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KASE day session: USDKZT_TOM = 380.25
Based on results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TOM) made KZT380.25 per US dollar at the trades volume of USD141,700 th.;
- on US dollar with settlements Т+0 and T+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- weighted average euro rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (EURKZT_TOD) made KZT438.10 per euro at the trades volume of EUR100 th.;
- on euro with settlements T+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in US dollars no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made KZT5.8125 per ruble at the trades volume of RUB16,000 th.;
- on Russian ruble with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on Chinese yuan with settlements Т+1 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
Weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT380.06 per dollar (KZT-0.45), the total volume of trades - USD196,750 th. (USD+135,650 th.).
Weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT5.8125 per ruble (KZT+0.0458), the total volume of trades - RUB16,000 th. (RUB-2,000 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on USDKZT_0_001 weighted average yield made up +5.9454 % per annum at the trades volume of USD31,500 th.;
- on USDKZT_0_002 weighted average yield made up +6.8364 % per annum at the trades volume of USD343,000 th.;
- on EURKZT_0_001 and EURKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on RUBKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up 8.7500 % APR and the ask made up 7.2500 % APR;
- on RUBKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent, the KASE's press service reports. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kase-day-session-usdkzt_tom-380-25_a3493665/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:02Z |
Pakistan's ex-PM Yousuf Raza Gilani says no govt can be formed without PPP's support
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Pakistan's former prime minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Sunday that no government can be formed at the centre without the support of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) as the country goes to the general elections on February 8.
"Let me tell you one thing, no government can be formed (in Islamabad) without the support of the PPP," Gilani said while addressing a press conference in Multan.
"The PPP (led by former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari) is the only ideological party in Pakistan. Its sacrifices for human rights, upholding the Constitution, the rule of law, women empowerment, and minority rights are in front of everyone. You have seen that no other family has rendered more sacrifices in the subcontinent than the Bhutto family," he was quoted as saying by the Dawn newspaper.
Responding to a question, the senior PPP leader said that it was the Election Commission of Pakistan's responsibility to hold free and fair polls.
"I feel there should be a level playing field for all (parties) in the elections and no one should be given a preference," he said, in an apparent reference to former premier Nawaz Sharif and his Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N).
Commenting on the many objections the ECP raised on candidates' nomination papers, Gilani said: "Our party has given its stance, even Bilawal Bhutto sahib has. He also spoke of a level playing field. […] The returning officer has raised objections on some nomination papers. Now we have to see what their legal team is working on." During his interaction with the media, Gilani was also asked about the rejection of the nomination papers of PTI leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi.
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CHRISTIANSTED — President Joe Biden visited a St. Croix church on Saturday – his first public siting since beginning his relaxing American Caribbean vacation three days earlier.
Photos show Biden surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents leaving Holy Cross Catholic Church in Christiansted, waving to onlookers and reporters without answering any questions after attending a 4 p.m. mass.
Biden landed in St. Croix on Wednesday where he is staying free of charge at the beachfront home of wealthy friends Bill and Connie Neville — a trip that comes as New York City and other major cities have become overrun by migrants coming across the southern border.
It was the first time the president was sighted since beginning his St. Croix vacation. Main photo by AFP; above photo by REUTERS.
House Republicans have predictably criticized the break as the country continues to battle an unprecedented border crisis, ripping the well-earned holiday rest as a “dereliction of duty.”
Others also weighed in on X.
“As our country is being invaded he fakes Catholicism,” scorched one critic. “Thanks for the update on this #American President.” | https://vifreepress.com/2023/12/biden-makes-first-public-appearance-on-st-croix/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:03Z |
How to Collect & Measure Brand Recognition Data
When someone says “hamburger,” you think of McDonald’s. When someone says “coffee,” you think of Starbucks. And a full 94% of the world’s population can instantly recognize the Coca-Cola logo.
Regardless of how you personally feel about their offerings, these companies are synonymous with the products they sell. Why? Because they’ve used brand recognition data to build some of the most recognizable brands on Earth.
How can you achieve the same level of recognition for your brand? Here are three simple ways to measure brand awareness.
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1. Create a Brand Awareness Survey
The most logical place to start is by asking people directly how much they know about your brand. All you have to do is choose your target audience and fire away.
As you create your survey questions, think about the specific data you hope to collect. For example, do you want to measure brand awareness or brand recognition? Do you want to see if your audience knows what your brand does, or are you more interested in learning what they think of your products?
2. Check Your Social Media Metrics
The following you build in social media is a fairly accurate representation of how many people know (and like) your brand. Social media is an incredibly powerful marketing tool because it brings customers into contact with your brand on a regular basis.
Take a look at, not just the number of followers you have, but also the reach of your posts. How many people are actually viewing and interacting with your content? What times of days are they most likely to be active online?
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3. Get Familiar With Google Trends
As a busy business owner, you don’t have time to roam the internet all day looking for mentions of your brand. That’s why Google invented a free competitive analysis tool that does this for you.
Google Trends helps you to better understand what your audience is interested in and wondering about. The results are updated in real-time so you’ll know exactly who’s talking about you and when. Using this data, you can determine whether these mentions are decreasing or increasing over time.
This tool is especially helpful for businesses that rely on customers within a specific area. You can search trends in your neighborhood, city, county, or state to gauge awareness in your locale. Or, if you’re expanding, you can expand your search to view national and global trends related to your brand.
Building a Brand With Brand Recognition Data
As we’ve discussed, brand awareness and brand recognition are two different things.
If you’re struggling to gain traction with your target audience, use these tips to collect brand recognition data. Then you can use this data science to build a bigger and better following!
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Aljamain Sterling's viral grappling match on Dec. 30 has caused a good deal of mixed reactions on social media as fellow fighters chimed in with their opinions.
Following the Fury Pro Grappling 8 main event match, Sterling immediately protested the result in his post-fight interview with MMA reporter John Morgan. Sterling claimed that his opponent, Kevin Dantzler, did 'nothing' other than having 'another man drag his a** cheeks on the mat.
Upset after the loss, Sterling said:
"I don't know how they scored that. Another man can't drag his a** cheeks on the mat and think that's a win. Yeah, the sport is jiu-jitsu, but I guarantee you if this was a real fight my man would never do that s***. So why are we turning this sport into some type of weird spectacle where you can win a match off of your back doing absolutely nothing?"
While many fans and supporting fighters agreed with Sterling's opinion of a faulty decision, Matt Brown disagreed with the former champion's post-fight statements. Brown tweeted a response and said:
"I’m going to disagree with aljo here… BJJ is originally intended as an art for self defense but when you make it a sport then that’s what it is, a sport. Grappling/BJJ has become a true sport and doesn’t resemble self defense in many ways, and that’s ok.
"If you prefer the self defense aspect of it then there are rule sets that resemble that more closely (ADCC) but a “sport” itself has nothing to do with self defense it’s a game within a rule set. Point is, there is room for both imo."
A Brazilian jiu-jitsu brown belt, Brown has not competed in grappling matches as often as Sterling. At 42 years old, Brown could entertain the idea after his MMA retirement.
Who did Aljamain Sterling face at Fury Pro Grappling 8?
The result may not have been what he desired at Fury Pro Grappling 8, but Aljamain Sterling gained significant traction on social media for his Dec. 30 match.
In the main event of the UFC Fight Pass event, Sterling took on Brazilian jiu-jitsu ace Kevin Dantzler. Though his showboating would win over the crowd, Sterling would lose to the grappler by points.
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AP PHOTOS: Dancing with the bears lives on as a unique custom in Romania
COMANESTI, Romania -- A small industrial town in northeast Romania may seem like an unlikely tourist destination, but Comanesti is where huge numbers of visitors from as far away as Japan choose to spend part of the winter holiday season.
They converge here to see an annual event that grew out of a millennia-old tradition in the Moldavia region: Bearskin-clad people of all ages, organized in packs, marching and dancing to the deafening sound of drums in several rows of gaping jaws and claws.
The Dancing Bears Festival, as the custom has become known, starts in the days before Christmas and ends with a spectacular finale in Comanesti on Dec. 30. Some of the “bears” jokingly growl or mock an attack on spectators.
The bearskins the dancers wear, which can weigh as much as 50 kilograms (110 pounds), are passed on from generation to generation. The packs carefully guard the methods they use to keep the furs in good condition and ready to wear the next year.
One of the more established groups is the Sipoteni Bear Pack, named after a neighborhood of Comanesti, where its founder, Costel Dascalu, was born. It has up to 120 members, some who started participating at age 3.
“My children, Amalia and David, are already in the pack,” said Dascalu, who was 8 years old when he first danced dressed as a bear when Romania was still a communist dictatorship. Back then, he recalled, it was a much more low-key spectacle, with the “bears” only visiting private homes around Christmas.
Locals say the custom dates to before Christianity, when it was believed that wild animals guarded people from misfortune and danger. Dancing bears, therefore, went to people’s homes and knocked on their doors for luck and a happy new year.
While having their portraits taken, members of the Sipoteni Bear Pack shared with the The Associated Press some of their reasons for making sure the ritual continues.
Preserving tradition was a recurring theme. But some pack members said they get an adrenaline rush from wearing an animal’s fur, dancing to tribal drum rhythms and socializing with other young people in real life instead of online. Many said they feel they are briefly embodying a bear's spirit.
“I feel liberated, The bear frees our souls," said one participant, Maria, who joined the Sipoteni Bear Pack as a 5-year-old and is now 22. "I also connect to my departed father who introduced me to the tradition 17 years ago.”
Residents are happy that the tradition lived on as the region lost much of its population starting in the 1990s, when many people left to look for jobs in Western Europe after the fall of communism.
A 35-year-old, Marian, returns every year from abroad to dance with the pack she has belonged to since age 6.
“I hope our children will make this unique custom last forever,” she said. "I can imagine quitting anything, but I’ll never quit doing this” | https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/ap-photos-dancing-bears-lives-unique-custom-romania-106028365 | 2024-01-01T05:23:08Z |
Texas vs. Washington Sugar Bowl Semifinal Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread - Monday, January 1
According to our computer model, the No. 2 Washington Huskies will beat the No. 3 Texas Longhorns when the two teams play at Caesars Superdome on Monday, January 1, which kicks off at 8:45 PM. For our projections on the spead, point total, and final score, see the rest of the article below.
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Cuban Communists given the option of giving the gift that stops giving this holiday season
HAVANA (Reuters) — Cuba became the second country in the Caribbean and Latin America to authorize euthanasia, following Colombia.
The Communist-run country’s National Assembly passed the measure as part of legislation updating the nation’s legal framework for its universal and free healthcare system on December 22.
“The right of people to a dignified death is recognized in end-of-life decisions, which may include the limitation of therapeutic effort, continuous or palliative care, and valid procedures that end life,” the final draft of the legislation stated.
Euthanasia and medically assisted suicide, opposed by most religions, sparks huge controversy around the world where just a handful of countries allow the practice and some equate it with murder.
The Cuban Roman Catholic Church was not immediately available for comment.
At Havana’s Institute of Oncology and Radiobiology, the country’s leading cancer center, Dr. Alberto Roque, who has a masters in bioethics, welcomed the measure and said it established the “legal framework for future euthanasia in any of its forms, that is, active euthanasia or assisted suicide.”
There was barely a mention in Cuba’s state-run media that the government would approve the practice, and no public debate, though Dr. Roque said that would change as regulations were drawn up.
Outside the cancer institute, 47-year-old nurse Suaima Lopez, suffering from rectal cancer, said she favored euthanasia in case she or other patients did not recover.
“Families want to keep loved ones alive until the very, very last moment but one has to think of those suffering,” Lopez said.
“If only we could have a dignified death … at a certain moment when nothing can be done anymore … let me die peacefully, in peace and harmony,” she said.
Switzerland, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Canada, Australia, Spain, Germany, New Zealand and some states in the United States also allow euthanasia and, in some of these countries, medically assisted suicide where there is great suffering but no terminal illness.
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KASE day session: USDKZT_TOM = 380.52
Based on results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TOM) made KZT380.52 per US dollar at the trades volume of USD43,900 th.;
- on US dollar with settlements Т+0 and T+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in US dollars no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made KZT5.7464 per ruble at the trades volume of RUB7,000 th.;
- on Russian ruble with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on Chinese yuan with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
Weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT380.66 per dollar (KZT+2.06), the total volume of trades - USD63,850 th. (USD-5,900 th.).
Weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT5.7464 per ruble (KZT-0.0151), the total volume of trades - RUB7,000 th. (RUB-58,000 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on USDKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up 11.2500 % APR and the ask made up 5.7285 % APR;
- on USDKZT_0_002 weighted average yield made up +6.9525 % per annum at the trades volume of USD352,700 th.;
- on EURKZT_0_001 and EURKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on RUBKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up 8.7500 % APR and the ask made up 7.2500 % APR;
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The Ultimate Guide to Using a SWIR Camera
It’s a fact that there are things we can’t see with the naked eye. Certain levels of the electromagnetic spectrum can’t be seen, but with a SWIR camera, the impossible becomes possible.
Short wave infrared imaging, also known as SWIR, creates images based on radiation rather than relying on visible light. This makes it valuable in many sectors. According to Fortune Business Insights, the popularity of these cameras is rising.
Elements of SWIR camera applications are now being used to advance technology in business.
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How Does an InGaAs Camera Work?
The infrared wavelength of light falls in the range between 0.9 and 1.7μm. The photons are absorbed or reflected by an object, and this gives a strong contrast image with a high resolution in black and white.
To capture infrared, SWIR sensors are made from indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs). It’s a low-cost alloy that requires no cryogenic cooling. The use of this alloy is why SWIR cameras are also called InGaAs cameras.
Who Uses SWIR Technology?
SWIR cameras photograph the contents of a container without damaging the casing, and they catch aspects of the object that are often unseen. That, along with the high resolution of the images, is why it’s popular across professional sectors.
It’s used in many industries. Sectors that include agriculture, automotive, pharmaceuticals, surveillance and security, small animal imaging, and fruit production, to name a few. More and more, though, its value is being recognized by more of the production industry.
How to Use a SWIR Camera
The InGaAs camera isn’t only for photography in industrial professions. You can apply it to your personal and professional photography too.
Use the SWIR camera for astronomy and night photography. Because it uses radiation, it sees through whatever blocks your image. It infiltrates smoke and fire, making it the perfect camera for photographing natural disasters.
When working with low light and an obscured field of vision, having the right equipment is a must.
There are many types of camera lenses, but when you’re using a SWIR camera, it’s worth considering a SWIR-specific lens. They include an optical coating that deepens the image quality and the contrast.
Another element you should consider is lighting. SWIR illumination requires the best lighting to create high-contrast images, and as with all photography, finding the right light source is essential.
For InGaAs cameras, think of one that gives good coverage without harsh reflection. A SWIR-specific lighting system is a wise asset for your camera. Find the perfect InGaAs camera for you.
SWIR Camera Achieves More
If you’re in the market for camera options that can do what other types of cameras can’t, then you might be looking for a SWIR camera.
Do you need your new camera to perform specific functions? Maybe it needs to reach through obstacles that cover your view. Perhaps you require a camera that works in awkward lighting environments. If that’s the case, SWIR technology is one you should look into.
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CM Sukhu extends New Year wishes to people at Shimla's Mall Road
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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu extended New Year greetings to people and tourists at Shimla’s Mall Road on Sunday evening.
The chief minister was accompanied by his cabinet colleagues as he took a stroll at Mall Road and later visited the ‘Winter Carnival’ at the Ridge on New Year’s eve.
Enthusiastic New Year revellers thronged Mall Road and The Ridge, dancing to music as the city centre, illuminated with lights, gave it a festive look.
Later at a cultural programme at the ‘Winter Carnival’, Sukhu said the government is promoting tourism activities in the state and has organised the ‘Winter Carnival’ in Shimla for the first time.
Sukhu also stressed that a clean environment, lush green valleys and dense forests of the state attract tourists from far and wide, a statement issued here said.
He also thanked people for the support he received during the recent floods in the state, and said tourists are back in the state due to the collaborative efforts of the people and the state government.
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While Aaron Rodgers isn't with the Green Bay Packers, he has retained his strong ties with left tackle David Bakhtiari. After all, he protected the four-time NFL Most Valuable Player's blind side in-game for ten seasons.
Meanwhile, Bakhtiari isn't playing for the Packers in their Week 17 game because of a season-ending knee surgery. However, he's still paying close attention to the game and shared his reaction to a comment made by Sunday Night Football analyst Cris Collinsworth.
Aaron Rodgers' former teammate was surprised with what Cris Collinsworth said
David Bakhtiari must have been watching the Packers vs. Vikings game because of its playoff implications. The winner of this match can enter the playoffs by winning their Week 18 assignment.
Pulling off those conditions will send Green Bay back to the playoffs, where Aaron Rodgers has led the team as starting quarterback 11 times. But Cris Collinsworth caught Bakhtiari's attention when the analyst described a play made the Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens:
“When this guy hits the hole, it just feels different.”
Bakhtiari commented via his Twitter account, telling Collinsworth to chill because his statement didn't sound wholesome.
Rather than watching the game, Baktiari would have traded anything for an opportunity to play for the Packers. Unfortunately, injuries have shortened his campaign over the last four seasons.
After missing six games in his first seven seasons, Aaron Rodgers' former left tackle played only 12 games in 2020 and 11 in 2022. Worst yet, the former University of Colorado standout played just one game in 2021 and 2023.
His presence on the field would have helped quarterback Jordan Love to thrive and give the Packers a better record. Instead, they fight for their postseason hopes against their NFC North rivals. A Wild Card spot is the only way Green Bay and Minnesota can qualify since the Detroit Lions have clinched the division.
Who is Cris Collinsworth?
Before becoming Sunday Night Football's broadcast analyst, Collinsworth played eight seasons as a wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals. He played in two Super Bowls but lost to the San Francisco 49ers in both instances.
Like Aaron Rodgers and David Bakhtiari, Collinsworth made multiple All-Pro teams throughout his career. He started broadcasting as a sports radio talk show host in Cincinnati before joining NBC's NFL broadcast in 1990.
In 2009, he replaced John Madden as Sunday Night Football's color commentator. He still has this job during the Week 17 Vikings-Packers matchup alongside play-by-play announcer Mike Tirico, who replaced the legendary Al Michaels.
