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AA road safety spokesperson Dylan Thomsen said that the longer-term picture showed that tragic incidents continued to cast a severe shadow over the country's roads.
"Any year where the road toll is lower than the previous one is positive, but we are still tracking at nearly a death every day.
"This is still well above the number of road deaths there were a decade ago."
In 2013, there were only 253 road deaths, compared to recent years where numbers have consistently been in the 300's.
The number of road deaths in recent years has not reflected the government's Road to Zero aspirations of reducing deaths and serious injuries by 40 percent from 2018 levels by 2030, said Thomsen.
"This year will be the halfway point of the Road To Zero strategy and it has struggled to make much progress so far.
"New Zealand can and should be doing better. If we had the same per capita rate of road deaths as in Australia there would have been less than 250 people killed in New Zealand this year."
Thomsen said some key actions to make roads safer were consistent high-levels of testing for drunk driving, introducing roadside drug testing, more use of alcohol interlocks in vehicles of high-risk drunk drivers and upgrades and improvements to highways.
He said an increased breath alcohol testing campaign by police last year saw more than 2.6 million tests were carried out in the 2022/23 period.
That eclipsed the 1.6 million total for the previous annual period.
"That was hugely encouraging - the police have a target of 3 million tests a year, and we're hopeful this is the start of an upward trend that will see them hitting that mark every year.
"Breath testing has an important role to play in road safety - a high police presence is a strong deterrent for would-be drunk drivers and a safety net there to catch those who have had too much to drink."
A study recently published by the AA Research Foundation, The Safety Benefits of New Roads, analysed and compared crash numbers of old and new roads at seven locations where new highways were built.
It showed on average there was a 37 percent drop in deaths and serious injuries on both the new and old roads compared to when there was a single route.
"This research shows the value in new or upgraded roads which have that have been designed for modern traffic conditions and have features such as safety barriers," said Thomsen.
"They have a real impact on the outcomes of crashes."
Police said that crashes continued to be a leading cause of death and the current holiday road deaths was currently 15 with two days still remaining.
They said the country had already equalled last year's number of deaths in the same holiday season.
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When Taylor Swift released “When Emma Falls in Love” earlier this year, fans surmised that the track was about her pal Emma Stone — and the actress continues to refuse to confirm or deny this theory.
“You have to ask her,” Stone, 35, replied during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, which aired in the U.K. on Sunday, December 31, when host Graham Norton wondered whether the idea held any weight.
This isn’t the first time the Curse actress, who’s a longtime friend of Swift, 34, had been asked to weigh in on the theory. At the Poor Things movie premiere earlier this month, Stone played coy with the same response to the question posed by Entertainment Weekly. (Swift was later spotted supporting Stone at the event.)
The track, a bonus “From the Vault” song off of Swift’s Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) album, has had fans wondering since its July release whether it’s about Stone as several lyrics seem to reference the actress.
In the first verse, Swift sings, “When Emma falls in love, she calls up her mom / Jokes about the ways that this one could go wrong. She waits and takes her time / ‘Cause Little Miss Sunshine always thinks it’s gonna rain.”
Listeners speculated that the “little miss sunshine” lyric was a nod to Stone’s iconic Easy A scene where she sang Natasha Bedingfield’s “Pocketful of Sunshine.”
In the chorus, Swift sings, “To tell you the truth, sometimes I wish I was her,” which led listeners to point to a 2011 interview where Swift admitted she would want to be Stone “for a day.”
“She’s one of my really, really good friends and she’s so funny,” Swift gushed at the time, adding, “If I could be that funny for a day that would be amazing, so I would be Emma.”
Fans also wondered whether the lyrics were in reference to Stone’s ex Andrew Garfield or Kieran Culkin — or if the song isn’t about romance at all but a tribute to friendship. Whether or not the track is inspired by Stone, it’s clear that she and Swift have maintained a close bond after initially meeting in 2008 at the Young Hollywood Awards.
“We just kept in touch ever since and became great friends,” Stone said on Sunday.
Elsewhere in the interview, Stone admitted she’s been to three of Swift’s Eras Tour stops “so far,” and recalled watching the concert in Phoenix, Arizona.
“What was very special about the first night of her tour was I had no idea what to expect, obviously, because it was night one,” Stone said, adding that Swift worked alongside choreographer Mandy Moore for her tour, whom Stone had previously worked with during La La Land. “It was a bunch of lovely things all come together, and it was incredible to see.”
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SINGAPORE - The rain that fell across Singapore on the evening of Dec 31 did not hinder a crowd from forming in the Marina Bay area, with revellers determined to save a spot to catch the New Year fireworks.
Amid a drizzle that started from 5pm, people gathered in front of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands - a popular spot to catch the pyrotechnic display - with many pulling out umbrellas and raincoats.
Ms Kathy Lee, who works in finance, was with three friends. The 28-year-old said they arrived at 6pm with a mat, umbrellas and food for a picnic, adding: “I would be very disappointed if we had to go home after going through all that effort. But camping together in the rain is quite fun.”
Domestic helper Jossie Valdez, 50, was there since 5pm, and said she hoped the rain would stop. Last year, she had arrived at 8pm, only to find that there were no more choice spots to watch the fireworks.
“This year, I decided to come earlier to beat the crowd,” she said.
Earlier, the police had said that it would regulate the number of people entering certain areas, and by around 8pm, it had announced on its Facebook page that it would be closing access to selected waterfront areas, “to ensure public safety and prevent overcrowding”.
Eventually, entry to the Merlion Park, One Fullerton, Jubilee Bridge, Youth Olympic Park, The Lawn, Promontory Waterfront, Esplanade Waterfront, Fullerton Waterfront and the Marina Bay Sands Waterfront, were closed due to prevent overcrowding.
MRT trains also skipped Bayfront MRT station for around 20 minutes due to large crowds in the area.
Overcrowding had become a key concern during the festive period ever since the Itaewon Halloween crowd crush in October 2022. An estimated 100,000 revellers had squeezed into the popular nightlife area in Seoul, South Korea, killing 159 people and injuring 196.
In 2022, some 500,000 people turned up for the countdown at Marina Bay.
On Dec 31, enhanced security measures were in place for the night’s festivities, including flashing LED lights deployed by the police to illuminate pathways and guide crowds in the right direction, and drones equipped with lights and speakers for crowd control.
About 600 police officers donning body-worn cameras were deployed.
A map showing real-time crowd levels and closure areas at the various firework viewing spots, as well as how crowded MRT stations in the area were, went live at 7pm at https://go.gov.sg/crowd-at-marina-bay
As the night wore on, the rain eased, and clear skies provided the backdrop for the 12-minute fireworks display that illuminated the skyline and ushered in the new year.
Various events were also held in the heartland on Dec 31 to ring in the new year.
At Bukit Panjang, about 100 food delivery riders gathered for an afternoon of music, where they sang karaoke and listened to a live band. A grassroots leader also performed Beatbox, a form of vocal percussion.
Bukit Panjang MP Liang Eng Hwa said the event was organised to show appreciation for the delivery riders. He said: “This year has been challenging (for them) as the number of orders have dropped, and the weather has also been quite extreme lately.”
Ms Jennifer Hu, 38, who has been a food delivery rider for about three years, said she has been receiving fewer orders each day in 2023 compared to previous years during the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Maybe it’s because everyone can go out to eat without masks now... Sometimes I can wait one to two hours for an order to come in,” she said.
“I’m still hopeful that things will get better in the new year.”
Over in Sembawang, 5,000 residents turned up for a street party in Woodlands Ring Road which was closed to make way for the party and a carnival.
Rides in the carnival include a pirate ship, train rides, bouncing castle and an inflatable F1-themed play area spanning 23m.
Jugglers, mime artists and stilt walkers lined the street, performing for the crowd. A zone was also set aside for home-based businesses to showcase snacks such as muruku, pineapple tarts and nasi lemak.
Mr Muhammed Khaled Omar, 42, who was at the carnival with his wife and two children, said: “The atmosphere is very electrifying, because even though it’s late, everybody is so awake and having a good time, and it’s located in the heartland which makes it very convenient.”
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UConn vs. DePaul Predictions, BetMGM Promo Codes, & Picks: Spread, Total - January 2
Tuesday's contest between the No. 5 UConn Huskies (11-2, 1-1 Big East) and DePaul Blue Demons (3-9, 0-1 Big East) at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion has a projected final score of 82-63 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored UConn, so it should be a one-sided matchup. The game will start at 6:30 PM ET on January 2.
The game has no set line.
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UConn vs. DePaul Game Info & Odds
- Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- TV: Fox Sports 1
- Where: Storrs, Connecticut
- Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
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UConn vs. DePaul Score Prediction
- Prediction: UConn 82, DePaul 63
Spread & Total Prediction for UConn vs. DePaul
- Computer Predicted Spread: UConn (-19.1)
- Computer Predicted Total: 144.8
UConn has a 7-5-0 record against the spread so far this season compared to DePaul, who is 4-7-0 ATS. The Huskies are 6-6-0 and the Blue Demons are 4-7-0 in terms of hitting the over.
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UConn Performance Insights
- The Huskies' +244 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 18.8 points per game) is a result of scoring 83 points per game (37th in college basketball) while giving up 64.2 per outing (38th in college basketball).
- UConn wins the rebound battle by an average of 10.4 boards. It is pulling down 39.6 rebounds per game (68th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 29.2 per outing.
- UConn knocks down 8.1 three-pointers per game (127th in college basketball) at a 32.7% rate (223rd in college basketball), compared to the 6.1 per game its opponents make at a 35.1% rate.
- The Huskies rank seventh in college basketball by averaging 109 points per 100 possessions on offense, and defensively are 58th in college basketball, allowing 84.4 points per 100 possessions.
- UConn has come up on top in the turnover battle by 1.2 turnovers per game, committing 9.5 (30th in college basketball action) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
DePaul Performance Insights
- The Blue Demons' -102 scoring differential (being outscored by 8.5 points per game) is a result of putting up 66.9 points per game (331st in college basketball) while giving up 75.4 per outing (283rd in college basketball).
- DePaul falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.9 boards. It pulls down 31.3 rebounds per game (350th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 36.2.
- DePaul makes 6.9 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.2 on average.
- DePaul has lost the turnover battle on average this season, committing 13.3 per game (298th in college basketball) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
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The Rams looked like a veteran-heavy team entering the 2023 season. Matthew Stafford, older quarterback. Cooper Kupp, aging receiver. Sean McVay is a veteran coach. It looked like a team rolling out the same old stuff.
Another preseason narrative goes into the shredder. The best thing anyone could have done this fantasy season is prioritize a couple of emerging Rams right before the season, or in the first week of free agency.
The Rams escaped with a one-point win at the Giants on Sunday, and it was the fresh faces that paced the offense. Second-year running back Kyren Williams had 101 total yards and all three Los Angeles touchdowns, pushing to the top of fantasy's running back board. Rookie receiver Puka Nacua didn't break the game, but his 118 receiving yards were tops on the team. It was a fitting fantasy capper for two of the stories of the year.
Christian McCaffrey was probably the best fantasy player you could have rostered this year (an injury-clouded Week 17 to the side), but not everyone had a real chance at McCaffrey. He was an early pick in every room. If you were slotted late in the first round, he was never an option.
But anyone with summer intel to Williams or Nacua (or an aggressive FAAB tint in Week 1) was likely to land one of these guys, perhaps both. Williams and Nacua each had global ADPs outside the top 200 the final week of draft season and were unrostered in the majority of Yahoo leagues.
Nacua's signal was unavoidable in Week 1 — he threw a 10-catch, 119-yard masterpiece at the Seahawks. Williams was more subtle — although he had a pair of touchdowns, he managed a modest 52 yards on 15 carries. Cam Akers also had 22 rushes that day, though they went absolutely nowhere (29 yards), with a touchdown, too.
So after Week 1, we were wondering if Williams was good enough to take command of this job and if Nacua was good enough to hold onto significant market share even when Kupp (who would miss all of September) eventually returned.
An emphatic yes on both counts.
The Williams season had three parts to it. He rolled out an RB7, RB4, RB26. RB3, RB30 and RB2 opening to the year, before suffering an ankle injury in late October. Some shrewd fantasy managers might have traded for Williams while he was hurt, mindful of the delicious late-season schedule the Rams had waiting. Williams went into smash mode for the final third of the year, finishing RB1, RB9, RB18, RB5, RB11 and RB1 (in progress) the last six weeks.
That's what a league winner looks like.
Maybe Nacua isn't a grand slam like Williams, but he's still been a home run. He entered Week 17 as the WR7 in half-point PPR scoring (cumulative points), and the WR9 if you prefer a per-game average. He's had monster games with Kupp and without Kupp. It's amazing the Rams found this snappy rookie with the 177th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
It's been a quirky year for rookie pass catchers. Tight end Sam LaPorta is challenging for the TE1 spot, and Zay Flowers looks like a sure star. Jordan Addison and Rashee Rice have been reliable, Tank Dell was very good before a leg injury ended his year. Jayden Reed can play.
But there have been frustrating moments, too. Quentin Johnston might have been a first-round mistake. Jaxon Smith-Njigba has been part of a crowded and slightly underwhelming Seahawks offense. Marvin Mims Jr. teased us for weeks but never could do enough to get a Denver promotion. To be fair, Mims has made his share of rookie mistakes, too.
The LAR breakouts remind us that draft capital isn't the be-all and end-all. Williams was the 164th pick in the 2022 class, similar to where Nacua was taken last spring. No team is right with even the majority of its offensive evaluations, but if Sean McVay and Co. like a player, I'm at least going to take a second look.
And I know how important the September FAAB process often is. This year, there was a fantasy title, hiding in plain sight. You just needed to look west.
Other Week 17 Heroes
— It was no surprise to see mobile quarterbacks percolating to the top of the Week 17 leaderboard. To be fair, Lamar Jackson crushed Miami with his arm — five touchdown passes, 35 rushing yards. Looks like he'll lock up his second MVP before the ball drops in 2024. Hopefully, his second career playoff win isn't far behind. Jackson's 36.34 Yahoo points were easily tops for the position, with athletic maestros Justin Fields (313 total yards, two scores) and Kyler Murray (256 yards, three scores) settling in the 20s.
Josh Allen stands at QB5, and it was all from his legs — he only threw for 169 yards, but he ran 11 times for 44 yards and two scores. The Bills offense has been a strange watch since Joe Brady took over for Ken Dorsey.
— Arizona's stunning upset at Philadelphia had another hero: James Conner. He turned 27 touches into 133 yards and two scores. Volume and goal-line equity are wonderful things. If you kept the faith with Travis Etienne Jr. and De'Von Achane, you were rewarded. Etienne rushed for 102 yards and a couple of scores, and Achane was dynamic despite Miami's blowout loss, generating 137 total yards and a touchdown on 18 touches.
— Saturday night gave us a strong receiver push, with CeeDee Lamb (13-227-1) torching the Lions and Amon-Ra St. Brown (6-90-1) providing his usual drumbeat. They had name-brand company Sunday; Davante Adams was dominant (13-126-2) if you had the nerve to stick with him, DJ Moore (9-159-1) continues to click with Fields and Brandon Aiyuk (7-114-1) was part of San Francisco's expected get-back win at Washington.
Of course, there will always be plenty of receiver misses and disappointments; it's the ultimate boom/bust position. Tyreek Hill only posted a 6-76-0 line, not what we expect on 12 targets. He hasn't scored a touchdown since Week 13. The puzzling Stefon Diggs slump continued: four catches, 26 yards. His last spike came in Week 12; he's been a fantasy headache for two months. The Philadelphia passing touchdowns surprisingly went to Julio Jones (two) and Dallas Goedert (one), which meant A.J. Brown (4-53-0) and DeVonta Smith (3-30-0) came in well under their projections.
— Waiver-wire hawks were rewarded at tight end, where Juwan Johnson dominated at Tampa Bay (8-90-1) and Isaiah Likely picked up two touchdowns. It's also possible David Njoku (6-134-0) was scooped off the wire a few weeks back; he's looked like an All-Pro ever since Joe Flacco joined the Browns. Njoku would have had a much better game Thursday if the Jets fought back even a little bit.
As we send this piece to the editors, Travis Kelce is sitting on three targets, two catches, six yards. Other than Isiah Pacheco, no one on the Chiefs had a decent first half. Some things are too depressing to think about right now, but we'll have more Kansas City (and late-game thoughts) when I update this column later on Sunday.
I hope you get what you need. I hope you're planning a parade for the following week.
