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President asks governors to modernly equip schools in regions
Conditions for teachers' labor have been improved, salaries have been raised," said President Nursultan Nazarbayev at the session.
Minister Sagadiyev stressed that salaries of 200,000 teachers have seen a 30% increase countrywide. Out of 200,000 teachers, 34,000 received a 50% increase to the salaries," he added.
"Our universities obtained autonomy, more children got access to preschool education. Last year some 70 schools were built countrywide. Curriculum is being updated," President Nazarbayev added.
The Head of State cited an example of 277 secondary schools in East Kazakhstan region which were modernly equipped up to the standard of Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools.
"Those schools saw an instant improvement in terms of quality of education. I charge all governors of the regions to do the same with local schools," the President said. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-asks-governors-to-modernly-equip-schools-in-regions_a3493247/ | 2024-01-01T05:36:49Z |
NASCAR Hall of Famer Cale Yarborough dies at age of 84
Cale Yarborough, who won three consecutive NASCAR Cup championships in a Hall of Fame racing career that included four Daytona 500 wins, died at age 84, NASCAR said on Sunday. The news comes after NASCAR Vice President John Dodson in April said Yarborough "was not doing well" and asked fans to keep him in their prayers.
Cale Yarborough, who won three consecutive NASCAR Cup championships in a Hall of Fame racing career that included four Daytona 500 wins, died at age 84, NASCAR said on Sunday.
The news comes after NASCAR Vice President John Dodson in April said Yarborough "was not doing well" and asked fans to keep him in their prayers. The South Carolina native won the NASCAR crown in 1976, 1977 and 1978, making him one of only two drivers in the sport's history to win three consecutive championships.
He claimed 83 wins and 319 top-10 finishes during his NASCAR career that spanned from 1957 to 1988. The three-time Driver of the Year award winner won the Daytona 500 in 1968, 1977, 1983, 1984 and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012.
Yarborough was at the center of an iconic NASCAR moment when in the final lap of the 1979 Daytona 500, Yarborough and Donnie Allison crashed while racing for the lead. The drivers emerged from their cars and exchanged blows in a fight that was broadcasted on television.
"I think it opened the world's eyes to stock car racing. I mean, they said, 'These guys are for real. They'll get out and duke it out if they have to,'" Yarborough said years later, according to Yahoo Sports. "The only regret I have is that it wasn't a better fight."
William Caleb "Cale" Yarborough was born on March 27, 1939, to a tobacco farmer, in the tiny community of Sardis, just on the outskirts of Timmonsville, South Carolina. The oldest of three boys, Yarborough was just 10 years old when his father died in a plane crash. A star athlete during high school, Yarborough went on to play semi-pro football for four seasons. He was also a Golden Gloves boxer for a period.
Yarborough made his racing car debut in 1957 at the Southern 500. Pete Hamilton, a rival of Yarborough during their racing careers, recalled a race at Michigan International Speedway in 1970 where Yarborough took the lead from him in the final two laps before beating him by 0.3 seconds to the finish.
Hamilton said what set Yarborough apart was his toughness. "We banged fenders all day long. At the end, he got paid for first," Hamilton said, according to Yahoo Sports.
"It was his determination. In those days, we didn't have side glasses or window netting, so you could look over at the other guy going down the straightaway. "I remember looking over at Cale. Even at 185 miles per hour, you could see the determination in his eyes."
After retiring in 1988 he owned Cale Yarborough Motorsports, which competed in the Cup Series until 2000, and several agricultural businesses. Yarborough is survived by his wife Betty Jo, who he married in 1961, and his three daughters.
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FIA doesn’t see need to intervene over bump-induced F1 crashes
The FIA does not see the need to intervene in forcing Formula 1 cars to run higher next year, despite a brace of late season bump-induced crashes.
Accidents suffered by Lando Norris in the Las Vegas Grand Prix and Carlos Sainz in Abu Dhabi GP practice were both triggered by the cars hitting bumps on the track.
The current generation of ground effect F1 cars are especially sensitive to bumps because they perform better when running very close to the ground, and are typically set-up with very stiff suspension.
But despite the Norris and Sainz incidents, and teams clearly pushing things to the limit in running as low as possible, the FIA thinks it is not so troublesome that it needs to get involved on safety grounds.
The FIA’s head of single-seater matters Nikolas Tombazis says that ideally it would be better if cars ran higher, but equally there were limits as to when the governing body should interfere with performance matters.
Asked about potential concerns over bumps causing crashes, Tombazis said: “Well, we do need to make sure circuits, generally speaking, avoid features which may cause that.
“It's a thin line between if maybe there is the possibility for the circuit to sort out some features in detail, and where the teams may just need to raise the car a bit more.
“We obviously will try to fix these areas of the circuits.
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Carlos Sainz, Ferrari SF-23, crashes out in FP2
“Are the cars too low? Yes, we would rather they were running a bit higher.
“But the inherent characteristic of a ground effect car is that it tends to have more performance running low. So that's something that I don't think we can easily avoid.”
Standard skid blocks
The need for cars to run super close to the ground for performance reasons triggered other problems for teams this year beyond the potential for incidents.
The disqualifications of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc from the United States GP because their underfloor planks had worn away too much showed how critical ride heights can be.
It also put a spotlight on the fact that it is time consuming for the FIA to check all car planks after each session, so some cars may escape scrutiny.
There has been talk in the past of a standard plank and skid block arrangement to help speed up the checking process, but this is something that teams have previously resisted.
However, the issue will most likely be put back on the agenda for the next rules cycles from 2026.
Tombazis added: “Sometimes we want to do things but we still need to go through governance and the teams need to vote for it – and we don’t have enough support. So, for 2026, we believe we need to simplify very much that area.”
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IPN FORUM to HONOUR 100 SCHOOL LEADERS from across India as IPN Impact School Leaders in 2023
By ANI | Published: January 1, 2024 10:42 AM2024-01-01T10:42:11+5:302024-01-01T10:45:02+5:30
VMPL New Delhi [India], January 1: 100 Distinguished School LEADERS from across the country will be honoured by the ...
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New Delhi [India], January 1: 100 Distinguished School LEADERS from across the country will be honoured by the IPN FORUM alongwith its valued Presenting partner MIT-WPU, Pune for the Year 2023 supported by PHN technologies and CIVOM for their demonstrated work in taking India to the Global landscape of School Education.
IPN FORUM- India's leading KNOWLEDGE NETWORK of School leaders with over 12,000 schools part of the Forum/Community annually honours 100 Impact School Leaders for their remarkable contribution towards Indian School Education.
The theme for this Year's Honour ceremony is Future of School Leadership - Embracing Technology, Innovation & Values. Where 100 leaders from across India will be present during the Honour ceremony which will host deliberations across 02 major centres of the country Hyderabad dated 06th January 2024 and 27th January 2024 in Delhi(NCR)
Speaking on the idea behind the annual IPN Honours Mr. Gaurava Yadav, Founder & Chairman, IPN Foundation, we at IPN work with schools and school leaders across the country, and in the past few years of our work, we have had the privilege of getting to the work and get to know some of these leaders who are carrying out their work across the country which usually gets unnoticed and many a times unrecognized, through this humble step of ours with support of our valued partners in MIT-WPU, Pune. PHN technologies and CIVOM we intend to bring forth these remarkable leaders and remarkable stories to the forefront.
IPN FORUM(www.ipnfoundation.org)
Established in the Year 2016, IPN works closely with over 12,000 schools in India and the South East Region. IPN works with schools by supporting them with best-in-class training and overall development needs in the fast-changing landscape of education globally. IPN acts as common ground for sharing ideas and best practices across the region and among its members who are part of the community/forum. IPN's work is broadly based on three core pillars: Leadership development, Teacher Upskilling, and Technology enablement and 04th one being added as Student Entrepreneurship.
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Hornets vs. Nuggets: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Spread, Home/Road Splits
The Charlotte Hornets (7-23) are heavy underdogs (+14.5) as they try to end a 10-game losing streak when they visit the Denver Nuggets (23-11) at 9:00 PM ET on Monday, January 1, 2024 at Ball Arena. The matchup airs on ALT and BSSE. The over/under is 227.5 in the matchup.
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- When: Monday, January 1, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET
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- Charlotte's games this season have had a combined scoring total higher than 227.5 points in 19 of 30 outings.
- The average over/under for Charlotte's outings this season is 232, 4.5 more points than this game's point total.
- Charlotte has gone 13-17-0 ATS this season.
- The Hornets have been underdogs in 27 games this season and have come away with the win six times (22.2%) in those contests.
- Charlotte has not entered a game this season with longer moneyline odds than +800.
- The moneyline set for this matchup implies Charlotte has an 11.1% chance of walking away with the win.
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- Charlotte is 5-5 against the spread and 0-10 overall in its past 10 contests.
- Four of the Hornets' past 10 games have hit the over.
- In 2023-24 against the spread, Charlotte has a better winning percentage at home (.467, 7-8-0 record) than on the road (.400, 6-9-0).
- The Hornets' 110.6 points per game are only 0.3 more points than the 110.3 the Nuggets allow to opponents.
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It’s time for the final act of the season at Yas Marina. Air temperatures is 27 degrees, the track is at 33.
Start. Charles is on Medium tyres and stays second, even though he has a couple of tries at passing Max Verstappen. Carlos is on Hard tyres and moves up from 16th to 14th.
Lap 2. Sainz passes Nico Hulkenberg for 12th.
Lap 17. Charles pits for Hard tyres, rejoining fifth behind Verstappen, while Carlos is third.
Lap 23. All those who started on Medium tyres have pitted to switch to Hards. Charles is second, Carlos fifth.
Lap 24. Carlos pits for a new set of Hards and rejoins 16th.
Lap 27. Sainz passes Hulkenberg for 15th.
Lap 28. Carlos passes Valtteri Bottas for 14th.
Lap 34. Charles pits for a new set of Hard tyres and rejoins sixth ahead of Russell.
Lap 38. Charles passes Yuki Tsunoda for third.
Lap 43. Sergio Perez makes his second stop. Charles is second.
Finish. Carlos pits for Soft tyres, but then retires, although he is still classified 18th. Charles lets Perez pass him for second place, hoping to help the Mexican build up a 5 second gap over Russell. The Monegasque is second, but Ferrari ends the Constructors’ championship in third place. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/abu-dhabi-grand-prix-2023-race | 2024-01-01T05:36:53Z |
Texas vs. Washington Sugar Bowl Semifinal Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread - Monday, January 1
The No. 2 Washington Huskies should come out on top in their game versus the No. 3 Texas Longhorns at 8:45 PM on Monday, January 1, based on our computer projections. If you're wanting additional projections on the final score, spread, and point total, we list those numbers below.
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- The Longhorns have a 63.6% chance to win this matchup based on the moneyline's implied probability.
- The Longhorns have covered the spread seven times in 13 games.
- Texas is 6-6 ATS when playing as at least 3.5-point favorites.
- Out of 13 Longhorns games so far this season, five have gone over the total.
- The over/under in this game is 63.5 points, 9.5 higher than the average total in Texas games this season.
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- The bookmakers' moneyline implies a 40.8% chance of a victory for the Huskies.
- The Huskies' ATS record is 6-6-1 this season.
- In games it has played as at least 3.5-point underdogs this season, Washington is 1-0 against the spread.
- The teams have hit the over in six of the Huskies' 13 games with a set total.
- The average total in Washington games this year is 1.2 fewer points than the point total of 63.5 in this outing.
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President briefed on Kostanay region development
During the meeting, the Head of State was briefed on the socioeconomic development of the region and results of implementation of the recent State-of-the-Nation Address.
Nursultan Nazarbayev stressed how important it is to timely implement state programs and pointed to the need to assume measures to further improve the population's wellbeing.
"Kostanay region maintains positive dynamics of macroeconomic indicators. Compared to 2017, industry and construction increased for 8.3% and 22.3%, respectively. Some 300,000 square meters of housing were commissioned last year," governor Mukhambetov said.
At the meeting, the governor of Kostanay region also informed the President of the robust development of car industry in the region, attraction of investment and implementation of industrial projects.
11 projects are being implemented in an industrial zone that is set to open in the region. An agricultural hub will be the largest facility in the zone. It is hoped that the industrial zone will boost agriculture in the region.
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Stella praises Norris help in McLaren F1 car development despite “stress” to win
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has praised Lando Norris for aiding the team’s positive 2023 car development recovery despite feeling “stress” at still lacking a Formula 1 victory.
After winning the 2021 Italian Grand Prix – where Norris was second behind then team-mate Daniel Ricciardo – and finishing fourth in the constructors’ championship that year after being third in 2020 following considerable rebuilding effort, McLaren slipped back to fifth in 2022.
Its slide initially continued into 2023, where Norris and new team-mate Oscar Piastri struggled to get the MCL60 out of Q1 early on, before a much-vaunted upgrade programme delivered impressive gains that catapulted McLaren up the order.
It eventually reached a position where it was Red Bull’s closest challenger for much of the second half of the season.
Stella, appointed team principal after Andreas Seidl left to run Sauber ahead of Audi’s entry in 2026 late last year, has gained many plaudits for McLaren’s turnaround so far on his watch, but the Italian himself is keen to highlight Norris’s role in the orange team’s gains.
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This was particularly because McLaren’s current lack of race-winning potential meant Norris has had to watch the rivals he grew up racing, such as George Russell, or his first F1 team-mate, Carlos Sainz, become race winners in the meantime.
“Lando is in a phase of his career which he kind of feels the pressure of: ‘I want to win a race, I want to be there with the guys that I know I’m as good as and I see them winning races’,” Stella told Autosport in an exclusive interview.
“I can really understand, the team can really understand the kind of stress that this can create.
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Lando Norris, McLaren MCL60 battles with Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing RB19 at the start of the race
“The first thing for me I would like to say is how good he was in coping with this stress.
“Because some other drivers could have reverted, could have transferred their stress onto the team.
“Could have said: ‘guys, I’m here, I’m ready to perform, but where is the car?’ Never heard anything like this [from Lando].
“His contribution, his support to the team has always been very constructive.”
Stella also praised new McLaren signing Oscar Piastri for “the way he keeps himself calm, controlled” on his way to ninth in the 2023 standings with two podiums and victory in the Qatar sprint race accrued during his rookie campaign.
“Therefore, always capitalising on his potential because he doesn’t create any unnecessary stress,” Stella added.
“That’s quite exceptional. And I can see why he was so successful in junior categories [where Piastri scored back-to-back Formula 3 and Formula 2 titles – a la Charles Leclerc and Russell – in 2020 and 2021].”
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Sarr scores but then goes off with injury in Tottenham''s 3-1 win over Bournemouth in Premier League
Pape Sarr opened the scoring for Tottenham Hotspur in a 3-1 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday before going off with an injury that could put his African Cup of Nations participation in doubt. Sarr gave the hosts the lead in the ninth minute by rifling a shot into the bottom corner from 18 yards.
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Pape Sarr opened the scoring for Tottenham Hotspur in a 3-1 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday before going off with an injury that could put his African Cup of Nations participation in doubt. Son Heung-min doubled the lead with his 12th league goal of the season as Spurs rebounded from a 4-2 loss at Brighton on Thursday to move within a point of fourth-place Arsenal. Sarr gave the hosts the lead in the ninth minute by rifling a shot into the bottom corner from 18 yards. But, the Senegal international left the field in tears with an injury in the 32nd, just a couple of weeks before the start of the African Cup. Tottenham then had to wait until the 71st minute for a second goal.
Giovani Lo Celso was the architect with a superb through-ball with the outside of his boot to set up Son, who found the bottom corner.
Richarlison then made the points safe 10 minutes from time when he swept home Brennan Johnson's cross in a carbon copy of his goal against Everton.
Substitute Alex Scott pulled one back for Bournemouth in the 84th minute after a cutback by Marcus Tavernier.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou also received a boost before the game as Rodrigo Bentancur was fit enough to start, nearly a month ahead of schedule after an injury.
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V-Town Chronicles to perform live at Tulip Star this New Year's Eve; Lucifer Music Empowers Young Talents
By ANI | Published: January 1, 2024 10:18 AM2024-01-01T10:18:44+5:302024-01-01T10:20:03+5:30
VMPL New Delhi [India], January 1: In the bustling heart of Vikhroli, Mumbai, a melodious revolution is brewing, one ...
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New Delhi [India], January 1: In the bustling heart of Vikhroli, Mumbai, a melodious revolution is brewing, one that's shattering stereotypes and redefining the soundscape of contemporary hip hop. V-Town Chronicles, a collective of young, multilingual artists, is weaving a tapestry of cultural richness into every beat, breathing new life into the genre.
At the helm of this musical odyssey stands Lucifer Music, a platform that empowers these budding talents to share their stories, their struggles, and their aspirations through the universal language of music. Together, they are breaking down barriers, challenging conventions, and proving that hip hop is not just a genre; it's a powerful tool for self-expression and social change. https://on.soundcloud.com/UDYci
Says Gaurav Chanana, Founder Lucifer Music, "we have conceptualised an interesting format to bring out the diverse talent of these youngsters of V-Town Chronicles. We have started with an album Hafta, there will be seven songs for each day of the week. Hafta is a novel never-before concept for an album and hasn't been done ever before. Each day of the week brings a completely different song capturing the feel and mood of the public towards Monday to Sunday."
Afficionados can also join the boys Live at Tulip Star, Mumbai on New Years' Eve and begin their year infused with energy and enthusiasm.
For, each song by this youth band has its own energy and will capture hearts with its simplicity and ease.
Speaking of the young music makers, Ramesh Rajabhau Gaikwad, aka Remo Music, is a testament to the transformative power of dreams. Growing up in the humble chawls of Vikhroli, he found solace and inspiration in the raw energy of Desi street slangs and the infectious beats of hip hop legends like Bohemia and 50 Cent. Remo's journey from the bustling streets of Vikhroli to the grand stage of V-Town Muzik Fest is an ode to his unwavering passion and raw talent. His versatile flows, effortlessly blending Marathi, Punjabi, Hindi, and English, paint a vivid linguistic tapestry that resonates with audiences across cultures.
Akash Chandran, professionally known as Bless Aces, is a cultural chameleon, seamlessly blending English, Hindi, Marathi, and Malayalam into his New Skool Hip Hop anthems. Inspired by the likes of Pitbull, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa, Bless Aces bridges cultures through his music, creating a sound that's both international and deeply personal.
Astarif, the founder of V-Town Chronicles, is a beacon of resilience. Despite facing familial resistance due to his passion for music, he persevered, channelling his struggles into a unique blend of RnB mastery and Old Skool Hip Hop vibes.
Astarif's flow variations, mellow vibe, and verses in English, Hindi, and Urdu create a musical fusion that's both introspective and uplifting. His journey is a testament to the indomitable spirit of creativity, proving that dreams can indeed take flight, even amidst adversity.
Aasif Khan, the National Champion in Hip-Hop, is the driving force behind V-Town Chronicles' electrifying stage presence. A multifaceted creative force, Aasif seamlessly transitions from his role as a Civil Engineer by day to a passionate rapper and choreographer by night. His dedication to his craft is evident in his energetic performances, where he serves as the hype man, igniting the crowd and adding a dynamic energy to V-Town Chronicles' live shows. Aasif's journey is a reminder that passion can manifest in many forms, and that success can be achieved through unwavering dedication and a willingness to defy expectations.
V-Town Chronicles is more than just a hip hop group; they are a collective voice for change, using their music to challenge stereotypes, promote cultural understanding, and inspire others to pursue their dreams.
Their journey is a testament to the transformative power of music, proving that it can transcend barriers, unite communities, and serve as a catalyst for social change. As their voices continue to resonate with audiences ppworldwide, V-Town Chronicles is redefining the narrative of contemporary hip hop, one powerful beat at a time.
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Premier League Anytime Goal Scorer Prop Bets & Odds in the US Today, January 1
Published: Dec. 20, 2023 at 11:33 PM EST|Updated: 1 hour 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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Scuderia Ferrari has ended the 2023 season with its ninth podium of the season. It came courtesy of Charles Leclerc, whose second place finish today at the Yas Marina circuit was never in doubt. Unfortunately, Carlos Sainz had a difficult day and so second place in the Constructors’ championship was not to be, although the gap to Mercedes was a mere three points in the end. However, Ferrari has demonstrated clear signs of progress in the second half of the season, establishing itself as the second best team, as can be seen from its tally of 215 points since the summer break, even if there were a few too many no-scores. The Scuderia is also the only team other than the dominant Red Bull to secure a win this year.
Straightforward race. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was not the most exciting race. Charles tried to pass Max Verstappen at the start, after which he concentrated on managing his tyres and the gap to those behind, at first the two McLarens and then George Russell in the Mercedes, in the hope that an opportunity might arise at some point over the 58 laps. The Monegasque was on a two-stop strategy, starting on the Medium, then twice fitting Hards and he was always one of the quickest cars on track. As for Carlos, he started from 16th on Hard tyres, moving onto a two-stop strategy, running a very long second stint on the hardest compound hoping for an eventual Safety Car, but it never came. The Spaniard pitted again with two laps remaining, taking on a set of Softs, but the team decided to retire the car and he was classified 18th.
Closing stages. Over the last few laps, Charles tried everything to try and secure Ferrari second place in the Constructors’ World Championship and he even let Sergio Perez in the Red Bull, who had a five second time penalty, pass him in the hope this would help the Mexican pull out a five second gap and thus finish between him and George Russell, but the move didn’t work, so that in the end, Leclerc was still second on the podium, alongside Verstappen and the aforementioned Russell, who had therefore done enough to prevent the Scuderia catching Mercedes in the Constructors’ standings.
One more day. The 2023 season is now over, but the cars have one more day of track action ahead at Yas Marina. This Tuesday they will tackle a post-season test. Carlos and Charles will both drive one of the cars, while the other will again be entrusted to reserve driver Robert Shwartzman. And there are only 97 days to go to the start of the 2024 season!
Charles Leclerc #16
Today, I had a very good car and the strategy was the right one. I could have pushed hard for many laps on the Medium tyres and my second place was never in danger. Unfortunately, in the end, Checo’s (Perez) five second penalty cost us a lot. Towards the end I tried to help him to build a gap over George (Russell) so that he could wipe out the penalty and finish ahead of the Mercedes, which would have put us ahead of them in the classification.
However, looking back at the season, we can say it has been positive. We started the year with a car that we could not push to the limit. We knew what the problem was, but it took a while to change things. From Japan onwards my Ferrari became a very different car, capable of very good results. Unfortunately, over the course of the year there were several occasions when we were in a strong position but left points on the table: I’m thinking of my retirement in Bahrain when I was third, or in Brazil, where I qualified on the front row but I never actually started the race.
I hope that, over the winter, we will be able to put everything we have learned to good use in order to be competitive right from the start of next season. We want to give something back to our fans for all their continued support.
Carlos Sainz #55
Not the way we wanted to finish the season, with a very tough double-header on my side in Las Vegas and here in Abu Dhabi. The race today was never going to be easy. The first stint on the Hard was risky and it didn’t go to plan. From there on our race was a bit compromised and we waited for a Safety Car that never came.
