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Deontay Wilder knocking Robert Helenius spark out in one round between facing Tyson Fury, and Joseph Parker cost him dearly.
That’s the view of former undisputed heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis. The Briton says Wilder needed to get rounds under his belt while inactive. Instead, he blasted out Helenius in 177 seconds.
The October 2022 headliner was the only time Wilder entered a ring following his trilogy with Fury, which ended in late 2021.
By the time Wilder faced Parker two years later, he had less than a session of competitive boxing behind him. Lewis believes this was a decisive factor in the Saudi Arabia defeat.
Deontay Wilder had ring rust
Parker dominated a shot-shy Wilder, who was underweight, underprepared, and uninterested in the ‘Day of Reckoning’ co-headliner.
Wilder wanted to face Anthony Joshua, who was kept away from him again in favor of a semi-final that proved to be one of the most shocking blueprints of all time.
Lewis sees ring rust as a massive contributor to Parker’s impressive, unanimous decision triumph. The ex-champion expected Wilder to announce his retirement rather than another big event at that stage.
“I didn’t think he was going to step in the ring again,” Lewis told Ring Magazine. “When he took this fight, he had one round in two years against Robert Helenius. That didn’t really show anything. It actually did him more harm because he needed the work in that fight. Now, all of a sudden, he’s come to a big fight [against Parker on December 23].
“I know what [his team] did. I think his business mind took it because he was in no way prepared for Parker. He was not [prepared], even with a warm-up fight. He said he’s not going to be rusty.
“But he’s not Houdini. Everybody gets rusty. What he’s saying didn’t really compute to me.”
Parker
On Parker’s contrasting preparations for Wilder, Lewis added: “Parker’s last fight [a KO of Simon Kean] was amazing. The man looked good.
“He looked fierce, and he’s got a great trainer [Fury’s cousin Andy Lee], who brought out a lot more confidence in his boxing and more focus.
“I like what Parker’s done. If the guy is not throwing punches at you, make him pay and throw punches and combinations at him.”
“The Bronze Bomber” paid for his complacency. He needs to show more in the coming months or walk away from the sport for good.
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Ordinarily, adidas is good. But suddenly, adidas Basketball is great. While the adidas Samba and Gazelle sneakers continue to dominate the streets, adidas Basketball is on the other side of the spectrum turning heads with its new (and old) basketball sneakers.
Whether you know what a point guard does or not, it’s not difficult to see the streetstyle appeal of these big, chunky basketball sneakers.
The newest release, the adidas Mad IIInfinity, only strengthens adidas Basketball's argument.
With an upper streamlined like a car chassis and no less hefty, the Mad IIIfinity looks like a space-age vehicle sans wheels. It looks utterly alien and, yet, because the debut black colorway is so urbane, it doesn't look unapproachable.
In fact, you could actually see these things being adopted by fashion-forward types just as easily as they'll work for hoopers. Can't say that about most of today's ball sneakers.
Of course, you can't discuss renewed interest in adidas' basketball sneakers might be traced back to the 2023 release of the Crazy IIInfinity sneakers, a futuristic riff on Kobe Bryant’s Crazy 1s released all the way back in 1997.
The Crazy IIInfinity has a sleeker look to it than the Mad IIInfinity, giving it almost a slip-on appearance that's reinforced by metallic, neutral-toned colorways and limited branding aside from the occasional teeny Three Stripe logo here.
There’s even a covetable pair of offered with Lakers purple and gold, in homage to the fact that its legacy is rooted in Kobe’s Crazy 1s.
adidas Basketball then produced a series of ads with main man Anthony Edwards to promote his new signature shoe.
The ads are cheeky, fun, light, and center around an objectively gifted young player wearing an objectively solid-looking sneaker.
This is what a successful basketball product launch looks like.
And, recently, Kendrick Lamar wore a pair of vintage adidas basketball sneakers to Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2024 fashion show. He’s not the first celeb to rock a pair of basketball sneakers to the runway but it was a subtle signal that adidas basketball sneakers, new and old, are so, so hot right now.
With the re-release of Kobe’s Crazy 8 sneakers, now sporting some modern tweaks, there's even more renewed interest in his original collab with adidas back in the early aughts.
Vintage pairs run anywhere from a couple of hundred bucks to almost $5,000.
Most people think of Nike when they think of basketball shoes, probably because there's no more famous player to the layman than Michael Jordan.
But between Kobe’s ironclad legacy and everyone looking for the next, new It Sneaker, adidas basketball sneakers are in the right place at the right time.
They haven't crossed over to mainstream success just yet but give it time. adidas Basketball's era is now.
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Southern Gaza has seen the heaviest fighting over the past few weeks. But bombing has restarted in the north and the humanitarian situation has worsened there.
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Southern Gaza has seen the heaviest fighting over the past few weeks. But bombing has restarted in the north and the humanitarian situation has worsened there.
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Frank Ocean showed off a new look on social media, Wednesday, by posting a selfie featuring a new hairstyle. Fans have been sharing some praise for the look in response; however, most just want new music from the elusive singer. He hasn’t released a new project since 2016’s Blonde.
“He been out the way for 7 years and that’s the longest his hair got?” one fan joked in the comments when The Neighborhood Talk shared the picture. Another wrote: “I didn’t even realize I missed this man until I saw this photo..” Other users complained more seriously about the lack of new music from Ocean. “Man this n***a must’ve just said forget music. We been waiting for damn near a DECADE!” one wrote.
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Frank Ocean Attends Balenciaga Event In N.Y.C.
Ocean teased having a new album in store when he performed at Coachella in 2023. “It’s been so long, but I have missed you. I want to talk about why I’m here, because it’s not because of a new album. It’s because… not that there’s not a new album, just like… but there’s not right now,” he said on stage during the performance. Outside of the announcement, the show didn't go over well with fans. It started an hour late, featured no new music, and ended early due to the festival's curfew. A live stream of the set was also cut last-minute. Amid all of the complaints, he canceled a second performance at the event the following weekend. Further news didn't come until November of last year when Ocean teased a snippet of a new song on his Instagram Story.
Frank Ocean Shows Off New Look
Check out the new picture Ocean shared of himself on Instagram above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Frank Ocean on HotNewHipHop.
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The National Communication Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi has issued a response following the revelation of Ghana's colossal $8.5 million budget allocation for the 2023 AFCON.
Gyamfi, referencing data from the last seven AFCON tournaments, critiques the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government's allocation of $8.5 million, deeming it callous amid economic challenges.
Although there have been comparisons with the NDC government's past budgets for the AFCON, Sammy Gymafi disputes the claims of the NDC budgeting higher amounts, providing a breakdown of historical figures.
Gyamfi called for an investigation into the budget and urged critics to focus on scrutinizing the Black Stars' performance rather than engaging in misleading comparisons.
The long statement emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in handling public funds.
Read the full statement below:
SAMMY GYAMFI ESQ. WRITES ON THE MATTER OF GHANA’S HUMONGOUS 2023 AFCON BUDGET AND MATTERS ARISING:
1. Subsequent to the publication of the humongous budget allocation for Ghana’s participation in the 2023 AFCON by the hard working Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, I have noted that some New Patriotic Party apologists and their media surrogates have resorted to a campaign of subterfuge, ostensibly to justify this scandalous and mind-boggling revelation.
2. In a desperate attempt to justify the gargantuan budgetary allocation of the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government following Ghana’s embarrassing exit from the 2023 AFCON, these NPP apologists and their media hirelings have dabbled in all manner of deceptive analysis of equalization and rationalization without any reasonable basis.
3.For the avoidance of doubt, below are the budgetary allocations for the last seven (7) AFCON tournaments that Ghana has participated in:
2012- $5 million
2013- $4 million
2015 - $5.8 million
2017 - $3.4 million
2019 - $6.3 million
2021 - $9.7 million
2023 - $8.5 million
4. It is clear from the above data, that the staggering $8.5 million (GHS105 million) allocated by the corrupt Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government for Ghana’s calamitous outing in Cote D’Ivoire, is the second highest budgetary allocation ever in the history of Ghana’s participation at the AFCON.
The highest is the budgetary allocation of $9.7 million for the 2021 AFCON, under the wasteful and corrupt Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government.
5. In the face of the unprecedented economic crises that Ghanaians are currently faced with, characterized by debt default, high unemployment rate, excessive taxation, unbearable cost of living and excruciating hardships, it is callous and unconscionable for the failed Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government to have even thought of budgeting a whopping $8.5 million (equivalent to GHS105 million) for the 2023 AFCON.
6. Also, it is evident from the data above, that Ghana’s lowest AFCON budgetary allocation in recent history, was an amount of $3.4 million for the 2017 AFCON.
It is important to make the point, that even though this tournament was held in the year 2017, the budget was approved by the erstwhile NDC/Mahama government in 2016. See https://modernghana.com/sports/746871/afcon-2017-sports-ministry-approves-34m-budget-for-black.html
Claims that the erstwhile Mahama/NDC administration budgeted the highest amounts for previous AFCON competitions are completely false and should be treated with utmost contempt.
7. A cursory analysis of the budgetary allocations of other participating countries in the ongoing 2023 AFCON tournament, goes to confirm how wasteful and irresponsible the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government has been in these perilous times of extreme economic difficulty.
For instance, Namibia budgeted a modest amount of about $1.1 million dollars, while Zambia budgeted an amount of $2 million dollars for the 2023 AFCON. Even almighty Nigeria, budgeted a frugal amount of $1.3 million dollars for the 2023 AFCON. The list goes on and on. This begs the question as to why debt-stricken Ghana, will budget a colossal $8.5 million dollars for the same tournament.
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— Sammy Gyamfi (@SammyGyamfi_) January 31, 2024
SAMMY GYAMFI ESQ. WRITES ON THE MATTER OF GHANA’S HUMONGOUS 2023 AFCON BUDGET AND MATTERS ARISING:
1. Subsequent to the publication of the humongous budget allocation for Ghana’s participation in the 2023 AFCON by the hard working Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon.…
8. I must emphasize, that not only are all these African countries doing better than Ghana economically, but each of these countries is currently better off relative to football performance, the development of the game and its related infrastructure. Yet the budgets of these countries for the 2023 AFCON are three times or more lower than that of the corrupt Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government.
Having realised that evidence of previous AFCON budgets do not support their deceptive equalisation claims, these NPP apologists and their media collaborators have now shifted to a comparison of previous AFCON expenses.
It is important to point out, that expenses at AFCON tournaments are mainly contingent upon how far a country reaches in the tournament. Any comparison of AFCON expenses that doesn’t take into cognizance the stage the country reached in the tournaments under comparison, is utterly useless and nonsensical.
For instance, it is ridiculous to compare Ghana’s 2021 AFCON expenditure of $2.5 million, to Ghana’s 2015 AFCON expenditure of $5.8 million because, whereas the Black Stars progressed to the finals in the 2015 AFCON, they where eliminated at the group stages in 2021.
It is noteworthy, that Ghana reached the semi-finals of the 2012 and 2013 AFCON tournaments and played in the finals of the 2010 and 2015 AFCONs (all under the previous NDC administration). A simplistic comparison of the country’s total expenditure at these tournaments, with expenses at subsequent tournaments where Ghana was eliminated at the group stages or at the quarter final stage, is preposterous to say the least.
10.The NPP propagandists are basing their misleading narrative on false data published in 2019 by JoySports to the effect that, Ghana spent $15 million at the 2013 AFCON competition.
On the contrary, the record shows that the NDC/Mahama government took a decision to slash the GFA's budget of $8 million for the 2013 AFCON by half, as contained in this publication https://en.africatopsports.com/2013/01/05/ghana-confirms-afcon-budget-cut/ .
As a matter of fact, Government had to fall on the GNPC to significantly sponsor the modest budget for the 2013 AFCON due financial constraints.
The 2019 publication being attributed to JoySports, which many pundits and officials have referenced in times past, also claims that Ghana spent $8 million dollars on the 2015 AFCON. Again, this claim is completely unfounded as the facts show that Ghana only spent $5.8 million on the 2015 AFCON. See https://graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/afcon-2015-participation-cost-ghana-5-8million-ayariga.html
I would like to believe that this was a sincere error on the part of JoySports. They must do the needful by retracting this old publication immediately, lest they mislead and misinform the general public.
11. For those who claim that, the latest $8.5 million figure Ghanaians are outraged about, is just a mere budgetary allocation, it is instructive to note, that the Finance Minister in a letter dated 12th January, 2024 instructed the Controller and Accountant General to release an amount of $5 million US dollars (equivalent to GHS60.3 million) to the Ministry of Youth and Sports to facilitate Ghana’s preparations and participation in the 2023 AFCON.
For the records, this amount has already been transferred to the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Ghana Football Association, who have dissipated a chunk of it on ridiculous appearance fees, bonuses and other reckless expenses. This should be a legitimate cause for concern for every patriotic Ghanaian.
12. It is equally important to point out, that this amount is completely different from the $400 that was dished out like groundnut by the corrupt Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government to each of the numerous supporters of the ruling New Patriotic Party, who were transported to Cote D’Ivoire to cheer the Black Stars.
13. Instead of engaging in these baseless and shameful equalizations, we urge these NPP apologists and their unpatriotic backing vocalists in the media to channel their energies into calling for a bi-partisan probe into the scandalous 2023 AFCON budget and related expenditures.
It is absolutely imperative, for the nation to launch full-scale investigations into the shambolic performance of the Black Stars in order to forestall the embarrassment the nation suffered at Cote D’Ivoire, which has become symptomatic of the corrupt and wasteful Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration.
SIGNED.
SAMMY GYAMFI ESQ.
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Senior Airman Neysha Quinones, from the 96th Force Support Squadron, stands ready to lead in the flag detail at a full-honors funeral demonstration at the Honor Guard graduation ceremony Jan. 26, 2024 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Approximately 13 new Airmen graduated from the 120-plus-hour course. The graduation demonstration includes flag detail, rifle volley, pallbearers and bugler for friends, family and leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)
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Prepare for a royal touch to the iconic Air Jordan 1 High OG with the impending release of the "Metallic Gold" colorway. This iteration boasts a luxurious aesthetic, with the entire upper adorned in a shimmering gold hue. The metallic finish extends to the Nike Swoosh and ankle collar, elevating the classic silhouette to a new level of opulence. This Air Jordan 1 pays homage to the brand's rich history, reimagining a beloved model with a bold and regal twist. The timeless design elements, coupled with the dazzling gold accents, make this sneaker a standout in the Air Jordan lineage.
Anticipated by sneaker enthusiasts and collectors alike, the "Metallic Gold" colorway is poised to become a coveted addition to Jordan Brand aficionados' collections. Whether hitting the streets or making a statement on the court, the Air Jordan 1 High OG in "Metallic Gold" promises to capture attention and elevate any sneaker rotation. With its imminent release, this opulent iteration invites enthusiasts to step into a realm of luxury and style within the realm of iconic Air Jordans.
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“Metallic Gold” Air Jordan 1 High OG
This pair showcases a metallic gold rubber sole paired with a crisp sail midsole. The uppers are crafted from black leather, complemented by metallic gold leather overlays. The Air Jordan Wings logo, in black, sits atop the gold Nike Swoosh on the sides. The black tongue proudly displays gold Nike Air branding, while black laces tie the design together. In essence, this sneaker embodies a clean and straightforward colorway, combining a sleek black base with eye-catching gold overlays.
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Kicks On Fire reports that the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Metallic Gold” is going to drop on February 14th. Also, the retail price is expected to be $180 when they release. Let us know what you think of this sneaker, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the biggest releases from the biggest brands.
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Durban — A woman, who was allegedly raped by a 45-year-old man suspected of being a serial rapist and killer in the Queensburgh area, has spoken out about the trauma of her rape and how it has affected her life.
Speaking outside the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday where the trial was meant to have gotten under way but did not due to a power outage, she said she was living in fear – and in debt, after losing her job and having to settle for less gainful employment after the rape.
“My life has been destroyed, from day one I have not been coping. I had to find new accommodation, I have been moving from pillar to post because of finances; I lost my job.
“I’m currently working where I get paid less than previously. This has put me in debt. I have had to go under debt review because I was scared to lose my assets. I am living under a lot of fear,” she said.
Due to the power outage at court, the trial was moved to a later date. The accused can only be named once he pleads. He is charged with rape, two counts of housebreaking, and one robbery.
He had previously been charged with two counts of murder, two counts of rape and house robberies.
However, the two murder charges were provisionally withdrawn while the State continued investigating.
It is said that the man had made it hard for police to identify him in the past as he cleaned the scene, including his victims, with sanitiser after the crime, to eliminate DNA.
He had also allegedly gone to the lengths of biting his fingertips in a bid to not leave any evidence, and making it impossible for police to take his fingerprints upon arrest in the past.
The two murder charges that were provisionally withdrawn relate to Malvern residents, 40-year-old Evidence Ntombikile Seager and 72-year-old Savithree Moodley.
The rape victim said she was scared because she had no guarantee that the accused did not have allies on the outside who could possibly hurt her, given that her case was the only one with solid evidence.
She said following the rape she requested to be placed under witness protection, but this was rejected.
“I am all alone, rape is a taboo in my culture, so I have been washed away from my family, I have no one by my side. This has been hard on me financially and emotionally. The friends I had have left me out in the cold because they don’t want to associate with someone who was raped and I can’t trust anyone anymore.”
The woman said that before the rape she was ready to relocate to a new job.
“After this, I could not relocate because I had to be here in Durban so that police could be in contact with me. Right now I feel that the justice system is not doing much for me, none of my stolen goods have been returned. There’s a new investigating officer that I have seen once or twice, as opposed to the old one who was helpful, but he had to be taken off the case as he had been involved in the arrest of the accused for another matter prior to mine, and he was released.”
She said that as far as she knew, the accused had done this before.
“It’s habitual, it’s a pattern, and unfortunately I feel like I am being used to put him away. I constantly have to move and be out of Durban because I don’t feel safe.”
After losing her job, she said she had lost everything.
“My lifestyle is different from what is used to be, I can’t even afford clothes. If the death penalty was there it would be good, but if I could have a gun in my hand I’d shoot him myself so I can be at peace.”
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor has found a resurgence for her song “Murder On The Dancefloor” through TikTok. The track gained traction after appearing in the final scene of the recent movie Saltburn, which (spoiler alert) ends with a naked Barry Keoghan dancing around a mansion to it. Since then, listeners have used the dancefloor hit to soundtrack their own moves — or just to sing along, as it is insanely catchy.
Because of this, Ellis-Bextor has made her way onto the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time and is currently sitting at No. 51 — inching up the chart.
Here’s what to know about the song’s origins.
When Did Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s ‘Murder On The Dancefloor’ Come Out?
“Murder On The Dancefloor” was initially released back in 2001, as it was part of Ellis-Bextor’s debut album, Read My Lips. At the time of its release, the disco-inspired pop track peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart, staying there for 16 weeks. It also had crossover success in Australia, peaking at No. 3 over there.
“It actually feels really magical,” she told BBC following the reignited success. “And if I’m honest, I don’t think I’ve completely processed it really… It’s extraordinary. It’s a song I’ve been singing for over 20 years, I still love singing it. I love the way people react when I do it live. But for new people to be discovering it, for it to be making new memories with people is kind of beautiful.”
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| 2024-01-31T23:43:51Z
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Senate Republicans demanded that President Biden's national security funding package for Ukraine be tied to policy changes to address the crisis at the southwest border. But now that negotiators say they are ready to release details of a bipartisan plan to reduce the surge of migrants at the border, Republican divisions could scuttle the plan.
Months of negotiations between the Republicans, Democrats and the Biden administration officials are now threatened by politics. Former President Trump, the GOP's likely 2024 presidential nominee, has been publicly slamming the deal and urging lawmakers to oppose it.
Negotiators started the week promising to release a bill in the coming days. But by Wednesday, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appeared to signal he's ready to move on, and focus on getting money to two key U.S. allies at war.
"It's time for us to move something, hopefully including the border agreement, but we need to get help to Israel and Ukraine, quickly," McConnell, R-Ky., told reporters.
