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Premier League Anytime Goal Scorer Prop Bets & Odds in the US Today, January 1
Published: Dec. 20, 2023 at 10:33 PM CST|Updated: 51 minutes ago
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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)
- Opponent: Liverpool FC
- Games Played: 19
- Goals: 3
James McConnell, Liverpool FC (+450)
- Opponent: Newcastle United
- Games Played: 8
- Goals: 0
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The Bills deserve to be excited about their chance next week in Miami.
This was a team that seemed dead in the water five weeks ago. Buffalo was 6-6 with less than a 20 percent chance to make the playoffs. The Bills fought their way out of it with four straight wins. Tough wins. Road wins. Wins over playoff teams. It’s a helluva gutty run.
And the reward is a winner take all match for the AFC East against a Dolphins team that’s losing key pieces left and right. Buffalo is a 2.5 point favorite on the road. They should be. I’ll believe in their fight over most other teams and (spoiler alert) I’ll pick them to beat the Dolphins.
I’m just not sure it’s fair to expect the Bills to accomplish much more this season.
Rasul Douglas certainly paid off Brandon Beane’s deadline trade for him against the Patriots. Two interceptions–one for a touchdown–and he created a third. This was Douglas at his best. He’s a cobra as a corner. Always looking for a chance to strike. Bailey Zappe left Orchard Park with fang marks everywhere.
On a defense best known for bend, don’t break, Douglas is built only for the breaking. It’s a fascinating add. He’s not better than Tre White, but as a number one corner, he’s a better attacker than White. The thing Douglas does well, he does better than anyone Sean McDermott has ever had on his Bills defense.
Taron Johnson was asked about what makes Douglas so dangerous. He started to say Douglas has to have a low care-factor, but thought better of it because it’s not the right answer. Douglas might jump routes guilt free, but this is a player who takes his craft as ultra seriously as anyone.
Douglas had a better explanation for what goes through his mind with the ball in the air.
“If you keep making plays, no one is gonna say anything,” the veteran said plainly and wisely. “Steph Curry keeps taking crazy shots, but he keeps making them. What you gonna say as a coach? You’re gonna be like, ‘All right. Keep shooting them’.”
There were other heroes from the defense. Terrel Bernard made good on a couple of free runs for sacks courtesy well-schemed McDermott blitzes. Christian Benford perfectly Peanut Punched the only turnover of the day that didn’t involve Douglas.
Ed Oliver’s Captain America season featured another ridiculous highlight. The grace of his diving, one handed interception almost makes you wonder if the Bills should have him running routes. Then again, Oliver added another sack against New England and is within a half sack of his first double digit season. Let’s just enjoy his greatness as is.
And how about Sam Bleeping Martin? He paid tribute to Tiger Woods’ birthday by sticking wedges all afternoon. All six of his punts were downed inside the 20. Three inside the 10. Two pinned New England at the five yard line or closer. No punter every had more kicks without once leaving the ball outside the 20 yard line. As punters go, he was a weapon.
For all the above success, I can’t help but walk away from Highmark Stadium slightly more concerned about the Buffalo big picture. The team that made Taylor Swift sad and Dak Prescott inept has lost a good chunk of the swagger and the reason is obvious.
The offense is cracking. Again.
Buffalo scored 20 points (and would have had more if they needed it late), but the first three scoring drives were 4, 14 and 24 yards. James Cook was pedestrian with 16 carries for three yards a pop. The one long drive was mostly catching Kyle Duggar with a slow reaction at the snap in man coverage. Give Dalton Kincaid credit for making Duggar pay, but it was much more New England mistake than Buffalo success.
Josh Allen doesn’t look anything like Josh Allen. He hasn’t thrown for 250 yards in his last four games, a first for him since 2019. Granted, the Bills didn’t need him much in the thrashing of Dallas.
Last week, he faced one of the NFL’s worst pass defenses. This week, he caught an average New England group without top safety Jabril Peppers. The pass game was sloppy and unproductive both weeks. Allen even threw in a classic Chaos Josh facepalm level interception in both games that will have his critics frothing.
McDermott was asked what the issue might be with Allen’s struggles the last few weeks. “If we knew, we would have fixed it by now,” was the answer. The same thing repeated in press conferences after rough games under Ken Dorsey. Yep, we’re back here again. And McDermott has already played the firing a coordinator card.
Stefon Diggs has not been anything close to a number one receiver. He’s now up to six of seven games with less than 50 yards receiving and no more than five receptions. To be a number one receiver, you must be actually on the field. Diggs’ snap counts were at 46% and 60% the last two games–a career low with the Bills. The numbers aren’t in for this week as of late Sunday, but it’s unlikely that number took any kind of a large jump.
Allen to Diggs in particular and the passing game in general has been the Bills fastball, but there’s no gas left on this heater. I thought the run game put up a good fight against the NFL’s top run D. Buffalo’s defense had big plays falling out of their ears. But that’s the offspeed stuff for the Bills. Curves and sliders alone don’t last long in the playoffs.
The good news is the Bills weren’t the only team winning ugly from among the AFC contenders. As mentioned above, Miami lost two defensive starters to injury and Tua Tagovailoa didn’t finish on Sunday. A game that, by the way, the Dolphins lost by FIVE(!) touchdowns. The Chiefs closed their game against one of the NFL’s worst defenses with eight straight drives that failed to reach the end zone. Everyone else in the AFC wild card picture not named Houston is on at least plan B at quarterback.
Baltimore has separated from the AFC pack, but if the Bills handle their business next week, they won’t have to worry about the Ravens for a while. A win next week earns a two-seed. That means two home games of proving Buffalo is the best among the AFC’s second class. And THEN, the Ravens. Maybe.
When the Bills got hot in 2021 after a sluggish midseason, they won four straight by at least 12 points each. Buffalo rolled into the playoffs with steam. This team isn’t doing that. This team has struggled to survive two last place teams on second string quarterbacks the last two weeks. It’s hard to imagine that same team winning three straight games against playoff caliber teams.
The Bills don’t have to win three straight. They have to win one at a time. The first one probably comes next week in Miami. If the Bills lose to the Dolphins, they would need a loss by Jacksonville or Pittsburgh to slide in as a wild card. The Jags face a last place Tennessee team. Pittsburgh is in Baltimore and the Ravens have already cliched homefield advantage. It’s very possible they don’t play any key starters. The back door likely won’t be open for Buffalo.
They probably won’t need it. The Bills haven’t been pretty. They’ve certainly raised some concern. But they’ve won the games they had to win. The result is an opportunity to end up right where Western New York thought they’d be all along: atop the AFC East with a reasonable chance to contend for a Super Bowl. | https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/thad-brown-bills-raise-concern-but-earn-title-shot/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:15Z |
(MENAFN- IANS) Chandigarh, Jan 1 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday extended wishes for New Year 2024 to all people and the brave soldiers who guard the borders of the nation.
He prayed that the coming year ushers in prosperity and happiness in everyone's lives.
In a message here, the Chief Minister said New Year brings new energy, new enthusiasm and new zeal.
“The New Year is an opportunity to make new resolutions.”
He said the main goal of the government is to fulfill the principle of 'Sarvajan Hitay-Sarvjan Sukhay', the foundation of Antyodaya.
“We will ensure more intensity in the campaign to make public welfare services accessible to the public with complete transparency.”
The Chief Minister said,“in the past nine years, we have tried to develop a culture of good governance in order to curb corruption and the government is very much successful in strengthening the system to a large extent.”
--IANS
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Senegal's First Offshore Oilfield Set to Start Up in Mid-2024
Australian oil and gas company Woodside Energy is targeting first oil from the Sangomar offshore project in Senegal towards the middle of next year now that its FPSO, Léopold Sédar Senghor, has departed Singapore. The Sangomar field is located about 50 nautical miles south of Dakar, Senegal’s capital, and it will be the country’s first offshore oil development.
The FPSO, a former VLCC converted by Japanese operator Modec, is sailing 12,000 nautical miles to the site.
Senegal is fast emerging as a major hydrocarbon-producing nation. Since 2014, exploratory efforts have turned up more than one billion barrels of oil and 120 trillion cubic feet of natural gas offshore. The country expects to earn $1.4 billion in revenues over the next two years, based on a benchmark price of $90 per barrel from the Sangomar offshore field and BP's Greater Tortue Ahmeyim gas project.
The FPSO, formerly the VLCC Astipal, has been undergoing conversion over the past three years. Built in 2001, Astipal was acquired by Modec in 2020 before sailing to China for the conversion. The hull and marine works, external turret and topsides module installation and conversion work were completed by COSCO Shipyard.
The FPSO then sailed to Seatrium in Singapore. The (recently-merged) yard's scope of work included topsides integration, as well as support for the onshore commissioning.
The sailing of the FPSO is another step forward for the Sangomar project, which is now on course for first oil in mid-2024. The FPSO will be capable of processing 100,000 barrels of crude oil per day, 130 million cubic feet of gas per day, 145,000 barrels of water injection per day, and will have a minimum storage capacity of 1.3 million barrels of crude oil.
“Sangomar is Senegal’s first offshore oil development and we remain committed to working with the government of Senegal and local communities to ensure that the benefits from our investments are felt broadly across the country,” said Meg O’Neill, Woodside CEO.
Modec said the conversion of the FPSO was a demanding project in terms of both technical and execution complexity, with the challenges compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The FPSO Léopold Sédar Senghor is Modec’s fifth FPSO to be delivered to West Africa. The company has some 30 years of operational experience in the region and currently operates two FPSOs in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. | https://maritime-executive.com/article/senegal-s-first-offshore-oilfield-set-to-start-up-in-mid-2024 | 2024-01-01T05:24:16Z |
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Rice calls for mentality change after Arsenal suffer second straight defeat
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(Reuters) - Arsenal need to build a stronger in-game mentality, midfielder Declan Rice said after the north London club dropped points in back-to-back matches with a 2-1 defeat against Fulham on Sunday, hurting their Premier League title challenge.
Arsenal failed to capitalise on an early lead given by Bukayo Saka at Craven Cottage, slipping to fourth place on 40 points at the halfway stage of the campaign, having lost 2-0 at home against West Ham United on Thursday.
While there may be pressure from reigning champions Manchester City and this season's surprise package Aston Villa's victories over the weekend, Rice said Arsenal will not hit the panic button.
"When you go 1-0 up, you need to take more control and have more self-belief," Rice told Sky Sports. "You need to have more desire, the mentality needs to be better. We need to demand more for each other.
"In this league, there's no room to mess up. There's so many good teams around you and we want to be pushing up the top end of the table. It's a tough one to take today." Arsenal are not fixated on the points table, Rice added.
Villa moved up to 42 points, the same as Liverpool, who lead on goal difference and host Newcastle United later on Monday, while City sit third with a game in hand.
"There's a lot of media who talk and say 'Arsenal will win the league this year, Arsenal are better this year', and whatnot. But we don't get involved in that, we just try to take every game as we can, one by one," Rice said.
"We've been doing really well. There's been a blip in the road, but there's no room to panic. There's still so many games to go, we need to stay positive. It's not the time to be negative." | https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/781547-Rice-calls-for-mentality-change-after-Arsenal-suffer-second-straight-def | 2024-01-01T05:24:19Z |
Around 10 miles north of Carmarthen, amid beautiful countryside and set within an acre of enchanting grounds, you’ll find a centuries-old country house. Dating back to at least the mid-17th century it has a fascinating history which includes tales of the Rebecca Riots and a former resident who was once Lord Lieutenant of Carmarthenshire.
Despite being somewhat off the beaten track this corner of Carmarthenshire has garnered itself quite a reputation as somewhere where one can find quality dining experiences with ease. There are a number of country eateries which offer everyone living in these parts plenty of choice when it comes to dining out. As well as other successful nearby pubs and restaurants the well-renowned Y Polyn and Wright’s Food Emporium are within 10 miles of here – both of which have rightly been lauded as two of the finest places to eat in west Wales, attracting diners from far afield. To get the latest Carmarthenshire stories sent directly to you for free click here.
But if you’ve heard of them you may not have heard of this place – until now. Situated in the village of Brechfa, hidden away in the wonderful Cothi Valley and surrounded by forestry as far as the eye can see, is Tŷ Mawr. A country hotel and restaurant it has six rooms offering guests a tranquil stay away from the hustle and the bustle. Located in the village itself you can walk to the community shop, the local pub, or you can take a hike through a forest – Tŷ Mawr has the ability to make you feel part of a community yet also wonderfully isolated.
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It has a five out of five rating on Tripadvisor based on more than 300 reviews. One recent visitor wrote “the food is exceptional and well worth a visit – we live six hours away and this is our second visit, that’s how much we like Tŷ Mawr,” while another said: “This hotel is like staying with friends who cook exquisite food and wait on you”. Those ‘friends who cook and wait on you’ are Gill Brown and David Hart. They previously lived in London where they worked in the hospitality industry before they took an almighty plunge in May 2022 by taking over their own business in the Carmarthenshire countryside. “We’ve been in hospitality for the whole of our careers really,” said Gill.
“We spoke a lot during the Covid pandemic about what we wanted to do and we realised we wanted to run a business ourselves. We were in quite senior roles before and when that happens you tend to move further and further away from the coalface. You sell your soul a bit when you work for these big companies and what we wanted to do was very different. We wanted to buy somewhere authentic, somewhere that would allow us to be authentic ourselves, and we were very fortunate when this place came on the market.”
Gill’s partner David’s family are from the Carmarthen area and his parents now live in Pembrokeshire so it made perfect sense for the couple to relocate to the country. As you amble around the grounds at Tŷ Mawr, with the Afon Morlais trickling beside you as it makes its way to join the Cothi, it feels a million miles away from the bright lights of London. The old house was once a village school in the 1800s and during the Rebecca Riots in 1843 – a series of protests carried out by farmers and workers in response to increasing levels of taxation – the Dragoons who were sent to break up and stamp out the rioting were stationed here.
In more recent history it was in bought in 1976 and transformed into a hotel, which opened in 1979, and since then it has been expanded into what it is today. Being Grade II-listed any changes made to Tŷ Mawr are done with the utmost care and attention to ensure that it maintains that special, rustic feel which oozes off the walls as you dine next to the fireplace. The restaurant is open Wednesdays through to Sundays with a daily-changing menu made up of freshly-prepared locally-sourced ingredients creating dishes like mackerel donut to start, stuffed and rolled pork belly for main, and sticky banana and walnut loaf if you have enough room to spare by dessert.
If you’re staying the night you won’t find a better or cosier option anywhere in west Wales than room six – better known as Coedwig Brechfa (Brechfa Forest) as named by staff members. It’s attached to the hotel but has its own front door, a huge bed, a sofa, a large TV on the wall, a spacious en suite bathroom, and a bookcase adorned with classics. It’s dog-friendly too if you’re looking for a getaway but want to share the joy with your pooch. “I love it here,” said Gill. “When you start in this business you get the bug for it – it just gets you and draws you in. But when you’re in it and you get some success you can wake up one day and realise that all the things that you found fun and challenging, things that made you jump out of bed in the morning, have gone.
"So since moving here we have the ability to make decisions for ourselves, to be able to do all the things that we are passionate about in hospitality – it’s brilliant. We’re so passionate about delivering something special to everyone who steps through that door – we want people to feel like they are friends of ours when they come here. Our team has been brilliant. I know it’s a bit of a cliché but we're all like one family. Having a small business is very different to being in the corporate world. You don’t have to make difficult choices – we can implement all the things that make our staff enjoy coming to work.”
Gill only came to Wales for the first time about six or seven years ago and she continues to be left astounded by the country’s beauty and the way of life it conjures up. Her partner David had warned her that it has a tendency to rain too much but even the odd washout during the summer has not dampened her enthusiasm for the place she now calls home. “I’m not from Wales, I’m a Londoner,” she said. “But the guests here think I’m a real nerd of Wales because I’m always boasting about it and talking about all the things to do around here.
"We have beaches and parks and really pretty villages and towns, we have an abundance of castles, beautiful dog walks, and I’ve never seen so many stars – just up the road in Llanllwni you can look up on certain nights and it just takes your breath away. You can go to Brecon, Rhossili, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, all within an hour of here. I feel that Wales is still underrated, and in particular Carmarthenshire, and I sound like a geek at times now because it’s sucked me in. I don’t understand why it doesn’t shout about itself a lot more. It’s a beautiful place and I’ve been totally blown away by it.”
Just as Gill is blown away by the beauty of the Welsh countryside so too is anyone who visits Tŷ Mawr. It’s rightly earned itself a reputation as a magnificent hotel for a country break and a magnificent restaurant to dine at. In a county full of jewels this place remains something of a hidden gem. | https://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/stunning-country-house-restaurant-youve-28281699 | 2024-01-01T05:24:19Z |
KASE morning session: USDKZT_TОМ = 380.89
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 KZT380.89 per dollar (KZT-1.34), at the trades volume of USD28,650 th. (USD-4,150 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;
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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-380-89_a3494998/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:19Z |
"Congress should refrain from such comments...": BJP's OP Mathur on remarks over cabinet expansion
Following Congress's jibe at Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the Rajasthan cabinet expansion, BJP's Chhattisgarh in-charge Om Prakash Mathur on Sunday said that the grand old party should refrain from such comments.
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Following Congress's jibe at Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the Rajasthan cabinet expansion, BJP's Chhattisgarh in-charge Om Prakash Mathur on Sunday said that the grand old party should refrain from such comments. After Surendra Pal Singh, who is also a BJP candidate for the upcoming adjourned poll in Karanpur Assembly was sworn in as Minister of State (MoS) with independent charge, Congress targetted the BJP claiming that it was a violation of the code of conduct.
The elections in Karanpur, could not be held due to the death of Congress candidate Gurmeet Singh Koonar. It is scheduled to be held on January 5. "Congress should refrain from such comments. Yesterday, our law minister cleared out that any person can be a part of the cabinet for the first six months. It would be better if Congress questions itself on why it has been hitting the low for the past 15-20 years," Mathur said while speaking to ANI.
"Congress, which calls itself the largest and the oldest party, is now on the verge of disintegration. The newly formed INDIA bloc does not have unity among itself," he added. Heaping praise on the BJP, Om Prakash Mathur said, "Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been relying on Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Prayas, and Sabka Vishwas. We consistently give chances to new faces. It does not belong to a single person. It is not restricted to a particular family, caste or area. The cabinet expansion was done keeping in view caste and regional equations."
Speaking on the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, he said, "The BJP will ensure victory on all the 25 Lok Sabha seats in Rajasthan. It will gain more seats in the coming polls than it did in 2019. The party is working to ensure that the welfare schemes reach last-mile citizens." A total of 22 ministers were inducted in the Rajasthan government at a swearing-in ceremony on Saturday with BJP putting special emphasis on tuning a fine balance in the caste equation and maintaining due weightage to both old and new faces in the cabinet. After the oath-taking ceremony, Rajasthan BJP Chief CP Joshi said that the newly formed cabinet in the State reflects people of all age groups and classes from across the state.
A total of 11 ministers have been appointed from the OBC category in the Bhajanlal Sharma-led Rajasthan government which gives a hint about the strategies of the BJP ahead of the ensuing Lok Sabha polls. Three ministers from Scheduled Tribe (ST) category including former MP Kirodi Lal Meena have been appointed whereas two ministers have been inducted from Scheduled Castes (SC) category.
Surendra Pal Singh, who is also a BJP candidate for the upcoming adjourned poll in the Karanpur Assembly, was also sworn in as Minister of State (MoS) with independent charge. Speaking on his appointment, Surendra Pal Singh said, "Party by appointing me as minister has honoured the Sikh society. The party takes forward every section of the and Sikhs are also included in this. Voters of Karanpur are very understanding, I will win the elections for sure."
Meanwhile, Rajasthan former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot targeted the BJP over the appointment of Surendra Pal Singh. "Despite the code of conduct being in effect for the voting to be held on January 5 in Srikaranpur, making the BJP candidate a minister from there is a clear violation of the code of conduct and an attempt to influence the voters there. The Election Commission should take cognizance of this and take immediate action, " Gehlot said in a post on 'X'.
"Taking such unconstitutional steps is unfortunate in a democracy. This shows the arrogance of the BJP high command," he added. (ANI)
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Winter session of J'khand Assembly to recommence from Monday, likely to be stormy | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/2762547-congress-should-refrain-from-such-comments-bjps-op-mathur-on-remarks-over-cabinet-expansion | 2024-01-01T05:24:20Z |
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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- Based on this contest's moneyline, the Longhorns have an implied win probability of 63.6%.
- Against the spread, the Longhorns are 7-6-0 this season.
- Texas has an ATS record of 6-6 when playing as at least 3.5-point favorites.
- The Longhorns have played 13 games this season and five of them have gone over the total.
- Texas games this season have posted an average total of 54, which is 9.5 points fewer than the total for this matchup.
Washington Betting Info (2023)
- Oddsmakers have implied with the moneyline set for this matchup that the Huskies have a 40.8% chance to win.
- So far this year, the Huskies have put together a 6-6-1 record against the spread.
- Washington is a perfect 1-0 against the spread when an underdog by 3.5 points or more this year.
- The Huskies have hit the over in six of their 13 games with a set total (46.2%).
- The average point total for the Washington this year is 1.2 points less than this game's over/under.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WROC) — The Bills won their fourth straight game, topping the Patriots 27-21. But it wasn’t pretty and it didn’t clinch the Bills a playoff spot.
Thad Brown, AJ Feldman, and Carl Jones all join the show to break down the win.
The defense led the way, forcing four turnovers. Two were by Rasul Douglas who continues to make his mark on the defense. They analyze their outing and question whether the unit can carry them throughout the playoffs.
The offense struggled once again and the passing game is officially in a slump. What’s wrong with Stefon Diggs and how can Joe Brady turn things around?
Finally, they preview next week’s game against the Dolphins and talk about the Bills’ playoff chances.