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India Declares Tehreek-e-Hurriyat ‘Unlawful’: A Move to Reinforce National Security
In a decisive move, the Indian Central Government has declared the Jammu and Kashmir-based organization Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH) as an ‘unlawful association’. This significant announcement was made under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), a legislation enacted by the Indian Parliament. The UAPA is primarily aimed at preventing activities that pose threats to the sovereignty and integrity of the nation and curbing associations implicated in acts of terrorism or unlawful conduct.
Implications of the Declaration
Designating TeH as an unlawful association implies that the government perceives the group to be involved in or supporting activities that pose a threat to national security and public order. This classification has severe implications for the organization, its members, and its operations. Legal restrictions and penalties associated with this category will now be imposed on TeH.
Role of UAPA
The UAPA’s power to designate associations as unlawful underscores its role as a crucial legislative tool to safeguard the nation’s integrity. This decision to classify TeH under UAPA reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to maintain law and order in the contentious region of Jammu and Kashmir, which has been a persistent focus of separatist movements and insurgency-related issues.
Context Behind the Decision
The decision is a result of TeH’s involvement in prohibited activities aimed at separating Jammu and Kashmir from India and establishing Islamic rule. The organization has been accused of spreading anti-India propaganda and engaging in terror-related activities to fuel secessionism in the region.
This move marks a significant development in India’s approach towards entities involved in activities that undermine national security, especially in the context of Jammu and Kashmir. It reasserts the government’s commitment to preserving the country’s unity and maintaining the rule of law in all its regions.
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Anglicare Tasmania wants the state government to provide it with $1.5 million over three years so it can tackle health issues associated with hoarders.
The social services body has called for the funding to be included in the 2024-25 state budget, arguing that hoarders not only struggle to maintain a healthy home, but are at risk of homelessness.
In a submission to the treasury department, Anglicare stated that it continued to receive numerous requests for assistance from family members of hoarders and the wider community about problems with hoarders.
An Anglicare worker detailed a request from a family member who said one hoarder's behaviour prevented them from seeing their grandchildren.
"Every surface to the house and shed is full and has spilled over to the yard," the family member said
"There is also animal hoarding. There are many other paid storage facilities being utilised outside the property, causing financial stress."
Another worker said one elderly man could not shower and cook at his property due to hoarding and relied on doing these things at other people's places.
Anglicare stated there was limited practical assistance in Tasmania for hoarders and no long-term assistance.
"Assistance, if available, is generally limited to intensive clean-up and rubbish removal, which provides little benefit to the client, the landlord and the community relative to the cost incurred," it said.
It has requested $1.5 million to fund a three-year pilot program to work with hoarders, including in its first year:
- $297,900 salaries and on-costs for two full-time-equivalent social worker specialists;
- $175,600 to fund services restore a healthy home environment
- and a $40,200 flexible fund to provide specialist cognitive behaviour therapy to clients.
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https://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/8473561/anglicare-tasmania-seeks-15-million-to-tackle-hoarding/
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Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel laments decision to keep LB Bradley Chubb on field late in blowout loss
BALTIMORE (AP) - The Miami Dolphins were playing out the final minutes of a particularly distasteful defeat Sunday when things went from bad to worse.
The first-string defense had already been humbled and beaten by the Baltimore Ravens when star linebacker Bradley Chubb dropped to the ground, flat on his back and unable to move because of a knee injury. A while later, the team's sack leader was lifted onto a cart and driven into the tunnel.
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel lamented his decision to keep Chubb on the field in the waning minutes of what became a 56-19 loss.
"In hindsight, I would have absolutely not wanted him out there if I knew he was going to get hurt, for sure," McDaniel said. "That´s a known part of the job that I understand fully. It doesn´t look very smart at all."
While it appears unlikely that the sixth-year pro will return to play this season, McDaniel grimaced and held out hope for a favorable diagnosis.
"We don´t have the information to find out what it is yet. We´ll be able to find out (Monday)," McDaniel said.
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel watches his team warm up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
All in all, it was a horrible day for a team intent on upsetting the Ravens and earning the top seed in the AFC.
"We came into this game with high hopes of playing to the standard we wanted to play," quarterback Tua Tagovailoa said. "When those standards aren´t met, it´s very disappointing."
The Dolphins fell behind by 22 points early in the third quarter, and a harried Tagovailoa couldn't make up the deficit in a lopsided setback that prevented Miami (11-5) from clinching the AFC East.
In a matchup between the teams with the two best records in the conference, Baltimore (13-3) dominated the Dolphins to earn a first-round bye and the opportunity to play every game at home in the postseason leading up to the Super Bowl.
If Miami can't beat visiting Buffalo next week, the Bills would win the AFC East title and the Dolphins would start the playoffs on the road.
Miami led 10-7 before the Ravens went on a 28-3 run bridging the second and third quarters. Last year, Tagovailoa rallied Miami from a 35-14 hole to a 42-38 victory.
But this Baltimore team would have none of that. Not only did the Ravens pick off two passes and finish with three sacks, but Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson ripped apart the Miami defense for 321 yards passing and five touchdowns.
Miami could still end up with the No. 2 seed in the AFC if it beats Buffalo. The Dolphins haven't finished atop the division since 2008 and have gone more than three decades without securing a top-two seed.
But they'll likely have to do it without Chubb, who has 11 sacks to go with 74 tackles, including six on Sunday before the injury.
"I want to say a big shout-out to Bradley Chubb," Tagovailoa said. "We´re thinking of you, brother, and we´re praying for you as well. It´s tough seeing one of our guys go down like that. It´s unfortunate."
Miami's top-ranked offense was without standout wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and workhorse running back Raheem Mostert, both of whom were inactive with injuries. Waddle ranks second on the team with 72 catches and 1,014 yards receiving, and last year he had 11 receptions for 171 yards and two TDs in Miami's win at Baltimore.
Tyreek Hill had six catches for 76 yards, but he also dropped a certain touchdown in the back of the end zone.
"I played probably one of the worst games of my career," Hill said. "As a leader of this team, just got to erase it and move forward."
In last year's game between these teams, the Ravens took a 35-14 lead into the fourth quarter. In this one, it was 35-13 before a touchdown pass from Tagovailoa to rookie running back De'Von Achane with 13:57 left gave Miami hope of mounting another rally.
But Baltimore subsequently rumbled 75 yards in seven plays to make it 42-19 with 9:38 remaining.
Tagovailoa was removed with just over four minutes remaining with a sore shoulder that he insisted was not an issue. At that point, it was pretty much time for the Dolphins to turn their attention toward the finale against Buffalo, a rematch of a game the Bills won 48-20 at home in October.
Except the defense remained on the field, and Chubb paid the price for playing during garbage time.
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Miami Dolphins running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (23) is upended by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Ronald Darby (28) during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill, bottom, lifts up Miami Dolphins linebacker Duke Riley, top, during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr., center, catches a touchdown pass against Baltimore Ravens safety Marcus Williams, left, and Roquan Smith, right, during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) catches a pass for a first down against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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Police said they were called to Addington Ave, in Manurewa, about 3.20am.
“Two males were found in a vehicle unresponsive,” a police spokesman said.
Police said there ws no immediate risk to public safety. However, members of the public were being told to avoid the area.
“Police are making inquiries into the incident.”
A Hato Hone St John spokeswoman confirmed they were also called to the scene at the same time.
“Our ambulance officers treated and transported two patients in a critical condition to Auckland City Hospital.”
One Addington Ave resident said people had been partying and letting off fireworks on the street all evening.
“We didn’t hear anything because people were letting off flares in the street,” he said.
“The first we heard of what happened was waking up and seeing the crime scene outside your door”
A large section of the road has been closed off by authorities and a scene guard was in place this morning.
The incident came just a few hours after a person was critically injured at another incident on the Mt Roskill Summit, on Dominion Rd, shortly before 1am.
St John confirmed they responded to the scene and treated and took one person to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition.
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India’s Legal Landscape Revolutionized: Colonial Era Criminal Laws Replaced
Marking a historic shift in India’s legal terrain, the Narendra Modi-led government has replaced the age-old Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.PC), Indian Penal Code (IPC), and the Indian Evidence Act with the Bharatiya Nyaya, Nagarik Surakhsha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Saakshya Adhineeyum respectively. This significant legal overhaul reflects the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) core objectives – the abrogation of Article 370, construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, and the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code.
Shedding the Colonial Yoke: The Decolonisation Project
The newly minted laws are part of the government’s ‘decolonisation project’ – an initiative aimed at eliminating remnants of colonial influence and establishing laws that are ‘purely Indian.’ The intent is to emphasize justice over punishment and to create legal codes that can endure into the next century, keeping pace with technological advancements. Among the notable changes is the replacement of the term ‘sedition’ with ‘deshdroha’ (offence against the country), and the definition of terrorism. New provisions have also been introduced to address mob lynching and threats to national unity.
Transforming the Criminal Justice System
In 2023, the Ministry of Home Affairs in India achieved several milestones, including passing three criminal law bills to overhaul the criminal justice system in the country. The laws approved by the President will replace colonial era laws. This transformation includes reducing the number of sections in each code, significantly amending specific sections, revising the CRPC and Evidence Act, and represents a paradigm shift in the Indian legal framework.
Criticism and Concerns
The new legal codes have not been without controversy. Critics describe the new laws as ‘draconian,’ asserting they could lead to police excesses. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Second Sanhita 2023 has raised particular concerns due to the proposed extension of the detention period in police custody from 15 to 60-90 days. This has sparked fears of an erosion of individual liberties and potential abuse of power. The democratic integrity of the legislative process has also been questioned in light of the government’s refusal to incorporate suggested amendments from the Standing Committee on the revision of the bill.
As India approaches an election year, these legal changes represent an ideological closure for the second Modi government. Political analysts predict these reforms could lead to a ‘Second Republic’ and a re-imagined India. However, the ultimate impact of these changes on India’s democratic fabric and the rights of its citizens remains to be seen.
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Penalties and missed opportunities doom Raiders in playoff-eliminating 23-20 loss at Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Interim coach Antonio Pierce has guided the Las Vegas Raiders through nearly every conceivable scenario this season.
From a sluggish start to a late playoff push or an embarrassing shutout to a 63-point scoring outburst in just a matter of days, this first-time head coach has seen one common theme from his players. They fight like Raiders and he intends to fight with them, no matter the circumstances.
So even after another mistake-prone, uneven performance Sunday sealed Las Vegas' postseason fate, Pierce acknowledged the goal is simple: Corrections need to be made before next week's season finale against longtime rival Denver.
"It´s very difficult when the Raiders play the Raiders, and we did that on both sides of the ball," Pierce said after the 23-20 loss. "We had opportunities on third-and-1 and fourth-and-1 to keep drives alive. We had opportunities to get (the Colts) off the field, and we didn´t do enough of that."
Instead, after two straight wins put them briefly in the playoff discussion, the Raiders struggles returned.
Three false start penalties prevented rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell from getting his teammates into the end zone more than once in the first 59 minutes.
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, right, runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
O'Connell finished 30 of 47 with 299 yards and two TDs though nearly half of his total numbers came courtesy of Davante Adams, who caught 13 of 21 passes thrown his direction. He also finished with 126 yards and both TDs.
Clearly, that wasn't good enough.
"We needed a faster start," said O´Connell, the former Purdue star. "It´s the NFL. You can´t rely on momentum from week to week. You can´t look ahead, and you can´t look back. Every play, every series, and every game has enough of its own and you´ve got to lock in."
But there was plenty of blame to go around for this loss - and this season's continual problems.
Defensively, Las Vegas (7-9) allowed the Colts to run for 4.6 yards per carry, resulting in a time of possession disparity of nearly 7 1/2 minutes. They also blew the coverage on third-and-1 when Gardner Minshew threw a 58-yard TD pass to Alec Pierce for a 14-3 lead in the second quarter.
And cornerback Jack Jones extended a late Colts drive with two miscues - a pass interference call on third-and-8 with a throw headed out of bounds and an offside call that negated a field goal that bounced off the right goal post. Matt Gay delivered on his second chance, making the 45-yarder to give Indy a 23-13 lead with 3:11 to play.
"Obviously something happened for them to make the call," Pierce said, referring to the offside penalty before discussing the other call. "The official didn´t think the ball was too far out of bounds. He felt like he interfered while the ball was in the air. I don´t want to second-guess the officials."
But Pierce also accepted some of the blame for what happened, specifically a poorly timed trick play on third-and-1 with the Raiders still trailing 14-3. It started as an end-around that turned into a backward pass to O'Connell who finally threw an incompletion near the Colts 43-yard line.
Las Vegas then took a delay of game penalty before punting.
"That´s certainly one you look back at and you can make better decisions in those situations," Pierce said. "We´ll do that going forward."
Pierce has one more chance to convince Raiders owner Mark Davis to keep him as coach in 2024. If he gets things cleaned up and finishes with three wins in the Raiders' last four games of his audition, he just might.
But Pierce knows it's his responsibility to finish the job.
"You can´t point fingers at players," Pierce said. "Obviously we´ve got to do a better job as coaches. It´s a focus thing: false starts, offside, that´s the Raiders beating themselves. That´s something that for seven games, we hadn´t done. But it came up today and it bit us."
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Indianapolis Colts safety Nick Cross (20) breaks up a pass intended for Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts cornerback JuJu Brents (29) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew (10) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) calls a play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Jaylon Jones, right, loses his helmet as he tackles Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah (22) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
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Sunday might have been the first look at next season's Denver Broncos offense.
It's not like they will have that many options in the offseason, if they do move on from Russell Wilson and eat an $85 million dead cap hit. The most likely solution for the Broncos is to stick it out with Jarrett Stidham for a season, and maybe draft a rookie. There won't be a lot of cap room to do much else.
Stidham wasn't too bad as he took over for Wilson at the end of a tumultuous week in Denver. He threw for 224 yards and didn't make any big mistakes in an ugly 16-9 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. The Broncos were still eliminated from playoff contention due to other results in the AFC on Sunday.
The Broncos' spin that they pushed was that Wilson being benched for Stidham was just a football move, and that coach Sean Payton wanted to spark the offense. That's impossible to believe, but Stidham at least played well enough to get a win.
Broncos take a lead into halftime
The Broncos offense mostly struggled in the first half, aside from one play. Stidham was rolling right and it looked like he'd run for a first down, but he saw Lil'Jordan Humphrey crossing the field. He hit Humphrey on a short pass to about the 40 and then Humphrey did the rest, spinning and juking to avoid multiple Chargers defenders on the way to the end zone.
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Stidham was 12 of 22 for 165 yards in the first half. It wasn't hard to see the difference in the Broncos' offensive approach with Stidham at quarterback. Wilson had fewer than 30 attempts in a game seven times this season. Payton wanted to play a ball control game with Wilson at quarterback.
With Stidham, things opened up a little bit. Perhaps that was to prove a point about the quarterback that was just benched.
Broncos hold lead into 4th quarter
In the second half, the Broncos' biggest play was a defensive pass interference. On fourth-and-1, Stidham threw to the end zone to heavily defended Jerry Jeudy. But Chargers safety Alohi Gilman was called for pass interference, keeping the drive alive and setting up the Broncos at the 1-yard line. A couple of penalties on the Broncos cost them a shot at the touchdown, but a field goal gave them a 10-point lead.
The Chargers missed a field goal after that, and their offense wasn't leading a comeback. Easton Stick, who has been forced into action due to Justin Herbert's season-ending injury, was not very good against the Broncos defense. The Chargers did cut the Broncos' lead to 16-9 late in the game and had a shot to recover a muffed onside kick, but Denver got on it and was able to run out the clock after that.
Denver's offense wasn't very good either, especially against a bad Chargers defense that allowed 63 points to the Las Vegas Raiders a couple weeks ago. Stidham finished with 224 yards, a touchdown and he didn't throw an interception. He wasn't bad, but it wasn't exactly the shot in the arm the Broncos were saying they were looking for with the move. Stidham was just better than Stick, and that was good enough for the win to keep the Broncos' season alive.
The performance also won't give the Broncos a ton of confidence if they do have to settle for Stidham next season. That conversation can start now, since the Broncos' playoff hopes have been dashed.
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5000 Swedish kronor to Icelandic krónas
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Ireland Rings in 2024 with Major Pension Reform and Tax Package
As the stroke of midnight seals the year 2023, Ireland ushers in a significant pension reform, promising a higher state pension for those who opt to defer retirement until the age of 70. This move is designed to manage the aging population and ensure the sustainability of the pension system, marking a significant shift in the country’s social protection policies.
