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SYDNEY — The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Canberra (LCS 30) commissioned at the Royal Australian Navy’s Fleet Base East in Sydney, Australia, July 22.
Canberra departed her homeport of Naval Base San Diego for the first U.S. Navy ceremonial commissioning in Australia June 13, visiting Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, along with American Samoa and the Pacific Island Nation of Fiji prior to arriving in Sydney for commissioning July 16.
It’s quite uncommon for a U.S. Navy vessel to travel so far for its commissioning ceremony, but for the ship and crew, the 13,000 nautical mile roundtrip was a significant accomplishment.
“This crew is ready for what’s ahead of them and they’ve worked hard to get themselves and the ship to the point of being able to accomplish a journey not normally attempted by crews and ships at this point in their development,” said Cmdr. Will Ashley, commanding officer of Canberra’s Blue Crew as the journey began. “The first crew of a ship establishes the culture that will last a long time, I just hope I can build on that.”
During the ceremony, leaders and distinguished guests from the U.S. and Australia wished the crew of Canberra fair winds and following seas as they brought the ship to life and began its commissioned service.
"This truly is a special occasion for our fleet and our Nation to be here with you in Australia, one of our closest allies, to celebrate the commissioning of our Navy’s newest warship that is destined to serve throughout the Indo-Pacific region," said Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro during the ceremony. "I am confident that wherever USS Canberra is sailing, and whatever challenges her crew may face, they are ready, as reinforced by this warship’s motto — 'Can Do!'"
Throughout the week, Sailors from USS Canberra engaged in sporting events, shared meals, and exchanged ship tours with the crew of HMAS Canberra. When the ship came to life during the ceremony, crewmembers from both ships ran up the brow to man the rails in a show of unity. “Today marks a proud moment which our Royal Australian Navy is privileged to share alongside our allies and friends in the United States Navy,” said Australian Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mark Hammond. “The connection between our navies, forged in battle during the Second World War, is reflected in the name USS Canberra.”
Ashley agreed, calling it the honor of a lifetime to participate in all the events that celebrated the ship’s formal entry into the fleet.
“It’s always nice to have something to rally around and we have the rich history of our namesake, both HMAS and USS Canberra, both of those ships were heroes. I think it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate their history while also creating our own history,” Ashley said. “I also think it’s a good message
to both the crew and our nation about how important our allies are.”
The crews of both ships were also honored with a visit to their namesake city, Canberra, for a Freedom of Entry march on July 23. The tradition of Freedom of Entry dates to medieval times and is the highest accolade bestowed by a town or city upon a group or individual as a reflection of trust and confidence held by the citizens towards those being honored.
During one long day in the Australian capital city, both crews not only marched through the streets,but also participated in a wreath-laying,
and as the day ended werehonored at a twilight “Last Post Ceremony” at the Australian War Memorial.
Canberra is the second U.S. Navy ship named for Australia’s capital. The first, a Baltimore-class heavy cruiser, was renamed from Pittsburgh to Canberra on October 16, 1942, and was commissioned on October 14, 1943. It was named in honor of the Australian heavy cruiser HMAS Canberra, which was lost at the Battle of Savo Island in World War II. The ship was decommissioned on February 2, 1970, and was stricken from the Naval Vessel Register on July 31, 1978.
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Brick kiln worker chained, tortured to death
A brick kiln worker in Barguna's Amtali upazila was chained and allegedly tortured to death for quitting work after taking wages in advance.
Informed, police recovered the body of Anis Gazi, 50, from the brick kiln at Kalibari village around 11:00am yesterday with one of his legs still chained and injury marks on his back.
Kazi Shakhawat Hossain, officer-in-charge of Amtali Police Station, said the body was sent to Barguna General Hospital morgue for autopsy.
Police and locals said Anis, of Dalachara village, used to work as a labourer at the "Islam and Sons" brick kiln.
Two months ago, he took Tk 40,000 from kiln manager Salam Chowkidar as advance wage, but he stopped going to work on December 21.
Salam Chowkidar later picked up Anis from his home on Thursday night. He was then held captive at the brick kiln with chains and tortured.
"Salam and his associate Khalek tortured my husband, leading to his death. I want justice," Anis's wife Feroza Begum said.
According to locals, all kiln workers fled after this incident.
Regarding the death of the labourer, Farooq Gazi, the owner of Islam and Sons Brick Kiln, said, "I heard that a worker died due to illness."
Meanwhile, OC Shakhawat said they were yet to receive any written complaint. "Necessary action will be taken subject to investigation." | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/brick-kiln-worker-chained-tortured-death-3507686 | 2024-01-01T03:47:50Z |
Indonesia, Eurasia Economic Commission to expand economic cooperation
The MoC which would be included in a Joint Ministerial Statement was expected to be signed in the second quarter this year, Indonesia Trade Minister Enggartiasto Lukita said on the sidelines of his meeting with EEC Integration and Macro Economy Minister Tatyana Valovaya.
"We agree to expand trade and investment cooperation which would be accommodated through the MoC," Lukita said.
Through the MoC, Indonesia expects to double its trade with EEC countries within less than five years from 2.79 billion U.S. dollars.
He pointed out that EEC countries that consisted of Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Russia have great market potentialities for Indonesia.
Indonesia exports CPO, coffee, rubber, foods and furniture to EEC countries while it imports aluminum, alloy and fertilizer from them.
"Indonesia and Eurasia can complement each other. They have advanced technology to offer and we have several raw materials to supply their basic needs," he added.
For her part, Tatyana said expanding cooperation with Indonesia has been highly expected by Eurasia.
"We are very serious to have this cooperation with Jakarta," she said. | https://en.inform.kz/news/indonesia-eurasia-economic-commission-to-expand-economic-cooperation_a3498513/ | 2024-01-01T03:47:53Z |
How to Watch the NBA on Monday: TV Channel, Game Times and Odds
The NBA's eight-game schedule today is sure to please. The outings include the Minnesota Timberwolves playing the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
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The New York Knicks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves
The Timberwolves look to pull of an away win at the Knicks on Monday at 3:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: NBA TV, MSG, and BSN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 3:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- NY Record: 17-15
- MIN Record: 24-7
- NY Stats: 115.3 PPG (15th in NBA), 113.9 Opp. PPG (14th)
- MIN Stats: 113.3 PPG (20th in NBA), 107.4 Opp. PPG (first)
Players to Watch
- NY Key Player: Julius Randle (23.6 PPG, 9.6 RPG, 4.8 APG)
- MIN Key Player: Anthony Edwards (26.0 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 5.2 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: MIN -1.5
- MIN Odds to Win: -120
- NY Odds to Win: +100
- Total: 223.5 points
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The Toronto Raptors play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavaliers hope to pick up a road win at the Raptors on Monday at 7:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: SportsNet and BSOH
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 7:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- TOR Record: 12-20
- CLE Record: 18-14
- TOR Stats: 113.7 PPG (18th in NBA), 115.0 Opp. PPG (17th)
- CLE Stats: 112.0 PPG (24th in NBA), 112.0 Opp. PPG (eighth)
Players to Watch
- TOR Key Player: Scottie Barnes (21.0 PPG, 9.4 RPG, 5.8 APG)
- CLE Key Player: Donovan Mitchell (28.0 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 5.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: TOR -2.5
- TOR Odds to Win: -140
- CLE Odds to Win: +115
- Total: 224.5 points
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The Houston Rockets take on the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons hope to pick up a road win at the Rockets on Monday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: Space City Home Network and BSDET
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- HOU Record: 15-15
- DET Record: 3-29
- HOU Stats: 112.3 PPG (23rd in NBA), 109.7 Opp. PPG (second)
- DET Stats: 110.3 PPG (27th in NBA), 121.2 Opp. PPG (25th)
Players to Watch
- HOU Key Player: Alperen Sengun (21.1 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 5.1 APG)
- DET Key Player: Cade Cunningham (23.5 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 7.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: HOU -7.5
- HOU Odds to Win: -300
- DET Odds to Win: +240
- Total: 226.5 points
The Milwaukee Bucks host the Indiana Pacers
The Pacers travel to face the Bucks on Monday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: BSWI and BSIN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- MIL Record: 24-8
- IND Record: 17-14
- MIL Stats: 125.0 PPG (second in NBA), 118.9 Opp. PPG (24th)
- IND Stats: 126.6 PPG (first in NBA), 124.8 Opp. PPG (29th)
Players to Watch
- MIL Key Player: Giannis Antetokounmpo (30.7 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 5.7 APG)
- IND Key Player: Tyrese Haliburton (24.5 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 12.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: MIL -6.5
- MIL Odds to Win: -300
- IND Odds to Win: +230
- Total: 259.5 points
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The Utah Jazz play host to the Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks take to the home court of the Jazz on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: KJZZ and BSSW
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- UTA Record: 14-19
- DAL Record: 19-14
- UTA Stats: 113.4 PPG (19th in NBA), 118.8 Opp. PPG (23rd)
- DAL Stats: 119.2 PPG (seventh in NBA), 117.8 Opp. PPG (22nd)
Players to Watch
- UTA Key Player: Lauri Markkanen (23.5 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 1.6 APG)
- DAL Key Player: Luka Doncic (33.9 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 9.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DAL -2.5
- DAL Odds to Win: -145
- UTA Odds to Win: +120
- Total: 245.5 points
The Phoenix Suns face the Portland Trail Blazers
The Trail Blazers look to pull of an away win at the Suns on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: AZFamily and ROOT Sports NW+
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- PHO Record: 16-15
- POR Record: 9-22
- PHO Stats: 115.5 PPG (14th in NBA), 114.6 Opp. PPG (16th)
- POR Stats: 109.4 PPG (29th in NBA), 115.2 Opp. PPG (18th)
Players to Watch
- PHO Key Player: Kevin Durant (29.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 6.1 APG)
- POR Key Player: Jerami Grant (22.4 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 2.6 APG)
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The Denver Nuggets face the Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets look to pull of an away win at the Nuggets on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: ALT and BSSE
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- DEN Record: 23-11
- CHA Record: 7-23
- DEN Stats: 115.3 PPG (15th in NBA), 110.3 Opp. PPG (third)
- CHA Stats: 110.6 PPG (26th in NBA), 121.4 Opp. PPG (26th)
Players to Watch
- DEN Key Player: Nikola Jokic (26.1 PPG, 12.3 RPG, 9.2 APG)
- CHA Key Player: Terry Rozier (23.6 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 7.2 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DEN -14.5
- DEN Odds to Win: -1400
- CHA Odds to Win: +800
- Total: 226.5 points
The Los Angeles Clippers play the Miami Heat
The Heat take to the home court of the Clippers on Monday at 10:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: BSSC and BSSUN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 10:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- LAC Record: 19-12
- MIA Record: 19-13
- LAC Stats: 116.6 PPG (11th in NBA), 112.2 Opp. PPG (10th)
- MIA Stats: 113.3 PPG (20th in NBA), 111.7 Opp. PPG (seventh)
Players to Watch
- LAC Key Player: Paul George (22.9 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 4.0 APG)
- MIA Key Player: Bam Adebayo (22.0 PPG, 10.2 RPG, 4.0 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: LAC -6.5
- LAC Odds to Win: -275
- MIA Odds to Win: +225
- Total: 227.5 points
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American singer Jennifer Lopez has released a new banger “Can’t Get Enough” for her upcoming album, and she’s brought the moves as well. The singer is getting ready for the release of her ninth studio album, “This Is Me…Now”, which is scheduled to be released on Feb. 16, 2024.
The album, her first in a decade, is the sophomore of This is Me…Then and is written and executive produced by Jennifer Lopez and Rogét Chayed. Other producers with credits on the album include Angel Lopez, Jeff “Gitty” Gitelman, HitBoy, Tay Keith, INK and others.
The singer released a teaser for one of the album tracks, described as a fusion of R&B, contemporary pop sounds, and hip-hop beats. On Saturday, she released a song from the album, which seems to be sampling the song “Jiggy Woogie” by Jamaican artiste and dancer Baby Lawd and Sean Paul’s “I’m Still In Love.” The original song is Alton Ellis’ classic “I’m Still In Love With You Girl” released in 1967.
Sean Paul made the song hugely popular in the early 2000s when he teamed up with singer Sasha on “I’m Still In Love” featured on his platinum-selling album, Dutty Rock. The Steely & Clevie-produced project won a Grammy award for Best Reggae Album.
Jennifer Lopez. also showed the moves to the dance created by Baby Lawd, which is popular on TikTok and has thousands of likes.
“I love that s#!t … #CantGetEnough #JiggyWoogie #Remix #TikTok #ThisIsMeNow #Presave the single link in bio @enola.bedard,” J.lo. wrote on Instagram.
Baby Lawd also shared a preview of the sample days ago writing on Instagram, “new new can’t get enough x jiggy woogie JLO / Babylawd.”
Sean Paul has yet to react to the sample, but fans seemed to enjoy it.
“No matter how old you get. You maintain it you can’t lose it….. JLo still got it,” one person said. “Dancing like this at 50 summ’ is a flex yall could hate Jenny all yall want she looks good and has had a very long standing career,” another said. | https://dominicanrepublicpost.com/jennifer-lopez-show-off-her-jamaican-dance-moves-to-cant-get-enough/ | 2024-01-01T03:47:54Z |
Frankie Collins fuels Arizona State's comeback win at Cal
Arizona State men's basketball defeated California 71-69 at Haas Pavilion on Dec. 31, 2023. The Sun Devils erased a 16-point deficit during the victory. Frankie Collins scored a game-high 25 points, 17 in the second half. Jaylon Tyson led the Bears with 20 points. | https://sports.yahoo.com/frankie-collins-fuels-arizona-states-032151090.html | 2024-01-01T03:47:56Z |
There's no better way to celebrate and rejoice New Year's than by making beautiful constructions in Minecraft. Coming up with your own build designs can often be quite challenging and time consuming, but luckily tons of players are showing off their builds on the internet everyday for you to try and recreate! No matter what you have going on, you can find something that suits your needs for a build.
These five amazing New Year's build ideas will elevate your Minecraft world to new heights, from spectacular fireworks displays to enthralling dance floors.
Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer.
Minecraft build designs for New Year's celebrations
1) New Year's 2024 fireworks
Make your 2024 New Year's celebration really spectacular by designing an amazing fireworks show. This build is going to use a lot of dispensers. So, if you want to build it discreetly, create a large room with raised platforms and place dispensers in that room following this tutorial by the YouTuber Mecanift.
You can also arrange the show such that it coincides with the midnight countdown, producing a breathtaking spectacle. The build uses redstone devices to create intricate fireworks patterns that will astound and dazzle your other Minecraft players.
This construction is a fantastic way to demonstrate your technical prowess and inventiveness while putting on an amazing show. The build would be fantastic on a Minecraft SMP server, so show it off to your friends!
2) Nightclub
An essential feature for many when planning a New Year's celebration is a nightclub. Make the dance floor come alive by adding disco balls, flashing lights, and a bustling atmosphere (using villagers or players on a roleplay server). Provide a fantastic stage so that DJs can play throbbing beats to your virtual guests.
Construct seating areas and bars so that the residents of Minecraft can mingle and raise a glass to the new year. Remember to include extra effects to boost the nightclub's liveliness, refer to the video tutorial above by the YouTuber blvshy. There's little doubt that this design will create a memorable New Year's Eve in the Minecraft universe.
3) New Year's ball drop
Celebrate the New Year with a spectacular ball drop, a timeless emblem of festivity. Build a big, shimmering skyscraper with a massive ball at the top. Release it at midnight and watch it descend smoothly to the sound of fireworks all around.
For those who wish to incorporate some luxury and tradition into their virtual New Year's celebrations, this construct is ideal. This build will be hard to pull off in your survival world, so it will likely have to be done in a creative world. The design was created by the YouTuber Sharp Shark.
4) Outdoor wedding with fireworks
Construct an outdoor space decorated with fireworks to capture the allure of both a wedding and the magic of a New Year's party. Build a stunning floral arch to serve as the ceremony's main attraction, with a classy guest seating area in front made out of quartz.
Add decorative flowers to the venue's surroundings to create a calm and romantic ambiance. Launch a magnificent fireworks show to light up the night sky. For individuals who wish to ring in the New Year with a celebration of love and fresh starts, this construction is ideal. This fantastic pink build was built by the YouTuber Pachimarik - Minecraft :3.
5) Redstone dance floor
A redstone dance floor that is interactive will elevate your New Year's celebration to a new level. This build is made with redstone lamps that flash, with rhythmic patterns appearing. A synchronized soundtrack should be playing as you set up dispensers to launch fireworks into the sky.
Your pals will be spellbound as they groove and dance to the intense beats in this original Minecraft masterpiece. This design doesn't need to be used only for a New Year's build, but can also be used in your everyday Minecraft world. Greg Builds is the YouTuber who constructed this amazing dance floor. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/minecraft/5-best-minecraft-new-years-build-designs | 2024-01-01T03:47:57Z |
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USS Tripoli Grinds Through Its Selected Restricted Availability Period
Story by By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Maci Sternod
USS Tripoli Public Affairs
SAN DIEGO – Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA7) began a Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) period, March 10.
The ship’s crew and civilian contractors have been working side by side to complete repairs and maintenance to ensure the ship is mission ready for future operational tasking.
“Maintenance periods like this are so important not only to repair the ship, but also to extend the ship’s life expectancy,” said Cmdr. James Holmes, Tripoli’s chief engineer. “Everyone knows that if you take care of your car and make sure to get oil changes and tune ups on time that you’ll have that car for a long time. SRA is the same idea, but large scale with thousands of people working to make sure our ship meets all underway operations.”
Following Tripoli’s maiden deployment, the crew shifted focus to ship preservation while contractors began working on the large-scale repairs and upgrades. Additionally, many Sailors were assigned to different teams for general preservation around the ship, making repairs to the deck, painting spaces, fixing lagging and other habitability jobs.
“It is our ship and our home,” said Chief Aviation Electrician’s Mate Ezekial Zacharias, the ship’s force leading chief petty officer. “We spend so much time on the ship that the pride we take in completing jobs and correcting discrepancies has so much impact on Sailors’ morale.”
Since Tripoli entered SRA, the ship’s galley was closed in order to upgrade outdated equipment. Having an extended in-port period provides a good opportunity to accomplish necessary upgrades such as new ovens and refinished floors.
Since re-opening the mess decks, the daily routine of breakfast, lunch and dinner being served cultivates a familiar space for Sailors to congregate. This helps build camaraderie while enjoying a hot meal.
“Cooking for thousands of Sailors, three times a day, every day is a big job and it is hard on our equipment,” said Senior Chief Culinary Specialist Patrick Parigi. “We’re happy to have the new equipment because it makes us more efficient and in turn, we can make better food for our shipmates.”
In addition to the galley, the ship’s C5I department installed new computer towers and monitors with an upgraded network. Within a time-constrained schedule, Sailors from the IT division worked extra hours to manage, distribute, install and test the new equipment, ensuring that the ship’s network and assets met optimal performance requirements.
“This was much a much-needed update,” said Chief Information Systems Technician Camellia Cameron. “Technology is always changing and this was the perfect time to make sure that Tripoli is ready for the next challenge.”
Tripoli and its crew are expecting to wrap up the maintenance and transition into the basic phase of their operational status early next year.
“This crew has been hard at work these past nine months really shifting gears from a deployment into a maintenance phase, but they definitely didn’t slow down,” said Capt. Gary Harrington, Tripoli’s commanding officer. “I’m incredibly proud to have such a hard-working crew.”
Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault carrier homeported in San Diego. The ship is currently in its selected restricted maintenance availability.
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Cargo ship carrying burning lithium-ion batteries reaches Alaska, but kept offshore for safety
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A large cargo ship with a fire in its hold is being kept 2 miles (3.22 kilometers) offshore of an Alaska port as a precaution while efforts are undertaken to extinguish the flames, the U.S. Coast Guard said Saturday.
There were no injuries to the 19 crew members aboard the Genius Star XI, which was carrying a load of lithium-ion batteries across the Pacific Ocean, from Vietnam to San Diego, the guard’s Alaska district said in a release.
The fire started on Christmas Day in cargo hold No. 1, a spokesperson for ship owner Wisdom Marine Group said in a statement. The crew released carbon dioxide into the hold and sealed it over concerns of an explosion.
Ship’s personnel alerted the Coast Guard early Thursday morning about the fire. The Coast Guard said it diverted the 410-foot (125-meter) cargo ship to Dutch Harbor, one of the nation’s busiest fishing ports located in Unalaska, an Aleutian Islands community about 800 miles (1,287 kilometers) southwest of Anchorage.
The ship arrived Friday, but an order preventing the Genius Star XI from going close to shore was issued to “mitigate risks associated with burning lithium-ion batteries or toxic gasses produced by the fire,” Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Mike Salerno said in an email to The Associated Press.
“The city’s primary concern is protecting the health and safety of our community members, the environment, fisheries and commerce,” Unalaska acting city manager Marjie Veeder said in a statement.
Veeder said the city’s emergency operations center “is acting on behalf of the community and advocating our position to protect our community. We are actively monitoring the situation.”
There is danger associated with any vessel fire, prompting the Coast Guard to issue another safety measure besides preventing the ship from getting closer than 2 miles (3.22 kilometers) to shore.
“The safety of Unalaska residents and the surrounding communities is a top priority for us, so as a precaution we are keeping a one-mile (1.61-kilometer) safety zone around the vessel,” Salerno said.
The owners said there has been no oil leaks associated with the incident.
A team of marine firefighting experts late Friday conducted an assessment of the ship and found no signs of structural deformation or blistering outside of the cargo hold, the Coast Guard said.
That team remains on board the ship to evaluate the situation, Salerno said.
An expert hired by the Taipei, Taiwan-based Wisdom Marine Group “is working diligently to create contingency plans, arrange for a firefighting team, and ensure the necessary equipment is in place,” the group said in a statement.
The Coast Guard will investigate the cause of the fire.
The Genius Star XI left Vietnam on Dec. 10 en route to Dutch Harbor, according to the Marine Traffic website. The ship with a carrying capacity of more than 13,000 tons (11,793 metric tonnes) sails under the flag of Panama.
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The UAE reduced petrol prices for the third consecutive month on Sunday, bringing local retail fuel rates for January 2024 nearly at par with the lowest level in a year.
The Fuel Price Committee slashed petrol prices by 14 fils, or 4.8 per cent, per litre for January 2024, pricing Super 98, Special 95 and E-Plus 91 at Dh2.82, Dh2.71 and Dh2.64, respectively. It’s close to the prices in January 2023, when the three variants were priced at Dh2.78, Dh2.67 and Dh2.59 per litre.
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In 2023, prices hit the lowest in January and peaked in October when Super 98 was priced at Dh3.44 a litre. But it was still lower than the previous year when petrol rates hit an all-time high of over Dh4 a litre in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war that started in early 2022.
Since the UAE deregulated oil prices in 2015, local retail petrol prices are revised at the end of every month to be aligned with global rates.
Petrol price was reduced after prices dropped by around $5 a barrel globally in December.
Brent price averaged $77.34 in December 2023, which is lower than November 2023 rates when Brent averaged around $82 a barrel.
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Brent mostly traded in the range of $80 a barrel in December and $70 in November, signifying that the prices traded at a lower rate in December. This was reflected in the reduction of prices in the UAE for January 2024.
Petrol prices in the UAE are cheaper by over 43 per cent when compared to the global average. One of the world’s largest crude producers, the UAE was among the top 25 countries in terms of lowest retail petrol prices in December.
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Tenants and brands need to take full accountability and involvement in mall sustainability | https://www.khaleejtimes.com/ml/business/energy/uae-reduces-petrol-prices-for-january-2024-rate-now-among-lowest-in-a-year | 2024-01-01T03:47:59Z |
Brick kiln worker chained, tortured to death in Barguna
A brick kiln worker in Barguna's Amtali upazila was chained and allegedly tortured to death for leaving work after taking wages in advance.
Informed, police recovered the body of Anis Gazi, 50, from the brick kiln at Kalibari village around 11:00am today with one of his legs still chained and injury marks on his back.
Kazi Shakhawat Hossain, officer-in-charge (OC) of Amtali Police Station, said the body was sent to Barguna General Hospital morgue for autopsy, reports our Patuakhali correspondent.
Police and locals said Anis, of Dalachara village, used to work as a labourer at the "Islam and Sons" brick kiln.
Two months ago, he took Tk 40,000 from kiln manager Salam Chowkidar as advance wage, but he stopped going to work on December 21.
Salam Chowkidar later picked up Anis from his home on Thursday night. He was then held captive at the brick kiln with chains and tortured.
"Salam and his associate Khalek tortured my husband, leading to his death. I want justice," Anis's wife Feroza Begum said.