It hurts badly to miss P2 in the Constructors but there have been plenty of positives throughout the year and we will of course work on the things we could’ve done better.
I want to thank the entire team, here and back home in Maranello, for their incredible effort all season long and also send a massive thank you to every single fan for their relentless support. We will regroup during the winter and come back stronger next year. Grazie a tutti e Forza Ferrari sempre.
Frédéric Vasseur - Team Principal
We are happy to have finished a far from easy season with a solid performance from Charles. Unfortunately, Carlos’ weekend took a turn for the worse starting from Friday and it’s a shame he was unable to bring home the three points but it’s not today that we lost second place in the Constructors’. Clearly, as Ferrari, we’re never that interested in finishing second, but it would still have been a reward for everyone who worked hard at the track and those who always gave it everything they had back in Maranello ever since the SF-23 first rolled out onto the Fiorano track.
But the whole group can be pleased with how it reacted and fought back in the second part of the season. After the summer break that followed the Dutch Grand Prix, we made constant progress, to the point that we are the only team apart from Red Bull to have won a race. Charles ended the season with a string of strong performances and Carlos also had some very positive races including that Singapore win of course. The curtain comes down on Tuesday after the test and we are already looking ahead to the next one. We are determined to continue with the progress we have demonstrated over the past ten races. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/abu-dhabi-grand-prix-2023-race-report | 2024-01-01T05:37:00Z |
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President commissioned to allocate 27bn tenge for regional and district hospitals
In his words, the Ministry of Healthcare continues improving the quality of health services.
"Life expectancy and birth rate are increasing. 16mn electronic health passports have been created. Emergency care service has been improved. The Law on Regulation of Medications Prices has been adopted in Kazakhstan, due to which prices will be more transparent. I am quite satisfied with the Minister's work in this area. The adoption of this Law enabled us to save 26bn tenge of budgetary funds," said the President.
The Head of State also expressed concern over the quality and availability of health services in regions and rural areas.
In this context, the President commissioned the Government to allocate 27bn tenge for this purpose. "Mobile medical screening units should be organized in some villages. In the nearest three years we need to fully provide emergency care services with ambulance cars and mobile intensive care ambulances. By the end of 2020, the governors of the regions must fully provide the hospitals with the equipment they need," stressed Nursultan Nazarbayev. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-commissioned-to-allocate-27bn-tenge-for-regional-and-district-hospitals_a3493235/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:03Z |
Sydney, Jan 1 Australia's David Warner has announced his retirement from One-day International (ODI) cricket alongside the end of his Test career completing another chapter in his illustrious career.
In a press conference held on Monday, Australian cricket stalwart Warner officially announced his retirement from ODI cricket. The veteran opener confirmed that the recent World Cup final against India marked his last 50-over appearance for Australia, where they clinched an upset victory in November.
"I'm definitely retiring from One-day cricket as well," he said at the SCG on Monday. "That was something that I had said through the World Cup, get through that, and winning it in India, I think that's a massive achievement.
"So I'll make that decision today, to retire from those forms, which does allow me to go and play some other leagues around the world and sort of get the One-day team moving forward a little bit. I know there's a Champions Trophy coming up. If I'm playing decent cricket in two years' time and I'm around and they need someone, I'm going to be available."
Warner, 37, revealed that his decision to retire from ODIs was made after the World Cup triumph in India, where he played a pivotal role as Australia's leading run-scorer. The announcement comes as Warner prepares for his final Test match at his hometown SCG and sets the stage for the last phase of his career as a T20 freelancer.
"It was a decision that I was very, very comfortable with," he said. "To win in India, from where we were, was absolutely amazing.
"When we lost two games in a row in India, the bond just got stronger with each other and it's not by fluke or by chance that we were able to get to where we were. The heroics of Maxi (Glenn Maxwell), the captaincy and the skills and execution of the way that we played against India was phenomenal, and not to dismiss the Kolkata semi-final as well."
The left-hander, a two-time ODI World Cup champion, bows out with an impressive record of 6,932 runs at an average of 45.30, including 22 centuries. Only Ricky Ponting, another Australian cricket legend, has scored more ODI centuries among Australians. Warner expressed his contentment with the decision, stating, "It might not just be me (retiring), but no one (else has) said anything, so I think it just is me. But it was a decision that I was very comfortable with."
While Warner bids farewell to ODIs, he remains available for T20 cricket and aims to feature in Australia's World Cup campaign in the T20 format in June, scheduled to take place in the Caribbean and the USA. After the ongoing Test series finale against Pakistan, Warner will play at least four games for the Sydney Thunder before possibly joining his ILT20 side, the Dubai Capitals, later in the month. He seeks a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Cricket Australia for his participation in the Middle East T20 league.
Warner's decision not to participate in Australia's three-match ODI series against West Indies and possibly the ensuing T20I series reflects a growing trend among veteran players, considering the increasing lure of domestic T20 leagues. He hinted at the possibility of more players from the World Cup-winning Australian team following suit.
Despite his Test cricket returns diminishing over the past three years, Warner remains a force in white-ball cricket, holding an IPL contract with the Delhi Capitals and becoming one of the most sought-after players in the domestic T20 circuit.
Looking ahead, Warner expressed his interest in playing the Big Bash League (BBL) next year, balancing it with his commentary commitments for Fox Cricket. He emphasized the importance of not hindering the team's performance or upsetting the balance while pursuing multiple roles.
Reflecting on the changing landscape of cricket, Warner highlighted the financial appeal of T20 cricket, expressing gratitude for not having to make the tough decisions faced by today's younger players. He acknowledged the challenges for the current generation with numerous opportunities and significant financial incentives associated with T20 leagues.
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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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Charles Leclerc arrived in the Abu Dhabi paddock on good form off the back of his great second place in Las Vegas. “I think it was a good confidence boost, we knew we would have a chance of doing well and we managed it. We could have done even better and won, but the important thing is that the SF-23 delivered, confirming we are going in the right direction in terms of development.”
Clear goals. Leclerc is aware that this weekend, the gaps between those behind Red Bull will be much smaller than they were at the last race. “I think that so far we have done a good job, but having said that, we know the fight with Mercedes will go down to the wire,” added Leclerc. “Of course we are here in a positive frame of mind after going well in the last few races, even if historically, Mercedes has always gone well here. It will be very close and it will all be down to the small details in terms of who does the best job of optimising their car set-up in free practice.”
Summing up. The Monegasque also gave his opinion on the season as a whole. “We can’t deny it’s been disappointing. After last year, we thought we could fight for the title, but right from the first race we realised that would not be the case. We have made a lot of progress over the year and that gives me confidence for the future, even if the gap to Red Bull is still pretty big.” | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/abu-dhabi-grand-prix-2023-thursday-leclerc | 2024-01-01T05:37:06Z |
UKK: Mumbai Khiladis claim first win of season; Telugu Yoddhas register win
Mumbai Khiladis registered their first win in the ongoing Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 as they defeated Rajasthan Warriors 31-30 on Sunday, while Telugu Yoddhas held their nerve in the last 59 seconds to beat defending champions Odisha Juggernauts by 29-28 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack
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Mumbai Khiladis registered their first win in the ongoing Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 as they defeated Rajasthan Warriors 31-30 on Sunday, while Telugu Yoddhas held their nerve in the last 59 seconds to beat defending champions Odisha Juggernauts by 29-28 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack. P Siva Reddy was the star of the match for Mumbai Khiladis as he clinched 8 points and stayed on the mat for more than 2 minutes to contribute to the team's defence as well. Sreejes S and Gajanan Shengal also spent 4 minutes on the court to win dream run bonus points for the Mumbai side.
Promoted by the Kho Kho Federation of India, Ultimate Kho Kho became a huge hit in the first season, emerging as India's third-largest non-cricket league in terms of television viewership. It also became the first Indian sports league to secure Series A funding, courtesy of the UK-based BNP Group. Rajasthan Warriors allowed Mumbai Khiladis to win only 12 points during the first turn and earned a dream run bonus point to get off to a positive start in the match. However, Mumbai defended well before the end of the first inning and gave Rajasthan 12 points.
The third turn also went in the favour of Mumbai Khiladis as they secured 14 points with Sreejes S and P Siva Reddy contributing 8 points. Rajasthan made a remarkable comeback during the last turn and eliminated the first batch of Mumbai in just 33 seconds. However, Mumbai turned the match around with three dream run bonus points in the last minutes to earn their first win in the ongoing league. Earlier, In a see-saw battle, captain Pratik Waikar scored the most 10 points for Telugu Yoddhas, whereas Aditya Ganpule, Avdhut Patil and Akash Tagore stayed on the mat for more than 5 minutes to claim crucial dream run bonus points for the winning side.
Defending first, Odisha Juggernauts made a frantic start to the match and earned three dream run bonus points in the first turn of the contest. Telugu Yoddhas managed to clinch only 10 points before producing a sparkling performance in defence during the second turn. The batch of Avdhut Patil, Pratik Waikar and Aditya Ganpule won four dream run bonus points for Telugu Yoddhas and Odisha could only take a mere 1-point lead in the first inning despite getting 12 points in attack.
Odisha then notched up a dream run bonus point during the third round, allowing the Yoddhas to earn 14 points in the attack. The last turn witnessed a see-saw battle between the two teams and in the end, Odisha needed to eliminate a player for victory with only 59 seconds left on the clock. However, the Telugu Yoddhas defended effectively, securing a thrilling win to get three points. Table-toppers Gujarat Giants will take on Chennai Quick Guns on Monday, whereas Rajasthan Warriors will play against Telugu Yoddhas.
The exciting action of Season 2 will be telecasted on Sony Sports Network's channels with live coverage of daily two matches starting at 7:30 pm IST. (ANI)
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IndyCar 2023 season review: Chip Ganassi Racing
The combination of Joey Barnes and Nick Degroot provide their respective thoughts in a team-by-team breakdown of the 2023 season in the IndyCar Series. Completing the series, the duo look at Chip Ganassi Racing.
#10– Alex Palou, 1st in the championship standings (656 points) – 17 races
- 5 wins, 10 podiums, 13 top fives, 17 top 10s, 2 poles, 11 Fast Six Appearances
- Best Finish: 1st (IMS Road Course – Race 1, Detroit, Road America, Mid-Ohio, Portland)
- Best Start: 1st (Indianapolis 500, Detroit)
#9 – Scott Dixon, 2nd in the championship standings (578 points) – 17 races
- 3 wins, 6 podiums, 11 top fives, 16 top 10s, 0 poles, 9 Fast Six Appearance
- Best Finish: 1st (IMS Road Course – Race 2, Gateway, Laguna Seca)
- Best Start: 2nd (Texas)
#8 – Marcus Ericsson, 6th in the championship standings (438 points) – 17 races
- 1 win, 3 podiums, 4 top fives, 14 top 10s, 0 poles, 4 Fast Six Appearances
- Best Finish: 1st (St. Petersburg)
- Best Start: 2nd (Long Beach)
#11 – Marcus Armstrong, 20th in the championship standings (214 points) - 12 races
- 0 wins, 0 podiums, 0 top fives, 5 top 10s, 0 poles, Fast Six Appearances
- Best Finish: 7th (Toronto)
- Best Start: 7th (IMS Road Course – Race 2)
#11 – Takuma Sato, 29th in the championship standings (70 points) – 5 races
- 0 wins, 0 podiums, 0 top fives, 2 top 10s, 0 poles, 1 Fast Six Appearance
- Best Finish: 7th (Indianapolis 500)
- Best Start: 6th (Texas)
Joey Barnes: Filthy. That’s how I would describe the season that Alex Palou had in 2023.
To not only capture top 10s in every race, but to nothing lower than eighth and only four results outside the top five is just staggering. By now, considering the drama away from the track over the past two years – and will likely be ongoing for some time in future – it just shows the mental toughness of the Spaniard. In many ways, it’s a cut above the nickname of ‘The Iceman’ given to team-mate Scott Dixon.
The scary thing is Palou is only 26 years old and has now scored two titles in only four years in IndyCar, which means that barring a scenario that sees him eventually go to Formula 1 (kidding, kind of), he will be a problem for the field for many years to come.
Scott Dixon’s season was a bit weird to me. A good chunk of the season it was wondering if he would end up winless, and then he closes out the year in typical Dixon fashion by winning three of four and making a massively late push in the championship.
If not for the Long Beach incident with Pato O’Ward, that was very likely a race that could have been won. Instead, it proved to be the dagger as it was his only result outside the top 10 all year and left him chasing his team-mate and the championship. I’ll be curious to see if there’s a change in urgency at the start of the season, especially knowing what Palou is capable of putting together.
Going into the 2023 season, it felt like the year that Marcus Ericsson would take another step and become a big-time player in the title picture. And it looked promising after winning in St. Petersburg and starting the year with eight consecutive top 10s, which included another two podiums. Obviously, the outcome at the Indianapolis 500 was a gut punch.
Getting caught up in a mess at the start at Mid-Ohio delivered a 27th-place finish the Swede couldn’t really afford. One could argue it kickstarted an underwhelming second half of the year that featured one top five and zero podiums. Moving to Andretti Global for next season will be interesting to see if that extracts more from Ericsson.
Marcus Armstrong was a pleasant surprise, taking top rookie honours despite running a partial season. Oddly enough, he scored the same amount of points as AJ Foyt Racing's Santino Ferrucci, who ran all 17 rounds. The only reason Ferrucci ended up 19th to Armstrong's 20th was the tie-breaker of best finish, which the former held with a third-place finish in the Indy 500.
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Scott Dixon, Chip Ganassi Racing Honda
Nick Degroot: Chip Ganassi Racing ended the year 1-2 in the championship standings as Palou absolutely obliterated the competition. Ending the year with five wins, ten podiums, and an average finish of 3.7 - with no finish worse than eighth - was near-perfect.
He was 78 points ahead of Dixon at season's end and 168 points clear of the closest non-Ganassi driver. It wasn't Max Verstappen levels of dominance, but it's about as close as you're going to get in modern IndyCar racing.
Dixon came on strong at season's end, winning three of the last four races. But can Ganassi keep this level of dominance up for another year?
Marcus Ericsson lost out on back-to-back Indy 500 wins with Josef Newgarden's last-lap pass, but he still had a decent year with a victory at St. Pete and sixth in the final standings. I'm curious to see how Linus Lundqvist performs in that car next year.
The fourth car once again lagged behind the others, but it was a respectable rookie season for Armstrong. He showed some speed, was top rookie and completed 1,046 of a possible 1,050 laps. I find that last stat to be the most impressive when looking at a rookie campaign.
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President, governor Tuimebayev discuss pace of construction in Turkestan rgn
ASTANA. KAZINFORM - Head of State Nursultan Nazarbayev has met today with governor of Turkestan region Zhanseit Tuimebayev, the Akorda's press service reports.
Governor Tuimebayev made a report on the implementation of the tasks set at the session on the development of Turkestan city last December.
Nursultan Nazarbayev was briefed on the progress in construction of key socially important facilities, including the building of the regional administration, various departments as well as new housing.
Having stressed the need to preserve the current pace of construction in Turkestan, the President gave a number of specific instructions. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-governor-tuimebayev-discuss-pace-of-construction-in-turkestan-rgn_a3492873/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:10Z |
Sydney [Australia], January 1 : Australian opener David Warner on Monday revealed that he was ready to walk away from Test cricket following the second Ashes Test at Lord's last year had he not scored any runs.
Warner will bid farewell to the longest format of the game with the third Test against Pakistan at his home arena of Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
At the start of the tour to the UK ahead of the ICC World Test Championship final against India, Warner had made his intentions clear to retire from whites at his home stadium but also said that form would play a part. During that time, selectors had also named the squad for only the first two Ashes Tests initially, as per ESPNCricinfo.
Ahead of the Pakistan Test, Warner talked about how the Lord's Test could have been his farewell had he felt that he was not contributing to the team.
"I said quite clearly in England before the World Test Championship, there was a lot of talk about me and my form, [and] I wanted to nip it in the bud early, I said my ideal preparation to finish would be Sydney. But I actually had Lord's penciled in as my last Test, especially if I did not go as well as I did as a partnership with Uzzie [Usman Khawaja] at the top of the order," said Warner as quoted by ESPNCricinfo.
In that match at Lord's which Australia won, Warner scored 66 and 25 in both innings. He had also made an important 43 in the first innings of the WTC final, setting the tone for centuries by Travis Head and Steve Smith. But the first Ashes Test was mixed, as he could score only nine and 36 at Edgbaston.
In the first two Ashes Tests, Warner had three valuable half-century stands with Usman Khawaja and in the final Test at The Oval, he put on a 140-run stand with Khawaja. The big hundred came during the first Pakistan Test at Perth, scoring 164 and silencing all his critics.
"Then from there it just followed on that we played some good innings together. I did not have that hundred [in England] that I always wanted but eluded me. But as a team and as a whole we did our bit, so to get this ending is awesome, but it is not about me, it is about us. We have won the series, but to win 3-0 and have a whitewash here at the SCG would be a great thing for the team," he added.
Warner said that he never doubted his abilities but wanted to make the best decision in the team's interest.
"If you are down 2-0, and you go into that third one, and you lose that, I do not think it is the right choice to make [to keep playing]. It is an easy exit. For me, a second [reason] was if I was failing and we had not won, then it would have been an easier decision," said Warner.
"I did not want to put the team or the selectors in a position where they had to think about, 'mate, it is time to push on'. It was more about me just going, 'I am content with that. I am happy with it, I have had a great career'. But if I could still do my best and bat well with Uzzie and put us into a good position...I could do that for the rest of the series," he added.
The opener admitted that his emotions around his Test farewell have grown in recent weeks.
"When I looked at Lord's as a potential finish, I did not really have many emotions because I was content. I might not have been scoring runs, but I still had the desire to play Test cricket. I love the game of cricket, it does not matter what format I am playing. But definitely, it has been emotional since Perth, since I have been back in Australia and knowing that I am playing [my final Test]," he said.
"Getting that 160, putting us into a great position for the team, it hit home when people in the streets were coming up and saying, 'well done, we support you, we back you'. It really means a lot. The emotions probably started then," added the batter.
On how he wants to be remembered as a Test player, Warner said as someone "who has given his all".
"A boy from housing commission having a dream. I have not always fitted the mould, but I have been authentic and honest...and I think that shows you on the field in Test cricket, I have played the exact same way. I am even playing lap shots like I do in T20 cricket. I am still trying my best to get better even in this last Test. I am hungry to score runs," said Warner.
"It is no different to any other game and I just want to leave behind that you can go out and play the way you want to play. You can play with freedom, you can play reverse sweeps like Joe Root if you want. You have got the ability to do that and you have got to trust and believe in yourself," he concluded.
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Carlos Sainz is set for one last push. “We are ready for a high intensity weekend,” he said in conversation with the media in the Abu Dhabi paddock. “We want to end the year in style here in Abu Dhabi, fighting for the goals that are still within our reach, in other words second place in the Constructors’ and fourth in the Drivers’.
Goals for the weekend. “The places we are fighting for this weekend only mean something at the moment, he pointed out realistically. “In a short while, no one will remember my fight with Fernando, Lando and Charles for fourth place, or even the one between Ferrari and Mercedes for second in the Constructors’. They are good goals to have for the weekend and they help in terms of motivating us to do everything as well as possible and I think we have shown we have the potential to make up the four points that separate us from our closest rivals. It won’t be easy, because at this track we expect that Red Bull and McLaren could be stronger than us, which means we could be fighting for places that are only worth a few points, so being just ahead might not be enough. But we will give it our best shot.”
Ability to react. Looking at the season as a whole, Carlos summed it up very clearly. “We can’t describe this season as positive because we were not competitive enough,” he maintained. “We grabbed the opportunity that came our way in Singapore, but for the rest, especially in the early stages, our season was not good enough. However, there have been some positives and I think our ability to react has been impressive. Going into the summer break, we were the fourth best team, but now we are much more competitive, because we have been constantly improving how we manage our package. We must learn from this season because it can be useful for the future. Even if you have a very competitive car, you can have some tough races and the fact we had to deal with several of those this year has given us a lot of knowledge about how to deal with unexpected situations and experience gained in the races is always useful.” | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/abu-dhabi-grand-prix-2023-thursday-sainz | 2024-01-01T05:37:12Z |
BRIGHAM CITY, Utah (ABC4) — A missing and endangered 17-year-old Chinese foreign exchange student has been located and returned to his family, according to Riverdale City Police.
Kai Zhuang had been reported as kidnapped on Dec. 28 after his parents in China received a ransom demand for his safe return. The parents contacted school officials in his host city of Riverdale, where police said even the family he had been staying with did not know he was missing.
Tonight, Riverdale Police say that after a hunt that included multiple counties and even the FBI, Zhuang was found in a tent on a mountainside near Brigham City. Police said Zhuang was “very cold and scared,” and “relived to see police.” They’re calling his disappearance a “cyber kidnapping.”
Cyber Kidnapping
Zhuang’s host family in Riverdale told police he had been home the night prior to his disappearance, and they hadn’t noticed anything out of the ordinary. While they had heard him moving in the early morning hours on Dec. 28, they’d had no reason for concern.
While original police reports stated that it was possible Zhuang had been forcefully kidnapped, they stated in tonight’s press release that this had not been the case. In fact, Zhuang left the house on his own.
Meanwhile, Riverdale Police were teaming up with the FBI and the U.S. and Chinese embassies to find out more information. Investigators learned that Zhuang’s family had transferred around $80,000 to bank accounts in China after receiving threats from the kidnappers. The family had also received a photo of Zhuang, “and it appeared he was being held captive and was in danger,” according to Riverdale Police.
The FBI briefed investigators on several other recent similar cases they were referring to as “cyber kidnappings,” in which kidnappers target foreign exchange students. Chinese exchange students have been a specific target in these cases.
The kidnappers threaten both the family back in China and the student in their host country by telling each that the other is in danger. They demand ransom from the family while telling the student to isolate themselves, monitoring them via cell phone, including Facetime and/or Skype sessions. They convince the victim to take actions such as taking a photograph that makes it look like they’ve been held captive.
“The victims comply out of fear that their families will be harmed if they don’t comply with the cyber kidnappers,” said the Riverdale Police press release. “The cyber kidnappers continue to extort the family by using fear tactics, photos and voice recordings of the victim, leading the family to believe the kidnappers are with the victim, causing them harm.”
The search and rescue
Riverdale Police said their investigation started with warrants for phone records, bank accounts, and transportation companies. Police looked at neighborhood surveillance footage to try to establish a timeline.
On Dec. 20, Provo Police reported they had met Zhuang attempting to go camping nearby, but they were worried for his safety and arranged to have him taken back to Riverdale. Though Zhuang did not tell Provo Police at the time, investigators say he was already being manipulated by the cyber kidnappers.