Reform to Benefit Late Starters and Increase Choice
The reform, which comes into effect from January 1st, 2024, allows individuals to defer claiming the State Pension (Contributory) beyond the traditional age of 66 to up to age 70, in exchange for an actuarially adjusted higher payment rate. Further, this change offers individuals an opportunity to improve their social insurance record, potentially leading to an increase in their State Pension payment rate upon retirement. This option is particularly beneficial for those who started working later in life or wish to make additional contributions to qualify for the pension. Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, emphasized that the main goal of the reform is to provide more choice for people approaching retirement age.’
(Read Also: Ireland’s EU Commissioner Selection Process Shrouded in Ambiguity)
Retirement at 66 Still an Option
Despite the new policy, individuals can still claim their pension at age 66 if they choose, retaining the option to continue working. However, the new policy provides an alternative to delay the start of their pension payments, thereby offering an opportunity for people to build up additional social insurance contributions and enhance their pension rate between the ages of 67 and 70 if they wish to defer.
(Read Also: The Year 2023: Ireland Captivated by a Broadcasting Scandal)
More than Pension Reform
But the pension reform isn’t the only change. Ireland’s Budget 2024 introduces a €1.3 billion income tax package for workers and measures to support businesses. Increases to main tax credits, USC rates, and standard rate cut-off point, as well as a rise in rent tax credit to €750, are part of the package. The average worker stands to gain up to €800 a year and a couple earning €100,000 between them will see an increase in take-home pay of €1,560. Business supports include an enhanced Employment Investment Incentive scheme, relief for start-ups, and higher research and development tax credits.
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The U.S. Food & Drug Administration on Sunday said that Reckitt/Mead Johnson is voluntarily recalling batches of powdered infant formula over bacterial contamination concerns.
According to a news release, the FDA said that Reckitt/Mead Johnson’s Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula Products were being recalled. The specialty formula is a hypoallergenic infant product used by infants who are allergic to cow’s milk.
The formula came in 12.6-ounce and 19.8-ounce cans and was recalled over the possibility that the product had been contaminated by Cronobacter sakazakii, the FDA said.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Cronobacter sakazakii is a germ found naturally that can live in dry foods including powdered infant formula.
“Getting sick from Cronobacter does not happen often, but infections in infants can be deadly,” the CDC said. “Cronobacter infections in infants less than 12 months old are often linked to powdered infant formula.”
The FDA said that 675,030 cans of the formula were recalled on Friday after the agency was notified that the formula sent overseas tested positive for Cronobacter sakazakii by the Israeli Ministry of Health, CNN reported.
The FDA said that no illnesses have been reported so far and that most of the formula distributed in the U.S. has likely been consumed. Nutramigen in 12.6-ounce and 19.8-ounce containers was manufactured in June 2023 and distributed primarily in June, July, and August 2023, the agency said.
“All product in question went through extensive testing and tested negative for the bacteria,” Reckitt/Mead Johnson said in a news release.
The batch codes for the products are:
• ZL3FHG (12.6-ounce cans);
• ZL3FMH (12.6-ounce cans);
• ZL3FPE (12.6-ounce cans);
• ZL3FQD (12.6-ounce cans);
• ZL3FRW (19.8-ounce cans);
• ZL3FXJ (12.6-ounce cans).
The products have a UPC of 300871239418 or 300871239456 and “use by date” of “1 Jan. 2025,” the FDA said.
According to the agency, consumers with Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder bearing those batch numbers should not use them and dispose of them immediately.
Consumers with questions can call the company at 866-534-9986 at any time, or by email at consumer.relations@rb.com.
“We are committed to the highest level of quality and safety and it is for this reason that we have taken this measure,” Reckitt/Mead Johnson said in a statement. “Other testing of the batches in question tested negative for Cronobacter and other bacteria.”
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PGA Tour seeks extension on commercial deal with Saudis, private investors
The PGA Tour believes it has made enough progress with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf to extend their negotiations into next year for a new commercial deal that would include a U.S. investment group and the European tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a memo to players on Sunday afternoon, just seven hours before the deadline to finalize the deal that was set in the June 6 framework agreement.
The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made "meaningful progress" with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
"As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents," Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
FILE - PGA Commissioner Jay Monahan on the first tee box during the first round of the Tour Championship golf tournament at East Lake Golf Club, Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. Monahan's 2023 is best remembered for secretly negotiating a business agreement with the Saudi-backers of rival LIV Golf. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz, File)
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as "active and productive."
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. "We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date," Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
"These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors," Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an "objective, empirical-driven evaluation" of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a "fair and objective" process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight "signature" events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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FILE - Yasir Al-Rumayyan attends the champion's ceremony at the LIV Golf Invitational-Chicago tournament Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Sugar Hill, Ill. Al-Rumayyan is governor of the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, which is try to finalize a commercial agreement with the PGA Tour by the end of 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
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New Zealand was the first developed country to sign a free trade agreement with China in 2008, with the imports of milk powder subjected to the longest phase-out. An upgraded trade deal was entered when former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern met President Xi Jinping in 2022.
"This is good news for our dairy sector. The removal of these remaining tariffs is expected to deliver additional annual tariff savings of approximately $350 million," Trade Minister Todd McClay said in a statement.
"The (free trade agreement) continues to deliver benefit to the New Zealand economy and to underpin the New Zealand-China trade relationship."
China is New Zealand's largest trading partner, with two-way trade exceeding $37 billion in 2021. Annual dairy exports to China have averaged 1.4 million tonnes, worth about $8 billion each year over the past three years, around half of which was milk powder, official data showed.
Safeguard duties are emergency tariffs that countries use to shield domestic industries against intense competition from a sudden surge in imports of a particular product.
The so-called special agricultural safeguards mechanism in the free trade deal was designed as a temporary measure. The tariff preferences are applied up to a designated volume and China's standard tariff applied to imports above the safeguard trigger.
Safeguards duties on milk and cream, butter, and cheese ended in 2021, while those on milk powders ended on December 31, 2023.
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The 37-year-old, a key member of the Australia team that won the 50-overs World Cup for the sixth time in India last year, will play his 112th and final test against Pakistan at his home Sydney Cricket Ground starting on Wednesday.
"I said at the World Cup that I wanted to get through that ... but I've decided to also announce my retirement from that format," Warner told reporters at the Sydney Cricket Ground. "It'll help the one-day team move along a bit ... but if they need me, they know where I am."
Warner scored 22 centuries and 6,932 runs at an average of 45.30 over 161 one-day internationals after his debut in January 2009, winning two World Cups in the format.
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
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Singler, 35, initially cooperated with police but disappeared during the investigation, said Ira Cronin, spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department. Authorities were unable to apprehend her after obtaining an arrest warrant Tuesday on charges of murder and attempted murder, among other allegations.
Singler was not under surveillance and was last seen in Colorado Springs on Dec. 23, said Cronin.
Authorities did not provide further details on the overseas arrest, but said they are working with multiple law enforcement agencies.
Attempts to reach Singler for comment through phone numbers listed for her were unsuccessful. Cronin said he didn't know if she has an attorney.
When police first responded to Singler’s home, they found her with minor injuries, the two children’s bodies and Singler’s 11-year-old daughter hurt. At first, Singler was treated as a burglary victim, said Cronin.
The injured girl was hospitalized for a few days before being released and is recovering in Colorado Springs, said Cronin.
The children’s deaths came amid an ongoing legal battle between Singler and her ex-husband over parenting time and other issues, according to court filings.
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
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SAJBD slams government for using its name in ICJ application
While Hamas has welcomed South Africa taking Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the SA Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) has slammed the government for including a meeting it held with the SAJBD to make its case.
On Friday, the South African government applied to institute proceedings against Israel at the ICJ, the judicial arm of the UN, over its attacks on Palestinians in Gaza.
Its application listed instances where it had been vocal against attacks by Israel, including a meeting at the presidential house in November with the SAJBD.
The SAJBD said it was “deeply concerning” that the government had included their meeting in making its case against Israel. It also said the meeting was in December and not November as stated in the application.
SAJBD national chair Karen Milner said the meeting was to express “its concerns about rising anti-Semitism in SA and about the lack of consular services to SA citizens in Israel”.
“The SAJBD made it clear that we are not the representatives of the state of Israel nor go-betweens of the two countries. We are South African citizens like any other, with valid concerns about our human rights as citizens of this country. That the South African legal case against Israel twisted the meeting in this way, shows the depths to which the government will sink in doing the bidding of its friends Hamas,” Milner said.
She said the country continues to “humiliate itself” in the international community as it has previously been found by the International Criminal Court that it had flouted its duties to the ICC by failing to arrest wanted Sudanese head of state Omar al-Bashir.
“This latest media-seeking stunt lacks credibility and is evident that they have no real understanding of the current conflict, international law or interest in finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict,” said Milner.
Meanwhile, Hamas has expressed its appreciation to South Africa for submitting the application.
Hamas' international relations director for east, central and Southern Africa, Emad Saber, said the action by South Africa was a significant step towards holding the leaders of Israel accountable for some of the “worst atrocities in contemporary history”.
“We call on all countries to submit similar files and requests to competent national and international courts against this Nazi entity, considering it a threat to international peace and security. This is to ensure it does not escape punishment for the heinous crimes committed against children and innocent civilians in the Gaza strip.”
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Giants' Tyrod Taylor solid in return to lineup but misses potential winning 2-point conversion
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) - Many fans were unhappy when New York Giants coach Brian Daboll decided to switch quarterbacks this week and had veteran Tyrod Taylor start in place of popular rookie Tommy DeVito.
Taylor missed a wide-open open Saquon Barkley with a short pass on a potential game-winning 2-point conversion try and fumbled a fourth-down snap in Giants territory to set a Rams' touchdown, but was otherwise impressive in a 26-25 setback to red-hot Los Angeles on Sunday.
The 34-year-old Taylor was 27 of 41 for 319 yards and a touchdown and scrambled 31 yards in the final minute to set up a potential winning 54-yard field goal by Mason Crosby in the waning seconds. Crosby missed wide left and might have been short.
Taylor also threw an interception in the second quarter that resulted in some fans chanting: "Tommy! Tommy!" but he put up more passing yards in this game than DeVito did in any of his six starts. The undrafted rookie's best was 246 in a win over Washington.
Taylor's 319 yards passing were two shy of the team high of 321 set by Daniel Jones in the second week of the season. His 80-yard TD pass to Darius Slayton was the team's longest offensive play from scrimmage this year, besting the 69-yarder he had to Slayton on Christmas after replacing DeVito in the second half against the Eagles.
"I think I played well, but like I told you, I judge myself off wins and losses and ultimately today wasn´t a winning performance, so it´s room to grow," Taylor said.
New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor (2) throws during the second half an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
The play that will stick out is the 2-point try after Gunner Olszewski broke a tackle and returned a punt 94 yards to get the Giants within a point with 3:27 to play. New York was going to go for the tying extra point, but an encroachment penalty changed those plans and the Giants went for the win from the 1-yard line.
Taylor rolled right and saw Barkley crossing the field open after he faked an inside run. But Taylor was indecisive and his pass fell to the ground, leaving many in MetLife Stadium stunned.
"Saquon was open," Taylor said. "Was kind of caught in between running it and throwing it and didn´t do either one of them, but yeah, I've got to be better. It´s a routine throw, something I´ve hit plenty of times before. But yeah, that moment I didn´t execute."
After the defense held, Taylor's run got New York to the Rams 35. With no timeouts, the ball was spiked on first down. The coaches followed that with a draw call that Los Angeles stuffed. Following an incomplete pass, Crosby missed the kick which was at his maximum range.
"As a competitor, any time you lose, it´s never a good feeling," Taylor said. "I can´t say whether one is harder to shake off versus the other, it´s just about looking at it with a critical eye. Like I said, looking in the mirror, asking yourself what you could´ve done better and attack those for the next week."
Barkley, who carried 12 times for 39 yards, would not question the coaches on the draw call.
"Any time it´s a one-score game or a close game, any team can feel like they should´ve won, but at the end of the day, only one team gets a `W´ in the win column and we didn´t do that," he said. "We had opportunities, we had a chance to win, but we failed to as a team."
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New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor (2) throws during the second half an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) catches a touchdown pass against Los Angeles Rams cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon (44) during the second half an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) celebrates after running in a touchdown pass during the second half an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) runs the ball against Los Angeles Rams safety John Johnson III (43) during the second half an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll works the sidelines during the first half an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Gunner Olszewski (80) runs in a touchdown on a punt return during the second half an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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Israeli Finance Minister Advocates for “Voluntary Emigration” of Palestinians from Gaza
In a recent interview, Israel’s Finance Minister and far-right Religious Zionism Party leader, Bezalel Smotrich, raised eyebrows with his advocacy for the “voluntary emigration” of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.
Smotrich argued that a reduced Arab population, from the current two million to about 100,000-200,000, could significantly influence the post-war dialogue. He depicted the Gaza Strip as a 75-year-old “ghetto,” suggesting that if given the chance, many residents would opt to leave.
Context of the Statement
This controversial statement comes in the wake of a conflict instigated by Hamas’ attack on October 7th, causing widespread devastation and loss of life. Gaza’s health authorities report a grim tally of 21,822 Palestinian deaths, primarily women and children, and 56,451 injuries, alongside an estimated 1,200 Israeli fatalities.
The conflict has wreaked havoc on Gaza’s infrastructure, with 60% reported damage or destruction, leading to the displacement of nearly two million individuals and exacerbating shortages of essential commodities like food, clean water, and medicine.
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A 39-year-old Hawaii man died after suffering a shark bite at Maui’s Paia Bay on Saturday, authorities said.
According to a news release from Maui County officials, police responded to the area at approximately 11:19 a.m. local time.
The victim, whose name has not yet been released, was transported by jet ski to the shore, where first responders performed life-saving measures, the release stated.
The man was taken to Maui Memorial Hospital in critical condition and was later pronounced dead, KITV reported. It was unclear whether the victim was surfing alone or was with other people when he was attacked.
Authorities closed Baldwin Beach Park and Lower Paia Park after the attack and warning signs were posted, according to the television station.
Authorities said that warning signs would be taken down if no other incidents were reported on Sunday, KHON-TV reported.
According to the state’s Department of Land and Natural Resources database, Saturday’s attack was the only fatal shark attack during 2023, CBS News reported. There have been at least seven more incidents involving sharks in Hawaii over the past 12 months, the agency said.
“The preliminary investigation reveals no signs of foul play,” Maui County officials said in their news release. They added that an autopsy was scheduled.
It was unclear what species of shark attacked the surfer.
An investigation is ongoing.
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CUSA Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
The bowl season slate features four CUSA matchups, with Western Kentucky (+4.5) against Old Dominion among the best bets against the spread, according to our projections. For more suggestions, including parlay opportunities, see below.
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Pick: Western Kentucky +4.5 vs. Old Dominion
- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Old Dominion by 0.5 points
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Date: December 18
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Fresno State +3.5 vs. New Mexico State
- Matchup: New Mexico State Aggies at Fresno State Bulldogs
- Projected Favorite & Spread: New Mexico State by 0 points
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Louisiana +3.5 vs. Jacksonville State
- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Jacksonville State by 1.5 points
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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Under 67.5 - Liberty vs. Oregon
- Matchup: Liberty Flames at Oregon Ducks
- Projected Total: 61.4 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
Over 48.5 - Western Kentucky vs. Old Dominion
- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Projected Total: 54.2 points
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Date: December 18
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Under 57.5 - Jacksonville State vs. Louisiana
- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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The Bengals (8-8), fighting for their own playoff lives, led by 10 early but found themselves trailing 25-17 when Butker hit the last of his field goals — a 46-yarder through blustery wind — with 2:59 remaining in the game.
With one last chance, Jake Browning hit Tyler Boyd to convert a long fourth down and get into Kansas City territory, but back-to-back sacks by George Karlaftis and Chris Jones gave the Chiefs eight on the day and ended the Bengals' comeback hopes.
Browning finished with 197 yards passing and a touchdown. Joe Mixon ran for 65 yards and had the TD reception.
Butker converted from 54, 43, 27, 24, 48 and 46 yards, accounting for the game’s final 18 points.
The Bengals and Chiefs are accustomed to playing high-stakes games when the weather turns frigid, meeting for down-to-the-wire nail-biters in each of the past two AFC championship games. And they are usually accompanied by plenty of trash talk, be it from elected officials or — in the case this past week — players such as the Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase.
