication System
- Electrically Heated Windscreen
- Exterior Mirrors - Auto Dimming
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Program
- Front Footwell Lights
- Gear Shift Indicator
- Head Airbags
- Head Airbags - Front Seats (side)
- Headlights - Auto On/Off Function
- Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Windshield
- Illuminated Glove Box Compartment
- Engine Immobiliser
- Leather Armrest - Front
- Luggage/Cargo Area Light/s
- LED Indicators
- Light Pack
- Multi-function Display
- Multi-function Steering Wheel - Heated
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Map/Reading Lights - Front
- Navigation System
- Park Assist 2
- Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
- Power Front Seat Driver 14 Way
- Positioning Lights LED
- Power Mirrors With Folding
- Power Exterior Mirrors - Heated
- Power Steering
- Power Front Seats 14 Way with Memory
- Powered Sports Seats
- Power Soft Top
- Power Soft Top - Remote Operation
- Power Windows
- Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
- Rain Sensor
- Rear Lights - LED
- Rollover Mitigation System
- Rollover Protection System
- Reversing Camera
- Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
- Storage Compartment - Centre Floor Console
- Solar Control Glass Roof
- Sports Exhaust System
- Side Front AirBags
- Side Impact Protection
- Sound Package Plus
- Sports Pedals
- Sound System with 6 Speakers
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Stainless Steel Exhaust System
- Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
- Thorax Airbag(s)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Tyre Repair Kit
- Tinted Windows
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Wind Deflector
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Windscreen With Sunband
- Xenon Headlights
Optional Extras
- Adaptive Cruise Control - $2,570
- Aluminium Gear Selector - $1,110
- Air Intake Grilles Painted - $1,060
- Aluminium Gear Knob - $500
- Alcantara Sunvisors - $860
- Alcantara Steering Wheel - $1,580
- Alloy Pedals - $550
- Adaptive Sports Seats Plus - 18 Way - $2,850
- Bi-Xenon Dynamic Light System Plus - $1,150
- Climate Control Panel - Leather - $1,220
- Climate Control Panel - Painted - $1,220
- Ceramic Brakes - $15,370
- Carbon Floor Mats - $1,490
- Coloured Instrument Dials - $1,030
- Carbon Onboard Folder - $1,630
- Customization Package Gear Lever - $1,630
- Coloured Seat Belts - $570
- Carbon Sill Guards - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - $1,120
- Carbon Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised - $2,440
- Carbon Steering Wheel Special - $930
- Coloured Tailpipes - $1,120
- Extended Leather Pack - $1,090
- Embossed Headrests - $470
- Exterior Pack - Painted - $2,960
- Gear Lever - Carbon - $1,050
- Home Link - $600
- Interior Pack - Painted (non leather) - $1,220
- Interior Pack - Painted (leather) - $1,460
- Interior Pack - Wood (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Wood (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Carbon (non leather) - $2,640
- Interior Pack - Carbon (leather) - $3,110
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (non leather) - $1,250
- Interior Pack - Brushed Aluminium (leather) - $1,470
- Interior Trim Pack - $4,250
- Interior Trim Special - $5,750
- Keyless Entry & Drive - $1,470
- Leather Accented Upholstery
- Leather Backrests Sports Seats Plus - $2,810
- Lane Change Assist - $1,220
- Leather Dashboard - $2,520
- LED Dynamic Light System - $2,330
- Leather Interior Exclusive - $7,680
- Leather Interior Pack (without leather interior) - $1,290
- Leather Interior Pack (with leather interior) - $1,540
- Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats - $830
- Leather Int Pack Partial Leather Seats - Two Tone - $1,200
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - $4,410
- Leather Interior Pack Leather Seats - Premium - $5,190
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MPESB Van Vibhag and Jail Vibhag recruitment test result released; check details here
Candidates can check their final result through the official website esb.mp.gov.in.
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the final result Van Vibhag and Jail Vibhag Combined Recruitment Test- 2023. Eligible candidates can check their final results through the official website esb.mp.gov.in.