However, when Riverdale Police began their investigation on Dec. 28, they searched his host family’s home and could not locate the camping gear Zhuang had with him when he was found by Provo officers. Police later tracked Zhuang to the Brigham City area after analyzing purchases, looking at phone records and by pinging his phone.
“We believed the victim was isolating himself at the direction of the cyber kidnappers in a tent,” stated Riverdale Police. “Due to the cold weather in Utah at this time of year, we became additionally concerned for the victim’s safety in that he may freeze to death overnight.” In fact, Zhuang had no heat source in the tent when he was found.
He was located as drones from Weber County and the Utah DPS Aero Bureau began searching for his campsite. A Riverdale Police detective eventually found Zhuang in his tent in a wooded area in Brigham City canyon.
Zhuang was cleared of any potential medical dangers, including hypothermia. He only wanted to speak to his family to make sure they were safe “and requested a warm cheeseburger.”
What should you do?
Riverdale Police say that if you are approached by cyber kidnappers, you should not give them any money and you should contact authorities immediately while stopping all communication with the criminals.
“I want foreign exchange students to know they can trust police to protect them and to work with police to ensure their safety as well as their family’s safety abroad,” said Riverdale Police Chief Casey Warren.
Investigators are continuing their search for the cyber kidnappers. | https://www.abc4.com/news/northern-utah/missing-riverdale-foreign-exchange-student-found-near-brigham-city-in-case-of-cyber-kidnapping/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:14Z |
A recent Ontario court ruling signals people using dangerous anti-LGBTQ slurs can’t hide behind certain free speech protections to shield themselves from legal accountability, a lawyer for a drag performer said.
The Ontario Superior Court ruling out of Thunder Bay clears the way for lawyer Douglas Judson’s client to advance a defamation suit against a man who allegedly used a slur on his self-identified “media/news” Facebook page to accuse drag performers of predatory behaviour.
“A significant achievement in this litigation is that we now have a decision that says that these harmful tropes that we’re seeing a lot of, particularly online, particularly from the far-right and from American-based social media narratives, is not a matter of public interest,” Judson said in an interview.
The plaintiffs in the defamation case are a person who performs as a drag king and the LGBTQ not-for-profit in Dryden, Ont., where they serve as board chair. They allege the man’s Facebook post called the drag performer a “groomer” and implied the organization is holding events for sexual predators.
In dismissing the anti-SLAPP motion, Justice Tracey Nieckarz’s decision recognized “groomer” as a slur perpetuating hurtful myths and stereotypes about LGBTQ people.
The man brought a pretrial motion asking the judge to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming it was intended to stifle his comments on a matter of public interest. According to the decision, he argued his post, which included a CBC article with an image of the drag performer, was about the broadcaster’s alleged promotion of the performance at a Dryden library.
At the time of the post, the page had 4,400 likes and 6,500 followers and was publicly viewable to Facebook users, the decision said.
Anti-SLAPP laws are intended to give defendants protection from frivolous lawsuits designed to silence criticism on matters of public interest rather than vindicate a legitimate claim. Common examples of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) include corporations filing multi-million-dollar claims against critics in a bid to intimidate them into staying quiet.
“This action does not have the hallmarks of a ‘gag’ proceeding, but rather a legitimate defence of reputation against serious allegations,” Nieckarz wrote in her decision.
Nieckarz rebuked the defendant’s public interest argument and wrote that a plain reading of his comments indicate they are about the motivations of the drag performance’s organizers and participants.
“I agree with the Plaintiffs that perpetuating such stereotypes and myths about members of the 2SLGBTQI community is not public interest speech,” she wrote in the decision, dated Dec. 14.
The decision clears the way for the defamation claim to go ahead. The merits of the case have not been argued at trial.
Judson says he would ask the court to hear this case together with another client’s defamation claim against the same man, which relates to similar alleged statements about drag performances.
The defendant, who was self-represented in court, did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent by email.
LGBTQ groups have repeatedly highlighted the ways critics of drag performances intended for younger audiences often treat gender diversity as inherently dangerous to children. Those critics, groups say, have increasingly used homophobic language to equate the performances to child luring.
The plaintiffs brought expert evidence to demonstrate the history of drag and its connections to the LGBTQ community, Judson said. They also brought evidence linking the history of the “groomer” rhetoric and its traction as a slur to real incidents of anti-LGBTQ violence.
“As political leaders on the right have become more comfortable engaging in this dog whistle rhetoric about LGBT people, it is giving licence for citizens to do that. And some of that expression is turning into actual incidents of hate and violence,” said Judson.
“And that’s something that we hope that litigation like this can send a strong message about.”
This decision, he said, sends a “very positive signal” to LGBTQ people that “there are legal tools in place that can provide some measure of support and accountability when these things happen.”
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 31, 2023. | https://www.cornwallseawaynews.com/ontario-news/drag-performer-slur-perpetuates-myths-ont-judge-rules-defamation-suit-advances/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:14Z |
Sometimes, we need to remember who depends on who, when it comes to foreign workers.
Domestic helpers aside, I’m also talking about foreign workers of the non-Sentosa-Cove variety. From Malaysia, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Indonesia, etc., we rely on foreigners for several key positions; be it nursing, or keeping those 24-hour supper spots running.
So it’s a good thing the government does care about the sort of rent they’re paying.
The new occupancy limits, which apply to both private and HDB units, increase the number of unrelated tenants allowed in the same unit.
This doesn’t just help Singaporean renters, who are escaping tough home situations, waiting for their flats to be built, etc. It also helps foreign workers, who aren’t all affluent expats.
The new occupancy limits are:
A switch to eight unrelated tenants makes a huge difference, to tenants splitting the rent. Assuming $3,500 to rent a flat, six tenants splitting it is roughly $583 per person*.
Split eight ways they’ll average $437.50 each. For a foreign worker in a zhi char stall/small restaurant, where wages may be just $1,200 a month, that’s a difference of about 12 per cent of their monthly wage.
Of course, it does come with the discomfort of more housemates.
*Don’t take this literally — some tenants will pay more for bigger rooms, for example; but you get the general idea.
Some landlords could also use this to earn more rental income
With more tenants, a landlord could inch up rental rates by a smaller amount, and count on the one or two more tenants to balance this out.
If a landlord wants to push the rental from $3,500 to $4,000 a month, for instance, it may be viable to maintain the rental rates of six existing tenants, while making up the difference with one more new tenant.
This may result in a bit less space, but some tenants would be happy to make the compromise if it means no rental increases.
Also, the rule changes are only being applied to the larger flats (four-room and up), so landlords can’t do the inhumane thing and try to stuff eight people into a three-room flat.
On the flipside, co-living companies will probably be overjoyed at this news — as with landlords who prefer to rent out room by room to maximise their rent.
As I recently wrote about a reader who shared their conversion story of a three bedder into a four bedder dual key, this move would definitely benefit landlords that do so.
But to come back to the issue of dependency, I feel Singaporeans as a whole will win when rent is kept affordable.
If businesses can’t afford to house their employees, or foreign workers go elsewhere because rent’s unmanageable, we all lose out in the long run.
And just in case anyone is thinking "Come on Ryan, as if it’s so high they won’t work here anymore", here’s a reminder that the current rental record for a five-room flat is $7,600 a month.
If that were your monthly loan repayment for a condo, you’d need to earn $13,820 per month just to qualify for it.
Foreign workers aside, what about Singaporeans who do need to rent? There’s a much greater strain on our social support system, if rent becomes so high that more families need rental flats; or if people are forced to stay in dysfunctional home environments.
Remember that, during the post-pandemic era, we spent 2.9 per cent of our GDP just on handling depression.
Those kinds of health problems tend to rise when people literally can’t find a space of their own.
We need to rethink the assumption that, just because 90 per cent of Singaporeans own their homes, it’s somehow irrelevant how hard we squeeze the remaining 10 per cent.
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The cosmic vibes for today support doing as little as possible. Most of us probably won't have the desire to go out, socialise or work. Exchanges or interactions with others could be more stressful than usual, and money could also be an issue. We should aim to do whatever feels calming, grounded and practical today. Doing what we can to support our health and well-being is encouraged. On a more positive note, the Mercury retrograde ends today, which should help smooth out problems related to tech, communication, travel and decision-making.
ARIES
(March 21 to April 19)
If you're wondering how to get an idea or plan off the ground, start with the foundation that you already have.
TAURUS
(April 20 to May 20)
You might feel like keeping to yourself today, and it's probably a good choice to do so.
GEMINI
(May 21 to June 20)
Don't be too hard on others. Employ patience and understanding.
CANCER
(June 21 to July 22)
If you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed, ask for support. There are people around you who can help.
LEO
(July 23 to Aug. 22)
It may be necessary to exercise boundaries with someone. Protect your peace.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23 to Sept. 22)
Try not to be so set on doing things your way. Keep an open mind.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23 to Oct. 22)
If a connection has become more trouble than it's worth, maybe it's time to let it go.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)
A financial matter may hamper your fun. However, it looks like a person close to you is willing to pick up the tab for today. Take them up on the offer.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22 to Dec. 21)
Family obligations or issues could threaten to steal your joy. Make time for self-care.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22 to Jan. 19)
Be careful of assuming the worst of others, especially if you don't have all of the facts or the full picture.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20 to Feb. 18)
Being with those you consider family or just being in your own bubble today will probably be better than getting stuck in a swarm of people.
PISCES
(Feb. 19 to March 20)
Trying to make others happy can often be a difficult and unrewarding task. That said, what can you do today for the sake of your own joy?
FOR TODAY'S BIRTHDAY
You don't shy away from the work that it takes to maintain happy and healthy relationships with others, which is why you have such strong bonds in your life that can withstand the test of time. Alhough you may often help those around you, it's highly possible that you need more practice with accepting support yourself. People often gravitate toward you because you're so trustworthy and principled. You're also smart and efficient. You love a challenge, so you naturally push yourself hard to succeed. This year, as you work on improving yourself, don't forget how great you already are. | https://www.majorcadailybulletin.com/holiday/life-style/2024/01/01/119947/horoscope-mallorca-monday-january-1.html | 2024-01-01T05:37:15Z |
IndyCar 2023 season review: Team Penske
The combination of Joey Barnes and Nick Degroot provide their respective thoughts in a team-by-team breakdown of the 2023 season in the IndyCar Series. This time, the duo look at Team Penske.
#3– Scott McLaughlin, 3rd in the championship standings (488 points) – 17 races
- 1 win, 4 podiums, 7 top fives, 14 top 10s, 2 poles, 10 Fast Six Appearances
- Best Finish: 1st (Barber)
- Best Start: 1st (Nashville)
#2 – Josef Newgarden, 5th in the championship standings (479 points) – 17 races
- 4 wins, 5 podiums, 8 top fives, 11 top 10s, 0 poles, 7 Fast Six Appearance
- Best Finish: 1st (Texas, Indianapolis 500, Iowa – Race 1, Iowa – Race 2)
- Best Start: 1st (Gateway* - qualified second, inherited start with McLaughlin penalty)
#12 – Will Power, 7th in the championship standings (425 points) – 17 races
- 0 wins, 4 podiums, 6 top fives, 11 top 10s, 2 poles, 3 Fast Six Appearances
- Best Finish: 2nd (Detroit, Iowa – Race 2)
- Best Start: 1st (Iowa – Race 1, Iowa – Race 2)
Joey Barnes: When taking a look at Scott McLaughlin’s results from the year, it’s staggering to see how quickly of a transition he has made from Supercars. He never qualified lower than 18th and never finished lower than 16th all season, which is astounding considering most – unless you’re Alex Palou – have a devastating result or two. If the late race crash while battling for the win with Romain Grosjean at St. Petersburg went differently, there’s no telling how different of a tone that sets for the first half of the year. The Kiwi has built a habit of getting on a mid-to-late season run of strong results. If that gets expanded in any way, he is a true threat for titles moving forward.
Winning the Indianapolis 500 obviously made the year for Josef Newgarden. For whatever reason, there were moments of struggle at road and street circuits. Qualifying seemingly always put him on the backfoot and chasing the weekend, with seven starts outside the top 10. Even with that, he was at one point looking like the biggest threat to challenge Palou for the title, until three finishes of 21st or worse in three of the final four rounds. I would imagine the attention to detail he typically carries will see more established consistency on more than just the ovals next year.
Yes, Will Power came into the year as the defending champion. Honestly, though, I cannot fathom how he was able to focus and do the work on the race weekends, especially on the early part of the season, with everything happening away from the track in his personal life. Hat tip to him for how he handled everything.
Even with that, the Aussie still stood on the podium four times and added to his mastery in qualifying by claiming two poles. Considering he has also logged more miles than anyone in the hybrid, which is set to come out some time around mid-season next year, I’m curious if he’ll be more primed than most. Either way, I can’t see him going win-less for a second consecutive season.
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Race winner Josef Newgarden, Team Penske Chevrolet
Nick Degroot: Team Penske wasn't able to defend its 2022 championship, but Josef Newgarden drank the milk at the Indianapolis 500. He also won nearly every other oval race on the schedule, only falling short at Gateway.
As for its most recent champion, it was a frustrating year for Power as he went winless for the first time since 2006. While he suffered a bit of a slump after winning the title, things continue to be on the upswing for McLaughlin. The ex-Supercars star improves every year, and 2023 was his best yet. He ended the year third in the standings, beating both of his veteran team-mates.
It was a solid year overall for Penske and it's hard to criticise too much about it. However, solid just wasn't anywhere near good enough to challenge Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing.
I expect to see big things from McLaughlin in 2024, more oval domination from Newgarden, and a return to the top step of the podium for Power. But if Penske wants to be a champion again, it needs to have to step things up a notch on the road/street courses to take some points off of Ganassi duo Palou and Scott Dixon.
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President meets with governors of regions, mayors of Almaty, Astana, Shymkent
In his address to the participants of the meeting, the President especially stressed that improving the quality of life and wellbeing of the population is the key responsibility of the government.
"Social problems, utility tariffs, food and pharmaceutical prices are of paramount importance. You should monitor these problems personally," he emphasized.
President Nazarbayev also touched upon the importance of timely and properly completing the heating season and gearing up for the flooding season.
Nursultan Nazarbayev urged those present to work with active youth who are, in his words, the driving force of positive changes in the country.
"I've recently met with the youth. We have amazing young people in the regions. If you organize a meeting with them to chat, they will put forward a lot of interesting ideas and proposals," the Kazakh leader noted.
President Nazarbayev pointed to the fact that governors of the regions and mayors of the cities are responsible for ensuring safety of their citizens and order in their regions.
At the end of the meeting, Nursultan Nazarbayev instructed the Presidential Administration to ensure control over the implementation of the tasks set there. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-meets-with-governors-of-regions-mayors-of-almaty-astana-shymkent_a3493379/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:17Z |
This is how Sidharth Malhotra bid adieu to 2023
By ANI | Published: January 1, 2024 09:36 AM2024-01-01T09:36:09+5:302024-01-01T09:40:03+5:30
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 1 : Bidding goodbye to the year 2023, actor Sidharth Malhotra wrapped his year in ...
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 1 : Bidding goodbye to the year 2023, actor Sidharth Malhotra wrapped his year in a short video that is full of love and action.
Taking to Instagram on Sunday, Sidharth treated fans to the video filled with his 2023 journey.
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It includes moments from 'Mission Majnu' sets, his wedding, and a glimpse of the Koffee With Karan show.
He also shared pictures of his first Holi, and Karvachauth with his wife Kiara Advani.
The video ended with a clip from his upcoming web series 'Indian Police Force'.
As soon as the video was shared, fans and followers flooded the comment section.
One of the users wrote, "7th feb, best day of the year."
Another user commented, "Happy ending sidkiara 2023."
"7th Feb came and we all were out of minddd," another user's comment read.
Sidharth and Kiara tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on February 7, 2023, at Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan. The two fell in love with each other during the shoot of their film 'Shershaah'.
In 2022, Sidharth and Kiara appeared on different episodes of Koffee with Karan Season 7, where Karan Johar got them talking about their relationship for the first time.
While Kiara confirmed that they were "more than friends", Sidharth said, "I am manifesting a brighter and happier future. If it was her, it would be great."
Sharing their wedding pictures, the duo wrote, "Ab humari permanent booking hogayi hai."
Meanwhile, on the work front, Sidharth will be seen in his upcoming film 'Yodha'. Apart from that, he will also be making his digital debut with the upcoming web series 'Indian Police Force'. Helmed by Rohit Shetty, the series also stars Vivek Oberoi and Shilpa Shetty in pivotal roles and will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video.
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Arsenal end 2023 with disappointing 2-1 loss against Fulham in Premier League
Arsenal ended 2023 with a disheartening 2-1 defeat against Fulham at Craven Cottage in London on Sunday.
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Arsenal ended 2023 with a disheartening 2-1 defeat against Fulham at Craven Cottage in London on Sunday. Arsenal's Bukayo Saka made the first breakthrough of the game in the early minutes of the game. Martinellu cut inside from the right to Fulham's box and placed a shot, however, it was saved by the opponents' goalkeeper Leno. But Saka attempted a shot from the rebound ball and got the back of the net in the fifth minute of the game.
After conceding the goal, Fulham continued attacking in search of the equaliser. In the 14th minute, Fulham's Jimenez sent Arsenal's keeper scrambling across to make a sharp save after Robinson delivered a low cross from the left flank towards his teammate. However, the home side did not take much time to make the score 1-1. In the 29th minute, Fulham levelled the scoreline from Jimenez's low shot which went past Raya. Following the goal, the Mexican striker bagged his fourth goal of the season.
Before the end of the first half, Martinelli came close to getting the lead. In the 42nd minute, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard combined on the right side of the box before the Brazilian winger tried with a first-time finish but it just went wide from the left-hand of the post. The scoreline stayed 1-1 during the half-time.
In the 59th minute, Fulham took the lead after Bobby Reid put the ball inside the box following Willian's corner. In the 71st minute, Raya flew to the left side of the post and saved a fierce strike from Fulham's Cairney. Jimenez made an attempt from the rebound ball but it was not enough to beat the keeper.
In the 80th minute, Arsenal's Trossard placed a threatening cross from the left side of the box but Gabriel failed to make contact and place it inside the box to level the scoreline. Meanwhile, Fulham continued their attacks, in the 88th minute, Andreas Pereira rattled the goalpost with his free kick. The score stayed 2-1 till the final whistle of the game, which helped Fulham clinch a home win against Arsenal on Sunday. (ANI)
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THE TRADITIONAL RED ON THE SF-23 CARS WILL ALSO FEATURE A HINT OF WHITE, AS WILL CHARLES LECLERC’S AND CARLOS SAINZ’ RACE SUITS AND HELMETS TO CELEBRATE FERRARI’S LOOK FROM THE SEVENTIES, REGARDED AS SOMETHING OF A GOLDEN AGE FOR FORMULA 1 IN AMERICA.
Scuderia Ferrari and its drivers are all set to sport special colours for Formula 1’s long awaited return to Las Vegas in the United States. It’s been 41 years since the last time the largest city in the state of Nevada hosted a Grand Prix, held on a track in the car park of the famous Caesars Palace. Back in 1982, the Formula 1 calendar already featured three rounds in the United States, as is the case this year, confirming the recent surge in popularity for the sport, the boom down to the work of Liberty Media, the championship’s commercial rights holder and the hugely successful Netflix series, Drive to Survive. The result is a second golden age in the United States which, along with the well established race in Austin, saw Miami added to the calendar in 2022 and this year, Las Vegas will stage the very first night race in the United States, starting on Saturday 18 November at 22 local (7 CET).
The first “golden age”. Scuderia Ferrari has participated in every year of the Formula 1 world championship and therefore experienced that first golden age for the category in America. In 1971, at the wheel of the remarkable Ferrari 312 B, the American driver, Mario Andretti, won the South African Grand Prix, sparking interest in the sport at home. Following in the Italian-American’s footsteps came other racers, the New Yorker, Peter Revson and Mark Donohue who raced in the predominantly European series with the great Roger Penske, who became a Formula 1 constructor to add to his successes in IndyCar. Other great drivers were also racing back then: Jackie Stewart, Emerson Fittipaldi, Niki Lauda, Jody Scheckter, Clay Regazzoni, James Hunt and Gilles Villeneuve, all true stars who boosted the popularity of the sport, bringing in plenty of sponsors. In the nine years from 1976 to 1984, 19 World Championship races were run in the USA, along with nine Canadian events, which brought the total number of North American Grands Prix to 28.
The colours. During America’s first golden age of Formula 1, Scuderia Ferrari enjoyed some of the most memorable moments of its history, with Niki Lauda winning two world titles, in 1975 and 1977, with a victory at Watkins Glen in 1975. Clay Regazzoni added to the tally, winning at Long Beach in 1976 while Carlos Reutemann triumphed at Watkins Glen in 1978. In 1979, Gilles Villeneuve scored an American double with wins in Long Beach and Watkins Glen in the now legendary 312 T4. In those days, there was a lot of white alongside the red in the Ferrari livery and this year, for the return to Las Vegas, the Scuderia decided to reprise it, producing an entirely red and white-only livery for the SF-23. Key to the success of this special design was the cooperation between the Scuderia’s partners who approved changes to their own colours, especially Puma who produced completely new team kit specifically for this race. Charles and Carlos are also happy to support the initiative and so, for this event, their helmets follow the theme with predominantly red and white colours, which is also the case with the special race suits.
Back to Vegas Collection. Ferrari will also celebrate Formula 1’s return to Las Vegas with a series of special off-track initiatives. Fans and enthusiasts will be able to get their hands on limited edition caps and accessories, all featuring the white and red colours. Puma and Scuderia Ferrari are launching two collections designed in partnership with Californian artist Joshua Vides, famous for his creative flair and wonderful sketches. The capsule Back to Vegas Collection highlights Vides’ stylistic signature, reinterpreting motorsport through a series of items ranging from apparel to accessories, all paying homage to the golden age of Formula 1 in America. To be worn at the race track or as everyday wear, the iconic Ferrari red combines with white, as it did on the cars’ bodywork back in the Seventies and on the SF-23 livery in Las Vegas. Also available is the limited edition Replica collection, inspired by the Scuderia team kit: this capsule features a selection of polo shirts, sweatshirts and caps and is aimed particularly at those fans attending the Las Vegas GP wanting to show their support for the team.
Ray Ban and Ferrari pop-up boutique. Long-time Ferrari Team Partner, Ray Ban is also celebrating the sport’s return to Las Vegas with a special launch of its iconic Aviator glasses, with a version specifically designed for this memorable event: the Las Vegas model features a metal frame, carbon fibre temples and a special version of the famous Ferrari emblem, in line with the design the Scuderia has chosen for its return to the legendary city in the state of Nevada. Finally, worth noting that, from 13 to 20 November, Ferrari will have a pop-up boutique at the Bellagio Hotel, selling fashion collections designed by its Creative Director, Rocco Iannone. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/ferraris-special-livery-for-the-return-to-las-vegas | 2024-01-01T05:37:19Z |
Honda MotoGP squad “will be the team of my life”, says Marquez
Marc Marquez says the Honda MotoGP squad “will be the team of my life” and once again reiterated that “I never want to close the doors” on returning one day.