You can also listen to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. | https://www.rochesterfirst.com/sports/buffalo-bills/buffalo-gameday-recap-douglas-defense-carries-bills-title-showdown-awaits/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:21Z |
(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) New Year 2024: In an unprecedented spectacle, the city of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir embraced the arrival of the new year with grand festivities at the iconic Lal Chowk. On Sunday night, a multitude of individuals gathered at the venue, bidding farewell to 2023 and ushering in 2024 with enthusiasm.
The Department of Tourism, Jammu and Kashmir, orchestrated a musical extravaganza at the Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower area) in Srinagar, drawing hundreds of participants to the New Year's celebrations. Both locals and tourists in the Kashmir Valley flocked to the clock tower, eagerly participating in the festivities.
Capturing the vibrant moment, Srinagar Municipal Corporation Commissioner and CEO of Srinagar Smart City Ltd., Athar Aamir Khan, shared a video showcasing Lal Chowk adorned with tricoloured lights and captivating light displays. Khan expressed his astonishment at the unprecedented scenes, stating, "This is Srinagar Square, Lal Chowk right now! A city life never seen before. The celebration, the vibrancy like never before!"
Attributing the transformation to the Srinagar Smart City (SMC) projects, Khan commended his team for making the event possible. "This is probably the biggest alibi to the transformation that Srinagar city has witnessed with the implementation of Srinagar Smart City (SMC) projects! Immensely proud of my Srinagar Smart City and SMC team for making this happen! Happy New Year!" he exclaimed.
As the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve, Lal Chowk witnessed joyful revellers dancing and singing in anticipation of the year 2024. Meanwhile, in Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg town, located in the Baramulla district, New Year's Eve celebrations unfolded amid laser shows and captivating dance performances.
A local resident shared her excitement, expressing gratitude for being part of the unique celebrations at Lal Chowk. She highlighted the remarkable transformation of Srinagar, especially Lal Chowk, into a smart city, praising the mesmerizing lighting and decorations.
Tourists visiting the Kashmir Valley were pleasantly surprised by the vibrant celebrations at Srinagar's Clock Tower area. Popular tourist resorts such as Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonmarg reported complete sell-outs, with hotels and guest houses fully booked. The increasing tourist footfall in the valley has left the administration optimistic about setting new records in 2024.
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Shell Fined $1.2M After Worker's Feet Were Crushed in Gangway Accident
Energy giant Shell and offshore access provider Ampelmann have been fined $1.5 million after the feet of a worker were crushed while walking along a gangway during a transfer in the North Sea.
The feet of worker Martin Hill were crushed while walking along a gangway during a transfer from a supply ship to a gas rig on October 17, 2017. The UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) announced that the two companies pleaded guilty to breaching offshore safety requirements leading to the incident.
Hill, then 63, was part of a maintenance team working for Shell. The men were being transferred from an offshore supply vessel to the company’s Galleon PG offshore gas rig, located more than 30 nm off the Norfolk and Lincolnshire coasts. The ship was fitted with a walk-to-work motion compensated gangway to carry workers to and fro. The gangway had been designed and constructed by Ampelmann, a firm specializing in WTW transfer systems.
The weather conditions were unfavorable, with high wind and heavy seas, but the companies allowed it to proceed. The transfer took place just before dawn, using what the authorities deemed insufficient lighting.
Hill was the last man on the transfer list and while walking along the gangway, the gap between the ship and the rig reduced, causing the booms to telescope together. The approaching step ran over the safety boots of both his feet, trapping them under the step and inflicting serious injuries. The accident almost caused both feet to be amputated.
In its investigation, HSE found that people using the Ampelmann-designed and owned gangway were not protected enough from the risks created by the moving step.
“Walk to work gangways have an important contribution to make towards providing reliable and safe access, but their design and operation must ensure workers are protected from the risk of needless entrapment and serious injury,” said John Hawkins, HSE inspector.
He added that to have workers exposed to a risk of injury when required to do something as basic as walking to work over a gangway does not reflect the standards expected.
HSE prosecuted Shell and Ampelmann following the incident. The two companies admitted guilt and were fined $1.2 million and $260,000 respectively. | https://maritime-executive.com/article/shell-fined-1-2m-after-worker-s-feet-were-crushed-in-gangway-accident | 2024-01-01T05:24:22Z |
Optimize your exercise routine
The key is to prioritize making time for regular exercise, and the optimal workout schedule may vary based on your individual experience and specific goals
In the realm of exercise, the crucial factor is consistency rather than the specific timing of your workouts.
According to an article by Harvard Health, the key is to prioritize making time for regular exercise, and the optimal workout schedule may vary based on your individual experience and specific goals.
"If you're just starting a physical activity routine, any time that you feel motivated and energized enough to exercise is the best time for you," says Dr. Beth Frates, clinical assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School.
For some individuals, the morning is the ideal time for exercise, while others may find the afternoon more suitable. However, if you have the opportunity to work out with a friend, it's advisable to select a time that accommodates both of your schedules, as suggested.
The morning advantage
Exercising early in the day can be advantageous for those who may struggle with motivation. According to Dr. Frates, waiting until later in the day can lead to lingering excuses for skipping exercise. While evidence suggests that morning exercise, especially before breakfast, may enhance the burning of stored body fat, its impact on overall weight loss is still uncertain.
Dr Frates recommends personal experimentation by exercising before and after breakfast for four weeks each to gauge the effectiveness of weight loss.
Early-morning exercise may also offer additional benefits, such as the release of "feel good" brain chemicals like dopamine and serotonin, contributing to a positive start to the day. Dr. Frates notes that this could enhance concentration and creativity. Moreover, some studies indicate that morning exercisers tend to make healthier food choices throughout the day.
The argument for afternoon
But for other people, an afternoon workout has certain advantages. If you're not a morning person, you'll probably prefer exercising later in the day. Plus, your joints and muscles will probably feel more limber in the afternoon than in the morning. Also, people often experience a midafternoon lull around 3 p.m. "Instead of having a snack or a cup of coffee, use exercise as a way to re-energize yourself," Dr. Frates suggests. And if you're trying to lose or maintain your weight, try doing a short burst of exercise as a distraction when you're craving a treat, no matter what time of day that happens.
Food, drink, and sleep
To optimize exercise performance, wait three hours after a large meal or one hour after a small snack. Athletes may benefit from a pre-workout carbohydrate-rich snack. Dehydration can hinder morning exercise, so ensure consistent water intake.
Adequate sleep, at least seven hours, supports overall health and improves exercise readiness. Regular exercise promotes quicker sleep onset and reduces nighttime wakefulness. If fatigued, consider a short nap before exercising.
Shorter versus longer stints
Finally, novice exercisers may find it easier to break their exercise into shorter chunks of time. "Even five minutes at a time counts toward your goal of 150 minutes per week," says Dr. Frates. Build up your endurance gradually. Once you're able to exercise for 30 minutes at a time, you can ramp up your speed and intensity — which boosts your calorie burn and cardiovascular health. | https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/health/optimize-your-exercise-routine-767582 | 2024-01-01T05:24:21Z |
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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.
SEE MORE: Disney opens its first 'Frozen'-themed attraction
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- on US dollar with settlements T+0 in tenge no deals were made; quotes were absent at the session close;
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- weighted average Russian ruble rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) made up KZT5.8300 per ruble, the trades volume - RUB10,000 th.;
- weighted average Chinese yuan rate with settlements T+0 in tenge (CNYKZT_TOD) made up KZT56.5789 per yuan (KZT+0.0389), with the trading volume of CNY3,700 th. (CNY+3,500 th.)
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Timberwolves vs. Knicks: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Spread, Home/Road Splits
The New York Knicks (17-15) will look to break a three-game losing streak when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves (24-7) on Monday, January 1, 2024 at Madison Square Garden as only 1.5-point underdogs. The matchup airs at 3:00 PM ET on NBA TV, MSG, and BSN. The matchup's over/under is set at 223.5.
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- When: Monday, January 1, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET
- Where: Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York
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- Minnesota and its opponents have combined to score more than 223.5 points in 14 of 31 games this season.
- The average point total in Minnesota's contests this year is 220.6, 2.9 fewer points than this game's over/under.
- The Timberwolves have gone 16-15-0 ATS this season.
- This season, Minnesota has won 20 out of the 22 games, or 90.9%, in which it has been favored.
- This season, Minnesota has won 20 of its 22 games, or 90.9%, when favored by at least -120 on the moneyline.
- The Timberwolves have a 54.5% chance to win this game based on the implied probability of the moneyline.
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- The Timberwolves have gone 7-3 over their last 10 contests, with a 4-6 record against the spread during that span.
- Five of Timberwolves' past 10 outings have hit the over.
- Against the spread, Minnesota has played better at home, covering eight times in 15 home games, and eight times in 16 road games.
- The Timberwolves record 113.3 points per game, just 0.6 fewer points than the 113.9 the Knicks give up.
- Minnesota is 10-5 against the spread and 14-1 overall when scoring more than 113.9 points.
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Taiwan president says ties with China must be decided by will of the people
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TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan's relations with China must be decided by the will of the people and peace must be based on "dignity", President Tsai Ing-wen said on Monday after China's leader, Xi Jinping, said "reunification" with the island is inevitable.
China has been ramping up military pressure to assert its sovereignty claims over democratically governed Taiwan, which on Jan 13 holds presidential and parliamentary elections.
Xi's comments, in a New Year's Eve address, struck a stronger tone than the previous year where he said only that people on either side of the Taiwan Strait are "members of one and the same family".
Asked about Xi's speech at a New Year's press conference at the presidential office in Taipei, Tsai said the most important principle on what course to follow on relations with China was democracy.
"This is taking the joint will of Taiwan's people to make a decision. After all, we are a democratic country," she said.
China should respect the outcome of Taiwan's election and it is the responsibility of both sides to maintain peace and stability in the strait, Tsai added.
China has cast the election as a choice between war and peace and has refused multiple offers of talks by Tsai, believing she is a separatist.
Tsai has made bolstering and modernising Taiwan's defences a priority, including pushing an indigenous submarine programme.
"Everyone's home has locks on them, which is not to provoke the neighbours next door but to make yourself safer. This is the same for the doors to the country. Taiwan's people want peace, but we want peace with respect," she said.
Taiwan's government has repeatedly warned China is trying to interfere in the election, whether by using fake news or military or trade pressure, and Tsai said she hoped people could be on alert for this.
After China accused Taiwan of erecting trade barriers and ended some tariff cuts for the island, China last week threatened further economic measures.
Tsai said Taiwan's companies must look globally and diversify.
"This is the correct path, rather than going back to the path of relying on China, especially as in China's unstable market there is unpredictable risk," she said.
China has taken particular exception to current Vice President Lai Ching-te, the presidential candidate for Taiwan's ruling Democratic Party (DPP) and who is leading in opinion polls by varying margins, saying he is also a dangerous separatist.
Both the DPP and Taiwan's largest opposition party the Kuomintang say only the island's people can decide their future.
Tsai cannot stand again after two terms in office. She will step down in May when the next president is sworn in. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/781531-Taiwan-president-says-ties-with-China-must-be-decided-by-will-of-the-peo | 2024-01-01T05:24:26Z |
(MENAFN- IANS) Lucknow, Jan 1 (IANS) In two separate incidents, the customs department of Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport have arrested two passengers attempting to smuggle 3.497 kg of gold, marking the biggest haul of the year 2023, according to officials at the Lucknow airport.
In the first incident, customs officials at the Lucknow airport discovered gold hidden inside a coffee machine, while in the second incident, gold in paste form was recovered from inside the rectum of another passenger. The total weight of the recovered gold was 3.497 kg, valued at around Rs 2 crore.
A video of the incident went viral on social media on Sunday, showing an official using a hammer to break the machine and a cutting tool to recover two cylindrical gold bars.
An official at the Lucknow airport clarified,“There were actually two incidents of gold smuggling on Saturday. One passenger was caught smuggling gold by hiding it in his rectum, while the second passenger was caught attempting to smuggle gold by hiding it in the coffee machine. Both passengers arrived on the Air India Express flight from Dubai.”
The Lucknow airport's customs department has reportedly arrested over 100 passengers and seized around 255 kg of gold worth from smugglers since 2018.
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State of Hawaii Moves Closer to Disposing of Historic Sailing Tanker
The historic sailing tanker Falls of Clyde could soon be removed from Honolulu's harbor, ending a long-term effort to save the vessel.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) has prepared a draft environmental assessment (Draft EA) report outlining plans to remove the decaying Falls of Clyde from Pier 7 in Honolulu Harbor, where it has been docked since 2016.
In the report, HDOT revealed plans to issue a request for proposal (RFP) for the removal of the ship, which is severely corroded, leaking and has lost its structural and watertight integrity. The current state of the 1878-built ship, which is the world's last surviving sail-driven oil tanker, means that it poses a risk of structural failure and sinking. The agency warns that this could threaten harbor safety and maritime operations.
Plans to float an RFP for the removal of the ship come just a month after it was delisted from the Hawaii Register of Historic Places. The state government contends that due to significant deterioration, the Falls of Clyde has lost most of the qualities of historic significance and aspects of integrity that originally led to its listing in the National Register of Historic Places and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989. The ship had been designated owing to its exceptional national significance as the oldest surviving American tanker and the only surviving sailing oil tanker left afloat - not only in the U.S. but the world.
Though owned by the nonprofit Friends of the Falls of Clyde, the state government took over the vessel's management seven years ago over safety concerns.
In the 346-page Draft EA, the state has analyzed the potential environmental consequences of removing the ship and presents alternatives for accomplishing the task. The report highlights that the method of removal and the ship’s ultimate disposition is yet to be determined and will be up to the selected contractor.
In the Draft EA, the state had outlined five alternatives for dealing with the vessel: no action, drydock and repair, removal by dismantling, removal at sea by sinking and third party acquisition.
Falls of Clyde is the world’s only surviving iron-hulled, four-masted, fully-rigged ship. She was built in Glasgow in 1878, during a shipbuilding boom inspired by increased trade with the U.S, and she made several voyages to American ports while under the British flag. In 1898, she was purchased by Captain William Matson of the Matson Navigation Company and reregistered in Hawaii.
From 1899 to 1907, the ship was re-rigged as a bark for sailing with fewer crew, and she made over sixty voyages between Hawaii and San Francisco, carrying passengers, sugar and general cargo. She was sold San Francisco-based Associated Oil Company, which installed large steel tanks in the hull, allowing her to carry 750,000 gallons of liquid bulk. For decades, the ship would bring kerosene to Hawaii and molasses back from Hawaii to California. | https://maritime-executive.com/article/state-of-hawaii-moves-closer-to-disposing-of-historic-sailing-tanker | 2024-01-01T05:24:28Z |
"Pratap Simha doing politics...I've cross-checked on issue": K'taka Dy CM
Following Bharatiya Janata Party MP Pratap Simha's jibe at Karnataka CM Siddaramiah for allegedly "targeting his family to save his son" after his brother Vikram Simha was arrested by forest department officials from Bengaluru over the allegation of cutting trees in the forest area of Hassan, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday claimed that the BJP MP is doing "politics".
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Following Bharatiya Janata Party MP Pratap Simha's jibe at Karnataka CM Siddaramiah for allegedly "targeting his family to save his son" after his brother Vikram Simha was arrested by forest department officials from Bengaluru over the allegation of cutting trees in the forest area of Hassan, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday claimed that the BJP MP is doing "politics". "We don't want to target anyone, I have just enquired that if he took the permission to cut trees it is okay, no issues, but if he did not seek the permission, it is illegal. MP Pratap Simha is doing politics. Had he gotten the permission, no one would have stopped him," Shivakumar told reporters in Karnataka's Bengaluru.
"I have cross-checked on this issue, and officials have done their work. We don't want to interfere in this issue. The officious has said he cut so many trees without any licence..." he added. Bharatiya Janata Party MP Pratap Simha took a jibe at Karnataka CM Siddaramiah on Sunday for 'targeting his family to save his own son' after 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 Siddaramiah 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. Siddaramiah's son, Yathindra is an MLA from Varuna.
Simha claimed that to safeguard his son, Siddaramiah 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.
Karnataka forest department officials on Saturday arrested Vikram Simha, brother of BJP MP Pratap Simha, in connection with an alleged tree felling case. Meanwhile, Pratap Simha claimed that Siddaramaiah got his brother arrested to clear the road ahead for his son's political career in Mysore.
"I know you're not contesting from Mysore. You're doing all this for your son. You arrested my brother. My family is also targeted. You haven't produced him before the court when you have evidence, sir. My brother has been arrested now. Last time, two criminal cases were filed against me...," he claimed. (ANI)
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Australian cricketer David Warner has announced the end of his One Day International (ODI) cricket career, marking the conclusion of a remarkable journey in both the limited-overs and Test formats. In a press conference held at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Monday, Warner, however, left the possibility open for a potential return to represent Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
"I'm definitely retiring from one-day cricket as well," Warner stated, reflecting on his decision. "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."
Expressing his desire to contribute to the development of the one-day team, Warner emphasized his availability for the Champions Trophy if the team requires his services. "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.
Warner's retirement from ODIs means that his final appearance in this format was in the World Cup final against India in Ahmedabad. His illustrious ODI career concludes with a total of 6932 runs at an impressive average of 45.30, featuring 22 centuries. As Australia's sixth-highest run-scorer in men's ODIs, Warner stands second on the hundreds list, trailing only behind Ricky Ponting.
Having already announced his absence from the upcoming three-match ODI series against West Indies, Warner is set to focus on his Indian Premier League (IPL) commitments with Dubai Capitals. While he will also miss the preceding T20 International matches, Warner expressed his intention to continue playing T20 cricket until at least the ICC World Cup scheduled for June in the Caribbean and the USA.
Reflecting on his decision to retire, Warner acknowledged the significance of winning in India and commended the team's resilience. "It was a decision that I was very, very comfortable with. To win in India, from where we were, was absolutely amazing," he remarked. Highlighting the team's cohesion and performance against India, Warner concluded that the recent achievements made it an ideal point to bring his international cricket career to a close.
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KASE morning session: USDKZT_TОМ = 382.48 (-0.26)
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- on US dollar with settlements T+0 in tenge no deals were made; quotes were absent at the session close;
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- on Russian ruble with settlements T+0 in tenge (RUBKZT_TOD) no deals were made, at the session close the bid made up KZT5.8370 per ruble; the ask made up KZT5.8470 per ruble
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China's Xi, US President Biden exchange congratulations on 45th year of diplomatic ties
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BEIJING (Reuters) - China's President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulations with US President Joe Biden on the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries, the official Xinhua news agency said on Monday.
Xi also exchanged New Year's messages with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un, and both announced 2024 to be a "friendship year" for both countries, launching a series of activities for that, Xinhua said separately.
On New Year's Eve, the Chinese leader exchanged New Year's greetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin as well. This year is the 75th anniversary of China and Russia establishing diplomatic relations.
Xi said China and Russia should "continuously consolidate" and develop ties "featuring permanent good-neighbourly friendship", along with comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation that would serve both countries' interests.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China by Mao Zedong, who defeated Republic of China forces led by Chiang Kai-shek in a bloody civil war.
Mao declared the People's Republic of China on Oct 1, 1949, while Chiang's government fled into exile in Taiwan in December of that year. No peace treaty has ever been signed to end the war and the Republic of China remains Taiwan's formal name.
Xi in his New Year's address on Sunday said China's "reunification" with Taiwan is inevitable, striking a stronger tone than he did a year earlier with less than two weeks to go before the democratically governed island elects a new leader. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/781537-China%5C's-Xi,-US-President-Biden-exchange-congratulations-on-45th-year-of- | 2024-01-01T05:24:34Z |
AL killed democracy, now wants to bury it through dummy elections: Rizvi
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi also said the entire country is against the upcoming Jatiya Sangsad (JS) elections scheduled to take place on 7 January
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said the ruling Awami League (AL) have killed democracy in the country and wants to bury it through dummy elections.
"Awami League had already killed democracy, now it wants to bury democracy through dummy elections," he said after distributing leaflets calling on people to participate in BNP's non-cooperation movement and to boycott the election in the capital's Kafrul area at 7:30am on Monday (1 January).
He also said the entire country is against the upcoming Jatiya Sangsad (JS) elections scheduled to take place on 7 January.
"Awami League wants to hold an illegal election by coercion and threatening the people. The whole country, the whole nation is against this election," the BNP leader added.
"They [government] want to maintain power by force. So exercise peaceful rights against them so that the illegal government cannot remain in power by force, do not go to vote, do not accept illegal elections," Rizvi said.
At that time, the BNP spokesperson also said, "Human rights are on the verge of destruction today."
Stating that the results of the election have been decided before the polls, Rizvi said, "This dummy election is already dammed. The people of the country rejected it."
The leaflet distribution was organised by the Kafrul unit of BNP.
BNP Economic Affairs Co-Secretary Mahmudur Rahman Sumon, national executive committee member Tariqul Alam Tenzing, Chhatra Dal central joint general secretary Touhidur Rahman Awal among others were present at the event. | https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/politics/al-killed-democracy-now-wants-bury-it-through-dummy-elections-rizvi-767586 | 2024-01-01T05:24:32Z |
"Invitations are extended only to those who are devotees of Lord Ram": Ram Temple Chief Priest
Reacting to the remarks made by Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray that he has not received invitation for the inauguration event of Ayodhya's Ram Temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, Chief Priest at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on Sunday said that invitations have been extended only to those who are "devotees of Lord Ram".
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Reacting to the remarks made by Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray that he has not received invitation for the inauguration event of Ayodhya's Ram Temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, Chief Priest at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on Sunday said that invitations have been extended only to those who are "devotees of Lord Ram". Speaking to ANI, Acharya Satyendra Das said, "Invitations are only extended to those who are devotees of Lord Ram. It is totally wrong to say that BJP is fighting in the name of Lord Ram, our PM is respected everywhere. He has done immense work under his tenure. This is not politics. This is his devotion."