According to locals, all kiln workers fled after this incident.
Regarding the death of the labourer, Farooq Gazi, the owner of Islam and Sons Brick Kiln, said, "I heard that a worker died due to illness."
Meanwhile, OC Shakhawat said they were yet to receive any written complaint. "Necessary action will be taken subject to investigation." | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/brick-kiln-worker-chained-tortured-death-barguna-3507436 | 2024-01-01T03:47:58Z |
Information Minister names эhighlight of this weekэ
"The week was very eventful. Indeed, there were many events and newsbreaks. For certain, I would mention the victory of the Kazakhstan national tennis team over the Portuguese team in the Davis Cup qualification. Owing to this victory, our athletes reached the final stage of the prestigious international tournament," said Dauren Abayev.
The Minister pointed to the tremendous work the Tennis Federation of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Culture and Sport and local executive bodies have done in developing this sport over the past few years.
"Over the past decade, the number of tennis courts in our country has quadrupled, and state-of-the-art tennis centers have been built in almost every regional center, just think of this. As a result, the number of children who play tennis is growing, and this produces results. As for me, I am doubly sure that thanks to such victories, hundreds of thousands of children will have a desire to play sports, and this is good," Dauren Abayev underscored. | https://en.inform.kz/news/information-minister-names-ehighlight-of-this-weeke_a3496116/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:00Z |
The Bharatiya Janta Party has removed three of its workers after they were arrested in connection to the gang rape of an IIT-BHU student. The development was confirmed by BJP’s Varanasi district chief Hansraj Vishwakarma on Sunday (31st December).
As per reports, the accused men were identified as Kunal Pandey, Abhishek Chauhan and Saksham Patel. The Crime Branch and Lanka police station arrested the three accused from the Susuwahi area, and the accused are now under interrogation.
On social media, it was claimed that the trio were members of the BJP IT Cell unit of Varanasi. The student wing of the BJP, Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), had demanded strong action against the three men.
एबीवीपी की मॉंग: #IITBHU में छात्रा के साथ गैंगरेप मामले में पकड़े गए आरोपियों पर चार्जशीट दाखिल कर शीघ्र कार्रवाई करे @Uppolice। अब तक आरोपियों को जो लोग संरक्षण दे रहे थे,उनको चिन्हित कर कार्रवाई हो। मामले में शुरूआत से कार्रवाई की माँग को लेकर प्रदर्शनरत है परिषद। pic.twitter.com/rfKk6JiCvt
— Ashutosh Singh (आशुतोष सिंह) (@iAshutoshdu) December 31, 2023
While speaking about the development, BJP Varanasi district chief Hansraj Vishwakarma said, “Definitely their (accused) names have appeared in the police probe, so they will be expelled from the party after an investigation.”
He emphasised,”The three accused have been expelled from the BJP and further action will be taken as per the directions of the party leadership”.
As per various local media reports and social media posts, it is being reported that the arrested accused were connected to the BJP IT cell. It is reported that Kunal Pandey holds the position of metropolitan coordinator in the BJP IT cell in Varanasi, while Saksham Patel is said to serve as the Varanasi metropolitan co-convenor in the IT cell. Numerous social media users have shared screenshots of the Facebook profiles of the arrested individuals, alleging links with the BJP IT cell. | https://www.opindia.com/2024/01/iit-bhu-gang-rape-case-bjp-expels-three-accused-it-cell-workers/ | 2024-01-01T03:47:59Z |
Nutramigen baby formula recalled over possible bacterial contamination
Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition issued a voluntary recall for baby formula that may be contaminated with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria, the Food and Drug Administration said Sunday.
While there have been no reports of illnesses connected to Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula products, the company said there was a possibility of Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria contamination in products sampled outside the U.S.
Illnesses connected to Cronobacter are rare, but they can be deadly in infants, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cronobacter sakazakii, a germ found naturally in the environment, can live in dry foods, including powdered infant formula, powdered milk, herbal teas and starches. Powdered formula can get contaminated in the home after being opened.
A newborn infected by Cronobacter sakazakii last year died just 13 days after his illness started, according to the CDC.
The bacteria can cause severe, life-threatening infections or meningitis, according to the recall alert. Symptoms may include poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice, grunting breaths and abnormal movements.
“All product in question went through extensive testing by MJN and tested negative for the bacteria,” the company said in the recall notice.
Sunday’s recall applies to select batches of Nutramigen Powder, a specialty infant formula for the dietary management of Cows Milk Allergy, sold in 12.6 and 19.8 ounce cans. The Nutramigen, manufactured in June 2023, was primarily distributed in June, July and August. The products have a UPC Code of 300871239418 or 300871239456 and a “Use By Date” of Jan. 1, 2025.
“Based on the limited availability of the remaining stock of this special infant formula, it is believed that much, if not all, of the products recalled in the United States have been consumed,” according to the recall notice.
Customers who bought Nutramigen should check the bottom of the can to identify whether the batch number is affected. Product with the following batch codes should be disposed of, according to the recall notice:
- ZL3FHG (12.6 oz cans);
- ZL3FMH (12.6 oz cans);
- ZL3FPE (12.6 oz cans);
- ZL3FQD (12.6 oz cans);
- ZL3FRW (19.8 oz cans); and
- ZL3FXJ (12.6 oz cans).
Customers can contact the company for a refund by calling 866-534-9986 or by emailing [email protected]. | https://www.wsgw.com/nutramigen-baby-formula-recalled-over-possible-bacterial-contamination/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:01Z |
Slovenia takes up non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council
SLOVENIA, December 31 - "Membership of the Security Council is a great opportunity for our country, but it also comes with responsibilities. Despite the interconnected and interdependent nature of the global community, the current world situation is challenging and complex, which is also reflected in the work of the Security Council. We will therefore make a special effort to be a bulwark of peace, prosperity and security. We must do more to uphold these universal values and translate our commitments into concrete action. We owe this to future generations. Election to the Security Council has shown that Slovenia’s diplomatic service can and does deliver. We have convinced with our ambition, openness, constructive approach and clear understanding that we are a reliable and trustworthy partner for everyone. This is our basic guiding principle. At the same time, we will look for ways to bridge the gaps in the Security Council and for opportunities to pursue thematic priorities. We are well prepared and highly motivated, and we would like to leave our mark," said Tanja Fajon, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, at the start of her mandate. During its two-year term, Slovenia will be an active member of the Security Council and will try to live up to the expectations of the UN members, which elected it with such an overwhelming majority, through its ideas, proposals and best practices.
On the occasion of this important milestone, Prime Minister Dr Robert Golob points out that Slovenia’s term in the Security Council begins at a time of major turmoil and challenges in the international community, which makes its role as a non-permanent member all the more important: "In the face of growing crises and challenges for the international community, it is in September 2024, when we will hold the presidency of the UNSC, that we will have an opportunity for the future of With the accession to the Security Council, a special website has been launched, which will be the central website, providing up-to-date information on current developments in the Security Council and on Slovenia's activities and initiatives in this UN body.
Slovenia's two-year membership of the world's most important collective security body is a key foreign policy project of the Slovenian Government. Slovenia will use this membership to raise its profile in the world, which will be underpinned by principled policies, democratic attitudes, clear positions, dialogue and cooperation. During its Security Council membership, Slovenia will focus on four thematic priorities: conflict prevention; protection of populations in armed conflict; women, peace and security; and climate, peace and security.
In the face of the highest number of armed conflicts since the Second World War, Slovenia, as an active member, will work to strengthen preventive diplomacy and warn against gross and systematic violations of human rights that could lead to the outbreak of new conflicts. Recognising that civilians are the most frequent victims of armed conflicts, Slovenia will also call for the full respect and implementation of international humanitarian law, with an emphasis on the protection of water resources and water infrastructure. It will also support the work of humanitarian organisations on the one hand and international courts or tribunals to prosecute those responsible on the other.
Women also have a central and important role to play in peacebuilding. Without women, lasting peace cannot be achieved. Slovenia will therefore emphasise the positive role of women as active participants in political and security processes and advocate the full, equal and comprehensive involvement of women in conflict prevention and resolution processes. Slovenia will seek ways to make the Security Council more effective in responding to and ensuring accountability for conflict-related sexual violence.
Climate change, environmental degradation, food security and water security are also high on Slovenia's list of substantive priorities in the Security Council, where it will advocate for the systematic integration of climate change issues into the Security Council's peacebuilding and conflict prevention activities.
There are currently more than 50 items on the Security Council agenda, both thematic and geographical. Slovenia will actively participate in all agenda items, paying special attention to geographical issues, such as events in the Middle East, the Western Balkans, Ukraine, and the Mediterranean. It is the situation in the neighbourhood and the surrounding regions that has the greatest impact on stability in the region and beyond. The same is true of the situation in Africa.
In addition to Slovenia, the following countries were elected last June as non-permanent members of the Security Council for the 2024–2025 term: Algeria, Guyana, the Republic of Korea and Sierra Leone. Slovenia was first elected to the Security Council in 1997 for the 1998–1999 term. | https://www.einpresswire.com/article/678383285/slovenia-takes-up-non-permanent-seat-on-the-un-security-council | 2024-01-01T03:48:02Z |
Originally marked for a debut in Minecraft's Caves & Cliffs update, bundles have had a very unusual development cycle. Although they have been Experimental Features since 2021, bundles still haven't had a full vanilla release in either Java or Bedrock Edition. This has understandably left players confused, and many have called for bundles to be fully introduced as soon as possible.
It's unclear as to why Mojang has kept bundles on the back burner for so long, but there doesn't appear to be a particularly valid reason in the eyes of the fanbase. The upsides of bundles are pretty great, and there don't appear to be any real drawbacks to speak of. To hear fans tell it, Mojang doesn't seem to have a reason not to upgrade bundles beyond their limits as Experimental Features.
Why bundles should be added to Minecraft instead of remaining Experimental Features
After being crafted by combining two strings and six rabbit hides, bundles provide Minecraft fans with the ability to increase their storage. Despite only taking up one inventory slot, players can open a bundle, which contains room for 64 items of different types. However, it's important to note that bundles will only carry 64 distinct items, including those in a single inventory stack.
Although some Minecraft players have stated that bundles are useless for this reason (since ordinary inventory slots can carry a full stack of items/blocks), it's important to note that if you have loose items in your inventory cluttering up your available slots, bundles can hold them all in the same inventory slot.
For example, suppose you have had ten diamonds in Mineraft, a few pieces of redstone dust, and a few ender pearls. These would normally occupy three inventory slots even though they haven't been filled. However, you can place all three of these item types into the same bundle, saving inventory space.
Even more useful is the fact that bundles can be placed inside of their counterparts, allowing for the storage of additional loose items. This does count toward the host bundle's storage capacity, but it can be quite helpful for carrying multiple item types within a single slot nonetheless. The only restriction is that shulker boxes cannot be placed within bundles.
At the end of the day, bundles save precious inventory slots in Minecraft, even if they can't hold as many items as shulker boxes. Additionally, the latter block tends to only be accessible in the late game (if fans are playing in Survival Mode), and bundles present a way to save inventory space earlier in the game. They are also incredibly cheap to craft since they only require string and rabbit hides.
Fans have acknowledged that although bundles are useful for item storage and dropping objects off after resource-gathering excursions, one of their downsides is that they must be completely emptied when you want to retrieve something from them. Still, if you are using bundles purely for saving space and transporting goods, the upsides vastly outweigh the drawbacks.
Unfortunately, Mojang still hasn't introduced these nifty little items, and it's unclear as to why this is the case. They certainly work well enough as an Experimental Feature and don't seem to disrupt the game balance, so what's the problem? Speculation seems to suggest that Mojang is keeping bundles experimental until they can properly be introduced to Minecraft: Bedrock Edition for parity.
Even stranger is the fact that some Minecraft fans found parts of the bundle item's UI within recent Bedrock updates and previews, leading them to develop an in-game add-on that permits the crafting and usage of bundles. During this testing, bundles seemed to work fine as well, leaving players scratching their heads.
Although Java and Bedrock Edition have their differences, they aren't so massive that bundles couldn't be fully introduced to both versions without Experimental Features. Hopefully, Mojang will decide to fully implement bundles across all in-game versions soon, maybe even in the upcoming 1.21 update that should arrive sometime in Summer 2024. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/minecraft/why-minecraft-need-fully-add-bundles-exploring-usefulness-bundles | 2024-01-01T03:48:03Z |
A picture, they say, is worth a thousand words. But numbers too tell fascinating stories: of continuity, change, hope, despair, excitement, and ennui.
Like the years gone by, 2023 too was defined by a unique set of numbers. Here is a list of 12 numbers that would forever be unique to 2023 and 2024 in a random order of significance.
3.1 Million
This remains a contentious topic even now in contemporary electoral discourse. Overseas Congress leader Sam Pitroda has once again raised concerns over them.
The Government had set aside about Rs 1900 crore for this in 2023. When voters queue up outside polling booths during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, awaiting them across India will be about 3.1 million Electronic Voting Machines (EVM).
Doubts about the efficacy and reliability of EVMs have been periodically raised; the first time by the BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) after its loss in the 2009 Lok Sabha elections and subsequently by opposition parties after the BJP started winning elections.
$1.5 Billion
This number reflects the astounding success of digital payments in India; a thing so ubiquitous across nook and corner of India that even visiting dignitaries are stumped by this revolution. In 2023, transactions using digital mode or the UPI have crossed $1.5 billion.
There is hardly any establishment, shop, or service provider that doesn’t have a scanning machine that is used by the consumer to pay for goods and services. Apart from physical infrastructure, this remains the success story of India over the last decade.
$125 billion
This jaw-dropping number is the cumulative total of money sent back home by blue and white-collar workers and other overseas Indians. It is called remittances, and it is the highest among all countries in the world. The next highest was Mexico with $67 billion in inward remittances.
Along with FDI, remittances have played a big role in reducing the current account deficit of India to very manageable levels.
72,000
It’s almost as if the bulls have been given the license to run amok in Dalal Street and annihilate the bears. Sure, there have been days and weeks when the Sensex has tanked. But overall, there has been a massive increase in optimism with the Sensex breaking all records to breach the 72,000 mark.
In January 2023, the Sensex hovered around the 60,000 mark. This bull run has taken India’s market capitalisation beyond the $4 trillion mark; the fifth rank in the world. If the bull run continues, India could displace Hong Kong and become number four.
4 Million
Ever since the Indian economy bounced back from the COVID-19 shock, upper-middle-class, and affluent Indians have gone on a spending binge. This is best reflected in sales of passenger vehicles which will touch the 4 million mark for the first time ever in a calendar year in 2023.
Even the market structure is changing with consumers increasingly opting for SUVs and high-end models. Aspirational Indians, on the other hand, are not so exuberant as two-wheeler sales are still far below the peak of 22 million achieved in 2018.
820 Million
This is a reality check for India. The Narendra Modi regime decided in 2023 to extend the scheme launched in April 2020 to give free food to all “poor” or vulnerable Indians by five more years till 2028.
It is estimated that 820 million Indians will benefit from this scheme. In 2022-23, this scheme came with a price tag of Rs 2.87 lakh crores, making it arguably the largest welfare scheme run by any government anywhere in the world. The vulnerable Indians will benefit immensely as food usually accounts for more than 50% of a poor family’s budget.
350 Million Tons
This is yet another record. Enterprising farmers of India have started using innovative methods and apt technology to such an extent that they have produced more than 350 million tons of fruits and vegetables in 2023. For some years, horticulture output has been larger than agriculture output, a dramatic shift largely unnoticed by most.
Ten years ago, while agriculture output including oilseeds was close to 300 million tons, horticulture output was 280 million tons. But millions of farmers still fail to gain from higher productivity due to a lack of organised markets and cold storage facilities.
$10.7 Billion
It doesn’t matter if the Indian cricket team keeps failing to win any ICC tournament. For Indian fans, cricket remains a religion, and its stars are the reigning deities. The biggest showcase of cricketing talent and entertainment in the world, the IPL got even bigger in 2023.
It has been valued at a staggering $10.7 billion, making it one of the most valuable tournaments in the world. Stars too are raking it in. In a recent auction, Australian fast bowler Michael Starc was snapped up by Shah Rukh Khan-owned Kolkatta Knight Riders for a Rs 24.75 crore pay package.
800 Million
Go anywhere in India, from a crowded market to a metro coach to the dining table inside a household, and the ubiquitous sight is that of people fiddling with their mobile phones. Some are checking news; quite a few access porn sites but most are immersed in their chosen social media platform. By the end of 2023, a shade more than 800 million Indians had become active users of the internet.
There has been a slowdown in growth since COVID-19 as less affluent Indians have postponed smartphone purchases. But with companies like Reliance Jio offering low-end but functional smartphones, wait for another explosion in internet usage as data costs remain among the lowest in the world.
215 Million
India is still home to the largest number of poor people in the world, about 215 million in 2023. This number has been provided by the Niti Ayog which launched a multi-dimensional poverty measure in 2021 where 12 quality-of-life-related indicators are factored in to measure poverty.
The updated export for 2023 states that close to 15% of Indians live in multi-dimensional poverty. Some states like Odisha have shown remarkable improvement; others like Bihar still have one-third of the population living in poverty.
33%
There is no clarity on when this will happen. The optimists think by the time the 2029 Lok Sabha elections come by. The pessimists think never. But it will happen. The parliament finally passed a Bill that guarantees one-third representation to females in all state assemblies and the parliament.
By any yardstick, this will be a historic move as female representation in legislative bodies remains low at about 15% while females now outnumber males in voting. When this happens, Indian democracy will deepen.
50 Million
This is not a record to be proud of by any means. Every time a new Chief Justice of India assumes office, there are solemn assertions of reducing the number of pending cases and taking “urgent” steps to expedite cases. Yet, the number of pending cases in India crossed the 50 million mark in 2023.
The rate at which things are going now, it will take 250 years and more to clear the backlog. This remains a key reason for India's failure to dramatically improve Ease of Doing Business metrics despite so many reforms in other areas.
(Yashwant Deshmukh & Sutanu Guru work with the CVoter Foundation. This is an opinion piece and the views expressed are the authors' own. The Quint neither endorses nor is responsible for them.)
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The area where an excavator took down a building in the 1600 block of the cantonment area is shown Dec. 12, 14, and 19, 2023, at Fort McCoy, Wis.
The work was to make way for more construction in the future for two more brigade headquarters buildings that will be constructed, said Master Planner Brian Harrie with the Fort McCoy Directorate of Public Works.
That construction will be managed by the Army Corps of Engineers.
The work also aligns with the Fort McCoy Master Plan for construction to improve the installation’s infrastructure, and more.
Demolition of buildings in the 1600 block originally began in 2019 and has since led to the construction of two large four-story barracks buildings, and a third that is currently under construction.
All of the work is part of the Fort McCoy master plan that looks at continuously upgrading the installation’s infrastructure to be prepared for the future, Harrie said.
Overall, nine new buildings are planned for the entire 1600 block, Harrie said. The plan is to build four barracks buildings, the three 20,000-square-foot brigade headquarters buildings, and two 160-room officer quarters.
Fort McCoy’s motto is to be the “Total Force Training Center.”
Located in the heart of the upper Midwest, Fort McCoy is the only U.S. Army installation in Wisconsin.
The installation has provided support and facilities for the field and classroom training of more than 100,000 military personnel from all services nearly every year since 1984.
Learn more about Fort McCoy online at https://home.army.mil/mccoy, on Facebook by searching “ftmccoy,” and on Twitter by searching “usagmccoy.”
Also try downloading the Digital Garrison app to your smartphone and set “Fort McCoy” or another installation as your preferred base. Fort McCoy is also part of Army’s Installation Management Command where “We Are The Army’s Home.”
This work, Photo Story: Contractors demolish old Installation Legal Office building at Fort McCoy, by Scott Sturkol, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright. | https://www.dvidshub.net/news/461154/photo-story-contractors-demolish-old-installation-legal-office-building-fort-mccoy | 2024-01-01T03:48:03Z |
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A lithium-ion battery fire in a cargo ship’s hold is out after several days of burning
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — After lithium-ion batteries burned in a large cargo ship’s hold for a number of days, the U.S. Coast Guard said late Saturday that the fire was out and directed the ship to anchor near Dutch Harbor, Alaska.
The 19 crew members of the ship, Genius Star XI, were uninjured and technicians from the Salvage and Marine Firefighting team remain onboard to ensure the fire doesn’t return, according to a Coast Guard press release.
“This protected anchorage ... will allow the vessel to remain stable, minimizing risk of any re-flash of the fire as we continue our response,” Capt. Chris Culpepper said in the press release, which said an investigation into the fire’s origins will begin once response efforts wrap up.
Genius Star XI was shipping lithium-ion batteries from Vietnam to San Diego. The crew alerted the Coast Guard early Thursday morning to the fire, after pumping carbon dioxide into hold No. 1 — where the blaze began — and sealing it, fearing an explosion.
The Coast Guard diverted the 410-foot (125-meter) cargo ship to Dutch Harbor, one of the nation’s busiest fishing ports located in Unalaska, an Aleutian Islands community about 800 miles (1,287 kilometers) southwest of Anchorage.
Arriving Friday, Genius Star XI was kept 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from shore to mitigate the risks of toxic gases produced by the fire to the community and environment while responders worked to extinguish the flames, Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Mike Salerno said in an email to The Associated Press.
There have been no oil leaks associated with the fire, according to the ship’s owners, Wisdom Marine Group.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2024/01/01/lithium-ion-battery-fire-cargo-ships-hold-is-out-after-several-days-burning/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:05Z |
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Every individual desires additional income. Saving and Investing with Patience (SIP) is a continuous process. Like we say, every dollar should have a job to generate a dollar. Funds lying idle in savings account will not assist the individual to tackle rising prices and inflation. In the process of earning and investing part of these earnings to generate returns, investors make their own rules suiting their own needs. Long term wealth is not built in a short span of time. Here are some of the probable rules that you may wish to incorporate in your rule book –
Make your own rules, respect your rules, don’t break them
First and foremost, rule for investing is to make your own rules and respect these rules during your investing journey. You make your own rules considering risk appetite, availability of funds for savings that can be invested, plan for future needs, emergency payments etc. Rules would differ for every investor. This discipline will keep a check on decisions that you may be tempted to initiate as an investor. Only amend your rules when you are convinced and not based on the influence of someone or some instance or emotion. Ultimately, be it right or wrong, you own the process, and you are the sole beneficiary of the outcome, be it profit or loss.
Practice what you can understand and understand better
Considering that your own money is involved here, you need to first understand the investment product and clear all your doubts. Rather than placing reliance on third parties and regretting later, spend some time to read through all the documents carefully, understand the risk involved, discuss your queries with the institution selling you the product and unless all your doubts are cleared, do not initiate a transaction. While it may be Sellers duty to sell a product, investors are not dutybound to buy this product. When it comes to your own work or profession, you endeavor to obtain proficiency and master the job. On similar lines, when it comes to investing, you need to learn and practice. Focus on avenues that you can understand and practice better rather than mastering all subjects within the investment curriculum. With practice and experience, your ability will eventually improve and you will be confident to initiate decisions.
Define risk appetite
Facing risk during investing journey is like a sailor of ship facing rough sea or tides during sailing. Investors must navigate through these tides during this investing journey with the aim of building a decent portfolio that would act as a catalyst in accumulating wealth. Extent of risk is defined by the investor. Investing is easier compared to holding the same investment (staying invested) during rough times when markets are volatile. In fact, volatile times are better for investing. Buy when there is panic and fear across. Ultimately, the world is not coming to an end. Intention is to invest long term and avoid frequent trades or transactions that may eventually impact or cause a dent on the capital available. Always limit your risk to the extent that you can afford in case prices of these investments drop to the downside. Aim is to build wealth from capital rather than erode capital.
Spend adequate time in learning and review at periodic intervals
Lets take an example, you own a few shares of a particular company. When was the last time you picked up annual report of a company and read through the entire compilation including future business outlook to understand how your company has performed in the previous year and what are the projections for the coming year? How will the company face headwinds in their business and what are the tailwinds that would propel growth of the company? Unless you have a basic understanding of the company’s business and these questions answered, you are placing a bet on the company either based on tip or there is Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). In either case, you are taking a risk and that may affect your capital or savings. Following a tip without analysis is a catalyst to wealth erosion and investing during turbulent times and holding these investments leads to wealth accumulation. Losing opportunity is better than losing money. The pace at which business dynamics are changing globally requires adequate agility to change the course of action and your learning and experience will enable you to take decisions that may benefit you in the long run. Sound financial knowledge is the best recipe for financial fitness.