Collinsworth has a juris doctor degree from the University of Cincinnati and owns analytics website Pro Football Focus. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-aaron-rodgers-former-teammate-hilariously-trolls-cris-collinsworth-broadcaster-s-commentary-chill-cris-chill | 2024-01-01T05:23:12Z |
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 2 hours ago
Searching for info on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
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What Aaron Rodgers could not do, perhaps Jordan Love might. After the Packers' 33-10 win over the Vikings on Sunday Night Football, Green Bay has the advantage when it comes to the playoff spots. They know that if they defeat the Chicago Bears in the final game of the season, they will be through to the postseason.
It was similar situation that faced Aaron Rodgers last season. He needed to lead the Packers to a home win over the Lions to clinch a playoff spot. Instead, he lost and the Seattle Seahawks went to the postseasons. Jordan Love, though, has the opportunity to eclipse his more vaunted predecessor if he can guide his team beyond the regular season.
And that will be no ordinary boast for the current Green Bay Starer. He has eerily similar output to the person he replaced, who as a four-times MVP will surely make it to the Hall of Fame one day.
In 16 games, Jordan Love has a 63 percent completion rate, 3,843 yards, 30 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Aaron Rodgers, in his debut season over the same time span, had a 63.8 percent completion rate, 4,038 yards, 28 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. Their passer ratings, unbelievably so, were an identical 93.8.
This observation has the Packers fans feeling good about the future, whether or not they can make the playoffs this year.
Packers fans feel great about Jordan Love after win against Vikings as they compare him to Aaron Rodgers
Green Bay fans took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to state that Jordan Love is indeed the new Aaron Rodgers. It is a tough act to follow such an esteemed predecessor but Packers fans are in no doubt. Here are some of the selected responses from the social media platform.
Packers retain their playoff destiny for the 2023 season
For much for the year, it looked as if the Packers would not make the playoffs. But this latest win against the Vikings means Jordan Love can lead Green Bay to the postseason with a win against the Chicago Bears. One year after losing their franchise quarterback in Aaron Rodgers, this is a phenomenal return.
Love was the reason they were so good today as he had a 72.7 percent completion rate and a 125.3 passer rating. He threw for three touchdowns and no interceptions as he eviscerated the Vikings defense. Packers fans will hope that he can accomplish what Aaron Rodgers could not last year and defeat the Chicago Bears in the final game of the season to make it to the postseason. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-jordan-love-aaron-rodgers-reincarnated-nfl-fans-heap-praise-packers-qb-blowing-vikings-33-10-snf | 2024-01-01T05:23:14Z |
NEW ZEALAND — Auckland has become the first major city to ring in 2024, with thousands cheering a fireworks display sprouting from New Zealand’s tallest structure, Sky Tower, and a downtown light show.
This year’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are overshadowed by the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, which have cast a pall over festivities and heightened tensions across parts of the world. Many cities are deploying extra security and some places have canceled New Year’s Eve events altogether.
In Auckland, light rain throughout Sunday had cleared as forecast by midnight over the city of 1.7 million people before the countdown began on an illuminated digital display near the top of the 328-meter (1,076-foot) communications and observation tower.
Two hours later in neighboring Australia, the Sydney Harbor Bridge will become the focal point of a renowned midnight fireworks display and light show viewed annually by around 425 million people worldwide, according to city authorities.
More police than ever have been deployed throughout Sydney to ensure safety as more than 1 million people — equivalent to one in five of the city’s population — converge on the harbor waterfront for the best available views, state government authorities said in a statement.
Many revelers have been camping at the best vantage points since Sunday morning.
The waterfront has been the scene of heated pro-Palestinian protests after the sails of the Sydney Opera House were illuminated in the colors of the Israeli flag in response to the Oct. 7 attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas that triggered the war.
In New York’s Times Square, officials and party organizers say they are prepared to welcome crowds of revelers and ensure their safety.
At a security briefing Friday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said there were “no specific threats” to the annual New Year’s Eve bash, which is expected to draw tens of thousands of people to the heart of midtown Manhattan.
The celebrity-filled event will include live performances from Flo Rida, Megan Thee Stallion and LL Cool J, as well as televised appearances from Cardi B and others. Organizers said in-person attendance is expected to return to pre-COVID levels, even as foot traffic around Times Square remains down slightly since the pandemic.
Amid near-daily protests in New York sparked by the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, police said they would expand the security perimeter around the party, creating a “buffer zone” that will allow them to head off potential demonstrations.
“We will be out here with our canines, on horseback, our helicopters, our boats,” Adams said. Officials will also monitor protests with drones, he said. “But as we saw last year, after having no specific threats, we get a threat.”
During last year’s New Year’s Eve party, a machete-wielding man attacked three police officers a few blocks from Times Square.
Security will also be heightened across France on Sunday, with 90,000 law enforcement officers set to be deployed, domestic intelligence chief Céline Berthon said Friday.
Of those, 6,000 will be in Paris, where French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said over 1.5 million people are expected to attend celebrations on the Champs-Elysees.
Speaking at a news conference, Darmanin cited a “very high terrorist threat” because, in part, of “what is happening in Israel and Palestine,” referring to the Israel-Hamas war.
Darmanin said that police for the first time will be able to use drones as part of security work and that tens of thousands of firefighters and 5,000 soldiers would also be deployed.
New Year’s Eve celebrations in the French capital will center on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, including DJ sets, fireworks and video projections on the Arc de Triomphe, highlighting “changes in the city and faces of the Games,” according to the press service of the City of Paris. Other planned events include “the largest Mexican wave ever performed” and a “giant karaoke.” Local authorities have instituted a ban on the sale of alcohol on and around the Champs Elysees on New Year’s Eve, and the public will not be able to access the area with glass bottles and flasks.
The security challenge ahead of the Olympics was highlighted when a tourist was killed in a knife attack near the Eiffel Tower on Dec. 2. Large-scale attacks — such as that at the Bataclan in 2015, when Islamic extremists invaded the music hall and shot up cafe terraces, killing 130 people — also loom large.
In Russia, the country’s military actions in Ukraine have overshadowed end-of-year celebrations, with the usual fireworks and concert on Moscow’s Red Square canceled, as last year.
After shelling in the center of the Russian border city of Belgorod Saturday killed 24 people, some local authorities across Russia also canceled their usual firework displays, including in Vladivostok. Millions throughout Russia are expected to tune into Russian President Vladimir Putin’s New Year’s address.
In Muslim-majority Pakistan, the government has banned all New Year’s Eve celebrations as an act of solidarity with the Palestinians.
In an overnight televised message, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar urged Pakistanis to “show solidarity with the oppressed people of Gaza” by beginning the new year with simplicity.
Kakar said Muslims across the world were saddened over Israel’s attacks on Gaza that resulted in the killings of thousands of innocent people. | https://vifreepress.com/2023/12/new-zealands-auckland-is-the-first-major-city-to-ring-in-2024/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:15Z |
KASE day session: USDKZT_TOM = 380.98
Based on results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TOM) made KZT380.98 per US dollar at the trades volume of USD36,300 th.;
- on US dollar with settlements Т+0 and T+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in US dollars no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made KZT5.7673 per ruble at the trades volume of RUB13,000 th.;
- on Russian ruble with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on Chinese yuan with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
Weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT380.51 per dollar (KZT-0.15), the total volume of trades - USD61,100 th. (USD-2,750 th.).
Weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT5.7667 per ruble (KZT+0.0203), the total volume of trades - RUB18,000 th. (RUB+11,000 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on USDKZT_0_001 weighted average yield made up +6.3918 % per annum at the trades volume of USD106,400 th.;
- on USDKZT_0_002 weighted average yield made up +6.9780 % per annum at the trades volume of USD353,800 th.;
- on EURKZT_0_001 and EURKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on RUBKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up 8.7500 % APR and the ask made up 7.2500 % APR;
- on RUBKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent, the KASE's press service reports. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kase-day-session-usdkzt_tom-380-98_a3493278/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:16Z |
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -Saratoga Springs welcomed people to celebrate the start of 2024 with their three-day New Year’s Fest. It’s been called New York’s biggest New Year’s party north of Times Square by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.
More than 3,000 people were expected to participate in the festivities. Local businesses became involved with a mix of free and paid events.
“It’s a great place to be and we love to foster the community. It’s a very symbiotic relationship that way so it’s really great,” said Community Engagement Director of Death Wish Coffee, Eric Donovan.
Family-friendly entertainment was offered inside and outside of the Saratoga Springs City Center. The event was secured by the Saratoga Springs Police Department, State Police, and other agencies.
“We’ve been planning for this event for the last few months. We have increased our staffing around the clock for this event. We have increased our impaired driving enforcement,” stated Saratoga Springs Chief of Police, Tyler McIntosh.
Before the fireworks went off a little after 6 p.m., the band Tops of Trees made it their mission to wow the crowd.
“It’s such a community that supports the arts. Being able to play for this kind of important venue. People around here and people traveling all over the place. It’s an honor, truly,” explained Trumpet Player/Horn Section Leader of Tops of Trees, Alex Miller.
Partygoers shared some of their resolutions with NEWS10’s Anthony Krolikowski. “Come out to New York more often,” said Maddi Pirri from Texas.
“I’m going to try and run 1,000 miles in one year. Last year, I did my first marathon so I’m going to try and push it up a little bit more,” said Professor at Fulton-Montgomery Community College, Mark Swain.
As the clock prepared to strike midnight in Saratoga Springs, Chief McIntosh reminded everyone to celebrate responsibly. “We do ask everyone comes out and has a good time in Saratoga Springs. But, have a good plan to get home safely before you come out and we wish everyone a happy and healthy new year.” | https://www.news10.com/news/saratoga-springs-welcomes-2024-with-new-years-fest/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:17Z |
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Searching for info on how to watch all of the college football postseason action now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are upon here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all nine games involving teams from the Big 12.
Watch college football all season long on Fubo and ESPN+!
Big 12 Games on TV This Week
Get your fix this season by signing up for Fubo and ESPN+! | https://www.wsmv.com/sports/betting/2023/12/17/bowl-season-big-12-college-football-live-stream-60/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:20Z |
David Tepper is under fire for attacking visiting fans with a drinking cup during his Carolina Panthers' 26-0 loss at the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.
The incident has been met with widespread condemnation, especially given the owner's purported mismanagement of the franchise since acquiring it from the late Jerry Richardson in 2018. Mina Kimes has provided more proof that seems to fans' claims of him being one of the worst owners in the NFL.
Using her X/Twitter account, the veteran ESPN reporter unearthed this excerpt from a 2010 interview that Tepper had with New York Magazine, where he claimed he could do whatever he wanted with his wealth:
“I could buy an island. I could buy a private jet—but I have NetJets. I could get myself a 22-year-old! Sometimes, if someone is an asshole, like a waiter at a restaurant, I think, 'I could just buy this place and fire that guy.'”
Sportswriter calls David Tepper's antics against Jaguars fans a damning indictment of his tenure with Panthers
David Tepper's ownership with the Carolina Panthers is, as mentioned earlier, arguably one of the worst in recent NFL history. Beginning with letting go of offensive stars Cam Newton and Greg Olsen and cancelling plans for a new training facility, he has become anathema to sports fans in the region.
Shortly after the video of his act broke, Yahoo Sports' Charles McDonald said that this display of behavioral volatility matched his impatience when it came to the managament of his team. This has been best exemplified by a never-ending sucession of head coaches and quarterbacks and a (so far) failed attempt at rebuilding around rookie quarterback Bryce Young when he was still not ready:
"This was an illogical, rushed, emotional response that puts him and his decision-making under further scrutiny and gives partial context as to why the Panthers have been so dysfunctional the past few years."
However, if fans want to use this as a reason to force him out of ownership, then they have no luck:
"It takes a lot more than this for someone to lose their team, but this moment paints a picture of where this team is... everyone knows Tepper won’t or can’t face real discipline for this due to the power he holds."
Still, there is still hope that Tepper can atone for and learn from his mistakes:
"At some point, Tepper is going to have to stumble into success by mistake, even with his rash and hasty decision-making... The only hope here is that (he) will see this as a moment of weakness and make changes for himself that will make the Panthers a respected franchise again."
The Panthers end their season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Game details will be announced soon. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-mina-kimes-unearths-shocking-david-tepper-interview-panthers-owner-throws-drink-fan | 2024-01-01T05:23:20Z |
India will develop only if we discharge our duties honestly: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday emphasized that the development of India hinges on the honest fulfillment of one's duties.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday emphasized that the development of India hinges on the honest fulfillment of one's duties. Participating in Viksit Bharat Yatra with BJP National president JP Nadda in Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also administered the pledge of 'Panch Pran' to the people and said that for a better India, "we will have to get rid of the mentality of slavery, develop India, be proud of the heritage, work with unity and integrity, and have a sense of civic duty."
In the yatra organized on Ring Road, Buddheshwar, CM Yogi distributed certificates to the beneficiaries of various schemes of the Central and State Government. On the occasion, CM Yogi said, "Over the past nine and a half years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, we have observed the emergence of a new India, where comprehensive facilities are being offered to every citizen. Prime Minister Modi provided free housing facilities to 4 crore poor people in just nine and a half years."
"Additionally, facilities such as toilets, free gas connections under the Ujjwala scheme, and free ration are being provided. During the COVID period, free tests, free treatment, and free vaccines were also made available," he added. Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak, Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, Union Minister Kaushal Kishore, BJP State President Bhupendra Chaudhary, BJP workers, and other dignitaries were present in the program. (ANI)
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.) | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/2762508-india-will-develop-only-if-we-discharge-our-duties-honestly-uttar-pradesh-cm-yogi-adityanath | 2024-01-01T05:23:19Z |
GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Adirondack Thunder swept the Newfoundland Growlers with a 3-1 victory in front of 5,275 fans at Cool Insuring Arena on New Year’s Eve to remain in first place in the North Division. The Thunder finished with back-to-back wins and sellout crowds on the weekend.
Newfoundland took a 1-0 lead just 6:34 into the game as Grant Cruikshank fired a one timer by Jeremy Brodeur into the net. The goal was Cruikshank’s 13th of the year with assists from Zach O’Brien and Isaac Johnson. The Growlers took the one-goal lead into the intermission with the shots even at ten.
Patrick Grasso tied the game at one with his 13th of the year below the hash marks. Jace Isley set up Grasso and his one timer went through the legs of goaltender Dryden McKay at 5:38 of the second to tie the game 1-1. Isley and Travis Broughman were awarded the assists.
Just over five minutes later, Tristan Thompson walked into the right circle and sent a snap shot over the left shoulder of Dryden McKay for his second of the year. Zach Walker and Jace Isley were given the helpers at 11:46 of the second and the Thunder took a 2-1 lead into the third.
Erik Middendorf added an empty-net goal to seal a 3-1 victory. Jeremy Brodeur picked up the win with 23 saves.
The Thunder return home Friday against Maine at 7 p.m. and Sunday against Trois-Rivieres at 3 p.m. Fans can enjoy $3 Labatt Blue Light om Friday and Sunday is the annual Kids Day Game. Special kid-designed jerseys and a FREE postgame skate with the Thunder after the game! | https://www.news10.com/sports/local-sports/adirondack-thunder-complete-sweep-growlers-in-front-of-a-new-years-eve-sellout/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:23Z |
KASE day session: USDKZT_TOM = 382.00
Based on results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TOM) made KZT382.00 per US dollar at the trades volume of USD35,200 th.;
- on US dollar with settlements Т+0 and T+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in US dollars no deals were made; the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made KZT5.8226 per ruble at the trades volume of RUB30,000 th.;
- on Russian ruble with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
Weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT382.23 per dollar (KZT-0.51), the total volume of trades - USD68,000 th. (USD-7,900 th.).
Weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT5.8226 per ruble (KZT-0.0082), the total volume of trades - RUB30,000 th. (RUB+12,000 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on USDKZT_0_001 weighted average yield made up +5.7589 % per annum at the trades volume of USD15,700 th.;
- on USDKZT_0_002 weighted average yield made up +6.8509 % per annum at the trades volume of USD340,400 th.;
- on EURKZT_0_001 and EURKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on RUBKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up 8.7500 % APR and the ask made up 7.2500 % APR;
- on RUBKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kase-day-session-usdkzt_tom-382-00_a3494725/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:23Z |
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Iowa not struggling with bowl game apathy, Kirk Ferentz says the rest of the country is
ORLANDO, Florida (KCRG) - Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz was skeptical of the direction college football is going, pointing to a lack of interest - nationally - in non-playoff bowl games.
Though he also says it’s not a problem for his team.
“Concerned about how our thirst for the national championship race with all the focus going there with the public in the media it really diminishes of the other bowls,” Ferentz said. “Despite all the changes right now, I think there are still players out there that want to do it for the right reasons,”
The Citrus Bowl may not have the same importance to the outside world as it used to but at Iowa, Ferentz has instilled a culture of passion for bowl games, not indifference.
“Our first bowl game in 2001 was the Alamo Bowl,” Ferentz said and we wanted Bob Sanders. “It was like we won the Super Bowl. That was a really important game and important year for us. Those games do mean a lot, they mean a lot for the people involved, that’s why you play the game you play to go out and compete.”
For comparison, Tennessee has six starters either opting out or transferring. Iowa has one starter transferring and no opt-outs.
The excitement and near-universal buy-in for bowl games started in the early 2000s. Ferentz says it continues with the 2023 team, spearheaded by its leaders.
“We’ve been really fortunate to have a lot of good guys. It’s usually the guys in the front of the room.”
“We know bowl games are really like ‘what team wants it more?’ said senior wide receiver Nico Ragaini. “We can have fun on bowl trips, but when it’s time to play, it’s time to come out and get better. We have to be 100% focus on that and that’s what I see from us all the time.”
“Which really stems from Coach Ferentz and coaching staff and leadership on the team”
What’s most important for Iowa players seems to be getting to 11 wins, which would put them in elite company, with Iowa teams from 2002, 2009 and 2015.
“One thing we talk about a lot is how many Iowa teams have won 11 games,” Ragaini said. “To be a part of something like that is pretty special.”
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is one of the most marketable players in the NFL. The perennial All-Pro pass catcher is known for his talent and flamboyance off the field.
Hence, it shouldn't be surprising that Kelce is one of the players who make the most in annual endorsement deals. This article will examine Kelce's Pfizer endorsement, yearly salary, career earnings, and more. So, without further ado, let's get to it.
How much does Travis Kelce earn from his Pfizer endorsement?
Travis Kelce reportedly got a cool $20 million to endorse the Pfizer brand in various ways. The future Hall of Famer is the face of Pfizer in the NFL, and he represents the brands in their nationwide ads.
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Kelce's Pfizer endorsement isn't everyone's cup of tea, as evidenced by how Aaron Rodgers trolled him earlier in the season. Rodgers referred to Kelce as "Mr. Pfizer" on the Pat McAfee Show in a viral segment on social media. We're sure Travis isn't complaining as he smiles to the bank on a stellar endorsement from the brand.