The animosity usually spills onto the field, too. Midway through the second quarter, Chase and Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed got into a heated argument, and eventually a team-wide scrum resulted in offsetting personal fouls.
The Bengals jumped ahead 10-7 when an 8 1/2-minute drive resulted in a field goal and a 6 1/2-minute march ended in Mixon's touchdown catch. Cincinnati then got the ball back when Trey Hendrickson ran right around rookie right tackle Wanya Morris, stripped Mahomes from behind and Sam Hubbard was there to pounce on the loose ball.
Pass interference on Sneed in the end zone set up Browning's 1-yard TD run.
Butker's first field goal got the Chiefs within 17-10, and they had a chance to take the lead when Mahomes saw Marquez Valdes-Scantling wide open on their next possession. But yet another dropped pass — the NFL-leading 40th by Kansas City this season — forced the Chiefs to settle for a field goal to trail 17-13 at the break.
As the Chiefs' defense stiffened in the second half, their offense began showing signs of life.
They stuffed the Bengals on fourth-and-1 at the Kansas City 6, then drove 82 yards for Butker's third field goal. And after the Bengals had to punt, Mahomes hit Rashee Rice for 67 yards to set up Butker's chip shot and give the Chiefs the lead for good.
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Cincinnati WR Tee Higgins left in the second quarter with a hamstring injury. He returned to the game but didn't have another catch, finishing with one for 19 yards.
Kansas City WR Justin Watson hurt his chest in the third quarter but returned to the game.
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Bengals: Host Cleveland next weekend.
Chiefs: At the Los Angeles Chargers next weekend.
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College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
According to our projections, the best bet versus the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, scroll down.
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
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Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
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Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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CAMBRIDGE, MASS. (WHDH) - An end of an era — after more than 40 years of providing laughs to audiences in Cambridge, Improv Boston is ending its run and the group is talking about the difficult decision.
“It’s hard, from my perspective, to be on the side of winding down a 40-year legacy,” said Improv Boston’s Managing Director Matt Laidlaw, who noted bringing audiences back after the pandemic proved difficult.
“We just could never replicate what we needed from an audience-attending-shows perspective,” he said.
The group says it hopes to find investors to revive the performances in the future. For the time being, they’re encouraging area residents to support local arts.
The National Touring Company for Improv Boston will have a final performance on Jan. 26 at the Rockwell in Somerville.
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BREAKING | Eight killed in horror smash near Dutywa
Eight people died after a head-on collision between a Toyota Fortuner and Ford Kuga on the N2 near Dutywa on Sunday afternoon.
Provincial transport spokesperson Unathi Binqose said the Toyota Fortuner had at least six occupants of which three died while the Ford Kuga had five occupants of which all died in the crash.
“The crash was a head-on crash in rainy conditions.
“The precise cause of the crash is subjected to an ongoing investigation,” said Binqose.
Provincial health spokesperson Sizwe Kupelo said the injured were taken to Butterworth Hospital.
Kupelo has urged families of the deceased to visit state forensic in Dutywa for body identification and autopsy.
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Joe Lieberman Advocates for Third-Choice Presidential Candidate Amid Dissatisfaction with Biden-Trump Rematch
Former Senator Joe Lieberman has voiced the growing momentum for a third-choice presidential candidate amid widespread American dissatisfaction with a potential rematch between President Biden and former President Donald Trump. In a recent interview on John Catsimatidis’s radio show, Lieberman, the first Jewish candidate on a national Vice Presidential ticket in 2000, suggested that a staggering 60 to 70 percent of Americans are seeking an alternative choice for the presidency.
Advocacy for a Third Presidential Option
Lieberman, the founding chair of the No Labels group, has been vocal about the necessity of a third presidential option. He has expressed concern over the level of anger and polarization in contemporary American politics. Aiming to mitigate these issues, the No Labels group is taking active steps to establish a third line on the ballot in all 50 states, putting together a bipartisan unity ticket.
Potential Candidates for a Bipartisan Unity Ticket
As per Lieberman, potential candidates for this unity ticket could include outgoing Senator Joe Manchin from West Virginia and former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. Both figures are known for their bipartisan stances and could offer a much-needed alternative to the main party candidates. However, the actual impact of such a candidate on the current primary process and the electoral success of moderate candidates remains to be seen.
Criticism of Current Administration’s Policies
Alongside advocating for a third option, Lieberman has also criticized the current administration for its handling of the border crisis. He warned that the failure to adequately address issues like illegal immigration could have significant consequences at the polls. Lieberman’s comments emphasize the urgency for bipartisan solutions and assertive leadership from President Biden.
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Taylor Heinicke struggles as Falcons lose to Bears, leaving them with narrow path to playoffs
CHICAGO (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons had a chance to increase their slim chances of making the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
They failed. And a familiar problem played a major role.
Taylor Heinicke threw three of Atlanta's four interceptions during the Falcons' 37-17 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday. He was 10 for 29 for 163 yards in his second straight start after Desmond Ridder was benched for the second time this season.
"Ultimately, when you turn the ball over four times and don't get any takeaways, that's a recipe for a bad result," Falcons coach Arthur Smith said.
Atlanta (7-9) had a chance to move into a tie for the NFC South lead, but it lost for the third time in four games. It stayed in the postseason race thanks to Tampa Bay's 23-13 loss to New Orleans.
The Falcons can still take the division if they win at New Orleans next weekend and the Buccaneers lose or tie at Carolina. There is no pathway to a wild card for Atlanta.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) sets back to pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
"The fact that we still have a chance going into Week 18, last week of the season, the fact that we're still in that, that's what you want," Heinicke said. "If someone told us, Week 18 you are going to have a chance to go to the playoffs, you'll take it."
It remains to be seen if Heinicke will be available for the matchup with the Saints. He was replaced by Ridder with 3:39 left because of a left ankle injury that already had him on the injury report going into Sunday's game. Ridder threw the Falcons' final interception.
Heinicke, who led Atlanta to its best offensive performance this season during a 29-10 win over Indianapolis, had a walking boot on his left leg after the loss at snowy Soldier Field.
"Later, as the game went on, you could tell his ankle was hurting him," Smith said.
Heinicke was Atlanta's second-leading rusher with four carries for 46 yards, including a 24-yard scramble for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. He said he thinks someone stepped on his foot on one of his last passes, causing "a little bit of sharp pain."
"Once you´re in the heat of the battle, the adrenaline kind of takes over and you just go," he said. "On most of those scrambles I wasn´t feeling it. It was mostly when you get to the sideline or you´re kind of sitting there in the huddle with the cold, it kind of creeps in your mind. Again, I´ve just got to play better."
Atlanta was down 21-7 when Heinicke threw his first interception of the day - a diving catch by Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards right before halftime. He was picked off by Tyrique Stevenson in the third quarter, and Kyler Gordon was responsible for Heinicke's last interception on a fourth-and-17 pass in the fourth.
Cairo Santos kicked a 42-yard field goal after the Stevenson interception, and Khalil Herbert had a 1-yard TD run after the play by Gordon.
"It´s never one thing," Smith said of Atlanta's passing game against Chicago. "For me to sit here and try to put blame on one person, that´s not how football works. A lot of things obviously that didn´t go right."
Atlanta is averaging just 200.8 net yards passing this season and it has thrown 15 interceptions, including 12 in its nine losses.
"We turned the ball over, and we can´t do that, especially this team and how they play and this weather," Heinicke said. "Can´t give them short fields. Can´t turn the ball over. Got to play clean football."
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) hands the ball off to Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) looks to pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) sets back to pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) sets back to pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) warms up before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — (AP) — Harrison Butker was a career-best 6 for 6 on field-goal attempts, Kansas City held the Bengals scoreless over their final seven possessions, and the Chiefs rallied to beat Cincinnati 25-17 on Sunday to clinch their eighth straight AFC West title.
Patrick Mahomes had 245 yards passing and a touchdown for Kansas City (10-6), which also secured at least the No. 3 seed and one home playoff game. Isiah Pacheco ran 18 times for 130 yards while Rashee Rice had five catches for 127 yards.
The Bengals (8-8), fighting for their own playoff lives, led by 10 early but found themselves trailing 25-17 when Butker hit the last of his field goals — a 46-yarder through blustery wind — with 2:59 remaining in the game.
With one last chance, Jake Browning hit Tyler Boyd to convert a long fourth down and get into Kansas City territory, but back-to-back sacks by George Karlaftis and Chris Jones gave the Chiefs eight on the day and ended the Bengals' comeback hopes.
Browning finished with 197 yards passing and a touchdown. Joe Mixon ran for 65 yards and had the TD reception.
Butker converted from 54, 43, 27, 24, 48 and 46 yards, accounting for the game’s final 18 points.
The Bengals and Chiefs are accustomed to playing high-stakes games when the weather turns frigid, meeting for down-to-the-wire nail-biters in each of the past two AFC championship games. And they are usually accompanied by plenty of trash talk, be it from elected officials or — in the case this past week — players such as the Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase.
The animosity usually spills onto the field, too. Midway through the second quarter, Chase and Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed got into a heated argument, and eventually a team-wide scrum resulted in offsetting personal fouls.
The Bengals jumped ahead 10-7 when an 8 1/2-minute drive resulted in a field goal and a 6 1/2-minute march ended in Mixon's touchdown catch. Cincinnati then got the ball back when Trey Hendrickson ran right around rookie right tackle Wanya Morris, stripped Mahomes from behind and Sam Hubbard was there to pounce on the loose ball.
Pass interference on Sneed in the end zone set up Browning's 1-yard TD run.
Butker's first field goal got the Chiefs within 17-10, and they had a chance to take the lead when Mahomes saw Marquez Valdes-Scantling wide open on their next possession. But yet another dropped pass — the NFL-leading 40th by Kansas City this season — forced the Chiefs to settle for a field goal to trail 17-13 at the break.
As the Chiefs' defense stiffened in the second half, their offense began showing signs of life.
They stuffed the Bengals on fourth-and-1 at the Kansas City 6, then drove 82 yards for Butker's third field goal. And after the Bengals had to punt, Mahomes hit Rashee Rice for 67 yards to set up Butker's chip shot and give the Chiefs the lead for good.
INJURIES
Cincinnati WR Tee Higgins left in the second quarter with a hamstring injury. He returned to the game but didn't have another catch, finishing with one for 19 yards.
Kansas City WR Justin Watson hurt his chest in the third quarter but returned to the game.
UP NEXT
Bengals: Host Cleveland next weekend.
Chiefs: At the Los Angeles Chargers next weekend.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 2 hours ago
Seeking details on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
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S.K. Gupta, Director, Maryland Robotics Center, defines several characteristics that make a machine a "robot".
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BOSTON (WHDH) - Boston Fire Commissioner Paul Burke issued a statement Sunday thanking the department’s agency partners who assisted when a man allegedly opened fire as crews were responding to a blaze at a building in Mattapan.
In a statement posted to the department’s X account, Commissioner Paul F. Burke wrote, “I am grateful that the fire and active shooter incident yesterday did not result in any injury to our firefighters, police officers or residents. As firefighters, our main focus at any fire is the rescue of residents and the extinguishment of the fire but this incident heightened the danger level for all of our first responders. The multi-agency cooperation was a role model of how a coordinated response should work and undoubtedly saved lives. Thank you to all of the Boston firefighters for their professionalism at yesterday’s incident and thank you to the responding Boston Police officers for protecting our firefighters at a very dangerous scene.”
The man accused of opening fire during the firefight was taken into custody by police and transported to the hospital with a leg injury. His name has not been released.
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Kansas City rallied from a 10-point deficit to take a lead in the fourth quarter and shut down the Bengals in the second half to seal a 25-17 win Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. The Bengals (8-8) were officially eliminated from the postseason picture with the defeat.
Cleveland (11-5), which Cincinnati hosts in the regular-season finale next week, clinched the No. 5 seed in the AFC.
The Chiefs (10-6) had lost three straight games at home and four of their last six games overall, but the defending Super Bowl champions claimed the AFC West title with the win Sunday and assured a return to the postseason. They did it by holding Cincinnati to 80 yards of offense in the second half.
Cincinnati was moving the ball well, particularly in the running game, early on as Jake Browning converted a couple third downs with his legs and scrambled in for a touchdown to give the Bengals a 17-7 lead with less than seven minutes left in the second quarter.
Evan McPherson got things started with a 34-yard field goal to cap a productive opening drive, and although the Chiefs easily responded with a touchdown on their first offensive possession, the Bengals kept plugging along.
Browning connected with Joe Mixon on a 7-yard pass to regain the lead the next drive, and Trey Hendrickson forced Patrick Mahomes to fumble on a sack, which Sam Hubbard recovered to put the Bengals back on the Kansas City 24-yard line. Cincinnati took advantage with Browning’s rushing touchdown.
The defense then led the way, holding the Chiefs to field goals on back-to-back drives to end the first half and enabled the Bengals to carry a 17-13 lead into halftime, despite struggles stopping the run. Kansas City had concerns going into the game with Isiah Pacheco questionable because of a concussion and shoulder injury but he cleared protocols and ended up with 130 yards on 18 carries.
Kansas City still couldn’t reach the end zone against the Bengals but six Harrison Butker field goals were enough to build a lead the visitors couldn’t overcome while struggling to move the ball in the second half. The Bengals punted three times and had two turnover on downs, including their first possession of the third quarter and the final one.
Tyler Boyd had caught a 23-yard pass on fourth-and-18 with less than two minutes left, but two straight sacks set Browning back and on fourth-and-27, his pass deep to Tee Higgins fell incomplete to end the game.
Browning completed 19 of 33 passes for 197 yards and a touchdown and added 32 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Mixon had 21 carries for 65 yards.
Mahomes, who had just 79 yards passing in the first half, completed 21 of 29 passes for 245 yards and a touchdown, while tight end Travis Kelce managed just three catches for 16 yards against a Cincinnati defense that has struggled with tight ends.
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UConn vs. DePaul Predictions, BetMGM Promo Codes, & Picks: Spread, Total - January 2
Tuesday's contest between the No. 5 UConn Huskies (11-2, 1-1 Big East) and DePaul Blue Demons (3-9, 0-1 Big East) at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion has a projected final score of 82-63 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored UConn, so it should be a one-sided matchup. The game will start at 6:30 PM ET on January 2.
The game has no set line.
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UConn vs. DePaul Game Info & Odds
- Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- TV: Fox Sports 1
- Where: Storrs, Connecticut
- Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
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UConn vs. DePaul Score Prediction
- Prediction: UConn 82, DePaul 63
Spread & Total Prediction for UConn vs. DePaul
- Computer Predicted Spread: UConn (-19.1)
- Computer Predicted Total: 144.8
UConn has a 7-5-0 record against the spread so far this season compared to DePaul, who is 4-7-0 ATS. The Huskies are 6-6-0 and the Blue Demons are 4-7-0 in terms of hitting the over.
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UConn Performance Insights
- The Huskies' +244 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 18.8 points per game) is a result of scoring 83 points per game (37th in college basketball) while giving up 64.2 per outing (38th in college basketball).
- UConn wins the rebound battle by an average of 10.4 boards. It is pulling down 39.6 rebounds per game (68th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 29.2 per outing.
- UConn knocks down 8.1 three-pointers per game (127th in college basketball) at a 32.7% rate (223rd in college basketball), compared to the 6.1 per game its opponents make at a 35.1% rate.
- The Huskies rank seventh in college basketball by averaging 109 points per 100 possessions on offense, and defensively are 58th in college basketball, allowing 84.4 points per 100 possessions.
- UConn has come up on top in the turnover battle by 1.2 turnovers per game, committing 9.5 (30th in college basketball action) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
DePaul Performance Insights
- The Blue Demons' -102 scoring differential (being outscored by 8.5 points per game) is a result of putting up 66.9 points per game (331st in college basketball) while giving up 75.4 per outing (283rd in college basketball).
- DePaul falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.9 boards. It pulls down 31.3 rebounds per game (350th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 36.2.
- DePaul makes 6.9 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.2 on average.
- DePaul has lost the turnover battle on average this season, committing 13.3 per game (298th in college basketball) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
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Kebbi State Governor Enacts 13 New Laws to Boost Governance and Revenue
Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has signed into law 13 bills passed by the State House of Assembly, marking a significant step towards improved governance and development. The enactment of these laws is aimed at boosting the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), a key factor in the state’s economic stability and growth.
Governor Idris Expresses Gratitude to Assembly Members
The governor’s spokesman, Ahmed Idris, made the announcement, stating that Governor Idris expressed his appreciation towards the Assembly members for their diligent work and swift handling of the bills. By acknowledging the efforts of the legislative body, the governor highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in the governance process.