McConnell has consistently argued that divided government is the moment to extract demands on border policy from Democrats.
Pressed about what voters would think of GOP lawmakers who sink a bill because Trump directed them to, McConnell sidestepped the question. "I still favor trying to make law when you can" and said what the bipartisan group is working on is better than current immigration law, adding, "you're asking me, a question I can't answer right now, which is the fate of it."
Senators already know key details
The top Democratic negotiator working on a border plan, Chris Murphy, D-Conn., has signaled for days that the deal is basically done, but getting sign off from the GOP to move ahead is the hold up.
"We have a bipartisan agreement to help address the crisis at the border. Republicans have been desperate for that. Why would they walk away from it?"
Senate Republicans huddled at their weekly lunch on Wednesday to discuss next steps, but the consensus coming out of the meeting was that lawmakers want to see the details.
But after weeks of negotiations, the key provisions have already been explained to lawmakers from both parties.
The bill includes several tools to address the border, including: giving the president the ability to shutdown the border if the numbers of migrants attempting to enter the U.S. climbs above a certain threshold, adjusting the rules for who qualifies for asylum and allowing migrants authorization to work while awaiting adjudication of their asylum claim.
Extended negotiations opened space for critics
Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., said the effort is "an uphill climb" because as the talks have continued, some members have impressions about what the proposal will do and "there are certain people who will never change their mind."
Tillis has said a border plan needs to get the majority of Senate Republicans in order to move ahead. But Trump injecting himself into the process has caused many lawmakers to refrain from backing the framework, making it tougher to meet that test.
Oklahoma GOP Sen. Jim Lankford is crafting the plan along with Murphy and Independent Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema. Lankford spent time on Sunday talk shows swatting down leaks about the plan that conservative media outlets are painting as a green light for 5,000 additional migrants a day.
Texas Republican Sen, John Cornyn, who was an early advocate of linking money for Ukraine to changes to the Biden administration's policies, said people need time to see an official piece of legislation.
"People are talking about what they think is in it, and what they've heard is in it, what's not in it,' Cornyn told reporters. "I think the first thing we need to do is see where the conference is based on the text rather than just based on rumors and hearsay."
Tillis called Wednesday's meeting "a good discussion." But added, "I would ask those same members who are calling for time to read it, but not judge something they haven't read."
Others who came out against the bill already are already dismissing the proposals.
"I think this is a bad bill," Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Tx., told reporters. "And the simplest reason is it doesn't solve the problem."
Cruz blamed Senate Democrats for crafting a bill that "allows Joe Biden to continue the open borders," despite the months of bipartisan negotiations that have taken place. President Biden endorsed the proposal and said last week if Congress passes it he would immediately shutdown the border.
Some optimisim remains
Murphy remained optimistic on Wednesday that the deal would survive and come to the floor for a vote, possibly as soon as this week.
He said a "sizable, important group of Republican senators" are making a good faith effort to get something done on the border, and suggested that others are making disingenuous arguments about needing to see the full text.
"This is not a detailed study of the issue. This is a question as to whether they are going to put Trump before solving the problem," Murphy said.
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Lightweight Gabriel Flores Jr. makes his triumphant return to the ring. Flores Jr. is fresh off his ESPN appearance and highlight-reel knockout as he returns on March 16th at the Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, California. The same venue in which his ESPN top-ten play occurred.
A press conference to announce the fight will take place Tuesday, January 30th, at 10:30 am at the Adventist Health Arena. The address for the Adventist Health Arena is 248 W Fremont St, Stockton, California.
The 23-year-old Flores (22-2, 8 KOs) will fight for the first time in 2024 to signal the birth of G-Squad Entertainment, a new promotional entity run by his father, Gabe Flores Sr. A decorated amateur who turned professional at 16-years-old, riffled off an impressive amateur record of 98-7.
Flores now resides in the fight capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada, but was born and raised in Stockton, California. Flores’ two previous bouts in Stockton Arena have been historic. Two iconic knockouts both featured on ESPN SportsCenter’s top-ten plays of the day.
Flores Jr has also been a large part of two sell-out shows in the Adventist Health Arena.
Flores returns to Stockton fresh off a first-round knockout of Derrick Murray which took place in that very arena. That bout only lasted 27 seconds. This bout is scheduled for ten rounds.
Flores had this to say about his return.
“I gain strength from my people in Stockton, it motivates and rejuvenates me,” said Flores. “I am excited that a WBA title is on the line for this fight. That adds to the motivation, and I am always extremely motivated for each fight. This is the birth of something special, and I am excited for March 16th.”
The co-main event will be the always-exciting Fernando Vargas Jr. (13-0, 12 KOs) fighting in a junior middleweight bout. The son of the Oxnard legend, Fernando Vargas Sr., Vargas Jr is one of the biggest punching prospects the sport has seen, and is looking to provide the fans of Stockton with an action-packed evening.
The Vargas dynasty will continue as super featherweight Amado Vargas (10-0, 4 KOs) will also be featured. The son of the Mexican legend, Fernando Vargas Sr., will be fighting on the same card as his brother, Vargas Jr., and training partner, Flores Jr.
Another exciting aspect of the card is the debut of a future boxing star. Sacramento’s own decorated amateur Lorenzo Powell will make his long-awaited professional debut. Powell is one of the most decorated amateurs Sacramento has seen in the past two decades.
Powell has decided to turn on pro on the first G-Squad Entertainment card.
Also featured on the undercard
The most exciting strawweight prospect in America, Jesus Haro (10-1, 1 KO) of Merced, California, looks to get one step closer to title contention. Haro is the current WBC youth minimumweight world champion.
Salvador Briceno (17-7, 1 KO), originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, and now training in Roseville, California, will be featured in a welterweight bout. Briceno, a former Flores Jr. opponent, has built himself back on the regional scene and is looking for a big opportunity with a great performance.
The fighting Guerrero family from Gilroy will continue their legacy as Jessie James Guerrero (3-0-2, 3 KOs) of Gilroy, California returns to action. The flyweight pugilist looks to continue the fighting legacy of his world champion family member, Robert Guerrero, who also assists in his development.
“We are very excited about this card and bringing great fights to Stockton,” said Gabe Flores Sr., the promoter and trainer of Gabriel Flores Jr. “We are investing in a great fan experience, and plan to showcase many future world champions on this card.”
Guests of honor for the evening will include boxing legend Fernando Vargas and actor Brice Gonzalez.
Boxing commentary will be provided by boxing royalty nine-time, four-division world champion, Nonito Donaire.
Tickets are on sale at stocktonlive.com. You can also purchase tickets at the Adventist Health Arena or by calling (209)373-1400.
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adidas' Stan Smith sneaker has long been the standard for a simple daily driver, long before the Samba made it off of the soccer pitch and became the trendiest lifestyle sneaker of the past half-decade. Stan Smiths, especially the OG version of the shoe with green accents, have long been a go-to for their clean, narrow shape and crisp leather upper.
But, in a post-Y2K world, people want their Stan Smiths a little softer. And a lot bigger.
adidas' Stan Smith XLG takes two things that people love about the sneaker — its shape and the understated design — and makes it all just a little… huge.
Indeed, the Stan Smith XLG looks less like a sneaker worn by a tennis instructor at the country club and more like something your little bro would wear to skateboard in the ‘90s. The widened shape and cushioned interior screams Airwalk “The One” (back when they were the coolest skate sneaker out there, of course) in a very old school sorta way.
If you've been paying attention to adidas' hyped shoes as of late, this ought to be familiar territory.
Stan Smith’s tend to stretch out with wear so the XLG sneaker is probably best to not skate in but they sure do channel that vibe. Available online for $150, the Stan Smith XLG is actually semi-affordable enough that you can risk it, really.
Originally a performance shoe in the 1960s and named after the tennis star who made 'em famous, adidas' Stan Smith shoe have gone in and out of trend cycles over the years but they’ve always been a staple.
The thing about Stan Smiths is that they are inherently plain on purpose. That’s actually the appeal of the Stan Smith as a sneaker but that also means it's a blank canvas when it comes to collaborations or even tweaks made by adidas itself.
Late last year, adidas released a platform version of the sneaker, tackling the vibe channeled by so many luxury imitators. If 2024 really is the year of the Stan Smith, that'd be a real 2014 revival.
Not that it needs one — the Samba’s reign is still in full effect. But adidas knows that the Stan Smith is the old school understated alternative of the all-star Superstar, Samba, and Gazelle triad. That’s why it gets to play around a little more than the rest.
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Scientists have found that spiderwebs can be used to capture environmental DNA, which reflects the animal population of an area. The technique may help track the biodiversity of an ecosystem.
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Scientists have found that spiderwebs can be used to capture environmental DNA, which reflects the animal population of an area. The technique may help track the biodiversity of an ecosystem.
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Wilson Arthur, a renowned football enthusiast and founder of Skyy FC, has called for a sustainability plan to revamp Ghana's football fortunes.
In an interview with Michael Danku, Arthur emphasised the need for a comprehensive approach that addresses both player development and retention, as well as infrastructure upgrading.
Arthur lamented that Ghana's current football landscape is plagued by a lack of patriotism among players, leading to a mass exodus of talented athletes seeking greener pastures abroad. "We need an SOS strategic national sustainability plan intervention immediately," he stressed.
To address this issue, Arthur proposed a two-pronged solution. Firstly, he suggested that players who wish to represent Ghana must pass a "patriotic test" and demonstrate their commitment to the national cause. Additionally, he recommended that local clubs receive financial support to develop their own mini stadiums and facilities, as well as new buses and salary assistance.
Furthermore, Arthur advocated for a portion of player transfer income to be directed towards a Sports Development Fund, which would be utilized to support local clubs participating in CAF competitions. He believes that this investment would yield positive results within two to three seasons, transforming Ghana into a strong and great football nation once again.
"Talents abound in Ghana, and with the right support, we can regain our place among the top football nations," Arthur exclaimed. "All that has been missing is a sustainability plan, and now is the time to implement one."
Arthur's sentiments echo those of many Ghanaian football enthusiasts who have grown increasingly concerned about the nation's declining football fortunes. With the implementation of a comprehensive sustainability plan, Ghana may indeed be poised to reclaim its status as a dominant force in African football.
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A Recovery of Air Bases Denied by Ordnance (RADBO) truck sits before a demonstration at Pacific Regional Training Center - Andersen, Guam, Jan. 30, 2024. There is a laser mounted on top of the RADBO truck to dispose of explosives in a safe and efficient manner. The RADBO truck itself was designed to reduce hazard and protect service members as the laser disposes of ordnances on an airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jasmine M. Barnes)
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Andy Reid, the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, has established himself as one of the most successful and respected figures in the NFL. In 2024, Andy Reid's net worth is estimated to be around $35 million, a figure reported by Sportskeeda. This valuation is a testament to his long and storied career in professional football, where he has been recognized for his strategic brilliance and leadership. Reid's journey from an assistant coach to leading one of the most dynamic teams in the league encapsulates a deep understanding of the game and a consistent track record of success.
Early Coaching Career & Development
Andy Reid's coaching career began in the collegiate ranks, where he developed a reputation for his offensive acumen and ability to develop players. His journey through various coaching positions in college football laid the groundwork for his future success in the NFL. Reid's attention to detail and innovative approach to offense caught the eye of NFL teams, leading to his transition to professional football. His early career set the stage for his distinctive coaching style, characterized by creativity and adaptability.
Success With The Kansas City Chiefs
Reid's tenure with the Kansas City Chiefs has been marked by significant achievements, including leading the team to a Super Bowl victory. His arrival in Kansas City heralded a new era for the franchise, with Reid implementing a dynamic and high-scoring offense. Under his guidance, the Chiefs have consistently been one of the most exciting and effective teams in the league. Reid's impact on the Chiefs extends beyond just wins and losses; he has cultivated a culture of excellence and innovation within the organization.
The net worth of $35 million for Andy Reid reflects his success and longevity in the NFL. His contracts with the Chiefs and previous teams have been a significant contributor to his wealth. As one of the higher-paid coaches in the league, Reid's compensation is indicative of his value and the respect he commands in professional football. His financial success is not just a result of his coaching salary but also encompasses endorsements and other related ventures.
Legacy & Influence In The NFL
Moreover, Andy Reid's influence in the NFL is considerable. Also known for his offensive ingenuity and ability to mentor quarterbacks, he has left a lasting mark on the league. Further, Reid's coaching tree, including several assistants who have gone on to become head coaches themselves, speaks to his impact as a mentor and leader. As he continues his career with the Chiefs, his legacy as one of the most accomplished and innovative coaches in NFL history continues to grow.
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Shannon Sharpe has become a very busy man.
After stepping away from Undisputed with Skip Bayless on FS1 last summer he’s expanded into his own mini-media empire. Sharpe does two days a week on ESPN’s First Take with Stephen A. Smith, along with his own shows, Nightcap with Chad Ochocinco and Gilbert Arenas, and his weekly podcast, Club Shay Shay. It was on that show that Sharpe blew up beyond just the world of sports talk when his three-hour conversation with Katt Williams became the lead story in the world of entertainment. Despite Katt’s comments making seemingly endless headlines, Shannon was so focused on trying to keep the show on the tracks that he didn’t have any idea how big it was going to be.
Last week, prior to the NFC and AFC title games, we got a chance to speak with Shannon over Zoom on behalf of OIKOS, as he stars in their Big Game commercial alongside Martin Lawrence. We talked about acting alongside a legend, his year venturing out on his own, how and why the response to the Katt Williams interview caught him by total surprise, and the NFL’s tight end renaissance that’s been on display this postseason.
The last time we talked was for a piece when you were at Fox in 2018, and I gotta ask — are you still doing six spin classes a day?
No, no spin. I’ve had both of my hips replaced. And so now it’s more of the assault bike and the row machine. So I try to get — I mean, I’ve been so busy — but I’m trying to get back into the swing of things where I get at least three to four cardio days a week along with my lifting.
I was gonna ask, man, do you ever get tired? Because I mean, you got a million things going on now.
No, because I think that’s what I was meant to do was work. I enjoy it. And you know, for me, you can’t ask God to give you something then say you gave me too much of it. So I asked for what kind of what’s going on in my life right now, and so for me, it’s just to maximize every opportunity. I have a good team around me. I’m good at delegating. I let them do what they’re really good at and if I need to jump in, I will. But for the most part, we’re a fine-oiled machine. Everybody has their job. Everybody has their responsibility. Everybody’s pulling because we are on the same team, even though we have different branches. I would say we’re like the government but sometimes I think the government even though they’re under the same umbrella as government, but you have the legislative, judicial, and executive and they’re all pulling in opposite directions. Everything that’s under Shay Shay Media is pulling in the same direction.
What have the last six-plus months been like for you getting to kind of focus on your own ventures a little more, not doing five days a week on TV — obviously, you do First Take Mondays and Tuesdays. But what has it been like getting to really kind of expand Club Shay Shay get to do the Nightcap with Ocho and just kind of explore different avenues for what you can do?
It’s been meteoric. Even in my wildest dreams, I knew what I was capable of doing if given the opportunity. But not this. I mean, even this has taken me and it’s hard for me to surprise myself because I understand how hard I work — and hard work doesn’t guarantee you anything. I just realized without it, you don’t have a chance. So I knew I was willing to put the work in because I was willing to put the work in on every job I’ve ever had. It didn’t matter if I was making five bucks a day or I was making $5 million a year. I’m gonna put the work in because I want the best version of Shannon to be on display at all time.
And so for me to be able to see all my hard work pay off and people appreciate what I’m doing, be it First Take, be it Nightcap, be it Club Shay Shay, it really means a lot to me that people appreciate and they know how hard I work. And they know that I’m trying to give them the best content with the best celebrities and athletes and entertainers that I possibly can on Club Shay Shay. Ocho and I and Gilbert [Arenas] with the basketball edition are trying to give them the best content we can with Nightcap. And, obviously, when I’m on First Take with Stephen A and those guys, I just try to do the best job I possibly can and it’s resonated with a lot of people. And it means a lot to me that the people at ESPN believed in me and gave me an opportunity. But I was going to do my own thing had that not come to fruition. But when Stephen A. reached out — and he’s been great. He’s been an unbelievable partner. Molly, she’s great. She’s a great sport, because she handles Stephen A. and I ribbing, she gives it right back to us. But it’s been great, but to say that — I thought that I thought within a year or a year say a year maybe two years. I could be where I am. I didn’t think the ascension was gonna be this quick.
Obviously, the one that got everyone talking was Katt. How quickly into him showing up on that couch did you know “Oh, this is going to be the one everybody’s talking about?”
I didn’t.
Really?
No, look. When he came he was ready, he was very talkative, and he was early. And so normally, I think the interview was scheduled at about 11, he got there like 10:45 I’m already mic’d up, I’ve already got made up, you know, he comes in, he greets me, tells me he’s very excited, he’s been wanting to come on. Because I’ve been trying to land Katt for about a year. So I think I reached out to him end of ’22 and I finally got him the end of ’23. So I’ve been trying to put this together for a year. Finally, he agreed to do it. And I just remember, now mind you what threw me off is that we started early. Cause normally we start late. They normally get there, we schedule it for 11, 12, 1 and they normally get there at the time that’s scheduled. By the time we get mic’d up, we need to get made up, touch-ups or anything like that, we do a little talking and we normally start about 15-20 minutes late.
But in this situation we started early so I kind of lost track of the time. And what also threw me off is that once I got through the intro of reading who my guest is and blah, blah, blah. I’m getting ready to ask him a question, and he says, “Let me tell you why I wanted to come on.” And I say well, tell me why you came on? And so we go 30 minutes and I never ask a question. So in that moment, I’ve got to make a split-second decision. Do I stop him? Get back on track — because, look, we let people have their voice, but we’re still a structured program. So I said I’m gonna let him go. And for the first 30 minutes I don’t ask a question. I’m just listening. And so when we finished — now, mind you, I still had 20 minutes of questions left that I didn’t even get to.
So I remember finishing and my producer’s in the back, CJ, and I look at him and he’s shaking his head. And I’m like, “What did he say something? Did I say something?” He said it’s gonna break the internet. And I’m like, I’m hoping for 10 or 15 million views. People don’t realize 10 or 15 million views is — I don’t care if it’s digital or it’s linear — 10 or 15 million views is a big-time conversation or interview, whatever you want to call it. So we released it that following week because I think we shot it on a Thursday. We released it the following Wednesday. There’s 120 to 130,000 people watching it in the chat. And I call my producer and I’m like man that’s 120-130,000 people. I said, “Yeah, we gonna probably get that 10-15.” So the first day we get about two, two and a half million. By the end of the second day, we’re like at 14 million.
So I remember calling him on the phone I was like “Bro, we already at 14 million, we gonna do probably like 20.” And he calmly says, it’s gonna do 50 million. I say WHAT?! 50 million. Now I know Joe Rogan is the only one that goes and that’s gotten 50 million views. He said even before we before we got it all cleaned up and everything, he says people are going to talk about this all of 2024. And people haven’t stopped talking about it. Saturday Night Live spoofed us which was a huge honor. I mean, everybody, I didn’t know so many people watch Club Shay Shay or even knew I had a podcast. But if I’m out, stores, it doesn’t matter if I’m in the airport, people are talking about that Katt Williams interview. I had no idea it was going to do this. I did not.
You’ve got this OIKOS spot with Martin Lawrence that you shot for Super Bowl — what was that experience like? I know you know Martin but like, what was that experience like getting out there with him and kind of seeing him in his element? Because obviously when you have guys on the podcast or talk on a show, it’s a little different, right?