Travis Kelce's annual salary with the Kansas City Chiefs
According to Spotrac, Kelce earns $14,312,500 per year with the Kansas City Chiefs. Kelce is arguably the best tight end in the league, and he is currently on a four-year, $57,250,000 contract with the defending Super Bowl champions.
Kelce's contract includes guarantees of $22,750,000 ($20,750,000 was guaranteed at signing). The future Hall of Famer is set to be an unrestricted free agent in 2026.
Travis Kelce's career earnings
Also, according to Spotrac, Kelce has earned $77,032,220 in his 11-year NFL career. Kelce has spent the entirety of his career with the Kansas City Chiefs, where he has built quite the resume.
The University of Cincinnati alum would have earned $107,282,220 by the time his current contract with the Chiefs expires. Kelce remains the torchbearer for pass-catching tight ends in the NFL and has earned a decent amount doing his job.
Travis Kelce's net worth 2023
According to Business Insider, Kelce is worth an estimated $30 Million. The Kansas City Chiefs superstar has earned most of his net worth from his NFL contracts. Kelce has also earned a decent amount from endorsements and smart investment moves.
Kelce is one of the most popular faces in the NFL, as he is one of the reigning Super Bowl champions. He's in a relationship with Taylor Swift and has had charisma for days, making him a marketer's dream.
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Join hands to rescue each other's struggling businesses. No? Here is an example
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Some bars and restaurants Caracas are offering an eight-hour tour
LAHORE/CARACAS (Web Desk) – Innovation is a skill that enables humans to face any challenge and survive through a disaster. The current economic crisis has been testing not only our nerves but also ability to manage the accounts. Story is the same across Pakistan and around the globe.
With a record-high inflation, businesses are finding it hard to stay open because of fewer customers – an obvious product of declining domestic demand or domestic consumption given that Pakistan can’t attract foreign tourists. Everyone is feeling the heat except those catering to the needs of elite and upper middle class.
Downsizing and pay cuts or freeze are the tools employed by businesses, which directly affect the people whose purchasing power is shrinking at an unprecedented rate with very few new job opportunities.
On the other hand, measures like discount offers are advertised to attract the customers amid an intense competition. Others, who focus on middle class or low-income groups, have decided to compromise on their quality, be it clothes or eateries.
What about joining your hands to rescue each other’s livelihood? Never heard about it Pakistan. But we have an example from Venezuela – an oil-rich country but a victim of geopolitics where inflation has been skyrocketing years before the pandemic and the Ukraine war, mainly due to the US sanctions.
According to Reuters, several bars and restaurants in Venezuela's capital Caracas are offering an eight-hour tour where customers visit each establishment in a bid to boost low sales at a time of persistent inflation.
The so-called "Route of Pagan Temples" takes diners through two restaurants and seven bars in the city in a tour which has been organized by the businesses involved.
"It's about rescuing the bars (...) giving these spaces a showcase so that they can survive," said Freddy de Freitas, owner of a Spanish food restaurant in Caracas' center which is more than 40 years old.
"The business activity of bars in this part of the city isn't what it was due to the situation of the economy," he added.
The government of President Nicolas Maduro relaxed control of the economy in 2019, allowing de facto dollarization which provided breathing space for businesses, though not a complete recovery.
This year, businesses have seen lower sales due to delays in wage payments and year-on-year inflation of 282 per cent.
The nine-venue tour starts in de Freitas' Spanish restaurant, where visitors can chow down on tapas including croquettes and potato tortilla among others, before continuing on to the other establishments in private transport.
The tour – which costs $80 per person – winds up in a bustling part of Caracas filled with street musicians.
"The route seeks to reconnect people with these places, to know their history, so that there's no gap between the east and west of the city, that there is only one Caracas," said Maxwell Briceno, a photographer and tour organizer.
One recent tour saw a number of foreign visitors join in the fun, according to Reuters witnesses.
"I have the opportunity to see this spectacle. It's wild," said German tourist Rafael Braumann. "The beer tastes good and there's music," he added. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/781530-Join-hands-to-rescue-each-other%E2%80%99s-struggling-businesses.-No?-Here-is-an- | 2024-01-01T05:23:26Z |
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* HRDC chairperson Trapence further claims the government is suppressing peaceful demonstrations
* And interfering with the media’s rightful role, and intruding into private expression on social media
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Social media commentators have questioned the morality of human rights activist Gift Trapence to accuse President Lazarus Chakwera and his Tonse Alliance government of failing to manage the economy and stifling people’s liberties.
In his end of year statement, the Human Rights Defenders’ Coalition (HRDC) chairperson accused the Tonse Alliance government of stifling civil liberties, which he said was a stark contrast to the promises made during its ascent to power.
Trapence further claimed that the government is suppressing peaceful demonstrations, interfering with the media’s rightful role, and intruding into private expression on social media.
But another human rights activist John Unandi Banda seemed to differ with Trapence, arguing that it is actually during the Chakwera-led administration that Malawians have enjoyed their rights to the fullest.
Unandi Banda said Chakwera, has over the past three years, reset Malawi’s human rights record by capitalising on the goodwill from Malawians and the global community.
“President Chakwera has repeatedly advocated for justice, equality and dignity for all Malawians irrespective of race, gender, religion, political affiliation and tribe, among others.
“Previously, and before the Malawi leader took over the government, Malawi’s human rights record sunk to record low on the back of human rights abuses and poor governance which led to many development partners freezing their aid taps to Malawi.”
Unandi Banda cited the year 2011 under the Bingu wa Mutharika administration when the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) withheld the US$350 million Compact Programme aid package over poor governance and human rights abuses.
He reiterated his call for President Chakwera to ignore destructive criticisms from disgruntled civil society organizations and opposition parties and he also wondered by CSO leaders and opposition parties do not approach the Head of State whenever they have suggestions and proposals on how the country can address its social and economic problems.
His sentiments were echoed by Chief Commissioner of the Islamic Commission for Justice and Freedom (ICJF), Shaibu A. Ajassie, who urged President Chakwera to distance himself from opportunists who are parading themselves as concerned civil society organizations (CSOs) and human rights activists.
Ajassie also condemned the tendency of certain CSOs and individuals who are allegedly ‘cooking up’ to tarnish the record of the incumbent government.
“I must repeat — it’s not all the pieces of advice that are worth taking. Some pieces of advice can break this nation. As such, I would like to beg you to use your wisdom to handle national matters. Take only the advice that resonates well with your agenda for transforming this country,” he said then.
In his reaction to HRDC statement, a Mzuzu-based social media commentator Lowani Chisi suspected that Trapence is disgruntled and frustrated because President Chakwera did not give him a position in his government as a reward for fighting the dictatorial rule of Peter Mutharika.
“I am made to believe that Trapence expected that Chakwera would appoint him a Cabinet minister. Probably, he could have sobered up,” Chisi said. | https://www.maraviexpress.com/governance-activists-question-trapence-morality-to-criticize-tonse-alliance-government/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:26Z |
AUS vs PAK: His Last Two Years Have Been The Best Cricket He’s Played – Marcus Harris Draws Inspiration From Usman Khawaja Ahead Of His Test Return
Jan 1, 2024 at 10:12 AM
Australian opener Marcus Harris stated that he takes confidence from seasoned opener Usman Khawaja in his career and expressed his delight at being considered for the opening spot in the team, particularly after the retirement of David Warner from red-ball cricket.
David Warner will retire from Test cricket after the third and final Test match of the Pakistan series. The left-handed opener will end his Test career as one of Australia’s most destructive and consistent batsmen in all three formats of the game. Marcus Harris is one of the frontrunners to succeed David Warner when he retires from Test cricket.
Speaking on Sydney Morning Herald, Marcus Harris said that he is pleased to be considered as the test opener following the retirement of David Warner and that he has performed consistently over the years to earn a spot in the Australian team.
“It does give me the confidence they have looked at me as being the next opener in line, I’d like to think I haven’t done much wrong for that to change. I feel like my performances over a long period of time have stayed consistently at a good level. I feel like I’ve done what I’ve needed to do,” Marcus Harris said.
Usman Khawaja replaced Marcus Harris in the Australian team following his incredible twin comeback hundreds during the Ashes 2021/22. The Veteran left-handed opener has been unstoppable since then, scoring the most runs over that time frame.
The Perfect Case In Point Is Probably Usman Khawaja – Marcus Harris
Marcus Harris believes he was not dropped because of his form and cited Usman Khawaja, who made a remarkable comeback into the Australian team through continuous performance in domestic cricket and was recognized for his excellent play in the last few years.
“You don’t lose belief because you weren’t dropped on the basis of form, That keeps your spirit up. The perfect case in point is probably Uzzie. You hear how in 2019 he thought he was done, probably never play again. His last two years have been the best cricket he’s played,” Marcus Harris added.
Usman Khawaja was recalled to the Australian team for the first two Ashes Tests in 2021 due to his outstanding domestic play. The 37-year-old finished the ICC World Test Championship 2021-2023 cycle as the second-best run-scorer. | https://sportzwiki.com/cricket/aus-vs-pak-his-last-two-years-have-been-the-best-cricket-hes-played-marcus-harris-draws-inspiration-from-usman-khawaja-ahead-of-his-test-return/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:26Z |
Will have to go to jail for paths we have chosen for public good: Kejriwal to AAP workers
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Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal Sunday said his party has gained popularity for its ''work-centric politics'' and asserted the party workers should be ready ''to go to jail for the paths we have chosen for the public good''.
Chairing the National Executive and 12th National Council meetings of the party, held virtually on Sunday, he said, ''The Aam Aadmi Party has risen to the third place among 1,350 political parties in these 10 years.
''If we were not successful and did not do anything good, then none of our party leaders would have gone to jail and today everyone would have been happy with their families,'' he said. Kejriwal's remarks assume significance since the Enforcement Directorate has asked him to appear before it on January 3 in connection with the Delhi excise policy-linked money laundering case.
Addressing the party workers, he said, ''If you give good education to children, you will have to go to jail. If you provide free treatment to the poor, you will have to go to jail. We will have to go to jail for the paths we have chosen for public good.'' At the National Council meeting, Kejriwal asserted that the AAP has given the country a viable alternative in electoral politics and has gained popularity for its work-centric politics. He also praised Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for the remarkable progress in the state.
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The verdict against Grameen Telecom Chairman and Nobel Laureate economist Dr Muhammad Yunus and three others in a case filed on charges of violating labour laws is going to be pronounced today, Monday.
Dhaka’s third labor court’s judge Begum Sheikh Merina Sultana on 24 December fixed 1 January as the date to announce the verdict against Dr Yunus.
Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) on 9 September in 2021 filed the case against Dr Yunus, Grameen Telecom’s former managing director Md Ashraful Hasan, directors Nur Jahan Begum and Shahjahan. The court on 6 June framed charge against Yunus and three others in the case.
They filed a petition to the Appellate Division seeking to scrap the trial proceeding in the case. The appellate division on 20 August rejected the petition.
The labor court then started the taking depositions of witnesses. Four officials of DIFE gave depostion against Dr Yunus and others.
DIFE’s lawyer Khurshid Alam Khan told Prothom Alo on Sunday that they have sought the highest punishment of Dr Muhammad Yunus and the three others in the case.
DIFE filed the case against the four at Dhaka’s Third Labour Court on 9 September in 2021 alleging that they violated the labour law.
The maximum punishment in the case is six-month imprisonment and a fine of Tk 25,000.
Dr Yunus’ lawyer Abdullah Al Mamun told Prothom Alo that the case was filed to harass Dr Yunus.
He hoped the four accused would get justice from the court. | https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/cu67uec80u | 2024-01-01T05:23:32Z |
Some Nutramigen infant formula recalled due to possible bacteria contamination
(CNN) - Some powdered baby formula is being pulled from the shelves due to contamination issues.
On Sunday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned consumers of possible bacterial contamination in Reckitt/Mead Johnson’s Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder products.
Manufacturers voluntarily recalled more than 675,000 cans of the formula.
The recall batches include ZL3FRW, ZL3FPE, ZL3FXJ, ZL3FQD, ZL3FMH, ZL3FHG with a UPC code of 300871239418 or 300871239456 and use by date of Jan. 1, 2025.
According to the FDA, the formula tested positive for Cronobacter bacteria, which can cause rare but potentially deadly infections in newborns.
The FDA says that no illnesses have been reported to date.
The company says no other Nutramigen liquid formulas or any other Reckitt nutrition products are impacted.
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Novak Djokovic put his immense self-belief on display while outlining his objectives for the year ahead.
Currently competing at the 2024 United Cup, Djokovic and his teammates secured a hard-fought 2-1 win for Serbia over China. The World No. 1 played an instrumental role in the triumph, claiming a 6-3, 6-2 singles victory over Zhizhen Zhang before teaming up with Olga Danilovic to defeat Zhang and Qinwen Zheng 6-4, 1-6, 10-6.
In his post-match press conference, the Serb was asked about his aspirations for the year, particularly whether he expected to surpass his remarkable achievements from the 2023 season.
In response, Djokovic expressed confidence in his ability to triumph at any Grand Slam event or tournament, even if such statements made him come across as "arrogant."
"Well, that's kind of a mindset that I nurtured over the years. Might seem unrealistic or impossible to some. It might seem arrogant to some others. I don't know," he said.
"I've always believed in myself very strongly. I know that I'm a very all-around player. When I'm fit, when I'm at the peak of my performance, I can win any slam or any tournament. I know that. I'm not afraid to say that," he added.
The World No. 1 reiterated that he had made no secret of his desire to break even more records and further cement his place in tennis history. He emphasized his desire to add to his Grand Slam tally in 2024, while also prioritizing his goal to clinch a medal for Serbia at the Paris Olympics.
"It's not a secret that I want to break more records and make more history of the game. That's something that keeps on motivating me," Djokovic said.
"I mentioned a little bit, I mean, five minutes ago, that Grand Slams, Olympic Games, hopefully I can win another medal for Serbia in the Olympics. I would love to do that. That's one of the highest goals for this year," he added.
Novak Djokovic: "That mentality is not changing for 2024 or any next year potentially that I play"
During the press conference, Novak Djokovic cited his prior experience in handling similar situations in his career, stating that this had enabled him to effectively manage himself both mentally and physically to break further records in the sport.
"But as I said, I have been in this kind of situation so many times in my career. I know exactly what I need to do to maintain my body and mind and spirit in the right, optimal state for me to have the opportunity to break records and to go further," Djokovic said.
The Serb further emphasized that being away from his family for weeks on end was only worth it if it ended with a trophy in his hand.
"It's the only way, to be honest. I enjoy playing tennis, don't get me wrong. When it comes to professional tennis competition, leaving my family to travel somewhere for four, five, six weeks, eventually for me there's only one direction or one goal that is in my mind, which is winning the trophy. I do everything possible to achieve that," he said.
Djokovic went on to say that his unwavering pursuit of success had led him to his current place in the sport, asserting that this mentality would remain unchanged not only for the 2024 season but also beyond that.
"I feel like that kind of mentality, all I have been doing for the last 20-plus years on a daily basis, of course with my team and family, have helped me to reach the heights and be where I am. That mentality is not changing for 2024 or any next year potentially that I play," he added.
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Stocks rally 1.88pc to celebrate the new year
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KARACHI (Web Desk) – The Pakistan Stock Exchange started the new year with a bang with the benchmark KSE-100 Index climbing 1,171.53 points, or 1.88 per cent, within minutes of starting trade – a welcoming sign given the prevailing uncertainty related to the general elections scheduled for February 8.
By 9:44am, the KSE-100 Index had reached 63,622.57 against the previous closing of 62,451.04 – the value recorded on Friday, Dec 29, the last working day of 2023.
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* Silver medalists in 1976, Guinea hopes to reconnect with its glorious past
* Open group qualifying campaign against 6th AFCON gold medalists Cameroon on January 15 and finish against reigning champions Senegal on January 23
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After doing well to get to the quarterfinals during the 2021 edition in Cameroon, Guinea are looking at going a step further in CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Cote d’Ivoire 2023 that kicks of on January 13 and undisturbed of their more fancied Group C opponentsSenegal and Cameroon.
They open their group qualifying campaign against 6th AFCON gold medalists Cameroon on January 15 before dating The Gambia on January 23 and finish against reigning champions Senegal on January 23.
Despite being drawn in what is considered as a very tough group, the Guineans remain ambitious about doing well and will be looking at advancing beyond the group stages.
Guinea were in the same qualifying group with Malawi and had to wait for the last day of qualifiers to secure their ticket to Cote d’Ivoire and were gifted qualification after Ethiopia drew 0-0 with the Flames to finish second behind Egypt.
Mohamed Bayo, Aguibou Camara, Serhou Guirassy are some of the key players that Guinea’s coach Kaba Diawara will be looking to for some individual brilliance.
Serhou Guirassy is a goal poacher of note and certainly one to look to when in search for goals. He has 19 goals from 16 matches with Vfb Stuttgart in Germany.
Despite playing his very first AFCON at 27-years, Guirassy is high in confidence and will be looking to be a serious threat to defenders in Cote d’Ivoire.
One of his key attributes is his unique ability of finishing with both feet, which will be a great asset against some of the continent’s best defenders and goalkeepers.
Appointed as head coach of the team in 2021, coach Diawara will be guiding Guinea for the second consecutive AFCON and he is considered as a student of the game that was evident during his time as an analyst for major TV channels dissecting the game.
Well known for his great motivation and ability to calm his players, Diawara is a fan of the 4-3-3 formation and will be hoping his players adapt and master the system well against some of the best players next month.
Guinea have been to the AFCON finals 11 times in which they earned the silver medal in 1976 and have reached the quarterfinals three times (2006, 2008, 2015); Round of 16 twice (2019,2021) and have bowed out of groups stages five times (1970, 1974, 1994, 1998, 2015).
Meanwhile, The Gambia also cannot be ruled out as they reached the quarterfinals of the competition in Cameroon in their maiden appearance and will be aiming to replicate their impressive run.
The Scorpions kick off their campaign on January 15 against their neighbors Senegal before facing Guinea and the Indomitable Lions which will be a rematch of the quarterfinal from the 2021 AFCON.
They scripted a new chapter in its history on September 10, 2023, securing a crucial 2-2 draw against Congo-Brazzaville in a thrilling encounter to clinch their ticket to Côte d’Ivoire.
Their coach Tom Saintfiet, former Flames’ mentor, is regarded as a tactician close to his players who instills confidence in the core of his squad — and the results speak for themselves.