Commitment to Rule of Law and Execution of New Laws
During the statement, Governor Idris emphasized his administration’s firm commitment to the rule of law, a cornerstone of any democratic setup. He confirmed the executive’s intention to implement the new laws, thus ensuring that the enacted bills do not remain mere legislative formalities but translate into tangible benefits for the state’s populace.
Call for Enhanced IGR and Assembly’s Support
In a move that underscores the importance of economic self-sustainability, the governor called upon the State Assembly to help enhance the state’s IGR. Furthermore, the Speaker of the State Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Usman, extended his support to the governor’s developmental efforts and assured him of the Assembly’s continued support for effective governance.
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Steelers keep playoff hopes alive into Week 18 with 30-23 win over Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) - Najee Harris rushed for a season-high 122 yards and bullied his way into the end zone for a pair of touchdowns, and the Pittsburgh Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive into Week 18 with a 30-23 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Using a punishing running attack that faced little resistance from Seattle, the Steelers (9-7) pushed their way into the final week of the regular season with a chance at the postseason and ensured that Mike Tomlin´s team would yet again avoid a losing record.
Harris had not hit the century mark rushing this season, his closest coming when he ran for 99 yards against Cincinnati. But he combined with Jaylen Warren for a running punch that Seattle struggled to stop.
Harris averaged 4.5 yards per carry and reached the 100-yard mark for the first time since Week 17 of last season against Baltimore. Warren added another 75 yards rushing and scored on a 18-yard run in the first quarter.
Harris scored on a 9-yard touchdown run in the second quarter breaking several tackles on his way to the goal line before a final lunge to break the plane. In the third quarter, Harris scored on a 4-yard run with a big assist from his linemen pushing the pile into the end zone to give the Steelers a 24-17 lead.
Pittsburgh thrived against Seattle´s run defense that has been awful for more than half the season and finished with 202 yards rushing and a season-high 468 total yards. Pittsburgh was the sixth straight opponent to rush for at least 135 yards against the Seahawks.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) reaches for a touchdown ahead of Seattle Seahawks defensive end Dre'Mont Jones (55) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Quarterback Mason Rudolph was 18 of 24 for 274 yards and hit the big throws when needed, none more important than a 34-yard completion to George Pickens on third-and-6 early in the fourth quarter. Pickens made a terrific diving finger-tip catch and led to Chris Boswell´s 26-yard field goal that gave the Steelers a 27-20 lead with 7:07 left.
Rudolph also hit Pickens for 24 yards with two minutes left and Seattle desperately needing a stop. Pickens had seven catches for 131 yards.
Seattle (8-8) had its two-game win streak snapped and while the Seahawks weren´t eliminated from the postseason, they will need a victory and a lot of help in Week 18.
Geno Smith threw for 290 yards and a 12-yard TD to Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the first half. Kenneth Walker III added 53 yards rushing and a 13-yard TD in the first half, but the Seahawks settled for three field goals in the second half and Smith committed one big turnover.
Nick Herbig forced and recovered a fumble sacking Smith with seven minutes left, giving the Steelers possession at the Seattle 16 and Boswell´s 21-yard field goal with 4:31 left pushed the Pittsburgh lead to 30-20.
INJURIES
Seattle took two major hits to its offensive line. Starting right tackle Abe Lucas played the entire first half, but went to the locker room early before the second quarter ended and was ruled out with a knee injury when the second half started.
Three plays into the third quarter, center Evan Brown had to be helped off the field and was ruled out with a concussion.
UP NEXT
Steelers: Pittsburgh will be at Baltimore in Week 18.
Seahawks: Seattle closes out the regular season at Arizona next week.
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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) celebrates with quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) after Harris scored a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) gets into the end zone for a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) celebrates with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) after they combined for a touchdown pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) gets past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson (20) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) scores a touchdown ahead of Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson (20) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren scores a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) tries to get past Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) passes against the Seattle Seahawks in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
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Big Ten Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 2:44 PM EST|Updated: 1 hour ago
The bowl season schedule features eight Big Ten matchups, with LSU (-8.5) against Wisconsin among the best bets versus the spread, based on our projections. For more tips, including parlay opportunities, scroll down.
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Best Week 18 Big Ten Spread Bets
Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2 (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Maryland +4.5 vs. Auburn
- Matchup: Auburn Tigers at Maryland Terrapins
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Maryland by 6.2 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
Read more on the best bets for this game
Pick: Penn State -6 vs. Ole Miss
- Matchup: Ole Miss Rebels at Penn State Nittany Lions
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Penn State by 15.7 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Best Week 18 Big Ten Total Bets
Over 35.5 - Iowa vs. Tennessee
- Matchup: Iowa Hawkeyes at Tennessee Volunteers
- Projected Total: 42.2 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
Over 44.5 - Bowling Green vs. Minnesota
- Matchup: Bowling Green Falcons at Minnesota Golden Gophers
- Projected Total: 48.3 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 26
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Over 45.5 - Alabama vs. Michigan
- Matchup: Alabama Crimson Tide at Michigan Wolverines
- Projected Total: 48.9 points
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
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Rewards don’t just reinforce a specific action—they quickly change the whole pattern of how we behave.
Imagine you’re teaching a dog to play fetch. You throw a ball, and your dog sprints after it, picks it up, and runs back. You then reward your panting pup with a treat. But now comes the real trick for your dog: figuring out which part of that sequence earned the treat. Scientists call this the ‘credit assignment problem’ in the brain. It’s a fundamental question about understanding which actions are responsible for the positive outcomes we experience.
Dopamine, a key chemical messenger in the brain, is known to play a crucial role in this process. But exactly how the brain links specific actions to dopamine’s release has remained unclear.
New Insights From a Comprehensive Study
A study published on December 13 in Nature by scientists at the Allen Institute, Columbia UniversityColumbia University is a private Ivy League research university in New York City that was established in 1754. This makes it the oldest institution of higher education in New York and the fifth-oldest in the United States. It is often just referred to as Columbia, but its official name is Columbia University in the City of New York.” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>Columbia University’s Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute, the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, and Seattle Children’s Research Institute sheds new light on this mystery. It reveals how dopamine not only signals a reward but also guides animals to home in on the specific behaviors that lead to these rewards through trial and error.
Intriguingly, the research also shows that the brain’s reward system can swiftly and dynamically alter the full range of an animal’s movements and behaviors. This highlights a sophisticated learning strategy where behaviors are not just reinforced, but actively shaped and fine-tuned through experience, said Rui Costa, D.V.M, Ph.D., the study’s senior author.
“When you reinforce behavior, we often think it’s just that action,” said Costa, the president and CEO of the Allen Institute. “But no: you’re changing the entire behavioral structure. And what was really surprising was how rapid it was.”
Decoding How Dopamine Shapes Learning
To uncover those insights, the team collaborated with engineers and neuroscientists at the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown to develop a novel “closed loop” system that could link specific actions by mice to real-time dopamine release. The researchers outfitted mice with wireless sensors to track their movements within a simple controlled space. They then fed this data into a machine learningMachine learning is a subset of artificial intelligence (AI) that deals with the development of algorithms and statistical models that enable computers to learn from data and make predictions or decisions without being explicitly programmed to do so. Machine learning is used to identify patterns in data, classify data into different categories, or make predictions about future events. It can be categorized into three main types of learning: supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning.” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>machine learning algorithm, which categorized these actions into distinct groups. The researchers then used optogenetics, a method for controlling neurons with light, to stimulate dopamine neurons once the mice performed predefined “target actions.”
They found that mice swiftly changed their behavior in response to dopamine release. Initially, they not only increased the frequency of the target action, but also of similar actions and those that occurred a few seconds before the dopamine release. Meanwhile, actions dissimilar to the target rapidly decreased. Over time, this refinement became more precise, with the mice increasingly focusing on the exact action that led to dopamine release.
The study also examined how mice learn a series of actions, unveiling a key process similar to rewinding time to understand what leads to a reward. When actions triggering dopamine occurred further apart, the mice learned more slowly. This shows that longer waits between actions make it harder for mice to connect the sequence with the reward. In essence, actions right before the reward are quickly grasped and improved upon, while earlier actions are refined more gradually. This ‘rewinding’ process strengthens the behavior and helps the mice progressively identify which precise actions and sequences yield the reward.
Broader Implications for Education and AI
The findings could impact diverse fields like education and artificial intelligence (AI), said lead author Jonathan Tang, Ph.D. , an assistant professor at University of WashingtonFounded in 1861, the University of Washington (UW, simply Washington, or informally U-Dub) is a public research university in Seattle, Washington, with additional campuses in Tacoma and Bothell. Classified as an R1 Doctoral Research University classification under the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UW is a member of the Association of American Universities.” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>University of Washington Medicine – Pediatrics, Seattle Children’s Research Institute. For example, allowing for exploration, mistakes, and gradual refinement in the classroom may be more in line with our brain’s innate learning processes.
In AI, the insights could lead to more sophisticated and efficient learning systems. By better replicating biological learning processes, we could create AI that is better at adapting to new data and situations.
This study offers deeper insight into how our brains learn and adapt through trial and error—whether you’re a scientist or a pup.
“We take a lot of stuff for granted about how things work, including credit assignment,” said Tang, who started the research with Costa while at Columbia University. “But it’s when you really start diving in that you realize the complexity. This is why people do science: to home in on the truth of the matter.”
Reference: “Dynamic behaviour restructuring mediates dopamine-dependent credit assignment” by Jonathan C. Y. Tang, Vitor Paixao, Filipe Carvalho, Artur Silva, Andreas Klaus, Joaquim Alves da Silva and Rui M. Costa, 13 December 2023, Nature.
DOI: 10.1038/s41586-023-06941-5
Source: SciTechDaily
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — Panthers owner David Tepper threw the contents of a drink into the visiting crowd near the end of Carolina's 26-0 loss at Jacksonville on Sunday.
Tepper’s reaction came after rookie Bryce Young was intercepted with less than 3 minutes to play. It was unclear whether Tepper was reacting to something said to him or the latest miscue for the team with the NFL’s worst record.
General manager Scott Fitterer was standing near Tepper when he tossed the remnants of his drink while watching the game from a club suite.
The Panthers (2-14) dropped to 0-9 on the road and were shut out for the first time since losing to Atlanta in Week 12 in 2002. They also clinched the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft in April — a selection that will go to Chicago.
Nothing went right in this one for Carolina, and had Jacksonville not gone 1 for 5 scoring in the red zone, the outcome likely would have been way more lopsided.
Bryce Young completed 19 of 32 passes for 112 yards, with an interception, and was sacked six times. He now has been sacked a whopping 59 times.
“Yeah, not fun. Not fun at all,” Young said. “It’s on us. It’s what we put out. It’s our tape. It’s what we did. We own it, accept it. It is what it is, but it’s not fun.”
Carolina had issues before the coin flip.
Kicker Eddy Pineiro injured his right hamstring in pregame warmups and was unable to go. Starting linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill handled the opening kickoff, and interim coach Chris Tabor kept his offense on the field for a fourth-and-7 play in normal field-goal range on the team’s opening drive.
Young was sacked and took a shot to his back. He spent several minutes getting checked on the sideline and returned in time for the next series.
“Obviously when there’s only one kicker on your 48, that’s a tough deal,” Tabor said.
Cornerback Jaycee Horn (toe) also was a late scratch after going through warmups. Horn had been scheduled to play, and Tabor even made CJ Henderson inactive. But Horn couldn’t go, so Shaquill Griffin was thrust into the starting lineup.
Griffin was burned for a 48-yard gain, part of a lackluster performance all around for the visitors.
“I’m disappointed, obviously, and that’s a pretty generic answer,” Tabor said. “Did not see it coming. I will tip my hat to the Jaguars. The way we were trending, I did not see this performance coming down.
“We never got on track. We talked a lot about starting fast this week, and we did not do that. ... How are you going to deal with it? There’s only two choices: It’s either character or compromise. Those are questions for everybody.”
The Panthers had more injury issues during the game. Guard Cade Mays left with a finger injury and then linebacker Marquis Haynes, a sixth-year pro who grew up in Jacksonville, was carted off the field in the third quarter with a concussion. He was taken to a hospital for further testing and did not fly home with the team.
Haynes flashed a thumbs-up sign to the crowd as he left the stadium. It was one of the few occasions Carolina fans had to cheer.
The Panthers finished with 124 yards, were 1 of 13 on third down and had defensive lineman Derrick Brown ejected along with Jacksonville left tackle Cam Robinson late in the fourth. They ripped off each other's helmets after a play.
“Missed opportunities. Just execution top to bottom,” Young said. “There’s a long list of stuff I’ve got to do better, and then offensively we all take responsibility. We all look in the mirror, and I think ‘disconnected’ is a good word.
“Just wasn’t executing, wasn’t translating, and as far as the offense, that’s on me.”
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Seeking details on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can catch all eight games involving teams from the Pac-12.
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WEYMOUTH, MASS. (WHDH) - A crowd gathered at a bar in Weymouth on Sunday to attend a Celebration of Life for an elderly man who perished in a fast-moving fire in Braintree the day before.
A passerby reported the fire on Hobart Avenue just after 4 a.m. and fire crews located John “Sean” Sullivan, 85, inside and pronounced him dead at the scene.
Friends and loved ones gathered Sunday at The Cottage Bar to pay their respects.
Those who spoke with 7NEWS said Sullivan was a well-liked regular who was quick to do favors for others.
Fire officials say a preliminary investigation suggests the fire was not suspicious in nature.
“On behalf of the Braintree Fire Department, I want to express our heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones,” said Chief O’Brien. “I also want to point out that we found no working smoke alarms at the scene. Please, take a moment today to be sure you have working smoke alarms on every level of your home. Don’t start the new year without them.”
The fire spread rapidly and caused major damage to the home but firefighters were able to contain it to the building of origin. A second alarm was struck shortly after arrival and firefighters battled the blaze for almost an hour before bringing it under control.
The fire is being investigated by the Braintree Fire Department, Braintree Police Department, and State Police assigned to the offices of the State Fire Marshal and Norfolk District Attorney.
“Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they’re up to date and working properly,” said State Fire Marshal Davine. “Test them every month, replace the batteries twice a year, and replace the alarm after 10 years. If you’re purchasing a new one, select a photoelectric alarm from a well-known national brand. It should have a sealed, long-life battery and a hush feature to reduce the chance that it will be disabled.”
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Yukon Huang, former World Bank Director for China and Russia, explores the role of protests in Chinese political culture and their potential for affecting change.
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Yukon Huang, former World Bank Director for China and Russia, explores the role of protests in Chinese political culture and their potential for affecting change.
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First Alert Forecast
Starting the year of 2024 on a cooler note with rain chances by Wednesday.
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Happy New Year South Georgia! 2024 starts at midnight with the weather bring typically for January in South Georgia. Lows will make it into the upper 30s with partly cloudy skies. Through New Year’s Day, temperatures will warm up in the 60s with plenty of sunshine across the region. The rest of the week will be cool after a cold front moves through Monday evening into Tuesday morning. Highs and lows will be impacted with highs in the 50s and lows back in the low to mid-30s. There will be another frontal passage on Wednesday which will bring our first rain chances of 2024. This rainfall will be fairly widespread throughout the day, but no severe weather is expected at this time as this system moves through. We dry out for Thursday and Friday with another chance for rain back on Saturday. Have a great start to the year!
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College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
According to our projections, the best bet versus the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, scroll down.
See insights and computer predictions for that game and more below.
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
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Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Riley Minix scores 34 as Morehead State knocks off SE Missouri State 83-64
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (AP) - Riley Minix's 34 points led Morehead State over Southeast Missouri State 83-64 on Sunday night.
Minix also contributed eight rebounds for the Eagles (10-4, 1-0 Ohio Valley Conference). Jordan Lathon scored 20 points while going 8 of 19 (3 for 9 from 3-point range), adding nine rebounds and five assists. Drew Thelwell was 3-of-10 shooting (2 for 6 from 3-point range) to finish with nine points.
Aquan Smart finished with 17 points, six assists and two steals for the Redhawks (5-9, 1-1). Southeast Missouri State also got 14 points from Rob Martin. In addition, Adam Larson finished with 11 points.
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CUSA Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
The bowl season slate features four CUSA matchups, with Western Kentucky (+4.5) against Old Dominion among the best bets against the spread, according to our projections. For more suggestions, including parlay opportunities, see below.