The eight-time grand prix world champion will race for Gresini Ducati next season, after a miserable 2023 campaign forced him into leaving Honda with a year still left on his contract.
Marquez has raced every year of his MotoGP career with Honda, beginning with his debut in 2013, and together they’ve won six premier class titles and notched up 59 wins.
Since making the announcement that he will be leaving Honda, Marquez has never closed himself off from the prospect of returning one day – though in Valencia in November conceded this “will not only be my decision”.
“I never want to close the doors,” he said, when asked if returning to Honda was a consideration for him if the circumstances within the manufacturer improved.
“For that reason, I say in the past in some interviews, and I’ll say again: the relationship with Honda has been amazing and when we decided to change our journeys, to finish our relationship, it was because both parties agreed.
“We have full respect with that because I don’t want to put the situation into a very critical moment because I like to have the door open to Honda.
“I say, and maybe the other manufacturers won’t want to listen, but Honda will be the team of my life, of my career.
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Marc Marquez, Repsol Honda Team
“I achieved six world titles and many victories. I will not achieve this with another manufacturers, those numbers.
“Honda will always be the most special team in my heart but we will see if we can cross again our futures. It will not only be my decision.”
Marquez’s place at Honda in 2024 will be taken by Luca Marini, who signed a two-year deal with the Japanese marque.
Joan Mir raved about the 2024 Honda brought to the Valencia test after the season, noting that it was the first time he tried something on the RC213V that actually worked.
Marquez’s Ducati debut at the test ended with him just 0.171s off the pace in fourth on the timesheets.
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7 die in Brazil police-gang shootout
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:11 AM2024-01-01T10:11:38+5:302024-01-01T10:15:11+5:30
New Delhi, Jan 1 At least seven suspects were killed in a shootout between police and suspected members ...
New Delhi, Jan 1 At least seven suspects were killed in a shootout between police and suspected members of a criminal gang in southern Brazil, local media reported.
Citing the military police, the report said the firefight occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning in the Parolin district in Curitiba, the capital city of southern Parana state, after residents reported hearing more than 50 gunshots and seeing suspects circulating through the streets with large-caliber weapons, Xinhua news agency reported.
Upon arrival, police faced a hail of gunfire, leading to a fierce shootout.
The military police said they found on site 10 weapons, two bulletproof vests, cartridges for AK-47s, and equipment to convert pistols into long-range firearms.
According to the report, the initial shootings were due to rival gangs fighting for control of local drug sales.
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President Nazarbayev accepts credentials from foreign ambassadors
"I would like to congratulate all of you on the onset of your diplomatic mission in our country. It coincided with the momentous reforms that will be carried out in Kazakhstan. We have a strategic program Kazakhstani will be guided by up until 2050. As an independent state, we want to join the world's 30 most developed countries. The future of Kazakhstan will depend on the growing generation," said the President during the ceremony in Astana on Wednesday.
The Head of State also added that in order to support the growing generation this year had been declared the Year of Youth in Kazakhstan.
"As part of this initiative we will provide our youth with jobs, housing, education and more. We will do it to foster a generation of competitive youth," the Kazakh leader added.
President Nazarbayev also drew attention of the foreign dignitaries to the fact that Kazakhstan went to great lengths to attract foreign investment.
"The country has already attracted hundreds of billions of FDI which revitalized Kazakhstan's economy," noted Nursultan Nazarbayev, reminding that Kazakhstan is ranked 28th in the Doing Business rankings.
Attending the ceremony and presenting their credentials to the Kazakh President were ambassadors of Vietnam, Croatia, Japan, the Czech Republic, and Tajikistan. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-nazarbayev-accepts-credentials-from-foreign-ambassadors_a3495407/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:24Z |
Tommaso Bennato is a comic book artist and illustrator from Naples. In 2004 he attended the Scuola Internazionale di Comics in Rome, and mastered Foreign Comic Art. He worked in Japan at the Tokyo Animation Gakuin and for the publisher Kodansha. Then in the US market collaborated with Marvel on a short story about the Incredible Hulk. But it’s in the Belgian franc comics where he found the right place to express his love for drawing and storytelling. Here he worked with different publishers: Clair de Lune, Narratives, Delcourt. And after that, he moved to France where he spent 4 years. He collaborated also with the art studio of N.E.M.O 360 as a concept artist and video game character designer. Coming back to Italy he started working on a webcomic, written and drawn on his own with Maria Riccio. It was named Inarime and has been published online on Webtoon by the Korean Naver Corp. In the end, he also joined Caronte Studios as an art director and designer. Now he is working on La Couronne de Verre with the publisher Editions Delcourt. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-cover-art | 2024-01-01T05:37:25Z |
NASCAR Hall of Famer Cale Yarborough dies at age of 84
Cale Yarborough, who won three consecutive NASCAR Cup championships in a Hall of Fame racing career that included four Daytona 500 wins, died at age 84, NASCAR said on Sunday.
Cale Yarborough, who won three consecutive NASCAR Cup championships in a Hall of Fame racing career that included four Daytona 500 wins, died at age 84, NASCAR said on Sunday. The news comes after NASCAR Vice President John Dodson in April said Yarborough "was not doing well" and asked fans to keep him in their prayers.
The South Carolina native won the NASCAR crown in 1976, 1977 and 1978, making him one of only two drivers in the sport's history to win three consecutive championships. He claimed 83 wins and 319 top-10 finishes during his NASCAR career that spanned from 1957 to 1988.
The three-time Driver of the Year award winner won the Daytona 500 in 1968, 1977, 1983, 1984 and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012. "Cale Yarborough was one of the toughest competitors NASCAR has ever seen," said NASCAR Chair and CEO Jim France in a statement. "His combination of talent, grit and determination separated Cale from his peers, both on the track and in the record book. He was respected and admired by competitors and fans alike and was as comfortable behind the wheel of a tractor as he was behind the wheel of a stock car."
Yarborough's NASCAR obit includes his actual victories in racing as well as yarns spun about the NASCAR legend "with varying degrees of truth behind it." Tales included that he survived a lightning strike, flew and landed an airplane without training and once wrestled an alligator in a swamp. Yarborough was at the center of an iconic NASCAR moment when in the final lap of the 1979 Daytona 500, Yarborough and Donnie Allison crashed while racing for the lead.
The drivers emerged from their cars and exchanged blows in a fight that was broadcasted on television. "I think it opened the world's eyes to stock car racing. I mean, they said, 'These guys are for real. They'll get out and duke it out if they have to,'" Yarborough said years later, according to Yahoo Sports.
"The only regret I have is that it wasn't a better fight." William Caleb "Cale" Yarborough was born on March 27, 1939, to a tobacco farmer, in the tiny community of Sardis, just on the outskirts of Timmonsville, South Carolina. The oldest of three boys, Yarborough was just 10 years old when his father died in a plane crash.
A star athlete during high school, Yarborough went on to play semi-pro football for four seasons. He was also a Golden Gloves boxer for a period. Yarborough made his racing car debut in 1957 at the Southern 500.
Pete Hamilton, a rival of Yarborough during their racing careers, recalled a race at Michigan International Speedway in 1970 where Yarborough took the lead from him in the final two laps before beating him by 0.3 seconds to the finish. Hamilton said what set Yarborough apart was his toughness.
"We banged fenders all day long. At the end, he got paid for first," Hamilton said, according to Yahoo Sports. "It was his determination. In those days, we didn't have side glasses or window netting, so you could look over at the other guy going down the straightaway.
"I remember looking over at Cale. Even at 185 miles per hour, you could see the determination in his eyes." After retiring in 1988 he owned Cale Yarborough Motorsports, which competed in the Cup Series until 2000, and several agricultural businesses.
NASCAR greats Dale Earnhardt Jr., Richard Petty and Jimmie Johnson posted their condolences to his family online early on Sunday. Earnhardt wrote, "Sad news about the passing of Cale today. A legend behind the wheel for sure."
Petty wrote that Yarborough's rivalry with him will always "be a part of NASCAR history." And Johnson wrote that "Yarborough was my childhood hero...and the legacy of Cale Yarborough will forever live on."
Yarborough is survived by his wife Betty Jo, who he married in 1961, and his three daughters.
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MANILA -- After being deferred last year, the new lifeline subsidy program for poor consumers will be implemented as 2024 kicks off, the Energy Regulatory Commission said in a press release.
Through the new program, only Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program [4Ps] and non-4Ps consumers who do not consume not more than 100 kilowatts per hour a month and have registered will qualify.
"Following the successful conduct of widely attended registration caravans for the Lifeline Rate Program, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), Department of Energy (DOE), and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) are now set to proceed with the full implementation of the lifeline rate program on the first day of January," the ERC said in a statement.
Authorities earlier deferred the program's implementation to allow more people to register for the program.
The ERC said it did registration caravans to address the low turnout among the qualified recipients for the subsidy.
But it also urged distribution utilities to accept and process applications "within the timeline prescribed" by the program's implementing rules and regulations. | https://news.abs-cbn.com/business/01/01/24/new-lifeline-subsidy-for-poor-electricity-consumers-to-take-effect | 2024-01-01T05:37:27Z |
NASCAR legend Cale Yarborough dies at 84
Three-time NASCAR Cup champion Cale Yarborough has passed away at the age of 84.
Yarborough was one of the best to ever get behind the wheel of a stock car. In 560 starts, he won 83 races and sits sixth on the all-time wins list.
His many victories including four in the Daytona 500 and five in the Southern 500. Yarborough won his three Cup titles consecutively from 1976 to 1978.
"Cale Yarborough was one of the toughest competitors NASCAR has ever seen," said Jim France, CEO of NASCAR.
"His combination of talent, grit and determination separated Cale from his peers, both on the track and in the record book.
"He was respected and admired by competitors and fans alike and was as comfortable behind the wheel of a tractor as he was behind the wheel of a stock car.
"On behalf of the France family and NASCAR, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cale Yarborough."
Yarborough, a native of Timmonsville, South Carolina, drove for legendary car owners such as the Wood Brothers and Junior Johnson.
He was also a central figure in one of the biggest moment's in NASCAR history. In the 1979 Daytona 500, it was he and Donnie Allison slamming doors as they battled for the win on the final lap. The two drivers crashed and a fight ensued, all captured by television cameras in the first time there was ever first-to-flag coverage of NASCAR's crown jewel event.
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Yarborough was a versatile driver who won in IROC as well as in NASCAR
His career included an IROC championship in 1984, and even four starts in the Indianapolis 500. He best finish was tenth in 1972. He also contested the 1981 Le Mans 24 Hours, driving a Chevrolet Camaro alongside Billy Hagan and Bill Cooper.
Yarborough was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 1993 and the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012.
Responding to Yarborough's passing, seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, said: "Cale Yarborough was my childhood hero.
"What an honor to be tied with the legend for 83 Cup series wins.
"He was 'the man' and the legacy of Cale Yarborough will forever live on. My deepest condolences to Cale’s family."
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AI-generated influencers stealing business from human content creators
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:22 AM2024-01-01T10:22:06+5:302024-01-01T10:25:06+5:30
New Delhi, Jan 1 Generative AI-created virtual influencers are now stealing business from human content creators as big ...
New Delhi, Jan 1 Generative AI-created virtual influencers are now stealing business from human content creators as big brands now embrace AI avatars to promote their products on social media.
Virtual influencers, created by using artificial intelligence (AI) tools, have broken into the growing $21 billion content creator economy, reports The Financial Times.
"We were taken aback by the skyrocketing rates influencers charge nowadays. That got us thinking, 'What if we just create our own influencer?' " said Diana Nunez, co-founder of the ad agency called The Clueless.
Nunez created Aitana Lopez and the "rest is history".
Pink-haired Lopez is now a virtual influencer that is followed by more than 200,000 people on social media.
The virtual influencer now earns more than Rs 9 lakh per month.
"Brands have paid about $1,000 a post for her to promote their products on social media -- despite the fact that she is entirely fictional," the report noted.
The Clueless has another creation in development, which it calls a "curvy Mexican" named Laila.
Over the past few years, there have been partnerships between luxury brands and virtual influencers, like Kim Kardashian's make-up line KKW Beauty with Noonoouri, and Louis Vuitton with Ayayi.
The report cited a Meta ad analysis that claimed ad recall was 91 per cent cheaper per person when H&M used virtual models.
An Instagram analysis of an H&M advert featuring virtual influencer Kuki found that it reached 11 times more people and resulted in a 91 per cent decrease in cost per person remembering the ad than a traditional ad.
Brands have been quick to engage with virtual influencers as a new way to attract attention while reducing costs, according to the report.
Lil Miquela virtual influencer charges up to thousands of dollars for product promotion and has worked with brands like Burberry, Prada and Givenchy. Lil Miquela has nearly 3 million followers.
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President ratified Protocol of Amendments to Kyrgyzstan's EAEU Accession Treaty
ASTANA. KAZINFORM President Nursultan Nazarbayev has signed the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan ‘On ratification of the Protocol of Amendments to the Treaty on Accession of the Kyrgyz Republic to the Eurasian Economic Union Treaty as of May 29, 2014 signed December 23, 2014.'
The Law will be published in print media. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-ratified-protocol-of-amendments-to-kyrgyzstan-s-eaeu-accession-treaty_a3491778/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:31Z |
Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc were second and fourth fastest respectively in the first free practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix.
49 laps. Charles and Carlos started off running the prototype tyres, setting times of 1’34”548 and 1’34”556. They then switched to Softs, setting their best times of 1’32”273 for Sainz and 1’32”574 for Leclerc. For the last 15 minutes, they ran with a heavier fuel load in race trim on Hard tyres. Carlos did 24 laps, Charles 25. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-free-practice-1 | 2024-01-01T05:37:32Z |
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"It was painful defeat...": Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's 2-1 loss against Fulham
Following Arsenal's disappointing 2-1 loss against Fulham in the Premier League (PL) at Craven Cottage in London on Sunday, the Gunners' head coach, Mikel Arteta said that it was a painful defeat.
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Following Arsenal's disappointing 2-1 loss against Fulham in the Premier League (PL) at Craven Cottage in London on Sunday, the Gunners' head coach, Mikel Arteta said that it was a painful defeat. While speaking at the post-match press conference, Arteta pointed out that three days ago Arsenal failed to win a game where they played well. However, he accepted that they displayed a sloppy performance against Fulham.
"It was a painful defeat and a really sad day. Three days ago, we lost a game that we totally deserved to win, but today feels really different. We weren't anywhere near the level and we didn't deserve to win the game," Arteta was quoted by Arsenal's official website as saying. The head coach added that in PL, a club always has to give their best until the final whistle is blown.
"In this league, you have to play at a really high level for 100 minutes and we haven't done that today. I don't like to find excuses, especially when we lose. We could have played much better than we have done, and we haven't done it and that's the reason we lost the game," he added. Arteta added that they could have led the PL points table if they clinched a win on Sunday.
"Today we had a chance to be at the top of the league after 20 games, and that tells you the consistency and quality that we have shown in the first half of the season. But the reality is that today we are in pain because we have lost a game playing in a way we don't want to," he concluded. Recapping the match, Arsenal's Bukayo Saka made the first breakthrough of the game in the early minutes of the game. Martinellu cut inside from the right to Fulham's box and placed a shot; however, it was saved by the opponents' goalkeeper, Leno. But Saka attempted a shot from the rebound ball and got the back of the net in the fifth minute of the game.
However, the home side did not take much time to make the score 1-1. In the 29th minute, Fulham levelled the scoreline with Jimenez's low shot, which went past Raya. Following the goal, the Mexican striker bagged his fourth goal of the season. In the 59th minute, Fulham took the lead after Bobby Reid put the ball inside the box following Willian's corner.
The score stayed 2-1 till the final whistle of the game, which helped Fulham clinch a home win against Arsenal on Sunday. (ANI)
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Chadian leader says country moves toward new republic
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:38 AM2024-01-01T10:38:56+5:302024-01-01T10:40:06+5:30
New Delhi, Jan 1 Chad's transitional president, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, said that the country is moving toward ...
New Delhi, Jan 1 Chad's transitional president, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, said that the country is moving toward a new republic based on freedom, justice and national dignity following the ratification of a new constitution.
The new constitution ushered in the fifth Republic, which will establish a new balance of powers, strong and republican institutions and "true grassroots" democracy through strong decentralization, Deby said, Xinhua news agency reported.
"I am committed to making the fifth Republic a strong and ambitious Republic, meeting the demands of our populations and adapting to the realities of a rapidly changing continent," Deby said in a televised address to the nation.
"This fifth Republic will fully embrace our trajectory, will be in tune with our cultural roots and our times, and will respond to the legitimate expectations of a people who have suffered too much. I am committed to working even harder for a fairer and more equitable society," he added.
On Thursday, Chad's Supreme Court announced that a new constitution passed in a popular referendum on Dec. 17 with 85.90 percent of approval.
The political and military situation in Chad has deteriorated since 2021 following the death of former President Idriss Deby Itno. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno has since led a transitional military council to govern the country.
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Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz were second and fourth fastest respectively in the second free practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix.
45 laps. Charles and Carlos went out on prototype tyres for the start of the session, setting times of 1’33”011 and 1’33”266 before switching to Mediums. On this compound, the Monegasque got down to 1’31”708, while the Spaniard posted a time of 1’32”085. Then, the SF-23s were fitted with Soft tyres for a qualifying simulation run: Leclerc did a 1’31”008, Carlos a 1’31”237. The second half of the session was spent working in race trim, with long runs on the Medium tyre. The session ended two minutes ahead of time after Pierre Gasly’s crash brought out the red flags. Charles did 23 laps, one fewer than Carlos. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-free-practice-2 | 2024-01-01T05:37:38Z |
President receives Governor of Karaganda region
At the meeting, Yerlan Koshanov reported to the Head of State on the main socio-economic indicators of the region achieved at the end of 2018 and the prospects for further development.
Underlining the importance of the region, Nursultan Nazarbayev dwelled on the matters of gasification, as well as the environmental situation in Temirtau.
In turn, the governor of Karaganda region informed the Head of State about the measures being taken to implement the instructions voiced in the State-of-the-Nation Address.
"Your instruction to raise wages has been supported by all organizations in the region. This made it possible to improve the income level of over 220,000 workers up to 14% starting January 1 of this year. Besides, the rates of basic utility services will be reduced by 5%-11%," said Yerlan Koshanov.
Concluding the meeting, Nursultan Nazarbayev charged the governor with several instructions on the further development of the region, including on the real estate construction in Karaganda city. | https://en.inform.kz/news/president-receives-governor-of-karaganda-region_a3492792/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:38Z |
Rookie K-pop group Babymonster will have its first comeback in February with the song "Stuck in the Middle."
YG Entertainment founder and producer Yang Hyun-suk made the announcement in a video posted late Sunday (Monday midnight in South Korea) on the group's YouTube channel.
Yang said the song would be released on February 1.
"This song is not a hip-hop track. It's so fresh to me that I wonder if YG has ever released a song like this," he said, teasing the track.
"The skills and unique colors of the members' vocals [in the song] make me want to focus on even the smallest breath. It makes me focus intensely when listening," he said.
Yang noted that the group is also expected to drop a mini album in April.
Launched in November with the single "Batter Up," Babymonster is YG Entertainment's first girl group in seven years after K-pop sensation Blackpink.
The team currently has six members as Ahyeon, who was supposed to be the seventh member, was unable to join the debut due to health issues.
In the video, Yang said it remains unclear when Ahyeon would join Babymonster.
"It's still uncertain when Ahyeon will join so I will inform you publicly in due course," he said.
For more news and features on K-pop, K-drama, and K-stars, visit the Hallyu Corner microsite. | https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/01/01/24/k-pop-group-babymonster-to-drop-new-single-in-february | 2024-01-01T05:37:38Z |
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China-Mongolia land port sees record freight throughput
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:13 AM2024-01-01T10:13:39+5:302024-01-01T10:15:10+5:30
New Delhi, Jan 1 The land port of Erenhot, the largest on the China-Mongolia border, registered record-high import ...
New Delhi, Jan 1 The land port of Erenhot, the largest on the China-Mongolia border, registered record-high import and export freight volume last year, according to the local commerce bureau.
As of Friday, the freight volume passing through the port in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region was over 19 million tonnes in 2023, a year-on-year increase of 34.1 per cent. Xinhua news agency reported.
According to official statistics, Erenhot port also reached double-digit growth in inbound and outbound travelers, as well as transportation vehicles, in 2023.
Erenhot port has simplified its procedures and improved the efficiency of customs clearance for both imported and exported goods. It has also actively promoted the pilot construction of a smart port, improved its railway port inspection capacity, and promoted the upgrading and renovation of its road port inspection infrastructure.
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Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz were fifth and sixth fastest respectively in the third and final free practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix.
40 laps. The pair spent the entire session on the Soft tyre: Leclerc started off with a time of 1’31”963, improving to 1’31”696; Sainz stopped the clocks in 1’32”001. In the middle of the session, the focus switched to race simulation with a heavier fuel load on the SF-23s, before again going for qualifying laps once the track had rubbered-in more. In this configuration, Charles set the fifth fastest time of 1’31”022 and Carlos was sixth with a 1’31”137. Both drives completed 20 laps. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-free-practice-3 | 2024-01-01T05:37:44Z |
Soccer-Premier League talking points
With assist-king De Bruyne ready to return and Erling Haaland also likely to be over his injury issue soon, City will take some stopping in the new year. TOTTENHAM HAPPY TO WIN UGLY TOO Tottenham Hotspur have earned plaudits for the style of their football under manager Ange Postecoglou, but their New Year's Eve win over Bournemouth was as ugly as the weather as they rode their luck to take three points. Bournemouth will wonder how they went home with nothing after a 3-1 defeat, but Tottenham will point to times this season when they lost despite some exhilarating displays.
Talking points from the 20th round of the Premier League season: BLEAK CHRISTMAS A REALITY CHECK FOR ARSENAL
A deserved defeat at Fulham on Sunday completed a damaging festive period for Arsenal who suddenly appear lacking in confidence, creativity and firepower. Victory would have taken them top but defeat left them in fourth place and with the transfer window opening, manager Mikel Arteta should be looking at reinforcements.
Eddie Nketiah, selected up front ahead of Gabriel Jesus on Sunday, was ineffective, while Bukayo Saka, despite scoring, looks to have suffered a dip in form. Arsenal are still very much in the title shake-up, but need to regain some momentum fast.
DE BRUYNE THE PERFECT NEW YEAR GIFT FOR MAN CITY Perhaps the most significant moment in Manchester City's routine defeat of Sheffield United on Saturday involved a player who did not even take part in the game.
When Belgian playmaker Kevin de Bruyne got off the bench to warm up, the City fans broke out into loud applause. City have not been firing on all cylinders during the first half of the season, and in the run-up to Christmas endured a spell of one win in six league games.
