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Biden-Harris Breaking the Ten Commandments: Part Eight - When Government Corrupts Its God-Given Sword
This is the eighth installment in The Western Journal’s series “Biden-Harris Breaking the Ten Commandments.” Click here to read the rest of the series.
Like many of the other commandments we have covered in this series, the eighth packs much more meaning that can be gleaned by isolating it .
“You shall not steal,” Exodus 20:15 said.
Within the biblical context, stealing is so much more than the simple act of taking an object that doesn’t belong to you.
The eighth commandment (like all the others) speaks to deeper truths about morality.
For example it — the very Word of God — assumes private ownership of property. After all, if that property didn’t belong to someone else, how could you steal it?
From that assumption flowed the vast economic human flourishing
Theologian Wayne Grudem agrees that the foundational importance of the Eighth Commandment on modern society should not be understated.
He also made a point to note that governments “violate” this commandment “at their peril.”
“[T]his commandment provides the necessary foundation for all human flourishing on the face of the earth. Governments and cultural traditions violate the Eighth Commandment at their peril, for wherever this commandment is ignored, entire nations remain trapped in poverty forever. When that happens, they tragically fail to achieve many of God’s purposes for them on the earth,” Grudem wrote in The Gospel Coalition.
Unfortunately, the Biden-Harris administration has indeed violated — and facilitated the violation of — the Eighth Commandment, and just as Grudem predicted, peril has followed.
The current administration’s failure regarding the Eighth Commandment is two-fold.
On the one hand, the president’s administration has refused to take definitive action against evildoers committing this crime, as is its God-appointed duty. Doing so inevitably encourages and incentivizes more theft.
On the other hand, the Biden-Harris regime also disregards property rights with its punitive taxation and inflationary spending.
Biden and Harris are devaluing and pilfering the very property of those who they are ordered by God to protect.
Refusing to Bear the Sword
In part one of this series, we discussed how the Biden-Harris administration had fashioned itself into a false god, violating the First Commandment.
This administration did so, in part, by attempting to replace God’s morality with its own.
But the second way it did so was by abandoning its God-given assignment to punish wrongdoers (see Romans 13:4).
Many thieves, robbers, looters and other purveyors of violent crime have been free to do so over the past few years thanks in large part to the Biden-Harris administration’s empowering of George Soros-funded district attorneys across the country.
These prosecutors, which one 2020 Heritage Foundation report referred to as part of the “rogue prosecutor movement,” have helped push soft-on-crime policies in cities all over the U.S.
“[Soros-funded prosecutors] brazenly usurp the constitutional role of the legislative branch by refusing to prosecute entire categories of crime, abuse the role of the county prosecutor, fail to protect victims of crime, and ignore the rising crime rates that flow from their radical policies,” the authors of the report wrote.
A slightly more recent report from the Heritage Foundation revealed exactly how Biden and Harris have helped fund that soft-on-crime approach.
“[Biden] is partnering with and empowering many of those who view our criminal justice system as being systematically racist and who have been working to undermine it by supporting rogue prosecutors around the country — including in places like Chicago and St. Louis where violent crime casualties rival those you would expect to see in a war zone,” the report noted.
When Taxation and Inflation Go Too Far
In “Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book II,” reformer John Calvin made clear that “theft” as described in scripture covers so much more than the mere pilfering of personal items.
“God sees the intricate deceptions with which a crafty man sets out to snare one of simpler mind, until he at last draws him into his nets. He sees the hard and inhumane laws with which the more powerful oppress and crush the weaker person … And such injustice occurs not only in matters of money or in merchandise or land, but in the right of each one; for we defraud our neighbors of their property if we repudiate the duties by which we are obligated to them …”
Undoubtedly, two such ways “crafty” men use “laws” to steal from the “weaker person” are through taxation and inflationary spending.
Inflationary spending, as economist Milton Friedman liked to put it, is “taxation without legislation.” It is a means for the government to fill its own coffers while devaluing your own property.
The government simply prints its own money, so it has more to spend, but this increase in the money supply devalues everyone else’s.
The other way men take advantage of the law to steal from others is through taxation.
Pastor Doug Wilson made this case quite succinctly in a 2014 blog post.
“The baseline, the starting point, is that property belongs to the individual. He is the one that Thou shalt not steal applies to. He is the one with the house, the vineyard, the lawn mower, the wallet, the smart phone, and so on. Whenever the Bible talks about property, it always talks about it two categories,” Wilson wrote.
“The first is God’s absolute ownership of all things (Dt. 10:14), and the second is the relative ownership that you and your neighbor enjoy (Dt. 8:18). When we talk about the state possessing things, this possession is derivative. The state extracts value from the taxpayer, the appointed steward of God’s wealth, and this extraction can also be divided into two categories. This value can be extracted lawfully, or the state can play the role of the thief. So how are we to tell the difference?”
Wilson argued that the level of government taxation cannot rival God’s 10 percent tithe, it cannot fund any functions outside of what God has ordained for the government and those taxes must be “lawful and in accordance with the established constitution of the people.”
Now, can this Christian writer tell you exactly where the line is between sinful and just taxation? No, not with complete certainty (though Wilson’s three points of criteria seem a good place to start).
But what he can say is that our current tax system is vastly overly punitive to a sinful degree and is helping fund all sorts of functions not ordained by God.
It’s wrong that your taxes are funding counterproductive welfare programs that keep minorities poor and incentivize poor, single mothers to stay single (see part five of this series).
It’s also wrong that your tax dollars are funding the killing of babies in the womb (see part six).
There are many other great examples of tax financing dubious schemes.
A favorite of this writer comes from a story told by the great conservative economist Thomas Sowell. Sowell — for most of his career a free-market advocate — was actually once a Marxist … until he worked at the U.S. Labor Department.
While there, Sowell discovered that minimum wage laws were hurting the very people they were supposed to help.
Upon bringing this information to his superiors in the government, he was met with indifference.
“It forced me to realize that government agencies have their own self-interest to look after, regardless of those for whom a program has been set up,” Sowell wrote, per Reason.
“Administration of the minimum wage law was a major part of the Labor Department’s budget and employed a significant fraction of all the people who worked there. Whether or not minimum wages benefited workers may have been my overriding question, but it was clearly not theirs.”
Essentially, Sowell discovered that many government jobs are predicated on policies remaining in place, even if those policies don’t work.
This keeps the tax dollars flowing their way, employing various departments full of bureaucrats — even if none of them are doing anything to help the taxpayer.
That whole system is wrong, and the extent to which this is happening likely goes much further than just the Labor Department.
The degree to which tax dollars are propping up such departments and funding counterproductive jobs is flat-out theft.
The government wasn’t ordained to reorganize society. It was ordained to punish evil.
Hopefully someday soon it can return to fulfilling that purpose.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Jeremy Amigo Joins as Head of Publisher Partnerships;
Nicholas Frankl Joins as Director of Demand Partnerships;
Loubna Kadiri Hassani Joins as Senior Director of Demand Partnerships;
Angelina Marmorato Promoted to AVP, Sales and Partnerships, North America
NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lemma , a leading omnichannel platform for emerging media, today announced the expansion of its New York-based U.S. team. This includes welcoming Jeremy Amigo as Head of Publisher Partnerships, Nick Frankl as Director of Demand Partnerships, and Loubna Kadiri Hassani as Senior Director of Demand Partnerships. At the same time, Angelina Marmorato steps into her new role as AVP of Sales and Partnerships. This strategic expansion underscores Lemma's commitment to supporting its growing client & publisher base across the USA, especially in the Connected TV space.
Amigo, who takes on the role of Head of Publisher Partnerships, offers over fourteen years of expertise in adtech and publisher development. Amigo will manage and optimize relationships with publishers, enhancing inventory management and supporting Lemma's growth objectives.
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Frankl joins Lemma as Director of Demand Partnerships, bringing a wealth of experience in digital marketing and client services. Frankl will focus on developing and strengthening relationships with demand-side partners, such as brands and agencies, to enhance revenue and expand Lemma's market presence.
"I am delighted to join Lemma and play a pivotal role in advancing its groundbreaking approach to programmatic advertising. With my extensive background in digital marketing, I am confident that I will be able to forge robust demand-side partnerships and drive significant growth for the company. I look forward to leveraging my expertise to contribute to Lemma's continued success and innovation in the industry," said Frankl.
Kadiri Hassani joins Lemma as Senior Director of Demand Partnerships, focusing on driving sales with strategic agencies and DSPs. With over 15 years of experience in adtech and digital media, she has held key roles at companies like Comcast's E! Networks, Pubmatic, Magnite, and TEGNA. She brings deep industry knowledge, technical expertise, and a passion for digital transformation to the team.
"I'm excited to join Lemma and drive sales in the expanding CTV and OOH space. With experience leading national sales for TEGNA's 64 stations and working with top digital media companies, I'm eager to bring my expertise to help fuel Lemma's growth," said Kadiri Hassani.
With the increasing momentum in the US region, the company recently elevated Angelina to the role of AVP. Marmorato's promotion reflects her outstanding contributions as Director of Partnerships for North America. In her new role, Marmorato will continue to drive Lemma's U.S. Sales and Partnerships efforts, focusing on seizing opportunities in the rapidly expanding U.S. CTV market.
“I am excited to lead our US Sales & Partnerships operation and further expand Lemma's success globally. Our commitment to global expansion is unwavering, and the growing US CTV market, with an increasing number of viewers watching content through different mediums, including FAST, presents an excellent opportunity for us to drive more TV ad spending towards programmatic advertising,” said Marmorato.
Gulab Patil, Founder and CEO of Lemma, expressed his enthusiasm about the new appointments: "We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Angelina and the addition of Nicholas, Jeremy, and Loubna, which underscore Lemma's robust growth trajectory. Their combined expertise and leadership will be instrumental as we strategically expand our North American operations.”
Patil continued,“This move aligns with our broader corporate objectives to scale our U.S. team and enhance our global footprint, positioning Lemma as a leading force in the omnichannel advertising space worldwide. As we continue to innovate and drive the industry forward, these new appointments will play a vital role in our journey toward becoming the global leader in emerging formats offered through our omnichannel platform.”
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JAKARTA: Indonesia’s incoming president Prabowo Subianto met candidates for senior government posts for a second day on Tuesday, as he seeks to bring the country’s biggest political party into his already dominant parliamentary coalition.
If Prabowo can reach a deal with Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) there would be no opposition parties in parliament, an unprecedented situation since Indonesia began holding direct presidential elections in 2004.
Prabowo, who will be sworn in as president on Oct. 20, summoned over 40 people on Monday who said they had been asked to join the next government, including current finance minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati.
On Tuesday, Prabowo summoned dozens of potential deputy ministers, his top aide Sufmi Dasco Ahmad said.
While no lawmakers from the PDI-P had arrived at his house by early afternoon, Prabowo’s party officials have said that he plans to meet PDI-P chief Megawati Sukarnoputri to discuss a possible political alliance.
The timing of a meeting is unclear.
The absence of any opposition in the parliament would mean that an eight-party alliance could ensure smooth passage of Prabowo’s legislative agenda, but it would likely heighten fears about a lack of meaningful checks on Prabowo’s power in a country with a history of authoritarian rule.
Seven of the eight parties in parliament have already joined Prabowo’s coalition, securing him a parliamentary majority.
PDI-P, which won the most seats in the February election, had nominated Prabowo’s predecessor, President Joko Widodo, for president in 2014. But the relationship soured over Widodo’s tacit support for the president-elect during his campaign run.
Widodo’s son, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, is the incoming vice president.
In his second five-year term, Widodo was also supported by most parties in parliament, with only two opposing parties.
Widodo leaves office facing criticism he has tried to change laws to benefit his family, and co-opt state bodies to control his opponents. He denies any impropriety, and has said democracy was thriving and he respects the country’s institutions.
Analysts say they fear what they see as that democratic backsliding may continue under Prabowo, a member of the old elite that previously ruled Indonesia. Prabowo is an ex-special forces commander who was dismissed from the military amid speculation of human rights abuses, assertions he has denied.
In March, Prabowo described democracy as tiring, costly and messy, and said there was room for improvement.
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Only Murders in the Building season 4 episode 8 recap: did the Westies Kill Dudenoff?
Get a complete breakdown of Only Murders in the Building season 4 episode 8 right here (SPOILERS ahead).
Two murders to solve, a podcast to make and a wedding to organize is a substantial to do list on Only Murders in the Building season 4 episode 8. Luckily, a confrontation with the Westies means Oliver (Martin Short), Charles (Steve Martin) and Mabel (Selena Gomez) can tick the Professor Dudenoff (Griffin Dunne) mystery off their docket. Not only do they discover how Dudenoff died, but they also get another big clue about Sazz’s (Jane Lynch) demise.
After their brief trip out of the city to Long Island to hideout at Charles' sister house, the trio returns to New York to confront the Westies about cashing Dudenoff's social security checks. They think Sazz was killed because she stumbled onto the Westies' crimes. The trio also has to contend with the actors, who all insist on partaking in this investigation.
Let's break down the key details of Only Murders in the Building season 4 episode 8, "Lifeboat."
Planning an ambush
The Arconia still feels unsafe, so the trio wants to strategize somewhere off the Westie radar. While they don't relish teaming up with the actors, Eugene comes up with a place to brainstorm that looks eerily familiar. Yep, they end up at the studio in a recreation of Charles' apartment that is not entirely accurate, much to Charles' chagrin. He complains the vinyl albums aren't alphabetized and someone (gasp!) put a first-edition book next to a second edition.
Several suggestions are vetoed, such as Eugene's plan to lure the Westies with the promise of Tony Danza — later, it becomes clear that Danza would be an enticing draw for Alfonso (Desmin Borges). Eva wants to use a soap opera trick of a "ding dong," explaining this is a "sexy surprise" like someone a long-lost relative reappearing. Eventually they settle on inviting the Westies to a star-studded game of "Oh Hell" at Oliver's apartment.
The Westies explain their scam
When the Westies arrive at Oliver's, they immediately threaten the trio and the actors with their ham-carving knife; it seems like they are killers after all. But to prove their innocence, they explain their stories about how they each came into Dudenoff's orbit and ended up living in the West Tower of the Arconia.
In flashbacks, we see how a lonely Dudenoff connected with each of them in the wake of his wife's death, whether ordering food from Alfonso's and Inez's (Daphne Rubin-Vega) restaurant or through his film class with Vince (Richard Fish) and Rudy (Kumail Nanjiani) as students.
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Dudenoff's wife was a music teacher, and each time a unit on their floor opened up, they grabbed it so she could use it as a teaching space or as a place for the students to stay. After she died, Dudenoff couldn't bear to part with these apartments, so he devised a scheme to sublet to the family he had made for himself via the Friday night game of Oh Hell.
Vince's story about joining the class so he didn't become a sad old man gave Dudenoff the idea to no longer live in isolation. However, Vince explains he also dreamed of living in Portugal, so when Dudenoff emigrated, the Westies kept cashing his checks so their scheme could continue (all with Dudenoff's blessing).
It's Ding Dong Time!
After hearing the Westies stories, it's time for the "ding dong" (yep, they took Eva's suggestion seriously). The surprise latecomer is Helga (Alexandra Templer), whom we first heard on the ham radio in episode 3. Flashbacks show she inherited her father's locksmith business and met Dudenoff when she was installing the keypad on his apartment door because he kept losing his keys. They bonded over Perfect Strangers and Oh Hell; Helga was part of the Friday night game and another resident — not Rudy's girlfriend.
Helga found a note from Dudenoff on her door that said he was moving to Portugal. The power surges as she reads the note, which she knows it is a quirk of the old incinerator. Helga said the others became distant and started acting off when the first season of the Only Murders podcast came out. While Helga had no proof, she began to suspect her friends of murder and moved out.
The others continue to stick to the Portugal story, but Mabel reveals they have Dudenoff's shoulder replacement and know Dudenoff is dead.
One final movie
A film canister hidden under Vince's floorboards reveals how Dudenoff died: there was zero foul play. The same night Helga received her goodbye note, the others found invitations to Dudenoff's funeral in the basement. Dudenoff reveals he only has a few months to live, and when he dies it will break up their dream cast.
As a workaround, Dudenoff wants them to burn his body in the incinerator, say he moved to Portugal and continue to cash his social security checks. It's too late to stop the professor as he has already taken a lot of pills. Dudenoff shoots one last movie for Helga to explain why he left her out of this (because of how rough she found it after her dad died).
The dilemma now is whether to share this information. Eva reveals she recorded the whole thing, but Mabel sees the Westies as kindred spirits and immediately deletes it. Their story will not be fodder for the Only Murders podcast listeners. One mystery is solved, but they seem to be back to square one with Sazz. Or are they?
Helga stops by to say she had been talking to Sazz on the ham radio about the plotholes in the podcast's first season. She adds a new clue: Sazz said a former stunt protege was harassing her, and it appears the person with the answers is the currently comatose Glenn Stubbins (Paul Rudd). Did someone in the stunt community kill Sazz?
New episodes of Only Murders in the Building season 4 release Tuesdays on Hulu in the US and Disney Plus in the UK.
Emma Fraser spends most of her time writing about TV, fashion, and costume design; Dana Scully is the reason she loves a pantsuit. Words can also be found at Vulture, Elle, Primetimer, Collider, Little White Lies, Observer, and Girls on Tops. Emma has a Master’s in Film and Television, started a (defunct) blog that mainly focused on Mad Men in 2010, and has been getting paid to write about TV since 2015. It goes back way further as she got her big start making observations in her diary about My So-Called Life’s Angela Chase (and her style) at 14.
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Financial woes lead to a sudden shutdown as the community and city scramble to support affected youth programs.
The abrupt closure of the Garden Theatre has left patrons without refunds for pre-purchased tickets and season subscriptions, as the nonprofit organization cites "insurmountable" financial challenges. The shutdown also halts ongoing youth productions, impacting local children and the wider community.
According to a statement posted on the theatre's website, there are "no funds available for refunds" for season subscriptions, individual tickets, gift cards, credits, or donations. The notice advises patrons that their purchases "may be considered a tax-deductible donation" and suggests consulting a tax advisor.
The Garden Theatre, which opened in 2008 in a restored 1935 venue, had been a cultural hub in West Orange County for 16 years. The organization sold season subscriptions for its 2023-2024 lineup but will not complete the season or host any final performances.
"Garden Theatre, Inc. has closed due to financial challenges that have proven insurmountable and is not able to present any further performances," the statement reads.
The closure has also disrupted youth productions, including a rendition of Disney's "The Little Mermaid" involving about 40 children. Parents are now rallying to ensure the show goes on. Jen Scraper, a parent of one of the cast members, launched a crowdfunding campaign that has raised over $8,400 toward an $18,000 goal to cover licensing costs and support unpaid directors.
"Your money will help cover licensing costs for the show and support the directors who were suddenly not being compensated for their hard work on this production," Scraper wrote on the fundraising page.
Additionally, Young Star Musical Theatre, a local educational program, is stepping in to assist. The organization will host about two dozen homeschooled children who were rehearsing for a production of "Willy Wonka" at the Garden Theatre. Managing Director Lexy Shepherd-Cizek stated that they aim to stage the show by the end of the year and are gathering necessary costumes and props.
The City of Winter Garden, which owns the historic theatre building, expressed surprise at the sudden closure. City Manager Jon C. Williams stated that the city was not notified in advance and is "looking into the legalities and ramifications of the closure." He added that the theatre is an important cultural resource and that the building will remain intact as a performance venue.
"The City did not have a role in the Theatre’s decision to close its doors," Williams said. "What is certain is that the Garden Theatre is an important cultural resource for Winter Garden and Central Florida."
The Garden Theatre's closure leaves unanswered questions about the future of the venue and the fate of its creditors. The organization's website states that any remaining funds are "already committed to pay creditors of the theatre," and that it is not accepting further donations or pledges.
Local producer Jessica Huckabey has expressed interest in taking over operations. Representing Central Florida Stages, a nonprofit she founded, Huckabey stated that her team is ready to "come in and keep the building operational" and is working on a business plan to present to the city.
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Trump Town Hall Cut Short by Multiple Medical Emergencies
A town hall meeting with former President Donald Trump on Monday evening was cut short by medical emergencies in the crowd.
The town hall was in Oaks, Pennsylvania, in Montgomery County, about 25 miles northwest of Philadelphia. It took place in the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Fairgrounds, which was very warm, thanks to a crowd in an enclosed space.
During the truncated event, both Trump and South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who moderated the event, commented on the heat.
The Trump campaign estimated the crowd at between 5,000 and 6,000, according to NBC News.
Trump at one point asked about the venue’s air conditioning.
“They probably can’t afford it, sir, in this economy,” Noem responded, according to The Associated Press.
The crowd didn’t want to leave, so the songs kept rolling! 🎶
“Play YMCA, let’s go, nice and loud!” pic.twitter.com/E6k3XTSkLq
— Karoline Leavitt (@kleavittnh) October 15, 2024
According to ABC, the first medical emergency took place about 30 minutes into the event. An individual was placed on a stretcher.
As that took place, the crown sang “God Bless America.” Trump requested that “Ave Maria” be played as the man was treated.
A second medical emergency soon followed.
“Would anybody else like to faint?” Trump asked.
According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Trump campaign said there were three people transported from the expo center to an area hospital. Their conditions were not available, the Inquirer reported.
Trump said he wanted the doors opened, but was told it could not be done for security reasons.
“Open the doors. I wish we could open those doors to outside,” Trump said. “For security reasons, they can’t. But you know what I suggest? Open them. Because anybody comes through those doors, you know what’s going to happen to them.”
But he joked there was a bright side.
“Personally, I enjoy this. We lose weight, you know. No, you lose weight. We could do this — lose four or five pounds,” Trump said.
After the second emergency, Trump said the question part of the event was over.
“Let’s not do any more questions. Let’s just listen to music. Let’s make it into a music fest. Who the hell wants to hear questions right? Isn’t that beautiful?” he said.
Attendees slowly filtered out as the music played for about 40 minutes.
“To lighten the mood, President Trump turned the town hall into an impromptu concert and the crowd loved it,” Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s campaign press secretary, said, adding, “The room was full of joy.”
Total lovefest at the PA townhall! Everyone was so excited they were fainting so @realDonaldTrump turned to music. Nobody wanted to leave and wanted to hear more songs from the famous DJT Spotify playlist!
— Steven Cheung (@TheStevenCheung) October 15, 2024
“The safety and well-being of President Trump’s supporters is always his top priority. The two individuals who fainted were immediately given medical attention. As President Trump said tonight, they are great patriots,” Leavitt said.
During the town hall, Trump said he represented “the party of common sense. We want rules. We want good education. We want low interest rates. We want jobs. And you know what? We want a strong military,” he said, according to the Inquirer.
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GS Earnings: Highlights of Goldman Sachs Group’s Q3 2024 report
Financial services giant The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) on Tuesday reported an increase in revenues and earnings for the third quarter of 2024.
Third-quarter net revenues increased to $12.70 billion from $11.82 billion in the comparable period last year, mainly reflecting higher net revenues in Global Banking & Markets and Asset & Wealth Management, partially offset by lower net revenues in Platform Solutions.
Net income came in at $2.78 billion or $8.40 per share in the September quarter, higher than the $1.88 billion or $5.47 per share profit the company reported in the third quarter of 2023.
“Our performance demonstrates the strength of our world-class franchise in an improving operating environment. We continue to lean into our strengths – exceptional talent, execution capabilities, and risk management expertise – allowing us to effectively serve our clients against a complex backdrop and deliver for shareholders,” said the bank’s CEO David Solomon.
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The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK) on Friday said its adjusted earnings increased in the third quarter of 2024. The financial service provider's assets under management and
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Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel virtually inaugurated and laid foundation stones for infrastructure projects of Rs 564 crore for state-run industrial estates on Tuesday.
These projects, aimed at enhancing Gujarat's industrial ecosystem, were launched at an event held in Gandhinagar as part of 'Vikas Saptah' celebrations, the state government stated.
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These infrastructure initiatives undertaken by the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) aim to boost industrial growth and ensure efficient water supply and road networks across various industrial estates.
Under the PM MITRA Park scheme, a project of Rs 352 crore has been launched to establish a 65 MLD water supply system at the proposed Textile Park in Vansi, Navsari district, aiming to provide essential water infrastructure to support the growing textile industry.
At the Sanand-2 Industrial Estate, a Rs 21-crore project is underway to construct a water storage tank for industrial use. In the Saykha-B industrial estate in Bharuch, a Rs 22-crore project to upgrade the existing water supply infrastructure in the Mixed-Use Zone, the government said.
Similarly, at the Panoli industrial estate, a Rs 23-crore project is dedicated to enhancing the current water supply system. Collectively, these water infrastructure projects of Rs 418 crore. They are vital for meeting the increasing water demands of Gujarat's industrial sector, said the release.
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The CM also inaugurated several road network and infrastructure projects across various GIDC estates.
A fund of Rs 100 crore has been allocated to develop the road network for an upcoming ceramic park in Jambudia-Paneli in Morbi district, said the release. The road network at Khirasara-2 estate in Rajkot will be developed for a Rs 39 crore project.
Additionally, a Rs 7 crore project will improve both road and water supply infrastructure at the Ichhapore industrial estate. These road infrastructure projects, totalling Rs 146 crore, will enhance connectivity and facilitate efficient transportation within these industrial zones, said the release.
(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Updated October 15, 2024 at 12:41 PM ET
For years, singer/songwriter Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, refused to write a memoir; she told people she thought her life wasn’t interesting enough to fill a book.
"I think she's had a complicated relationship with existing in the public eye and wanting to connect to people and share her story, but also really not enjoying having attention on her," Lisa Marie's daughter, Riley Keough says.
Eventually, Lisa Marie changed her mind about the memoir. She began making audio recordings about her life and reached out to Keough for help with the project. A month later, in January 2023, Lisa Marie died suddenly, and Keough had to decide whether or not to complete the book.
"I received the tapes. And then I kind of put it off for a while because I was like, why am I doing this to myself?" Keough says. "But the project of the book really felt like a duty to me. ... It felt like just a task that had to be done, so then I think I approached it in that way."
The book, From Here to the Great Unknown, takes its title from a lyric from the song “Where No One Stands Alone,” featured on a 2018 compilation album of Lisa Marie singing duets with archival recordings of her father's favorite gospel songs. In the book, Lisa Marie describes growing up in Graceland and shock of losing her father when she was 9. She also looks back on her three marriages, her battle with addiction and the loss of her son, Benjamin Keough, who died by suicide in 2020.
Keough, who is listed as a co-author of the memoir, says she struggled throughout to capture her mother's voice.
"[Lisa Marie] was very complicated and she was very candid and honest and raw and tough and wild and rebellious," Keough says. "But she also had a side to her that was very sort of childlike and naïve as well. And [she was] one of the most loving people I've ever met. But also I don't know if she could ever receive love, which was interesting."
Interview highlights
On Lisa Marie’s relationship to her parents, Elvis and Priscilla
I think that she was so close with her father, like she was a daddy's girl and he was everything to her that the loss of him was so great. And I think that dictated the relationship she had with her mother. …
Priscilla was a very young mother, and obviously my grandmother was living in this world that was totally overwhelming and unusual and she [had] to be Elvis' wife. And I think there was a lot of pressure on her to be perfect and to be the perfect wife and woman that ever lived. … And I think that my mom and her were very different. Like my mother was very wild and unruly and rebellious and radical kind of, and [Priscilla] was very well mannered and perfect, kind of the opposite of my mom, so I think they would butt heads often. … I also think that that had to do with the fact that she was in grief, too, so I think that she was acting out. She was angry at the universe for taking her father away and that everything and everyone was not him.
On Lisa Marie’s account of the day Elvis died in 1977
She always felt protective over that story. I always got the sense that she would never share the details of that day publicly, but then when I got the tapes, I heard that she wanted to share the details of that day. …
She basically came into my grandfather's room and he was in his bathroom and she saw him in there and then somebody grabbed her and brought her out into her room. And the ambulance came. And I think she says she went to smoke a cigarette. She was 9 years old. And then she watched him get brought down the stairs on a gurney. And she kind of says she remembers seeing his shoes or his hand or something like that. And he gets wheeled out of the house. And then a few moments later, his father, Vernon, basically, she hears him yelling and saying, “My baby's gone” … and I think Vernon said, “Your daddy's gone.”
On the family grieving alongside the public
The whole world was grieving her father, and she talks about watching people come through the house and people fainting and having to be carried out and ambulances coming to get people. ... I think it was a very interesting way to grieve. And I think that it kind of maybe didn't leave her a lot of room for her own grief.