Yes. Well, I want to thank OIKOS for giving me this opportunity. Because you do realize that a company of this magnitude, they have their choices of celebrities, entertainers, actors, actresses, ex-, and current athletes. For them to choose me and then to put me with Martin — and I watched the Martin show, I’ve gone to a couple of his stand-up shows. he’s an A-list movie star – so to get an opportunity for me to have a Big Game spot that’s going to air nationally and they pair me with an A-lister. And I’m like, wow. You know, look as an ex-professional athlete I’ve been around greatness and I understand what greatness is. And I look at it like greatness is greatness. If you’re a great actor it’s just like being a great football player. If you’re a great dancer, greatness is greatness. And to be around him, I got an opportunity to see how he gets himself in character and able to do his thing. I just wanted to make sure I knew my lines, that I hit my cues, I hit my marks. They allowed us to be like “Okay, how would you guys say it if there were no cameras around and you were headed to play golf and you drove this golf cart into the lake? What would you say? How would you say it?” And so they gave us freedom, because at the end of the day, it needs to sound like Martin and it needs to sound like Shannon in order for the best spot to be put forward. So it was it was an unbelievable honor and I’m extremely excited that OIKOS chose me for this national spot in the Big Game and the Hold My Oikos, and hopefully Martin had as much fun as I did.
I got one football question for you at the end. All four conference championship teams, the tight end position is very important to what they do. What have you seen as the evolution in that position and how teams use it and how it’s grown into this thing where it’s a real weapon? Especially with the way you can play tempo and keep defenses on the field and keep personnel on the field, but if you have that adaptable, tight end, it can be a real weapon to kind of leverage what the defense does against you?
Well, you know, the tight end position is the position that I played so I’m very familiar with this position. It’s the conversation that myself, Ozzie Newsome who ran the Ravens for a number of years, — Eric de Costa now slid into that role — and big Kellen Winslow Sr. I think the biggest thing is they use that position more now than what they did when those two guys played, even when I came up in the 90s and early 2000s. But there are more guys to do it. There are only probably like two or three guys. You mentioned all the guys. Even though [Isaiah] Likely, he’s not the starting tight end, he could start at the tight end position probably for 25 other teams. He just happens to be on a team with an All-Pro in Mark Andrews. And then you got George Kittle who’s the All-Pro this year. Then you got [Travis] Kelce. What else do I have to say about nephew, who I believe is the GOAT tight end and he’s still currently playing? He and Patrick Mahomes have the most touchdowns as a duo, they passed Gronk and Brady, Jerry Rice and Joe Montana. And then you got LaPorta with the Lions. Man, you have more guys to do what myself and Ozzie and Kellen could do. Now there’s 5, 6, 7 guys who can legitimately get you 1,000 yards in a season, lead your team in receiving, when I played there was one or two.
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Scientists have found that spiderwebs can be used to capture environmental DNA, which reflects the animal population of an area. The technique may help track the biodiversity of an ecosystem.
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Scientists have found that spiderwebs can be used to capture environmental DNA, which reflects the animal population of an area. The technique may help track the biodiversity of an ecosystem.
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Updated January 31, 2024 at 5:33 PM ET
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday but signaled that rates could fall in the coming months if inflation continues to cool.
Policy makers have kept their benchmark interest rate between 5.25% and 5.5% — the highest in over two decades — since July.
Fed chairman Jerome Powell told reporters Wednesday that interest rates are unlikely to go any higher, and that he and his colleagues are beginning to contemplate cutting rates.
"If the economy evolves broadly as expected, it will likely be appropriate to begin dialing back policy restraint at some point this year," Powell said.
He cautioned, however, that the economy remains unpredictable and said the central bank would proceed cautiously.
"The economic outlook is uncertain and we remain highly attentive to inflation risks," Powell said.
The Fed has been pleasantly surprised by the rapid drop in inflation in recent months. Core prices in December — which exclude food and energy prices — were up just 2.9% from a year ago, according to the Fed's preferred inflation yardstick. That's a smaller increase than the 3.2% core inflation rate that Fed officials had projected in December.
If that positive trend continues, the Fed may be able to start cutting interest rates as early as this spring. First, though, Powell said he and his colleagues will need to see additional evidence that inflation is easing.
And he sounded doubtful about a rate cut at the Fed's next meeting in March as many investors in Wall Street had hoped for.
"Based on the meeting today, I would tell you that I don't think it's likely the committee will reach a level of confidence by the time of the March meeting," Powell said. "But that's to be seen."
The comments disappointed investors, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbling 317 points.
Investors are still hopeful about a rate cut by the following Fed meeting in May, with markets putting the likelihood of that at better than 90%.
Good omens in the economy
Both the economy and the job market have performed better than expected over the last year, despite the highest interest rates since 2001. The nation's gross domestic product grew 3.1% in 2023, while employers added 2.7 million jobs
Unemployment has been under 4%for nearly two years. And average wages in December were up 4.1% from a year ago.
While that strong economy is welcome news for businesses and workers, it also raises the risk of reigniting inflation. As a result, Fed policymakers say they'll be cautious not to cut interest rates prematurely.
"We have history on this," Atlanta Fed president Raphael Bostic told the Rotary Club of Atlanta this month. "In the '70s, the Fed started removing accommodation too soon. Inflation spiked back up. Then we had to tighten. Inflation came down. Then we removed it again. Inflation went back up. And by the time we were done with that, all Americans could think about was inflation."
The Fed is determined not to repeat that '70s show. At the same time, waiting too long to cut interest rates risks slowing the economy more than necessary to bring inflation under control.
A report from the Labor Department Wednesday showed employers' cost for labor rose more slowly than expected in the final months of last year. Labor costs increased just 0.9% in the fourth quarter. That's a smaller increase than the previous quarter, suggesting labor costs are putting less upward pressure on prices.
Fed officials promised to keep an eye on upcoming economic data and adjust accordingly.
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After a superb twelve months, Pound for Pound King Naoya Inoue received his WBN Fighter of the Year 2023 Award in Toyko, Japan.
During December 2022 and the same month of 2023, Inoue became a two-weight undisputed champion with two stellar performances.
Victories over a pair of super-talented unified super bantamweight titleholders cemented Inoue as the top dog at 122 pounds.
Naoya Inoue pursued and captured greatness in 2023
To pursue greatness in a record-setting amount of time against two boxers holding simultaneous world championships meant the Japanese star was out on his own.
Terence Crawford, who won WBN Stoppage of 2023 for his victory over Errol Spence Jr., didn’t do enough in a solitary effort over the year.
Therefore, Inoue takes the mantle from Oleksandr Usyk, who accepted the trophy in London last year before the Tyson Fury vs Derek Chisora event.
Inoue took possession of the trophy at Teiken Boxing Gym as he started tentative preparations for a clash with Luis Nery.
At present, Inoue vs Nery is in the advanced stages of being confirmed, with the Tokyo Dome frontrunner to host for the first time since Mike Tyson vs Buster Douglas.
Tyson was beaten for the first time in his illustrious career by Douglas. The fight was highly controversial. Tyson seemed to have knocked Douglas out earlier in the fight.
A ten-count wasn’t administered despite Douglas hitting the canvas hard in the eighth. Tyson eventually got caught himself in the tenth and looked to have gotten up in time before being waved off.
Nonetheless, Tyson lost, and now Inoue will get to follow one of the most recognizable names in the sport.
Inoue is already on his way to a future first-ballot Hall of Fame place. Victories over Nery and other top names will only further enhance his exceptional legacy.
Where that career will end up is yet to be written.
World Boxing News Awards 2023: The Winners
WBN Fighter of the Year: Naoya Inoue
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Amanda Serrano
WBN Fight of the Year: Rafael Espinoza vs Robeisy Ramirez
WBN Young Fighter of the Year [23 under]: Jesse Rodriguez
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Gervonta Davis
Stoppage of 2023: Terence Crawford vs Errol Spence Jr.
Trainer of the Year: Shingo Inoue
Boxing Comeback of 2023: Anthony Joshua
World title prospect of 2024: Angel Lardizabal
Upset of 2023: Joseph Parker vs Deontay Wilder
Phil Jay is an experienced boxing news writer and has been the Editor of World Boxing News since 2010.
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Laws on abortion are out of step with public opinion. One Republican legislator in Tennessee is working to establish exceptions to his state's strict abortion laws, but he faces a tough battle.
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Laws on abortion are out of step with public opinion. One Republican legislator in Tennessee is working to establish exceptions to his state's strict abortion laws, but he faces a tough battle.
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A.P.C., the French fashion brand best known for well-made wardrobe staples and raw denim, has launched a collection of six beauty products with a philosophical bent.
Priced between $20 and $85, the range includes shower gel, body lotion, hand cream, hand soap, lip balm, and cologne. On the back of each product is a label bearing a quote from Friedrich Nietzsche's book Thus Spoke Zarathustra: "I am a body through and through, nothing more: and the soul is just a word for something in the body."
God is dead! But at least we're moisturized.
Another, non-existentialist element unites the curated selection of products: scent. All six offerings are fragranced with orange blossom, an ingredient that's particularly nostalgic for A.P.C. founder Jean Touitou — the fragrant flower flourishes in his native Tunisia. (In fact, Nabeul, a city in the country's northeast, is known as the capital of orange blossom water.)
"In fashion as in the cosmetics industry, the balance between too much and not enough is difficult to find," Touitou said in a press release announcing A.P.C.'s beauty launch.
"These six products are the best possible. They are designed to make you feel good and comfortable and help you to have a good day."
Available online and in-store, the products aren't A.P.C.'s first foray into beauty. Back in 2009, the brand released a limited-edition fragrance, Sustain, formulated by perfumer Haley Alexander Van Oosten. 300 bottles of the perfume were re-released in 2014.
According to previous coverage of the fragrance, it was meant to smell like the "inside of a guitar case strewn with rose petals." Its bottle was modeled after "the waves on a computer screen that a 12-string guitar makes when playing the opening chord of the Kinks’ 'Waterloo Sunset.'"
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A labour analyst, Austin Gamey, has waded into conversations surrounding the age and working contract of the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Rev Dr. Amisshaddai Owusu-Amoah.
According to him, if the Commissioner’s permanent replacement cannot be found, the government must serve him a working contract to validate his stay in office.
This is because per law some public officers are allowed to work beyond the retirement age with a written contract.
“For now, the reality is that if you are 60 years old and you are in public services, you are first of all supposed to be told that you have attained the retirement age and therefore you quit the job. But some are given contracts and these contracts are not casual work. It is only casual work under our law that in certain circumstances, it will be a gentlemanly agreement to change the party employee and employed. But this one is not a casual job that was supposed to be done in a week or a month.
“If there is no one to replace him, the employer should give him a written contract of employment,” he said as quoted by citinewsroom.com.
The GRA boss was queried when he appeared before the Public Accounts Committee sitting on Monday, January 29, 2024, on his age and why he was still in office despite hitting the retirement age.
The query revealed that he had passed the retirement age by two years and was working without a contract.
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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joseph Schmidt, 554th Rapid Engineering Deployable Heavy Operations Repair Squadron Engineer explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) contingency instructor, gives a safety brief before a Recovery of Air Bases Denied by Ordnance demonstration at Pacific Regional Training Center - Andersen, Guam, Jan. 30, 2024. The demonstration is the first at Andersen and it showcased an EOD capability that has been in progress for approximately 20 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jasmine M. Barnes)
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It goes without saying that Charleston White is a pretty wild character, but even he has limits and is quick to call out any disrespect. During a recent podcast appearance, for example, the personality was forced to walk out early, as he felt that the interview wasn't going in the direction he expected. In a new clip, he's seen getting into a verbal spat with the two hosts before storming off and telling his crew to give the hosts their money back.
Even after Charleston marched off camera, the hosts persisted, telling him to "get [his] old a**, sensitive a**" back to his seat. He obviously refused and eventually walked out the door, shouting complaints about the interviewers' lack of professionalism. To be fair, the interviewers didn't appear to be huge fans of White. Commenters can agree that the conversation had taken an uncomfortable turn for him and viewers alike.
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"Started the convo with '[ninja emoji] wtf is wrong with you, what’s your angle??' And wondered why he walked off. Energy was wrong from the beginning," one Twitter user writes. "Can’t support that, and why would Charleston even entertain it anyways," another says. Some commenters, on the other hand, argue that Charleston White gives off similar energy in his conversations with others, and simply got a taste of what he's been dishing out for years. Either way, it's clear he wasn't a fan.
This isn't the first time White was captured storming away from a video shoot, however. Last month, he teamed up with YouTuber Unghetto to chat with 20 different women. When he was paired with a transgender woman, however, he stomped away, and even later threatened to take legal action. What do you think of Charleston White walking out of a recent interview? Should he have stayed? Who do you think was in the right? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
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Abdulai Mansaray: 31 January 2024:
When President Bio assumed power in 2018, he made two prominent promises, among others to the nation. He promised to “fight corruption” and to provide “Free Quality Education”. The promise to fight corruption was nothing new for Sierra Leoneans. President Bio’s predecessors have always used this same mantra to massage the hopes and aspirations of the long-suffering masses.
Unlike his predecessors, President Bio warned us that in the fight against corruption, “corruption will fight back”. As we have witnessed during his first term, that warning has happened. His fight against corruption has been christened severally as a “witch hunt,” “vengeance”, “tribalistic”, nepotism, etc.
Notwithstanding, his bold announcement to give Sierra Leoneans a “Fee Quality Education” did not only hug the headlines but even attracted the attention of the international media. You can recall President Bio’s interview with the BBC on the subject, following which many observers were left in no doubt at the time, that his agenda for free education was little more than a pipe dream.
During an interview with Voice of America (VOA) on 6 October 2021, President Bio stressed that “free education for children is part of his human capital development agenda to improve the lives of the country’s future generation”. When he was quizzed further about how his government would fund such an ambitious agenda, many were left none the wiser by his answers. President Bio plucked some imaginary figures from thin air then, which gave the doom sayers a field day.
It is over five years since that bold announcement and the jury is still out. However, you cannot deny that his Free Quality Education agenda has made significant steps towards achieving some of the most important aspects of his vision. Some mothers point to school food programmes, the access to schools and that they no longer pay fees as pointers to the programme. That does not mean that everything is smooth running, but that’s something to build on.
For starters, his agenda helped to boost the perception that education was a necessary ingredient in human development. In celebrating the International Day of Education, themed “Learning for Lasting Peace” President Bio said on 25/01/24 “My government recognises that education is a human right, a public good, and a responsibility……where every Sierra Leonean child has access to holistic education” (thesierraleonetelegraph.com-26/01/24).
In pursuit of this bold agenda, what is not lost on many Sierra Leoneans is the enormous financial burden the Free Quality Education has saddled the government with. Even the developed western world cannot afford “free education”, not to talk about a debt-ridden country that largely depends on the size of its begging bowl for sustenance. But President Bio has continued to persevere, despite the shortcomings to keep the vision alive. Kudos.
In his second term, President Bio has now embarked on the “Feed Sierra Leone” agenda. This project is grounded in the notion and firm belief that we should be able to feed ourselves, if we “grow what we eat” and “eat what we grow”. Does anyone remember when Sierra Leone used to be a major exporter of produce in West Africa? We did it then and why can’t we do it now?
Can Sierra Leone feed itself?
It is an unequivocal and resounding YES, Sierra Leone can feed itself. As a country, we have the climate, the weather, the land, and the people to feed ourselves. With a land area of 72,182 km Sq. to a population of 8,908,040 (100th), you do the math. Unlike other countries like Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya etc, that are perennially affected by annual droughts, and do not know when the next rain is going to fall, or when the next locust attack will take place, Sierra Leone is comparatively blessed.
Our climate is tropical, with hot and humid coastal areas on one side, and a more temperate climate inland. Sierra Leone records an average annual temperature of 26.7 C and rainfall of 2,746 mm. Even though nature has been truly kind to us, why have we miserably failed to nurture nature for our own good? The earth has been exceedingly kind to us. All we need is to tickle it with a hoe and it will laugh with a harvest. Why aren’t we?
How can Sierra Leone feed itself?
As Sierra Leoneans, there are numerous, if not numberless things we need to do to achieve self-sufficiency. One of the first things we’ll need is an “aggressive love-fest for all things agricultural”. Once in our life we need a doctor, a lawyer, a postal worker, a policeman, a clergy, and an Imam. But every day, three times a day, we need a farmer. Unfortunately, through perception, we have relegated farming to the lower rungs of human activity.
As a nation, we no longer see farming as the backbone of our economy. Even in schools, students studying agriculture are perceived as intellectually handicapped. The perception of farming as an activity for the less intellectual in the human chain of intelligence needs to change.
In decades gone by, agriculture was so central to our social fabric. Records show that agriculture generated 47.3% of our GDP in the 1090s. We had a government owned and operated Sierra Leone Produce Marketing Board (SLPMB).
Our raw materials like palm oil, palm kernel, piassava, and many others were locally processed for local consumption and export. We made our own soap like 72%, palm oil, palm kernel oil and various byproducts. Our coffee and cocoa were initially roasted and dried before exported to foreign countries. We had SLPMB representatives all over the country, and they were readily available to buy and pay for these products wholesale and throughout the year.
With SLPMB fully functional, what it gave farmers was a guaranteed market to sell their products. Subsequently, the perception of farming was that it was a viable, profitable, and most notably a guaranteed source of income. Mining was also vital, but it never gave the satisfaction or assurance of a guaranteed income because it was a Russian roulette. No one needs a reminder that diamonds are not forever. Ask my cousins at Clerks’ Quarter in Yengema today.
We cannot dismiss the impact our decade long war had on our agricultural sector. The war displaced a large section of the rural population that was forced to relocate to the cities and their environs. Arable land lie in waste all over the country. The war ended two decades ago, and many can no longer remember their way back to their habitual homes. The lure of the city lights remain a hopelessly attractive option. It is no wonder today, that we see hawkers sprawling over the city with just a handful of items that qualify as business ventures.
Make Sierra Leone feed itself again
Sierra Leone needs to make agriculture viable again. We need to rebrand agriculture and make it worthwhile. Growing up in Kono, I still recall the annual agricultural festivals of celebration. There was the Kenema “kakao” show, the Kabala Agricultural Show, the Kono show and many others across the country. It gave farmers the platform to not only bask in the glory of harvests but subconsciously promote the perception of farming as a profitable occupation. The government dished out prices for exceptional produce to individual farmers. Farming became a competition, and this inspired many people into the sector as individuals were annually crowned as “master farmers”.
Those events did not only pass as the equivalent of Chinua Achebe’s Yam Festival but provided the canvas to display our country’s agricultural prowess. One currency that was always evident during those occasions was “PRIDE”. It would be reckless to conclude that Sierra Leone was fully self-sufficient then, but we were not far off the mark.
Politicians like the late S.I. Koroma owned farms personally. I still remember the large swathe of palm oil plantation that bordered the Koya District area, which many said was owned by the late man. That was a symbol of inspiration for the locals…. If S I has a farm, why not me?
If I were the President of Sierra Leone (it’s never a wish), I would make it a compulsory pre-requisite for all members of parliament to own a farm. The don’t have to till the land themselves but all those photo ops of their monthly visit to their farms will go a long way to give some colour to, promotion of and inspiration for agriculture.
As President, I will remove any hint of price control on any locally produced farm products and promote a “if e hart you, go plant you yone” slogan. Call it naïve, dictatorial, utopian or whatever, but we need a drastic approach to “Feed Salone Again”. Farmers are the only people in our economy who buy low and sell high without taking advantage of anyone.
In view of our already overstretched economy, it might sound too much to ask, but our farmers could do with government subsides. If we are to “FEED SALONE” again, advanced agricultural technology, access to markets and efficient supply chains would not be out of place.
If we can promote sustainable farming practices, better access to credit for farmers and promote a holistic approach that involves government policies, social and economic reforms, it will be difficult to see why we cannot “FEED SALONE AGAIN”.
As a nation, we need to have a serious crush on agriculture. We could re-direct our energy to riot and take vengeance and anger on the soil using the hoe, the spade, the machete, and the tractor.
The farmers in western countries like France, Germany and the US are very rich. What we need is to drop our unreasonable romanticism with agriculture and allow investments and technology into the sector. It’s heartening to see President Bio play host to the technical team from the K-Rice Belt Initiative of South Korea recently. Minister of Trade and Industry Mr Ibrahim alpha Sesay, in a recent liaison with UNIDO identified the Feed Salone project and agriculture in general as one of his cornerstone agendas.