The truth is, however, even without De Bruyne since the first game of the season after tearing a hamstring, they are only two points behind leaders Liverpool and perfectly positioned to challenge for an unprecedented fourth title in a row. With assist-king De Bruyne ready to return and Erling Haaland also likely to be over his injury issue soon, City will take some stopping in the new year.
TOTTENHAM HAPPY TO WIN UGLY TOO Tottenham Hotspur have earned plaudits for the style of their football under manager Ange Postecoglou, but their New Year's Eve win over Bournemouth was as ugly as the weather as they rode their luck to take three points.
Bournemouth will wonder how they went home with nothing after a 3-1 defeat, but Tottenham will point to times this season when they lost despite some exhilarating displays. Injuries have hit Tottenham's starting line-up and there was little fluency about their play against Bournemouth. But they dug deep to secure the points with some clinical finishing proving the difference.
"That is always the sign of a good team when you come against adversity and you fight against it," defender Ben Davies said. "It is not about the quality of the football it is about the fight and heart we've shown." POCHETTINO SEES PROGRESS AT CHELSEA
Chelsea coach Mauricio Pochettino, who last month said his players were "soft" after 4-1 drubbing by Newcastle United, is sounding more upbeat after back-to-back Premier League wins, the latest a 3-2 victory at Luton Town on Saturday. "There were many good performances. Players are stepping up. We are happy," the Argentine told reporters. "It's only a matter of time, it's not a piece of magic where you can touch it and start to build a team."
Chelsea remain in mid-table but two cup ties in their next two games -- at home to Preston North End in the third round of the FA Cup and a League Cup semi-final first leg away to Middlesbrough -- offer the chance to give their stop-start first season under Pochettino a bit more of a sense of progress. LUTON ENTER 2024 BELIEVING THEY CAN SURVIVE
Luton Town manager Rob Edwards held his head high after seeing the Premier League newcomers almost pull off a dramatic comeback against Chelsea on Saturday, scoring twice late on before eventually losing 3-2 at home to the big-spending Blues. Edwards said his players had grown since a 3-0 defeat by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in August and he was confident about the rest of the campaign, despite the Hatters current position just inside the Premier League's relegation area.
"I think it just shows the growth in the players, the belief in the players, and hopefully it allows everyone to believe that we are going the right way about our business and we are moving the right way," he said. "I'm really looking forward to the second half of the season."
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Richard Howe appointed as NCOC N.V. Managing Director
Mr Howe succeeds Mr Bruno Jardin, who has served as NCOC's Managing Director since December 2015. Mr Jardin was named an Executive of the Year in 2018 by the American Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan in recognition of the numerous milestones achieved by the Kashagan Phase 1 project under his leadership.
Mr Howe has extensive international senior management experience in the oil and gas industry, including 18 months as NCOC's Production Operations Director, and his assignment comes with the unanimous support of NCOC's shareholders.
Mr Howe said "I'm looking forward to this challenge and to building further upon what the organization has accomplished under Bruno's leadership. In his tenure he has made worker safety a top priority, and I share that goal. He transitioned NCOC from a construction organization to one that is producing 340 thousand barrels of oil per day now with high reliability. I see my job as continuing to improve on that reliability, to ensure a safe and successful maintenance turnaround this spring, to ensure new growth opportunities for this project moving forward, and to make the Republic of Kazakhstan and our Shareholders proud of NCOC."
NCOC is the Operator of the North Caspian offshore oil and gas project in Kazakhstan that includes the Kashagan field. The project consortium includes seven of the world's largest energy companies: KazMunayGas, Eni, Shell, ExxonMobil, Total, CNPC and Inpex. | https://en.inform.kz/news/richard-howe-appointed-as-ncoc-n-v-managing-director_a3494859/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:45Z |
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Iran, UK discuss Red Sea tension
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:27 AM2024-01-01T10:27:12+5:302024-01-01T10:30:10+5:30
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Tehran, Jan 1 Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his British counterpart David Cameron exchanged views on the rising tension in the Red Sea as well as the conflict in Gaza.
In a phone conversation, Amir-Abdollahian accused the United States and certain Western countries of applying double standards, according to a statement from the Iranian foreign ministry, Xinhua news agency reported.
He said it was wrong to let Israel "kill women and children in Gaza" and "set the region on fire," but "view the stoppage of an Israeli ship in the Red Sea as jeopardizing the security of the economic waterway."
The Iranian diplomat also condemned the silence of some Western governments over Israel's attacks on Gaza in the past 80 days.
Amir-Abdollahian also urged Britain to adopt a "realistic and constructive" approach toward regional developments and bilateral ties.
Cameron, meanwhile, expressed his country's views on the developments in Palestine and the Red Sea, and urged Iran to help prevent the escalation of the Israeli-Hamas conflict and ensure maritime security in the region, the Iranian statement said.
In a post on social media platform X, Cameron said he spoke to Amir-Abdollahian about the Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, which he said had threatened innocent lives and the global economy.
Cameron said he had made it clear that Iran shared responsibility for preventing these attacks given its long-standing support for the Houthis.
The Yemen-based Houthi group has claimed responsibility for several attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea in recent weeks, saying they were in solidarity with the Palestinian people. The U.S. and British officials have accused Iran of "being behind the attacks," which was strongly rejected by Iran.
Israel launched a ground offensive inside Gaza on October 27 after Hamas attacked Israel in a surprise attack on October 7 in which 1200 Israelis were killed and over 200 were taken hostage.
Since the outbreak of hostilities, at least 21,822 Palestinians have been killed mostly being children and women while 56,451 Palestinians have been injured.
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MANILA -- While fireworks-related injuries increased this year, the multi-agency campaign against illegal firecrackers still worked.
This, according to Health Secretary Ted Herbosa.
Herbosa on Monday noted that this is the first time that the public health emergency status on COVID-19 was lifted, as the past years saw limited public gatherings due to the pandemic, resulting in fewer injuries.
From 6:00 a.m. of December 21, 2023 to 5:59 a.m. of January 1, 2024, 116 new cases of fireworks-related injuries were registered, said Herbosa.
"Ang assessment ko, siguro satisfactory, kasi ang gusto ko zero deaths from celebrations. Kasi ang lungkot nung mga na-injure, 200 plus injured iyan, mag-uumpisa sila ng 2024 may bandage ang kamay nila or nabawasan ang parte ng katawan nila," said Herbosa.
According to the Department of Health, the total injuries has risen to 231, with 49% of the cases or 113 coming from the National Capital Region.
Twelve percent of the cases, or 27, came from Central Luzon, while 10% or 10 cases are from the Ilocos Region. Those with the fewest number of cases are: Davao Region, Mimaropa, Northern Mindanao, Central Visayas and the Cordillera Autonomous Region.
Herbosa also reiterated that law enforcement agencies should also step up their efforts as illegal firecrackers remained available to the public.
The fireworks that caused the most injuries were:
1. Kwitis
2. 5-Star
3. Boga
4. Piccolo
5. Whistle Bomb
6. Pla-Pla
7. Luces
8. Fountain
9. Triangle
Herbosa noted that 5-Star, Boga, Piccolo and Pla-Pla are considered illegal fireworks.
"Nakita ninyo iyong listahan ng paputok na naka-injure ay ilegal pa rin, so ibig sabihin noon nabibili pa rin ng ating mga kababayan," Herbosa said. "Hindi lang Department of Health ang makakapagsugpo niyan. Ang ating mga kapulisan at ang ating mga lokal na opisyal, kailangan mahinto iyang pagbenta ng mga ilegal na paputok."
The DOH also reported that the ages of the victims ranged from 11 months to 76 years old with the median age at 20 years old. The 11-month old baby from the National Capital Region got burns because of a piccolo lit by someone else on the street. The 76 year old male from Ilocos Region was injured in the eye by a kwitis which he lit inside his home.
There were also 5 cases of stray bullet victims while there are three new amputation cases, putting the total at 11.
There are no reports of ingestion so far, but the health department will continue to monitor the situation for other injuries as other victims may have not yet gone to hospitals.
As for the air pollution caused by firecrackers, Herbosa stressed the need for designated fireworks displays in isolated areas such as Manila Bay.
"Pag mataas ang particulate matter, that is a danger to our lungs and health," he said. "In fact, ang unang makakaramdam niyan may mga allergic rhinitis, may asthma, at may chronic obstructive lung disease."
"Sila talagang nakita namin iyan, sa dami ng taong nag-practice ako sa emergency talagang tumataas iyong hinihika at nagkakaron ng problema sa paghinga," he added.
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Scuderia Ferrari got through its planned programme on the first day of practice for the Japanese Grand Prix, with the two SF-23s finishing both sessions in second and fourth places. This Friday showed the cars to be competitive over a flying lap and also indicated that a two-stop race is almost a certainty because of high tyre degradation, something that was expected, but exacerbated by particularly high temperatures at the end of the Japanese summer. In both sessions, the team also used some sets of a prototype tyre supplied by Pirelli for possible use next season.
FP1. Charles and Carlos started off on the prototype tyre before switching to the Softs for a qualifying simulation. Sainz was second quickest in 1’32”273, while Charles, who was also trying a new specification floor, stopped the clocks in 1’32”574, good enough for fourth on the time sheet. For the last 15 minutes, they ran with a heavier fuel load in race trim on Hard tyres. Carlos did 24 laps, Charles 25.
FP2. In the afternoon, both drivers again started off on the prototype tyre, before switching to the Medium and then the Soft for a qualifying simulation. This time, Leclerc was second fastest in 1’31”008, while Carlos was fourth with a 1’31”237. With half the session remaining, the team then switched to working in race trim, doing long runs at a constant pace on the Medium compound, even if Carlos and Charles, along with many other drivers, had to deal with the tyres suffering from degradation due to overheating. Charles did 23 laps, Carlos 22. Tomorrow’s final free practice session starts at 11.30 local time (4.30 CEST) with qualifying getting underway at 15 (8 CEST).
Charles Leclerc #16
We seem to be slightly closer to our competitors than expected, so it was quite a positive day overall. On my side, we tried out a few different things on the car to make me a bit more comfortable, which was good. I’m looking forward to confirming that feeling tomorrow.
Carlos Sainz #55
This weekend the gaps to our closest rivals seem very close, therefore back to where we were in previous races, with Red Bull very strong again. On my side, we’re still fine tuning the car a lot and today we tested many different set-ups to try to find the best compromise for this track.
We have a lot of data to look into and tonight we'll need to decide what settings to run tomorrow, trying to put the car in the right performance window. We have a couple of interesting days ahead of us. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-free-practice-report | 2024-01-01T05:37:51Z |
Road Map ready to intensify Pak-Kazakhstan bilateral economic cooperation: Ambassador Barlybay Sadykov
In an exclusive interview with the Chief Editor Dispatch News Desk (DND) News Agency Agha Iqrar Haroon in Islamabad, Barlybay Sadykov said that this document is largely about a set of measures, which are to push forward our trade and investment cooperation.
Your Excellency, what are major areas of cooperation between Pakistan and Kazakhstan right now?
From the very beginning of diplomatic relationship between Kazakhstan and Pakistan, which date back to early 1990s, our countries have never questioned the need for developing and enhancing their bilateral ties, no matter of what cooperation area we are talking about. It means that Kazakhstan and Pakistan have no political hindrances whatsoever to increase the volume of their cooperation bonds.
Another conspicuous matter about Pakistan is that your country was among the first in the world to recognize Kazakhstan as a sovereign state in 1991 after the demise of the Soviet Union, which my country had been for decades an integral part of.
Apart of impeccable political relationship, which is strongly based upon mutual and adequate understanding of modern geopolitical realities and its ongoing trends, Kazakhstan and Pakistan have a lot in common in terms of their historical background, historical and religious linkages, which go back centuries, and nowadays appear to be a unique heritage we own and should fully exercise in a most efficient manner.
Right now the entire volume of political contacts the countries include numerous mutual visits of their leadership and cooperation within various international organizations, ranging from the UN to the ones of regional character, namely the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA).
The last occasion of a high ranking political visit of the Pakistani leadership to Kazakhstan was the one of the President Mamnoon Hussain with the aim of participating at the 1st OIC Summit and Technologies, held in Astana in September 2017.
Here is worthwhile to point out that Pakistan is a host country of the OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation of the OIC, while Kazakhstan is a host country of another OIC institution, which is termed as the Islamic Organization for Food Security. This fact is not only about Kazakhstan-Pakistan cooperation within the OIC but rather about our countries contribution to development of areas, which are of paramount importance for the entire Muslim world, namely availability of food supplies and nurturing a culture of knowledge.
Another area of bilateral collaboration is, of course, the military one, keeping in mind that the Pakistani armed forces strength, experience and their great degree of involvement of the UN-led Peacekeeping Mission across the world are widely known and recognizable.
This is to say that Kazakhstan is interested very much in knowing more about that experience, what makes my country to intensify military ties with Pakistan, which currently turned into the most effective and rapidly developing fields of our bilateral cooperation.
These ties largely cover the specific areas, such as military education, special forces training and military enginery. Late November the delegation of the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Defence and Aerospace Industry visited Karachi for attending the 10th IDEAS-2018, more known as the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar. This is the event, which Kazakhstan militaries always try to attend, while their Pakistan counterparts regularly participate at the KADEX military enginery and ammunition exhibition, held in Kazakhstan.
There are also 38 representatives of the Armed Forces of Kazakhstan who have been trained since 2005 in military schools in Pakistan. This year four Kazakhstan officers underwent training courses for the UN military observers at the International Centre for Peace and Stability in Islamabad.
At the same time we in Kazakhstan are keen to be aware of Pakistan's vast expertise Pakistan in combating terrorism, what is also another area of cooperation. The first joint counter-terrorist exercises "Dostarym-2017", which were held in November 2017 at the National Anti-Terrorist Centre of the Pakistan in Pabbi overtly demonstrated to the demand from both sides for trainings of this sort. The second counter-terrorism exercises under the same title are expected to be held in Kazakhstan in 2019.
Summing up my answer I would like to note that both Kazakhstan and Pakistan authorities have to examine constantly and in a systematic way our cooperation potential in order to identify and respond in a timely manner to opportunities for improving that cooperation as much as it possible.
What is a trade volume between the two countries?
Certainly, lack of direct geographical communications seriously hamper our bilateral economic and trade cooperation. But even though the current dynamics of trade and economic interaction between our countries could be much better.
The dates provided by Kazakhstan's statistical authorities make it clear that a trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Pakistan in 2017 amounted to US$ 28,42 million, which was 12% more than for the similar period of 2016 (US$ 25,6 million).
Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Pakistan in January-August of 2018 amounted to US$ 21.7 million.
The Pakistani export to Kazakhstan largely consists of precious stones and jewelry, textile, chemical and pharmaceutical products, agricultural and food goods, vegetables, shoes, leather items, sport and medical equipment, construction materials and etc.
Pakistan imports from Kazakhstan construction and materials, food, machinery and equipment, fertilizers, coal, iron and nonferrous metals, seed oil and etc.
With taking into account Pakistan's huge market, Kazakhstan may in principle to export to Pakistan energy resources, electricity, mining and agricultural products, in particular wheat and meat, while importing in a large volume from Pakistan products of textile, cotton, leather industry, along with sanitary engineering equipment, medicaments and surgical instruments.
For improving trade relationship our countries need first to rise an awareness of their business circles of each other. This imperative strongly motivated the Embassy of Kazakhstan to hold in late November of 2018 in Islamabad a special seminar on ways of doing business with Kazakhstan.
The entire foreign service of Kazakhstan is currently shifting towards strengthening primarily economic diplomacy in developing our country's relationship with the rest of the world. This is to say that the Embassy is also to be strongly in line with this policy to be held here in Pakistan.
Kazakhstan and Pakistan have some opportunities to boost their trade and investment ties, which are to be fully exercised in a befitting way.
The Embassy is planning now to arrange a number of seminars, round-tables and road-shows to be held within a tour through Pakistan's economic and industrial hubs in Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and some other areas, with the aim of increasing awareness of local business circles about Kazakhstan, its trade and investment opportunities, as well as tourist potential of our country. In this regard I would like to underscore that the World Bank's «Doing Business» comprehensive report for 2018 has ranked Kazakhstan 28th in terms of the ease of doing business, compared with its position at the 36th place in 2017.
Astana International Financial Center (AIFC), which was officially launched in the mid-2018 as the English-law-based institution, is expected to turn very soon into a regional financial hub, alike the Shanghai stock market and the New-York stock market «Nasdaq». Pakistani business community is also highly welcomed to join cooperation with the AIFC.
How many bilateral contracts and MoUs have been signed between Pakistan and Kazakhstan during the last 5 years and what is practical status of their execution?
Right now development of Kazakhstan-Pak relationship in legal terms is based upon 35 documents of various kind and interaction level. But if come up with those, which have been singed through last five years, these were the outcomes of the official visit to Kazakhstan, paid by the Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif in 2015. The range of those bilateral contracts included the ones in the field of military education, cooperation between the Chambers of Commerce, training of diplomatic cadre, and trade development, of course. This is, for instance, to say that militaries of Kazakhstan are eligible to undergo trainings in Pakistani military academies. And this sort of cooperation is really productive now, as 38 military servicemen from Kazakhstan got training in Pakistan since 2005. This is certainly the overt manifestation of Kazakhstan's steady interest towards quality of the Pakistani military education system, which is highly rated in the world. The same is to be said about a long-lasting tradition of sending by the Foreign Office of Kazakhstan its staff, particularly young diplomats, for getting trainings in Pakistan's diplomatic service Academy. This tradition is still on and we look forward to making it to meet expectations and cooperation aspirations of both sides.
As you can see bilateral contracts may be well working under the will and commitment for cooperation to be revealed from all of us. This universal international relations maxima is certainly valid also for the Kazakh-Pak relationship.
Since Pakistan is a new full member of SCO, what benefit Kazakhstan can provide to Pakistan as the oldest member of the SCO?
In June of 2017 in Astana, Pakistan joined the SCO as a full-fledged member state, what is certainly to amplify an involvement of Islamabad into regional trends in Central Asia and beyond. As a full member state of the SCO Pakistan is able to contribute a lot in making the organization even stronger and to link the SCO countries with South Asia. But at the time we all need some time to access adequately a significance of Pakistan's joining the SCO, given the scope of that historical event. But what is clear now is that membership of Pakistan will strengthen both international weight and efficiency of the SCO, what fully meets interests of Kazakhstan.
On its own part Kazakhstan, which has a long membership history in the SCO, can easily share with that experience, when it comes to some procedural matters and decision-making process within the organization.
Please inform our readers what is Kazakhstan's vision of Eurasianism and how creation of the Eurasian Economic Union will benefit the region?
The creation of the Eurasian Economic Union, which comprises Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan, was inspired by the strategic vision and political acumen of our country's President Nursultan Nazarbayev, who articulated his call for setting up the Union ten years before it really came into existence in 2014.
The very idea of Eurasianism is strongly based upon the geographical location and size of Kazakhstan, whose territory for many centuries had been linking the East with the West. And now, when the globalized world and rapid progress of communication technologies push countries much closer to each other in an unprecedented manner, it looks more than reasonable that Kazakhstan is trying to keep fulfilling its historical mission of connecting different parts of the globe. This is what we call as Kazakhstan's vision of Eurasianism under new era of globalization.
If we come back to the Eurasian Economic Union as an interstate entity, it is crucial to underscore that the Union has nothing to do with power politics or alliance policy. From the very beginning Kazakhstan stressed that the Eurasian Economic Union should function upon four basic principles.
First, economic pragmatism;
Second, voluntary participation;
Third, sovereign equality of member states;
Fourth, no prejudice to member stats sovereign rights.
In other words the Eurasian Economic Union is not about reincarnation of the Soviet Union but rather about paying tribute to a common economic sense and keeping safe those economic ties, which connected people and regions for a long time under the Soviet rule.
Thanks to the Eurasian Economic Union the Kazakh business has free access to the huge consumption market with a population of 183 million people and a gross domestic product of over 4 trillion U.S. dollars. Of course, in this case our national business has to compete with the one of other member-states of the Union. But the good thing here is that this sort of competition is expected to make the Kazakh business more effective and genuinely competitive. And this what the Eurasian Economic Union is about for us in Kazakhstan.
What are your priorities to enhance people-to-people contact as Ambassador of Kazakhstan of Kazakhstan in Pakistan? How people to-people contact can be enhanced?
People-to-people contacts between countries in the contemporary globalizing world are getting of extreme importance for keeping interstate relationship safer and more predictable. This is even to say that degree of this sort contacts is a certain a marker of what this relationship is about in terms of its depth and cooperative nature. This approach is totally applicable for accessing Kazakhstan-Pak relations as well. For this reason, it is quite obvious that increasing of people-to-people contacts is the issue of great significance for me as the Ambassador of Kazakhstan and the Embassy I run.
Coming up to the issue of how to facilitate ties between people of our countries first we need to do is to raise their awareness of each other, which is really a challenging task for both sides. This in turn requires joint and systematic efforts from our national mass media and expert community on a purely bilateral basis and with no excessive reliance upon information provided by any other third party. In other words, perception of Kazakh and Pakistan people of each other should be shaped largely through our own contribution to this process. And we as the Embassy are open for promoting a cooperation of that kind, having, however, in mind that there is a strong need for this cooperation products to be qualitative, competitive and easy to consume by people. Otherwise people in our countries will be destined to consume and stay impressed by any other third-country-made information. And this sort of information dependence is, of course, hard to be termed as something good or positive.
Is there any plan for Youth Exchange Programme of Kazakhstan with Pakistan as it has with some other countries?
This is one of the most frequent questions I am asked about. In this regard I would like to stress that there are no formal impediments whatsoever for developing this sort youth exchange program between Kazakhstan and Pakistan, keeping in mind that both of them have a large portion of young and ambitious population. The first step towards a perspective of working out of any youth exchange programs is to be a systematizing education links between universities of our countries. For instance, the Ministry of Education & Science of Kazakhstan annually tends to expand the list of countries, whose students may be covered by this sort of exchange programs. We hope that Pakistan will also be added to this list in the foreseeable. But again, actions of this kind should be preceded by the shape of cooperative mindset in the youth mentality. In April we plan to organize round table on education programs of Kazakhstan and will discuss with representatives of Pakistani universities and institutions the prospects for Pakistani student's education in Kazakhstan and youth exchanges.
Now tell us about you. Where you were born? Your schooling, education?
I was born in the city of Omsk, which is the Russian Siberia. This area of the modern-day Russian Federation, which borders with Kazakhstan, is traditionally populated by a numerous Kazakh diaspora, which is now considered to be the biggest Kazakh minority, living in Russia.
In 1988 I graduated from the Military Institute of the Defense Ministry of the Soviet Union and for five following years served at the Soviet Defense Ministry and later at the one of sovereign Kazakhstan. In 1993 I joined Ministry of Foreign affairs of Kazakhstan and attended extensive Diplomatic courses in UK, Austria, and Kazakhstan.
What Pakistan food you like the most?