On Lisa Marie’s connection to Graceland
She was very happy to be at Graceland. And in general, like if we were in Memphis, she just loved it there. She wanted a house there. And it was where she grew up and had some of her best memories as a child. We always had a lot of fun there. We would have dinners there and Thanksgiving and when the tours were over, obviously we would hang out in the house and they would take the ropes down and it was just like a family home for us. We would hang out in the living rooms and me and my brother would run downstairs and play pool with our cousins. And so we got to experience it as a home growing up. … And her father's room, which has never been part of the tour, her room in her father's room are upstairs in the house, and it's really only been a few people who are allowed up there and just our family. And she kept a key with her, and it was just a place that she went. It was like a place of comfort for her. I think she really felt her father in the room.
On Lisa Marie’s marriage to Michael Jackson being questioned as a publicity stunt
Their love was very genuine and they were in love and they were in a real relationship and slept in bed together and were very normal. But I think that when you're that famous, there's a lot of people around. I think both camps kind of had people in their ears about each other. My mom started to perceive that maybe he was on drugs and he started to maybe get the idea that she was on to him maybe being on drugs. And then I think there was paranoia. I think my grandmother was apprehensive about the marriage and brought that idea up to my mom, and I think it just kind of exploded.
On Riley’s relationship Jackson
I think my mom says something in the book that people might kind of pass over, which is really kind of indicative of the whole thing, which is that like the version of Michael that was in her/our lives or that she was with, was different to, I think, the version that he presented on TV. Even the way he spoke was different. Probably with Elvis, too: There's the version of Elvis Presley for the world and then there's the version at home. And I think my experience with Michael was he felt like a human being and spoke differently. I remember the first time I saw him on TV, his register was higher and that's not how I was used to hearing him. And I remember thinking: That was interesting. So I think that in my life he felt like my mom's husband, like a stepfather.
On Lisa Marie seeing Elvis impersonators at her shows
She used to, before shows, peek out the side of the curtain and and find where they would be so that she wasn't surprised when she went out there and she would just peek around and kind of go, OK, there's one in the back, there's one over there so she wasn't shocked. … It's like some kind of wild fever dream to go out on stage and perform to your dead father, or like someone in costume. It's bizarre. People's relationship to him was as if he was like this sort of like God, you know? And so I don't think there was a lot of humanizing going on with her. It's not that they had ill intentions. I think that they're just fans and just maybe didn't realize how weird that would be for her.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) London, United Kingdom, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
The Profs Tutors have once again set a new benchmark for A-level tutoring success in 2024, with 91% of students achieving a grade improvement, compared to the national average where only 27.8% of students were awarded an A or A*. The Profs' students not only performed above average, but 60% achieved an A or A*-a remarkable leap from the 10% who were initially on track to secure those top grades before starting work with professional tutors .
These results not only demonstrate the dedication of students but also highlight The Profs' strategic approach to tutoring, which focuses on tailored, high-impact support that consistently leads to outstanding academic achievement across the UK. By concentrating on each student's unique needs, The Profs help turn potential into tangible success.
Top Marks for The Profs' A-Level Students
The Profs' 60% A/A* achievement rate is a significant contrast to the 27.8% national average, and 25% of students secured an A* after working with The Profs. On average, students needed just 22 hours of tutoring to make these considerable gains, demonstrating the effectiveness of The Profs' personalised teaching strategies, which focus on boosting both subject knowledge and exam confidence.
“The personalised attention we provide continues to make a tangible difference in students' lives, particularly at such a crucial stage in their education,” said Dr. Leo Evans, CEO of The Profs Group.“We are incredibly proud of how our tailored approach helps students surpass expectations, transforming academic performance and enabling them to achieve their full potential.”
Dr. Evans went on to express the broader impact of this year's results in a recent interview with themirror.co.uk:“This year's A-Level results reflect the resilience and hard work of students across the UK. For those who didn't achieve their desired grades, it's important to remember that there are still numerous pathways to success.” The Profs not only help students who have excelled but also support those looking for alternative routes, such as resits or adjustments to university plans, ensuring that all students have the tools to achieve their academic goals.
Starting Early Pays Off: Improved Grades with Targeted Support
One of the standout aspects of The Profs' tutoring model is the strategic benefit of starting tuition early. Students who began tutoring during the early months of the academic year achieved an average grade improvement of 1.5 grades compared to 1.0 grade for those starting after February, despite completing the same number of hours. Early intervention allows tutors to identify knowledge gaps and build the foundational skills needed for long-term success.
Richard Evans, Founder of The Profs, commented,“It's clear that early intervention with targeted support can lead to dramatic improvements in performance. With 91% of our students improving their grades this year, it's a testament to the efficacy of our approach and the dedication of our tutors.”
In an interview with Richard Evans added,“A-level results day marks a significant milestone in students' academic journeys. While these results are crucial for university admissions across the board, they take on even greater importance for those who have worked hard to gain Oxbridge offers.” The Profs continue to support students through the holistic admissions process for top universities, offering guidance that goes beyond grades, ensuring that students demonstrate intellectual curiosity and passion for their subjects.
Re-Sit Success and Tutoring Expertise
The Profs also saw outstanding results for students resitting their A-level exams, with 100% passing after just 15 hours of tutoring. This further highlights the impact of their high-quality personalised support on students from all starting points. Whether students are aiming for their first choice university or working towards improving their grades after setbacks, The Profs deliver results.
The Profs' tutor network consists of the very best in the industry, with 98% holding postgraduate qualifications and 41% having doctorates. Their 4.9-star Trustpilot rating is a reflection of their commitment to excellence, with 9 out of 10 customers recommending The Profs to a friend. This vast expertise and the tutor's dedication to individual student success have made The Profs the go-to service for high-achieving students across the UK.
Leo Evans reiterated:“For those who didn't achieve their desired grades, it's important to remember that there are still numerous pathways to success.” This mindset is embedded in The Profs' approach, where resilience and adaptability are key, and students are encouraged to explore various academic and professional avenues.
Awards and Recognition
The Profs' exceptional performance has been recognised across the industry, winning prestigious awards, including:
Ed Tech Provider of the Year at the 2024 EducationInvestor Awards
Tutoring Business of the Year at the 2023 National Tutoring Awards
Their tutoring marketplace has continued to grow, providing students across the globe with access to award-winning tutoring services that blend academic excellence with cutting-edge educational technology.
About The Profs Tutors
The Profs Tutors is an award-winning online company that facilitates school, university, and professional-level private tuition, educational consultancy, and academic mentorship. Tutoring is delivered online globally or face-to-face in London using cutting-edge technology and personalised teaching methods. The company specialises in degree-level tutoring, university applications, and A-level tutoring. The Profs also tutor for university students from disadvantaged backgrounds in partnership with world-leading universities. Since its founding, The Profs have supported over 10,000 students globally in achieving their academic goals.
Awards include:
Ed Tech Provider of the Year at the 2024 EducationInvestor Awards
Best Tutoring Business at the 2023 National Tutoring Awards
Best Tuition Delivery to Private Clients at the 2023 National Tutoring Awards
Best Customer Service at the 2022 National Tutoring Awards
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A man who was allegedly driving with a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit has been arrested by Northland police thanks to the eagle eyes of a member of the public. Police arrested the man about 8pm on Thursday. A police car driving along Onerahi Rd was flagged down by a member of the public. The person told police they had seen a man in a nearby takeaway shop they believed was intoxicated, said Whangārei-Kaipara area commander Inspector Maria Nordstrom.
“The person was able to provide officers with a detailed description of the male and his vehicle.
“[Police] units have subsequently located the man driving and pulled him over, where he was allegedly more than three times the legal alcohol limit.”
Nordstrom said the man allegedly admitted to drinking more than a dozen beers and blew a reading of 805 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath. The limit is 250.
“We thank those who are alerting us to this behaviour. Vigilant reporting is often the key to police being able to respond in a timely manner and hold people to account for their actions,” she said.
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Earnings are arguably the most important single number on a company's quarterly financial report. Wall Street clearly dives into all of the other metrics and management's input, but the EPS figure helps cut through all the noise.
Life and the stock market are both about expectations, and rising above what is expected is often rewarded, while falling short can come with negative consequences. Investors might want to try to capture stronger returns by finding positive earnings surprises.
Hunting for 'earnings whispers' or companies poised to beat their quarterly earnings estimates is a somewhat common practice. But that doesn't make it easy. One way that has been proven to work is by using the Zacks Earnings ESP tool.
The Zacks Earnings ESP, Explained
The Zacks Earnings ESP, or Expected Surprise Prediction, aims to find earnings surprises by focusing on the most recent analyst revisions. The basic premise is that if an analyst reevaluates their earnings estimate ahead of an earnings release, it means they likely have new information that could possibly be more accurate.
Now that we understand the basic idea, let's look at how the Expected Surprise Prediction works. The ESP is calculated by comparing the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate, with the percentage difference between the two giving us the Zacks ESP figure.
Bringing together a positive earnings ESP alongside a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better has helped stocks report a positive earnings surprise 70% of the time. Furthermore, by using these parameters, investors have seen 28.3% annual returns on average, according to our 10 year backtest.
Most stocks, about 60%, fall into the #3 (Hold) category, and they are expected to perform in-line with the broader market. Stocks with a #2 (Buy) and #1 (Strong Buy) rating, or the top 15% and top 5% of stocks, respectively, should outperform the market, with Strong Buy stocks outperforming more than any other rank.
Should You Consider Chubb?
The last thing we will do today, now that we have a grasp on the ESP and how powerful of a tool it can be, is to quickly look at a qualifying stock. Chubb (CB) holds a #3 (Hold) at the moment and its Most Accurate Estimate comes in at $5.06 a share 14 days away from its upcoming earnings release on October 29, 2024.
CB has an Earnings ESP figure of +2.02%, which, as explained above, is calculated by taking the percentage difference between the $5.06 Most Accurate Estimate and the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.96. Chubb is one of a large database of stocks with positive ESPs. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
CB is part of a big group of Finance stocks that boast a positive ESP, and investors may want to take a look at Manulife Financial (MFC) as well.
Manulife Financial, which is readying to report earnings on November 13, 2024, sits at a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) right now. It's Most Accurate Estimate is currently $0.71 a share, and MFC is 29 days out from its next earnings report.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Manulife Financial is $0.70, and when you take the percentage difference between that number and its Most Accurate Estimate, you get the Earnings ESP figure of +1.43%.
CB and MFC's positive ESP figures tell us that both stocks have a good chance at beating analyst expectations in their next earnings report.
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SEOUL: A member of chart-topping K-pop group NewJeans tearfully testified to South Korean lawmakers Tuesday as part of an enquiry into workplace harassment, amid a boardroom drama over her super producer.
In recent years, South Korea’s K-pop industry has become a global juggernaut powered by the success of groups like BTS, but domestically it is known for imposing strict standards and controls on fledgling stars.
Rising K-pop idols are expected to adhere to their powerful agency’s behaviour and appearance guidelines, with many stars describing receiving extreme backlash from fans over perceived mistakes in their personal lives, for example dating.
Hanni, 20, who is Vietnamese-Australian, testified that she overheard a manager of another idol group linked to her parent agency instructing members of another girl group to spurn her.
“I saw a manager along with three members from another group and said hello... When the manager saw me, she told the members to ‘ignore her as if you didn’t see her,‘” she told lawmakers.
“I could not understand why I had to go through this.”
The alleged event took place amid a dispute between NewJeans’ producer and mastermind, Min Hee-jin, and HYBE, the South Korean agency that manages BTS, after HYBE filed a legal complaint against Min for breach of trust in business.
Min, who headed the HYBE subsidiary ADOR which manages NewJeans, was replaced as ADOR’s president in August amid the boardroom conflict.
During the livestream in which Hanni had raised the harassment claim, all NewJeans’ members demanded that Min be reinstated as ADOR’s CEO.
Multiple court cases on the issue are ongoing.
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Hanni acknowledged that the ongoing dispute between the parent company and Min was related to the bullying she had experienced.
“It couldn’t have been unrelated. But they didn’t need to bring that issue into the workplace,“ she said.
“I felt I couldn’t just sit idly by while such behaviour continued to repeat,“ she added, noting NewJeans members had been subjected to other unfair treatment by HYBE, such as discrediting their performance in Japan.
ADOR CEO Kim Ju-young, who succeeded Min, told lawmakers that while she personally believed Hanni’s account, no CCTV evidence was available to support it.
Hanni’s testimony was given to South Korean lawmakers who serve on the parliamentary committee overseeing workplace conditions and safety, which is not an investigative body.
ADOR’s Min, who joined the industry in the early 2000s, is widely regarded as one of the most successful producers in the K-pop scene, having worked with stars such as Girls’ Generation, EXO and SHINee, among others.
NewJeans, produced by Min, is among HYBE’s most successful K-pop groups, alongside BTS, which is currently on a hiatus as some members perform South Korea’s mandatory military service.
BTS member J Hope is scheduled to finish his military service this Thursday.
“I am grateful for the attention people have shown to this issue. I hope my fellow colleagues and (K-pop) trainees won’t have to experience such concerns,“ Hanni said tearfully in her closing remarks.
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General Hospital spoilers: Ned forces Drew to make a deal?
Now that Ned knows about Drew and Willow, will Ned use the information to blackmail Drew?
We knew it would only be a matter of time on General Hospital before Drew (Cameron Mathison) and Willow’s (Katelyn MacMullen) secret rendevous would catch up to them.
From the moment Ned (Wally Kurth) learned from James (Gary James Fuller) that Drew and Willow have at least kissed, he’s been relatively quiet about the news. Ned hasn’t gone to Michael (Chad Duell) with the information that his wife and uncle have been sneaking around behind his back, and Ned hasn’t gone to Drew to confront him… not yet at least.
Since tensions are still brewing between Drew and Ned over ELQ, we can imagine Ned eventually going the way of most Quatermaines and resorting to blackmail to prove victorious over his cousin. Drew continues to push Ned’s buttons and insinuate that he and Michael are better able to take over the reins of ELQ. Behind Ned’s back, Drew has been pushing Michael to make this dream a reality, even bypassing Michael for interim CEO of Aurora so Michael can focus.
With that being said, Ned has already attempted to cause some division between Michael and Drew. He recently advised Michael that he should be cautious of Drew and questioned if Drew really had the best interest of the Quatermaines in mind. Michael appeared to think about the comments but ultimately shrugged them off.
If Ned continues to feel ganged up on, he is likely to take some bolder steps to protect his interests at ELQ. We previously suspected that Ned would just go ahead and unveil the truth to Michael to gain Micheal’s allegiance, but we can also picture Ned going to Drew and confronting him with what he knows.
Ned may threaten Drew by telling him to both support and respect his leadership position at ELQ, or he’ll go to Michael and tell him the truth. Drew probably doesn’t want to hurt his nephew; and furthermore, Drew probably doesn’t want his dalliances with Willow making it into the public forum in the middle of his political run. This type of salacious affair would tank his campaign.
Should Ned confront Drew, the latter would likely deny anything happened. However, Ned may press the issue and Drew may reluctantly confess. Knowing how much he has to lose, Drew may come to agree to Ned’s terms, hoping that it puts his scandal to rest.
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Unfortunately for Drew, this is the soap world, which means the cheating secret is bound to come out sooner or later, whether Ned tells it or someone else. We think all will be revealed before the election, effectively ruining Drew’s short-lived career as a politician. Additionally, we think vengeful Michael will resurface back in Port Charles, which may prove to be bad news for Drew and Willow. When wronged, Michael goes to some pretty spiteful places to get even.
All in all, if you’re a General Hospital fan, you should expect some fireworks in the Quatermaine mansion in the coming weeks.
New episodes of General Hospital air on weekdays on ABC. If you miss an episode, you can catch up on Hulu.
Terrell Smith has a diverse writing background having penned material for a wide array of clients including the federal government and Bravo television personalities. When he’s not writing as Terrell, he’s writing under his pseudonym Tavion Scott, creating scripts for his audio drama podcasts. Terrell is a huge fan of great storytelling when it comes to television and film. Some of his favorite shows include The Crown, WandaVision, Abbot Elementary and Godfather of Harlem. And a fun fact is he's completely dialed into the TLC 90 Day Fiancé universe.
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The product features green or pink color-changing macaroni.
No need to fear, mac and cheese lovers: Wicked has you covered. Great Value, Walmart's generic grocery brand, has released a new Wicked-themed Macaroni and Cheese cup featuring pink or green color-changing cheese.
According to the description, the "flavorful cups start with creamy, cheesy pasta" which transforms into a vibrant pink or green color after adding water.
The mac and cheese cups are sold in singles, six-packs, or 12-packs, at one dollar each. They are shelf-stable, with one serving per cup. Purchase the magical mac here and see photos of the product below! For the full lineup of Wicked merch, click here.
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Infographic: How Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) performed in Q4 2024
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBA) reported fourth quarter 2024 earnings results today.
Sales increased 6% year-over-year to $37.5 billion. Sales grew 6.1% on a constant currency basis.
Net loss was $3 billion, or $3.48 per share, compared to net loss of $180 million, or $0.21 per share, in the year-ago quarter. Adjusted EPS decreased 41% to $0.39.
For fiscal year 2025, the company expects sales of $147-151 billion and adjusted EPS of $1.40-1.80.
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When I first read the “Colonial Origins of Comparative Development,” (COCD) by Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson (AJR) more than 20 years ago, I was smitten. So much so that I told several colleagues at the International Monetary Fund that the paper would one day win the Nobel Prize. I say this not to trumpet my predictive abilities (mostly poor) but to illustrate that Keatsian sense of being awestruck: “Then felt I like some watcher of the skies, When a new planet swims into his ken.”
At that time, pioneered by Robert Barro, an entire sub-discipline
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Biden-Harris Breaking the Ten Commandments: Part Eight - When Government Corrupts Its God-Given Sword
This is the eighth installment in The Western Journal’s series “Biden-Harris Breaking the Ten Commandments.” Click here to read the rest of the series.
Like many of the other commandments we have covered in this series, the eighth packs much more meaning that can be gleaned by isolating it .
“You shall not steal,” Exodus 20:15 said.
Within the biblical context, stealing is so much more than the simple act of taking an object that doesn’t belong to you.
The eighth commandment (like all the others) speaks to deeper truths about morality.
For example it — the very Word of God — assumes private ownership of property. After all, if that property didn’t belong to someone else, how could you steal it?
From that assumption flowed the vast economic human flourishing
Theologian Wayne Grudem agrees that the foundational importance of the Eighth Commandment on modern society should not be understated.
He also made a point to note that governments “violate” this commandment “at their peril.”
“[T]his commandment provides the necessary foundation for all human flourishing on the face of the earth. Governments and cultural traditions violate the Eighth Commandment at their peril, for wherever this commandment is ignored, entire nations remain trapped in poverty forever. When that happens, they tragically fail to achieve many of God’s purposes for them on the earth,” Grudem wrote in The Gospel Coalition.
Unfortunately, the Biden-Harris administration has indeed violated — and facilitated the violation of — the Eighth Commandment, and just as Grudem predicted, peril has followed.
The current administration’s failure regarding the Eighth Commandment is two-fold.
On the one hand, the president’s administration has refused to take definitive action against evildoers committing this crime, as is its God-appointed duty. Doing so inevitably encourages and incentivizes more theft.
On the other hand, the Biden-Harris regime also disregards property rights with its punitive taxation and inflationary spending.
Biden and Harris are devaluing and pilfering the very property of those who they are ordered by God to protect.
Refusing to Bear the Sword
In part one of this series, we discussed how the Biden-Harris administration had fashioned itself into a false god, violating the First Commandment.
This administration did so, in part, by attempting to replace God’s morality with its own.
But the second way it did so was by abandoning its God-given assignment to punish wrongdoers (see Romans 13:4).
Many thieves, robbers, looters and other purveyors of violent crime have been free to do so over the past few years thanks in large part to the Biden-Harris administration’s empowering of George Soros-funded district attorneys across the country.
These prosecutors, which one 2020 Heritage Foundation report referred to as part of the “rogue prosecutor movement,” have helped push soft-on-crime policies in cities all over the U.S.
“[Soros-funded prosecutors] brazenly usurp the constitutional role of the legislative branch by refusing to prosecute entire categories of crime, abuse the role of the county prosecutor, fail to protect victims of crime, and ignore the rising crime rates that flow from their radical policies,” the authors of the report wrote.
A slightly more recent report from the Heritage Foundation revealed exactly how Biden and Harris have helped fund that soft-on-crime approach.
“[Biden] is partnering with and empowering many of those who view our criminal justice system as being systematically racist and who have been working to undermine it by supporting rogue prosecutors around the country — including in places like Chicago and St. Louis where violent crime casualties rival those you would expect to see in a war zone,” the report noted.
When Taxation and Inflation Go Too Far
In “Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book II,” reformer John Calvin made clear that “theft” as described in scripture covers so much more than the mere pilfering of personal items.
“God sees the intricate deceptions with which a crafty man sets out to snare one of simpler mind, until he at last draws him into his nets. He sees the hard and inhumane laws with which the more powerful oppress and crush the weaker person … And such injustice occurs not only in matters of money or in merchandise or land, but in the right of each one; for we defraud our neighbors of their property if we repudiate the duties by which we are obligated to them …”
Undoubtedly, two such ways “crafty” men use “laws” to steal from the “weaker person” are through taxation and inflationary spending.
Inflationary spending, as economist Milton Friedman liked to put it, is “taxation without legislation.” It is a means for the government to fill its own coffers while devaluing your own property.
The government simply prints its own money, so it has more to spend, but this increase in the money supply devalues everyone else’s.
The other way men take advantage of the law to steal from others is through taxation.
Pastor Doug Wilson made this case quite succinctly in a 2014 blog post.
“The baseline, the starting point, is that property belongs to the individual. He is the one that Thou shalt not steal applies to. He is the one with the house, the vineyard, the lawn mower, the wallet, the smart phone, and so on. Whenever the Bible talks about property, it always talks about it two categories,” Wilson wrote.
“The first is God’s absolute ownership of all things (Dt. 10:14), and the second is the relative ownership that you and your neighbor enjoy (Dt. 8:18). When we talk about the state possessing things, this possession is derivative. The state extracts value from the taxpayer, the appointed steward of God’s wealth, and this extraction can also be divided into two categories. This value can be extracted lawfully, or the state can play the role of the thief. So how are we to tell the difference?”
Wilson argued that the level of government taxation cannot rival God’s 10 percent tithe, it cannot fund any functions outside of what God has ordained for the government and those taxes must be “lawful and in accordance with the established constitution of the people.”
Now, can this Christian writer tell you exactly where the line is between sinful and just taxation? No, not with complete certainty (though Wilson’s three points of criteria seem a good place to start).
But what he can say is that our current tax system is vastly overly punitive to a sinful degree and is helping fund all sorts of functions not ordained by God.
It’s wrong that your taxes are funding counterproductive welfare programs that keep minorities poor and incentivize poor, single mothers to stay single (see part five of this series).
It’s also wrong that your tax dollars are funding the killing of babies in the womb (see part six).
There are many other great examples of tax financing dubious schemes.
A favorite of this writer comes from a story told by the great conservative economist Thomas Sowell. Sowell — for most of his career a free-market advocate — was actually once a Marxist … until he worked at the U.S. Labor Department.
While there, Sowell discovered that minimum wage laws were hurting the very people they were supposed to help.
Upon bringing this information to his superiors in the government, he was met with indifference.
“It forced me to realize that government agencies have their own self-interest to look after, regardless of those for whom a program has been set up,” Sowell wrote, per Reason.
“Administration of the minimum wage law was a major part of the Labor Department’s budget and employed a significant fraction of all the people who worked there. Whether or not minimum wages benefited workers may have been my overriding question, but it was clearly not theirs.”
Essentially, Sowell discovered that many government jobs are predicated on policies remaining in place, even if those policies don’t work.
This keeps the tax dollars flowing their way, employing various departments full of bureaucrats — even if none of them are doing anything to help the taxpayer.
That whole system is wrong, and the extent to which this is happening likely goes much further than just the Labor Department.
The degree to which tax dollars are propping up such departments and funding counterproductive jobs is flat-out theft.
The government wasn’t ordained to reorganize society. It was ordained to punish evil.
Hopefully someday soon it can return to fulfilling that purpose.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California and Nevada voters will decide in November whether to ban forced prison labor by removing language from their state constitutions rooted in the legacy of chattel slavery.
The measures aim to protect incarcerated people from being forced to work under the threat of punishment in the states, where it is not uncommon for prisoners to be paid less than $1 an hour to fight fires, clean prison cells, make license plates or do yard work at cemeteries.
Nevada incarcerates about 10,000 people. All prisoners in the state are required to work or be in vocational training for 40 hours each week, unless they have a medical exemption. Some of them make as little as 35 cents hourly.
Voters will weigh the proposals during one of the most historic elections in modern history, said Jamilia Land, an advocate with the Abolish Slavery National Network who has spent years trying to get the California measure passed.
“California, as well as Nevada, has an opportunity to end legalized, constitutional slavery within our states, in its entirety, while at the same time we have the first Black woman running for president,” she said of Vice President Kamala Harris’ historic bid as the first Black and Asian American woman to earn a major party’s nomination for the nation’s highest office.
Several other states such as Colorado, Alabama and Tennessee have in recent years done away with exceptions for slavery and involuntary servitude, though the changes were not immediate. In Colorado — the first state to get rid of an exception for slavery from its constitution in 2018 — incarcerated people alleged in a lawsuit filed in 2022 against the corrections department that they had still been forced to work.
“What it did do — it created a constitutional right for a whole class of people that didn’t previously exist,” said Kamau Allen, a co-founder of the Abolish Slavery National Network who advocated for the Colorado measure.
Nevada's proposal aims to abolish from the constitution both slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for crime. California’s constitution was changed in the 1970s to remove an exemption for slavery, but the involuntary servitude exception remains on the books.
Wildland firefighting is among the most sought-after prison work programs in Nevada. Those eligible for the program are paid around $24 per day.
“There are a lot of people who are incarcerated that want to do meaningful work. Now are they treated fairly? No,” said Chris Peterson, legal director at the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada, which supports the measure. “They’re getting paid pennies on the hour, where other people get paid dollars, to do incredibly dangerous work.”
Peterson pointed to a state law that created a modified workers’ compensation program for incarcerated people who are injured on the job. Under that program, the amount awarded is based on the person’s average monthly wage when the injury occurred.
In 2016, Darrell White, an injured prison firefighter who filed a claim under the modified program, learned he would receive a monthly disability payment of “$22.30 for a daily rate of $0.50.” By then, White already had been freed from prison, but he was left unable to work for months while he recovered from surgery to repair his fractured finger, which required physical therapy.
White sued the state prison system and Division of Forestry, saying his disability payments should have been calculated based on the state’s minimum wage of $7.25 at the time. The case went all the way up to the Nevada Supreme Court, which rejected his appeal, saying it remained an “open question” whether Nevada prisoners were constitutionally entitled to minimum wage compensation.
“It should be obvious that it is patently unfair to pay Mr. White $0.50 per day,” his lawyer, Travis Barrick, wrote in the appeal, adding that White's needs while incarcerated were minimal compared to his needs after his release, including housing and utilities, food and transportation. “It is inconceivable that he could meet these needs on $0.50 per day.”
The California state Senate rejected a previous version of the proposal in 2022 after Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration cited concerns about the cost if the state had to start paying all prisoners the minimum wage.
Newsom signed a law earlier this year that would require the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to create a voluntary work program. The agency would set wages for people incarcerated in state prisons under the law. But the law would only take effect if voters approve the forced labor ban.
The law and accompanying measure will give incarcerated people more of an opportunity for rehabilitation through therapy or education instead of being forced to work, said California Assemblymember Lori Wilson, a Democrat representing Solano County who authored this year's proposal.
Wilson suffered from trauma growing up in a household with dysfunction and abuse, she said. She was able to work through her trauma by going to therapy. But her brother, who did not get the same help, instead ended up in prison, she said.
“It's just a tale of two stories of what happens when someone who has been traumatized, has anger issues and gets the rehabilitative work that they need to — what they could do with their life,” Wilson said.
Yannick Ortega, a formerly incarcerated woman who now works at an addiction recovery center in Fresno, California, was forced to work various jobs during the first half of her time serving 20 years in prison for a murder conviction, she said.
“When you are sentenced to prison, that is the punishment,” said Ortega, who later became a certified paralegal and substance abuse counselor by pursuing her education while working in prison. “You’re away from having the freedom to do anything on your own accord.”
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Yamat reported from Las Vegas. Austin is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Austin on Twitter: @ sophieadanna
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We're excited to be speaking today with acclaimed pianist Sharon Niessen. She is a gifted pianist who has performed on several concert stages across the globe, including Carnegie Hall and Concertgebouw Amsterdam. We spoke with Sharon Niessen about her journey as a musician and collaborations with other musicians.
First of all, major congratulations on your upcoming album Live Recitals! Can you tell us a bit more about it?
It's a compilation of performances I'm most proud of. The album contains works that I love playing most: Schumann, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and Debussy. I wanted to share this music with the rest of the world, as it deserves to be listened to. It also kind of feels like a reward for all the hard work I've done over the past years.
