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Milan’s Via MonteNapoleone usurps New York’s Fifth Avenue as world’s most upscale shopping street
Associated Press
MILAN (AP) — 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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South Africa, Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
Envision Energy, a world leader in renewable energy solutions, proudly announces a contract with the EDF Group, to supply three battery energy storage systems (BESS) for the Oasis 1 cluster of projects, amounting to 257 MW of capacity and 1028 MWh of storage. This marks the largest battery energy storage system (BESS) order in South Africa and positions Envision Energy as the first energy storage system supplier in the region to secure a GWh-scale order.
These projects are integral to South Africa's inaugural Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP). EDF, in collaboration with co-sponsor Mulilo, and equity partners Pele Energy Group and Gibb-Crede, under the Oasis Consortium, successfully secured three projects: Oasis Aggeneis, Oasis Mookodi, and Oasis Nieuwehoop power plants, located in the Northern Cape Province. Each project includes a 5% ownership interest for local communities through a Community Trust.
Financial Close was reached on 20 November 2024 and the projects are set to be operational by end of 2026.
Envision Energy will equip these facilities with a full suite of AC and DC energy storage equipment, including station SCADA and EMS systems. The DC side will feature Envision's standard 20-foot, 5 MWh storage units powered by high-safety, high-performance 315Ah cells. Additionally, Envision will provide 15 years of comprehensive lifecycle operation and maintenance (O&M) services.
Kane Xu, Senior Vice President and President of International Product Lines at Envision Energy, commented on the initiative: "Battery storage technology is a cornerstone of sustainable energy systems, and we are delighted to contribute our leading technology to this milestone project in South Africa. Once operational, it will effectively address the frequent load management of the current South African power grid, enhance grid stability, and reduce reliance on coal-fired power plants, supporting South Africa's transition to a more sustainable energy system."
As the largest battery energy storage initiative in South Africa, these facilities will significantly enhance the country's power infrastructure. They are designed to alleviate grid congestion, increase renewable energy integration, and engage in the power market through energy arbitrage and ancillary services, aiding South Africa's low-carbon energy transition and goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
"We look forward to constructing this project with our industrial partners Envision Energy and Huadong, chosen for their expertise with energy storage products, and ability to deliver a reliable and effective system," said Gregoire de Montgolfier, EDF Renewables Projects Director.
EDF Group, the world's largest nuclear operator and a leading global power company, continues to expand its renewable energy portfolio with an aim to reach 60 GW of net renewable capacity by 2030.
Envision Energy stands out as a premier provider of cutting-edge energy storage products renowned for their superior battery quality, intelligent design, and the ease and speed of their deployment. With full-stack technical capabilities and a commitment to in-house research and manufacturing, Envision boasts end-to-end control from manufacturing to deployment, including full lifecycle asset management to drive innovation in systematic grid-forming solutions, to ensure grid safety and stability. As of late 2023, Envision has grown its global footprint across the globe with over 200 BESS projects, delivering more than 15 GWh and securing upwards of 25 GWh in ongoing orders. In 2024, Envision Energy was recognized as a Tier 1 Global Energy Storage Manufacturer by Bloomberg NEF for the third consecutive quarter, positioning the company among the top leaders in the energy storage sector worldwide.
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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A tornado near a mall in central California swept up cars, uprooted trees and sent several people to the hospital. In San Francisco, authorities issued the first-ever tornado warning.
Elsewhere, inclement weather plagued areas of the U.S., with dangerous conditions including heavy snow in upstate New York, a major ice storm in Midwest states and severe weather warnings around Lake Tahoe.
The ice storm beginning Friday evening created treacherous driving conditions across Iowa and eastern Nebraska on Friday and into Saturday and prompted temporary closures of Interstate 80 after numerous cars and trucks slid off the road. In upstate New York, more than 33 inches (84 centimeters) was reported near Orchard Park, which is often a landing point for lake-effect snow.
On Saturday, a tornado touched down around 1:40 p.m. near a shopping mall in Scotts Valley, California, about 70 miles (110 kilometers) south of San Francisco. The tornado overturned cars and toppled trees and utility poles, the National Weather Service said. The Scotts Valley Police Department said several people were injured and taken to hospitals.
In San Francisco, some trees toppled onto cars and streets and damaged roofs. The damage was due to 80-mph (130-kph) straight-line winds, not a tornado, weather service meteorologist Dalton Behringer said Sunday.
Roger Gass, a meteorologist in the weather service’s office in Monterey, California, said the warning of a possible tornado in San Francisco was a first for the city, noting an advanced alert did not go out before the last tornado struck nearly 20 years ago.
“I would guess there wasn’t a clear signature on radar for a warning in 2005,” said Gass, who was not there at the time.
The fast-moving storm prompted warnings for residents to take shelter, but few people have basements in the area.
Heavy snow fell at some Lake Tahoe ski resorts, and a 112-mph (181-kph) gust of wind was recorded at the Mammoth Mountain resort south of Yosemite National Park, according to the weather service’s office in Reno, Nevada. Up to 3 feet (91 centimeters) of snow was forecast for Sierra Nevada mountaintops.
The weekend Tahoe Live music festival at Palisades Tahoe ski resort in California went ahead as planned in spite of a snowstorm Saturday. Lil Wayne and Diplo were scheduled to perform Sunday, the festival’s website said. The resort said it has received 3.5 feet (1 meter) of snow since Friday. An avalanche warning was in effect at least until Monday morning in the area.
Interstate 80 was closed along an 80-mile (130-kilometer) stretch from Applegate, California, to the Nevada line just west of Reno on Saturday. The California Highway Patrol reopened the road in the afternoon for passenger vehicles with chains or four-wheel drive and snow tires.
The severe weather in the Midwest resulted in at least one death. The Washington County Sheriff’s office in Nebraska said a 57-year-old woman died after she lost control of her pickup on Highway 30 near Arlington and hit an oncoming truck. The other driver sustained minor injuries.
Businesses announced plans to open late Saturday as temperatures rose high enough in the afternoon to melt the ice in most places.
“Luckily some warmer air is moving in behind this to make it temporary,” said Dave Cousins, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s office in Davenport, Iowa.
Tens of thousands of people in western Washington state lost electricity Saturday as the system delivered rain and gusty winds, local news outlets reported.
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Thailand MoT to upgrade Hua Hin Airport for international operations in 2025
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A woman was arrested in Iran after she posted a video of herself singing without a hijab on YouTube, even though the Iranian parliament passed a new, stricter law on women's modesty that rights groups have criticized.
Parastoo Ahmadi posted a 27-minute video of her concert performance Wednesday, in which she sang in a sleeveless dress with her hair down accompanied by four male musicians. In the caption, she described it as an "imaginary concert" and invited the audience to "imagine this beautiful homeland" in Iran.
The performance was recorded in a caravanserai, the name for the roadside inns historically built along the Silk Road to provide merchants and travelers with places to rest as they trekked the ancient trade route spanning North Africa to Central Asia. Ahmadi wrote that it was "where history and our myths intertwine."
"I am Parastoo, a girl who wants to sing for the people I love," the caption said. "This is a right I could not ignore; singing for the land I love passionately."
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Milad Panahipour, an Iranian lawyer, told The Associated Press that Ahmadi was arrested Saturday over the performance. He said he was unaware of the charges, the arresting agency or the location of her detention.
Iran's judiciary confirmed that a case has been opened into Ahmadi's performance but did not specify the charges. The statement, released by the state-run Mehr News Agency, also said Ahmadi was released after an interview with authorities.
"The Mazandaran Police Information Center announced that Ms. Parastoo Ahmadi attended a briefing session after posting a video deemed contrary to cultural norms and values," the agency said. "She has been asked to appear before judicial authorities."
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The Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, a Norway-based organization, said it got a report that two of the men performing with her — Sohail Faghih-Nassiri and Ehsan Beyraghdar — were also arrested.
Iran's hijab laws tighten
The hard-line regimes that have reigned since Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution have passed laws saying women must be veiled in the presence of men, though women have resisted the rules both domestically and abroad.
Conflict over the issue drew international outrage once again in 2022 when a young woman named Mahsa Amini, 22, was arrested outside a subway station in Tehran and accused of failing to properly wear a hijab. She was dead just three days later.
Iran's government denied wrongdoing, claiming that Amini died of pre-existing medical conditions. Human rights groups, however, have cast doubt on that, and a United Nations fact-finding mission asserted she was killed “as a result of beatings” by Iranian authorities.
Her death drew rage throughout Iran, drawing women out to protest in droves despite violent crackdowns by authorities.
The authorities who enforce the modesty laws, often called the morality police, have eased public confrontations with women over veiling since President Masoud Pezeshkian was elected this year. Pezeshkian campaigned as a reformist who opposed such types of morality police patrols.
But enforcement has not stopped altogether, according to locals who have said the police are now instructed to issue warnings rather than take immediate action. So-called anti-unveiling clinics have also been established, where women are encouraged to follow the hijab laws through "therapy."
Despite Pezeshkian's reformist approach, the parliament pushed even harsher laws about women's veiling this year.
The Hijab and Chastity Law was originally submitted by former President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in May, and it was ultimately passed in September, according to Human Rights Watch. Enforcement will go into effect for a three-year trial period, which the rights organization said will dramatically increase the punishments for women who do not comply.
The new law extends the enforcement into online spaces, increases fines for violations depending on frequency, institutes a travel ban for offenders and includes long-term imprisonment as punishment, Human Rights Watch reported. Fines alone could be detrimental for many Iranians as the country's economy has struggled under the weight of years of sanctions and regional conflict.
The U.N. Human Rights Council's experts on Friday called for the law to be repealed, describing it as a "comprehensive system of gender-based persecution."
Pezeshkian himself criticized the law this month as difficult to enforce in both a statement on X and an interview on state television.
“We should not do anything that disrupts the unity and solidarity of society,” Pezeshkian said. “We need to have dialogue and engage in discussions about this issue.”
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Iran Won't Unblock Facebook, Twitter
Mahmoud Vaezi, the minister of telecom and IT for Iran, said the ban on Facebook and Twitter will remain for the general public.
Iran does not plan to unblock Facebook and Twitter for the general public even if some top government officials use it, the minister of telecommunications and information technology said on Monday.
State TV quoted Mahmoud Vaezi as saying that the ban on the popular social networking sites will remain in place. Hours later however, he denied making such remarks and said the issue is still under study.
President Hasan Rouhani uses Twitter and Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has both a Twitter and a Facebook page. There is a Twitter and Facebook page in the name of Iran's top leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which appears to be genuine although Khamenei himself doesn't tweet.
Many Iranians use proxies to access such sites. Last month, the ban was lifted for several hours. Official said a "technical glitch" was the reason users had temporary access. Still, scores of Facebook users posted notes of "Rouhani, Mochakerim," which is Farsi for "Thank you, Rouhani."
In a statement posted late Monday on his ministry's website, ic.gov.ir, Vaezi said the issue of blocking or unblocking a site has to be decided by a professional body outside his ministry.
"I haven't made such remarks ... Such issues are being studied by a working group outside the ministry of communications and information technology. The public will be informed as soon as a decision is made," he said.
Rouhani has advocated a policy of openness in social issues.
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Mach Conferences Launches Dedicated Religious Tourism Department, Announces Mahakumbh Mela 2025 Package Sales
By ANI | Published: December 16, 2024 11:20 AM2024-12-16T11:20:14+5:302024-12-16T11:25:02+5:30
PRNewswire Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 16: Mach Conferences & Events Limited (MCEL) (BSE: MCEL) is proud to announce ...
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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:
* Paush Poornima: January 13, 2025
* Makar Sankranti (First Shahi Snan): January 14, 2025
* 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.
Learn more about MACH on www.machconferences.com
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It's raining records for Pushpa: The Rule.
After scoring the biggest opening day, biggest weekend, biggest first week, the Hindi version of the film has entered the Rs 500 Crore Club (Rs 5 billion) in record time. The film has made history by doing that in its second weekend itself.
In a year when it was so tough to find films that scored a lifetime of Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) in their entire run, here comes Pushpa 2 (Hindi), which is doing that in its second weekend.
This Sukumar-directed action drama is not going to stop anytime soon, as evidenced in the humongous jumps it took on Saturday (Rs 46.50 crore/Rs 465 million) and Sunday (Rs 50 crore*/Rs 500 million*) after setting a record Friday with Rs 27.50 crore (Rs 275 million) coming in.
Currently, the film stands at Rs 557.50 crore* (Rs 5.575 billion) and this week, it will enter the Rs 600 Crore Club (Rs 6 billion) during this week itself.
An all time mega blockbuster.
*Estimates. Final numbers awaited.
Note: All collections as per various box office sources.
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Popeye and Tintin enter the public domain in 2025 along with novels from Faulkner and Hemingway
AP Entertainment Writer
Popeye can punch without permission and Tintin can roam freely starting in 2025. The two classic comic characters who first appeared in 1929 are among the intellectual properties becoming public domain in the United States on Jan. 1. That means they can be used and repurposed without permission or payment to copyright holders.
This year’s crop of newly public artistic creations lacks the landmark vibes of last year’s entrance of into the public domain of Mickey Mouse. But they include a deep well of canonical works whose 95-year copyright maximums will expire. And the Disney icon’s public domain presence expands.
“It’s a trove! There are a dozen new Mickey cartoons — he speaks for the first time and dons the familiar white gloves,” said Jennifer Jenkins, director of Duke’s Center for the Study of the Public Domain. “There are masterpieces from Faulkner and Hemingway, the first sound films from Alfred Hitchcock, Cecil B. DeMille, and John Ford, and amazing music from Fats Waller, Cole Porter, and George Gershwin. Pretty exciting!”
Here’s a closer look at this year’s crop.
Comics characters loom large
Popeye the Sailor, with his bulging forearms, mealy-mouthed speech, and propensity for fistfights, was created by E.C. Segar and made his first appearance in the newspaper strip “Thimble Theater” in 1929, speaking his first words, “’Ja think I’m a cowboy?” when asked if he was a sailor. What was supposed to be a one-off appearance became permanent, and the strip would be renamed ”Popeye.”
But as with Mickey Mouse last year and Winnie the Pooh in 2022, only the earliest version is free for reuse. The spinach that gave the sailor his super-strength was not there from the start, and is the kind of character element that could spawn legal disputes. And the animated shorts featuring his distinctive mumbly voice didn’t begin until 1933 and remain under copyright. As does director Robert Altman’s 1980 film, starring Robin Williams as Popeye and Shelley Duvall as his oft-fought-over sweetheart Olive Oyl.
That movie was tepidly received initially. So was director Steven Spielberg’s “Adventures of Tintin” in 2011. But the comics about the boy reporter that inspired it, the creation of Belgian artist Hergé, were among the most popular in Europe for much of the 20th century.
The simply drawn teen with dots for eyes and bangs like an ocean wave first appeared in a supplement to the Belgian newspaper Le Vingtième Siècle, and became a weekly feature.
The comic also first appeared in the U.S. in 1929. Its signature bright colors — including Tintin’s red hair — didn’t appear until years later, and could, like Popeye’s spinach, be the subject of legal disputes.
And in much of the world, Tintin won’t become public property until 70 years after the 1983 death of his creator.
Books show American lit at its height
The books becoming public this year read like the syllabus for an American literature seminar.
“The Sound and the Fury,” arguably William Faulkner’s quintessential novel with its modernist stream-of-consciousness style, was a sensation after its publication despite being famously difficult for readers. It uses multiple non-linear narratives to tell the story of a prominent family’s ruin in the author’s native Mississippi, and would help lead to Faulkner’s Nobel Prize.
And Ernest Hemingway’s “A Farewell to Arms” joins his earlier “The Sun Also Rises” in the public domain. The partly autobiographical story of an ambulance driver in Italy during the First World War cemented Hemingway’s status in the American literary canon. It has been frequently adapted for film, TV and radio, which can now be done without permission.
John Steinbeck’s first novel, “A Cup of Gold,” from 1929, will also enter the public domain.
The British novelist Virginia Woolf’s “A Room of One’s Own,” an extended essay that would become a landmark in feminism from the modernist literary luminary, is also on the list. Her novel “Mrs. Dalloway” is already in the U.S. public domain.
Movie legends in the making
While a host of truly major movies will become public in the coming decade, for now early works by major figures from the not-always-stellar early sound era will have to suffice.
A decade before he would move to Hollywood and make films like “Psycho,” and “Vertigo,” Alfred Hitchcock made “Blackmail” in Britain. The film was begun as a silent but shifted to sound during production, resulting in two different versions, one of them the UK’s — and Hitchcock’s — first sound film.
John Ford, whose later Westerns would put him among film’s most vaunted directors, also made his first foray into sound with 1929’s “The Black Watch,” an adventure epic that includes Ford’s future chief collaborator John Wayne as a young extra.
Cecil B. DeMille, already a Hollywood bigwig through silents, made his first talkie with the melodrama “Dynamite.”
Groucho, Harpo and the other Marx Brothers had their first starring movie roles in 1929’s “The Cocoanuts,” a forerunner to future classics like “Animal Crackers” and “Duck Soup.”
“The Broadway Melody,” the first sound film and the second film ever to win the Oscar for best picture — known as “outstanding production” at the time — will also become public, though it’s often ranked among the worst of best picture winners.
And after “Steamboat Willie” made the earliest Mickey Mouse public, a dozen more of his animations will get the same status, including “The Karnival Kid,” where he spoke for the first time.
Music rings out the 20s
Songs from the last year of the Roaring Twenties are also about to become public property.
Cole Porter’s compositions “What Is This Thing Called Love?” and “Tiptoe Through the Tulips” are among the highlights, as is the jazz classic “Ain’t Misbehavin’, written by Fats Waller and Harry Brooks.
“Singin’ in the Rain,” which would later forever be associated with the 1952 Gene Kelly film, made its debut in the 1929 movie “The Hollywood Revue” and will now be public domain.
Different laws regulate sound recordings, and those newly in the public domain date to 1924. They include a recording of “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen” from future star and civil rights icon Marian Anderson, and “Rhapsody in Blue” performed by its composer George Gershwin.
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F.I.R.E. In Singapore: Navigating The Path To Early Retirement Media Outreach Newswire APAC
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Media OutReach Newswire - 16 December 2024 - The financial Independence, Retire Early (F.I.R.E.) movement continues to gain momentum worldwide, and Singapore is no exception. More and more Singaporeans are being drawn to the idea of achieving early retirement and financial independence. While the allure of escaping traditional work structures and enjoying life on one's own terms is undeniable, experts caution that the pursuit of F.I.R.E. requires careful planning, particularly in a high-cost city like Singapore.
Clarence Cheong , Senior Group Financial Services Director at Infinity Platinum and Group Representative for Infinity Financial Advisory, weighs in on the growing F.I.R.E. trend:
"F.I.R.E. is about more than just early retirement-it's a blueprint for financial independence. But in a high-cost city like Singapore, burning too fast could leave you without the fuel for a lifetime."
The Appeal of F.I.R.E.
For many, the promise of early retirement and the freedom to live life on their own terms is irresistible. The F.I.R.E. movement offers several key benefits:
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Early Retirement and Time Freedom : Enthusiasts of F.I.R.E. aim to retire in their 30s or 40s, gaining the freedom to pursue personal passions, travel, or entrepreneurial ventures long before traditional retirement age.
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Financial Discipline : Achieving F.I.R.E. requires intense focus on saving and investing. Those who embrace the movement must cultivate frugality, budgeting, and long-term wealth-building habits, which can lead to better financial discipline.
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Lower Financial Stress : Reaching financial independence relieves the burden of living paycheck to paycheck and the stress of job instability. Once achieved, financial security can also improve mental health and overall well-being.
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Flexibility in Life Choices : Financial independence grants the ability to explore life beYyond the constraints of a 9-to-5 job. F.I.R.E. followers have the freedom to pursue passions, side projects, or new career ventures without worrying about financial survival.
The Challenges of F.I.R.E.
However, while the benefits are compelling, the road to early retirement is fraught with challenges that could derail plans if not carefully managed:
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Aggressive Savings Can Be Restrictive : The pursuit of early retirement often requires extreme frugality, limiting lifestyle choices and potentially diminishing quality of life in the years leading up to retirement.
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Market Dependency: F.I.R.E. depends heavily on the success of investments, exposing participants to market risks. Economic downturns, such as the 2008 financial crisis or the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, can drastically affect retirement funds and future financial stability.
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Healthcare Costs : Retiring early, especially without employer-provided healthcare, presents a significant challenge. In Singapore, healthcare costs can rise as individuals age, and early retirees may exhaust their Medisave contributions before reaching the age of 65, making it essential to plan for medical expenses.
4. Longevity Risk : With increasing life expectancy, early retirees must plan for the possibility of living several decades without a steady income. A lack of proper planning could lead to financial difficulties if resources are depleted too early. Additionally, re-entering the workforce after years of early retirement could prove difficult.
F.I.R.E. in the Singapore Context
Singapore presents unique challenges for those adopting the F.I.R.E. lifestyle. The high cost of living, combined with limited access to CPF funds before the age of 55, means that early retirees need to plan more carefully. CPF Life payouts, which provide a stable income in retirement, don't begin until age 65, which can leave early retirees vulnerable during the years before they begin receiving those funds. Additionally, rising healthcare costs in Singapore mean that early retirees must account for medical expenses that may not be fully covered by the public healthcare system.
Clarence Cheong notes,
"While F.I.R.E. offers a compelling vision of financial freedom, it's crucial to approach it with a strategic, well-rounded financial plan. In Singapore, that means addressing the cost of living, healthcare needs, and long-term financial security through diversified investments and comprehensive retirement planning."
Expert Guidance is Key
As the F.I.R.E. movement continues to inspire people to rethink their approach to retirement, financial experts emphasise the importance of a balanced, realistic strategy. Consulting with a qualified financial advisor is key to crafting a sound investment plan, establishing an emergency buffer, and ensuring that long-term financial goals are met.
"While the dream of early retirement is an exciting one, it's essential to ensure that the journey is sustainable," concludes Cheong.
"With the right planning and discipline, the path to financial independence can be both achievable and secure."
For more information on F.I.R.E. and how to approach early retirement with a comprehensive financial plan, contact Clarence Cheong, Senior Group Financial Services Director of Infinity Platinum, a Group representing Infinity Financial Advisory at ... or +65 90460858.
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Transavia France launches Paris Orly-Kittila service
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Apply for a New Passport Via Smartphones
Looks like the Ministry of External Affairs has finally woken to the plight of Indians and is looking for means of simplifying the passport application process.
The very thought of applying for a passport brings to mind the long, unending queues and the tiresome wait under the sun. But looks like the Ministry of External Affairs has finally woken to the plight of Indians and is looking for means of simplifying the process.
What is that one gadget which almost everyone possesses today? That’s right. A smartphone. And what better way to quickly apply for your passport than through a smartphone application? While there is already an app in the Android market as well as on iTunes, the application is cumbersome and has not gained much popularity.
Also, the present mPassport Seva app doesn’t let users apply for a new passport. All users can do using the app is check the status of their application, calculate fees, check out on the nearest passport centres, take a look at list of police stations in the vicinity and other basic information related to passport filing. With the new upgraded app, not only can users file for passports but even pay the fees online.
Using the app, applicants can apply for their passport online and generate the ARN number. However, once the process is complete, the applicants will have to visit a passport office to submit their documents and for verification process. But this eliminates the need to visit the office each time before generating an ARN number.
The new upgraded application is expected to be launched in a couple of months. The Ministry has outsourced the development of the app.
While online passport application service is extremely popular, it is often tedious and fails to register at times owing to network issues. Also, with multiple users logged in at the same time, on slower networks, the website fails to open or crashes. With the new app, users are hopeful of these issues being resolved. Also, with the new app, applying for a passport from anywhere will get convenient and users need not have access to a PC.
However, things like the size of the app, how slow it will be and security are still not known. Will the app function just as smoothly on a 2G platform? India is still relatively in the dark when it comes to WiFi usage and hubs and with most users connected to mobile internet via EDGE, the passport app will have to be really light and fast.
Ministry officials are keeping mu on the issue so far. A top official at the regional passport office in the city said to Times of India that they had received a communication about the technical wing working on the new app. "It remains to be seen whether there will be issues on connectivity and network," he said.
As long as the new app doesn’t make your phone hang, right?
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Narayana Murthy defends 70-hour workweek concept again, calls on youth to work hard
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New Delhi, Dec 16 Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has reiterated the call to work 70-hour a week, urging ...
New Delhi, Dec 16 Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has reiterated the call to work 70-hour a week, urging young people in India to work hard for the country’s growth.
Murthy first suggested the idea of a 70-hour work week in 2023 to boost the country’s growth. While he invited widespread criticism from people and doctors, the concept was hailed by many including Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal.
Murthy, during his recent visit to Kolkata, said that the younger generation needs to realise that they have to “work hard and work towards making India number one.” He emphasised the need for Indians to strive for excellence.
"At Infosys, I said we will go to the best and compare ourselves with the best global companies. Once we compare ourselves with the best global companies, I can tell you we Indians have a lot to do" Murthy said, speaking at the Indian Chamber of Commerce's centenary launch alongside RPSG Group Chairman Sanjiv Goenka.
“We have to set our aspirations high because 800 million Indians get free ration. That means 800 million Indians are in poverty. If we are not in a position to work hard, then who will work hard?” he added.
Murthy said that he “realised the only way a country can fight poverty is by creating jobs that lead to disposable incomes. The government has absolutely no role in entrepreneurship”.
He stressed that entrepreneurs play a crucial role in building nations by creating wealth and generating employment.
"Entrepreneurs build a nation as they create jobs, they create wealth for their investors and they pay taxes. Therefore, if a country embraces capitalism, it will create good roads, good trains, and good infrastructure," he said.
His comments come amid concerns of workplace stress faced by young Indians, resulting in the loss of lives of many. Health experts have also warned of severe consequences of working long hours that may not only be detrimental to the physical and mental health of the employees but may also have serious effects on their personal and social relationships.
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Eight years ago, tabla maestro Zakir Hussain had narrated how his father Alla Rakha had welcomed him into this world by putting the musical instrument's rhythms into his ears when asked to recite prayers.
Mumbai-born Zakir Hussain passed away at a hospital in San Francisco due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, his family said on Monday.
Zakir Hussain spoke of his father holding him in his arms for the first time.
Alla Rakha was an accomplished tabla player and a frequent accompanist of iconic sitar player Pandit Ravi Shankar.
"I was brought home and handed over to my dad in his arms. The tradition was that the father is supposed to recite a prayer in the baby's ear, welcoming the baby and putting some good words.
"So he takes me in his arms, puts his lips to my ear and recites the tabla rhythms into my ears. My mother was livid. She said, what are you doing? You're supposed to say, you know, prayers, not rhythms.
"And he said, but these are my prayers. This is how I pray. He said, I am the worshipper of Goddess Saraswati and Lord Ganesh. This was a devout Muslim talking. He said this is the knowledge he got from his teachers and wanted to pass it on to his son," Zakir Hussain said.
Born on March 9, 1951 in Mumbai, Ustad Zakir Hussain was awarded the Padma Shri in 1988, Padma Bhushan in 2002 and Padma Vibhushan in 2023.
Zakir Hussain had his early education from St. Michael's School in Mahim and did his graduation from St Xavier's College, both in Mumbai.
During his early days, he used to travel by train and if he could not find a seat, he would spread newspapers on the floor and sleep.
During such journeys, so that no one's feet touched his tabla, he used to sleep with the musical instruments in his lap.
In another interview, Zakir Hussain had recalled an incident when he was 12 years old. He had gone to a concert with his father.