Fundamentals and Technical Analysis
Fundamentals and Technical Analysis play a vital role in evaluating price movements from time to time. Changes in fundamentals directly affect the price movement as markets are extremely dynamic to factor in price adjustments, both positive and negative. Carrying out Technical Analysis of price movements requires learning and training. Technical Analysis will allow an investor to chart price movements based on historic trends. A combination of Fundamental Analysis and Technical Analysis will strengthen investor’s decision-making ability to prepare for entry or exit in a particular investment. Plethora of content is available on social media portals for learning. Several books are also available for investors to read and learn while they pursue their investing journey. Your unbiased analysis is supreme over any TIP that is being offered. Buy as per your analysis and sell as per your analysis.
Write what you intend to trade (Plan) and follow what you have written
Mind is always active with thoughts. To follow a systematic approach, investor should ideally note down a plan of action and follow this plan. Prepare a list of opportunities that you anticipate and make a choice depending upon the price movement. There may be deviations in the process, but the extent of deviations should be within the tolerance range defined by the investor. Price action demands agility and resilience on the part of investor when dealing with markets. Plan before execution, execute as per plan and monitor as per system, is an ideal plan of action. Failing to plan (raw material) is a perfect recipe for planning to fail (finished product).
Review investment portfolio, compare performance vs benchmark
At the beginning itself, you may choose to decide benchmark that you would follow when evaluating performance of your investment. Intention is to beat the benchmark return and generate alpha (over and above benchmark return). In the process of review, if the investment has underperformed, evaluate causes for such underperformance and decide next course of action. Reason for review and comparison is to improvise performance, thereby improvising returns. Learn from mistakes and avert these mistakes in future. Let these learnings remind you in future when you initiate any decision.
Preserve and review all communications thoroughly
In the process of investing, various communications drop into your email inbox, be it statements, notifications or alerts or messages relating to investments held. Please ensure that you read every such message and notification, keep track of important messages, important dates for payout or maturity and any alerts relating to investments should not go unnoticed. You may wish to have a dedicated email account specifically to keep track of communications relating to investments. Every line item in the statement should be reviewed and queries, if any, should be raised with the institution. Data and documentation were important yesterday, are important today and will be important tomorrow as well.
Plan for reinvesting profits
Have a systematic plan to book profits at periodic intervals and reinvest part of the profits in accumulating hard assets. This is how you can accumulate wealth. Building asset base will equip you to cover liabilities in future. Reward earned and reinvested will generate further rewards in future and this cycle should ideally continue. While reinvesting profits to generate returns, do not miss out to reinvest part of these rewards into improvise your learnings.
The above are some of the rules that you may wish to imbibe and let your investing journey be rewarding and your ability empowers you to navigate through challenges and achieve your desired goal. Wishing you the very best for this investing journey and may this journey be rewarding for you.
The writer is CEO of ZTI Global.
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South Korea will remove tariffs on almost 90% of all items | https://www.khaleejtimes.com/ml/business/the-probable-rules-that-investors-may-wish-to-incorporate-in-their-rule-book-for-investing | 2024-01-01T03:48:05Z |
TAICHUNG (Taiwan News) — Following three policy presentations by the presidential candidates, they finally clashed in their one-and-only presidential debate.
By limiting it to one debate it ensured higher media coverage and opportunities for the candidates to try and land knock-out blows.
In the past, English language speakers learning about the content of the debates relied on written descriptions. This time, for the first time, the debate had interpreters translating it live for viewers on the English language channel TaiwanPlus, opening up the debate to foreign audiences lacking Mandarin and Hoklo language skills.
There was also a post-debate live show by Taiwan Talks on the same channel providing analysis (I was one of the panelists).
In the days prior to the election there will be more on the candidates and where they stand, so this article will be focused on how the debate fits in in context. It is recommended that readers watch the debate to come to their own conclusions on the substance of the candidate's presentations, or lack thereof.
The format included the typical introductory statement by the candidates, questions presented by a panel made up of representatives of five media outlets and closing statements. It also included a segment where the candidates could ask each other questions, which is somewhat less common.
China dominated
In spite of speculation that domestic issues might make up more of a focus in this election, well over half of the debate centered around topics that were related to China. The range of topics related to China was wide-ranging, however, and relevant to the future of Taiwan.
Not only were most of the questions asked China-related, even when questions were posed on different topics, the candidates often would quickly dispense with the answer and use their remaining time to pivot back to something China-related.
Some time was devoted to domestic issues, but overall they got short shrift. Much of the time was devoted to mudslinging, especially over controversies each of the candidates have over properties they own, which while not totally legal or ethical, are so common and widespread in Taiwan they hardly qualify as major scandals.
Two comments did attract considerable attention. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate William Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said “relying on the Republic of China (ROC) as the ‘sacred mountain’ to protect the nation in cross-strait relations, in the end will that promote peace or bring disaster?”
This sounded like he was questioning maintaining the ROC and implied “declaring independence.” At a press conference afterward, he clarified he meant “ROC constitution.”
Ko’s Sunflower moment
Meanwhile, Taiwan People's Party (TPP) candidate Ko Wen-je (柯文哲), in defense of his supporting opening up negotiations with China on a services part, claimed that the Sunflower Movement in 2014 was about “black box” (opaque backroom dealings) politics and how the Kuomintang (KMT) tried to ram the cross-strait services pact with China through the legislature, and not about opposing the services pact itself. This is false, the Sunflower Movement both opposed the services pact and the “black box” process used to try and get it passed.
What looks to be a altered image of Ko holding a sign suggesting he opposed the services pact at what appears to be the site of the Sunflower protests (he did attend) has been passed around on Twitter to mock and refute his comments. However, the actual text of the sign reads “reject ramming through the services pact,” which does not necessarily reject the idea of a services pact, just the process.
Doing a little detective work on the source of the image turned up that Ko had posted it himself on Facebook in 2014. However, Ko’s comments posted with the image were all about the process the KMT was using to get it passed with no objection to the actual service pact itself, so it is possible that is how he personally interpreted what the main objection was.
For the most part, KMT candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) and Ko largely concentrated their attacks on Lai and very little at each other. This strategically makes sense, Lai is the frontrunner, and there is still talk of the KMT bringing the TPP into the Cabinet if Hou wins.
Bubble winners
None of the candidates showed considerable nervousness, like Hou and Lai did in the first policy presentation. All put forward fairly strong performances.
Those that live in the partisan bubbles surrounding their preferred candidate will have been familiar with the attacks used and the policy stances made and the ideologies behind them and dismiss the points made by the candidates. They will think their candidate won.
Outside of those on a strict partisan media diet, there did not appear to be a breakout candidate that “won” the debate or delivered any knockout punches. Their performances did a good job of solidifying and invigorating their respective bases, but it is doubtful any of the candidates did much to pull away voters from the competition.
This leaves the question of whether the debates did much for any of the candidates in convincing the roughly 13% of undecided voters to join their camp. More likely than not, most of them did not watch the debate, if they are still undecided at this late stage of the campaign they are probably not terribly interested in the election.
Some undecideds probably did watch, however, perhaps a few percentage points of the electorate. More likely than not they were impressed by whichever candidate they might have already been leaning towards.
For those few undecided who are genuinely interested in the election and do not already have a partisan lean, it is anyone’s best guess who appealed to those voters the most. They are not a predictable bunch of voters. They are also likely not very numerous.
Overall, it did not appear that this debate moved the needle significantly, though we may never find out as there is little time to conduct a full professional poll done entirely post-debate. It would need to be completed, processed and published by Jan. 2 before the government-mandated poll blackout on Jan. 3. | https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5069355 | 2024-01-01T03:48:06Z |
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Int'l Chemistry Olympiad kicks off in Kazakhstan
PAVLODAR. KAZINFORM 87 students from Kazakhstan and Novosibirsk city of Russia are taking part in the Bekturov International Chemistry Olympiad in Pavlodar.
The 5th Olympiad brings together 19 teams from 12 regions of Kazakhstan, Almaty and Astana cities, republican educational organizations, Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools and Novosibirsk city of the Russian Federation, the release reads. | https://en.inform.kz/news/int-l-chemistry-olympiad-kicks-off-in-kazakhstan_a3501906/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:07Z |
Child's body recovered in Gazipur
Police today recovered a body of a girl, aged around 12, from a paddy field in Bason village in Gazipur's Sadar.
Md Abu Siddique, officer-in-charge of Bason Police Station, said the unidentified victim had burn marks, cuts on her body.
An imam, returning from Fajr prayer, spotted it in the Vidyapulur area, said Nurul Haq, a resident of the village.
Sub-Inspector Saiful Islam said police are trying to identify the deceased, adding that a case will be filed in this regard.
The body has been sent to a local hospital for autopsy. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/childs-body-recovered-gazipur-3507326 | 2024-01-01T03:48:06Z |
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Home Entertainment Malie Donn Speak Out After 19-Year-Old Woman Shot and Killed At Show The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artiste Malie Donn has shared condolences to the family of a 19-year-old woman who was shot outside of a Mississauga nightclub on Sunday | https://dominicanrepublicpost.com/malie-donn-speak-out-after-19-year-old-woman-shot-and-killed-at-show/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:08Z |
Gordon Ramsay, Nyesha Arrington and Richard Blais are returning for another season of Next Level Chef. The mentors will scour the best line cooks, be it social media stars or home chefs, as they compete to become the food world’s newest superstar. Season 3 is likely to air on Sunday, January 28, 2024.
Last season, San Fransico native Tucker Ricchio was crowned the winner during the grand finale. Hailing from Team Gordon Ramsay, Tucker took home the grand prize of $250,000 and a year's mentorship from Richard, Nyesha and Gordon. The runner-ups of the cooking competition were Los Angeles-based Pilar Omega and Chris Spinosa from West Palm Beach.
Ahead of the release of the new season, we have curated everything you need to know about the Ramsay-headed culinary competition.
Next Level Chef season 3 potential release date and time
The special preview of Next Level Chef season 3 is expected to premiere on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at 10 pm ET.
The show's episodes will be released weekly from Thursday, February 1, 2024 onwards. The reality TV show airs exclusively on Fox, but viewers can watch the new episode on Hulu the following day.
Next Level Chef plot
The show is filmed in a three-storey space designed by chef Gordon Ramsay, where each floor contains a different kitchen.
The cooks are segregated into three teams headed by Richard Blais, Nyseha Arrington and Gordon Ramsay. Every week, the teams will compete to prepare the best dish to advance to the top-level kitchen.
The losing team is sent to the basement and will have to strive hard to cook their way out of the bottom level. The chefs are pitted against each other to earn the winner’s title, a cash prize of $250,000 and a year-long mentorship from all three mentors.
Next Level Chef renewed for two more seasons
After two successful seasons, the cooking competition program was renewed for seasons three and four in May 2023. Allison Wallach, Unscripted Programming, FOX Entertainment, made the announcement in a press release:
“Serving up two more orders of Next Level Chef was an easy decision on the heels of an incredible sophomore season, propelled by its historic post-Super Bowl debut.
"Gordon has orchestrated a series that brilliantly demands skill and creativity in a tri-level pressure cooker, delivering high stakes, high drama and some of the most innovative cooking I’ve ever seen.”
Additionally, Gordon Ramsay promised that the bar will be raised in the upcoming seasons:
“I’m so thrilled that we’ll be bringing two more seasons of Next Level Chef to FOX. It’s the culinary gauntlet of cooking competition shows, and we’re excited to continue to raise the bar!”
The forthcoming seasons will be bankrolled jointly by BiggerStage and Studio Ramsay, while Matt Cahoon and Gordon Ramsay take on the roles of executive producers. The announcement of the renewal was made ahead of season two’s finale episode.
Where to watch the show?
Season 2 of Next Level Chef is available to stream on Fox Now, Fox Entertainment’s streaming platform Tubi, and Hulu. Moreover, the episode can also be watched on DirectTV, FuboTV, YouTube TV, Spectrum and Hulu+ Live TV. Season one of the show is available on Hulu and Tubi.
Season 3 will air on Fox, and new episodes will be streamed on Hulu the following day. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/next-level-chef-season-3-potential-release-date-plot-fox | 2024-01-01T03:48:09Z |
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Colorado mom wanted for killing 2 of her children arrested in United Kingdom
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - A mother wanted in connection with the deaths of two of her children has been arrested in the United Kingdom, according to police.
Colorado Springs Police say Kimberlee Singler was taken into custody without incident.
On December 19, just after midnight, police responded to a call about a burglary in the 5300 block of Palomino Ranch Point.
When police arrived, they found two children, a 9-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy, dead inside the residence.
Singler and an 11-year-old girl were found with injuries and taken to a local hospital. All three children are Singler’s children.
As the investigation continued, a warrant for Singler’s arrest was issued on December 26. The arrest warrant included charges of murder in the first degree, child abuse, and assault.
A $10,000,000 bond was set by the court.
Copyright 2023 KKTV via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wistv.com/2024/01/01/colorado-mom-wanted-killing-2-her-children-arrested-united-kingdom/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:13Z |
January 1, 2024, will be on Monday – making it a long weekend for residents
As the clock struck 12, and residents across UAE entered the new year, a couple in Prime Hospital were giddy with joy as they welcomed their firstborn.
A baby girl weighing 2.28kg, born to Indian parents Ramya Seetharam and Santosh Kulkarni, came into this world after the stroke of midnight at 12.08am, bringing added blessings into 2024 for the new parents.
The duo expressed their joy and delight to have their first baby on the festive occasion.
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Dr. Ebtessam hassanin, consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecologist at the hospital, who delivered the baby, said the new year would be as pretty as the little one.
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Motorists who intend to enter Ras Al Khaimah must use alternative routes
The RTA announced changes to the routes in order to accommodate for the increased traffic on the public holiday
Exemption does not apply to the seven-day paid public parking zones, which remain operational throughout the week
RTA announced temporary suspension of certain bus lines from Sunday, December 31
Meanwhile residents who will be watching NYE fireworks will have ample of public transport options
‘Dynamic fares’ will be applicable on both regular metered taxis and Hala taxi services
There will be a ban on alcoholic drinks in some areas of Paris | https://www.khaleejtimes.com/ml/new-year/look-this-uae-baby-was-born-8-mins-after-midnight-on-new-year | 2024-01-01T03:48:12Z |
BEIJING, Dec 31 (Reuters) - China's "reunification" with Taiwan is inevitable, President Xi Jinping said in his New Year's address on Sunday, striking a stronger tone than he did last year with less than two weeks to go before the Chinese-claimed island elects a new leader.
The Jan. 13 presidential and parliamentary elections are happening at a time of fraught relations between Beijing and Taipei. China has been ramping up military pressure to assert its sovereignty claims over democratically governed Taiwan.
China considers Taiwan to be its "sacred territory" and has never renounced the use of force to bring it under Chinese control, though Xi made no mention of military threats in his speech carried on state television.
"The reunification of the motherland is a historical inevitability," Xi said, though the official English translation of his remarks published by the Xinhua news agency used a more simple phrase: "China will surely be reunified".
"Compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait should be bound by a common sense of purpose and share in the glory of the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation," he added. The official English translation wrote "all Chinese" rather than "compatriots".
Last year, Xi said only that people on either side of the strait are "members of one and the same family" and that he hoped people on both sides will work together to "jointly foster lasting prosperity of the Chinese nation".
China has taken particular exception to current Vice President Lai Ching-te, the presidential candidate for Taiwan's ruling Democratic Party (DPP) and leading in opinion polls by varying margins, saying he is a dangerous separatist.
Responding late on Saturday to Lai's comments at a live televised presidential debate earlier in the day, China's Taiwan Affairs Office said Lai had "exposed his true face as a stubborn 'worker for Taiwan independence' and destroyer of peace across the Taiwan Strait".
"His words were full of confrontational thinking," spokesperson Chen Binhua said in a statement.
Since 2016 - when President Tsai Ing-wen took office - the DPP-led government has promoted separatism and is the "criminal mastermind" in obstructing exchanges across the strait and damaging the interests of Taiwan's people, Chen said.
"As the leading figure of the DPP authorities and current DPP chairman, Lai Ching-te cannot escape his responsibility for this," he added.
Tsai and Lai have repeatedly offered talks with China, but have been rebuffed.
The DPP says only Taiwan's people can decide their future, as does Lai's main opponent in the election, Hou Yu-ih from Taiwan's largest opposition party the Kuomintang (KMT).
The KMT traditionally favours close ties with China but strongly denies being pro-Beijing. Hou has also denounced Lai as an independence supporter.
The defeated Republic of China government fled to Taiwan in 1949 after losing a civil war with Mao Zedong's communists who founded the People's Republic of China. The Republic of China remains Taiwan's formal name.
Lai said on Saturday that the Republic of China and People's Republic of China "are not subordinate to each other", wording he and Tsai have used previously which has also riled Beijing. | https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5069517 | 2024-01-01T03:48:13Z |
Custodial Death: Family being pushed for out-of-court settlement
The brother of Golam Rabbani, whose body was found hanging at Baniachong Police Station in Habiganj on Tuesday night, alleged yesterday that he is being asked to settle the matter rather than file a case.
"Two days ago, an unknown person called me and asked me to meet with some policemen over this incident," Rabbani's brother Moin Uddin told The Daily Star last night.
Moin recounted, "The caller said if the matter cannot be settled, you can go to court. I instantly rejected his proposal."
The caller did not give his identity, he added.
Moin yesterday said he would file a murder case against the sub-inspector who apprehended Rabbani, four constables, and the officer-in-charge of Baniachong Police Station.
He also said he went to the police station yesterday to collect the inquest report but was not provided the report.
Habiganj Superintendent of Police Akter Hossain said if the victim's family submits an application seeking the inquest report, he will take the necessary measures.
Meanwhile, Sub-Inspector Monirul Islam, allegedly involved in the incident, was withdrawn from Baniachong Police Station and attached to Habiganj Police Lines on Thursday.
The family members claim that Rabbani, aged 17 according to them but stated as 25 by the police, was tortured to death and then hanged.
Rabbani had been apprehended on suspicion of theft by a police team led by SI Monirul Islam. His lifeless body was discovered hours after his detention. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/custodial-death-family-being-pushed-out-court-settlement-3507681 | 2024-01-01T03:48:14Z |
Toni Braxton stepped forward to address rumors she got married to Birdman.
The R&B legend has been racked with marriage rumors for the past several weeks, especially over the Christmas holiday, prompting her sister Tamar Braxton to also speak out. According to Toni Braxton, she and Birdman have never been married and are both single.
“My dear friend @birdman and I are not married…never been married. We are both single,” she wrote.
Tamar Braxton hilariously reacted to the rumor that her sister Toni Braxton might have taken her relationship to the next level with her beau Birdman. She and the Cash Money honcho have been dating since 2016, and the pair got engaged in 2018. However, no public plans for the nuptials have been shared, and it seems that Tamar is questioning whether the rumors are true and if she has been left in the dark.
According to The Shade Room, rumors have been circulating on X, formerly Twitter, that Toni and Birdman had secretly married in Mexico. It seemed to surprise Tamar, given that the sisters are all super close.
While with her fiancé Jeremy Robinson, Tamar joked about the rumor as she echoed the questions by fans online.
“I was on X and I had saw that post and I want to know. I came here to ask y’all, did she get married? I don’t know,” she said on Instagram Live. “I’ve been blowing up her phone […] Somebody gotta tell us something.”
Tamar also said “congratulations” if the rumor was true, as they have been together for a long time. Tamar also hinted that her mother, Evelyn, might know something even though Toni hasn’t said anything to her.
“I called my mother and and my mother on the phone acting slow. J was in the back laughing, she was like ‘what? What hmm did she, mhhmm’” she said, imitating her mom’s response.
“My mother is not giving up information, but she is acting slow. Like, I can definitely tell she knows something because I was like, ‘Why can’t you just give me a straight answer? I don’t understand it,” she said.
Robinson also said that the couple might have wanted some privacy and not the glamor and fanfare surrounding Tamar, who recently got engaged to Robinson after a brief breakup. | https://dominicanrepublicpost.com/toni-braxton-iced-birdman-marriage-rumors-tamar-speak-out/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:15Z |
Vanderpump Rules will soon make a juicier-than-ever return, with season 11 exclusively on Bravo. The reality TV show garnered significant traction last season due to the “Scandoval” controversy.
Two of the show’s principal cast members, Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval, broke up in March when Ariana learned that her husband was in a months-long affair with fellow castmate Rachel.
While the ex-couple will return in the new season, Rachel won’t feature. Besides Sandoval and Madix, Lisa Vanderpump, DJ James Kennedy, Katie Maloney, Lala Kent, Scheana Shay and Tom Schwartz will also make a comeback.
Apart from continuing the last season’s plotline, many bombshell revelations dropped in the new promo.
Where to watch Vanderpump Rules season 11?
Vanderpump Rules is a Bravo original series, and just like the previous season, the latest one will air live on the cable channel in the US.
Viewers will also be able to watch the new episodes of season 11 on Peacock the following day of its release. For those who do not have an active traditional cable or satellite television, the reality TV show will be available on multiple live TV services.
Some of them include Fubo TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV and Hulu with Live TV. Viewers in the UK can stream the new episodes with a subscription to Hayu.
What happened on Vanderpump Rules season 10?
Last season, ratings of the show skyrocketed owing to the infamous "Scandoval" controversy.
For those unaware, the fan-made term refers to the fallout of Tom Sandoval with Ariana Madix, his girlfriend of nine years, after the ousting of his affair with co-star Raquel Leviss. The infidelity was caught at the end of season 10, and the duo hashed out things in a full-blown fight.
In the reunion special episode, Ariana confronted her ex about Rachel, who was also a close friend to her. Following the cheating scandal, Ariana has moved on in her life.
She has since released a new cocktail book and participated in Dancing With the Stars season 32, where she ended third. Meanwhile, Rachel has decided not to return to Vanderpump Rules.
What to expect from Vanderpump Rules season 11?
Ariana and Sandoval are nowhere close to making peace after the cheating scandal.
They’re not on speaking terms and are also entangled in an awkward post-split living situation. In the season’s promo, the costars were seen navigating through a group dynamic shift as new feuds continued to emerge.
Ariana has a new boyfriend, Daniel Wai, a New York City-based personal trainer, and she seems ready to live together with him. Meanwhile, Ariana and Sandoval aren’t the only exes to face emotional turmoil.
Tom Schwartz and Katie Maloney appear to be stuck in a love triangle as they’re captured kissing the same woman in the promo. What’s more shocking is Tom’s secret fling revelation. Schwartz, who was married to Katie Maloney, admits to Lana Kent.
“I made out with Scheana in Vegas. No one even knows that.”
A visibly shocked Lana could only utter “What?” to the confession. In a scene that seems to have occurred after the ousting of Schwartz's dark secret, Katie has a one-on-one conversation with her ex-husband:
“My feelings never mattered to you.”
In response, the ex-husband attempted to downplay his mistake:
“It was one kiss.”
Elsewhere in the Vanderpump Rules promo, viewers can see tension bubbling between Scheana and Sandoval. Katie and Lana have a snarky conversation, and James Kennedy reprimands Sandoval. Ariana also threatens Sandoval of taking legal action against him.
Vanderpump Rules season 11 premires on January, 30, 2024 at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/where-watch-vanderpump-rules-season-11-streaming-platforms-explored | 2024-01-01T03:48:15Z |
Colorado mom wanted for killing 2 of her children arrested in United Kingdom
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - A mother wanted in connection with the deaths of two of her children has been arrested in the United Kingdom, according to police.
Colorado Springs Police say Kimberlee Singler was taken into custody without incident.
On December 19, just after midnight, police responded to a call about a burglary in the 5300 block of Palomino Ranch Point.
When police arrived, they found two children, a 9-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy, dead inside the residence.
Singler and an 11-year-old girl were found with injuries and taken to a local hospital. All three children are Singler’s children.
As the investigation continued, a warrant for Singler’s arrest was issued on December 26. The arrest warrant included charges of murder in the first degree, child abuse, and assault.
A $10,000,000 bond was set by the court.
Copyright 2023 KKTV via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.fox19.com/2024/01/01/colorado-mom-wanted-killing-2-her-children-arrested-united-kingdom/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:16Z |
GREEN BAY (NBC26) — While the Green Bay Packers played the Minnesota Vikings on New Years Eve, 700 people saw the game from a sold-out watch party in the shadows of Lambeau Field.
“I don’t really know what else would be better, just spending time with my friends in Titletown, we’re watching the Packers,” young fan and Green Bay resident Grady Schmidt said.
“It’s fun when there’s rivalry games, fans get really excited about that,” Schmidt's friend, Emmit Charles, said.