Steering the ship once again for Côte d’Ivoire 2023, the Belgian is determined to guide his team beyond the quarter-final stage.
On the field, Saintfiet employs a 4-3-3 formation that transforms into a 4-5-1 during defensive phases, emphasizing on pressing and sustained activity, translating into extended runs.
Following his feat at Cameroon 2021, Saintfiet was nominated for the 2023 CAF Coach of the Year alongside nine others, that include hot contender, Aliou Cisse who guided Senegal to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph.
However, the accolade went to Morocco’s Walid Regragui — recognised for guiding the Atlas Lions to a historic World Cup semi-final run in Qatar.
Saintfiet, who is coaching The Gambia since July 2018, was appointed Flames mentor in July 2013, on a three-month deal with the goal to qualify Malawi for the first time in history for the FIFA World Cup but did not succeed.
The Belgian has coached in several countries, including Belgium, Qatar, Germany, Faroe Islands, Finland, Jordan, the Netherlands and in Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Malawi and Togo.
At the 2021 AFCON, The Gambia defied the odds by defeating favourites Tunisia in the group stage, finishing unbeaten in 2nd place in the group and a further win against Guinea in the Round of 16 saw them reach the quarter-finals at their first attempt — eventually going out to tournament hosts Cameroun.
The Gambia were also nominated for CAF National Team of the Year award alongside Cape Verde, Guinea Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritania, Morocco, Senegal, Tanzania and COSAFA’s Mozambique and Namibia.
Their player to watch out for is Assan Ceesay, who is known for his ability to exploit wide spaces and is a speedy player who actively contributes to the team’s gameplay.
Frequently dropping back from his midfield position to recover balls, he consistently delivers numerous decisive passes and his versatile playing style, coupled with finishing prowess, allowed him to shine in the Swiss league during the early stages of his professional career.
With an endearing and spontaneous approach, the Gambian gives his all, embodying the qualities of the ideal forward with unwavering generosity on the field.—Info from CAFonline | https://www.maraviexpress.com/guinea-unperturbed-of-their-more-fancied-afcon-2023-group-c-opponents-senegal-and-cameroon/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:33Z |
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Based on our projections, the best bet against the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, keep reading.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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(MENAFN- IANS) Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 1 (IANS) On the first day of the calendar year 2024, India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-C58 (PSLV-C58) on Monday morning lifted off with the country's X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) with 10 other payloads.
The 44 tall PSLV-C58 rocket with a lift off mass of 260 ton carrying XPoSat and 10 other experimental payloads on its fourth stage blasted off from the first launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) here at 9.10 a.m.
Slowly rising up towards the skies with a thick orange flame at its tail, the rocket gained speed with a sound resembling rolling thunder and went up and up leaving a thick plume while the people assembled at the viewing gallery clapped their hands with pride.
Interestingly, this is the first space mission for ISRO on January 1 for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
At about 21 minutes into its flight, the rocket will orbit XPoSat at an altitude of about 650 km.
Subsequently, the rocket's fourth stage will be restarted twice to reduce the orbit into a 350 km circular orbit to maintain in 3-axis stabilised mode for Orbital Platform (OP) experiments.
The PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 (POEM-3) experiment will be executed, meeting the objective of 10 identified payloads, supplied by the ISRO and the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), the Indian space agency said.
In its normal configuration, the PSLV is a four-stage/engine expendable rocket powered by solid and liquid fuels, alternatively, with six booster motors strapped onto the first stage to give higher thrust during the initial flight moments.
The ISRO has five types of PSLV rockets -- Standard, Core Alone, XL, DL, and QL.
The major difference between them is the use of strap-on boosters which, in turn, largely depends on the weight of the satellites to be orbited.
The PSLV uses 6,4,2 solid rocket strap-on motors to augment the thrust provided by the first stage in PSLV-XL, QL & DL variants, respectively. However, strap-ons are not used in the core-alone version (PSLV-CA).
The XPoSat is the first dedicated scientific satellite from the ISRO to carry out research in space-based polarisation measurements of X-ray emission from celestial sources. The satellite configuration is modified from the IMS-2 bus platform.
The configuration of the mainframe systems is derived based on the heritage of IRS satellites. It carries two payloads, namely POLIX (Polarimeter Instrument in X-rays) and XSPECT (X-ray Spectroscopy and Timing).
The POLIX is realised by the Raman Research Institute and XSPECT is by the Space Astronomy Group of the U.R. Rao Satellite Centre (URSC).
According to the ISRO, the three objectives of XPoSat are: (a) To measure polarisation of X-rays in the energy band 8-30keV emanating from about 50 potential cosmic sources through Thomson Scattering by POLIX payload. (b) To carry out long-term spectral and temporal studies of cosmic X-ray sources in the energy band 0.8-15keV by XSPECT payload and (c) To carry out polarisation and spectroscopic measurements of X-ray emissions from cosmic sources by POLIX and XSPECT payloads, respectively, in the common energy band.
After orbiting the XPoSat in 650km, the rocket's fourth stage -- PS4 stage -- will be lowered to 350km, about 9.6 deg orbit, by restarting it twice. The left-out propellant in the PS4 will be disposed of through the main engines as a precursor to enabling the safety of the PS4 stage in atmosphere re-entry experiments planned in future.
The oxidiser will be let out first followed by fuel in a predetermined sequence of operations. The existing scheme of spent stage passivation by venting the tank pressure will also be active. Post passivation of PS4, the control of the stage is transferred to the POEM Avionics, the ISRO added.
The POEM is configured as a 3-axis stabilised orbital platform for conducting experiments to space qualify systems with novel ideas. The PS4 Stage Orbital Platform Electrical power requirements are catered by a Flexible Solar Panel in conjunction with 50Ah Li-Ion battery in battery tied configuration.
The orbital platform consists of avionic systems to take care of navigation, guidance, control and telecommands and Orbital Platform Attitude Control System to cater to control of the platform to test the payloads, the ISRO said.
The 10 payloads are from TakeMe2Space, LBS Institute Technology for Women, K J Somaiya Institute of Technology, Inspecity Space Labs Private Ltd, Dhruva Space Private Ltd, Bellatrix Aerospace Private Ltd (two payloads) and three payloads from the ISRO.
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With funding for the Zunga Bus set to end on Sunday, council has decided to revisit the service once more in the New Year.
According to the city, council voted on Dec. 21 to stop funding the bus after 2023. However, they are reconsidering the issue and will meet for a special meeting on Jan. 2 at 3:30 p.m.
The city reminds you that the Zunga Bus will not run on Jan. 1 or 2, and you should stay tuned to learn if the service will continue in 2024.
Council will also discuss a resolution that was defeated on Dec. 21 regarding the Lift Community Services Extreme Weather Response Centre.
More information can be found in the meeting agenda. If you cannot attend in person, a live stream will also be available.
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BANGKOK – A survey of factory managers in China shows that manufacturing contracted in December in the latest sign the world’s No. 2 economy remains sluggish.
The official purchasing managers index, or PMI, fell to 49 last month in what officials said was evidence of weak demand, the National Bureau of Statistics reported on Sunday. It was the third straight month of contraction. The PMI is on a scale up to 100 where 50 marks the cutoff between expansion and contraction.
The index has fallen in eight of the past nine months, with an increase only in September. In November, the index was at 49.4, down from 49.5 the month before.
Despite unexpectedly prolonged weakness after the pandemic, China’s economy grew at a 5.2% pace in the first three quarters of the year and showed signs of improvement in November, with factory output and retail sales rising.
In recent months, the government has raised spending on construction of ports and other infrastructure, cut interest rates and eased curbs on home-buying to try to stimulate the domestic demand that economists say is needed to sustain growth.
In his New Year speech, leader Xi Jinping said China had achieved a “smooth transition” from the country's response to the pandemic, which at times involved the shut downs of factories and parts of or entire cities.
China's economy has become “more resilient and dynamic than before,” Xi said in remarks carried by the official Xinhua News Agency.
Global demand for manufactured goods has suffered as central banks around the world have raised interest rates to battle decades-high rates of inflation. Price pressures have eased in recent months, but demand has yet to rebound to prepandemic levels. That has ramifications across the region since supply chains linked to China are scattered across many Asian countries.
China's non-manufacturing PMI rose in December to 50.4, the statistics bureau reported. The service sector PMI sub-index was 49.3, however, unchanged from November's reading.
Despite a slump in the housing market brought about by a crackdown on excess borrowing by property developers, the construction industry is thriving: the sub-index for that sector climbed to 56.9 in December, well into expansionary territory, from 55 in November, the report said. | https://www.ksat.com/business/2024/01/01/chinas-manufacturing-activity-slows-in-december-in-latest-sign-the-economy-is-still-struggling/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:35Z |
World starts welcoming New Year with fireworks, prayers and some stark words
"In 2024 I wish to go back to the wreckage of my home, pitch a tent and live there," said Abu Abdullah al-Agha, a middle- aged Palestinian man whose house in Khan Younis was destroyed and who lost a young niece and nephew in an Israeli air strike. VLADIMIR PUTIN - Russian President Vladimir Putin, facing an election in March, made only passing reference in his New Year address on Sunday to his war in Ukraine, hailing his soldiers as heroes but mostly emphasising unity and shared determination.
New Zealanders were among the first in the world to celebrate the arrival of 2024 with a fireworks display in Auckland on Monday. The fireworks illuminated the cloudy night sky and were accompanied by a laser light and animation show.
Here's how some other places and people around the world were bidding farewell to 2023 and welcoming the New Year. SYDNEY - Sydney hailed 2024 with a dazzling fireworks display featuring silver and gold pyrotechnics to mark the 50th anniversary of its famous Opera House.
GAZA - People in Gaza had little hope that 2024 will bring much relief after 12 weeks of Israel's war to eliminate Hamas. In Rafah on Gaza's border with Egypt, which has become the biggest focal point for Palestinians fleeing other parts of the enclave, people were more preoccupied on Sunday with trying to find shelter, food and water than with thinking about the New Year. "In 2024 I wish to go back to the wreckage of my home, pitch a tent and live there," said Abu Abdullah al-Agha, a middle- aged Palestinian man whose house in Khan Younis was destroyed and who lost a young niece and nephew in an Israeli air strike.
VLADIMIR PUTIN - Russian President Vladimir Putin, facing an election in March, made only passing reference in his New Year address on Sunday to his war in Ukraine, hailing his soldiers as heroes but mostly emphasising unity and shared determination. XI JINPING - China's President Xi Jinping, speaking on Sunday in a televised speech to mark the New Year, said the country will consolidate and enhance the positive trend of its economic recovery in 2024, and sustain long-term economic development with deeper reforms.
KIM JONG UN - North Korea vowed to launch three new spy satellites, build military drones, and boost its nuclear arsenal in 2024 as leader Kim Jong Un said U.S. policy is making war inevitable, state media reported on Sunday. POPE FRANCIS - At his Sunday prayers at the Vatican, Pope Francis said: "I wish everyone a peaceful end of the year, and please do not forget to pray for me".
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A court fixed 9 January for hearing the bail petition of BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir in nine separate cases filed with Ramna and Paltan Police Stations.
Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Rezaul Karim fixed the date, Mirza Fakhrul's lawyer Syed Jainul Abedin Mezbah confirmed Prothom Alo.
The High Court on Thursday ordered the chief metropolitan magistrate of Dhaka to accept and dispose of the bail petitions of Mirza Fakhrul after hearing in the nine cases.
On October 29, police filed a case with Ramna Police Station on charges of vandalism and attack on the chief justice's residence during a BNP rally on 28 October.
Apart from Mirza Fakhrul, 59 BNP leaders and activists, including standing committee member Mirza Abbas, were accused in the case.
Fakhrul was arrested in the case on 29 October and has been in jail since then. | https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/e7goisb5fp | 2024-01-01T05:23:38Z |
Surfer dies after shark bite, officials say
PAIA, Hawaii (KHNL/Gray News) - A 39-year-old surfer died Saturday after suffering a shark bite at Maui’s Paia Bay, the Department of Land and Natural Resources confirmed.
Details on the injuries of Jason Carter oh Haiku were not released.
Maui Fire Department officials say the incident happened about 11 a.m.
A Department of Land and Natural Resources spokesman confirmed about 5:30 p.m. that Carter had died.
Officials said water conditions at the time were “mixed” because of high surf conditions.
The County of Maui posted on its official Instagram that Baldwin Beach Park and Lower Paia Park were closed due to the shark incident.
First responders were patrolling the area on shore and on jet skis, according to Maui Fire Department. Department of Land and Natural Resources officials said shark warning signs are up one mile on either side of the incident site.
The incident is seventh shark encounter in Hawaii waters this year and the first resulting in fatal injuries, according to the agency’s shark incident database.
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KASE day session: USDKZT_TOM = 383.14
Based on results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TOM) made KZT383.14 per US dollar at the trades volume of USD59,000 th.;
- on US dollar with settlements Т+0 and T+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on euro with settlements Т+0, T+1 and Т+2 in US dollars no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made KZT5.8319 per ruble at the trades volume of RUB8,000 th.;
- on Russian ruble with settlements Т+1 and Т+2 in tenge no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
Weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT382.74 per dollar (KZT+2.68), the total volume of trades - USD75,900 th. (USD-120,850 th.).
Weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge based on results of the morning and afternoon sessions made up KZT5.8308 per ruble (KZT+0.0183), the total volume of trades - RUB18,000 th. (RUB+2,000 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on USDKZT_0_001 weighted average yield made up +7.4647 % per annum at the trades volume of USD17,000 th.;
- on USDKZT_0_002 weighted average yield made up +6.7663 % per annum at the trades volume of USD320,400 th.;
- on EURKZT_0_001 and EURKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on RUBKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up 8.7500 % APR and the ask made up 7.2500 % APR;
- on RUBKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent, the KASE's press service reports. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kase-day-session-usdkzt_tom-383-14_a3494073/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:38Z |
Petra Kvitova recently announced her pregnancy with Jiri Vanek, her husband and long-time coach.
Kvitova and Vanek began working together during the off-season in 2016. Later, they started dating and got engaged in August 2022 when Vanek proposed to Kvitova at Wimbledon.
Recently, Petra Kvitova took to social media to announce that she is expecting her first child with her husband, Jiri Vanek. The former World No. 2 shared a couple of pictures where the two can be seen holding a tiny onesie in one of them, while an ultrasound image of their little one in the other.
"On the first day of 2024 I wanted to wish you a happy new year and share the exciting news that Jiri and I will be welcoming a baby into our family this summer! 👼 ," Kvitova captioned her Instgram post.
Earlier in 2023, Kvitova also revealed that she got married to Vanek following a year-long engagement. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony held at a luxurious resort located just outside Prague. She shared the news on her social media, writing:
"Mr and Mrs, 22.7.2023," she captioned her Instagram post.
A brief look into Petra Kvitova's 2023 season
Petra Kvitova experienced a season of ups and downs in 2023. While she managed to secure a couple of titles, her performance at the Grand Slam tournaments was average. She also faced a setback during the clay court season as she had to miss most of it due to injury concerns.
Kvitova began the season with a quarter-final run at the Adelaide International 2, however, she was defeated by Daria Kasatkina in the last eight.
At the first Grand Slam of the year, the Australian Open, the former World No. 2 reached the second round. She emerged victorious in the first round against Alison Van Uytvanck, but unfortunately, was defeated by Anhelina Kalinina in the next.
Petra Kvitova had a brilliant run at the Sunshine Double. She advanced to the quarterfinals at Indian Wells and won the title at the Miami Open.
In Miami, Kvitova defeated players like Linda Noskova, Donna Vekic, Varvara Gracheva, Ekaterina Alexandrova, and Sorana Cirstea to secure her place in the final. In the championship match, she defeated Elena Rybakina to win the title.
Kvitova secured her second title of the season by defeating Donna Vekic 6-2, 7-6 (6) at the Berlin Open. The victory also marked her 31st career title. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-petra-kvitova-announces-pregnancy-husband-jiri-vanek | 2024-01-01T05:23:39Z |
Kylian Mbappe's future to dominate transfer window
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Paris (AFP) – The future of Kylian Mbappe and his protracted courtship by Real Madrid is expected to be the key theme of the transfer window that opens in Europe on Monday.
Arsenal's search for a proven goalscorer to spearhead their challenge for a first Premier League title since 2004 could also loom large.
Manchester City meanwhile are widely expected to let Kalvin Phillips leave the club, ending a disappointing stay for the former Leeds midfielder who has failed to make his mark at the world champions.
Much attention though will again focus on Mbappe, Paris Saint-Germain's lethal finisher and the man who a year ago scored a hat-trick for France in the World Cup final only to finish on the losing side.
Real Madrid are again the main suitor for the 25-year-old whose contract at PSG expires in June -- will the 14-time European champions finally get a commitment from the player they have been pursuing for years?
It is far from certain though as Mbappe triggers an extraordinary reaction in France, illustrated when President Emmanuel Macron intervened to persuade him to stay at PSG in June 2022 when a move to Real seemed almost cut and dried.
Real are not sitting on their hands though. Endrick, the latest Brazilian starlet, will join the club from Palmeiras when he turns 18 in July 2024 for a fee reported to be 72 million euros.
Toney to the Gunners?
Arsenal's lack of a goalscoring edge could lead them to plunge into the market. For weeks, their rumoured target has been Ivan Toney, the Brentford forward whose ban for over 200 breaches of the Football Association's gambling rules ends in mid-January.
However, Brentford's decline in form which has seen them drop to within four points of the relegation places could persuade the club to hang onto 27-year-old Toney, even in the face of a big offer from the Gunners.
Kalvin Phillips was riding high when the midfielder joined City on the back of England's run to the Euro 2022 final, but he has played barely a handful of games for the club and Pep Guardiola has admitted the move never worked out.
Juventus have reportedly been keen to sign Phillips, who is desperate to force himself into England's plans for Euro 2024, but reports from Italy say the club are cooling on the idea.
A move to Newcastle looks a more realistic possibility as the Magpies look to bolster a squad seriously depleted by injuries and the 10-month ban handed down to Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali, also for gambling.
Eddie Howe’s men have slumped down the Premier League table in recent weeks and the Saudi-owned club look badly in need of reinforcements if they are to qualify for next season's Champions League.
Serhou Guirassy, the prolific Guinea international who has scored 17 Bundesliga goals so far this season for Stuttgart, has also been linked with a move to Tyneside.
Newcastle could also turn to their connections in the Saudi Pro League. They are allowed to sign players on loan from sides also controlled by their Saudi owners, after a vote by Premier League clubs on a temporary ban on related-party loans failed to receive the required support.