You started playing the piano at the age of nine. What initially drew you to the instrument? Was there a particular moment that inspired your passion for music?
We always had a piano in parents' house, and I was always staring at it when I was a kid. My grandmother was a great pianist and she is the one who actually inspired me. She loved playing Chopin, and I was always intrigued by her playing. I think this is why I love Chopin so much now, haha! When I was nine years old, I decided to take piano lessons.
You've performed in some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York. Can you share what it was like to perform there and how it influenced your career?
Playing in Carnegie Hall was a very special experience. I played there with other prizewinners of the Princess Christina Competition that I had won. Princess Christina of the Netherlands (youngest of four daughters of Queen Juliana) went with us and attended the concert. The vibe in the concert hall was just amazing; it's hard to explain. There was an intimate atmosphere, and the audience was very enthusiastic and supportive. I really felt a connection with the audience, which was very rewarding. And the acoustics, of course, are the best! Apart from the fact this was a very inspiring experience, and motivating to pursue higher artistic goals, being associated with Carnegie Hall has definitely added a level of prestige to my resume.
You've also been praised for your lyrical and emotional playing style. How do you approach a new piece of music? What's your process for translating the composer's vision into such expressive performances?
Good question! My main goal is to tell a story. Each note needs to be played with passion and emotion. Of course, the technical aspect is important, but what is more important, in my opinion, are the emotions and the story behind the notes. One thing I'll never forget: Joop Celis, my former teacher and amazing pianist, told me to "listen in between the notes." He often emphasized that there is a tension between the notes, allowing you to connect one note to the next. You need to listen to it very closely. And I always try to picture the emotions I want to convey and visualize a story or a scene in my head. I also like to do research on the background of a piece and the composer's intentions. What did a composer want it to sound like? We can't ask composers like Beethoven or Liszt anymore of course, but we can get "Urtext" editions of scores and listen to old recordings and/or play on older instruments to get closer to a more authentic interpretation. I also like listening to various interpretations, that helps in understanding different approaches. In the end, interpretation of music is also very personal.
You've worked with many renowned orchestras and conductors throughout your career. How do these collaborations shape your performance style, and are there any particular experiences that stand out to you?
The last time I played with an orchestra was during my Master Recital of the Fontys Academy of Music and Performing Arts. Me and clarinetist Janneke Steinmann reached out to our colleagues and friends to form a symphony orchestra, and we made it all happen! We worked with the renowned conductor Sander Teepen. He's absolutely amazing! I played Saint-Saëns' 2nd Piano Concerto. I already knew what it's like to play with an orchestra, but each time, it's a special and unforgettable experience. Working with a conductor is truly exciting as they always have interesting musical insights. They are in front of an orchestra and know every single aspect of the music. And one of the greatest parts and rewarding at the same time is working towards a goal together, with both conductor and an entire orchestra. And I just love the sound of an orchestra! As a soloist, you're right in the middle of it, surrounded by the incredible, rich sound.
Another highlight that shaped me like an artist is one I'll never forget. I played as a soloist with the Philips Symphony Orchestra during Frits Philips' 100th Birthday in his presence. Frits Philips was a chairman of the board of directors of the Dutch electronic brand Philips. When he turned 100, the entire city of Eindhoven celebrated his Birthday with events, and the concert was one of the main events. This took place in the prestigious venue Muziekgebouw Eindhoven in the Netherlands, my home country. He loved Mozart, and I had the honor to play Frits Philips' favorite Piano Concerto of Mozart with the Philips Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Jules van Hessen. This was an incredible experience, with standing ovations, and I got the chance to shake hands with Frits Philips when I got off the stage. And I remember the cheering audience and all the cameras and press around me.
Looking back, I learned a lot from playing with orchestras. Collaboration and communication with a conductor, dynamic control and balance, understanding orchestral structures, interpretative depth, and leadership.
Chamber music is a significant part of your repertoire. Can you tell us more about your experience performing in chamber ensembles and what makes it unique compared to solo performances?
Oh, I love playing chamber music a lot! My goal is to focus a lot more on chamber music in the near future. Sometimes, I say chamber music is like a "musical marriage," haha. You actually do a lot together. You share experiences; you travel together; you laugh and cry together... You know each other so well. You spend a lot of time together, of course, as you rehearse, travel, and play concerts. It's also necessary to be very close friends in order to make music and to be a good ensemble. This is way different than playing solo piano, which can be a lonely process sometimes. You're the only one playing; although you have the audience, you do it together with. But it's not just the performances; it's also the process of practicing you're alone as a solo pianist.
One of your noteworthy collaborations has been with violinist Martine Wijers. How did your duo form, and what do you believe makes your partnership so harmonious?
It's funny. Martine and I actually talked about this last week. We've been close friends since we were teenagers. We met each other in the Young Talent Department of the Fontys Academy of Music and Performing Arts, where I eventually graduated from my Master of Music. At the time we studied in the Young Talent Department, we started our duo and we never stopped playing together. We gave several concerts in the Netherlands, and we traveled to the Czech Republic to do master classes and concerts. I think our close friendship has made our duo so successful and harmonious. Because we know each other so well, one glance at each other is enough to know what we want with the music.
Your repertoire spans a diverse range of styles and composers. Is there a particular composer whose work resonates most with you, and why?
Chopin, of course, haha! Other than Chopin, there are so many great composers. I can't even choose! But I also love, for example, Schumann or Rachmaninoff. I always love Schumann's duality of joy and melancholy and psychological depth. The contrasting moods, such as in his Carnaval op. 9—it's amazing how he reflected this in his music. Rachmaninoff's music has such a rich sound that I love so much. Take his two Piano Trios Elegiaque, for example. His music is deeply personal and expressive. His chord progressions are just amazing! He wrote many of his compositions as a way to navigate his own emotions and life experiences, and this is evident in the music itself. Each piece has a sense of passion, longing, and yearning. I don't know. There are, of course, a lot more composers I love, such as Beethoven and Brahms. Just too many! But if I'd need to choose for a certain style period, then it's definitely late Classical and Romantic eras.
You've mentioned that performing Liszt's 1st Piano Concerto with the Youth Orchestra of the Netherlands was a highlight of your career. What made this experience so memorable for you?
I toured through the Netherlands with this orchestra. It was a tour of 5 concerts total at prestigious venues such as Vredenburg Utrecht (now called TivoliVredenburg) and Oosterpoort in Groningen. I played Liszt's 1st Piano Concerto, an amazing work. It was very unique as the orchestra consists of young, very talented musicians who are highly motivated to play. The vibe is great, you feel a lot of energy from the orchestra, and the motivation to work together towards a perfect performance is great. They have a lot of fun together, everyone is friends with each other, while they are also very professional. Their motto is basically, "work hard, play hard." And Jurjen Hempel, of course. He has been leading and conducting the orchestra for many years, and you can hear and feel it. I loved working with him. Also, to play this Piano Concerto 5 times in a short period of time is something you learn a lot from. Each concert is different, with a different audience in a different venue and acoustics.
As an artist, you have achieved so much in a relatively short period. What do you consider your greatest accomplishment so far, and what are your goals for the future?
I think my upcoming album release is. Like I said, it feels like a reward for all the hard work I've done in the past. My main goals for the future, as I mentioned before, I want to play a lot more chamber music. Not just duos, but also piano trio, piano quartets, and piano quintets... On a musical level, my goal is to keep striving for emotional depth and, telling the story behind the notes and conveying that to the audience during my concerts.
For young musicians who are just starting out, what advice would you give them about building a successful career as a classical pianist?
I always encourage others to focus on their own journey and not to worry about what others are doing. Focusing on others can distract you from your own path and hinder your progress. Everyone has their own unique development and pace. Additionally, I recommend investing in networking, getting to know people in the field. Attend concerts and listen to other musicians perform for inspiration, and consider forming ensembles.
Finally, when do you feel accomplished?
When I'm able to connect with my audience, share my musical story with them. It's not just about playing the notes but about conveying a story, a set of emotions, or even a particular atmosphere that I experience while performing. Especially when the audience tells me what they heard resonates with what I intended to express, it's the most rewarding feeling.
Read more about pianist Sharon Niessen on her website.
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The King was presented with a special hand-knitted cake to mark 10 years of his charity’s textiles education programmes.
Charles looked delighted with the two-tier, woollen cake complete with colourful, crafted decorations and knitted candles and piping, which was presented alongside an assortment of knitted cupcakes.
Future Textiles was set up by The King’s Foundation in 2014 after being inspired by Charles to address the skills gap in the UK textiles industry through education and training.
The collection of cakes in celebration of 10 years of Future Textiles ( Mike Wilkinson/King’s Foundation/PA)
A decade on, more than 7,000 people have benefited from its courses, with projects run in collaboration with high profile brands and firms such as Chanel and Yoox Net-a-Porter.
Members of Knitwise, sessions run by Future Textiles to develop locally based high-skilled hand-knitters, presented the King with the unique celebratory cake at the charity’s annual graduation event at its Dumfries House headquarters in Ayrshire, Scotland, last month.
The anniversary is also being marked by an exhibition at the Garrison Chapel in London, which regularly hosts showcases by Foundation students, with the cake on public display, alongside a range of garments made by alumni over the last 10 years.
The King inspired the Future Textiles initiative (King’s Foundation/PA)
Other Future Textiles projects include the 10-month, paid Modern Artisan initiative, which gives fashion and textile graduates the chance to design and make a sustainable, luxury line of outfits using heritage skills for the Yoox Net-A-Porter for The King’s Foundation label.
Jacqueline Farrell, education director at the King’s Foundation, said: “Initially, Future Textiles benefitted secondary school age pupils by introducing them to the beauty of making and ensuring they understood the technical sewing and craft processes that are so vital to responsible fashion design and manufacturing.
“Due to the incredible support of the industry and our partners, the programme grew rapidly and now offers a huge range of courses ranging from day workshops and weekly community groups, to full-time courses which provide students with the skills needed to start their own businesses and gain employment in the industry.”
She added: “We are proud to count among our graduates talented artisans now making their mark in the fashion industry as key practitioners for some of the world’s best-known brands, and founders of businesses that promote sustainability through long-lasting, high-quality garments and products.”
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‘The Art of the Steal’ – Kamala Harris accused of plagiarism
Wikipedia is among the dozen or more sources plagiarised by presidential hopeful Kamala Harris in her 2009 book Smart on Crime, according to a bombshell report released earlier today.
Uncovered by the renowned Austrian “plagiarism hunter” Stefan Weber, the story came to light stateside thanks to journalist Christopher Rufo, and already boasts over a million posts on X.
Weber, who helped depose former German Defence Minister Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg and former Family Affairs Minister Franziska Giffey by uncovering plagiarism in their doctoral research, has labelled Ms Harris’ instances of plagiarism “vicious”.
For his part, Rufo was a key player in the resignation of Claudine Gay, the former President of Harvard University, whose plagiarism scandal occupied mainstream headlines for weeks on end.
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Smart on Crime: A Career Prosecutor’s Plan to Make Us Safer was a short hardcover volume Ms Harris released at the dawn of her political career as she began campaigning for the role of California’s attorney general. With her face and name featuring prominently on the cover, Rufo posits that this book “helped to establish her credibility on criminal-justice issues”.
According to Rufo, Ms Harris and her co-author Joan O’C Hamilton:
- “lifted verbatim language from an uncited NBC News report” in a discussion on high school graduation rates
- “without proper attribution, reproduced extensive sections from a John Jay College of Criminal Justice press release” and “passed off the language as their own, copying multiple paragraphs virtually verbatim”
- “lifted promotional language from an Urban Institute report, and failed to cite [the] source” when “attempting to write a description of a nonprofit group”
The instance involving Wikipedia was especially grievous. Harris and her co-author contributed just 11 of their own words to an otherwise unedited 90-something word paragraph stolen from the famously unreliable crowdsourced site. Rufo explains:
To make matters worse, in duplicating Wikipedia’s language, Harris seems to have missed critical information and misstated a relevant detail. She claims, in prose identical to the online encyclopedia’s, that “illegal vending was down 24 percent” as a result of the court’s policies. Early in the paragraph, Harris cites the Bureau of Justice Assistance report to substantiate the figure. But she made a mistake: On Wikipedia, the “24 percent” figure was apparently tied to a different report, which found that “arrests for unlicensed vending,” rather than unlicensed vending as such,“fell by 24 percent” (emphasis mine). Her reliance on Wikipedia, an unreliable source, led to an unreliable conclusion.
Stealing intellectual property for a book about crime? Quoting from Wikipedia for a publication whose title begins with the word “Smart”? That’s some brazen conduct — and some delicious irony to boot.
In Ms Harris’ defence, she is in good company. Between a 2016 piece by NPR titled “A Brief History Of Politicians Lifting Words From Other Sources”, and Politico’s more recent “5 times politicians were accused of plagiarizing,” almost a dozen other prominent figures are identified sullying their good name via linguistic bootlegging.
Mentioned in both reports was none other than Harris’ colleague-in-chief President Joe Biden, whose plagiarism in several 1987 speeches, and later revelations of similar conduct during his law school days, precipitated the end of Biden's campaign to become the 41st US president.
In a parallel universe (or a prior decade), it’s easy to imagine today’s revelation likewise ending Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign.
Alas, we live in this universe, and in this decade — in which the legacy media’s undisguised purpose is to run cover for its preferred (read “progressive”) candidate.
The New York Times has already published a hose-down pleasing to Kamala and her campaign staff that uses the predictable, yawn-inducing “Republicans pounce” framing.
“Conservative Activist Seizes on Passages From Harris Book,” the Pravda-esque headline hisses. The article’s lede pleads that “a plagiarism expert said the lapses were not serious”. What a convenient expert to have on hand.
As Rufo has already quipped in response, it’s not just the Times’ angle that’s amiss but also its key facts:
The Times claims that I only argued that Kamala Harris plagiarized “five sections” involving “about 500 words.” But this isn’t true. In my story, I wrote that Stefan Weber argued there are “more than a dozen” instances of “‘vicious plagiarism.’” This past Saturday, I provided the Times not only with my written analysis, which argues that there are “more than a dozen,” but with Weber’s full dossier, which included 18 allegations of varying severity. So, the Times deliberately withheld this crucial contextual information from its readers and from the supposed plagiarism expert, who, based on this limited information, called it “not serious.” They could have easily confirmed the “more than a dozen” point, but instead, lied by omission.
In his reply, Rufo exposed at least three other materially false claims made by the NYTabout the juicy story.
Will Harris get away with her misconduct, and escape the fate of her political predecessors who fell on their own swords?
Will the in-kind campaign contributions of the corporate press be enough to keep her in the race?
The answer is of course yes — but the media’s contortions will at least provide us with a few days’ comic relief.
Is this just a distraction from the real issues of the campaign – or a key to Ms Harris’s character?
Kurt Mahlburg is a writer and author, and an emerging Australian voice on culture and the Christian faith. He has a passion for both the philosophical and the personal, drawing on his background as a graduate architect, a primary school teacher, a missionary, and a young adult pastor.
Image credit: Vice President Harris on the campaign trail / www.whitehouse.gov
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Anon Emouse commented 2024-10-15 21:45:38 +1100Also Kurt – do you think it’s ok for Trump to use the military on people who don’t vote for him, as he indicated this weekend? I find that far more disqualifying than plagiarism accusation. Though watching mercatornet and right wing media ignore those comments for the next few days will provide plenty of entertainment.
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Anon Emouse commented 2024-10-15 21:32:10 +1100Shouldn’t be surprised Kurt is picking up on a Christopher Rufo story and trying to make something out of it.
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It’s been quite the week for HGTV star Mina Starsiak Hawk. Not only has she been working hard to close down her in person Two Chicks District Co. retail store and keep the online shop running, but in an October 10 Instagram post, Starsiak Hawk revealed her house was the target for a recent theft, which she caught on video.
“Dude stole two packages off our porch this morning while Steve was up just before 5. 🤬 And it almost annoys me more that he didn’t close the gate! Steal our stuff and let our dog possibly run away 👊🏻 Not cool, man,” Starsiak Hawk wrote in the post, which included front yard security footage of a stranger waltzing right up to her front door and making off with two packages. “If you live around here (we’re in north square), give this a share in the off chance we can figure out who this dude is. The items weren’t incredibly valuable, but it’s just the principle of it. Hope this dude has a little girl who’s been dying for some tap shoes and a lady who’s been itching for an oversized denim jacket. SMH.”
Fans Send Suggestions to Mina Starsiak Hawk
Fans took to Starsiak Hawk’s comment section with their thoughts on her recent theft and ideas for how she may be able to track down the culprit.
“May be time for another glitter bomb! I cannot believe the boldness of these porch pirates!!” one fan wrote. Glitter bomb-ing involves leaving out a fake package full of glitter, so that when a package thief opens the stolen box, the glitter spills out all over them, making a big mess.
Another user shared their own messy idea, writing on Starsiak Hawk’s post, “I’m in Fletcher Place and have considered leaving out Amazon boxes on my front porch with used cat litter/waste. Maybe he’ll hit up me next. 😂.”
“🙁 Doesn’t look like he had gloves on, might have prints on the gate,” one fan added, trying to find clues in Starsiak Hawk’s video. While it is a good suggestion, Starsiak Hawk responded, “our police department isn’t going to waste time or resources printing it unfortunately.
“My BIL has a big lock box on his porch that is for deliveries and they have to put a code in to open the box and drop the package in. He leaves the code in the delivery instructions part so they know how to open it. He has had no more packages stolen. I’m actually considering getting me one as well,” another fan shared.
Jonathan Knight Called Out Trespassers on Property
Starsiak Hawk isn’t the only HGTV star to call out trespassers, as “Farmhouse Fixer” star Jonathan Knight took to social media in a since-deleted August 5 Instagram post to share a message after catching fans sneaking onto his “Farmhouse Fixer: Camp Revamp” property.
“Thank you all for watching FHF Camp Revamp. It was a pleasure filming our journey. As of now we are still working on the property and it’s only open to friends and family. Tour took me away from finishing up! I ask that if you’ve found its location that you respect that we aren’t open yet! Please know security is in full force to keep people out of what is still private property. Thanks for your understanding! We will keep you updated as soon as possible. Jon & Harley,” Knight wrote at the time.
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Slow Horses season 6 confirmed, but playing strange game with source material
A promise of 'retaliation and revenge' awaits in the upcoming Slow Horses season 6.
The Slow Horses just keep chugging along, as Apple has officially announced that Slow Horses season 6 is coming just days after Slow Horses season 4 ended and they teased us with what’s to come in Slow Horses season 5. But there was more to the announcement than just an official green light. Some plot details teased exciting developments that will change the game up for the characters, but also a major tweak in how the show's been adapting the Mick Herron books its based on.
Here is the quick description of the Slow Horses season 6 plot that Apple teased in its announcement: “Season six sees the Slow Horses on the run as Diana Taverner embroils them all in a fatally high-stakes game of retaliation and revenge.” That’s interesting as it could also foreshadow a messy situation in Slow Horses season 5, but another detail adds to the intrigue. Slow Horses season 6 is being adapted from two of Herron’s books, Joe Country and Slough House, a change in format from the first five seasons.
Each of the Slow Horses seasons to date, and the one upcoming in season 5, have been adapted from a single book in Herron’s Slough House series. Now Emmy-winning creator Will Smith is combining two of Herron’s books into a single season that, like all the others, is going to be six episodes long. Though I haven’t read most of Herron’s Slough House books, I can certainly understand how combining two into one season without an expanded number of episodes could cause some concern.
Also, a bit concerning is what this means for the future of the show. Clearly Apple TV Plus sees it as one of their flagship series (hence the early greenlight on season 6), but this combination of books into a single season could mean we’ll ultimately get less Slow Horses than we thought. Herron, to date, has published eight books in the Slough House series. Joe Country and Slough House are number six and seven, respectively, meaning there is only one more book in the main series. Could that mean we’re only going to get one more season of Slow Horses after season 6?
To be fair, there are other books by Herron that are set in the Slow Horses universe that could be used for additional stories should they so choose. And book eight in the series, Bad Actors, was published in April 2023, after the show premiered, so there could be more books on the way, but we'll see. And what happens if the show catches up or surpasses Herron's writing? Game of Thrones fans may have just had a chill run down their spine.
Focusing on the positive though, aside that more Slow Horses is on the way, the main ensemble — Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar, Christopher Chung, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Ruth Bradley, Joana Scanlan and Jonathan Pryce — are all mentioned in the announcement, meaning there’s a good chance they’ll all be part of season 6 (unless its a misdirection so we’re not spoiled on season 5). Also, Samuel West, who did not appear in season 4, is listed, revealing that his character, Peter Judd, will be back.
Slow Horses season 5 does not have a release date yet, but if it follows the timeline for each season it won’t come out until the second half of 2025. Slow Horses season 6 then is likely not arriving until 2026. So whether or not this bit of news is any kind of signal about Slow Horses winding down (we hope not), we still have multiple years left to enjoy the series.
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According to the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments rose 4.0% year-over-year to 316.1 million units in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24).
Apple maintained its second-place position in the global smartphone market, shipping 56 million iPhones and capturing a 17.7% market share. This represents a 3.5% year-over-year growth from the 54.1 million units shipped in 3Q23, when Apple held a 17.8% market share, as seen at Apple World Today.
Samsung retained its lead with an 18.3% market share, shipping 57.8 million smartphones. Following Apple, Xiaomi secured the third position with a 13.5% market share, while OPPO and vivo rounded out the top five with 9.1% and 8.5% market shares, respectively.
Apple’s success in 3Q24 was partly due to the continued popularity of older iPhone models, particularly the iPhone 15, which benefited from heavy promotions and increased marketing activities.
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For years, singer/songwriter Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, refused to write a memoir; she told people she thought her life wasn’t interesting enough to fill a book.
"I think she's had a complicated relationship with existing in the public eye and wanting to connect to people and share her story, but also really not enjoying having attention on her," Lisa Marie's daughter, Riley Keough says.
Eventually, Lisa Marie changed her mind about the memoir. She began making audio recordings about her life and reached out to Keough for help with the project. A month later, in January 2023, Lisa Marie died suddenly, and Keough had to decide whether or not to complete the book.
"I received the tapes. And then I kind of put it off for a while because I was like, why am I doing this to myself?" Keough says. "But the project of the book really felt like a duty to me. ... It felt like just a task that had to be done, so then I think I approached it in that way."
The book, From Here to the Great Unknown, takes its title from a lyric from the song “Where No One Stands Alone,” featured on a 2018 compilation album of Lisa Marie singing duets with archival recordings of her father's favorite gospel songs. In the book, Lisa Marie describes growing up in Graceland and shock of losing her father when she was 9. She also looks back on her three marriages, her battle with addiction and the loss of her son, Benjamin Keough, who died by suicide in 2020.
Keough, who is listed as a co-author of the memoir, says she struggled throughout to capture her mother's voice.
"[Lisa Marie] was very complicated and she was very candid and honest and raw and tough and wild and rebellious," Keough says. "But she also had a side to her that was very sort of childlike and naïve as well. And [she was] one of the most loving people I've ever met. But also I don't know if she could ever receive love, which was interesting."
Interview highlights
On Lisa Marie’s relationship to her parents, Elvis and Priscilla
I think that she was so close with her father, like she was a daddy's girl and he was everything to her that the loss of him was so great. And I think that dictated the relationship she had with her mother. …
Priscilla was a very young mother, and obviously my grandmother was living in this world that was totally overwhelming and unusual and she [had] to be Elvis' wife. And I think there was a lot of pressure on her to be perfect and to be the perfect wife and woman that ever lived. … And I think that my mom and her were very different. Like my mother was very wild and unruly and rebellious and radical kind of, and [Priscilla] was very well mannered and perfect, kind of the opposite of my mom, so I think they would butt heads often. … I also think that that had to do with the fact that she was in grief, too, so I think that she was acting out. She was angry at the universe for taking her father away and that everything and everyone was not him.
On Lisa Marie’s account of the day Elvis died in 1977
She always felt protective over that story. I always got the sense that she would never share the details of that day publicly, but then when I got the tapes, I heard that she wanted to share the details of that day. …
She basically came into my grandfather's room and he was in his bathroom and she saw him in there and then somebody grabbed her and brought her out into her room. And the ambulance came. And I think she says she went to smoke a cigarette. She was 9 years old. And then she watched him get brought down the stairs on a gurney. And she kind of says she remembers seeing his shoes or his hand or something like that. And he gets wheeled out of the house. And then a few moments later, his father, Vernon, basically, she hears him yelling and saying, “My baby's gone” … and I think Vernon said, “Your daddy's gone.”
On the family grieving alongside the public
The whole world was grieving her father, and she talks about watching people come through the house and people fainting and having to be carried out and ambulances coming to get people. ... I think it was a very interesting way to grieve. And I think that it kind of maybe didn't leave her a lot of room for her own grief.
On Lisa Marie’s connection to Graceland
She was very happy to be at Graceland. And in general, like if we were in Memphis, she just loved it there. She wanted a house there. And it was where she grew up and had some of her best memories as a child. We always had a lot of fun there. We would have dinners there and Thanksgiving and when the tours were over, obviously we would hang out in the house and they would take the ropes down and it was just like a family home for us. We would hang out in the living rooms and me and my brother would run downstairs and play pool with our cousins. And so we got to experience it as a home growing up. … And her father's room, which has never been part of the tour, her room in her father's room are upstairs in the house, and it's really only been a few people who are allowed up there and just our family. And she kept a key with her, and it was just a place that she went. It was like a place of comfort for her. I think she really felt her father in the room.
On Lisa Marie’s marriage to Michael Jackson being questioned as a publicity stunt
Their love was very genuine and they were in love and they were in a real relationship and slept in bed together and were very normal. But I think that when you're that famous, there's a lot of people around. I think both camps kind of had people in their ears about each other. My mom started to perceive that maybe he was on drugs and he started to maybe get the idea that she was on to him maybe being on drugs. And then I think there was paranoia. I think my grandmother was apprehensive about the marriage and brought that idea up to my mom, and I think it just kind of exploded.
On Riley’s relationship Jackson
I think my mom says something in the book that people might kind of pass over, which is really kind of indicative of the whole thing, which is that like the version of Michael that was in her/our lives or that she was with, was different to, I think, the version that he presented on TV. Even the way he spoke was different. Probably with Elvis, too: There's the version of Elvis Presley for the world and then there's the version at home. And I think my experience with Michael was he felt like a human being and spoke differently. I remember the first time I saw him on TV, his register was higher and that's not how I was used to hearing him. And I remember thinking: That was interesting. So I think that in my life he felt like my mom's husband, like a stepfather.
On Lisa Marie seeing Elvis impersonators at her shows
She used to, before shows, peek out the side of the curtain and and find where they would be so that she wasn't surprised when she went out there and she would just peek around and kind of go, OK, there's one in the back, there's one over there so she wasn't shocked. … It's like some kind of wild fever dream to go out on stage and perform to your dead father, or like someone in costume. It's bizarre. People's relationship to him was as if he was like this sort of like God, you know? And so I don't think there was a lot of humanizing going on with her. It's not that they had ill intentions. I think that they're just fans and just maybe didn't realize how weird that would be for her.
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Broadway Dreams’ annual gala will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, with a cocktail hour at 6 PM and performances at 7 PM at The Plaza New York.
Broadway Dreams’ annual gala will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, with a cocktail hour at 6 PM and performances at 7 PM at The Plaza New York. Co-directed by Tony Award-winner Alex Newell and Emmy Award-nominated director and choreographer Spencer Liff, the Broadway Dreams Gala will feature musical performances by a cast of Broadway’s best together with an ensemble of the organization’s current students and alumni. The evening will raise critical funds for Broadway Dreams’ global work in supporting performing arts education, career development, and mentorship. Tickets are now on sale.
The evening will honor Tony Award-winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti and feature the presentation of the 2024 Founder’s Award to Christine Duffy, the highly esteemed President of Carnival Cruise Line.
“Through her exceptional talent, versatility, and commitment to supporting arts education and other charitable causes, Laura Benanti serves as a powerful inspiration for our Dreamers and young artists worldwide. Under the leadership of Christine Duffy, Carnival Cruise Line provides a valuable platform for countless young artists to showcase their talents and gain professional experience through their world-class entertainment offerings,” said Annette Tanner, Founder and President of Broadway Dreams. “All of us at Broadway Dreams are excited to celebrate the extraordinary talents and impressive accomplishments of this year's honorees at our 2024 Gala.”
Past honorees include Tony Award-winning and Emmy-nominated producer, Robert Greenblatt; Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning performer Billy Porter; Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning composer Tom Kitt; Tony Award-winning composer/lyricist duo Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty; Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer Heather Headley; and Emmy Award- nominated performer Tituss Burgess.