Acharya Satyendra Das also lashed out at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on his remarks "BJP is left now to announce Lord Ram as their candidate". "Sanjay Raut has so much pain that even he can't express that, they were the ones who used to fight elections in the name of Lord Ram. Those who believed in Lord Ram are in power, what nonsense he is talking about? He is insulting Lord Ram," Chief Priest said.
Earlier today, Shiv Sena (UBT faction) leader Sanjay Raut lashed out at the BJP amid the hoopla around the Ram Temple opening in Ayodhya next month, saying that it will seek votes in the name of Lord Ram ahead of the Lok Sabha elections next year. "The PMO and government should shift base to Ayodhya. They will ask for votes only in Ram's name because they have done nothing else," Raut said.
Raut added that Shiv Sena members put their blood and toil into the Ram Mandir movement. "Balasaheb Thackrey and thousands of Shiv Saniks contributed to it," he said."Even we are devotees of Ram. In fact, we are the biggest devotees of Ram and our party has sacrificed a lot for the Ram temple. They have taken our country back by 5000 years," he said.
As per temple officials, the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya's Ram Mandir will be held over seven days, starting on January 16. On the final day, January 22, after the morning puja, the deity of Ram Lala will be consecrated in 'Mrigashira Nakshatra' in the afternoon. (ANI)
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(MENAFN- IANS) Agra, Jan 1 (IANS) A watchman brutally murdered a six-year-old girl following an unsuccessful rape attempt in Uttar Pradesh's Agra.
The child was drowned in a water tank, and her head was bludgeoned with a stone, police said on Monday.
Her lifeless body was discarded in a pile of garbage.
According to the police, the accused, 45-year-old Rajveer Singh, initially feigned assistance in the search for the girl alongside her family.
Suspicion arose when Jabbar, a Labrador police dog, incessantly barked upon encountering Rajveer.
With the aid of the sniffer dog, the suspect was apprehended within a few hours.
Both the accused and the victim hailed from the same village.
During interrogation, Rajveer confessed to the crime. The accused, employed as a private watchman safeguarding crop fields from stray cattle, now faces charges under IPC section 302 (murder), following a complaint filed by the minor's father.
DCP Suraj Kumar Rai stated,“The accused abducted the child while she was playing outside her house. During a sexual assault attempt, Rajveer killed the child because she resisted him and cried out for help.”
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North Korea's Kim says armed conflict becoming reality because of US: KCNA
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Kim made the comments as he hosted senior military leaders yesterday
SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told the country's military commanders the most powerful means must be mobilised to destroy the United States and South Korea if they choose military confrontation, state media reported on Monday.
Kim said the danger of an armed confrontation on the Korean peninsula is fast becoming a reality because of hostile maneuvers by the enemies including the United States, requiring the country to "sharpen the treasured sword" to protect itself.
"If the enemy opt for military confrontation ... our army should deal a deadly blow to thoroughly annihilate them by mobilising all the toughest means and potentialities without moment's hesitation," KCNA news agency quoted Kim as saying.
Kim made the comments as he hosted senior military leaders on Sunday at the ruling Workers' Party (WPK) headquarters to congratulate them on the accomplishments made in 2023, the state news agency said.
North Korea in 2023 tested its largest ballistic missiles and launched its first military reconnaissance satellite, which Kim has called major advances in modernising the country's military.
The call to upgrade the country's military readiness follows the pledge made at the conclusion of a five-day WPK meeting that ended on Saturday to boost its nuclear arsenal, build military drones and launch three new spy satellites in 2024.
The escalation of rhetoric from Kim comes as the United States increased drills with South Korea in the past year, deploying more strategic military assets, including a nuclear missile submarine, aircraft carriers and large bombers.
It also comes ahead of a year that will see pivotal elections in both South Korea and the United States, which Pyongyang likely sees as an opportunity to increase its leverage by stepping up a campaign of military pressure.
On Monday, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol pledged to accelerate work to complete a missile defence system and a system using US extended deterrence to "fundamentally deter any North Korean nuclear and missile threat."
Extended deterrence refers to the strategy of using US military assets including nuclear weapons to deter and, in the event of an attack against an ally, respond.
In separate reports, KCNA said Kim hosted a reception for senior members of the ruling party and attended a late night "grand art performance" celebrating the new year at the May Day stadium in Pyongyang, where senior party members, soldiers and members of the diplomatic corps were present.
The show featured ice skaters, acrobats and choirs, and fireworks lit up the sky at midnight, as the venue filled "with great happiness and boundless excitement of seeing in the New Year with the benevolent father of the great socialist family." | https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/781541-North-Korea%5C's-Kim-says-armed-conflict-becoming-reality-because-of-US:-KC | 2024-01-01T05:24:40Z |
Kazakh Ambassador presents credentials to Iranian President
During the talks, the sides discussed the current state and issues of enhancing Kazakhstan-Iran mutually advantageous cooperation and interaction in a bilateral and multilateral format.
Ambassador Orazbay informed the President of Iran on the crucial measures being taken at the initiative of President Nursultan Nazarbayev for the political and economic development of Kazakhstan, the raising of the people's well-being, and the strengthening of stability in the world. At the same time, he shared his views on the further expansion of trade, economic, investment, and cultural ties between the two countries.
Hassan Rouhani informed that Iran was among the first countries to recognize the independence of Kazakhstan, and friendly bilateral cooperation has been developing since that time. Besides, he emphasized that the close contacts he has established with President Nursultan Nazarbayev make it possible to make a positive impact on the settlement of bilateral and regional issues.
The Iranian President underlined that Kazakhstan's foreign-policy initiatives make a noticeable contribution to preserving regional and international security.
President Rouhani highlighted the high potential of bilateral cooperation, taking into account the possibilities of establishing ties between Kazakhstan and Iran directly through the Caspian Sea, as well as by rail and road through Turkmenistan. He underscored that the intensification of the transit-transport and agricultural interaction will be useful for both countries.
The Iranian President highlighted the existing historical and cultural ties between the two countries, a remarkable example of which is the celebration of Nauryz.
Hassan Rouhani conveyed cordial greetings to Nursultan Nazarbayev and noted that he is awaiting the Kazakh President's visit to Iran. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-ambassador-presents-credentials-to-iranian-president_a3494436/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:40Z |
"KCR should have set up 32 youtube channels instead of medical colleges," says KTR; attributes party's defeat to fake propaganda
"Lots of Interesting feedback & observations I've been getting post election results The best one thus far; Instead of setting up 32 Govt Medical Colleges, KCR Garu should've setup 32 YouTube channels to counter the fake propaganda Agree with this observation to an extent," KTR posted on 'X'.
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Former Telangana minister KT Rama Rao said on Sunday that among all the "feedback" and "observations" he has received, the one he finds the "best" is that instead of setting up 32 government medical colleges in the state, former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao, popularly known as KCR, should have set up 32 YouTube channels to counter fake propaganda. "Lots of Interesting feedback & observations I've been getting post-election results The best one thus far; Instead of setting up 32 government medical Colleges, KCR Garu should've set up 32 YouTube channels to counter the fake propaganda Agree with this observation to an extent," KT Rama Rao, popularly known as KTR said in a post on 'X'.
The Bharat Rahstra Samithi (BRS) had boasted of setting up at least one government medical college in every district in Telangana during its election campaign in the state. KTR's remark comes amid the newly elected Congress government's allegation that there was massive financial mismanagement during KCR's tenure as the Chief Minister.
Earlier this week, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said that KCR had bought 22 land cruiser vehicles before the polls "without telling anyone". Reddy said that even he was not aware of the vehicles for 10 days after becoming the Chief Minister. "22 land cruisers were bought and hidden. Even I didn't know for 10 days after becoming CM. One of the officers said that 22 land cruisers were bought and hid in Vijayawada; we thought of getting them after swearing-in. KCR went home after losing. He bought them without telling anyone. It is government property," the CM said.
The BRS lost power to the Congress in the recently held assembly polls after ruling Telangana for two terms since the inception of the newly formed state. While the Congress bagged 64 of the 119 seats, the BRS was reduced to 39. (ANI)
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) New Year's is celebrated every year on January 1st which marks the beginning of the new calendar year in most parts of the world. It's a time for people to bid farewell to the previous year and welcome the upcoming one with hope, enthusiasm, and sometimes, resolutions for personal or collective improvements. The celebration of New Year's marks the beginning of a new calendar year and is observed globally in various cultures. The reasons behind celebrating the New Year are multifaceted and have historical, cultural, and astronomical origins.
Facebook status to share on this day
Here are a few New Year 's-themed Facebook status ideas you can use to share your thoughts or wishes with your friends and followers.
"Cheers to new beginnings, new adventures, and a year full of possibilities! Happy New Year everyone! #NewYearNewStart" "As the clock strikes midnight, here's to leaving behind the old and embracing the new. Wishing you all a fantastic New Year filled with joy and success! #CheersTo2024" "May this New Year bring you endless happiness, prosperity, and opportunities for growth. Let's make it an unforgettable journey together! Happy New Year! #Hello2024" "Reflecting on the past year's lessons and excitedly stepping into the New Year with hope and determination. Wishing everyone a year filled with love, laughter, and success! #NewYearVibes" "Sending warm wishes to my friends and family for a joyous New Year! May your dreams take flight and your aspirations soar high in the coming year. Happy New Year 2024! #CelebrateTheNew" "As we bid adieu to the old year, let's welcome the new one with open arms and a heart full of optimism. Here's to a year of growth, kindness, and making beautiful memories. Happy New Year, everyone! #NewYearWishes"
Feel free to personalize these statuses or combine elements to create your unique message to share the joy of New Year's with your Facebook community!
Whatsapp status to share on this day
Here are some WhatsApp status ideas for New Year's that you can use to convey your wishes or thoughts as the new year approaches.
"Wishing you a year filled with joy, laughter, and endless possibilities. Happy New Year!" "Embracing the New Year with open arms and a heart full of hope. Here's to new beginnings!#Hello2024" "May the coming year bring you love, success, and the fulfillment of your dreams. Happy New Year to all my dear ones!" "As the clock strikes midnight, let's bid farewell to the past and welcome the future with optimism. Cheers to a fantastic year ahead!" "New Year, New Chapter, New Adventures! Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous year ahead! #NewYearVibes" "May the New Year bring you peace, happiness, and beautiful moments to cherish. Happy New Year 2024!"
Feel free to use these statuses directly or personalize them to match your sentiments or add a personal touch. Share your excitement and well wishes with your WhatsApp contacts as you celebrate the arrival of the New Year!
Quotes to share on this day
"Wishing you a sparkling New Year filled with new hopes, new aspirations, and new joys!" "May the New Year bring you the courage to break your resolutions early! My plan is to swear off every kind of virtue so that I triumph even when I fall!" - Aleister Crowley "New Year, new feels, new chances, same dreams, fresh starts." - Unknown "May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door!" - Irish Blessing "Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one." - Brad Paisley "Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right." - Oprah Winfrey "And suddenly you know: It's time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings." - Meister Eckhart "May the New Year bring you the courage to break your resolutions early! My plan is to swear off every kind of virtue so that I triumph even when I fall." - Aleister Crowley "New Year-a new chapter, new verse, or just the same old story? Ultimately, we write it. The choice is ours." - Alex Morritt "New beginnings are in order, and you are bound to feel some level of excitement as new chances come your way." - Auliq Ice
Feel free to share these quotes on social media, in cards, or with friends and family to spread joy and optimism as you welcome the New Year!
Wish you all a very Happy New Year!
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Awami League to hold election rally today in Dhanmondi
The likely diversion points to reach the rally venue from where party leaders and activists may arrive are — Sciencelab Crossing, Panthapath Crossing, Dhanmondi 27 Crossing, and Dhanmondi 3 Crossing
The ruling Awami League is set to host an election rally today (1 January) at the Kalabagan ground in capital's Dhanmondi area ahead of the upcoming national polls.
Party President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to address the rally as the chief guest at around 3pm.
The likely diversion points to reach the rally venue from where party leaders and activists may arrive are — Sciencelab Crossing, Panthapath Crossing, Dhanmondi 27 Crossing, and Dhanmondi 3 Crossing, reads a press release by Traffic Ramna Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police, citing "for the convenience of all city residents."
Dhaka Metropolitan South Awami League President Abu Ahmed Mannafi will preside over the rally.
Dhaka Metropolitan North Awami League President Sheikh Bajlur Rahman, along with central and metropolitan leaders, will address the gathering. | https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/politics/awami-league-hold-election-rally-today-dhanmondi-767590 | 2024-01-01T05:24:44Z |
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Kazakh Defense Minister, Canada's Ambassador had talks
ASTANA. KAZINFORM Today Kazakh Defense Minister Nurlan Yermekbayev has met with Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Canada to Kazakhstan Nicholas Brousseau, the Ministry's press service reports.
The sides debated prospects for the development of bilateral defense ties, including cooperation in expanding peacekeeping capacity of the Armed Forces of Kazakhstan. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-defense-minister-canada-s-ambassador-had-talks_a3492950/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:46Z |
DR Congo's Tshisekedi wins second term in landslide victory
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Provisional results from single-round presidential ballot showed that Tshisekedi had won 73% of vote
KINSHASA (AFP) – DR Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi has won a second term in office with a landslide victory, according to provisional results announced Sunday, in a vote opposition leaders have dismissed as a "sham".
Provisional results from the single-round presidential ballot, declared by the country's electoral commission Ceni, showed that Tshisekedi had won 73 percent of the vote. Turnout was 43 percent.
Flanked by his wife Denise and his mother, the president appeared on a balcony at his campaign headquarters in the capital Kinshasa to address supporters, who braved the rain to hear him speak.
"I have been re-elected president of all Congolese," Tshisekedi, who was dressed in a white shirt and cap, told cheering supporters. "It's in this spirit of openness that I will exercise this second mandate".
Moise Katumbi – a wealthy businessman, football club owner and former provincial governor – was the election runner-up with about 18 percent.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Constitutional Court is expected to confirm the provisional results on January 10.
Tshisekedi, 60, first came to power in January 2019 after a disputed election that many observers said he had in fact lost.
Martin Fayulu – who says he was robbed of the last presidential election in 2018 – also contested this year's poll but in the end won about five percent of the votes.
The 20 remaining candidates, including Denis Mukwege, who won a Nobel Peace Prize for his work with female victims of wartime sexual violence, were either under, or hovering around, one percent.
Nine opposition candidates – Mukwege, Fayulu and Katumbi – on Sunday signed a declaration rejecting what they termed a "sham" election and called for a re-run.
Fayulu, addressing reporters in the capital Kinshasa the same day, said the results "are a masquerade. This must not be accepted".
Tresor Kibangula, a political analyst at the Ebuteli research institute who spoke to AFP before the full provisional results were released, said Tshisekedi's vote tally "is way beyond all expectations".
"His dynamic campaign worked" but his scores in some regions "raise questions about the impact of the irregularities that were observed".
'Numerous irregularities'
Over 40 million people out of the 100 million inhabitants of the huge country were registered to vote on December 20 for president, as well as for national and regional lawmakers and municipal councillors.
Initially scheduled for December 20, voting was officially extended by a day to account for problems, and continued for days afterwards in remote areas, according to observers.
One Catholic-Protestant observation mission said it "documented numerous cases of irregularities susceptible to have affected the integrity of the vote".
Authorities say they have taken steps to prevent unrest, especially in the mining areas of the southeast that are Katumbi's stronghold.
They also stress that any electoral disputes must be presented to the Constitutional Court.
But opposition leaders say they have no confidence in the court or Ceni, which they argue is subservient to the government.
According to AFP reporters, security was tighter in Kinshasa on Sunday, as well as in the southeastern city of Lubumbashi. | https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/781543-DR-Congo%5C's-Tshisekedi-wins-second-term-in-landslide-victory | 2024-01-01T05:24:47Z |
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) As the clock strikes midnight and we bid farewell to the old year, the dawn of a New Year brings with it a canvas of possibilities, hope, and the promise of a fresh start. It is a time when we reflect on the moments that shaped us, the challenges that made us stronger, and the joys that filled our hearts. As we embark on this new journey, it is only fitting to express our sentiments to our loved ones, conveying our warm wishes for the twelve months that lie ahead.
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"May the coming year be filled with joy, love, and endless opportunities. Happy New Year to you and your family!"
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"Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one." - Brad Paisley
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"May the coming year be a journey of discovery, self-improvement, and moments that take your breath away. Happy New Year!"
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Every section fed up with BJP-JJP, people looking at INLD as viable alternative: Abhay Chautala
people of the state are looking at INLD as a viable alternative to BJP-JJP, he said.He said if the INLD is voted to power, old age pension of Rs 7500 per month will be provided.
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Indian National Lok Dal leader Abhay Singh Chautala on Sunday claimed that every section of society is fed up with the BJP-JJP government in Haryana and people were looking at the INLD as a viable alternative.
Addressing a party event -Mahila Aakrosh Sammelan - in Uchana in Jind district, Chautala promised a slew of sops, especially targeting women, if his party is voted to power in the 2024 Haryana Assembly polls.
He claimed women would make a huge contribution to forming an INLD government in the state.
''Today every section is fed up with the BJP-JJP government.. people of the state are looking at INLD as a viable alternative to BJP-JJP,'' he said.
He said if the INLD is voted to power, old age pension of Rs 7500 per month will be provided. One person will be employed in every household.
''We will provide an unemployment allowance of Rs 21,000,'' he said, ''To give our mothers and sisters relief from inflation, we will provide them one free gas cylinder every month and will also give Rs 1100 per month to every housewife,'' he said.
''After the formation of the INLD government, work will be done to take forward the policies of Tau Devi Lal,'' he said.
The JJP was formed in December 2018 after a split in the INLD and the Chautala family.
The party is headed by Ajay Singh Chautala, grandson of former deputy prime minister Devi Lal. Ajay Singh's son Dushyant Chautala is the deputy chief minister of Haryana.
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Kazakh-German coop discussed in Astana
The meeting discussed the current state and further prospects of the Kazakh-German cooperation in political and trade-economic sectors. The sides emphasized progressive development of interaction and mutual adherence to the expansion and strengthening of the bilateral relations.
The parties discussed also further development of the whole range of issues of the Kazakhstan-Germany collaboration and the course of implementation of the agreements reached by the two countries' presidents - Nursultan Nazarbayev and Frank-Walter Steinmeier - in July 2017 in Astana.
Germany is an important and strategic partner of Kazakhstan in the European Union, said the Kazakh FM. "We are interested in broadening the scope of the bilateral cooperation, in particular, in attraction of German technologies and investments to the Kazakhstani market. In light of the new objectives set for the MFA, our interaction will gain a new impetus," said Atamkulov.
In turn, Tilo Klinner said that progressive development of the relations between Astana and Berlin was one of the priorities of German diplomacy in the region. The Ambassador welcomed Kazakhstan's plans on further economic modernization and expressed readiness to assist in implementation of joint projects.
Germany is one of the main European investors of Kazakhstan. From 2005 to November 2018, the inflow of investments from Germany to Kazakhstan made $8.6bn. Commodity turnover in January-November 2018 reached $1.9bn, while in 2017 this figure made $1.9bn. 450 Kazakh-German joint enterprises are functioning today in Kazakhstan today. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-german-coop-discussed-in-astana_a3495014/ | 2024-01-01T05:24:53Z |
(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Aries:
Ganesha says you will make some resolutions to maintain a better standard of living and you will be successful in it. Spending time with like-minded people will give you a positive outlook. Students should believe in their own competence. There may be anxiety due to the behaviour of any member of the family. Do not do any transaction related to borrowing of rupees. Due to this, the relationship can also get bad. The youth should focus more on their career. Work will be more and most of the work will be completed on time.
Taurus:
Ganesha says today you can be busy in some religious activity which will keep both body and mind happy. Any scheme related to property can be successful, so keep your focus on it. Don't ignore the movements of your enemies. Otherwise you may get into trouble. Take any decision regarding financial investment wisely. Today there will be positive movement in
business activities. Spouse will play a major role in maintaining the happiness and peace of the family.
Gemini:
Ganesha says new plans will be formed in your mind. Now is the right time to implement what you have planned so far regarding the change in your work style. Arrival of relatives in
the house and reconciliation will make the atmosphere of the house happy. At this time there may be a dispute with the brothers regarding something. With someone's intervention, the problem will be resolved soon. Keep an eye on children's company. It is necessary to take a tough decision at the time.
Cancer:
Ganesha says the dreams that you had about your success and hope will come true. Keep striving towards your tasks with full passion and hard work. There are good conditions to prove you. There will be concern about the problems going on in the married life of a family member. However, your advice and situations will become normal in many ways. Firm and important decisions taken in the field of work will be successful.
Leo:
Ganesha says the efforts you have been making for your own progress for the past few years will bring positive results. Helping others in their pain and distress will give you comfort. Your impression will be made in the family and society as well. Be aware of traffic rules while driving, a little carelessness can land you in legal matters. Planetary pastures are not very favourable at this time. The production work which was stalled due to financial difficulties for some time now, will gain momentum.
Virgo:
Ganesha says conditions will give you some unwanted success this afternoon. A close relative will arrive in the house and a special issue will be discussed. A solution to any of your major problems can also be found. Expenditure status may remain along with income. Treat children in a friendly manner without strict control. Do not reveal any of your plans to anyone. Do all the work in the work area under your own supervision. The relationship between husband and wife will be sweet. Health will be excellent.
Libra:
Ganesha says your presence will be especially important in the discussion on any family issue. Your contribution to any social or religious organization will give you a new identity. In the afternoon the planetary position will be slightly reversed. A few negative thoughts may come to mind. The health of an elder in the household needs special care. Pay attention to current activities in business at this time. The environment of the house will be orderly and disciplined.