However, one target, Ruben Neves, said in early December he would not accept a move to Newcastle because his family was happy in Saudi Arabia.
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino also headed to the Saudi league in the summer, but is reportedly unsettled at Al Ahli.
The Brazilian, 32, could now be heading to their rivals Al Ettifaq, the club coached by former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard, although Premier League strugglers Sheffield United are also said to be interested in his services. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781532-Kylian-Mbappe%5C's-future-to-dominate-transfer-window | 2024-01-01T05:23:39Z |
Pacers vs. Bucks: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Spread, Home/Road Splits
The Milwaukee Bucks (24-8) are 6.5-point favorites as they try to build on a six-game home win streak when they take on the Indiana Pacers (17-14) on Monday, January 1, 2024 at Fiserv Forum. The game airs at 8:00 PM ET on BSWI and BSIN. The matchup's over/under is 259.5.
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- When: Monday, January 1, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET
- Where: Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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- Indiana has played 11 games this season that ended with a combined score higher than 259.5 points.
- Indiana has a 251.4-point average over/under in its outings this season, 8.1 fewer points than this game's point total.
- Indiana's ATS record is 17-14-0 this season.
- The Pacers have won in eight, or 53.3%, of the 15 contests they have been named as odds-on underdogs in this year.
- Indiana has not won as an underdog of +230 or more on the moneyline this season in two games with those odds or longer.
- Indiana has an implied victory probability of 30.3% according to the moneyline set by sportsbooks for this matchup.
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- Indiana is 4-6 against the spread and 4-6 overall in its last 10 contests.
- Five of the Pacers' past 10 contests have hit the over.
- Indiana has performed better against the spread at home (9-7-0) than on the road (8-7-0) this year.
- The Pacers score an average of 126.6 points per game, 7.7 more points than the 118.9 the Bucks allow to opponents.
- Indiana has put together a 17-7 ATS record and a 17-7 overall record in games it scores more than 118.9 points.
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(MENAFN- PR Newswire) SHANGHAI, Dec. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from China Daily (By
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Shanghai Municipal People's Government launched the beta version of a new online portal gov) for expat services on Jan 1.
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Called International Services Shanghai, the new website will have its own Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), and WeChat accounts.
The portal, operated by China Daily, serves as a one-stop platform for foreigners, regardless of whether they are looking for information related to work, travel or study in Shanghai.
It is answering the call to stress the need to effectively remove the obstacles for foreigners to come to China for business, study, and tourism made during the annual Central Economic Work Conference held in Beijing on December 11-12.
The portal has been integrated with the city's e-governance platform, Government Online-Offline Shanghai, to offer quick online access to foreigners.
Online and offline activities, such as policy introduction sessions, business consultations, themed salons, cultural experiences, and learning and training events, will be organized to better serve and engage with the expat community.
Many expats who participated in the beta testing of the portal have lauded its launch.
Michael Wong, managing partner of Talent Service, Asia Pacific, EY, said the portal will allow people interested in coming to Shanghai to make better-informed decisions.
Montealegre Carvajal Edwin Roberto, who is currently an international student at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, said the information provided on the website regarding the setting up of businesses has allowed him to thoroughly understand the nitty-gritty of the process. The Costa Rican is planning to open his own performance company after graduation.
Clarisse Le Guernic, who works in the tourism industry in Shanghai, said the new website would be beneficial as it would allow her to better answer queries from her customers about the city.
Shanghai-based marketing consultant Natacha Extier, said the website is useful even for long-term residents like her as it contains a wealth of useful content on doing business in the city.
The website will be made available in eight other languages - Japanese, Korean, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Arabic at a later time.
"Shanghai is a charming city full of hope and unlimited opportunities, and it is a land for entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams and make a career. We will continue to create a first-class business environment that is market-oriented, law-based and internationalized, provide accurate, convenient and innovative high-quality services, and work hand in hand with everybody to create an open and prosperous future," Gong Zheng, the mayor of Shanghai, said during the "Invest in China Year" summit
in November.
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* May this prestigious award inspire Malawians for greater service to humanity abroad and at home—President Lazarus Chakwera
* The job of a nurse is about saving lives. This is what makes this job both challenging and interesting—High Commissioner Dr Thomas Bisika
By Duncan Mlanjira
Charity Gladstone, a Lately Matron of Cardiology & Respiratory Services at Gloucestershire Hospital of the United Kingdom’s National Health Services (NHS), has been bestowed with the prestigious Order of the British Empire (MBE) award by His Majesty King Charles III for her services to nursing.
Gladstone, who is president of Malawian-UK Nurses Association (MUNA) — an embodiment of like-minded Malawian physicians based in the UK — was also invited to attend King Charles’ 75th birthday at Buckingham Palace in November in recognition of her role in leading MUNA in its contributions towards CoVID-19 pandemic.
She was also recognised for her role that internationally educated nurses (IEN) play in UK’s NHS and social care and for the King Charles’ New Year Honour list, Gladstone joins dozens of nurses, doctors and surgeons who have been honoured.
President Lazarus Chakwera has since congratulated Gladstone, saying: “May this prestigious award inspire Malawians for greater service to humanity abroad and at home.”
And on his part, Malawi High Commissioner to the UK, Dr Thomas Bisika — who always offer total support to all Malawian associations in their endeavours of service in their host country — said: “The job of a nurse is about saving lives.
“This is what makes this job both challenging and interesting. I am confident that this accolade will inspire Malawian nurses in the UK and back home.”
A statement from the head of the NHS, Amanda Pritchard recognised that 2023 was NHS’ 75th anniversary and that its staff “have dealt with record levels of demand, rolled-out life-changing diabetes technology and ensured thousands more women can access a proven risk-reducing drug to help prevent breast cancer, as well as launching the first ever NHS long-term workforce plan”.
“Whether leading improvements in nursing, mental health and paediatric surgery, tackling health inequalities or delivering life-saving critical care, the difference that each of those honoured has made for patients is immense.
“I know millions of people across the country will join me in expressing our gratitude to them, and to all of our staff, who continue to go above and beyond every day to deliver the best possible care for patients,” Pritchard said.
At King Charles’ 75th birthday, Gladstone led the MUNA delegation that included her deputy Patrick Vundule and Sala Kamkosi Khulumula, MUNA’s coordinator & publications lead.
MUNA, as an international nursing/midwifery association, has been working with Malawian nurses based in the UK by equipping them with the tools, skills, education and support they need to thrive within the UK.
MUNA came to the fore during the CoVID-19 pandemic when it lost one of its nurses in the UK that spurred them to work tirelessly to support members, educate the public on CoVID-19 and vaccines and carried out various voluntary work.
Gladstone was invited on two hats — to represent diaspora nurses in the South West region of England basing on the contributions of nursing/midwifery — a nomination that came through NHSE while Vundule and Kamkosi Khulumula were invited by the chief nurse officer of England, Ruth May.
After the meeting, Gladstone said they all had an opportunity to meet and interact with the King, who acknowledged that Malawian health care professionals have been going to the UK since World War II.
“He also spoke about the CoVID-19 pandemic and he said that he appreciates our services to the UK and globally,” she said in November. “He also spoke about his visit in Malawi when former President Dr Hastings Kamuzu Banda was in power.”
Meanwhile, in April this year, King Charles also conferred an MBE to Malawian serving in the British Army, Corporal Kelvin Jordan Zingano of the Adjutant General’s Corps (Staff & Personnel Support Branch).
He was amongst a list of high ranking British Army officers in the ranks of Lieutenant Commanders, Majors, Lieutenants, Captains and others — recognised for their outstanding chivalry in the military.
His Investiture was conferred by Princess Annie on behalf of King Charles III alongside his fellow men in uniform, were recognised for their outstanding contributions in transforming the Army Reserves, a lifetime of dedication for a master craftsman and those who inspire the next generation of soldiers.
In 2021, Malawian Pretty Nkiwane (nee Chikowi), who is a children’s services manager at Hertfoldshire County Council in the UK, was also awarded the MBE in recognition of her outstanding commitment and dedication to children’s social care during the CoVID-19 pandemic.
Nkiwane’s grandfather was also a recipient of an MBE in 1957, for his work within the local government in Malawi. | https://www.maraviexpress.com/malawian-charity-gladstone-bestowed-prestigious-british-mbe-award-for-services-to-nursing/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:40Z |
ALBANY, N.Y. – New York's minimum-wage workers had more than just the new year to celebrate Monday, with a pay bump kicking in as the clock ticked over to 2024.
In the first of a series of annual increases slated for the Empire State, the minimum wage increased to $16 in New York City and some of its suburbs, up from $15. In the rest of the state, the new minimum wage is $15, up from $14.20.
The state's minimum wage is expected to increase every year until it reaches $17 in New York City and its suburbs, and $16 in the rest of the state by 2026. Future hikes will be tied to the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, a measurement of inflation.
New York is one of 22 states getting minimum wage rises in the new year, according to a recent report by the Economic Policy Institute.
In California, the minimum wage increased to $16, up from $15.50, while in Connecticut it increased to $15.69 from the previous rate of $15.
This most recent pay bump in New York is part of an agreement made last year between Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Legislature. The deal came over the objections of some employers, as well as some liberal Democrats who said it didn't go high enough.
The federal minimum wage in the United States has stayed at $7.25 per hour since 2009, but states and some localities are free to set higher amounts. Thirty states, including New Mexico and Washington, have done so. | https://www.ksat.com/business/2024/01/01/the-empire-state-rings-in-the-new-year-with-a-pay-bump-for-minimum-wage-workers/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:41Z |
Fireworks illuminated skies over Paris, Rio and Sydney to celebrate the entry to 2024, while in Israel, Gaza and Ukraine, rockets and strikes marked the year's earliest hours.
Much of the world's population -- now more than eight billion -- is hoping to shake off high living costs and global tumult in 2024, which will bring elections concerning half the world's population and the Paris Olympics.
But with the new year barely started there were already ominous signs: at the stroke of midnight in Gaza a barrage of rockets was fired towards Israel -- a twisted reflection of the fireworks lighting up night skies elsewhere around the world.
In New York City, thousands of visitors lined up for a chance to see the annual dropping of a giant illuminated ball in Times Square.
Nearby stallholders hawked vuvuzelas and 2024-branded hats as police fanned out across central Manhattan, towing suspicious cars, closing roads and manning a ring of steel screening would-be revelers.
Hours earlier, more than a million partygoers had packed in around the harbor in Sydney, the self-proclaimed "New Year's capital of the world," to watch eight tonnes of fireworks.
Pyrotechnics also illuminated the skies in Auckland, Hong Kong, Manila and Jakarta.
Nudist bathers wearing Santa hats waded into the mild waters of southern France, while revelers danced in the streets in Greece's Thessaloniki.
In Denmark, popular Queen Margrethe II, Europe's longest-serving monarch, chose her New Year's Eve address to announce her coming abdication.
The 83-year-old monarch will step down in favor of her son, Crown Prince Frederik, after 52 years on the throne.
The last 12 months brought "Barbenheimer" to the box office, a proliferation of human-seeming artificial intelligence tools, and a world-first whole-eye transplant.
India outgrew China as the world's most populous country, and then became the first nation to land an unmanned craft on the Moon's south pole.
It was also the hottest year since records began in 1880, with a spate of climate-fuelled disasters striking across the world.
Fans bade adieu to "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll" Tina Turner, "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, hell-raising Anglo-Irish songsmith Shane MacGowan, and master dystopian novelist Cormac McCarthy.
Rebuilding
2023 will be remembered for war in the Middle East, after Hamas's unprecedented October 7 raids on southern Israel and Israel's ferocious reprisals on Gaza.
The United Nations estimates that almost two million Gazans have been displaced since Israel's siege began, or about 85 percent of the peacetime population.
With once-bustling Gaza City neighborhoods reduced to rubble, there were few places left to mark the new year -- and fewer loved ones to celebrate with.
"It was a black year full of tragedies," said 37-year-old Abed Akkawi, who fled the city with his wife and three children to a UN shelter in Rafah, southern Gaza.
"God willing this war will end, the new year will be a better one, and we will be able to return to our homes and rebuild them, or even live in a tent on the rubble," he told AFP.
In Tel Aviv, Israel, 24-year-old Ran Stahl preferred to work his shift at a wine bar during New Year's Eve, saying he didn't have the heart to celebrate.
"The minute I start dancing, the sadness and mourning come back," said Stahl, whose friend died at the trance music festival during Hamas's 7 October attack.
Some in Vladimir Putin's Russia were also weary of conflict, this time in Ukraine.
"In the new year I would like the war to end, a new president, and a return to normal life," said 55-year-old theatre decorator and Moscow resident Zoya Karpova.
But Putin himself remained bullish in his New Year's Eve address, vowing that Russia "will never back down".
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's New Year's Eve address, after nearly two years of war, was defiant.
Ukrainian pilots were mastering the F-16 warplanes supplied by their allies, he said. In 2024, "we will definitely see them in our skies. So that our enemies can certainly see what our real wrath is."
Russia would also feel the full force of Ukraine's domestic arms production, he added, including at least a million drones.
In Rome, Pope Francis prayed for the victims of conflicts around the globe, including the people of Sudan and the "martyred Rohingya" of Myanmar.
"At the end of a year, have the courage to ask how many lives have been torn apart in armed conflicts, how many deaths?" the 87-year-old pontiff said after his Angelus prayer in St Peter's Square.
"And how much destruction, how much suffering, how much poverty? Those who have an interest in these conflicts, listen to the voice of conscience."
To the polls
Several pivotal elections are scheduled in 2024, with the political fate of more than four billion people to be decided in contests that will shape Russia, Britain, the European Union, India, Indonesia, Mexico, South Africa, Venezuela and a host of other nations.
But one election in particular promises global consequences.
In the United States, Democrat Joe Biden, 81, and Republican Donald Trump, 77, appear set for a November rerun of their divisive 2020 presidential contest.
Biden marked the new year by proclaiming optimism for the US economy -- and his well-known love for chocolate-chip ice cream.
In a televised appearance ahead of the New York celebrations he touted his country's resilience after the pandemic, announcing that the American people "are back."
As the incumbent, Biden has at times appeared to show his age and even supporters worry about the toll of another bruising four years in office.
There are at least as many concerns about a Trump return.
He faces prosecution on several counts, and 2024 could determine whether the bombastic self-proclaimed billionaire goes to the Oval Office or jail. | https://en.prothomalo.com/international/1dt4gbof9b | 2024-01-01T05:23:44Z |
Big 12 Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 9:44 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
According to our projections, the best bet in terms of the over/under for the nine Big 12 bowl season matchups is Georgia Tech vs. UCF -- for more tips, including parlay opportunities, see below.
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Pick: Kansas State -3 vs. NC State
- Matchup: NC State Wolfpack at Kansas State Wildcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Kansas State by 15 points
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Oklahoma +2.5 vs. Arizona
- Matchup: Arizona Wildcats at Oklahoma Sooners
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Oklahoma by 6.6 points
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Texas A&M +3.5 vs. Oklahoma State
- Matchup: Texas A&M Aggies at Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Texas A&M by 1.2 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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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 (Stream on Fubo)
Under 63.5 - Texas vs. Washington
- Matchup: Texas Longhorns at Washington Huskies
- Projected Total: 57.5 points
- Time: 8:45 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
Over 54.5 - Cal vs. Texas Tech
- Matchup: California Golden Bears at Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Projected Total: 60.2 points
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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Match details
Fixture: (SER) Novak Djokovic vs (CZE) Jiri Lehecka
Date: January 2, 2024
Tournament: United Cup 2024
Round: Group stage
Venue: RAC Arena, Perth, Australia
Category: United Cup
Surface: Outdoor hardcourt
Prize money: $10,000,000
Live telecast: USA - Tennis Channel | Australia - 9Now & Stan Sport | Canada - TSN
Novak Djokvoic vs Jiri Lehecka preview
Serbia's Novak Djokovic will take on Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka in the group stage of the 2024 United Cup on Tuesday.
Djokovic was up against China's Zhizhen Zhang in his previous group tie. The World No. 1 was able to capture the first set thanks to a single break of serve in his favor.
Djokovic raced to a 4-0 lead in the second set within a matter of minutes. Zhang saved a match point for a hold of serve at 5-2, but it wasn't enough to stop his mighty foe. The Serb served out the contest in the following game for a 6-3, 6-2 victory.
Lehecka's United Cup campaign also started against Zhang. The Czech had the edge for most of the first set due to an early break but faltered while trying to close out the set at 5-4. Nevertheless, he snagged another break of serve after that and then wrapped up the set on his second try.
Zhang then leveled the proceedings by taking the next set. He struck first in the deciding set as he led by a break, but Lehecka managed to get back on serve. The Czech then got broken once again and this time he was unable to erase the deficit and lost the match 5-7, 6-3, 6-4.
Novak Djokovic vs Jiri Lehecka head-to-head
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Djokovic was simply flawless against Zhang in his previous match. He didn't face a single break point, his ground game was on point and his serving stats were impressive too.
The Serb now remains undefeated in Australia since the start of 2019 in singles. His victory over Zhang marked his 42nd consecutive win in the country. Lehecha, on the other hand, extended his losing streak to four matches, dating back to his second-round exit from the 2023 Vienna Open.
Lehecka had his chances against Zhang but fumbled on the important points. With Djokovic showing no signs of slowing down and playing at such a high level to start the season, the Serb's odds of winning remain sky-high.
Pick: Novak Djokovic to win in straight sets.
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New mother Osaka makes winning return in Brisbane
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BRISBANE (Reuters) - Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka looked solid on her return to elite tennis after 15 months out as she beat Germany's Tamara Korpatsch 6-3 7-6(9) in the first round of the Brisbane International on Monday.
The 26-year-old from Japan last competed on tour at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo in September 2022 and had her first child, daughter Shai, in July before stepping up her preparations for the Jan. 14-28 Australian Open.
Osaka displayed no signs of rust to break Korpatsch to love in her first game back and the former world number one turned up the heat again towards the end of the opening set to close it out in 38 minutes with a sizzling forehand winner.
Twice Melbourne Park champion Osaka dropped serve for a second time late in the next set to squander her advantage but continued her clean ball-striking in the fiercely contested tiebreak to secure the victory.
"I was super nervous but I was really excited to be out here. It feels really good to be back," Osaka said after taking pictures with fans courtside.
"I feel like the last couple of years that I played before I had my daughter I didn't return as much love as I was given, so I really feel like that's what I want to do in this chapter.
"I just really appreciate people coming out and cheering for me, because I feel there was a time that I was just a little kid trying to watch my role models play. So it feels really surreal sometimes to be playing on these courts."