Founded in 2006, Broadway Dreams offers mentorship-driven performing arts training programs throughout the year. It draws on a wide network of teaching artists from the Broadway community and inspires students to awaken their highest potential. Now in its 17th year, Broadway Dreams has inspired more than 20,000 students in more than eight countries, including a record 3,200 in-person students in 2022 alone. Broadway Dreams has to date awarded more than $1.8M in scholarships, with more than 150 students booking professional breakthrough jobs since 2018.
The Broadway Dreams Board of Directors includes Dr. Elizabeth Faulkner (Chair), Marjorie Wynn, Adam C. Sansiveri, Margaret Busch, Michael Cox, Bruce Daitch, Martha Gorjanc, Bernie Jackson, Dan Knechtges, Nanci Lewis, Danny and Georgina Louchiey, Victoria Morris, Alex Newell, Chris Roberts, Ryan Stana, Lynne Latham Slear, Ivan Williams, Peter and Kelly Bailey, and Sonya Schroeder.
The Broadway Dreams staff includes General Manager, RRR Creative / Ryan Ratelle; Company Manager, Samantha Schoenfeld; Directors of Engagement and Opportunity, Rachel Hoffman and Peter Dunn; Director of Development, Neal Radding and Joe Finocchario; Social Media Manager Rico LeBron and Marketing Consultant Hannah Hawkshaw.
For more information on Broadway Dreams and its programs, please visit BroadwayDreams.org.
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Despite losing 34-17 at No. 16-ranked Louisiana State last Saturday, the UCLA football team had encouraging signs of life from its offense and the PFF grades back that up.
Here’s a look at how the Bruins fared individually (all grades shown are for players who appeared in at least 13 snaps):
Reserves receive glowing grades on offense
Freshman wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer, who made two catches for 61 yards, appeared in 19 snaps and made the most out of it with a team-best 78.6 grade on a scale of 100.
Slot receiver Logan Loya, who started in place of the injured Titus Mokiao-Atimalala, wasn’t far behind with a 70.1 grade.
The running back position got a collective boost from Jalen Berger (67.1) and Keegan Jones (66.8), who respectively had the third- and fourth-highest grades.
Here’s how the non-offensive linemen graded out:
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TORONTO: Canada said it has identified India’s top diplomat in the country as a person of interest in the assassination of a Sikh activist there and expelled him and five other diplomats Monday, in an escalating dispute over the June 2023 killing and allegations of other crimes.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada was expelling the Indian high commissioner and the others — all persons of interest, as Canada’s foreign minister said police had uncovered evidence of a worsening campaign against Canadian citizens by agents of the Indian government.
“We will never tolerate the involvement of a foreign government threatening and killing Canadian citizens on Canadian soil,” Trudeau said. He alleged that diplomats were collecting information about Canadians and passing it on to organized crime to attack Canadians, and said “India has made a monumental
mistake.”
India has rejected the accusations as absurd.
India’s foreign ministry in turn said it was expelling Canada’s acting high commissioner and five other diplomats, adding that they were told to leave by the end of Saturday.
Trudeau said last year there were credible allegations that India’s government had links to the assassination in Canada of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Canada’s foreign minister, Mélanie Joly, said the Royal Canadian Mounted Police had gathered “ample, clear and concrete evidence which identified six individuals as persons of interest in the Nijjar case.” -AP
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared a cordial moment, shaking hands and exchanging greetings before a dinner hosted by him ahead of the 23rd Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
Earlier that day, Jaishankar landed in Islamabad to attend the 23rd Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), where he was warmly received at Nur Khan Airbase by Ilyas Mehmood Nizami, Director General (South Asia) of Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Children dressed in traditional attire presented bouquets of flowers to the foreign dignitaries.
A red carpet was rolled out to welcome the guests, underscoring the importance of the event and the cordial relations between the two nations, as per the statement.
The two-day meeting of SCO CHG, the second highest forum within the SCO, will be chaired by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as the current chair of the Council, the statement further said.
As per the statement, Pakistan had assumed the rotating chair of the SCO CHG for 2023-24 at the previous meeting held in Bishkek on October 26, 2023, where the country was represented by then interim Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Landed in Islamabad to take part in SCO Council of Heads of Government Meeting."
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The 23rd SCO CHG is all set to kick off on Wednesday in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, with top-notch security measures in place.
The Ministry of External Affairs said that the meeting will focus on the trade and economic agenda of the organisation.
Jaishankar will lead the Indian delegation at the 23rd Meeting of the SCO.
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Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Q3 2024 Earnings: Key financials and quarterly highlights
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) reported its third quarter 2024 earnings results today.
Reported sales increased 5.2% year-over-year to $22.5 billion.
GAAP earnings decreased 37.5% to $2.7 billion while EPS fell 34% to $1.11 compared to last year. Adjusted EPS was down 9% to $2.42.
Revenue and earnings beat expectations.
For full-year 2024, JNJ expects reported sales of $88.4-88.8 billion and adjusted EPS of $9.88-9.98.
The stock was down 1% in premarket hours on Tuesday.
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FRESNO, CA — We’re several weeks away from Halloween, and you might already be thinking about your costume.
A new tool shared by Google is already predicting some of the popular ones you might see this year.
The website “Frightgeist” compiled popular go-to costumes from all over the country.
In the San Joaquin Valley, data shows people love to dress up as the wizard Harry Potter or the fairy Tinker Bell. But not all Valley costumes tend to be good-natured.
Some plan to mimic Chucky the evil doll or the supervillain the Mad Hatter.
If you don’t yet know what to dress up as this Halloween, across the country, Frightgeist’s data shows people tend to go with costumes that are in line with current trends.
So, don’t be afraid if you see the infamous Olympic Australian break-dancer Raygun prancing around your street.
But no matter the dress-up this Halloween, you and those who show up at your doorstep are either in for a trick or a treat.
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Town Burning Through Taxpayer Money Trying to Obscure 'Trump 2024' Sign Being Projected on Water Tower
A Massachusetts town is spending taxpayer money trying to overpower and obscure a political message being projected onto the local water tower.
The town of Hanson is scrambling to respond to a message supporting former President Donald Trump’s 2024 run for the White House after it was noticed Friday.
Local administrators and officials have used government resources, including blinding spotlights and highway department employees, in a failed attempt to overpower the “Trump 2024” projection.
According to a message released by town administrator Lisa Green, the town is targeting the resident who is believed to be projecting the image from his own property.
“On Friday, Oct. 11, the Town of Hanson became aware that a resident was projecting the image of a political sign from their property onto the Town of Hanson municipal water tower at 228 High St,” Green’s official statement said. “This misleads the public into believing that this activity is sanctioned by or condoned by the Town.”
Green said the town does not endorse any specific candidate and does not allow political signage on municipal property.
The projected sign is also a violation of the town’s bylaws, according to Green. She said there are plans to punish the resident over his pro-Trump projection.
“The Town is working on a Cease and Desist order to present to the resident,” Green’s statement continued.
“The Town intends to issue the maximum fine of $100 per day until the activity is discontinued.”
Efforts to illuminate the tower with powerful spotlights in an attempt to dim the political message have so far failed to render it unreadable. Green said the town is burning through resources and plans to spend even more money to erase the message.
“This individual’s actions have the potential to cost a significant amount of taxpayer dollars, including attorney fees, overtime to pay Highway Department workers to turn the spotlight on and off each day, and the potential for having to rent or purchase stronger lighting equipment,” Green’s statement said.
“The $100 per day fine will likely not cover these expenses.”
Video showed the projection on Hanson’s water tower and the failure of spotlights to completely drown it out.
NEW: Massachusets town orders resident to stop projecting a Trump 2024 sign on the town’s water tower.
Hanson, Massachusetts town leaders say they are fearful that the projection will “mislead” the public into thinking the town has endorsed Trump.
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Despite Green’s position that the town is in the right, residents are not entirely sold on the offensive against the pro-Trump message.
“The generators have been keeping us up at night,” Patrick Croghan, who lives across the street from the water tower, told WHDH. “They’ve been really loud, and that’s been more of a problem in my eyes.
“I thought it was ingenious and laughed and got a kick out of it, but I can understand the town not wanting it up there, 100 percent, just because it is a political thing.”
At least one other resident believes the projection should be allowed to stay.
“The town has to ensure that we are following the state laws, and I believe somebody has a right to put a Trump sign anywhere they want or a Walz-Harris [sign],” resident Lisa Carson told WHDH.
Despite the threats against the person behind the projection and efforts to blot it entirely from the water tower, it appears the pro-Trump message will continue to shine for the foreseeable future.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Three abstracts accepted for poster presentations on ALG-000184 and ALG-055009
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aligos Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALGS,“Aligos”), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving patient outcomes through best-in-class therapies for liver and viral diseases, today announced four abstracts have been accepted, including one late-breaker oral presentation and three poster presentations, at the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease's (AASLD) The Liver Meeting (TLM) 2024, being held November 15 – 19, 2024 in San Diego, CA. The abstracts released today can be found on the AASLD website at . Late-breaker abstracts will be available on November 15, 2024.
Details on the abstracts are as follows:
ALG-000184: Potential first-/best-in-class small molecule CAM-E for chronic hepatitis B (CHB)
Abstract #: 1213
Title: Monotherapy with the Capsid Assembly Modulator, ALG-000184, Results in High Viral Suppression Rates in Untreated HBeAg+ and HBeAg- Subjects with Chronic Hepatitis B or Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Infection
Presenter: Professor Man-Fung Yuen, MBBS, MD, PhD, DSc, Chair and Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Hong Kong
Date/Time: November 15, 2024, 8:00am – 5:00pm PT
Abstract #: 1266
Title: Capsid Assembly Modulators Such as ALG-001075 Induce Profound HBV DNA Knockdown and Directly Target HBeAg In Vitro
Presenter: Cheng Liu, PhD
Date/Time: November 15, 2024, 8:00am – 5:00pm PT
ALG-055009: Potential best-in-class small molecule THR- β for Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)
Format: Oral presentation
Title: ALG-055009, a Novel Thyroid Hormone Receptor Beta (THR-β) Agonist, was Well-tolerated with Significant Reductions in Liver Fat at Week 12 in Non-cirrhotic MASH Patients in the Ongoing Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-controlled Phase 2
Presenter: Rohit Loomba, MD, MHSc, Chief, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of California, San Diego
Date/Time: November 19, 2024 at 10:30am – 10:40am PT
Abstract #: 3226
Title: Nonclinical Toxicology Profile of ALG-055009, a Novel and Potent Thyroid Hormone Receptor β Agonist, for the Treatment of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)
Presenter: Dinah Misner, PhD
Date/Time: November 17, 2024, 8:00am – 5:00pm PT
About Aligos
Aligos Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGS) is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company founded with the mission to improve patient outcomes by developing best-in-class therapies for the treatment of liver and viral diseases. Aligos applies its science driven approach and deep R&D expertise to advance its purpose-built pipeline of therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and viruses with high unmet medical need such as hepatitis B and coronaviruses.
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Jon Bon Jovi has shared that he will be endorsing Kamala Harris for president.
In a post to his Instagram account, the legendary rock singer shined a spotlight on his song called "The People's House" from his Forever album. The track features group The War and Treaty and is a patriotic anthem.
Bon Jovi took to the caption to share that he will be putting his support behind Harris in the upcoming presidential election next month.
"'The People's House' is a song that celebrates this beautiful place that we call home, from sea to shining sea. @thewarandtreaty," he began.
"The truth matters. And the truth is on election day I'll be voting for @KamalaHarris and @TimWalz because I believe in the power of we, not of me. I've written a song reminding us that out of many, we are still one," Bon Jovi said.
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff went on to thank Bon Jovi for supporting his wife.
"It's my wife, and it's now or never. Election's coming in November. Thanks for supporting Kamala, @JonBonJovi!" he said in a post to Instagram.
This is not the first time that Bon Jovi has given his support to the Democratic Party. He previously supported current President Joe Biden and performed at the 2021 inauguration day "Celebrating America" concert. During his time there, he performed a cover of The Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun."
Harris has been the subject of support from various celebrities this upcoming election season. She has been given support from big names like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish as well as country icon Willie Nelson.
Recently, Eilish opened up about her decision to support Harris in an interview with Vogue.
"I mean, this is the most important election of our time, maybe, and it's so easy to be like, I don't want to think about it... I have that same kind of feeling: I'm one person, I can't make any change. But the truth is, we can all make change. And I have this platform and I'm going to use it," she told the outlet.
"Really big fan of human rights. Really big fan of women's rights and women's reproductive rights and social justice and gun laws... A lot of my fans are going to be able to vote for the first time. So I'm like, Do you like freedom?" Eilish added.
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Joker: Folie a Deux has had a rough ride since releasing on October 4 as it's been pretty well universally panned by critics and audiences alike.
Even lip readers on social media believe that Joaquin Phoenix, who plays Joker, said at the film's premiere to co-star Lady Gaga, who plays Harley Quinn, it's "horrible" adding the ending "could have been different".
Lady Gaga appeared to disagree however as some claimed she asked Phoenix "what are you talking about?" and seemingly said she "loved" the movie.
Now in its second week at the box office, Joker 2 has claimed a very unwanted record.
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Joker: Folie a Deux earned just $7 million in America over the weekend according to Comscore's estimates, a massive 81 per cent drop from its $37.8 million opening weekend.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, that makes it the worst second-weekend decline for a comic-book movie in history.
That title was previously held by The Marvels which had a whopping 78 per cent drop in its second weekend.
Joker: Folie a Deux fared a little better internationally, grossing an estimated $22.7 million from overseas markets for the weekend, putting its current global total at $165.3 million.
However reports claim it cost $450 million to make so it's still not even halfway to breaking even.
The movie's synopsis on Rotten Tomatoes says: "Joker: Folie a Deux finds Arthur Fleck institutionalised at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that's always been inside him."
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DI Ray season 2: release date, cast, plot, trailer, interview and everything we know
Parminder Nagra is back on ITV and ITVX for DI Ray season 2.
Following the huge success of DI Ray season 1 which aired in May 2022, ER star Parminder Nagra is back as Detective Inspector Rachita Ray, for DI Ray season 2.
Smartly scripted by Line of Duty star Maya Sonhi, the new series, which is set in Birmingham, sees Leicester-born DI Ray investigating the murder of a high-profile criminal. Sensitive ethnic issues relating to the case ignite racial tensions, causing a personal conflict for Rachita, both as a British Asian woman and as a police officer, which she must fight to prevent a turf war from erupting.
Season 1 ended on a dramatic cliffhanger as Rachita uncovered who was behind the murder of Imran Aziz, before being suspended by the chief of police pending further investigation. But what has Rachita been up to since we last saw her and what state is her career in?
Here's everything you need to know about DI Ray season 2...
DI Ray season 2 release date
DI Ray season 2 starts on Sunday, October 20 at 9pm on ITV1. Episode two airs the following evening on Monday, October 21 and the third episode airs on Tuesday, October 22 also both at (pm on ITV1.
There are six episodes in total, and the remaining three will air the following week on Sunday, October 27, Monday, October 28 and Tuesday, October 29.
All six episodes will be available on ITVX from Sunday, October 20.
There is currently no information on a US release date but we will update this guide if one is announced.
DI Ray season 2 plot
Two months after her suspension we are reunited with DI Rachita Ray who has been thrust back into homicide after a fatal drive-by shooting outside a Birmingham hospital leaves two dead.
One of the victims is Frank Chapman, the head of a notorious local crime syndicate, but the other is a young nurse, Megan Parks, who is also caught in the crossfire and killed.
Soon DI Ray finds herself caught up in a race against time to uncover the dark truth about the shooting before the Chapman family vows to get revenge and an all-out gang war erupts.
But, unfortunately for Rachita, her problems at work haven't gone away either, and she is left wondering whether to pursue an official complaint about the prejudice she is encountering.
DI Ray season 2 cast
As well as Parminder Nagra returning as Detective Inspector Rachita Ray, Gemma Whelan will return as DCI Kerry Henderson, Jamie Bamber is back as DI Martyn Hunter and Steve Oram will be returning as DS Clive Bottomley.
Ian Puleston-Davies returns as Superintendent Ross Beardsmore, Peter Bankole as DS Kwesi Edmund and Sam Baker-Jones as DC Liam Payne.
New cast members for season 2 include Patrick Baladi (Breeders, Line of Duty) as DI Patrick Holden, Dinita Gohil (Our House) as Anita Choudhry, Witney White (Father Brown) as DC Charlene Ellis, Michael Socha (Showtrial season 2, Big Boys Don’t Cry, Chernobyl) as Dave Chapman, Syreeta Kumar (Apple Tree Yard) as Sharan Mochani, Lauren Drummond (Holby City) as Suzie Chapman and Taha Rahim as Ravinder ‘Rav’ Mochani.
DI Ray season 2 episode guide
Episode one
Two months after her suspension, DI Rachita Ray is thrust back into homicide after a fatal drive-by shooting outside a Birmingham hospital leaves two dead: a young nurse, Megan Parks, and the head of a notorious local crime syndicate, Frank Chapman. DI Ray is in race against time to uncover the truth before the Chapman family act out their revenge and an all-out gang war erupts onto the streets.
Episode two
Having lost trace of two kidnappers in a daring car chase, DI Ray must team up with Serious Organised Crime to find her prime murder suspect before it’s too late. The team uncovers a sinister link between the Chapmans and Mochanis when a photo is discovered on Rav’s laptop, and Sharan Mochani receives an ultimatum. Rachita’s faith in her team is shaken when her behaviour is brought into question.
Episode three
The clock is ticking to track down an armed fugitive after a third murder victim is found, and Rachita is forced to confront a familiar face from her past. As racial tensions rise in the community, police failings are brought under the spotlight. A historical feud between Frank and a former associate breeds a fresh lead. Meanwhile, Suzie begins to make enquiries into her family’s affairs.
More episode information to follow...
Is there a trailer for DI Ray season 2?
Yes, you can watch all the fast-paced drama below...
DI Ray season 2 interview
We chatted to Parminder Nagra about what we can expect from season 2...
Can you explain where Rachita is at as season two gets underway?
"Well, it didn’t end well for her after the first season! She’s betrayed by her partner, a guy that she had strong feelings for got shot in front of her - I mean if anything could go wrong in her life, it’s pretty much gone wrong. Season 2 picks up pretty soon after, so she’s in a place where she’s probably not feeling her best and not very trusting of anyone. She just wants to be allowed to get on with her job."
Why do you think Rachita is so good at her job, and why do you think she wants to keep going with it?
"The reason she got into that profession is because she really, truly loves what she does, and she’s always searching for the truth. The series starts a little bit slow and then you just slowly see it picking up pace as she gets so into unpacking and unpicking everything as quickly as she can."
What was it like working on location in Birmingham?
"I think people genuinely feel quite proud because you’re doing something in their city. I remember in the first series where I went out to stop someone with a knife, and I was screaming at everybody to back away, I didn't realise that half the people that were standing there were real!"
Behind the scenes and more on DI Ray season 2
The six-part series of DI Ray is written by Line of Duty actress and screenwriter Maya Sondhi (Mount Pleasant, The Kumars, Ackley Bridge, EastEnders) and Sarah Deane (Compulsion, Granite Harbour).
The lead director is Nirpal Bhogal (Endeavour, Misfits), with the series produced by Roya Eslami (Adult Material) and executive produced by Madonna Baptiste (Stephen, Black Mirror) and Jed Mercurio (Trigger Point, Line of Duty).
The series was filmed in the Midlands and is produced by HTM Television, an independent production company co-owned by Jed Mercurio and Hat Trick Managing Director Jimmy Mulville. It will be distributed globally by Hat Trick International and Anton Corp.
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The Chicago Bears might still be able to find use for benched former starter Nate Davis and the remainder of his $30 million contract for the 2024 season — if they can find a trade partner for him before the nearing NFL trade deadline.
Davis has fallen out with the Bears over the first six weeks of the 2024 season. The team benched him from his starting job at right guard in favor of veteran Matt Pryor heading into Week 3’s game against the Indianapolis Colts. The Bears then demoted Davis from his depth role for Week 6’s game in London, keeping Bill Murray active instead of him.
While the Bears seem comfortable with their interior offensive line depth without Davis in the mix, though, other teams struggling to man the inside of their line could take an interest in the 28-year-old guard before October 5’s trade deadline given his experience.
Bleacher Report’s Scouting Department even urged the Colts to take a swing on Davis, proposing they could trade for him as a replacement for starting right guard Will Fries, who landed on the injured reserve list on October 7 following his tibia surgery.
“Elsewhere, Nate Davis was just benched in Chicago,” BR’s Scouting Department wrote on October 14. “The Bears might be willing to part with the veteran after he failed to live up to his contract. It’s not the most ideal scenario for the Colts, but Davis is at least an experienced veteran with a decent baseline of production.”
Bears Left Nate Davis Inactive for Win Over Jaguars
If the Colts wanted Davis, the Bears would most likely not demand a steep trade price. They might even be willing to settle for a late Day 3 draft pick if it relieves them of the financial burden of Davis’ contract — which runs through the end of the 2025 season.
The real question, though, is: Why would any team consider trading for Davis?
Davis has started 67 of his 71 career games since coming into the NFL as a third-round pick in 2019, so he has the experience — at least, superficially — that a team could want to reinforce the interior of its offensive line. It speaks volumes, though, that the Bears are unwilling to play Davis despite their unsteady play on the interior and the heaps of money they are paying him. Davis has a $11.35 million cap hit for the 2024 season.
The biggest indictment of Davis’ value is the Bears’ most recent decision to leave him inactive for Week 6’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Davis had already lost his starting job before the matchup, but the Bears chose to trust Murray — who just played his first career NFL game in Week 5 — as their backup guard instead of Davis.
Maybe a team like the Colts is desperate enough to take a shot on Davis, but it is hard to imagine anyone looking at his situation in Chicago and thinking he is worth acquiring.
Could Bears Consider Releasing Nate Davis Instead?
The Bears have already taken a few steps toward making Davis obsolete for their line, but it could get even easier to sit him when they emerge from their bye week in Week 8.
As of October 15, both guard/center Ryan Bates and offensive Larry Borom are eligible to be activated from the injured reserve list for the Bears. The team has not designated either one to return to practice — the first step in the activation process — but they will have roughly two weeks to make those decisions before playing in their next game.
If they do active Bates before Week 8’s game against the Washington Commanders, the Bears will have essentially run out of reasons to keep Davis active on game days. And if that is the case, it begs the question: Should the Bears just release Davis instead?
The Bears would not save much money if they released Davis, but they may feel it is still their best decision if they want to use his roster spot on someone who can contribute to their team. They would also save $9.5 million against the salary cap in 2025 with the move; although, they would save the same amount if they waited until the offseason.
The Bears could also justify the move if they feel Davis is negatively impacting their team culture. The Athletic’s Adam Hoge reported in September that the team had grown “frustrated” with Davis’ practice habits — which is to say he does not like to practice. If Davis isn’t good enough to play and has attitude problems, the Bears could simply cut bait as they did with wide receiver Chase Claypool during the 2023 season.
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Apple has introduced the latest iteration of its iPad mini, with upgrades in performance and functionality. The new device is powered by the A17 Pro chip, that was last seen in iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, and it delivers a 30% boost in CPU performance and a 25% increase in graphics performance compared to its predecessor.
The updated iPad mini supports Apple Intelligence. This means that this device can have writing tools, a more capable Siri, and advanced photo editing capabilities.
Connectivity has been enhanced with support for Wi-Fi 6E, with up to twice the performance of the previous generation. The device also has 5G in cellular models and a faster USB-C port.
The new iPad mini maintains its compact 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display and is available in four colors, including new blue and purple options. It now supports the Apple Pencil Pro.
Camera has been improved with a 12MP wide back camera supporting Smart HDR 4 and AI-powered document scanning. The front-facing camera is still the same 12MP Ultra Wide with center-stage support.
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County to consider Grant Creek Crossing district, infrastructure
Martin Kidston
(Missoula Current) Missoula County will explore solutions to a number of concerns raised around the proposed establishment of a targeted economic development district on property that most agree could be a highly valuable community asset.
Located at the corner of North Reserve Street and Interstate 90, the parcel covers 84 acres and is mostly vacant, less a single storage facility. Given the property's location near the urban core, advocates of redevelopment say storage isn't the highest and best use of the property.
“But that's the type of development you'd get without the investment of infrastructure in this area,” said Brad Archibald, a consultant for the county. “We need to invest in the efficient delivery of infrastructure to afford proper development in this area, one that supports the development of attainable workforce housing.”
While a number of potential projects have already been envisioned for the Grant Creek Crossing property, the parcel remains mostly vacant and lacks the infrastructure needed to support urban development.
The county's proposed comprehensive development plan envisions redevelopment that brings in value-added industries that support both economic growth and workforce housing. The county last month declared the area infrastructure deficient and adopted a resolution of necessity.
Now, it's looking to establish a targeted economic development district (TEDD) for the property. Doing so would capture tax increment and enable the county to reinvest that back into the cost of public infrastructure. The proposal was recommended for approval by the Consolidated Planning Board.
“The TEDD designation enables local governments to address infrastructure deficiencies that impede economic growth,” said Flanna McLarty, the land and economic development specialist for the county. “The creation of the Grant Creek Crossing TEDD will enable the county to fund infrastructure such as transportation, water, wastewater, utilities, workforce housing and life-safety services.”
While there are few opponents of developing the property given its prime location, some issues remain including potential traffic impacts on North Reserve, and the impacts that a TEDD could have on both the Hellgate School District and the Missoula Rural Fire District.
Like an urban renewal district in the city, a TEDD temporarily caps the existing taxes generated from a parcel and collects any future tax increment to pay for the cost of infrastructure. That can have impacts on tax-reliant jurisdictions.
“Although we're good at overcoming the challenges we face, those challenges come at a cost to the fire district and ultimately the taxpayer,” said Paul Finlay, chief of the Missoula Rural Fire District. “We're facing a potential sixth TEDD in our district. They've placed a significant unfunded workload and liability on the fire district, which is an impact to our taxpayers.”
The Hellgate School District expressed similar concerns in light of what it described as the Legislature's failure to meet the needs of public education in Montana.
But county officials said that the adoption of the TEDD and the comprehensive development plan would consider such concerns. The county will give the proposal final consideration next month.
“I believe there are solutions to this. In no way would we move forward without figuring those things out,” said Commissioner Josh Slotnick. “If you look around the greater Missoula area, tax increment financing has been a spectacularly successful tool. I also understand there are real impacts. This isn't a binary yes or no. We can mitigate the impacts by working together.”
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The UCLA football team switched up its schedule to start the week, opting for a Monday evening practice before returning to the usual early morning schedule for Tuesday and Wednesday.
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After whitewashing Bangladesh, the Indian team under the leadership of Rohit Sharma will lock horns with New Zealand in a three-match Test series, with the first Test starting from Wednesday, October 16 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
India’s ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah has been named as the vice-captain of the team. Earlier, he led the Indian team during the rescheduled fifth Test match against England in July 2022 at Edgbaston. He also led India in the away T20I series against Ireland in 2023.
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Housebuilder sets aside £45.6m to fix structural defect at project
Bellway’s profit has been dented by costs relating to structural defects at a high-rise residential scheme in south-east London.
Preliminary results for the year to July detailed the costs of a defective reinforced concrete frame at a historic scheme in Greenwich, which was first identified in the previous financial year.
The housebuilder has set the current provision for the cost of remediation work at £45.6m and expects the cash outflow to be over the next three years.
For the most recent financial year, Bellway set aside an exceptional pre-tax expense of £15.3m relating to the defect, of which £14.1m was recognised in cost of sales.
Bellway said the “scope and extent of the required works” had increased during the year as the remediation design and strategy evolved.
It said it had reviewed other buildings where the same third parties responsible for the design of the frame in the Greenwich development had been involved and found “no other similar design issues with reinforced concrete frames”.
“We are actively seeking recoveries in relation to the structural defect identified, but as these are not virtually certain at the balance sheet date, no reimbursement assets have been recognised,” it added.
The expense contributed to a total £37m in legacy building safety costs, which hit the housebuilder’s pre-tax profit for the year.
Profit before tax stood at £183.7m, down 62% from £483m.
It said site profitability decreased in line with expectations, ”arising from cost inflation and the use of sales incentives, together with higher site-based overheads due to the generally slower sales market since the summer of 2022.”
The profit figure was also impacted by £5.4m in aborted transaction costs related to its move to buy rival builder Crest Nicholson.
An offer proposed on 3 July would have seen Crest Nicholson’s shareholders receive 0.099 shares in Bellway for each share they own in Crest Nicholson.
Despite saying its plan to take over its smaller rival would deliver operational benefits, the larger business announced in the middle of August that it was backing away from the plan.
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Even without these exceptional costs, pre-tax profit would have been down 57.5% according to the firm.
Revenue was also down, by 30% from £3.41bn to £2.38bn, and home completions dropped by the same percentage, from 10,945 to 7,654.
The business attributed this “to the lower starting forward order book and challenging trading conditions, particularly in the first half of the financial year”.