Scorpio:
Ganesha says good time will be spent in shopping with family. Good harmony will be maintained between home and business. Although the work is more, all the tasks will be completed properly. Your interest in spiritual activities will also increase. At this time there will be any loss related to money transactions. Don't ignore the movements of opponents either. Students may face any difficulty related to studies. It will be better if you don't start any new work today.
Sagittarius:
Ganesha says your interest in the social and family sphere will increase with the influence of your excellent personality and impressive speech. The boundary of contact will also expand.
Some time may also pass in your interest activities. Along with personal tasks, spending time with family members is also your responsibility. Sometimes it seems that fate is not cooperating. However, this will remain your illusion. Business related to machine and food will be successful. There will be disagreement between husband and wife regarding any problem at home.
Capricorn:
Ganesha says today's start can be very pleasant. Work calmly and thoughtfully. A few plans regarding the future of the children will also come to fruition. But act with mind instead of
heart. You may take a wrong decision by getting emotional. Someone else can also take the wrong advantage of it. It would be appropriate to consult family members in any problem.
Today put your energy into marketing related tasks and collecting payments etc.
Aquarius:
Ganesha says you will be able to get any kind of work done through your practical skills. Just think over any of your plans once again before starting them. Any important notification can
be received through mobile or email. Sometimes a negative thought may come in the mind in desperation. Spend some time in the company of experienced people and nature, you may find relaxation. Heed the advice of employees to conduct business activities properly. Family atmosphere will be maintained happily.
Pisces:
Ganesha says you will have special support in tasks related to home maintenance today. There will also be discussions about any special success of yours at home and in society. Taking interest in children's activities will boost their confidence. Due to your success, few people may feel jealous towards you. Ignoring everyone, you focus on your tasks. Due to overwork in the office, time may have to be given at home. In the field of work, you can get good results according to your hard work.
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Cenbank holds $17.7b in net reserves, meets IMF's benchmark
BB sells record $6.7 billion to banks in Jul-Dec
The central bank ended the year with net reserves reaching about $17.7 billion in December, even exceeding the International Monetary Fund's benchmark for Bangladesh to receive the third tranche of a $4.7 billion loan package, a high official of the central bank said.
To meet the conditions set by the IMF, Bangladesh Bank aimed to maintain a net reserve of $17.48 billion by December 2023.
Despite a crisis in reserves, the central bank sold a record $6.7 billion to banks in the six months (July-December) of the financial year 2023-24. The dollar sales during the same period of the previous fiscal year were $7.8 billion.
Bankers said that there was pressure on the central bank to meet the import obligations of daily necessities, including oil, gas, and fertilisers. On the other hand, it had to collect dollars in different ways to maintain reserves according to the IMF's conditions.
A senior official of the central bank said that the central bank bought $1.04 billion from the banks in the six months of FY24, which was very limited in the previous fiscal year.
He mentioned that most banks are experiencing a shortage of dollars. Yet, the Bangladesh Bank managed to buy dollars from different banks to uphold the foreign exchange reserve.
Meeting IMF condition
As of 28 December, the central bank held foreign exchange reserves of $21.7 billion based on the BPM-6 standard.
When calculating the IMF net reserve, obligations to the Asian Clearing Union (ACU) and bills due within a year had to be excluded. This resulted in a difference of $4 billion between the gross reserve and the net reserve.
Spokesperson of Bangladesh Bank Md Mezbaul Haque said one of their key responsibilities is maintaining forex reserves. They engage in both selling and buying dollars from banks.
Regarding how they acquired dollars amidst a shortage, he said, "Some banks have foreign currency but face difficulties in cash transactions. They sold it to the central bank."
On 26 December, the central bank bought $200 million from Islamic Bank and another $100 million from various banks, totaling $300 million.
Over the past three years, the Bangladesh Bank has consistently sold dollars from reserves to commercial banks. In the fiscal year 2022, they sold $7.62 billion, and in FY23, they sold $13.58 billion to settle import bills.
Dollar rate discrepancy
Presently, banks are selling dollars to the central bank at Tk110, while collecting remittance dollars at Tk109.50.
Additionally, banks can offer a maximum incentive of 2.5% from their own funds on the collection of remittance dollars.
Importers often have to buy dollars at a higher price than the declared rate, although some influential traders manage to secure dollars for imports at a slightly lower rate.
As per the directives of the Bangladesh Foreign Exchange Dealers Association (Bafeda), banks are supposed to buy remittance dollars at a maximum rate of Tk109.50. However, several banks have collected remittances at rates ranging from Tk120 to Tk122.
The dollar shortage in scheduled banks is evident in the Net Open Position (NOP) holdings of foreign currencies. Currently, around 20 banks have NOP short positions.
The head of the treasury department at a state-owned bank explained that the high dollar rate is not solely due to banks being in long positions. Many banks have also reduced imports due to a limited flow of dollars, resulting in a long position due to decreased import liability.
A bank's Foreign Exchange Net Open Position (NOP) is the difference between its foreign currency assets and liabilities at a specific point in time. A long NOP occurs when assets exceed liabilities, while a short NOP occurs when liabilities surpass assets. | https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/cenbank-holds-177b-net-reserves-meets-imfs-benchmark-767522 | 2024-01-01T05:24:56Z |
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"When will you listen to the common man?" Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury ask PM Modi
Questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi about when he will be listening to the common man, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury suggested the Prime Minister that if he wants to win the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, then he should fulfil his promises that he made during the previous election rally.
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Questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi about when he will be listening to the common man, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury suggested the Prime Minister that if he wants to win the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, then he should fulfil his promises that he made during the previous election rally. "When will you listen to the common man? Everyone will get Rs 15 lakhs, 2 crore jobs will be generated each year, all black money will be under government control, and the common man is tired of listening to all these lies. Along with Mann Ki Baat, there is also a Dil Ki Baat that if Modi needs to pass in the next elections, this heap of lies will be served to the public," a Congress MP reacted to PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat on Sunday.
Addressing countrymen during the 108th episode of his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday pointed out how innovative technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), has brought about convenience in different sectors of society. Recalling the Kashi-Tamil Sangmam event in Uttar Pradesh, where the indigenous AI-powered Bhashini app ensured proper translation of his words from Hindi to Tamil with ease, he said that the people who participated in the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam were elated by this experiment.
"A few days ago, there was an experiment in Kashi that I would certainly like to share with Mann Ki Baat listeners. You must be aware that thousands of people have reached Kashi from Tamil Nadu to take part in Kashi-Tamil Sangamam. There, for the first time, I used 'Bhashini' the Artificial intelligence (AI) tool to communicate with them from a public platform. I was addressing in Hindi from the Dais but thanks to the AI tool Bhashini, the people of Tamil Nadu who were present there were listening to my address in Tamil, translated in real-time," PM Modi said at the 108th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday. The PM further said that technology is a new beginning and expressed hope that it will help his voice reach the masses more easily.
This was done through 'Bhashini' for those in the audience who understood Tamil. 'Bhashini' is an AI-led language translation system that enables people to speak in their own language while talking to speakers of other Indian languages. The popular programme on All India Radio, Prime Minister Mann Ki Baat, was started on October 3, 2014 and is broadcast on the last Sunday of every month at 11 am. The 30-minute programme completed its 100 episodes on April 30, 2023.
The Mann Ki Baat programme is a platform where the Prime Minister communicates directly with the people of the country. Through this programme, the Prime Minister informs and inspires the people of the country on various topics. Mann ki Baat has impacted all sections of society, who have been inspired to contribute towards fulfilling the great goals he has set for the nation. (ANI)
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Kazakh Information Minister calls on Turkic Council countries’ colleagues to join technology alliance
"The integration of the Turkic world, the intensification of cooperation between our countries is one of the top priorities of the foreign policy pursued by the Head of State Nursultan Nazarbayev. Presently, this interaction is actively developing in the economic sphere, politics, culture, education, and other sectors," Dauren Abayev told today's meeting of ministers in charge of information and communication technologies of the Cooperation Council of Turkic-Speaking States.
Alongside this, he highlighted that there is an enormous and so far underused potential in our countries' cooperation in terms of the development of information and communication technologies.
He told the meeting participants about the digitalization development in Kazakhstan. According to the minister, Digital Kazakhstan government program aimed at a profound socio-economic transformation through high technologies has been implemented since last year.
"However, these projects are executed not without reason. After all, over the years of independence, a modern info-communication landscape has been created in the country. For instance, over the past 10 years, the number of Internet users in Kazakhstan has increased from 8% to 76%. E-government was created and is actively developing, and around 30 million public services were provided by its means last year alone. Cities and towns across the country are covered by fourth generation communications. Projects to ensure broadband Internet access in rural areas are being implemented," the minister told the attendees.
Dauren Abayev underscored that for the high-quality introduction of 5G in the country, the radio frequency spectrum is released in three different bands. Besides, the Astana Hub - International Technology Park for IT Startups - was created within the infrastructure of the EXPO 2017 international exhibition in 2018.
"Tomorrow, technoparks of the Eurasian Economic Union Member States will sign an integration declaration. In this regard, I call on our partners from the countries of the Cooperation Council of Turkic-Speaking States to join this promising technology alliance as well," said the Minister of Information and Communications.
The minister highlighted the project for the creation of the Trans-Eurasian Information Super Highway (TASIM) initiated by Azerbaijan. It aims at building a transnational fiber-optic line covering the countries of Eurasia from Frankfurt to Hong Kong.
All participants of the meeting thanked the Ministry of Information and Communications of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the hospitality.
Kazinform earlier reported that Almaty hosts the Third Meeting of Ministers in charge of Information and Communication Technologies of the Cooperation Council of Turkic-Speaking States. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-information-minister-calls-on-turkic-council-countries-colleagues-to-join-technology-alliance_a3493607/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:00Z |
(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Number 1 (People born on 1, 10, 19 and 28 of any month)
Ganesha says this time you can solve a stuck personal task with the help of a politician. The effort you put into your fitness will pay off. Your proposal will be crucial in any matter relating to the Society. Your negligence and laziness will be the reason for most of the interruptions in your work. If you stop these vices, your personality can get better. It is better to stay away from false arguments. Your presence and concentration is required in the workplace. Family atmosphere can be pleasant. Health will be good.
Number 2 (People born on 2, 11, 20 or 29 of any month)
Ganesha says the presence of a close relative in the house will create an atmosphere of entertainment and excitement. Any religious planning can also be completed. Young people recognize their talents. Focus on your future tasks with full energy. Don't trust strangers. Also keep in mind that few people can take advantage of your simple nature. You may miss out on a good opportunity for further discussion. There can be a situation of dispute between employees in the workplace. Your spouse and family will be fully involved in solving your problems. Protect yourself from heat.
Number 3 (People born on 3, 12, 21, 30 of any month)
Ganesha says most of the time today will be spent in fulfilling family responsibilities. If a political task is stuck, try to complete it today. The timing is favourable. Spending some time with children will boost their morale. People with a few negative thoughts can condemn you. Don't worry, you won't be harmed. There is a need to be extra careful while performing banking tasks. Business system can be improved. Husband and wife can disagree about something in the house. Be careful about health.
Number 4 (People born on 4, 13, 22 or 31 of any month)
Ganesha says instead of being in a hurry, try to get the job done. Your tasks will be completed properly. Forgive other people's mistakes and you will have a special effort to keep the relationship sweet. Haste and carelessness can make your actions worse. Maintain patience and peace. Excessive rocking of children can make the home worse. Be friendly with them. Deals are likely to be made on important transactions related to the sale and purchase of property. Husband and wife can have a romantic relationship. Maintain your diet to relieve gas and constipation.
Number 5 (People born on 5, 14, 23 of any month)
Ganesha says excellent information related to spirituality will be received which will also affect your personality. Adequate time will also be spent visiting influential people and increasing social activism. It is necessary to change one's behaviour from time to time. Sometimes falling into a state of stubbornness and doubt can hurt. Young people may have difficulty with career tasks due to a personal problem. This time it will be convenient to start a new business to grow the business. Marriage will be sweet. There may be some relief today from the health problems that have been going on for some time.
Number 6 (People born on 6, 15 or 24 of any month)
Ganesha says the day will start well. A close relative can also be involved in achieving the goal. Only having your Karma Pradhan will shape your destiny. Students' interest in the fields of science can increase. Being too busy with personal tasks will not allow you to focus on family. Some time is needed to solve children's problems. Economic conditions can also be a bit of a rush. There will be some changes in the business space which will be positive. Don't let any kind of misunderstanding come in family life. Throat infections and coughs can be a problem.
Number 7 (People born on 7, 16, and 25 of any month)
Ganesha says the day will be normal. It will take a little effort to make the time convenient. Recognize your talents and abilities. Spending some time in gardens and nature can bring peace of mind. The atmosphere in the house can be bad because of something. Maintain proper respect for the elders in the home. Young people can do their best to achieve their goals. There may be some disruptions in business today. Husband and wife can have a romantic relationship. Physical and mental fatigue can prevail.
Number 8 (People born on 8, 17 and 26 of any month)
Ganesha says there will be some improvement in the daily routine that has become busy. Listen to your conscience instead of your heart in making any decision. Your deeds and efforts can give you success in every endeavour. Relationship with brothers will be sweet. At this point a situation may arise where the distance may increase slightly. Spend some time with family and children to relax. It is better to avoid any kind of travel today. Spend most of your time in marketing activities today maintaining harmony among family members. Hormone related problems may increase.
Number 9 (People born on 9, 18 and 27 of any month)
Ganesha says some time you will be happy It was a discovery, it can be achieved today. Through introspection you will also try to improve your lifestyle. You can get the right help from your well-wishers when needed. There may be some problems at the beginning of the day. But do not make hasty and emotional decisions. An unfulfilled dream can be frustrating. Deterioration of expensive electronic equipment can also lead to high costs. There may be a slight slowdown in business activities. Husband and wife may lack coordination. Women may complain of joint pain.
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‘They don’t care’: Waugh slams cricket bosses over South Africa Test farce
By Malcolm Conn
A furious Steve Waugh has accused the International Cricket Council and administrators from leading nations of ignoring the welfare of Test cricket after South Africa prioritised their Twenty20 competition over a tour of New Zealand.
“Obviously they don’t care,” Waugh told this masthead after South Africa named seven uncapped players in their 14-man squad to face the Black Caps in a two-Test series next month.
New captain Neil Brand is yet to play international cricket, while only two players from South Africa’s Test victory over India last week have been included.
Waugh fears that major events like the Boxing Day Test will be seriously impacted in coming years.
“It’s going to happen if the South African Cricket Board are any indication of the future, keeping their best players at home,” he said. “If I was New Zealand I wouldn’t even play the series. I don’t know why they’re even playing. Why would you when it shows a lack of respect for New Zealand cricket?
“It’s pretty obvious what the problem is. The West Indies aren’t sending their full-strength side [to Austalia this summer]. They haven’t picked a full-strength Test team for a couple of years now.
“Someone like Nicholas Pooran is really a Test batsman who doesn’t play Test cricket. Jason Holder, probably their best player, is not playing now. Even Pakistan didn’t send a full side [to Australia].
“If the ICC or someone doesn’t step in shortly then Test cricket doesn’t become Test cricket because you’re not testing yourself against the best players.
“I understand why players don’t come. They’re not getting paid properly. I don’t understand why ICC or the top countries who are making a lot of money don’t just have a regulation set fee for Test matches which is a premium, so people are incentivised to play Test Cricket.
“Otherwise they just play T10 or T20. The public are the ones who are going to suffers because it’s not the full side playing, so it’s not Test cricket.
The wealthy Board of Control for Cricket in India demands and receives an ever greater share of ICC revenue when most other countries run Test cricket at a loss.
India’s share of ICC television rights jumped from 22 percent of about $3 billion in 2017 to 38 percent of about $4.5 billion in 2023.
This is after US media giant Walt Disney and India’s Reliance Industries paid the BCCI $8.6 billion for the television and digital rights to broadcast the IPL, making it one of the most lucrative sports leagues in the world in terms of cost per game.
An IPL match is billed in rights value at $21.7 million per game, ahead of the English Premier League’s $16.8 million per game, Indian media reported at the time. The combined value of the IPL rights was estimated to be almost double the 2018-22 deal.
Cricket South Africa has an agreement with the South African players’ union to allow its best players to play in India’s IPL, which has disrupted Test tours in the past. South Africa cancelled a one-day tour of Australia last year for the same reason.
Waugh originally raised his concerns on Instagram, posting the largely anonymous South African squad. Underneath his message began wrote: “Is this a defining moment in the death of Test cricket.”
He finished with: “History and tradition must count for something. If we stand by and allow profits to be the defining criteria the legacy of Bradman, Grace and Sobers will be irrelevant.”
David Warner claimed that it was up to governing bodies to make sure that the correct scheduling was in place. While he would not comment directly on South Africa’s squad Warner said on Monday: “That’s just showing where it [Test cricket] could be potentially heading.
“There’s going to be a lot of conversations I think in the next year most definitely about it, and I think for us we need to keep Test cricket alive. It’s the pinnacle of the game. We absolutely love it and when you get that taste of it when you’re out there five days toiling. Hopefully, that can keep surviving.” | https://www.theage.com.au/sport/cricket/they-don-t-care-waugh-slams-cricket-bosses-over-south-africa-test-farce-20240101-p5euj2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport | 2024-01-01T05:25:06Z |
Flames find a way to ground Flyers in 4-3 thriller
Slumping left-wingers Andrew Mangiapane, with three assists, and Jonathan Huberdeau, with the other helper to snap a 12-game pointless skid, combined for all four primary assists on Sunday night as the Calgary Flames outlasted the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3.
Mikael Backlund, Dennis Gilbert, Nazem Kadri and Blake Coleman scored for Calgary (15-16-5).
Rasmus Ristolainen, with his first of the season, Bobby Brink and Egor Zamula scored for Philadelphia (19-12-5). The regulation loss snaps the Flyers' nine-game road points streak, which had been their longest such streak since 2005-06 when they had a 12-0-2 streak.
Making his fifth consecutive start, Jacob Markstrom had 27 stops to improve to 9-10-2.
Sam Ersson had 28 saves for the Flyers. He falls to 9-5-2 on the season. He entered the night 8-1-1 in his previous 10 starts.
Tied 1-1, the Flames took their first lead at 7:29 of the third period when Huberdeau threaded a pass across the slot to Gilbert skating in from the blue line and he ripped a high shot past Ersson for his first goal of the season.
Kadri on a two-on-one made it a two-goal lead at 14:29, but there was still lots of scoring to come.
With the goalie pulled for an extra attacker, Brink scored at 16:36 to get the visitors back within a goal.
Coleman's empty-net goal at 17:42, set up by Mangiapane, restored the two-goal cushion and that would end up being the winner as, with the goalie pulled again, Zamula scored at 18:36 setting up a thrilling finish.
The Flyers opened the scoring at 9:44 of the first period when Ryan Poehling got the puck in the corner and spotted Ristolainen sneaking in from the blue line and he set up the defenceman with a perfect cross-ice pass that he fired into the open net before Markstrom could get across.
The score remained that way thanks to some stellar goaltending at both ends of the ice until Calgary tied it at 18:21 of the second period.
From the same spot on the ice where Poehling set up the opening goal, Mangiapane sent a pass into the slot that Backlund one-timed over Ersson's glove from 20 feet out.
Mangiapane was back on a line with Backlund and Blake Coleman for this game after coach Ryan Huska flip-flopped the lines for Mangiapane and Jonathan Huberdeau, both in extended slumps.
Mangiapane had just three points (one goal, two assists) in his previous 12 games while Huberdeau had gone that many games without any points.
Huberdeau joined Elias Lindhom and Yegor Sharangovich and that new-look trio created three good scoring chances in the first period, only to be thwarted by Ersson.
Sloppy puck management by the Flames in the second forced Markstrom to make a couple of key stops to keep Calgary within a goal.
Just over a minute in, MacKenzie Weegar's errant pass went right to Morgan Frost in front, but he was stopped by Markstrom. Later in the period, Gilbert was stripped by Frost, freeing the puck to Cam Atkinson, who moved in and had his first shot stopped and also the rebound turned away.
The Flyers fall to 16-2-2 in games in which they score first.
COLEMAN'S 500TH
Flames' right-winger Blake Coleman played in his 500th NHL game. He's just the fourth player from the state of Texas to reach that milestone. He's on pace for a career best season with a team-leading 13 goals and 13 assists through 36 games.
LINEUP SHUFFLES
In addition to the changes up front, the Flames also broke up the D pairing of Rasmus Andersson and MacKenzie Weegar, who have been together most of the season, and played Andersson with Gilbert while Weegar lined up alongside Jordan Oesterle, who returned after missing four games as a healthy scratch.
KILLER PK
Calgary and Philadelphia entered the night as co-leaders in short-handed goals with nine, the Flames led by Coleman's four SH goals while Travis Konecny had four to lead the Flyers.
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Flyers: Wrap up their four-game road trip in Edmonton on Tuesday.
Flames: Begin a four-game road trip on Tuesday in Minnesota.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 31, 2023.
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Kerala minister criticises Christian priests for silence on Manipur at Modi's Christmas programme
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Kerala Cultural Affairs Minister Saji Cheriyan strongly criticised Christian priests on Sunday for their alleged silence on the issue of Manipur violence during the Christmas programme organised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence in New Delhi.
Speaking after inaugurating a local committee of his party CPI(M) in this coastal district, Cheriyan mocked certain bishops who attended the Prime Minister's programme, saying they got ''goosebumps'' when BJP leaders invited them.
He alleged that they forgot the issue of Manipur violence targeting their own community members when they were served with cakes and grape wine.
''Did they urge the Indian Prime Minister to intervene in the matter?'' the CPI(M) leader questioned.
Stating that Christian community members were butchered in Manipur, Cheriyan also criticised certain Christian priests for still joining the BJP in Kerala.
His remarks came a day after a priest and around 50 Christian families joined the BJP in Pathanamthitta district. Neither the BJP nor the bishops have reacted to Cheriyan's allegations.