Of course, as a representative of Central Asia, I prefer the dishes that originally came to Pakistan from our region, such as Pulao or Samosa. Most favorite is national dish which is called beshbarmak.
At the same time, the flavor of Chicken Handi or Chicken Karahi always attracts my attention.
What Pakistan fruit you like the most?
You know, I have been in Pakistan for less than a year, but I was lucky enough to catch the season of fragrant Chaunsa Mangoes. My whole family simply fell in love with this exotic fruit.
Now I am waiting for the season of world famous Pakistani Kinnow Mandarins.
Any message you wish to send to our listeners and readers as Ambassador of Kazakhstan?
First of all, I would like to underscore that I am really pleased to sit in front of such a broad audience in my humble endeavor to brief people of Pakistan on development of relations between Kazakhstan and Pakistan, their prospects of this relationship, which, I am very certain, are bright as they deserve to be so.
Pakistan is a country, which is widely known across the world as the country with great potential for prosperity and making the entire world a much safer place to live in. For this reason, I would barely be mistaken to say that prosperous development of Pakistan and the Pakistani society is not just a case only about them, but it is rather about prosperity and security of the vast region of South Asia and far beyond of it. In this regard I want to wish your listeners and all people of brotherly Pakistan every success and well-being. | https://en.inform.kz/news/road-map-ready-to-intensify-pak-kazakhstan-bilateral-economic-cooperation-ambassador-barlybay-sadykov_a3494157/ | 2024-01-01T05:37:52Z |
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American football-Merged XFL-USFL to kick off in March as United Football League
The UFL does not pose a threat to the NFL's dominance as the merged entity will play a Spring schedule. The original XFL, which was owned by longtime WWE chairman Vince McMahon, lasted only one season in 2001 then folded.
The XFL and USFL will merge operations to form the United Football League (UFL) with play set to kick off in late March, the league's partners announced on Sunday. In a joint statement, the partners said the UFL season will open on March 30 with a clash between the Arlington Renegades and Birmingham Stallions, who are reigning champions of the XFL and USFL respectively.
The UFL partners listed in the news release consisted of three XFL owners - wrestler-turned-movie star Dwayne Johnson, his ex-wife Dany Garcia and Gerry Cardinale of RedBird Capital - along with USFL owner FOX Sports and ESPN. "From day one, our mission has been to expand the game of football and be a league of opportunity, culture and innovation," XFL co-owner Dwayne Johnson said in a news release.
"As we come together to create the UFL, we can build something powerful, exciting and very cool for football fans - a spring league with lasting impact for all the players with a dream to play pro football and the 'hardest workers in the room' mentality to make their dreams come true." Former XFL President and CEO Russ Brandon will lead the UFL in the same capacity while former USFL President of Football Operations Daryl Johnston will lead football operations.
The number of UFL teams and which cities they will represent was not disclosed. While the National Football League dominates the U.S. sport scene, attempts to tap into America's love for gridiron have failed despite the backing of major television networks.
Fox and NBC have broadcast USFL games while the XFL announced a multi-year deal with Disney and ESPN in 2022. The UFL does not pose a threat to the NFL's dominance as the merged entity will play a Spring schedule.
The original XFL, which was owned by longtime WWE chairman Vince McMahon, lasted only one season in 2001 then folded. McMahon relaunched the league in 2020 but never finished the season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Johnson teamed up with Garcia and investment company RedBird Capital Partners to buy the XFL for $15 million in 2020, hours before the bankrupt league was set to be auctioned.
The USFL has had an equally turbulent past. The league first operated for three seasons from 1983 to 1985 before folding. It was relaunched in 2022.
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.) | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/sports-games/2762669-american-football-merged-xfl-usfl-to-kick-off-in-march-as-united-football-league | 2024-01-01T05:37:52Z |
New Year always falls in the Capricorn season, given that the Sun is always in the cardinal earthy sign of Capricorn at this time, whereas the moon and other planets change position from year to year. New Year eve will see moon in its own sign, Cancer connecting you in a deep intimate way, getting smoother sailing in relationships. However, beware of ulterior motives, power plays, possessiveness, and jealousy. Know how to make the best of this month by reading our monthly January 2024 horoscope.
Jupiter transiting in friendly Aries is likely to increase all overgrowth. Saturn, the task master in its own mooltrikone Aquarius is all set to promote karma and hard work. Rahu and Ketu will be comfortably positioned in Pisces and Virgo. There is going to be an assembly of planets (Mars, Mercury, and Venus) in Sagittarius. This January, accept the shortcomings offered by the universe and enjoy the abundance offered with positivity.
January horoscope 2024 for all zodiac signs
Aries January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Aries sun sign natives will have an extraordinary start in January 2024. You will have a lot of growth opportunities and you are likely to achieve success in almost all your endeavours. Businesses are all set to scale new heights. After mid-month, all Aries natives are likely to be richly rewarded financially and professionally.
Health: Aries will enjoy sound health as the stars align in their favour. The advice is to stay focussed on your health goals.
Relationships: You will need to keep the Arian temper in control to enjoy the favours of the cosmos this month. You will bond well with your partner and an exciting holiday is foretold. You are likely to enjoy coital bliss. You will have an incredible and memorable time with all the family members.
Remedy: Light red candle on Sunday to manifest peace.
Taurus January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Taurus sun sign native a will be full of ideas. They will have to work very hard to achieve their goals. The second half of the month promises great advancement in their careers. Businesses will take off well after a sluggish start and you will annihilate all competitors. Some work-related travel is indicated. Finances will be good.
Health: You might suffer from viral fever with body pains but as the month advances you will be full of energy and enjoy robust health.
Relationships: The month might start with some misunderstandings between partners, but they will clear out and you will enjoy bonhomie with your partners. Your relationship with the family will be average.
Remedy: Light a white candle on Friday to manifest good health.
Gemini January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Gemini sun sign natives will start the month well will be full of energy and enthusiasm towards their work. You will achieve success in your endeavours. Some unexpected glitches might pop up in the second half of the month. Business natives are likely to lose out to their competitors later in the month and they are advised to be vigilant. Finances will be average.
Health: Gemini natives might face some ups and downs in health.
Relationships: Gemini natives will have a normal relationship with their partner this month. Try to be more patient and understanding. The latter part of the month might see some arguments and tiffs amongst family members. The advice is to be careful with your dealing and your choice of words.
Remedy: Eating green leafy vegetables particularly on Wednesdays will manifest good health.
Cancer January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Cancer sun sign natives are all set to achieve and fulfil their career dreams. A lot of good opportunities will come your way and you will be the shining star at your organisation wining accolades and awards. Businesspeople will expand their work and achieve their goals and targets. Finances will be good.
Health: Health will be good at the commencement of the month and you need to follow your health goals diligently to keep yourself healthy and fit.
Relationships: The month will start with a hunky-dory relationship with your partner but be mindful of your ego towards the latter part of the month lest it spoils the bonhomie. You will enjoy family closeness and bonding and the children will be a source of pleasure.
Remedy: Feeding the fish will be very beneficial for peace and harmony.
Leo January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Leo sun sign natives are the favoured sun sign this month. Your dreams are about to get fulfilled in this transit, but they will be achieved with a lot of hard work. Work your fingers to the bone and make use of this favourable transit. Businesses will flourish and grow. You should put all your plans of expansion into being and put in blood, sweat, and tears you will be extremely successful. Finances will be good especially in the second half of the month.
Health: You will enjoy good health but be mindful of your digestive system.
Relationships: Leo natives will enjoy good relationship with their partners and will strengthen their bonds of love and camaraderie. It is a good time for the stork to pay a visit. Be respectful towards the elders and loving towards the youngsters in the family. Family life will be pleasurable.
Remedy: Putting red flowers in the house will attract positivity.
Virgo January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: You will perform well at work and your colleagues will look up to you. You will win accolades and your seniors will be very happy and reward you proportionally. Business natives need to focus more on the quality of the produce and avoid any kind of partnership this month. Finances will be good but unexpected and unnecessary expenses might make you somewhat uneasy.
Health: Some small health issues will bother you in the beginning of the month. You need to be vigilant while driving and otherwise.
Relationships: Virgo natives need to be calm and controlled in the first fortnight of the month. Control your emotions and do not overreact in situations. It is not the best month for love and romance. You will share a very good bond with the children and youngsters. It is a good time for conception and fertility.
Remedy: Light a green candle to manifest good health.
Libra January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Libra sun sign natives will face some disappointment at work. You might have some differences with your colleagues. The second fortnight will get you respite and things will settle down favourably. Business natives will face some disappointments at work, but things are likely to improve towards the end of the month. Finances will be as expected but expenses will be very high causing some anxiety.
Health: You will enjoy good health but might face some fertility issues. Insomnia can also be a cause of concern this month.
Relationships: Your relationship with your partner will face some ups and downs this month. Tone down your ego and work towards improving your intimacy. You might have some disagreements with your siblings and family might be unhappy and withdrawn in the second half of the month.
Remedy: Light a white candle to manifest peace and harmony.
Scorpio January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Scorpio sun sign natives will encounter favourable opportunities and positive developments at work. Success is the word for you this month and you will be achieving a lot, especially after mid-month. Your desires will manifest into reality, and you will reap the fruits of your hard work. Business natives will have their hands full with lots of work and will be satisfied with their projects. Finances will escalate in the form of pay hike for service people and good profits for business natives.
Health: Some cold, cough, and allergies might cause discomfort in the initial phase of the month but as the month progresses, you will feel enthusiastic and be full of energy.
Relationships: Your personal relationships are all set to deepen and strengthen. You will enjoy a good camaraderie with your partner and enjoy a good time in between the sheets. Some misunderstandings with children or youngsters might mar the otherwise perfect month.
Remedy: Inhaling eucalyptus oil will manifest harmony in relationships.
Sagittarius January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Sagittarius sun sign natives will see a positive career growth in the New Year. Your growth will be stupendous and you will be brimming with optimism and enthusiasm. You are likely to achieve all your goals and much more. Businesses will grow and expand you will be full of innovative ideas and will catapult toward success. Finances will be outstanding, and you will be lavish with your spending.
Health: Health will be fine except for a few ups and downs. Be attentive towards your diet and exercising regime.
Relationships: Lack of time and ego in your behaviour will be two deterrents in your relationship this month. Be patient and control your temper particularly this month. You need to be sagacious towards your family members. Children will be a source of joy.
Remedy: Feed whole grains to birds.
Capricorn January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Capricorn natives will see some good opportunities to advance in their career this month. You need to be vigilant to utilise them. You are likely to face challenges and obstacles but will emerge on top with your hard work and perseverance. Businesspeople will need to be extra careful with all the paperwork relating to their work field. Finances will be good but some unexpected expenses might rock the boat.
Health: Do not ignore any symptoms. A health check-up might be a good idea. As the month progresses, your energy levels will go up and you will feel robust.
Relationships: There might be some strife amongst partners in the first half of the month. You need to be careful not to hurt with your words. As the month progresses things will settle down, but your intimacy will be compromised. Some misunderstandings with the elders in the family might mar the domestic harmony and you will need to make efforts to dissolve the strife.
Remedy: Do some charity to improve your health.
Aquarius January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Aquarius sun sign natives might have to work very hard to achieve their goals. You will face some obstacles in the second half of the month. Your colleagues might not be cooperative and there will be lot of issues which you will have to manage on your own. Business natives might face some resentment from their co-workers. Finances will be average, and you need to be judicious with your money this month.
Health: Health might nosedive towards the latter part of the month. You might face some eye problems, headaches, and insomnia.
Relationships: This month will start on a good note. You will share good cosy moments with your partner, but in the latter part some misunderstandings might crop up. You are likely to spend some good moments with your partner.
Remedy: Donating at an old age home will get you satisfaction at work.
Pisces January horoscope 2024
Career and Finance: Pisces sun sign natives will win accolades at work and will be getting a pat on the back from their seniors for their achievements. Businesses will fare well with new projects coming their way especially in the second fortnight. Finances will be good, but the expenses will be manifold. The advice is to be judicious with your money.
Health: Pisceans are likely to enjoy average health. Take care of your diet and exercising regime.
Relationships: The dawn of the month might see some bitterness in the relationship with your partner, but as the month advances, things will settle down. This is not the perfect month for love and romance though. Family might feel neglected and a little aloof. You need to make efforts peace and harmony.
Remedy: Manifest prosperity by lighting a yellow candle.
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Netflix’s highly successful 2023 release, One Piece, has proven to be a litmus test for live-action adaptations. After receiving massive love from critics and fans, the streaming giant introduced another live-action anime series, Yu Yu Hakusho in December 2023.
Within the first two weeks of its release, Yu Yu Hakusho quickly soared to the top of Netflix’s rankings for non-English TV series, gaining immense popularity among both anime enthusiasts and fans of live-action content. According to the streaming platform, the adaptation amassed an impressive 32.1 million hours viewed, attracting a staggering 7.7 million views during its debut week.
Netflixシリーズ『幽☆遊☆白書』日本発のシリーズ作品で歴代最高となる快挙を達成👏
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— Netflix Japan | ネットフリックス (@NetflixJP) December 20, 2023
For those who are new to the world of Yu Yu Hakusho, the story revolves around Yusuke Urameshi, a junior high student who meets with a fatal accident while defending a child. Resurrected as an underworld detective, Yusuke embarks on a sprawling mystery that spans across the realms of humans, demons and spirits.
So, if you were also impressed by Netflix’s Yu Yu Hakusho live-action adaptation and are craving more such unique stories, we have got you covered! From One Piece and Death’s Game to Sweet Home and Alice in Borderland, we have listed the top series like Yu Yu Hakusho that every anime lover should watch right away.
10 live-action series like Netflix’s ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ to add to your watchlist
Death’s Game (2023)
Death’s Game follows Choi Yi-jae, an unemployed and poor man on the verge of suicide, who faces multiple encounters with reincarnation — 12 times to be exact — as a consequence of Death’s judgment while on the verge of descending into hell. Death then assigns him the challenge of undergoing death repeatedly across all his different existences to earn his freedom.
If you are looking for thriller elements like Yu Yu Hakusho surrounding death and the spirit world, you should most definitely watch this popular Korean drama series.
IMDb rating: 9.1/10
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One Piece (2023)
Monkey D. Luffy is a young and ambitious pirate whose ultimate goal is to find the legendary treasure known as the One Piece. He sets sail with his diverse crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, each member possessing unique abilities and dreams of their own. Their adventure takes them across the vast and perilous Grand Line, as they explore numerous islands, forge new alliances and encounter powerful foes like the Seven Warlords of the Sea, the Marines and other pirate crews along the way.
While there might not be common themes between One Piece and Yu Yu Hakusho, both of them come from the same world of shōnen manga. In addition to this, both are newly launched live-action series that every anime lover must watch.
IMDb rating: 8.4/10
The Witcher (2019)
In The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, Crown Princess Cirilla of Cintra and the quarter-elf sorceress Yennefer of Vengerberg each undergo significant personal developments, unfolding their stories across different periods before converging into a unified timeline. Their fates intertwine due to a binding destiny established long before her birth and this connection stems from Geralt inadvertently claiming her through the ancient custom of ‘the Law of Surprise’. Upon their eventual encounter, Geralt assumes the role of Ciri’s guardian, tasked with safeguarding her from numerous pursuers.
There are two common aspects between The Witcher and Yu Yu Hakusho: supernatural components and elaborately choreographed battles. So if you are looking for an exciting series that will keep you hooked throughout, this is the one for you.
IMDb rating: 8/10
The Uncanny Counter (2020)
Adapted from Jang Yi’s Kakao webtoon Amazing Rumor, The Uncanny Counter follows a group of four individuals who possess supernatural abilities and work as Counters, tasked with hunting down evil spirits, called wraiths, preying on humans. The Counters operate from a noodle restaurant as their base, maintaining a cover while fulfilling their duties.
Just like Yu Yu Hakusho, the Counters are dealing with the spirit world and hunting down evil spirits. Both shows intertwine elements of action, suspense and emotional depth, making them interesting to watch.
IMDb rating: 8/10
Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020)
Tale of the Nine Tailed follows the story of a mythical nine-tailed fox named Lee Yeon, who has lived for centuries and becomes involved in the human world. When fearless television producer Nam Ji Ah encounters supernatural occurrences and seeks the truth behind her parents’ mysterious death, she stumbles upon Lee Yeon and his mysterious past.
Like Yu Yu Hakusho, the series explores themes of love, loss and the consequences of supernatural beings interacting with humans. Additionally, Lee Yeon learns to deal with both the spirit worlds while facing various challenges and adversaries.
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023)
Well, who hasn’t heard of the iconic Percy Jackson? A 12-year-old demigod living in modern times, who grapples with his recently discovered divine abilities as he faces an accusation from Zeus, the sky god. As Zeus claims Percy has stolen his powerful lightning bolt, the youngster embarks on a quest to restore harmony to Olympus and clear his name, with some friends by his side.
The edge-of-the-seat magical adventures of Percy Jackson and the Olympians are bound to remind viewers of Yu Yu Hakusho. Additionally, both series showcase protagonists undertaking a journey to achieve a unique goal, set in an alternate reality.
IMDb rating: 7.7/10
Alice in Borderland (2020)
In Alice in Borderland, Arisu, along with his friends Chōta and Karube, discover themselves in a deserted city where they must compete in various deadly games to stay alive. These games are designed to test their intelligence, agility and survival instincts. To survive and find a way back to their world, they must navigate the dangerous challenges of this eerie, alternate Tokyo while uncovering the mysteries.
Another series like Yu Yu Hakusho where death-related games play a major part in building up the plot. Additionally, this thriller series is also adapted from the manga series of the same name.
IMDb rating: 7.7/10
Gyeongseong Creature (2023)
In the year 1945 in Gyeongseong City, a cluster of young individuals come across a monstrous entity born from human desires, prompting them to question the essence of humanity. Here, Jang Tae-sang teams up with adept detective Yoon Chae-ok and together they face peculiar creatures spawned from greed while navigating the hurdles of staying alive.
Just like Yusuke Urameshi in Yu Yu Hakusho, the detectives and the group of individuals in Gyeongseong Creature try to stay alive and cheat on death through mysterious circumstances.
IMDb rating: 7.3/10
Sweet Home (2020)
In Sweet Home, we see Cha Hyun-soo, a reclusive high school student, who moves into a new apartment complex after a tragic incident in his family. Soon after, the world is overrun by grotesque monsters that turn humans into monstrous creatures based on their innermost desires. Trapped inside the building with other survivors, each dealing with their inner struggles and traumas, Hyun-soo must confront these monstrous beings while also battling his psychological demons.
This show, with its intriguing storyline like Yu Yu Hakusho, involving supernatural elements and monsters, makes for a fascinating binge-watch.
IMDb rating: 7.3/10
Warrior Nun (2020)
Ava Silva wakes up in a morgue to discover she’s been endowed with supernatural powers after being imbued with a divine artefact, the Halo, embedded in her back. She then finds herself inducted into a secret order of warrior nuns, the Order of the Cruciform Sword, dedicated to fighting demonic forces on Earth. As she grapples with her newfound abilities and adjusts to her role as the chosen Halo-bearer, Ava becomes embroiled in a conflict between the forces of good and evil.
Warrior Nun and Yu Yu Hakusho have multiple components in common, including supernatural powers and protagonists dealing with demons and internal battles. So, if that’s something that got you hooked on Yusuke’s story, you will surely love this one!
IMDb rating: 7/10
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
-Which is the best live-action series like Yu Yu Hakusho?
Death’s Game, One Piece, Sweet Home and Alice in Borderland are some of the best live-action series like Yu Yu Hakusho.
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Jordan's economy grows by 2.7% by end of Q3
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:29 AM2024-01-01T10:29:43+5:302024-01-01T10:30:08+5:30
Amman, Jan 1 Jordan's economy grew by 2.7 per cent by the end of the third quarter compared ...
Amman, Jan 1 Jordan's economy grew by 2.7 per cent by the end of the third quarter compared to the same period last year, the state-run Petra news agency reported.
The overall growth is attributed to the expansion of the majority of economic sectors in the third quarter, said the report, citing official figures issued by the Department of Statistics, Xinhua news agency said.
The hotels and restaurants sector achieved the highest growth rate of 6.3 per cent in the period compared to the same period last year, followed by the transport, storage, and communications sector, with a growth rate of 5.3 per cent, according to the report.
It also listed the positive performance of the agriculture, hunting, forestry, and fishing sector, and the manufacturing sector, which registered 5.1 per cent and 3.9 per cent growth, respectively.
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The second race of this Far East double-header is the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.
The famous figure of eight. The circuit, the only one on the calendar featuring a figure of eight, is one of the most popular with the drivers, with its classic corners and the enthusiasm of the Japanese fans who pack the grandstands, showing great support for all the drivers, albeit while cheering local hero Yuki Tsunoda that little bit more. The track rises and falls and presents a mix of high speed corners and slower sections such as the tricky final chicane. Highly rated in the Formula 1 corner canon are the run of flowing esses in the first sector, Spoon Curve, a semi-circular banked turn with a constant radius and the legendary 130R, a fearsome highspeed turn, which in today’s cars is taken almost flat out.
Medium downforce, engine and tyres work hard. Aerodynamic downforce level is medium to low and an important area is tyre management, as the rubber is stressed from the many high speed corners. There are four heavy braking points and the layout is also hard on the Power Unit, especially the combustion engine component, which runs at maximum revs for around 70% of the lap.
With Singapore behind us, we immediately focused on the Japanese Grand Prix, one of the most enthralling races on the calendar for teams and drivers. The Suzuka track is very different to Monza and Marina Bay and it will give us the opportunity to see how the SF-23 performs in high speed corners with a medium-low aero set-up.
We will tackle this weekend with the same approach we have adopted at the past few races, where we made further progress in terms of how we operate at the track. We are expecting to once again bring home plenty of points, as we continue to fight for second place in the Constructors’ championship.
Frédéric Vasseur
Team Principal
Ferrari Stats
GP entered 1067
Seasons in F1 74
Debut Monaco 1950 (A. Ascari 2nd; R. Sommer 4th; L. Villoresi ret.)
Wins 243 (22.77%)
Pole positions 246 (23.05%)
Fastest race laps 259 (24.27%)
Total podiums 802 (25.08%)
Ferrari Stats Japanese GP
GP entered 36
Debut 1976 (C. Regazzoni 5th; N. Lauda ret.)
Wins 7 (19.44%)
Pole positions 10 (27,78%)
Fastest race laps 7 (19.44%)
Total podiums 24 (22.22%)
Three questions to...
ANDREA LANDI, HEAD OF VEHICLE DYNAMICS
1. Suzuka is a favourite track for the vast majority of drivers, what are its technical characteristics?
Suzuka is special, because a bit like Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps, it offers a wide variety of corner types, from the slowest to the quickest, while the straights are long enough to require a relatively low downforce level. Obviously, this makes the car harder to drive in those corners where aero downforce aids stability. In addition, the drivers need to build up a lot of confidence to tackle its high speed corners. The wind can also upset the cars, so they need to perform consistently whatever the weather conditions.