The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 2112 vacancies, including 1772 Forest Guards (Van Rakshak), 140 Field Guards (Kshetra Rakshak) and 200 Jail Praharis.
How to download the Van Vibhag and Jail Vibhag result
- Visit the official website esb.mp.gov.in
- On the homepage, click on the ‘Van Vibhag and Jail Vibhag Combined Recruitment Test- 2023 Final Result’
- Key in your required details
- Check your result
- Download the result and take a print out for future reference
Direct link to download the Van Vibhag and Jail Vibhag result.
For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official website here.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
It's winter, and shorter days and cooler temperatures can be a little isolating and lonely. But there's a German tradition that can offer a social respite from the winter blues. For our Sounds Of The Season series, NPR's Laurel Wamsley takes us to one convivial gathering.
LAUREL WAMSLEY, BYLINE: On a recent evening in a Washington D.C. neighborhood, stringed music floats through the air under dark, cold skies. Stepping inside a local pub called Right Proper, there's a gathering that feels immediately warm and inviting. Werner Hein says it's inspired by an old-world tradition.
WERNER HEIN: In Germany, you had basically a gathering in a repetitive way. People who like to associate with each other, they will always meet in a bar or in a restaurant, and they will have a special table.
WAMSLEY: That special table and the gathering around it is called a Stammtisch. Hein is 80 and says Stammtisch was traditionally defined by drinking and freewheeling discussion among a like-minded group of men.
HEIN: Playing cards every Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. You'll find even tables where they have certain insignia on it of this group where they meet. And then two hours later, someone else comes - another group. They have their own insignia there. It's an enormously old tradition.
WAMSLEY: Tonight's Stammtisch is a modern take, a chance just to visit and speak German.
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Speaking in German).
WAMSLEY: There are women here, not just men. And instead of that big table, there's a bar. But everyone here seems to agree that the basic format of Stammtisch is a good one. That's to say, a standing invite at the same time and place, so no need to check everyone's calendars. And it happens at a place like this, so no one has to tidy up their home for company. Robert Christoffel stands chatting with a beer in hand. He's 45 and says Stammtisch has been making a bit of a comeback.
ROBERT CHRISTOFFEL: Growing up in the '80s, '90s, early 2000s, the idea of Stammtisch in Germany's youth was sort of rejected as this is something that our parents' generation, our grandparents' generation, would do. But a lot of my friends, nowadays, in Germany - maybe because they have gotten a little older as well - they are now meeting up and sort of establishing Stammtisch.
WAMSLEY: Does a Stammtisch have to involve alcohol?
CHRISTOFFEL: If you consider beer alcohol, yes, I think so. I think so.
WAMSLEY: In another part of the bar, I meet 36-year-old Julia Naue. And, yes, she's at a Stammtisch but says she would never label a gathering of her friends that way. The connotation with old men is just too strong. But she says...
JULIA NAUE: The idea of it is a totally good thing. I mean, to meet a certain group of people on a regular basis that might not be your closest friends, but because you're somehow connected, that's a good thing.
WAMSLEY: In modern life, as fewer people go to church - which in Germany might be followed by drinking at the tavern - these gatherings take on more weight, says Hein.
HEIN: That's a place where you meet in person. It's hard to see a Stammtisch on Zoom.
WAMSLEY: And he says men, in particular, can find it hard to be vulnerable with one another. But here, it's comfortable.
HEIN: You open up on things, on your very personal things. And nowadays, I have to almost say more important than ever to have a kind of Stammtisch.
WAMSLEY: Though, he says a Stammtisch takes a bit of dedication.
HEIN: A kind of commitment to have fun.
WAMSLEY: And something to look forward to all through the winter.
Laurel Wamsley, NPR News, Washington.
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Curaçao tourist arrivals up 15% in Nov-2024
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Thirty female students from across Fiji have been awarded grants under the 2024 Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant (WGEG).