Music stalwarts like Pandit Ravi Shankar, Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, Bismillah Khan, Pandit Shanta Prasad and Pandit Kishan Maharaj were also present at that concert.
Zakir Hussain went on stage with his father and got five rupees for the performance.
"I have earned a lot of money in my life, but those five rupees were the most valuable," the tabla maestro had said.
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Transavia France launches six routes from Bordeaux
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Survivors seek a reckoning as FBI investigates child sex abuse in little-known Christian sect
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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Nearly every detail about the religious group Lisa Webb’s family belonged to was hidden from the outside world. Its followers met in homes rather than churches. Its leadership structure was hard to discern, its finances opaque. It didn’t even have an official name.
But for decades, no secret was as closely guarded as the identities of the sexual predators inside the group known as the “Two by Twos.”
Now a growing number of public allegations from around the world have prompted a broad investigation by the FBI and placed an uncomfortable spotlight on the long-quiet Christian sect. Survivors say the group’s leaders protected child-abusing ministers by pressuring victims to forgive, ignoring legal reporting requirements and by transferring abusers to new locations to live with unsuspecting families.
Ministry leaders have publicly condemned the abuse but several declined to answer questions from The Associated Press.
For Webb, who was sexually abused by one of the group’s ministers as a child, the attention has brought an unexpected sense of “strength in numbers.”
“There are so many who are frustrated and disheartened,” said Webb. “But there’s also camaraderie in that, and support.”
A website, a hotline and social media pages established by victims have documented allegations against more than 900 abusers, with survivors in more than 30 countries and cases continuing to emerge. In the past year, news stories and a Hulu documentary have focused on the sect’s predator preachers and the leaders who enabled them.
While perpetrators have been sentenced to prison in isolated cases, the sect has largely avoided legal repercussions, protected by its decentralized structure, hidden finances and state laws that limit the timeline for criminal charges.
The secret sect’s origin story
The sect, also known to its members as “The Way” or “The Truth,” was founded in Ireland in 1897 by William Irvine, who railed against the existence of churches. The only way to spread Christianity, he argued, was to do as Jesus instructed in the Book of Matthew: to send apostles out to live among those they sought to convert.
The sect grew as volunteer preachers — known as workers — went “two by two” to live in the family homes of followers for days or weeks at a time. Sect historians say there were up to a few million members just a few decades ago, but current estimates put the figure at 75,000 to 85,000 worldwide.
Unlike the Boy Scouts or the Catholic Church, which have paid out billions to sex abuse victims, the sect’s aversion to property leaves it without apparent assets that might be used to pay settlements, legal experts say.
Workers are supposed to shun worldly possessions, relying on followers for food, shelter and transportation. But that also ensures abusive workers have access to potential victims.
Webb was abused by a preacher who stayed with her family in Michigan when she was 11. The man, Peter Mousseau, was convicted much later — after he expressed an interest in visiting her in 2008 and she decided to pursue charges. A regional overseer to whom she previously reported the abuse was later convicted for failing to report abuse allegations against another local worker.
“You have this mindset that they are angels in your home. They can do no wrong, so you don’t have any kind of wall up,” she said. “It was just the perfect storm created, the perfect recipe for this kind of behavior.”
Abusers live among their victims
Sheri Autrey had just turned 14 when a 28-year-old worker moved into her family’s home in Visalia, California, for two months.
He began abusing her immediately, sneaking to her room at night and taking her for daytime drives. He turned up the radio whenever the Hall & Oates song “Maneater” came on, singing: “Watch out boy, she’ll chew you up.”
When Autrey revealed the abuse to her mother a few years later, her mom reported it to the sect’s regional overseer, who was in charge of all the workers in the area.
The overseer refused to warn other families. Instead, he sent the worker back to Autrey’s home to apologize.
Autrey, raised to be meek, erupted. Her family took her to the district attorney’s office but declined to put her through a prosecution.
“I would have to explain, explicitly, what happened,” Autrey said. “And I was in no way prepared for that.”
Decades later, Autrey was at a baseball game when “Maneater” came on. She had to walk around the stadium to calm herself down, and she resolved to send a letter about the abuse to hundreds of sect members.
“I wanted anyone else who was a victim to know she is not the only one,” Autrey said. “She needs to know there is help.”
Many more cases of abuse
One worker from Peru, Americo Quispe, was sent to Garland, Texas, in the early 2000s after facing allegations of inappropriate behavior in his home country. He soon found new victims, some of whose families went to police. He returned to Peru before he could be arrested.
Quispe was later convicted of molestation in Peru and sentenced to 30 years. He has never faced the charges in Texas.
Another worker, Ruben Mata, abused dozens of boys, among them 10-year-old Douglas Patterson, who was lured away from his family during a sect convention in the early 1990s. Patterson said he kept quiet about it because he feared his family would leave the sect — and thus be barred from eternal salvation — if he told.
Mata was eventually convicted in 2006 in a separate sex abuse case. He died in a California prison.
Members told to keep abuse reports quiet
A few months before Mata’s trial, the Saskatchewan, Canada, overseer, Dale Shultz, sent two letters to colleagues.
One was to be shown to any concerned members. It acknowledged Mata was a pedophile and that workers had been alerted to his abuse at least three times. The sect only notified authorities after Mata resigned, according to the letter.
The second was for staff. It said no copies should be made of the first letter.
“The purpose of the letter is to help those who have concerns, not to advertise a kingdom problem to those who either do not know about it or are not having a problem with it,” Shultz wrote.
In another case, a regional overseer for Arizona, Ed Alexander, wrote a letter to a child-molesting elder in 2005 observing that “we love our people very much and don’t want to report their misdeeds.”
The letter suggested the sect could fulfill its mandatory abuse-reporting obligations by recommending offenders get professional counseling, because then the counselors — rather than sect leaders — would be obligated to make the reports to police.
“They believe that child sexual assault is just a sin. Like, you’re a sinner, they are a sinner, it’s all just sin,” said Eileen Dickey, one of the man’s victims. She reported the abuse to sect leaders because she was worried other children would be targeted.
“I was told never to talk about it,” she said.
Alexander would not speak with The Associated Press: “Unfortunately, the media coverage has been so negative and one-sided that I am going to have to decline an interview,” he texted.
Former minister recounts culture of downplaying misdeeds
Jared Snyder spent more than two decades as an itinerant minister before becoming disillusioned and quitting. No one told him directly about abuse, Snyder said, but he occasionally heard rumors.
The sect’s culture — which makes gossip taboo and places tremendous pressure on members to be merciful — meant that misdeeds big or small were downplayed, he said.
“One overseer just explicitly told me, ‘The less you know, the better off you are,’” he said.
As a worker, Snyder received no paychecks, retirement benefits or health insurance benefits, and he was discouraged from using banks. But he was never without spending money: Followers regularly offer cash to the workers, and Snyder said he frequently had thousands of dollars in his pockets.
Most of that money would get spent on building materials, food or other supplies at regional conventions, Snyder said.
The case that exposed the sect to more scrutiny
In June 2022, a regional overseer named Dean Bruer died in an Oregon motel room. Bruer, 67, had served in at least 22 states and territories and seven countries since 1976, according to a timeline compiled by Pam Walton, a former member who has used historical records and photographs to track the movements of predatory preachers.
Nine months after Bruer died, Doyle Smith, the overseer for Idaho and Oregon, wrote a letter to members. Evidence left on Bruer’s phone and laptop showed he had raped and abused multiple underage victims, Smith wrote.
“Dean was a sexual predator,” Smith wrote. “We never respect or defend such totally inappropriate behavior among us. There is a very united consensus among us that the only thing to do is to be transparent with all of you for obvious reasons, though this is very difficult.”
That transparency did not extend to dealings with local police. It was only after Autrey, another abuse survivor, and private investigator Cynthia Liles — all former sect members — pressured Smith that he turned Bruer’s laptop over to detectives, Autrey told the AP.
By then, the computer had been tampered with, according to records from the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office in Oregon. The web browser search history was cleared. Bruer’s Apple ID had been changed and files transferred out of his DropBox account. Bruer’s phone was never provided to police, and the “Find My iPhone” feature had been disabled.
“What web browsing history was present on the laptop that someone didn’t want anyone else knowing about?” Detective Jeffrey Burlew wrote in a police report. Unable to find any evidence of a crime within its jurisdiction, the office closed the investigation.
Smith did not respond to phone messages from the AP.
Survivors and law enforcement dig deeper
Though Autrey and others had long sought reforms in the sect, Bruer’s death proved to be a catalyst. Autrey, Liles and another survivor launched a hotline, website and Facebook pages for survivors.
In February, the FBI’s field office in Omaha, Nebraska, announced an investigation.
The outcry prompted some sect leaders to condemn the abuse and to ask consultants for advice on how to better protect members. But at least some regional overseers have ultimately declined to adopt recommended child abuse prevention policies — saying the only true code of conduct is the New Testament.
And some leaders still warn members against criticizing the sect.
At an August convention in Duncan, British Columbia, a worker helping to lead the event did not mention the abuse scandal directly but told members to lay aside “evil speakings.”
“It’s more easy to be critical than to be correct,” preached Robert Doecke, a worker from Australia. “If you feed on problems, it will only make more problems. But if you focus on the Lord, it will lead to solutions.”
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10 Students Hospitalised After Gas Leak At Jaipur Coaching Centre
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Ten students from a coaching institute in Mahesh Nagar in Rajasthan's Jaipur were rushed to the hospital after they fainted due to a suspected gas leak from a nearby drain.
The incident that occurred on Sunday evening triggered panic, with students complaining of severe headaches and difficulty in breathing.
According to the police, preliminary investigations suggest the gas leak may have originated from a drain near the institute. Smoke originating from the kitchen located on the terrace of the building is also being examined as a contributing factor.
A doctor from a private hospital confirmed that seven students were brought in with symptoms of suffocation and respiratory distress, while the remaining students were admitted to other medical facilities. "The affected students reported coughing and breathlessness but are now in stable condition," the doctor said.
Authorities have ruled out food poisoning as the cause, but the exact source of the gas leak is yet to be determined.
Investigations are ongoing to establish accountability for the negligence that led to the incident.
The situation sparked protests outside the coaching centre, with locals and parents demanding answers and stricter safety measures. They raised their voice against such lapses which are unacceptable, especially in educational spaces, meant to ensure the well-being of children
The police have assured a thorough probe into the incident and emphasized the importance of adhering to safety standards to prevent such occurrences in the future. Meanwhile, all hospitalised students are reported to be recovering.
The incident has raised serious questions about safety measures in the coaching centre and it's unchecked infrastructure issues. Further updates are awaited as officials continue their investigation.
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This year's final subscription concert at the new Jacobs Music Center began with Richard Strauss's tone poem Don Juan and ended with his equally familiar Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks. In between, Inon Barnatan was featured in two twentieth century piano concertos by Dimitri Shostakovich.
The usual please-silence-the-phones admonition before the concert was more emphatic than usual. The audience was informed that this last of three performances would be recorded for possible commercial release. As you'll see, that didn't stop one competitive phone from auditioning.
The familiar Don Juan lives up to its name. It's a tone poem for orchestra with a mix of romance, heroism and tragedy. San Diego Symphony Music Director and conductor Rafael Payare was at his enthusiasticly acrobatic best. The music's many moods were reflected in his motions and facial expressions and then realized in the orchestra for an exciting performance.
Payare was a French horn player in Venezuela's El Sistema youth orchestra. Perhaps that's why so many of the performances in the first season at the redesigned Jacobs Music Center have included spotlight opportunities for the instrument. The Don Juan theme, with its stirring octave-jump opening, is often used for orchestra auditions. Principal French horn Benjamin Jabar showed why he can win such auditions.
Not that Strauss neglects the orchestra's other musicians. The piece is a near concerto for orchestra, and Payare was at his passionate, demanding best.
A couple of minor solo stumbles ignored or unnoticed in concert would be easy to 'air brush' for a potentially often heard recording. But through no fault of the musicians, sound engineers will have a far greater challenge if a decision is made to release the recording of Shostakovich's second piano concerto with soloist Inon Barnatan. This was the third concert in this season's Jacob schedule that I've attended in which a phone was a decidedly unwelcome addition to the orchestration.
Unfortunately for the recording, this phone chose the second concerto's first movement to make the loudest and most persistent distraction of the three.
I was a row back from the offending electronic imp. I watched the owner and the women next to him struggle together over the phone without success, and became increasingly tempted to hurdle a seat, seize the loathsome gadget and stomp it into submission.
It stopped before I took my chance to become a hero for the musicians and a shushing audience. But alas, the phone had merely paused for a no doubt timed interval before again squawking as the movement ended. Barnatan and Payare waited with saintly patience to begin the second movement until silence prevailed.
The two Shostakovich piano concertos are among the best of the twentieth century, full of bravura playing and catchy melodies. The second was written for the composer's son Maxim's nineteenth birthday and conservatory graduation exam. It begins with a jaunty flair, tinged with the composer's penchant for musical sarcasm. One of the themes is reminiscent of a souped up 'What do you do with a drunken sailor'.
The second movement, in sharp contrast, features one of Shostakovich's most alluring tunes, one of touching limpid beauty. The third and final movement returns to the mood of the first.
Barnatan, like Payare, gets visibly into the emotions of the music he performs. He had smiles, rhythmic body movements and approving head nods as he zipped at rapid tempos through the outer movements, and gave clear indications of how much he savored the beauty of the second.
As usual, Payare was an effective concerto partner, although the orchestra did hide the soloist for a few over-exuberant seconds at one point.
The post-intermission performances were full of the same mix of passionate gusto and lyricism. Sound engineering for a recording would be a snap, no minor air brushing needed, no telephonic competition.
Shostakovich's second piano concerto is a fun piece, written to show off his son's talent. The first is more typical of the composer. Its quick outer movements demonstrate the same sense of humor, but with more obvious sarcastic parody. Similarly, the slow middle movement has comparable beauty, but reflective melancholy isn't far from the surface.
The work began as a concerto for strings and trumpet. Dissatisfied with a trumpet's expressiveness and range, Shostakovich turned it into a concerto for piano and strings. The trumpet remains as an effective supporting actor, especially prominent with the horse-race-like feel of the third and final movement.
Trumpeter Paul Merkelo and pianist Barnatan were in frequent eye contact while they and the audience enjoyed their witty interplay. In most performances the trumpeter is stage front. I'm not sure why Merkelo was largely hidden behind the opened piano top for this one. Fortunately, his sound was unaffected in the hall's excellent acoustics.
Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks is Strauss's most elaborately orchestrated tone poem. It depicts the mischievous actions of the German folk hero of the title. The composer wrote program notes in the score of a friend:
[a] wicked goblin up to new tricks ... Till hops on horseback and rides through the market, disguises himself as a minister mocking religion, flirts with women, poses as an academician engaging in scholarly double-talk, and by the end of the work finds himself on trial and sentenced to death by hanging.
Payare pulled out all the stops. (A cliché, but maybe an organ metaphor is ok in a concert review?) Dynamics were appropriately wide as Till hopped from one prank to the next, the theme that represents him hopping with him.
Soloists and sections accompanied with a riotous mix of orchestral colors and emotions from satirically mocking to somber as Till is ultimately punished for his nose tweaking. Amidst a funerial orchestral accompaniment, a clarinet repeats Till's theme, quietly at first, then in a shriek representing his end, and finally as a sad wistful memory.
The performances of each of the four pieces was worthy of a recording, although the two of the concert's first half would need a bit of studio work.
The concert was additional evidence of the excellence of both the San Diego Symphony and its new concert hall.
Copyright © 15 December 2024
Ron Bierman,
San Diego, USA
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What if telekinesis was real? How would you react? Our hidden camera experiment captures the reactions of unsuspecting customers at a New York City coffee shop as they witness a telekinetic event.
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No More Endless Browsing: Searchkiya.com Delivers Exactly What You Need
By ANI | Published: December 16, 2024 11:31 AM2024-12-16T11:31:51+5:302024-12-16T11:35:03+5:30
VMPL New Delhi [India], December 16: 'We don't talk anymore' isn't just a timeless breakup anthem, but an unfortunate ...
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Week 15's Sunday Night Football ended in a comfortable one-sided affair.
The Green Bay Packers went on the road and conquered the Seattle Seahawks 30-13 in a game the latter really never founded their footing in.
Jordan Love and Josh Jacobs found their rhythm early and didn't let up, while Geno Smith struggled before leaving the action early with a knee injury, being replaced by Sam Howell.
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Seattle made it 23-13 in the fourth quarter and increased the pressure slightly on Love and Co., but a Howell interception eventually sealed the deal.
The result moved Green Bay to 10-4 while Seattle dropped to 8-6 in a tight NFC West race. Let's analyze the prime time game further with three takeaways:
Jordan Love and Josh Jacobs shine
The Packers were led to victory by their two best offensive talents. Love stepped up with a clean game, throwing for 229 yards on 20 of 27 completions for two touchdowns and no picks while not taking a sack.
Jacobs carried the rock 26 times for 94 yards and a touchdown, continuing his excellent first campaign with Green Bay.
Romeo Doubs caught both of Love's touchdowns, including a ridiculous low snag that iced the game late in the fourth.
“HOW DID DOUBS CATCH THAT?!” 😱
— Sunday Night Football on NBC (@SNFonNBC) December 16, 2024
An INSANE grab in the back of the end zone.
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Seattle won't go far with Geno Smith
The Seahawks are in position to make the playoffs, whether that's as the NFC West winners or through the wild card. But they're still not that much different with Mike Macdonald as head coach, especially with Geno Smith under center.
Prior to the knee injury, Smith completed 15 of 19 passes for 149 yards, no touchdowns and one pick while being sacked three times. Seattle did give Smith an extension after his play made them relevant in playoff conversations, but he's still not the team's long-term signal caller and a short playoff run, if at all with three weeks to go, is likely.
Young Packers shine on defense
The Packers have become known for deploying several top young prospects on offense, but don't forget about their underrated defense, too.
Leading the way in the win was 23-year-old linebacker Edgerrin Cooper and 24-year-old defensive end Kingsley Enagbare. Cooper led the team with seven total tackles (six solo), one sack, two tackles for loss, two QB hits and two passes defended, on top of a 22-yard interception return on Howell.
Enagbare had five solo tackles (second most for Green Bay) that included three tackles for loss, two sacks and two QB hits. The Packers indicated last season they're built for a deep playoff push. With young talents like this on both sides of the ball, they should be in the mix again.
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Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar has resigned from all party posts while expressing disappointment at not being included in the Maharashtra cabinet.
Speaking to reporters in Bhandara on Sunday, Bhondekar, who was the Shiv Sena's deputy leader and co-ordinator for eastern Vidarbha districts, claimed his party head and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had promised him a cabinet berth.
Bhondekar said he aspired to secure a cabinet berth to become the guardian minister of Bhandara district and work for its development.
He won from the Bhandara constituency by defeating his Congress rival by more than 38,000 votes in the November 20 state polls.
A total of 39 legislators from Mahayuti allies were sworn in on Sunday in the first cabinet expansion of the Devendra Fadnavis-led ministry including 16 new faces, while 10 former ministers were excluded.
While the BJP secured 19 ministerial berths by virtue of being the largest party among allies, Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) were allotted 11 and 9 berths, respectively.
Bhondekar said, "I joined the Shiv Sena on the condition that I would be given a cabinet berth. Shinde had even promised me the same. When Shinde became chief minister in the previous government, I was an independent MLA and extended support to him."
The Sena leader claimed his name was also considered for a ministerial position during the last cabinet expansion (of the previous Mahayuti government).
"When I reviewed the cabinet list and realised I was omitted, I decided to step down from all positions in the party," he said.
Bhondekar said he intended to secure a cabinet post to become the guardian minister of Bhandara district, but he will now serve as an ordinary party worker.
Bhandara district consistently had an outsider as the guardian minister for several years. Such a practice has hindered the resolution of issues affecting the district, he claimed.
"I no longer have the mindset to hold any official position. I have submitted my resignation to my party leaders and await their response," Bhondekar said.
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Survivors seek a reckoning as FBI investigates child sex abuse in little-known Christian sect
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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Nearly every detail about the religious group Lisa Webb’s family belonged to was hidden from the outside world. Its followers met in homes rather than churches. Its leadership structure was hard to discern, its finances opaque. It didn’t even have an official name.
But for decades, no secret was as closely guarded as the identities of the sexual predators inside the group known as the “Two by Twos.”
Now a growing number of public allegations from around the world have prompted a broad investigation by the FBI and placed an uncomfortable spotlight on the long-quiet Christian sect. Survivors say the group’s leaders protected child-abusing ministers by pressuring victims to forgive, ignoring legal reporting requirements and by transferring abusers to new locations to live with unsuspecting families.
Ministry leaders have publicly condemned the abuse but several declined to answer questions from The Associated Press.
For Webb, who was sexually abused by one of the group’s ministers as a child, the attention has brought an unexpected sense of “strength in numbers.”
“There are so many who are frustrated and disheartened,” said Webb. “But there’s also camaraderie in that, and support.”
A website, a hotline and social media pages established by victims have documented allegations against more than 900 abusers, with survivors in more than 30 countries and cases continuing to emerge. In the past year, news stories and a Hulu documentary have focused on the sect’s predator preachers and the leaders who enabled them.
While perpetrators have been sentenced to prison in isolated cases, the sect has largely avoided legal repercussions, protected by its decentralized structure, hidden finances and state laws that limit the timeline for criminal charges.
The secret sect’s origin story
The sect, also known to its members as “The Way” or “The Truth,” was founded in Ireland in 1897 by William Irvine, who railed against the existence of churches. The only way to spread Christianity, he argued, was to do as Jesus instructed in the Book of Matthew: to send apostles out to live among those they sought to convert.
The sect grew as volunteer preachers — known as workers — went “two by two” to live in the family homes of followers for days or weeks at a time. Sect historians say there were up to a few million members just a few decades ago, but current estimates put the figure at 75,000 to 85,000 worldwide.
Unlike the Boy Scouts or the Catholic Church, which have paid out billions to sex abuse victims, the sect’s aversion to property leaves it without apparent assets that might be used to pay settlements, legal experts say.
Workers are supposed to shun worldly possessions, relying on followers for food, shelter and transportation. But that also ensures abusive workers have access to potential victims.
Webb was abused by a preacher who stayed with her family in Michigan when she was 11. The man, Peter Mousseau, was convicted much later — after he expressed an interest in visiting her in 2008 and she decided to pursue charges. A regional overseer to whom she previously reported the abuse was later convicted for failing to report abuse allegations against another local worker.
“You have this mindset that they are angels in your home. They can do no wrong, so you don’t have any kind of wall up,” she said. “It was just the perfect storm created, the perfect recipe for this kind of behavior.”
Abusers live among their victims
Sheri Autrey had just turned 14 when a 28-year-old worker moved into her family’s home in Visalia, California, for two months.
He began abusing her immediately, sneaking to her room at night and taking her for daytime drives. He turned up the radio whenever the Hall & Oates song “Maneater” came on, singing: “Watch out boy, she’ll chew you up.”
When Autrey revealed the abuse to her mother a few years later, her mom reported it to the sect’s regional overseer, who was in charge of all the workers in the area.
The overseer refused to warn other families. Instead, he sent the worker back to Autrey’s home to apologize.
Autrey, raised to be meek, erupted. Her family took her to the district attorney’s office but declined to put her through a prosecution.
“I would have to explain, explicitly, what happened,” Autrey said. “And I was in no way prepared for that.”
Decades later, Autrey was at a baseball game when “Maneater” came on. She had to walk around the stadium to calm herself down, and she resolved to send a letter about the abuse to hundreds of sect members.
“I wanted anyone else who was a victim to know she is not the only one,” Autrey said. “She needs to know there is help.”
Many more cases of abuse
One worker from Peru, Americo Quispe, was sent to Garland, Texas, in the early 2000s after facing allegations of inappropriate behavior in his home country. He soon found new victims, some of whose families went to police. He returned to Peru before he could be arrested.
Quispe was later convicted of molestation in Peru and sentenced to 30 years. He has never faced the charges in Texas.
Another worker, Ruben Mata, abused dozens of boys, among them 10-year-old Douglas Patterson, who was lured away from his family during a sect convention in the early 1990s. Patterson said he kept quiet about it because he feared his family would leave the sect — and thus be barred from eternal salvation — if he told.
Mata was eventually convicted in 2006 in a separate sex abuse case. He died in a California prison.
Members told to keep abuse reports quiet
A few months before Mata’s trial, the Saskatchewan, Canada, overseer, Dale Shultz, sent two letters to colleagues.
One was to be shown to any concerned members. It acknowledged Mata was a pedophile and that workers had been alerted to his abuse at least three times. The sect only notified authorities after Mata resigned, according to the letter.
The second was for staff. It said no copies should be made of the first letter.
“The purpose of the letter is to help those who have concerns, not to advertise a kingdom problem to those who either do not know about it or are not having a problem with it,” Shultz wrote.
In another case, a regional overseer for Arizona, Ed Alexander, wrote a letter to a child-molesting elder in 2005 observing that “we love our people very much and don’t want to report their misdeeds.”
The letter suggested the sect could fulfill its mandatory abuse-reporting obligations by recommending offenders get professional counseling, because then the counselors — rather than sect leaders — would be obligated to make the reports to police.
“They believe that child sexual assault is just a sin. Like, you’re a sinner, they are a sinner, it’s all just sin,” said Eileen Dickey, one of the man’s victims. She reported the abuse to sect leaders because she was worried other children would be targeted.
“I was told never to talk about it,” she said.
Alexander would not speak with The Associated Press: “Unfortunately, the media coverage has been so negative and one-sided that I am going to have to decline an interview,” he texted.
Former minister recounts culture of downplaying misdeeds
Jared Snyder spent more than two decades as an itinerant minister before becoming disillusioned and quitting. No one told him directly about abuse, Snyder said, but he occasionally heard rumors.
The sect’s culture — which makes gossip taboo and places tremendous pressure on members to be merciful — meant that misdeeds big or small were downplayed, he said.
“One overseer just explicitly told me, ‘The less you know, the better off you are,’” he said.
As a worker, Snyder received no paychecks, retirement benefits or health insurance benefits, and he was discouraged from using banks. But he was never without spending money: Followers regularly offer cash to the workers, and Snyder said he frequently had thousands of dollars in his pockets.
Most of that money would get spent on building materials, food or other supplies at regional conventions, Snyder said.
The case that exposed the sect to more scrutiny
In June 2022, a regional overseer named Dean Bruer died in an Oregon motel room. Bruer, 67, had served in at least 22 states and territories and seven countries since 1976, according to a timeline compiled by Pam Walton, a former member who has used historical records and photographs to track the movements of predatory preachers.
Nine months after Bruer died, Doyle Smith, the overseer for Idaho and Oregon, wrote a letter to members. Evidence left on Bruer’s phone and laptop showed he had raped and abused multiple underage victims, Smith wrote.
“Dean was a sexual predator,” Smith wrote. “We never respect or defend such totally inappropriate behavior among us. There is a very united consensus among us that the only thing to do is to be transparent with all of you for obvious reasons, though this is very difficult.”
That transparency did not extend to dealings with local police. It was only after Autrey, another abuse survivor, and private investigator Cynthia Liles — all former sect members — pressured Smith that he turned Bruer’s laptop over to detectives, Autrey told the AP.
By then, the computer had been tampered with, according to records from the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office in Oregon. The web browser search history was cleared. Bruer’s Apple ID had been changed and files transferred out of his DropBox account. Bruer’s phone was never provided to police, and the “Find My iPhone” feature had been disabled.