Jason Honeyman, group chief executive, said the performance was “resilient” in light of the “challenging operating conditions”.
He added customer demand through the second half had “benefitted from a moderation in mortgage interest rates which has eased affordability pressures and supported an increase in reservations”.
Private reservations rose 13.8% rose to an average of 124 per week.
“The combination of these improving trading conditions and our strong outlet opening programme has generated a healthy increase in the year end order book,” he said.
“As a result, we are well-placed to deliver a material increase in volume output in financial year 2025.”
Commenting on the new Labour government, Honeyman welcomed proposals to reform the planning system.
“Against this improving backdrop and if market conditions remain stable, our operational strength and robust balance sheet, combined with the depth and quality of our land bank, provide an excellent platform for Bellway to deliver strong multi-year growth and to continue creating long-term value for all “our stakeholders.”
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Nepal and Bhutan are seeking Indian investment to boost their hydroelectric output and export surplus power to New Delhi, officials from the two countries said on Tuesday at an industry event.
India, which aims for net zero emissions by 2070, is looking for renewable power to fuel its economic expansion. Nepal and Bhutan have surplus power and export 2,070 megawatts and 700 megawatts, respectively, to India.
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The two Himalayan nations seek investments to meet their power addition targets.
Bhutan aims to own 25 gigawatt of annual power generation capacity - 20 GW hydro and 5 GW of solar - by 2040, while Nepal seeks 28 GW generation capacity in the next 10-12 years, the officials said.
"To achieve (our target) we need access to financing from Indian banks, and access to the Indian energy market," said Chhewang Rinzin, managing director of Bhutan's state-run Druk Green Power Corp.
Indian private companies like Tata Power, Adani Group and Reliance Power have signed agreements with Druk Green for building hydro electric projects.
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Bhutan allows 49 per cent private investment in its hydro power project and if required would consider raising the limit to achieve its 2040 target, Rinzin said.
Nepal has an annual capacity to produce about 3,000 MW of power, which is 95 per cent hydro.
Indian private investment is required to develop potential projects, said Kul Man Ghising Tamang, managing director of Nepal Electricity Authority.
"Nepal's hydro power is open to all private companies and there is no restriction on investment," Tamang said, adding that multiple Indian companies including Adani group are working on projects that are under different stages of development.
(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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DUBAI: Iran condemned new EU and British sanctions on Tehran and denied providing ballistic missiles to Russia, spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, Esmaeil Baghaei, said in a post on X on Tuesday.
The European Union agreed on Monday to impose sanctions on seven people and seven organisations, including airline Iran Air, for their links to Iranian transfers of ballistic missiles to Russia.
The listings also include Saha Airlines and Mahan Air and Iran’s Deputy Defence Minister Seyed Hamzeh Ghalandari.
At the same time, Britain added nine new designations under its Iran sanctions regime. – REUTERS
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Key highlights from Bank of America’s (BAC) Q3 2024 earnings results
Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) reported its third quarter 2024 earnings results today.
Total revenue, net of interest expense, increased slightly to $25.3 billion from $25.2 billion in the same period a year ago.
Net income was $6.9 billion, or $0.81 per share, compared to $7.8 billion, or $0.90 per share, last year.
Average deposits increased 2% to $1.92 trillion while average loans and leases increased 1% to $1.06 trillion.
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ATLANTA — Local election board members in Georgia cannot refuse to certify election results in any scenario, even if they report concerns about fraud or errors, a state judge ruled Tuesday.
“If election superintendents were, as Plaintiff urges, free to play investigator, prosecutor, jury, and judge and so — because of a unilateral determination of error or fraud — refuse to certify election results, Georgia voters would be silenced,” Fulton County Superior Judge Robert McBurney wrote in his decision. “Our Constitution and our Election Code do not allow for that to happen.”
The ruling comes as several Republican local election board members have already declined to certify election results from primary contests earlier this year and after the Georgia State Election Board passed new rules that appeared to allow this discretion. Georgia’s Republican secretary of state has long emphasized that certification is not optional under Georgia law.
Julie Adams, a Republican on the Fulton County Board of Elections, asked the court to rule that her duty to certify is discretionary — not mandatory. Adams has declined to certify multiple elections this year.
McBurney has yet to decide on the new State Election Board rules themselves, which are being challenged in several other lawsuits.
New election rules
One rule says local boards should conduct a “reasonable inquiry” into the accuracy of the count before certifying results. The other says local board members must be allowed to examine all election-related documents “prior to certification of results.”
Several Democratic local election officials and voters, as well as the Democratic Party of Georgia and the Democratic National Committee, filed a lawsuit asking the courts to overturn the rules, or at least affirm that under Georgia law, local election boards’ duty to certify is mandatory, not discretionary.
Certifying election results at the county level is a critical step leading up to the Electoral College vote. Election observers worry that even unsuccessful attempts to block certification could result in disruptions or open the door for misinformation about the integrity of the election — which could have sweeping consequences in a critical swing state.
The Republicans on the State Election Board have faced scrutiny for a series of rule changes ahead of the November election that have been praised by former President Donald Trump. The last-minute tinkering with election rules has drawn criticism not only from Democrats and local election officials, who are scrambling to train poll workers, but also Georgia’s Republican secretary of state and attorney general.
Several of the rules, including a measure approved in September that requires poll workers to hand count the number of ballots cast on Election Day in each precinct, are facing multiple lawsuits and are in court over the next several days.
A trial over certification rules
During a roughly two hour trial, lawyers challenging the certification rules and those defending them agreed Georgia law is clear that election results must be certified by the state deadline. But they fought over whether the court should go further to rein in potentially rogue election officials who may not comply.
“We’re going to assume that public officials are going to fulfill their duty in good faith,” argued Elizabeth Young, the state’s senior assistant attorney general. “You do your best and you certify and you turn whatever the issue is that you think is not quite resolved over to the district attorney.”
McBurney was skeptical. “I happen to live in a county where a member of a board didn’t certify, so I’m wondering when we need to set aside this presumption when faced with real-life examples,” he replied, referencing Fulton County, where Republican members including Adams declined to certify election results earlier this year. Similar votes have occurred in other Georgia counties and in other swing states since 2020.
Attorneys challenging the rules pressed McBurney for a ruling making it undisputable that local election board members must certify.
In fact, later that same day, McBurney heard arguments in the lawsuit from Adams, the Fulton County election board member.
Her lawyer, who works for the Trump-aligned America First Policy Institute, argued that individual board members can vote against certifying or decline to certify certain buckets of votes as long as the board as a whole still moves to certify votes that are “correct.”
In his Tuesday ruling, McBurney did agree that any election information not protected from disclosure that is needed to inspect or conduct elections should be promptly provided to election board members. But he made clear that not receiving that information is not grounds to vote against certifying.
“[Election s]uperintendents are rule-writers, personnel trainers and managers, logisticians, marketers, and accountants. Much of what they do is left to their broad, reasoned discretion. But not everything — some things an election superintendent must do, either in a certain way or by a certain time, with no discretion to do otherwise,” McBurney wrote.
“While the superintendent must investigate concerns about miscounts and must report those concerns to a prosecutor if they persist after she investigates, the existence of those concerns, those doubts, and those worries is not cause to delay or decline certification,” he wrote.
The decision can be appealed, so litigation may be ongoing as Election Day nears.
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In death, people can flourish and find meaning
There’s a traditional French fable called “The Magic Thread”. An old witch gives a boy a ball of silken golden thread which represents his life. As he pulls the thread out of its container, life goes by in a blink of an eye. This enables him to skip over challenges and hardships, but at the end of his days he realises that he has failed to savour his life.
The moral is obvious – even the most difficult moments are opportunities for personal growth.
The voluntary assisted dying movement argues that these do not include death. Unless it is serene, sunny and painless, death is meaningless. Activists focus on agonizing pain, the tedium of unproductive days, and the humiliation of being a burden. It’s better to snap the thread before it reaches the end.
However, a recent research paper in the journal Theoretical Medicine and Bioethics by a Harvard University research team questions this gloomy view of terminal illness. Death, they say, can bring “significant opportunities for existential and moral growth even when one is in one’s final days of life.”
Xavier Symons and colleagues, of Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program in the Institute for Quantitative Social Science, argue that death can be a time when people “flourish” morally and spiritually. “Certain aspects of human goods, however, that are plausibly constitutive of flourishing—such as meaning and purpose, deep personal relationships, and character and virtue—can be uniquely realised when life is ending,” they write.
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Certainly, terminal illness can be agonisingly difficult. It may seem naïve to talk about “flourishing” at the end of life. But death is part of life and there is no doubt that some people experience “a strong sense of meaning and purpose, deeper social connectedness, or moral growth” in their last days.
The Greek philosopher Aristotle suggested that no one can be called happy until he dies a happy death. As the researchers put it:
One may … have a life that is for the most part characterized by virtue and suitably furnished with the trappings of success but still experience great misfortune at the end of life and not be considered blessed. Dying a good death, then, appears to be an important and, indeed, constitutive feature of a flourishing life.
The classic example for the Greeks is the character of Oedipus in Sophocles’ tragedy Oedipus Rex. He had solved the riddle of the Sphinx and had become a great king but his life ended in appalling misery. "Count no man happy till he dies, free of pain at last," comments the Chorus of the play.
There is another way of looking at the end of life. One could argue – and people do – give up while the going’s good. Choose death before it chooses you. Legalise voluntary assisted dying. That is more or less the theme of a famous and often-quoted article by Ezechiel Emanuel, a leading American bioethicist, in The Atlantic, “Why I hope to die at 75” – although he insisted that he did not endorse VAD.
Here is a simple truth that many of us seem to resist: living too long is also a loss. It renders many of us, if not disabled, then faltering and declining, a state that may not be worse than death but is nonetheless deprived. … We are no longer remembered as vibrant and engaged but as feeble, ineffectual, even pathetic.
But Symons and his colleagues contend that “the end of life can be pregnant with meaning and significance for human beings”.
For the Ezekiel Emanuels of this world, who treasure their independence and autonomy, this seems counter-intuitive. How can a time of suffering and dependence be meaningful? Does being “feeble, ineffectual, even pathetic” serve any purpose?
Here’s where philosophy comes in handy. The article points out that an active, autonomous life gives us purpose. We are moving, contributing, bustling, busy and useful. But it may take moments of powerlessness and dependence to enter the realm of meaning. “One can, in other words, start to make definitive evaluations of one’s life given that the narrative arc of life is nearing its end,” its authors write.
Even for people who have been, to use an Australian turn of phrase, “proper bastards”, “the end of life may still provide an opportunity for repentance, apology, and reform, and for making whatever repair or reconciliation is possible, and possibly for finding some meaning in these.”
“I am not afraid of death. I just don't want to be there when it happens,” is one of Woody Allen’s many death-phobic quips. But Allen, like all of us, is going to die. Do those final days or hours offer an opportunity to become a person who has lived a flourishing life?
Leo Tolstoy, in The Death of Ivan Ilyich, says Yes. His novella must be the most realistic depiction of the psychology of death all of literature. Ilyich has been a nice enough person, but not a particularly cheerful, productive or loving one. He cannot believe that he is dying of a painful cancer.
'Caius is a man, men are mortal, therefore Caius is mortal' – had seemed to him all his life to be correct only in relation to Caius, but by no means to himself.
He suffers terribly, but his pain finally becomes a way of reconciling with his wife and children:
He sought his old habitual fear of death and could not find it. Where was it? What death? There was no more fear because there was no more death. Instead of death there was light. "So that's it!" he suddenly said aloud. "What joy!"
Tolstoy was a Christian, an eccentric Christian, but a Christian, and his story depicts characteristically Christian themes of reconciliation and forgiveness. However, it is not written as a Christian parable but as an acute psychological analysis of the process of death. Purged of his selfishness and snobbery, Ivan Ilyich discovers in death a uniquely radiant experience which imbues his whole life with meaning.
The article by the Harvard researchers shows that the experience of terminal illness and death might not be an optional extra but an essential part of living a happy and flourishing life. It should be read by all politicians in the British Parliament, which is preparing for a debate on voluntary assisted dying later this month.
Is Woody Allen right? Is death senseless?
Michael Cook is editor of Mercator
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Paul Bunyan commented 2024-10-15 17:59:25 +1100Suffering should never be mandatory. The platitudes and callous attitudes revealed in this article could be equally used to argue for the prohibition of all analgesics and medical care designed at alleviating suffering.
Such a stance is immoral and has no place in civilized society.
Since religion tends to turn people away from their natural tendencies of empathy and compassion, it should not be used to determine policies and practices.
And no, compassion most certainly does not mean to “suffer with” someone else. -
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crunchyroll has entered into an agreement with Bango (AIM: BGO) to further grow its international subscriber base through bundling partnerships with telcos and other third parties.
Crunchyroll is the ultimate global brand for all things anime, offering the world's largest dedicated streaming library with over 25,000 hours of content. With new series arriving every season, it remains the go-to destination for anime fans everywhere. Through its new partnership with Bango, Crunchyroll opens up the bundling of its subscription offer with mobile and broadband plans, as well as other consumer services such as bank accounts and retail clubs.
As a leader in bundling technology, Bango takes care of all technical aspects of resellers creating and managing subscription bundles. It can also manage targeting offers such as trials and discounts that could include Crunchyroll in future.
Telcos and other resellers will now be able to offer Crunchyroll in bundles, providing consumers with more cost-effective deals, and less administrative hassle. The partnership also opens up the opportunity for 'Super Bundling', making it easier for telcos to build Crunchyroll into their all-in-one subscription platforms and content hubs. Through this Bango agreement, Crunchyroll will be able to further expand its 14 million strong subscriber base through these new, indirect channels.
Commenting on the partnership, Anil Malhotra, CMO at Bango, said,“Crunchyroll is the number one choice for anime fans across the globe, and bundling through third parties will continue to drive its rapid growth. Indirect subscriptions have become increasingly essential for the SVOD market, and we look forward to helping Crunchyroll capitalize on this emerging trend.
“As consumers look for more flexibility, and to access more services in one place, Super Bundling represents a clear strategic step forward for brands like Crunchyroll to reach new audiences and further grow their subscriber base.”
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Crunchyroll is the global anime brand that fuels fans' love of anime. With the ambition to make anime an even bigger part of pop culture, Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience and destination centered around a premium streaming service. Crunchyroll has the largest dedicated anime library, an immersive world of events, exciting theatrical releases, unique games, must-have merchandise, timely news, and more. Anime is for everyone and is accessible to stream across territories through Crunchyroll-whether on the go on mobile, through gaming consoles and big-screen devices at home, or on desktops anywhere.
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Trump Town Hall Cut Short by Multiple Medical Emergencies
A town hall meeting with former President Donald Trump on Monday evening was cut short by medical emergencies in the crowd.
The town hall was in Oaks, Pennsylvania, in Montgomery County, about 25 miles northwest of Philadelphia. It took place in the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Fairgrounds, which was very warm, thanks to a crowd in an enclosed space.
During the truncated event, both Trump and South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who moderated the event, commented on the heat.
The Trump campaign estimated the crowd at between 5,000 and 6,000, according to NBC News.
Trump at one point asked about the venue’s air conditioning.
“They probably can’t afford it, sir, in this economy,” Noem responded, according to The Associated Press.
The crowd didn’t want to leave, so the songs kept rolling! 🎶
“Play YMCA, let’s go, nice and loud!” pic.twitter.com/E6k3XTSkLq
— Karoline Leavitt (@kleavittnh) October 15, 2024
According to ABC, the first medical emergency took place about 30 minutes into the event. An individual was placed on a stretcher.
As that took place, the crown sang “God Bless America.” Trump requested that “Ave Maria” be played as the man was treated.
A second medical emergency soon followed.
“Would anybody else like to faint?” Trump asked.
According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Trump campaign said there were three people transported from the expo center to an area hospital. Their conditions were not available, the Inquirer reported.
Trump said he wanted the doors opened, but was told it could not be done for security reasons.
“Open the doors. I wish we could open those doors to outside,” Trump said. “For security reasons, they can’t. But you know what I suggest? Open them. Because anybody comes through those doors, you know what’s going to happen to them.”
But he joked there was a bright side.
“Personally, I enjoy this. We lose weight, you know. No, you lose weight. We could do this — lose four or five pounds,” Trump said.
After the second emergency, Trump said the question part of the event was over.
“Let’s not do any more questions. Let’s just listen to music. Let’s make it into a music fest. Who the hell wants to hear questions right? Isn’t that beautiful?” he said.
Attendees slowly filtered out as the music played for about 40 minutes.
“To lighten the mood, President Trump turned the town hall into an impromptu concert and the crowd loved it,” Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s campaign press secretary, said, adding, “The room was full of joy.”
Total lovefest at the PA townhall! Everyone was so excited they were fainting so @realDonaldTrump turned to music. Nobody wanted to leave and wanted to hear more songs from the famous DJT Spotify playlist!
— Steven Cheung (@TheStevenCheung) October 15, 2024
“The safety and well-being of President Trump’s supporters is always his top priority. The two individuals who fainted were immediately given medical attention. As President Trump said tonight, they are great patriots,” Leavitt said.
During the town hall, Trump said he represented “the party of common sense. We want rules. We want good education. We want low interest rates. We want jobs. And you know what? We want a strong military,” he said, according to the Inquirer.
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Riize member Seunghan is not returning to the band after all.
In a statement released by to social media by the band's official account, it was revealed that Seunghan is not coming back to the group days after he was announced to return.
"We feel particularly apologetic for prioritizing Wizard Production's position, instead of making our top priorities the growth achieved by the six RIIZE members while working their hardest; the support of BRIIZE, who have been RIIZE's greatest source of strength during that journey; and the preciousness of the times that RIIZE and BRIIZE have spent together," the post said.
"We made this decision after debating it for a long time because we thought that if Seunghan returned after reflecting on his past wrongdoings and RIIZE showed another level of growth as a group, we would be able to give the artist and the fans greater joy," the statement continued.
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The group then apologized for causing "confusion" and apologizing for hurting fans.
"However, the announcement of his return, we ruminated carefully on each and every one of the opinions and responses sent in by fans, and we realized that our decision had actually hurt fans more and caused them greater confusion instead," the statement read.
"Out of respect for the artist's decision, we are announcing Seunghan's departure from RIIZE, instead of his joining the group. We will support Seunghan in the future so that he can showcase his talents and follow his dreams," they added.
The group concluded the announcement by apologizing and shared that the group would be supported the best it can be int her future.
On October 11, it was announced that Seunghan would be returning to the group in a social media post that expressed optimism about the future of Riize.
"We [Wizard Production] poured our heart and soul into planning out RIIZE even before their debut, and we have determined that RIIZE's next chapter would be even more meaningful if the seven members were together. Therefore, after numerous discussions with the staff and members about the direction of the group's future activities, it has been decided that Seunghan will be returning to the group," the statement said.
Seunghan was previously put on hiatus from the gourd when in November 2023 photos and videos from his personal life before the group debuted were leaked online. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the leaks showed him kissing a woman in bed and smoking a cigarette.
Riize has not spoken on the matter any further.
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Joining the company are Chani Maisonet as Catherine of Aragon, Gaby Albo as Anne Boleyn, and Tasia Jungbauer as Catherine Parr.
New cast members have been revealed for the North American Tour of the Tony Award-winning hit musical SIX. The tour will welcome both new and returning cast members. Joining the company are Chani Maisonet as Catherine of Aragon, Gaby Albo as Anne Boleyn, and Tasia Jungbauer as Catherine Parr. New alternates include Hailey Lewis, an original Canadian company member who will also serve as dance captain, and Caroline Siegrist from the Norwegian Cruise Line production.
Returning cast members include Kelly Denice Taylor as Jane Seymour, Danielle Mendoza as Anna of Cleves, and Alizé Cruz as Katherine Howard. Alternates Taylor Sage Evans, Carlina Parker, and Amaya White will also reprise their roles.
The new company will begin performances on November 8 at the Clemens Center in Elmira, NY. The Aragon and Boleyn North American Tours of SIX have played 1563 performances across North America to date. For tickets, click here. The Broadway Production also recently celebrated the third year of its reign on Broadway earlier this month.
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power!
SIX is written by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. SIX is co-directed by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage and features choreography by
Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. The design team includes Emma Bailey (Scenic Design), Tony Award-Winner Gabriella Slade (Costume Design), Tim Deiling (Lighting Design), and
Paul Gatehouse (Sound Design). The score features orchestrations by Tom Curran
with music supervision and vocal arrangements by Joe Beighton and U.S. Music Supervision by Roberta Duchak. Casting is by Tara Rubin Casting / Peter Van Dam, CSA. Theater Matters is General Manager, Sam Levy is Associate Producer and Lucas McMahon is U.S. Executive Producer.
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Few players this NFL season have put forth a better comeback story through six weeks than Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold — yet he will likely not receive votes for the league award’s Comeback Player of the Year award (CPOY).
Associated Press (AP) senior NFL writer Rob Maaddi outlined a recent redefining of the award, given by the AP, that emphasizes honoring a player who missed playing time the previous season due to injury or illness.
“#Vikings QB Sam Darnold probably would’ve been a candidate for the Comeback Player of the Year award before the AP issued guidance to voters before the season, instructing them that ‘the spirit of the award is to honor a player who has demonstrated resilience in the face of adversity by overcoming illness, physical injury or other circumstances that led him to miss playing time the previous season,’ ” Maadi wrote in an October 11 post on X (formerly Twitter).
Originally drafted third overall by the New York Jets in 2018, Darnold is on his fourth team in seven seasons. The Jets traded him to the Carolina Panthers in 2021, and after two seasons in Carolina, Darnold was not re-signed and served as a backup for the San Francisco 49ers last season.
The Vikings’ over-under with Darnold as their starter was set at just 6.5 wins before the start of the 2024 season due to his reputation and 21-35 career record.
His career resurgence has fueled the Vikings’ 5-0 start to the season atop the NFC. Despite a lackluster showing against a vaunted Jets defense, Darnold is tied for second in touchdown passes (11) and sixth in quarterback rating (103.4).
While Darnold does not fit the definition for CPOY, Maaddi considers Darnold a candidate for a more illustrious award.
“If he keeps playing at this level, Darnold could end up with another award: Most Valuable Player,” Maadie added.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Has Plenty to Prove Coming Out of Bye Week
While Darnold has taken the NFL by surprise with Minnesota’s 5-0 start to the season, Darnold has shown a decline in efficiency in his past two games.
In Week 5, Darnold threw more incompletions (17) than completions (14) and was held without a touchdown in a 23-17 win over the Jets. His 179 passing yards and 50.3 quarterback rating were both season-lows.
The Vikings offense, despite scoring 28 unanswered points to open the game, only scored a field goal in the final half of a 31-29 win over the Green Bay Packers in Week 4.
Minnesota has played complementary football through five weeks with the defense equally responsible for the team’s success.
However, if Darnold cannot keep the offense afloat and sustain drives, the defense is bound to regress.
Vikings Open Week 7 as Home Favorites Over Surging Lions
Entering Week 7, the Vikings (5-0) are 2.5-point favorites over the NFC North division favorite Detroit Lions (4-1) at home, per FanDuel Sportsbook.
Detroit is coming off a dominant 47-9 drubbing of the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, October 13. The Lions’ offense has scored 89 points in the past two weeks and leads the league, averaging 30.2 points per game.
While the Lions’ defense has ranked among the best in the league, Detroit will be without edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson, a runaway favorite for Defensive Player of the Year this season. Hutchinson paced the league with 8.0 sacks and 45 pressures but appears to be done for the season after undergoing surgery for a fractured tibia and fibula.
The biggest matchup of the game may be between Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores in a Titanic tilt between the league’s top offense and defense through five weeks.
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CHARLOTTE — The Panthers hit the road for their first of back-to-back away games. For the front half of the road trip, Carolina heads to the nation's capital (or at least suburban Maryland), to take on the Washington Commanders (4-2) and their rookie sensation, quarterback Jayden Daniels.
The Panthers are 7-10 all-time against Washington. Carolina is 4-4 at home and 3-6 on the road. Carolina is 0-1 in overtime against Washington.
Get to know the Commanders ahead of the Week 7 matchup.
The Ramblin' Rookie
Jayden Daniels, the No. 2 overall pick in this year's draft, has lit up the stat sheet, the record book and the scoreboard since starting his NFL career just a few short weeks ago. He leads all passers in the league with a 75.3 completion percentage (125-166) and the fifth-highest quarterback rating (107.1).
The LSU product is averaging 8.5 yards per attempt and has tossed six touchdowns through the air, to only two interceptions. He has completed 32 of his 51 pass attempts of 10+ air yards this season, according to Next Gen Stats, recording 652 yards, four touchdowns, and an interception.
Daniels isn't afraid to escape the pocket. He has the fifth-most pass completions out of the scramble drill, going 8-10 for 128 yards. Washington likes to keep things in front of their rookie quarterback. He's lined up in shotgun for 80.1 percent of his plays thus far, throwing it 151 times (completing 113 passes for 1,284 yards) and handed the ball off for a rush 117 times for 568 yards.
Despite all of Daniels' ability to be a dangerous downfield passer, a defense can't forget his running ability. The Heisman winner has the second most rushing yards of quarterbacks this season, trailing only Lamar Jackson. Through the first six weeks, Daniels has rushed the ball 63 times for 322 yards and four rushing touchdowns.
Scary Terry
In the first five years of Terry McLaurin's career in Washington, he had 10 different quarterbacks. Even with consistent uncertainty at the position, McLaurin was able to post four straight seasons of 1,000-plus yards. The only year he didn't reach the mark was his rookie season, when the Ohio State product finished with 919 yards. He's on pace to surpass the 1,000-yard mark again this season, already with 356 yards and four touchdowns, the latter of which is tied for fifth in the league.
McLaurin and Daniels have found a groove in no time. The two have connected for a 67.4 completion percentage (11.7 percent over expected) and Daniels has a 114.1 rating when throwing to McLaurin, including one of the highlight plays of the entire NFL season thus far, a 27-yard touchdown pass to beat the Bengals. Daniels threw while being hit and McLaurin had a defender draped on him in the end zone, and the pass had a 10.3 percent completion probability.
A quick glance at McLaurin's route chart shows the receiver is trusted at any point on the field: short passes, screens, deep shots and more.
A D-line in flux
For years, the Commanders strength was the defensive front, at one point even including four first-rounders. The personnel has changed this season, but took a huge hit on Sunday when defensive tackle Jonathan Allen suffered a season-ending pectoral injury. Additionally, defensive ends Dorance Armstrong and Javontae Jean-Baptiste both left Sunday's loss against the Ravens with injury, ribs and an ankle respectively.
Head coach Dan Quinn told reporters on Monday that Armstrong will undergo further testing for his rib injury.
The Washington defense is giving up an average of 137.7 yards per game on the ground and now will be missing one starter for sure, if not more, preparing to face Chuba Hubbard who is coming off his third 100-plus yard game of the season. He has run for 485 yards and 2 touchdowns across 86 carries this season, generating +129 rush yards over expected, 5th-most in the NFL, according to Next Gen Stats.
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Washington: Kamala Harris questioned Donald Trump's mental state Tuesday after the 78-year-old Republican's latest televised town hall veered into a bizarre, impromptu music session.
"Hope he's okay," the Democratic candidate posted on X.
Harris's campaign, which has begun to aggressively challenge Trump on his health and mental stability, said that during the late Monday event he appeared "lost, confused."
Trump's campaign spokesman Steven Cheung declared that instead "something very special" had taken place between the billionaire and the crowd.
For about half an hour, the event near Philadelphia in the key swing state of Pennsylvania was standard fare ahead of the November 5 election: Trump took friendly questions from supporters on the economy and cost of living.
With the session moderated by a loyal right-wing ally, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, Trump was on cruise control - although he got the election date wrong by two months, urging supporters to vote "on January 5."
After the town hall paused for two audience members who required medical attention, Trump then switched focus.
Jokingly asking whether "anybody else would like to faint," Trump declared: "Let's not do any more questions."
"Let's just listen to music. Let's make it into a music. Who the hell wants to hear questions, right?" Trump said.
And so they did: for more than half an hour, the Trump playlist blasted while the candidate mostly stood on stage listening and slowly dancing.
Trump has made a brief, jerky dance his signature at the end of rallies for years, nearly always to his exit song - the Village People's 1978 disco anthem "YMCA."
On Monday, however, he stayed on stage for nine songs, ranging from opera to Rufus Wainwright's rendition of "Hallelujah," Elvis and of course "YMCA."
And his dance routine expanded from the familiar jerky motion to a slow swaying. Often, however, he did not dance but stood in place and stared out into the crowd and sometimes pointed at people.
Trump oldest nominee ever
Harris and Trump are locked in a dead heat, according to polls, and the election is set to be decided by seven swing states where the margins could come down to barely 10,000 votes each.
On Tuesday, Trump was set to discuss the economy in Chicago and hold a rally in Georgia, a swing state. Harris was giving an interview to popular radio host Charlamagne tha God in an effort to boost her messaging to Black male voters - a part of the electorate where Trump has made gains.