Mussarat Bi, one of the four primary school winners from Valebasoga Public School in Labasa, said she found out about WGEG from her headteacher and, after talking about it with her parents, decided to apply.
“When I got the call, I was so excited. I love to draw, and I have also entered and won other drawing competitions at my school and was so surprised that I won a grant this time,” she shared.
Mussarat, who aspires to be a nurse one day, plans to save her grant money for later use.
Kasanita Harriet, another WGEG winner from Valebasoga Public School said she plans to help her parents by using her grant money to buy school and stationery supplies for the next school year.
Kasanita, whose career aspirations include becoming a teacher one day, also said she was so excited and happy to hear that she had won a grant.
Of the 30 grant recipients, four were from the Northern Division – two from Labasa, one from Bua, and one from Dreketi – marking the first winners from the region.
Each year through the program, Westpac offers 30 women and girls the opportunity to apply and win an education grant worth $500, $1,000, and $2,500 across three categories: Primary School, Secondary School, and Tertiary/Adult Learners respectively.
“At Westpac Fiji, we believe that empowering women and girls through education is key to creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all,” said Westpac Fiji Chief Executive Shane Smith.
“This grant program reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting and uplifting the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers. We look forward to seeing the incredible impact you will make, not just for yourselves, but for your communities and our nation.”
In this year’s competition, primary school participants were asked to draw a poster on the topic “Show us what your best world would look like: where girls are given the support they need to succeed”.
Secondary school participants were asked to write an essay on the topic “What “Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress” means to you and how you would bring this to life in Fiji”.
While Tertiary/adult learners were asked to write an essay on the topic “Share an experience you’ve encountered or witnessed in Fiji that has shown how investing in women and girls helped to accelerate progress”.
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(Reader photo from Mark after crosswalk’s installation in August)
Crews on the Admiral Way Bridge seismic-strengthening project will take Christmas week off. But first, they’re planning to switch the traffic flow again this week, on Thursday, at which time SDOT says the temporary crosswalk at 39th SW will be removed:
We’ll be transitioning into our third phase of traffic control on December 19. The two center lanes on Admiral Way SW will be closed during this phase, with one lane in each direction open for people driving. As part of this transition, the temporary crosswalk at Admiral Way SW and 39th Ave SW will be removed.
They’re also projecting that construction might last into the summer, spokesperson Matthew Howard tells WSB. (The projection was spring when the work began back in July.) The current phase of work involves “continuing to drill and epoxy in anchor dowels and … beginning to repair cracks on the piers.” Also ahead, “removing paint from the bridge’s steel truss members and … retrofitting this component with gusset plates in the coming weeks.” After the Christmas-week pause, work will resume December 30th. Fairmount Avenue beneath the bridge, meantime, will remain closed until the end of construction.
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San Francisco (USA), December 16 (ANI): Renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on Sunday, December 15. The legendary musician had been receiving treatment for heart-related complications in the ICU of a San Francisco hospital for the past two weeks.
The cause of death was confirmed to be idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung disease. The news was confirmed by Jon Bleicher of Prospect PR, representing the family.
The demise of Padma Vibhushan awardee has left the music world and his countless admirers in profound grief, with tributes and condolences pouring in from the film industry.
Film director and producer Madhur Bhandarkar offered his condolences to the family of Padma Vibhushan Zakir Hussain.
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Taking to his X handle, the 'Page 3' director wrote,
"Saddened to hear about the passing of the legendary tabla maestro, Padma Vibhushan #ZakirHussain sir. His extraordinary talent elevated Indian classical music to the world stage, making him a household name. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and the millions of admirers. #OmShanti"
https://x.com/imbhandarkar/status/1868490203842642132
Music composer Shamir Tandon expressed his gratitude to Ustad Zakir Hussain for putting India on the global map of the music industry through his tabla.
While sharing a beautiful portrait of Zakir Hussain during one of his performances on Instagram, Shamir Tandon wrote,
"The bols of Zakir bhai's tabla have put us on the global Music firmament many decades ago.