Sadly, we complain about the prices of local produce when we could grow our own. Let us bring back those agricultural shows. Let us resuscitate the likes of SLPMB. With better roads these days, we can quickly transport our perishable goods faster. With reforms of land rights, we can enhance the whole agricultural sectors for a coalition of the willing to farm.
We should make our farmers the stewards of the land and entrust them with the responsibility of nourishing it for future generations. Thomas Jefferson once said “agriculture is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals, and happiness. If we are to “feed Sierra Leone again”, we should be ready to produce what we consume and consume what we produce. With perseverance and determination, we can make farming our hope. It is time to answer to President Bio’s call to “Feed Salone”.
By the way, can I suggest we call the agenda “FEED SALONE AGAIN”? we did it before, we can do it again. If we can Feed Salone Again and we can Make Salone Sweet Again.
Don’t forget to turn the lights out when you leave the room.
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Your boss's reaction to this issue is extremely telling.
By Zayda Slabbekoorn
Written on Jan 31, 2024
Photo: Ground Picture / Shutterstock
Respect is vital in the workplace. In fact, according to Harvard Business Review, respect is the most important leadership factor for employees. Those who feel respected at their job report better health and well-being, greater job satisfaction, and even higher levels of engagement, productivity, and focus while at work. They are also more likely to find meaning in their job and stay at their place of work for longer.
But despite the benefits for both employees and employers, over half of employees don't feel respected by their leaders.
If it’s not blatantly obvious where you stand in your work culture, an attorney on TikTok provided a method to get a sense of your boss’s respect for you as an employee.
The attorney claimed that the way your boss reacts to your financial ‘problems’ is a direct reflection of their respect for you.
Ryan Stygar, known as Attorney Ryan on social media, shared in a TikTok a tell-tale sign to investigate your relationship with your boss at work.
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“If there’s ever a problem with your pay — you didn’t get your direct deposit on time, your hours were messed up, anything — the level of urgency that your boss responds to that problem is a direct reflection of how much they respect you,” Stygar claimed.
While pay problems, especially when you’re living “paycheck to paycheck,” can be detrimental, they often have easy fixes. Experts suggest staying calm and going directly to your boss to get them sorted out.
But, while this all seems great and solution-oriented, many people are faced with a boss who not only pushes them away but completely ignores the severity of their problem. This is exactly what Stygar addressed.
If your boss doesn’t take your problem seriously, they don’t respect you as an employee or as a person.
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“Bosses that act like it’s no big deal, all nonchalant … they don’t give a [expletive] about you,” the attorney claimed. Alternatively, “A boss that treats it like a true emergency, and respects your money and wages, that’s someone worth working with nine times out of ten.”
Regardless of their stake in your problem, a good boss will never let you get overtaken by stress over a financial issue that they have the power to resolve.
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In a follow-up video, Stygar broke down some responses one could get from their boss regarding a financial problem.
“Payroll errors are gonna happen, and how your boss handles it tells you everything you need to know about their character,” he further emphasized.
“A boss who gets frustrated at you for bringing up the mistake or even acts like you made a mistake or it's your fault somehow is not a good leader,” Stygar insisted.
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Another problematic reaction is a boss who acts unconcerned about the issue.
“Bosses who act nonchalant like you not getting paid right isn't a big deal is also a red flag,” he said. According to Stygar, there is only one correct response. “In my opinion, the only way a boss should react if you're not paid right is with urgency and empathy,” he shared. “Anything less is not a leader worth putting your time into.”
So, if you have payroll problems any time soon, there might be a silver lining, as having this conversation with your boss could be a great way to get a sense of where you stand and gauge their respect for you. If the discussion goes poorly, it might be time to open the door to different, more healthy, opportunities.
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Zayda Slabbekoorn is a news and entertainment writer at YourTango focusing on pop culture and human interest stories.
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The NCAA feverishly defended the need for tighter name, image and likeness (NIL) regulation Wednesday amid a federal antirust lawsuit filed by the attorney generals from Tennessee and Virginia challenging the legality of the association's guidelines. The rebuttal comes a day after CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd reported the NCAA was investigating potentially major violations at Tennessee related to NIL dealings across multiple sports involving the marketing firm Spyre Sports Group.
In a statement, the NCAA said that while it "does not comment on specific infractions cases, it is important to remember that NCAA member schools and conferences not only make the rules but routinely call for greater enforcement of those rules and holding violators accountable."
"In recent years, this has been especially true as it relates to establishing and enforcing a consistent set of national rules intended to manage the name, image and likeness environment," the NCAA said.
At the heart of Tennessee and Virginia v. NCAA is the claim that NCAA violated antitrust laws by denying student-athletes an ability to earn total NIL compensation. According to Dodd, the plaintiffs could soon seek a temporary injunction that has potential to suspend NIL rules set by the NCAA in Summer 2021, when the governing body lifted its longtime ban on NIL compensation.
"This legal action would exacerbate what our members themselves have frequently described as a 'wild west' atmosphere, further titling competitive imbalance among schools in neighboring states and diminishing protections for student-athletes from potential exploitation," the NCAA continued. "The NCAA remains firmly committed to protecting and expanding student-athletes' NIL rights and opportunities. However, our membership has steadfastly supported the prohibition on impermissible recruiting contacts, booster involvement in recruiting prospects and the use of NIL offers as recruiting inducements."
As for the NCAA's investigation into Tennessee, multiple sports are implicated, including the Volunteers football program, according to Dodd. ESPN reported that the severity of the allegations could warrant the NCAA charging the Volunteers with multiple Level I and Level II violations, all less than a year after the football program was hit with 18 violations that occurred under ex-coach Jeremy Pruitt.
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With Amazon Prime Video now showing “limited ads” unless users pay an additional $2.99 a month, series creators are speaking about the increased encroachment of commercial breaks as streaming platforms push users towards ad-based plans.
At the time of this writing, Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, and Max now have ads, which isn’t exactly what creators signed up for. Now, shows that weren’t built for ad breaks are suddenly being disrupted, and sometimes, very awkwardly.
“Sometimes it upends the piece,” David E. Kelley told The Hollywood Reporter. “I thought Nine Perfect Strangers with commercials was horrible. We sold it as a one-hour show, and it was served like a pie — but it was pudding. You can’t cut pudding into slices, and that’s exactly what was done.”
“We fought so hard to get rid of commercials,” Tokyo Vice executive producer Alan Poul said. “It was one of the biggest steps in bringing the worlds of TV and film closer together, in getting that higher level of artist to participate. It was such a seminal gain, and now it’s reversing.”
However, some creators aren’t sweating the new paradigm. Wednesday creators Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, who cut their teeth on broadcast dramas, have “natural moments” baked in the wildly popular series out of habit.
“‘Propulsive,’ that’s the word you hear most in streaming … how to hook people and bring them back,” Gough said. “So while there are no act breaks in scripts like there used to be, the form is there. We’re not doing it because of any mandate from Netflix or [producers] MGM.”
(Via The Hollywood Reporter)
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Want to know what Health and Human Services does? Here’s an overview
Just what does the Nye County Health and Human Services department do for the residents of the county?
This was a question that Nye County Commissioner Frank Carbone felt deserved a little illumination, “So everybody is aware of what really goes on in that organization, because there are so many things we don’t get to see and the public doesn’t get to see.”
At his request, Nye County Health and Human Services Director Karyn Smith provided a presentation on the department’s many programs and services during the commission’s Jan. 17 meeting.
“Throughout Health and Human Services, staff assists with helping over 1,300 clients each month, either providing information and/or actual service,” Smith stated that afternoon, adding, “And this does not include the amount of telephone calls we receive on a daily basis.”
She began her presentation by giving an overview of the department itself, which includes a Pahrump office and a Tonopah office and 18 total employees, along with two volunteers.
“Nye County Health and Human Services’ mission is to help Nye County residents achieve and sustain self-sufficiency in order to reach their full potential and our vision is that our innovative programs, services and referrals will assist in providing the building blocks for Nye County residents to establish strong foundations and well-being, creating a better community,” Smith detailed.
One of the main focuses for Nye County HHS is indigence.
“Through our Health and Human Services fund, we provide medical indigence that covers inmate medical indigence, so that is medical prescription assistance to qualified inmates detained in the Nye County detention facility,” Smith stated. “We do an IAF (Indigent Accident Fund), which determines the indigence of a person who has been injured in a motor vehicle accident and provides the necessary certification for assistance to the state IAF board. We also do abandoned-body and indigent burials and cremations. We’ll pay for cremation if deemed indigent or, if after 30 days, no one has assumed responsibility and the mortuary has declared in writing that the deceased is abandoned, then we cover that cremation charge.”
The department funds various contracts as well, Smith noted.
One of these contracts helps fund deliveries of USDA commodities to remote areas of Nye County, such as Yamba Indian Reservation, Ione and Gabbs, six times per year. Another, the Youth Development Service contract, covers quarterly charges for services to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Nye County HHS, in partnership with the NyE Communities Coalition, helps fund the FASTT/MOST program as well, which provides a case manager, case worker and services to the inmates of the Nye County Detention Center in an effort to reduce recidivism.
Moving on, Smith shifted to the Community Service Block Grant, or CSBG. “Our CSBG has been awarded to our office for more than 27 years. It provides assistance for very-low to low-income populations. These programs can include food and transportation vouchers, hygiene kits, rent and utility assistance, home repairs, essential services and other services funded that grant year. For fiscal year 2023, we serviced 244 clients and gave out 504 gas vouchers,” Smith explained.
“Through this grant, we also contract with the Pahrump Senior Center and Nye County Senior Nutrition to help subsidize the Meals on Wheels Program,” she continued. “We contract with Community Chest Inc. to have a consultant facilitate two community outreach committee meetings in Pahrump and 10 community coalition meetings in Tonopah to implement benchmarks to end poverty in these regions. We also partner with NyE Communities Coalition to provide training service learning opportunities and a paid job experience to at least five-to-six youth who are at risk of having problems becoming employed.”
Under the Adult Employment Incentive Program, Nye County HHS staffs a case manager who assists qualifying residents with finding employment. This program works in conjunction with the NyECC to provide clients with job readiness, resume building and other employment training workshops and classes. “This past grant year, our case manager assisted over seven individuals in obtaining employment,” Smith added.
The Emergency Solutions Grant program is geared toward homeless prevention. “Through this grant, we are able to target those individuals who are unemployed or underemployed and are at risk of becoming homeless, by enhancing their skills and knowledge, while working closely with a case manager, by assisting with short-to mid-term assistance of their rent. We assist upward of eight individuals/families per grant year,” Smith detailed.
The department’s Rapid Rehousing Grant targets those who are already experiencing homelessness with the goal of bringing them out of that situation. Smith reported that her office has successfully housed four clients and continues to manage three of those four.
“There are also two current clients by which we are working to locate and secure permanent housing and we are continually working to bring on state-assigned referrals,” she stated. “And this process could take several months, in order to get them all set up to the point that we’re even able to start looking at putting them into permanent housing.”
The Ryan White Program, which started as a simple gas voucher program, is for clients with HIV/AIDS. Today, this program assists 40-plus clients with a variety of services, such as transportation to Las Vegas, gas vouchers, a weekly food pantry and monthly vouchers to assist with healthy groceries, cleaning supplies and personal hygiene products.
Nye County HHS is an intake site for the state’s Energy Assistance Program, too, which supplements electric and/or propane bills for up to 12 months. The Tonopah office acts as an intake site for the Nevada Energy Safe Program, designed for those with income limitations or other unusual circumstances for one-time help paying a power bill.
The department’s public guardian office, which began in 2010 with just one client, now serves more than 25 protected persons, those who have been deemed by the courts to be incapacitated. “The public guardians’ office is responsible for all financial and medical decisions and this requires us to attend all care conferences and visit each of the clients monthly, along with attending court almost weekly,” Smith said.
The Community Health Nurse, who has clinics in both Pahrump and Tonopah, provides vaccinations for all sorts of diseases, family planning and counseling, birth control, STD testing and treatment and TB testing and treatment. “They service upward of 100 to 150 clients per month,” Smith stated, adding that clinics are held quarterly in Beatty and Amargosa.
Other programs offered by the department include a sexual assault program to assist with medical and/or psychological treatment for victims, the Senior Nutrition Program, which helps provide hundreds of meals to the senior centers in Beatty and Amargosa, and the Women, Infants and Children program, or WIC, a well-known program that serves mothers and children who are at nutritional risk.
“On average, both offices see up to 883 WIC participants per month,” Smith stated.
The department can lend a hand in filling out an assortment of assistance applications as well, including those for Social Security, the SNAP program and Medicaid. In partnership with the Community Crisis Intervention Committee, Nye County HHS participates in quarterly homeless wraparound events too.
To bolster community awareness of its services and those offered by its various partners, Nye County HHS holds annual social services fairs in both Tonopah and Pahrump, the last of which saw 50 vendors and over 315 attendees.
“It’s amazing to hear all the statistics,” Carbone stated as Smith wrapped up her presentation. “I just want to make sure that people understand that there is so much help out there.”
Nye County HHS is located at 1981 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite #120 in Pahrump and 101 Radar Road in Tonopah. For more information call the Pahrump office at 775-751-7095 or the Tonopah office at 775-482-8125.
Contact reporter Robin Hebrock at rhebrock@pvtimes.com
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A grainy sonar image recorded by a private pilot has reinvigorated interest in one of the past century’s most alluring mysteries: What happened to Amelia Earhart when her plane vanished during her flight around the world in 1937?
Numerous expeditions have turned up nothing, only confirming that swaths of ocean floor held no trace of her twin-tailed monoplane. Tony Romeo now believes his new South Carolina-based sea exploration company captured an outline of the iconic American’s Lockheed 10-E Electra.
Archaeologists and explorers are hopeful. But whether the tousled-haired pilot’s plane lies at the roughly 16,000-foot (4,800-meter) depth remains to be seen. And debates abound about the proper handling of whatever object is discovered.
Archivists are hopeful that Romeo’s Deep Sea Vision is close to solving the puzzle — if for no other reason than to return attention to Earhart’s accomplishments.
Regardless, the search is on for the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean.
HOW DID DEEP SEA VISION DETECT THE OBJECT THAT COULD BE EARHART’S PLANE?
Romeo wanted more of an adventure than his commercial real estate career. His father flew for Pan American Airlines, his brother is an Air Force pilot and he has a private pilot’s license himself. Hailing from an “aviation family,” he’d long held interest in the Earhart mystery.
Romeo said he sold his real estate interests to fund last year’s search and buy a $9 million underwater drone from a Norwegian company. The state-of-the-art technology is called the Hugin 6000 — a reference to its ability to break into the deepest layer of the ocean at 6,000 meters (19,700 feet).
A 16-person crew began a roughly 100-day search in September 2023, scanning over 5,200 square miles (13,468 square kilometers) of seafloor. They narrowed their probe to the area around Howland Island, a mid-Pacific atoll between Papua New Guinea and Hawaii.
But it wasn’t until the team reviewed sonar data in December that they saw the fuzzy yellow outline of what resembles a plane.
“In the end, we came out with an image of a target that we believe very strongly is Amelia’s aircraft,” Romeo told The Associated Press.
The next step is taking a camera underwater to better examine the unidentified object. If the visuals confirm the explorers’ greatest hopes, Romeo said the goal would be to raise the long-lost Electra.
Ultimately, Romeo said his team undertook the costly adventure to “solve aviation’s greatest unsolved mystery.” An open hatch could indicate that Earhart and her flight companion escaped after the initial impact, Romeo said, and a cockpit dial could lend insight into what, exactly, went wrong.
FROM ALIEN ABDUCTION TO JAPANESE EXECUTION, THEORIES ABOUND
Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, disappeared while flying from New Guinea to Howland Island as part of her attempt to become the first female pilot to circumnavigate the globe. She had radioed that she was running low on fuel.
The Navy searched but found no trace. The U.S. government’s official position has been that Earhart and Noonan went down with their plane.
Since then, theories have veered into the absurd, including abduction by aliens, or Earhart living in New Jersey under an alias. Others speculate she and Noonan were executed by the Japanese or died as castaways on an island.
“Amelia is America’s favorite missing person,” Romeo said.
Deep Sea Vision’s is hardly the first foray. David Jourdan said his exploration company Nauticos searched in vain on three separate expeditions between 2002 and 2017, surveying an area of seafloor about the size of Connecticut. Those efforts were preceded by a $1 million hunt in 1999 from Nevada-based Dana Timmer. As recently as 2014, Timmer had not given up and sought to raise nearly $2 million for another go.
Between 1988 and 2002, the International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery made six trips to a different island in the western Pacific Ocean under the impression that Earhart crash-landed on a flat reef 1,800 miles (2,900 kilometers) south of Hawaii.
Hillary Clinton, then the U.S. Secretary of State, encouraged the group in 2012 when it launched a new search for the wreckage fueled by analysis of a 1937 photo believed to show the Lockheed Electra’s landing gear jutting out of the island’s shoreline.
‘WE NEED TO SEE MORE’
Maritime archaeologist James Delgado said Romeo’s potential find would change the narrative, but “we need to see more.”
“Let’s drop some cameras down there and take a look,” said Delgado, senior vice president of the archaeological firm SEARCH Inc.
Delgado said Romeo’s expedition employed world-class, cutting-edge technology that was once classified and is “revolutionizing our understanding of the deep ocean.”
But he said Romeo’s team must provide “a forensic level of documentation” to prove it’s Earhart’s Lockheed. That could mean the patterns in the fuselage’s aluminum, the configuration of its tail and details from the cockpit.
Jourdan, of Nauticos, would have expected to see straight wings and not swept wings, like the new sonar suggests, as well as engines. But that could be explained by damage to the aircraft or reflections distorting the image, he acknowledged.
“It could be a plane. It certainly looks like a plane. It could be a geological feature that looks like a plane,” he said.
Dorothy Cochrane, an aeronautics curator at the National Air and Space Museum, said Romeo’s crew searched in the right place near Howland Island. That’s where Earhart desperately sought a runway when she disappeared on the last leg of her flight.
If the object really is the historic aircraft, the question for Cochrane will be whether it is safe to raise. How much of the machinery is still intact would be determined in part by how smoothly Earhart landed, she added.
“That’s where you have to really look at this image and say, ‘What have we got here?’” said Cochrane.
WHAT IF EARHART’S LOCKHEED ELECTRA HAS BEEN FOUND?
If the fuzzy sonar images turn out to be the plane, international standards for underwater archaeology would strongly suggest the aircraft remain where it is, said Ole Varmer, a retired attorney with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and a senior fellow at The Ocean Foundation.
Nonintrusive research can still be conducted to reveal why the plane possibly crashed, Varmer said.
“You preserve as much of the story as you can,” Varmer said. “It’s not just the wreck. It’s where it is and its context on the seabed. That is part of the story as to how and why it got there. When you salvage it, you’re destroying part of the site, which can provide information.”
Raising the plane and placing it in a museum would likely cost hundreds of millions of dollars, Varmer said. And while Romeo could conceivably make a salvage claim in the courts, the plane’s owner has the right to deny it.
Earhart bought the Lockheed with money raised, at least in part, by the Purdue Research Foundation, according to a blog post by Purdue University in Indiana. And she planned to return the aircraft to the school.
Romeo said the team believes the plane belongs in the Smithsonian. Acknowledging the “uncharted territory” of potential legal issues, he said his exploration company will “deal with those as they come up.”
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London, Ontario-based rockers Nameless Friends have announced Canadian tour dates for next month including a performance at Bitch Fest in Toronto. The band released their album Blasphemy in 2023. Check out the dates below.
London, Ontario-based rockers Nameless Friends have announced Canadian tour dates for next month including a performance at Bitch Fest in Toronto. The band released their album Blasphemy in 2023. Check out the dates below.
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After a year of complete Rockin’ Fights sellouts, Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing returns to the hallowed ground of The Paramount in 2024 with another exciting fight card on Friday, February 23, 2024.