“What web browsing history was present on the laptop that someone didn’t want anyone else knowing about?” Detective Jeffrey Burlew wrote in a police report. Unable to find any evidence of a crime within its jurisdiction, the office closed the investigation.
Smith did not respond to phone messages from the AP.
Survivors and law enforcement dig deeper
Though Autrey and others had long sought reforms in the sect, Bruer’s death proved to be a catalyst. Autrey, Liles and another survivor launched a hotline, website and Facebook pages for survivors.
In February, the FBI’s field office in Omaha, Nebraska, announced an investigation.
The outcry prompted some sect leaders to condemn the abuse and to ask consultants for advice on how to better protect members. But at least some regional overseers have ultimately declined to adopt recommended child abuse prevention policies — saying the only true code of conduct is the New Testament.
And some leaders still warn members against criticizing the sect.
At an August convention in Duncan, British Columbia, a worker helping to lead the event did not mention the abuse scandal directly but told members to lay aside “evil speakings.”
“It’s more easy to be critical than to be correct,” preached Robert Doecke, a worker from Australia. “If you feed on problems, it will only make more problems. But if you focus on the Lord, it will lead to solutions.”
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BEIJING, Dec. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
At an elegantly designed bookstore in Langyuan Vintage recently, a throng of young readers were listening attentively to four women writers talking about their writing experience, followed by questions from the audience. Two of them were noted Malaysian-Chinese writer Li Zishu and Chinese writer Qiao Ye, who had made reciprocal visits for literary exchanges between China and Malaysia in 2024. This was one of the special activities to mark the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between the two countries in 2024.
According to the Beijing Publishing Group (BPG), the mechanism of literary exchange was established between the BPG and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (The Institute of Language and Literature) in May 2023. It was then when the
BPG office in Malaysia was inaugurated, as was the office of Han Culture Centre Malaysia in Beijing. In September, the two institutions officially signed the Kuala Lumpur project of the reciprocal visits of writers, marking a milestone between their cooperation. This is an important platform of exchanges between writers of China and Malaysia.
Unexpectedly warm welcome
At the invitation of Beijing October Arts & Literature Publishing House under the
BPG, Li Zishu, whose novel
Liusudi, or
Worldly Land, which won the Huazong Literary Award, the highest literary prize of Malaysian-Chinese literature in Malaysia, had a 52-day tour from October to November in various Chinese cities, including Beijing, Lijiang, Chengdu, Chongqing, Qingdao and Hohhot. During her stay in China, Li promoted her two books and shared her writing experience, which was warmly welcomed by Chinese literary enthusiasts. Many of them came to buy her books to then be signed by the author herself, and shared their thoughts ignited by her books.
"It is beyond my expectation that books by the Malaysian-Chinese, a small group from a small country have been so well received in China," Li said during her interview in Beijing with the Global Times.
"It is because the Chinese community in Malaysia have the same culture and values with the Chinese people that the ordinary readers can enter the worlds of my novels, understand their characters and share their experiences without any obstacles. And this also results from the influence of Confucianism, featuring kindness, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and trust," Li noted.
Li first came to China in 2007 and stayed in Beijing for two years. Despite her fluency in Chinese, she still had a "cultural shock" in the beginning. But this inspired her to observe life and write about her experiences in the capital city. Many of them were included into her mini-novel collection tiled Yusheng (meaning the rest of life), which was another book she promoted during this trip. "Without my stay in Beijing, I would never have written these works," she said.
After returning home, Li started to reflect on her own country and culture. "The diversity between China and Malaysia in the way of life, modes of thinking and languages - mixed languages, have made strong impact on my thoughts, which helped nourish and enliven my literary creations," Li told the Global Times.
Furthermore, she expressed great appreciation for China's strong support for the Malaysian-Chinese writers. Having her novels published in the Chinese mainland is "very encouraging for us," she told the Global Times. "It has made it possible for us to move a step forward."
However, Li also stressed that she did not hope this was an activity from just one side. She expected that the Malaysian-Chinese literature could also inspire the literary creation in the Chinese mainland, and gave its writers some new thoughts. "I hope it can play a two-way role so that each side can learn from and inspire each other, which is the most important thing."
Li's novel
Worldly Land
will be adapted and made into a film. "This adaptation can draw more widespread social attention and help people learn about the changes of the Malaysian-Chinese community, especially several families over the past 50 years," Chen Yucheng, a deputy editor-in-chief of Beijing October Arts & Literature Publishing House and planning editor of
Worldly Land, told the Global Times.
'Amiable visit'
Chinese writer
Qiao Ye, whose novel
Baoshui Village
has earned the Mao Dun Literary Prize - the top literary award in Chinese mainland, had a 15-day tour in Malaysia in September 2024. She visited Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Ipoh. During her visit, Qiao participated in many literary exchange activities and visited historical sites and Chinese language schools, interacted with local readers, and discussed the creation, translation and publication of literary works with local officials, writers and scholars.
"This was the most in-depth academic exchange abroad with the longest duration for me,"
Qiao told the Global Times. As there are many Malaysian-Chinese in Malaysia, she felt "very amiable during my visit, so did the locals when they saw me." Touring many ancestral halls and familial temples, Qiao witnessed the complete preservation of the Chinese culture by the local people whose ancestors were mostly from Guangdong and Fujian provinces. "These are all strong traces of Chinese culture. They show we share the same roots," said Qiao.
During her stay in Malaysia,
Qiao also met Li. She said in Li's novel
Worldly Land, there are traces of Chinese culture everywhere, such as playing Chinese chess, sending red envelopes at the full-month of newborn babies and so on. "These all demonstrate the strong vitality of our Chinese culture."
Of course, it also reveals some differences between the Malaysian-Chinese and the Chinese cultures due to historical reasons and their experience of living overseas,
Qiao admitted.
"Although they look different on the surface, they are connected through literature,"
Qiao said. "But such differences are very charming, and can become a reference for our Chinese culture which is diversified and deep-rooted with luxuriant leaves. It gives us a sense of proximity in the far distance."
"The exchange of visits has set up a literary bridge, which can be extended as long as you like. And Li's novel Worldly Land can serve as such a bridge," Qiao said.
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16 : Nita Ambani, owner of the Mumbai Indians, expressed her satisfaction with the team MI assembled for the Women's Premier League 2025 season while also outlining the team's vision and wanting to back youngsters.
During the mini-auction on Sunday, Mumbai Indians, the inaugural champions in the WPL, added four players to complete the 18-member squad by getting South African all-rounder Nadine de Klerk and Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Sanskriti Gupta and Rajasthan pacer Akshita Maheshwari in addition to Kamalini.
Speaking after the auction in Bengaluru, Nita Ambani said as quoted from a video posted by MI on Instagram, "We are all very happy and satisfied with the team we have assembled today. Auctions are exciting and emotional at the same time. I am so proud of all the girls who have participated in the auction today and all the girls who have now become part of the Mumbai Indians family: G Kamalini, Nadine de Klerk, Sanskriti Gupta and Akshita Maheshwari."
Mumbai Indians also managed to add the highly rated and much coveted G Kamalini to the roster. The 16-year-old from Tamil Nadu made her India U19 debut against Pakistan U19s in the U19 Asia Cup.
In the auction, the 16-year-old's bid was zoomed to Rs 1.6 crore and confirmed her spot in the Mumbai-based franchise's squad.
Talking about her signing, Nita Amabni said, "This year we are very excited about the 16-year-old Kamalini. Our scouts have been tracking her for some time and she is a very exciting new talent to look out for. So, in all, a satisfying day at the auction."
Nita Ambani welcomed the four new players with a message, saying, "We warmly welcome you to the Mumbai Indians family. Mumbai Indians have always tried to scout, nurture and develop young talent. We have done this with our men's team and it is a proud feeling to see Bumrah, Hardik and now Tilak representing India on the global stage. We are trying to do the same thing with our girls too. Last year, we picked Sajana up in the auction. It's wonderful to see her now playing for Team India."
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Smartphones Leading to Workaholic-ness
A new study suggests that smartphone users really can't get enough of their smartphones, connecting them to work 24 hours a day.
A new study suggests that Kiwis really can't get enough of their smartphones, connecting them to work 24 hours a day.
They use their phones in the car, in bed, on the bus, at work, at the pub and on holiday, and they don't mind the intrusion, Stuff.co.nz reported.
The Great New Zealand Employment Survey 2013 conducted by Clarian HR in association with Massey University showed that 73% of people now work outside of office hours and much of that can be attributed to technology such as smartphones.
Nearly two-thirds of those surveyed said the technology had meant they were doing more work than they used to.
Respondents said they were able to better utilise down time and had become more efficient, but conversely felt they always had to reply to emails promptly regardless of whether they had been sent after-hours in case their managers questioned their work ethic.
But only one in four people thought smartphones had made their lives worse - the majority saying the phones had either had no impact or had a positive effect.
Respondents loved that they never got lost any more - thanks to smartphone maps, could deal with minor issues quickly, deal with issues after-hours to stay on top of high workloads, and have a calendar at their fingertips to schedule time effectively.
But others felt they had less time for family and could not fully unwind from work, especially on Friday nights and weekends.
ANI
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Transavia receives seventh A321neo
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Transavia initiated the phased retirement of its Boeing 737 fleet as part of a broader fleet modernisation strategy, which included retiring the first 737-700 in early November 2024 and transferring it to Enschede Airport Twente for dismantling1 2. This strategy was aligned with the introduction of new Airbus models, with Transavia receiving its sixth A321neo in June 2024 and planning for further deliveries by the end of 20243.
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Takeaways from AP’s reporting on a child sex abuse crisis inside a secretive Christian sect
Associated Press
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — For decades, a little-known Christian sect has dealt with its abusive ministers and spiritual elders mostly in secret, shunning legal action in favor of urging victims to forgive the predators in their midst.
Forgiveness, however, was far from a cure: The abusers were often sent to live with other unsuspecting families, where they had easy access to new victims.
Now a grassroots effort by survivors has exposed the depth of the scandal — documenting allegations against more than 900 abusers in 30 countries, with cases continuing to emerge — and thrust the nameless sect into the public eye. The FBI has also launched an investigation into the group, sometimes called the “Two by Twos.”
The Associated Press interviewed more than a dozen current and former members, workers and experts, and reviewed letters, court documents and other records supporting the allegations. Several sect leaders and ministers either declined interview requests or did not respond to messages.
Here are some takeaways from the AP’s reporting.
The core doctrine of the sect put kids at high risk
Child sex abuse is a significant problem within many religious institutions: Insurance data company Advisen lists child sexual abuse as the second most frequent insurance loss for religious organizations, after wage-related claims. But survivors say the tenets of the Two by Twos place kids at particularly high risk.
The sect believes its volunteer ministers, called “workers,” should live among followers and rely on them for food, housing and other needs.
Many survivors told the AP they were abused by preachers staying in their homes. In some cases, the abuse was revealed and the offending worker was asked to leave the ministry. Frequently, however, regional leaders called “overseers” simply transferred the worker to a new region without warning other members.
Former sect member Pam Walton uses photos from annual sect conventions, reports from members and other records to track the movements of workers and overseers with abuse allegations.
“I don’t think people were understanding the magnitude that these men and women traveled,” Walton said.
One abusive overseer, Dean Bruer, served in at least 22 states and territories and seven countries from the time he joined the ministry in 1976 until his death in 2022.
A culture of ‘mercy’ enabled abusers
Former worker Jared Snyder says bringing up someone’s past sins is considered taboo because that person “has already been forgiven by God.” As a result, members and workers alike often would only talk euphemistically about problems, Snyder said, and even major misdeeds were frequently downplayed.
“There is an underlying fear of being judged as a person who has a ‘bad spirit’ if you are not merciful enough,” Snyder says.
Some sect leaders cautioned against digging into allegations. One overseer told Snyder, “The less you know, the better off you are,” he said.
Sect leaders sometimes ignored legal reporting requirements
Some U.S. states have laws that require spiritual leaders, teachers and others in positions of authority to report child abuse allegations to authorities. Letters and other documents show some overseers tried to skirt those laws.
Ed Alexander, a regional overseer for Arizona, wrote a letter to a child-molesting elder urging him to seek professional counseling. That way, Alexander claimed, the sect would not have to report the man’s crime and instead the counselor could take on reporting responsibility.
Alexander declined to comment.
Survivors often faced dead ends in their search for justice
As a teen, Sheri Autrey felt unprepared to describe the intimate details of her abuse to a jury, so her parents declined to put her through the criminal prosecution process. When Autrey tried to press charges as an adult, it was too late — under California state law, too many years had passed since the crime.
Autrey tried to find an attorney to sue the sect, but no one would take the case. Legal experts say the sect’s aversion to property leaves it without any apparent assets that could be used to pay a legal settlement.
Left without legal options, many survivors joined grassroots efforts to support each other. One organization, Advocates for the Truth, created a 24-hour confidential hotline for survivors, investigated and tracked allegations, and connected victims with therapeutic resources and funding.
Facebook pages and online chat rooms have also given survivors a place to compare stories, discuss faith and share suggestions for reform.
A grand jury began looking into the sect last year, and in February the FBI asked people with information to come forward. Agents have interviewed multiple survivors and sect leaders over the last several months.
Change within the sect is slow — and limited
Some sect leaders have condemned the abuse and asked consultants for advice on how to better protect members. Others have rejected recommended child abuse prevention policies outright, or implemented scaled-down versions with fewer safeguards.
Still, the pressure doesn’t seem likely to let up anytime soon. Former sect member and survivor Lisa Webb says advocating for other survivors has been her therapy.
“I’m not trying to take away your salvation or attack your faith, but how can we keep our kids safe? You can respect the faith, respect the religion, but still not be naive,” Webb said. “Just the fact that the conversation is out there now means we’ve already improved the safety. … There’s a rallying behind survivors.”
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World Chess Champion D Gukesh can't seem to get enough of his latest prize.
The 18-year-old Grandmaster from Chennai made history last week by defeating China's Ding Liren in Singapore, to become the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. Gukesh surpassed Garry Kasparov's long-standing record -- the legendary Russian had clinched the World title at 22 way back in 1985.
Gukesh also joins an elite club with the great Viswanathan Anand -- India's five-time World champion, becoming only the second Indian to claim the coveted global title.
The new World champion celebrated his triumph with a humorous touch. Sharing a photo of himself with the trophy on Instagram, Gukesh captioned it with a single word: 'SOULMATE' along with a red heart.
He then posted another photo where he pointed at a cheeky signboard that read, 'I know I'm pretty, but please do not touch me' in a reference to his growing fanbase, especially young lady admirers.
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Anuv Jain says Gen Z connects with raw, authentic emotions reflected in his music
By IANS | Published: December 16, 2024 11:34 AM2024-12-16T11:34:16+5:302024-12-16T11:35:04+5:30
Mumbai, Dec 16 Music composer-singer Anuv Jain, who is known for songs like ‘Baarishein’, ‘Alag Aasmaan’, ‘Husn’ and ...
Mumbai, Dec 16 Music composer-singer Anuv Jain, who is known for songs like ‘Baarishein’, ‘Alag Aasmaan’, ‘Husn’ and others, feels that his music reflects the raw, authentic emotions which connect with Gen Z.
His soulful tracks have become the ultimate playlist for Gen Z, perfectly capturing the raw emotions of love, heartbreak, and personal growth. His music speaks directly to the youth, as it blends vulnerability with the highs and lows of modern romance.
Talking about the same, the singer said, “I think my music resonates with Gen Z because it reflects the raw, authentic emotions we all go through in our journey of finding a match whether it's falling for someone for the first time or dealing with the bittersweet distance in relationships”.
The singer has topped the Tinder in India’s Year in Swipe 2024 list followed by rapper Shubh, Karan Aujla, Ikky, Siddhu Moosewala, AP Dhillon and Diljit Dosanjh.
He further mentioned, “I love that my songs are part of how young singles are connecting with each other. Music has the power to bring people together, and seeing that happen through Tinder is really special”.
Whether you're texting a crush, falling for someone new, or picking up the pieces after a breakup, Anuv’s simple yet powerful lyrics hit differently. His stripped-back sound creates an authentic connection that resonates with Gen Z’s need for realness.
Anuv started writing at the age of 16 and ‘Meri Baaton Mein Tu’ was the first song which he wrote. He began uploading original work on his YouTube channel at the age of 21 with his first recorded song being "Baarishein", which was a sleeper hit.
His tracks are an emotional space for young listeners to process feelings, reflect, and bond over shared experiences. With music becoming one of the top five interests in Tinder bios in India, Anuv’s songs are sparking conversations, setting moods, and helping young singles connect through the power of song.
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Microsoft Launches Krrish 3 Game for PCs
Microsoft launched official 'Krrish 3' game which would be available on Windows tablets smartphones, and laptops and is based on Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan-starrer 'Krrish 3' movie releasing next month.
NEW DELHI: Microsoft launched official 'Krrish 3' game which would be available on Windows tablets smartphones, and laptops and is based on Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan-starrer 'Krrish 3' movie releasing next month.
The game has been developed by Hungama Digital Media Entertainment and Gameshastra, Microsoft said in a release.
"The game gives a real taste of all the Krrish 3 action with multiple characters, numerous weapons and amazing graphics," the release said.
The game is available for Windows smartphones now, while for tablets and PCs users can download it by the end of the week from Windows Store, it said.
Set against the backdrop of Mumbai, the game has six levels, three of which are set in the old city and three in the newer parts of Mumbai. A user can choose to fight as one of the four movie characters - Krrish, Kaal, Kaaya, and Frogman.
"Krrish 3 is our most ambitious project till date and I want everyone to have the best Krrish experience," Hrithik Roshan said.
Speaking on the release of the game, Amrish Goyal, general manager, Windows Business Group, Microsoft India said, "Over the next few months, Windows users can look forward to many more such exclusive and exciting experiences."
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Egypt Discusses Cooperation With UN-Habitat
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Egypt's Minister of Local Development Manal Awad met with Rania Hedaya, Regional Director of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and Ahmed Rizk, Head of the UN-Habitat Cairo Office, to explore future areas of collaboration on Sunday.
During the meeting, Minister Awad highlighted the success of the 12th edition of the World Urban Forum, held in Cairo from 4-8 November, under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi. She emphasized the Ministry's readiness to build on the forum's outcomes, particularly in areas of urban development, city-level initiatives, and projects targeting sustainable urbanization across Egypt's governorates.
Hedaya commended the Ministry's crucial role in ensuring the success of the World Urban Forum. She acknowledged the Ministry's full support in hosting the event, noting that it was a collaborative effort that showcased Egypt's commitment to urban development.
Hedaya also expressed her enthusiasm for further cooperation with the Ministry of Local Development in the near future, particularly in implementing urban and developmental initiatives in various Egyptian governorates. She highlighted potential areas for collaboration in line with UN-Habitat's objectives, including urban development, infrastructure upgrades, and sanitation projects.
The meeting also explored several proposed initiatives for joint efforts in both Upper and Lower Egypt. These initiatives covered a range of critical areas, such as upgrading informal settlements, improving access to drinking water and sanitation services, and enhancing urban coordination. Additionally, they discussed the potential for Egypt's successful development experiences, including the“Decent Life” presidential initiative, to be shared with other African nations through UN-Habitat's regional offices.
This dialogue reflects a shared commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and improving living conditions across Egypt and the African continent.
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TrueNoord appoints corporate finance manager
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TrueNoord has been expanding its fleet and financial partnerships, recently increasing its fleet to over 100 aircraft, following acquisitions from GOAL Aircraft Leasing and Nordic Aviation Capital1 2 3. The company secured new term loans with BayernLB and Deutsche Bank to fund its growth and asset acquisitions4 5. TrueNoord has also been growing its team, with recent appointments across various roles to support its expansion strategy6 7.
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Takeaways from AP’s reporting on a child sex abuse crisis inside a secretive Christian sect
Associated Press
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — For decades, a little-known Christian sect has dealt with its abusive ministers and spiritual elders mostly in secret, shunning legal action in favor of urging victims to forgive the predators in their midst.
Forgiveness, however, was far from a cure: The abusers were often sent to live with other unsuspecting families, where they had easy access to new victims.
Now a grassroots effort by survivors has exposed the depth of the scandal — documenting allegations against more than 900 abusers in 30 countries, with cases continuing to emerge — and thrust the nameless sect into the public eye. The FBI has also launched an investigation into the group, sometimes called the “Two by Twos.”
The Associated Press interviewed more than a dozen current and former members, workers and experts, and reviewed letters, court documents and other records supporting the allegations. Several sect leaders and ministers either declined interview requests or did not respond to messages.
Here are some takeaways from the AP’s reporting.
The core doctrine of the sect put kids at high risk
Child sex abuse is a significant problem within many religious institutions: Insurance data company Advisen lists child sexual abuse as the second most frequent insurance loss for religious organizations, after wage-related claims. But survivors say the tenets of the Two by Twos place kids at particularly high risk.
The sect believes its volunteer ministers, called “workers,” should live among followers and rely on them for food, housing and other needs.
Many survivors told the AP they were abused by preachers staying in their homes. In some cases, the abuse was revealed and the offending worker was asked to leave the ministry. Frequently, however, regional leaders called “overseers” simply transferred the worker to a new region without warning other members.
Former sect member Pam Walton uses photos from annual sect conventions, reports from members and other records to track the movements of workers and overseers with abuse allegations.
“I don’t think people were understanding the magnitude that these men and women traveled,” Walton said.
One abusive overseer, Dean Bruer, served in at least 22 states and territories and seven countries from the time he joined the ministry in 1976 until his death in 2022.
A culture of ‘mercy’ enabled abusers
Former worker Jared Snyder says bringing up someone’s past sins is considered taboo because that person “has already been forgiven by God.” As a result, members and workers alike often would only talk euphemistically about problems, Snyder said, and even major misdeeds were frequently downplayed.
“There is an underlying fear of being judged as a person who has a ‘bad spirit’ if you are not merciful enough,” Snyder says.
Some sect leaders cautioned against digging into allegations. One overseer told Snyder, “The less you know, the better off you are,” he said.
Sect leaders sometimes ignored legal reporting requirements
Some U.S. states have laws that require spiritual leaders, teachers and others in positions of authority to report child abuse allegations to authorities. Letters and other documents show some overseers tried to skirt those laws.
Ed Alexander, a regional overseer for Arizona, wrote a letter to a child-molesting elder urging him to seek professional counseling. That way, Alexander claimed, the sect would not have to report the man’s crime and instead the counselor could take on reporting responsibility.
Alexander declined to comment.
Survivors often faced dead ends in their search for justice
As a teen, Sheri Autrey felt unprepared to describe the intimate details of her abuse to a jury, so her parents declined to put her through the criminal prosecution process. When Autrey tried to press charges as an adult, it was too late — under California state law, too many years had passed since the crime.
Autrey tried to find an attorney to sue the sect, but no one would take the case. Legal experts say the sect’s aversion to property leaves it without any apparent assets that could be used to pay a legal settlement.
Left without legal options, many survivors joined grassroots efforts to support each other. One organization, Advocates for the Truth, created a 24-hour confidential hotline for survivors, investigated and tracked allegations, and connected victims with therapeutic resources and funding.
Facebook pages and online chat rooms have also given survivors a place to compare stories, discuss faith and share suggestions for reform.
A grand jury began looking into the sect last year, and in February the FBI asked people with information to come forward. Agents have interviewed multiple survivors and sect leaders over the last several months.
Change within the sect is slow — and limited
Some sect leaders have condemned the abuse and asked consultants for advice on how to better protect members. Others have rejected recommended child abuse prevention policies outright, or implemented scaled-down versions with fewer safeguards.
Still, the pressure doesn’t seem likely to let up anytime soon. Former sect member and survivor Lisa Webb says advocating for other survivors has been her therapy.
“I’m not trying to take away your salvation or attack your faith, but how can we keep our kids safe? You can respect the faith, respect the religion, but still not be naive,” Webb said. “Just the fact that the conversation is out there now means we’ve already improved the safety. … There’s a rallying behind survivors.”
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Turkish Airlines to commence New York JFK Airport Terminal One operations in 2026
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Apple Intelligence AI mangles headlines so badly the BBC officially complains
Apple needs you to buy the new iPhone even though the old models still work just fine. Enter Apple Intelligence, Apple’s wrapper around ChatGPT, to abbreviate your messages for you!
As an LLM, Apple Intelligence also mangles them — because LLMs don’t summarize text, they just shorten it. In one instance, a message chain starting with “That hike almost killed me!” became “Attempted suicide, but recovered and hiked in Redlands and Palm Springs.” [Twitter, archive; Verge]
Apple Intelligence saw a BBC headline about alleged CEO murderer Luigi Mangione being arrested. Apple Intelligence shortened the story to “Luigi Mangione shoots himself.” The BBC complained to Apple, in a bizarre story where BBC News reports on itself complaining about being misrepresented. [BBC]
These types of errors happen even after including prompts like “Do not hallucinate.” [Ars Technica]
Apple is floundering to promote Apple Intelligence as useful. One ad features a man writing a message to his boss with AI on his new iPhone when his computer is right there in front of him. [YouTube]
Ed Zitron is not a fan. “The product is wonky, ugly, feels constantly out of place, gets in the way of you trying to use your phone.” [Bluesky]
But Apple Intelligence has its good points. “I find the best thing about Apple intelligence is that since I haven’t enabled it, my phone optimized for onboard AI has incredible battery life,” responded another Bluesky user. [Bluesky]
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Breakfast with Santa…
The Middle Point Fireman’s Association held their annual “Breakfast with Santa” on Saturday, December 14. Association President Zach Gable thanked all the people who came out and supported their local fire department. The event is a fundraiser and a way for children in the community to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. According to Gable, Chief Brock Profit has done a fantastic job at continuing keeping the department staffed with volunteers who are willing to answer the call. Bob Barnes photos
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Jamie Foxx opens up on vicious attack at his birthday dinner
By IANS | Published: December 16, 2024 11:30 AM2024-12-16T11:30:59+5:302024-12-16T11:35:06+5:30
Los Angeles, Dec 16 Hollywood star Jamie Foxx, who is known for ‘Django Unchained’, has said he is ...
Los Angeles, Dec 16 Hollywood star Jamie Foxx, who is known for ‘Django Unchained’, has said he is "too blessed to be stressed" after he was involved in an altercation at his birthday dinner recently.
A spokesperson for the 57-year-old actor and comedian said someone from another table at a restaurant in Beverly Hills threw a glass that hit him in the mouth, reports ‘Mirror.co.uk’.
After being hit, the actor had to get stitches and is now recovering. Police were called to the scene, with the spokesperson saying " the matter is now in law enforcement's hands”.
Speaking out for the first time since reports of the altercation emerged, Jamie wrote on Instagram, "The devil is busy... but I'm too blessed to be stressed”.
As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, he also thanked his fans for watching his Netflix show, as he added in the caption, "The devil is a lie. Can’t win here… thank you to everybody that pray and check on me, when your light is shining bright, they try to bring you darkness but they don't know that you're built for it, the lights have been shining bright, and huge thank yous to everyone that have watched and been inspired by 'What Had Happened Was' number 1 on @netflix if you haven't checked it out please go check it out it's from my heart and my soul”.
It comes days after the actor revealed for the first time exactly what happened during his terrifying health crisis last year.
Jamie broke down in tears as said he suffered a stroke caused by a bleed on the brain, meaning he "saw a tunnel" and believed he was dying after "losing 20 days”.
The ‘Django Unchained’ actor was hospitalised in April last year after suffering a mystery "medical complication" which his family decided to keep private.