During an interaction with the members of the Christian community at his residence on Christmas, Modi had heaped praise on the minority community for its role in the freedom movement and in various fields like healthcare and education, and said the country proudly acknowledges its contribution.
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Akmaral was the only representative of Kazakhstan to capture a medal at the tournament. Team Kazakhstan consisted of 14 judokas.
The event brought together 177 athletes from 28 countries. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-judoka-snatches-judo-bronze-in-bulgaria_a3494692/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:07Z |
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Cenbank signals monetary tightening; policy to be unveiled on 15 Jan
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According to central bank officials, there might be a further decrease in the market's money flow and an anticipated rise in loan interest rates, given the implementation of a more contractionary monetary policy planned for this year,
Confirming the date, Bangladesh Bank Spokesperson and Executive Director Majbaul Haque on Sunday (31 December) said that inflation is expected to come down to 6-8 percent in June 2024 with the help of the measures taken to contain it.
He said, "Throughout 2023, Bangladesh Bank grappled with numerous challenges. Yet, there were notable achievements. We successfully reinstated a positive flow to the current account and transitioned bank loan interest rates to market-based mechanisms. It can be said that the whole of 2023 unfolded amid an array of challenges."
"Various measures have been taken to control inflation, while the foreign exchange reserves returned to a positive trend," he added, anticipating a strengthened economy in the forthcoming days under the new government.
As of 28 December, the central bank held gross reserves totaling $21.7 billion as per BPM-6. Besides, November witnessed a marginal decrease in inflation, dropping to 9.49% from the previous month.
The cenbank correspondent further noted that efforts to ensure improved corporate governance will continue in the new year.
He said, "We have started working on corporate governance and will continue in the new year as well. Since Bangladesh Bank's primary policy is to provide security to depositors, we are dedicated to ensuring that their interests are thoroughly protected."
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In October, Bangladesh Bank revamped the monetary policy formulation committee, expanding its composition beyond central bank officials by adding three external members to the previously exclusively internal committee. | https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/cenbank-signals-monetary-tightening-policy-be-unveiled-15-jan-767594 | 2024-01-01T05:25:07Z |
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Will Shipley received good news Sunday after an MRI of his knee. Shipley was injured late in Clemson's 38-35 victory over Kentucky in the Gator Bowl Friday and had to be carted off the field.
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BEIJING - China's President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulations with U.S. President Joe Biden on the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries, the official Xinhua news agency said on Monday.
Xi also exchanged New Year's messages with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un, and both announced 2024 to be a "friendship year" for both countries, launching a series of activities for that, Xinhua said separately.
On New Year's Eve, the Chinese leader exchanged New Year's greetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin as well. This year is the 75th anniversary of China and Russia establishing diplomatic relations.
Xi said China and Russia should "continuously consolidate" and develop ties "featuring permanent good-neighbourly friendship", along with comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation that would serve both countries' interests.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China by Mao Zedong, who defeated Republic of China forces led by Chiang Kai-shek in a bloody civil war.
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Xi in his New Year's address on Sunday said China's "reunification" with Taiwan is inevitable, striking a stronger tone than he did a year earlier with less than two weeks to go before the democratically governed island elects a new leader. REUTERS | https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/chinas-xi-us-president-biden-exchange-congratulations-on-45th-year-of-diplomatic-ties | 2024-01-01T05:25:10Z |
KINSHASA, Congo — Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi has won reelection with more than 70% of the vote, the country's election commission said Sunday as opposition candidates and their supporters questioned the validity of the results.
The preliminary results of the Dec. 20 election were announced in the capital, Kinshasa, amid demands from the opposition and some civil society groups for the vote to be rerun due to massive logistical problems that they said had undermined the balloting.
Tshisekedi's overwhelming declared victory was likely to fuel those concerns. The second-place candidate was businessman Moise Katumbi, who received 18% of the vote, and Martin Fayulu, who received 5%, finished third. Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mukwege, a physician renowned for treating women brutalized by sexual violence in eastern Congo, got less than 1%.
Speaking from his headquarters in the capital after the results were announced, Tshisekedi thanked his supporters for giving him another five-year term.
"You believed in my commitment so that our country can find its place in the concert of nations," he said. "You have embraced my vision of society. I will spare no effort for more jobs, more purchasing power, more access to basic services at all levels."
About 18 million people voted in the election, which had a turnout of more than a 40%, according to the election commission. The results will be sent to the constitutional court for confirmation, election chief Denis Kadima said.
Candidates opposing the results have two days to submit their claims, and the constitutional court then has seven days to decide. The final results are expected on January 10, and the president is scheduled to be sworn in at the end of that month.
Congo has a history of disputed elections that can turn violent, and there's little confidence among many Congolese in the country's institutions. Before the results were announced Sunday, opposition candidates, including Katumbi, said they rejected the results and called on the population to mobilize.
The logistical problems included many polling stations being late in opening or not opening at all. Some lacked materials, and many voter cards had smudged ink that made them illegible.
Voting in the election had to be extended into a second day— something local observers and civil society organizations have called illegal — and parts of the country were still casting ballots five days after election day.
"If a foreign country considers these elections to be elections, there's a problem," Fayulu said at a news conference in the capital Sunday before the results were announced. "It's a farce, don't accept (the results)."
Violence was already flaring in parts of the country before the results were announced. In the eastern city of Goma, youth barricaded some main streets demanding a revote. Earlier this week, clashes erupted between some of Fayulu's supporters and police officers who fired tear gas at protesters who threw rocks and barricaded themselves inside the opposition headquarters.
"These elections are an example of fraud and ballot-box stuffing, flouting any transparent and credible electoral process and, moreover, democracy," said Bienvenu Matumo, a member of LUCHA, a local rights group.
Leading up to and during the vote, the election commission was accused of not being transparent enough. The East African Community said its election observer mission was not granted access to Congo, and the European Union canceled its mission after authorities did not authorize the use of satellite equipment by EU monitors.
Congo analysts say the thousands of observers that were in the country were unable to say whether the irregularities had an impact on the overall integrity of the results, leaving it to the election commission.
Tshisekedi already has spent much of his time in office trying to gain legitimacy after a disputed 2018 election that some observers said Fayulu had actually won.
Overall, Tshisekedi's track record has been spotty. He's struggled to stem violence in the east, a goal he campaigned on.
Conflict in eastern Congo has raged for decades, with more than 120 armed groups fighting for power, resources and to protect their communities. But the violence has spiked during Tshisekedi's term with the resurgence of the M23 rebels, who have displaced millions of people and seized swaths of land. The fighting prevented 1.5 million people from registering to vote.
Attempts to quell the violence with an East African Force comprised of troops from neighboring countries have failed. The force is pulling out, along with a U.N. peacekeeping mission that has been in Congo for decades.
Still, Tshisekedi's initiatives creating free health care for pregnant mothers and babies and providing free primary education has changed the lives of some people living in remote villages.
"My brothers can go to school now without my parents paying, which allows my father to put that money to buying food for the family," John Nlaza, a resident of a small village in Kongo Central province told The Associated Press.
Congolese analysts said it's important to view Tshisekedi's win with caution given the significant uncertainty of the presidential election's validity.
"The opposition's contesting of the results is not only a predictable reaction, but it also highlights the persistence of a deeper crisis of legitimacy at the top of the state," Tresor Kibangula, a political analyst at the Congolese research institute Ebuteli, said. "This battle will depend on (the opposition's) ability to mobilize the Congolese people for its cause, with a view to reversing the balance of power."
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Cyclist Rohan Dennis drove ute that killed Olympian wife Melissa Hoskins
By Jacob Shteyman, Roger Vaughan and Lachlan Abbott
Two-time Olympian and former world champion cyclist Melissa Hoskins has died after she was struck by a ute her Olympic cyclist husband Rohan Dennis was driving in Adelaide’s inner north.
Paramedics rushed Hoskins to the Royal Adelaide Hospital with serious injuries after she was hit in the suburb of Medindie on Saturday night.
The 32-year-old mother of two died overnight.
Police arrested her husband, 33-year-old former professional cyclist Dennis, who was driving the ute. He has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, driving without due care and endangering life. Dennis was bailed to appear in Adelaide Magistrates Court in March.
Hoskins won gold in the team pursuit at the 2015 world championships and rode in the team pursuit at two Olympic Games. She finished fourth at the 2012 London Games, but a serious training crash caused her to eventually miss the 2016 Rio final.
Dennis retired from the sport last year, having won stages at all three grand tours – the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia and Vuelta a Espana.
Anna Meares, one of Australia’s greatest track cyclists and a two-time Olympic gold medallist, mourned Hoskins on social media.
“I have a very heavy heart,” Meares wrote on Monday morning. “My thoughts are with their children, family and fellow friends. This is a very difficult and tragic time. RIP.”
Mike Tomalaris, a former long-time SBS cycling presenter and Tour de France host, said on social media Hoskins’ death and Dennis’ arrest was “difficult to comprehend”.
“This is so sad. A disaster,” he wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Heartbreaking!”
CPA Women, the international association of professional female cyclists, said it was shocked by Hoskins’ death.
“We send our thoughts to those who love her, starting with her children, and were lucky enough to ride with her during an all too short life,” the union said on social media. “We will miss you Melissa.”
AusCycling chief executive Marne Fechner said Hoskins’ retired at 25 but had “shown the world she was an athlete of rare prowess”.
“It was with shock and sorrow that we learned of Melissa Hoskins’ tragic death,” she said.
“Melissa, a mother, daughter, and wife, was also a champion cyclist who thrilled and inspired us with her exquisite skills on the track and road.”
She said the organisation would determine an appropriate way to memorialise the cyclist and her contribution.
SBS cycling commentator Matthew Keenan also paid tribute.
“My thoughts are with Melissa Hoskins, her kids, family and friends. #RIP,” he posted on X.
Australian pro-cyclist Tiffany Cromwell said on Instagram she “can’t quite believe the news”. “A life gone far too young. RIP Mel,” she wrote.
Born in Perth in 1991, Hoskins also competed in road cycling between 2012 and 2015 with Australian professional team GreenEDGE. She married Dennis in February 2018, following her retirement from cycling the previous year.
Police said major crash officers attended the scene of the death along with detectives from the Criminal Investigation Branch to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Dennis twice won stages of the Tour de France in 2015, including stage one after which he held the yellow, green and white jerseys concurrently. He is a two-time Olympic medallist, won a silver medal for the team pursuit in 2012 and a bronze medal for the men’s individual time trial in 2021. He also claimed the world hour record in 2015.
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WATCH: Thomas LaManna calls out Chris Eubank Jr. after TKO win in Newark
NEWARK, N.J. — After nearly being done with boxing, Thomas LaManna bounced back with a year to remember in 2023.
The 32-year-old middleweight from Millville, N.J. scored three wins in the year, building off the three wins he registered the previous year, to rebuild himself into contention and secure a no. 4 ranking at 160 pounds with the WBA.
He capped off 2023 last Friday with a seventh round stoppage of Nicolas Hernandez at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
“Just two years ago I wasn’t gonna fight no more, I blew up to damn near 240 pounds and I just didn’t want to do it no more. To be back to where I am now is a true blessing. It just shows that true grit and determination gets you to where you want to go,” said LaManna (37-5-1, 16 knockouts), who is trained by Reggie Lloyd.
The Hernandez win was his seventh straight since his last defeat, a first round knockout loss to Erislandy Lara in May of 2021 for the vacant WBA middleweight title. LaManna believes he’s ready for a step-up back into bigger fights, and is hoping that begins with a match with British contender Chris Eubank Jr.
Eubank (33-3, 24 KOs) of Brighton, England revived his own career in 2023, avenging his previous stoppage loss to Liam Smith with a tenth round stoppage of Smith in September. Both LaManna and Eubank are both managed by Nova Sports Group, and LaManna says he had considered not taking the Hernandez fight because of discussions regarding a bout with Eubank.
“Now that I got through this, Chris Eubank you can come see me now. I’d love to come to the U.K. and do what I do. I’ll beat the s—t out of Thomas’ English Muffin,” said LaManna, adding that fights with Danny Garcia and Jarrett Hurd would also be appealing matchups. | https://www.ringtv.com/662691-watch-thomas-lamanna-calls-out-chris-eubank-jr-after-tko-win-in-newark/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:10Z |
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Kazakh karatekas pocket 3 bronze medals in Paris
ASTANA. KAZINFORM - Three Kazakh athletes managed to win bronze medals at the first 2019 Karate-1 Premier League tournament hosted by Paris, Kazinform cites the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan.
In men's -60kg division, Kazakhstan's Darkhan Assadilov defeated Albasher Saud of Saudi Arabia.
Didar Amirali of Kazakhstan was stronger than Moroccan Zakaria Ayoub in the -67kg category.
In the same weight category, Kazakh fighter Assylbek Muratov beat D'Onofrio Francesco of Italy.
It is worth mentioning this was a qualifying tournament for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-karatekas-pocket-3-bronze-medals-in-paris_a3492727/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:14Z |
RSS leader Indresh Kumar appeals to Muslims to say Jai Shri Ram during consecration ceremony
They have changed their religion, not the country. The RSS leader appealed to the people practising Islam, Christianity, Sikhism or any other faith to join the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya by offering prayers at their respective religious places for peace, harmony and brotherhood.He was addressing an event organised here to release book Ram Mandir, Rashtra Mandir - A Common Heritage.Kumar, who is also the chief patron of RSS-linked Muslim Rashtriya Manch MRM, said, We have common ancestors, common faces and a common dream identity.
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RSS national executive member Indresh Kumar on Sunday appealed to Muslims to chant ''Shri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram'' at mosques, dargahs and madrassas on the occasion of the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22. Speaking at an event here, he said ''about 99 percent'' of Muslims and other non-Hindus in India belong to the country. ''They will continue to be so because we have common ancestors. They have changed their religion, not the country.'' The RSS leader appealed to the people practising Islam, Christianity, Sikhism or any other faith to join the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya by offering prayers at their respective religious places for ''peace, harmony and brotherhood''.
He was addressing an event organised here to release book: ''Ram Mandir, Rashtra Mandir - A Common Heritage''.
Kumar, who is also the chief patron of RSS-linked Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM), said, ''We have common ancestors, common faces and a common dream identity. We all belong to this country, we have nothing to do with foreigners.'' ''The MRM has appealed, and I am reiterating today, that chant 'Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram' 11 times at dargahs, maktabs, madrassas and masjid, 11 times. For the rest you follow your way of worship,'' he said.
''I appeal to gurdwaras, churches and all religious places that they magnificently decorate their Ibadat Gah and prayer halls on January 22, between 11-2 pm, and watch this (consecration ceremony at Ram Temple) event on TV.
''Pray for peace, harmony and brotherhood in India and across the world,'' he said and urged all the non-Hindus to consider lighting ''chirag'' (diyas) as well in the evening.
The RSS leader also took potshots at National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah's reported remark that Lord Ram does not only belong to Hindus alone but everyone in the world.
''He said Ram belongs to everyone, not just Hindus. When did we say that it is not so?'' Kumar said, and asked Abdullah to make ''people in the group he is in'' understand that Lord Ram belongs to ''them as well''.
''He should tell the INDIA alliance also that Ram belongs to everyone. Hence, there is no need to get an invitation (to attend consecration ceremony),'' the RSS leader added.
Addressing the event, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan said India's ''gyan parampara'' is full of teachings that seek to convey that ''only a petty mind'' would carry thoughts such as ''this is mine and that is yours''.
''To those who have a big heart and a broad mind, the entire world is their own qunba (family). Gyan parampara, on which India's culture is based, is full of this teaching,'' he added.
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Energypac holds its 28th Annual General Meeting
The 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the shareholders of Energypac Power Generation PLC was held on 30 December 2023 on the digital platform.
In compliance with the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) direction, the AGM was held virtually, reads a press release.
The AGM was chaired by the company Chairman Engr. Rabiul Alam while other board directors and independent directors including Mohammed Nurul Amin and Mikail Shipar took part at the event. Mazeda Khatun, representative director from ICB, also attended the general meeting.
Humayun Rashid, managing director and CEO of Energypac Power Generation PLC, said at the AGM, "I believe the country will do better soon. Meanwhile, Energypac will also get stronger. Because we are moving forward and devising our business strategy considering what will happen in the future. We have always achieved growth. If our respectable shareholders keep supporting us, we will be able to achieve considerable growth even in the coming days."
During the annual general meeting, Energypac's board of directors approved a 5 percent cash dividend for general shareholders | https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/corporates/energypac-holds-its-28th-annual-general-meeting-767554 | 2024-01-01T05:25:19Z |
Wainwright weighs-in: the 2024 fights Anson wants in each weight class
Well, that’s another year in the books. It’s been a successful and productive one for boxing.
We finally got to see Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. face each other after years of ‘will-they-won’t-they’. We got to witness new-age stars Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia throwdown in Las Vegas, the Devin Haney-Vasiliy Lomachenko battle to decide the lightweight king, and the continued brilliance of Naoya Inoue, who ends the year as the undisputed junior featherweight champion.
We saw excellent scraps between Jaime Munguia-Sergey Derevyanchenko, Luis Nery-Azat Hovhannisyan and Joe Cordina-Shavkatzhon Rakhimov, amongst the strong candidates for Fight of The Year.
It was also exciting to see the game-changing emergence of Saudi Arabia, which hosted two gigantic heavyweight shows in October and December. February 17 (Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury) and March 9 are already booked for two more big shows.
Further good news is we have many more fights to look forward to in 2024. Hopefully, the elite practitioners will share the ring and we’ll see more top-level matchups.
It got me thinking of what fights I’d most like to see if I could wave my magic wand over boxing in 2024.
I decided to pick one fight that I’d most like to see in each weight class. If the fight was already made (such as Fury vs. Usyk) then I picked another, and, as this is for fun, I ignored promotional and TV alliances. (Heck, if Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn could get along for the “Day of Reckoning” show in December there is real hope.)
Heavyweight
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua
We saw Fury struggle with Francis Ngannou and the reemergence of Joshua recently. That will have many believing this fight, which earlier this year looked one-sided, is much more viable. So, while Joshua-Deontay Wilder received its death knell, Fury-Joshua is once again a fight we’d like to see. First things first, Fury has to take care of Oleksandr Usyk on February 17, no easy task and a very real banana skin. Personally, I believe Fury, who is prone to erratic performances will be fully dialed in and as the old saying goes, “A good big ‘un, beats a good little ‘un.” Size will matter and Fury will prevail. Joshua will likely stay busy in the interim and hopefully he stays with Ben Davison and we don’t see further musical trainers. By around the middle of the year or sometime in the second half of 2024, we could see these two heavyweight giants finally meet in what would be the biggest all-British fight in history. Hopefully Fury and Joshua would meet at the home of English sports, Wembley Stadium, where somewhere close to 100,000 people would gather. It wouldn’t just be a big fight, or sporting event, it would be the hottest ticket in town and gross tens of millions in the process.
Who wins: It’s hard not to go with Fury, I think he’d get into AJ’s head and mentally break him before the fight. When the fight starts, I think Fury would use his movement to good affect and then when up close he’d use his greater bulk to tire Joshua and then close the show in the second half of the fight.
Cruiserweight
Jai Opetaia vs. Richard Riakporhe
Opetaia has bounced back from the broken jaw he suffered in his championship victory with a vengeance and the undefeated cruiserweight southpaw looks as good as new and clearly the class of the division. He was recently stripped of his IBF title but he remains as The Ring champion. While it would be no surprise to see the 28-year-old Australian search out one of the sanctioning body titleholders, the fight I’d most like to see if Opetaia facing the dangerous Brit. The fight was in the works a few months back only for Riakporhe to walk away and look in another direction, presumably that of compatriot Chris Billam-Smith, who holds the WBO title. Riakporhe won a 10-round split decision when they met and has continued to impress since then. The tall puncher might be the biggest danger to Opetaia at 200 pounds.
Who wins: Very intriguing, I’ll go with Opetaia but he will have to bite down on his gumshield and use his skills to separate himself on the scorecards. Opetaia will come on strong and force a stoppage in 10 rounds.
Light heavyweight
Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol
Bivol did his part by dissecting Lyndon Arthur before Christmas. Now it’s Beterbiev’s turn to put his IBF, WBC and WBO titles on the line against the very live underdog Callum Smith. It’s a very hard fight for Beterbiev, one I actually like Smith to prevail in. However, if the Montreal-based Russian can overcome Smith it is believed the framework is in place for him to face Bivol next. That is my hope, no disrespect to Smith, who is an excellent fighter, but Beterbiev and Bivol have circled each other for a number of years and due to different promoters have found it impossible so far to make the fight. Both men were in Saudi Arabia in October and with Bivol fighting there a week ago means there is now a pathway for them to meet and also enough money to make it possible. The last obstacle is Beterbiev-Smith.
Who wins: For the longest time this has been my guilty pleasure, it’s a wonderful clash of styles. Beterbiev’s aggression and power versus Bivol’s measured approach behind the jab. I see Bivol starting the better and taking the lead on the scorecards but as the action progresses Beterbiev starts having success to the body and forcing Bivol backwards, similar to how he did against Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Beterbiev will catch up with Bivol and score the stoppage in the championship rounds in an absorbing encounter.
Super middleweight
Canelo Alvarez vs. David Benavidez
All roads lead through Canelo at 168 pounds. He got back to business this year after losing to Bivol at 175 pounds in 2022. He looked solid, if a beat off his best against John Ryder and then whitewashed Jermell Charlo in defenses of the undisputed championship. Meanwhile Benavidez stepped to the fore as the most deserving 168-pounder in the world by beating Caleb Plant and Demetrius Andrade, both on Pay-Per-View, helping grow his name and even the risk-reward of this fight. Now it’s time to see Canelo-Benavidez, anything else would be making us wait on the main course. I don’t see it happening in May on Cinco De Mayo, so I think both will have interim fights, but I would expect and be disappointed if both factions, who are aligned with PBC don’t work out a deal for September, in what would be Canelo’s final fight of a three-fight deal with PBC. I think by that time the marination is complete, Benavidez will be more known to the general public and the animosity between both combatants will have reached his zenith.