The event marks the 46th edition of the critically acclaimed “Rockin’ Fights” series, with an additional three “Rockin’ Fights” already announced for the remainder of 2024 (May 11, Sept 14 & Nov 23).
Tickets “Rockin’ Fights” 46 on February 23 are available HERE. Tickets for the additional “Rockin’ Fights” 2024 dates are available HERE.
Haitian born, Huntington Long Island based fan favorite, WENDY “HAITIAN FIRE” TOUSSAINT (15-2 8KOs) aims to continue his momentum by defending his WBA Continental USA Super Welterweight Title for the first time against Egyptian born, Canadian based, “THE EGYPTIAN PRINCE” MPONDU KALUNGA (11-2 3KOs) in the 10 round main event. Toussaint won the vacant title with his impressive victory at Star Boxings “Rockin’ Fights” 45 in October, displaying a vicious attack with three knockdowns of opponent, Jermone Jones, on his way to securing the title via a third round TKO. This will be Toussaint’s eleventh appearance at The Paramount, and his first as a main featured bout.
Toussaint had this to say about the opportunity, “As February 23rd approaches, my fists tighten, carrying the weight of countless hours in the gym and the fire of determination. This isn’t just a fight, it’s a declaration. I defend my belt with the power of readiness, a culmination of hard work, sacrifice, and an unrelenting spirit. Get ready for a showcase of resilience and victory.”
Kalunga is not shying away from the opportunity, “I’ve been working for this moment my whole life. I will do whatever it takes to win. I look forward to earning the victory. Thanks to my team at United Boxing Promotions and Grants MMA and Boxing Gym for being in my corner. Let’s GO!”
In the other featured title bout, #9 (WBC) and #14 (WBA) world rated cruiserweight “THE ITALIAN TANK” SIMONE FEDERICI (20-2-1 8KOs) defends his WBC Continental America’s Title in a 10-round bout against former IBO World Champion, BLAKE “IL CAPO” CAPARELLO (31-4-1 14KO’s) of Victoria, Australia. With Federici now a top 10 rated cruiserweight in the world, a victory puts him within touching distance of a world title challenge opportunity. Caparello hopes to snatch Federici’s rating with a win, positioning himself for another world title run himself. With names like Sergey Kovalev, Andre Dirrell and Isaac Chilemba on his resume, Federici is yet another top fighter that Caparello will fearlessly trade leather with. The implications involved in this fight are career altering for both international fighters.
Federici and Caparello offered their thoughts ahead of their upcoming pivotal cruiserweight bout:
Simone Federici: “I’m really happy to be fighting in America again and defending my WBC Continental America’s Championship at The Paramount in New York. I have been training with my uncle Franco Federici, since the age of 6 to achieve my dream of winning a world title. It is with great satisfaction that I dedicate this title fight to my family and my wife who have always believed in me. I also owe the results and my number 9 world rating by the WBC to my promoter Joe DeGuardia, of Star Boxing, who gave me the opportunity to make myself known and fight in America. I also want to thank some people who have been fundamental in this journey; my manager Luigi Camputaro, my intermediary Armando Belotti and my coach Franco Federici who have supported me all these years and will once again be by my side in this climb to a world championship.”
Blake Caparello: “I’m excited at the prospect of challenging a world-ranked opponent on a Star Boxing card. I’m eager to showcase the changes I’ve implemented in my boxing game and reclaim my position amongst the best in the division. I’d like to thank Joe and the team at Star Boxing for this fantastic opportunity!”
On the undercard, DANNY “EL GALLO” GONZALEZ (20-4-1 7KOs) of Queens, New York, returns to action after being sidelined with a torn left bicep for the past eight months. Opposing Gonzalez in the 8 round super welterweight bout will be KEANE “ICE MAN” MCMAHON (7-3 4KOs) of Dublin, Ireland. Gonzalez has the third most wins in “Rockin’ Fights” series history with 11 victories, only trailing Cletus Seldin (17 wins) and Anthony Karperis (17 wins). Gonzalez-McMahon was previously scheduled for “Rockin’ Fights” 44 on May 13, 2023, but due to Gonzalez’s injury the fight had to be postponed. Both men are anxious for their fight on February 23 at “Rockin’ Fights” 46.
“We are excited to be back at our home, The Paramount, on February 23 with thrilling action fights,” said Hall of Fame promoter, JOE DEGUARDIA. “The February 23 show has two exciting, featured bouts with fighters that are one or two fights away from major bouts should they impress in their respective fights. Whatever the future holds, fans will be treated to another thrilling fight night at the Paramount. If you have been to a “Rockin’ Fights” before, you know you’re in for a treat. If not, you should join us February 23rd.”
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Donald Trump has yet to officially clinch the Republican presidential nomination, but he's already begun to tease about a running mate. The NPR Politics Podcast dives into who might be on his list.
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Donald Trump has yet to officially clinch the Republican presidential nomination, but he's already begun to tease about a running mate. The NPR Politics Podcast dives into who might be on his list.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with constitutional scholar Philip Bobbitt about the effort from House Republicans to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with constitutional scholar Philip Bobbitt about the effort from House Republicans to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
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A$AP Rocky’s signature pearl hair clips and necklaces have become a key part of his contemporary style, taking his already stylish looks to fashionable new levels. It’s a whole vibe, so it makes sense that Rocky's custom Beats headphones would also be laden with pearls.
Rocky debuted his new single “Whiskey” in Paris at Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes, a charitable event held by Operation Yellow Coins, on January 30. A fitting track name for a guy who owns a whiskey brand.
While new Rocky music is always welcome, it was his custom pearl-encrusted Beats Studio Pro headphones that had people talking. Well, that and his show-stopping Gucci Fall/Winter 2024 coat.
After the performance, Beats by Dre revealed that the custom headphones, designed by Rocky himself, wore 1,200 hand-applied costume pearls. The result: a gorgeously outré accessory almost
Rocky has had a relationship with Beats Studio Pro headphones for some time.
He starred in and directed a commercial for the brand in June 2023: in the clip, he dons (non-pearly) Beats headphones for a diaper run.
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But Rocky's relationship with pearls goes back even further, around to 2019 or so when he started wearing them regularly.
Men’s jewelry is often limited to gold and silver chains (and expensive watches) but Rocky is not one to follow the crowd when it comes to fashion... or music... or anything.
Rocky and Kendrick Lamar, another pearl aficionado, are uniquely responsible for turning pearls for men into a whole trend. And why not?
Pearls have long been associated as a gendered stone, relegated to bridal shops, waspy jewelry boxes, or to be clutched by a prissy puritans.
But they’re beautiful and opulent, very much akin to a chunky gold rope chain or diamond pendant. And if Rocky’s sense of fashion is anything, it’s beautiful and opulent.
Harry Styles, Timothee Chalamet, Tyler the Creator, Shawn Mendes are just a few other celebs who have been drawn to pearls, now that the floodgates have been opened. Notably, they’re also celebs known to take a risk on a runway, if wearing pearls can be considered a risk.
Sorry, grandma, pearls belong to us now. But pearl-dappled headphones? Only Rocky.
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Thomas Giglio, a 36th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal team member, prepares to shoot a smoke grenade using a control that signals a laser mounted on a Recovery of Air Bases Denied by Ordnance (RADBO) truck during a demonstration at Pacific Regional Training Center - Andersen, Guam, Jan. 30, 2024. The demonstration is the first time Andersen Air Force Base has exercised the RADBO truck and laser capabilities. The RADBO truck itself was designed to reduce hazard and protect service members as the laser disposes of ordnances on an airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jasmine M. Barnes)
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Former MMA fighter and OnlyFans high roller Paige VanZant revealed that a subscriber once offered her $50,000 to cut her hair and send him the clippings. Speaking on the A Kickass Love Story podcast she hosts with her husband, VanZant said that it was the latter condition, shipping the hair to the subscriber, that led her to turn down the offer. She claimed that she had just watched a documentary about Gypsy Rose Blanchard and wasn't looking to "get an evil curse" put on her.
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The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on Monday, 29 January 2024, successfully held its maiden Open Competitive Tender for LPG imports into the country.
The winning tenderer submitted the lowest premium of USD30.39/MT for the four (4) lots that were tendered for the period March to June 2024.
This is a significant drop from the current premiums which range between USD67/MTto USD98/MT.
Each lot is about 20,000 metric tonnes.
The NPA says the decision to use open competitive tenders for the importation of LPG is to reduce cost and ensure efficiency.
It said the proposal for the open competitive tenders were approved after consultation with Bulk Import, Distribution and Export Companies (BIDECs) with a majority of them supporting it.
The Authority indicated that the quantity being tendered per month represents about 70 percent of Ghana’s monthly LPG consumption with the Ghana National Gas Company (GNGC) supplying the remainder.
It is recalled that the NPA proposed the use of Open Competitive Tenders for the importation of LPG in 2021 to, among other things, bring efficiency to the importation of LPG into Ghana and ultimately reduce the cost of LPG through competition.
This was one of the measures proposed to help reduce the cost of LPG to aid in the implementation of the Cylinder Recirculation Model (CRM), which has affordability as one of the key tenets to successfully implementing the policy.
The proposal was thoroughly discussed in-house to assess its feasibility, and after it was concluded that it would help reduce the cost of importing LPG, approval was granted to engage with the BIDECs to get their buy-in before its implementation.
There were several engagements with BIDECs throughout 2023.
These engagements resulted in the majority of BIDECs supporting the proposal, despite some reservations from a few of them.
The Authority considered the concerns raised by those with reservations and concluded that they were not strong enough to prevent the implementation of the policy.
Data available to the Authority on LPG imports by BIDECs over the years shows a huge disparity in the premiums paid to the International Oil Trading Companies (IOTCs).
This can be attributed to the smaller parcels of LPG imported by the BIDECs.
The Authority is of the view that importing the LPG in bulk through the tender process will help to reduce the premiums due to economies of scale and further bring efficiency to the importation of LPG.
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She is confused as to why the family is refusing to include her in this joyous moment.
By Nia Tipton
Written on Jan 31, 2024
Photo: fizkes / Shutterstock
A grandmother admitted to feeling unwanted after her stepdaughter gave birth to her first baby.
In a submission to the "Dear Abby" advice column in the New York Post, the unnamed woman revealed that she recently became a grandmother after her stepdaughter welcomed a child, but doesn't feel like she's being included.
The woman thinks her stepdaughter is isolating her because she's not the baby's 'real' grandma.
In the woman's anonymous submission, she explained that her stepdaughter, Zoe, recently welcomed her first baby. Unfortunately, she and Zoe live a good distance away from each other, so she wasn't able to be there at the birth.
"My husband, Karl, is taking the trip, but I have to stay because my elderly mother is living with us," the woman admitted. "I asked family to stay with Mom, but they’re involved in their busy lives, and Mom clings to me."
Since she couldn't be there in person, the woman called up other members of the family to congratulate them on becoming new aunts, uncles, etc. but was shocked and hurt when none of them congratulated her on becoming a grandmother.
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Instead, an unnamed family member claimed that the woman was not the baby's grandmother since she wasn't Zoe's biological mother and would never be. Hearing this saddened the woman, and she clarified that she intended to never replace anyone, especially Zoe's biological mother, who passed away.
"I’ve been hoping for a grandchild for a long time. I have been with Karl for more than 20 years. I’m crushed," she continued. The woman also claimed that Zoe had not sent any photos of the baby to her. To make matters worse, the woman recalled planning Zoe's wedding and being there for her during her special day, which made this entire incident hurt even more as she believed that had been "growing closer."
"How do I navigate this?" she questioned. "My mother-in-law is barely speaking to me since I can’t join in the trip to see the baby and has become very snotty. Must I just admire from afar like a bystander, pretending to care?"
The advice columnist reassured the woman that it shouldn't matter that she's not biologically related to her grandchild.
The "Dear Abby" columnist also questioned if she was receiving this treatment from her mother-in-law in particular.
"I wish you had mentioned which family member was telling the others you’re not to be considered that baby’s grandmother," the advice columnist, Abby, lamented, claiming that if it was the case of the mother-in-law being spiteful, then there was likely some jealousy at play.
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Abby also insisted that as the child's stepgrandmother, she should be given photos and included in this joyous occasion, regardless of blood relation.
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"I hope Karl will impress this upon his daughter as well as let her know how hurt you have been by the treatment you have been receiving," she wrote. "What happened was unjustified. The more love in this world, the better, and labels should be used to include rather than isolate."
It shouldn't matter that this woman is not biologically related to her stepdaughter or the baby. Blended families are just as important as blood relatives, and you can find just the same amount of love in the people that you choose to call family. This woman doesn't deserve to be alienated during a moment when she should be surrounded by family and experiencing joy at a new baby being welcomed into the bunch.
Nia Tipton is a Chicago-based entertainment, news, and lifestyle writer whose work delves into modern-day issues and experiences.
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Murtala Mohamed: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 31 January 2024:
Africa’s population will be urbanized by 2035, according to IsaAfrica. As population grows, basic amenities will become stretched to breaking point. In order to meet this challenge, governments across Africa are planning and preparing for change.
A $2 billion Diamniadio city was built to relieve Dakar’s population pressure. In 2013, the project was launched with a 10-year completion deadline. In the Diamniadio district, about 30 km from Dakar, you’ll find Senegal’s main airport, a conference centre, a sports arena, government ministries, universities, entertainment areas, and an express train.
A new all-electric BRT system has just been launched in Senegal, the first in Africa. 150 buses were purchased, each carrying 150 passengers and running for more than 250 kilometres on a charge. 20 charging stations were built.
Kenya’s smart city project, Konza, is progressing. This is a smart city with a national data centre and Wi-Fi points everywhere. There will be over 185,000 residents in the city. A number of similar projects are underway in Africa.
There hasn’t been much change in Sierra Leone since independence. We are not developing in a sustainable way. Acess to basic necessities such as uninterrupted electricity and pipe-borne water is scarce for majority of the population. It’s estimated that half of Freetown’s population cannot get water from the Guma Valley Dam. Water supply comes from other sources for many people.
When the Guma Dam was constructed in 1961, there were around 300,000 people living in Freetown. The population of the city now exceeds one million three hundred thousand. The Guma Dam does not meet the needs of the city’s population.
In other countries, when cities grow, authorities implement mitigation systems to address the needs of the growing population, but not in Sierra Leone. Despite having plentiful rainfall, half of the country’s population struggle to access clean water. The Guma story isn’t unique; many other utilities and public service providers lack capacity to meet the city’s population growth.
Originally designed for 324 inmates, the Pademba Road prison now houses over 1,500 prisoners. There are many roads in Sierra Leone that are still the same since independence in 1961. Several streets are congested, including Abacha Street and Fourahbay Road.
Conakry, our next-door neighbour, is not teaching us anything. The growing population has led to flyover bridges being built on roads that were once two lanes.
Sierra Leone has a long way to go when it comes to electricity. Although successive governments have spent billions of Leones on a variety of electricity sources, sustainable electricity is still a dream.
Transportation problem persists. While Freetown is small compared to other cities, people are struggling getting around. Roads are very narrow, and there is not enough suitable public transport to serve the population.
It’s good to see the World Bank and Government of Sierra Leone making available 50 buses under the Resilient Urban project. The country needs it but it is important to think about sustainability. Successive governments have invested in new buses, but after a while, they are no longer on the road because of the lack of maintenance culture.
The previous APC government purchased 100 buses at a cost of $12 million, yet not a single one of those buses can be seen on the road today. The APC government’s minister for transport said at the time that the 100 buses were specially manufactured for Sierra Leone during a radio interview.
He said the engineers had studied the country’s roads before the buses were manufactured. Listening to that interview, I laughed out loud. He also promised to invest in water transportation for Freetown, but it was just a gimmick.
What other transportation options are there in Freetown? How can we make our roads less congested? Have we thought about building a coastal road?
Freetown doesn’t need everyone owning a car; a good water transportation system will reduce road traffic. Cable cars could also be utilized by those living in hilltop communities.
There are many problems with Freetown’s planning. Outside Freetown, we had the opportunity to plan the construction of new communities in Waterloo, Jui, and Peninsula.
Is it possible to decongest Freetown by developing Lungi, which is close to Freetown, encouraging people to relocate there? It will be easier for people to relocate to Lungi with proper transportation system, whether a bridge or water transportation. However, we must look beyond transportation. We need a planned city as the Nigerians did with Abuja when Lagos’ population grew out of control.
There is a problem with the sustainability of Sierra Leone’s development. Solving our developmental problems is like the fire brigade tactics – we keep going back and forth without providing lasting solutions.
There needs to be a national development plan that transcends political parties.
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The Kansas City Chiefs are headed to Super Bowl LVIII. Chiefs superstar tight end Travis Kelce became the most recognizable player on the team this season when his romance with pop sensation Taylor Swift became public. Kelce's No. 87 Nike player jersey quickly sold out thanks to Taylor Swift fans wanting to join her in her Travis Kelce era.
Though Swifties like to joke that Taylor put Travis on the map, NFL fans and the Chiefs Kingdom has praised Kelce's skills on the field for quite some time. The future Hall of Famer is a nine-time Pro Bowler and a four-time first-team All-Pro selection. He's also a two-time Super Bowl champion who hosted "Saturday Night Live" for the first time last year.
Now that Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are headed back to the Super Bowl, Kelce's 2024 Super Bowl player jersey is in stock. But if there's one thing the 2023-2024 NFL season taught is, it's that fans can't get enough of Travis Kelce. So we expect his Super Bowl LVIII jersey will likely sell out fast.
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“I would like to see the baby.” Sorry, Space Werner Herzog, but it might be awhile before Baby Yoda, sorry, Grogu goes on any new adventures. Since The Mandalorian season three wrapped up last April, there’s been a lot of uncertainty surrounding Disney+‘s highest-rated Star Wars series. Will there be a season four? What does the recently-announced The Mandalorian & Grogu movie mean for the TV show? Will we ever see a Toydarian?
Here’s everything we know about season four of The Mandalorian, including plot, cast, and release date details. This is the way.
Plot
Season three ended with the Mandalorian and the newly-dubbed Din Grogu settling into a peaceful life of using the Force to lift frogs in the air. The episode could work as a series finale, but last year, co-creator Jon Favreau told BFMTV that he’s already finished writing season four. “We have to know where we are going to tell a fully formed story. So, we had mapped it out, Dave [Filoni] and I. And then slowly you just write each episode,” he said. Executive producer and director Rick Famuyiwa confirmed that the scripts are done.
Favreau hasn’t revealed any specific plot details (otherwise, Disney would slice through this front door with a lightsaber and tell him to cut it out “or else…”), but he did reveal to the Inside Total Film podcast that season four is “a middle chapter of a much larger story. And though we’ll have resolution over time with these characters, I think that how these characters fit into the larger scope and scale, but it’s not like there’s a finale that we’re building to that I have in mind. Quite the contrary, I love for these stories to go on and on. And so these characters potentially could be with us for a while, and I really love telling stories in their voice… I’m looking forward to doing much more.”
As for The Mandalorian & Grogu, it’s not clear what impact the movie will have on the TV show. But as noted by Screenrant, “Bo-Katan Kryze actress Katee Sackhoff has hinted that The Mandalorian season four is still happening, which is the first time someone close to The Mandalorian has spoken about its season four future since the announcement of The Mandalorian & Grogu.” All she said was “the next season of Mando hasn’t started [production] yet,” but that’s better than nothing.
Cast
The big two will be back: Pedro Pascal (Din Djarin) and Grogu (Grogu). Sackhoff (Bo-Katan Kryze) is likely to return, as is Emily Swallow (The Armorer), Carl Weathers (High Magistrate Greef Karga), Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (Carson Teva), and probably some Jawas. As for Giancarlo Esposito (Moff Gideon), the Better Call Saul actor told The Wrap that he would “love to keep dying and coming back. That’d be my favorite thing of all. There are a lot of ways to go and I’m open to whatever they have in play.”
Release Date
Disney and Lucasfilm haven’t announced a premiere date for season four yet (or officially acknowledged a fourth season at all). It’s partially due to the strikes, partially due to Pedro Pascal’s increasingly busy schedule, and partially due to Baby Yoda’s contractual demands. He’s a real diva, that one. So don’t expect The Mandalorian to return until mid-to-late 2025, at the earliest.