The comedian has now opened up about his experience for the first time. Speaking in his new Netflix special 'Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was....', he said, "On April 11, I was having a bad headache, and I asked my boy for Aspirin. I realised quickly that when you're in a medical emergency, your boys don't know what the f*** to do”.
He went on, "I don't remember 20 days”. At one point the teary-eyed star admitted to his live audience after declaring he was "back", "You don't know how good this feels”.
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World's First Malaria Vaccine in 2015
British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline will seek marketing approval for the world's first malaria vaccine next year after trial data showed the shot significantly cut cases of the disease in African children.
LONDON: British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline will seek marketing approval for the world's first malaria vaccine next year after trial data showed the shot significantly cut cases of the disease in African children.
The vaccine known as RTS,S was found, after 18 months of follow-up, to have almost halved the number of malaria cases in young children in the trial, and to have reduced by around a quarter the number of malaria cases in infants.
"Based on these data, GSK now intends to submit, in 2014, a regulatory application to the European Medicines Agency (EMA)," GSK, which has been developing the vaccine for three decades, said in a statement.
It added that the United Nations health agency, the Geneva-based World Health Organization (WHO), has indicated it may recommend use of the RTS,S vaccine from as early as 2015 if EMA drugs regulators back its licence application.
Malaria, a mosquito-borne parasitic disease, kills hundreds of thousands of people a year, mainly babies in the poorest parts of sub-Saharan Africa, and scientists say an effective vaccine is key to attempts to eradicate it.
Yet hopes that RTS,S would be the final answer were dampened last year when results from a final-stage trial with 6,537 babies aged six to 12 weeks showed the shot provided only modest protection, reducing episodes of the disease by 30 percent compared to immunisation with a control vaccine.
Reuters
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WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- The Global Onion Salt
market Size was valued at $105.6 million in 2021, and is estimated to reach $188.3 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2022 to 2031.
Onion salt market is expected to witness significant growth, owing to its rise in use in fast food service restaurant and food processing industry. Moreover, rise in awareness regarding onion salt and its diversified flavors has further augmented growth of the market. Moreover, rise in income levels and urbanization is the key driver for the onion salt market.
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Online retail platform is the major driver of the onion salt market. Presently, most of onion salt products manufacturing companies have their own web-based retail stores where users have access to information about product launches, product features, demo, price, and other required information about products. There is an increase in the number of consumers shopping online, owing to the availability of different product options and price comparison on online shopping sites. This is useful for retailers due to zero expenditure on physical outlets. Furthermore, there is a rise in the preference for online shopping, as consumers can read reviews provided by other consumers, compare various store & products, and verify product price by different sellers. Thus, rise in adoption of online sales channels drives the growth of the onion salt market.
Moreover, convenience food refers to products, which require minimal processing and can be prepared easily without much effort. The preference for on-the-go food products, which are readily available in the market has increased, due to changes in eating habits and busy lifestyle. For instance, availability of various onion salt flavor in the market to make sandwiches, burger, pizza and other at home easily without much efforts significantly contributes toward the growth of the onion salt market. Moreover, easy availability of convenience food in online and offline platform helps in increasing the consumer base for the onion salt market. In addition, the global food & beverage industry has witnessed robust growth in the last few years driven by innovation in food system, improved logistics, increase in affordability, development of global trade, and increase in consumer spending.
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The market in the Asia-Pacific region offers lucrative growth opportunities for the operating players owing to the presence of countries such as India, China, Australia, New Zealand, and others. The increase in adoption of the western lifestyle, the surge in population, and rise in disposable income of consumers majorly drive the growth of the onion salt market. Moreover, an increase in awareness regarding onion salt products and its associated benefits have further augmented the growth of the market. Developing region offers potential growth opportunities to the market players for launching innovative onion salt products. Moreover, countries in Latin America, such as Brazil, are anticipated to unfold attractive business opportunities owing to an increase in consumer taste and flavor toward fast food.
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For the families of Syria’s disappeared, hope fades but the demand for justice grows
By Raja Razek and Tim Lister, CNN
(CNN) — More than a week after Bashar al-Assad fled Syria and his regime collapsed, hundreds of thousands of Syrians still have no answer to two questions that have haunted them for years, even decades.
What happened to family members and friends after they vanished or were detained by Assad’s secret police? And how do we bring their torturers and killers to justice?
Some 150,000 people in Syria are unaccounted for, most of whom were kidnapped or detained by the Assad regime or its affiliates, according to the International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP). CNN cannot independently verify this number.
With every passing day, Syrians’ slim hopes finding a loved one still alive are fading. But they want some form of closure; they scour prison and hospital walls where lists of names and images of bodies are posted. They cling to a sliver of hope, yearn for a miracle.
But they also want retribution.
One of those waiting for news was Hazem Dakel from Idlib, who is now in Sweden. His uncle Najeeb was arrested in 2012 and was later confirmed by the family as having been killed. His brother Amer was detained the following year. Former detainees at the horrific Saydnaya prison near Damascus said Amer had disappeared in mid-April 2015 after being tortured there. But the regime never acknowledged his death.
“Now that people are able to talk, they are naming people, and I got details of exactly what happened in prison, and the torture, who tortured him, who interrogated him,” Dakel told CNN of his brother,
“I want this (new Syrian) country to stand on its feet so we can hold them accountable through the law and courts.”
Amid the celebrations in Idlib after the fall of Assad, he said, there was also mourning. “They are mourning their children. Yes, the regime fell after resistance and struggle, but there was sorrow—like, where are our children?”
“Justice is coming, and our right will not be erased no matter how long it takes,” Dakel posted on Facebook. The family is now “certain” Amer died under torture in Saydnaya, he said.
Human rights groups have begun visiting the many prisons and detention centers across Syria where those perceived as regime critics were confined. An Amnesty International team scoured security branches of the former regime around Damascus this week.
Mazjoub also posted photographs on X of instruments of torture left behind.
“Nothing could have prepared us for what we saw,” said one of the team, Aya Mazjoub. In a series of posts on X she described “underground labyrinths (that) are literally hell on earth. They were overcrowded, crawling with cockroaches and other insects, lacked ventilation. They still smell of blood and death.”
“This is ‘bisat ar-reeh’, a notorious torture device where detainees would be strapped to a wooden slab that would be folded until their back cracked,” she wrote.
“This is the ‘doulab’. Detainees would be stuffed into the tyre and beaten, usually on the soles of their feet.”
Identifying the bodies that are found will require a legion of forensic pathologists. “Many are beyond recognition, mutilated by years of torture and starvation,” said Mazjoub.
Desperate relatives have taken to social media with details of sons, brothers, fathers and sisters who disappeared.
In a video posted on X, Lama Saud said her brother Abdullah was detained in 2012. Regime records had registered his death in 2014, but she said she still had hope he might be alive. “There are many detainees whose families were told they were dead but were later found to be alive,” she said.
Mahmoud Al Shahabi, a Syrian living in exile, told CNN he had been waiting for news of his brothers Hikmat and Amir for 12 years.
“We hope to find them, my situation is like hundreds of thousands of Syrian families who are waiting for news about their loved ones, and we will not give up hope until now.”
So far, he has found no trace.
Al Shahabi also asked on Facebook where the recordings of surveillance cameras at regime security branches had gone, why some documents had been destroyed and why human rights groups had not done more to protect records.
Preserving whatever evidence is left in prisons and around possible burial sites is critical to documenting what happened and tracking down the perpetrators.
But following that trail of evidence is also a race against time. Several human rights groups issued a joint appeal last week, saying: “The real toll will only be known after mass graves and documents from the detention centers are examined and authenticated by trained experts. This documentation must be preserved from destruction.”
Based on the accounts of former prisoners, doctors and regime personnel, it said that an “olive-green Honda with a closed shed that could accommodate around 50 bodies” was used to take the bodies to a site in Najha near Damascus – “which has been called cemetery no.1 (the term used by regime forces is ‘cemetery of the bastards’).”
Bodies at the military hospital stayed for two or three days until there were “enough to transport to Najha graveyard, and sometimes to Al Qutayfah graveyard,” and other sites, according to the report.
The Association of Detainees and the Missing at Saydnaya prison, which describes itself as a coalition of prison survivors, victims, and their families, has meticulously documented what has happened there in recent years, based on witness accounts and other evidence, such as satellite imagery. It reported last year how bodies were taken from the prison and a military hospital to a mass burial site.
In 2020, a man known as “the Gravedigger” told a German court he was recruited by the Assad regime to bury hundreds of bodies in mass graves, including Najha, according to the International Commission on Missing Persons.
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has said burial sites or mass graves “must be protected and preserved to allow organized exhumation” as soon as possible. “This is also crucial to identify and ascertain the fate of those missing and provide the much-awaited answers to their families.”
After its investigators found documents strewn all over Saydnaya prison, the ICRC appealed for all records to be safeguarded at hospitals and in security centers run by the ousted regime.
The ICRC has also asked relatives of the missing – abroad and in Syria – to register with it, as the mammoth task of identifying the dead begins.
The conflict had killed more than 350,000 since 2011 – an “under-count of the actual number of killings,” a United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights said in 2021 – and sent nearly six million refugees out of the country. Other groups put the estimated number of dead higher. An Amnesty International investigation published in 2017 said that as many as 13,000 people, most of them civilians believed to be opposed to the government, were hanged in secret at Saydnaya between 2011 and 2015 alone. With reports of civilians killed under torture in the detention centers and prisons for decades, the numbers of those who have lost their lives are still being counted.
In all likelihood, the vast majority of the missing are indeed dead.
In a tearful statement on Syrian television last week, the head of The Syrian Network for Human Rights, Fadel Abulghany, said: “I apologize for the tenth and thousandth time, before this announcement…Most of the forcibly disappeared in Syria are dead – and I am sorry.”
Now the almost overwhelming mission is to find those who died, and to identify them and their killers.
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Turkish Airlines to resume Benghazi service from Jan-2025
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Turkish Airlines planned to resume services to Libya after a decade-long suspension, starting with a three times weekly Istanbul-Tripoli service in March 20241. The carrier had already launched this service on 28-Mar-20242. Libya's Interim Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh had previously announced the resumption of these flights alongside Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi1.
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Narayana Murthy defends 70-hour workweek concept again, calls on youth to work hard
By IANS | Published: December 16, 2024 11:22 AM2024-12-16T11:22:15+5:302024-12-16T11:25:09+5:30
New Delhi, Dec 16 Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has reiterated the call to work 70-hour a week, urging ...
New Delhi, Dec 16 Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has reiterated the call to work 70-hour a week, urging young people in India to work hard for the country’s growth.
Murthy first suggested the idea of a 70-hour work week in 2023 to boost the country’s growth. While he invited widespread criticism from people and doctors, the concept was hailed by many including Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal.
Murthy, during his recent visit to Kolkata, said that the younger generation needs to realise that they have to “work hard and work towards making India number one.” He emphasised the need for Indians to strive for excellence.
"At Infosys, I said we will go to the best and compare ourselves with the best global companies. Once we compare ourselves with the best global companies, I can tell you we Indians have a lot to do" Murthy said, speaking at the Indian Chamber of Commerce's centenary launch alongside RPSG Group Chairman Sanjiv Goenka.
“We have to set our aspirations high because 800 million Indians get free ration. That means 800 million Indians are in poverty. If we are not in a position to work hard, then who will work hard?” he added.
Murthy said that he “realised the only way a country can fight poverty is by creating jobs that lead to disposable incomes. The government has absolutely no role in entrepreneurship”.
He stressed that entrepreneurs play a crucial role in building nations by creating wealth and generating employment.
"Entrepreneurs build a nation as they create jobs, they create wealth for their investors and they pay taxes. Therefore, if a country embraces capitalism, it will create good roads, good trains, and good infrastructure," he said.
His comments come amid concerns of workplace stress faced by young Indians, resulting in the loss of lives of many. Health experts have also warned of severe consequences of working long hours that may not only be detrimental to the physical and mental health of the employees but may also have serious effects on their personal and social relationships.
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2014 Hyundai Tucson
It is a combination of style and function, with advanced 2.0-liter Nu and 2.4-liter Theta II Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines, enhancing torque and engine responsiveness.
It is a combination of style and function, with advanced 2.0-liter Nu and 2.4-liter Theta II Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines, enhancing torque and engine responsiveness.
The Hyundai Tucson, known for its combination of style and function, adds even more value in 2014 with advanced 2.0-liter Nu and 2.4-liter Theta II Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines, enhancing torque and engine responsiveness. Source: Hyundai
With GDI standard on Tucson, like its big-brother Santa Fe, every Hyundai CUV now features this performance-enhancing technology.
Tucson is the first Hyundai to receive the 2.0-liter Nu GDI engine in the United States.
It will be applied to other models later in the 2014 model year.
Tucson’s new GDI engines are complemented with all-new standard SACHS Amplitude Selective Damping (ASD) for optimum ride, handling and driving comfort.
2014 Tucson also adds a host of available new refinements, including Hyundai’s Blue Link safety, service and infotainment telematics system, two-stage reclining rear seats and third-generation navigation with a larger seven-inch touchscreen display and HD Radio technology.
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RG Kar Case: Senior Doctors Plan 10-Day Protest In Kolkata From Tuesday
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(MENAFN- IANS) Kolkata, Dec 16 (IANS) West Bengal Joint platform of Doctors, an umbrella association of senior doctors in the state, is planning a 10-day protest from Tuesday to condemn the“default bail” granted last week by a special court in Kolkata to the two accused in the RG Kar rape and murder case.
The two -- Sandip Ghosh and Abhijit Mondal -- have been accused of tampering with evidence in the ghastly rape and murder of a woman junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. They got bail as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) failed to file a charge sheet against them within 90 days from the day of their arrests.
The said protest demonstration at Doreena Crossing in central Kolkata is slated to start on Tuesday and continue till December 26.
The doctors' body has already sought the permission of the Kolkata Police to construct the dais for the protest demonstration in central Kolkata. An association office-bearer said that in case of denial of police permission, the forum will be approaching the Calcutta High Court for the same.
Last Friday, the special court in Kolkata granted“default bail” to the former and controversial principal of R.G. Kar Sandip Ghosh and the former SHO of Tala Police Station, Abhijit Mondal, following CBI's failure to file a charge sheet against them within the 90 days of their arrests.
Both Ghosh and Mondal were accused of misleading the investigation and tampering with evidence while the initial investigation was being carried out by the Kolkata Police.
CBI so far has filed only one charge sheet in the matter where civic volunteer Sanjay Roy has been identified as the“sole prime” accused in the crime of rape and murder.
Already, the West Bengal Junior Doctors' Front, an umbrella body of junior doctors in the state, has outlined its next line of agitation in the matter involving the common people. They had already organised a protest rally last Saturday at the office of CBI's special crime unit at Salt Lake on the northern outskirts of Kolkata.
The Front has also threatened to resume the "ceasework” protests which they withdrew earlier keeping in mind the larger public interest. The parents of the victim doctor too have claimed that protesting on the streets involving common people is the only way out now.
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‘It’s as if an atomic bomb fell on Mayotte:’ Widespread destruction after 100-year cyclone pummels French territory
By Lex Harvey, CNN
(CNN) — Reports of widespread damage are emerging from Mayotte after a 100-year cyclone ripped across the French archipelago Saturday, inflicting devastation that one resident likened to an atomic bomb, with hundreds and possibly even thousands of feared victims.
“The situation is catastrophic, apocalyptic,” Bruno Garcia, owner of Hotel Caribou in Mamoudzou, Mayotte’s capital, told CNN-affiliate BFMTV.
“We lost everything. The entire hotel is completely destroyed,” Garcia said. “There is nothing left. It’s as if an atomic bomb fell on Mayotte.”
Mayotte lies in the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa, just west of Madagascar. Made up of two main islands, its land area is about twice the size of Washington DC.
Cyclone Chido, a category 4 storm, tore through the southwestern Indian Ocean over the weekend, impacting northern Madagascar before rapidly intensifying and slamming Mayotte with winds above 220 kilometers per hour (136 miles per hour), according to France’s weather service. It was the strongest storm to hit the islands in more than 90 years, Meteo-France said.
Chido then continued into northern Mozambique where it continued to cause damage, though the storm has now weakened.
The cyclone – the worst to hit the territory of just over 300,000 in at least 90 years – flattened neighborhoods, knocked out electrical grids, crushed hospitals and schools and damaged the airport’s control tower.
“Honestly, what we are experiencing is a tragedy, you feel like you are in the aftermath of a nuclear war… I saw an entire neighborhood disappear,” Mohamed Ishmael, a Mamoudzou resident, told Reuters.
At least 11 people have been confirmed dead by the French Interior Ministry, but the true death toll is expected to be much higher, with local officials predicting the number of victims could be in the hundreds or even thousands, the Associated Press reported.
“I think there are some several hundred dead, maybe we’ll get close to a thousand. Even thousands … given the violence of this event,″ Mayotte Prefect François-Xavier Bieuville told TV station Mayotte la 1ère.
The worst damage was to neighborhoods composed of metal shacks and informal structures that are found across Mayotte, Bieuville said.
Of the official death toll, Bieuville said “this figure is not plausible when you see the images of the slums.”
“Everything has been razed”
Debris from the storm has blocked access to roads across the archipelago, making aid delivery challenging and hindering the search for survivors, BMFTV reported.
About two thirds of the island is currently unreachable, Estelle Youssouffa, member of parliament for the first constituency of Mayotte told BMFTV.
“We must not confuse the villages that are cut off from communication (…) and the shanty towns, where there is very little chance of there being survivors. Everything has been razed,” Yousouffa said.
Desperate family members took to social media to search for news of their loved ones after the storm disrupted telecommunications networks.
As of Monday morning, Mayotte had been almost entirely offline for over 36 hours, according to the website NetBlocks.
Located about 5,000 miles from Paris, Mayotte is the poorest place in the European Union and has long struggled with poverty, unemployment, social unrest and water shortages.
Over 100,000 undocumented migrants live in Mayotte, according to France’s Interior Ministry.
Hundreds of rescuers, firefighters and police have been sent to the territory from France and the nearby French territory of Reunion, though damage to the airport’s control tower means only military planes can land there, the Associated Press reported.
Cyclones, also known as typhoons and called hurricanes in North America, are enormous heat engines of wind and rain that feed on warm ocean water and moist air. Cyclone season in the southwest Indian Ocean typically runs from mid-November to the end of April, according to France’s weather agency.
Scientists say climate change is making tropical cyclones more destructive, in part due to rising sea levels caused by greenhouse gas emissions.
In 2019, two powerful cyclones, Idai and Kenneth, pummeled Mozambique over a period of two months, killing hundreds and leaving millions in need of humanitarian assistance.
Chad Youyou, a resident in Hamjago in the north of Mayotte, posted videos to Facebook showing flattened trees and extensive damage to his village, the Associated Press reported.
“Mayotte is destroyed … we are destroyed,” he said.
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(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) marked its impactful participation at the sixteenth session of the conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), held under the theme“Our Land. Our Future.” The event, hosted in Riyadh from December 2 to 13, was the first UNCCD COP held in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and coincided with the 30th anniversary of the UNCCD. The conference brought together global leaders, scientists, and policymakers to accelerate efforts in land restoration and resilience.
“At COP16, ICBA demonstrated the power of inclusive collaboration and science-driven solutions to combat land degradation,” said Dr. Tarifa Alzaabi, Director General of ICBA.“Our focus on empowering women, advancing biosaline agriculture, and building capacity underscores our commitment to creating sustainable and resilient communities. Our contributions to soil health, stress-tolerant crops, and regenerative agriculture reflect ICBA's role in delivering scalable solutions tailored to arid and saline environments.”
Strategic Dialogues and Innovations:
During the Food and Agricultural Systems Day, Dr. Alzaabi participated in the“NENA High-Level Breakfast Dialogue on Investment for Planet and People,” organized by the UNCCD Secretariat and key regional stakeholders. Dr. Tarifa emphasized the need for climate-resilient solutions, capacity development, and nature-based approaches to drive sustainable development and ecosystem restoration in the Near East and North Africa (NENA) region.
In a session organized by ICRISAT and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), titled“Unlocking Opportunities of Dryland Cereal Food Systems,” Dr. Alzaabi outlined ICBA's advancements in stress-tolerant crops such as millet and sorghum, efficient water use, and biosaline agriculture. She also highlighted ICBA's flagship programs, including AWLA and ICBA-YES, which empower women and youth to lead innovation and build resilience in dryland agriculture.
At the UAE Pavilion, Dr. Alzaabi, alongside Ms. Nour El Jundi, Project Development Specialist at ICBA, led a Fireside Chat titled“Biosaline Accelerators for Land Restoration”. Exploring innovative biosaline agriculture practices and their transformative potential in sustainable land restoration and combating land degradation, key discussions revolved around ICBA's solutions, including the use of salt-tolerant crops and innovative technologies to restore degraded lands and ensure long-term agricultural sustainability in arid regions.
Empowering Communities Through Science and Collaboration:
Dr. Charbel Tarraf, Chief Operations and Development at ICBA, contributed to the session“Innovative Multi-faceted Approaches to Land Restoration,” organized by the UNCCD and ICBA. He highlighted biosaline agriculture as a transformative tool for rehabilitating degraded lands and underscored the critical role of women in advancing sustainable land management. The discussion showcased ICBA's integrative methodologies, combining scientific innovation, technological advancements, and community-based practices.
During the Agri-Food Systems Day, Ms. Nour El Jundi represented ICBA in the session“Regenerative Agriculture as a Solution to Desertification,” organized by SOMA MATER. She showcased ICBA's expertise in regenerative agricultural practices, detailing approaches that restore degraded lands, enhance soil health, and promote sustainable food systems in arid regions.
ICBA hosted the session“Soil Health to Combat Land Desertification” at the UAE Pavilion, featuring contributions from Dr. Tarraf, Mrs. Ryma Affani, Curator of the Emirates Soil Museum, and Dr. Ahmed El-Naggar, Soil Management Scientist. The session highlighted biosaline techniques for soil restoration and presented the Emirates Soil Museum as a hub for capacity development and knowledge sharing. Advanced research on soil amendments and microbial solutions demonstrated innovative methods for enhancing land resilience.
Innovative Solutions and Strategic Collaborations
Stress-tolerant Seeds Showcase:
ICBA was prominently featured as part of the UAE Pavilion at COP16, highlighting its role as a center of excellence for smart resilience and water management technologies. The pavilion showcased ICBA's innovative approaches to tackling climate challenges, including its portfolio of stress-tolerant seeds, which include UAE-native varieties designed for saline and arid environments. These seeds enhance biodiversity, combat soil erosion, and improve agricultural resilience. Additionally, ICBA presented land rehabilitation techniques, such as the use of Prosopis juliflora, demonstrating practical solutions for addressing desertification and promoting sustainable agriculture.
Looking Ahead:
ICBA's active engagement at COP16 reinforced its role as a global leader in addressing desertification, land degradation, and food insecurity. By fostering partnerships, advancing scientific research, and empowering communities, ICBA continues to drive transformative change for a sustainable and inclusive future.
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United Airlines receives one 737 MAX 9
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Knights vs. Raiders…
Many hands go up for a rebound during Saturday afternoon’s Wayne Trace at Crestview girls basketball game. Below, Crestview’s Tommy Heffner (10) drives the baseline during the boys’ matchup between the two schools. A recap of both games can be found above. Wyatt Richardson/Van Wert independent
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NM State to Host Southern Utah
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- The NMSU Aggies (4-6) will play host to Southern Utah (8-3) on Monday.
What: Game Eleven
Who: NM State (4-6, 0-0 CUSA) vs Southern Utah (8-3, 0-0 WAC)
When: Monday, Dec. 16, 7:00 p.m. MT
Where: Las Cruces, N.M. – Pan American Center (12,572)
THE OPENING TIP
• Fresh off a hard-fought road win against in-state rival New Mexico, the Aggies traveled to Austin to face the Longhorns, falling 91-67 in a tough battle. Now, NM State returns home to the Pan American Center, where they’ll shift their focus to a familiar foe, hosting Southern Utah on Saturday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m.
• Monday’s matchup will mark the sixth all-time meeting between the two programs and their first clash since the Aggies transitioned from the Western Athletic Conference to Conference USA in the 2023-24 season. NM State holds a narrow edge in the all-time series with a 3-2 record. However, Southern Utah claimed victory in their most recent meeting, a commanding 111-76 win in Cedar City.
Monday’s matchup will mark the sixth all-time meeting between the two programs and their first clash since the Aggies transitioned from the Western Athletic Conference to Conference USA in the 2023-24 season. NM State holds a narrow edge in the all-time series with a 3-2 record. However, Southern Utah claimed victory in their most recent meeting, a commanding 111-76 win in Cedar City.
THE SECOND GO AROUND
• In his debut season leading the Aggies, Coach Hooten delivered several memorable highlights, including a thrilling win over I-10 rival UTEP, a remarkable 23-point second-half comeback to defeat eventual CUSA Tournament Champion Western Kentucky, and an impressive 12-3 record on their home court at the Pan American Center. NM State’s home support was unmatched, as the Aggies led all Conference USA programs in average home attendance, drawing 5,638 fans per game. Hooten wrapped up his first season with a 13-19 record, bringing his career head coaching total to 274-188 and setting a strong foundation for the program’s future.
LOCKING DOWN ON DEFENSE
• Defense has always been a hallmark of Head Coach Jason Hooten’s teams, and this year’s squad is embracing that identity. The Aggies are showcasing their commitment the defensive end, ranking 59th in the nation and first in CUSA in field goal percentage defense, holding opponents to just 40% shooting.
DOMINATING THE BOARDS
• Controlling the glass has been a cornerstone of NM State’s success this season, and the Aggies are turning their emphasis on rebounding into a clear advantage. They now rank 27th nationally with an impressive 41.1 rebounds per game. Their dominance is particularly evident on the offensive end, where they rank 34th in the country, averaging 13.7 offensive boards per contest. Graduate forward Robert Carpenter has been a standout on the boards for the Aggies, grabbing an average of 2.7 offensive rebounds per game.
DYNAMIC DUO
• Graduate forwards Robert Carpenter and Peter Filipovity have emerged as a formidable pairing for the Aggies, driving the team's success with their dominance on the boards. Both players are flirting with double-double averages this season, showcasing their ability to impact the game on multiple fronts. Carpenter leads the Aggies in scoring, posting 12.6 points and 7.4 rebounds per game, while Filipovity follows closely behind and leads the Aggies in rebounds per game, averaging 9.8 points and 7.3 rebounds per contest.
• Their impact is most pronounced on the offensive glass, where they consistently create second-chance opportunities for the Aggies. Carpenter ranks among the nation's leaders with 2.7 offensive rebounds per game, while Filipovity adds an impressive 2.3 offensive boards per outing. Together, their relentless effort and physicality set the tone for the Aggies' frontcourt, making them a force to be reckoned with.
THE COOK-BOOK
• Senior guard Christian Cook has found his stride offensively this season, shaking off a slow start to deliver back-to-back standout performances. In a thrilling sold-out overtime clash against I-25 rival New Mexico, Cook erupted for a Division I career-high 27 points, draining six three-pointers – the third time in his career he’s hit that mark. He was also incredibly efficient, shooting 8-of-13 from the field and 6-of-9 from beyond the arc.
• Just a few days later, Cook spearheaded the Aggies' offense on the road against Texas, leading the team with 22 points. Once again, his scoring was efficient, going 9-of-16 from the field and 2-of-4 from deep.