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Pick: Western Kentucky +4.5 vs. Old Dominion
- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Old Dominion by 0.5 points
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Date: December 18
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Fresno State +3.5 vs. New Mexico State
- Matchup: New Mexico State Aggies at Fresno State Bulldogs
- Projected Favorite & Spread: New Mexico State by 0 points
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Louisiana +3.5 vs. Jacksonville State
- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Jacksonville State by 1.5 points
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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Best Week 18 CUSA Total Bets
Under 67.5 - Liberty vs. Oregon
- Matchup: Liberty Flames at Oregon Ducks
- Projected Total: 61.4 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
Over 48.5 - Western Kentucky vs. Old Dominion
- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Projected Total: 54.2 points
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Date: December 18
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Under 57.5 - Jacksonville State vs. Louisiana
- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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Kenyan Deputy President Defends Affordable Housing Project Amid Debates
In a fervent demonstration of the Kenyan government’s development agenda, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has robustly defended the implementation of an affordable housing project. During his appearance on the television program SundayLive, Gachagua underscored the significance of the project in creating numerous job opportunities for Kenyan citizens. His enthusiastic defense of the housing initiative has arrived amid ongoing debates on the utility and execution of such large-scale government endeavors.
Empowering Citizens Through Employment
The affordable housing project, situated in Bahati sub-county, Nakuru, is already 20 per cent complete and is expected to reach fruition in July 2024. Notably, the project has been a boon for employment, offering over 500 residents, including mechanical engineers, plumbers, masons, steel fixers, carpenters, and welders, an opportunity to earn their livelihoods. In a step further, skilled workers will be registered and accredited under the National Construction Authority, a move that will aid them in securing jobs in other government or private construction projects.
Boosting Local Economy through Technology Transfer and SMEs
Aside from creating job opportunities, the project aims to empower workers and residents through technology transfer. In a bid to boost the local economy, tenders for construction materials will be awarded to small and midsize enterprises (SMEs). The project, comprising 60 studio units, 20 one-bedroom units, 120 two-bedroom units, and 20 three-bedroom units, will also feature social amenities and commercial areas.
Transforming Communities, Reducing Crime
The construction of affordable housing has had a transformative impact on the local community. The project has been instrumental in reducing petty crimes in the area. Not stopping at that, the government is also embarking on the construction of 605 affordable housing units in the Bondeni slums. Gachagua’s comments highlight the government’s commitment to ensuring that affordable housing remains accessible to a broader segment of the population, thus contributing to economic growth and social welfare.
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The PGA Tour believes it has made enough progress with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf to extend their negotiations into next year for a new commercial deal that would include a U.S. investment group and the European tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a memo to players on Sunday afternoon, just seven hours before the deadline to finalize the deal that was set in the June 6 framework agreement.
The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made “meaningful progress” with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
“As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents,” Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as “active and productive.”
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. “We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date,” Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
“These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors,” Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an “objective, empirical-driven evaluation” of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a “fair and objective” process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight “signature” events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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Study shows patients hospitalized for flu or COVID-19First identified in 2019 in Wuhan, China, COVID-19, or Coronavirus disease 2019, (which was originally called "2019 novel coronavirus" or 2019-nCoV) is an infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). It has spread globally, resulting in the 2019–22 coronavirus pandemic.” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>COVID-19 face increased risk of long-term health problems and death.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, extensive research has emerged detailing the virusA virus is a tiny infectious agent that is not considered a living organism. It consists of genetic material, either DNA or RNA, that is surrounded by a protein coat called a capsid. Some viruses also have an outer envelope made up of lipids that surrounds the capsid. Viruses can infect a wide range of organisms, including humans, animals, plants, and even bacteria. They rely on host cells to replicate and multiply, hijacking the cell's machinery to make copies of themselves. This process can cause damage to the host cell and lead to various diseases, ranging from mild to severe. Common viral infections include the flu, colds, HIV, and COVID-19. Vaccines and antiviral medications can help prevent and treat viral infections.” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>virus’s ability to attack multiple organ systems, potentially resulting in a set of enduring and often disabling health problems known as long COVID. Now, new research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care System indicates that people hospitalized with seasonal influenza also can suffer long-term, negative health effects, especially involving their lungs and airways.
Comparative Study of COVID-19 and Seasonal Influenza
The new study comparing the viruses that cause COVID-19 and the flu also revealed that in the 18 months after infection, patients hospitalized for either COVID-19 or seasonal influenza faced an increased risk of death, hospital readmission, and health problems in many organ systems. Further, the time of highest risk was 30 days or later after initial infection.
Key Findings and Implications
“The study illustrates the high toll of death and loss of health following hospitalization with either COVID-19 or seasonal influenza,” said senior author Ziyad Al-Aly, MD, a clinical epidemiologist at Washington University. “It’s critical to note that the health risks were higher after the first 30 days of infection. Many people think they’re over COVID-19 or the flu after being discharged from the hospital. That may be true for some people. But our research shows that both viruses can cause long-haul illness.”
The findings were published December 14 in The LancetFounded in 1823 by Thomas Wakley, The Lancet is a weekly peer-reviewed general medical journal. It is one of the world's oldest, most prestigious, and best known general medical journals. The journal publishes original research articles, review articles ("seminars" and "reviews"), editorials, book reviews, correspondence, as well as news features and case reports. The Lancet has editorial offices in London, New York, and Beijing. ” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>The Lancet Infectious Diseases.
The statistical analysis spanned up to 18 months post-infection and included a comparative evaluation of risks of death, hospital admissions, and 94 adverse health outcomes involving the body’s major organ systems.
Novel Approach in Research
“A review of past studies on COVID-19 versus the flu focused on a short-term and narrow set of health outcomes,” said Al-Aly, who treats patients within the VA St. Louis Health Care System and is an assistant professor of medicine at Washington University. “Our novel approach compared the long-term health effects of a vast array of conditions. Five years ago, it wouldn’t have occurred to me to examine the possibility of a ‘long flu.’ A major lesson we learned from SARS-CoV-2Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the official name of the virus strain that causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Previous to this name being adopted, it was commonly referred to as the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), the Wuhan coronavirus, or the Wuhan virus.” data-gt-translate-attributes=”[{“attribute”:”data-cmtooltip”, “format”:”html”}]” tabindex=”0″ role=”link”>SARS-CoV-2 is that an infection that initially was thought to only cause brief illness also can lead to chronic disease. This revelation motivated us to look at long-term outcomes of COVID-19 versus flu.
“We wanted to know whether and to what degree people with flu also experience long-term health effects,” Al-Aly said. “The big answer is that both COVID-19 and the flu led to long-term health problems, and the big aha moment was the realization that the magnitude of long-term health loss eclipsed the problems that these patients endured in the early phase of the infection. Long COVID is much more of a health problem than COVID, and long flu is much more of a health problem than the flu.”
Differences in Health Risks Between COVID-19 and Seasonal Influenza
However, the overall risk and occurrence of death, hospital admissions, and loss of health in many organ systems are substantially higher among COVID-19 patients than among those who have had seasonal influenza, Al-Aly said. “The one notable exception is that the flu poses higher risks to the pulmonary system than COVID-19,” he said.
“This tells us the flu is truly more of a respiratory virus, like we’ve all thought for the past 100 years. By comparison, COVID-19 is more aggressive and indiscriminate in that it can attack the pulmonary system, but it can also strike any organ system and is more likely to cause fatal or severe conditions involving the heart, brain, kidneys, and other organs.”
Data Source and Patient Demographics
The researchers analyzed de-identified medical records in a database maintained by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the nation’s largest integrated healthcare delivery system. They evaluated information involving 81,280 patients hospitalized for COVID-19 at some point from March 1, 2020, through June 30, 2022, as well as 10,985 patients hospitalized for seasonal influenza at some point from October 1, 2015, through February 28, 2019.
Patients represented multiple ages, races, and sexes.
Regarding both viruses, patient vaccination status did not affect results. Those in the COVID-19 cohort were hospitalized during the pre-delta, delta, and omicron eras.
Study Findings on COVID-19 and Seasonal Influenza
During the overall 18-month study period, patients who had COVID-19 faced a 50% higher risk of death than those with seasonal influenza. This corresponded to about eight more deaths per 100 persons in the COVID-19 group than among those with the flu.
Although COVID-19 showed a greater risk of health loss than seasonal influenza, infection with either virus carried significant risk of disability and disease. The researchers found COVID-19 exhibited increased risk of 68% of health conditions examined across all organ systems (64 of the 94 adverse health outcomes studied), while the flu was associated with elevated risk of 6% of health conditions (six of the 94) – mostly in the respiratory system.
Also, over 18 months, COVID-19 patients experienced an increased risk of hospital readmission as well as admission to an intensive care unit (ICU). For every 100 persons in each group, there were 20 more hospital admissions and nine more ICU admissions in COVID-19 than flu.
The Importance of Vaccinations
“Our findings highlight the continued need to reduce the risk of hospitalization for these two viruses as a way to alleviate the overall burden of health loss in populations,” Al-Aly said.
“For both COVID-19 and seasonal influenza, vaccinations can help prevent severe disease and reduce the risk of hospitalizations and death. Optimizing vaccination uptake must remain a priority for governments and health systems everywhere. This is especially important for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and people who are immunocompromised.”
Acknowledging Long-Term Health Effects
In both COVID-19 and the flu, more than half of deaths and disability occurred in the months after infection as opposed to the first 30 days, the latter of which is known as the acute phase.
“The idea that COVID-19 or flu are just acute illnesses overlooks their larger long-term effects on human health,” Al-Aly said. “Before the pandemic, we tended to belittle most viral infections by regarding them as somewhat inconsequential: ‘You’ll get sick and get over it in a few days.’ But we’re discovering that is not everyone’s experience. Some people are ending up with serious long-term health issues. We need to wake up to this reality and stop trivializing viral infections and understand that they are major drivers of chronic diseases.”
Reference: “Long-term outcomes following hospital admission for COVID-19 versus seasonal influenza: a cohort study” by Yan Xie, Taeyoung Choi and Ziyad Al-Aly, 14 December 2023, The Lancet Infectious Diseases.
DOI: 10.1016/S1473-3099(23)00684-9
This research was funded by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Big Ten on the schedule. For details on how to watch all of the postseason action, keep scrolling.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen ran for two touchdowns, cornerback Rasul Douglas returned one of his two interceptions for a score and the Buffalo Bills maintained their clear path to the playoffs with a 27-21 win over the New England Patriots on Sunday.
The three-time division champion Bills (10-6) now prepare for a season-ending showdown at Miami (11-5) next weekend that will decide the AFC East title. Buffalo has already defeated the Dolphins this year, and Miami blew a chance at clinching the division title with a 56-19 loss to Baltimore on Sunday.
The Bills have yet to clinch a playoff berth but could do so Sunday with a Pittsburgh loss or tie at Seattle and a Cincinnati loss or tie at Kansas City.
Buffalo won its fourth straight and fifth in six games by overcoming an inconsistent offense which settled for a touchdown and two field goals off three defensive takeaways inside the Patriots 30 in the first half. The Bills also responded after the Patriots opened the game with Jalen Reagor’s 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
Allen converted three third-down opportunities on Buffalo’s final drive to run out the final 5:02. He capped the time-consuming drive by lowering his head on a 4-yard run on third-and-3 from the Patriots 16.
New England (4-12) proved both stout in a game it had little to play for and sloppy in committing four turnovers. The Patriots are in jeopardy of finishing with their fewest wins in coach Bill Belichick’s tenure, which he opened with a 5-11 record in 2000.
Bailey Zappe had more interceptions (three) than the Patriots had first downs (two) during New England’s first six possessions. Receiver Pharaoh Brown also lost a fumble.
Zappe’s first interception came on his first attempt, when defensive tackle Ed Oliver dived to catch the ball after it was tipped by Douglas. Zappe’s third interception was returned 40 yards by Douglas for a score, putting Buffalo ahead 20-7 less than four minutes into the second quarter.
The second-year quarterback steadied himself and finished 16 of 26 for 209 yards and scored on an 18-yard run. Ezekiel Elliott also scored on a 6-yard run, cutting the Bills lead to 27-21 with 11:01 remaining. New England went three-and-out on its next possession and never got the ball back.
The Bills blitzing defense was too much for Zappe, who dropped to 2-3 since the Patriots benched Mac Jones.
For Buffalo, Allen scored his team-leading 15th TD rushing, one short of matching the team’s season record set in a 14-game season by O.J. Simpson 1975.
Allen had his streak of games throwing a touchdown end at 23. He finished 15 of 30 for 169 yards and interception.
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UConn vs. DePaul Predictions, BetMGM Promo Codes, & Picks: Spread, Total - January 2
Tuesday's contest between the No. 5 UConn Huskies (11-2, 1-1 Big East) and DePaul Blue Demons (3-9, 0-1 Big East) at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion has a projected final score of 82-63 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored UConn, so it should be a one-sided matchup. The game will start at 6:30 PM ET on January 2.
The game has no set line.
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UConn vs. DePaul Game Info & Odds
- Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- TV: Fox Sports 1
- Where: Storrs, Connecticut
- Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
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UConn vs. DePaul Score Prediction
- Prediction: UConn 82, DePaul 63
Spread & Total Prediction for UConn vs. DePaul
- Computer Predicted Spread: UConn (-19.1)
- Computer Predicted Total: 144.8
UConn has a 7-5-0 record against the spread so far this season compared to DePaul, who is 4-7-0 ATS. The Huskies are 6-6-0 and the Blue Demons are 4-7-0 in terms of hitting the over.
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UConn Performance Insights
- The Huskies' +244 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 18.8 points per game) is a result of scoring 83 points per game (37th in college basketball) while giving up 64.2 per outing (38th in college basketball).
- UConn wins the rebound battle by an average of 10.4 boards. It is pulling down 39.6 rebounds per game (68th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 29.2 per outing.
- UConn knocks down 8.1 three-pointers per game (127th in college basketball) at a 32.7% rate (223rd in college basketball), compared to the 6.1 per game its opponents make at a 35.1% rate.
- The Huskies rank seventh in college basketball by averaging 109 points per 100 possessions on offense, and defensively are 58th in college basketball, allowing 84.4 points per 100 possessions.
- UConn has come up on top in the turnover battle by 1.2 turnovers per game, committing 9.5 (30th in college basketball action) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
DePaul Performance Insights
- The Blue Demons' -102 scoring differential (being outscored by 8.5 points per game) is a result of putting up 66.9 points per game (331st in college basketball) while giving up 75.4 per outing (283rd in college basketball).
- DePaul falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.9 boards. It pulls down 31.3 rebounds per game (350th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 36.2.
- DePaul makes 6.9 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.2 on average.
- DePaul has lost the turnover battle on average this season, committing 13.3 per game (298th in college basketball) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 2:10 PM EST|Updated: 2 hours ago
Seeking details on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
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Hayes scores 21 as San Diego defeats NAIA Westcliff 78-65
SAN DIEGO (AP) - PJ Hayes scored 21 points as San Diego beat NAIA Westcliff 78-65 on Sunday night.
Hayes shot 7 for 12, including 5 for 10 from beyond the arc for the Toreros (10-5). Dragos Lungu added 13 points while shooting 5 for 12, including 1 for 5 from beyond the arc, and grabbed seven rebounds. Wayne McKinney III was 3-of-12 shooting and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 10 points, while adding seven rebounds and five assists.
The Warriors were led by Jamal Briscoe, who posted 19 points, eight rebounds and four assists. John Duff added 12 points, eight rebounds and three blocks for Westcliff. In addition, Justin Boateng finished with 11 points and two steals.
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Kenyan President Ruto’s New Year Message Sets Tone for 2024
In a momentous New Year’s message from Nakuru State Lodge, President William Ruto of Kenya set the tone for 2024. He rallied the nation around the accomplishments of the past year and outlined an ambitious roadmap for the future.
An Inclusive Celebration
In a departure from his predecessor’s practice, Ruto’s New Year message was delivered from Nakuru State House, following his Christmas celebrations at his rural home in Sugoi in Uasin Gishu. The occasion was marked by an interdenominational service, with religious leaders of both Islamic and Christian faiths in attendance, alongside Cabinet secretaries, elected and non-elected leaders, and guests from all over the country. The inclusive celebration was a testament to the President’s commitment to unity and diversity.