Trailer
There’s no trailer yet, but please enjoy this video of Baby Yoda being cute.
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Nevada law allows probate house sales with less oversight
Nevada attorneys made big promises when they pushed for a change to probate law more than a decade ago.
The proposed new way to sell dead people’s homes and settle their finances would speed up cases, reduce burdens on the court and slash costs, they said.
All told, case administrators could act more independently, as court supervision was in many cases “neither helpful nor necessary,” proponents told lawmakers.
Since then, two prolific administrators used the legal provision hundreds of times combined in Southern Nevada. They also routinely started those cases without family participation, often generated no sales proceeds for heirs and frequently sold homes to a small circle of buyers who flipped the properties, a Las Vegas Review-Journal investigation found.
Probate cases involve transferring ownership of a dead person’s property through court and settling debts. Under the “independent administration” option Nevada lawmakers adopted in 2011, a house can be sold without a judge’s approval or competitive bidding through court, probate attorneys said.
It’s a useful tool when family members agree on what to do with property a dead relative left behind, according to attorneys. Heirs can sell the home faster through court and move on with their lives.
But by design, this route through probate court provides less oversight of the sale and no court-supervised bidding process that might push up the price.
“There’s no accountability,” said Donnalyn VanOrman-Wasano, a private fiduciary in Henderson who works with trusts and estates.
State Sen. Melanie Scheible, D-Las Vegas, chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee in the last two regular legislative sessions, said Monday she found it troubling that people were profiting from the deaths of individuals whose families did not take over the estates.
It’s too early to say whether any laws need to be changed, said Scheible, who believed the issue “definitely deserves” some attention from Nevada legislators.
“It kind of sounds like there’s a loophole here,” she told the Review-Journal.
Assemblywoman Brittney Miller, D-Las Vegas, chair of the Assembly Judiciary Committee in last year’s session, did not respond to requests for comment.
Frequent court approval
Court officials were aware of “concerns and trends” in probate cases and, in response, imposed greater scrutiny on third-party administrators early last year, District Court spokeswoman Mary Ann Price said.
There have since been fewer requests for independent administration, she said.
Two of Southern Nevada’s most prolific private administrators of the past decade, Thomas G. Moore and his probate successor Cynthia “Cyndi” Sauerland, were involved with at least 500 probate cases combined in District Court over the last several years.
They also sought independent administration virtually every time, and the court routinely granted it.
Many of their cases started without family on board. In roughly 80 percent of his initial petitions to oversee cases, Moore did not identify any known heirs or he named them but stated he could not communicate with them, the Review-Journal found. For Sauerland, that figure was around 73 percent.
Moore, founder of Estate Administration Services, obtained court authority for independent administration in at least 340 cases among 345 requests tracked by the Review-Journal.
Sauerland, an agent with Compass Realty & Management, secured this authority at least 125 times among 153 requests, court records show.
Ultimately, the duo sold at least around 360 homes through probate court, and their three biggest buyers alone flipped more than 130 homes for $13.4 million above the combined purchase price, the Review-Journal found.
Las Vegas probate lawyer Kennedy “Kenny” Lee said independent administration, in general, offers more control over who buys the home. The family might want to sell to a friend, for instance, even if that person can’t pay top dollar, he said.
But selling with court confirmation allows for a bidding process, and depending on market conditions, buyers might push up the price, he said.
‘It’s a quicker process’
Under Nevada law, almost anyone can manage a probate case. Family members have top priority, but last on the 10-deep list in state law is anyone “legally qualified” for the task.
It’s a low bar, as any adult in Nevada can run a probate case if the person is not a felon. Would-be administrators also could be blocked over a conflict of interest, “drunkenness” and “lack of integrity,” state law says.
Moore, Sauerland and their associate Adam Fenn of Compass Realty contend they are finding buyers for abandoned houses that can be taken over by squatters, fall into disrepair and become a neighborhood nuisance.
VanOrman-Wasano also noted that it can take a while to get a court hearing on a sale and that sometimes she worries the homes can fall prey to squatters or vandals or end up in foreclosure.
Moore, who is 41 and now lives in Washington state, said his legal counsel recommended using independent administration because of the issues with abandoned real estate.
“Moving quickly was in the best interest of the situation due to debt accruing daily and the condition of each property deteriorating daily,” he told the Review-Journal in an email.
More often than not, heirs received nothing from his probate sales.
Moore sold 230-plus homes through probate court. On at least 164 occasions, he reported having nothing to distribute to heirs because he sold the home in a short sale, court records indicate.
In such transactions, lenders approve a sale for less than what’s owed on the seller’s mortgage, typically because the property value fell.
Sauerland also pointed to problems the homes can face after the owners die and said the sooner the properties are dealt with the better.
“It’s a quicker process, but that’s not to mean that we’re trying to race to the end and just make a bunch of money and run away,” she said.
According to Sauerland, 65 percent of her sales had equity for the estate.
Overall, the court’s probate workload is plenty high: As of 2022, three judges presided over 10,000-plus probate cases in District Court.
Probate judges, including Gloria Sturman, who took the bench in 2011, and Jessica Peterson, who took the bench in 2021, and Probate Commissioner James Fontano did not respond to requests for comment.
Fontano was appointed to the job in fall 2022. As Price described it, he implemented the new requirements after consulting with judges.
Former Probate Commissioner Wesley Yamashita, who held the job from 2008 to 2021, declined to comment.
‘Some formalities can be relaxed’
In 2011, Senate Bill 221 made various changes related to trusts and estates. Among other things, it contained the Independent Administration of Estates Act, which allowed a personal representative to administer “most aspects” of a dead person’s estate “without court supervision.”
After the bill was introduced, the State Bar of Nevada said the independent provision was designed to expedite probate cases, reduce burdens on the court and lower administrative costs by allowing a personal representative “to act more independently from the court in non-contested matters.”
“In many estates, court supervision is neither helpful nor necessary, and some formalities can be relaxed without any detriment to the interested parties,” according to a summary the legal group provided.
There may have been some attorneys who voiced concern about independent administration at the time, but the State Bar’s probate and trust section felt the “benefits outweighed the burdens” of “what could go wrong,” said Reno attorney Julia Gold, one of the lawyers who pushed for the change.
Gold said she has heard that Las Vegas gets some “disturbing” probate cases. But overall, independent administration fulfills its intention of lowering expenses and getting more money to beneficiaries, she contends.
“If it’s used properly, it serves its purpose, and it serves it well,” she said.
Contact Eli Segall at esegall@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0342. Segall is a reporter on the Review-Journal’s investigative team, focusing on reporting that holds leaders, businesses and agencies accountable and exposes wrongdoing. Michael Scott Davidson, the Review-Journal’s former data/watchdog editor, contributed to this report.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Conspiracy theories have a long history.
Humans have always speculated about secret motives and plots as a way to understand their world and avoid danger.
These days, however, conspiracy theories and those who believe them seem to be playing an outsize role in politics and culture.
Republican Donald Trump has amplified conspiracy theories about climate change, elections, voting and crime, and has expressed support for the QAnon conspiracy theory. His lies about the 2020 election he lost to Democrat Joe Biden spurred the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, an event that quickly spun off its own conspiracy theories.
On the left, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has exploited conspiracy theories about vaccines to wage his own campaign for the presidency this year.
Conspiracy theories have also proven lucrative for those cashing in on unfounded medical claims, investment proposals or fake news websites.
The Associated Press has examined the history of conspiracy theories in the United States.
Interviews with experts on technology, psychology and politics give insight into why people choose to believe and spread conspiracy theories, and how those beliefs are affecting our mental health, our politics and our society.
A look at some of the biggest takeaways from the investigation:
A long history
Conspiracy theories exposed social tensions long before the American Revolution and the birth of U.S. democracy.
Just as now, early conspiracy theories reflected popular worries of the day. In the years immediately after the American Revolution, rumors and hoaxes circulated about dark plots by the Illuminati and Freemasons, suggesting those secret organizations wanted to control the republic.
Likewise, the conspiracy theories of the modern age often reflect uncertainties about technology, immigration and government overreach. Stories about UFO coverups, microchips in vaccines or the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, being an inside job are examples.
While the specific claims in many of these tales can be debunked, the stories reflect anxieties shared by millions of people.
“We are the stories we tell ourselves,” said John Llewellyn, a professor at Wake Forest University who studies conspiracy theories and why people believe what they believe.
Why people believe
Humans thirst for information that can help them protect themselves and help them make better decisions for the future. This information, along with personal experiences, upbringing and cultural perspectives, creates a view of the world that helps people understand big events and forces in their lives.
Disasters, elections, wars and even the outcomes of sporting events can shake our perspective, and make us look for explanations. Sometimes that means accepting the facts. But sometimes it can be easier to embrace an alternative explanation.
Conspiracy theories can act as a shortcut to understanding. They fill in the gaps of understanding with speculation that often reflects more about the believer’s inner beliefs than the events themselves. Conspiracy theories suggesting vaccinations are being used to implant microchips in people, for instance, reflect concerns about technology, medicine and government power.
With the internet, false claims and conspiracy theories can travel further and faster than ever. Social media algorithms prioritize content that elicits strong emotions, like anger and fear.
Facing the demons
The AP interviewed dozens of current and former conspiracy theory believers to understand what led them to believe. They consistently said conspiracy theories offered them a sense of power and control in a world that can seem random and chaotic.
“The pieces did not fit,” said Melissa Sell, a conspiracy theorist from Pennsylvania who began doubting the official narrative of history after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Connecticut 2012.
They spoke of growing distrust of democratic institutions and the media, and a gnawing feeling they were being lied to. The world of online conspiracy theories offered answers, and a built-in community of like-minded people.
“I was suicidal before I got into conspiracy theories,” said Antonio Perez, a Hawaii man who became obsessed with Sept. 11 conspiracy theories and QAnon until he decided that they were interfering with his life. But when he first found other online conspiracy theorists, he was ecstatic. “It’s like: My God, I’ve finally found my people!”
Turning ideas into action
Polls show nearly half of Americans believe a conspiracy theory and that those beliefs are almost always harmless. But when fringe views interfere with a person’s job or relationships, they can lead to social isolation. And when people put their conspiracy theory beliefs into action, it can lead to violence.
In recent years, conspiracy theorists have tried to stop vaccine clinics, they’ve attacked election officials and they’ve committed murders that they say were motivated by their beliefs. The Jan. 6 riot is perhaps the most notable example of how conspiracy theories can lead to violence: The thousands of people who stormed the Capitol and fought with police were motivated by Trump’s election lies.
Such rapidly spreading disinformation fuels extremist groups and encourages distrust — a particular concern during a year of big elections in the U.S. and other nations. Russia, China, Iran and other U.S. adversaries have worked to amplify conspiracy theories as a way to destabilize democracy further. Artificial intelligence’s ability to rapidly create lifelike video and audio only increases the challenge.
“I think the post-truth world may be a lot closer than we’d like to believe,” said A.J. Nash, vice president for intelligence at ZeroFox, a cybersecurity firm that tracks disinformation. “What happens when no one believes anything anymore?”
Profiting off belief
As long as there have been conspiracy theories, people have tried to make a buck off of them. A century or more ago, peddlers went from town to town selling tonics and pills that they said could cure just about any problem. Nowadays, sales take place online. Business is booming.
There are supplements that claim to reverse aging, bogus treatments for COVID-19, T-shirts, investment scams claiming a new financial order is just around the corner.
The AP took a close look at conspiracy theories involving medbeds, which are futuristic-looking devices that believers think can reverse aging and cure a long list of illnesses. According to claims circulating online, the U.S. military is hiding the technology from the public but that Trump, if he wins another term as president, will make them available for free. For people desperate to find help with a medical condition, the claims can be too tempting to ignore.
“There have always been hucksters selling medical cures, but I do feel like it’s accelerating,” said Timothy Caulfield, a health policy and law professor at the University of Alberta who studies medical ethics and fraud. “There are some forces driving that: obviously the internet and social media, and distrust of traditional medicine, traditional science. Conspiracy theories are creating and feeding this distrust.”
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Narrow head is heading to the West Coast this April to play a few shows with Sheer Mag and Milly. Narrow Head released Moments of Clarity in 2023.
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World Boxing News lists every winner since announcing the 2010 Awards would crown the inaugural Fighter of the Year.
World Boxing News Awards 2023: The Winners
WBN Fighter of the Year: Naoya Inoue
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Amanda Serrano
WBN Fight of the Year: Rafael Espinoza vs Robeisy Ramirez
WBN Young Fighter of the Year [23 under]: Jesse Rodriguez
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Gervonta Davis
Stoppage of 2023: Terence Crawford vs Errol Spence Jr.
Trainer of the Year: Shingo Inoue
Boxing Comeback of 2023: Anthony Joshua
World title prospect of 2024: Angel Lardizabal
Upset of 2023: Joseph Parker vs Deontay Wilder
World Boxing News Awards 2022
WBN Fighter of the Year: Oleksandr Usyk
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Claressa Shields
WBN Fight of the Year: Leigh Wood vs Michael Conlan
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Jesse Rodriguez
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Devin Haney
Stoppage of 2022: Leigh Wood vs Michael Conlan
Trainer of the Year: Derrick James
Boxing Comeback of 2022: Canelo Alvarez
World title prospect of 2023: Sebastian Fundora
Upset of 2022: Dmitry Bivol vs Canelo Alvarez
WBN Awards 2021
WBN Fighter of the Year: Canelo Alvarez
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Amanda Serrano
Editor’s Choice: Canelo Alvarez
WBN Fight of the Year: Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder III
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Devin Haney
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: George Kambosos Jr.
Stoppage of 2021: Oscar Valdez [vs. Miguel Berchelt – FEB]
Trainer of the Year: Eddy Reynoso
Boxing Comeback of 2021: Nonito Donaire
Upset of 2021: Sandor Martin [vs. Mikey Garcia – OCT]
World title prospect of 2022: Jaron Ennis
WBN Awards 2020
World Boxing News Fighter of the Decade: Floyd Mayweather
WBN Fighter of the Year: Teofimo Lopez (29%)
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Jessica McCaskill
Editor’s Choice: Tyson Fury
WBN Fight of the Year: Jose Zepeda vs. Ivan Baranchyk
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Teofimo Lopez
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Teofimo Lopez
Stoppage of 2020: Alexander Povetkin (vs. Dillian Whyte – AUG)
Trainer of the Year: Teofimo Lopez Sr.
Boxing Comeback of 2020: Errol Spence Jr.
World title prospect of 2021: Edgar Berlanga
Upset of 2020: Jessica McCaskill
WBN Awards 2019
WBN Fighter of the Year: Manny Pacquiao (86%)
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Amanda Serrano
Editor’s Choice: Canelo Alvarez
WBN Fight of the Year: Naoya Inoue vs. Nonito Donaire
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Kosei Tanaka
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Errol Spence Jr.
Stoppage of 2019: Deontay Wilder (vs. Luis Ortiz II – November)
Trainer/s of the Year: Chepo and Eddy Reynoso
Boxing Comeback of 2019: Floyd Mayweather
World title prospect of 2020: Ryan Garcia
Upset of 2019: Andy Ruiz Jr. (vs. Anthony Joshua)
WBN Awards 2018
WBN Fighter of the Year: Tyson Fury (40%)
Women’s Fighter of the Year: Cecilia Braekhus
Editor’s Choice: Oleksandr Usyk
WBN Fight of the Year: Canelo vs. Gennady Golovkin (September)
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Kosei Tanaka
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Oleksandr Gvozdyk
Stoppage of 2018: Naoya Inoue (vs. Payano)
Trainer of the Year: Anatoly Lomachenko
Boxing Comeback of 2018: Tyson Fury
World title prospect of 2019: Ryan Garcia
WBN Awards 2017
WBN Fighter of the Year: Gennady Golovkin (48%)
Editor’s Choice: Gennady Golovkin
WBN Fight of the Year: Anthony Joshua vs. Wladimir Klitschko
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Daigo Higa
Pound for Pound Breakthrough: Srisaket Sor Rungvisai
Stoppage of 2017: Deontay Wilder (vs. Bermane Stiverne II – November)
Trainer of the Year: Anatoly Lomachenko
Boxing Comeback of 2017: Floyd Mayweather
World title prospect of 2018: Nicola Adams
WBN Awards 2016
WBN Fighter of the Year: Vasyl Lomachenko (37%)
Editor’s Choice: Vasyl Lomachenko
WBN Fight of the Year: Francisco Vargas vs. Orlando Salido (June)
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Kosei Tanaka
Pound for pound breakthrough: Vasyl Lomachenko
Stoppage of 2016: Vasyl Lomachenko (vs. Roman Martinez June 11)
Trainer of the Year: Arnulfo Obando (posthumously)
Boxing Comeback of 2016: Manny Pacquiao
World title prospect of 2017: Errol Spence Jr.
WBN Awards 2015
WBN Fighter of the Year: Gennady Golovkin (94%)
Editor’s Choice: Floyd Mayweather Jr
WBN Fight of the Year: Francisco Vargas vs. Takashi Miura: (November)
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Kosei Tanaka
Pound for pound breakthrough: Roman Gonzalez
Stoppage of 2015: Canelo Alvarez (vs. James Kirkland – Texas, May 9)
Trainer of the Year: Floyd Mayweather Sr.
Boxing Comeback of 2015: Nonito Donaire
World title prospect of 2016: Oleksandr Usyk
WBN Awards 2014
WBN Fighter of the Year: Gennady Golovkin (73%)
Editor’s Choice: Gennady Golovkin
WBN Fight of the Year: Lucas Matthysse vs. John Molina (April)
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Naoya Inoue (super-flyweight)
Pound for pound breakthrough: Sergey Kovalev
Stoppage of 2014: Wladimir Klitschko vs. Kubrat Pulev
Trainer of the Year: Freddie Roach
Boxing Comeback of 2014: Lucas Matthysse
World title prospect of 2015: Keith Thurman
WBN Awards 2013
WBN Fighter of the Year: Gennady Golovkin (74%)
Editor’s Choice: Floyd Mayweather Jr.
WBN Fight of the Year: Bradley vs. Provodnikov (March)
WBN Young Fighter of the Year (23 under): Tomoki Kameda (bantamweight)
Pound for pound breakthrough: Guillermo Rigondeaux (super-bantamweight)
Stoppage of 2013: Jhonny Gonzalez vs. Abner Mares
Trainer of the Year: Floyd Mayweather Sr.
Boxing Comeback of 2013: Bernard Hopkins
World title prospect of 2014: Vasyl Lomachenko
WBA Awards 2012
WBN Fighter of the Year: Carl Froch (21%)
Editor’s Choice (Fighter of the Year): Juan Manuel Marquez
Young Fighter of the Year: Adrien Broner
P4P Breakthrough: Danny Garcia
Fight of the Year: Juan Manuel Marquez vs. Manny Pacquiao 4
Stoppage of 2012: Juan Manuel Marquez vs. Manny Pacquiao 4
Trainer of the Year: Nacho Beristain
Boxing Comeback of 2012: Daniel Jacobs
World title prospect of 2013: Julio Ceja
WBN Awards 2011
WBN Fighter of the Year: Andre Ward (51%)
Fight of the Year: Delvin Rodriguez vs. Pawel Wolak I (July 15, Roseland Ballroom, New York, USA)
Knockout of 2011: Nonito Donaire vs. Montiel (February 19, Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, USA)
Young Fighter of the Year: Adrien Broner
Trainer of the Year: Virgil Hunter
Boxing Comeback of 2011: Erik Morales
Championship prospect of 2012: Gilberto Ramirez Sanchez
WBN Awards 2010
World Boxing News Fighter of the Year: Amir Khan (33%)
Fight of the Year: Amir Khan vs. Marcos Maidana
Knockout of 2010: Sergio Martinez vs. Paul Williams
World Boxing News Young Boxer of the Year: Saul Alvarez
Trainer of the Year: Freddie Roach
Boxing Comeback of 2010: Cornelius “K9” Bundrage
Championship title prospect of 2011: Saul Alvarez
World Boxing News Fighter of the Decade: Manny Pacquiao
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New reports show a big academic recovery after schools reopened. But not for all students. Stanford professor Sean Reardon tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly how the pandemic worsened education inequality.