LOSSES FROM LAST SEASON
• Heading into the season, the Aggies face a significant shift in personnel with eight players departing from the 2023-24 squad. Among the toughest losses are Third Team All-CUSA selection Femi Odukale, who transferred to Minnesota; All-CUSA Honorable Mention recipient Kaosi Ezeagu, who graduated; and starting guard Jordan Rawls, also a graduate, who led the team with 110 assists last season.
• Together, these departures account for 62% of last season’s scoring, 76% of the rebounding, and 82% of the assists, leaving noticeable gaps that the team will have to make up for. However, despite these losses, the Aggies are optimistic about the new transfer and freshman talent stepping into key roles this season.
MEET THE NEWCOMERS
• With the evolution of college sports through the transfer portal, teams are increasingly embracing yearly roster overhauls — and NM State is no exception, welcoming seven new players through the portal this season.
• The incoming group includes Dionte Bostick, Carl Cherenfant, Peter Filipovity, Zawdie Jackson, Edward Nnamoko, and brothers Emmanuel and Nate Tshimanga. In the backcourt, Bostick, Cherenfant, and Jackson will add depth and energy, joining returning guards Christian Cook and Jaden Harris to maintain NM State’s backcourt play. Meanwhile, in the frontcourt, the Aggies have intentionally added size and versatility with Filipovity (6'7"), Nnamoko (6'10"), Nate Tshimanga (6'10"), and Emmanuel Tshimanga (7'0").
• Bostick, Filipovity, and Jackson are expected to be immediate impact players, each having excelled at their previous schools. Bostick arrives from Cal State Northridge, where he averaged 15.4 points and four rebounds per game while leading the team with 49 three-pointers, earning an All-Big West Honorable Mention.
• Filipovity, joining from the University of Maine, was a standout for the Black Bears, putting up 14.4 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. He also recorded nine double-doubles and earned America East All-Conference Second Team honors.
• Jackson brings an impressive resume from West Georgia, where he posted one of the program's best seasons, averaging 22 points, 5.5 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game with an elite shooting split of 51% from the field, 45% from three, and 85% from the line. His contributions were pivotal in leading his team to a GSC regular season and tournament championship and a South Region semifinals appearance. Jackson’s stellar play earned him titles as both the GSC and South Region Player of the Year, along with First Team All-American honors.
LOOK WHO’S BACK
• This season, the Aggies welcome back four returners from last year's roster: Christian Cook, Robert Carpenter, Jaden Harris, and Christopher Biekeu. Despite significant roster changes, these returning players bring valuable experience and key contributions to NM State’s lineup.
• Head Coach Hooten managed to retain a substantial portion of last season's three-point shooting prowess with the return of Christian Cook, Robert Carpenter, and Jaden Harris, who collectively accounted for 58% of the Aggies' three-point field goals. Leading the charge from beyond the arc, Christian Cook was last season’s top scorer for the Aggies, averaging 11.3 points per game and sinking 59 three-pointers — the most on the team. Harris proved himself a reliable shooter, hitting 36% from deep, while Carpenter was highly efficient, shooting 35% from three-point range and 47% from the field overall. Together, they were responsible for 38% of the team’s scoring last season, combining for 810 points.
• Also returning is forward Christopher Biekeu, who showed promise before a season-ending injury limited him to only six minutes in his lone appearance against Cal Baptist. Biekeu’s comeback adds depth to the Aggies’ frontcourt, and his return from injury provides the team with an additional physical presence inside.
THE BROTHERLY CONNECTION
• Amidst the roster changes, Coach Hooten successfully brought a pair of brothers, Emmanuel and Nate Tshimanga, to play together in the Crimson and White. This marks the first time the Tshimanga brothers will share the court at the Division I level. Their arrival brings a unique family bond to NM State, adding depth and chemistry to the Aggie lineup.
• Emmanuel Tshimanga joins NM State after two seasons at UC San Diego, where he consistently demonstrated his ability to impact the game off the bench. In the 2023-24 season, Emmanuel averaged 14.1 minutes over 22 games, ranking third on the team with 5.0 rebounds per game and setting a personal best of two steals against Pepperdine. In his previous season (2022-23), he was recognized as the UCU Athlete of the Week and put up impressive performances, including a career-high 13 rebounds in a win at Eastern Michigan and an 18-point effort against UC Santa Barbara. He appeared in 24 games, making ten starts, and was the team’s second-leading rebounder with 6.2 boards per game.
• Nate Tshimanga arrives in Las Cruces following a season at Utah Valley, where he played in all 32 games, made six starts, and contributed an average of 13.4 minutes per contest. Known for his efficiency, he shot 46% from the field, averaging 2.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game. Prior to Utah Valley, Nate spent the 2022-23 season at Troy University, where he played in 21 games, made four starts, and finished second on the team in field goal percentage (50%). He posted a season-high 12 points and nine rebounds against Montevallo.
ACCORDING TO OTHERS
• In the Conference USA preseason poll announced on Oct. 10, the Aggies were picked to finish seventh, with Christian Cook as their sole representative on the Preseason All-Conference Team. This projection follows a 2022-23 season where NM State posted a 13-19 overall record and a 7-9 record in conference play.
• Louisiana Tech emerged as the preseason favorite, securing three first-place votes and 87 points. Western Kentucky followed closely in second place with 85 points and two first-place votes, while Sam Houston was projected third with 83 points and three first-place nods. Middle Tennessee landed in fourth with 69 points and one first-place vote, while UTEP and Liberty tied for fifth at 62 points, with Liberty also receiving one first-place vote.
• NM State holds the seventh position with 39 points in the coaches' poll, followed by Jacksonville State with 29 points. FIU and Kennesaw State rounded out the standings, tied for ninth place with 17 points each.
SCOUTING THE THUNDERBIRDS
• Southern Utah enters Monday’s contest following a challenging matchup against Arizona on the road, where they fell 102-66. The Thunderbirds are coming off a 10-21 season that included a 5-15 record in WAC conference play. Their 2023-24 campaign ended with a 68-59 road win against conference foe UTRGV.
• The Thunderbirds are led by Head Coach Rob Jeter, now in his second year at the helm, boasting an 18-24 record during his tenure
• Offensively, Southern Utah is powered by guard Jamir Simpson, who averages a team-high 16.6 points per game. On the boards, senior forward Jamari Sibley leads the way with a team-best 5.6 rebounds per contest. Slowing down these two key players will be critical for NM State as they look to come out on top Monday night.
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Swedish Supercar Aims for 450 Kmh
Swedish supercar manufacturer Koenigsegg is targeting a top speed of 450 km/h with its new One:1 supercar, a vehicle that draws its name from its power-to-weight ratio.
Wellington: Swedish supercar manufacturer Koenigsegg is targeting a top speed of 450 km/h with its new One:1 supercar, a vehicle that draws its name from its power-to-weight ratio.
According to Stuff.co.nz, the brand's founder, Christian von Koenigsegg revealed that the One:1 will produce 1400 horsepower (just 1000kW) and weigh 1400 kilograms. He claims it will be the first production vehicle to offer that level of power-to-weight with all the necessary fluids and the driver on-board, the report said.
Initial figures from Koenigsegg's engineers suggest the car could potentially sprint from 0-400kmh in 20 seconds, while a Bugatti Veyron takes about 45 seconds, the report added. It could also be the fastest car from 0-200kmh, 0-300kmh, and 0-400kmh, the report further said. On top of that, computer simulations suggest the model may hit speeds as high as 450kmh, eclipsing the Veyron''s 430kmh unrestricted top speed and making it the fastest production car on earth, according to the report.
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At least 25 Palestinians killed by Israeli airstrikes in Gaza
By IANS | Published: December 16, 2024 11:26 AM2024-12-16T11:26:12+5:302024-12-16T11:30:11+5:30
Gaza, Dec 16 At least 25 Palestinians were killed in two Israeli airstrikes targeting a school sheltering displaced ...
Gaza, Dec 16 At least 25 Palestinians were killed in two Israeli airstrikes targeting a school sheltering displaced people and a civil defence centre in the Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian sources.
Marwan al-Hams, an official at Gaza-based health authorities, told Xinhua that on Sunday about 21 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a school for displaced people in Khan Younis, while dozens of others, mostly women and children, were injured.
A Xinhua photographer at the scene witnessed bloodied bodies of the dead and wounded among the rubble of the top floor of the school, which belongs to The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military on the attack, Xinhua news agency reported.
In central Gaza, four members of the civil defence, including a journalist, were killed in an airstrike targeting an emergency post in the middle of the Nuseirat refugee camp, sources said.
Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the civil defence in Gaza, accused Israel of committing a "heinous crime" against the civil defense teams. "The victims were carrying out their humanitarian and national duties," he told Xinhua.
The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate said in a press statement that among the dead was a journalist named Ahmed Al-Louh, who worked as a photographer for Qatar's Al Jazeera TV. However, the Israeli army accused him of being a military operative for the Islamic Jihad movement in Gaza.
In a statement issued later in the day, the Israeli army said its air force targeted a site in the Nuseirat camp used by "terrorists" to plan and carry out attacks against the Israeli Defense Forces.
Israel has been waging a large-scale offensive against Hamas in the Gaza Strip to retaliate against a Hamas rampage through the southern Israeli border on October 7, 2023, during which about 1,200 people were killed and about 250 taken hostage.
The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip has risen to 44,976, Gaza-based health authorities said in a statement on Sunday.
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Mobily Wins Four Awards At The Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) Annual Conference And Awards.
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12/16/2024 12:05:22 AM
(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) Etihad Etisalat (Mobily), Saudi Arabia's leading telecommunications, media, and technology (TMT) company, announced its remarkable achievements at the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) Annual conference and Awards. Mobily secured first place in the Middle East for the Best Printed 2023 Annual Report category and earned second place for the Best Digital 2023 Annual Report category, reinforcing its leadership in transparency and reporting excellence.
The company also achieved first place for the Best IR
film for 2023 and third place for the Best Investor Relations Professional in Saudi Arabia, further highlighting its commitment to excellence in Investor Relations.
These achievements underscore Mobily's unwavering commitment to applying the highest standards of transparency, disclosure, and clarity in communicating with its shareholders and various stakeholders.
On this occasion, Mobily CEO Eng. Salman Al-Badran expressed his pride in the company's achievements, and he said:“We are honored to receive these prestigious awards, which highlight our dedication to adopting global best practices in Investor Relations. Our Annual Report serves as a transparent window to our financial and operational performance, reinforcing the trust of our shareholders and meeting their evolving expectations.
He added that this year's report offered a comprehensive and detailed overview of the company's achievements and future aspirations, leveraging advanced digital tools to enhance the understanding and analysis of the information. It also featured numerous financial and operational indicators that highlight the company's strength and resilience.
Eng. Al-Badran further remarked:“Mobily has achieved this recognition after a year of sustained efforts to adapt to the competitive telecommunications market, embrace innovation in its technologies and offerings, and lead the market with a strong brand presence, robust performance, and an exceptional customer experience.”
Mobily has previously won the Best Printed Annual Report award for 3 consecutive years (2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Best Digital Annual Report award in 2019, 2020, and 2022. These accolades reflect the company's continuous efforts to enhance effective communication with stakeholders and its pioneering role in setting global benchmarks for Investor Relations practices.
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United Airlines receives one 787-9
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United Airlines to increase Dublin operations in summer 2025
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Local school boards to meet this week
VW independent staff
Crestview, Van Wert and Lincolnview school boards will hold their respective monthly meetings this week. It’s expected it will be the final meeting of each board in 2024.
The Crestview Local Schools Board of Education is slated to meet at 6:30 p.m. tonight in the multipurpose room. The Van Wert City Schools Board of Education will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesday in the S.F. Goedde Building conference room, and the Lincolnview Local Schools Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the Neubrecht Lecture Hall.
All three meetings are open to the public.
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UTEP Men’s Basketball Begins Seven-Game Homestand Vs. Tarleton State On Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The UTEP men’s basketball team (6-3) will open a seven-game homestand when it plays host to Tarleton State (3-8) in the CUSA/WAC Challenge at 7 p.m. MT Monday.
The game is the first of seven straight at home for the Miners, including the opening three league contests. It will feature a teddy bear toss at halftime. The special promotion, which is sponsored by UTEP Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, affords fans the opportunity to give back to the community while also receiving discounted tickets to the game. All teddy bears, which must be new or in good condition, will be donated to the El Paso Children’s Hospital. Fans who present a teddy bear to the ticket office will have a 50-percent discount. They must do so either at the ticket window of the Don Haskins Center or at the Eisenberg Ticket Office. The Miners are coming off a hard-fought 77-74 setback at Louisville on Dec. 11, a contest which featured 10 ties and 13 lead changes. The Texans were clipped at UCF, 66-51, on Dec. 8, a game which was the first of three straight on the road for the program. The contest marks the return to the Don Haskins Center of TSU head coach Billy Gillispie, who matched the biggest turnaround in NCAA history while guiding UTEP to an at-large bid to the 20024 NCAA Tournament. It is the first of three tilts on the week for the Orange and Blue before the holiday break, with UTEP set to defend its crown while competing at the 63rd-annual WestStar Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational from Dec. 20-21. Jon Teicher (44th year) and Steve Yellen (22nd year) will be on the call on “The Home of UTEP Basketball” 600 ESPN El Paso. It will also be streamed on ESPN+ (subscription required), with Andy Morgan and former Miner assistant coach Bobby Braswell describing the action. For tickets, please visit www.UTEPMiners.com/tickets or call (915) 747-UTEP.
KEY STATS TO WATCH
UTEP leads the nation in turnovers forced per game (19.2) and steals per game (11.5) while Tarleton State is last nationally for turnovers made per game (20.9-355th NCAA). Both teams shoot it well from distance, with each among the top 50 in the nation. The Miners are 11th (40.3 percent), with the Texans checking in 43rd (37.8).
SERIES HISTORY: UTEP LEADS, 2-0
Monday’s matchup is the third all time between the programs, and it is 33 years to the date that the sides last squared off. The Miners bested TSU, 66-54, on Dec. 16, 1991, which ignited a 12-game winning streak. The Orange and Blue took out TSU, 78-36, in the first meeting on Dec. 9, 1963. Both the 1963-64 and 1991-92 teams were under the direction of Don Haskins, with each going on to win multiple games in the NCAA Tournament.
GET TO KNOW TARLETON STATE (3-8, 2-1 HOME, 0-5 AWAY, 1-2 NEUTRAL)
Tarleton State was saddled with a 1-7 start to the year, with the lone victory in that timeframe coming over Tabor College (88-57, Nov. 14). The Texans have played much better since by forging a 2-2 mark, which includes a 61-59 neutral-site victory against Hofstra (Nov. 30). TSU is under the direction of former Miner head coach Billy Gillispie, who tied the NCAA record for biggest turnaround. UTEP was 6-24 in 2002-03 before going 24-8 to earn an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. He was named the WAC Coach of the Year as the Miners battled before succumbing to Maryland, 86-83, in the first round of the Big Dance. In 2023-24 the Texans set a school DI record by piling up 25 wins while making a run to the CIT Semifinals, with current Miner Devon Barnes playing a big role in the team’s success. A large part of the struggles for TSU has been the inability to get it done on the road. The Texans are 0-5 on the road, with a -31.0 (51.0-82.0) scoring differential. All of those contests, though, have come at Power programs. Bubu Benjamin (17.2 ppg-second WAC) sets the tone offensively with Ronnie Harrison Jr. (10.6 ppg) also in double figures for scoring for TSU, which prefers a slower pace of play and puts up 61.6 ppg (ninth WAC/345th NCAA). Four different players pull down at least 4.0 rpg, including team leader Chris Mpaka (5.4-eighth WAC). Mpaka also paces the unit in blocks per game (1.6-tied second WAC). The Texans connect on 43.8 percent from the floor, but they are a stout 37.8 percent (second WAC/43rd NCAA) from 3-point range. They are similar to UTEP as well with how they defend, forcing 16.9 turnovers per contest (first WAC/13th NCAA). TSU has struggled to take care of the ball, however, rating last in the country at turnovers per game (20.9). The Texans are second to last in assist-to-turnover ratio (0.51). They also struggle with defensive rebounding (20.4-349th NCAA) and 3-point defense (37.4-332nd NCAA). TSU started competing at the DI level in 2020 after a 26-year stint with the Lonestar Conference. Notable alumni include Millie Hughes-Fulford (chemist and astronaut) and Norman Shumway (father of heart transplantation).
LOOKING BACK
UTEP went toe-to-toe with perennial ACC power Louisville before ultimately succumbing, 77-74, at the KFC Yum! Center on Dec. 11. The Miners had a chance to tie the game in the waning seconds, but Corey Camper Jr.’s 3-pointer wouldn’t go down as the Cardinals managed to survive. UTEP connected at a 50.9 percent (29-57) clip from the floor, including going a stout 9-20 (45.0 percent) from distance, while piling up 38 points in the paint compared to 34 by the UofL. The Miners got after it defensively and held the Cardinals to 39.7 percent (23-58) shooting, including a chilly 17.6 percent (6-34) from beyond-the-arc. Camper Jr. paced UTEP in both points (19) and assists (three) while adding a pair of steals. Devon Barnes (19 points) and Ahamad Bynum (14 points) also reached double figures in scoring. Bynum, who entered the game as the national leader in 3-point percentage, drilled a ridiculous 4-5 from distance. Otis Frazier III (seven points, six rebounds) and Kevin Kalu (six points, nine caroms) also got after it for UTEP.
FINALLY, A BACK-AND-FORTH GAME
After having a total of four lead changes and three ties combined during the first eight contests of the campaign, the Miners got locked up in a good one at Louisville. Neither squad led by more than eight, and there were 13 lead swaps and 10 ties.
FREE THROWS A PLENTY FOR LOUISVILLE
Louisville was 25-34 at the charity stripe (73.5 percent) and 23-58 (39.7 percent) shooting from the floor. The Cardinals are the second opponent this season to have more free throws than field goals made in a contest, joining Utah Valley on Nov. 9. The Wolverines were much crisper offensively, however, filling up 52.1 percent (25-48) from the floor. UVU knocked down 70.7 percent (29-41) at the charity stripe.
WASN’T THE CASE FOR THE MINERS
UTEP set season lows for both free throws made (seven) and attempted (11) in the loss at Louisville despite holding a 38-34 advantage for points in the paint.
TROUBLE BOXING OUT HURT TOO
Louisville pulled down 16 offensive rebounds which led to 16 second-chance points. That matches the most offensive caroms by a Miner opponent this year while the 16 second-chance points trail only 17 from UTPB on Nov. 12. Overall, the Miners have a -5.8 rebounding margin while standing -6 (92-86) for second-chance points on the campaign. UTEP will need to clean that up moving forward.
KALU DID HIS PART ON THE GLASS
Kevin Kalu snagged a season-high nine rebounds (seven defensive) at Louisville. The effort vaulted him to first on the team at 4.8 rebounds per game (22nd CUSA), with the majority (32 of 43) of those coming at the defensive end.
BIG GAME FROM COREY
Corey Camper Jr. poured in 19 points, tying his second-highest outing of the year, on a season-best 53.8 percent (7-13) shooting at Louisville. The seven FGM equaled his most on the campaign (also vs. San Jose State-Nov. 25 and vs. UNC Greensboro-Nov. 27) while his two treys established a season high.
BARNES BOUNCES BACK
After tallying three points, which equaled his second-lowest scoring output at the DI level, on 1-6 shooting against Seattle, Devon Barnes was back in his groove at Louisville. He notched 16 points, his second-best effort as a Miner, while shooting 6-10 from the floor (including 1-4 on triples) and making 3-5 at the charity stripe. Barnes was at his best late, producing seven of UTEP’s final nine points in the affair.
GUARDING 3-POINTERS A PLENTY
Louisville attempted 34 triples, the most by a UTEP opponent since Rice heaved up 35 (9-35, March 7, 2020), but the Miners handled the barrage of outside shots extremely well. The Cardinals finished at 17.6 percent (6-34) from distance, which is the lowest 3-point percentage (min. 10 attempts) by a Miner DI opponent since NM State shot just 10.5 percent (2-19) in a 25-point UTEP romp (74-49) at home last year on Feb. 10, 2024.
CAN’T WIN THEM ALL
The loss at Louisville snapped a three-game winning streak for the Miners and dropped them to 5-1 this year when tallying 70+ points. UTEP also fell for the first time (now 6-1) when leading at the half. Furthermore, the Orange and Blue hadn’t been defeated when scoring 70+ points, shooting at least 50 percent from the floor (min. 10 attempts) and 40 percent on 3-pointers since falling 97-88 at LA Tech on Jan. 6, 2018.
FINDING OFFENSIVE RHYTHM
The Miners have connected on better than 50 percent from the floor in consecutive contests. UTEP drilled a sizzling 56.1 percent (32-57) against Seattle U on Dec. 7 before filling up 50.9 percent (29-57) at Louisville on Dec. 11. The last time the Orange and Blue did so in back-to-back nonconference games vs. DI opposition was at the beginning of last year in victories against both UC Santa Barbara (54.0 percent, Nov. 13) and Austin Peay (55.3, Nov. 17). The Miners are now up to 47.2 percent (fifth CUSA/96th NCAA) for overall field-goal percentage.
POURING IN THE 3-POINTERS
UTEP has connected on at least seven 3-pointers in four consecutive contests, shooting a combined 39.2 percent (31-79) from distance during that timeframe. The last time the Miners had seven or more treys in four straight games was a six-contest surge during the middle of CUSA play in the 2021-22 season. It doesn’t hurt this year’s squad to have the national leader for 3-point shooting, with Ahamad Bynum draining an unfathomable 65.7 percent (23-35) from distance.
DOUBLE-DIGIT EFFORT FOR BYNUM, AGAIN
For the first time this season and the second occasion of his career (happened as a freshman at DePaul, 10, vs. Oklahoma State, Nov. 20 and 10 at Texas A&M, Nov. 25), JUCO All-American transfer Ahamad Bynum has tallied double digits in scoring in consecutive contests. He put up 19 points, his most vs. a DI opponent, against Seattle U on Dec. 7 before tallying 14 points last time out at Louisville. He is a combined 12-19 from the floor in the contests, including a sizzling 6-7 from 3-point range. The hot streak has moved his scoring average to 12.4 ppg (18th CUSA) while he continues to lead the country in 3-point percentage at 65.7 (23-35).
CAN’T MAKE THOSE NUMBERS UP
Ahamad Bynum has connected on at least multiple 3-pointers in six of his eight appearances on the year (three with four or more). He has shot better than 50 percent from distance in all but one contest. Furthermore, his NCAA-best 65.7 percent (23-35) on treys is actually higher than his readout of 61.5 (8-13) at the free-throw line.
STEPPING UP
Corey Camper Jr. tied for or led the team outright in scoring twice last year. He’s already done so a squad-best three times in 2024-25. It’s a similar story with assists. The Little Rock, Ark., native has tied for or paced the Miners in assists in five contests after achieving the feat in a trio of tilts as a junior.
SCORING STREAKS
Otis Frazier III (56) and Devon Barnes (39) both have long streaks for consecutive games scored. The next closet Miner is Corey Camper Jr. at 14.
KALU’S SCORING NUMBERS UP
Kevin Kalu averaged 3.2 points per game through his first three seasons, but he is putting up 5.2 ppg on a stout 62.5 percent shooting (20-32) through nine games in 2024-25. He has produced a pair of double-digit scoring efforts this year after doing so twice over 91 games played through his junior campaign.
HOME, SWEET HOME
The matchup with Tarleton State marks the beginning of seven straight at home for the Miners. UTEP will also try to defend its title at the 63rd-annual WestStar Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational (Dec. 20-21). A contest vs. Northern New Mexico (Dec. 28) will wrap up nonconference play. The Miners will then have their first three league games at home, including the Battle of I-10 on Jan. 11. That hasn’t happened since the 1991-92 season when they were still members of the WAC.
FRENETIC DEFENSE SETTING TONE
UTEP’s pressure defense is paying dividends once again in 2024-25, with the Orange and Blue leading the nation in both steals per game (11.6) and turnovers forced per contest (19.2). UTEP topped the nation in both categories last season.
STARTING TO LOCK IN
The Miners’ first three Division I opponents all shot better than 50 percent from the floor, but UTEP has made that trend a thing of the past since that point. The past four DI foes have made a combined 38.8 percent (77-198). The Miners were particularly stout on guarding the 3-ball at Louisville, with the Cardinals finishing an opponent-tying season low 17.6 percent (6-34). The work has helped UTEP lower its scoring defense to 66.7 (second CUSA/77th NCAA).
FOUR-HEADED MONSTER ON OFFENSE
UTEP’s top-four scorers (Corey Camper Jr., 13.6 ppg-13th CUSA, Otis Frazier III, 12.9 ppg-15th CUSA, Ahamad Bynum-12.4 ppg-18th CUSA and Devon Barnes-11.0 ppg-tied 22nd CUSA) have made it difficult for the opposition to key on just any one play.
UNSELFISH PLAY
Part of the reason for the balanced offensive attack has been UTEP making the extra pass. The Miners have recorded an assist on 53.2 percent (126-237) of their field goals. Otis Frazier III (3.2 apg-10th CUSA) and Corey Camper Jr. (3.1 apg-11th CUSA) are both dishing out better than 3.0 helpers per contest. It’s still early, but the last time that UTEP had multiple players finish the year doing so was in 2015-16 (Dominic Artis, 5.2 apg and Lee Moore, 3.5 apg)
FRAZIER III DOING IT ALL
Otis Frazier III has been picking apart defenses in 2024-25. He has six double-digit scoring efforts, which helps him rate second on the team in scoring (12.9-15th CUSA). The senior also leads UTEP in assists (3.2-10th CUSA), blocks (0.9-tied 10th CUSA) and is third in steals (1.6-tied eighth CUSA).
CAN’T CONTAIN COREY
Corey Camper Jr. has been a handful for the opposition at both ends of the court this year. He tops the team in assist-to-turnover ratio (3.1-second CUSA/38th NCAA), free-throw percentage (92.9-second CUSA/23rd NCAA), minutes played (31.3-fifth CUSA) and steals (2.8-first CUSA/ninth NCAA) and scoring (13.6 ppg-13th CUSA) while rating second in assists (3.1-11th CUSA). Furthermore, he’s the lone Miner to record at least one steal and one assist in all eight tilts.
SIMPLY THE BEST
Ahamad Bynum has put on a dazzling shooting display in 2024-25, leading the nation at 65.7 percent (23-35) from 3-point range. He has connected on at least two 3-pointers in six of his eight contests played this year, including most recently filling up 4-5 at Louisville. The JUCO All-American transfer’s 2.9 triples per game are fifth in CUSA and 80th in the country. He is averaging 12.4 ppg (18th CUSA) to pace UTEP reserves and sit third overall on the squad while logging only 19.8 minutes per game.
DT SETTLING IN
David Terrell Jr., the 2024 Conference USA Freshman of the Year, is settling into a starting role as a sophomore. He is pitching in 6.1 points per game, 1.9 rebounds per contest, 1.8 assists per game and 1.5 steals per contest (tied 10th CUSA) while logging 25.7 minutes per game. An area of concern has been topping the team in both fouls (30) and foul outs (two).
BARNES BACK HOME
Tarleton State transfer Devon Barnes chose UTEP in part because he lived in the Sun City from kindergarten through fifth grade while his dad was stationed at Ft. Bliss. He has settled in nicely, tallying 11.0 ppg (tied 22nd CUSA) to go along with 1.9 steals per game (fifth CUSA). He has drilled 13 triples (second on the team). Barnes paces the squad in both free throws made (32) and attempted (41) for a readout of 78.0 percent (eighth CUSA).