Up next for Osaka is a clash with former world number one Karolina Pliskova, who received a bye into the second round. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781534-New-mother-Osaka-makes-winning-return-in-Brisbane | 2024-01-01T05:23:46Z |
Premier League Anytime Goal Scorer Prop Bets & Odds in the US Today, January 1
Published: Dec. 20, 2023 at 10:33 PM CST|Updated: 46 minutes ago
The Premier League has only one match on its Monday slate -- continue reading for anytime goal scorer odds.
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Mohamed Salah, Liverpool FC (-105)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 19
- Goals: 12
Darwin Nunez, Liverpool FC (+125)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 19
- Goals: 5
Cody Gakpo, Liverpool FC (+130)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 17
- Goals: 2
Diogo Jota, Liverpool FC (+150)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 13
- Goals: 5
Luis Diaz, Liverpool FC (+160)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 18
- Goals: 3
Ben Doak, Liverpool FC (+185)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 9
- Goals: 0
Callum Wilson, Newcastle United (+210)
- Opponent: Liverpool FC
- Games Played: 14
- Goals: 7
Alexander Isak, Newcastle United (+220)
- Opponent: Liverpool FC
- Games Played: 15
- Goals: 8
Anthony Gordon, Newcastle United (+350)
- Opponent: Liverpool FC
- Games Played: 18
- Goals: 6
Dominik Szoboszlai, Liverpool FC (+350)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 19
- Goals: 2
Harvey Elliott, Liverpool FC (+350)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 19
- Goals: 1
Curtis Jones, Liverpool FC (+400)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 12
- Goals: 0
Ryan Gravenberch, Liverpool FC (+450)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 14
- Goals: 0
Miguel Almiron, Newcastle United (+450)
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Arsenal's pursuit of the Premier League title faced another setback as they succumbed to a 2-1 defeat against Fulham on Sunday, while Tottenham's 3-1 victory over Bournemouth propelled them closer to the top four. The Gunners, reeling from a 2-0 loss to West Ham just days earlier, sought redemption at Craven Cottage. Bukayo Saka provided an early lead, but Fulham, eager to break their goalless streak, rallied.
Raul Jimenez, back from a three-game suspension, ignited Fulham's comeback with a clinical finish from Tom Cairney's cross. Despite Arsenal's efforts, Fulham seized control in the second half, with Bobby De Cordova-Reid converting a corner to secure the 2-1 win. Arsenal's title ambitions now face uncertainty, with the team holding fourth place but trailing leaders Liverpool by two points, having played more matches.
Tottenham, on the other hand, closed in on the top four with a victory over Bournemouth. Pape Sarr's early goal and Son Heung-min's impactful parting shot before departing for the Asia Cup set the stage for Spurs. Richarlison added a third goal, while Alex Scott's late strike for Bournemouth proved insufficient. Despite a growing injury crisis, Tottenham's win leaves them trailing the Champions League places by just a point.
In summary, a turbulent week for Arsenal raises questions about their title aspirations, while Tottenham's resilience sees them edging towards the coveted top four positions in the Premier League.
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WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – To underscore how much Iowa means to Ron DeSantis, the Florida governor was unwilling to put his campaigning there on hold even in the waning hours of 2023.
At a New Year’s Eve event in a Sheraton Hotel ballroom in West Des Moines, jeans and cowboy boots outnumbered tuxedos and cocktail dresses, and Miller Lite seemed more popular than champagne.
But the modesty of the affair, where roughly 200 people turned out for the last campaign event of the busy year in Iowa, belied its importance to the host, who has wagered the future of his Republican bid for president on the leadoff Iowa caucuses, just two weeks away.
“Are you ready to work hard over these next two weeks and win the Iowa caucuses?" DeSantis asked supporters who turned out at the suburban hotel Sunday evening.
While Donald Trump prepares to return this week for a series of rallies, DeSantis did not leave Iowa alone during the week between Christmas and New Year’s. He campaigned in the suburbs of Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Davenport, revisiting spots he had gone to in 2023 as part of his drive to touch all 99 of Iowa’s counties as a gesture of commitment to the leadoff nominating contests.
But Trump holds a large advantage in Iowa polls as well as a sophisticated campaign organization in the state, threatening to deny DeSantis the win he needs to justify his claim to be the leading alternative to the former president.
Appearing Sunday night with his wife, Casey, and their young children, DeSantis urged his audience to defy the odds. “I think we have an opportunity to just make a statement that in this country it's we the people that ultimately decide these things,” he said. “Because I think you have a lot of media, they don't think you even matter.”
DeSantis wasn't alone in Iowa between Christmas and New Year's, a period typically free from politics. The Jan. 15 caucuses' earlier-than-usual spot on the election-year calendar lured former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley to eastern Iowa stops Friday and Saturday, as she competes with DeSantis as a Trump alternative.
Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy also stormed the state, trying to remain part of the conversation despite curtailing his advertising spending. Ramaswamy held more than two dozen Iowa events last week and over the weekend.
No one has more riding on Iowa than DeSantis, who reshuffled a campaign viewed early as national in scope after summer staff shakeups prompted by overspending and internal disagreements. He stood onstage Sunday evening in West Des Moines with Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and evangelical Christian leader Bob Vander Plaats, who have risked their own influence by backing DeSantis.
DeSantis and his supporters asked the audience Sunday to ignore polls that show him trailing Trump appreciably.
“Everywhere I go the polls do not match up with reality,” Vander Plaats told the crowd. “Going up in northwest Iowa — heavy Trump country — they all say the same thing to me. They like what he did, but it’s time to turn the page.”
DeSantis has an unrelenting Iowa schedule ahead of him beginning early this week. Trump, who has drawn hundreds — even thousands — more to fewer events, plans his own blitz over the final two weeks, including in deeply conservative northwest Iowa. | https://www.ksat.com/news/politics/2024/01/01/on-new-years-eve-desantis-urges-crowd-to-defy-odds-and-help-him-win-the-iowa-caucuses/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:47Z |
Israeli minister repeats call for Palestinians to leave Gaza
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One of the senior figures in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing coalition called on Sunday for Palestinian residents of Gaza to leave the besieged enclave, making way for Israelis who could "make the desert bloom". The comments by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who has been excluded from the war cabinet and discussions of day-after arrangements in Gaza, appear to underscore fears in much of the Arab world that Israel wants to drive Palestinians out of land where they want to build a future state, repeating the mass dispossession of Palestinians when Israel was created in 1948.
"What needs to be done in the Gaza Strip is to encourage emigration," Smotrich told Army Radio. "If there are 100,000 or 200,000 Arabs in Gaza and not 2 million Arabs, the entire discussion on the day after will be totally different." He said if the 2.3 million population were no longer there "growing up on the aspiration to destroy the state of Israel", Gaza would be seen differently in Israel.
"Most of Israeli society will say 'why not, it's a nice place, let's make the desert bloom, it doesn't come at anyone's expense'." Smotrich, whose hard-right Religious Zionism party draws support from Israel's settler community, has made similar comments in the past, setting himself at odds with Israel's most important ally, the United States.
But his views do not reflect the official government position that Gazans will be able to return to their homes after the war against the Islamist movement Hamas which controls Gaza, now nearing the start of its fourth month. Smotrich's party, which helped Netanyahu secure the majority he needed to become prime minister for the sixth time almost exactly a year ago, has seen its approval ratings slump since the start of the conflict.
Opinion polls also indicate that most Israelis do not support the return of Israeli settlements to Gaza, after they were moved out in 2005 when the army withdrew. Palestinians and leaders of Arab countries have accused Israel of seeking a new "Nakba" (catastrophe), the name given to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians who fled or were driven from their homes in the wake of the 1948 war that accompanied the founding of the state of Israel.
Most ended up in neighbouring Arab states, and Arab leaders have said any latter-day move to displace Palestinians would be unacceptable. Israel withdrew its military and settlers from Gaza in 2005 after a 38-year occupation, and Netanyahu has said it does not intend to maintain a permanent presence again, but that Israel would maintain security control for an indefinite period.
However there has been little clarity about Israel's longer-term intentions, and countries including the United States have said that Gaza should be governed by Palestinians.
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Top 25 College Football Streams & TV Channel Info | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 2:46 PM CST|Updated: 36 minutes ago
The 2023 college football bowl game schedule features a matchup between the No. 3 Texas Longhorns and the No. 2 Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl.
You can find info on live coverage of the week's top college football action right here.
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. 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. 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. 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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Several rockets fired from the Gaza Strip targeted Tel Aviv and southern Israel as the country rang in the New Year on Monday, according to AFP journalists on the ground.
Air-raid sirens sounded as journalists in Tel Aviv saw Israeli missile defence systems intercept the rockets.
People who had gathered on the streets to celebrate New Year's Eve took shelter, while others continued to party.
The attack on southern Israel came at midnight (22:00 GMT) and another targeting Tel Aviv occurred a minute later, according to AFP journalists.
"I was terrified, like it was the first time I saw missiles, its terrifying," Gabriel Zemelman told AFP outside a Tel Aviv bar where he had come to celebrate with friends.
Hamas's military wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, claimed responsibility for both attacks in a video posted on social media.
They said they used M90 rockets in "response to the massacres of civilians" perpetrated by Israel.
The Israeli military confirmed the attack.
Hamas "decided to start 2024 by launching a barrage of rockets at Israel", the military said in a post on social media.
The latest rocket attacks came as Israel continues its bombardment of the Gaza Strip, which has killed at least 21,822 people, mostly women and children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
The war was triggered by an unprecedented Hamas attack on southern Israel on 7 October, which left around 1,140 people dead, most of them civilians, according to an AFP count based on official Israeli data. | https://en.prothomalo.com/international/nyh2oepjq0 | 2024-01-01T05:23:50Z |
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KASE morning session: USDKZT_TOM = 378.20 (+0.74)
Based on the results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TОМ) made up KZT378.20 per dollar (KZT+0.74), at the trades volume of USD38,800 th. (USD-16,700 th.);
- on US dollar with settlements T+0 in tenge no deals were made; quotes were absent at the session close;
- on euro with settlements T+0 in tenge and in US dollars no deals were made. Quotes were absent at the session close;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made up KZT5.7730 per ruble, the trades volume - RUB5,000 th.;
- weighted average Chinese yuan rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (CNYKZT_TOD) made up KZT56.0610 per yuan (KZT+0.5922), with the trading volume of CNY2,000 th. (CNY-400 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on CNYKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on CNYKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
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Australian former world champion Melissa Hoskins killed in car crash
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A police spokesperson said they do not confirm names of victims or accused involved in an incident
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian Olympic track cyclist and former world champion Melissa Hoskins has died after a car accident in the country's south, the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) said on Monday.
Australian media has widely reported that Hoskins' husband and twice world individual time trial champion Rohan Dennis has been arrested and charged over her death.
"The AOC has expressed the utmost sadness at the loss of Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins after the tragic events in Adelaide," it said in a post on social media platform X.
"Our condolences go to Melissa's family, friends and the cycling community at this extremely difficult time."
Hoskins, 32, won gold in the team pursuit at the 2015 world championships and was a member of the Australian team at the 2012 London and 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics.
A statement from the state police of South Australia released on Sunday said a 32-year-old woman died in the hospital after being hit by a car in an inner northern suburb of Adelaide, the capital of South Australia.
Police said a 33-year-old man has been arrested and charged with causing death by dangerous driving, driving without due care and endangering life. The driver was known to the woman and given bail to appear in court on March 13, police said.
A police spokesperson said they do not confirm the names of victims or accused involved in an incident. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781538-Australian-former-world-champion-Melissa-Hoskins-killed-in-car-crash | 2024-01-01T05:23:53Z |
(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) National capital New Delhi experienced its coldest day of the season on Sunday, with the maximum temperature recorded at 15.9 degrees Celsius, a mere 4.2 degrees higher than the minimum. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported the persistence of a thick layer of fog across the northern plains, resulting in large parts of northwest India being devoid of sunlight. The weather agency predicts similar conditions for Mondayay, extending the cold spell.
In response to the severe cold, winter vacations for schools in Delhi and Haryana commenced on January 1, 2024. Both states have announced closures, with Delhi schools set to reopen on January 6 and Haryana schools on January 16. The Haryana government declared the winter break due to the prevailing cold weather, emphasizing the safety of students.
"Winter vacations in all government and private schools of the state [Haryana] will be observed from January 1 to January 15, 2024, with schools set to reopen on January 16, 2024," stated a circular from the Haryana government.
Several North Indian states, including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Delhi, Haryana, and others, are currently gripped by a cold wave and dense fog, prompting school authorities to declare winter breaks or holidays. Delhi schools, recognizing the impact of poor air quality on students, had an earlier winter vacation from November 9 to 18.
"The Winter Vacation for the Academic Session 2023-24 was earlier scheduled to be observed from 01.01.2024 (Monday) to 15.01.2024 (Monday). However, in order to ensure that our students are not adversely affected due to the poor air quality in Delhi, a portion of Winter Vacation was observed from 09.11.2023 to 18.11.2023," explained the Delhi government in a circular.
Winter vacations have been declared in Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh, in addition to Delhi and Haryana, as the cold spell continues to grip the northern regions.
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BRISBANE – Naomi Osaka’s first win at the elite level since becoming a mother didn’t come easily. It did come on Day 1 of the year, though. So that was two items Osaka checked off the list Monday for her comeback to professional tennis.
The former No. 1-ranked Osaka was broken while serving for the match at 5-3 in the second set and needed three match points before converting in the tiebreaker for a 6-3, 7-6 (9) victory over Tamara Korpatsch in the first round of the Brisbane International.
“I was super nervous the whole time,” Osaka, 26, said of her comeback match against the 28-year-old German player.
A two-time Australian and U.S. Open champion, Osaka pulled out of last year’s Australian Open in Melbourne before later revealing she was pregnant. The U.S.-based Japanese player and her partner, rapper Cordae, became parents to daughter Shai in Los Angeles in July.
Osaka had only played one game since her first-round exit at the 2022 U.S. Open. She was leading Daria Gavrilova 1-0 at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo in September of that year before the Australian retired from the match with injury.
Osaka said she has a renewed focus on living in the moment when it comes to her tennis.
“The last couple years that I played before I had my daughter, I didn’t return as much love as I was given,” she told the crowd at Pat Rafter Arena. "So I really feel like that’s what I want to do in this chapter.
"I just really appreciate people coming out and people knowing me and cheering for me.
Reigning Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Jelena Ostapenko, Victoria Azarenka, Sofia Kenin and Sloane Stephens are also in the 64-player women's draw at the Brisbane International, one of the key tune-up events for the Australian Open in Melbourne.
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AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis | https://www.ksat.com/sports/2024/01/01/naomi-osaka-wins-her-opening-match-on-return-to-elite-tennis-at-the-brisbane-international/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:53Z |
With the new year just around the corner, expect some changes for your next bus trip in Powell River.
The city says that for Powell River Transit, there will be regular service on Saturday, with Sunday seeing service only on Routes 1,2, and 3.
Routes 12, 13, 14 and the handyDart will have no service on Sunday, with no buses available on January 1.
While service will return to normal on Tuesday, the Zunga bus will not be in service on Monday or Tuesday. | https://www.mypowellrivernow.com/45294/news/island-coast/powell-river-bus-trips-to-change-this-new-years-weekend/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:55Z |
Big Ten Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
According to our projections, the best bet in terms of the total for the eight Big Ten bowl season games is Iowa vs. Tennessee -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, keep reading.
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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 (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Maryland +4.5 vs. Auburn
- Matchup: Auburn Tigers at Maryland Terrapins
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Maryland by 6.2 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
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Pick: Penn State -6 vs. Ole Miss
- Matchup: Ole Miss Rebels at Penn State Nittany Lions
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Penn State by 15.7 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Over 35.5 - Iowa vs. Tennessee
- Matchup: Iowa Hawkeyes at Tennessee Volunteers
- Projected Total: 42.2 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
Over 44.5 - Bowling Green vs. Minnesota
- Matchup: Bowling Green Falcons at Minnesota Golden Gophers
- Projected Total: 48.3 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 26
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Over 45.5 - Alabama vs. Michigan
- Matchup: Alabama Crimson Tide at Michigan Wolverines
- Projected Total: 48.9 points
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Russian and US space agencies have agreed to keep working together to deliver crews to the International Space Station (ISS) until at least 2025, Russian corporation Roscosmos said Thursday.
The space sector -- including its so-called cross-flights that involve sending crews from different nationalities on one spacecraft -- is a rare area of cooperation remaining between Moscow and Washington since Russia sent troops to Ukraine.
“An agreement was reached to continue cross-flights until 2025 inclusive,” Roscosmos said in a press release.
The decision was taken “to maintain the reliability of the ISS as a whole,” it added.
It also aims “to guarantee the presence of at least one representative of Roscosmos on the Russian segment and the presence of at least one representative of NASA on the American segment.”
The ISS was launched in 1998 at a time of increased US-Russia cooperation following the Cold War “Space Race.”
ISS partners -- the United States, Russia, Europe, Canada and Japan -- are for the moment only committed to operate the orbiting laboratory until 2024, though US officials have stated they want to continue until 2030.
Russia said in April that it planned to use the International Space Station until 2028, an apparent reversal of an earlier announcement to quit the orbiting laboratory after 2024. | https://en.prothomalo.com/science-technology/science/ctp9gza06n | 2024-01-01T05:23:56Z |
Goa CM extends New Year greetings, says govt committed to development
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant greeted people on New Years eve on Sunday and sought their support in making the coastal state swayampurna or self-dependent. May all have a Blessed, Happy and prosperous New Year 2024, the CM added.
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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant greeted people on New Year's eve on Sunday and sought their support in making the coastal state ''swayampurna'' or self-dependent. ''The state government has been working ceaselessly to implement various schemes for the effective welfare of the people. Keeping our determination higher, strengthening the spirit and looking forward in the new year, let us march towards self-reliance for making Goa 'Swayampurna' and usher in further progress and development in all spheres,'' he said.
''I wish everyone a joy and peace. May all have a Blessed, Happy and prosperous New Year 2024,'' the CM added.