With only three weeks to go, Harris has begun to home in on Trump's health and age.
She turns 60 this Sunday and last weekend released a medical report in which the White House doctor declared her "in excellent health," with the "physical and mental resiliency" to serve as president.
Trump, the oldest person ever to be nominated for a presidential bid, has not released a recent comprehensive report on his state of health, prompting fierce criticism from Harris.
Her campaign immediately pounced on the town hall episode, posting a video on X and writing: "Trump appears lost, confused, and frozen on stage as multiple songs play for 30+ minutes and the crowd pours out of the venue early."
In a string of posts published on his own Truth Social platform just before 1:00 am after the Pennsylvania town hall, Trump lashed back at Harris.
He pronounced he was "far healthier" than the last four US presidents and "far too busy campaigning" - apparently to undergo a new health test.
He called Harris "desperate" for saying he should provide reports to the American people and said "she is dying to see my Cholesterol (which is 180!)."
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If you’re suddenly unable to sign out of your iCloud account and see the ‘Sign Out is Not Available Due to Restrictions’ message, keep reading—I’ll explain why this happens and what you can do about it.
Why Does “Sign Out is Not Available Due to Restrictions” Happen?
You’re unable to sign out of your iCloud account due to restrictions imposed by the Screen Time feature. Screen time does this to prevent unauthorized changes to your iCloud account, which could disrupt the syncing of data like messages, backups, and app preferences.
Additionally, Screen Time blocks Apple ID sign-out to prevent users from accessing blocked content and bypassing app restrictions. This is particularly useful in family sharing, because it prevents children from signing out of the iCloud account to access forbidden content.
However, if you’ve set these restrictions on yourself—for example, to reduce time spent on social media—you’ve also limited your own ability to sign out of your iCloud account.
What to Do If You Can’t Sign Out Due to Restrictions?
Luckily, the “Sign Out is Not Available Due to Restrictions” message can be easily dealt with by tweaking a few settings inside Screen Time or Family Sharing. Once you do that, you’ll be able to sign out of your iCloud account and proceed with whatever you need it for.
1. Remove App Limits
Sometimes, removing app limits is enough to resolve the issue. If you’ve got no other content restrictions set up but are only limiting access to one or more apps, this could prevent you from signing out.
So, head over to Screen Time and disable App Limits. Just as a reminder, here’s how to do that:
- Go to Settings.
- Head over to Screen Time > App Limits.
- Make sure the App Limits option is toggled off.
2. Turn Off Content & Privacy Restrictions
For most people, enabling the Content & Privacy Restrictions feature results in seeing the “Sign Out is Not Available Due to Restrictions” message. So, if disabling App Limits didn’t resolve the problem, try temporarily disabling Content & Privacy Restrictions.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Go to Settings.
- Head over to Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions.
- Make sure the Content & Privacy Restrictions option is toggled off.
3. Enable “Share Across Devices”
If you have Screen Time enabled across multiple devices using the same Apple ID, the restrictions might carry over from one device to another, preventing you from signing out. Enabling Share Across Devices ensures that settings sync properly across all devices, which can sometimes resolve the issue.
Here’s how to enable it:
- Open Settings > Screen Time.
- Scroll down and toggle Share Across Devices to On.
4. Turn Off Screen Time
If tweaking individual Screen Time settings didn’t get the job done, and you’re still unable to sign out due to restrictions, try to disable Screen Time altogether. Here’s how to do that:
- Open Settings > Screen Time.
- Scroll down and tap Turn Off App & Website Activity.
5. Check Family Sharing
If you’re part of a Family Sharing group, the group organizer may have placed restrictions on your account. This could prevent you from signing out of your Apple ID. So, ask the organizer to remove your restrictions.
Here’s how you can check if the group organizer has put any restrictions on your account:
- Open Settings > Apple ID (your name at the top).
- Tap Family Sharing and review the group’s settings.
- If the organizer manages restrictions, you’ll need to let them know about it. Good luck!
In the end, it’s worth mentioning that these solutions should be temporary. Once you’re able to sign out of your iCloud account and do whatever you need to do, you can come back and enable Screen Time (or its individual setting) again.
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Fleeing political turmoil in Venezuela, Nora and Avo Karabeet left behind successful jobs as a lawyer and factory manager.
Disillusioned with the unravelling social and economic situation in their homeland, they landed in Barcelona, where Nora discovered a passion for fashion and beauty.
Moving to Fife in 2017, Nora became one of the first in the Kingdom to offer sought-after long Russian-style lashes.
Since then the husband-and-wife team have seen their company Silk Touch Lashes grow, their Glenrothes premises proving popular with customers across the country.
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Avo ran factories in Venezuela, while Nora tried her hardest to push for justice in a legal system marred by corruption and a distinct unfairness for those caught up in it.
The pair said goodbye to their families, assets and what little security they still had at home and started new lives in Spain.
Nora went first, followed by Avo, and the couple finally wound up in Glenrothes.
“We abandoned our factory, liquidated our assets, and left half of our fortune,” Avo said.
“It was a heart-wrenching decision, but we knew it was necessary for our future together. I sent Nora first, and I followed a year later.”
Nora added: “Barcelona was where I fell in love with the art of lashes.
“The training I received there laid the foundation for everything that followed.”
Nora’s sister had moved to Scotland and set herself up as a beautician.
This prompted the Karabeets to put their previous business acumen, passion for beauty products and drive to establish a new home for themselves for their growing family in Fife together, launching Silk Touch Lashes the following year.
Russian lashes
With the rise in popularity of Russian-style lash extensions, the couple noticed a gap in the market in Fife.
Silk Touch Lashes supplies both materials and training to technicians, with their award-winning academy.
“I knew what lash artists needed to create the best results. But the products just weren’t there,” Nora explained.
“We’re not just selling lash products,” Avo states. “We’re providing lash artists with the tools to create beauty and confidence. It’s our way of adding a little light to the world.”
And as the business grew, so did their family. The Karabeets describe Silk Touch Lashes as their third child, with two youngsters in tow as they moved from the dining room to Newark Road in 2021.
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J&K: Ahead Of Omar Abdullah's Swearing-In, Internal Trouble For Party Over Article 370
The National Conference, which had a pre-poll alliance with the Indian National Congress in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election, maintained from day one that they would fight for the restoration of Article 370, statehood, and the release of political prisoners if given a mandate.
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National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah is all set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. However, ahead of government formation, a senior member of his party is causing trouble for the CM-designate. National Conference star campaigner and MP Aga Ruhullah appears to be unhappy with Omar Abdullah’s stance on Article 370.
The National Conference, which had a pre-poll alliance with the Indian National Congress in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election, maintained from day one that they would fight for the restoration of Article 370, statehood, and the release of political prisoners if given a mandate. Omar Abdullah, along with Ruhullah, addressed hundreds of rallies, promising to fight for the restoration of Article 370.
However, Omar Abdullah's recent statement that it is "foolish to expect the restoration of Article 370 from those who have taken it away" has created a rift between him and prominent Shia leader Aga Ruhullah. Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid publicly questioned Omar Abdullah, asking whether the people will have to wait indefinitely under BJP rule for the restoration of Article 370.
Even Ruhullah distanced himself from Abdullah's statement, emphasizing that the National Conference has received a mandate to fight for the restoration of Article 370 and statehood. Ruhullah stated that the NC must fight for Article 370 regardless of who holds power in Delhi, as the party represents the people of Jammu and Kashmir, not the government in Delhi.
He said, "Our fight is for Article 370, and we will begin a legislative struggle for statehood and the restoration of Article 370, along with all the rights we had under it. We will fight politically and legislatively, and I believe this government will definitely approach the Supreme Court to remind the court of all the directions it has given to the central government. It’s time now to implement them."
"We will fight with dignity, as the people have chosen representatives to voice their concerns, given that they cannot protest individually," said the 47-year-old MP, who has been involved in politics from an early age. Ruhullah's recent warnings to the NC—that he would oppose his own party if it failed to meet the expectations of the people—have created uncertainty within the party.
He emphasized that the National Conference must play both roles—governance and opposition. "As a government, we must provide good governance, and as the opposition, we must fight for the restoration of Article 370 and statehood," he said, adding that while the National Conference wants to maintain a friendly relationship with the central government, "we won’t accept that friendship at the cost of our honour and dignity."
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday held separate meetings with leaders of various SCO member states on the sidelines of the summit, exchanging ideas to promote bilateral ties and strengthen the intergovernmental international organisation.
Pakistan is hosting the two-day SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) summit on October 15 and 16. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) comprises China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Belarus with 16 more countries affiliated as observers or dialogue partners.
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According to official statements, Sharif held separate meetings with Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko, Tajik Prime Minister Qohir Rasulzoda, and Kyrgyz Prime Minister Akylbek Japarov, discussing ways to further strengthen bilateral relations.
During his meeting with Golovchenko, Sharif emphasised the importance of sustained exchanges to unlock the potential for cooperation, particularly in trade, investment, agricultural machinery, joint tractor production, and connectivity.
Golovchenko congratulated Pakistan on the successful organisation of the SCO meeting and lauded its positive outcomes. He expressed satisfaction over the direction of Belarus-Pakistan relations and affirmed Belarus' commitment to strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation in areas of shared interest. He also assured that Belarus would closely collaborate with Pakistan in its capacity as SCO Chair.
In his meeting with Tajik Prime Minister Rasulzoda, Prime Minister Sharif underlined the significance of close bilateral collaboration and expressed appreciation for Tajikistan's constructive participation in the SCO meeting.
Rasulzoda conveyed warm congratulations on the successful organization of the summit and reiterated Tajikistan's commitment to further enhancing ties with Pakistan. He thanked Pakistan for allowing sugar exports to Tajikistan, which would boost bilateral trade.
In his meeting with Kyrgyz Prime Minister Japarov, Sharif expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of relations between Pakistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. Japarov congratulated Pakistan on the successful SCO summit and reaffirmed Kyrgyzstan's desire to enhance bilateral cooperation.
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One East Point scheme to include 450 homes
Make is set to expand its portfolio of towers in the Isle of Dogs after receiving planning approval for a 170m-tall mixed use scheme in the east London district.
Tower Hamlets council has approved the firm’s proposals for the 52-storey One East Point, a 450-home building at 4-5 Harbour Exchange Square designed for Gaw Capital and City & Docklands.
It comes three years after the 53-storey Armory Tower was completed on a neighbouring site close to the peninsula’s South Dock.
One East Point has a stepped form featuring three shared terraces and a podium containing a 15,000 sq ft youth centre, health and wellbeing facilities and retail and restaurant spaces. The tower’s homes will be tenure blind, with 35% being affordable.
Make project architect Simon Robins said the practice had worked with Tower Hamlets council to develop a building that “both respected the local context and responded to the depth of history on the Isle of Dogs”.
“As a consequence, our design reflects the fantastic industrial heritage of the docks and references the history of art on the Isle,” he said.
Last week Make revealed it had slumped to a £1.5m loss in 2023 on a turnover of £18.3m, 5% lower than the previous year.
It blamed the results on an economy which “took longer to recover than expected” and planning decisions which “held up a number of key projects”.
The firm has cut 20% of its staff since the beginning of this year as part of a restructure which has seen its headcount reduced from 165 to 132.
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Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores over the next three years, the pharmacy chain said on Tuesday. It's part of the company's plan for a turnaround, as it faces retail competition and lower prescription payouts.
Chief Executive Tim Wentworth said about a quarter of the company’s stores are unprofitable. Walgreens has been on a $1-billion cost-cutting spree. It's already been shutting some stores, shaking up leadership and renegotiating its deals with insurers.
Walgreens, which also owns the British drugstore chain Boots, reported a net loss of $3 billion in the latest quarter. This was actually better than expected, with sales growing 6%.
Walgreens isn't the only big pharmacy chain attempting a turnaround. Rite Aid last month emerged from bankruptcy; CVS has also closed stores and reportedly weighs a breakup to undo its mergers with the insurance company Aetna and with Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager.
The convenience-store part of pharmacy chains has been losing shoppers to Amazon, Walmart, Costco, grocery stores and dollar stores. Many of those rivals also fill prescriptions, competing for pharmacy customers, too.
Pharmacy chains have over-expanded to thousands of locations over the years, signing long-term leases for pricey corner locations. But many shoppers have criticized the quality of the stores, complaining about understaffing and the inaccessibility of items that are locked up to prevent theft. Pharmacies, for their part, have complained about shrinking profits for filling prescriptions, citing dramatic declines in reimbursement rates.
In light of these challenges, CVS and Walgreens have looked for profits elsewhere. They've tried to add primary-care clinics, a project that costs a lot of time and money. The chains have also proposed new payout structures for prescriptions, with Walgreens on Tuesday warning that it would be "willing to walk away from a line of business, if it doesn't make sense."
"I'm very confident that over a two- to three-year period we will have reset the framework for reimbursement discussions," Walgreens CEO Wentworth told investors on Tuesday.
He also added that Walgreens is focusing on adding more store-brand products to its chain. That tactic has been successful for Boots in Britain, though it has not done as well in the U.S. so far. Wentworth also said the chain would work to re-hire workers from stores that will close and added that overall, "Many of our actions across this turnaround will take time."
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Total revenues increased 9% year-over-year to $100.8 billion.
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For the full year of 2024, the company expects GAAP EPS of $15.50-15.75 and adjusted EPS of $27.50-27.75.
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Or what man of you, if his son asks him for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a serpent? If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him?
~ Matthew 7:9–11
“If it’s wrong, You’ll have to show me another way, because I just can’t see it.” At nineteen years old, I whispered this prayer to God, closed my Bible, and turned my face away. Amid my experiences with lesbian relationships, I was questioning Christian teaching about same-sex sexual behaviour. Many Christian leaders — from Catholic Synod participants to evangelical megachurch pastors — are now posing comparable questions. But are all inquiries into settled matters made in good faith? Too often, we ask because we don’t like the answer already given. Our “questions” are posed as a means to demand a different one.
I first experienced same-sex attraction during a youth group meeting in a Baptist church. I was sitting on the floor with my back against the couch. Innocently, one of our leaders, a young married woman, began playing with my waist-length hair. A rush of feelings welled up from deep within me. I was confused as my emotions surged toward her. These feelings were shocking and unbidden, yet forceful and compelling. At twelve years old, I could not have known that the conflict between my sexuality and my faith would become the deepest and most intense battle of my life.
Though the etiology of same-sex attraction (SSA) is not always clear, I connect mine to two adverse childhood experiences — a pair of deep wounds. First, I was separated from my birth family as an infant. Though my adoptive parents were kind and loving, this profound rupture left a “primal wound”. I longed for my birth mother from my earliest recollections and was drawn to any woman who showed me nurture or kindness. Second, at age ten, I was repeatedly sexually abused by an uncle over the course of an extended summer vacation. These are the “twin tracks” laid in my early life that profoundly affected my overall development, sexual and otherwise.
When same-sex attraction began emerging two years later, I was mortified and ashamed and did my best to bury those feelings. By high school, I was confused, hurting, and thinking of suicide — a common story that has not improved over time, even as school-based and societal “welcoming” efforts surge. The wounds that had been quietly festering were now openly bleeding. At fifteen, I wore a tuxedo to our school dance, sporting newly cropped hair and wishing I could take a girl as my date.
With this gender-bending debut, my struggles officially erupted for all to see. The entire school concluded that I was gay. Worried that they might well be right, I made a plan to get a boyfriend and sleep with him to prove it wasn’t true. This desperate and misguided strategy ended with predictable results: awful experiences, guilt, and still more shame. I lost all hope. Consistent with data to the present day, my teenage sexual activity made me more suicidal than ever.
But in this most desperate of times, God’s love broke through. Jesus came to seek and save the lost, and by His mercies, that included me. Eleven days shy of my sixteenth birthday, I had a genuine conversion and wanted to follow Christ wherever He led. I had never been so happy. Jesus loved me, and He was going to change my life. I was a new creation — “old things have passed away; behold, new things have come.”
Because I was now in Christ, I thought that my same-sex attraction and my related problems would be “done away with” — those things were gone. Except, of course, they weren’t. What the Scripture actually says is that a process of becoming a new creation has begun. My attractions and wounds were still there, waiting to be dealt with. And I didn’t know how to do anything but suppress them. I certainly didn’t know how to bring them to the Lord.
Prodigal daughter
In college, after years of struggling alone, I gave in. I walked away from God and straight into the arms of a woman. I came out and began building my life around my lesbian identity. I had a girlfriend, and I felt happy — indeed, “there is pleasure in sin for a season.” And as with the prodigal son, my Father let me go. He did not lie to me. He did not say that I could have the joys of living in His house and the pleasures of the far country at the same time. So I left His house, and I travelled far.
Walking away from God was a painful but conscious move — I knew the Christian teaching I was rejecting was unambiguous. Evading a conscience is difficult, though. Deep down, I knew what I was doing was immoral. While I had never heard the Natural Law described, I knew instinctively that I was violating something fundamental. My body was not designed for the sexual activity I was engaging in — strong desire and pleasure notwithstanding. But I did not want to repent and steeled myself against conviction, defending my actions. I hadn’t chosen to experience such attractions; indeed, they felt “natural” to me.
Was I born this way? This was 1989, and the search for the “gay gene” was intensifying. I resorted to arguing that I was, but I did not really believe it; such was thin but easy cover. At the time, I did not know that the increased prevalence of adverse childhood experiences, especially sexual abuse, among those who experience same-sex attraction and engage in homosexual behaviour, was and would continue to be well-established in the research.
Psychology has always had to admit that complex interactions of genetics, environment, and experience must play a role, and impressive large-scale studies in recent years have produced definitive evidence that sexual orientation is not genetically pre-determined nor even primarily a heritable attribute.
Even if such inclinations had been inborn, how would that remove my responsibility for evaluating them morally and exercising my will in light of God’s truth? But I was enjoying myself, and I did not want to think of such things. I kept constructing my life around my lesbian identity.
During this time, I began to search for my birth mother in earnest, eventually obtaining a court order to unseal my adoption records. The night before I was to present it at the state capital, I was out at some lesbian bars with my friends. As we strolled through downtown Austin, I exuberantly and defiantly proclaimed: “I love this life, and nothing will ever make me give it up!” The next morning, a state clerk handed me my original birth certificate. My hands trembled as I opened the envelope that would reveal my mother’s name. Finally, I could find her.
For brevity’s sake, I must skip to the end. I did not receive the warm welcome that I had been dreaming of. Far from being glad to hear from me, my beautiful mother admitted that she had dreaded the day. Woefully unprepared for her rejection, the pain of it shocked me. For days, I cried from the moment I woke up until sleep overtook me at night. And after about a week of such days, I started to realise that these tears weren’t blurring my vision; they were clearing it. Like the prodigal son, I was coming to my senses.
For the first time in many months, I had a conversation with God that went something like this: “God, I don’t know how I got here. But I can’t live without You. And if there’s any way You can bring me home, bring me home.” I had to return to the Father’s house. And just as in the parable, my Father was running to meet me.
Interior struggle
My feelings, however, remained unchanged. I did not want to leave my lesbian life, yet I knew Jesus was calling me to lay that down. I was deeply conflicted and felt at an impasse. “I am a lesbian. If I am gay, how does one repent from who they are?”
As I wrestled with this question, I providentially happened upon a television program on gay rights. Among the mainly gay-affirming messages, there was a brief portrayal of Christians who were leaving homosexuality behind to follow Christ. I was shocked. I had never heard of anyone like this.
Unsurprisingly, they were being portrayed as fools. The interviewer grew impatient with one woman as she admitted her continued struggle: “Come on, all this God stuff, tell us the truth. Right now, if you could choose, who would you choose? Would you choose to be with a man or a woman?” Her reply? “I choose Jesus.”
And with those words, light streamed into my soul. I thought, “I can do that. That’s what I can do. I choose Jesus. Because I cannot say that I would choose a man. One hundred percent of me would choose a woman. But I can choose to follow Christ in obedience. My sexual feelings do not have to define me. I choose Jesus.”
Thus, I surrendered my sexuality to God and focused on following Him. In doing so, I never thought my attractions would even lessen in degree, and I fully expected to be single, celibate, and perhaps struggling with longings, for the rest of my mortal life. But I was willing to do it, because I knew Who was asking:
“Lord, to whom else shall we go? You have the words of life.”
In those early days, my battle with temptation truly was fierce and felt constant. I had never really struggled with lust before, but now I did. I honestly didn’t think I was going to make it, and my determination to walk a different path was a white-knuckled one.
In desperation, I began meditating on Jesus and the temptations in the desert. I contemplated how, after forty days, Jesus had legitimate hunger; however, He did not wrongly use His power to meet His needs. He refused to turn stones into bread. And it was after He resisted Satan’s offers that the ministry of the angels came. I called this to mind often as I struggled to wait on God.
My repentance was still fresh when the biggest temptation yet arrived in the mail — a card from my ex-girlfriend. Of course she would come back into my life now. “I’m being kicked while I’m down,” I told a friend, “here I am trying to follow Christ, and this is the one woman I can’t resist.” I finished my rant by declaring, “But I’m not going to do it. I will not turn these stones into bread.”
And as I spoke those words, I closed the card. I had been so quick to open to its message, I hadn’t paid attention to the cover. There on the front was a single image — a close-up picture of a pile of stones. The photo title on the back read: “Stones on a beach”. The divine message could not have been clearer: I know you are hungry. This is not bread. My hunger was legitimate; satisfying it through a same-sex relationship was not. I was going to have to wait on God and trust Him to give me bread in His time. After all, it was Jesus who said, “What father among you, if his child asks for bread, would give him a stone?”
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Stones are neither nutritive nor designed for digestion. Same-sex sexual relationships are neither unitive nor complementary and can never be fruitful. I had a sexual appetite for things that could not fulfill God’s design or intentions for my female body. Just as I was not designed to eat stones, I was not designed for same-sex relations. God did not create me to be “gay.”
Despite the tenacity of my same-sex attraction, I am not a third category of human, nor are my body and reproductive system differently ordered. In my sexuality, my Father did not say that stones would serve as bread for me. He wouldn’t bend the Natural Law for me, but He would help me live in harmony with it. God asked me to trust Him because He is good, and only within His will can I flourish and be free.
During my graduate studies, I found a faithful evangelical church and was blessed with spiritually mature mentors who prayed for me. When they found out I had been lesbian-identified and still experienced same-sex attraction, they never labelled me with a sexual identity. They never said, “Amy is gay.” How does the Good Shepherd call us? He calls us by name. They honoured me by doing the same.
For more than ten years, they held me in the bosom of their friendship and prayers. I matured as a disciple as they walked alongside me, affirming my identity in Christ, helping me up after each fall and pointing me to Jesus each step of the way. I still walk in sweet fellowship with these wonderful mentors, and they pray for me to this day.
Fluid attractions
Over the course of this decade, my attractions to women actually lessened. As I turned thirty, I even began to experience an awakening towards men. But I never sought or expected this: my orientation seemed fixed to me, and the culture had led me to believe that this was a characteristic that never changed. I later learned how much the narrative of immutability was utilised for political expedience. The major gay rights organisations had campaigned effectively to deny the possibility of change, and to create social norms against transformation. Despite their efforts, human sexuality remains fluid. The potential for change in one’s desires is real, and countless studies and testimonies demonstrate that truth.
To my surprise, I married at age thirty-seven and was blessed with two children. However, had I remained single as I always thought I would, I would have been more than content. I chose Jesus, and indeed, He is more than enough. My joy and life’s fulfilment do not come from my sexuality or my marital state, but from my Creator and being in harmony with His will.
As I have written before, I am deeply grateful that there is concern for greater pastoral accompaniment for those struggling with their sexuality. But I am gravely concerned by those whose response to that struggle is to advocate for capitulation to sin. In the name of welcome and inclusion, too many preach that Christian moral teaching has somehow missed the mark for millennia. The reality is that God’s commands are gifts of love, and He only forbids that which harms us. What motivates this disastrous compromise on something not only attested throughout Church teaching but also declared in the theology of the body? Perhaps the biggest factor is a false compassion and misguided (and misnamed) mercy.
Continued distress
For decades, those who identify as sexual minorities have been known to suffer negative mental and physical health disparities compared with heterosexuals. The scapegoat for these disparities has long been the burden of “minority stress” emanating from both society’s rejection and the Church’s disapproval. Our compassion for those who suffer misleads us. “If only same-sex relationships were okay, then these people would be okay. If we provide enough affirmation and welcome, these people will suffer no more.” The truth is that record-high societal acceptance, legalised same-sex marriage, and a massive cultural shift of power have not alleviated these disparities, as study after study shows.
Along with decades of data from the Netherlands, the first country in the world to legalise same-sex marriage, recent population-based studies in the US tell the same story: increasing societal affirmation does not eliminate the mental and physical health gaps between heterosexuals and those who identify themselves as lesbian or gay.
In Australia, four waves of population-based surveys of young women in the 2010s yielded similar results. The authors expressed their dismay and surprise that despite the study being conducted at a time in which “acceptance of same-sex sexuality was relatively high”, the data showed that “the adoption of a nonheterosexual identity was still associated with a large and meaningful elevation in psychological distress.”
Over three decades, across three generations, on three different continents, there has been no measurable change. Why? Because there is a “law written on the heart”, a Natural Law, and alternative sexualities violate that law. Our bodies were not made for this; hence, we were not made for this. Technological advances can create buffers, and political “progress” can offer novel rights. Neither can change the simple reality of the harmfulness and barrenness of nonheterosexual sex.
When confronted with this truth, too many progressives — both inside and outside the church — double down on their errors. The Australian researchers propose that alleviating distress will require “reforming heteronormative social structures” and “[d]ismantling the social structures that continue to produce these disparities” in order “to support the mental health and well-being of young women.”
But God’s created order and design is not an oppressive “social structure” made by human hands. Those who want to change Christian teaching in order to alleviate the distress of the LGBTQ+-identified align themselves with this worldly wisdom. To do so, they have no choice but to defy God and attempt to dismantle reality itself. Thus, they are doomed to fail and will exacerbate the very suffering they claim to heal. What we need now is a compassionate response to the LGBTQ community that is also truthful about the human person and human sexuality.
Faithful pastors, priests, and prelates: Affirmation of same-sex behaviours and false sexual identities is not accompaniment; it is abandonment. Genuine pastoral care for LGBTQ-identified persons is to meet them where they are, love and accept them, and accompany them to Jesus, who is full of grace and truth. Remember that you offer bread in the midst of a culture that has normalised eating stones.
What man among you, if his son asks for bread, would give him a stone?
A good father will not give his child a stone. A good father gives bread. As shepherds of His flock, I beg you, do the same.
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Amy E. Hamilton, PhD, is a Research Associate at the University of Texas at Austin and a Fellow at the Nesti Center for Faith & Culture-University of St. Thomas, Houston. Dr. Hamilton has been a Fulbright scholar and a Social Science Research Council Sexuality Research Fellow. Her dissertation focused on the life narratives of Christians who had experienced conflicts with their spiritual and sexual identity. She studies and writes on topics related to marriage, faith, gender, and sexuality. Dr. Hamilton became Catholic in 2006. Her work can be found at amyhamilton.org.
This article has been republished with the author's permission from the Substack blog What We Need Now. Part of it appears in the recently released volume (September 2024) Lived Experience and the Search for Truth: Revisiting Catholic Sexual Morality.
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Ma.Theresa Marcelo commented 2024-10-15 17:08:20 +1100Thank you for sharing your testimony Dr. Amy! I am currently doing my internship in Counseling and I appreciate the clear stand you have provided me, “What we need now is a compassionate response to the LGBTQ community that is also truthful about the human person and human sexuality”.
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mrscracker commented 2024-10-15 04:02:55 +1100Thank you for this Miss Amy & God bless!
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Emberson Fedders commented 2024-10-14 18:43:36 +1100How awful that you were made to feel guilty for who you are. This is a powerful indictment of all that is wrong with organised religion. Thankyou for sharing.
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The Governor of the National Capital District (NCD), Powes Parkop, has announced the reinstatement of critical safety programs and the fast-tracking of CCTV installations following the tragic killing of Jessica Enoch Yori.
Jessica’s death has sparked outrage across the city, highlighting the ongoing challenges of violence against women and girls in Port Moresby.
Expressing his grief and frustration, Governor Parkop described the young woman’s death as “heartbreaking and unacceptable.”
He called on police to make it their top priority to bring the perpetrators to justice. “A bright and promising life has been cut short,” he said. “This is a stark reminder of the violence that continues to plague our city.”
The governor extended his condolences to Jessica’s family, including her uncle, Hon. Francis Alua Yori, Member for Karamui-Salt Nomane, and pledged to take immediate action to address the safety of women and girls across the city.