Achievements of the Past Year
President Ruto’s address took a look back at the past year. He reminded the nation of the decisive measures taken to stabilize the economy, such as reducing expenditure by up to Sh 400 billion and increasing tax revenues by Sh 600 billion. He also drew attention to the country’s success in weathering economic threats, meeting sovereign debt obligations, and reducing inflation to 6.8 per cent. With a GDP growth rate of 5.4 per cent, Kenya was hailed as the 29th fastest growing economy globally.
Outlining the New Year’s Aspirations
The President’s New Year message also set the stage for the year 2024. He emphasized a paradigm shift in handling national issues, encouraging constructive competition of ideas and a new political culture for Kenya. Among the initiatives he highlighted were collaborations with farmers to increase food production, the introduction of an inclusive economic growth model, and the launch of a digital superhighway infrastructure with 22,000 computers. He also underscored Kenya’s global recognition in areas such as climate leadership, tourism, and foreign direct investment.
As Kenyans ushered in 2024, the President’s address fostered a sense of optimism and anticipation, setting the nation on a path towards progress and inclusivity.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 2 hours ago
Seeking details on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
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SEATTLE — (AP) — Najee Harris rushed for a season-high 122 yards and bullied his way into the end zone for a pair of touchdowns, and the Pittsburgh Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive into Week 18 with a 30-23 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Using a punishing running attack that faced little resistance from Seattle, the Steelers (9-7) pushed their way into the final week of the regular season with a chance at the postseason and ensured that Mike Tomlin’s team would yet again avoid a losing record.
Harris had not hit the century mark rushing this season, his closest coming when he ran for 99 yards against Cincinnati. But he combined with Jaylen Warren for a running punch that Seattle struggled to stop.
Harris averaged 4.5 yards per carry and reached the 100-yard mark for the first time since Week 17 of last season against Baltimore. Warren added another 75 yards rushing and scored on a 18-yard run in the first quarter.
Harris scored on a 9-yard touchdown run in the second quarter breaking several tackles on his way to the goal line before a final lunge to break the plane. In the third quarter, Harris scored on a 4-yard run with a big assist from his linemen pushing the pile into the end zone to give the Steelers a 24-17 lead.
Pittsburgh thrived against Seattle’s run defense that has been awful for more than half the season and finished with 202 yards rushing and a season-high 468 total yards. Pittsburgh was the sixth straight opponent to rush for at least 135 yards against the Seahawks.
Quarterback Mason Rudolph was 18 of 24 for 274 yards and hit the big throws when needed, none more important than a 34-yard completion to George Pickens on third-and-6 early in the fourth quarter. Pickens made a terrific diving finger-tip catch and led to Chris Boswell's 26-yard field goal that gave the Steelers a 27-20 lead with 7:07 left.
Rudolph also hit Pickens for 24 yards with two minutes left and Seattle desperately needing a stop. Pickens had seven catches for 131 yards.
Seattle (8-8) had its two-game win streak snapped and while the Seahawks weren’t eliminated from the postseason, they will need a victory and a lot of help in Week 18.
Geno Smith threw for 290 yards and a 12-yard TD to Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the first half. Kenneth Walker III added 53 yards rushing and a 13-yard TD in the first half, but the Seahawks settled for three field goals in the second half and Smith committed one big turnover.
Nick Herbig forced and recovered a fumble sacking Smith with seven minutes left, giving the Steelers possession at the Seattle 16 and Boswell’s 21-yard field goal with 4:31 left pushed the Pittsburgh lead to 30-20.
INJURIES
Seattle took two major hits to its offensive line. Starting right tackle Abe Lucas played the entire first half, but went to the locker room early before the second quarter ended and was ruled out with a knee injury when the second half started.
Three plays into the third quarter, center Evan Brown had to be helped off the field and was ruled out with a concussion.
UP NEXT
Steelers: Pittsburgh will be at Baltimore in Week 18.
Seahawks: Seattle closes out the regular season at Arizona next week.
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College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
According to our projections, the best bet versus the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, scroll down.
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
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Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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SINGAPORE - Every day, Madam Ng Gim is reminded that her four adult children have special needs, sometimes through unwelcome chatter when strangers stare.
Madam Ng's sons Lee Eng Ang, 56, and Lee Eng Chwee, 50, and daughters Lee Bee Lan, 54, and Lee Peng Peng, 52, were born with intellectual disabilities.
The 77-year-old, who is unclear about her own health needs, has been their only caregiver since her husband died in 2019 from pneumonia.
In truth, she has been their only caregiver for most of their lives. A deliveryman for a soft drink company, her husband Lee Cheng Zhi was often out for work.
He also had a habit of racking up gambling debts, and she had to help clear them, she said. So she did odd jobs, and then rushed home to look after her children.
She knew her children were special when they were young. They were not able to express themselves verbally, and either did not attend school, or dropped out after they were deemed unsuited for mainstream education.
Madam Ng knew they had to be protected even from relatives, who sought to remind her they were children with special needs.
One family member used to help look after the children when they were younger, but the woman would often lock them in a room for hours.
Madam Ng said she would return to find they had soiled themselves. When asked if she has any happy memories, she shrugged her shoulders and offered a firm "no".
"They (her children) are like that, I have no choice," she told The Sunday Times in Mandarin.
When asked about her plans for the future, she said: "If I can't talk or walk in the future, I plan to go to a nursing home. And if possible, I hope my kids can join me."
If that is not possible, she hopes they can at least join an activity centre near her, so they can visit regularly.
Elderly caregivers
The Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (Minds), which serves people with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers and families, has about 90 caregivers aged 65 and above who are caring for their adult children with special needs.
Madam Ng is one of them.
In November, Minds facilitated an interview at the Woodlands Employment Development Centre (WEDC), in Woodlands Ring Road.
Throughout the one-hour chat with Madam Ng, her four children never left her side.
They listened attentively to their "mama" and would turn to look at her when she uttered their names.
They also broke into excited chatter when she brought up old stories, like their time in a Sembawang kampung.
It was tough looking after the children on her own.
"When I came home (from work), I didn't have time to sleep. I would clean their rooms and help them wash up, and cook for them," said Madam Ng, who now lives in Yishun.
Some years back, she sought help from her Member of Parliament, who referred her children to Minds' Towner Gardens School.
The school, started in 1983, provides children with intellectual disabilities with an education, including in functional literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
The siblings graduated in the 1980s and 90s, and were placed in vocational training programmes.
Mr Lee Eng Ang and his sister, Ms Lee Bee Lan, now work around six hours, from Monday to Friday, at WEDC, where they pack coffee sachets and dental kits.
WEDC offers employment development programmes for people with special needs, which includes training them in vocational skills. The centre also collaborated with businesses to provide jobs within the WEDC.
People with special needs can also be given specialised on-the-job training to prepare them for open employment beyond the centre.
Ms Lee Peng Peng currently works for a laundry and dry-cleaning service provider in Woodlands, while Mr Lee Eng Chwee helps pack carrots at a supermarket warehouse. Minds helped secure the jobs.
Madam Ng, who retired from her job as a caretaker in a secondary school in August 2022, now spends her days at home waiting and cooking for her children. They get home by 5pm every day.
Although all of them are able to shower, eat and work, WEDC social worker Sharifah Shakeela said it is not easy to care for adults with special needs.
As her children are getting older, it is physically demanding for Madam Ng to accompany them for their regular medical check-ups, she added.
"Having to manage the health and administrative matters might also be taxing for Madam Ng, who may be limited in her language and digitalisation (skills)," said Ms Sharifah.
She helps Madam Ng make appointments online, and explains letters the older woman receives from the authorities.
"She's a very resilient caregiver. She's very resourceful - she knows where to get help from," said Ms Sharifah.
Charged in court
Madam Ng frets the most over Mr Lee Eng Ang. In May 2023, he was charged in court with theft and possessing items that were reasonably suspected of being stolen.
He had previously served one week in jail for theft.
Pro-bono lawyer Josephus Tan from Invictus Law argued for the recent case to be thrown out on the basis that Mr Lee Eng Ang was unfit to enter a plea.
He was eventually granted a discharge amounting to acquittal.
Mr Tan said Madam Ng accompanied her son to court every time his case was mentioned, which was about once or twice a month, and every trip was painful for her.
"When I first saw them in court, she was teary-eyed... she was worried that her son would go to prison again. She said: 'He can't even control his bowels, he would be bullied inside. Who would take care of him?'" said Mr Tan.
The Community Justice Centre (CJC), a charity organisation providing support for court users who are not represented by a lawyer, told ST that Madam Ng was unsuccessful in obtaining public legal aid for her son as they live in a four-room Housing Board flat.
The Public Defender's Office, which provides criminal defence aid for Singaporeans and permanent residents, conducts a means and merits test before assigning its public defenders to a case.
To qualify for aid, applicants' average monthly per capita household income must be $1,500 and below, and their property's annual value cannot exceed $13,000.
Those above 60 years old must not have savings and investments exceeding $40,000.
The case was referred to the CJC, which contacted Mr Tan, and provided one-time financial aid to Madam Ng in the form of grocery vouchers.
Mr Tan said there is a need for a disability registry for criminal cases in Singapore, so individuals with intellectual disability can be diverted from the system instead of being prosecuted.
He acknowledged that some parents of children with special needs would be concerned that such a registry might lead to discrimination.
But he added: "I think (intellectual disability) is more well accepted now, and we can do more for them. There is a higher level of awareness of people with such situations in our community."
Ms Madeline Ho, a senior training officer at WEDC, who has been assisting Madam Ng's family for eight years, said that besides vocational skills, the Lee siblings are taught social skills.
"They have their individual uniqueness, yet are very close-knit. The siblings know what is happening in one another's lives and are very aware of each other," said Ms Ho.
Separately, the Special Needs Trust Company, a non-profit organisation, has created a plan for their long-term care needs, which includes managing the family's assets.
The plan ensures that when Madam Ng is no longer around, her children will still receive authorised expenses for their healthcare treatment and daily expenditure.
Madam Ng currently receives free groceries monthly from local charity Food from the Heart.
Minds said it cannot disclose whether she is receiving any other financial aid due to confidentiality.
More help
A total of 29 recommendations were made in the Enabling Masterplan 2030 to support people with disabilities and enable them to contribute to society.
Aside from increasing the employment rate of people with disabilities, a new task force will work on enabling people with disabilities to live in the community as independently as possible.
This will include designing housing and caregiving options ranging from concierge-type assistance for independent residents - where care managers coordinate services such as cleaning for residents - to community managers who organise activities for them.
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A spokesman for the Ministry of Social and Family Development said that from March 2023, the Home Caregiving Grant for people with disabilities and their caregivers was increased - from $200 a month to up to $400 a month.
Changes in policies have seen more people with disabilities employed, with employers of such individuals receiving wage offsets with the Enabling Employment Credit.
Between 2021 and 2022, 31.4 per cent of residents with disabilities aged 15 to 64 were employed, compared with 28.2 per cent between 2018 and 2019.
Madam Ng said she is happy that her children now have skills and jobs. She hopes that with some help, they will be able to live independently long after she is gone.
Yes, she is often reminded her children have special needs.
As the family posed for photos, she broke into a rare smile as her children gathered by her side and called out to their "mama".
To Madam Ng, her four children are just special.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Big Ten on the schedule. For details on how to watch all of the postseason action, keep scrolling.
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Senators name Steve Staios as GM, removing interim tag, and add Dave Poulin, Ryan Bowness to staff
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) - The Ottawa Senators removed the interim tag and appointed Steve Staios the team´s general manager on Sunday.
Staios joined the Senators as president of hockey operations on Sept. 29, and was later appointed the team´s interim general manager.
The move comes as owner Michael Andlauer looks to right his struggling team, having fired head coach D.J. Smith roughly two weeks ago. Jacques Martin was named interim head coach, with Daniel Alfredsson as an assistant coach.
The Senators entered Sunday's action last in the Atlantic Division with a record of 13-18-0.
In other management moves, the Senators named Dave Poulin the senior vice-president of hockey operations and Ryan Bowness the associate general manager.
Poulin, who was a contributor to TSN, played for the Philadelphia Flyers and Boston Bruins before joining the Toronto Maple Leafs' front office.
Bowness had been the general manager of the Senators´ AHL farm team, the Belleville Senators.
Both Poulin and Bowness will report to Staios.
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Kenyan Union Challenges Tax Policy Affecting Disabled Community
In a direct challenge to the Kenyan Revenue Authority’s (KRA) tax policy, the Kenya Union of Special Needs Education Teachers (KUSNET) has voiced its opposition to the directive mandating persons with disabilities to renew their tax exemption certificates every three years.
The union, representing a critical segment of Kenya’s population, has deemed this policy as both unfair and burdensome for the disabled community.
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Unfair and Burdensome Policy
KUSNET Secretary James Torome, speaking strongly against the policy, outlined the financial strain and demeaning nature of the renewal process.
He stated that failure to renew these certificates could result in a significant financial hit for employed persons with disabilities, with a potential loss of approximately 16% of their basic salary.
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This, Torome emphasized, is an undue burden placed on those who are already grappling with life’s challenges.
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QB Mayfield hurts ribs as Bucs lose 23-13 to the Saints and waste chance to clinch title at home
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wasted an opportunity to clinch their third consecutive NFC South championship.
But Sunday's 23-13 loss to New Orleans wasn't the only source of pain for Mayfield, who took a hard hit to the ribs when Saints defensive backs Tyrann Mathieu and Alontae Taylor slammed into him after the scrambling quarterback released a pass on a 2-point conversion attempt in the final two minutes.
"Ribs don´t feel too good," said Mayfield, who finished the game and expects to play in next Sunday's regular-season finale at Carolina. "Just sore."
X-rays were negative.
The successful 2-point throw to Chris Godwin was wiped out by a penalty when officials determined the receiver stepped out of the end zone before stepping back in to make a catch that would have trimmed what once a 20-point deficit to 23-15 with 1:37 remaining.
"It'll get easier throughout the week. The first few days are always the worst," Mayfield said of the prospect of having to play next week with sore ribs. "I've had a few broken ribs here and there and obviously - like I said - nothing showed to that extent as of right now. So yeah, I'll be able to deal with it and go from there."
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. The Saints won 23-13. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
The Bucs' offense was held off the scoreboard until midway through the fourth quarter and turned the ball over four times.
"They just played better than us. They executed better than us. They won the turnover battle," Tampa Bay coach Todd Bowles said. "When you do those type of things, you win the game."
Both teams are 8-8 heading into the final week of the regular season, with the Bucs needing a win in the regular-season finale for a franchise-best third consecutive division title.
But next weekend´s opponent, last-place Carolina, has nothing to lose and can play carefree. The Saints (8-8) close with a division game at home against Atlanta (7-9). If the Bucs lose, then the winner of Saints-Falcons will claim the division title.
"Obviously we know we have to win next week," Bowles said.
Mayfield, with his fourth team in six seasons that includes Carolina last season, threw for nine touchdowns and one interception during the four-game winning streak that followed a stretch in which Tampa Bay lost six of seven.
"I think we prepared great all week," Mayfield said. "We just didn't come out and bring it to Sunday. It didn't translate. You can't have that. You've got to be able to show up when we need it but luckily we have one more game to seal this thing."
Mayfield went 22 of 33 for 309 yards with two interceptions and two TDs. He was sacked twice and didn´t get the Bucs into the end zone until 7:50 to play when he hooked up with Trey Palmer to finish a 91-yard drive on a 22-yard TD catch.
Godwin caught the second TD pass from Mayfield, scoring on a 47-yard reception.
A week ago in a victory over Jacksonville, Mayfield passed for 283 yards and two scores. In an impressive road win at Green Bay a week before that, the 28-year old threw for 381 yards and four touchdowns.
Tampa Bay had just 44 yards of offense during the opening half.
"Our backs are against the wall," Mayfield said. "Somewhere we've been before. We've got to get it fixed, and move forward."
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) greets New Orleans Saints players after an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. The Saints won 23-13. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) scrambles under pressure from New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders (99) in the second half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) passes in the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) scrambles from New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) in the first half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
New Orleans Saints safety Johnathan Abram (24) sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) in the first half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) warms up before an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
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College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
According to our projections, the best bet versus the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, scroll down.
See insights and computer predictions for that game and more below.
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
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College Football Computer Picks - Best Total Bets
Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Kenya’s Political Maturity Showcased in Recent Elections: A Statement by President Ruto
In a recent interview on ‘SundayLive’ with Vicky Rubadiri, Kenya’s President William Ruto made a profound statement reflecting the country’s recent general elections. He marked this event as a milestone in the nation’s democratic journey, representing Kenya’s political maturity and robust democracy to the world. This signifies the country’s notable shift in political culture, moving beyond the era of ethnic-based politics and voter mobilization along ethnic lines.