Making Indian classical cool and Youtifying the instrument - such Gargantuan contribution to art and culture. RIP Zakir bhai. Thank you for everything. Grateful"
https://www.instagram.com/p/DDm5acNSOCa/
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh paid tribute to the tabla maestro by sharing his photo along with a red heart and folded hands emoji.
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The three-time Grammy Award-winning musician, Ricky Kej was 'shocked' and 'deeply saddened' by the demise of the legend Ustad Zakir Hussain. He called him one of the greatest musicians which India has ever produced.
Sharing a monochrome portrait of the singer on Instagram, Ricky Kej wrote,
"Shocked, deeply saddened and devastated by the passing-on of the legend Ustad Zakir Hussain @zakirhq9. One of the greatest musicians and personalities India has ever produced. Along with being the best himself, Zakirji was known for his immense humility, approachable nature, and for being responsible for the careers of numerous musicians, who are now forces to reckon with themselves. He was a treasure trove of skill and knowledge and always shared and encouraged the entire music community through collaborations and his actions. His legacy will live on forever, and his influence will be felt for generations. He left us too soon."
https://x.com/rickykej/status/1868456862276018556
Born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, India, Zakir Hussain was the son of the iconic tabla master Ustad Alla Rakha. From a young age, he displayed a remarkable affinity for the tabla, quickly gaining recognition for his exceptional talent.
By the time he was a teenager, Zakir was already performing alongside some of the greatest Indian classical musicians.
Throughout his career, Ustad Zakir Hussain collaborated with some of the most iconic names in both traditional Indian and global music scenes. He worked with legends such as Pandit Ravi Shankar and Ustad Vilayat Khan and was a key figure in creating international fusion bands like Shakti with guitarist John McLaughlin and Planet Drum with Grateful Dead's Mickey Hart.
His collaboration on the Planet Drum album also earned him a Grammy Award. (ANI)
(This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
You know the saying history repeats itself and a revision to that saying that holds that history may not repeat itself, but it can rhyme. Hard not to notice that in the U.S., we can also say that history may not repeat itself, but sometimes you do get the same president twice. NPR senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith is looking for clues to the start of Donald Trump's second term, so she recalled what happened last time.
TAMARA KEITH, BYLINE: The first Trump administration came in aiming for shock and awe. And it delivered, starting with President Trump's inaugural address.
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DONALD TRUMP: This American carnage stops right here and stops right now.
(CHEERING)
KEITH: It was a message about delivering on his campaign promises about crime, immigration and industrial decay. And he got to work right away, announcing executive actions just about every day. And then, at the end of his seventh day in office, Trump signed Executive Order 13769. It banned travelers from seven Muslim-majority countries.
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TRUMP: I'm establishing new vetting measures to keep radical Islamic terrorists out of the United States of America. We don't want them here.
KEITH: It was a Friday night and immediately affected unsuspecting travelers. Lee Gelernt is a lawyer with the American Civil Liberties Union.
LEE GELERNT: Then we started getting calls saying people are actually being stopped in the airports, and it's happening.
KEITH: Chaos erupted.
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MICHAEL SMERCONISH: Week 1 of Donald Trump's presidency has ended with a ban heard round the world.
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UNIDENTIFIED REPORTER: Protests across the country, namely at airports - this one at Dallas Fort Worth Airport. People...
KEITH: It all happened so fast. Homeland Security employees at the airports didn't know what they were supposed to do. By Saturday night, Gelernt and other attorneys were in court, trying to at least temporarily halt the ban.
GELERNT: At one point, someone came running up to me and handed me a piece of paper and said, my client is about to be sent back. in about a half hour. They're putting her on the plane. And so I said, Your Honor, I've just been given this note - I mean, it was sort of TV movie-ish - and we need an order immediately. And so it all played out very dramatically.