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New reports show a big academic recovery after schools reopened. But not for all students. Stanford professor Sean Reardon tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly how the pandemic worsened education inequality.
Copyright 2024 NPR
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NPR News Lawmakers grilled the CEOs of top social media companies in a hearing today By Dara Kerr Published January 31, 2024 at 3:21 PM MST Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 3:45 During a contentious hearing, lawmakers demanded that social media companies do better to protect children online. Copyright 2024 NPR
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There have been rumblings of fur trending all winter but it took Chloë Sevigny sauntering around her natural habitat, New York City, with the fuzziest of Prada collars to solidify the fact. Fur is back, baby. At least for famous people.
It’s one of those outfits that only an OG It Girl can pull off. A black hoodie, flared skirt, black leather boots, and Vivienne Westwood bag all bundled up in a brown leather Prada coat with a hefty, two-tone shearling collar.
Only Chloë can put all the disparate pieces together in such a way as to make it work. It’s one of the season's definitive looks and a clear co-sign on the whole “fur is back” trend. (Technically, shearling is more leather [sheepskin, specifically] than fur but it falls in line with the ongoing debate, even though Prada no longer uses real fur)
She ain't the only famous person out here in fuzzy stuff, not by a long shot: celebs have been donning faux fur a ton as of late.
Rihanna has long been a fan of a big fur coat though she's been wearing mix of the real deal and faux; for instance, she recently repped a faux fur $10,000 Armani number in Aspen over the holidays. Also in Aspen, Kendall Jenner wore a $27K Pheobe Philo fur. You don’t even need a massive coat or collar to pull fur off — Bella Thorne rocked faux fur shoulders atop a velvet suit at 2024’s Paris Fashion Week for a minimalist take on the look.
Does fur really ever go out of style? Debatable, though it is one of the most controversial textiles out there.
Animal rights activists point to exploitative fur farming practices; others cite arguments that explore a grey area.
Either way, the point has inspired rising demand for faux, or vegan, fur made of man-made materials. However, this material doesn't age well, biodegrades poorly, and often lacks the luster of the real deal.
As such, a number of shoppers are turning to vintage fur coats and jackets, as made clear by a number of TikToks on the subject of fur.
Their POV is simple: these decades-old fur clothes have already existed.
By purchasing them secondhand, you aren't contributing to the contemporary fur trade, which is still supplying furs to fashion brands as evidenced by the textiles used for recent fashion shows.
And so, fur is everywhere right now, of both the real and faux varieties.
And it is a choice, if only because no matter how you wear it, fur is dramatic AF, whether you’re Chloë Sevigny or not.
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A smoke grenade burns during a demonstration at Pacific Regional Training Center - Andersen, Guam, Jan. 30, 2024. A laser mounted on top of a Recovery of Air Bases Denied by Ordnance truck was showcased to allies and sister service members. The laser disposes of explosives in a safe and efficient manner while the RADBO truck itself reduces hazard and protects service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jasmine M. Barnes)
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Clark Hunt, the Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, is a prominent figure in the world of professional sports. As of 2024, Clark Hunt's net worth is estimated at an impressive $2 billion, according to LuxLux. This substantial figure reflects his successful management of the Chiefs and his extensive involvement in various sports ventures. Hunt's journey in the sports industry is marked by strategic leadership and a deep commitment to the growth and success of his teams.
Early Involvement In Sports Management
Moreover, Clark Hunt's foray into sports management was heavily influenced by his family's legacy. As the son of Lamar Hunt, founder of the Kansas City Chiefs and a key figure in the formation of the American Football League (AFL), Clark grew up with a strong foundation in sports. He was also involved in the management of the Chiefs from a young age. Hunt learned the intricacies of sports team ownership and operation. This early exposure also laid the groundwork for his future roles in the industry.
Leadership Of The Kansas City Chiefs
Under Clark Hunt's leadership, the Kansas City Chiefs have experienced considerable success both on and off the field. Hunt has been instrumental in guiding the team through significant milestones. These include Super Bowl appearances and victories. Further, his approach to team management, focusing on both athletic excellence and business acumen, has solidified the Chiefs' position as a premier franchise in the NFL.
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Overall, the estimation of Clark Hunt's net worth is indicative of his successful career in sports management. This wealth is derived not only from his role with the Chiefs but also from his involvement in other sports-related ventures and investments. Hunt's business strategies and decisions have played a crucial role in his financial achievements. This further makes him one of the wealthiest figures in the world of professional sports.
Clark Hunt's influence extends beyond the NFL. He is known for his contributions to the wider sports community, including his role in Major League Soccer (MLS) and other sporting initiatives. His commitment to promoting sports and enhancing the fan experience has had a lasting impact on the industry. Hunt's legacy is characterized by a blend of innovative leadership and a deep respect for the traditions of the sports he is involved in.
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The illusion of love is tempting, but trying to hold onto it only keeps you from finding the real thing.
By Marielisa Reyes
Written on Jan 31, 2024
Photo: Viktor Solomin via Canva
We all remember the classic Disney films like "Cinderella" and "The Little Mermaid." We remember the magical storytelling and the fascinating characters. Feeling enthralled we believed that love was either black or white — and that there’s no in-between. But love is a little more complicated than this.
Despite what we know now, we still tend to get caught up our the illusions of what love is rather than face reality.
Luckily, certified trauma professional Linda Meredith shares the top signs you may be caught up in an unconscious illusion of love, and how you can break free from it.
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6 Signs Your Love Is An Illusion
1. The 'love' comes with conditions.
Conditional love is dependent on actions and status rather than on emotions. This can be disastrous, as realistically your relationship is bound to go through hard times.
As Meredith writes, “I love you includes loving your partner beyond status or material things.”
If you or your partner struggles with this, counselor Urvashi Marashi advises you to consider stepping away from the relationship. She writes, “When a relationship affects us negatively and hinders our growth, it’s high time to reevaluate it and at times, end it.”
If your feeling aren't freely reciprocated, it may be time to break up.
2. Your actions in the relationship are fueled by trauma.
To address trauma we have to first recognize and acknowledge how it affects us. Though it may seem obvious, many of us go through life unknowingly dealing with the effects of unresolved trauma.
If you experienced trauma in your childhood or previous relationships, it's possible you may "find yourself repeating cycles from your early life and placing yourself in situations where you may be hurt again emotionally or physically."
In such cases, the relationship isn't based on love. It's a trauma reenactment.
RELATED: The Sad Reason Why Childhood Trauma Is Holding You Back As An Adult
3. You experience the toxic quartet: criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling and contempt.
Researcher and couples therapist John Gottman found that these four behaviors are the biggest predictors a relationship will end.
Let’s face it, expressing criticism constantly doesn’t do much and can have negative consequences over time. Combine this with stonewalling or contempt and your partner can begin to feel as if you don’t love them anymore.
If your partner has been unknowingly hurting you, take time to sit down and reflect on your relationship. Is the love as real as you think It Is?
4. They insist on double standards.
Double standards can be a deal breaker in any relationship. After all, it’s infuriating for your partner to expect certain treatment if they don't reciprocate.
This kind of hypcritical behavior can be a glaring sign that what you have together isn't the kind of love you were probably really looking for.
RELATED: 8 Bogus Communication Double Standards That Seriously Drive Your Relationship Apart
5. The relationship is emotionally immature.
Emotionally immaturity is a breeding ground for emotional trauma if not dealt with promptly. And let’s be clear — disrespect should never be tolerated in any relationship.
According to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices, “Disrespect causes the recipient to experience fear, anger, shame, confusion, uncertainty, isolation, self-doubt, depression, and a whole host of physical ailments such as insomnia, fatigue, nausea, and hypertension.”
"If you aim to have respectful conversations, make sure you both listen to each other," writes therapists Linda and Charlie Bloom. Don’t talk over each other and never engage in disrespectful behavior such as rolling your eyes. This can come off as dismissive and can leave your partner feeling unimportant.
Take timeouts when you feel emotionally overwhelmed and acknowledge your partner’s efforts.
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6. One of you wants the other to change but isn't willing to work on themselves.
Telling your partner to pay attention while scrolling through your phone is a classic example of hypocrisy, given the fact that most of us do it all the time. But as the saying goes, everyone is a hypocrite, including you and me.
You can’t expect change if you aren’t willing to change yourself. These confusing double standards will leave your partner feel anxious and demoralized.
This dynamic can also easily turn into a toxic or abusive relationship if one person is always criticized.
Sit down with your partner and discuss both of your issues calmly. This conversation is necessary to have if you want to create a fair dynamic together.
After discussing, come up with a plan to limit these mistakes. For instance, if communication is an issue for both parties, then agree to set up a time to talk every day.
Limit the use of electronics and use this time to reestablish your connection. If you struggle with what to talk about then only ask open-ended questions. You can also create conversation by engaging in new experiences.
RELATED: 6 Toxic Relationship Behaviors Most Couples Think Are Normal
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Marielisa Reyes is a writer with a bachelor's degree in psychology who covers self-help, relationships, career, and family topics.
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Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has noted that his government will not accept or recognize any agreement with Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) if voted back into power.
Addressing professional bodies in Koforidua as part of his two-day tour of the Eastern Region, Mr Mahama said his government will hold SML accountable for monies expended under the contract.
He said, “The NDC government under me will not accept or recognize this SML agreement. We will not accept or recognize the SML agreement."
"Parliament is investigating it. The President hurriedly went to get KPMG to come and audit it. Whatever audit they do we say we won’t accept or respect any agreement with SML and for the money that they’ve taken already we would hold them to account,” Mr. Mahama added.
Mahama's comment comes on the back of allegations of corruption related to the SML deal where the company receives up to GH¢24 million monthly payments from the government of Ghana.
The contract, which was entered into by GRA and SML was to enhance revenue assurance in the downstream petroleum sector, the upstream petroleum production and minerals and metals resources value chain.
SML after an investigative piece by the Fourth Estate in December 2023 debunked claims of being awarded a 10-year contract duration, insisting that it has been given a 5-year contract instead.
The company further dispelled claims that it takes $100 million annually from its contract.
The Ghana Revenue Authority, in a statement issued on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, also affirmed that its board and management followed the right processes in procuring the services of SML.
“The Contract is for five (5) years and is performance-based and approved under Section 40 of the Public Procurement Act, Act 663, 2003.”
The Fourth Estate also said its investigations have disproved wild claims by SML Company that it had helped save Ghana billions of cedis that would have been lost in the downstream petroleum sector but for its intervention.
The Finance Committee of Parliament on December 23, 2023, recommended a suspension of all payments under the government’s contract with SML from 2024, pending a probe into the contract by Parliament.
The committee said upon a review of the contract, it requires Parliamentary approval under the Financial Management Act, hence the need for the GRA to be notified about the statutory requirement.
Meanwhile, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed KPMG to conduct an audit into the transaction between Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilization Ghana Ltd.
KPMG is expected to complete its work on Friday, 23rd February 2024.
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When considering whether to draft Corey Seager to your Fantasy Baseball teams, how you felt about his injury risk was always going to be a significant part of the calculation. And that became even more of a concern this week, as we learned Seager is undergoing surgery to repair a sports hernia injury suffered during last year's playoffs.
That injury makes Seager's World Series MVP trophy even more impressive, but it also complicates his timetable for the start of the 2024 MLB season. Seager tried the rest and rehab approach to the injury, but it didn't heal as much as hoped, so the decision to undergo surgery was made in recent weeks. According to reports, the team hopes Seager can be back by Opening Day, but with just about eight weeks to go, that timetable is no sure thing.
Looking at other players who had sports hernia surgeries in recent years tells us as much. Last year, for example, Rockies outfielder Randal Grichuk had a similar surgery in mid-February and ended up missing most of the first month of the season, ultimately debuting April 29, around 80 days after the injury. Even accounting for the fact that he debuted on a rehab assignment 11 days earlier, a similar timetable would make it tough for Seager to be ready for Opening Day, a mere 58 days after his surgery was announced.
That's a data point of one, obviously, but in perusing BaseballProspectus's Recovery Dashboard tool, there aren't many prior situations that suggest a more optimistic timetable. Evan White missed 53 days between his surgery and his debut in the minors in 2022, which would give Seager just enough time to be ready for Opening Day, or shortly thereafter with a rehab assignment; however, during that same season, Trevor Larnach missed 83 days between his surgery and his return to game action.
Every player and every surgery is different, but the point here is, that the timetable Seager is likely looking at could see him ready right around Opening Day in a best-case scenario, but it's not out of the question he could miss much of the first month of the season, too.
Now, if all that happens is Seager misses a few weeks of games and then comes back and is Corey Seager the rest of the way, I might not even downgrade him much in my rankings. After all, Seager just hit .327/.390/.623 with 33 homers and 184 combined runs and RBI in just 119 games last season. He legitimately might be one of the five best hitters in baseball right now, and a couple of weeks at the beginning of the season would do little to change his value in the long run.
But we can't just assume the best-case scenario will happen, right? There's always the potential for setbacks, especially if Seager tries to rush back in time for Opening Day. Beyond that risk, Seager is likely to have either a limited or completely absent presence at Spring Training, disrupting his typical prep for the season, which could lead to a slow start, possibly one that lingers and derails the whole season.
And, of course, there's the elephant in the room whenever we're talking about Seager, which is his lengthy injury history even before this issue. He missed time with a hamstring injury and a thumb sprain last season, had a fractured hand in 2021, missed a month with a hamstring issue in 2019, and had Tommy John surgery in 2018. Those injuries mostly seem unrelated, so it might just be a string of bad luck, but if you were drafting Seager, you were already getting a discount because of concerns about his ability to stay healthy – and now he's already going to be coming back from surgery to open the season, whenever he does.
Add it all up, and you have to downgrade Seager even further. I dropped him from the mid-teens in my overall rankings to the mid-30s – to a range with Jose Altuve, Bo Bichette, and Michael Harris, three high-upside hitters who also come with somewhat significant question marks of their own. None of their ceilings may be as high as Seager's, of course, but all three are also presently healthy as they prepare for the season.
That range feels right to me, though it's worth noting that Scott White and Frank Stampfl are a bit less concerned, dropping Seager to 28th and 30th in their rankings, respectively. That lack of concern may ultimately be the right call – if Seager makes it back by mid-April and plays the way we know he's capable, he'll be a steal even at 28th overall.
But there are just an awful lot of ways things could go wrong for a player undergoing surgery just a few weeks before the start of the season. And, given Seager's pre-existing injury concerns, plus the fact that as good as he was in 2023, it was a clear outlier for his career, I just can't justify a top-three-round pick on him. I may very well come to regret that, and I might end up moving Seager up as we get closer to the start of the season. But right now, this injury has scared me off of him.
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True Detective: Night Country — aka True Detective Season 4 — is doing alright with critics. Jodie Foster’s first TV acting gig since she voiced Maggie in a 2009 episode of The Simpsons — and her first regular live-action TV work since the short-lived Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice show — it’s got a Rotten Tomatoes score in the 90s, plus an audience rating in the 60s, which is nothing to sneeze at. Still, it does have one major detractor: Nic Pizzolatto, the show’s creator and honcho through its third season. He recently laid into the fourth season on social media, but instead of slamming him back, current showrunner Issa López is taking the high road.
Pizzolatto made his comments on Instagram while replying to some haters. Though he retains an executive producer credit, he claimed he certainly did not have any input on this story or anything else.” As such, if anyone has any complaints about it — such as its connections to earlier seasons, which he called “so stupid” — then take it elsewhere. “Can’t blame me,” he wrote.
They’re strong words, but in a recent chat with Vulture, López refused to return in kind:
“I believe that every storyteller has a very specific, peculiar, and unique relation to the stories they create, and whatever his reactions are, he’s entitled to them. That’s his prerogative,” López told Vulture. “I wrote this with profound love for the work he made and love for the people that loved it. And it is a reinvention, and it is different, and it’s done with the idea of sitting down around the fire, and [let’s] have some fun and have some feelings and have some thoughts. And anybody that wants to join is welcome.”
So there. Sure, it probably doesn’t feel great that the person who created and formerly ran the show you’re stewarding through a new season doesn’t appear to like what you’re doing. On the other hand, critics and audiences like it more than Pizzolatto’s second and third seasons, the former being a notorious step-down from the beloved first, which turned the words “time is a flat circle” into a feel-good catchphrase still being cheerily quoted today.
True Detective: Night Country airs on HBO on Sunday night. It’s only halfway through its run, meaning there are only three episodes left.
(Via Vulture)
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Nye County sees 123% spike in roadway fatalities: 2023 among deadliest years in decades
Nye County saw a dramatic 123-percent spike in fatalities, with 29 deaths last year, compared with 13 fatalities in 2022.
That’s among the data findings that show Nevada traffic fatalities in 2023 were down compared to 2022, but it still was one of the deadliest years on state roads over nearly two decades.
The 386 crash deaths in the state were down 7 percent from 2022’s 416 fatals, which makes 2023 the second-deadliest year on state roads since 2006, only behind the prior year’s total, according to state data tracked by the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
“These numbers still are preliminary and as we get more data throughout the year, that number could rise,” said Anita Pepper, spokeswoman for Zero Fatalities. “It’s also still too high. We want to see everyone get to their destination and see everyone come home at night.”
Impairment and seeing are the leading causes of fatal crashes, as is the case each year, Pepper noted.
The Nevada Office of Traffic Safety pushed out messaging and carried out education efforts aimed at making drivers more mindful of safety, Pepper said.
Part of that messaging is urging motorists to stop distracted and impaired driving, and pushing motorists and passengers to use seat belts.
“Those types of things, hopefully people are working to do their part to keep the roads safe,” Pepper said.
Pedestrian deaths were on the rise, with 106 deaths last year, up 16 percent over 2022’s 91 fatalities.
That increase also rang true in Clark County, where 82 pedestrians were killed, up 15 percent over the 71 deaths in 2022.
That’s cause for concern for Andrew Bennett, director of Clark County’s Office of Traffic Safety.
Bennett highlighted that all data trends in the county weren’t negative, with motorcyclist and cyclist fatalities down 12 percent and 38 percent, respectively, in 2023 compared with fatalities in 2022 in Clark County.
“That is significant,” Bennett said. “That’s not just me cherry-picking the best news on here.”
Statewide motorcyclist deaths were down 26 percent and cyclist deaths dipped 20 percent between 2022 and 2023.
Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft, who champions traffic safety efforts in the Las Vegas Valley, said motorcyclists deaths being down could be because of discussions and coverage of such crashes over the years.
“I think that it is aspirational to think that had some impact, the level of attention on prior fatalities,” Naft said.
Unrestrained deaths in the state were down 23 percent, going from 86 in 2022 to 66 in 2023, but were up 5 percent in Clark County, with 41 in 2023, two more than in 2022.
The state will again use joining forces campaigns to target different issues on the road, such as speeding, impaired and distracted driving, hoping to curb the rate of crashes, especially fatal instances, involving such behaviors.
As part of the program, funds are provided to 27 law enforcement agencies to do traffic safety work throughout the year. The state’s grant programs also provide support to the DUI court and a grant is funding a study out of the University of Nevada, Reno, researching speeding in school zones.
“That’s where the office of traffic safety is able to provide grants to different agencies throughout the state,” Pepper said. “With that enforcement they’re able to do some events around looking for impaired drivers and checking for distracted drivers. Those are things that we’re always doing, but we’re able to provide money so we can put more officers on the road.”
Contact Mick Akers at makers@reviewjournal.com or 702-387-2920. Follow @mickakers on X. Send questions and comments to roadwarrior@reviewjournal.com.
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Democrats and Republicans in the Oregon Senate outlined their priorities for the shortened 2024 legislative session.