2. The tyres come under a lot of stress here, so what is the key to managing them on this track?
Because of its high speed corners, Suzuka puts a lot of energy through the tyres. It affects both the fronts and rears, but mainly the fronts, which means we can see a significant drop in performance during the race if one is not careful. To be “careful” one has to manage the tyres, limiting the amount of energy going through them so as to optimise race stint length. That can mean giving up a bit of performance over each single lap to reduce the average degradation thus allowing a quicker overall stint.
3. What about your time with Ferrari? Tell us what it means to you to don the red team kit?
I’ve actually joined Ferrari twice. The first time came twenty years on from doing my university thesis there and then I returned after a nine year break working in other motor sport categories. I am Head of Vehicle Dynamics, a department made up of three groups which support on-track activity, work on development of the next car and focus on the important aspect of tyre management. In my opinion, Ferrari is the team everyone would like to work for and I think that being part of the Scuderia in Formula 1 is the aim of every engineer with a passion for motorsport. Personally, I consider it a great privilege as well as a great challenge, the goal being to get the Prancing Horse back to the top of this category.
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Japanese Grand Prix: facts & figures
4. Japanese cuisine’s world ranking according to the 2022 Taste Atlas awards. Italy tops the table with a score of 4.72 out of 5, followed by Greece and Spain. Predictably, the Japanese dish getting the most plaudits is sushi.
47. The number of Japanese Grands Prix, of which 36 were Formula 1 World Championship rounds. The race (albeit for sports cars) was first held in 1963, won by Peter Warr at the wheel of a Lotus. Seven victories can be attributed to “prophets in their own land” although these wins were not in a world championship event. The first Japanese winner was Yoshikazu Sunako in 1966 at the wheel of a Prince. The best home results in a World Championship race in Japan came courtesy of Aguri Suzuki, who finished third in 1990 on a Lola, as did Kamui Kobayashi in 2012 on a Ferrari powered Sauber. The most successful driver of all is Michael Schumacher with six wins.
67. Contrary to the popular perception that Japan is made up of densely populated cities and towns, this figure is actually the percentage of its land mass – over two thirds of its total – that is forest.
98.5. The percentage of the Japanese population that’s indigenous, so almost all of it. The Far Eastern country has historically been one of the most closed nations on earth. In fact, in 1635, by decree of the Shogun Tokugawa Lemitsu, the country was closed to foreigners for over 200 years, with severe penalties for anyone using goods imported from other countries, particularly European nations. The first to set foot in Japan from the Old Continent were the Portuguese who landed in Nagasaki in 1543, introducing Tempura cooking, which survived the ban on all things foreign, going on to become a staple of Japanese cuisine.
2000. The tonnes of fish sold every day at Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market, the most famous in all of Japan. It is home to the most famous daily tuna fish auction in the world. Anyone wishing to attend needs to get up early for the 2.30 in the morning start. Head for the seafood information centre and get in line, as admission is very limited and allowed on a first come-first served basis. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-preview | 2024-01-01T05:37:57Z |
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If there is a pendulum that regulates world affairs, it is important to know which way it may be swinging in the year that is about to start.
Seen from one angle, the pendulum looks like swinging towards uncertainty. In 2024, many countries with major roles in international affairs are facing dicey elections.
The United States looks set for what could be the most difficult election season in its history. Will President Joe Biden, with his physical and mental fitness questioned by some, be able to run the final mile to his party’s nomination? Or will his Democrat Party be forced to rally around Kamala Harris at the last moment and out of desperation?
The Republicans face an even less predictable prospect.
Although Donald Trump continues to cast a large shadow on the whole process, a shadow is just a shadow after all. The alternative savior, Ron DeSantis, seems to be fading away, while Nikki Haley, a dark horse just a few weeks ago, is beginning to emerge as a serious pretender.
Even then, and regardless of who would win the keys to the White House next November, the United States will be on pilot mode for much of 2024 and thus, unable to take the tough decisions that only a well-settled administration could take.
The United Kingdom is also facing what is seen as the most difficult general elections it has experienced at least since the Suez Crisis of 1956. The Conservative Party seems to be in letdown mode, while the Labour Party appears unable to seize the opportunity to make a big comeback. The prospect of a hung parliament, with Labour forced to depend on the Scottish National Party (SNP) to form a government, signals a period of uncertainty as far as strategic decisions are concerned.
In the European Union, the Netherlands is already without a stable government and is likely to remain so for months, while coalition-building goes on. In Germany, the EU’s big beast in economic terms, the shaky coalition led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz could unravel at any moment, while the right-wing Alternative for Germany waits to emerge as the arbiter of a divided political scene.
Even France now seems to be heading for a period of instability as President Emmanuel Macron’s shaky coalition begins to crumble, while his government is unable to secure a majority in the parliament. The prospect of dissolution of parliament and snap elections is hanging above the scene like the Damocles’ sword of the myth.
In Russia, President Vladimir Putin seems set to easily sail to victory on his bid for a new presidential term. But even there, the elections are likely to lead to a major reshuffle of the ruling elite, including the top brass and the inner circle of household oligarchs. After all, the thinly disguised failure in Ukraine must be blamed on someone, someone other than good old Volodia.
The only major power to appear stable at the moment is the People’s Republic of China. But there too, President Xi Jinping appears more focused on managing economic slowdown and the purge of the party than being dragged into international problems that promise nothing but trouble.
The pendulum is also swinging more sharply towards conflict, instability and state failures. In 2023, the list of “ungoverned” countries was limited to Syria, Libya, Somalia, South Sudan and, according to some, Afghanistan. In 2024 Sudan, caught in a war between rival military factions, is certain to join the category, while Myanmar, with areas controlled by Karen rebels expanding, is heading in the same direction.
If you hope that the pendulum will swing towards peace, think again. In Ukraine, both sides, that is to say Russia and NATO, appear in a zugzwang that keeps them in conflict for the foreseeable future.
The Gaza war is set to continue in 2024. Even after Israel achieves its military objectives, that is to say dismantling Hamas’ military machine and freeing Israeli hostages, within weeks the gargantuan task of building a new status quo is certain to take much longer.
In the meantime, the Gaza war has already ricocheted to North Yemen, still under Houthi control, and parts of Lebanon, under Hezbollah’s total control. Fighting involving Iranian-controlled militias in Syria and Iraq with US-backed elements is also likely to get wider dimensions.
There are indications that both Russia and Turkey are also preparing for military action on a grander scale to secure the chunks of Syria under their control.
For its part, the Islamic Republic of Iran is likely to face a sharp swing of the pendulum towards uncertainty in both domestic and foreign policy areas.
Another case of the pendulum swinging in the opposite direction concerns the United Nations and diplomacy in general. The UN Security Council is likely to remain inoperative for the foreseeable future, while the Secretary-General, having tripped over the Gaza war, has lost much of his authority as arbiter of international conflicts.
At the end of the COP28 in Dubai earlier this month, there was much talk about multilateralism making a big comeback. But that may be nothing but wishful thinking. The coming year looks likely to see a further decline in multilateralism and an increase in bilateral efforts to deal with economic and security problems.
In some cases, lone-ranger policymaking is finding more advocates.
Hungary under Viktor Orbán, for example, is defying the EU by hosting a Chinese manufacturer of electric cars to compete with EU producers. Despite an agreement to coordinate immigration policy, EU members are developing divergent strategies likely to lead to diplomatic clashes in 2024.
A broader and potentially more important pendulum swing in 2024 would be away from the mushy consensus formed during the golden days of globalism.
Almost everywhere, we are already witnessing a return to the narrowest concept of national interests. Fear of dependence on potentially hostile or unstable powers has forced many countries, especially in the EU, to lean towards economic nationalism and discard the “comparative advantage” argument.
France, for example, has just unveiled a plan for self-sufficiency in a number of areas, notably pharmaceuticals, microchips and batteries for electrical vehicles. In a more folkloric move away from globalization, France has just revived growing a number of plants used in textile industry.
Finally, the pendulum looks likely to swing in favor of small- and/or medium-sized nations capable of adopting non-ideological and effective policies in the interest of their people. After all, no nation is small or medium as such; it’s the leadership that makes a country small or great.
{Written by Amir Taheri and reposted from Gatestone Institute} | https://www.jewishpress.com/indepth/opinions/2024-where-does-the-pendulum-swing/2024/01/01/ | 2024-01-01T05:38:02Z |
Malaysian PM pledges further economic development in 2024
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:42 AM2024-01-01T10:42:16+5:302024-01-01T10:45:09+5:30
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 1 Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledged to prioritise economic development that will directly benefit ...
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 1 Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledged to prioritise economic development that will directly benefit the people in a New Year message.
"We have achieved some success in a short period, such as a decrease in inflation to 2 percent and the lowest unemployment rate, with the economy growing and maintaining at 4 percent," Xinhua news agency reported.
"However, the true measure is the well-being, welfare and prosperity of the people ... for those facing hardships in their lives and with the cost of living, it must be promptly addressed," he said in a recorded video message.
The prime minister also said there should be full focus on efforts to drive economic growth, and called for improving governance among the leadership and civil service.
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Time for Japanese Grand Prix qualifying. The air temperature in Suzuka is 27 degrees, the track is at 38.
Q1. Charles and Carlos go out on Soft tyres but before they can set a time, the session is red flagged after Logan Sargeant crashes at the final corner on his first run. Apart from the Ferrari drivers, Valtteri Bottas, Nico Hulkenberg, Alex Albon and Pierre Gasly are yet to complete a lap. With nine minutes remaining, the session resumes and Leclerc, posts a 1’30”393, Sainz a 1’30”651 so they both make the cut to Q2.
Q2. Charles and Carlos go out on the Softs that completed half a lap on the first run in Q1: the Monegasque laps in 1’30”456, Carlos in 1’31”156. On new Softs they improve to 1’29”940 and 1’30”067 respectively to make the cut to the next phase.
Q3. Both drivers have just one set of new Softs and wait a few minutes before trying their luck. Leclerc is fourth fastest in 1’29”542, less than a tenth off Oscar Piastri, second on the front row, while Sainz is sixth in 1’29”850. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-qualifying | 2024-01-01T05:38:03Z |
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Russia ranks among top 7 largest investors of Kazakhstan, MFA
MOSCOW. KAZINFORM "Russia ranks among the top 7 largest investors of Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan and Russia realize 16 joint investment projects worth USD 2.7 bln in various sectors, namely mining, chemical, machine building industries," Kazakh Foreign Minister Beibut Atamkulov told at the meeting with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
"19% of Kazakhstan's external trade turnover falls on Russia. Following the results of 2018 the countries report mutual trade growth. Trade turnover for January-November 2018 reached USD 15.7 bln that is 6% more as compared to the same period of 2017," Atamkulov added. | https://en.inform.kz/news/russia-ranks-among-top-7-largest-investors-of-kazakhstan-mfa_a3492569/ | 2024-01-01T05:38:07Z |
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PM Modi's third straight term at Centre 'almost an inevitability', declares column in leading UK daily
By ANI | Published: January 1, 2024 09:33 AM2024-01-01T09:33:15+5:302024-01-01T09:35:06+5:30
New Delhi [India], January 1 : The hat-trick of victories in three state assemblies, combined with Prime Minister Narendra ...
New Delhi [India], January 1 : The hat-trick of victories in three state assemblies, combined with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's immense popularity and emotive issues such as the Ram Temple inauguration in Ayodhya, has made a third, straight term for the BJP at the Centre 'almost an inevitability', read a column in the UK-based daily, The Guardian.
The column, by Hannah Ellis-Peterson, pointed to the saffron sweep in the three heartland states of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan have added more strength and momentum to the BJP going into the crucial Lok Sabha elections next year.
After assembly wins in three states, PM Modi himself didn't hold back from predicting that "this hat-trick has guaranteed the 2024 victory", the column noted.
In India's current political landscape, the consensus among political analysts is that a win for Modi and the BJP is the "most plausible outcome", Ellis-Peterson added in her piece.
"The prime minister's popularity as a political strongman, alongside the BJP's Hindu nationalist agenda, continues to appeal to the large Hindu majority of the country, particularly in the populous Hindi belt of the north", the column read, adding, "At the state and national level, the apparatus of the country has been skewed heavily towards the BJP since Modi was elected (PM) in 2014".
The column noted further that while the regional opposition to the BJP was strong in pockets of south and east India, nationally it is seen as 'fragmented and weak'.
"The main opposition Indian National Congress won the state election in Telangana this month but is in power in only three states overall and is perceived as "hierarchical and riddled with infighting", The Guardian reported.
"The recently formed coalition of all major opposition parties which goes by the acronym INDIA is yet to unite on crucial issues, though it has vowed to fight the BJP collectively," the piece read further, adding, "The general sense is that a BJP win is almost an inevitability at this stage," said Neelanjan Sircar, a fellow at the Centre for Policy Research. "The question is more: what factors will shape the scale of the victory?"
Pointing to the BJP's 'nationwide pre-election push' 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra', the column stated that it features the deployment of 'thousands of government officers' to towns and villages across the country over the next two months, "tasked with speaking about the BJP's successes over the past nine years".
The Ministry of Defence is also setting up 822 'selfie points' at war memorials, defence museums, railway stations and tourist attractions where people can take photos of themselves with a cutout of PM Modi, The Guardian reported.
"PM Modi rose to power in 2014 largely on the back of an anti-incumbency wave while his re-election victory in 2019 was all but secured after India carried out airstrikes on Pakistan, after a terrorist incident a few months before the polls, resulting in a storm of national security sentiment in his favour," wrote Ellis-Petersen.
However, she added in her piece that it was 'unclear' if the BJP would be able to repeat its landslide mandate like 2019.
The party's position remains uncertain in the crucial states of Bihar and Maharashtra, the column noted, adding that issues such as 'jobs and inflation' could affect voting the pattern.
"BJP's dominant victories in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh have reaffirmed PM Modi's popularity. Though (the) PM has little to do with state elections, which are designed to elect local assembly members, the BJP strategically put Modi front and centre of their campaigns in the place of local leaders, where he appeared at dozens of rallies to directly appeal to voters and present himself as the embodiment of the party," The Guardian column read further.
It added that "PM Modi's messaging in these campaign speeches combined an emphasis on the BJP's paternalistic welfare schemes along with (an) nationalistic agenda".
The column commended PM Modi's "role in elevating India as a global power - be that in international politics or in the recent its moon landing in August".
On the grand opening of the Ram Temple by PM Modi on January 22, the column noted that it was "one of the biggest issues likely to dominate the BJP's agenda" before the general elections.
The 'fanfare' around the inauguration of the temple later is expected to be a national event, the piece read.
The column quoted Baijayant Panda, the national vice president of the BJP, as saying that the party was very confident about its prospects for the Lok Sabha polls.
He credited the confidence in part to 'the Modi premium', elaborating that the BJP tended to perform better in national than state elections because of the "stratospheric popularity" of Prime Minister Modi, according to The Guardian.
"On the ground, there's a huge surge of optimism, even in areas which we haven't traditionally won", Panda was quoted as saying in the report.
"Having had this kind of victory in the state elections completely cements our position," he added.
Amid concerns by some detractors around a third term for PM Modi and what it portends for the country, Panda affirmed that it would be defined by economic success and India becoming the world's third-largest major economy.
Pushing back against allegations of communalism against the BJP, Panda added, "I dare anyone to point out where a minority, whether a Muslim or a Christian or Buddhist or a Sikh has been discriminated against in the governance of India, you will not find a single example."
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When the lights go out for the start of the Japanese Grand Prix tomorrow at 13 local time (6 CEST), Scuderia Ferrari will start from the second row with Charles Leclerc in fourth place and the third with Carlos Sainz, sixth. It is the third consecutive time that the Monegasque has missed out on the front row by a margin of thousandths: 84 to Oscar Piastri in second and 49 off third placed Lando Norris. On his only run in Q3, it was a few tenths lost in the middle sector that prevented Carlos from being right behind his team-mate, so that Sergio Perez splits the Ferrari duo.
Costly red flag. The red flag triggered by Logan Sargeant at the beginning of Q1 worked against the Ferrari pair. The American hit the barriers at the final corner when Charles and Carlos were coming to the end of the second sector on what should have been the one lap needed to make the cut to Q2. It meant they had to go again with another set of new Soft tyres. Therefore, they only had one new set of these tyres for the next two phases, so they could only do a single run in Q3, whereas the other drivers had two sets available. In Q3, Charles posted a time of 1’29”542 on his only run, while Carlos stopped the clocks in 1’29”850.
A long and complicated race. Tomorrow’s race is going to be tough, given that the hot conditions suggest more than one pit stop will be needed. Limiting tyre degradation will be vital, ready to deal with any scenario and making the most of starting ahead of the team’s closest opponents in the battle for second in the Constructors’ championship.
Charles Leclerc #16
I’m happy with my lap, because it was the maximum we could have done today. We lost the most in sector 1, so we will look into that and try to understand what we can work on to improve. With the warm temperatures here this year, the risk of overheating is higher than usual, which means that tyre management and strategy will be key tomorrow. Red Bull have been very fast all weekend and McLaren seem to have a similar race pace as we do, so it will be important to get the start right.
Carlos Sainz #55
It was a difficult qualifying today. We knew before coming here that this track would expose our weakness a bit more and, with its high speed characteristics and long corners, we knew it was never going to be easy. I’ve tried many different things and set-ups since yesterday, with the aim of putting the car in a better place, but it clearly didn’t work. I didn’t do a good lap in Q3 either, so we’ll start P6 tomorrow. We’ll fight to get some good points tomorrow and we’ll be ready to grab any opportunities.
Frédéric Vasseur, Team Principal
Today’s result is not too bad, but our session started on the back foot in Q1 as we wasted a set of Softs because of the red flag triggered by Sargeant. It meant both our drivers had just one new set of tyres each for Q3 and so they had to give it their best shot on just one run and Charles managed to get within eight hundredths of the front row. It’s been clear from the start of the weekend that, apart from Red Bull, McLaren also has excellent pace, but ours was not bad on Friday and in qualifying, with lower temperatures than in the morning free practice, we were in better shape, even if it’s generally much hotter than usual this year in Suzuka. We are starting ahead of our closest rivals in the fight for second place in the Constructors’ championship and we must make the most of our grid positions. So we will be looking for a clean start in order to run a strategy that allows us to look after our tyres. We continue to bring updates to our car, as we want to fight all the way to the very end. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-qualifying-report | 2024-01-01T05:38:10Z |
WASHINGTON -- Jayson Tatum scored 25 points and Jaylen Brown added 24 to lead the NBA-best Boston Celtics over San Antonio 134-101 on Sunday, stretching their win streak to six games.
Kristaps Porzingis added 14 points and a game-high nine rebounds for the Celtics, who improved to 26-6.
Boston also got 17 points from Derrick White, who spent five seasons with San Antonio before joining the Celtics in a 2022 trade. He heard chants of "White's an All-Star" from the Texas fans.
"I've got a lot of respect for the fans here, great memories here," White said. "I'm just thankful."
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Boston outscored the Spurs 40-23 in the third quarter to pull away for good.
"Just had that mindset of third quarter is important and coming out ready to go," White said. "We finished the first half well and kept it going from there."
Tatum made 10-of-17 shots from the floor, 5-of-10 from 3-point range, while Brown went 9-of-13 from the floor, hitting both 3-point attempts, and 4-of-6 from the free throw line.
French 19-year-old rookie star center Victor Wembanyama, the 7-foot-4 (2.24m) top pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, scored 21 points and grabbed seven rebounds for the host Spurs, who fell to 5-27.
Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram each scored 26 points and the host New Orleans Pelicans avenged an In-Season Tournament (IST) semi-final loss by ripping the Los Angeles Lakers 129-109.
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Ingram also contributed eight assists, five rebounds, three steals and two blocked shots while Williamson added six assists and four rebounds for the Pelicans, who improved to 19-14 with all five starters scoring in double figures.
A day after his 39th birthday, LeBron James led the Lakers with 34 points while adding eight assists and five rebounds. Anthony Davis netted 20 points with 10 rebounds for the Lakers, who humbled the Pelicans 133-89 on their way to the IST crown earlier this month.
Japan's Rui Hachimura was sidelined by a calf injury after starting for the Lakers, playing only eight minutes.
- Thunder win streak at 4 -
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 24 points to lead Oklahoma City over visiting Brooklyn 124-108 for a fourth consecutive triumph.
The Canadian guard hit 7-of-15 from the floor and all nine free throws to pace five starters scoring in double figures for the Thunder, who at 22-9 pulled two games back of Western Conference leader Minnesota.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Phoenix's Kevin Durant scored 31 points while Bradley Beal added 25 and Devin Booker had 21 to spark the host Suns over Orlando 112-107.
The Magic, paced by Paolo Banchero's 28 points, used a 21-8 rally in the third quarter to erase a Suns lead, but shot only 3-for-13 in the final 7:30 to fall.
"They made us work a little bit harder than we wanted to but that's what we need right now," Beal said after his highest-scoring game since arriving in a deal with Washington.
"I'm just trying to figure out my way with the guys. I'm not here to step on any toes but at the same time I'm here for a reason. I've got to be aggressive. I've got to be me. I came out tonight being aggressive and thankfully we got a great win out of it.
"We've got to be better on defense, got to clean that up, but we've got some good mojo, some good juices going into the new year."
Trae Young scored 40 points and passed off 13 assists to spark Atlanta's 130-126 triumph at Washington. The Wizards (6-26) had 38 points from Kyle Kuzma in a losing cause. Dejounte Murray had 32 for the Hawks (13-19).
Domantas Sabonis had a triple double with 13 points, 21 rebounds and 12 assists while Malik Monk came off the Sacramento bench to score a game-high 27 points as the Kings won 123-92 at Memphis.
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Russian fighter Nurmagomedov suspended for nine months
UFC Champion Nurmagomedov defeated Ireland's Conor McGregor during the UFC 229 tournament in Las Vegas on the night of October 6, 2018, defending his lightweight title with a choke in the 4th round of the fight. After the fight, Nurmagomedov incited a mass brawl, TASS reported.
The Russian fighter will have to pay a $500,000 fine as well. The suspension is retroactive, starting from October 10, 2018. It is reported that the suspension period may be knocked down to six months, if the Russian agrees to release a public service announcement, in which he denounces violence and bullying.
Russian fighters Zubaira Tukhugov and Abubakar Nurmagomedov, who also participated in the post-fight brawl, both received one-year suspensions and have to pay a $25,000 fine each.
On April 8, 2018, Khalib Nurmagomedov defeated his US opponent Al Iaquinta in a five-round fight for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) lightweight belt in New York. The Russian defeated his opponents in all of his 27 fights. | https://en.inform.kz/news/russian-fighter-nurmagomedov-suspended-for-nine-months_a3493077/ | 2024-01-01T05:38:14Z |
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WASHINGTON - Former US Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, a Democrat who retired from the House of Representatives after 30 years in office, died at 88, her family said on social media on Sunday (Dec 31).