Who wins: Canelo will start out the favorite but will have to earn it and then some here. Benavidez is bigger and a runaway train, he won’t come looking to box with Canelo, he’ll look to break him. That will bring out the best in Canelo, who will be 34 years old by then. Can he go to the well after over 60 fights? That is the big question. If he can, he can win, if not it could be a very difficult evening. I see Canelo prevailing in an exciting back and forth encounter, with his shot selection and ring generalship seeing him over the line by close 12-round majority decision.
Middleweight
Zhanibek Alimkhanuly vs. Chris Eubank Jr.
The middleweight division is back where it was a decade ago before Gennadiy Golovkin breathed new life into one of boxing’s traditionally strong divisions. Now another Kazakh has the chance to resurrect the division. Alimkhanuly helped himself to the WBO belt and, more recently, the IBF title, though he still lacks the profile needed for big fights. Enter Eubank Jr., he has the name and personality to help bring Alimkhanuly out of the shadows. The Brit was in attendance for “Day of Reckoning” and is no longer linked with a family grudge match up with Conor Benn, which always felt forced with Eubank fighting at middleweight and Benn at welterweight. Perhaps these two could meet on a future show in the Middle East?
Who wins: Alimkhanuly looks the class of the division and needs to take advantage of this opportunity and stamp his authority on the match up. I see both jockeying for position over the first half of the fight before Alimkhanuly begins to take over in the second half. He’s not GGG, but that’s OK. He will have to settle for a points decision.
Junior middleweight
Jermell Charlo vs. Tim Tszyu
This match up was snake-bitten when injuries saw the fight postponed and pushed back from its original January 2023 date before Charlo jumped ship altogether and headed all the way to super middleweight where he lost a lopsided decision to Canelo. It will be interesting to see if Charlo, who is very big for 154-pounds, decides to go back and defend his remaining titles. Since these two had been scheduled to fight, Tszyu has come into his own and much like Benavidez has at super middleweight thrown down the marker as the most deserving fighter in his weight class. The Australian son of a legend has claimed the WBO title and enjoyed a very productive 2023. It looks like Tszyu will return to America in March as part of the new season of NRL (National Rugby League), when thousands of Australians will be in Las Vegas. That looks too soon for this fight but if things line up then it could take place next.
Who wins: Initially when the two were lined up to meet, Charlo would have been a significant favorite. The lines will have dropped now, and this is probably close to 50/50. However, it looks like two fighters going in different directions, the momentum is on Tszyu’s side. He’s been active while Charlo hasn’t been and when he did fight against Canelo, he was in survival mode for the 12-rounds. Would Charlo have the motivation? I’m not sure, I see Tszyu winning a spirited 12-round unanimous decision.
Welterweight
Terence Crawford vs. Jaron Ennis
Crawford cleaned up by beating Spence and there really isn’t anything else left to conquer at welterweight. However, while it looks like he’s contractually obliged to face Spence in a rematch there won’t be anywhere near as much expectancy for the second go around. At 147-pounds there really is only one fight that would capture the imagination and that’s against Ennis, who recently was awarded Crawford’s IBF title. Maybe that rankles Crawford enough to face his young heir apparent. I happen to be of the opinion that Ennis is the best young fighter in boxing. He has a rare ability to out-perform the par heading into the fight. Maybe the closest we’ve seen to Roy Jones Jr. This is a huge step up for Ennis but then I believe it’s also a difficult fight for Crawford. Sure, he’s been at big fights before, he’s coming off a career defining mega fight but this time he’s facing a younger, naturally bigger fighter, who wants that smoke.
Who wins: Now this is a big statement, but I think Ennis beats Crawford. I think he’s just as talented, just as quick, of course he doesn’t have the same experience, but I think he was born for this sort of occasion and will thieve under the bright lights of a big fight. Crawford usually starts slowly; this is something for Ennis to pick up on and run with. He’ll assert himself early and then Crawford will make his usual mid-fight changes. This is a rare instance of both fighters being equally happy to fight from either stance, this will keep both poised and never sure what the other will do. I think Ennis raises his game in the later stages and is able to separate himself just enough to win a thrilling fight. Maybe how we expected Crawford-Spence to play out.
Junior welterweight
Teofimo Lopez vs. Devin Haney
Both men were The Ring/undisputed lightweight champions before jumping five-pounds north to junior welterweight where again each man impressed whilst becoming two-weight world champions. Lopez was thought to be damaged goods when he stunned Josh Taylor to claim a second Ring championship and the Scottish fighter’s WBO belt. It was an eye-opening performance that again showed the precociously talented Lopez is a match for anyone when fully focused. Haney’s boxing skills gave Kambosos fits in their two fights and he was able to edge home against Vasiliy Lomachenko in a fight many believed he lost. The much-needed move up in weight was evident with how he dropped and shutout Regis Prograis in December.
Who wins: This is a real toss up, that depends on which version of Lopez turns up. The battle would begin at the press conference with both trying to take the upper hand. I don’t see there being much between them and there would be shifts in the plot. I’m struggling to separate them and so would the judges. At the conclusion of 12-rounds we’d have a draw.
Lightweight
Shakur Stevenson vs. Gervonta Davis
Since Stevenson won world titles at featherweight and junior lightweight (where he was crowned Ring champion) he looked sensational. Most recently he struggled and didn’t impress while edging past Edwin De Los Santos to win the WBC lightweight title. All the while, Davis has been as dominant, not outboxing but knocking his opposition out, notably the violent destruction of Leo Santa Cruz and the way he disarmed Ryan Garcia, showed he’s a born fighter. This fight would truly crown a boxing superstar. The slick boxing skills of Stevenson versus the brute power of Davis. This has the makings of a classic.
Who wins: Stevenson gets out into an early lead but has to be vigilant of the Baltimore southpaw’s raw power throughout. Davis finds a home for his punches and has a visibly tiring Stevenson in retreat, it’s a race against the clock, can Stevenson last the course and win due to the points he’s built up or will Davis be able to find the necessary punches to end the show? I go with the later, Davis via championship rounds stoppage.
Junior lightweight
Emanuel Navarrete vs. Rocky Hernandez
There isn’t a fight that instantly springs to mind here. There isn’t a clear No. 1 but there appears to be several fighters who are at the same level. Interestingly all four sanctioning body titlists fought at the tail end of the year, and all flattered to deceive. I decided that an all-Mexican slugfest may be the most engaging matchup here. Navarrete scored a career best win over Oscar Valdez but then had to settle for a draw with Robson Conceicao. While Hernandez nearly upset O’Shaquie Foster only to get stopped in the final round. Despite the loss, his stock went up.
Who wins: Both fighters only know one way, straight forward and don’t back up. The difference would be Navarrete’s experience and his power which has got him out of a hole in the past on a few occasions. This time it would be a firefight and although I think that would be Hernandez best shot at winning the all-around better Navarrete would get the stoppage in around seven rounds,
Featherweight
Luis Alberto Lopez vs. Mauricio Lara
I don’t think these two are specifically on either’s radar, but it would be a fun all-Mexican war between two aggressive fighters. We haven’t seen or heard of Lara since he partied too much and missed weight for a May return with Leigh Wood. If he knuckles down and can regain the hunger he had before his last fight he’d be a handful for anyone at 126 pounds. I’m hoping we got that version here. Lopez for his part edged Josh Warrington on the defending champions home turf to pick up the IBF title, then demolished Michael Conlan again on the road and showed his toughness to beat Joet Gonzalez.
Who wins: Lopez has the form, but Lara would be a live underdog. He’d come swinging from the fences. Lopez would have to be careful of his wild countryman and that wouldn’t be easy because he’d have to curb his own tendencies to jump in. I think the fight would ebb and flow for several rounds with both men’s power in affect and may see then both touch down. I feel Lopez would be able to pick his moments more and use Lara’s aggression against him and walk him into something to score a highly exciting 10th round stoppage in a wild shootout.
Junior featherweight
Naoya Inoue vs. Murodjon Akhmadaliev
In two fights at the weight Inoue obliterated Stephen Fulton and then while he had a harder time with Marlon Tapales still won with relative ease. It looks like Inoue will face Luis Nery in May and there isn’t too much else for him to do at 122 pounds, such was his level of dominance in his new weight class. The next best guy is Akhmadaliev, who lost his titles to Tapales but has since returned with a win. The Uzbekistan boxer is very good; however, he’s facing a generational talent who hasn’t needed any time to settle at the weight and looks at his brilliant best already.
Who wins: As good as Akhmadaliev is, this would be too much for him, he’d be made to order for the Japanese standout. Inoue would start on the front foot, mix in lethal body shots and hard headshots, press MJ and break him down in around eight rounds.
Bantamweight
Junto Nakatani vs. Jason Moloney
What better motivation than revenge of the brother. Nakatani impressively stopped Andrew Moloney by scoring one of the Knockouts of the Year to become WBO junior bantamweight titlist. Since then, Nakatani has outgrown the division and will face Alexandro Santiago for the WBC 118-pound title on February 24. That’s a very interesting fight, however, I believe Nakatani is special. He might just be Japan’s version of Nonito Donaire to Naoya Inoue’s Manny Pacquiao. I like him to best Santiago and then if Moloney has kept his crown from his January 13 title defense this would become a unification and for the vacant Ring championship to add a little extra sheen to the fight.
Who wins: Moloney won the title at the third attempt and is determined not to yield it anytime soon. He’ll be more confident and have grown from the win. However, Nakatani isn’t just any fighter. I see him boxing his way into a lead and then being firmly in command claiming a 12-round unanimous decision.
Junior bantamweight
Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Kazuto Ioka
This fight was discussed for New Years Eve and would have been the perfect fight to sign the year off in style. Unfortunately, the two sides weren’t able to broker a deal and ultimately Ioka faced the little-known Josber Perez. Having stopped Perez, the fight is still there for some time in 2024. Estrada has achieved enough that he will enter the International Boxing Hall of Fame one day. Ioka has won world titles in four weight classes and will likely also be inducted to the IBHOF. Both are in their 30s now and are looking for the big fights and big money that goes with them. There is nothing bigger for these two than facing each other.
Who wins: Estrada has been off a year since he returned to beat Gonzalez in their rubber match, while Ioka showed a smart boxing brain to beat Joshua Franco in their rematch. Both are top notch and I’d expect a hard-fought cat and mouse fight with both having their share of moments. I see Ioka winning a razor thin 115-113 split decision.
Flyweight
Jesse Rodriguez vs. Julio Cesar Martinez
Martinez long baulked at facing Sunny Edwards in a unification. Frankly, the Mexican’s ring appearances have become rather sketchy full stop. But I digress. Perhaps now the price for a unification bout would be right, and Martinez would be willing to put up and face the supremely talented young Texan. Rodriguez showed he’s the No. 1 at 112 pounds by stopping Edwards in nine rounds, but he’s interested in moving back to junior bantamweight. Hopefully, before he makes that move, he could be encouraged to face Martinez, who is in dire need of something bigger.
Who wins: Rodriguez buddy, Roman Gonzalez showed how to box the crude free-swinging Martinez and snapped his head back like a PEZ dispenser while befuddling him with foot movement. That would be Rodriguez’s blueprint, one I think he’d follow expertly. Martinez is tough, he showed that against Chocolatito, so it would be interesting to see if Rodriguez could one-up his pal. I suspect he’d have to settle for a wide 12-round unanimous decision.
Junior flyweight
Kenshiro Teraji vs. Adrian Curiel
Teraji bounced back after suffering his first career defeat against Masamichi Yabuki (L TKO 10) to defeat his compatriot with ease in their rematch (KO 3). He upped his game further by beating amateur rival Hiroto Kyoguchi by emphatic seventh-round stoppage to add The Ring and WBA titles to his collection, in what is considered a career best win. This year, he’s followed that by beating late sub (for WBO titlist Jonathan Gonzalez) Anthony Olascuaga (TKO 9) and former unified titlist Hekkie Budler (TKO 9). Gonzalez didn’t fight in 2023 and the Puerto Rican has lost some of his luster due to inactivity. However, Sivenathi Nontshinga had begun to develop his own reputation as a genuine threat to Teraji. He was supposed to mark time against unheralded Adrian Curiel, but it didn’t play out that way. The Mexican entered the fight with just five knockouts in 28 fights and knocked Nontshinga out in two rounds. They’re scheduled to meet in a rematch on February 16. If Curiel can repeat the result and Teraji can beat WBA mandatory Carlos Canizales on January 23, maybe we can see them face each other.
Who wins: Teraji would be the favorite and have to be careful not to get caught by a thunderbolt like Nontshinga did. He’s more than capable of that and of breaking Curiel down in around nine rounds.
Strawweight
Ginjiro Shigeoka vs. Oscar Collazo
The strawweight division underwent something of a makeover this year. Both Shigeoka brothers, Yudai and Ginjiro, made good on their undoubted potential to win WBC and IBF titles respectively. While Collazo claimed the WBO title. The other young gun, Erick Rosa has been in protracted talks to face boxing’s longest ruling titleholder Knockout CP Freshmart, a bout that for a number of reasons has still not been made. The diminutive Ginjiro looks like he could be the future of the division but will have to earn that right. He’s never going to fight his brother. Many years ago, the two were scheduled to meet in the final of an amateur tournament and it was decided that Ginjiro would forfeit the bout. A meeting between Ginjiro and Collazo would be an exciting fight that would mark out the winner as the top fighter in boxing smallest weight class.
Who wins: You’d imagine the Japanese paymasters would bring the fight to Japan, which would give their man an edge. That’s not to say anything underhanded would happen because Japan is thought of as the most even playing field in world boxing. In other words, if Collazo wins, he’s not going to get robbed. That said, I feel we’d get excellent two-way action but at the end of 12-rounds Shigeoka would have his hand raised by 12-round unanimous decision.
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BEIJING - China’s President Xi Jinping said on Jan 1 that he was willing to work with the United States to promote stable bilateral ties, exchanging congratulations with his US counterpart on the anniversary of diplomatic relations, state media said.
Xi and US President Joe Biden met in San Francisco in November, vowing to improve communication in an effort to stop competition from spilling over into conflict.
And in an exchange of messages to mark the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, Mr Xi said both sides should “take practical actions to promote the stable, healthy and sustainable development of China-US relations”.
“Mr Xi Jinping emphasised, I am willing to work with President Biden to continue to navigate China-US relations, benefit both China and the US and their people, and promote world peace and development,” state broadcaster CCTV said.
Mr Xi added that “adhering to mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation is the correct way for China and the United States to interact”, CCTV said.
He also exchanged New Year’s messages with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, with both announcing 2024 to be a “friendship year” for both countries, launching a series of activities for that, said the official Xinhua news agency.
On New Year’s Eve, the Chinese leader exchanged New Year’s greetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin as well. 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of China and Russia establishing diplomatic relations.
Mr Xi said China and Russia should “continuously consolidate” and develop ties “featuring permanent good-neighbourly friendship”, along with comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation that would serve both countries’ interests.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China by Mao Zedong, who defeated Republic of China forces led by Chiang Kai-shek in a bloody civil war.
Mao declared the People’s Republic of China on Oct 1, 1949, while Chiang’s government fled into exile in Taiwan in December of that year. No peace treaty has ever been signed to end the war and the Republic of China remains Taiwan’s formal name.
Mr Xi in his New Year’s address on Dec 31 said China’s “reunification” with Taiwan is inevitable, striking a stronger tone than he did a year earlier with less than two weeks to go before the democratically governed island elects a new leader. AFP, REUTERS | https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/xi-says-willing-to-work-with-us-for-stable-relationship | 2024-01-01T05:25:21Z |
Kazakh MFA's statement regarding situation around INF Treaty
"Being a participant of the INF Treaty, the Republic of Kazakhstan stands for preservation and strict observance of the Treaty by all the parties. Kazakhstan confirms its unchanged value as a unique historical agreement which enabled to eliminate a whole range of missiles capable of carrying nuclear weapons and achieve a significant progress in nuclear disarmament as per Article VI of the Nuclear Weapons Non-Proliferation Treaty.
The denunciation of the INF Treaty which has been one of the most important factors of preserving international security can provoke a new ‘race of arms' in various regions of the world and pose a serious threat to the global peace and security.
Emphasizing the relevance of the global anti-nuclear initiatives of President Nursultan Nazarbayev which are aimed at building a nuclear-weapon-free world by 2045, the Republic of Kazakhstan is committed to strict observance of the INF Treaty by all the parties in the spirit of strengthening confidence-building measures.
For the purpose of preservation of the INF Treaty, the Republic of Kazakhstan urges the U.S. and the Russian Federation to take all the required measures to settle the existing problems by means of constructive negotiations and bilateral and multilateral mechanisms including the INF Treaty Special Verification Commission," the statement reads. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-mfa-s-statement-regarding-situation-around-inf-treaty_a3495446/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:21Z |
(MENAFN- Live Mint) "After an impressive 52-year reign, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, recognized as Europe's longest-serving monarch, declared her intention to abdicate on January 14. The throne will be inherited by her eldest son, Crown Prince Frederik.“I have decided that now is the right time. On 14 January 2024 – 52 years after I succeeded my beloved father – I will step down as queen of Denmark,” she said.“I leave the throne to my son, Crown Prince Frederik,” she said is Crown Prince Frederik?Frederik André Henrik Christian is next in line to inherit the Danish throne as the heir apparent. He is the eldest child of Queen Margrethe II and Prince Henrik. With Queen Margrethe's declaration on December 31, 2023, about her plans to abdicate, it is anticipated that Frederik will ascend to the throne on January 14, 2024, as King Frederik X.Early Life and EducationAccording to reports, Born in Copenhagen on May 26, 1968, he was given the name Frederik in honour of his maternal grandfather, King Frederick IX, thereby upholding the Danish royal custom of naming the heir apparent either Frederick or Christian.
While attending college, he spent a period studying at Harvard in the United States, using the pseudonym Frederik Henriksen Read: Danish Queen Margrethe II tests positive after UK monarch's funeralFrederik completed his education at Øregård Gymnasium and achieved a notable milestone as the first royal to earn a master's degree, holding an MSc in political science from Aarhus University CareerFrederik maintained his involvement in the defence services, serving as a staff officer at Defense Command Denmark from 2002 to 2003. Subsequently, from 2003 onward, he took on the role of a senior lecturer at the Institute of Strategy within the Royal Danish Defense College Read: A Weekend In CopenhagenThe prince, known by the nickname \"Pingo\" (Penguin), was a member of the navy's Frogmen Corps. In the challenging selection process of 1995, he distinguished himself as one of only four recruits out of the 300 who successfully passed all the tests Prince Frederik married Mary Elizabeth Donaldson, an Australian marketing consultant whom the prince had encountered during the Sydney Olympics in 2000. The couple exchanged vows on May 14, 2004, at Copenhagen Cathedral in Copenhagen per a report by AFP,“When the time comes, I will guide the ship,” Frederik said in a speech celebrating his chain-smoking mother's half-century on the throne in 2022 reported by Reuters, in Denmark, the ultimate authority lies in the elected parliament and its government, while the monarch is anticipated to remain neutral in political matters, fulfilling traditional responsibilities that include state visits and national day celebrations Minister Mette Frederiksen expressed gratitude to the queen for her lifelong commitment to her duties.(With inputs from agencies)
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Kerala minister criticises Christian priests for silence on Manipur at Modi's Christmas programme
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Kerala Cultural Affairs Minister Saji Cheriyan strongly criticised Christian priests on Sunday for their alleged silence on the issue of Manipur violence during the Christmas programme organised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence in New Delhi.
Speaking after inaugurating a local committee office of his party CPI(M) in this coastal district, Cheriyan mocked certain bishops who attended the Prime Minister's programme, saying they got ''goosebumps'' when BJP leaders invited them.
He alleged that they forgot the issue of Manipur violence targeting their own community members when they were served with cakes and grape wine.
''Did they urge the Indian Prime Minister to intervene in the matter?'' the CPI(M) leader questioned.
Stating that Christian community members were butchered in Manipur, Cheriyan also criticised certain Christian priests for still joining the BJP in Kerala.
His remarks came a day after a priest and around 50 Christian families joined the BJP in Pathanamthitta district. Neither the BJP nor the bishops have reacted to Cheriyan's allegations.
During an interaction with the members of the Christian community at his residence on Christmas, Modi had heaped praise on the minority community for its role in the freedom movement and in various fields like healthcare and education, and said the country proudly acknowledges its contribution.
Modi had said the values of compassion, inclusivity and justice for all propagated by Jesus Christ also served as a ''guiding light'' in his government's development journey.
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Kazakh MPs mull over expansion of cooperation with European Parliament
The event was chaired by Mukhtar Yerman, Head of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defense and Security of the Majilis (the lower house of the Kazakh Parliament), and Iveta Grigule-Pēterse, Head of the European Parliament Delegation for Central Asia.
Mukhtar Yerman underlined that the development of inter-parliamentary dialogue is a crucial framework for the enhancement of relations between Kazakhstan and the European Union.
"The EU is Kazakhstan's biggest trade and economic partner, and our country is the key partner of the European Union in Central Asia, so I am sure that the development of relations with the European Parliament will be on the rise," he said.
In turn, Iveta Grigule-Pēterse informed that the consultations were held in an open and constructive atmosphere. Cooperation between Kazakhstan and the EU is distinguished by a high level of trust and the presence of serious potential for further expansion.
The members of the Majilis and the Senate, together with their European colleagues, elaborated on the situation in the European Union and Kazakhstan, the existing regional security challenges, the fight against terrorism and extremism, as well as counterdrug activities.