SWATTING SHOTS
UTEP heads into the matchup against Tarleton State with 3.7 blocks per game, with Otis Frazier III leading the way at 0.9 bpg (tied ninth CUSA). The Miners have blocked at least five shots four times. They had six total such contests with at least five rejections during the entire 2023-24 season.
1TALKING DOUBLE-DIGIT STEALS UNDER GOLDING
UTEP has produced 45 games with at least 10 steals under head coach Joe Golding, including doing so five times this year. The Miners had 16 vs. Long Beach State (Nov. 26), the most vs. a DI nonconference foe since they piled up 18 vs. in a 93-56 romp of Norfolk State at the Haskins Center on Dec. 28, 2008. To put the 44 tilts with 10+ thefts into perspective, consider that the Miners amassed 48 such contests in the previous 14 seasons combined prior to Golding’s arrival.
THAT MAKES SENSE
Given UTEP’s ability to pressure the ball and come away with steals thus far in 2024-25, it is not a surprise to see that the Miners are leading the country at 11.6 steals per contest.
COMING AT YOU FROM EVERY ANGLE
There’s not just one player that teams have be aware of when it comes to the Miners’ pressure defense that leads the country in both steals per game (11.6) and turnovers forced per game (19.2). UTEP accounts for four of the top 10 in the CUSA ratings for steals. Corey Camper Jr. is first in the league at 2.8 spg (ninth NCAA), followed by Devon Barnes (1.9-fifth CUSA), Otis Frazier III (1.6-ninth CUSA) and David Terrell Jr. at 1.5 spg (tied 10th CUSA).
KNOCKING DOWN SHOTS
Five different Miners are filling up at least 50.0 percent from the floor (min. 15 FGA), with Kevin Kalu leading the way at 62.5 percent (20-32). Derick Hamilton (18-31, 58.1 percent), Ahamad Bynum (34-61, 55.7 percent), David Terrell Jr. (21-38, 55.3 percent) and Elijah Jones (9-18, 50.0 percent) round out the list.
DEEP THREAT
The Miners sit second in CUSA and 11th in the nation from 3-point range at 40.3 percent (71-176). UTEP has connected on at least seven treys six times this year, including four straight contests for the first time since stringing together six straight such tilts in the middle of league play in 2021-21. NCAA 3-point percentage leader Ahamad Bynum leads the way at a staggering 65.7 percent (23-35). Devon Barnes (13-36) and Trey Horton III (10-34) also have 10+ makes from beyond-the-arc.
TRIPLES FAVORING THE MINERS
UTEP has made equal to or more 3-pointers than the opposition in six of eight contests this year. The result has been the Miners connecting on 71-176 (40.3 percent-second CUSA/11th NCAA) compared to a readout of 59-185 (31.9 percent) by the opposition. It’s an improvement from last year when UTEP (194-609, 31.9 percent) and its opponents (194-608, 31.9 percent) were practically even in the department. Compared to how UTEP stood two years ago, it is night and day. In 2022-23, Miner foes finished 214-643 (33.3 percent) while the Miners made just 158-337 (29.4 percent).
ALMOST PERFECT AT THE LINE
Corey Camper Jr. was a solid free throw shooter in his first year with the Miners, connecting on 71.2 percent (52-73). He has made tremendous strides as a senior, having made 26-28 (92.9 percent, second CUSA/23rd NCAA).
TERRIFIC TRIO AT THE CHARITY STRIPE
Corey Camper Jr. (26-28, 92.9 percent-second CUSA/23rd NCAA), Otis Frazier III (28-34, 82.4 percent, third CUSA) and Devon Barnes (32-41, 78.0 percent, eighth CUSA) give the Miners three of the top 10 free throw shooters in Conference USA. UTEP is third in CUSA at 73.4 percent.
CAN’T HANDLE THE PRESSURE
UTEP’s pressure is causing fits for opponents. The Miners head into the tilt against Tarleton State leading the country in both steals per game (11.6 spg) and turnovers forced per game (19.2). That success in those departments isn’t surprising with what happened last year. The Miners led the country in turnovers forced per game (18.7 tpg) while also setting a program record for total turnovers forced (636) in 2023-24. They also established a school standard for total steals (389) last year, which were the second most ever by a CUSA program since the league’s inception, while producing a nation-best 11.4 spg.
RUN, UTEP, RUN
UTEP’s pressure defense has led to plenty of opportunities in transition, and the Miners have taken advantage of the situation. They are producing 15.0 fastbreak points per game, which is third in CUSA and 40th nationally.
SHARING IS CARING
UTEP has been credited with an assist on 53.2 percent (126-237) of its field goals, helping it average 75.8 points per game. Otis Frazier III (3.2 apg-10th CUSA), who in second on the squad scoring at 12.9 ppg (15th CUSA), leads the charge with setting up his teammates. Corey Camper Jr., who tops the Orange and Blue in scoring at 13.6 ppg (13th CUSA), also passes the rock well with 3.1 assists per contest (11th CUSA). Camper Jr. has a stellar +3.1 (28-9) assist-to-turnover ratio (second CUSA/38th NCAA).
SPREADING THE PLAYING TIME
Head coach Joe Golding has done a fine job of spreading the wealth with playing time, with 10 different Miners (min. five games played) averaging at least 10.0 minutes per game. Corey Camper Jr. (31.8 mpg, fifth CUSA) and Otis Frazier III (27.2 mpg) and David Terrell Jr. (25.5 mpg) are all above 25.0 mpg. Devon Barnes (23.9), Ahamad Bynum (19.6 mpg), Kevin Kalu (18.9 mpg), Trey Horton III (17.1 mpg), KJ Thomas (11.4 mpg), Derick Hamilton (11.0 mpg) and Baylor Hebb (10.7 mpg) round out the list.
AN OFFSEASON TO REMEMBER
UTEP had a special offseason to help prepare for the year, which included a foreign tour in The Bahamas, an intra-squad scrimmage in Juárez, an 111-62 exhibition win vs. Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua (UACH) on Oct. 19 and a charity exhibition 74-70 setback at New Mexico on Oct. 28. The game in Chihuahua was the first preseason scrimmage in Mexico in program history.
EVERY ELIGIBLE GUY CAME BACK
UTEP brought back three starters (Corey Camper Jr., Otis Frazier III and Kevin Kalu) and all eight eligible scholarship players (Camper Jr., Frazier III, Derick Hamilton, Baylor Hebb, Trey Horton III, Elijah Jones, Kalu, David Terrell Jr.) from last year’s team that piled up 18 wins and advanced to the program’s first Conference USA Tournament Championship contest since 2011. The Miners also have redshirts Antwonne Holmes and Babacar Mbengue.
NEWCOMERS IN THE HOUSE
JUCO All-American Ahamad Bynum, Tarleton State transfer Devon Barnes, three-star HS recruit KJ Thomas and JUCO Region XIV regular-season champion DaCannon Wickware joined the Miners in the offseason. El Paso native and JUCO transfer Jordan Thomas and freshman Raijon Dispensa are also new to UTEP, with each set to redshirt this season.
AWARD CENTRAL
UTEP brought back the 2024 Conference USA Freshman of the Year David Terrell Jr., along with fellow 2024 CUSA All-Freshman team members Trey Horton III and Elijah Jones. Otis Frazier III, who was a member of the 2024 CUSA All-Defensive team and a CUSA Honorable-Mention honoree, was tabbed to the 2024-25 CUSA Preseason Team.
THE BEST FANS IN CONFERENCE USA
UTEP has led Conference USA in attendance for either total number of fans or average attendance for three straight years. Last year, the Miners had a league-best 85,566 fans pass through the turnstiles while averaging 4,754 fans (second in the conference). Thus far in 2024-25, UTEP is at 4,189 fans (second in CUSA).
HOME COOKING
UTEP entered the 2024-25 campaign having ripped off at least 10 wins at home in five straight years. The Orange and Blue were 13-5 at the Bear’s Den last year, including winning the WestStar Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational for the first time under head coach Joe Golding. UTEP is 3-0 in El Paso this year, with a pair of DII victories (W, 102-55 vs. Sul Ross State, Nov. 4, and UTPB, 78-58, Nov. 12) and a 16-point triumph (78-62) against Seattle U on Dec. 7. UTEP’s largest deficit at home has been three, when it trailed 3-0 against the Redhawks.
PRESEASON PREMONITIONS
UTEP was predicted to finish tied for fifth in the Conference USA preseason poll, as voted upon the league’s 10 head coaches. It was a relatively close poll, with only 25 points separating the first six teams. LA Tech (87) was tabbed the favorite, followed by WKU (85), Sam Houston (83), Middle Tennessee (69), Liberty (62) and UTEP (62). NM State (39-seventh), Jax State (29-eighth), FIU (17-tied ninth) and Kennesaw State (17-tied ninth). LA Tech (three), Sam Houston (three), WKU (two), Middle Tennessee (one) and Liberty (one) all received at least one first-place vote.
A YEAR IN REVIEW
- Finished the year at 18-16 for the second winning seasons in three years under head coach Joe Golding.
- Made the program’s first appearance in the conference tournament championship contest since 2011.
- Beat the No. 1 seed Sam Houston in the semifinals, the Miners’ first win against a top seed at the league tournament since the 1993 WAC Championships.
- Became the first team in school history to come back from double-digit deficits to win consecutive contests in a league tournament. UTEP overcame a 12-point deficit vs. Liberty while roaring back from 14 against Sam Houston.
- Won multiple games at the CUSA tournament for the first time since 2011.
- Became the lowest seed in school history to advance to the championship contest of the league tournament.
- Won a game at the league tournament by two points or less for the first time since 1992 after ousting top seed Sam Houston
- Led the nation in both steals per game and turnovers forced per game.
- Set school record for total steals and total turnovers forced. UTEP’s 389 total steals are the second most ever by a CUSA program since the league’s inception.
- Tae Hardy earned All-District and All-CUSA honors.
- UTEP had three of the five players on the CUSA All-Freshman Team, including Freshman of the Year David Terrell Jr. Terrell Jr. was joined on the All-Freshman squad by Trey Horton III and Elijah Jones
- Otis Frazier III was All-CUSA Honorable-Mention and voted to the CUSA All-Defensive Team, the first selection to the squad for UTEP since 2015.
- Won the 2023 Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational for the first time under head coach Joe Golding.
THE BASIC FACTS ON UTEP’S PROGRAM
- This is the 104th season of UTEP men’s basketball. The Miners made history by starting five African-Americans to defeat Kentucky, 72-65, and win the 1966 NCAA Championship on the way to inspiring the Disney hit movie Glory Road.
- UTEP has 17 NCAA Tournament appearances (last in 2010), 11 NIT bids (last in 2015), 12 conference championships (last in 2010) and 26 seasons with at least 20+ victories (last in 2015). The Miners have won five league tournaments (last in 2005).
- The Miners have a strong presence in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame with Don Haskins, Nate Archibald, Nolan Richardson, the 1966 team and Tim Hardaway all representing UTEP.
GET TO KNOW COACH GOLDING
Joe Golding is in his fourth year at UTEP, and he is the 20th head coach in program history. He is the eighth head coach for the Miners since legendary Hall of Fame Coach Don Haskins retired following the 1998-99 season. Golding is 216-195 in his 14th season as a collegiate head coach, including 58-51 at UTEP. He has enjoyed two winning campaigns in three years and is on his way to another at 6-2 thus far in 2024-25. Golding is six victories shy of passing Marshall Pennington (63-83, 1937-43) to move into fifth place on the school’s career charts. In 2021-22 he became the fourth head coach (20 total) in program history to have a winning season in their first year on the sideline. Don Haskins was the first when he directed the Miners to a mark of 18-6 in 1961-62. Doc Sadler(27-8, 2004-05) and Tim Floyd (25-10, 2010-11) also achieved the feat. Overall, the prior 19 head coaches combined to forge an average record of 9-13 in their first year with UTEP. Previously Golding spent 10 years at Abilene Christian (158-144), helping it transition from a Division II to a Division I program. Golding led the Wildcats to the 2019 and 2021 NCAA Tournaments, including a stunning upset as a 14-seed of third-seeded Texas in the first round of the 2021 Big Dance.
UP NEXT
UTEP will serve as the host institution while taking part in the 63rd-annual WestStar Bank Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational from Friday through Saturday. The Miners will lock up with Jackson State at 7 p.m. MT on Friday, hoping to advance to the championship contest to defend their crown from a year ago. In the first contest on Friday, Akron will challenge Yale. The winner from game one will face the victor from the second game while the losers from each matchup with do battle in the third/fourth-place tilt on Saturday.
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NSA Doval to likely visit China soon for Special Representative talks: Sources
By ANI | Published: December 16, 2024 11:36 AM2024-12-16T11:36:26+5:302024-12-16T11:40:03+5:30
New Delhi [India], December 16 : National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will likely visit China soon for Special Representative ...
New Delhi [India], December 16 : National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will likely visit China soon for Special Representative talks, according to sources.
NSA Doval's likely visit to China comes after New Delhi and Beijing in October reached an agreement regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the India-China border areas.
The border standoff between India and China began in eastern Ladakh along the LAC in 2020, and was sparked by Chinese military actions. It led to prolonged tensions between the two nations, significantly straining their relations.
Earlier in 2020, the Special Representatives of India and China on the Boundary Question, Ajit Doval and Wang Yi, State Councillor and Minister of Foreign Affairs of China held a telephonic conversation, according to Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The two Special Representatives had a "frank and in-depth exchange of views" on the recent developments in the Western Sector of the India-China border areas.
The 22nd meeting of the Special Representatives of India and China was held in New Delhi on December 21, 2019. The Indian side was led by NSA Ajit Doval while Wang Yi led the Chinese delegation, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
On December 3, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India remains "committed to engaging with China through bilateral discussions to arrive at a fair, resonable and mutually acceptable framework for a boundary settlement."
He said that in his recent meeting with Chinese Foreign minister Wang Yi, an understanding was reached that the Special Representatives and the Foreign Secretary level mechanisms will be convening soon.
Briefing the Lok Sabha on India-China ties as well as disengagement at the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Jaishakar said that bilateral ties between the two countries have been "abnormal" since 2020 when "peace and tranquillity in the border areas were disturbed as a result of Chinese actions."
"Recent developments that reflect our continuous diplomatic engagement since then have set our ties in the direction of some improvement," he said.
In his speech in Lok Sabha, he shared with members of the expectation regarding direction of ties with China in the near future.
"Our relationship had progressed in many domains, but was obviously negatively affected by recent events. We are clear that the maintenance of peace and tranquility in border areas is a pre-requisite for the development of our ties. In the coming days, we will be discussing both de-escalation as well as effective management of our activities in the border areas," Jaishankar said.
The External Affairs Minister said that "the conclusion of the disengagement phase now allows us to consider other aspects of our bilateral engagement in a calibrated manner, keeping our national security interests first and foremost."
Jaishankar said, "The immediate priority was to ensure disengagement from friction points so that there would be no further untoward incidents or clashes. This has been fully achieved. The next priority will be to consider de-escalation, that would address the massing of troops along the LAC with associated accompaniments."
He also recalled the 2020 face-offs between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.
Earlier in November, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his counterpart Admiral Dong Jun in Laos, where he emphasised that India-China needs to move from disengagement to de-escalation to further build trust and confidence.
This was the first meeting of Defence Ministers following the recent disengagement agreements and the meeting of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan.
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London Now Now: Empowering Black-Led Organisations in Line with the Civil Society Covenant
London, UK – [16 December 2024] – Do it Now Now (DiNN), a leading social enterprise dedicated to empowering Black communities, has launched London Now Now, a groundbreaking initiative that directly aligns with the Civil Society Covenant's vision for fostering collaboration between government and civil society.
With £1 million raised to fund this vital work, London Now Now represents the government's aspirations for the charity sector brought to life: a focused, impactful programme that ensures Black-led organisations remain integral to delivering cohesive, effective strategies in communities across ten London Boroughs. This initiative supports councils as they navigate tighter budgets, helping them engage all their constituents while building strong, equitable partnerships with Black-led organisations.
“The Civil Society Covenant lays out a powerful framework for collaboration, and London Now Now is our answer to that call,” said Bayo Adelaja, CEO of Do it Now Now. “By directly addressing the systemic challenges faced by Black-led organisations, we are delivering on the government's hopes for an inclusive sector. This initiative ensures Black-led organisations in the charity sector are positioned as essential partners in driving local strategy and creating real, lasting impact.”
A Solution to the Sector's Challenges
As highlighted by research from organisations like Bamboo Fundraising, local authority funding cuts have disproportionately impacted charities, putting Black-led organisations at heightened risk. Despite these challenges, Black-led organisations remain critical to fostering social cohesion and delivering services that resonate with underserved communities.
London Now Now is designed to address these disparities head-on by equipping Black-led organisations with the resources, networks, and opportunities needed to thrive. By doing so, the programme helps councils meet the Covenant's goals of promoting equity, amplifying diverse voices, and ensuring all constituents are effectively supported.
Why These Boroughs?
Focusing on Barking and Dagenham, Bexley, Greenwich, Hackney, Havering, Lewisham, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, and Waltham Forest, London Now Now targets areas where Black-led organisations play a vital role in community infrastructure. These Boroughs represent an opportunity to demonstrate the transformative potential of aligning council and civil society efforts in a way that centres Black-led organisations as key drivers of change.
A Call to Action
Do it Now Now invites Black leaders, charities, and social enterprises across these Boroughs to join London Now Now and become part of a movement that embodies the spirit of the Civil Society Covenant. Together, we can ensure that Black-led organisations are not just present, but thriving as central contributors to local and national development strategies.
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UTEP WBB Faces Off Against Colorado State Monday
FORT COLLINS, Colorado (KVIA) -- The UTEP women’s basketball team (5-3) travels to Fort Collins, Colo. Monday to take on Colorado State (7-3). Tipoff is set for 6:30 p.m. MT. The Miners look to capitalize off the momentum of their 14-point victory over Utah Tech on Dec. 14.
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LAST WEEK ON...
UTEP improved to 5-3 after a 71-57 rout over Utah Tech. The Orange and Blue shot 47.4 percent (27-57) from the field, 35.7 percent (10-28) from distance, and 50.0 percent (7-14) from the foul line in the contest. They pulled down 49 rebounds, dished out 21 assists, had four steals, and three blocks. After being down two, 18-16, at the end of the first quarter, the Miners turned up the pressure on the defensive end, stifling the Trailblazers offense. They outscored Utah Tech 38-21 in the middle two quarters to help put the game away. Luisa Vydrova, Ivane Tensaie, and Portia Adams all shared the team-lead in points with 15 apiece. Vydrova tacked on a game-high 10 rebounds for her second double-double of the season. Tensaie continued her hot shooting streak, draining five shots from deep. Ndack Mbengue and Mary Moses Amaniyo each put up five-point, seven-rebound performances. Adams and Vydrova each recorded five handouts to pace UTEP. Mbengue, Vydrova, and Heaven Samayoa-Mathis all contributed one block. The wealth was shared for the Miners, as each player who saw action scored in the contest.
TENSAIE FOR THREEEEE!
Ivane Tensaie is averaging 4.24 three pointers per game, ranking her first in the NCAA in the category. She is shooting 47.9 percent (34-71) from distance this season, which is good for 16th in the nation.
DROPPING A DOUBLE-DOUBLE
Luisa Vydrova posted her second double-double of the season against the Trailblazers, dropping 15 points to go with 10 rebounds.
SPLASH!
Ivane Tensaie hit five shots from against Portland, continuing her streak of making at least three three-pointers in every contest this season. Additionally, she has scored in double-figures in all eight games, including two with 20 points or more.
DYNAMIC DUO
Luisa Vydrova and Portia Adams each racked up five assists against the Trailblazers. Vydrova’s tally marks a career best.
DISHING IT OUT
Six Miners recorded assists against Utah Tech, with each player tallying at least two. The Miners registered 21 assists as a team, marking the largest assist total since the 2022-23 season, when UTEP recorded 25 at UAB on 2/17/23.
CRASHING THE BOARDS
UTEP outrebounded the Trailblazers 49-31, including 36-19 on the defensive glass. nine of 10 Miners who got on the court registered rebounds, with all nine tallying at least two.
HOW MAY WE ASSIST YOU?
The Miners have earned 117 assists on 196 made shot attempts in 2024-25 (59.6 percent). Delma Zita is responsible for 42 of those assists (35.8 percent of all assists)
IN THE PAINT AT A PREMIUM
The Miners allowed Utah Tech just two points in the paint, the lowest amount by a wide margin this season. Furthermore, the Trailblazers scored just three total 2-pointbuckets in the contest.
ON TARGET
Five UTEP players are shooting 50.0 percent or better from the floor in 2024 (minimum 10 shots attempted). Mary Moses Amaniyo paces the team at 58.8 percent, followed by Osadebamwen Igbinedion Omoruyi(54.5), Luisa Vydrova (53.1), Dunja Zecevic (52.6), and Ndack Mbengue (51.9).
FOOT ON THE GAS
The Miners shot 47.4 percent (27-57) from the field against Utah Tech, marking the sixth game this season that the team has averaged above a 40.0 percent FG%.
SHARP SHOOTING
UTEP made 10 threes against the Trailblazers, the most in a single game this season. Additionally, the Miners have made at least five threes in every contest thus far.
INTERNATIONAL LOVE
The Miners have 10 international players on their 2024-25 roster. That is the second most in Division I, behind South Florida with 11.
SCOUTING REPORT: COLORADO STATE
The Rams are 7-3 in the 2024-25 campaign. They are averaging 67.1 points, 34.7 rebounds, and 15.1 assists per game. They also average 6.8 steals, 2.3 blocks, and just 8.8 turnovers per game. Colorado State is hooting 41.2 percent from the floor, 32.4 percent from three, and 74.5 percent from the foul line. Emma Ronsiek paces the team with 17.2 points and 3.2 assists per game while sharing the team lead in rebounds with younger sister Hannah Ronsiek (5.6 apiece). Hannah Ronsiek is second on the team in points (9.0) and blocks (0.6) and leads the team in steals (1.7). Hannah Simental is third on the team in scoring (7.5) while Sanna Ström is sitting third in rebounds (4.7). Marta Leimane swats a team-best 0.7 blocks per game. The Rams are leading the nation in turnovers per game (8.8) and also rank fourth in assist/turnover ratio (1.72), 10th in field goal percentage defense (33.2), and 28th in three-point percentage defense (25.0). They also sit 32nd in fouls per game (14.2), 43rd in defensive rebounds per game (28.6), 45th in turnover margin (5.30), and 61st in three pointers per game (7.8), among others. Individually, Emma Rosniek is ranked in multiple categories, including minutes per game (35.8-19th), field goal attempts (142-63rd), total field goals (61-93rd), points per game (17.2-81st), total points (172, 72nd), three-point attempts (64-76th), and total three pointers (22-96th).
SERIES HISTORY WITH THE RAMS
The Miners are 12-18 against Colorado State all-time. The last meeting came in the 2023-24 season and saw the Rams win 66-59 in El Paso on 11/30/24.
FAST FORWARD
After Monday’s contest against the Rams, UTEP returns to the Don Haskins Center Thursday (12/19) to play host to Arkansas-Pine Bluff. Tipoff is set for 2:00 p.m. MT.
TICKETS
For tickets, fans can call 915-747-UTEP or visit UTEPMiners.com/Tickets for more information.
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:06Z
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On the Air: radio stations WKSD/WERT
VW independent sports
Here are this week’s high school basketball broadcast schedules for 99.7FM WKSD and WERT 1220AM/104.3FM. Please note that due to contractual obligations, the radio stations must carry Ohio State’s playoff football game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, therefore, no basketball will be on the air that night.
WKSD
Tuesday, December 17 – Fort Jennings at Crestview (boys)
Friday, December 20 – Columbus Grove at Crestview (boys)
WERT
Friday, December 20 – Celina at Van Wert (boys)
WKSD and WERT – Ohio State vs. Tennessee, Saturday, December 21. Pregame coverage will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by kickoff at 8 p.m.
POSTED: 12/15/24 at 10:13 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:05Z
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Japan's Floating Windmill Project
Japan's floating windmill consortium, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Shimizu Construction, Hitachi and others have set a two mega-watt floating windmill 20 km off the coast of Fukushima power plants with two more turbines to be launched in two years.
Japan's floating windmill consortium, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Shimizu Construction, Hitachi and others have set a two mega-watt floating windmill 20 km off the coast of Fukushima power plants with two more turbines to be launched in two years.
Japan's floating windmill consortium, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Shimizu Construction, Hitachi and others have set a two mega-watt floating windmill 20 km off the coast of Fukushima power plants with two more turbines to be launched in two years. Text: Agencies
This is an experimental offshore floating wind farm project sponsored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Japan.
The project consists of three floating wind turbines and one floating power sub-station off the coast of Fukushima. The project has the world's first 66kV floating power sub-station and undersea cable.
In the second stage of the project two 7MW wind turbines will be added between 2013 and 2015.
Fukushima Prefecture expects this experimental project to spawn a new industry in renewable energy and create employment as part of recovery efforts in the wake of the Great East Japan Earthquake.
It is understood that one of the most important themes of this experimental project is the coexistence of the fishery industry with the offshore wind farm industry.
Creating a wind farm business scheme through this experimental project could lead to the deployment of large scale floating wind farms in the future.
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https://www.indiatimes.com/boyz-toyz/extra-large/japans-floating-windmill-project-105251.html
| 2024-12-16T06:18:07Z
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Palghar Bus Fire: Two Vehicles Destroyed in Massive Blaze at RTO Premises in Virar (Watch Video)
By Lokmat English Desk | Published: December 16, 2024 11:24 AM2024-12-16T11:24:38+5:302024-12-16T11:25:45+5:30
A massive fire broke out in two buses parked at the Regional Transport Office (RTO) premises on Chandanasar Road, ...
A massive fire broke out in two buses parked at the Regional Transport Office (RTO) premises on Chandanasar Road, Virar East, Palghar district, Maharashtra. The incident occurred on [date], causing significant damage as both buses were completely destroyed. The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) Fire Brigade responded promptly after receiving the emergency call.
Palghar, Maharashtra: A massive fire broke out in two buses parked at the RTO office premises on Chandanasar Road, Virar East, Palghar district. The fire was controlled by the Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation Fire Brigade after about 1.5 hours of effort. Unfortunately, the… pic.twitter.com/LDXEtfbxYc
— IANS (@ians_india) December 16, 2024
Firefighters battled the raging flames for approximately 1.5 hours before bringing the situation under control. Despite their relentless efforts, the buses were reduced to charred remains. Authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest that an electrical short circuit or other technical malfunction could be a potential reason. However, the exact cause will be confirmed after a detailed inquiry. Last month a similar incident was reported in Nalla Sopara town of Maharashtra’s Palghar. Fire engines from the VVMC were pressed into service, and the blaze was doused in an hour
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:07Z
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Author:
Kaitano Dube
(MENAFN- The Conversation)
These holidays, planet Earth looks likely to be hotter than ever before. Research found that in 2024, global temperatures temporarily rose 1.5°C higher than the average from 1850 to 1900 – a pre-industrial time when the first global temperatures were recorded.
This is a huge worry because, to avert the most damaging effects of climate change, global temperatures need to be kept below that 1.5°C increase.
Corporations and governments in the global north are the main drivers of carbon emissions and climate change. The concept of a“carbon footprint” was invented by big corporations to try to put the responsibility for lowering carbon emissions onto individuals. This isn't something we can easily control, but our own behaviours can make important small changes.