Johnson, who represented a district in Texas that includes downtown Dallas, was the first person of colour to serve as Chair of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology and was the oldest member of the House when she left office in January 2023.
"She was a remarkable and loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother, as well as a trailblazer and public servant," her son, Kirk Johnson, wrote on Facebook.
President Joe Biden said Johnson had "unwavering" dedication to the people of North Texas, adding that he was grateful for their "friendship and partnership" from working together throughout her 30 years in Congress.
House of Representatives Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries in a statement said that in 1992 Johnson became the first registered nurse elected to the US House of Representatives and the first African American to serve in Congress from North Texas.
"Congresswoman Johnson was a trailblazing icon, transformational public servant and legendary member of the Congressional Black Caucus," Jeffries said.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson said in a statement that as representative, Eddie Bernice Johnson authored and co-authored more than 177 bills that became law as she fought for her communities and residents.
"She was the single most effective legislator Dallas has ever had," the mayor wrote in the statement posted on social media platform X, previously known as Twitter.
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Elon Musk's X gets another valuation cut from Fidelity - Axios
Fidelity has again marked down the value of its shares in X Holdings, which the mutual fund giant helped Elon Musk buy for $44 billion when the company was known as Twitter, Axios reported on Sunday.
Fidelity believes that X is worth 71.5% less than at the time of purchase, the report added, citing a new disclosure that runs through the end of November 2023.
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Putin delivers New Year address to nation, calls for unity
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:35 AM2024-01-01T10:35:20+5:302024-01-01T10:40:07+5:30
Moscow, Jan 1 Russian President Vladimir Putin while delivering New Year address has called for the national unity. ...
Moscow, Jan 1 Russian President Vladimir Putin while delivering New Year address has called for the national unity.
"We have proven time and time again that we can solve even the most difficult problems, and we will never back down, because there is no force that can divide us, make us forget the memory and faith of our fathers, or stop our development," he said, Xinhua news agency reported.
The president also wished Russian families all the best. "We are one country, one big family," he said.
"We will ensure the confident development of the fatherland, the well-being of our citizens, and we will become even stronger," said Putin.
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It’s time for the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, where the air temperature is 27 and the track is at 44.
Start. Carlos gets off the line perfectly and makes up one place to run fifth behind Charles. There’s contact further back and the Safety Car comes out while debris is cleared off the track.
Lap 5. The race resumes.
Lap 13. When Oscar Piastri pits, Charles and Carlos move up to third and fourth.
Lap 18. Charles pits for Medium tyres and rejoins eighth.
Lap 19. Carlos pits for another set of Medium tyres, rejoining eighth behind Leclerc, who then moves up to sixth, passing Fernando Alonso.
Lap 20. Charles passes Esteban Ocon for fifth.
Lap 21. Sainz passes Ocon for sixth.
Lap 24. George Russell pits for fresh tyres and Ferrari is back in fourth and fifth places.
Lap 35. Charles pits for Hard tyres, rejoining sixth followed by Hamilton. Carlos is momentarily second when Norris and Piastri pit.
Lap 38. Now Carlos pits and rejoins sixth behind Hamilton. Charles is up to fifth.
Lap 45. Leclerc passes Russell for fourth.
Lap 49. Sainz passes Russell for sixth.
Lap 53. And so it ends: Charles is fourth, Carlos sixth and Ferrari claws back another four points on Mercedes in the Constructors’ classification. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-race | 2024-01-01T05:38:16Z |
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Russian scientists to synthesize 114th, 115th elements of Mendeleev's Periodic Table
The world's first Super-Heavy Element Factory (the DC-280 accelerator) was launched at the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research in December last year. The facility will help scientists synthesize and study new elements of Mendeleev's Periodic Table of Chemical Elements, TASS reports.
Today work has been actually launched at the world's major nuclear physics centers to synthesize the 119th, 120th and 121st elements. The Joint Institute for Nuclear Research expects the Super-Heavy Element Factory to help it be the first to obtain these chemical elements.
"Now the lab is ready and a new accelerator was launched in December. Its intensity is ten times higher than the intensity that was until now... If everything proceeds as we are planning, in April we will stage an experiment, which we already held before, for the synthesis of the 114th and 115th elements but only in this experiment there will be a hundred times more these heavy atoms. This is what all this (the new lab) was done for. This is the so-called demonstration experiment: to obtain what you have already done but in a new quantity. This will be the first step," Oganesyan said during events devoted to the opening of the Year of Mendeleev's Periodic Table.
At the end of the year, the laboratory will be ready for synthesizing the 119th element, he said.
"What interest does the 119th element evoke? The 118th is the last element in its row and the 119th is the first in a new row. So, will there be a big difference between them, a big leap? This has to be found," the scientist said.
All the chemical elements heavier than the uranium are obtained in nuclear reactors or synthesized with the help of accelerators when the nuclei of other elements collide with each other. Element 119 tentatively called the ununennium will be the first in the 8th period of Mendeleev's Table after it is synthesized.
The UN General Assembly has proclaimed the year 2019 as the International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements, which is vivid demonstration of the periodic law discovered by Russian scientist Dmitry Mendeleev in 1869. This discovery will mark 150 years in 2019. The International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements is being officially opened on January 29 in Paris. | https://en.inform.kz/news/russian-scientists-to-synthesize-114th-115th-elements-of-mendeleev-s-periodic-table_a3492900/ | 2024-01-01T05:38:20Z |
Rockets fired at Israel on New Year, Hamas claims responsibility
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:08 AM2024-01-01T10:08:47+5:302024-01-01T10:10:09+5:30
Tel Aviv, Jan 1 Around 20 rockets were fired at Israel on Monday morning, however no causalities were ...
Tel Aviv, Jan 1 Around 20 rockets were fired at Israel on Monday morning, however no causalities were reported during in the attack.
Hamas has claimed responsibility for the attack saying that its Al-Qassam Brigades fired the rockets.
“Right now... Al-Qassam Brigades are bombarding the city of Tel Aviv and its outskirts with a barrage of 'M90' rockets in response to Zionist massacres against civilians,” Hamas said in a Telegram post.
The rocket alarms were sounded in the Gaza border area and central Israel including Bat Yam and Holon. However, sirens were not sounded in Tel Aviv.
Israel launched a ground offensive inside Gaza on October 27 after Hamas attacked Israel in a surprise attack on October 7 in which 1200 Israelis were killed and over 200 were taken hostage.
Since the outbreak of hostilities, at least 21,822 Palestinians have been killed mostly being children and women while 56,451 Palestinians have been injured.
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Scuderia Ferrari leaves Japan with 20 points, courtesy of a fourth place for Charles Leclerc and a sixth for Carlos Sainz, thereby closing the gap to Mercedes in the fight for second place in the Constructors’ classification. Today, on a track that was always going to be a stern test for the SF-23, the team managed to get everything out of its package with a tidy, error-free race.
Race. At the start, Charles maintained fourth place and Carlos had a brilliant getaway to get ahead of Sergio Perez for fifth. The two Ferrari stayed in line astern even after the first pit stop, which came on lap 17 for Charles and next time round for Carlos. In the second stint, the fight was joined with Mercedes. On lap 34 Leclerc made his second stop to switch to Hard tyres, followed in by Lewis Hamilton, while George Russell stayed out, adopting a one-stop strategy. Carlos was due to stop next time round, but the team worked out that Hamilton would have emerged ahead of the number 55 Ferrari so the Spaniard’s stint was lengthened so that he would have fresher Hards in the closing stages, when his rival’s tyres would suffer a performance drop. Charles passed Russell easily to retake fourth place, while Carlos made up the ten seconds that separated him from Hamilton, catching him just as Lewis came up behind his team-mate. The two Mercedes swapped places and two laps later Sainz also passed Russell to set off in pursuit of Hamilton. However, in the final three laps Carlos could not get past and had to settle for sixth place.
A break before Qatar. The Championship resumes in a fortnight’s time with the second Qatar Grand Prix taking place at the Losail track on 8 October.
Charles Leclerc #16
It was a good race and, even though I am not completely happy with a P4, we brought home the best possible result today as McLaren were strong and we just didn’t have the pace to fight them harder. I had a fun battle with George (Russell), who did a great job in managing his tyres, especially the rears, which made it challenging to pass him. I took the opportunity to pass him in turn 1 when I saw a gap and it worked out well.
We improved our understanding of this car and what we’ve learned will be useful in the future. It will be interesting to see how our competitors progress in the upcoming races.
Carlos Sainz #55
I think today we had better pace than the result suggests. We had a very good start and we were quick straight away. During the first two stints I managed my tyres well and had good pace, but we got undercut by Lewis (Hamilton) after the second stop and that compromised my race. I tried to extend my stint to have better tyres at the end and gave everything to close the gap quickly. Unfortunately, the race was a couple of laps too short for me today and we had to settle for sixth.
As always, we will analyse the whole weekend when we are back home to see if we could have done something differently, but on the positive side I think the pace was there today. We will regroup and recharge our batteries before heading off to Qatar.
Frédéric Vasseur - Team Principal
First of all, congratulations to Red Bull for winning the Constructors’ title. They have done a great job this season. As for our race, I think we did the most we could have done today, making up another four points on Mercedes.
At a track we knew would be difficult for our car, we always had our situation under control: Charles did well to manage his tyres, while after Carlos was undercut by Lewis (Hamilton), we decided to extend his stint on the Mediums, hoping to get the benefit towards the end. It's very close between ourselves, Mercedes and McLaren and the order can change depending on the track, as we saw in Singapore.
Obviously, we can’t be happy with a fourth and a sixth place but, having gained some ground on our closest rivals, we will stay focussed and prepare to give our very best at the upcoming races. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-race-report | 2024-01-01T05:38:23Z |
Team effort. Leclerc went on to talk about his role in the Marina Bay win. “Of course the interests of Ferrari always come first and so it was clear from after qualifying that I would have to be ready to help Carlos. The fact we managed to get this win motivates and pushes me even more to do well, because I want to stand on the top step of the podium as soon as possible too.”
Competitive. It’s hard to predict what’s possible for the team this weekend. “We will probably have a clearer idea after free practice,” added Charles. “Because in Singapore, we went well, but the team that’s dominating the season had a bad weekend, while our other rivals were very close as usual. Our approach here does not change: we will work on every detail with the aim of scoring as many points as possible.” | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-thursday-leclerc | 2024-01-01T05:38:23Z |
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S. Korea to push for 4th Moon-Kim summit to set stage for denuclearization
The Moon-Kim summit, if held, will mark the fourth of its kind since the two leaders first met in April 2018 at the border village of Panmunjom inside the heavily fortified Demilitarized Zone. They met again in May and September.
"An inter-Korean summit will naturally be the next step following the second North Korea-U.S. summit," an official from Seoul's presidential office Cheong Wa Dae said, while speaking on condition of anonymity.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said his meeting with Kim will likely be held before the end of this month, while U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the second Trump-Kim summit will be held in Asia.
The exact date and venue of the meeting were expected to be announced early this week.
The first Trump-Kim meeting was held in Singapore in June, in which the leaders agreed to fully denuclearize North Korea in exchange for security guarantees for Pyongyang.
Seoul believes the second U.S.-North Korea summit will set further details of the denuclearization process, possibly including a timeline for each denuclearization step supposed to be taken by the communist state, along with corresponding measures by the U.S.
"I believe they will begin coordinating topics for the summit in order to draft a joint declaration (of Trump and Kim)," Suh Hoon, head of the National Intelligence Service, was quoted as saying earlier, suggesting the possibility of a new or refined denuclearization agreement between the U.S. and North Korea.
Moon has repeatedly vowed efforts to help ensure the success of denuclearization talks between the U.S. and North Korea, partly through his own meetings with the reclusive North Korean leader.
Cheong Wa Dae officials say nothing has been set for a fourth Moon-Kim summit but that it will begin to be pursued soon after the Lunar New Year's Day, a traditional holiday celebrated in both Koreas, and more after the second U.S.-North Korea summit.
"It will likely be held after the second North Korea-U.S. summit, but it will certainly help move the denuclearization process forward if held," an official said, asking not to be identified.
What is unique about the next Moon-Kim summit is that it will likely be held in Seoul, which would make Kim the first North Korean leader to visit the South's capital at least since the end of the 1950-53 Korean War.
Kim agreed to visit Seoul in his third and latest summit with Moon held in Pyongyang.
The fourth Moon-Kim summit was originally set to be held last year.
In a letter he sent to Moon late last year, the North Korean leader reaffirmed his willingness to denuclearize the Korean Peninsula and make a reciprocal visit to South Korea, Moon said earlier. | https://en.inform.kz/news/s-korea-to-push-for-4th-moon-kim-summit-to-set-stage-for-denuclearization_a3494558/ | 2024-01-01T05:38:27Z |
Security situation in Anglophone regions has improved: Cameroon President
By IANS | Published: January 1, 2024 10:16 AM2024-01-01T10:16:22+5:302024-01-01T10:20:11+5:30
New Delhi, Jan 1 The security situation in Cameroon's Anglophone regions of Northwest and Southwest has improved, said ...
New Delhi, Jan 1 The security situation in Cameroon's Anglophone regions of Northwest and Southwest has improved, said Cameroonian President Paul Biya.
"Thanks to the people's active cooperation with our defense and security forces, the situation in the Northwest and Southwest has improved significantly. It is now possible to calmly implement the reconstruction and development plans for the said regions," Biya said in a televised address, Xinhua news agency reported.
The president said "an increasing number" of fighters have laid down their arms and joined government-run disarmament centers, urging residents in the troubled regions to continue to cooperate with government forces.
"For those who persist in criminal activity, they must know that our firm determination to ensure the security of our fellow citizens will never falter," he added
The armed separatist conflict has been going on in the two Anglophone regions since 2017. The separatists want to break away from the majority of French-speaking Cameroon and create an independent nation.
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Pitfalls. Sainz then went into more detail as to why this track could make life difficult for him and for Charles. “This track has high speed corners and you run with medium-low downforce, which has usually shown up the limitations of the SF-23,” he said. “Also, it can be windy here, which our car does not like, as it’s handling is very sensitive to variations. However, in recent races, we have learned a lot on how to maximise the potential of our package and I’m confident we will be able to do that here too. Then we can look at the time sheets and know where we are in terms of being competitive.”
A special country. Carlos also spoke about why he loves Japan so much: “First and foremost it’s the people, there are so many fans and they do everything they can to make you feel their support, the cities are beautiful and the food is really amazing.” | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/japanese-grand-prix-2023-thursday-sainz | 2024-01-01T05:38:30Z |
China's manufacturing activity slows in December in latest sign the economy is still struggling
BANGKOK (AP) — A survey of factory managers in China shows that manufacturing contracted in December in the latest sign the world’s No. 2 economy remains sluggish.
The official purchasing managers index, or PMI, fell to 49 last month in what officials said was evidence of weak demand, the National Bureau of Statistics reported on Sunday. It was the third straight month of contraction. The PMI is on a scale up to 100 where 50 marks the cutoff between expansion and contraction.
The index has fallen in eight of the past nine months, with an increase only in September. In November, the index was at 49.4, down from 49.5 the month before.
Despite unexpectedly prolonged weakness after the pandemic, China’s economy grew at a 5.2% pace in the first three quarters of the year and showed signs of improvement in November, with factory output and retail sales rising.
In recent months, the government has raised spending on construction of ports and other infrastructure, cut interest rates and eased curbs on home-buying to try to stimulate the domestic demand that economists say is needed to sustain growth.
In his New Year speech, leader Xi Jinping said China had achieved a “smooth transition” from the country's response to the pandemic, which at times involved the shut downs of factories and parts of or entire cities.
China's economy has become “more resilient and dynamic than before,” Xi said in remarks carried by the official Xinhua News Agency.
Global demand for manufactured goods has suffered as central banks around the world have raised interest rates to battle decades-high rates of inflation. Price pressures have eased in recent months, but demand has yet to rebound to prepandemic levels. That has ramifications across the region since supply chains linked to China are scattered across many Asian countries.
China's non-manufacturing PMI rose in December to 50.4, the statistics bureau reported. The service sector PMI sub-index was 49.3, however, unchanged from November's reading.
Despite a slump in the housing market brought about by a crackdown on excess borrowing by property developers, the construction industry is thriving: the sub-index for that sector climbed to 56.9 in December, well into expansionary territory, from 55 in November, the report said. | https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chinas-manufacturing-activity-slows-december-050115568.html | 2024-01-01T05:38:30Z |
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Violence-linked fatalities in Pakistan hit six-year high in 2023, says report
By ANI | Published: January 1, 2024 10:19 AM2024-01-01T10:19:16+5:302024-01-01T10:20:07+5:30
Islamabad [Pakistan], January 1 : Pakistan witnessed 1,524 violence-related fatalities and 1,463 injuries in the year 2023, from 789 ...
Islamabad [Pakistan], January 1 : Pakistan witnessed 1,524 violence-related fatalities and 1,463 injuries in the year 2023, from 789 terror attacks and counter-terror operations, including nearly 1,000 fatalities among civilians and security forces personnel, Dawn reported.
The number of overall fatalities, including those of outlaws, marks a record six-year high, exceeding the 2018 level and the highest since 2017. Moreover, the country saw a surge in violence for the third consecutive year, with an uptick recorded each year beginning in 2021.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces were the primary centres of violence, accounting for over 90 per cent of all fatalities and 84 per cent of attacks, including incidents of terrorism and security forces operations, recorded during this period. Punjab and Sindh were relatively peaceful, as together, both provinces suffered only 8 per cent of all fatalities in 2023.
These were the key findings of the annual security report issued by the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS), Dawn reported.
The report stated that the year 2023 recorded an alarming surge in violence by about 56 per cent an unprecedented escalation in the last 10 years, with the overall number of fatalities increasing from 980 in 2022 to 1,524 in 2023. This includes a staggering 57 per cent uptick recorded in Balochistan and 55 per cent in KP.
Punjab saw a 96 per cent rise in violence, though the number of fatalities was very low, followed by Sindh where the fatalities increased by 26 per cent.
"Nearly 65 per cent of all violence-related fatalities recorded in 2023 resulted from terrorism, while the remaining 35 per cent from the security forces operations against the outlaws. The country suffered as many as 586 terror attacks this year [2023], with only 17 per cent of them claimed by the banned terror outfits such as TTP, BLA, Daish (Islamic State Khorasan) and others. The security forces conducted as many as 197 operations against outlaws leaving 545 of them dead," Dawn quoted the report.
An alarming upsurge in sectarian violence was recorded. In 2023, acts of terrorism directed at religious communities and their places of worship resulted in the tragic loss of 203 lives, 88 of whom were security officials.
Dawn cited another report, released by an Islamabad-based think tank Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), which stated that Pakistan witnessed another year of an unprecedented surge in terrorist attacks as the country saw a staggering 69 per cent rise in attacks, an 81 per cent increase in resultant deaths, and a 60 per cent surge in the number of wounded.
"The year 2023 witnessed at least 641 terrorist attacks across the country in which 974 people were killed and 1,351 injured. The year 2022 had witnessed 380 terrorist attacks resulting in 539 deaths and 836 injuries...By combining terrorist attacks and security forces actions the country saw over one thousand violent incidents in which 1,511 people were killed and 1,440 injured," the report added.
As for terrorist attacks, the PICSS database shows that the average number of terrorist attacks per month rose from 32 in 2022 to 53 attacks per month in 2023, which is the highest monthly average in any year after 2015.
KP saw the highest number of terrorist attacks and resultant casualties during 2023. PICSS recorded 419 terrorist attacks in KP in which 620 people were killed, including 306 security forces personnel, 222 civilians, and 92 terrorists, while 977 were injured, including 525 security forces personnel, 402 civilians, and 50 terrorists.
Within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, more violence was recorded from mainland KP than the newly merged districts (erstwhile Fata) as the mainland KP witnessed 235 terrorist attacks in which 336 people were killed including 213 security forces personnel, 67 civilians, and 56 terrorists while 589 were injured including 383 security forces personnel, 163 civilians and 43 terrorists. There was an 84 per cent increase in terrorist attacks in mainland KP.
The newly merged districts of KP (erstwhile FATA) faced 184 terrorist attacks, in which 284 people were killed, including 155 civilians, 93 security forces personnel, and 36 terrorists, while 388 were injured, including 239 civilians, 142 security forces personnel, and seven terrorists. The region witnessed a 59 per cent rise in terrorist attacks in 2023 compared with 2022.
According to Dawn, Balochistan faced at least 170 terrorist attacks, in which 285 people were killed, including 151 civilians, 114 security forces personnel, and 20 terrorists, while 388 people were injured, including 195 civilians, 99 security forces personnel, and four terrorists. The rise in terrorist attacks in Balochistan was 65 per cent in 2023, compared with 2022.
Sindh also saw a 40 per cent rise in terrorist attacks in 2023 as 35 such incidents were reported from the province in which 39 people died, including 22 civilians, 11 security forces personnel, and six terrorists, while 35 people were injured, including 24 security forces personnel, ten civilians and one terrorist .
An unprecedented rise in terrorist activities was witnessed in Punjab, where 14 terrorist attacks were reported in 2023 compared to three in 2022.
In Punjab, 20 people were killed in terrorist attacks, including 14 terrorists, four security forces personnel, and two civilians, while 14 people were injured, including eight civilians, five security forces personnel, and one terrorist, Dawn reported.
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Sadriddin Akhmedov wins WBC Youth World Champion title
ASTANA. KAZINFORM 20-year-old Kazakhstani boxer Sadriddin Akhmedov (7-0, 7KO) has grabbed the title of the WBC Youth World Champion in super-welterweight, Kazinform learnt from SPORTINFORM.
The bout held in Casino de Montréal (Montreal, Canada) ended with Akhmedov's ahead-of-time win over Mexican boxer Abraham Juárez (13-2, 5KO) in the fourth round. | https://en.inform.kz/news/sadriddin-akhmedov-wins-wbc-youth-world-champion-title_a3492132/ | 2024-01-01T05:38:34Z |
Giovanni P. Timpano is an Italian comic book artist active mainly on the American market. He makes his debut in 2013 for Dynamite on “The Shadow”, which he draws — between the regular series, various miniseries and one-shot specials — for 5 years, ending his run with the 2017 crossover “The Shadow/Batman”. For Dynamite he also works on “Lone Ranger”, “Green Hornet”, “Justice Inc.” and “Vampirella”. In 2016 he creates with Zack Kaplan the 16-issue limited series “Eclipse”, published by Image Comics. In 2020 he begins his collaboration with Activision on the in-game comics for the videogame “Call of Duty Mobile”, working on both short stories and illustrations for events such as “Warzone” and “Cold War”. He is currently drawing his first Italian comic book, written by Italian director Fabio Guaglione and published by Panini Comics. | https://www.ferrari.com/en-CA/formula1/articles/las-vegas-grand-prix-2023-cover-art | 2024-01-01T05:38:36Z |
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