Titletown events coordinator Jessica Dickhut said so many people registered for the party, they had to split it up into different buildings.
“As expected, [Packers] fans are fantastic and they’re great," she said. "They’re really ready to cheer on the team with other [Packers] fans. Because there’s no better fans and no better way to just cheer on with other people. So, we’re really excited to host that for the first time.”
“This is one of the best new year’s eves I’ve ever had,” 12-year-old Liam Schroeder said at the watch party.
10-year-old Packers fan Charlie Maraniss made the trip to Green Bay with his family from Nashville, Tennessee.
“It just feels like, authentic,” he said of seeing Titletown in-person for the first time.
Dickhut said a total of 10,000 to 12,000 people are expected to come through Titletown to kick off 2024.
"TT NYE has really taken off in the community," she said. "It definitely helps hosting it for six years, they really start to build traditions of this is where they’re going to spend their new year. It’s really great.”
This year's festivities include ice skating, photo opportunities, ice sculptures, live music, live reindeer, fire pits and, of course, food and drinks.
This altogether makes for one of Titletown’s biggest events on its calendar. | https://www.nbc26.com/greenbay/thousands-gather-in-titletown-to-ring-in-2024-for-sixth-year | 2024-01-01T03:48:16Z |
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Irmo apartment fire leaves one dead, police officer injured
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - An Irmo apartment fire on Saturday night left one man dead and a police officer injured.
Around 7:30 P.M., a fire at the Irmo Village Apartments on Chipwood Road claimed the life of 45-year-old James Ray Wright II, according to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher.
Irmo Police initially responded to the structure fire, and Senior Corporal Christopher Kaderly was there in minutes, officials say.
Karderly dragged the victim from the complex, but Wright did not survive.
The officer was transported to Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, treated for his injuries and released.
Irmo Police Chief Bobby Dale praised Kaderly’s actions in a statement, which reads, “Last night, we were reminded that police officers are relied upon to do so much in the community. Senior Corporal Christopher Kaderly showed just that when he quickly responded to an apartment fire in the Irmo Village Apartments. Learning that there was an occupant of the burning apartment, S/CPL. Kaderly made entry without hesitation. S/CPL. Kaderly was able to drag the victim from the burning apartment. Although the victim was likely already deceased, S/CPL. Kaderly showed courage by entering a burning building in an attempt to save an individual’s life at great risk to his own. I am proud of him and his bravery was truly impressive during the incident.”
When the Irmo Fire Department arrived, firefighters were able to contain the blaze to one unit, the police department said in a release.
An autopsy for Wright is scheduled for Thursday in Charleston at the Medical University of South Carolina.
The Irmo Police and Fire departments, along with the Coroner’s Office, are investigating the cause of the fire and the death.
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He first arrived by ship from Mumbai in 1973 at the age of 18
UAE's two most popular gaming and raffles draw operators have put their activities on hold. Mahzooz and Emirates Draw said the pause from January 1, 2024, is temporary but did not specify when the games would resume.
Here is all you need to know.
The move is in line with the latest directives from the UAE Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) - a federal body set up in September. It was not immediately clear when other gaming companies will follow suit, although Mahzooz said this is an "industry-wide mandate" that "aligns with regulators' efforts to create a well-regulated gaming environment in the UAE".
Emirates Draw said the temporary pause from January 1, 2024, will help it return with an “enhanced gaming experience soon”.
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Mahzooz updated its FAQ, where it revealed that “no draws will be held after December 30, 2023, until further notice from the regulators". Emirates Draw has paused the sale of tickets in the UAE after December 31.
Customers can request the withdrawal of any remaining account balance.
Existing accounts will remain active even during the pause. “Any balance you have will be secure until we resume operations or until you decide to withdraw it,” Emirates Draw said, adding that certain features like creating new accounts, buying tickets or adding credits will be paused.
Every prize, whether small or big, can be withdrawn and paid in full.
Mahzooz said it is looking forward to resuming the draws “soon” – mostly likely in the first quarter of 2024 once it gets the go-ahead from the regulators. “We genuinely appreciate your understanding during this short break.”
Emirates Draw said it will provide detailed information through official channels “at the appropriate time”.
The GCGRA was established as a federal authority to introduce a regulatory framework for a national lottery and commercial gaming, state news agency Wam reported in September. Tasked with creating a "socially responsible" gaming environment, the authority is to ensure that all participants "adhere to strict guidelines and comply with the highest standards". Among its mandates are to coordinate regulatory activities, manage licensing and unlock the economic potential of commercial gaming responsibly.
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The country's veteran storm chaser calls Jebel Jais a winter wonderland | https://www.khaleejtimes.com/ml/uae/uaes-mahzooz-emirates-draw-stop-operations-will-past-winners-still-get-their-money | 2024-01-01T03:48:19Z |
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) delivered her final New Year speech on Monday (Jan. 1), countering Chinese leader Xi Jinping's (習近平) unification narrative with a steadfast commitment to Taiwan's democratic principles.
Xi said in his televised speech on Dec. 31, “The unification of China is a historical inevitability,” adding “Compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait should be bound by a common sense of purpose and share in the glory of the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.”
Refusing to yield to Beijing's assertions, Tsai emphasized the importance of democratic processes in determining the fate of Taiwan by its people.
In response to questions about China's attempts to interfere in the upcoming presidential election, including coercing Taiwanese rock band Mayday to support pro-China stances, Tsai said that Taiwan is prepared for Beijing's cognitive warfare and she has confidence in the wisdom of the Taiwanese against China’s manipulation.
As Tsai approaches the end of her eight-year tenure in 2024, she said Taiwan is "a keyword for the world." Highlighting Taiwan's active engagement in global affairs, its pivotal role in the global supply chain, and its status as a democratic fortress, Tsai underscored the nation's resilience amid geopolitical tensions.
The outgoing president showcased Taiwan's achievements under her leadership, securing the sixth position in competitive indices and ranking as the 21st largest economy. Emphasizing the slogan "Taiwan Can Help," Tsai called for increased tenacity and commitment to military reforms, positioning Taiwan to confidently face the challenges posed by the global landscape and China. | https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5069573 | 2024-01-01T03:48:21Z |
Riley Gaines has been a steadfast advocate for the protection of women and their rights in sports. She is a strong supporter of the exclusion of transgender athletes from women's sports.
Gaines has been vehemently voicing her opinion against trans athletes willing to compete against women. While doing so, she has confronted protests on several instances.
In April 2023, the former NCAA swimmer was addressing her views at the San Francisco State University when she was attacked by trans activists. According to Gaines' account, she was punched twice by a protestor and had to take refuge in a classroom for hours.
The 12-time All-American champ shared a few videos of the protests encountered in 2023 and wrote a mocking message while stating her preparedness to face further dissent.
"Figured I'd close out 2023 sharing a few of my favorite protests I've been so kindly met with," She wrote.
"May 2024 be filled with many more! Happy New Year," Gaines added.
Gaines was invited to Harvard University by Harvard’s Network of Enlightened Women, for a speech at Boylston Hall when she faced a protest described as the 'Big Trans Party.' Even after facing waves of dissent, Gaines continues to stand by her views as she stated in one of her recent videos.
"I just want to be of some encouragement to everyone else. It's merely just name calling what these people do which is what we do in second grade. Just call each other names and they have to resort to this petty personal attack because they can't give me with logic or reasoning or fact or science and no name can anyone call me that possibly tutor me from speaking the truth."
"If they were truly prideful, they'd unashamedly show their faces," Riley Gaines slams back at protestors at the California college
In November 2020, Riley Gaines was invited to Davis College Republicans in California to deliver her speech scheduled for 7 pm.
On reaching the venue, Gaines, a strong advocate for safeguarding women's safety, came across a protest organized by the Northern California Home of Resistance at 5:30 pm. Gaines shared the video of the protestors covering their faces and wrote,
"What happened to 'pride,? If they were truly prideful, they'd unashamedly show their faces. It's all a facade to get you to disavow reality."
"Notice they never show their faces. It's almost as if they're ashamed of themselves. And rightfully so," she added in another post. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/swimming/news-may-2024-filled-many-more-riley-gaines-closes-out-2023-sharing-glimpses-protests-faced-throughout-the-year | 2024-01-01T03:48:21Z |
Int'l initiatives of Kazakh President: Global and Regional Success seminar held in Islamabad
The seminar brought together top management and employees of the Institute, representatives of Pakistan's Foreign Office, Diplomatic Corps accredited to Islamabad, and ones of local expert and media community, the Kazakh MFA's press service reports.
In her inaugural speech the founder of the Institute, Mrs. Farhat Asia stressed that under the leadership of the President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev the country reached an impressive success both in its development and foreign policy. She added in this regard that it became largely possible because Kazakhstan had its own vision of development in the long-run.
In his welcoming remarks the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mr Barlybay Sadykov outlined in brief Kazakhstan's major global foreign policy initiatives, which shaped the agenda of its membership in the UN Security Council through 2017-2018.
Other speakers in their following presentations mostly shared the view that peace-loving and constructive foreign policy initiatives of Kazakhstan, inspired by great political intelligence of its President, are highly praised in Pakistan.
In a nutshell, outcomes of the seminar revealed a great interest and support of the Pakistani expert and mass media community towards initiatives of the President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev and foreign policy approaches of our country. | https://en.inform.kz/news/int-l-initiatives-of-kazakh-president-global-and-regional-success-seminar-held-in-islamabad_a3500570/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:21Z |
North Korea’s Kim orders military to ‘thoroughly annihilate’ US, South Korea if provoked
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered his military to “thoroughly annihilate” the United States and South Korea if provoked, state media reported Monday, after he vowed to boost national defense to cope with what he called an unprecedented U.S.-led confrontation.
Kim is expected to ramp up weapons tests in 2024 ahead of the U.S. presidential election in November. Many experts say he likely believes his expanded nuclear arsenal would allow him to wrest U.S. concessions if former President Donald Trump is reelected.
In a five-day major ruling party meeting last week, Kim said he will launch three more military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials and develop attack drones this year in what observers say is an attempt to increase his leverage in future diplomacy with the U.S.
In a meeting on Sunday with commanding army officers, Kim said it is urgent to sharpen “the treasured sword” to safeguard national security, an apparent reference to his country’s nuclear weapons program. He cited “the U.S. and other hostile forces’ military confrontation moves,” according to the official Korean Central News Agency.
Kim stressed that “our army should deal a deadly blow to thoroughly annihilate them by mobilizing all the toughest means and potentialities without moment’s hesitation” if they opt for military confrontation and provocations against North Korea, KCNA said.
In his New Year’s Day address Monday, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said he will strengthen his military’s preemptive strike, missile defense and retaliatory capabilities in response to the North Korean nuclear threat.
“The Republic of Korea is building genuine, lasting peace through strength, not a submissive peace that is dependent on the goodwill of the adversary,” Yoon said, using South Korea’s official name.
At the party meeting, Kim called South Korea “a hemiplegic malformation and colonial subordinate state” whose society is “tainted by Yankee culture.” He said his military must use all available means including nuclear weapons to “suppress the whole territory of South Korea” in the event of a conflict.
South Korea’s Defense Ministry warned in response that if North Korea attempts to use nuclear weapons, South Korean and U.S. forces will punish it overwhelmingly, resulting in the end of the Kim government.
Experts say small-scale military clashes between North and South Korea could happen this year along their heavily armed border. They say North Korea is also expected to test-launch intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the mainland U.S. and other major new weapons.
In 2018-19, Kim met Trump in three rounds of talks on North Korea’s expanding nuclear arsenal. The diplomacy fell apart after the U.S. rejected Kim’s limited offer to dismantle his main nuclear complex in exchange for extensive reductions in U.S.-led sanctions.
Kim has since sought to modernize his weapons arsenal and strengthen North Korea’s relationships with China and Russia. KCNA said Kim and Chinese President Xi Jinping exchanged New Year’s Day messages on Monday on bolstering bilateral ties.
North Korea faces suspicions that it has supplied conventional arms for Russia’s war in Ukraine in return for sophisticated Russian technologies to enhance the North’s military programs.
Estimates of the size of North Korea’s nuclear arsenal vary, ranging from about 20-30 bombs to more than 100. Many foreign experts say North Korea still has some technological hurdles to overcome to produce functioning nuclear-armed ICBMs, though its shorter-range nuclear-capable missiles can reach South Korea and Japan.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.fox19.com/2024/01/01/north-koreas-kim-orders-military-thoroughly-annihilate-us-south-korea-if-provoked/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:23Z |
- A timeline of each time execs seriously considered putting a dome over Lambeau Field
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- Curly Lambeau first discussed as far back as the 1940s
The Packers and Vikings played Sunday night’s New Year’s Eve game under the comfort of a climate-controlled dome, but did you know there was once serious consideration of building a dome over Lambeau Field? A stadium synonymous with cold weather. Let's dive into the history of this proposed dome and explore the real reasons why the organization abandoned the idea.
I asked the authority on Packer’s history, Cliff Christl, the Packer’s historian.
"In 1943 [Curly] Lambeau told a reporter for the United Press that within five years, once World War II ended, that he expected pro football owners to begin building roofs over their stadiums to reduce the hazards of bad weather," said Christl.
Legendary Coach Curly Lambeau predicted the use of domes in the NFL as far back as the 1940s. It was only speculation back then, and construction of the Houston Astrodome didn't begin for another 20 years.
"In August 1966, Lombardi admitted consideration has been given to building a dome over Lambeau Field, and I think that's the first time the subject was ever discussed. He said it was architecturally feasible as long as the ends of the stadium remained open," Christl added.
But again the idea of building a dome over Lambeau Field was just in the talking stages.
It wasn't until the 1980s that the Packers commissioned an architectural study of the dome project. Christl, who covered the story at the time for the Green Bay Press-Gazette, says members of the Packers Executive Committee toured the Silverdome in Michigan to gain a better understanding of what would be involved if the Packers decided to build one.
However, it was the high cost of the project that made the idea fizzle out.
Perhaps the main reason why putting a dome over Lambeau never took off was built on the pride of playing in such harsh conditions.
“The Packers are so now so closely identified with playing outdoors and cold weather and it's just part of their identity. I remember covering Vikings vs. Packers games at Bloomington at the old outdoor Metropolitan Stadium in Bloomington. When Bud Grant was coaching the Vikings and I truly believe that that's been one of their issues is that they kind of lost their identity once they moved indoors,” Christl says.
With the legacy that followed the Ice Bowl on New Year's Eve in 1967, weather has become the identity of the Green Bay Packers.
"I think now people would consider it pure blasphemy if they put a dome over Lambeau Field," Packer’s historian, Cliff Christl says.
Knowing Packers players can withstand just about anything remains a testament to our resilience, connecting with fans in a way no dome ever could. | https://www.nbc26.com/news/local-news/people-would-consider-it-pure-blasphemy-a-glimpse-into-the-history-of-lambeau-fields-unbuilt-dome | 2024-01-01T03:48:23Z |
Fakhrul’s bail hearing Jan 9
A Dhaka court yesterday set January 9 for hearing the bail petitions in nine cases filed against BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir over political violence in the capital centring BNP's rally on October 28.
Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Md Rezaul Karim Chowdhury fixed the date, following defence petitions submitted before the court on Thursday, Fakhrul's lawyer Sheikh Shakil Ahmed Ripon told The Daily Star.
On December 18, the High Court directed the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court in Dhaka to accept, hear and dispose of the bail petitions of Fakhrul.
On October 29, Fakhrul was arrested in a case filed with Ramna Police Station over the attack on the residence of the chief justice during a clash with police on October 28. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/fakhruls-bail-hearing-jan-9-3507951 | 2024-01-01T03:48:21Z |
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North Korea’s Kim orders military to ‘thoroughly annihilate’ US, South Korea if provoked
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered his military to “thoroughly annihilate” the United States and South Korea if provoked, state media reported Monday, after he vowed to boost national defense to cope with what he called an unprecedented U.S.-led confrontation.
Kim is expected to ramp up weapons tests in 2024 ahead of the U.S. presidential election in November. Many experts say he likely believes his expanded nuclear arsenal would allow him to wrest U.S. concessions if former President Donald Trump is reelected.
In a five-day major ruling party meeting last week, Kim said he will launch three more military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials and develop attack drones this year in what observers say is an attempt to increase his leverage in future diplomacy with the U.S.
In a meeting on Sunday with commanding army officers, Kim said it is urgent to sharpen “the treasured sword” to safeguard national security, an apparent reference to his country’s nuclear weapons program. He cited “the U.S. and other hostile forces’ military confrontation moves,” according to the official Korean Central News Agency.
Kim stressed that “our army should deal a deadly blow to thoroughly annihilate them by mobilizing all the toughest means and potentialities without moment’s hesitation” if they opt for military confrontation and provocations against North Korea, KCNA said.
In his New Year’s Day address Monday, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said he will strengthen his military’s preemptive strike, missile defense and retaliatory capabilities in response to the North Korean nuclear threat.
“The Republic of Korea is building genuine, lasting peace through strength, not a submissive peace that is dependent on the goodwill of the adversary,” Yoon said, using South Korea’s official name.
At the party meeting, Kim called South Korea “a hemiplegic malformation and colonial subordinate state” whose society is “tainted by Yankee culture.” He said his military must use all available means including nuclear weapons to “suppress the whole territory of South Korea” in the event of a conflict.
South Korea’s Defense Ministry warned in response that if North Korea attempts to use nuclear weapons, South Korean and U.S. forces will punish it overwhelmingly, resulting in the end of the Kim government.
Experts say small-scale military clashes between North and South Korea could happen this year along their heavily armed border. They say North Korea is also expected to test-launch intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the mainland U.S. and other major new weapons.
In 2018-19, Kim met Trump in three rounds of talks on North Korea’s expanding nuclear arsenal. The diplomacy fell apart after the U.S. rejected Kim’s limited offer to dismantle his main nuclear complex in exchange for extensive reductions in U.S.-led sanctions.
Kim has since sought to modernize his weapons arsenal and strengthen North Korea’s relationships with China and Russia. KCNA said Kim and Chinese President Xi Jinping exchanged New Year’s Day messages on Monday on bolstering bilateral ties.
North Korea faces suspicions that it has supplied conventional arms for Russia’s war in Ukraine in return for sophisticated Russian technologies to enhance the North’s military programs.
Estimates of the size of North Korea’s nuclear arsenal vary, ranging from about 20-30 bombs to more than 100. Many foreign experts say North Korea still has some technological hurdles to overcome to produce functioning nuclear-armed ICBMs, though its shorter-range nuclear-capable missiles can reach South Korea and Japan.
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WWE Superstar Becky Lynch sent out a message ahead of the upcoming 'Day 1' episode of Monday Night RAW.
The deeply personal rivalry between Nia Jax and Becky Lynch is scheduled to reach its climax on the Day 1 episode of RAW. In a way, this match is five years in the making, ever since The Irresistible Force infamously broke Becky Lynch's nose back in 2018.
Ahead of the highly anticipated bout, The Man has issued a warning. She emphasized that this bout holds significance beyond mere victory, framing it as the pursuit of 'revenge.'
"This is worth more than a win. This is revenge," Lynch wrote.
Check out Lynch's tweet here.
Becky Lynch spoke about her future in WWE
Multiple reports suggest that Becky Lynch's current contract is due to expire in June 2024.
Amid swirling rumors and speculations, The Man has spoken about her future. She expressed a strong desire to continue with WWE, citing her love for the company and its fans. Lynch concluded by affirming that the Stamford-based promotion is where she envisions retiring.
"Look, growing up WWE is what I watched, it's what I loved. It is the reason I became a professional wrestler. Now, having been in it, I love it. I love the people, I love the audience, and I love being able to be a part of change. I love that I get to continue to drive that and that my voice matters in WWE. I feel listened to, and I feel like we've been able to change the landscape of women's wrestling forever, and that feels very special to me. It's my home, it's where I was born as a professional wrestler in many ways... It's where I will retire," Lynch said.
It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the former Women's Champion.
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COPENHAGEN, Dec 31 (Reuters) - Denmark's Queen Margrethe II, Europe's longest-serving monarch, will abdicate on Jan. 14 after 52 years on the throne and will be succeeded by her eldest son Crown Prince Frederik, she announced on Sunday.
The 83-year-old queen, who ascended the throne in 1972, made the surprise announcement on live TV during her traditional New Year's Eve speech, which is viewed by many in the country of 5.9 million people.
Referring to a successful back operation she underwent in February, she said, "The surgery naturally gave rise to thinking about the future - whether the time had come to leave the responsibility to the next generation".
"I have decided that now is the right time. On 14 January 2024 – 52 years after I succeeded my beloved father – I will step down as queen of Denmark," she said.
"I leave the throne to my son, Crown Prince Frederik," she said.
The queen became the longest-serving monarch in Europe following the death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022. In July, she became the longest-sitting monarch in Denmark's history.
In Denmark, formal power resides with the elected parliament and its government. The monarch is expected to stay above partisan politics, representing the nation with traditional duties ranging from state visits to national day celebrations.
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen thanked the queen for her life-long dedication to duty.
"It is still difficult to understand that the time has now come for a change of throne," Frederiksen said in a statement, adding that many Danes had never known another monarch.
"Queen Margrethe is the epitome of Denmark and throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation," she said.
Born in 1940 to Denmark's former monarch King Frederik IX and Queen Ingrid, Margrethe has throughout her life enjoyed broad support from Danes, who are fond of her tactful and yet creative personality.
She is also known for her love of archaeology and has taken part in several excavations.
She became heir to her father in 1953 at the age of 31, after a constitutional amendment allowed women to inherit the throne.
In 1967, she married French diplomat Henri de Laborde de Monpezat, who served as her royal consort until his death in 2018.
The couple's two sons are Crown Prince Frederik, who will become King Frederik X, and Prince Joachim. Frederik married Mary Elizabeth Donaldson, an Australian, in 2004. | https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5069575 | 2024-01-01T03:48:28Z |
International Astronautical Congress 2020 to be held in Dubai
The congress will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, for the first time in the Arab region. This is an exceptional move that highlights the UAE's leading global position in the space sector.
The agreement was signed during the World Government Summit by Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, Director-General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, and Jean-Yves Le Gall, President of the IAF.
"The UAE's hosting of the 71st IAC, the world's largest space conference, highlights the UAE's strong global presence in the space sector, its leading global position, and outstanding achievements. This is part of our wise leadership's support in fostering a space sector that actively contributes to a knowledge-based economy," Al Shaibani said.
"Signing this agreement with the IAF during the World Government Summit in Dubai shows the global status of the summit, which has become a source of inspiration for governments and people. It also supports the summit's approach in its 7th edition, which focuses on the future of human societies. The IAC is a valuable addition to the conferences hosted by the UAE and a platform that brings together leading space specialists and decision-makers from around the world to share experiences, build strategic partnerships and support international cooperation in space-related activities. We are confident that hosting IAC in Dubai will be a milestone in the history of the event, especially with the launch of the Emirates Mars Mission - Hope Mission in 2020, the Expo 2020 Dubai and other major events in the UAE," Al Shaibani added.
Le Gall said, "Today is a particularly memorable day as the IAF and the MBRSC have just signed the preliminary contract for the International Astronautical Congress - IAC2020 which will take place here in Dubai from 12th to 16th October, 2020. The IAC2020 will be a capital milestone for the Federation as well as for the United Arab Emirates, as it will be the very first IAC to open its doors in the UAE"
"We are confident that the IAC 2020 will not only be a successful event with a record-breaking number of participants but will also pave the way to fruitful discussions and to the involvement and inclusion of more Arabic countries in the space scene. We are positive that the IAC 2020 in Dubai will have a long-lasting impact on the region and will help raise awareness of the importance of space, and its undeniable benefits for humankind," he added.
Salem Al Marri, Assistant Director-General for Scientific and Technical Affairs at MBRSC and the chair of the local organising committee of IAC 2020 said, "IAC is the largest global event involving space industry experts. It is one of the key global conferences annually organised by IAF, in cooperation with the International Academy of Astronautics and the International Institute of Space Law. The UAE, a member states of IAF, was selected after MBRSC's successful bid was announced during a ceremony at the 68th IAC 2017 in Adelaide, Australia, in September 2017."
Al Marri thanked local and international organisations that supported Dubai's bid to host the conference. He stressed MBRSC's commitment to applying the highest regulatory and logistical standards to ensure the success of the event to suit Dubai's reputation in hosting the most important international conferences. He highlighted that the conference will be accompanied by a large space-related exhibition, as well as a programme for students and youth interested in the space sector. | https://en.inform.kz/news/international-astronautical-congress-2020-to-be-held-in-dubai_a3497453/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:28Z |
Local College Football Bowl Season TV Schedule & Streaming Info in Ohio
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 3:59 PM EST|Updated: 47 minutes ago
On the 2023 college football postseason slate, fans of schools in Ohio should have their eyes on the Missouri Tigers versus the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl.