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KASE morning session: USDKZT_TOM = 379.56
Based on the results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TОМ) made up KZT379.56 per dollar (KZT-0.95), at the trades volume of USD55,050 th. (USD+30,250 th.);
- on US dollar with settlements T+0 in tenge no deals were made; quotes were absent at the session close;
- on euro with settlements T+0 in tenge and in US dollars no deals were made. Quotes were absent at the session close;
- on Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) no deals were made; at the session close the bid made up KZT5.8000 per ruble, the ask - KZT5.8100 per ruble;
- weighted average Chinese yuan rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (CNYKZT_TOD) made up KZT56.5400 per yuan (KZT+0.1100), with the trading volume of CNY200 th. (CNY-300 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on CNYKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
All trends are indicated relative to the last value of a corresponding instrument of the previous business day. If at the previous morning session no deals were made in an instrument or it was not traded, the trend is not indicated. For the indicated instruments this session is the main one. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kase-morning-session-usdkzt_tom-379-56_a3493525/ | 2024-01-01T05:23:58Z |
PGA Tour unable to finalise deal with PIF ahead of Dec. 31 deadline
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The PGA Tour has made "meaningful progress" in negotiations with Strategic Sports Group (SSG)
Washington (Reuters) - The PGA Tour was unable to finalise a definitive partnership agreement with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund ahead of a Dec. 31 deadline but wants to extend negotiations into 2024 given "active and productive conversations", according to a memo seen by Reuters.
The PGA Tour has made "meaningful progress" in negotiations with Strategic Sports Group (SSG), the consortium of U.S.-based professional sports team investors that have entered the fray, according to a memo sent on Sunday to players by PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan.
"These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors," Monahan wrote in the memo.
According to Monahan, the PGA Tour's goal for 2024 is to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the Europe-based DP World Tour, bringing them on board as minority co-investors in PGA Tour Enterprises.
In June, the PGA Tour, PIF and DP World Tour announced a framework agreement to house their commercial operations in a new for-profit entity, PGA Tour Enterprises, and set Dec. 31 as a deadline to reach a definitive agreement.
As talks with the PIF, the main financial backer of LIV Golf, dragged on, outside investor interest in the PGA Tour has since heated up by way of SSG, an investment group headlined by Fenway Sports Group.
The framework agreement with the PIF, which came after the PGA Tour lost a handful of high-profile names to LIV Golf, divided the golfing world and irked some U.S. lawmakers.
PGA and DP World Tour did not immediately reply to requests for comment outside normal business hours and Reuters was not immediately able to reach PIF.
U.S. senators blasted the deal as "sportswashing," where the kingdom uses sports to improve its reputation as it faces criticism of its human rights record.
The expiration of the deadline comes after reigning Masters champion Jon Rahm, who had long been a consistent voice against LIV Golf, agreed on Dec. 7 to join the rival league for a deal that was reportedly in the range of $500 million.
For now, the tours will run independently, with LIV Golf holding the majority of its 14-event 2024 season outside the United States and the PGA Tour returning to a calendar-year schedule for the first time since 2012.
The PGA Tour will also unveil a radical new approach during its 2024 season as five of its eight limited-field signature events will have no cuts, a move made partly as a reaction to LIV Golf's structure. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781539-PGA-Tour-unable-to-finalise-deal-with-PIF-ahead-of-Dec.-31-deadline | 2024-01-01T05:23:59Z |
MINNEAPOLIS – Jordan Love threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score to put the Green Bay Packers in control of a spot in the playoffs with a 33-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night.
Aaron Jones rushed for 120 yards and Jayden Reed had two touchdown catches for the Packers (8-8), who can get the NFC's last wild-card spot by beating Chicago at home next week. Seattle's loss earlier in the day allowed them to climb above the cut.
Love went 24 for 33 for 256 yards in what was surely the finest game of his first year as the starter in the post-Aaron Rodgers era.
“He’s playing at an incredibly high level. I’m super happy for him, because he’s put in a ton of work to get to this point,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. “I really think the sky is the limit for us. He’s just showing a glimpse of what he can ultimately be.”
Last season, Rodgers and the Packers lost a win-and-in finale at home to Detroit and missed the playoffs.
“It’s an awesome vibe in the locker room, but at the same time everyone’s focused on what we’ve got in front of us,” Love said.
The Vikings (7-9) benched another turnover-prone quarterback after an interception and a fumble by Jaren Hall in the first half were converted into touchdowns by the Packers. Nick Mullens took over for Hall for the second half, the fifth time the Vikings have switched quarterbacks since Kirk Cousins tore his Achilles tendon in the fourth quarter of a 24-10 win at Green Bay on Oct. 29.
Detroit clinched the NFC North by beating Minnesota here last week, marking just the second time in 13 seasons the division wasn't won by either the Packers or the Vikings, but a prime-time game between these border-state rivals always generates plenty of energy in the stadium.
Cousins got the party off to a rowdy start when he — wearing a thick gold chain around his neck — and his son ripped off their shirts to lead the crowd in the “Skol!” chant and blow the Gjallarhorn. The “Go Pack Go!” serenades quickly joined the soundtrack, though, and this became quite the New Year’s Eve blowout.
Love was flustered two months ago in Green Bay by the Vikings defense. But despite his penchant for overthrows, he has come a long way and given the Packers abundant optimism for the future at quarterback that is missing in Minnesota with Cousins set to become a free agent and no clarity about a potential return.
Hall, who was the first reliever for Cousins two months ago only to be forced out of his first start with a concussion, hardly had any time to throw. Green Bay's defense that was shredded over the last three games by the Giants, Buccaneers and Panthers — and now missing starting cornerbacks Jaire Alexander (suspension) and Eric Stokes (hamstring) — took full advantage of the rookie from BYU.
Hall’s off-target throw in the first quarter glanced off the hands of Johnny Mundt — in an elevated role after the season-ending knee injury to Pro Bowl tight end T.J. Hockenson — and in the air to Corey Ballentine for an interception. Love’s 33-yard touchdown pass to Reed came two plays later.
Preston Smith’s strip-sack of Hall with 26 seconds left before halftime sealed the deal. Karl Brooks recovered at the Minnesota 37, and the Love-to-Reed connection got Green Bay in the end zone three plays after that for a 23-3 lead.
REED IS BOOKING IT
Reed has 10 touchdown catches to lead the Packers. The second-round draft pick from Michigan State set the franchise rookie record with 60 receptions, passing Sterling Sharpe (1988).
Both of Reed’s scores belong on the season highlight reel. Love did the work on the first one with the prettiest pass of the game to hit Reed in stride on a post route. Reed did the heavy lifting on the second by running a crossing route, dodging two tacklers after the catch and dragging another defender into the end zone.
Reed hurt his chest on that play and didn’t return for the second half. With Christian Watson and Dontayvion Wicks already sidelined by injuries, the Packers have some depth concern at wide receiver after Samori Toure also left in the fourth quarter. Reed was taken for additional tests after he was hurt.
“Hopefully he'll be all right for next week,” LaFleur said. “I know if there's anybody who can get through it, it's him.”
INJURY REPORT
Packers: Smith and RB A.J. Dillon (neck) left with injuries in the third quarter. ... LB Isaiah McDuffie (concussion) was carted off in the second quarter when he collided with Lukas Van Ness and Colby Wooden during a sack. McDuffie started in place of De’Vondre Campbell (neck), who missed his second consecutive game.
Vikings: RG Ed Ingram (shoulder) left in the third quarter. ... CB Byron Murphy (knee) was sidelined for the second straight game.
UP NEXT
Packers: host Chicago next Sunday.
Vikings: play at Detroit next Sunday.
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David Warner on Monday called time on one-day international cricket ahead of his farewell Test against Pakistan in Sydney, but kept the door open to play the 2025 Champions Trophy if needed.
The 37-year-old will pad up in his 112th and final Test this week, having plundered 8,695 runs at an average of 44.58, with 26 centuries and 36 half-centuries.
At a press conference at the Sydney Cricket Ground, he also announced his retirement from ODIs.
"I've got to give back to the family and also on the back of that I'm definitely retiring from one-day cricket as well," he said.
"That was something that I had said through the World Cup, get through that, and winning it in India, I think that's a massive achievement.
"So I'll make that decision today, to retire from those forms, which does allow me to go and play some other (T20) leagues around the world and sort of get the one-day team moving forward a little bit.
"I know there's a Champions Trophy coming up. If I'm playing decent cricket in two years' time and I'm around and they need someone, I'm going to be available," he added.
The Champions Trophy has not been played since 2017, but is set to be brought back in 2025 in Pakistan. Traditionally 50-over cricket, reports have said there is a push underway to make Twenty20.
Warner will leave one-day cricket after playing 161 matches, smashing 6,932 runs at average of 45.30. | https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/fpgvj0ovke | 2024-01-01T05:24:02Z |
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Based on our projections, the best bet against the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, keep reading.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) 9:14 am: Still image of Kerala excluded from Republic Day Parade
Kerala's still image was once again excluded from this year's Republic Day parade. The state had submitted a proposal to showcase a static visual model highlighting "Vikasita Bharat" and "India as the mother of democracy," providing 10 specimens for consideration. Unfortunately, none of these proposals were accepted. The Ministry of Defense conveyed to Kerala that states unable to feature in the Republic Day parade could showcase their still images during Bharat Parv.
9:05 am: Southern Railway raise concerns about Silver Line Project in Kerala
The Southern Railway has raised concerns about the Pinarayi Vijayan government's Silver Line project in a report to the Central Railway Board. The current alignment lacks proper consultation and could impede future rail development. The project may affect railway construction and train services, posing a financial burden on the railways. The report also states that the railways cannot release land for the Silver Line.
8:40 am: Husband commits suicide after killing wife in Ernakulam; crucial information out
Ernakulam: The husband committed suicide after hacking his wife to death in Ernakulam on Sunday, (December 31). The deceased were identified as Baby and Smitha. Their two daughters were also injured during the incident and were admitted to Medical Trust Hospital for treatment.
8:21 am: Pathanamthitta murder: Three people in police custody in connection with murder of old man in Mylapra
The police have taken three people suspected to be accused in the murder of an elderly person in Pathanamthitta. A 73-year-old George was found dead inside his shop on Saturday (Dec 30). The police said that the suspects were being interrogated.
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Nava Kerala Sadas to be held in 4 constituencies of Ernakulam today
The Nava Kerala Sadas will be held in four constituencies of Ernakulam district today. The event was postponed due to the demise of former CPI Secretary Kanam Rajendran. The program will be held at 3 p.m. in Thrikkakkara constituency.
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Congo President Tshisekedi re-elected after contested poll
Earlier on Sunday a group of nine opposition presidential candidates, including Katumbi, and six leaders of political parties asked supporters to take to the streets to protest after the release of the provisional results. JOINT DECLARATION "We categorically reject the sham election ...
Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected for a second term after getting more than 73% of the vote in a Dec. 20 poll, the country's election commission CENI said on Sunday. The declaration of the result follows days of opposition complaints about the way the election was conducted.
Announcing the results in the capital Kinshasa, Denis Kadima, head of CENI, said Tshisekedi had obtained more than 13 million votes out of over 18 million valid votes, adding that turnout was more than 43%. Cheers erupted from Tshisekedi's supporters present at the declaration after Kadima announced that Tshisekedi was provisionally elected.
Political parties, candidates and those mandated by them have two days to challenge the outcome of the election at the Constitutional Court. The court then has seven days to rule on the case and proclaim the final result. Opposition frontrunner Moise Katumbi, who came second with 18%, has already ruled out mounting a legal challenge to CENI's results, citing the alleged lack of independence of state institutions.
Other opposition candidates have not clarified whether they will challenge the results. Earlier on Sunday a group of nine opposition presidential candidates, including Katumbi, and six leaders of political parties asked supporters to take to the streets to protest after the release of the provisional results.
JOINT DECLARATION "We categorically reject the sham election ... and its results," the main opposition candidates said in a joint declaration. They demanded fresh elections be held with a new electoral body on a date to be agreed by all.
"We call on our people to take to the streets en masse after the proclamation of the electoral fraud," they said. The government of Congo had previously rejected calls for a rerun of the elections.
Logistical setbacks, an election day over-run, and an opaque vote count have fuelled a dispute that threatens to further destabilise a country roughly the size of Western Europe which is the world's top producer of cobalt and other prized industrial commodities. Since election day, some of Tshisekedi's main challengers, including former oil executive Martin Fayulu, have been calling for a re-run of the contest and of legislative elections, accusing CENI of allowing the vote to be tipped in the president's favour.
CENI and the government have dismissed these allegations and also warnings from independent observer groups that the unscheduled extension of voting and other incidents on election day, and during the tabulation of votes, may have compromised the credibility and legal footing of the poll.
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NASCAR Hall of Famer Cale Yarborough dies at age of 84
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Yarborough is survived by his wife Betty Jo, who he married in 1961, and his three daughters
(Reuters) - Cale Yarborough, who won three consecutive NASCAR Cup championships in a Hall of Fame racing career that included four Daytona 500 wins, died at age 84, NASCAR said on Sunday.
The news comes after NASCAR Vice President John Dodson in April said Yarborough "was not doing well" and asked fans to keep him in their prayers.
The South Carolina native won the NASCAR crown in 1976, 1977 and 1978, making him one of only two drivers in the sport's history to win three consecutive championships. He claimed 83 wins and 319 top-10 finishes during his NASCAR career that spanned from 1957 to 1988.
The three-time Driver of the Year award winner won the Daytona 500 in 1968, 1977, 1983, 1984 and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012.
“Cale Yarborough was one of the toughest competitors NASCAR has ever seen,” said NASCAR Chair and CEO Jim France in a statement. “His combination of talent, grit and determination separated Cale from his peers, both on the track and in the record book. He was respected and admired by competitors and fans alike and was as comfortable behind the wheel of a tractor as he was behind the wheel of a stock car."
Yarborough's NASCAR obit includes his actual victories in racing as well as yarns spun about the NASCAR legend "with varying degrees of truth behind it." Tales included that he survived a lightning strike, flew and landed an airplane without training and once wrestled an alligator in a swamp.
Yarborough was at the center of an iconic NASCAR moment when in the final lap of the 1979 Daytona 500, Yarborough and Donnie Allison crashed while racing for the lead. The drivers emerged from their cars and exchanged blows in a fight that was broadcasted on television.
"I think it opened the world's eyes to stock car racing. I mean, they said, 'These guys are for real. They'll get out and duke it out if they have to,'" Yarborough said years later, according to Yahoo Sports. "The only regret I have is that it wasn't a better fight."
William Caleb "Cale" Yarborough was born on March 27, 1939, to a tobacco farmer, in the tiny community of Sardis, just on the outskirts of Timmonsville, South Carolina. The oldest of three boys, Yarborough was just 10 years old when his father died in a plane crash.
A star athlete during high school, Yarborough went on to play semi-pro football for four seasons. He was also a Golden Gloves boxer for a period. Yarborough made his racing car debut in 1957 at the Southern 500.
Pete Hamilton, a rival of Yarborough during their racing careers, recalled a race at Michigan International Speedway in 1970 where Yarborough took the lead from him in the final two laps before beating him by 0.3 seconds to the finish.
Hamilton said what set Yarborough apart was his toughness. "We banged fenders all day long. At the end, he got paid for first," Hamilton said, according to Yahoo Sports. "It was his determination. In those days, we didn't have side glasses or window netting, so you could look over at the other guy going down the straightaway.
"I remember looking over at Cale. Even at 185 miles per hour, you could see the determination in his eyes." After retiring in 1988 he owned Cale Yarborough Motorsports, which competed in the Cup Series until 2000, and several agricultural businesses.
NASCAR greats Dale Earnhardt Jr., Richard Petty and Jimmie Johnson posted their condolences to his family online early on Sunday. Earnhardt wrote, "Sad news about the passing of Cale today. A legend behind the wheel for sure."
Petty wrote that Yarborough's rivalry with him will always "be a part of NASCAR history." And Johnson wrote that "Yarborough was my childhood hero...and the legacy of Cale Yarborough will forever live on." Yarborough is survived by his wife Betty Jo, who he married in 1961, and his three daughters. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781540-NASCAR-Hall-of-Famer-Cale-Yarborough-dies-at-age-of-84 | 2024-01-01T05:24:06Z |
The postponed written test of 45th BCS examinations might be held between 20 and 26 January.
Preferring not to be named, a senior official of Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) told Prothom Alo, “The written examination would be taken after the general election, tentatively at the end of January. It might be between 20 and 26 January.”
He said BPSC has taken preparation to take the written test by this time.
A BPSC press note on 24 November stated that the written test of 45th BCS scheduled to be held in all divisional cities including Dhaka from 27 November to 11 December has been postponed due to unavoidable reasons.
New date and time of the test will be published on the commission’s website in due time.
Earlier, the PSC had published the exam schedule fixing 27 November (Monday) as the date for the tests to be started.
However, a group of candidates had appealed to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) demanding postponement of their exam, because of the ongoing hartal and blockade of opposition political parties following the announcement of the schedule of 12th parliamentary election.
A total of 268,119 applicants sat for the preliminary test held on 19 May. A total of 12,789 candidates passed the preliminary test.
A total of 2,309 cadres will be recruited through the 45th BCS. Meanwhile, 1,022 candidates will be recruited in the non-cadre posts. | https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/r4qa2z9kda | 2024-01-01T05:24:08Z |
Anthony Edwards vs. Julius Randle and the New York Knicks: Stats, Projections and Game Preview
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 10:45 PM CST|Updated: 33 minutes ago
Julius Randle's New York Knicks (17-15) will host Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves (24-7) at Madison Square Garden on Monday, January 1. It tips off at 3:00 PM ET.
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Anthony Edwards & the Timberwolves
- Edwards' numbers on the season are 26 points, 5.2 assists and 5.4 boards per game.
- The Timberwolves have a +182 scoring differential, topping opponents by 5.9 points per game. They're putting up 113.3 points per game to rank 20th in the league and are allowing 107.4 per outing to rank first in the NBA.
- Minnesota pulls down 44.4 rebounds per game (11th in the league) while conceding 40.6 per outing to its opponents. It outrebounds opponents by 3.8 boards per game.
- The Timberwolves knock down 12.1 three-pointers per game (21st in the league) while shooting 38.2% from beyond the arc (fifth-best in the NBA). They are making 1.1 more threes per outing than their opponents, who drain 11 per game while shooting 33.9%.
- Minnesota has lost the turnover battle by 1.3 turnovers per game, committing 14.7 (27th in NBA action) while forcing 13.4 (13th in the league).
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Julius Randle & the Knicks
- Randle gets the Knicks 23.6 points, 9.6 boards and 4.8 assists per game. He also averages 0.6 steals and 0.2 blocks.
- The Knicks put up 115.3 points per game (15th in league) while allowing 113.9 per outing (14th in NBA). They have a +46 scoring differential and outscore opponents by 1.4 points per game.
- The 45 rebounds per game New York accumulates rank sixth in the NBA, four more than the 41 its opponents grab.