KEITH: They got that order. And later, the travel ban was thrown out by the courts. A scaled-back second version didn't take effect until five months later.
SEAN SPICER: There was a blur during those first few days. We were fast and furious.
KEITH: Sean Spicer was White House press secretary at the time. He says the desire to effect change fast meant there were some growing pains. He says he thinks this time it will be different - more professionalism, more coordination and four years of planning to get ready.
SPICER: They've seen the plays before. They know how they're going to react to certain moves.
KEITH: He says it's like a football team playing an opponent in the regular season and then meeting them again in the playoffs.
SPICER: Because so many of the people have a better understanding of the process, how to implement policies, the procedures, it's going to make for a much, much better and stronger kickoff.
KEITH: In an interview on Fox News last month, Stephen Miller used even more colorful language.
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STEPHEN MILLER: The first day, the first week, the first a hundred days will be a bolt of lightning.
KEITH: Miller is set to serve as Trump's deputy chief of staff for policy.
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MILLER: He's assembled a world-class policy team behind the scenes that's working every day to put together the Day 1 executive actions and executive orders that are going to implement every single one of his campaign promises.
KEITH: Actions on everything from the border and mass deportations to getting rid of diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Gelernt at the ACLU says they've been preparing for nearly a year to get ready for a second Trump term.
GELERNT: We saw that time and again where they had a policy but maybe hadn't thought through all the legal aspects of it. I think this time around, they will have thought through all of that, and it'll make our job much more difficult.
KEITH: And so while Trump is preparing to sign executive orders on Day 1, Gelernt says the ACLU is preparing to file lawsuits on Day 1 as well.
Tamara Keith, NPR News.
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SSC GD final result released at ssc.gov.in; here’s direct link
Candidates can check their SSC GD final result through the official website ssc.gov.in.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the final result for the recruitment of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in the Assam Rifles Examination, 2024. Eligible candidates can check their SSC GD final result through the official website ssc.gov.in.
As per the official notification, a total of 4891 female candidates and 39375 male candidates have been selected by the commission for the posts of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2024.
Vacancy Details
This recruitment drive aims to hire for 46617 posts.
- Border Security Force (BSF): 15,654
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): 7,145
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF): 11,541
- Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB): 819
- Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP): 3,017
- Assam Rifles (AR): 1,248
- Special Security Force (SSF): 35
- Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB): 22
How to check the SSC GD final result
- Visit the official website ssc.gov.in
- On the homepage, go to the result link
- Check the result
- Download the official result
- Take a print out for future reference
Direct link to download the SSC GD final result.
Selection Process
The recruitment process involves four stages: Computer-Based Testing (CBT), Physical Tests (PET/PMT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official website here.
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Delta Air Lines appoints new director
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The Spider-Man spinoff “Kraven the Hunter” got off to a disastrous start in North American theaters this weekend
The Spider-Man spinoff “Kraven the Hunter” got off to a disastrous start in North American theaters this weekend.
The movie starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson earned only $11 million, according to studio estimates Sunday, making it one of the worst openings for a Marvel-adjacent property. Its box office take was even less than the film “Madame Web.”
The weekend’s other major studio release was Warner Bros.’ animated “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim,” which made $4.6 million. Made for about $30 million, the movie is set 183 years before the events of “The Lord of the Rings” films and was fast-tracked to ensure New Line did not lose the rights to Tolkien’s novels. Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens have been working on future live-action films for the franchise.
Meanwhile, the top of the charts again belonged to “Moana 2″ and “Wicked.”
The R-rated “Kraven the Hunter” was directed by J.C. Chandor and faced a number of delays, partly due to the Hollywood strikes. It was shot nearly three years ago and originally slated to hit theaters in January 2023. The film cost a reported $110 million to produce and was co-financed by TSG. Internationally, it made $15 million, but its potential for longevity appears limited: It currently carries a 15% “fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes and got a C grade on CinemaScore from opening weekend audiences.