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College Football Games to Watch in Ohio on TV This Week
Duquesne Dukes at Youngstown State Penguins
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, November 25
- Venue: Arnold D. Stambaugh Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: ESPN+
Youngstown State Penguins at Villanova Wildcats
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 2
- Venue: Villanova Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: ESPN+
Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 16
- Venue: Brooks Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Georgia Southern (-1.5)
Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 16
- Venue: FBC Mortgage Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Appalachian State (-6.5)
Bowling Green Falcons at Minnesota Golden Gophers
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Tuesday, December 26
- Venue: Ford Field
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Minnesota (-2)
No. 9 Missouri Tigers at No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Ohio State (-4)
Toledo Rockets at Wyoming Cowboys
- Time: 4:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Arizona Stadium
- TV Channel: Barstool
- Favorite: Wyoming (-4.5)
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Hill cutting puts local residents at risk
An immigrant family is currently engaged in hill-cutting activities to flatten the land for their house in South Baradohar area of Juri upazila in Moulvibazar.
This activity poses a significant threat to three families residing atop the hill and around fifty other families in the surrounding area. In response to this imminent danger, Ira Mia, representing the affected families, has recently lodged a formal written complaint with the Juri Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO).
According to the complaint filed on December 12, two sons of Rukia Begum, a resident of South Baradohar, live in Qatar.
They have been cutting hills for several days to level the house. There is a fear of the collapse of two other families' houses along with Ira Mia's on top of the hill.
Recently this correspondent visited the area and found a large hill of 30 to 35 feet in height.
Rukia Begum's house under the hill. Above are the residences of Ira Mia, Shahin Mia and Habib Ali.
The hills are being cut in Rukia's area and piling of cut soil.
However, no member of Rukia's family or any laborer engaged in hill cutting was found there. Three people's residences on top of the ridge are under threat.
The soil of the hills is being filled in the lowlands of Rukia. Rukia's brother and neighbor Sayed Mia rushed there after hearing the news.
Sayed said, there are 10 decimals of land bought by Rukia. His two sons live in Qatar. They will build a new house. So, the hill is being cut to level the house.
Akhlish Mia, a UP member of Sagarnal Union Parishad (UP) said that after receiving a complaint from the victims, I asked Rukia Begum's family members to stop the hill cutting. But they did not accept it. Nurul Mohaimin Milton, general secretary of Bangladesh Poribesh Sanbadik Samitee Moulvibazar said there is no provision to cut any government or privately owned hill.
In the interest of the public, the Environment Ministry, and Forest and Climate Change hold the authority to approve hill cutting.
Razing hills is a punishable offense under Section B of the Environmental Protection Act 1995 (Amended 2010). There is a provision for both jail time and a fine as punishment in this regard.
He said the biodiversity and ecological balance are being disturbed and the topography is changing because of the hill cutting. Immediate action should be taken to save the environment and wildlife.
Juri Upazila Assistant Commissioner (Land) Sanjida Akhter told this correspondent that after receiving the complaint, the concerned union land assistant officer has been given the responsibility to investigate the matter.
Necessary action will be taken against the persons involved in this matter after receiving the complaint.
Assistant Land Officer Mujibur Rahman, who is in charge of the Sagarnal Union Land Office said he will conduct an on-site investigation and send a report to the Assistant Commissioner. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/hill-cutting-puts-local-residents-risk-3507701 | 2024-01-01T03:48:29Z |
Off-duty sergeant fatally shot at North Carolina gas station, police say
An off-duty police sergeant was fatally shot Saturday afternoon at a gas station just outside Greensboro, North Carolina, authorities said.
The shooting occurred at about 4 p.m. Eastern time at a Sheetz gas station in the community of Colfax, according to Greensboro police.
The sergeant was shot after he “witnessed a crime occur” and attempted “to approach the suspects,” Greensboro Police Chief John Thompson said in a news briefing late Saturday.
A second off-duty police officer and an off-duty paramedic who were at the scene provided treatment to the officer until he was rushed by ambulance to a nearby hospital, where he died of his wounds, Thompson disclosed.
The victim’s name was not immediately released, and no further details on the incident were provided. Thompson said the sergeant was a 22-veteran of the department.
“He was a loving husband, father, son and brother,” Thompson told reporters.
In an earlier alert, police said they were searching for two suspects in their mid-20s in connection with the shooting who were believed to be driving a Chevrolet Equinox, but Thompson did not confirm if any arrests had been made.
Several agencies were assisting in the investigation, including the FBI and the U.S. Marshals Service, Thompson said.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper wrote in a social media post that he had spoken to Thompson and offered “all available state resources to catch those who killed a Greensboro police officer. Our prayers are with the Greensboro police and family and loved ones. Every effort must be made to apprehend those responsible and bring justice in this tragic situation.” | https://www.wsgw.com/off-duty-sergeant-fatally-shot-at-north-carolina-gas-station-police-say/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:31Z |
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Local College Football Bowl Season TV Schedule & Streaming Info in South Carolina
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 3:59 PM EST|Updated: 37 minutes ago
The 2023 college football postseason schedule has quality competition on the docket, including those involving South Carolina schools. Among those contests is the Clemson Tigers playing the Kentucky Wildcats in the Gator Bowl.
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College Football Games to Watch in South Carolina on TV This Week
Chattanooga Mocs at Furman Paladins
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 2
- Venue: Paladin Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: ESPN+
Furman Paladins at Montana Grizzlies
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 8
- Venue: Washington-Grizzly Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at San Jose State Spartans
- Time: 10:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Venue: Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Favorite: San Jose State (-8.5)
Clemson Tigers at Kentucky Wildcats
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: TIAA Bank Field
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Clemson (-3.5)
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WWE Hall of Famer Road Dogg recently spoke about CM Punk's impact on the company's business since his return.
The Stamford-based promotion hosted a highly successful live event at the packed Madison Square Garden, marking it as the highest-grossing non-televised WWE event in the company's history. During the show, CM Punk competed against Dominik Mysterio in singles action, marking his first match since making his return.
In a recent Oh You Didn't Know YouTube exclusive, Road Dogg, also the WWE Senior Vice President of Live Events, emphasized that Punk's inclusion in these shows had a significant impact on the business and hailed him as a needle-mover.
“I couldn’t be happier with the outcome [of the show], couldn’t be happier with the Punk agreeing to be there, and being there is a huge thing. He’s going to be in LA also. Business is booming, and we added him to the ticket, and the ticket got more valuable. That’s just the truth man. When you talk about truth, and we talked about it on here before, about moving the needle, I watched it move once again. By adding his name to something – and dare I say I don’t know that I’ve seen such since I’ve worked in this, in this capacity – I saw the needle move, man." [ H/T Wrestling Inc ]
CM Punk sent a powerful message after recent WWE show
CM Punk faced Dominik Mysterio in singles action at recent WWE live event at The KIA Forum in Los Angeles.
Following the match, The Best in the World conveyed a resolute message, affirming his intent to win the Royal Rumble and subsequently headline WrestleMania. Concluding his statement, he took a subtle jab at Cody Rhodes, emphasizing that it wasn't going to be the conclusion of his story, but merely the beginning.
"At the end of the month in January, I go to the Royal Rumble, and da*nit, if there was a sign hanging in this building, I'd point at it right now. But I'll point at my heart [Punk does so] because that's where all of you reside until I walk into the Rumble and I walk out the winner! That's me, finishing what I started and it's not over then because then I'm going to go on to main event WrestleMania. And that's not the finish of my story, sorry Cody, that's me just getting started!” Punk said.
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It will be interesting to see which superstar wins the Royal Rumble and goes on to main event Wrestlemania.
What did you make of Road Dogg's remarks regarding CM Punk? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Việt Nam’s top 10 economic highlights of 2023
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HÀ NỘI — The Vietnam News Agency has selected the top ten noteworthy events that shaped the country's economic landscape in the year 2023.
1. Việt Nam emerges as a beacon of economic recovery
Despite falling slightly short of the year's set target of 6.5 per cent, Việt Nam's 5 per cent GDP growth has been assessed by international financial institutions as outperforming many economies given the ongoing global economic downturn. Factors contributing to the country's economic recovery include record-breaking exports, public investment disbursement efforts, the highest FDI since 2020, and a rebound in domestic services. Major media outlets have acknowledged Việt Nam's growth efforts, positioning it as an attractive trade partner and investment destination.
2. Politburo issues resolution on harnessing Vietnamese entrepreneurs’ role in a new era
On October 10, the Politburo issued Resolution 41-NQ/TW, outlining ways to build and leverage the role of Vietnamese entrepreneurs in the new era. As the second resolution focusing on the group in the past 12 years, it highlighted seven key tasks and solutions to develop capable entrepreneurs and a group of globally recognised businesses that lead some global supply and value chains.
3. Record public investment disbursement
The country's public investment disbursement is estimated to reach an unprecedented value of over VNĐ461 trillion (US$19 billion), the highest to date. This achievement is attributed to the relentless efforts of the Government, ministries, and local authorities in addressing administrative hurdles and streamlining procedures. Swift and efficient disbursement of public investment has become a vital driving force, propelling rapid and sustainable economic growth in the upcoming period.
4. Eighth consecutive year of trade surplus
2023 has marked the country’s eighth consecutive year of trade surplus with an impressive figure of about $26 billion, nearly tripling 2022. Various agricultural product groups have capitalised on export opportunities, with more than eight million tonnes of rice sold overseas for over $4.4 billion, the highest value since 2009. The favourable export structure has facilitated deeper integration of Vietnamese goods into global production and supply chains, and the trade surplus has contributed positively to the balance of payments, thus increasing foreign currency reserves and stabilising exchange rates.
5. Putting into operation 475 km of new highways in a single year
The completion of 14 key transportation projects, including components of the North-South Expressway- Phase 1, extending the total length of the country's expressways to 1,892 km. This achievement aligns with one of the three breakthroughs outlined in the nation’s socio-economic development strategy for 2021-30.
6. Central bank’s unprecedented consecutive policy interest rate reductions
In an unprecedented move, the State Bank of Việt Nam (SBV) made four consecutive reductions of policy interest rates from March to June by 0.5-2 percentage points per annum. This flexible measure served as a foundation for credit institutions to lower lending rates, thus aiding economic recovery and growth.
7. National Power Development Plan VIII approved
After years of preparation, review and revision, on May 15, 2023, the Prime Minister signed Decision 500/QD-TTg approving the National Power Development Plan VIII for 2021-30, with a vision to 2050. This plan has opened up new space for Việt Nam's sustainable and just energy development, aligning with the Party’s and State's guidelines and policies, and the country's practical capabilities.
8. Unprecedented policies released to support the real estate market
The Government and various ministries and agencies have introduced unprecedented legal and financial mechanisms to remove legal and financial hurdles for and recover the real estate market. Notable among these are the Government’s Resolution 33/NQ-CP, outlining measures to promote a safe, healthy and sustainable realty market, and Decree 10/2023/ND-CP amending and supplementing some articles of decrees guiding the implementation of the Land Law, as well as an initiative to invest in constructing at least one million social housing units for low-income individuals and industrial zone workers between 2021 and 2030.
9. Coordination to rectify vehicle registration
Widespread irregularities related to corrupt practices by certain personnel in the vehicle registration and inspection sector were uncovered on a broad scale. At the peak of the crisis, 106 out of 281 motor vehicle registration centres across the country were forced to suspend operations. This marked the first occurrence of long queues of cars and trucks waiting for registration, adversely affecting citizens, transport businesses and logistics activities. The Government, relevant ministries and law enforcement agencies had to collaboratively address the issue, with the Ministry of Transport proposing the involvement of the police and military forces to support the registration of civilian motor vehicles. On June 8, the Government issued Decree 30/2023/NĐ-CP, amending some provisions of Decree 139/2018/NĐ-CP dated October 8, 2018, regarding the business of motor vehicle registration services.
10. Tightening monitoring of “mini-apartment” construction
The tragic September 12 fire at a "mini apartment" complex on Hà Nội's Khương Hà Street resulted in 56 fatalities and 37 injuries. This catastrophe rang the alarm about lax construction management in urban and residential areas. Following the direction of the Prime Minister, authorities at all levels and relevant sectors conducted a comprehensive review to rectify and tighten construction management and take urgent measures to prevent and control fires in apartment buildings, multi-unit residences, and rental housing facilities. — VNS | https://www.einpresswire.com/article/678384402/vi-t-nam-s-top-10-economic-highlights-of-2023 | 2024-01-01T03:48:33Z |
Top 25 College Football Streams & TV Channel Info | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 3:46 PM EST|Updated: 45 minutes ago
Among the best games on the 2023 bowl game schedule is the No. 3 Texas Longhorns taking on the No. 2 Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl.
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How to Watch AP Top 25 Games
No. 24 James Madison Dukes at Air Force Falcons
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Air Force (-2)
Virginia Tech Hokies at No. 23 Tulane Green Wave
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Virginia Tech (-11.5)
No. 16 Louisville Cardinals at USC Trojans
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Petco Park
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Louisville (-4.5)
Texas A&M Aggies at No. 22 Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: NRG Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Oklahoma State (-3.5)
No. 17 SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Fenway Park
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: SMU (-13)
No. 19 NC State Wolfpack at Kansas State Wildcats
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ACCN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Kansas State (-3)
No. 14 Arizona Wildcats at No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Alamodome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Arizona (-2.5)
No. 21 Oregon State Beavers at No. 15 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: Sun Bowl Stadium
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Notre Dame (-5.5)
No. 9 Missouri Tigers at No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Ohio State (-4)
No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels at No. 10 Penn State Nittany Lions
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Penn State (-6)
No. 6 Georgia Bulldogs at No. 4 Florida State Seminoles
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Georgia (-22.5)
Wisconsin Badgers at No. 13 LSU Tigers
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: LSU (-8.5)
No. 18 Liberty Flames at No. 8 Oregon Ducks
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Oregon (-17.5)
No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 25 Tennessee Volunteers
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Tennessee (-5.5)
No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide at No. 1 Michigan Wolverines
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Rose Bowl
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Michigan (-1.5)
No. 3 Texas Longhorns at No. 2 Washington Huskies
- Time: 8:45 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Caesars Superdome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Texas (-3.5)
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Investor ready to channel USD 10 bln into N Kazakhstan
PETROPAVLOVSK. KAZINFORM North Kazakhstan region Governor Kumar Aksakalov met with Chinese investors ready to build an industrial park in the region, Kazinform reports.
The park provides for development of several directions, for example, a certified meat processing centre of global standards, sugar beet, oil bearing and crop processing plants will be built there. According to preliminary calculations, investments into the construction of the first stage of the park will hit USD 10 bln. Construction will last 3-5 years. 20,000 new workplaces will be created.
The preliminary results of the talks were summed up.
The Governor of the region is invited to attend the forum in Beijing slated for April in order to sign the general agreement on financing of the project. | https://en.inform.kz/news/investor-ready-to-channel-usd-10-bln-into-n-kazakhstan_a3501016/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:35Z |
Top 25 College Football Streams & TV Channel Info | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 3:46 PM EST|Updated: 46 minutes ago
Among the best games on the 2023 bowl game schedule is the No. 3 Texas Longhorns taking on the No. 2 Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl.
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How to Watch AP Top 25 Games
No. 24 James Madison Dukes at Air Force Falcons
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Air Force (-2)
Virginia Tech Hokies at No. 23 Tulane Green Wave
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Virginia Tech (-11.5)
No. 16 Louisville Cardinals at USC Trojans
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Petco Park
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Louisville (-4.5)
Texas A&M Aggies at No. 22 Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: NRG Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Oklahoma State (-3.5)
No. 17 SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Fenway Park
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: SMU (-13)
No. 19 NC State Wolfpack at Kansas State Wildcats
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ACCN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Kansas State (-3)
No. 14 Arizona Wildcats at No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Alamodome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Arizona (-2.5)
No. 21 Oregon State Beavers at No. 15 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: Sun Bowl Stadium
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Notre Dame (-5.5)
No. 9 Missouri Tigers at No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Ohio State (-4)
No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels at No. 10 Penn State Nittany Lions
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Penn State (-6)
No. 6 Georgia Bulldogs at No. 4 Florida State Seminoles
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Georgia (-22.5)
Wisconsin Badgers at No. 13 LSU Tigers
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: LSU (-8.5)
No. 18 Liberty Flames at No. 8 Oregon Ducks
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Oregon (-17.5)
No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 25 Tennessee Volunteers
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Tennessee (-5.5)
No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide at No. 1 Michigan Wolverines
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Rose Bowl
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Michigan (-1.5)
No. 3 Texas Longhorns at No. 2 Washington Huskies
- Time: 8:45 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Caesars Superdome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Texas (-3.5)
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House Help’s Death: Mob torches cars, attacks cops
Locals set fire to three cars and a motorcycle in the car park of a building following the death of a house help in the capital's Banasree yesterday morning.
They also attacked police when they tried to disperse the agitating crowd.
The agitators, including several hundred house helps of the area, claimed that Asma Begum, 45, was murdered by her employers, police said.
Her employer Golam Mainuddin Hasan, a deputy secretary, however, said Asma went to the rooftop around 7:15am saying that she wanted to dry her clothes.
Later, he learnt that her body was lying on the road.
Asma, from Kishoreganj's Bajitpur, had been working at the home of Mainuddin in Mirpur-2 for two months.
On Friday morning, Mainuddin, his family, and Asma went to Mainuddin's father-in-law Delwar Hossain's home in Banasree's Block-D, said Mainuddin.
Describing the incident, Barek Mollah, a security guard of a building across the street from Delwar's home, said he heard a heavy thud around 7:15am and saw the woman lying in a pool of blood on the street.
Within minutes, locals started rushing there followed by several hundred mostly female domestic helps, he said.
Several witnesses told The Daily Star that the locals started demonstrating demanding arrest of the employers and residents of the house, alleging that the woman was murdered and her body was thrown from the building.
As police went to recover the body, the agitators barred them and asked them to make the arrest first.
The law enforcers tried to pacify them but they continued their protest until 10:00am.
At one stage, police chased them to disperse and the demonstrators started throwing brick chunks at the law enforcers, injuring at least six police personnel, including Officer-in-Charge Mashiur Rahman of Rampura Police Station, said Sub-inspector Habiz Uddin of the police station.
The demonstrators later broke opened the gate of the building and torched vehicles in the car park.
In fear, the residents of the six-storey building took cover on the rooftop. Two fire engines later doused the blaze.
Police from other stations rushed there and brought the situation under control.
Several people were detained from the spot, said Golam Maula, inspector (investigation) of Rampura Police Station.
Talking to The Daily Star, Delwar claimed that they neither tortured nor killed Asma. She might have killed herself.
Mainuddin said Asma was dealing with a family issue after her husband died.
This newspaper, however, could not contact her family for comments.
Minara Begum, who works as a house help in Meradia area, said she along with others rushed to the spot after hearing that "a fellow worker was killed by her employers".
"We see many house helps lose their lives due to torture by their employers. So, we joined the protest seeking justice." | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/house-helps-death-mob-torches-cars-attacks-cops-3507656 | 2024-01-01T03:48:37Z |
WWE's head of creative Triple H hyped a major upcoming match on Twitter, and fans can't wait to finally witness the much-awaited encounter.
Becky Lynch and Nia Jax's rivalry goes way back to late 2018. On the road to Survivor Series 2018, Jax accidentally punched Lynch on an episode of RAW and left her with a bloody face. The visual of a bloodied Lynch looking down at the ring quickly gained iconic status. This was a pivotal moment in her months-long push as The Man on WWE TV.
Lynch and Jax have never faced off in a singles match on WWE TV. In a matter of hours, the two female stars will finally go one-on-one on RAW Day 1. Triple H hyped the bout on his official Twitter handle, and fans had a variety of reactions to the same:
Triple H brought back Nia Jax after she sent him a text message
Nia Jax was let go by WWE in late 2021. The former RAW Women's Champion had requested more time off for her mental health break, but the same wasn't granted to her. She was instead released by WWE, and she wasn't happy at all. Jax made an appearance during the 2023 Women's Royal Rumble match.
Jax later had a chat with her former NXT coach, who encouraged her to have a talk with Triple H in regards to a potential return. Jax listened to her and ended up sending a text to Triple H.
Here's what Jax said on After The Bell podcast:
“I remember I was talking to Sara Amato because she was my coach at NXT and she was like, ‘You look great, you look incredible. You’re made for wrestling. You should try again.’ ‘Really? I would love to, but I’m not sure.’ She was like, ‘Just text Hunter. Text him.’ I texted Hunter, ‘Hey, I was wondering if you had a spot for me to come back,’" said Jax.
She continued:
"Two minutes later he was like, ‘Yeah, let’s talk. Let’s chat soon.’ It snowballed from there. I didn’t really know when I was going to return, we just chatted about a possible time because he’s so incredibly busy. Nobody knew when it was going to be. Possibly SummerSlam, after SummerSlam, we didn’t know. Finally, I got the call, ‘Hey, you’re needed.'” [H/T Fightful]
Jax has received big praise from many fans for her work since her return a few months ago. She will compete in what is quite possibly her biggest WWE match to date when she finally takes on The Man on RAW.
Who will win when Becky Lynch and Nia Jax collide on RAW?
A former WWE star was upset about his release. He shoots from the hip here. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-pointless-long-term-storytelling-fans-divided-triple-h-hyping-personal-match-5-years-making | 2024-01-01T03:48:39Z |
College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
According to our projections, the best bet against the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more suggestions, including parlay opportunities, see below.
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Iran oil reserves hit over 160bn barrels in 40 yrs.
Iran's gas industry was also revived after the Islamic Revolution, Zanganeh added, according to Mehr News Agency.
Speaking in a TV program late on Wed., he pointed to Iran's achievements in oil, gas and petrochemical industry and said, "when oil was discovered in Iran for the first time, the country became a determining and decisive oil player in the world."
Iran's oil reserves stood at about 88 billion barrels during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, he said, adding, "but presently, the country's oil reserves stand at more than 160 billion barrels given the extraction of 50 billion barrels of oil."
Elsewhere in his remarks, Zanganeh pointed to the country's rich gas reserves and said, "Iran's gas reserves during the Islamic Revolution reached from 9,000 billion cubic meters to more than 33 trillion cubic meters, showing a dramatic increase."
He drew a comparison between production of gas condensates before and after the Islamic Revolution and said, "production of gas condensates during the Islamic Revolution reached from 30,000 barrels to more than 800,000 barrels/day after the Islamic Revolution."
Turning to the country's progress in development projects in South Pars Gas Field, he said, "the current gas production in South Pars has hit more than 610 million cubic meters/day."
The oil minister then described South Pars Gas Field as the most important achievement of the Islamic Revolution and said, "the country's daily production of gas has overtaken neighboring Qatar in a way that four conventional phases would be inaugurated in coming days." | https://en.inform.kz/news/iran-oil-reserves-hit-over-160bn-barrels-in-40-yrs_a3495970/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:42Z |
College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Becky Lynch is set for a huge match at WWE RAW: Day 1 on Monday. The Man will square off against longtime opponent Nia Jax tomorrow night on the red brand. The match has been five years in the making.
The upcoming television special is also set witness the return of a former WWE champion. It was reported in the lead-up to the show that officials were closing to securing the unnamed person for an appearance on Monday Night RAW.
Could the former WWE champion in question be Ronda Rousey? The Baddest Woman on the Planet has a bitter history with Becky Lynch. Could the retired MMA legend show up unannounced at the upcoming WWE RAW: Day 1 and take out The Man?
That won’t likely happen. Rousey left WWE after winning almost every major accolade the promotion had to offer. She also put over real-life best friend Shayna Baszler in their MMA Rules Match at SummerSlam 2023. Plus, she’s already had a feud with Lynch in the sports entertainment juggernaut.
At present, Ronda Rousey seems to be enjoying her run in Ring of Honor. The 36-year-old is currently in an alliance with close friend and fellow former MMA Horsewoman Marina Shafir at the fabled indie promotion.
Did Ronda Rousey & Becky Lynch take on each other at a WrestleMania event?
Ronda Rousey and Becky Lynch made history, alongside Charlotte Flair, in 2019. The three women headlined WrestleMania 35 in front of nearly 70,000 people. The Man faced the Baddest Woman on the Planet and The Queen in a "Winner Takes All" match for the RAW and SmackDown Women’s Titles.
The finishing sequence saw Lynch counter Rousey’s Piper’s Pit into a crucifix pin to give the former MMA star her first pinfall loss in WWE, winning both titles in the process. Lynch would drop the SmackDown Women’s Championship back to Flair at Money in the Bank 2019.