- The Knicks make 12.9 three-pointers per game (11th in the league) at a 37.5% rate (eighth-best in NBA), compared to the 13.6 their opponents make, shooting 37.6% from deep.
- New York and its opponents have been relatively even in the turnover battle. The Knicks commit 12.4 per game (seventh in league) and force 13 (17th in NBA).
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Ninety-six years after their first big-screen appearance, two of the most iconic and recognizable characters in the world are sailing straight into the public domain.
It marks the first time the characters of Mickey and Minnie Mouse can freely be used by artists, writers, and filmmakers in their artwork, books, or films without the fear of legal action from The Walt Disney Company.
"This is the juggernaut. This is it. This is Mickey Mouse," said Duke University School of Law Professor Jennifer Jenkins.
But just to be clear, it's not the modern Mickey we know today with his bright red pants and cartoonish voice—it's the mischievous, voiceless, and black-and-white boat captain from "Steamboat Willie."
The short film debuted in 1928 as a technical marvel—the first cartoon to feature synchronized sound. But today, the eight-minute animation is remembered more as the work that catapulted the career of Walt Disney, introduced the world to Disney's longest-running mascots, and helped change copyright law as we know it.
"I kind of feel like the pipe on the steamboat, like expelling smoke," said Jenkins. "It's so exciting that it's finally here. I mean, when I started my job, as a joke, I had a 'Free the Mouse' bumper sticker."
"Steamboat Willie" was originally supposed to enter the public domain in 1984, when the film turned 56, and again in 2004, when the film turned 75. But as Disney became the entertainment powerhouse it still is today, the company lobbied the U.S. government to pass two copyright protection acts to extend its exclusive ownership over the character.
Critics referred to this as the "Mickey Mouse Protection Act," but that comes to an end this year.
"It's exhilarating. But I've been feeling this exhilarating feeling since 2019, because that's the first time after a 20-year drought that any published work at all entered the public domain in the United States," said Jenkins.
The extended copyright terms didn't just stop Mickey and Minnie Mouse from entering the public domain. It also stopped any work of fiction from losing its copyright from 1999 to 2019. That included books like "The Great Gatsby," which entered the public domain in 2021, and A.A. Milne's original "Winnie-the-Pooh," which joined the public the next year.
The characters have since been adapted into graphic novels, video games, a Broadway musical, and a horror movie. All of that could likely soon happen to "Steamboat Willie," but that doesn't mean there's no legal risk at all, as Disney can still claim copyright over later iterations of its characters, including the iconic Sorcerer Mickey from the 1940 film "Fantasia."
A spokesperson from The Walt Disney Company noted: "More modern versions of Mickey will remain unaffected by the expiration of the Steamboat Willie copyright, and Mickey will continue to play a leading role as a global ambassador for the Walt Disney Company in our storytelling, theme park attractions, and merchandise."
Beyond copyright, the House of Mouse also holds a trademark on its famous character, meaning only The Walt Disney Company can use Mickey as its logo and corporate mascot.
That means you can't pretend to be The Walt Disney Company by using the Mickey Mouse branding. But if you want to write your own version of "Steamboat Willie," feel free to go full steam ahead.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Ernakulam: A man committed suicide after hacking his wife to death in Ernakulam on Sunday (Dec 31). Baby killed his wife, Smitha, allegedly over a family property dispute. Their two daughters were also injured in the scuffle and were admitted to Medical Trust Hospital in Kochi.
According to the latest reports, the police, during the investigation, obtained a note from their home. Baby was addicted to drinking and there were frequent family problems in the home. He used to fight with his wife after getting drunk. There was a dispute over property between the husband and the wife. The police recovered the details from the note.
The family lived near Piravom JMP Hospital. The incident came to light when one of the daughters informed the neighbours. The residents of the area said that Baby was having some mental discomfort in the meantime. The two daughters, who are in the hospital, survived the incident. The daughters, who are both nursing students, had come home for Christmas vacation when the appalling incident took place.
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Christmas and New Year are known for heavy drinking, and heavy hangovers - so it is worth working out what the best remedies are going to be ahead of time. A study found one in five adults will simply stay home all day with the curtains closed and 17 per cent rely on the ‘hair of the dog’ - aka more alcohol - to fend off a hangover, while others guzzle noodle soup, ginger-based foods and take long showers.
The top food to stave off the nausea of a hangover was revealed to be a full English breakfast – while 37 per cent do their best to drink a pint of water before going to sleep. But 43 per cent say staying hydrated throughout the night is the single best way to ward off a hangover the next morning.
The research was commissioned by essntial delivery service Zapp which has teamed up with TV Doctor, Dr Zoe Williams, to provide some hangover advice this Christmas. Dr Zoe said: “Depending on your weight and other factors, it takes about one hour for a healthy liver to process a unit of alcohol.
"Consider stopping drinking well before the end of the evening, so the process can begin before you go to bed. The only 100 per cent effective hangover cure is prevention, either through drinking moderately, or not at all but we all know that Christmas can get the better of us."
The average adult estimates they’ve had 80 hangovers to date in their life so far – with 15 per cent reporting 200 or more. Saturday and Sundays were deemed the most common mornings during Christmas to wake up feeling the after-effects of one too many drinks.
Water, coffee and tea were chosen as the best liquids to combat a hangover, followed by 'full-fat' Coca-Cola and classic Lucozade. One in 10 fully expect to wake up on Christmas Day with a blazing hangover, and Brits even think their worst ones can last for two days.
Despite the bad press, 32 per cent confess to secretly quite enjoy being hungover, and seven in 10 admit to having had one at work. But more than one in three (37 per cent) have had a Christmas Day ‘ruined’ by the effects of too much Christmas spirit, according to the OnePoll.com figures.
Steve O’Hear, Vice President of Strategy at Zapp, said: “Hangover cures work and thanks to Dr Zoe we now know the science behind why. Yet, as our research reveals, very few of us plan ahead for the day after and are too often caught short when it comes to hangover cures."
TOP FIVE HANGOVER TIPS FROM DR ZOE WILLIAMS
1. Have a good breakfast - it’s important to eat something to bring your blood sugar back up to normal
2. Avoid the hair of the dog – it only delays the problem and routine ‘hair of the dog’ drinking can lead to increased tolerance of alcohol
3. Hydration – drink plenty of water before going to sleep and keep a couple of glasses by the bed
4. Medication – take a paracetamol to help ease a headache and an antacid to settle your stomach
5. Avoid dark-coloured drinks – they contain a higher proportion of natural chemicals which affect the body’s abilities to break down ethanol as fast
35 HANGOVER CURES BRITS SWEAR BY
1. Staying hydrated
2. Plenty of sleep
3. A pint of water before going to sleep
4. Pain relief tablets
5. Fresh air
6. A full cooked breakfast
7. A bacon sandwich
8. A long shower
9. Going for a walk
10. Tea
11. Lots of carbs
12. Lots of caffeine
13. Watching Netflix/films in bed
14. Toast
15. Fruit
16. Salty foods
17. Orange Juice
18. A hot bath
19. Staying indoors with the curtains closed
20. Vitamins
21. Hair of the dog (continuing to drink the next day)
22. Energy drinks
23. Sex
24. Chocolate
25. Milk
26. A sausage roll
27. A cup of tea before going to sleep
28. Biscuits
29. Sweets
30. Noodle soup
31. Ice cream
32. Swimming
33. Going to the gym
34. Ginger based foods
35. Ginseng supplements | https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/dr-zoe-williams-lists-five-28211429 | 2024-01-01T05:24:09Z |
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office shares their advice for how to say safe this New Year’s Eve.
Deputy Brendan Hurley said “We’re just asking that if you know you’re going to go out, you’re going to be drinking, it’s 2023, almost 2024 there’s plenty of options out there. If you want to call a friend, you want to call a family member, be the designated driver yourself. There’s ride shares, there’s tons of options out there so that you don’t have to worry about getting home safely if you’ve been drinking.”
Hurley says deputies want to keep everybody safe this holiday and will be on the lookout for drunk drivers tonight. He reminds Rochester residents that two drinks within an hour will put you over the legal limit. | https://www.rochesterfirst.com/monroe-county-sheriffs-office/new-years-eve-safety-tips-from-monroe-county-sheriffs-office/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:09Z |
Bales of Cocaine Wash Ashore in New South Wales
Authorities in Australia are hunting for the source of all the cocaine that has washed up on the shores of New South Wales (NSW) over the past week.
NSW Police Force announced that over the span of seven days, several packages of cocaine washed ashore on the province's northern beaches. The first discovery occurred on December 22, when officers were called to Magenta Beach. A member of the public located a suspicious package which had washed ashore nearby. Local police attended and seized the item, which allegedly contained 39 sealed packages inside, suspected to be approximately 39 kilograms of cocaine.
Members of the public allegedly located a further seven individually wrapped packages that were believed to contain seven kilogram of cocaine. Separately, a fisherman located a blue barrel containing 39 individually wrapped one-kilo bricks. In yet another discovery, a member of the public found a suspicious package containing approximately 39 individually sealed packages believed to be approximately 39 kilograms of cocaine.
While the source of the drugs remains a mystery, the State Crime Command has launched investigations after the local police had carried out initial inquiries. The seized packages are set to undergo further forensic examination.
PolAir and Marine Area Command, as well as Australian Border Force and Surf Life Saving NSW have also been incorporated in the investigation, which could lead to the seizure of any outstanding packages and the determination of their origin.
The packages might have been surreptitiously attached to the hull of a cargo ship and then torn loose by a storm, according to one theory circulated by NSW Police. A combination of weather patterns produced by Cyclone Jasper could have then washed them ashore. Some of the bales were encrusted in "significant barnacle growth," which would support the idea that they had been underwater for a long time.
“Detectives and specialist police are currently combing beaches and coastlines for any outstanding packages and working behind the scenes to make sure we find and hold accountable those responsible,” said Jason Weinstein, Director of State Crime Command, Detective Chief Superintendent.
The discovery of the drugs washing ashore comes when NSW is witnessing an unprecedented increase in narcotics seizures. Just last week, the NSW Police Robbery and Serious Crime Squad detectives charged five men over an alleged kidnapping attempt that led to the discovery of 722 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value of over US$680 million. | https://maritime-executive.com/article/bales-of-cocaine-wash-ashore-in-new-south-wales | 2024-01-01T05:24:09Z |
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Dengue deaths in 2023 double the total toll in 23 years
From the beginning of 2023, the country witnessed a severe turn in the dengue outbreak, registering 3,21,179 hospitalisations and 1,705 deaths from January to December.
Analysing the data of the Directorate General of Health Services, it was found that all the records of the country's 24-year history of dengue were broken last year.
As per the directorate, 868 people died from dengue in Bangladesh in 23 years from 2000 to 2022. Till 2022, the number of dengue infected people was 2,43,748. In 2023 alone, 1,705 dengue patients died.
The country's first dengue cases were detected in 2000 and 5,551 dengue patients were hospitalised that year. Ninety-three of them died.
After remaining inactive for a few years since then, Dengue has returned in an epidemic form in the country in the last five years.
After 2020, dengue cases and deaths gradually decreased, but in 2019, the country witnessed a worsening dengue situation. In 2019, more than 1 lakh dengue patients were hospitalised and 179 people died.
In 2020, the number of dengue infections was low during the Covid-19 pandemic. Seven dengue patients died in 2020, 105 died in 2021 and 281 died in 2022.
Experts say that the country's dengue situation will worsen day by day if traditional methods of Aedes mosquito control are not changed to vector management.
Due to climate change, the rainfall pattern of the country is also changing. Dengue prevention is not possible unless measures are taken to control mosquitoes throughout the year.
Previously, the dengue outbreak in the country was mostly centred in Dhaka city. It has now spread across the country.
In 2023, the number of dengue patients outside Dhaka was more than double. However, 58% of the dengue deaths in the country were from the two city corporations of Dhaka. The role of the two city corporations in the capital in dengue control was also criticised by various quarters.
Dr Manjur Ahmed Chowdhury, former president of the Zoological Society of Bangladesh and chairman of the Centre for Governance Study, told The Business Standard, "Many say that dengue control is a technical issue, but the biggest problem here is the lack of good governance. Good governance is essential in Aedes mosquito control."
Entomologists have repeatedly been calling for mosquito control through vector management but the city corporation and local government have not applied it, he added.
According to a survey conducted by the Directorate General of Health Services in December 2023, the presence of larvae in buildings in Dhaka has increased almost three times compared to the post-monsoon period of 2022.
The health directorate says that dengue is now a year-round problem. To overcome it, all departments have to take regular programmes throughout the year.
"To effectively combat dengue, it is essential to initiate the implementation of plans right from the start of the year. When the Aedes density increases, the measures are not very effective," said entomologist Prof Kabirul Bashar, who was involved in the survey of the health directorate.
The density of Aedes mosquitoes in Dhaka is also very high during winter, he said, adding that unless immediate action is taken to implement science-based integrated mosquito control management, the situation could deteriorate further by 2024.
Dhaka South Chief Health Officer Dr Fazle Shamsul Kabir told TBS that work is underway to control dengue.
"We will work to control the Aedes mosquito from January. Culex mosquitoes are now being eradicated. We have a plan to work on year-round mosquito control," he said. | https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/health/dengue-deaths-2023-double-total-toll-23-years-767546 | 2024-01-01T05:24:09Z |
Arteta frustrated by Arsenal's 'worst performance' in defeat at Fulham
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Arteta's men have now won just one of their last five league games
London (AFP) – Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his side produced their worst performance of the season in a damaging 2-1 defeat at Fulham on Sunday that dealt a further blow to the Gunners' Premier League title aspirations.
Arteta's men have now won just one of their last five league games to fall two points behind leaders Liverpool, having played a game more.
But while the Spaniard could cling to positives despite defeat to Aston Villa and West Ham in recent weeks, the Arsenal boss made no defence for his players at Craven Cottage.
"We weren't good enough," said Arteta. "The other day we lost a game (against West Ham) we fully deserved to win and today we were nowhere near the level. "This one you have to isolate because it's the worst performance of the season."
A lack of a clinical striker has been pinpointed as the major flaw among Arteta's squad that may prevent them from winning a first league title in 20 years. But Arsenal also kept just one clean sheet in eight games in December.
Arteta rejected suggestions he needs to further reinforce his squad in the January transfer window. However, he warned his players that any such repeat performances will scupper their quest to dethrone Manchester City as champions.
"If we play like we played in the other 19 games we will be up there," he added. "If we play like today, we will be nowhere near. Today was a really difficult day to swallow."
Arsenal remain in fourth, but could even drop out of the Champions League places before they are in Premier League action again in three weeks' time. Fulham had lost their previous three league games without even scoring a goal.
The return of Raul Jimenez from suspension, though, proved the catalyst for an impressive display and three points for Marco Silva's side. Jimenez slotted home the equaliser after Bukayo Saka had fired Arsenal into an early lead.
Bobby De Cordova-Reid then grabbed the winner just before the hour mark after Arsenal failed to clear a corner. "Really the best way to finish 2023, definitely. Our ambition was to finish on a high and react from the last two games," said Silva.
"I really believe we deserve it. Over the 95 minutes we deserved it more." | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781544-Arteta-frustrated-by-Arsenal%5C's-%5C'worst-performance%5C'-in-defeat-at-Fulham | 2024-01-01T05:24:12Z |
KASE morning session: USDKZT_TOM = 379.83
Based on the results of trades on the spot-market:
- weighted average US dollar rate with settlements T+1 in tenge (USDKZT_TОМ) made up KZT379.83 per dollar (KZT-0.83), at the trades volume of USD24,800 th. (USD+4,850 th.);
- on US dollar with settlements T+0 in tenge no deals were made; quotes were absent at the session close;
- on euro with settlements T+0 in tenge and in US dollars no deals were made. Quotes were absent at the session close;
- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made KZT5.7650 per ruble at the trades volume RUB5,000 th.;
- weighted average Chinese yuan rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (CNYKZT_TOD) made up KZT56.4300 per yuan (KZT+0.0750), with the trading volume of CNY500 th. (CNY-200 th.).
On the currency swap transactions market:
- on CNYKZT_0_001 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent;
- on CNYKZT_0_002 no deals were made; at the session close quotes in the KASE trading system were absent.
All trends are indicated relative to the last value of a corresponding instrument of the previous business day. If at the previous morning session no deals were made in an instrument or it was not traded, the trend is not indicated. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kase-morning-session-usdkzt_tom-379-83_a3493102/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:12Z |
Those who break law will be arrested: Siddaramaiah on Pratap Simha's accusations
"Those who break the law will be arrested, no one will be arrested if they are innocent. People will not be harmed in our government, and those who committed crimes will be prosecuted..." the Chief Minister said.
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After Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pratap Simha took a jibe at the Karnataka Chief Minister for 'targeting his family to save his own son', Siddaramaiah said that those who "break the law" will be arrested. "Those who break the law will be arrested, no one will be arrested if they are innocent. People will not be harmed in our government, and those who committed crimes will be prosecuted..." the Chief Minister said speaking to reporters on Sunday.
Siddaramaiah's comments came after Pratap Simha came down heavily on the Karnataka Chief Minister since his brother Vikram Simha was arrested by forest department officials from Bengaluru over the allegation of cutting trees in the forest area of Hassan. "I would like to garland and appreciate Siddaramaiah Sir for two reasons. For his son's future and for his political career, he can go to any extent. He can do anything to clear others for his son's Lok Sabha seat from Mysore- Kodagu," Pratap Simha said. Siddaramaiah's son, Yathindra is an MLA from Varuna.
Simha claimed that to safeguard his son, Siddaramaih is ready to "destroy" the former's family. "Everyone must learn from Siddaramaih; everyone does not get such a father. I appreciate you for that reason. Just to safeguard your son, you're ready to destroy the Pratap Simha family," he said.
Simha said that Siddaramaiah does not care to speak when a Dalit lady is stripped naked and tied to a pole. "You don't speak when a Dalit lady is stripped naked and tied to a pole. You didn't speak about it. You're a brilliant politician, sir," he said.
Pratap Simha attained limelight when it came to light that he had issued passes to two of the miscreants who rampaged the Parliament on December 13. Meanwhile, speaking about the consecration ceremony of Lord Ram Lalla at Ayodhya on January 22, Siddaramaiah said that his party is not against the issue of Ayodhya Ram Mandir and is in favour of Ram Mandir.
"We are not against the issue of Ayodhya Ram Mandir, we are not against building a temple either, we are not against Ram Mandir we are in favour of Ram Mandir...," the Chief Minister said. (ANI)
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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