Read more:
Individual action on climate was tarred as greenwashing or virtue signalling. But it still has a place
The increase in the number of floods, droughts and heatwaves caused by climate change calls for greater efforts by people to act more responsibly and reduce carbon emissions wherever they can.
I am an ecotourism specialist and human geographer who researches environmentally friendly tourism and the impact of climate change on holiday destinations. I've also investigated how airports can curb their carbon emissions .
Individuals can make a difference. We can all adopt a sustainable living approach and reduce our impact on the environment.
Read more:
Surging global tourism emissions are driven by just 20 countries – major new study
This festive season, I recommend three areas that holidaymakers should pay close attention to if they want to reduce their carbon footprint :
accommodation
transport
food consumption.
By cutting down on polluting activities and food and water wastage, and by burning less petrol, individual travellers can bring about a huge reduction in the amount of greenhouse gas being released into the atmosphere.
Accommodation
This is one of the biggest contributors to carbon emissions, given the amount of energy (for heating and cooling) and water resources consumed by travellers.
So the first consideration for holidaymakers is to ensure that their accommodation follows sustainability practices. The ultimate prize would be to book a green hotel or an eco-lodge.
The Kruger National Park in South Africa sources vegetables from this part community-owned hydroponic farming scheme in a nearby village.
Gideon Mendel/Corbis/Getty Images
These are accommodation establishments that are designed to minimise water and energy wastage. For example, green accommodation must recycle and re-use waste products, and can serve mainly locally produced food.
Eco-lodges should preferably be linked to a public transport system such as shuttle transport. South Africa has several places to stay that fall within the green tourism category. Accommodation booking platforms such as TripAdvisor offer insights into what's on offer.
Read more:
How tourism towns like Victoria Falls can do better on carbon emissions
Other booking platforms such as Booking and Airbnb have sustainability initiatives that are globally accredited in green tourism practice. These offer travellers an opportunity to choose green lodgings in South Africa and beyond.
Travel and transport
Transport from origin to destination is a big contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.
The aviation industry contributes 2.5% of all greenhouse gas emissions through the condensation trail effect . These are the white trails from aircraft exhaust pipes left in the sky, which wrap around the planet, warming it up. Dealing with emissions from the transport industry is complex but travellers do have some options if they want to reduce their carbon footprint while on holiday.
First, you can minimise the travel distance (travel local) and use shared or public transport to reduce your environmental and carbon footprint. Check the carbon footprint of the journey on platforms such as Google Travel and choose the airline that leaves the smallest carbon footprint.
Several airlines offer an opportunity for passengers to offset their carbon emissions to achieve a carbon net-zero (no greenhouse gases emitted) for their travel. Aviation has measures to reach net-zero by 2050, a date committed to by most countries in the world.
Read more:
Carbon footprints are hard to understand - here's what you need to know
If travelling by road, use wherever they are available. Where they aren't yet a, people should use the most fuel-efficient vehicle available. Vehicles should be well serviced, adhere to correct tyre pressure, and drive at or below the maximum speed allowed. All these factors impact on your carbon footprint because the efficiency of a vehicle and speed determines carbon emissions burnt.
It is equally crucial that travellers carry only the baggage they really need. Travelling light reduces peoples' carbon footprint as each kilogram of weight increases fuel usage.
Daily diet
Food is another significant contributor to our daily carbon footprint. As such, travellers should try to consume vegetables rather than meat dishes. Vegetables use less land, water and energy to grow. Tourists who cannot avoid meat dishes should aim to eat locally raised meat which has not been trucked around the country, and therefore has a lower carbon footprint.
Read more:
Here's how your cup of coffee contributes to climate change
Tackling climate change is everyone's responsibility and we all have a critical role to reduce carbon emissions that causes climate change. In that light, it is critical to think about how our actions, small as they can be, can contribute to the bigger picture of addressing climate change.
Sustainable living calls for consciousness and intentional in our daily activities to ensure that we leave a minimal environmental footprint
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:08Z
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Author:
Kirsten Banks
(MENAFN- The Conversation)
In 2017, NASA discovered and later confirmed the first interstellar object to enter our Solar System.
It wasn't aliens. But artist impressions of the object (called 'Oumuamua, the Hawaiian word for“scout”) do resemble an alien spaceship out of a sci-fi novel. This strange depiction is because astronomers don't quite know how to classify the interstellar visitor.
Its speed and path around the Sun don't match a typical asteroid, but it also has no bright tail or nucleus (icy core) we normally associate with comets. However, 'Oumuamua has erratic motions that are consistent with gas escaping from its surface. This“dark comet” has had astronomers scratching their heads ever since.
An artist's impression of the dark comet 'Oumuamua.
European Southern Observatory / M. Kornmesser
Flash forward to today, and more of these mysterious objects have been discovered, with another ten announced just last week . While their nature and origins remain elusive, astronomers recently confirmed dark comets fall into two main categories: smaller objects that reside in our inner Solar System, and larger objects (100 metres or more) that remain beyond the orbit of Jupiter.
In fact, 3200 Phaethon – the parent body of the famous Geminid meteor shower – may be one of these objects.
How do dark comets differ from normal comets?
Comets, often described as the Solar System's“dirty snowballs”, are icy bodies made of rock, dust and ices. These relics of the early Solar System are critical to unlocking key mysteries around our planet's formation, the origins of Earth's water, and even the ingredients for life .
Astronomers are able to study comets as they make their close approach to our Sun. Their brilliant tails form as sunlight vaporises their icy surfaces. But not all comets put on such a dazzling display.
The newly discovered dark comets challenge our typical understanding of these celestial wanderers.
Image of comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS taken by astronauts aboard the International Space Station.
NASA
Dark comets are more elusive than their bright siblings. They lack the glowing tails and instead resemble asteroids, appearing as a faint point of light against the vast darkness of space.
However, their orbits set them apart. Like bright comets, dark comets follow elongated, elliptical paths that bring them close to the Sun before sweeping back out to the farthest reaches of the Solar System.
They go beyond Pluto, some even making it out to the Oort Cloud, a vast bubble of tiny objects at the fringe of our Solar System. Their speed and paths are what allow astronomers to determine their origins.
A comparison of dark comets and bright comets set against the Milky Way. On the left, a small, rocky, dark comet represents their typical size of one metre to a few hundred metres wide. On the right is a larger, icy, bright comet with a glowing tail, whose size ranges from 750 metres to 20 kilometres wide. The stark difference in size explains why dark comets lack the bright, visible tails of their larger, more iconic counterparts.
Composition: Dr Kirsten Banks; Background image: R. Wesson/ESO; Dark comet: Nicole Smith/University of Michigan, made with Midjourney; Bright comet: Linda Davison
But what makes these comets so dark? There are three main reasons: size, spin and composition or age.
Dark comets are often small, just a few metres to a few hundred metres wide. This leaves less surface area for material to escape and form into the beautiful tails we see on typical comets. They often spin quite rapidly and disperse escaping gas and dust in all directions, making them less visible.
Lastly, their composition and age may result in weaker or no gas loss, as the materials that go into the tails of bright comets are depleted over time.
These hidden travellers may be just as important for astronomical studies, and they may even be related to their bright counterparts. Now, the challenge is to find more dark comets.
How can we find dark comets?
How do we even find these mysterious dark comets in the first place? As they get closer to the Sun, we don't see spectacular tails of debris.
Instead, we rely on the light they reflect from our Sun.
Several astronomical images are combined to capture the faint, fast moving object 'Oumuamua in the centre. The white streaks are stars.
ESO/K. Meech et al.
These little guys might be stealthy for our eyes, but they are often no match for our large telescopes around the world. The discovery of ten new dark comets revealed last week was all thanks to one amazing instrument, the Dark Energy Camera (DECam ) on a large telescope in Chile.
This camera can't “see” dark energy directly , but it was designed to take massive photos of our universe – for us to see distant stars, galaxies and even hidden Solar System objects.
In their recent study, astronomers pieced together that some of these nightly images contained likely dark comets.
A) The Dark Energy Camera (DECam), mounted on the Victor M. Blanco four-metre telescope at the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in the Chilean Andes (Credit: Dark Energy Survey). B) Two examples of newly discovered dark comets within the DECam data, from Seligman et al. (2024).
The good news is, we are starting to focus more attention on these objects and on how to find them.
In even better news, in 2025, we'll have a brand new mega camera in Chile ready to find them. This will be the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, with the largest digital camera ever built.
It will allow us to take more images of our night sky more quickly, and see objects that are even fainter. It's likely that in the next ten years we could double or even triple the amount of known dark comets, and start to understand their interesting origin stories.
There could be more 'Oumuamua-like objects out there, just waiting for us to find them.
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:09Z
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Urgench Airport modernisation and management tender enters final stage
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:11Z
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NM State Looks to Extend Two-Game Winning Streak to Three
STEPHENVILLE, Texas (KVIA) -- The Aggies head on the road to take on former conference opponent Tarleton State on Monday. Last time both teams met, NM State Women’s Basketball grabbed the win over the Texans in immense fashion, 67-44. As the two teams remain tied in an overall winning record, NM State looks to continue their two-game streak.
HOW TO FOLLOW
Who: NM State (6-3, 0-0 CUSA) vs Tarleton (5-5, 0-0 WAC)
Where: Wisdom Gym – Stephenville, TX.
When: Monday, Dec. 16, 2024 at 10:00 AM MT
Live Stream: ESPN+
Live Statistics: StatBroadcast
All-Time Series Record: Tied 2-2
Last Meeting: NM State 67 at Tarleton 44 (Feb. 27, 2024)
Neck and Neck
Brand new to Division 1 Athletics, Tarleton has only faced the Aggies four times in the history of their program. They are currently split in win-loss record and are even to the Crimson and White in competition.
AGENT 007
Molly Kaiser is a certified legend in the history of NM State Women’s Basketball. The Watauga, Texas native has spent all five seasons with the Crimson & White, making her the longest-tenured Aggie on the 2024-25 roster. Kaiser has over 1,300 career points, highlighted by her single greatest performance to date earlier this month.
The 5-foot-8 guard notched 35 points on hyper-efficient shooting against Utah Tech on Nov. 7. She sank 14 of 21 field goals, three of five 3-pointers and four of five free throws en route to the highest individual output since Danesia Williamson on March 12, 2014. In addition to her offensive explosion, the Saginaw High School product raked in four steals for a career high. For the season, Kaiser ranks eighth in the nation with 25.0 points per game.
This week, Kaiser was named Conference Player of the Week after a combined two-game trip to rival matchup, the New Mexico Lobos. She was also selected to NCAA’s Starting Lineup of the Week while shooting a perfect 9-9 at the charity stripe in the Pan American against UNM.
FRESH FISH
Picking up her first Conference Freshman of the Week award, Madi Gewirtz now sits as the first and only player in Aggie program history to earn this achievement. In the rival week facing the Lobos, she tallied 17 points, six steals, three rebounds and one assist. Producing four steals on Sunday, she has set the team’s high in steals in a single game this season.
FANTA-STIC
Midway through last season, NM State bolstered its frontcourt with the addition of Fanta Gassama. The now-senior went on an impressive run at the end of 2023-24, averaging 9.0 rebounds and nearly 10.4 Pts per game over the final eight contests of the regular season. In the CUSA Quarterfinals, the Spain native was exceptional, collecting 20 points and 17 rebounds. Gassama was perfect from the floor, sinking all eight of her field goals and going 4-for-4 from the free-throw line as the Aggies prevailed 63-58 in an upset over No. 3 seed FIU.
This year, Gassama started off with a bang at UC Irvine. She paced both teams with 22 points as she hit eight of her 16 field goal attempts. Her presence was most felt down low, however, as the Mataró, Spain native hauled in 16 rebounds. Three days later against Utah Tech, Gassama tallied her second double-double of the young campaign, notching 14 points and as many rebounds. Her 9.0 rebounds per game currently rank 69th among all of NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball.
Gassama holds the only two double-doubles by an Aggie so far this season. Spanning back to last season, the second-year Aggie has four double-doubles; all of which have come in the past 10 games.
VETERAN LEADERSHIP
The Aggies are led by 11 upperclassmen, including nine seniors. Molly Kaiser and Diarrah Sissoko are each in their fifth season of collegiate basketball, headlining a 15-person roster that has 50 combined seasons of experience, including 32 at NM State. Four Aggies are on at least their third season in the program: Molly Kaiser (five), Sylena Peterson (four), Sianny Sanchez-Oliver (four) and Lucía Yenes (three).
INTERNATIONAL AGGIES
There are seven Aggies with international backgrounds on the 2024-25 roster. Four of those seven hail from Spain (Fanta Gassama, Noah Garcia, Marta Guilera, Lucía Yenes). Hungary (Anna Csenyi), Netherlands (Loes Rozing) and Mali (Diarrah Sissoko) are also represented on this year’s squad. Four of six Aggie newcomers are form overseas, rounding out a roster that is 46.7% international.
180 of the Aggies’ 458 points this season have come courtesy of international members. Those seven student-athletes accumulated 104 of 173 rebounds (60.1%) and 70 of 154 made field goals (45.4%).
GUESS WHO’S BACK… BACK AGAIN
There are two notable absences in the paint as Honorable Mention All-CUSA selection Ene Adams was joined by 6-foot-5 Femme Sikuzani Masudi as the two key departures from last year. However, nearly every rotational guard and wing has returned in action in 2024-25, with 75.66% of the 2023-24 point production still on the roster. Additionally, the returning Aggies accounted for 85.14% of all assists and 97.71% of 3-pointers made (128 of 131) a season ago.
ONE LAST RIDE
This iteration of the Aggies revolves around fifth-year Aggie legend Molly Kaiser. The Watauga, Texas native exercised her extra year of eligibility that she earned from the NCAA’s response to COVID-19, electing to spend her fifth and final campaign with the Crimson & White. In 2023-24, Kaiser led the Aggies in games played (31), games started (31), points (463), points per game (14.9), minutes per game (34.2), field goals made (165), free throws made (107) and free-throw percentage (86.3).
Last season, Kaiser drove and buried a patented elbow jumper shot to give her 1,000 career points, with every bucket coming as a member of the Crimson & White. She became the 25th member of the 1,000-point club, and the first since Gia Pack, who played for the Aggies from 2016-2020.
SCOUTING THE TEXANS
The team is led by Bill Brock, who enters his 40th year of coach, and just two with the program. Previously before Tarleton, Brock has moved around at the NAIA division to gain his head coaching experience.
The Texans won Brock’s first game at the helm in resounding fashion, defeating Howard Payne at home 106-38 on Nov. 6. In a tough road trip immediately following that, the Texans held tough and nearly came away with road victories at Texas Tech (70-63) and New Mexico (65-55). Brock’s first conference victory came on Dec. 2, with Tarleton State upending UTRGV 72-66. The Texans played their best basketball of the season when it mattered most at the end, going 4-1 over a five-game stretch from Feb. 29-March 13 to not only make the WAC Tournament, but win in the conference tournament in Las Vegas.
This season, the team is currently led by scorer, Arieona Rosborough, who averages 10.7 points per game (118 total). She is also currently averaging with the most minutes played for the Texans as has become the team’s most valuable asset.
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| 2024-12-16T06:18:12Z
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Owners share update on proposed eatery/bar/arcade
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor
It was a plan that seemed to be very well received when it was officially introduced in the spring of 2022.
That’s when Van Wert Cinema owners Rod and Donna Saunders announced plans to build a 10,000 square foot addition onto the Lincoln Highway theater, complete with a restaurant/sports bar and modern arcade with 40 virtual reality pieces, similar to Dave and Buster’s. At the time, the project was expected to cost at least $2.5 million.
Now, the plan has been placed on pause.
Donna Saunders confirmed late last week that Van Wert Dine & Play is on hold and via email, she explained the main reason is financing, or a lack thereof.
“After two years of trying to find a bank to loan us money for this project, we came away with the following recurring feedback: banks were ‘not comfortable’ with Van Wert, banks thought we were adding too big of an expansion, and banks were concerned my husband and I don’t have experience operating a restaurant/bar/arcade,” she said. “We do not agree with any of these statements whatsoever, and neither does our family entertainment center consultant.”
“One of the banks specifically stated ‘If the project were half the size and not in Van Wert, we would do it in a heartbeat,’” Saunders added.
She also said they have a plan to build their experience in family entertainment centers but noted it will take some time.
“We are also hopeful the economy will turn around and banks may be more interested in investing in Van Wert in the future,” she said. “In the meantime, we continue to invest in improvements in projection and sound equipment at Van Wert Cinemas. We experienced many sold-out shows in November with Wicked and Moana 2, and we expect more sold out shows over the Christmas holiday period.”
When plans for the addition were unveiled, another big hurdle had to be cleared and it was. At the time, Pleasant Township was a ‘dry’ township, meaning it was up to township voters to decide if Van Wert Dine & Play could have a liquor license. The issue was placed on the November, 2022 ballot and roughly 75 percent of voters cast ballots in favor. With that approval in hand, it was hoped financing would come through and the new establishment would open sometime in 2023.
In addition to Van Wert Cinemas, the couple’s company, Saunders Theater Operations 4 LLC, owns Van-Del Drive-In, a drive-in in Liberty Center and a historic three-screen theater in Bryan.
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WildCat is a four-legged robot being developed to run fast on all types of terrain. So far WildCat has run at about 16 mph on flat terrain using bounding and galloping gaits. The video shows WildCat's best performance so far. WildCat is being developed by Boston Dynamics with funding from DARPA's M3 program.
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2025 to see new growth opportunities in tier 2, 3 cities for Indian real estate sector
By IANS | Published: December 16, 2024 11:25 AM2024-12-16T11:25:01+5:302024-12-16T11:25:12+5:30
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New Delhi, Dec 16 After witnessing a bumper growth in 2024 across residential, office and industrial domains, 2025 is likely to be a year of consolidation and continued innovation for the Indian real estate sector, a report showed on Monday.
While residential and office markets can potentially stabilise after consecutive peaks, industrial and warehousing demand can witness heightened traction, fuelled by rising manufacturing output and a thriving logistics industry, according to a Colliers India report.
In 2025, rapid urbanisation, key infrastructure project completion and industrial corridor development will create new growth opportunities, particularly in tier 2 and 3 cities.
In 2024, annual gross leasing across the top six cities reached 47 million square feet by the third quarter of the ongoing year, reflecting a 23 per cent year-on-year increase.
On the residential front, supported by stable interest rates, launches and sales across major cities of the country are likely to end on a strong note this year. Average housing prices across the top eight cities have already surged 11 per cent annually in 2024.
The first nine months of 2024 saw a 17 per cent annual growth in industrial and warehousing demand, registering 20.2 million square feet of leasing across the top five cities. Almost half of the leasing activity is expected to come from Delhi-NCR and Chennai.
Institutional inflows in Indian real estate continue to remain healthy in 2024, indicating sustained investor confidence. Of the $4.7 billion real estate investments during the first nine months of 2024, office and industrial and warehousing segment together accounted for over 70 per cent share.
Buoyed by domestic growth prospects and long-term returns, institutional investments are likely to be around $5-6 billion by the end of 2024.
“2025 could be another year, wherein multiple real estate classes ride high on investor and end-user optimism. Notably, alternative asset classes such as data centres, co-living and senior housing are likely to witness accelerated growth, reflecting a broader and steady shift in demographics and consumer preferences,” said Badal Yagnik, Chief Executive Officer, Colliers India.
A supportive regulatory environment and recent regulatory push such as SM-REITs (Small and Medium REITs) and refinement of state-specific RERA (Real Estate Regulation and Development Authority Act) regulations have enhanced transparency and institutionalisation in the real estate sector.
Policy frameworks have also driven a sense of fair pricing across real estate segments, attracting both developers and investors.
“Leasing activity from both domestic occupiers, as well as Global Capability Centres (GCCs) is likely to end on a strong note in 2024. Residential activity is expected to match 2023 levels, with strong sales across affordable, middle-income and luxury segments,” said the report.
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17Th Global Film Festival Noida 2024 Poster Launched By Austrian Delegation
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Noida: The 17th edition of the Global film Festival Noida 2024, one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, received a global start as the festival's official poster was launched by a distinguished delegation from Austria at Marwah Studios in Noida Film City.
The Global Film Festival has grown to become the largest film festival in this part of the world, with participation from over 100 countries, either directly or through collaborations. This year's event is organized by the International Film and Television Club in association with ICMEI (International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry) and AAFT (Asian Academy of Film and Television).
The three-day festival promises an exciting lineup of 52 events, including film screenings, workshops, seminars, exhibitions, musical and fashion shows, entertainment programs, book and poster releases, food-tasting events, a formal inauguration, and an award ceremony.
The Austrian delegation, comprising notable members such as Kerstin Peckl, Ravi Shankar Nandi, Colin Bellinger, Markus Bellinger, Mario Haidlmair, Andrea Hochmuth, Markus Ostermann, Anton Rieder, Verena Rieder Hackl, Michael Tschackert, Christine Mukharji, and Anusha Kaul, lauded the visionary efforts of Dr. Sandeep Marwah in elevating the festival to such an esteemed level on the global stage.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, the visionary behind the festival, expressed his gratitude to the Austrian team and presented them with honorary memberships in the Indo-Austria Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI.
This remarkable collaboration sets the tone for another successful edition of the Global Film Festival, showcasing the power of art and cinema in uniting cultures worldwide.
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Longtime law enforcement officer retiring
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PAULDING — Paulding County Sheriff Jason K. Landers held his department’s annual awards banquet last week with two promotions and one significant retirement.
Deputy Robert C. Miller will be retiring his commission as a special deputy with the office the end of this year. He began his law enforcement career in 1964 when he started with the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy. R.C. Miller became a trooper after his graduation in the 66th class of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. He retired in 1997 after 33 years with the Patrol then commissioned as a deputy sheriff that same year.
His retirement is the culmination of an honorable 60-year career in this profession. Deputy Miller was recognized and honored at the banquet by Sheriff Jason K. Landers, Director of Public Safety Andy Wilson, Senator Rob McColley, House Representative Roy Klopfenstein and Lt. Joe Sisco with the Van Wert Post of the State Highway Patrol.
“I am completing my 12th year as the elected Sheriff,” Landers said. “I take pride in the annual banquet as I try to recognize team members for the good work they do throughout the year. I think each banquet has gotten better, but this was the best one yet. I continue to be so proud of my staff and this year we recognized one of the most honorable men to serve Paulding County with the retirement of Bob Miller. He is a true gem and I wish him the best in his retirement.”
Sheriff Landers also announced the promotion of Deputy Sheriff Sergeant Caleb Miller to the rank of chief deputy, and Deputy Sheriff Rylee Carlisle to the rank of road patrol sergeant. Chief Deputy Miller started his career with the Sheriff’s Office in 2013. Sergeant Carlisle began his employment with the Sheriff’s Office in 2018.
Annual awards are given in five categories. The 2024 award winners announced Monday were:
- Employee of the Year – Nick Cunningham
- Communications Officer of the Year – Jay Klopfenstein
- Corrections Officer of the Year – April Fuit
- Reserve Deputy Sheriff of the Year – Daniel Workman
- Road Patrol Deputy Sheriff of the Year – Mark Figert
Ohio Department of Public Safety Director Andy Wilson was the keynote speaker at the banquet. Director Wilson spoke about a few topics including officer wellness. Sheriff Landers used Director Wilson’s contagious energy as a segue into the announcement of a 2025 wellness program spearheaded by Deputy Sheriff Cierra Moran and Sergeant Justis Harvey.
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Self-Propelled Robotic Cubes
Small cubes with no exterior moving parts can propel themselves forward, jump on top of each other, and snap together to form arbitrary shapes.
Known as M-Blocks, the robots are cubes with no external moving parts. Nonetheless, they’re able to climb over and around one another, leap through the air, roll across the ground, and even move while suspended upside down from metallic surfaces.
Inside each M-Block is a flywheel that can reach speeds of 20,000 revolutions per minute; when the flywheel is braked, it imparts its angular momentum to the cube. On each edge of an M-Block, and on every face, are cleverly arranged permanent magnets that allow any two cubes to attach to each other.
“It’s one of these things that the [modular-robotics] community has been trying to do for a long time,” says Rus, a professor of electrical engineering and computer science and director of CSAIL. “We just needed a creative insight and somebody who was passionate enough to keep coming at it — despite being discouraged.”
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Embodied abstraction
As Rus explains, researchers studying reconfigurable robots have long used an abstraction called the sliding-cube model. In this model, if two cubes are face to face, one of them can slide up the side of the other and, without changing orientation, slide across its top.
The sliding-cube model simplifies the development of self-assembly algorithms, but the robots that implement them tend to be much more complex devices. Rus’ group, for instance, previously developed a modular robot called the Molecule, which consisted of two cubes connected by an angled bar and had 18 separate motors. “We were quite proud of it at the time,” Rus says.
According to Gilpin, existing modular-robot systems are also “statically stable,” meaning that “you can pause the motion at any point, and they’ll stay where they are.” What enabled the MIT researchers to drastically simplify their robots’ design was giving up on the principle of static stability.
“There’s a point in time when the cube is essentially flying through the air,” Gilpin says. “And you are depending on the magnets to bring it into alignment when it lands. That’s something that’s totally unique to this system.”
That’s also what made Rus skeptical about Romanishin’s initial proposal. “I asked him build a prototype,” Rus says. “Then I said, ‘OK, maybe I was wrong.’”
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Sticking the landing
To compensate for its static instability, the researchers’ robot relies on some ingenious engineering. On each edge of a cube are two cylindrical magnets, mounted like rolling pins. When two cubes approach each other, the magnets naturally rotate, so that north poles align with south, and vice versa. Any face of any cube can thus attach to any face of any other.
The cubes’ edges are also beveled, so when two cubes are face to face, there’s a slight gap between their magnets. When one cube begins to flip on top of another, the bevels, and thus the magnets, touch. The connection between the cubes becomes much stronger, anchoring the pivot. On each face of a cube are four more pairs of smaller magnets, arranged symmetrically, which help snap a moving cube into place when it lands on top of another.
As with any modular-robot system, the hope is that the modules can be miniaturized: the ultimate aim of most such research is hordes of swarming microbots that can self-assemble, like the “liquid steel” androids in the movie “Terminator II.” And the simplicity of the cubes’ design makes miniaturization promising.
But the researchers believe that a more refined version of their system could prove useful even at something like its current scale. Armies of mobile cubes could temporarily repair bridges or buildings during emergencies, or raise and reconfigure scaffolding for building projects. They could assemble into different types of furniture or heavy equipment as needed. And they could swarm into environments hostile or inaccessible to humans, diagnose problems, and reorganize themselves to provide solutions.
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Strength in diversity
The researchers also imagine that among the mobile cubes could be special-purpose cubes, containing cameras, or lights, or battery packs, or other equipment, which the mobile cubes could transport. “In the vast majority of other modular systems, an individual module cannot move on its own,” Gilpin says. “If you drop one of these along the way, or something goes wrong, it can rejoin the group, no problem.”
“It’s one of those things that you kick yourself for not thinking of,” Cornell’s Lipson says. “It’s a low-tech solution to a problem that people have been trying to solve with extraordinarily high-tech approaches.”
“What they did that was very interesting is they showed several modes of locomotion,” Lipson adds. “Not just one cube flipping around, but multiple cubes working together, multiple cubes moving other cubes — a lot of other modes of motion that really open the door to many, many applications, much beyond what people usually consider when they talk about self-assembly. They rarely think about parts dragging other parts — this kind of cooperative group behavior.”