Governor Parkop acknowledged that the discontinuation of two safety initiatives, the Boroko Transformation Program and the Bus Stop Warden Program, had been a mistake. “I take full responsibility for that decision,” Parkop said, announcing the immediate reinstatement of both programs.
The governor also confirmed that these programs would be expanded to cover high-risk areas beyond Boroko, including *Tabari, Gordons, Waigani, Koki, and 2 Mile*.
“These initiatives are essential to creating a safe environment, particularly for women and girls. Our goal is to make Port Moresby a city where everyone can live, work, and thrive without fear,” Parkop emphasized.
Governor Parkop outlined additional measures to enhance public safety, including the fast-tracking of the *Safe City CCTV Program*. The project, approved in the National Budget, aims to provide enhanced surveillance across high-risk areas.
“I have requested the immediate release of funds from the Treasurer to engage a competent company for the installation of CCTV cameras without delay,” the governor said. He described the initiative as an “extra layer of security” designed to protect residents and prevent further violence.
Governor Parkop highlighted the importance of long-term strategies to combat violence and discrimination against women.
The *Women’s Summit and Expo, scheduled for **November 9–13*, will focus on addressing the challenges faced by women and girls in Port Moresby.
“This summit will provide a platform to find lasting solutions and build a future where every woman and girl can live without fear, with the dignity and respect they deserve,” the governor stated.
Governor Parkop is currently in Bangkok, Thailand, attending a conference hosted by *UNDP, UN-Habitat, and ESCAP* on achieving sustainable peace in urban centers.
In his statement from Bangkok, Parkop reiterated his commitment to building a safer Port Moresby, saying that the recent tragedy had further strengthened his resolve.
“We must judge the success of our city’s transformation by how safe, free, and empowered our women and girls feel. Their safety is not just a goal—it is a moral imperative,” he said.
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Donald Trump played Sinéad O'Connor's classic Prince cover of "Nothing Compares 2 U" over the loudspeakers at his town hall in Oaks, Pennsylvania, on Monday (Oct. 14), despite the late singer's estate asking him earlier this year not to play her music at his rallies.
Regardless, O'Connor's "Nothing Compares 2 U" was indeed broadcast alongside several other pre-recorded popular tunes from the stage on Monday after the former president and current candidate cut the town hall meeting short when two attendees needed medical attention, according to CBS News. From there, things reportedly got a little bizarre.
Rather than continue fielding questions following the stoppage, Trump instead simply stood onstage with South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who was moderating the Q&A session, as he swayed along to songs he's previously used at his rallies, including O'Connor's "Nothing Compares 2 U" and the Village People's "YMCA." Noem began clapping alongside him in what NBC News called a "surreal listening party" for those in attendance.
"Let's not do any more questions. Let's just listen to music," Trump told the crowd. "Who the hell wants to hear questions, right?"
It apparently came across as surreal for those watching the subsequent footage of the town hall, as well, when video of the incident began making its way across social media.
"Trump standing in front of a screen that says TRUMP WAS RIGHT ABOUT EVERYTHING while the speakers blast Nothing Compares 2 U and the people onstage try to pretend like they know what the hell is going on," an influencer on X (formerly Twitter) remarked.
Commenters on Reddit also responded to the clip, with one saying, "What the hell is he doing? This is by far the most bizarre thing I've ever seen and this guy is running to be our President? God no!"
Another simply added, "I'm so confused."
"Nothing Compares 2 U" was O'Connor's biggest hit, reaching No. 1 on music charts across the globe in 1990. It was originally written by Prince for his band the Family on their only album, 1985's "The Family."
Other songs played during the strange moment at the Trump town hall included the tune "Memory" from the musical "Cats" and the Luciano Pavarotti version of "Ave Maria," specifically requested by Trump after his staffers first played another version. The crowd also sang "God Bless America" a capella.
In March, the estate of O'Connor, who died last year at 56, asked the Trump campaign to stop playing her version of "Nothing Compares 2 U" at his rallies, as AP News reported.
"It is no exaggeration to say that Sinead would have been disgusted, hurt and insulted to have her work misrepresented in this way by someone who she herself referred to as a 'biblical devil,'" the statement says. "As the guardians of her legacy, we demand that Donald Trump and his associates desist from using her music immediately."
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have a muddy quarterback situation this year. With Justin Fields playing well, and Russell Wilson now healthy, it’s not any clearer entering Week 7.
On October 15, it arguably got even muddier.
Minutes before Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin took the podium for his weekly Tuesday press conference, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the team “plans to give Russell Wilson first-team reps in practice” ahead of the October 20 matchup with the New York Jets.
Pelissero added that the plan places Wilson “in line to make his season debut” in Week 7.
“Pittsburgh is 4-2 with Justin Fields,” Pelissero wrote. “But Wilson’s calf is fully healed and now he gets his shot.”
However, in his press conference, Tomlin conveyed a different plan.
“We’re going to determine that as we get closer to tomorrow,” Tomlin said to a question on which quarterback will practice with the first-team offense. “We’ve got some more strategic meetings today. But I’ll acknowledge that [Wilson] proved his health last week, and we’re looking hard at it this week.
“It’s up for consideration.”
Tomlin made no indication whether he’s leaning toward starting Wilson or Fields in Week 7. The Steelers head coach also said he will decide closer to game time who will start behind center.
Russell Wilson Expected to Start in Week 7?
To further complicate the situation, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport quote tweeted Pelissero’s report, writing on X (formerly Twitter), “A QB change in Pittsburgh.”
There very well could be a quarterback change for the Steelers in Week 7. Reading between the lines, it even sounds like there will be.
If the Steelers were fully confident in how Fields performed in the first six games, Tomlin could have named him the starter on October 15. The fact Tomlin and the coaching staff is “undecided” indicates the door is very open for Wilson.
But as of October 15, there is no clear-cut quarterback change for the Steelers.
“I’m sure at some point,” Tomlin said to a follow-up question about whether Wilson will practice with the first-team offense. “But I haven’t decided who gets the ball first.
“That sort of minutiae has been undecided.”
In addition to proving his health, last week for Wilson was about “knocking the rust off” according to Tomlin. But the Steelers head coach is also confident in Wilson’s ability to be in midseason form during his team debut because of his experience.
“There’s also a totality of his resume as well that makes you more comfortable than [with] guys with shorter resumes in that regard,” Tomlin told reporters. “In terms of his ability to play ball with a limited amount of exposure.”
“It’s just comfort that comes with experience.”
Mike Tomlin Compliments QB Justin Fields
Tomlin passed on the opportunity to name Fields his team’s starter. That may say more about how the Steelers view the 25-year-old quarterback than anything.
But Tomlin expressed that how he is approaching the team’s quarterback situation ahead of Week 7 is more than just about evaluating Fields’ performance.
“Justin has been really good, and we’ve been really good at times. But not to be confused with great,” Tomlin told the media. “This is a competitive league. We’re trying to position ourselves to be that team. We’ve got a player with talent who hasn’t had an opportunity to play, so we’re going to potentially explore those things.
“Sometimes it doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with what Justin has done or not done. Justin has been an asset to us.”
Whether from Fields or Wilson, the Steelers need more from their passing game. They are 28th with 166.8 passing yards per game.
Fields has completed a career-high 66.3% of his passes and only thrown 1 interception. But he’s not completing many of his deep attempts down field.
What Fields is doing, though, is giving the Steelers an additional boost in the run game. On October 15, Tomlin called Fields’ legs “an x-factor” that Wilson doesn’t have.
Fields has 5 rushing touchdowns in six games this season.
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The video comes just three weeks ahead of the upcoming Presidential Election.
Original cast members from Newsies have teamed up with the cast of Suffs and more Broadway stars for a special Broadway Votes music video.
Directed by Kenny Ortega, the music video features new lyrics to "Carrying the Banner" and "Seize the Day" from the hit Disney musical.
The music video features original Newsies on Broadway cast members Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Ben Fankhauser, Kara Lindsay, and Tommy Bracco. It has choreography by Sergio Trujillo, music by Alan Menken, and lyrics by Jack Feldman.
Joining them are Adam Ali-Perez, Jelani Alladin, Jenna Bainbridge, John Behlmann, Ally Bonino, Lauren Chapman, Antonio Cipriano, Nadia Dandashi, Karli Dinardo, Jordan Donica, Laila Drew, Jaryd Farcon, Logan Farine, Kerri George, Camryn Hampton, F. Michael Haynie, Nikki M. James, Eliazar Jimenez, Taylor Iman Jones, Oyoyo Joi, Konnor Kelly, Isabelle McCalla, Chessa Metz, Khori Petinaud, Derek Piquette, Clay Rice-Thomson, Kirsten Scott, Josh Strobl, Justin David Sullivan, Tiffany Renee Thompson, D’Kaylah Unique Whitley, Melissa Victor, Nyseli Vega, and Blake Zelesnikar.
The music video was filmed at New York's Connelly Theater on September 30, which was notably the day that Gavin Creel passed away. Broadway Votes co-founder Catherine Markowitz told the Los Angeles Times that his death was announced as they were entering their lunch break.
"Gavin was one of the first people who signed up for Broadway Votes when we started gathering interest in the spring, and a lot of people in our company had worked with Gavin and were close with him. We decided to dedicate the music video to him, because if he hadn't been sick, he would have been there on set with us," Markowitz shared.
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Barnhizer talks 'golden era' of Northwestern
October 15, 2024 12:15 PM
Brooks Barnhizer sits down to talk about how it feels to be a part of the 'golden era' of Northwestern basketball.
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Washington: Two giant pandas destined for the Washington zoo arrived in the United States from China on Tuesday.
Live television images showed the arrival of the three-year-old pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, on a FedEx plane that landed at Dulles airport in Virginia.
Bao Li, a male panda, and Qing Bao, a female, will be housed at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington under a decade-long breeding and research agreement.
Only a few of the beloved black-and-white bears remain in the United States after almost all were returned to China in recent years under pre-arranged contracts - including all three of the National Zoo's pandas last November.
The lack of immediate replacements was viewed by many as a symbol of the heightened tensions between Washington and Beijing.
China has been using so-called "panda diplomacy" since 1972, when the first animals were sent to Washington as a gift, following US president Richard Nixon's historic visit to the Communist nation.
Chinese President Xi Jinping said after meeting his counterpart Joe Biden at a summit in California last November that China could send new pandas as "envoys of friendship between the Chinese and American people."
In August, the San Diego zoo welcomed two new giant pandas, the first to be sent by China to the United States in 21 years.
Anticipation for the pandas' arrival in Washington has been high, with the National Zoo's website emblazoned with a banner that reads: "The pandas are coming."
The National Zoo will be closed to visitors on Tuesday to allow for an orderly arrival of the pandas.
Renovations have been undertaken at the panda habitat "to enhance the safety of the facilities and maximize space for the bears to roam," according to the zoo's website.
The new structures constructed for the pandas include shallow pools to allow them to bathe and bamboo stands that require the bears to mimic the foraging techniques they would use in the wild.
The bears will not be available to the public for more than a month after their arrival as they will need to be quarantined and acclimate to their new habitat.
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Sales of term insurance policies to self-employed individuals surged 50 per cent year-on-year in September 2024, with 70 per cent of purchases driven by plans designed specifically for this demographic, according to data published by Policybazaar for sales on its platform.
The growth can partly be attributed to customised term plans that no longer require traditional income verification documents.
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“Traditionally, income tax returns and income computations were the primary documents used to determine eligibility,” says Bikash Choudhary, chief actuarial and governance officer, IndiaFirst Life Insurance.
“With flexible and specialised plans, it’s easier for business owners and freelancers to protect their families,” says Rhishabh Garg, head of term insurance, Policybazaar.
Challenges for self-employed buyers
Self-employed individuals often face hurdles in buying term insurance due to financial documentation that doesn’t fully reflect their earnings. This complicates underwriting.
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“Earnings may appear lower because of business expenses or other irregular income, while the insurance coverage sought is often significantly higher than reported earnings,” says Choudhary.
Madhu Burugupalli, senior executive vice president and head of products, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, offers an example of a buyer earning Rs 3 lakh annually who seeks coverage of Rs 5 crore. “Insurers will be cautious as there is no justification for such high coverage compared to the income,” he says.
Reliance on alternative data growing
Insurers are increasingly using alternative data to assess eligibility. According to Burugupalli, inputs such as the buyer’s
residence, car ownership (whether financed or owned), company turnover, credit score, and loan repayment history are now considered instead of income tax returns (ITRs) and income computations.
“Surrogate proofs, such as the Insured Declared Value (IDV) of a vehicle and data from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) database, help insurers evaluate financial stability,” says Garg.
Determining the sum assured
The sum assured can be calculated using human life value (HLV), obtained by multiplying annual income by the remaining years of work.
A common thumb rule suggests coverage should be 10-15x the annual income. Garg explains that if the family’s annual income is Rs 20 lakh and monthly expense is Rs 80,000 (about Rs 10 lakh annually), at least Rs 1 crore is needed to cover a decade of expenses. “With inflation doubling expenses every decade, this figure rises to Rs 2 crore in the next decade. Therefore, Rs 3 crore in coverage or 15 times the income is ideal, while the minimum needs to be 10 times,” says Garg.
Burugupalli adds that the family’s monthly living costs for determining insurance coverage must include school fees, home loans, and other necessities.
Points to keep in mind
Self-employed buyers should add riders like waiver of premium and accidental death benefit to their policy. The former ensures future premiums are paid by the insurer in the event of accidental disability or critical illness. “This feature allows the policy to continue even when income drops due to unforeseen circumstances. It’s a low-cost rider,” says Garg.
The accidental death benefit pays a higher amount — up to 100 per cent more — than the coverage, according to Garg.
Select a premium payment plan you are comfortable with. “Choose a plan you can adhere to comfortably, even if unexpected challenges arise,” says Burugupalli. Lastly, Burugupalli stresses the importance of full health disclosure when purchasing term insurance to ensure smooth claims processing.
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Volunteers at an Angus pet rescue centre fear for the future after the charity’s van was written off in a crash.
Angus Cat Rescue says it will struggle to meet all its commitments without the vehicle – but it can’t afford a new one.
Although the group has insurance for the van, it doesn’t know how it will source and afford something similar.
Charity volunteer Doreen Culley said fellow volunteer Angie Smith was driving the van just over a week ago when she was involved in a serious crash near Kirkbuddo.
Angus Cat Rescue van a write-off
Although Angie wasn’t seriously hurt the van was a write-off.
Doreen said: “The van is insured but we have a big problem in the meantime having transportation for everything we do.”
She added the rescue centre is completely manned and run by volunteers including herself and Angie.
Doreen added: “We have to do all our own fundraising and with the cost of looking after and paying for treatment, spaying, medication and food for only one cat being as much as £2,000 it is a constant challenge.”
Angie wrote on the centre’s Facebook page: “This was the only vehicle owned by the rescue centre, and purchased with monies raised by the team walking miles participating in the Kiltwalk and other events and, of course, from donations.
“The van was the workhorse for so many of the activities within the rescue, moving cats and kittens as required, as well as collecting supplies among other things.
“A call was received from the loss adjusters but they can never give the true value of replacing what we have lost.”
Fundraising hopes pinned on masked ball
Doreen said the charity’s latest fundraising hopes are pinned on a masked ball at the Invercarse Hotel in Dundee on October 26.
But so far it hasn’t sold enough tickets to make it viable and may have to be cancelled.
She said: “We are giving it until Thursday but if we don’t sell any more tickets we will be forced to cancel, leaving us without our big fundraiser.
“We really need people to support us in this and our other fundraising activities going forward.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 11.20am on Monday, October 7, officers received a report of a two-vehicle crash on the B978 near the junction with the B9127.
“Two women, aged 69 and 57, were taken to hospital for treatment. Enquiries are ongoing.”
Anyone who can help is asked to contact the rescue centre via Facebook.
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Driving bans tightened
LH Mattle appeals to tourists traveling through
Following the traffic chaos, Tyrol is tightening up the driving bans on the Brenner route. The first optimizations are to come into force this weekend. LH Anton Mattle is making a clear announcement.
There are now many extremely busy days on the Brenner highway: "There are 100 million people living north of Tyrol who like to travel south. But Tyrol cannot and does not want to build wider roads. That's why we are the only region that has introduced massive exit bans. Cars that want to go to Lake Garda, for example, are generally prohibited from leaving the highway and simply driving through the villages," said LH Mattle, referring to the measures already in place.
Police officers and inspectors insulted
Tyrol has been fighting against excessive traffic for many years. However, the controls have become anything but easy in the meantime. "Inspectors and law enforcement officers report that they are being insulted by annoyed drivers," reports LH Mattle, who therefore appeals to drivers to stay on main roads and highways.
Stay on the highway and main traffic arteries and don't clog up the traffic routes of the local population. You don't want your home community to be overrun by an avalanche of cars either.
LH Anton Mattle
Navigation devices also show shortcuts
"In addition to the volume of traffic, the biggest problem is navigation devices and smartphone apps, which immediately divert you to another route in the event of delays. We therefore urgently need a federal law that obliges sat nav operators to incorporate temporary driving bans into their systems. Potential alternative routes such as the B 182 or the L 38 could then literally disappear from the map for those unfamiliar with the area," explained Transport Minister Rene Zumtobel (SPÖ).
Already in force at the weekend
At a joint meeting with the police and Asfinag, further measures were decided to minimize the risk of traffic gridlock: These include adjustments to the truck metering calendar to accommodate construction work on the Lueg Bridge, an extension of car exit bans with an increase in control personnel, additional traffic posts in roadworks areas and a metering traffic light heading north.
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PNC Earnings: PNC Financial’s Q3 profit drops despite revenue growth
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) Tuesday reported mixed results for the third quarter of 2024, with earnings declining and revenue increasing year-over-year.
Net income attributable to common shareholders was $1.40 billion or $3.49 per share in the September quarter, compared to $1.44 billion or $3.60 per share in the comparable period of 2023. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.60 per share, to be paid on November 5, 2024, to shareholders of record as of October 16, 2024.
Revenues moved up 4% annually to $5.44 billion in Q3. During the quarter, the company returned $0.8 billion of capital to shareholders, reflecting about $0.6 billion of dividends and more than $0.1 billion of common share repurchases.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) SEATTLE, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trupanion, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUP), a leader in medical insurance for cats and dogs, announced today it will report financial results for its 2024 third quarter after the market closes on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The company will host a conference call that day beginning shortly after 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET.
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Should we fight for Net Zero or adapt to climate change?
How often do politicians, prominent leaders, and the mainstream media explicitly or implicitly conflate climate change with rising CO2 concentration? Very often. It occurs so regularly that they have effectively become the same thing. Here are two examples.
Here is the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in June this year: “In the case of climate, we are not the dinosaurs. We are the meteor. We are not only in danger. We are the danger.”
And here is Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, in 2021, in a speech which made her famous:
“Code Red. Code Red to the G7 countries, code red, code red to the G20.
Earth the COP. That’s what it said. Earth to COP. For those who have eyes to see, for those who have ears to listen and for those who have a heart to feel, 1.5 is what we need to survive. 2 degrees, yes S-G [Secretary-General], is a death sentence for the people of Antigua and Barbuda, for the people of the Maldives, for the people of Dominica and Fiji, for the people of Kenya and Mozambique, and yes, for the people of Samoa and Barbados.
We do not want that dreaded death sentence and we have come here today to say, ‘try harder, try harder,’ because our people, the climate army, the world, the planet needs our actions now, not next year, not in the next decade.”
I agree with them that global warming is real; I disagree that it’s time to panic. Let’s unpack this.
About global warming
The lower troposphere (our atmosphere up to 8 km altitude) has been warming at 0.16℃/decade since Dec 1, 1978. A new record was set in August 2024: “each of the last 12 consecutive months achieved their highest value [global temperature anomaly] in the 45+ year satellite record”, according to the UAH Global Temperature Report.
The Copernicus Global Climate Highlights 2023 and NOAA’s Annual 2023 Global Climate Report report a bleak situation. And there’s plenty more bad news below in this chart.
No wonder people are worried about climate change, especially as the world careens towards war and political and financial instability. Poor nations like Barbados are impacted the most by climate change.
But is it really a climate “code red” in the way Prime Minister Mottley fears? This may surprise you, but a recently published scientific paper suggests “perhaps not”. More about this later.
But from what I can see, as an educated layman in this debate, is that most people see one huge problem – global warming – and one expensive solution, Net Zero. This is mistaken.
According to the analysis underpinning the Paris Agreement limit of 2℃ (1.5℃ ideally), Net Zero is based on these assumptions:
- CO2 is the primary driver of temperature increase;
- increasing global mean temperature anomaly drives climate; and
- global mean temperature anomaly above 1.5℃ relative to 1850-1900 will lead to more frequent extreme weather events.
Let’s look at each of these.
CO2 is the primary driver of temperature
The history of the melting glacier in Glacier Bay, Alaska, provides us with dramatic visual evidence showing that warming preceded a significant increase in CO2 concentration.
Approximately 50 kilometres of glacier melted between 1760 and 1850 plus another 60 kilometres or so between 1850 and 1900. The figure above illustrates what remains of what was once an enormous volume of ice. And here is a photo of what it looks like today:
The next chart shows us how the concentration of CO2 changed in that period (see here for details). If this graph concerns you or you find it alarming, please keep in mind that CO2 is currently “saturated” and subject to the law of diminishing returns.
Climate scientist, Dr. W.A. van Wijngaarden, explains in one of his reports: “Greenhouse gas emissions were negligible during the 1800s. This indicates attributing melting glaciers as completely due to increasing greenhouse gas concentrations is incorrect. The glacier retreat has likely been due to ongoing warming of the Earth following the end of the Little Ice Age”.
I refer the technically inclined to these two scientific papers: here and here. The former, published in 2013, looks at the period 1980-2011. The authors discovered that increases in temperature preceded increases in CO2 concentration as if temperature were driving CO2. This must be astonishing to anyone—likely most people in the world--who believes the opposite is true. This alone calls into question Net Zero. To be fair, some scientists have criticized this paper, but Dr. Ole Humlum, one of its authors, maintains that the paper is fundamentally sound.
The latter paper, published in 2003, states, “...CO2 increase lagged Antarctic deglacial warming by 800 ± 200 years...” about 240,000 years ago. The upshot of their historical research is that temperature increases have preceded CO2 increases for a very long time.
We’ve known since the mid-19th century about greenhouse gases, but the relationship between temperature and CO2 isn’t as straightforward as it is often presented. It’s worth repeating this point since we’ve been told the opposite by the mainstream media so often: increases in temperature precede increases in CO2concentration. This point just by itself requires us to question Net Zero. Shouldn’t this be front page news everywhere?
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Increasing global mean temperature anomaly drives climate change
What some people refer to as global temperature increase is more accurately called global mean temperature anomaly. A paper entitled On Climate Sensitivity published by the CO2 Coalition argues that the difference in temperature between the equator and the pole drives climate change, not the global mean temperature anomaly that is the focus of every COP and of every IPCC report.
A single number for global warming is an average which masks differences all over the surface of the globe, notably at the equator and at the poles. Why are temperatures rising at the poles, but not in the tropics? What could be causing this? According to On Climate Sensitivity, changes in polar temperature have been driven by powerful Milankovitch Cycles that result in large fluctuations to the amount of solar energy reaching Earth.
For the technically inclined, I encourage you to look at Fig. 5 (p. 11) to see how well Milankovitch cycles match the rate of change of Arctic ice. Once you see this, you will be forced to start asking difficult questions about what you have been told so far about climate change. Climate change has been going on for millions of years, and it’s still going on (see here and here).
Exceeding 1.5℃ will lead to significantly more extreme weather events
Various parts of the world have undoubtedly experienced extreme weather events recently, but to conclude that this is a trend taking place everywhere is wrong.
We often hear in the mainstream media that the frequency and intensity of hurricanes, tornadoes, etc., have been increasing -- and that this is evidence of human-induced climate change. Is this true? Well, it isn’t true for tornadoes in the USA, for example, where the number of EF3-EF5 (strongest) tornadoes is decreasing. This is illustrated in the graph below (see The American Midwest and Climate Change for details).
Regarding Atlantic storms, “it is likely that the increase in Atlantic tropical storm and hurricane frequency in HURDAT [hurricane database] since the late-1800s is primarily due to improved monitoring ... The evidence for an upward trend is even weaker if we look at U.S. landfalling hurricanes, which even show a slight negative trend beginning from 1900 or from the late 1800s” (see here for details).
Regarding droughts and precipitation, I would like to refer you again to The American Midwest and Climate Change. This thoroughly researched paper doesn’t agree with the typical media reports on extreme weather events, and it may surprise you.
The WMO issued a press release indicating that July 2023 was the hottest day in recent history based on the ERA5 dataset whose data begins in 1940.
Dr John Christy produced the chart below. It shows the number of record high (red) and low (blue) daily temperatures by year. Each station has 153 days in the warm season (May-Sep) and 122 in the cold season (Dec-Mar). This is the average per station for the entire conterminous US. The greatest number of daily hot records occurred in the 1930s. How many times have you seen this chart or anything like it? Perhaps never?
By now, I hope that you can see that the CO2-induced-climate-change narrative we read in the media is at least highly questionable if not misleading and untrustworthy.
Nevertheless, let’s treat these assumptions as facts, and try to calculate expected warming in 2050. For that we need two pieces of information: (1) warming from 1850-1900 (the start of the Second Industrial Revolution) to 2024; and (2) predicted warming from 2024 to 2050.
Warming since 1850-1900
You might think that we know accurately and consistently how much warming has taken place since 1850-1900. Not so. Here are some estimates from major climate databases. Note that they range from 1.07 to 1.48℃.
(Sources: IPCC, Berkeley Earth, NOAA, Climate.gov, NASA, WMO, Copernicus)
Please note, “That goal [Paris Agreement] is defined in reference to the average climate over many years, so a few individual months or a single year above 1.5 °C do not automatically mean that the target has been exceeded” (see here for details).
Warming from 2024 to 2050
The IPCC’s Climate Change 2021 The Physical Science Basis is loaded with climate model predictions on future warming (e.g. see Full Report p. 22). Perhaps we don’t need those climate models that collectively have cost billions to develop.
Net Zero Averted Temperature Increase, alluded to before, was published this past June; it’s only a few pages long; the math can be understood by anyone who took university-level math, and the science is straightforward. That makes it powerful. Few people even know it exists, but it is, as they say, a game changer. The Net Zero Averted Temperature states:
If the entire world forced net zero CO2 emissions by the year 2050, a warming of only 0.070℃(0.13℉) would be averted...For worldwide net zero emissions by 2050 and the 4-times larger IPCC climate sensitivity [3℃], the averted warming would be 0.28 ℃ (0.50 ℉).
This is astonishing given the worldwide maniacal pursuit of Net Zero with its enormous consequences and costs, e.g. worsened food security. Billions if not trillions of dollars will be spent to avoid 0.070℃. This should shock any reasonable person, and yet here we are right in the middle of doing so.
If Net Zero Averted Temperature is correct—and nobody has challenged it as far as I know--the expected warming by 2050 would be 1.55℃ (1.48+0.07=1.55) assuming a worst-case scenario of warming since 1850-1900 of 1.48℃. Does it seem reasonable for an additional 0.05℃ above 1.5℃ to lead to global climate calamity given that climate change is driven by the difference in temperature between the poles and the equator (see second assumption)?
The pursuit of Net Zero is harmful in many ways:
- It reinforces in the public mind the notion that we need to fight CO2, when we really need to be adapting to climate change that will come no matter how much we want to believe that we can control nature. Clinging to that false notion makes us more vulnerable and diminishes our capacity to respond to climate change.
- It creates the illusion that politicians and world leaders are “doing something” to fight climate change without accomplishing the stated aim. This will undermine trust in them and in our institutions when climate continues to change despite Net Zero.
- The relentless and thoughtless promotion of Net Zero by the mainstream media further undermines their own credibility.
- It diverts enormous sums of money into projects that will accomplish essentially nothing, i.e. the avoidance of a 0.070℃ increase in temperature.
- By diverting huge sums of money into unproductive projects that will only enrich green sector investors, there will be less money available to help poor nations take practical measures to protect themselves from climate change (ironically finance is one of the pillars of COP29).
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Wealthier nations will suffer too as they allocate huge sums of money to ineffective projects. Take the City of Toronto as an example. Toronto City Council is unable to fund “basic responsibilities” (see p. 11 here), but enthusiastically squanders billions on Net Zero projects even though Toronto contributes about 0.00001℃/year to global warming.
- Net Zero will reduce the amount of fertilizer that can be used by farmers, and that will significantly reduce crop production and worsen food security globally, e.g. see here.
- Reducing the concentration of CO2 will decrease crop production that benefits from higher levels of CO2.
- Reducing the concentration of CO2 will reverse a general greening of Earth brought about by an increase in CO2 concentration (the COP29 homepage ironically states “In solidarity with a green world”).
- The risk of drought will increase as CO2 decreases since plants uptake more water in lower CO2concentration making land drier.