“It’s not always a guarantee that you’ll be able to connect with audiences when you have a spinoff character,” said Paul Dergarabedian, the senior media analyst for Comscore. “General audiences seem to want to know exactly what they’re getting.”
Several awards contenders opened in limited release over the weekend, including Paramount’s “September 5” about ABC’s coverage of the Munich Olympics hostage crisis. Amazon MGM and Orion’s “Nickel Boys,” based on Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer-winner about an abusive reform school in Florida, opened in two theaters in New York. It averaged $30,422 per screen and will be expanding to Los Angeles before going nationwide in the coming weeks.
Some big hitters are on the way in the home stretch of the 2024 box office. “Mufasa” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” will hit in the coming weeks along with a bevy of arthouse and adult releases like “Babygirl,” “Nosferatu” and “A Complete Unknown.”
The box office has seen a dramatic recovery since June, when it was down nearly 28% from the previous year. The deficit now stands at 4.8%.
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New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) A Delhi court is likely deliver on January 8 next year its verdict in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case against former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar.
Special Judge Kaveri Baweja, who was scheduled to pass the order on Monday, deferred the pronouncement.
"January 8 is the next date," the judge said.
Kumar, who is currently lodged in Tihar central jail, appeared before the court through video conference.
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The case pertains to the alleged killings of two persons in Saraswati Vihar area during the anti-Sikh riots.
The court had reserved the judgment after hearing the final arguments in the case related to the killings of Jaswant Singh and his son Tarundeep Singh on November 1, 1984.
Though Punjabi Bagh police station registered the case initially, a special investigation team subsequently took over the investigation.
On December 16, 2021, the court framed charges against Kumar, finding a "prima facie" case against him.
According to the prosecution, a huge mob, armed with deadly weapons, resorted to large-scale looting, arson and destruction of properties of Sikhs to avenge the assassination of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
The mob attacked the house of the complainant, Jaswant's wife, killing her husband and son apart from looting articles and setting their house ablaze, alleged the prosecution.
Putting Kumar on trial, the court order found sufficient material to form a "prima facie opinion that he was not only a participant, but had also led the mob".
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SCOTT DETROW, HOST:
Let's say you've lost something important, like your passport two days before you have to travel. You have retraced your steps. You've checked all the usual places. You still cannot find it. What do you do? Life Kit's Malaka Gharib has some tips on how to level up your search game.
MALAKA GHARIB, BYLINE: Finding missing items isn't a matter of looking harder. There's an art and a science to it or, if you're my grandma, a prayer to St. Anthony, the patron saint of lost objects. It can be stressful to lose something important. You're frazzled, you're frantically turning your house upside down to find it, and you forget where you've looked. But there are ways to make your search faster and more efficient. One way is to think about the features of the object that would really make it stand out in its environment. Arryn Robbins is a cognitive psychologist at the University of Richmond, and she specializes in visual search.
ARRYN ROBBINS: Its visual features - like color, shape, texture, size - memory for where the object is most likely going to be. And that information in memory is used to direct your attention.
GHARIB: Robbins used this tactic recently when she lost the back of a rose gold earring on a carpet in a similar color.
ROBBINS: So I had to think about, OK, what would set my earring apart from this carpet that would allow me to find it? Well, my earring is shiny. It would reflect light. And so as soon as I thought about that, like, almost instantly, I saw it.
GHARIB: This might seem like an obvious tip, but when you're stressed, it's one you can easily forget. Let's say you have no idea where you parked in the parking lot. Instead of looking at every car that's the same color as yours, just focus on one distinguishing feature, your bumper sticker.
The next technique you might want to try is a little kooky. Reenact how you lost the object in the first place. The behavior of how it falls, lands or moves as you act out the scene may provide clues as to where it might be. Demian Garcia is a metal detectorist based in Northern California. People contact him to help them find jewelry they've lost. Garcia uses this tactic when clients lose a ring because they've throw it out a window or across a room, usually during an argument.