In ongoing work, the MIT researchers are building an army of 100 cubes, each of which can move in any direction, and designing algorithms to guide them. “We want hundreds of cubes, scattered randomly across the floor, to be able to identify each other, coalesce, and autonomously transform into a chair, or a ladder, or a desk, on demand,” Romanishin says.
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Narayana Murthy defends 70-hour workweek concept again, calls on youth to work hard
By IANS | Published: December 16, 2024 11:22 AM2024-12-16T11:22:15+5:302024-12-16T11:25:14+5:30
New Delhi, Dec 16 Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has reiterated the call to work 70-hour a week, urging ...
New Delhi, Dec 16 Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has reiterated the call to work 70-hour a week, urging young people in India to work hard for the country’s growth.
Murthy first suggested the idea of a 70-hour work week in 2023 to boost the country’s growth. While he invited widespread criticism from people and doctors, the concept was hailed by many including Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal.
Murthy, during his recent visit to Kolkata, said that the younger generation needs to realise that they have to “work hard and work towards making India number one.” He emphasised the need for Indians to strive for excellence.
"At Infosys, I said we will go to the best and compare ourselves with the best global companies. Once we compare ourselves with the best global companies, I can tell you we Indians have a lot to do" Murthy said, speaking at the Indian Chamber of Commerce's centenary launch alongside RPSG Group Chairman Sanjiv Goenka.
“We have to set our aspirations high because 800 million Indians get free ration. That means 800 million Indians are in poverty. If we are not in a position to work hard, then who will work hard?” he added.
Murthy said that he “realised the only way a country can fight poverty is by creating jobs that lead to disposable incomes. The government has absolutely no role in entrepreneurship”.
He stressed that entrepreneurs play a crucial role in building nations by creating wealth and generating employment.
"Entrepreneurs build a nation as they create jobs, they create wealth for their investors and they pay taxes. Therefore, if a country embraces capitalism, it will create good roads, good trains, and good infrastructure," he said.
His comments come amid concerns of workplace stress faced by young Indians, resulting in the loss of lives of many. Health experts have also warned of severe consequences of working long hours that may not only be detrimental to the physical and mental health of the employees but may also have serious effects on their personal and social relationships.
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The rough treatment of a pro-climate scientist in Denmark by law enforcement during a recent protest is sparking outrage online.
In October, Scientist Rebellion Denmark, a group of scientists and academics dedicated to climate action, staged a protest in Copenhagen.
The government was discussing an impending agreement on a carbon tax. However, Scientist Rebellion Denmark felt the agreement encouraged farmers to continue commercial ties with major agro-industrial corporations rather than independent agro-ecological production.
During the protest, a photo was captured showing a police officer using force and appearing to drag a protester by their arm.
"Today, the police applied pain grips to several of us scientists, and charged us all with 'disturbing the peace', even though there were almost no cars in the road, and those few that were there all were fine with turning around," Scientist Rebellion Denmark wrote in a post on X.
Making its way onto Reddit, the photo sparked outrage and shock among internet users.
"The police man chose the evil side," one user wrote.
"This is what the cops are for, protecting capitalism," wrote another Redditor. "Always has been, always will be."
Denmark did pass its new climate policy in November, which taxes emissions from agriculture sources, pays farmers to reduce their nitrogen pollution, and aims to restore nature, according to the World Resources Institute. Agricultural pollution contributes to a quarter of Denmark's emissions, and the policy aims to reduce that by 70% by 2030. The tax on emissions from agriculture is the first of its kind in the world.
However, Scientist Rebellion Denmark didn't feel that the policy went far enough, spurring the decision to protest before its passage. In a post on X, they wrote that the carbon tax "is so small it honestly feels like a joke. And anyways, it will be 11 years before it is even fully implemented. That's time we don't have."
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Cardi B and her estranged husband, Offset, were spotted together in Miami over the weekend as they celebrated Offset’s 33rd birthday.
The pair, who share three children, appeared to enjoy the night despite their ongoing divorce proceedings.
The “WAP” rapper was seen dancing inside a packed nightclub on Saturday night, drawing attention with her sheer printed bodysuit that highlighted her tattoos. Offset, dressed casually in a white muscle T-shirt and sunglasses, watched from an upper level as Cardi twerked to the music, holding onto a railing.
At one point, Offset threw wads of cash toward Cardi, but she was seen brushing the money away. Despite the momentary tension, Cardi was later spotted smiling and laughing, enjoying the celebration.
The reunion comes shortly after leaked text messages between the two surfaced online. In the messages, Offset complimented Cardi, asking her to “come over,” to which she firmly responded, “You never getting this again.” Cardi later clarified on social media that the texts were old and leaked due to a hack, emphasizing that she has no intention of reconciling romantically.
However, the Grammy-winning artist revealed that their recent interactions have been amicable. “We’ve been peaceful for a week,” Cardi shared in a recent post. “I don’t bother you, you don’t bother me. So, we’ve been on good terms.”
Also Read: Cardi B Reveals $3M Monthly Spending And Declined $65M Tour Offer
The couple, who secretly married in 2017, have had a tumultuous relationship. They share three children: Kulture, 6, Wave, 3, and a newborn daughter born in September. Despite their ups and downs, the Miami celebration highlighted their ability to coexist and celebrate milestones together.
Reps for both Cardi B and Offset have not yet commented on the night’s events.
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AAFT Showcases Culinary Delights From Ghana At The 17Th Global Film Festival Noida
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Noida, India – The 17th Global film Festival Noida (GFFN) featured a vibrant Food Festival celebrating the rich culinary heritage of Ghana. Organized by the International Chamber of media and Entertainment industry (ICMEI) in association with the AAFT School of Hospitality and tourism and the International Film and Television Club (IFTC), the event took place at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida.
Cuisines from Ghana were prominently displayed, offering attendees a unique opportunity to experience the country's diverse flavors. The Food Festival, a highlight of the Global Film Festival, aimed to strengthen cultural ties and foster international collaboration through culinary arts.
The festival was inaugurated by Conrad Nanakajo Asidu, First Secretary at the High Commission of Ghana. During his address, Asidu remarked,“Ghana's cuisine is a reflection of its rich cultural heritage, and events like these provide a platform to share our traditions with the world. I am delighted to see such an enthusiastic response to our culinary offerings.”
Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and the driving force behind the Global Film Festival, emphasized the importance of the Food Festival in fostering cultural exchange. He stated,“Food festivals are an integral part of the Global Film Festival. They bring together the essence of different cultures, creating a platform for dialogue and appreciation. The Indo-Ghana Film and Cultural Forum has been instrumental in strengthening the bond between our two nations.”
The Ghanaian Food Festival not only delighted the taste buds of attendees but also highlighted the strong cultural ties between India and Ghana. This event marked yet another step in the festival's mission to celebrate global unity through art, culture, and cuisine.
As the aroma of Ghanaian delicacies filled the air, the festival proved to be a feast not just for the palate but also for the spirit of cultural understanding and friendship.
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US FAA announces USD20.5m award under Airport Infrastructure Grants programme
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Bollenbacher wins individual title
COLDWATER — Van Wert placed fifth our of 20 teams at the Coldwater Cavalier Invitational on Saturday.
The Cougars had one individual champion, Breese Bollenbacher (285), who pinned Osman Shirinov of Bethel in 1:12 in the title round. Bollenbacher went 6-0 on the day, with five of the victories coming via pin. Other placers for the Cougars were were Owen Bates (second, 106), Briggs Wallace (second, 144), Renson Spear (fifth, 132), and Mikey Hoehn (sixth 126).
Wapakoneta was crowned as the team champion with 333 points, while Benjamin Logan was the runner-up (298.5 points). Woodmore (229) and Troy (219.5) were third and fourth, and Van Wert finished fifth with 210 team points. Full results can be found here.
Van Wert will return to action Thursday with a big home WBL match against Celina.
Ricker wins at host invite
Lincolnview’s Cody Ricker won the individual title in the 157 pound weight class at the Lincolnview Invitational on Saturday.
Ricker claimed the championship with a 15-0 technical fall over Antwerp’s Skyler Octavanio. Ricker posted a 5-0 record on the day, including four pins. Teammate Aiden Muter finished second in the 150 pound weight class and Adan Qintero finished sixth at 285.
Placers for Crestview included Grant Grubb (third, 106), Luke Sawmiller (third, 150), Kate Sawmiller (fourth, 113), Robert Tyas (fourth, 126), and Ayden Martin (fourth, 165). Van Wert wrestlers who competed and placed were Jillian Sempkowski (third, 113), and Carter Bledsoe (fourth, 138).
Columbus Grove won the team title (207.5 points) and Tinora finished as the runner-up (193.5). Crestview finished ninth (119.5), Lincolnview 12th (82.5) and Van Wert 14th (68.5). Full results can be found here.
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Air Force Day Dress Rehearsal
Check out the full dress rehearsal for the Air Force Day Parade, in New Delhi.
Check out the full dress rehearsal for the Air Force Day Parade, in New Delhi.
Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel march during parade rehearsals ahead of Air Force Day at Hindon, on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013. Photo: AP
The IAF was established on Oct. 8, 1932 as an auxiliary air force of the British Empire and has a strength of over 120,000 personnel, meant to defend Indian airspace and are also deployed for United Nations missions.
Indian Air Force (IAF) Sarang helicopters perform a display during parade rehearsals ahead of Air Force Day at Hindon, on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013.
Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter jets perform a display during parade rehearsals ahead of Air Force Day at Hindon, on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013.
Indian Air Force "Sarang" helicopters perform during the full-dress rehearsal for Indian Air Force Day at the Hindon air force station on the outskirts of New Delhi October 6, 2013. The Indian Air Force will celebrate its 81st anniversary on October 8. Photo: Reuters
Paratroopers from the Indian Air Force perform during the full-dress rehearsal for Indian Air Force Day at the Hindon air force station on the outskirts of New Delhi October 6, 2013. The Indian Air Force will celebrate its 81st anniversary on October 8. Photo: Reuters
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The Biden administration announced Wednesday it would significantly limit oil drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, offering the minimum legally required 400,000 acres for potential development.
This move helps preserve a spectacular wilderness that serves as a crucial habitat for threatened wildlife, from polar bears to caribou. These new protections for one of America's most pristine natural treasures will safeguard numerous species, according to CNN.
This decision is a victory for both environmental protection and perhaps even America's clean energy future. The Arctic Refuge had been protected from drilling for decades until recent changes under the first term of the Trump administration required two lease sales before 2024.
The first sale in 2021 generated little interest from oil companies and was ultimately canceled, suggesting some energy companies may already be looking toward renewable alternatives (though a number of dirty energy giants have walked back on their climate promises and have come under fire for misleading the public about their impact on the environment).
However, if a push to renewables is indeed in the cards, it would be a boon for wildlife habitats and the natural systems that help regulate our planet's temperature. Warming global temperatures are linked to a range of concerning problems, including food insecurity and more intense extreme weather.
The Biden administration's approach also sends a clear signal that the country's future lies in cleaner, lower-cost energy rather than expanded dirty fuel development.
Some local stakeholders, including Alaska Native groups, have expressed concerns about the potential economic impacts of the ruling in the region, however. North Slope Borough Mayor Josiah Patkotak noted the region's reliance on drilling revenue, highlighting the importance of supporting communities during the transition to less polluting energy sources.
Unsurprisingly, people whose priorities lie in protecting the environment felt differently.
"Today's action by the Biden administration better protects the Arctic Refuge, and for that, we are grateful," said Kristen Miller, executive director of Alaska Wilderness League, per CNN. "The fight to save the Arctic Refuge is back, and we are ready for the next four years."
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Canadian rap superstar Drake surprised fans by gifting $10,000 to a female fan who won a look-alike competition held in his hometown of Toronto.
The event, organized by Casuals Cakery, invited participants to mimic the “God’s Plan” hitmaker’s iconic looks.
In a post shared on Instagram, Casuals Cakery revealed a direct message from Drake, where the rapper pledged “10 bands” (equivalent to $10,000) as the grand prize for the competition.
“Yes, this is true and real. I hope the Drake doppelgängers are ready — LETSSSSSSSS GOOOOOOO,” the bakery captioned their post.
The event drew several creative participants, but it was Makayla Chambers who walked away with the top prize. Dressed as “Girl Drake,” she nailed the look by donning an oversized beige sweater, black pants, a fake goatee, and pigtails reminiscent of a hairstyle Drake sported earlier this year.
Also Read: Drake Debuts New Haircut After Pigtail Backlash
Other contestants showcased different versions of the five-time Grammy winner, with looks dubbed “Ozempic Drake,” “Denim Drake,” and “Durag Drake,” as highlighted in an Instagram Reel shared by influencer Anthony Po.
Drake, 38, celebrated the event by reposting clips to his Instagram Story, adding the caption, “I love this city,” along with laughing emojis.
Celebrity look-alike contests have been making waves recently.
In October, a Timothée Chalamet-themed event in New York City saw the “Little Women” actor make a surprise appearance before police dispersed the gathering. Similarly, actor Glen Powell hosted a competition in Austin, Texas, offering the winner a cameo in his next movie.
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Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Finance held a press conference yesterday to announce Qatar's general budget for the year 2025 which was approved under Law No. 20 of 2024 issued by Amir H H sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
During the press conference, Minister of Finance H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari delivered a presentation on the state's general budget for 2025, detailing revenues, expenditures, important economic indicators and allocations for main sectors. The Minister of Finance noted the total expected revenues for the budget for fiscal year 2025 amount to QR197bn, of which QR154bn are oil and gas revenues, and QR43bn are non-oil revenues. He attributed the expected deficit for 2025 of QR13.2bn to the state's continued conservative approach in estimating oil and gas revenues, and adopting an average oil price of $60 per barrel, with the aim of enhancing financial flexibility and ensuring spending stability.
Highlighting the sectors that would benefit the most from the budget and how those allocations are being distributed, Al Kuwari said,“In education sector we have allocated QR19.4bn, health (QR22bn) municipality and environment (QR21.9bn), commercial affairs (QR3.9bn), research and development (QR1.1bn), social services (QR2.7bn), telecommunications (QR3bn), transportation (QR3.9bn), sports (QR6.6bn) and tourism and culture (QR3.6bn)."
Revealing the key sector allocations for 2025 budget and main projects that will be launched in the respective sectors, the Minister of Finance noted that the budget expenditures amount to QR210.2bn, of which the education sector receives allocations amounting to QR19.4bn.
He said,“There are many projects and initiatives that are linked to the NDS3 but the most important is the establishment of 11 schools, including four schools for people with special needs and renovation of seven existing schools. Also, the construction of new building for the College of Dentistry and the College of Nursing, and maintaining and developing some buildings to support an advanced educational environment."
The Minister said QR22bn is allocated to the health sector. One of the main projects is to complete the construction of new hospitals and develop existing facilities for Hamad Medical Corporation and the Primary Health Care Corporation. This reflects the state's ongoing commitment to human capital development and improving public service quality. Regarding allocation to municipality and environment sector, he said there will be many projects including those related to protecting wildlife, development and rehabilitation of the Al Maha Wildlife Reserve in Al Sheehaniya; rehabilitation, operation and maintenance of the central veterinary laboratories building and expansion of the Aquatic Research Center.
Regarding commercial affairs, Minister Al Kuwari said,“We will allocate QR3.9bn. We believe that this is one of the main sectors that will develop and help the diversification of the country. We will focus on the national industries and manufacturing and we will encourage those industries. We will work on infrastructure in the industrial area and develop infrastructure in the logistical area of Wukair. In transportation, we will work on the maintenance of the Doha International Airport and also development of Qatar Aviation College, improving the infrastructure and educational facilities of the college.”
In sports sector, the funds will be used to upgrade and develop Aspire Zone facilities, as well as the facilities of the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club, the Qatar Equestrian Federation, and the Al Uqda Equestrian Complex (Phase 4). Additional projects include the development of covered sports halls and facilities under the Ministry of Sports and Youth.
About the government contracting plan for 2025, the Finance Minister highlighted the most important sectors, as the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) is scheduled to issue tenders in 2025 worth QR56.2bn, while the health sector tenders will be worth QR7.5bn, and the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) tenders are estimated at QR7bn.
“We call all those who are interested to take part and we also call on the ministries and all those that are receiving allocations from the government to present their projects for the spending for the next five years, he said.
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VC to initiate arbitration proceedings against Deutsche Lufthansa AG
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Civil Services And Government Development Bureau Holds Workshop On Generative Artifical Intelligence
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DOHA: Civil Services and government Development Bureau's Institute of Public Administration, in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, represented by Qatar Digital Academy, organised a workshop titled, Generative Artifical Intelligence: Work and the Future of Jobs.
The workshop was held remotely using Teams platform, with the participation from employees of the public sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. It focused on providing a comprehensive overview of generative artifical intelligence concepts and its importance in reshaping the labor market, as well as the new roles and jobs that will emerge as a result of this technology.
The workshop also covered various topics, including the definition of artificial intelligence and its fundamentals, and applications of deep learning such as natural language processing and computer vision, in addition to discussing strategies for utilizing artificial intelligence.
The workshop highlighted the potential of generative artificial intelligence in enhancing various sectors such as healthcare, education, and industry, while also addressing the importance of ethical frameworks and ensuring transparency when using these technologies.
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Weekend prep basketball recap
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Van Wert 57 Kalida 44 (boys)
Balanced scoring and a stingy defense helped Van Wert defeat Kalida 57-44 in boys non-conference basketball action at the Cougar’s Den on Saturday. It was the fourth straight game the Cougars allowed 47 points or less.
Kalida (3-3) led 15-14 after one quarter, with Xavier Kelly and Keaten Welch accounting for 10 of Van Wert’s points. The Cougars clamped down defensively in the second quarter, allowing just six points, and the hosts took a 26-20 lead into halftime. Zach Crummey, who picked up his second foul with 1:16 left in the first quarter, did not see action again until the start of the third quarter, but made his presence felt. The 6-5 freshman put in nine points and Griff McCracken whistled in a pair of triples, and Van Wert extended its lead to 10, 43-33, after three quarters.
Kelly and McCracken each finished with 14 points, Crummey added 13 points and Welch finished with 12 points. Kalida did not have a double digit scorer, but Jackson Schroeder and Owen Grime each finished with eight points.
Van Wert (2-4) will host Celina on Friday and Lima Central Catholic on Saturday.
Crestview 31 Wayne Trace 30 (boys)
HAVILAND — Saturday’s non-conference rivalry game between Crestview and Wayne Trace turned out to be a defensive struggle. In the end, Crestview held off the Raiders for a 31-30 win.
The Knights led 5-0 to start the first quarter, then ended the period with a 7-4 lead. Both teams struggled offensively in the second quarter and the Knights led 11-10 at halftime. The pace picked up a bit in the third quarter, as Braxton Leeth hit a pair of treys and a bucket and Hayden Perrott added a field goal and three point bucket, giving Crestview a 24-18 lead entering the final period. Tommy Heffner added a basket and three pointer in the fourth quarter. Wayne Trace missed four of eight foul shots in the fourth quarter.
Leeth led all scorers with 11 points while Heffner added nine. Crestview finished the game 13-of-39 shooting and 0-of-1 from the foul line with 23 rebounds and eight turnovers. Tanner Laukhuf led Wayne Trace with 10 points and Lance Maenle added seven for the Raiders, who were 10-of-33 from the floor and 9-of-14 from the free throw line with 16 rebounds and 14 turnovers.
Crestview 42 Wayne Trace 26 (girls)
CONVOY — The Crestview Lady Knights were victorious over Wayne Trace, 42-26, on Saturday afternoon at Ray Etzler Gymnasium.
Kaci Gregory led Crestview with 16 points and Ellie Kline added 13 in the win. Crestview’s junior varsity team also posted a win, 21-10 in two quarters.
Both teams will return to action tonight on the road. The Knights (5-1, 2-0 NWC) will to Fort Jennings and the Raiders (4-2) will play at Lincolnview.
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The Incat shipyard, located in Australia has recently finished building what they call the world's fastest ship. Named Francisco, two GE gas turbines rest on top of Boeing 747 engines, which power a set of water jets.
Capable of traveling 67 miles per hour, it is classified as a passenger and vehicle ferry, able to carry up to 150 cars and 1,000 human passengers. There is also a duty-free store onboard the ship.
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A wetland along Australia's second-largest river is drying up, creating problems for the people, animals, and plants that rely on it for survival. Researchers predict beneficial flood events will drop by 85% by 2075 unless action is taken.
What's happening?
As The Conversation reported, man-made dams are disrupting the water that flows in the Murrumbidgee River.
New research using computer modeling to study past, present, and future river flows revealed how human activity has changed the river over time. The researchers found that dams and reservoirs have reduced the flow by half over the past 30 years.
The primary reasons for the decline in water are over-extraction and river regulation. In the Murrumbidgee, 26 large dams and reservoirs divert water for irrigation.
Why are river water levels important?
Healthy rivers produce life-giving floods on wetlands that support plant growth and animal habitats. In the Lowbidgee Floodplain, red gum and black box forests, lignum shrublands, glossy ibis, straw-necked ibis, royal spoonbills, and Australian pelicans rely upon the floods for survival, per The Conversation.
Rivers also have cultural significance, as Indigenous people depend upon them for their livelihoods and spiritual connections to the land. The Nari Nari people have a strong connection to the Lowbidgee Floodplain, but low water levels limit how they can use it.
What's being done about dwindling river flows?
Fortunately, scientists are studying what can be done about our world's rivers before it's too late to save them.
For example, research has illuminated why Alaskan rivers are rusting and how satellite technology can help predict river changes.
The recent research on the Murrumbidgee studied data back to 1890. The Conversation wrote that "now is the time to act" to protect Australia's rivers by returning water to its natural flow.
The publication also wrote that the Murrumbidgee is a cautionary example of what can happen to other worldwide river systems as populations grow and water demand increases.
"This is especially concerning for many arid and semi-arid regions, where climate change is increasing temperatures while reducing rainfall," The Conversation wrote.
As an individual, you can help protect rivers by making your home more energy efficient (which reduces pollution associated with warming temperatures), supporting conservation projects, and participating in community restoration efforts where you live. Engaging with organizations that oppose restrictive dams and new dam building is another practical way to promote natural habitats and biodiversity, which supports our food systems, economic prosperity, and more.
Every small action can play a big part in protecting our rivers for future generations to use and enjoy.
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Substance abuse poses a significant challenge to communities worldwide, affecting individuals and families on multiple levels. The church, as a central pillar in many communities, is uniquely positioned to help address this issue. By offering spiritual guidance, practical support, and fostering unity, churches can play a vital role in helping individuals overcome substance abuse and fostering healthier communities. Below we provide ways on how can church assist the community to address substance abuse.
- Providing Spiritual Guidance
Churches can offer hope and encouragement to individuals struggling with substance abuse by emphasizing spiritual teachings that inspire change and resilience. Counseling sessions, prayer meetings, and scripture-based support can help people find strength to confront addiction. Many churches also organize support groups, such as faith-based recovery programs, which blend spiritual guidance with practical strategies for recovery. - Hosting Awareness Campaigns
Churches can educate the community about the dangers of substance abuse through workshops, seminars, and events. These gatherings can invite medical professionals, counselors, and former addicts to share insights and experiences, creating awareness about the causes and consequences of addiction. Informed communities are better equipped to support those at risk. - Creating Support Networks
A church can serve as a safe space where people affected by substance abuse feel understood and supported. Churches often host groups for individuals and families impacted by addiction, offering emotional and spiritual support. These networks provide a sense of belonging, reducing feelings of isolation that often accompany substance abuse. - Facilitating Access to Resources
Churches can collaborate with healthcare providers, rehabilitation centers, and social workers to connect individuals with the help they need. By acting as a bridge, churches can assist people in accessing counseling, detox programs, and long-term treatment plans. Offering transportation, financial aid, or sponsorship for treatment can also remove barriers to recovery. - Empowering Youth Through Education and Activities
Preventing substance abuse often begins with the younger generation. Churches can host youth programs that focus on life skills, self-esteem, and healthy coping mechanisms. By providing mentorship and organizing engaging activities like sports, arts, and educational clubs, churches can offer alternatives to negative influences. - Advocating for Policy Change
Churches can work collectively to advocate for policies and programs that address the root causes of substance abuse, such as unemployment and lack of access to mental health services. By engaging with local governments and organizations, churches can help create a supportive environment for long-term community well-being. - Offering Counseling Services
Many churches employ or partner with trained counselors to provide confidential therapy sessions for individuals battling addiction. Faith-based counseling can address the emotional and psychological aspects of substance abuse while reinforcing spiritual values. - Extending Outreach Efforts
Churches can engage in outreach programs, visiting at-risk areas or marginalized communities where substance abuse is prevalent. Through street ministries, food drives, and rehabilitation referrals, they can reach those who may not otherwise seek help.
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Venice Marco Polo Airport announces ground handlers strike on 15-Dec-2024
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For Haridas Vhatkar, tabla making won't be the same again, as he mourns the passing away of his most celebrated customer, Ustad Zakir Hussain.
"I first began making tablas for his father Alla Rakha, and made tablas for Zakir Hussain saab since 1998," an emotional Vhatkar, 59, told PTI.
Speaking from his workshop at Kanjurmarg in Mumbai, Vhatkar said he last met the 73-year-old tabla maestro in August this year in Mumbai.
"It was Guru Poornima and we met at a hall where lot of his admirers were also there. The next day, I went to his house in Simla House Cooperative Society on Nepean Sea Road neighbourhood and were engrossed in conversation for a couple of hours," Vhatkar said.
"He was very particular about what sort of tabla he wanted and when. He paid a lot of attention to the 'tuning' aspect of the musical instrument," said Vhatkar, a third generation tabla maker, hailing from Miraj in western Maharashtra.
"Innumerable," was Vhatkar's reply when asked how many tablas did he make for Zakir Hussain over the last two decades.
He said he also has many tablas which were left behind for him by the tabla maestro.
"Besides making new instruments, I was also his sort of repair department for maintaining the collection of the older ones, said Vhatkar. I made tablas for him and he made my life," the tabla maker added.
Asked if he and Zakir Hussain were in regular contact, Vhatkar said, "Not really. He called whenever needed, to ask about a new tabla or regarding repair of some old instruments."
"Our conversations were after a gap of months and not what you would categorise as regular calls," said Vhatkar, who entered tabla making following in the footsteps of his grandfather Kerappa Ramchandra Vhatkar and father Ramchandra Kerappa Vhatkar.
His sons Kishore and Manoj have also carried forward the family tradition of tabla making.
Haridas learnt the art of tabla making at an early age and developed a keen sense of innovation and perfection.
He came to Mumbai in 1994 and started working as a tabla maker for the famous Haribhau Vishwanath company in Mumbai.
Zakir Hussain, who is regarded as the greatest tabla player of his generation, died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday.
The Mumbai-born tabla maestro is survived by his wife Antonia Minnecola and daughters Anisa Qureshi and Isabella Qureshi.
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One of Indiana's first commitments this portal cycle has elected to reopen his recruitment just days after committing to the Hoosiers.
On Friday, UAB running back transfer Lee Beebe committed to Indiana. However on Sunday night, just two days later, Beebe has reopened his recruitment, per reports.
Other than wide receiver E.J. Williams announcing his withdrawal from the transfer portal, Beebe was the first addition this portal season for head coach Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers.
With running backs Justice Ellison and Ty Son Lawton out of eligibility at the end of the season, and Elijah Green looking for a new home elsewhere, the Hoosiers are once again in search of a running back to pair with Kaelon Black next season.
Indiana's 2024 transfer class now features just three newcomers, two of which are specialists.
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Vietravel announces new shareholders of Vietravel Airlines
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