Kenya’s Democratic Evolution
President Ruto’s statement highlighted a significant departure from the historical turmoil of election-related violence, implying that such disturbances are a thing of the past. This crucial shift indicates a significant evolution in Kenya’s political landscape, underlining the country’s commitment to peaceful and democratic elections.
Empowerment of the Kenyan People
Ruto underscored the role of the Kenyan people in these elections, asserting that it was the citizens who had the decisive voice in the electoral process, rather than any systemic influences. This empowers the citizens, marking a major departure from past elections where systemic influences often played a significant role.
A Hopeful Future despite Challenges
Meanwhile, Wiper Party leader and Azimio coalition co-principal Kalonzo Musyoka urged Kenyans to remain hopeful in the new year, despite challenges faced in 2023, including deaths during protests and the impact of the El Niño rains. According to the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA), 53 Kenyans died due to police brutality during anti-government demonstrations, and at least 175 people died due to the El Niño rains. Musyoka, however, encouraged Kenyans to maintain a positive outlook towards 2024 and wished them God’s blessings in the new year.
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NFL Live In-Game Betting Tips & Strategy: Vikings vs. Packers – Week 17
Minnesota (7-8) will face off against their NFC North-rival, the Green Bay Packers (7-8) in a matchup on Sunday, December 31, 2023 at U.S. Bank Stadium. The betting information foretells a close game, with the Vikings favored by 1 point. The over/under is 42.5 in the contest.
Planning to watch this week's matchup between the Vikings and the Packers and perhaps even put down some in-game bets? Find all of the live-betting insight you need in the article below.
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1st Quarter
- The Vikings have been winning after the first quarter in five games, have been losing after the first quarter in five games, and have been knotted up after the first quarter in five games in 2023.
- Minnesota's offense is averaging 3.1 points in the first quarter this season. On defense, it is allowing 2.6 points on average in the first quarter.
- In 2023, the Packers have been winning after the first quarter in seven games, have trailed after the first quarter in six games, and have been knotted up after the first quarter in two games .
2nd Quarter
- The Vikings have outscored their opponent in the second quarter in nine games this season, been outscored in the second quarter in two games, and they've tied in the second quarter in four games.
- Minnesota's offense is averaging 7.7 points in the second quarter this year. On defense, it is allowing 5.1 points on average in the second quarter.
- So far this season, the Packers have won the second quarter in seven games, been outscored in the second quarter in six games, and they've been knotted up in the second quarter in two games.
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3rd Quarter
- In 15 games this year, the Vikings have outscored their opponent in the third quarter five times, been outscored seven times, and tied three times.
- Offensively, Minnesota is averaging 5.3 points in the third quarter (eighth-ranked) this season. It is giving up 6.5 points on average in the third quarter (29th-ranked) on defense.
- Out of 15 games this season, the Packers have won the third quarter nine times, lost five times, and tied one time.
4th Quarter
- The Vikings have won the fourth quarter in six games this season, been outscored in that quarter in six games, and they've been knotted up in that quarter in three games.
- Minnesota's offense is averaging 4.5 points in the fourth quarter this year. On the other side of the ball, it is surrendering 5.9 points on average in that quarter.
- In the Packers' 15 games this season, they have outscored their opponent in the fourth quarter five times, lost eight times, and been knotted up two times.
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Vikings vs. Packers Half-By-Half Scoring Trends
1st Half
- The Vikings have been leading after the first half in eight games, have been behind after the first half in three games, and have been knotted up after the first half in four games in 2023.
- At the end of the first half, the Packers have been winning seven times (5-2 in those games), have been behind seven times (1-6), and have been tied one time (1-0).
2nd Half
- In 15 games this season, the Vikings have outscored their opponent in the second half three times, lost nine times, and tied three times.
- Minnesota's offense is averaging 9.8 points in the second half this season. On defense, it is giving up 12.3 points on average in the second half.
- So far this season, the Packers have outscored their opponent in the second half in six games (3-3 in those contests), been outscored in the second half in six games (2-4), and they've tied in the second half in three games (2-1).
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UConn vs. DePaul Predictions, BetMGM Promo Codes, & Picks: Spread, Total - January 2
Tuesday's contest between the No. 5 UConn Huskies (11-2, 1-1 Big East) and DePaul Blue Demons (3-9, 0-1 Big East) at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion has a projected final score of 82-63 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored UConn, so it should be a one-sided matchup. The game will start at 6:30 PM ET on January 2.
The game has no set line.
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UConn vs. DePaul Game Info & Odds
- Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- TV: Fox Sports 1
- Where: Storrs, Connecticut
- Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
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UConn vs. DePaul Score Prediction
- Prediction: UConn 82, DePaul 63
Spread & Total Prediction for UConn vs. DePaul
- Computer Predicted Spread: UConn (-19.1)
- Computer Predicted Total: 144.8
UConn has a 7-5-0 record against the spread so far this season compared to DePaul, who is 4-7-0 ATS. The Huskies are 6-6-0 and the Blue Demons are 4-7-0 in terms of hitting the over.
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UConn Performance Insights
- The Huskies' +244 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 18.8 points per game) is a result of scoring 83 points per game (37th in college basketball) while giving up 64.2 per outing (38th in college basketball).
- UConn wins the rebound battle by an average of 10.4 boards. It is pulling down 39.6 rebounds per game (68th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 29.2 per outing.
- UConn knocks down 8.1 three-pointers per game (127th in college basketball) at a 32.7% rate (223rd in college basketball), compared to the 6.1 per game its opponents make at a 35.1% rate.
- The Huskies rank seventh in college basketball by averaging 109 points per 100 possessions on offense, and defensively are 58th in college basketball, allowing 84.4 points per 100 possessions.
- UConn has come up on top in the turnover battle by 1.2 turnovers per game, committing 9.5 (30th in college basketball action) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
DePaul Performance Insights
- The Blue Demons' -102 scoring differential (being outscored by 8.5 points per game) is a result of putting up 66.9 points per game (331st in college basketball) while giving up 75.4 per outing (283rd in college basketball).
- DePaul falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.9 boards. It pulls down 31.3 rebounds per game (350th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 36.2.
- DePaul makes 6.9 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.2 on average.
- DePaul has lost the turnover battle on average this season, committing 13.3 per game (298th in college basketball) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
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S.K. Gupta, Director, Maryland Robotics Center, discusses why nature is such a great source of inspiration for robotic functions.
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S.K. Gupta, Director, Maryland Robotics Center, discusses why nature is such a great source of inspiration for robotic functions.
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What players filled up the box score yesterday in the NBA? Keep scrolling for a recap of the top performers, including leaders in multiple stat categories.
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Patriots keep battling for Belichick but come up short, drop to 4-12 after loss to Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) - Out of playoff contention and faced with uncertainty about Bill Belichick´s future, the New England Patriots battled until the final whistle Sunday for their longtime coach.
Quarterback Bailey Zappe and the Patriots were resilient despite dropping to 4-12 following a 27-21 loss to the division rival Buffalo Bills. New England, which defeated Buffalo once already, stayed competitive and made it a one-score game in the final quarter despite turning the ball over on four of their first six offensive series and falling behind by two touchdowns.
"Obviously a terrible first 20 minutes," Belichick said. "From there, we battled away. But obviously gave them too big of a lead and couldn´t get it back."
Amid speculation of major offseason changes looming in New England, the Patriots refused to give up on the season while also continuing a trend of being unable to put together four quarters of good football.
Before hosting the New York Jets in a meaningless season finale, the Patriots already have more losses than in any of Belichick´s 24 seasons in Foxborough - and the most since going 2-14 in 1992 in closing Dick MacPherson's two-season stint as coach.
Down 20-7 by the 2 1/2-minute mark of the second quarter and falling behind 27-14 after allowing Josh Allen's second of two 1-yard touchdown to open the third quarter, the Patriots mustered a response.
Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott, left, and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, right, part ways after meeting at mid-field following an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
"No one lost belief, no one lost faith, obviously no one quit," center David Andrews said.
Too many mistakes - not customarily seen during the Patriots' near two-decade run of dominance under the tandem of Belichick and Tom Brady - ultimately cost them.
Zappe's first pass attempt was tipped by cornerback Rasul Douglas and intercepted by diving defensive tackle Ed Oliver. Douglas picked off Zappe's third attempt at New England's 14 to set up Allen scoring on a 1-yard run. And on the quarterbacks' first completion on the next drive, Christian Benford ripped the ball away from tight end Pharaoh Brown.
Douglas intercepted Zappe again early in the second quarter and returned it for a 40-yard touchdown that gave the Bills a 20-7 lead.
"Things like that are going to happen," said Zappe, who finished 16-of-26 passing for 209 yards, while rushing for 37 yards and a touchdown. "But it´s how you respond, how you come back to the next series, and how you play."
After finishing each of the past 17 seasons with a positive turnover margin, New England is minus-10 this year.
A Patriots defense that limited Allen to 15-of-30 for 169 yards passing and two TDs rushing bent in the final 5:02 by allowing Buffalo to convert three third-down opportunities to run out the clock
"Proud of the way the whole team fought," Andrews said. "Showed a lot of mental toughness bouncing back from those. Just wasn´t enough in the end. Too much to overcome."
That mental toughness, Andrews said, is a trait Belichick has instilled in the Patriots.
Players are looking ahead to their last game of the season.
"Because we know next year we won´t have the same guys on our team," defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. said. "So we can give it all we got, play for each other, and go out there and ball."
Having guided the franchise to six Super Bowl championships but now playing out his third losing season in four years, Belichick was asked what it would take to restore "The Patriot Way."
Belichick responded on typical fashion: "We´ll get ready for the Jets next week."
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New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick meets with reporters after an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, NY., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) calls signals during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes )
New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas, left, gets past Buffalo Bills defensive end AJ Epenesa during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes )
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) spikes the football after scoring during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes )
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Kwame A Plus Articulates Socio-Political Views on United Showbiz
With a reputation for his outspokenness on socio-political matters, Kwame A Plus, the musician turned political activist, graced an episode of the United Showbiz program. Well recognized in Ghana for his tireless advocacy for transparency and accountability, his appearance sparked a flurry of discussions, both on and off the digital platforms.
Voicing Concerns and Assessing Governance
A Plus used this opportunity to dissect various government policies and the role of public officials. He emphasized the need for an open government, where every action is transparent and accountable to the citizens. His critique of the current state of affairs was both eloquent and thought-provoking, making listeners ruminate on the issues raised.
The Power of Media and Public Discourse
Acknowledging the role of the media, Kwame A Plus highlighted its importance in promoting healthy public discourse. He opined that media, especially digital platforms, have a critical role in shaping national dialogue. The lively discussions and debates that followed his appearance on the show bore testimony to his assertion.
Encouraging Youth Participation
One aspect that stood out during his appearance was his emphasis on youth participation in politics and social movements. A Plus is a firm believer in the power of the youth to drive change. His efforts towards encouraging the younger generation to take up the mantle of social and political change were evident in his dialogues.
Overall, the United Showbiz program served as a platform for Kwame A Plus to articulate his perspectives on national matters and engage with a wider audience. His appearance not only sparked debates but also reinforced his position as a strong advocate for socio-political reform in Ghana.
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Australia's iconic opening batter David Warner began the new year with an announcement of his retirement from ODI cricket along with Test cricket. Warner, who will be playing his final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground against Pakistan, has stated that he is hanging his boots from the 50-over format as well but will be available for the Champions Trophy if needed.
"I'm definitely retiring from one-day cricket as well. 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," Warner said on Monday at the SCG where he is scheduled to play his last Test.
"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," he added.
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UAB vs. Florida Atlantic January 14 Tickets & Start Time
The UAB Blazers (8-5, 0-0 AAC) meet a fellow AAC squad, the Florida Atlantic Owls (10-3, 0-0 AAC), on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at FAU Arena. The game will start at 12:00 PM ET and you can watch via ESPN+.
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UAB vs. Florida Atlantic Game Information
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- Game Day: Sunday, January 14
- Game Time: 12:00 PM ET
- TV: ESPN+
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UAB Players to Watch
- Eric Gaines: 13.3 PTS, 3.8 REB, 5 AST, 2.8 STL, 0.4 BLK
- Yaxel Lendeborg: 10.6 PTS, 8.4 REB, 1.8 AST, 0.5 STL, 2.1 BLK
- Javian Davis: 11.7 PTS, 6.9 REB, 1.2 AST, 1.2 STL, 0.4 BLK
- Alejandro: 9.5 PTS, 3.3 REB, 1 AST, 0.4 STL, 0.3 BLK
- Christian Coleman: 5.8 PTS, 4.1 REB, 0.5 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.8 BLK
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Florida Atlantic Players to Watch
- Johnell Davis: 16.3 PTS, 7 REB, 2.2 AST, 1.8 STL, 0.3 BLK
- Vladislav Goldin: 14.9 PTS, 6.7 REB, 0.5 AST, 0.7 STL, 1.6 BLK
- Alijah Martin: 12.5 PTS, 4.9 REB, 1.1 AST, 1.7 STL, 0.2 BLK
- Jalen Gaffney: 7.8 PTS, 3.7 REB, 3.5 AST, 0.6 STL, 0 BLK
- Bryan Greenlee: 7.5 PTS, 2 REB, 3.1 AST, 1 STL, 0 BLK
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New network debuts on K8 ch. 25.2 on New Year’s Day »
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 6:34 PM CST|Updated: 32 minutes ago
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - THE365 is a fresh alternative that will be on K8 ch. 25.2 starting on New Year’s Day.
THE 365 features blockbuster movies such as Will Smith in “I Am Legend” and Tyler Perry in “Madea’s Family Reunion,” along with hit series such as Oprah Winfrey’s “Queen Sugar.”
You can watch for free, over-the-air on K8 25.2.
With those changes, Circle Country will stop broadcasting on K8 25.2 on Jan. 1, but it will still be available for free on streaming platforms such as Roku, Samsung TV and more.
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Chief Justice Roberts casts a wary eye on the uses of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
Posted December 31, 2023 6:25 pm.
Last Updated December 31, 2023 6:42 pm.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Sunday turned his focus to the promise, and shortcomings, of artificial intelligence in the federal courts, in an annual report that made no mention of Supreme Court ethics or legal controversies involving Donald Trump.
Describing artificial intelligence as the “latest technological frontier,” Roberts discussed the pros and cons of computer-generated content in the legal profession. His remarks come just a few days after the latest instance of AI-generated fake legal citations making their way into official court records, in a case involving ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen.
“Always a bad idea,” Roberts wrote in his year-end report, noting that “any use of AI requires caution and humility.”
At the same time, though, the chief justice acknowledged that AI can make it much easier for people without much money to access the courts. “These tools have the welcome potential to smooth out any mismatch between available resources and urgent needs in our court system,” Roberts wrote.
The report came at the end of a year in which a series of stories questioned the ethical practices of the justices and the court responded to critics by adopting its first code of conduct. Many of those stories focused on Justice Clarence Thomas and his failure to disclose travel, other hospitality and additional financial ties with wealthy conservative donors including Harlan Crow and the Koch brothers. But Justices Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor also have been under scrutiny.
The country also is entering an the beginning of an election year that seems likely to enmesh the court in some way in the ongoing criminal cases against Trump and efforts to keep the Republican former president off the 2024 ballot.
Along with his eight colleagues, Roberts almost never discusses cases that are before the Supreme Court or seem likely to get there. In past reports, he has advocated for enhanced security and salary increases for federal judges, praised judges and their aides for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and highlighted other aspects of technological changes in the courts.
Roberts once famously compared judges to umpires who call balls and strikes, but don’t make the rules. In his latest report, he turned to a different sport, tennis, to make the point that technology won’t soon replace judges.
At many tennis tournaments, optical technology, rather than human line judges, now determines “whether 130 mile per hour serves are in or out. These decisions involve precision to the millimeter. And there is no discretion; the ball either did or did not hit the line. By contrast, legal determinations often involve gray areas that still require application of human judgment,” Roberts wrote.
Looking ahead warily to the growing use of artificial intelligence in the courts, Roberts wrote: “I predict that human judges will be around for a while. But with equal confidence I predict that judicial work — particularly at the trial level — will be significantly affected by AI.”
Mark Sherman, The Associated Press
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https://toronto.citynews.ca/2023/12/31/chief-justice-roberts-casts-a-wary-eye-on-the-uses-of-artificial-intelligence-in-the-federal-courts/
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