The Queen would, in turn, lose the title due to a Money in the Bank cash-in by Bayley later.
A former WWE star was upset about his release. He shoots from the hip here. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/retired-legend-return-wwe-raw-day-1-set-wrestlemania-match-becky-lynch-analyzing-possibility | 2024-01-01T03:48:46Z |
Locals, police clash in Banasree over death of domestic worker
Locals torched three private cars and clashed with police after the body of a domestic worker was recovered in front of her employer's house in Dhaka's Banasree area this morning.
The agitators, including domestic workers from nearby homes, carried out the attack, terming the death of Asma Begum as murder by her employers, police said.
Six police personnel, including the officer-in-charge of Rampura Police Station Mashiur Rahman, were injured during the clash, said sub-inspector Habij Uddin of the police station.
Police brought the situation under control, but law enforcers were present there when this story was filed at 1:20pm.
The SI said a team of police recovered Asma's body in front of the employer's building around 7:00am.
Terming it a murder, locals along with other domestic workers carried out an attack at the house. On information, police rushed there and tried to resist them, resulting in the clash, he said, adding that the agitators set fire to the cars in the parking lot of that building.
Six police personnel were injured. Some attackers were picked up, the SI said.
Lima Khanam, duty officer of Fire Service and Civil Defence control room, said two fire engines doused the fires around 10:15am.
Police are investigating the death. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/locals-police-clash-banasree-over-death-domestic-worker-3507131 | 2024-01-01T03:48:45Z |
Cavaliers vs. Raptors: Odds, spread, over/under and other Vegas lines - January 1
On Monday, January 1, 2024, the Toronto Raptors (12-20) take the court against the Cleveland Cavaliers (18-14) at 7:30 PM ET on SportsNet and BSOH.
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Cavaliers vs. Raptors Game Info
- Date: Monday, January 1, 2024
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- How to Watch on TV: SportsNet and BSOH
- Location: Toronto, Ontario
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
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- The Raptors are being outscored by 1.3 points per game with a -43 scoring differential overall. They put up 113.7 points per game (18th in the NBA) and allow 115 per outing (17th in the league).
- The Cavaliers have a 0 scoring differential, putting up 112 points per game (24th in league) and conceding 112 (eighth in NBA).
- These two teams rack up a combined 225.7 points per game, 1.2 more points than this matchup's over/under.
- These two teams allow 227 points per game combined, 2.5 more points than the over/under for this contest.
- Toronto has won 15 games against the spread this season, while failing to cover 17 times.
- Cleveland is 17-15-0 ATS this year.
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Italian Eni increases oil & gas production in Kazakhstan
Eni's oil and natural gas production in Kazakhstan in the 4th quarter of 2018 amounted to 162 kilobarrels of oil equivalent per day (kboe/d) compared to 130 kboe/d in the same period of 2017.
The company's liquids production in the country totaled 110 kilobarrels per day (kbbl/d) in the period compared to 83 kbbl/d in the 4th quarter of the previous year.
As for the natural gas production, in the 4th quarter of 2018 it made up 287 million cubic feet per day (mmcf/d) compared to 256 mmcf/d in the same period of 2017.
In 2018, in general, Eni was producing an average of 143 kboe/d of oil and natural gas compared to 132 kboe/d a year earlier.
Liquids production in 2018 amounted to 94 kbbl/d compared to 83 kbbl/d in 2017.
Eni's natural gas production last year made up 265 mmcf/d compared to 264 mmcf/d in the previous year.
The Italian company operates two oil and gas fields in Kazakhstan - Kashagan and Karachaganak. The company holds a 16.81 percent share in the North Caspian Sea Production Sharing Agreement, which sets terms and conditions for the exploration and development of the giant Kashagan field.
Eni's interest in Karachaganak is 29.25 percent. Operations are conducted by the Karachaganak Petroleum Operating Consortium. | https://en.inform.kz/news/italian-eni-increases-oil-gas-production-in-kazakhstan_a3499913/ | 2024-01-01T03:48:49Z |
Hornets vs. Nuggets: Odds, spread, over/under and other Vegas lines - January 1
The Charlotte Hornets (7-23), on Monday, January 1, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET, aim to halt a seven-game road losing streak at the Denver Nuggets (23-11).
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Hornets vs. Nuggets Game Info
- Date: Monday, January 1, 2024
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- How to Watch on TV: ALT and BSSE
- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Venue: Ball Arena
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- The Nuggets' +170 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by five points per game) is a result of scoring 115.3 points per game (15th in the NBA) while allowing 110.3 per contest (third in the league).
- The Hornets have been outscored by 10.8 points per game (posting 110.6 points per game, 26th in league, while allowing 121.4 per outing, 26th in NBA) and have a -326 scoring differential.
- The two teams combine to score 225.9 points per game, 0.6 fewer points than this matchup's total.
- Opponents of these teams put up 231.7 points per game combined, 5.2 more points than this matchup's over/under.
- Denver has compiled a 15-19-0 ATS record so far this year.
- Charlotte has won 13 games against the spread this year, while failing to cover 17 times.
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Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon returned to practice on Sunday following his Christmas Day dog-biting incident, leading to a questionable celebration from teammate DeAndre Jordan.
Gordon suffered lacerations to his face and right shooting hand after his family dog bit him on Christmas. His injuries required him to receive 21 stitches.
Following the incident, Denver announced that Gordon was “in good condition” but would be away from the team. Additionally, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that there was “no concrete timeline for his return.” However, Wojnarowski added that the Nuggets were “optimistic” that his absence would be “short-term.”
That appears to be the case, as after being sidelined just two games, the 28-year-old forward has already rejoined his team. Upon his return to practice, the Nuggets welcomed Gordon back, including Jordan, who celebrated with barking sounds.
Per Nuggets reporter Katy Winge, it has long been custom for Denver players to bark for Gordon’s success. However, the veteran big man had to ensure that it wasn’t too soon to bust out the celebration again.
“We can still do that, right?” Jordan said as he laughed while embracing Gordon.
Gordon appeared to be more than okay with the joke, as he laughed along with the rest of his teammates and coaches.
Aaron Gordon listed as questionable for Monday’s matchup against Hornets
After practicing on Sunday, Aaron Gordon is listed as questionable for Monday’s home matchup against the Charlotte Hornets (7-23). However, according to Gordon, he is ready to play.
During a recent interview with The Denver Post, the NBA champion touched on his dog-biting incident. He highlighted his passion for dogs, as well as his need for better dog training, before adding that he is back to full strength.
“I love dogs. I grew up with dogs my whole life,” Gordon said.
“But because we're on the road so much, my dad's taking care of him, so I can't really train him how I need him to be. ... But I feel good. Everything is fine.”
The Nuggets are coming off a 119-93 blowout home loss to the OKC Thunder (22-9) on Friday. So, the two-way forward’s return will certainly be a welcome addition to the lineup.
Through 28 games, Gordon is averaging 13.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.0 steals. 0.6 blocks and 0.5 3-pointers per game on 52.5% shooting.
Denver (23-11) is 5-1 without Gordon and 18-10 with him.
How did Michael Jordan's gambling "habit" taint his image? | https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-can-still-right-deandre-jordan-hilariously-confused-barking-celebration-aaron-gordon-dog-bite-injury | 2024-01-01T03:48:52Z |
‘Neo JMB trying to reorganise’
The IS-inspired militant group "Neo JMB" is now attempting to regroup after being cornered for many years following the Gulshan café attack.
The Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit made the claim yesterday following the arrest of six outfit members in the last three months, including the operational commander.
Recently, the CTTC unit managed to arrest the outfit's top leader Md Yousuf alias Yousuf Huzur, and his associate Jahirul Islam alias Jahir from the capital's Demra area last Friday, while they were trying to hold a clandestine meeting, said Md Asaduzzaman, chief of the CTTC unit.
"We have managed to destroy the outfit's network by arresting top leaders in special drives earlier. Even the outfit ameer Mahadi Hasan Jon, who was working to re-organise the outfit from Turkey, was also arrested by that country's law enforcers based on our information," he said.
"Jon is now on bail. But we have issued a red alert to Interpol and efforts are underway to bring him back to the country," said the CTTC chief.
Asaduzzaman said Yousuf, who was arrested earlier by the CTTC in 2017, had taken charge of the outfit following the arrest of Jon.
Yousuf got bail from jail in 2019 and then went to the Middle East along with the outfit's operational commander Abu Bakkar. There, they met and communicated with the outfit chief Jon, he said.
He said Yousuf was recruiting members through online platforms in the Middle East, and returned home in mid-2022.
Yousuf was involved in construction business and spent all the money for the outfit's activities.
Upon returning, he planned to launch an attack during Durga Puja, but could not due to effective security measures, claimed Asaduzzaman.
The cops are now trying to learn why the outfit members again gathered at Dhaka, he said.
He said the group might have had plans to carry out sabotage centring the 31st celebration as detonators were recovered from Yousuf. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/neo-jmb-trying-reorganise-3507916 | 2024-01-01T03:48:52Z |
How to Watch the NBA on Monday: TV Channel, Game Times and Odds
The NBA's eight-game schedule today is sure to please. The outings include the Minnesota Timberwolves playing the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
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The New York Knicks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves
The Timberwolves look to pull of an away win at the Knicks on Monday at 3:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: NBA TV, MSG, and BSN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 3:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- NY Record: 17-15
- MIN Record: 24-7
- NY Stats: 115.3 PPG (15th in NBA), 113.9 Opp. PPG (14th)
- MIN Stats: 113.3 PPG (20th in NBA), 107.4 Opp. PPG (first)
Players to Watch
- NY Key Player: Julius Randle (23.6 PPG, 9.6 RPG, 4.8 APG)
- MIN Key Player: Anthony Edwards (26.0 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 5.2 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: MIN -1.5
- MIN Odds to Win: -120
- NY Odds to Win: +100
- Total: 223.5 points
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The Toronto Raptors play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavaliers hope to pick up a road win at the Raptors on Monday at 7:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: SportsNet and BSOH
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 7:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- TOR Record: 12-20
- CLE Record: 18-14
- TOR Stats: 113.7 PPG (18th in NBA), 115.0 Opp. PPG (17th)
- CLE Stats: 112.0 PPG (24th in NBA), 112.0 Opp. PPG (eighth)
Players to Watch
- TOR Key Player: Scottie Barnes (21.0 PPG, 9.4 RPG, 5.8 APG)
- CLE Key Player: Donovan Mitchell (28.0 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 5.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: TOR -2.5
- TOR Odds to Win: -140
- CLE Odds to Win: +115
- Total: 224.5 points
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The Houston Rockets take on the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons hope to pick up a road win at the Rockets on Monday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: Space City Home Network and BSDET
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- HOU Record: 15-15
- DET Record: 3-29
- HOU Stats: 112.3 PPG (23rd in NBA), 109.7 Opp. PPG (second)
- DET Stats: 110.3 PPG (27th in NBA), 121.2 Opp. PPG (25th)
Players to Watch
- HOU Key Player: Alperen Sengun (21.1 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 5.1 APG)
- DET Key Player: Cade Cunningham (23.5 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 7.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: HOU -7.5
- HOU Odds to Win: -300
- DET Odds to Win: +240
- Total: 226.5 points
The Milwaukee Bucks host the Indiana Pacers
The Pacers travel to face the Bucks on Monday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: BSWI and BSIN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- MIL Record: 24-8
- IND Record: 17-14
- MIL Stats: 125.0 PPG (second in NBA), 118.9 Opp. PPG (24th)
- IND Stats: 126.6 PPG (first in NBA), 124.8 Opp. PPG (29th)
Players to Watch
- MIL Key Player: Giannis Antetokounmpo (30.7 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 5.7 APG)
- IND Key Player: Tyrese Haliburton (24.5 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 12.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: MIL -6.5
- MIL Odds to Win: -300
- IND Odds to Win: +230
- Total: 259.5 points
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The Utah Jazz play host to the Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks take to the home court of the Jazz on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: KJZZ and BSSW
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- UTA Record: 14-19
- DAL Record: 19-14
- UTA Stats: 113.4 PPG (19th in NBA), 118.8 Opp. PPG (23rd)
- DAL Stats: 119.2 PPG (seventh in NBA), 117.8 Opp. PPG (22nd)
Players to Watch
- UTA Key Player: Lauri Markkanen (23.5 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 1.6 APG)
- DAL Key Player: Luka Doncic (33.9 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 9.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DAL -2.5
- DAL Odds to Win: -145
- UTA Odds to Win: +120
- Total: 245.5 points
The Phoenix Suns face the Portland Trail Blazers
The Trail Blazers look to pull of an away win at the Suns on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: AZFamily and ROOT Sports NW+
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- PHO Record: 16-15
- POR Record: 9-22
- PHO Stats: 115.5 PPG (14th in NBA), 114.6 Opp. PPG (16th)
- POR Stats: 109.4 PPG (29th in NBA), 115.2 Opp. PPG (18th)
Players to Watch
- PHO Key Player: Kevin Durant (29.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 6.1 APG)
- POR Key Player: Jerami Grant (22.4 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 2.6 APG)
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The Denver Nuggets face the Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets look to pull of an away win at the Nuggets on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: ALT and BSSE
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- DEN Record: 23-11
- CHA Record: 7-23
- DEN Stats: 115.3 PPG (15th in NBA), 110.3 Opp. PPG (third)
- CHA Stats: 110.6 PPG (26th in NBA), 121.4 Opp. PPG (26th)
Players to Watch
- DEN Key Player: Nikola Jokic (26.1 PPG, 12.3 RPG, 9.2 APG)
- CHA Key Player: Terry Rozier (23.6 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 7.2 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DEN -14.5
- DEN Odds to Win: -1400
- CHA Odds to Win: +800
- Total: 226.5 points
The Los Angeles Clippers play the Miami Heat
The Heat take to the home court of the Clippers on Monday at 10:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: BSSC and BSSUN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 10:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- LAC Record: 19-12
- MIA Record: 19-13
- LAC Stats: 116.6 PPG (11th in NBA), 112.2 Opp. PPG (10th)
- MIA Stats: 113.3 PPG (20th in NBA), 111.7 Opp. PPG (seventh)
Players to Watch
- LAC Key Player: Paul George (22.9 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 4.0 APG)
- MIA Key Player: Bam Adebayo (22.0 PPG, 10.2 RPG, 4.0 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: LAC -6.5
- LAC Odds to Win: -275
- MIA Odds to Win: +225
- Total: 227.5 points
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How to Watch the NBA on Monday: TV Channel, Game Times and Odds
The NBA's eight-game schedule today is sure to please. The outings include the Minnesota Timberwolves playing the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
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Today's NBA Games
The New York Knicks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves
The Timberwolves look to pull of an away win at the Knicks on Monday at 3:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: NBA TV, MSG, and BSN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 3:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- NY Record: 17-15
- MIN Record: 24-7
- NY Stats: 115.3 PPG (15th in NBA), 113.9 Opp. PPG (14th)
- MIN Stats: 113.3 PPG (20th in NBA), 107.4 Opp. PPG (first)
Players to Watch
- NY Key Player: Julius Randle (23.6 PPG, 9.6 RPG, 4.8 APG)
- MIN Key Player: Anthony Edwards (26.0 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 5.2 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: MIN -1.5
- MIN Odds to Win: -120
- NY Odds to Win: +100
- Total: 223.5 points
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The Toronto Raptors play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavaliers hope to pick up a road win at the Raptors on Monday at 7:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: SportsNet and BSOH
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 7:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- TOR Record: 12-20
- CLE Record: 18-14
- TOR Stats: 113.7 PPG (18th in NBA), 115.0 Opp. PPG (17th)
- CLE Stats: 112.0 PPG (24th in NBA), 112.0 Opp. PPG (eighth)
Players to Watch
- TOR Key Player: Scottie Barnes (21.0 PPG, 9.4 RPG, 5.8 APG)
- CLE Key Player: Donovan Mitchell (28.0 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 5.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: TOR -2.5
- TOR Odds to Win: -140
- CLE Odds to Win: +115
- Total: 224.5 points
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The Houston Rockets take on the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons hope to pick up a road win at the Rockets on Monday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: Space City Home Network and BSDET
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- HOU Record: 15-15
- DET Record: 3-29
- HOU Stats: 112.3 PPG (23rd in NBA), 109.7 Opp. PPG (second)
- DET Stats: 110.3 PPG (27th in NBA), 121.2 Opp. PPG (25th)
Players to Watch
- HOU Key Player: Alperen Sengun (21.1 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 5.1 APG)
- DET Key Player: Cade Cunningham (23.5 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 7.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: HOU -7.5
- HOU Odds to Win: -300
- DET Odds to Win: +240
- Total: 226.5 points
The Milwaukee Bucks host the Indiana Pacers
The Pacers travel to face the Bucks on Monday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: BSWI and BSIN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- MIL Record: 24-8
- IND Record: 17-14
- MIL Stats: 125.0 PPG (second in NBA), 118.9 Opp. PPG (24th)
- IND Stats: 126.6 PPG (first in NBA), 124.8 Opp. PPG (29th)
Players to Watch
- MIL Key Player: Giannis Antetokounmpo (30.7 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 5.7 APG)
- IND Key Player: Tyrese Haliburton (24.5 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 12.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: MIL -6.5
- MIL Odds to Win: -300
- IND Odds to Win: +230
- Total: 259.5 points
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The Utah Jazz play host to the Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks take to the home court of the Jazz on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: KJZZ and BSSW
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- UTA Record: 14-19
- DAL Record: 19-14
- UTA Stats: 113.4 PPG (19th in NBA), 118.8 Opp. PPG (23rd)
- DAL Stats: 119.2 PPG (seventh in NBA), 117.8 Opp. PPG (22nd)
Players to Watch
- UTA Key Player: Lauri Markkanen (23.5 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 1.6 APG)
- DAL Key Player: Luka Doncic (33.9 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 9.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DAL -2.5
- DAL Odds to Win: -145
- UTA Odds to Win: +120
- Total: 245.5 points
The Phoenix Suns face the Portland Trail Blazers
The Trail Blazers look to pull of an away win at the Suns on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: AZFamily and ROOT Sports NW+
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- PHO Record: 16-15
- POR Record: 9-22
- PHO Stats: 115.5 PPG (14th in NBA), 114.6 Opp. PPG (16th)
- POR Stats: 109.4 PPG (29th in NBA), 115.2 Opp. PPG (18th)
Players to Watch
- PHO Key Player: Kevin Durant (29.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 6.1 APG)
- POR Key Player: Jerami Grant (22.4 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 2.6 APG)
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The Denver Nuggets face the Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets look to pull of an away win at the Nuggets on Monday at 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: ALT and BSSE
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- DEN Record: 23-11
- CHA Record: 7-23
- DEN Stats: 115.3 PPG (15th in NBA), 110.3 Opp. PPG (third)
- CHA Stats: 110.6 PPG (26th in NBA), 121.4 Opp. PPG (26th)
Players to Watch
- DEN Key Player: Nikola Jokic (26.1 PPG, 12.3 RPG, 9.2 APG)
- CHA Key Player: Terry Rozier (23.6 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 7.2 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DEN -14.5
- DEN Odds to Win: -1400
- CHA Odds to Win: +800
- Total: 226.5 points
The Los Angeles Clippers play the Miami Heat
The Heat take to the home court of the Clippers on Monday at 10:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: BSSC and BSSUN
- Stream Live: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 10:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- LAC Record: 19-12
- MIA Record: 19-13
- LAC Stats: 116.6 PPG (11th in NBA), 112.2 Opp. PPG (10th)
- MIA Stats: 113.3 PPG (20th in NBA), 111.7 Opp. PPG (seventh)
Players to Watch
- LAC Key Player: Paul George (22.9 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 4.0 APG)
- MIA Key Player: Bam Adebayo (22.0 PPG, 10.2 RPG, 4.0 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: LAC -6.5
- LAC Odds to Win: -275
- MIA Odds to Win: +225
- Total: 227.5 points
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LA Lakers fans are not happy with head coach Darvin Ham following the team's dismal showing on New Year's Eve against the New Orleans Pelicans. Some fans are even calling for his firing after the Lakers were blown out 129-109 in New Orleans. The Lakers dropped to a 17-17 record heading into a new calendar year.
It was a disappointing performance by the Lakers after the result against the Minnesota Timberwolves on LeBron James' birthday on Saturday. The team's shooting woes from beyond the arc continued, going 10-for-32 compared to the Pelicans' 17-for-34 night.
James had a huge game with 34 points, five rebounds and eight assists, but it was not enough to prevent another Lakers loss. Anthony Davis contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Austin Reaves scored 20 points off the bench.
LA Lakers fans took their frustrations out online and blasted head coach Darvin Ham. The Lakers have been terrible ever since they won the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament earlier this month. They are just 3-8 since becoming the inaugural NBA Cup winners.
One fan wants Ham fired after the Lakers' loss on Sunday:
"FIRE DARVIN HAM."
This fan has had enough of Ham, who he tried to defend before:
"I defended Darvin Ham longer than I should've. I really don't get what this team is trying to do anymore."
Another fan is unhappy with the Lakers head coach:
"Darvin Ham ruined my love for the game of basketball."
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Are Darvin Ham and Austin Reaves having problems?
Austin Reaves was clearly the third-best player for the LA Lakers last season during their playoff run to the Western Conference finals. Reaves even got called up to play for Team USA in the 2023 FIBA World Cup on top of a new contract from the Lakers.
Many expected Reaves to continue his role as the team's starting shooting guard and remain the third option behind LeBron James and Anthony Davis. However, he has come off the bench as Darvin Ham tinkers with his starting lineup and rotations.
Heading into the final stretch of December, Ham decided to bench D'Angelo Russell and put LeBron James at point guard. Some fans thought that Reaves would finally return to the starting lineup, but Ham wanted to prioritize defense and chose Jarred Vanderbilt instead.
According to Anthony Irwin of the Lakers Lounge, Ham and Reaves are likely heading for a falling out. Irwin also reported that if things get out of hand, an agent or even the front office will likely get involved.
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Pacers vs. Bucks: Odds, spread, over/under and other Vegas lines - January 1
The Milwaukee Bucks (24-8), on Monday, January 1, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET, aim to continue a six-game home winning streak when hosting the Indiana Pacers (17-14).
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Pacers vs. Bucks Game Info
- Date: Monday, January 1, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- How to Watch on TV: BSWI and BSIN
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Venue: Fiserv Forum
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- The Bucks' +193 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 6.1 points per game) is a result of scoring 125.0 points per game (second in the NBA) while giving up 118.9 per outing (24th in the league).
- The Pacers have a +55 scoring differential, topping opponents by 1.8 points per game. They're putting up 126.6 points per game, first in the league, and are giving up 124.8 per contest to rank 29th in the NBA.
- These teams score a combined 251.6 points per game, 7.9 fewer points than this matchup's point total.
- These teams together allow 243.7 points per game, 15.8 fewer than this matchup's total.
- Milwaukee has compiled a 15-17-0 ATS record so far this year.
- Indiana has won 17 games against the spread this year, while failing to cover 14 times.
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Resolved: To keep making New Year’s resolutions
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The clock is ticking once again to a New Year, and millions of Americans are right now making promises they probably won’t keep. Studies show most New Year’s resolutions (such as getting into shape, or eating more healthily) are bound to fail. But did you know we’ve been failing at them for thousands of years?
Candida Moss, a historian and professor of theology at the University of Birmingham, says annual attempts at self-improvement are as old as the celebrating of New Year’s itself. “Even if we go very far back in history, we can find people trying to kind of orchestrate a fresh start at the New Year’s through resolutions,” she said. “The ancient Babylonians had a big celebration, almost two weeks long, where they celebrated the New Year around springtime in March or April. And they would make resolutions. And they were small – pay off small debts, small vows about better behavior. And the Romans would do the same thing.”
In 46 B.C., Julius Caesar created a new Roman calendar that started the New Year on the first day of January. January was named for the Roman god Janus, whose two faces look both forward and back. According to Moss, “That’s really important for how we think about New Year’s as a kind of taking stock and starting again.”
But were these traditions about making people happy, or making the gods happy? “These are primarily about making the gods happy,” Moss said. “And that’s really what New Year’s is about; it’s a kind of supernatural spring cleaning.”
Over the centuries, traditions changed. For many in the West, New Year’s lost much of its religious significance. The advent of electricity helped turn the celebration into a nighttime affair, complete with champagne toasts and midnight kisses.
But through it all, the ritual of the New Year’s resolution remains.
Back in 2008, my old friend and “Sunday Morning” colleague Nancy Giles and I revealed our own resolutions to the viewing public.