DEMIAN GARCIA: An example of that was - is that a couple were pulled over on the side of the road, and she tossed the ring out in the passenger seat, and she kept going, it's right there. I threw it straight out the window right there.
GHARIB: Garcia wondered, was it right there? He wanted to test the theory. So we took a cheap ring, tied a long red ribbon onto it and asked the woman to throw the ring out the window again, like she did with her wedding ring.
GARCIA: Well, she threw it three times in a row, and it never went straight out the window, like you would think.
GHARIB: He said it actually went flying back behind the car. Using the strategy, he was able to find the woman's ring. Yay, Demian. The last technique is heavy duty. Divide your space up into sections, then search each section thoroughly. Robbins says grid search, as it's called, is one form of systematic search. It's sometimes used in search and rescue as a last resort to find missing people. But it can also be a useful tool if you're looking for something in a messy room, where your missing object's distinctive features may be hard to spot.
ROBBINS: And so in this case, you might imagine that your search environment, whether it's a room or an office space, is like a grid, and you want to cover each square in the grid, maybe top to bottom, left to right.
GHARIB: Robbins says the general idea is to come up with a strategy to be thorough without having to remember every location you've already looked at. You don't necessarily have to measure out a grid. Just imagine breaking down the search environment into smaller units - sections of a room, pieces of furniture - then search those units in an order that makes sense to you.
ROBBINS: It's going to be slow, less efficient, but it's going to ensure that you find the thing that you're looking for.
GHARIB: Happy searching. For NPR's Life Kit, I'm Malaka Gharib.
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Two labourers from Bihar shot dead in Manipur, Biren Singh calls it act of terrorism
The two men were killed by unknown assailants when they were cycling back from work in the Kakching district.
Two workers from Bihar were found dead with bullet wounds in Manipur’s Kakching district on Saturday, reported The Indian Express.
The police said that Dashrat Kumar (18) and Sunalal Kumar (17) – construction labourers from Bihar’s Gopalganj district – were shot by unknown assailants when they were cycling back from work in the Wabagai Keithel area around 5 pm on National Highway 137(A).
The police took both of them to a private hospital, where they were declared dead on arrival.
The police have registered a case and are investigating the motive behind the attack.
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said that the killings constituted an act of terrorism that was “a direct assault on our values”.
He said in a post on X: “In this crucial juncture, we cannot ignore the possibility that this horrific crime is part of a larger conspiracy to destabilise our state and push it further towards chaos.”
Singh announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 10 lakh to each bereaved family. He said that every possible effort was underway to identify and apprehend those responsible, and that the case would be handed over to the National Investigation Agency if required.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh to the families of each of the men. He also directed officials from the state social welfare and labour departments to provide other benefits to the family as per the rules.
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In a bid to raise the standard of basketball in Fiji, former national rep and Pacific Games gold medalist Jordan Lum Kon is looking to bring in more teams from Australia to compete and host clinics around the country.
The 33-year-old started his campaign today when he brought a group of enthusiastic basketball players from Australia to be part of the Suva Bula Hoops Holiday Clinic this week.
He says after returning from the Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands last year, he noted that more could be done to raise the profile of the sport in Fiji.
When he returned to Australia, he posted online, calling on players of all ages to put up their hands, if they were interested in a tour to Fiji at the end of the year.
“Our initiative here is to pretty much bring basketball to Fiji and bring as much competition as we can to help grow the game here in Fiji. I think that’s the one thing missing here, just the competition. The talents here, I believe the more competition we can get here the better the programs will get. I just want to support in any way we can.”
He also said his group will play a handful of clubs in Raiwaqa this week.
Lum Kon adds this is just the beginning as he is looking to bring a bigger squad next year.
The trip was a win-win for both the Australians and locals says Lum Kon, as the visitors get a different perspective of the sport, while at the same time, local players gain valuable lessons from their overseas opponents.
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https://www.fbcnews.com.fj/sports/basketball/gold-medalist-reviving-basketball-in-fiji/
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