Ms Mottley declared a “code red.” Well, she’s partially correct. Poor nations are struggling with climate change and don’t have the resources to cope with it.
The real code red, however, is the squandering of trillions of dollars on Net Zero that will not work, and which will produce many negative consequences. Adapting to climate change is the only way forward.
COP29 runs from November 11 to 22. Will it be more of the same “doom and gloom, spend, spend, spend” or will some leader finally burst the bubble of groupthink that surrounds it by asking some tough questions about whether Net Zero makes scientific sense?
Are you a climate denialist if you question Net Zero?
Fabiano Micoli has a B.Eng. (mechanical), MBA, and BEd (math and physics). He writes from Toronto.
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Emberson Fedders commented 2024-10-15 12:59:59 +1100I just don’t understand the right. First it was climate change is “complete crap.” Then it was “the science isn’t settled.” Now it’s “let’s adapt to climate change.”
Why can’t the right just accept the evidence? Why this constant, ideologically driven denial? It makes no sense. And it must be exhausting to constantly have your fingers in your ears shouting ’Na na na na." -
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NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Numerous Bahamian nationals were recognized at the 2024 Investiture and Conferment of National Honors ceremony at Baha Mar on Monday.
The ceremony, which is hosted annually on National Heroes Day, recognized individuals who have made a seminal contribution to The Bahamas by displaying visionary and pioneering leadership of the highest excellence.
Awardees included: Commissioner of The Bahamas Department of Corrections, Mr. Doan Cleare, Comptroller of Bahamas Customs, Mr. Ralph Munroe, President of Bahamas Union of Teachers, Belinda Wilson and Diocesan Bishop, The Rt. Rev’d. Laish Boyd
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Anne Hathaway is known for her acting abilities, but the Oscar-winner shared her musical prowess by covering a Queen classic.
Hathaway performed Queen's "Somebody to Love" at a fundraiser for Kamala Harris called Broadway for Harris, which included other celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Porter, Rosie Perez and more
She took to the stage and voiced her support for Harris and announced that she would be voting for her and added that she was going to "make a little space tonight" for the undecided voter.
She wanted the undecided voter to "contemplate a question they might be struggling with," before she began the song.
Towards the end of the song, Hathaway made an impassioned plea for everyone to vote on Election Day, November 5.
"America, the day we have to be free is November 5. We've got a big choice to make, America, and you do have to make a choice, you do have to vote," she said.
"And maybe in this election... maybe the somebody you love, is you. You've got to vote for yourself, America," Hathaway continued.
She then finished out the rest of the song and got a huge round of applause. Hathaway then led the crowd with a Kamala chant before walking down from the stage.
Hathaway's performance comes after singer Jon Bon Jovi took to social media to voice his support for Harris in the upcoming election.
"The People's House' is a song that celebrates this beautiful place that we call home, from sea to shining sea. @thewarandtreaty. The truth matters. And the truth is on election day I'll be voting for @KamalaHarris and @TimWalz because I believe in the power of we, not of me. I've written a song reminding us that out of many, we are still one," Jovi said.
Other stars to voice their support for Harris include, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Willie Nelson and Bruce Spingsteen.
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The Outsiders: A New Musical [Original Broadway Cast Recording] is now available on all streaming platforms.
The Outsiders has dropped a new music video for "Hoods Turned Heroes."
The new video features footage of Daryl Tofa, Jason Schmidt, and the cast of the Tony-winning musical recording the track in the studio, along with footage from the Broadway production.
The Outsiders: A New Musical [Original Broadway Cast Recording] is now available on all streaming platforms. It features music and lyrics by Tony Award nominees Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin Levine, along with music supervision, orchestration & arrangements by Justin Levine.
The Outsiders features a book by Tony Award nominee Adam Rapp with Tony Award winner Justin Levine, choreography by Tony Award nominees Rick Kuperman & Jeff Kuperman and is directed by Tony Award winner Danya Taymor.
In Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade and their Greaser family of “outsiders” battle with their affluent rivals, the Socs. This thrilling new Broadway musical navigates the complexities of self-discovery as the Greasers dream about who they want to become in a world that may never accept them. With a dynamic original score, The Outsiders is a story of friendship, family, belonging... and the realization that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
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Moscow: A Russian man survived more than two months drifting in icy seas on an inflatable boat in an ordeal that claimed the lives of his brother and teenaged nephew, officials and reports said.
Mikhail Pichugin may have survived because of his portly 100 kilogramme (220 pounds) stature, according to his incredulous wife. Media reports said he weighed only 50kg when found on Monday.
The man, his brother and a 15-year-old set off for Sakhalin island from the far eastern Khabarovsk region on August 9 on an inflatable catamaran, transport prosecutors said.
The boat was discovered at about 10.00 pm on Monday as it floated past a fishing boat in the Sea of Okhotsk, around 1,000 kilometres (670 miles) from its starting point and 66 days after it set off.
A video posted by prosecutors shows a bearded man in a life jacket shouting at the fishermen: "I don't have much strength" but managing to catch a rope.
The survivor was named by RIA Novosti news agency as Mikhail Pichugin. The bodies of his brother Sergei, 49, and nephew Ilya, 15, were still on the boat.
Rescuers had mounted a helicopter and plane search for the trio a few days after they disappeared, suspecting the boat had been carried by currents towards Kamchatka.
50 kilos lost
Pichugin's wife Yekaterina told RIA Novosti: "It's a kind of miracle". She said the men had taken enough food and water to last only two weeks.
She said her husband's bulk could have saved him, as "he weighed around 100 kilograms". Russian television reported he lost 50kg.
The fishing boat brought Pichugin to the far eastern city of Magadan, where he was taken off in a stretcher, apparently conscious.
His condition is "more or less stable", the chief doctor of the regional hospital, Yury Lednev, told RIA Novosti, saying he was likely to have suffered from hypothermia.
The fishing boat also brought back the bodies and the inflatable boat, which was being examined by investigators.
Criminal probe launched
Transport investigators have launched a probe into possible breaches of safety rules, raising the prospect that Pichugin could face a criminal charge and risk a prison sentence of up to seven years.
The Baza Telegram channel, which is seen as close to law enforcement, cited sources as saying the group had around 20 litres of water and collected rain water and ate dried noodles and peas.
The channel reported that Pichugin told the fishermen his nephew died in early September after which the brothers spent about three weeks together on the boat.
They began to get bedsores from sitting so long and his brother tried to wash himself and fell in the icy water. Pichugin retrieved him but he died soon after, Baza reported.
Pichugin then tied his brother and nephew's bodies to the boat to prevent them falling into the choppy waves. He hung their life jackets on the side of the boat in a bid to attract attention.
The brothers were from Ulan-Ude in Siberia but Mikhail Pichugin was working on Sakhalin as a driver.
He had invited his brother and nephew to visit and they planned a sea trip to see whales, Komsomolskaya Pravda tabloid reported, citing relatives.
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The Amber group and Korea Circuit, a pioneer of the Korean PCB industry, are proud to announce the Joint Venture (JV) for manufacturing PCBs into India. The JV sets the strategic foray into high technology and advanced manufacturing of HDI, Flex and Semiconductor substrates PCBs. This collaboration embarks on the shared vision of the bringing world class technology and manufacturing excellence to India and cater to fast growing domestic Electronics demand.
The Amber Group, through its subsidiary IL JIN Electronics, and Korea Circuit will hold 70% and 30% ownership respectively in this JV.
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Angus Council says it plans to explode myths surrounding Storm Babet’s impact on Brechin as the first anniversary of the disaster looms.
This weekend is a year since record-breaking levels in the River South Esk sparked the biggest multi-agency rescue operation ever witnessed in Angus.
Hundreds of people had to be rescued from their homes.
Brechin’s River Street was its epicentre, but the storm caused widespread devastation in other communities.
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The council said: “As we near the anniversary of the terrible Storm Babet, we want to reassure the community of Brechin by putting to rest some long running theories about the flood defence scheme, the response and the future of flooding in Brechin.”
In a ‘Flooding Facts’ post on X it said the theory Brechin’s £16m flood protection scheme had failed during Babet was false.
The River Street project was one of of the largest civil engineering schemes completed in Angus when it opened in 2016.
The council said: “The current flood prevention scheme operated to the level it was designed to take – to 3.7 metres over normal levels.
“Storm Babet reached 4.6m over normal levels, so the scheme worked, but was simply overwhelmed by the most serious flooding ever recorded in that area.”
The Courier charted the rapid rise of the River South Esk during Storm Babet.
And in February we revealed engineers had found the flood defences to be in “good condition”.
They were originally built to withstand a one-in-200-year flood event.
An old wall wing leading to Brechin Bridge, which was not part of the defences, collapsed.
But it led to questions over the flood wall’s suitability after being over-topped in the space of less than a decade.
An interim report on Brechin’s recovery from Storm Babet is due to go before councillors next month.
However, authority chief executive Kathryn Lindsay previously warned it will not provide definitive answers on plans around areas such as the future of dozens of council houses which remain unoccupied.
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SCHW Earnings: A snapshot of Charles Schwab’s Q3 2024 results
Financial services company The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE: SCHW) on Tuesday reported flat earnings for the third quarter of 2024, on an adjusted basis.
Total revenues increased 5% year-over-year to $4.85 billion in the September quarter. The topline benefitted from a 21% surge in asset management and administration fees.
Net income available to common stockholders was $1.41 billion or $0.71 per share in Q3, compared to $1.13 billion or $0.56 per share in the prior-year quarter. Adjusted profit remained unchanged year-over-year at $0.77 per share.
“Our momentum with clients continues to build following the successful completion of the Ameritrade conversion earlier this year. Third quarter net asset gathering of over $95 billion pushed year-to-date core net new assets to $252 billion,” said the company’s CEO Walt Bettinger.
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LEGGETT & PLATT ANNOUNCES 3Q 2024 EARNINGS CALL
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Carthage, MO, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leggett & Platt (NYSE:LEG), a diversified manufacturer of engineered products serving several major markets, will release third quarter earnings results on Monday, October 28, 2024 after the market closes, and hold its quarterly conference call to discuss third quarter results, annual guidance, market conditions, and related matters on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (7:30 a.m. Central Time).
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How Booz Allen and Bank of America are training managers to be more neuro-inclusive
While the state of corporate DEI programs is in flux, more companies are paying attention to a traditionally overlooked group in the workplace — those who are neurodivergent.
Awareness around neurodiversity, which can include conditions such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia, among others, has grown rapidly in the past few years thanks to social media. With more workers identifying as neurodivergent themselves, they’re expecting better support from their employers — and that their supervisors are properly trained to manage them and help with any accommodations they need to do their best work in their roles.
Some major companies like Booz Allen Hamilton and Bank of America rolled out neurodiversity training programs this year.
Booz Allen partnered with Washington, D.C.-based Broad Futures, an organization that helps young neurodivergent people enter the workforce, to help facilitate its training sessions. Hiring managers are required to take the course, along with managers on teams with neurodiverse staff, though it’s available to all staff, said Tom Downs, principal of diversity talent acquisition and talent pipeline programs at Booz Allen Hamilton.
Booz Allen has over 100 employees who have reported being neurodiverse themselves, and they are at all levels of the organization – ranging from entry level to leadership roles, Downs said.
The first section of the training covers disability etiquette and awareness, and the second covers neurodiversity awareness. It includes best practices, testimonials from neurodiverse teammates, and other important topics, like barriers to employment faced by neurodiverse people.
“Typically the biggest barrier for employment for the neurodiverse community is navigating that interview process,” Downs said. “If companies aren’t engaging purposefully with this talent pipeline, why not?”
It’s true that traditional hiring processes often filter out neurodivergent candidates, and better training hiring managers is one step to better support them.
Bank of America also launched a neurodiversity manager training program this year. It partnered with nonprofit Neurodiversity in the Workplace to create its program, which includes six brief training modules. Managers are required to take it, though it’s available to all staff, and over 1,000 employees from various roles have taken the training in the last few months, said Jenny Kim Park, chief diversity and inclusion officer at Bank of America.
Some covered topics include defining neurodiversity, understanding common barriers neurodivergent staff face, and the benefits of employee neurodiverse staff. It also covers recognizing employee potential, allyship, disclosure and other tips for managing neuro-inclusive teams.
“We see the enormous contributions they can make to our workforce and communities. We want to ensure that managers have the foundation they need to understand how neurodiversity can play out in the workplace and the tools they need to manage this talent pool.” Kim Park said.
One tip for employers looking to create their own programs is to be mindful of intersectionality, she said.
“Many neurodivergent teammates also experience unconscious bias related to race, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation. Early socioeconomic status can also impact an employee’s journey toward diagnosis and care. It’s important to continue offering programs, training and employee networks that focus on broader inclusion in addition to neuroinclusion,” she said.
Both Bank of America and Booz Allen tapped other organizations to help create their training programs, and suggest other employers do the same when standing up their own programs. BroadFutures is also helping Booz Allen with other initiatives to boost its pipeline of neurodiverse candidates.
“It’s nice to have a bit of a partnership that you can lean on to make sure that you’re successful in this endeavor,” Downs said.
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Hawke Media Acquires Super Top Secret
Southwest-based creative agency to bring high-demand projects to West Coast agency’s expanding portfolio
Hawke Media, a leading performance marketing agency, has announced its acquisition of Super Top Secret (STS), a creative agency based in Salt Lake City, Utah. This deal, which is expected to enhance both parties’ capabilities, is designed to enable them to deliver end-to-end services to clients across all industries, uniting STS’ strengths in brand strategy, web development and creative campaigns with Hawke Media’s innovative marketing solutions.
“Bringing Super Top Secret under the Hawke Media banner is more than just expanding our capabilities – it’s about combining creative storytelling with data-driven marketing to solve real business challenges”, said Erik Huberman, founder and CEO, Hawke Media. “STS has a unique ability to reach niche audiences, and together, we’ll push the boundaries of how brands connect with their customers in impactful, lasting ways.”
Specializing in lifestyle brands and the outdoor industry, STS has grown to become a full-service creative agency with a core focus on brand strategy and identity, web development and UX/UI design, creative campaigns, packaging design and authentic audience engagement. Since its inception in 2009, STS has worked with some of the world’s largest and most recognized brands, including Nike, Adidas, Ubisoft, Riot Games and PRIME. The agency has built a reputation for its ability to connect with hard-to-reach audiences, delivering authentic visual communication that deeply resonates with these niche markets.
“Joining forces with Hawke Media fills the gap we’ve had in supporting our clients beyond the initial brand launch,” said Jared Strain, founder and creative director of Super Top Secret. “We’ve always excelled in building brands from the ground up, but now we can continue that partnership through ongoing marketing efforts, ensuring our clients see sustained success.”
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Celebrating its 15th anniversary this week, STS enters a new chapter with its acquisition by Hawke Media. The agency’s team will remain intact ensuring that STS’ core values and commitment to clients remain unchanged.
“We’ve made beautiful things for our clients over the past 15 years, and each one holds a special place in our journey,” said Joey Yorba, managing director, Super Top Secret. “With Hawke, we can now combine our creative work with the strategic execution needed for long-term growth, allowing clients to scale in new ways.”
Scaling to a commendable valuation of over $150 million, Hawke Media has thoughtfully dilated its influence through purposeful acquisitions. The company features an impressive clientele, including globally recognized brands, such as Barstool Sports, Funko, Getty Museum, Red Bull and more.
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About Hawke Media
Hawke Media is one of the country’s most rapidly expanding marketing agencies dedicated to delivering bespoke, data-driven and performance-centric solutions to help launch, scale and revitalize businesses. Its success can be attributed to its commitment to creating customized strategies that align perfectly with the unique needs of each client.
Hawke Media firmly believes that every contemporary business necessitates a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)-caliber professional to spearhead its marketing initiatives. The company has facilitated the growth of over 5,000 brands through individually tailored strategies to suit businesses of all sizes, sectors and revenue models.
With a decade of experience, Hawke Media founded by Erik Huberman, distinguishes itself in the digital landscape. By harnessing the power of its proprietary AI-driven system, HawkeAI, the company effectively solidifies its reputation as both unique and forward-thinking. For more information, visit www.hawkemedia.com.
About Super Top Secret
Founded in 2009, Super Top Secret (STS) is a creative agency driven by authenticity and a relentless pursuit of uncovering the “why” behind every brand. Specializing in brand strategy, messaging, web development, UX/UI design and content creation, STS helps brands connect with hard-to-reach audiences through deeply engaging, authentic storytelling. With a focus on the outdoor industry and lifestyle brands, STS has built a reputation for delivering powerful brand experiences for some of the world’s leading names, including Nike, Adidas, Ubisoft and Ghost Energy.
Combining innovative imagination with educated research, STS crafts unique visual identities and creative expressions that resonate across digital, web and experiential platforms. From polished brand messaging to full-scale content creation, including ad copy, video, packaging design and custom websites, STS delivers end-to-end solutions that drive growth and brand loyalty. For more information, visit www.wearetopsecret.com.
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The plagues of Ukraine: war and demographic collapse
Eastern Europe’s bottomless pit of perdition, where human beings are cannon fodder, is putting up a brave front. That is today’s Ukraine. People still go to work and do their best to provide for themselves amidst the chaos. A weakened and corrupted government, financed by American taxpayers, still functions.
Keeping up appearances
Evidence of that lingering functionality is the Ministry of Social Policy’s 2 October 2024 press release announcing “Government approves the Strategy of Demographic Development of Ukraine” and has formulated a “Demographic Development Strategy until 2040”.
The Strategy of Demographic Development of Ukraine is aimed at implementing sectoral policies to increase the birth rate, reduce premature mortality and return migrants. The document also envisages the creation of cross-cutting conditions for a comfortable life in Ukraine: affordable housing, high-quality public infrastructure, a safe environment, barrier-free environment, inclusive labor market and social cohesion of the population, ensuring equal rights and opportunities, freedom and dignity of citizens.
Dream on. Ukraine’s government cannot effectively address population collapse or do much of anything else besides fight the war and try to keep the water and electricity on. This is the tenth year of a grinding war of attrition, massive civilian exodus and economic ruin. Ukrainian forces are out-manned and out-gunned by orders of magnitude. More than a quarter of the territory within Ukraine’s prewar borders has been lost.
Shortly after Russian forces invaded the Donbas region (February 2022), yours truly reported on “Ukraine’s other battle: demography”.
By January 2022, Ukraine’s population was 41.17 million, having suffered a 25 percent reduction in 32 years. That included the loss of Sevastopol and the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, annexed by Russia in 2014. Barring that loss, there would have been 43.4 million Ukrainians, still an almost 22 percent decline. Ukraine’s population shrinks by about 300,000 every year.
In 2018, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Pavlo Klimkin confirmed that roughly 100,000 people were leaving Ukraine every month.
Today, the situation is even worse. While accurate statistics are hard to come by, reliable estimates range from 400,000 to 600,000 Ukrainian military deaths. There are even more wounded, and civilian casualties are horrific.
Death spiral
Ukraine’s war began in 2014. In the pre-Covid years of 2018-2020, two deaths were recorded for every birth. Covid struck in 2021, with 120,000 deaths attributed to the virus. In 2022, the Russians invaded. For the people of Ukraine, it has been one disaster after another.
In August, the Ukrainian National News Agency Ukrinform posted an article headlined: “Mortality in Ukraine three times higher than birth rate”. Dire doesn’t begin to describe it:
During the first half of 2024, 87 655 children were born in Ukraine, and 250,972 people died. During the same period in 2021, before the full-scale war, 132,595 children were born in Ukraine… Currently, there are three deaths per one newborn in Ukraine. In 2018-2020, there were two deaths per child.
Ukraine ranks first in the world in terms of mortality and, at the same time, last in the birth rate.
Ukraine’s last official census (2001) reported the population at 48.5 million; government estimates for mid-2024 were 35.8 million, with 4.7 million of them (13.5 percent) residing in Russian-held areas, leaving 31.1 million “in the territories where public authorities exercise their powers in full." The Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Problems (National Academy of Sciences) grimly projects a population of 28.9 million by 2041, and 25.2 million a decade after that.
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However, research specialist Svitlana Aksenova of the Institute of Demography and Social Studies cites the “lack of reliable statistical data” though she is certain that Ukraine’s total fertility rate (TFR) is well below one child per female (<1.0) and likely the world’s lowest, surpassing South Korea. (That is also the US Central Intelligence Agency’s assessment).
We will never be able to reach a birth rate of two children per woman. It would be very positive if we could at least return to the level we had in 2012. Back then, the birth rate was one and a half children per woman, or 15 births per 10 women.
This forecast of 25 million people assumes that a large portion of the population that fled the war will not return. It suggests that people will be very hesitant to come back.
Aksenova conceded that “The figure of 25.2 million was provided to illustrate the severity of the demographic problem.” The Ministry hopes to raise Ukraine’s TFR to the 2012 level of 1.5 by 2040. Ukraine’s 2020 (reported) TFR was 1.22.
According to the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), as of February 2024, there were 3.7 million internally displaced persons and 6.5 million recorded refugees from Ukraine throughout the world. This mass exodus of mostly younger people is a debilitating brain drain, has depopulated many areas and ensured a more rapidly ageing population.
Future prospects
There is talk in Washington about staving off military collapse until after the US presidential election, then bailing on Ukraine to concentrate on the Middle East. There is also talk of establishing a government-in-exile. Will President Zelensky be thrown under the bus? Ukrainian defeat would lock in global multipolarity. I only hope that nobody goes nuclear. Ukraine’s horrific humanitarian disaster is what inspired, finally, the Strategy for Demographic Development.
Daryna Marchak, Ukraine’s First Deputy Minister of Social Policy, played a central role in crafting the strategy document. Her foremost priority is encouraging the millions who have left Ukraine to return.
The document provides a vision of what we need to do to make every Ukrainian family want to build their life in Ukraine and stay in the country, give birth and raise children here. It aims to create conditions where as many people as possible will choose to be Ukrainian citizens, including those who choose to return to or move to Ukraine from other countries.
A woman and a family should feel safe that they will have the ability to raise children and afford it financially until they grow up. The best thing the state can do to stimulate birth rates is to create a convenient, barrier-free infrastructure for raising children close to home.
[I]t is necessary to provide targeted support to families with children, not only at the stage of childbirth but until the child becomes fully independent. Every family planning to have a child should know that if they face hardship, the state will assist and support them, including financially, until the family overcomes the difficulty.
These are commendable goals, but such a massive repatriation as envisioned by the Ministry cannot happen until the war ends, and is unlikely even then. Nonetheless, it is my fervent hope that whenever peace comes to Ukraine, there will be a rebuilding in accordance with the Ministry’s demographic targets.
Hopefully, enough people will return to Ukraine to at least set that beleaguered land on the road to recovery. Lucrative foreign aid schemes notwithstanding, nation-building begins at home.
Dona Nobis Pacem.
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Louis T. March has a background in government, business, and philanthropy. A former talk show host, author, and public speaker, he is a dedicated student of history and genealogy. Louis lives with his family in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
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Peter Sammons commented 2024-10-16 03:49:27 +1100 FlagSlightly bemused by the article and certainly bemused by the pro-Russ comments below. So, is Ukraine any more ‘corrupt’ than Russia? And what sort of peace is being advocated? The ‘peace’ that comes from surrender?
Russia’s own demographic is in freefall and this remains one of Putin’s war aims, to annex Ukraine to help mask Russia’s demographic collapse.
I’d urge the Ukrainians to fight on. This is a war Russia cannot “win”. Ukraine’s task is to survive. -
Fred Johnson commented 2024-10-15 23:02:36 +1100Sad story and likely statistically accurate. Some free advice for the good (remaining) people of Ukraine: As soon as you can, once Russia is satisfied with their goals of demilitarization and denazification and you are a neutral country acting as a bulwark between Europe and Russia, get rid of the corruption (good luck), immediately deport anyone who looks like CIA or EU globalists, embrace family friendly policies as noted by Louie, criminalize abortion doctors (not the moms) and completely reject so-called “Western values” that promote amorality or immorality. That’ll be a good start, might even want to move there…..
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Jürgen Siemer commented 2024-10-15 21:05:19 +1100Do not listen to what some Ukrainian government officials say, just observe what the Ukrainians do.
From what I see and hear, most Ukrainians now living in the West seem not to be interested in returning home, except for regular occasional short term visits.
I understand that.
Zelensky, following the commands of his overlords in London and Washington missed the opportunity to negotiate a lasting peace deal with Russia.
So what are the prospects?
A never ending war with Russia, only ending when the Russians reach the border to Poland? Or a small Ukraine reduced to the western regions of Ukraine, that basically would be owned by Black rock?
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mrscracker commented 2024-10-15 04:01:56 +1100We will never be able to reach a birth rate of two children per woman. It would be very positive if we could at least return to the level we had in 2012. Back then, the birth rate was one and a half children per woman, or 15 births per 10 women."
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From what I understand those weren’t even all Ukrainian births. The Ukraine was a center of the surrogacy industry until the war. -
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Finneas and Billie Eilish are one of the biggest duos in music history. However they don't always agree on the direction they are going in.
In an interview with Andy Cohen for Watch What Happens Live, Finneas shared that he and Eilish had their biggest musical disagreement over vulnerability.
"I think the biggest music released disagreement ended up being a thing that we talked about a lot on the album we just put out for Billie called 'Hit Me Hard and Soft.' The thing that I was urging her to do was to maybe be a little more vulnerable in what we were writing about," he revealed.
Finneas then revealed that Eilish had gone on to be the "most vulnerable that she has ever been" on the album.
"I, over the course of a couple months, was kind of like 'be so honest.' I think sometimes being super honest, especially in something you know is going to be public, is like so scary. So, I have a lot of empathy, but I think as her collaborator I was like 'the thing that is the most interesting is for you to be as vulnerable as possible,'" he concluded.
This is not the first time that Eilish has had issues with being vulnerable. In a conversation with Interview Magazine, Eilish shared that she does have issues being "vulnerable in a romantic way."
"I really don't like being — I was going to say out of control, but there's ways that I do like being out of control. I have a power issue and a control issue, and I also don't like being vulnerable in a romantic way. It makes me feel uncomfortable, and I don't know how many times I've really been in love. I think there's different versions of love, and I think that you can be in love and it might not be deep," she told the outlet.
Eilish also spoke about how her lack of outward vulnerability contributed to making her album, Hit Me Hard and Soft.
"It's interesting to be a person who isn't an outwardly sensitive complainer. A lot of moments on this album are about situations where I was like, 'I'd rather be tortured inside but have somebody think that I'm cool, than have somebody think that I'm hysterical and actually express my feelings.' So many songs on this album reflect that realization of, like, 'Maybe I'm obsessed with the idea of nonchalance,'" she shared.
"I would rather suffer in silence than tell you something's bothering me and have you think I'm sensitive," Eilish added.
Despite her hesitance to put herself out there, Hit Me Hard and Soft has gone on to be one of the biggest albums of the year and has yielded two Billboard Hot 100 top 10 hits with "Lunch" and "Birds of a Feather." The latter of which has peaked at No. 2 and amassed more than a billion streams.
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First phase of scheme beingbuilt by Laing O’Rourke and due to open next year
A life sciences specialist has been appointed the new managing director for Oxford North ahead of its planned opening next year.
The £700m ‘innovation district’ will comprise one million sq ft of new labs and workspace and 480 new homes surrounded by public parks and amenities.
Simon Ruck has joined from Brookfield-owned Advanced Research Clusters where he was director of asset management at the Harwell campus in Oxfordshire.
Prior to this, he was vice president of asset management at Brookfield Office Properties and development director at Brookfield Developments. He has also worked for Grainger, Multiplex Developments and Bovis Lend Lease.
Oxford North Ventures is a joint company involving the St John’s College development firm – Thomas White Oxford – as well as Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and Stanhope.
As well as Ruck, Oxford North has also recruited Kevin Reid as its new energy and engineering manager. He has joined from M&E specialist Emcor.
David Camp, Stanhope’s chief executive, added that more appointments were on their way: “We will continue to expand the on-site team as we head towards opening.”
Oxford North’s flagship Red Hall building, which was designed by Fletcher Priest and is currently being built by Laing O’Rourke, will run across 4,000 sq m while the first phase also includes two further laboratory buildings with a combined floorspace of nearly 11,000 sq m. It is scheduled to complete by the middle of next year.
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Angel One announced the onboarding of Arief Mohamad as Chief Business Officer - Direct Business. This strategic addition is set to strengthen the company's leadership team, driving innovation and growth in the ever-evolving financial technology landscape.
With extensive experience in scaling businesses and leading transformative initiatives, Arief is poised to play a pivotal role in expanding Angel One's presence and enhancing client experience. Arief brings over 16 years of distinguished experience in digital commerce, growing businesses at scale, strong understanding of customers and client engagement. As Chief Business Officer, he will lead Angel One's direct business vertical, focusing on scaling the company's digital presence and driving client-centric innovations.
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