- From the archives: Nancy Giles’ New Year’s resolutions revolution (YouTube video)
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We got together fifteen years later to see how they held up!
I loved my resolutions so much I had the same three for years!
- Learn to speak Spanish fluently.
- Read the Bible cover to cover. (I just can’t get past Leviticus.)
- Complete a back handspring unassisted.
So, how is my Spanish going? Asi Asi. I have not been to gymnasio for a long time, so the back handspring? I don’t know that it’s ever gonna happen now.
Back in 2008 Giles said, “Wouldn’t it be better to approach our New Year’s hopes very, very quietly, so that we’re all less humiliated when we don’t get there? I try to make my resolutions more specific, realistic, doable. Take salsa lessons! Throw out more paper!“
Today she reports, “I was worried. I was sure I was gonna say a lot of things that down the line I hadn’t done. But kind of being cool and being content with one’s life and living quietly, I can do that. And I can still do that.”
And what grade would you give yourself on your resolutions? “I’d say maybe a B, B-minus. The paper thing still, really … but I’m working on it!”
Moss said the kinds of resolutions we’re more likely to keep are small ones: “A psychologist will tell you, [take] small baby steps,” she said. “Don’t revolutionize your life just overnight.”
New Year’s is arguably the most optimistic holiday, and New Year’s resolutions – succeed or fail – have a lot to do with that. After all, there’s no chance you’ll achieve a goal if you never set one in the first place.
“I think everyone struggles with just the problem of not living up to the person they want to be,” said Moss. “And funnily enough, the whole system is based on the idea that you’ll inevitably fail, but it doesn’t matter, because there’s always next year!”
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A raid riddled with questions
Detectives on Wednesday night raided a printing press in the capital's Katabon area and claimed to have recovered crude bombs, petrol, gunpowder and over 52,000 leaflets calling for boycott of the election.
Raising questions about the recovery of the items, workers of Prime Printing Press alleged the DB team first drove them out and then conducted the raid.
Meanwhile, two other persons, including the caretaker of a nearby building, were made witnesses in a case filed after the items were recovered.
They, however, said they did not see what happened during the raid and were just asked to sign a paper by the detectives.
Md Liton, foreman of Prime Printing Press, said, "We didn't print the black and white leaflets that the DB seized. We don't know who kept those here … There was no question of explosives being kept here either."
He said printing black-and-white leaflets is costly for them as their set-ups can be used only for four colours, and so they take nothing but colour print orders.
"We have [printing] plates for every work. If we did print the black and white leaflets, there would be plates for those. The DB said they have recovered leaflets from here, but they did not find any such plates."
Before and after the raid, the Detective Branch arrested 11 BNP leaders and activists, including the president of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal's Dhaka University unit and central Krishak Dal joint convener. They were placed on a four-day remand each on Thursday.
According to DB, they first arrested three people, who were distributing leaflets at Nilkhet, around 10:30pm and then another eight after the raid at the printing press.
DB Chief Harun-or-Rashid, at a press briefing just after the raid on Wednesday night, said the arrestees were planning to sabotage the election by asking the public, through the leaflets, to foil it. They (the arrestees) were directed by several senior BNP leaders to do so.
According to the statement of the case, filed with New Market Police Station, DB raided the Prime Printing Press, owned by a BNP activist, at 11:05pm and arrested eight party members from there.
The detectives claimed to have arrested the first three, including DU JCD President Khorshed Alam Sohel, and Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal President Baha Uddin Nobel, with 260 leaflets in their possession while they were distributing those in Nilkhet area.
DU JCD General Secretary Ariful Islam, however, said the DB picked up Sohel from his home.
Later that night, the detectives hauled in eight others from the Prime Printing Press, detectives and witnesses said.
BNP Senior Joint Secretary Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, at a virtual press briefing on Thursday, said the DB is arresting their leaders and activists in false cases and the DB chief is telling one lie after the other.
"It's very unfortunate that decent leaders like Sohel and [Mehedi Hasan] Palash [a joint-convener of Krishak Dal] are being framed in a case for sabotage."
These are being done to diminish the opposition, he added.
The Daily Star spoke to at least 10 booksellers and tea-stall owners at Nilkhet who said they did not see distribution of such leaflets in the area.
Prime Printing Press is one of the four printing presses in Katabon.
At least 10 staffers of the four presses told this newspaper that the DB team entered Prime Printing Press and drove out all the people from inside.
About the eight "arrested from inside Prime Printing Press", the workers said no outsiders were there before DB conducted the drive.
Abdul Mannan, 59, an assistant machine operator of Anindya Printing Press, who was made a witness in the case, said, "We were preparing to go to sleep when the DB team came and asked us to leave immediately. No one was inside. We didn't see what happened during the raid."
He said the officers called him after the raid and told him to sign a piece of paper.
Another witness Ekramul Haque, 65, caretaker of the adjacent building, said he saw four arrestees in handcuffs outside the press after the raid and that he too was told to sign a piece of paper.
"I asked them [detectives] why I should sign since I didn't see anything. They said it won't be a problem."
Contacted, Mohammad Fazle Elahi, additional deputy commissioner (Dhanmondi zone) of DB, on Friday, told this newspaper they found the leaflets at Prime Printing Press.
"Even if they [Prime Printing Press] didn't print the leaflets, they might have been involved in supplying them."
He also asked The Daily Star to contact Humayun Kabir, deputy commissioner of DB's Ramna division, for comments.
Humayun did not respond despite repeated phone calls.
DB Inspector AKM Mahbubul Alam, plaintiff of the case, on, also on Friday, refuted the allegations made by the staffers and witnesses.
"They [workers and witnesses] are not telling the truth. What I said in the case statement is true. The DB chief and journalists were present during the raid."
However, a television journalist, who covered the event, told The Daily Star that all the journalists reached the spot after the raid ended. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/raid-riddled-questions-3506746 | 2024-01-01T03:49:00Z |
Italy, S. Korea support Kazakhstan's Tengiz oil field expansion project
"After pre-assembly of the equipment into modules, they will be sent to the Tengiz field for final assembly and installation. In the Italian city of Avenza, work continues to manufacture and supply gas turbine generator modules. Also, 12 modules were shipped by sea from South Korea," the field operator, Tengizchevroil informed.
It should be noted that more than 45,000 Kazakhs are engaged in the project to expand the Tengiz field. To date, more than 2,100 Kazakh companies have participated in the preliminary selection, of which more than 400 have received contracts.
Last year, production at the Tengiz field amounted to 28.6 million tons of crude oil, more than 1.3 million tons of liquefied gas, 9.2 billion cubic meters of dry gas and 2.5 million tons of sulfur.
Completion of new projects will increase production by about 12 million tons per year and the total production will reach 39 million tons. | https://en.inform.kz/news/italy-s-korea-support-kazakhstan-s-tengiz-oil-field-expansion-project_a3499270/ | 2024-01-01T03:49:03Z |
After missing four straight games due to a strained left calf, Miami Heat superstar forward Jimmy Butler returned against the Utah Jazz on Saturday. However, he played just 23 minutes before exiting with a right foot injury. Butler’s latest setback will cost him at least one game, as he has been ruled out for Monday’s contest against the LA Clippers.
Butler could be seen favoring his right foot during the second half of Saturday’s matchup against Utah. The six-time All-Star ultimately subbed out after colliding with Jazz guard Collin Sexton. He finished with just eight points, two rebounds, one assist and one block on 66.7% shooting.
The Heat were unable to recover following Butler’s exit. They lost 117-109 on the road, despite receiving a game-high 28 points and 16 rebounds from star big man Bam Adebayo.
Following Saturday’s loss, Butler’s X-rays returned negative, meaning he didn’t sustain a foot fracture. Nonetheless, the Heat will take a cautious approach with their oft-injured superstar.
Through 24 games, Butler is averaging 21.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 3-pointers per game on 46.4% shooting.
Also Read: What happened to Jimmy Butler? Heat superstar hobbles off court vs Jazz sparking injury concerns
How have the Heat fared without Jimmy Butler this season?
The Miami Heat (19-13) have fared well without Jimmy Butler this season. Over their first eight games without him, they have gone 5-3. In comparison, they are 14-10 when he plays.
So, their winning percentage with Butler sidelined (62.5%) is slightly higher than when he suits up (58.3%).
However, the Heat have a tough upcoming schedule with three more games left on their Western Conference road trip.
Additionally, they are slated to play their next six games against teams at .500 or better. This includes matchups against the LA Clippers (19-12), LA Lakers (17-16), Phoenix Suns (16-15), Houston Rockets (15-15), OKC Thunder (21-9) and Orlando Magic (19-12).
So, Miami may have difficulty maintaining its status as a top-five team in the Eastern Conference if Butler misses extended time.
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Money recovered from massive Vạn Thịnh Phát bond fraud to be returned to rightful owners: Govt
VIETNAM, January 1 -
HCM CITY — The police are scouring the country for over 42,000 victims of a massive bond fraud thought to involve VNĐ30 trillion (US$1.24 billion) by property developer Vạn Thịnh Phát.
They have been trying to reach the victims since early October to gather evidence in the largest fraud case in Việt Nam’s history, the one involving Trương Mỹ Lan, 66, chairwoman of property company Vạn Thịnh Phát.
Speaking at a press conference last week, Major General Nguyễn Văn Thanh, head of the Investigation Police Department for Corruption, Smuggling, and Economic Crimes (C03), told the victims: “Any money recovered from the company will be considered evidence in the case and returned to the rightful owners on court orders.”
According to C03 investigators, Lan’s company made 25 bond issuances worth $1.24 billion, all through fake companies, and sold to buyers through Saigon Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SCB).
The chairwoman of Vạn Thịnh Phát, who has a major stake in SCB, was found to be linked to these fraudulent activities, misappropriating funds and controlling the bank’s activities to obtain loans.
Depositors at SCB were the primary targets of the bond sales, making them victims in the case.
Specific details of the fraudulent activities have not been disclosed, as investigations are ongoing. However, it is obvious that the scale and sophistication of the fraudulent bond issuances have had far-reaching consequences for the victims involved.
The Police have identified the buyers of these bonds as victims but are struggling to identify them, and are urging anyone who holds bonds from the 25 issuances to come forward soon and provide information, documents and related contracts.
“Failure to do so may result in the bondholders’ rights and interests being disregarded.”
The victims have not received any interest or principal payments they were supposed to get through their accounts at SCB since the arrest of Lan in October 2022.
SCB has said all accounts associated with Vạn Thịnh Phát and its associate companies have been frozen by the police since October 2022, which is why bondholders have not received their payments.
SCB repeatedly said it is only an “intermediary involved in selling the bonds” to investors and “does not guarantee bond repayment.”
After the arrest of the chairwoman, depositors flocked to SCB to withdraw their deposits, leading to a surge in deposit interest rates at the end of 2022.
Nguyễn Thị Hồng, governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), had reassured the public, saying that all savings accounts, including certificates of deposit, are secured and guaranteed by the central bank irrespective of the circumstances.
Nevertheless, she refused to offer any guarantees for the bonds purchased through SCB by investors and declined to comment on the matter.
Trần Bữu Nữu, a police officer from Bình Thạnh District, told Việt Nam News that in early October an overwhelming number of victims came to complain.
Though the number has decreased in recent times, the police are still receiving complaints every day, which they forward to C03 in Hà Nội, he said.
Lan and 85 others, including top and mid-level managers at SCB, officials at the SBV and Government Inspectorate, and a State Audit official are charged with a variety of crimes.
According to the police, Lan did not hold any position at SCB but owned a 91.5 per cent stake in it, and between 2012 and 2022 received over 2,500 loans worth over VNĐ1 quadrillion (around $44 billion) from it, or 93 per cent of all the loans it gave, using a network of over 1,000 companies affiliated to Vạn Thịnh Phát.
She paid bribes to relevant authorities to conceal the bank’s precarious financial situation, including allegedly $5.2 million to the head of the central bank’s department of inspection and supervision, Đỗ Thị Nhàn.
Her company, Vạn Thịnh Phát Co., Ltd., operates in commerce, hospitality and real estate, and owns major projects and buildings in prime locations in HCM City.
C03 has said she laundered the money she obtained from SCB by buying large properties and transferring it overseas.
Two new cases are being investigated and there are over 100 suspects.
The investigation is ongoing and the outcome would be announced later, Major General Thanh said at the press conference.
Experts estimated it would take the Government three to five years to deal with all problems related to the Vạn Thịnh Phát-SCB scandal.
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The core disagreement between Pigou, the profession, and Coase in the analyses of the externality question – Demsetz
By Harold Demsetz (1996). My annotated study, below. My main finding is that by 1996, Demsetz had NOT ACHIEVED CLARITY on this issue, and many of his arguments make no sense. He still thinks that social costs might be real under certain circumstances. That changed by 2011.
Abstract
The source of disagreement between Pigou, the profession, and Coase in regard to the externalities is thought to be transaction cost. Coase shows that the traditional prescription for remedying externality problems can be wrong if transaction cost is positive. But Pigou did recognize that positive transaction cost played a role in creating externality problems even though the profession later failed to do so. The present paper documents this, and it suggests instead that the core disagreement was in Pigou’s willingness to rely on an omnicient State to implement policy and Coase’s refusal to do so. In a comparison of these two views, Coase’s zero transaction cost model plays a more important role than that commonly assigned it.
Introduction
‘The Problem of Social Cost’ (Coase, 1960) is R.H. Coase’s most cited and most influential work. It is noted for, among other things, demonstrating the importance of incorporating transaction cost into the analysis of externalities and into the analysis of markets more generally. This theme, that markets are not free, is also found in the classic ‘The Nature of the Firm’ (Coase, 1937), so that, taking the perspective offered by both works, transaction cost turns out to be important whether one is analyzing allocation through the price system or through the firm. Coase in fact views his emphasis on transaction cost as an important part of his work. Noting the unrealism of the zero transaction cost model that precedes his discussion of the positive transaction cost model, he interprets the former as only a device by which to lead the reader, as it were by the hand, to the more complicated analysis of the latter. The profession joins him in this evaluation, but I do not. Instead, I argue the following here:
- Pigou was not neglectful of transaction cost although he definitely failed to perceive its general analytical significance.
- It was not Coase’s observations on the importance of transaction cost but his ‘privatization’ of the externality problem that constitutes the main methodological advance in his work.
- Coase was guided toward privatization of the interaction between parties by his refusal to accept Pigou’s and the profession’s idealized State as a solver of the externality question.
The result of the above conclusions is to make Coase’s zero transaction cost model much more important in the debate about externalities than is suggested by the purely pedagogical role assigned to it by Coase. In this reassessment of Coase’s contribution, I take the validity of his demonstrations as a given.
Privatization and the responsibility issue
Prior to Coase’s article there was an unquestioning presumption as to where responsibility for externality costs (and benefits) should rest. This is true of Pigou’s initial discussion of externalities and also of the profession’s doctrine toward externalities at the time Coase wrote. The owner of the factory from which soot-filled smoke rises is held responsible, without question or analysis, for the increased cost of washing cloths in the neighboring laundry on which the soot falls. The owners of the ranch from which cattle stray to surrounding corn fields and of the railroad from which sparks fly are similarly held responsible for damage done to crops. This presumptive judgment made it difficult to recognize that the social value of the activities of the interacting parties might, in sum, be greater if the harmed party is left to bear the damages. If this possibility is not recognized, the inclination to take an analytical view toward the transaction cost variable is repressed, for the importance to be attached to transaction cost becomes apparent only on a genuine comparison of alternative assignments of responsibility.
The rationale for this asymmetrical approach is not in the neglect of transaction cost, but, rather, in a second implicit presumption made by Pigou and the profession — an omniscient and omnipotent government. The tax policy of an all-knowing, well-motivated state results in corrective adjustments for externalities that accord with the economist’s prescription; this obviates the need for considering alternative assignments of responsibility. The problem is analyzed as if the state is a perfect agent through which the blackboard plans of economists can be brought to fruition. Ignoring State-associated costs of errors, implementation, and improper motivation, rather than ignoring the cost of using of markets, is the root cause of the asymmetrical approach brought to the assignment of responsibility. As we shall see, Pigou’s analysis does recognize a positive transaction cost barrier to a market resolution of externality problems, but because he presumes an ideal state his analysis is nonetheless deficient. Coase does not adopt a state-devised solution in his analysis, and he is compelled to recognize a need for comparing alternative assignments of responsibility to private parties. He thus privatizes the externality problem. The comparison of private alternatives enters the analysis of externalities in a substantive way for the first time with the appearance of Coase’s article. [Sanjeev: No, Knight clearly showed that first, and ruled out any inefficiency]
However, it is not the privatized responsibility approach but positive transaction cost that is now judged as Coase’s primary theoretical innovation. This is because Coase’s analysis shows that resource allocation is unaffected by a policy toward private responsibility if transaction cost is zero. Positive transaction cost defines the context in which the responsibility issue is important if this is to be judged by impact on resource allocation. I shall argue below for another standard of importance, but the theoretical point involved here, that positive transaction cost is needed before the assignment of private responsibility makes a difference, cannot be deduced by a mind that has conjured an idealized state and obviated the need for considering alternative private responsibility solutions. Moreover, the more important quantitatively is transaction cost, the easier it is to argue against consideration of a privatized solution and for a Pigou-prescribed intervention by the state.
Responsibility in a positive transaction cost setting
If Pigou did not grasp the analytical importance of transaction cost, he did recognize that transaction-like obstacles to market solutions gave rise to the externality problem. 2 [FN 2: I discovered after completing this paper that Victor P. Goldberg (1981) had already uncovered the fact that Pigou’s did take note of the need for markets to be unworkable if private cost were to deviate from social cost. In his discussion of this, Goldberg even selected some of the same quotations from The Economics of Welfare (Pigou, 1960) that I favored for the present paper.] He writes:
“[T]he essence of the matter is that one person A, in the course of rendering some service, for which payment is made, to a second person B, incidentally also renders services or disservices to other persons (not producers of like services), of such a sort that payment cannot be exacted from the benefited parties or compensation enforced on behalf of the injured parties“. 3 [FN3: Pigou (1960, p. 183). (Note: References made to Pigou’s The Economics of Welfare are to the 1960 printing. This printing contains revisions adopted by Pigou in 1934.) It is not entirely clear from his discussion whether he rules out a market solution because of what we would now call transaction cost or because of the absence of property rights in some scarce resources. The absence of ownership in ‘common pool’ problems may be what he had in mind. Since the absence of property rights exacerbates the transaction cost problem, and would not be a source of inefficiency if transaction (plus information) costs were zero, we may interpret Pigou as recognizing, at least implicitly, that markets do not function without cost. As we shall see, his recognition of this is not incidental.] (Italics added.)
Pigou describes three sources of the externality problem. These are distinguished by the positions of the person(s) who suffer the consequences of an externality and those who, according to Pigou, cause it. One case refers to a theme of Marshall’s that discusses the advantages of subsidizing increasing returns industries and taxing decreasing returns industries. Marshall’s ideas about this no doubt motivated Pigou’s own thinking about externalities, but Marshall’s theme, which confuses pecuniary and non-pecuniary effects, is not of interest to the present paper. A second case involves non-pecuniary externalities in which the interacting parties are already engaged in exchange. Here Pigou raises a question as to how land use is affected by differences in the time horizons of renters and landowners. He discusses this question in a context where both parties are already involved in contractual negotiations involving the renting of the land. This context distinguishes the second case from the third. The third involves non-pecuniary externalities in situations in which persons are not already involved in contractual negotiations. Pigou, as an example of this third case, refers to the quantity of resources allocated to parks. Here the private provider of a park for his own use in the midst of a city is viewed as overlooking the benefits, such as freshening the air, that others derive from its existence.
In his discussion of the second case, involving land owner and renter, Pigou finds a potential externality in the discrepancy between the tenant’s interest in making improvements and the owner’s and society’s interest in having these improvements made. The tenant’s interest is affected by the period of his tenancy, but the owner’s and society’s interest extends over the full life of the assets to which improvements are or can be made. The tenant’s private return, because of this limited time horizon, is less than the social return, and results in too few or too short-lived investments. Pigou calls for legislation bearing on both owner and tenant to create better incentives for the making of these investments. His treatment explicitly recognizes that the divergence between the tenant’s and owner’s returns to improvements is “larger or smaller in extent according to the terms of the contract between lessor and lessee” (Pigou, 1960, p. 175), and in a footnote (Pigou, 1960, pp. 176-177) he mentions contractual arrangements that might mitigate the problem. He goes so far as to acknowledge that
“The deficiency of the private, as compared with the social, net product… can be mitigated in various degrees by compensation schemes… In its simplest form [this] consists in monetary penalties for failure on the part of tenants to return their land to the owner in ‘tenantable repair”‘ (Pigou, 1960, p. 177).
Insofar as tenancy is concerned, Pigou is clear that agreements struck between the interacting parties can reduce the difference between private and social cost. These agreements belong to the realm of the possible because owners and tenants are already involved in negotiating a contract, and this contract might be amended readily to take account of what we now call agency considerations. However, even in this case Pigou doubts the perfection of contractual resolution. He goes on to claim that imperfections of one sort or another in such contractual arrangements bar the complete reconciliation of principal and agent interests. His notion that government, though some law, can rectify the situation easily is naive in the extreme. Still, without using Coase’s terminology, Pigou writes of this situation as if it were one where positive transaction cost bars a satisfactory market-determined resolution of the agency problem. Pigou easily could have been brought to agree that market negotiations would completely eliminate the divergence in the absence of these contractual impediments, but he insists that these impediments are present in sufficient degree to cause a divergence between private and social cost. 4 [FN4: Surprisingly, after discounting without reservation the ability of private parties to negotiate an appropriate contractual solution, Pigou seems to have no doubt that the State can improve the situation without difficulty. What the State should and should not do depends not only on narrow economic doctrine, but also on the theory of political-bureaucratic behavior that is brought to the policy table. A demonstration of economic inefficiency is not sufficient to establish the necessity for political action. Sidgwick (1883) was aware of this distinction; although he was Pigou’s precursor insofar as he clearly recognized and described the externality problem, he explicitly rejected an automatic call for state intervention, noting that this might make matters worse.]
It is in regard to the third case of externalities that Pigou gives life to the traditional externality doctrine that was to evolve from his work. This is the source he has in mind in the first quotation given above, in which he refers to exchange between A and B that results in consequences for other parties. In this quotation, Pigou rejects the possibility of contractual arrangements by which to mitigate the divergence between private and social returns. Unlike the tenancy case, no contractual interactions between the externality-affected parties and A or B are already in place. For Pigou, this seems to rule out privately devised contractual improvements such as might seem plausible between the landlord and tenant who are already tied into a contract.
“It is plain that divergences between private and social net product…cannot, like divergences due to tenancy laws, be mitigated by a modification of the contractual relation between any two contracting parties, because the divergence arises out of a service or disservice rendered to persons other than the contracting parties. It is, however, possible for the State, if it so chooses, to remove the divergence in any field by ‘extraordinary encouragements’ or `extraordinary restraints’… The most obvious form…are, of course, those of bounties and taxes” (Pigou, 1960, p. 192).
He refers to private parks that improve a city’s air quality, investment in lamps at the doors of households, the light from which also illuminates the street, smoke from factory chimneys, and resources devoted to fundamental problems of scientific research, the perfecting of inventions, and improvements in industrial processes, all of a sort that they can “neither be patented nor kept secret”. He also refers to Sidgwick’s observation that “it may easily happen that the benefits of a well-placed lighthouse must be largely enjoyed by ships on which no toll could be conveniently levied”. A clever person might be able to devise pragmatic methods for joining the interests of the such parties through the device of market negotiations, and Coase (1974) has made the case that even the services of lighthouses can be and have been paid for, but clearly these cases do suggest prohibitively high transaction cost.
However, since prohibitively high transaction cost does not accompany all cases that fit the type three group, Pigou’s classification of type three cases is incomplete. Farmer—rancher and the factory—laundry interactions, for example, involve persons not already linked into landlord—tenant types of contracts but do not obviously involve transacting cost so high as to bar negotiations between the parties. That third parties are not already involved in pertinent negotiations, as they are in landlord—tenant type situations, carries no implication that it would be very costly to bring them into relevant negotiations. Because cases such as these are not discussed by Pigou, we may surmise either that he overlooked real possibilities of using markets to resolve externality-type problems or that he meant to be theorizing specifically about situations in which transaction costs are prohibitively high.