Among other things, the parliamentarians focused on migration issues, Kazakhstan's role in the restoration of peace in Afghanistan and Syria, economic and social reforms, energy, and human rights.
The European MPs showed interest in the prospects for cooperation between the countries of the Central Asian region, the fight against corruption in Kazakhstan, and the new EU Strategy for Central Asia.
The sides gave special consideration to the process of the ratification of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the European Union. The new-generation document awaits approval by the parliaments of Cyprus, Italy, and the Netherlands.
Concluding the meeting, the MPs confirmed their firm readiness to continue cooperation and dialogue in the full range of existing issues. The next meeting of the Kazakhstan-EU Parliamentary Cooperation Committee will be held in 2020. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-mps-mull-over-expansion-of-cooperation-with-european-parliament_a3493893/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:28Z |
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"BJP has destroyed country...": JDU leader Lalan Singh
Janata Dal-United (JDU) leader Rajiv Ranjan Singh, popularly known as Lalan Singh, on Sunday fired a fresh salvo at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government claiming that the latter has "destroyed" the country during the past 10 years.
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Janata Dal-United (JDU) leader Rajiv Ranjan Singh, popularly known as Lalan Singh, on Sunday fired a fresh salvo at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government claiming that the latter has "destroyed" the country during the past 10 years. "Narendra Modi has been serving as the Prime Minister of the country for the past 10 years. He should give an account of what has been done to eradicate inflation and unemployment. Now, the Lok Sabha polls will be held in 2024. Tell me a single piece of work done by him," Singh said while addressing a public rally in Bihar's Munger.
"I serve the people, while he is engaged in "Netagiri". He has not given a single statement on inflation and unemployment. The BJP has destroyed the country," he added. Lalan Singh further said, "They have only worked to increase religious differences and instigate people. We are not the rebels of any religion but we do not endorse it. It is about one's faith."
Attacking the media, he stated, "Media means being 'unbiased'. But nowadays, the media is also being controlled by the central government. If they run a single piece of news against the government, their residences will be raided by CBI, and ED." Speaking on the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, Singh added, "If you bless us, the 'Mahagathbandhan' will win all the 40 seats in Bihar."
Meanwhile, the JD(U) on Friday saw a change at its helm as Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was unanimously re-elected as president of the party at a meeting of the party's national executive in Delhi. This came after Rajiv Ranjan Singh, popularly known as Lalan Singh, resigned from the post. It is not the first time Nitish Kumar has taken over as president of the party.
In 2016, he became party president after replacing Sharad Yadav. In 2013, he broke ranks with the NDA after a 17-year alliance following the announcement of Narendra Modi as BJP's prime ministerial candidate. Kumar, who harboured prime ministerial ambitions himself, took offence to BJP nominating Modi for the top post.
In 2017, Kumar forged a grand alliance with RJD and Congress and returned as chief minister in 2015. He walked out of the grand alliance in 2017, accusing the RJD of corruption and choking governance in the state. In 2022, Nitish Kumar snapped ties with the BJP once again, alleging the BJP was conspiring against him and trying to influence JD-U MLAs to rebel against him. (ANI)
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NEW YORK - The boom in artificial intelligence (AI) tools that draw on troves of content from across the Internet has begun to test the bounds of copyright law.
Authors and a leading photo agency have brought suit over the past year, contending that their intellectual property was illegally used to train AI systems, which can produce human-like prose and power applications like chatbots.
Now they have been joined in the spotlight by the news industry. The New York Times filed a lawsuit on Dec 27 accusing OpenAI and Microsoft of copyright infringement, the first such challenge by a major American news organisation over the use of AI.
The lawsuit contends that OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Bing Chat can produce content nearly identical to Times articles, allowing the companies to “free-ride on The Times’s massive investment in its journalism by using it to build substitutive products without permission or payment”.
OpenAI and Microsoft have not had an opportunity to respond in court. But after the lawsuit was filed, those companies noted that they were in discussions with a number of news organisations on using their content – and, in the case of OpenAI, had begun to sign deals.
Without such agreements, the limits may be worked out in the courts, with significant repercussions. Data is crucial to developing generative AI technologies – which can generate text, images and other media on their own – and to the business models of companies doing that work.
“Copyright will be one of the key points that shapes the generative AI industry,” said Mr Fred Havemeyer, an analyst at financial research firm Macquarie.
A central consideration is the “fair use” doctrine in intellectual property law, which allows creators to build upon copyrighted work. Among other factors, defendants in copyright cases need to prove that they transformed the content substantially and are not competing in the same market as a substitute for the work of the original creator.
A review quoting passages from a book, for example, could be considered fair use because it builds on that content to create new, unique work. Selling extended excerpts from the book, on the other hand, may violate the doctrine.
Courts have not weighed in on how those standards apply to AI tools.
“There isn’t a clear answer to whether or not in the United States that is copyright infringement or whether it’s fair use,” said Mr Ryan Abbott, a lawyer at Brown Neri Smith & Khan who handles intellectual property cases. “In the meantime, we have lots of lawsuits moving forward with potentially billions of dollars at stake.”
It could be awhile before the industry gets definitive answers.
The lawsuits posing these questions are in early stages of litigation. If they do not produce settlements (as most litigation does), it could be years until a United States District Court rules on the matter. Those rulings would probably be appealed, and appellate decisions could vary by circuit, which could potentially elevate the question to the US Supreme Court.
Getting there could take about a decade, Mr Abbott said. “A decade is an eternity in the market that we’re currently living through,” he said.
The Times said in its suit that it had been in talks with Microsoft and OpenAI on terms for resolving the dispute, possibly including a licence. The Associated Press and Axel Springer, the German owner of outlets such as Politico and Business Insider, have recently reached data licensing agreements with OpenAI.
Taking cases to trial could answer vital questions about what copyrighted data AI developers are able to use and how. But it could also simply serve as leverage for a plaintiff to secure a more favourable licensing deal through a settlement.
“Ultimately, whether or not this lawsuit ends up shaping copyright law will be determined by whether the suit is really about the future of fair use and copyright, or whether it’s a salvo in a negotiation,” Columbia Law School professor Jane Ginsburg said of the lawsuit by the Times.
How the legal landscape unfolds could shape the nascent yet heavily capitalised AI industry.
Some AI companies have been flooded with venture capital in the past year after the public roll-out of ChatGPT went viral. A stock plan under consideration could value OpenAI at over US$80 billion (S$106 billion); Microsoft has invested US$13 billion in the company and has incorporated its technology into its own products. But questions about the use of intellectual property to train models have been top of mind for investors, Mr Havemeyer said.
Competition in the AI field may boil down to data haves and have-nots.
Companies with the rights to large quantities of data, such as Adobe and Bloomberg – or that have amassed their own data, such as Meta and Google – have started developing their own AI tools. Mr Havemeyer noted that an established company like Microsoft was well equipped to secure data licensing agreements and tackle legal challenges. But start-ups with less capital may have a harder time obtaining the data they need to compete.
“Generative AI begins and ends with data,” Mr Havemeyer said. NYTIMES | https://www.straitstimes.com/business/boom-in-ai-prompts-a-test-of-copyright-law | 2024-01-01T05:25:31Z |
Govt finds way to clear dues to power producers
Bonds to settle power, farm subsidies as Tk25,000cr subsidies unpaid to IPPs
The government has initiated the issuance of special bonds to settle bank liabilities accrued by independent power producers (IPPs) and fertiliser importers stemming from outstanding subsidies.
Finance ministry officials said the move aims to facilitate power producers, fertiliser importers and banks in streamlining their balance sheets.
To operationalise this initiative, the finance ministry has formally requested the power division and agriculture ministry for data on bank loans extended to independent power producers and fertiliser importers.
The initiative is a good one. This will reduce the immediate financial deficit of the government, and banks and IPPs will get some relief.
Also, a committee, led by an additional secretary of the finance ministry, has been established to accelerate the processes associated with these bonds, including determining their tenure and interest rates, they said.
The committee consists of representatives of related banks, power division and agriculture ministry. The central bank will be the bond issuer on behalf of the government.
The decisions were taken at a meeting with the officials of the Ministry of Agriculture and Power Division last week, said a top official of the Finance Division.
Habibur Rahman, senior secretary of the Power Division, told The Business Standard that the initiative is a good one. "This will reduce the immediate financial deficit of the government, and banks and IPPs will get some relief."
Sonali Bank CEO and Managing Director Md Afzal Karim told TBS that settling bank liabilities though special bonds is a good idea. This will improve the various indicators of the banks and the lending capacity will also increase.
He said there will be no issue from the banks if the bond's coupon rate is determined according to the market rate.
Md Mofidur Rahman, the head of the committee and an additional secretary of the Finance Division, declined to comment on the matter when contacted.
The government has about Tk25,000 crore outstanding subsidy bills owed to IPPs, according to the Bangladesh Independent Power Producers' Association (BIPPA). Those concerned could not tell the amount of debt owed to the bank by these companies.
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Finance division officials explained that if an IPP has an outstanding subsidy of Tk100 crore and an equivalent bank liability, the government will issue bonds to pay the entire amount to the bank. This allows the IPP to clear its bank debt without impacting the bank's financial position.
However, if the IPP's bank liability is Tk200 crore, the government will still issue bonds but will cover only Tk100 crore (matching the outstanding subsidy) for the relevant bank.
In cases where an IPP is entitled to a Tk100 crore subsidy and has a Tk50 crore bank liability, the government will issue a bond to pay Tk50 crore to the bank. The remaining Tk50 crore of the outstanding subsidy will be gradually settled with the IPP through the Bangladesh Power Development Board, as outlined by the officials.
Imran Karim, former president of the BIPPA, said only paying the bank's debt will not be logical without paying the full dues.
He told TBS that the government should pay the entire outstanding bills through bonds. "If only the bank's liabilities are paid off, those who owe more will benefit more. Good companies, which have been struggling to repay bank debt with money from other sources, will suffer."
Electricity subsidy soared to a whopping Tk42,893 crore in the previous fiscal year. Of the amount, Tk30,334 crore has been carried over to this fiscal year, which has been added by a fresh Tk12,759 crore in arrears till October.
Muslim Chowdhury, former finance secretary, told TBS that the special bond will not improve the health of banks much.
If the interest rate of these bonds is not fixed in coordination with the cost of funds of the banks, then the banks will not make much profit. "If the bond's interest rate is low, the bank's cost of funds will not recover."
Issuing bonds defers liability from the government's side, he further said. "If these bonds are not repaid, the government's debt is passed on to the next generation."
BCIC unable to meet fertiliser import debt
The government had Tk8,394 crore outstanding subsidy for urea imports till June.
In view of this, the Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC) on 21 November sent a letter to the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Finance informing that it will not be possible to open LCs due to exceeding the counter guarantee limit.
The government usually gives counter guarantees to the banks for the import of fertilisers. Banks pay the price of fertiliser by creating LTR (Loan against Trust Receipt) for a period of six months against the guarantee.
The government has already issued a counter guarantee of Tk15,000 crore in favour of Sonali, Janata, Bangladesh Krishi and Agrani Bank till December, according to the letter.
In the meantime, the BCIC's debt to the banks is more than Tk12,000 crore. Of this, Tk3,167 crores of loans have turned into overdue liabilities or defaults.
The letter further said banks are not agreeing to open new LCs due to restrictions in providing new loans in favour of defaulting borrowers as per the policy of the central bank.
Besides, if the limit of counter guarantee of the government is exceeded, it will not be possible to open LC in any bank.
Therefore, the arrears of subsidy are urgently needed, the letter said.
According to the BCIC, on 2 November, Sonali Bank did not respond at first due to defaulted loans after applying to open an LC for 30,000 tons of fertiliser from Saudi Arabia.
However, an LC was opened on 9 November on the decision of the board of directors of the bank with special consideration in view of repeated communication and requests. | https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/govt-finds-way-clear-dues-power-producers-767550 | 2024-01-01T05:25:31Z |
(MENAFN- Live Mint) "North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered his military to annihilate the US and South Korea amid a confrontation. Kim has vowed to boost national defences to“thoroughly annihilate” North Korea's two biggest rival countries per the media reports, Kim is expected to ramp up weapons tests in 2024 ahead of the US presidential election in November. Last week, Kim said he would launch three more military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials, and develop attack drones in 2024.'Mistake that...': N. Korea's Kim Jong Un on seeking reunification with S. KoreaIn a meeting on Sunday with commanding army officers, Kim said it is urgent to sharpen“the treasured sword” to safeguard national security, an apparent reference to his country's nuclear weapons program. He cited“the US and other hostile forces' military confrontation moves,” according to the official Korean Central News Agency.'War can break out any time': N Korea vows more nuclear materials in 2024Kim stressed that“our army should deal a deadly blow to thoroughly annihilate them by mobilizing all the toughest means and potentialities without moment's hesitation” if they opt for military confrontation and provocations against North Korea, KCNA said Korea's Kim Jong Un orders military to accelerate war preparationsAP news agency, citing experts mentioned that small-scale military clashes between North and South Korea could happen this year along their heavily armed border. They say North Korea is also expected to test-launch intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the mainland US and other major new weapons 2018-19, Kim met former US President Donald Trump in three rounds of talks on North Korea's expanding nuclear arsenal. The diplomacy fell apart after the US rejected Kim's limited offer to dismantle his main nuclear complex in exchange for extensive reductions in US-led sanctions Korea imposes sanctions on 11 North KoreansEstimates of the size of North Korea's nuclear arsenal vary, ranging from about 20-30 bombs to more than 100. Many foreign experts say North Korea still has some technological hurdles to overcome to produce functioning nuclear-armed ICBMs, though its shorter-range nuclear-capable missiles can reach South Korea and Japan.
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Kazakh PM meets with KIMEP President
ASTANA. KAZINFORM - Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bakytzhan Sagintayev held a meeting with President of KIMEP University Chan Young Bang, Kazinform has learned from primeminister.kz.
At the meeting, the interlocutors discussed a wide range of issues related to the modern higher education model, new methods and approaches to the development of the university, as well as international standards of higher education.
KIMEP is one of the flagships of the domestic higher education system. The university was founded on Jan. 14, 1992, in Almaty. All academic programs of the university are taught in English. KIMEP University has received international accreditation for its programs through prestigious European and American accreditation agencies. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-pm-meets-with-kimep-president_a3493082/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:35Z |
(MENAFN- Live Mint) "Here are the top 10 updates on the Israel-Palestine war:Pope Francis prays for Israel-PalestineAt the Vatican, Pope Francis remembered 2023 as a year filled with the pain of war. The pontiff prayed for the“tormented” people of Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Sudan and others Read: Israel-Iran Tensions Rise as Israeli Forces Trade Fire With Militias in Syria, Lebanon“At the end of the year, we will have the courage to ask ourselves how many human lives have been shattered by armed conflict, how many dead and how much destruction, how much suffering, how much poverty,” he said launches rocketsAt the onset of 2024, Hamas launched over 20 rockets towards southern and central Israel, causing alarm as the new year began. Sirens had been heard across various cities including Ashdod, and Sderot, as well as in Rehovot, Ness Ziona, Holon, Lod, and Modiin. There have been no injuries reported attacks central GazaIsraeli operations in central Gaza killed at least 35 lives on December 31, according to local hospital authorities. The conflict continues to escalate within the small territory. Air strikes hit central Gaza, destroyed a house and killed 10 people. Many others left for Rafah, near the Egyptian border, as Israeli tanks fought with Hamas fighters says war to continueIsrael Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the war will continue for“many more months”. His promise to take back control over the border with Egypt also brings up fresh doubts about the possibility of a two-state solution in the future FM asks settlers to returnIsrael Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has asked Jewish settlers to the Gaza Strip after the war and encouraged Palestinians there to move away. Smotrich has said that, to keep the area safe, Israel needs to be in charge Israel minister says sorryA former Israeli minister, Galit Distel Atbaryan, apologised for her part in the country's arguments before the violence started on October 7. She suggested that arguments among Israelis might have looked like a weakness, which led to Hamas' attack Read: The Palestinian cause has been damaged by factionalism, argues a former prime minister\"I sinned against you, I caused pain for you, I caused you to fear for your lives here, and I am sorry for this,\" she said returns to IsraelItay Regev, 18, met his sister Maya Regev, 21, at Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, Israel. He just got back to Israel after being held by Hamas in Gaza. Maya, who was also held in Gaza, got out a few days before Itay to release reservistsThe Israeli military plans to send home some reservists called up for duty in Gaza. They say this will help the economy as the country gets ready for more conflict. \"Some of the reservist soldiers will return to their families and their jobs already this week,\" military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari stated Masjid Shahi Imam commentsSyed Ahmed Bukhari, the Shahi Imam of Delhi's Jama Masjid, says that the Muslim world has“not lived up to its responsibilities” on the Israel-Palestine issue. He has also asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to use India's influence to help stop the conflict with Israel Modi on resolving conflictsPrime Minister Narendra Modi said that India believes \"honest dialogue and sincere diplomacy\" are the best ways to settle conflicts without fear or force.“Be it in Ukraine or in Gaza, our approach has been guided by this belief. We cannot let terrorists or violence set the agenda,\" PM Modi told India Today.(With agency inputs)
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LOS ANGELES – Fantasy musical Wonka bounced back to the top of the North American box office this New Year’s weekend as an otherwise pallid film year came to an end, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported on Dec 31.
The film took in an estimated US$24 million (S$31.7m) for the three-day weekend in the US and Canada, and US$31.8 million when New Year’s Day is included. It has passed the US$140 million mark domestically and taken in US$244 million globally.
That strong showing came at the end of an off year for Hollywood, with numbers roughly 20 per cent below the three-year pre-pandemic average, said analyst David A. Gross. Audience tastes are starting to change, he said, from universe-saving action films to stories closer to home.
Close to home – at least if you live near a chocolate factory – was family-friendly Wonka, with Timothee Chalamet as a younger version of Roald Dahl’s famous chocolatier. Hugh Grant has an unforgettable turn as a grouchy, green-haired, gnome-like Oompa Loompa.
Last weekend’s leader, Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom, took on a bit of water, slipping to second at US$19.5 million for three days (US$26.3 million for four). Jason Momoa again plays the sea-dwelling superhero, this time joining with his half-brother and former foe to fight turmoil and climate change.
In third was the animated comedy Migration, about the adventures of a family of mallard ducks as they fly from New England to Jamaica. It earned US$17.2 million for three days (US$23 million for four).
Completing a strong weekend was the new musical version of The Color Purple, in fourth spot at US$13 million. Based on the Alice Walker novel that became a beloved movie, Purple follows the struggles and triumphs of Celie, a young Black woman in rural Georgia in the early 20th century.
Fantasia Barrino-Taylor, the 2004 American Idol winner plays Celie – a role played by Whoopi Goldberg in the 1985 film – with backing from Danielle Brooks, H.E.R. and Colman Domingo.
And in fifth was rom-com Anyone But You, at US$9 million. Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell star in the tale, oh-so-loosely based on Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, that takes the two from instant connection to crossed signals to the scheming of friends to a lot of splashing in Sydney Harbour before ultimately... but nay, the rest is silence. AFP | https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/wonka-back-atop-american-box-office-in-a-weak-film-year | 2024-01-01T05:25:42Z |
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Also Read: Happy New Year 2024! From 'digital detox' to achieving 'work-life harmony', here are top 10 resolutionsRussian President Vladimir Putin, who is gearing up for an upcoming election in March, briefly mentioned his country's involvement in the conflict in Ukraine in his New Year address on Sunday welcomed the New Year with the resonant chimes of the Big Ben bell in Westminster tower, accompanied by a spectacular display of fireworks festivities also included a showcase of news highlights, prominently featuring King Charles' coronation in the visual presentation.
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Kazakh PM, world-class experts discuss digitalization development in innovation ecosystem
At the meeting, the attendees discussed current issues of digitalization development and the results of the implementation of Digital Kazakhstan State Program. Particular attention was paid to the impact of innovation on the development of human capital. In a free discussion format, there was an exchange of views on the world experience of digital development, the role of e-government, nurturing and educating young talents, the importance of developing a culture of investing in start-up projects, improving financial sustainability in developing modern technological systems, and on the impact of the innovation ecosystem on improving quality education and employment.
It should be mentioned that the council's meeting was also attended by world-class experts - guests of the upcoming Digital Agenda in the Era of Globalization 2.0 Innovation Ecosystem of Eurasia forum, who shared their views on the current development of the global innovation ecosystem and Kazakhstan's capabilities in this area. UN Chief Digital Government Vincenzo Aquaro, CEO of Big Innovation Center Birgitte Andersen, President and Co-Founder of Zero One Booster George Goda, General Director of RockstarZ Asia, Consultant at the Astana Hub Joseph Ziegler, Consultant on Transformation of the Digital Economy, former Director General of the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation Yasmin Mahmood, Vice President of IDC in Russia and the CIS Robert Farish, General Director, Tlabs, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Finance at Singularity University Amin Tufani, and through the e-videoconferencing - Head of IoT and Connected Devices for the World Economic Forum Jeff Merritt.
The meeting was also attended by representatives of Kazakhstani universities: Rector of the Kazakh-British Technical University Kenzhebek Ibrashev, Rector of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Galimkair Mutanov, Rector of the International IT University Damir Shynybekov, Pro-Rector for Corporate Development of the Satpayev Kazakh National Research Technical University Bakhytzhan Barmagambetov, Vice President for Innovation at Nazarbayev University Yerden Kussain, Vice Dean for Academic Issues at Nazarbayev University Mikhael Lewis.
Following the meeting, Prime Minister Bakytzhan Sagintayev noted that the digitalization process should, first of all, be aimed at improving the lives of citizens. In addition, it is indicated that in the conditions of constant technological updating, digital innovations should be implemented promptly. In this regard, suggestions and recommendations voiced by experts will be worked out in detail. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-pm-world-class-experts-discuss-digitalization-development-in-innovation-ecosystem_a3493912/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:42Z |
Cows, gold rings, treadmill in Nitish's list of assets worth Rs 1.64 crore
A comparison of the two disclosures showed that the jump in the value of assets was primarily due to the rise in the worth of his Delhi apartment.Kumars government has made it mandatory for all cabinet ministers to disclose their assets and liabilities on the last day of every calendar year.Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav declared a total income of Rs 4.74 lakh for the 2022-23 financial year.