The importance of transaction cost, even at the superficial level of the recognition given to this cost by Pigou, ceased to be noticed at all in the professional view that prevailed when Coase wrote. The Meade (1952) modeling of the interaction between a bee keeper and an apple grower may be a major reason the profession lost sight of positive transaction cost, for the model presumed the lack of a market without justifying the presumption. The bee—apple situation was not described in a manner that would seem to convert it into a public good fraught with free rider problems, yet Meade assumed the absence of a price linking the apple grower’s activities to the bee-keeper’s activities. Meade’s discussion offers a good example of the dangers inherent in what Coase has called ‘blackboard economics’. Had Meade investigated bee keeping and apple growing, he would have discovered not only that there could be a market link between these activities, but that the market actually existed. 5 [FN5: The factual resolution of the problem is discussed by Cheung (1973) and Johnson (1973).]
Pigou’s greater awareness of the significance of transaction cost makes it tempting to believe that his view, unlike the post-Meade profession’s view, is innocent of neglecting transaction cost. There is analytical significance to Pigou’s recognition of the difficulty in making payment [Sanjeev: i.e. transaction cost]. If nothing is done about an externality because the cost of market negotiations is too great, too much of the good that Pigou presumes to be the cause of the externality is produced and too little of the adversely affected good is produced. This is as compared to the efficient solution that Pigou believes the state can secure via its tax policy. One mix of outputs prevails in the absence of explicit corrective policy, and this is readily interpreted as the mix that results if the ‘offending’ party is not held responsible for the interaction. The second mix results if the offending party is held responsible and taxed accordingly.
But Pigou nonetheless fails to see the full significance of the responsibility issue in a positive transaction cost setting. His neglect is at least partly due to his extreme naivete in regard to the state’s ability to set the matter right. If he would have ruled out state action on grounds of impracticality or politics, or if he would have recognized that the common law offered potential corrective action even if the state did not act, he would more likely have been led, as Coase was, to consider the consequences of assigning responsibility to either party to the interaction. The possibility that the value of output is greater if responsibility is not assigned to the party producing the ‘offending’ good would have been more obvious. The hidden presumption of an omniscient, omnipotent state breaks this chain of investigation because it allows one to pretend that the ‘ideally efficient solution’ is easily obtained through state action. The conditions that must be satisfied by the state’s action, derived through pure blackboard manipulation of curves and symbols, was taken to be sufficient to demonstrate that policy could achieve an ideal solution. The costs of using the state were implicitly assumed to be zero.
Pigou thus fails to examine the analytical consequences of positive transaction cost even though he recognizes that barriers to negotiations blocked an efficient market solution from emerging. He does not deduce the best that might be achieved in the presence of high transactions cost, and he does not recognize that negotiations of some sort might be pursued by the parties after the state imposes its tax; these negotiations would undermine the ideally efficient solution that the tax was to have brought about (see footnote 8).
The profession’s 1960 view, of course, also exhibited this weakness, but, because it took no note at all of transaction cost, it failed to see that transaction cost is relevant to the existence of an externality. [Sanjeev: No, it’s NOT! It is clear that Demsetz had erred at this stage of his career, and realised his mistake by 2011] The externality problem was viewed by the profession as a technological problem, not a market problem. Soot from a factory changes the productivity of the laundry’s operation. No question was raised about what the laundry owner might do about this.
Responsibility in a zero transaction cost setting
The approach of the profession just before Coase wrote was to take note of the existence of efficiency-impairing interactions between production functions and to call for corrective action by the state. The possibility of a negotiated resolution simply was unrecognized. [Sanjeev: This is incorrect. Frank Knight had clearly privatised the two roads example, in which the price for the use of road woud be determined through the market process of tatonnment, which is basically a bargaining process] Stigler (1952, pp. 104-105), in the revised edition of his then influential text The Theory of Price, writes:
“[T]here can be real differences between the alternative product of a resource to society and to an industry or firm or, in Pigou’s terminology, between the marginal social product and the marginal private product. A bundle of productive services may add $10 to the receipts of the firm, this is its marginal private product. If in addition it causes a loss to others of $3 (perhaps by contaminating a stream), its marginal social product is only $7”.
“…Some of the disharmonies between private and social product are large and important, and they are dealt with by a variety of techniques such as taxes and subsidies, dissemination of information, and the police power (for example, zoning)”. [Sanjeev: this is seriously loose thinking!]
The article ‘Anatomy of Market Failure’ (Bator, 1958) is the only treatment I have uncovered that mentions costs that are the equivalent of transaction cost, but like Pigou, he shows no appreciation for how transaction cost can undermine the traditional externality doctrine. [Sanjeev: Not really – the “externality doctrine” was entirely false from day 1. You can’t undermine something that’s already blatantaly false]
“In its modern version, the notion of external economies…belongs to a more general doctrine of ‘direct interaction’… Such interaction…consists in interdependencies that are external to the price system, hence unaccounted for by market transactions” (Bator, 1958, p. 358).
“This is what I would call an ownership externality. [Sanjeev: one more empty box] It is essentially Meade’s ‘unpaid factor’ case. Non-appropriation, divorce of scarcity from effective ownership, is the binding consideration. Certain ‘goods’ (or ‘bads’) with determinate non-zero shadow-values are simply not attributed. It is irrelevant here whether this is because the lake where people fish happens to be in the public domain, or because ‘keeping book’ on who produces, and who gets what, may be impossible, clumsy, or costly in terms of resources. For whatever legal or feasibility reasons, certain variables, which have positive or negative shadow value are not ‘assigned’ axes” (Bator, 1958, p. 364).
“In the end, however,…it is not easy to think of many significant ‘ownership externalities’ pure and simple. Yet it turns out that only this type of externality is really due to nonappropriability” (Bator, 1958, p. 365).
Coase attributed the profession’s incorrect analysis of the externality problem to the strong tendency of economists to analyze allocation problems with a mind set that implicitly treated markets as free to use, but I think this is not quite an accurate depiction. If they had taken markets to be free, they might have seen that productivity interactions do not defeat an efficient resource allocation. What is true of the profession’s mind set is that it simply ignored the market interactions that would arise as a result of these productivity interactions, and it did so, like Pigou, because of the appeal to blackboard intervention by an idealized state. The wearing of this particular set of blinders is consistent with Pigou’s inability to translate the existence of barriers to negotiation, clearly perceived by him, into a correct analysis of the problem.
It is not surprising that Coase, who devoted much of his life to convincing the profession of the importance of positive transaction cost, should attach greater significance to his positive transaction cost analysis of the externality problem than he attaches to his zero transaction cost model. Indeed, from Coase’s perspective the zero transaction cost model seems to serve mainly the pedagogical purpose of bringing readers of his article to the point where they can face the responsibility issue in the context of the more complicated positive transaction cost world in which externality problems must be resolved. This, I believe, is Coase’s view of the role of the zero transaction cost model, and the model does perform this task. But the impact of this model goes well beyond pedagogy. More than does the positive transaction cost model, it challenges the political agenda of many of those who saw in the externality problem an important lever for an expanded government role in resource allocation.6 [FN6: Coase (1988, pp. 174-175) writes: “The world of zero transaction costs has often been described as a Coasian world. Nothing could be further from the truth. It is the world of modern economic theory, one which I was hoping to persuade economists to leave”.]
The externality question as viewed by Pigou and many of his followers did not stand apart from the question of the role to be played by the state in economic affairs. The rationale for limiting the economic role of the state is found in conclusions drawn from self-interested, competitive interactions of the ‘invisible hand’ variety. Smith’s debate with the mercantilists demonstrated the allocative power of the invisible hand. Monopoly offered one counter-argument to this demonstration, but monopoly rejects the applicability of competition, it does not refute logical deductions made from competition. The empirical significance of monopoly might be debated, but shortly after the turn of the century, and after Darwin’s writings, most economists believed competition could not be contained. [Sanjeev: This is the correct position, i.e. monopolies are created by governments and/or cannot exist in a free market] From this belief it followed, as a practical matter, that the justification for a larger role of the state must be based on grounds that logically could co-exist with competition. The search for such grounds seems to have been an important mission of Pigou. He devotes a prominent portion of The Economics of Welfare to the task of showing that competition does not automatically yield an efficient outcome. One short quotation follows:
“The source of the general divergences between the values of marginal social and marginal private net product that occur under simple competition (italics added) is the fact that, in some occupations, a part of the product of a unit of resources consists of something, which, instead of coming in the first instance to the person who invests the unit, comes instead, in the first instance (i.e., prior to sale if sale takes place), as a positive or negative item, to other people” (Pigou, 1960, p. 174).
The desire to reject the conclusions usually drawn from competition no doubt motivated many of Pigou’s followers also, and to Pigou and followers alike the externality issue must have seemed the ideal conceptual vehicle for accomplishing this mission. Externalities seem to be consistent with competition yet they undermine the efficiency conclusions drawn from competition. Markets for laundry services and for steel products can be competitive yet suffer from externality-caused inefficiencies.
Judged from this perspective, we may consider which of Coase’s two models —the positive and the zero transaction cost models — best approximates the notions economists held when judging the efficiency consequences of competition. Perfect competition requires that prices and technologies be known to all. [Sanjeev: No. I don’t see why such information is required. Hayek showed that all relevant information is captured in prices; individuals do not need the detailed information] This is reasonably interpreted to mean that buyers and sellers have access to information that would be unavailable to them if transaction costs were positive. [Sanjeev: Why!?] The perfect competition model is used to see how the price system solves the allocation problem. Accordingly, the exercise proceeds by assuming that prices of all goods are known [Sanjeev: No! only for the traded goods]. Transaction cost may be interpreted as a barrier to the universal possession of such knowledge, and, if so, as violative of perfect competition’s assumptions. Transaction cost, like monopoly, simply violates a plausible version of the competitive condition presumed to exist when efficiency conclusions are drawn, and, in this respect, is more a rejection of the assumptions than of the logical deductions drawn from competition.
The zero transaction model avoids this problem. If one were to represent the competitive economy by something like perfect competition, the zero transaction cost model is the more appropriate model by which to determine whether externalities allow one to reject theoretical deductions from competition. With very little difficulty, one can make and document an argument that the profession in 1960 was using externalities to undermine conclusions drawn from perfect competition. There is difficulty in doing this for Pigou because perfect competition was not a well-defined concept at the time he wrote. Whether his concept of competition did or did not resemble perfect competition cannot be determined. This is unfortunate, because a determination of whether the externality concept undermines the conclusions drawn from competition depends in part on a clear specification of what is meant by competition.
Not being able to decipher Pigou’s notion of competition forces us to adopt the profession’s 1960 view. If this view did not explicitly couch externalities within the perfect competition model, it relied on something very much like perfect competition. Assuming that perfect competition is the standard to which we have reference when discussing competitive resource allocation, it behooves us to analyze the externality problem by applying the Coase model that is most in agreement with the assumptions of perfect competition. This model is the zero transaction cost model, not the positive transaction cost model. The analysis is therefore kept much more in the relevant context of the theoretical-political debate by the zero transaction cost model. In the present discussion, this context is not one of pure science; it is not one of providing a theory to explain externality-related phenomena. Neither is it one of providing a positive theory of government action. The positive transaction cost model would be more appropriate for these purely scientific tasks, as would public choice theory. In the present discussion, it is logic that is it at issue, logic contained in a history of thought perspective of the great debate about the role of government. Empirical phenomena are not at issue. Fortunately, today’s debate about the role of the state rests more heavily on a positive science perspective. This involves positive transaction cost, but also much more.
The debate about externalities between Coase and those who preceded him, although it sometimes touches on actual behavior, especially in Coase’s recitation of court cases and legislation, is nonetheless more accurately described, surprise of surprises, as an exercise in blackboard economics. Is the validity of deduction made from the perfect competition model undermined by the concept of externalities? The zero transaction cost model allows Coase’s analysis to refute the ‘yes’ answer that the profession had been giving to this question. Social and private cost are necessarily equal if competition is perfect; there are no externalities.
Coase’s critics focused on the zero transaction cost model. Perhaps they did so because it offers the simpler and clearer analysis. One can say precisely what the outcome from Coase’s reasoning is if transaction cost is zero. This is a luxury not available to an analysis based on positive transaction cost. But perhaps, without critics realizing it, the zero transaction cost model became their favorite target because it represents the perfectly competitive situation best. By concentrating on the zero transaction model and virtually ignoring the positive transaction cost model, they acted as if they were prepared to accept the latter but not the former. They raised questions about the indeterminacy of a negotiated solution when this is made between two isolated negotiators (Samuelson, 1963), about the necessity for the interacting parties to be receiving enough economic rent to cover whatever their liabilities might be as a result of the interaction (Wellisz, 1964), and about the model’s neglect of long-run profit consequences (Calabresi, 1965). Their criticism of Coase’s article was rather exclusively concerned with his zero transaction cost model. 7 [FN7: Responses to these criticisms may be found in Demsetz (1972a,b,Demsetz, 1979)). Only one question that was asked pertained to the positive transaction cost model. Coase had claimed that both parties to a costly interaction should bear a tax or a liability for an interaction (externality) cost if transaction cost is prohibitively high, but his lack of clarity about what measure of the tax he had in mind led to confusion about this. This last issue aside, the overwhelming reaction of critics was to ignore the positive transaction cost model and attack the zero transaction cost model. The desire to preserve a role for the State is not the only ‘larger issue’ involved in the attack on the zero transaction cost model. Criticism of what were perceived to be ethical implications of Coase’s reasoning were raised by a few Austrian—Libertarian economists who cannot be described as favoring State intervention. Rather, their intent was to protect a particular view of the ethics of property rights. This sees legitimate rights as emerging from the mixing of effort with as yet unowned resources, and proponents of this view interpreted the conclusion of the zero transaction cost model as an assertion that the assignment of rights is a matter of indifference. No weight can be given to efficiency considerations by Coase’s analysis of zero transaction cost. Some economists, such as myself, might give great weight to efficiency considerations in the assignment of rights, and a good argument for a particular assignment of rights on this basis could be made if transaction cost is positive. Wishing to avoid such argument, critics chose to focus on the zero transaction cost model. The expression, by economists such as myself, of indifference in regard to right assignment in this case from the perspective of economics, was attacked as unethical (Block, 1977). Criticism came from those who viewed the factory’s issuance of smoke as an invasion of the legitimate property rights of the laundry’s owner. Of course, considerations other than externalities may influence how society does or should define rights, and in a broad inquiry into ownership these considerations should be taken into account. But the externality issue as raised by Pigou and followers was an efficiency issue, not an ethical one, and not one concerned with the legitimate origin of rights. To presume the existence of rights according to a not well-worked out theory of original mixing of effort with unowned resources is to presume away one of the central questions regarding policy toward externalities and, presumably, one of the central considerations of a grander theory of the ethics of ownership. How should the rights of the interacting parties be defined if the answer is to be determined solely on the basis of obtaining an efficient solution to a technical externality problem?]
The profession simply did not, and, I think, does not yet regard Coase’s positive transaction cost model as a serious attack on the state’s involvement in the resolution of externality problems. The recognition that transaction cost is positive might aid the state in its formulation of policy, as might recognition of the imperfection of the state as a tool for allocating resources. But in truth, the positive transaction model is not an attack on the principle of state involvement. Transaction cost blocks interacting parties from privately negotiating a solution that takes full account of the externality. Coase’s analysis of positive transaction cost made it clear that error can result from a policy that treated the choice of the responsible party in ad-hoc fashion, but this error can be avoided if the state’s policy is modified so as to take the responsibility issue and transaction cost seriously. One consequence of this would be to move analyses away from blackboard economics toward an examination of fact. Investigation of fact, however, is a time-honored activity of the State. Those who wished the State to become more involved in the economy could see no serious threat emanating from Coase’s positive transaction cost analysis, for Coase’s analysis, as distinct from expressions of his belief in this regard, was not an attack on the state as a problem solving institution. His analysis calls for more careful comparison of alternatives, but it does not demonstrate the superiority of the market over the state in making this comparison. Analyses impugning the state’s motivation and ability spring from different literatures, but mainly those emanating from Buchanan, Tullock, and Stigler.
The zero transaction cost model, on the other hand, leaves no room for special State intervention. The function of the State is reduced to and remains that of defining and enforcing property rights, tasks that are already endorsed by laissez faire policy. The zero transaction cost model allows the perfect competition model to resolve would-be externality problems in the same way that it resolves resource allocation problems generally — through markets. Efficiency results from a clear definition of ownership rights. Moreover, as Coase shows, serious consideration of the responsibility issue reveals, if transaction cost is zero, that efficiency results no matter which party is held responsible for a costly interaction. No opportunity for government action beyond that of defining property rights is created, as the same output mix results from either assignment of responsibility by the legal system. The case for laissez-faire in the blackboard economics debate that characterizes the history of thought on this topic is not weakened by the costly interactions between activities; there is no barrier to a market accounting of all costs and benefits. The state cannot be brought to the externality question not by a logic that shows it can improve resource allocation. The logic that progresses from competition to efficiency remains intact and becomes much more clear in the externality problem because of Coase’s zero transaction cost model. This forces a comparison between the solutions offered by Pigou and the profession, implicitly relying as they do on an idealized state, and the solutions offered by a market that is comparably idealized. The mythical state must not be compared to actual markets in which negotiations and information are costly; nor should the mythical perfect market be compared to actual political institutions. In a comparison between idealized market and idealized state, there is no intervention by the state that results in an efficiency improvement over what the market achieves in the zero transaction cost case. If both idealized market and the idealized state are analyzed correctly, this is the only conclusion that can be reached. The choice between market and state then rests on considerations of freedom and wealth distribution. 8 [FN8: Policy proposals put forward to guide state intervention sometimes analyzed these idealized alternatives incorrectly. This is particularly true for tax policy. The idealized market achieves an efficient allocation of resources, so the correct policy for the state is to refrain from levying a tax. But, since the efficient allocation generally involves some positive amount of soot, of sparks, or of cattle, and some damage to neighboring activities, it is easy to slip into the mistake of prescribing a tax to be levied on ‘the responsible party’, such tax seeking to force this party to take the damage to neighboring activities into account when deciding how much of its own good to produce. This leads to inefficiently small output of its own good and too much output of goods from neighboring activities.]
The comparison of actual market and actual state is, of course to be preferred, but this is not the way the externality problem has been put historically. Moreover, such a comparison is difficult to achieve because we have only begun to treat public choice and positive transaction problems seriously. I attempt no such a comparison here. My intent is only that of setting before the reader a somewhat different interpretation of history of thought aspects of this great debate. If we are to judge the importance of a contribution by how much it impacts this debate, a higher mark than is usually awarded is merited by Coase’s zero transaction cost model. 9 [FN9: Adopting this history of thought perspective, we may conclude with an observation about the appropriateness of the three assumptions that underlie the zero transaction cost model. Transaction cost, or at least its information cost component, should be zero if we are debating the perfect competition model. Income or wealth effects should be ignored; these have nothing to do with allocative efficiency. And, of course, the markets in which parties negotiate externalities should be competitive.]
References
Bator, F., 1958, The anatomy of market failure, Quarterly Journal of Economics, 351.
Block, W., 1977, Coase and Demsetz on private property rights, Journal of Libertarian Studies, Spring,
Calabresi, G., 1965, The decision for accidents: An approach to nonfault allocation of costs, Harvard Law Review, 713.
Cheung, Steve N.S., 1973, The fable of the bees: An economic investigation, Journal of Law and Economics, April, 11.
Coase, R.H., 1937, The nature of the firm, Economica, 4. | https://www.sabhlokcity.com/2023/12/the-core-disagreement-between-pigou-the-profession-and-coase-in-the-analyses-of-the-externality-question-demsetz/ | 2024-01-01T03:49:06Z |
Dayton vs. UMass Women's Basketball Predictions & Picks - January 2
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 9:38 PM EST|Updated: 1 hour ago
Tuesday's contest between the Dayton Flyers (6-7) and UMass Minutewomen (2-11) going head-to-head at William D. Mullins Center has a projected final score of 69-65 (according to our computer prediction) in favor of Flyers, who is listed as a small favorite by our model. The game will tip off at 5:00 PM ET on January 2.
The Flyers are coming off of a 70-42 loss to Duquesne in their last outing on Saturday.
Dayton vs. UMass Game Info
- When: Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET
- Where: William D. Mullins Center in Amherst, Massachusetts
- How to Watch on TV: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
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Dayton vs. UMass Score Prediction
- Prediction: Dayton 69, UMass 65
Dayton Schedule Analysis
- When the Flyers defeated the Wichita State Shockers, who are ranked No. 215 in our computer rankings, on November 25 by a score of 74-63, it was their signature victory of the season thus far.
- The Flyers have tied for the 40th-most Quadrant 1 losses in the country (three).
- Based on the RPI, the Minutewomen have three losses against Quadrant 3 teams, tied for the 43rd-most in the country.
- Dayton has three losses to Quadrant 4 teams, tied for the 42nd-most in the nation.
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Dayton 2023-24 Best Wins
- 74-63 over Wichita State (No. 215) on November 25
- 75-54 over Stetson (No. 294) on November 24
- 73-60 on the road over Miami (OH) (No. 305) on December 9
- 75-74 at home over SIU-Edwardsville (No. 310) on November 20
- 91-73 at home over Lindenwood (MO) (No. 338) on November 12
Dayton Leaders
- Arianna Smith: 9.1 PTS, 11.2 REB, 1.1 STL, 56 FG%
- Ivy Wolf: 11.3 PTS, 1.2 STL, 34.1 FG%, 38.7 3PT% (29-for-75)
- Mariah Perez: 8 PTS, 44.9 FG%
- Destiny Bohanon: 9.8 PTS, 33.1 FG%, 24.5 3PT% (13-for-53)
- Anyssa Jones: 8.8 PTS, 37.2 FG%, 17.4 3PT% (4-for-23)
Dayton Performance Insights
- The Flyers' -64 scoring differential (being outscored by 4.9 points per game) is a result of putting up 65.9 points per game (188th in college basketball) while giving up 70.8 per contest (301st in college basketball).
- At home, the Flyers average 68.3 points per game. On the road, they score 59.6.
- At home, Dayton gives up 70.7 points per game. Away, it concedes 76.
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Rizvi to be brought to justice soon
The Additional Commissioner of the Detective Branch of police Harun Or Rashid yesterday said they were looking for BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi.
"Rizvi announced various movements. Then sabotage activities were done in the name of the movement," he said while talking to reporters at Minto Road.
Harun said voting is a democratic right of the people.
"Rizvi is discouraging voters from going to polling stations. There are several other allegations against Rizvi and he will be brought to justice soon," said the DB chief.
"We have arrested many big leaders against whom there was a case. Rizvi is wanted, we are looking for him and he will also be brought under the law soon. There are several cases against him," he added. | https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/crime-justice/news/rizvi-be-brought-justice-soon-3507856 | 2024-01-01T03:49:08Z |
The LA Lakers faced another setback as Rui Hachimura left their match against the New Orleans Pelicans early on Sunday. According to reports, the Lakers forward sustained a strain in his left calf.
The moment of Hachimura's calf strain wasn't apparent, but he started clutching his left calf before being substituted out after a seven-minute stint in the first quarter.
The Lakers shortly announced that the forward had strained his left calf and would not return to the game. He finished with four points, one rebound, one assist, and one steal.
The Lakers lost the game, 129-109. D’Angelo Russell and Cam Reddish did not play in the game due to injuries.
Hachimura has missed a total of nine games this season due to various injuries, including wrist and nose injuries, as well as a concussion. He was recently inserted into the Lakers’ starting lineup, and coach Darvin Ham said the Japanese player was supposed to be a starter for the “foreseeable future.”
“I think this lineup that you see tonight we’re going to stick with for the foreseeable future,” Ham said pre-game (via Bleacher Report).
Now, those plans are in jeopardy as a calf strain could mean multiple missed games for Hachimura.
The Lakers have only won three of their 11 games since winning the In-Season Tournament championship against the Indiana Pacers.
When can Rui Hachimura return?
According to sports injury analyst Dr. Evan Jeffries, the duration of Rui Hachimura's absence hinges on the severity of his calf strain.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Jeffries outlined potential timelines, explaining that a Grade I strain may necessitate a one-to-two-week recovery, a Grade II could result in a three-to-six-week absence, and a Grade III strain might extend the recovery period to at least 12 weeks.
Following the Pelicans game, Ham expressed a "high level" of concern within the team regarding Hachimura's injury.
The Lakers will enjoy a brief break before their next game against the Miami Heat on Wednesday.
Rui Hachimura's season stats
Rui Hachimura has only been a starter in five of the 24 games he appeared in this season. He is averaging 11.9 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 24.1 minutes per game.
The 25-year-old is shooting an efficient 48.5% from the field, and his 3-point shooting numbers jumped from 31.9% last season to 36.8%.
He is eighth in the Lakers in minutes played and fifth in points per game.
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