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar owns assets worth Rs 1.64 crore, according to his latest public disclosure.
According to details of the assets of the chief minister and his cabinet colleagues posted on the Cabinet Secretariat Department's website on Sunday evening, Kumar has Rs 22,552 in cash, and deposits of Rs 49,202 in different bank accounts.
He also has a Ford Ecosport car worth Rs 11.32 lakh, two gold rings and a silver ring worth Rs 1.28 lakh, and other movable assets such as 13 cows and 10 calfs worth Rs 1.45 lakh, a treadmill, an exercise cycle and a microwave oven.
The only immovable property that he has is an apartment in Dwarka in New Delhi, which cost him Rs 13.78 lakh in 2004, and is now worth Rs 1.48 crore.
Last year, Kumar had declared total assets of Rs 75.53 lakh. A comparison of the two disclosures showed that the jump in the value of assets was primarily due to the rise in the worth of his Delhi apartment.
Kumar's government has made it mandatory for all cabinet ministers to disclose their assets and liabilities on the last day of every calendar year.
Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav declared a total income of Rs 4.74 lakh for the 2022-23 financial year. His elder brother Tej Pratap, who is also a minister in the state government, has assets worth Rs 3.58 crore.
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The 10 most intriguing science breakthroughs of 2023
Big advances in fusion, Crispr, artificial intelligence and astronomy made it a special year
Every year, scientists make amazing new discoveries — findings that often don't get the attention they deserve. War, tragedy and political controversies understandably dominate social media and the front pages, but not all the news is bad. As 2023 draws to a close, let's look back on some of the astounding breakthroughs we've seen in the last 12 months.
New drugs help us lose weight — and understand why we gain it
The most talked-about science story in 2023 was the expanding use of diet drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, most popularly known as Ozempic. Marketed as Wegovy when prescribed for weight loss, this drug and a slew of others have already helped thousands lose weight. In 2023, several studies also showed GLP-1s reduced the risk of heart attacks and strokes in obese people.
But the drugs also shed light on the roots of obesity. Conventional wisdom holds that obese people lack willpower and therefore eat too much — or exercise too little. That's wrong, but this pervasive misconception has clouded scientific thinking for years.
Scientific evidence is pointing to obesity as a hormonal malfunction, as I wrote in December 2022. The malfunction can stem from a diet too high in sugar and refined starch, according to a recent study by endocrinologist David Ludwig of Harvard. Once controversial, the hormonal view is harder to deny now, since the new drugs work by mimicking the hormone GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide).
Climate tipping points become clearer while there's still time to act
Climate tipping points were also a big topic in 2023. These tipping points represent not just sudden changes, but the onset of reinforcing feedback loops. In the past, naturally occurring vicious cycles have turned our planet into "snowball Earth" or ushered in hot periods so extreme that more than 90% of all species went extinct.
Scientists warned many times this year of a looming feedback loop caused by humans. Researchers estimate that warming of just 1.5 C above pre-industrial levels could set off several global tipping points, including permafrost melt, burning of the Amazon rainforest and collapse of the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets.
Two 2023 studies also showed the slowing of a circulatory current in the Southern Ocean. These currents act like the planet's beating heart, with cold polar waters drawing carbon, oxygen and heat downward and driving currents that connect all the planet's oceans.
The slowing of that heartbeat might seem depressing, but there's a glimmer of good news here: We're still on the right side of all these potential tipping points, and the warnings have come while there's still time to do something about it.
Physicists repeat a nuclear fusion feat
Over the summer, scientists said that they had liberated more energy from a peppercorn-sized capsule than they had beamed in with a set of lasers — a repeat of a feat they had first announced at the very end of 2022. As I wrote last summer, fusion is clean, the fuel is inexhaustible and cheap, and there's no risk of a meltdown. The fact that humanity has finally captured the power source of the stars surely will go down in history.
The dark side is that these achievements used a facility whose primary purpose is the testing of weapons designed to kill millions of people. The clean energy hopes are secondary. The National Ignition Facility, located at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is so embedded in the nuclear weapons industry that some physicists say we'd be better off investing in projects aimed exclusively at providing clean energy. A nuclear war would cause vastly more catastrophic climate change than we're going to get from fossil fuel.
But the Livermore feat has given us a better understanding of the physics of fusion, and a surge in funding for fusion energy. Today, there are at least 30 startups working on nuclear fusion using billions of dollars in private money and government grants. Some would call them all long shots, but the need for clean energy calls for placing as many bets as possible.
Early arrival of humans in the Americas demands a rethink of history
Sometime in the prehistoric past, two adults and a child left a trail of footprints in the mud near what's now White Sands, New Mexico. A new analysis of quartz grains and pollen show they took this walk between 21,000 to 23,000 years ago — thousands of years before humans were thought to have reached the Americas.
For years, the textbook story held that people first came to the Americas between 16,000 and 14,000 years ago, crossing a land bridge between Siberia and Alaska. The oldest established artefacts, from the Clovis site in New Mexico, date back 13,500 years. Over recent years, claims of earlier artefacts have been raised though nothing has been quite as carefully dated and undisputedly human as those footprints.
The new dates would mean people were already living in New Mexico during the peak of the last ice age. Figuring out how they arrived will require some new thinking. Researchers from Oxford have proposed that they got here by boat. If the footprint dates hold up, this or some other dramatically different story will become the new common knowledge.
A new telescope helps us see the universe when it was young
Astronomers estimate that our universe is about 13.7 billion years old, and because distant objects appear as they did long ago, astronomers have been able to see back to about the first billion years.
But that long-hidden first billion years was important. That's when the stars and galaxies were lighting up and assembling themselves. In 2023 the James Webb Space Telescope started sending images from that formative time.
The JWST has shown us fragments of primitive galaxies, but to astrophysicist David Spergel, president of the Simons Foundation, the most interesting find from this era is the oldest supermassive black hole. It resides in a galaxy called UHZ1, which appears as it did 13.2 billion years ago — 470 million years after the Big Bang.
This black hole is comparable in mass to the whole rest of the galaxy combined, said Spergel. That's surprising, since the black hole in the centre of our galaxy constitutes just half a percent of the galaxy's mass. The finding could help astronomers understand how supermassive black holes formed and their role in shaping the rest of the universe.
Giant gravitational waves rock the universe
In the spring of 2023, scientists from five distant parts of the globe announced the discovery of massive vibrations in space and time. The feat involved more than 20 years of precision observations of pulsars — burnt-out stars which emit beams of radio waves at a precise rhythm as they spin hundreds or even thousands of times a second.
Tiny deviations in the timing of those pulses revealed this long-sought background of gravitational waves. The scientists say the waves are being stirred up by supermassive black holes spiralling toward each other or perhaps more exotic phenomena — defects in the fabric of space known as cosmic strings.
Einstein first predicted gravitational waves would ripple space, but proof of their existence wasn't announced until 2016. The 2023 discovery was of much longer waves cresting and falling over periods of years. Finding them took a combined effort from scientists in the US, Europe, China and Australia. Such collaboration is becoming more common as scientists take on ever more ambitious projects — ones too costly for individual countries to pull off alone.
A cure for sickle cell disease
For decades, medical research neglected sickle cell disease, though it caused severe pain and early death for thousands of people, mostly of African descent. But 2023 brought two new treatments that rely on extremely sophisticated gene alterations, including the very first FDA-approved treatment using the gene editing technique known as Crispr.
Sickle cell disease is caused by a genetic variant that produces abnormal haemoglobin — a protein in red blood cells. The cells become misshapen and can clog or inflame blood vessels. Patients could be cured with a bone marrow transplant, but only about 25% of people with sickle cell can find a matched donor. Both new therapies use different ways to alter the DNA in bone marrow cells restoring the ability to make normal haemoglobin.
These aren't practical solutions yet for most of the world, let alone most of the 40,000 people in the US with severe symptoms — one therapy, known as Casgevy, costs more than $2 million, and the other, known as Lyfgenia, $3.1 million. (Despite the cost, one major insurer has already agreed to cover Lyfgenia.) But it's a step in the right direction for a disease that's gotten too little attention.
Reading the minds of the severely paralyzed
In May, scientists announced they'd learned to decode people's thoughts from brain scans, with an AI system as interpreter. The findings, which I described in this column, could restore the ability to communicate in people who are so profoundly paralyzed they can't speak or write.
This so-called locked-in syndrome happens for various reasons — especially strokes or neurological diseases. When the condition is temporary, people sometimes describe a harrowing ordeal — one man remembers being frozen in place while his wife and a doctor debated whether to remove life support and let him die.
In the new system, published in Nature Neuroscience, the researchers had volunteers lie in a brain scanner while listening to podcasts. The AI system analysed connections between the brain scan patterns and the words. Eventually the AI could turn brain patterns into words. When the subject heard, "I don't have my driver's licence yet," the system read the brain to say, "She hasn't even started learning how to drive." The translation was imperfect but still eerily accurate. For those who find themselves trapped in frozen bodies, this could be a powerful tool for restoring the ability to communicate.
ChatGPT learns to play doctor
In years of reporting, I've talked to doctors around the world about mind-boggling technological advances, but rarely have I heard so much astonishment and wonder in their voices as when they talked this year about the feats of ChatGPT-4. Though an earlier version of ChatGPT debuted in late 2022, it was really in 2023 that we started to get a sense of what large language models could do.
ChatGPT can diagnose complex medical issues, ask for tests and work-ups, and even get a perfect score on most medical licensing exams. But there's something alien about its reasoning. It won't necessarily ace a test unless it's told specifically to do so, said Andrew Beam, an assistant professor of biomedical informatics at Harvard. It performs better if you tell it to imitate the smartest person in the world.
There are risks to trusting AI too much in diagnosis or recommending treatments, but there's also vast potential to help doctors become smarter, faster and better at what they do.
Intelligent life is found on Earth
A new study released in November toppled the myth that only humans can imagine the past and future, while animals live in the moment. Rats, it turns out can imagine and plan ahead. As I wrote in this column, the newest findings may explain observations of city rats bringing slices of pizza into subway cars where they can eat away from other hungry rats.
The last 10 years have brought a paradigm shift in how humanity sees other animals, with a wealth of findings showing that many kinds of creatures can think, reason and solve problems in a way once believed to be unique to humans. That now includes farm animals. One study showed pigs are empathetic enough to free trapped companions. Cows were potty trained — a finding that showed they have a body awareness also thought to be beyond them. Goats understand what it means when humans point at things.
Humans dream of finding intelligent life in the cosmos, but our experiences here on Earth show we're not that good at recognizing it when it's right in front of us.
Let's hope 2024 brings another year of breakthroughs — including the discovery of some truths that have been hiding right under our noses.
Faye Flam is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and host of the podcast "Follow the Science."
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In Abu Dhabi, trucks, heavy vehicles and buses transporting labourers were banned from Abu Dhabi roads on New Year's Eve, the Traffic and Patrols Directorate of the Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with the Integrated Transport Centre had announced.\"This includes Sheikh Zayed Bridge, Sheikh Khalifa Bridge, Mussafah Bridge and Al Maqtaa Bridge,\" the Traffic and Patrols Directorate of the Abu Dhabi Police added, noting that the ban would be implemented from 7 am on Sunday, December 31, 2023, until 7 am on Monday, January 1, 2024.\"Exemptions from the ban include vehicles from public cleaning companies and logistical support,\" added the Traffic and Patrols Directorate of New Year celebration in other countries, In Australia, more than 1 million people watched a pyrotechnic display centered around Sydney's famous Opera House and harbor bridge - a number of spectators equivalent to one in five of the city's residents New York, people lined up early to nab a spot in Times Square for the midnight ball drop. Officials and party organizers said they were prepared to keep tens of thousands of revelers safe in the heart of Manhattan, as the city has seen near-daily protests sparked by the Israel-Hamas war celebrated relatively quietly, with most major cities banning fireworks over safety and pollution concerns. Still, people gathered and performers danced in colorful costumes in Beijing, while a crowd released wish balloons in Chongqing. During his New Year address, President Xi Jinping said the country would focus on building momentum for economic recovery in 2024 and pledged China would“surely be reunified” with Taiwan India, thousands of revelers from the financial hub of Mumbai watched the sun set over the Arabian Sea. Fireworks in New Delhi raised concerns that the capital - already infamous for its poor air quality - would be blanketed by a toxic haze on the first morning of the new year.(With inputs from AP)
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Kazakh President meets Rector of Satbayev University
During the meeting, the Head of State was provided with information on the prospects for the university's development and the results of its research activities.
Highlighting the special place of the institution in the system of Kazakhstan's education, Nursultan Nazarbayev emphasized the importance of educating highly-skilled professionals in line with the requirements of the Industrialization Program. He noted that Satbayev University is one of the major educational institutions that provide engineering education.
"We create all the conditions needed for its development. The university was granted autonomy. Besides, the university has become a research institution," said the President of Kazakhstan.
In turn, Beisembetov reported on the measures being taken to implement applied projects, as well as the work being done to improve the quality of education with due regard to global trends. | https://en.inform.kz/news/kazakh-president-meets-rector-of-satbayev-university_a3495207/ | 2024-01-01T05:25:49Z |
A 14-year-old boy with a failing kidney is seeking a donor
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WTVF) -- A Tennessee family is sending an urgent message seeking help for their 14-year-old son.
The teen known for a positive spirit has only one kidney and is looking for a donor because it is slowing and failing.
While the search continues, his family made sure this holiday season was one he will remember.
“We’re good. We’re good. We’re good. Still 13 and 13,” said 14-year-old Noah Garcia.
His new place is a grand Christmas gift.
His father Eli and mother Melissa Garcia of have just converted a space in the garage into a room for Noah.
“OK. We’re good. I have a big TV and a football field on one of my walls, which I’m excited about,” Noah said.
“I told him when he goes to school, I’m going to be in there hanging out,” Eli Garcia said. “He’s really good at video games. I used to be the champ, but not anymore.”
“Very true,” Noah said.
“I kind of let them win, to be honest with you,” Eli Garcia said.
“He claims he’s the best, but it’s not true,” Noah said.
“He’s a really good kid. I always feel bad for him because of what he’s had to go through,” Eli Garcia said.
Noah’s struggles began before he was born.
“He had something wrong with his kidney. He had hydronephrosis,” Melissa Garcia said.
Before kindergarten, one of his kidneys was removed, and his problems continued.
“He’s only got one kidney that barely works,” Eli Garcia said.
“It’s not functioning all the way, and it’s at 15%, and it’s slowly failing, so,” Noah said.
“He’s on the transplant list right now,” Eli Garcia said.
“I’m not a match. My husband can’t be a donor, and his siblings can’t be donor,” Melissa Garcia said.
“Blood type is B or O,” Noah said.
“We just need somebody who is willing to see if they could be a match,” Melissa Garcia said.
“Sometimes I forget that he’s just a 14-year-old little boy. Sometimes because of the surgeries, I’ve seen him, he’s had to go through. It’s tough. No parent wants to see their kids go through that,” Eli Garcia said.
But during the tough Christmas season, the family’s been there for Noah all the way.
They’re doing social media pushes on Instagram at Kidney for Noah Jack.
And his room, this Christmas present, was built so that after surgery Noah wouldn’t have to go up and down stairs for a while.
It’s a powerful gift as Noah waits for another gift.
“The whole family is supportive of Noah. We are there for each other,” Melissa Garcia said.
You can visit Kidney for Noah Jack on Instagram if you would like to help in the family’s search.
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Best Free and Open Source Software: December 2023 Updates December 31, 2023 Steve Emms Software Here are the latest updates to our compilation of recommended software. Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion. Open source software at its finest. The updates are in accordance with our recent announcement regarding the plans underway to massively revamp the site. Your Help is Really Appreciated Make a donation to the site. LinuxLinks relies on the generosity of its community through donations and corporate sponsorships to help us maintain and improve the site. We are a small group of open source enthusiasts writing about we enjoy. Join us! Design attractive and eye-catching images we can use such as a cool logo, improved word clouds, or anything else! Unleash your creative juices. We love receiving your thoughts. Your comment may be an insight, opinion, suggestion, idea or feedback that is relevant to the subject of an article. The table below shows all of our software roundups published in December 2023. We’ve certainly been beavering away. December 2023CategoryArticle Web AppsInternet Forum InternetBitTorrent Clients (Console) InternetGoogle Drive Clients InternetDownload Managers (Graphical) DocumentsNo-Code Database Tools InternetBitTorrent Clients (Graphical) CodingUnified Modeling Language Tools ScienceMedical Practice Management Web AppsCRM System AdminSystem Profilers Web AppsERP DocumentsTranslators GraphicsImage Viewers (Terminal) CodingPDF Development Libraries DocumentsMySQL Tools Web AppseCommerce System AdminLog Analyzers For our entire collection, check out the categories below. This is the largest compilation of recommended software. The collection includes hundreds of articles, with comprehensive sections on internet, graphics, games, programming, science, office, utilities, and more. Almost all of the software is free and open source. Documents - Explore our recommended software for businesses including office suites, databases, and business intelligence tools. There's also comprehensive coverage of text editors. Internet - A huge section looking at all the essential internet and networking software. Areas covered include as web browsers, email clients and servers, instant messaging, remote desktop, network servers, VoIP and more. Education - Linux makes a stable and reliable platform for educational purposes. There's software here perfectly crafted for students, teachers, and educational institutions. Audio - We cover everything audio related here such as music players, music servers, internet radio, synthesizers, scorewriters, Digital Audio Workstations, and audio editors. Video - Another field where open source is particularly strong. We examine video players, editors, and converters. YouTube tools feature together with subtitle downloaders and editors. Graphics - Creative people will be in their element here. Explore great open source image viewers, camera tools, animation, HDR imaging, photo management, ray tracing, fractals, and much more. System Admin - The software featured here plays an essential role in the maintenance and operation of Linux computer systems and networks. Backup software is also explored in detail. Desktop - Explore the best desktop environments, as well as extensions/widgets which extend GNOME and KDE, the gamut of window managers, application launchers, and docks. Productivity - Improve your workflow with sublime file managers, diary, e-book, collection managers, clocks, calendars, calculators, mind-mapping, note-taking, sticky notes, task managers, terminal emulators, and more. Science - Linux is the top choice for data scientists worldwide. Explore the finest software in the fields of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Astronomy, and more. 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New travel rules set to come into force in 2024 could put a stop to last-minute holiday bookings, airline bosses fear. Flight operators have spoken out over the new Entry/Exit System for going to EU countries, saying it won't permit late ticket sales that are a key part of their business.
The Entry/Exit System or EES will be an automated check for people every time they cross an EU border into any countries using the new system. It will register the person's name, type of travel document, biometric data (fingerprints and captured facial images), and the date and place of entry and exit "in full respect of fundamental rights and data protection."
Non-EU citizens - such as those in the UK - who do not need a visa to enter Europe for up to 90 days at a time will have their fingerprints and pictures taken the first time they cross a border. The system will store a combination of four fingerprints and your facial image. If you need a visa to enter the EU, the system will only store your facial image as your fingerprints will have already been registered as part of the visa application.
However, the key stumbling block for airlines is that they must get confirmation of the travel eligibility of passengers a minimum of 48 hours before a scheduled departure.
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Major new change to travel rules planned for UK holidaymakers heading to France
EES was originally set to be introduced in 2022 but has been delayed twice and is thought to be starting in late 2024, sometime after the Paris Olympics end on August 11. According to some recent reports, Eurotunnel has said that ES will come into effect on October 6, 2024, but there has been no confirmation from the European Union at this point.
Ahead of the launch of the new measures, airlines have expressed concerns that confirmation of passenger eligibility is needed too early. No later than 48 hours before a flight, the airlines have to send verification inquiries to the EES system to find out whether those who have booked seats have an 'OK' or 'NOT OK' status.
Ryanair says this is too far in advance and will not allow it to sell last-minute flight tickets, SchengenVisaInfo.com reported. The airline is also asking EU officials to provide training to help airports adapt to the changes.
Ryanair said: "Note that the 'hard' 48-hour deadline is too long. This will preclude late ticket sales, which are an extremely important element of Ryanair's (and other airlines') revenue. It is a far from ideal arrangement; normally, one would expect such a development introducing electronic systems to improve rather than detract from efficiency."
The airline has also complained about having to deal with those passengers who are travelling on a long-stay visa and won't come under EES rules. Ryanair says it would have to carry out standard visa checks in these cases, causing delays as well as inconvenience.
Other challenges associated with the implementation of EES, according to Ryanair, are that rules are unclear on what to do if the new electronic systems go down and they are unable to receive messages on whether people are eligible to board the plane.
Who needs to use the EES system?
The EES applies to you if you are a non-EU national travelling for a short stay to a European country who either:
- has a short-stay visa; or
- does not need a visa to stay for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period
Your travel document data and personal data will be collected, as well as your entry and exit dates, and registered electronically in the system. If you overstay the period allowed in the European countries using the EES, the system will identify you and record this information. It will also record any times a person is refused entry.
The European Union said: "The main advantage of the EES is saving time. The EES replaces passport stamping and automates border control procedures, making travelling to European countries using the EES more efficient for the traveller.
"The EES also makes it easier to identify travellers who have no right to enter or who have stayed in the European countries using the EES for too long. It makes it easier to detect travellers using fake identities or passports. Finally, the EES helps to prevent, detect and investigate terrorist offences or other serious criminal offences."
EU officials say the 29 countries where EES will be operational are:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
The European Union has indicated that in Cyprus and Ireland, EES won't apply and passports will continue to be stamped manually even though the two countries are members of the EU.
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