Sen. Tim Knopp of Bend laid out the Republican priorities in a release, highlighted by Measure 110, housing and making sure Oregonians continue to receive the kicker tax credit.
“Decades of one-party Democrat control has created a severe housing shortage, increased costs for families, and made it extremely difficult for businesses to thrive in Oregon. Meanwhile, homelessness, drug addiction, and violent crime have eroded the fabric of our communities – especially since the passage of Measure 110,” Knopp, the Senate Minority Leader, said in a statement. “Senate Republicans’ agenda focuses on course correcting the Legislature’s response to Oregon’s growing problems by abandoning failed policies of decades past and embracing bold solutions that will put Oregon on a path to success.”
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Democrats are calling their agenda “Uniting Oregon,” with a focus on housing, the drug crisis and the economy.
“In 2024, Senate Democrats will work to turn Oregon’s shared problems into shared solutions and take action on the most urgent issues impacting all Oregonians. We will be focused on reducing homelessness, increasing affordable housing, improving public health and safety, and strengthening our schools and the economy. We invite everyone to work with us to make our shared goals a reality,” said Senate Majority Leader Kate Lieber in a statement
Here is a look at the priorities both parties presented.
HOMELESSNESS RELIEF AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING
SAFE, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
STRONG SCHOOLS, STRONG ECONOMY
Boosting Housing Production
The severe housing shortage that exists in Oregon today was created overtime by status-quo liberal policies that have handcuffed cities, overregulated builders, and stifled development. Senate Republicans are proposing commonsense reforms which will free up land to invest in housing of all types in all communities, not just Portland.
Priority Legislation: SB 1564
Addressing Drug Addiction, Homelessness, and Crime
Drug addiction, homelessness, and crime have soared in recent years – especially since Measure 110. Communities have suffered and lives have been lost. Senate Republicans are introducing several key bills aimed at getting these issues under control and saving lives. Some policies focus on treatment for drug addiction, and others support victims of child abuse.
While special interest activists and far-left Democrats defend the Measure 110 disaster, most Oregonians say it’s time for drastic change. The Legislature must course correct and create a better policy that puts people on a path to recovery. Senate Republicans believe Measure 110 reform must recriminalize drug possession to a Class A Misdemeanor, giving law enforcement what they need to provide accountability that will require treatment for addiction as a diversion from jail. Reform must also ban public use of hard drugs, enhance penalties for drug dealers, fund specialty drug courts, and allow counties – not OHA – to address needs at a local level.
Priority Legislation: SB 1555, SB 1588, SB 1579
Defending the Kicker, Growing the Economy, Lowering Costs
Oregon is an amazing place to call home, but it comes with a high price tag. Inflation coupled with high taxes, fees, and burdensome regulations pushed by Democrat lawmakers has made Oregon so expensive to live, operate a business, and raise a family that people are fleeing in huge numbers. Senate Republicans will push for lower taxes for small businesses, financial relief for wildfire victims, income tax exemptions for veterans, and property tax exemptions for seniors, while fighting Democrat attempts to raise taxes and take the Kicker from working Oregonians.
Priority Legislation: SB 1542, SB 1549, SB 1520, SJR 202, SB 1543
Protecting Constitutional Rights Threatened by Democrats
Senate Republicans place great importance on protecting the constitutional rights of Oregonians whether it be the 2nd Amendment or the Kicker. This will remain a focus throughout the entire Session as tyranny of the majority is often an inevitable reality in the Democrat-controlled Legislature.
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Hannah Hughes, who you might know as the guitarist from Julez and The Rollerz, has released a video for her new solo song “Tonite”. The video was directed by Vicente Cordero. The song appears to be a standalone single and is available digitally now. Hannah Hughes released her debut album Simi in 2021. Check out the video below.
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Top tech CEOs were being grilled in Washington by lawmakers, who said the companies have failed to protect children from being subjected to sexual abuse and exploitation on their websites.
The executives include Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, X's Linda Yaccarino and TikTok's Shou Zi Chew, among others.
The social media apps have "given predators powerful new tools to exploit children," said Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., at the kickoff of the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday. He noted that the powerful apps "have changed the way we live, work and play."
The hearing is one of several over the past year as pressure builds for federal regulators to do more to hold tech companies accountable for children's safety online. Lawmakers have spoken out, have written letters to the CEOs and are pushing five separate bills that cover social media and child safety.
States have also targeted the social media companies. Last year, 13 states passed laws to protect kids on social media, and more states are expected to do the same.
"You have blood on your hands," Sen. Lindsey Graham tells Zuckerberg
Of the companies testifying on Wednesday, Meta has especially come under fire for allegedly creating a toxic environment for children. In October, a group of more than 40 states sued the company for allegedly designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive.
Separately, New Mexico's attorney general filed another suit against Meta, alleging it fails to remove child sexual abuse material from its platforms and also makes it easy for adults to solicit minors.
That lawsuit came after a Facebook whistleblower, Arturo Bejar, testified before a Senate Judiciary subcommittee in November. Based on data he collected while working at Facebook, he said he found that 24% of teens had received unwanted sexual advances. And when harmful posts are reported, he said, only 2% are taken down.
During Wednesday's hearing, Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., laid into Zuckerberg.
"Mr. Zuckerberg," Graham began, "you have blood on your hands. You have a product that's killing people."
The packed audience, which included parents, survivors and child advocates, erupted in applause.
Zuckerberg has testified several times before members of the Senate, and he voluntarily agreed to speak again on Wednesday. In his opening statement, he said, "Keeping young people safe online has been a challenge since the internet began."
"No matter how much we invest or how effective our tools are, there's always more to learn and more improvements to make," Zuckerberg added.
Internal emails show Zuckerberg declined to hire staff to protect children online
In the lead-up to Wednesday's hearing, Meta rolled out new tools geared toward protecting kids online. Those include barring children under age 18 from seeing posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders. The company says it has around 40,000 people working on safety and security issues.
But just hours before the hearing began, lawmakers released 90 pages of internal emails that showed Meta has refused to fully commit to improving child safety on its platforms. At one point in 2021, the emails show, Zuckerberg declined a proposal to hire 45 new staff members dedicated to children's well-being.
The emails show top executives at Meta discussing budget and head count, as well as the fact that if they didn't address the issue they'd face increased regulatory risk and external criticism.
"This work & narrative has of course become a more critical focal point for policymakers, regulators et al in recent weeks — this is not likely to diminish going forward," Nick Clegg, Meta's president of global affairs wrote in a 2021 email to Zuckerberg.
The internal emails were produced in response to a letter that Senators Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., and Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., sent to Meta in November.
Five federal bills introduced
Of the other executives to testify, TikTok's Chew has also appeared before Congresslast year, but this is the first time lawmakers have grilled X's Yaccarino and the two other CEOs: Snap's Evan Spiegel and Discord's Jason Citron. Chew volunteered to speak on Wednesday, but Yaccarino, Spiegel and Citron agreed only after being subpoenaed.
Snap has come out as the sole social media company to throw its support behind the Kids Online Safety Act, which is one of the bills that lawmakers are hoping to bring to the Senate floor this year. If passed, it would hold tech companies accountable for feeding teens toxic content.
"Many of the largest and most successful internet companies today were born here in the United States of America, and we must lead not only in technical innovation but also in smart regulation," Snap's Spiegel said in his opening remarks on Wednesday.
Throughout the hearing, several of the senators tried to get the tech CEOs to agree to back legislation. All of the executives said more had to be done and they agree with regulation, but besides Spiegel, none said they'd fully back one of the bills.
At one point Senator Chris Coons, D-Del., tried to get the CEOs to support legislation he and several other senators introduced, the Platform Accountability and Transparency Act.
"Is there any one of you willing to say now that you support this bill?" Coons asked the CEOs.
After the question didn't elicit a response, he followed up with: "Mr. Chairman, let the record reflect a yawning silence from the leaders of the social media platforms."
Child safety groups and parents joined lawmakers for several press conferences on Wednesday. They echoed the senators' demands that more has to be done to protect kids online.
"Parents used to worry about where their kids were at 10 p.m.," said Imran Ahmed, CEO and founder of the nonprofit Center for Countering Digital Hate. "These days, they may be physically present, but we don't know who they're spending time with online and what they're being exposed to every day."
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The dueling contests surrounding the Nevada Republican's nominating process has led to voter confusion. And with it, an outcome many in the state saw as inevitable: Trump is the de facto winner.
Copyright 2024 NPR
The dueling contests surrounding the Nevada Republican's nominating process has led to voter confusion. And with it, an outcome many in the state saw as inevitable: Trump is the de facto winner.
Copyright 2024 NPR
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Something is possibly afoot with Nike and Stüssy, literally.
On January 30, sneaker sample collector Carter Wang posted a picture of a pair of bright yellow mesh Nike sneakers with “Stüssy” printed on the back heel, where the Nike imprint is usually found. On the inside heel, they’re also stamped with “sample,” so it’s unclear if this is a true first look or just a shoe sample that was never actually mass-produced.
That would be a shame, at least for the account’s 7000-plus followers, who heavily commented that the sneakers were “hard” and indeed they are.
The potential Stüssy x Nike collab is sleek, with a mesh upper, suede toe, and a black swoosh and laces, something one could easily imagine in the pantheon of solid Nike collabs.
Stüssy's "new" Nike shoes are also very similar to the LD Waffle collab Nike created with sacai in 2021 and the Daybreak it created with Undercover in 2019, at least in terms of the overall shape and sole. So where did these come from? And if they are real to-be-released sneakers, when?
Our feet may never know.
If they were just samples that never made it to a factory line, it’s possible they were part of a brainstorm for Nike and Stüssy’s more recent Fall 2023 collab which would be odd because of how different these shoes are from what the collaborators have recently been up to.
In addition to apparel, Stüssy and Nike created a new look for the Air Flight 89, complete with bold colors and snakeskin details. They look nothing like the pair of kicks posted on January 30, so it doesn’t really look like these would have been part of that collection.
So maybe this means something new is in fact on the way. Or maybe they're just old AF. Only Nike and Stüssy know for sure.
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Thomas Giglio, a 36th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal team member, shoots a smoke grenade during a Recovery of Air Bases Denied by Ordnance (RADBO) truck demonstration Pacific Regional Training Center - Andersen, Guam, Jan. 30, 2024. The demonstration was to showcase a new laser capability to allies and sister service members. The laser is mounted on top of the RADBO truck to dispose of explosives in a safer and more efficient manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jasmine M. Barnes)
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They're the foundations of all healthy relationships.
By Will Meek, PhD
Last updated on Jan 31, 2024
Photo: Hector Pertuz / Shutterstock
We all have relationship needs that are important for us to be healthy. Some of these are particular to us (certain levels of control, trust, or ways of communicating).
But there are basic, universal needs we all have that researchers and psychologists alike have been working on understanding for decades. Those basic relationship needs are all things we cannot provide ourselves, and we rely on others to help provide them for us.
Here are 3 relationship needs couples use to overcome the biggest challenges.
1. Companionship and belonging
Companionship and belonging are our need to share our lives and have a sense of belonging, acceptance, and affiliation with others. It's a need to feel like we have someone on our team, and that we are meant to exist in the same space as them.
When these needs are met, we usually feel contentment, warmth, and security. We understand that we have someone on which we can rely, and that offers a sense of relief.
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2. Verbal and physical affection
Affection is our need to have care from others expressed to us through words and touch. As human beings, touch is a primal and instinctual need, and lacking any type of affection in a relationship can have dire consequences.
When this need is met, we usually feel happiness and excitement, and have a sense of confidence. Not only does physical affection release feel-good hormones, but is also associated with higher relationship satisfaction.
3. Emotional support and validation
This is our need to be attended to, validated, and supported when we are struggling. When we are experiencing troubles in our personal or work life, we want to know that we have that emotional validation and care waiting for us at home.
When this is met, we usually feel a sense of relief, relaxation, grounding, and efficacy. It makes us more willing to open up and be vulnerable with our partner.
As adults, there is a universal set of relationship needs that remains.
The original concept of these needs was from psychoanalytic therapists who called them “dependency needs,” because we were dependent on others to meet them. Specifically, when we are first born into the world, almost every need except for oxygen is a dependency need.
An infant is dependent on caregivers for food, comfort, and care. As we get older, these needs change because we learn to provide some of these things for ourselves.
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For couples, these needs are ideally met in the partnership. Strong couples are able to be good companions (sharing their day to day lives, personal histories, and interests together), give verbal and physical affection (affirmations, hugs, physical intimacy, compliments), and provide emotional support (being there to help during tough times, validations when the person is struggling).
In a healthy relationship, both members of a couple get used to depending on the other for these needs, and when they are not met, each person starts to become dissatisfied, which ultimately can lead to a breakup.
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Individuals that are not currently in a partnership need to have these met in other ways. Usually, a lot of this occurs in strong bonds with friends and family.
A good example would be a group of friends or a family that knows you well, gives big hugs when they see you, always has your back, and knows the right thing to say when you are under stress, making you feel like you have an important place in their lives.
Additional Relationship Needs
It is also important to note that these are usually not the only needs people have in relationships, they are just the universal set. Since we all have variations in our family systems and experiences relating to others, almost everyone has some individualized needs as well.
For example, in addition to the basic set, some people have different needs for the amount of control in a relationship, or have specific requests to feel balanced and comfortable in it. Some of these can ultimately be changed if the person wants to work on it, especially if it is due to negative or traumatic experiences in an earlier part of life.
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When Needs Are Not Met
The results of these needs not being met are different depending on the individual on where he or she is in life.
If these needs are not met when we are children, it can lead to longer-lasting problems relating to others. As adults, not having these met adequately leads to feelings of loneliness, and sometimes can move into hopelessness or depression.
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Most adults can manage some periods of time without these being adequately met, but it is important for our overall health that they are attended to.
Unfortunately, many family cultures and role expectations dismiss the importance of these needs and instill values that not needing these things is somehow a superior way of being.
When a person holds these values and these needs are not met, there can be a compounded level of shame and distress, which is more complicated to work through. These can also get in the way of meeting the needs of your partner or friends.
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Some examples of values or beliefs that interfere with these are: “I don’t need anyone,” “I can always rely on myself,” “I don’t want to burden others with my problems,” “Crying or being angry doesn’t solve anything,” and “I only say ‘I love you’ infrequently because it will mean more when I say it.”
Generally, counseling (particularly for couples) can be very helpful for people wanting to understand relationship needs, and find healthy ways of meeting them in life.
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Will Meek Ph.D. is a psychologist, and Global Director of Mental Health & Wellness at Minerva University. He was previously the Director of Counseling and Psychological Services at Brown University, and has a private counseling practice in Providence, Rhode Island.
This article was originally published at Will Meek PhD. Reprinted with permission from the author.
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The Minerals Commission has disputed claims that it has received a verbal request from FGR Bogoso Prestea to put the work under its care and maintenance programme.
According to a press statement released from the commission's public affairs directorate, there have not been any such arrangements or verbal agreements.
"For the avoidance of doubt, neither the Ministry nor the Commission has received a formal application or request from FGR to put the Mine under Care and Maintenance", part of the statement read.
Read full statement below:
It has come to the attention of the Minerals Commission (the “Commission”) that FGR Bogoso Prestea Ltd the operators of the Prestea-Bogoso Mine made a verbal presentation to the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources (the “Ministry”) to put the Mine under Care and Maintenance.
The Prestea-Bogoso Mine is currently under the control of FGR Bogoso Prestea Ltd (FGR) and its principal shareholder Blue International Holdings Limited which is based in the United Kingdom.
The Mine was previously operated by Golden Star Resources Limited until the asset was transferred to FGR.
For the avoidance of doubt, neither the Ministry nor the Commission has received a formal application or request from FGR to put the Mine under Care and Maintenance.
An application to suspend production is clearly set out in section 51 of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) which requires the holder of the Mining Lease to serve a notice to that effect on the Minister. As indicated earlier, no such request or application has been submitted to the Minister. In the event that such an application is received, it shall be considered in accordance with applicable Regulations and the current state of the mine and a decision taken in the best interest of the Country.
The Commission is aware of the stoppage of mining operations in December 2023 due to some operational challenges.
It is important to note that the Commission issued a Notice to FGR in August 2023, to show cause why the Mining Lease should not be terminated due to identified breaches of the Mining Lease. The notice expired in December 2023 and the Commission shall shortly advise the Minister on the next steps following the expiration of the Notice period.
The Commission wishes to assure the public of its unflinching commitment to ensuring the effective and efficient management of the mineral resources of the country, the protection of mining investment in general and the Prestea Bogoso Mine in particular to protect jobs, the local Prestea economy, community development as well as revenue generation for the benefit of the good people of Ghana.
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Embiid (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Jazz, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
The results of Embiid's MRI on Wednesday remain unknown, but he won't travel with the team to Utah and will instead head to Philadelphia to receive further evaluation on his left knee. The reigning MVP missed back-to-back games due to left knee soreness before returning to action Tuesday versus Golden State, though he labored throughout the contest and was sidelined for the final four minutes after Golden State's Jonathan Kuminga landed on Embiid's left knee. The collision reportedly isn't a setback from his previous injury, but it's concerning nonetheless. Following Thursday's game in Utah, the 76ers have a four-game homestand which starts Saturday versus Brooklyn and ends Friday versus Atlanta. Paul Reed should continue to start in Embiid's absence, but the 76ers are just 3-9 without the big man and have lost four straight.
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| 2024-01-31T23:44:21Z
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In an odd twist for The View, co-host Joy Behar took a moment to express her sympathy for the predominantly right-wing horde of men who have been frothing at the mouth over Taylor Swift attending NFL games and, presumably, the upcoming Super Bowl.
Swift has been dating Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce, and with his team now headed to the big game, conservatives have latched onto a wild conspiracy theory that the CIA orchestrated the Chiefs’ AFC victory so Swift can endorse Biden during the massive sporting event. It’s all pretty nuts, and Behar feels “sorry” for the men who are launching these hare-brained attacks.
“I do! No, I’m not making a joke,” Behar said. “I feel for them because things have not gone their way. There are fewer jobs for them, a lot of these guys … college enrollment for men [is] down. They were up 60%, now it’s 41%. Women are moving ahead like crazy.”
TOXIC MASCULINITY TO BLAME FOR TAYLOR TROLLING? After Fox Sports host Colin Cowherd called out the "sad and lonely" men complaining about Taylor Swift, #TheView co-hosts weigh in. https://t.co/cVclFZQmjA pic.twitter.com/v3ISVYjKjF
— The View (@TheView) January 31, 2024
To be clear, Behar qualified her remarks by saying these men should try working harder and seek out therapy. Via Decider:
“Look, as a woman comedian, I felt like it was harder for me,” but she added, “I didn’t say, ‘Oh, I resent that the men can do it better or that they get a better audience.’ I tried to work harder.”
Behar then suggested “these guys” try out therapy.
“Go get a shrink!” she exclaimed. “I mean, they don’t consider it masculine to be in therapy. It is not about masculine, feminine. It’s about your brain. They need some help, and that’s why I feel sorry for them.”
Despite being sympathetic to their plight, Behar made a point to highlight the severity of the situation.
“These kind of guys can be dangerous,” she said. “They have guns, a lot of them. I feel sorry — at the same time, I’m worried.”
(Via Decider)
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The Oregon Employment Department says it is moving to a new online claim system for unemployment insurance benefits starting March 4. Frances Online will replace existing systems for benefit claims.
Here is the full announcement from OED and what customers need to know, including what it means for Paid Leave Oregon and other programs:
JAN. 31, 2024 (SALEM, ORE.) – The Oregon Employment Department (OED) will migrate to a new online claim system for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits on Monday, March 4. The new system, Frances Online, will provide better service for claimants and employers. It is also the final rollout for the UI modernization project that has been years in the making.
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“This is a great leap forward for anyone who needs access to unemployment insurance,” said David Gerstenfeld, director of the Oregon Employment Department. “As we’ve learned in the earlier phases of this modernization effort, Frances Online offers an easier customer service experience and will streamline the process of filing a claim.”
The migration of UI benefits to Frances Online will begin on Feb. 27 at 5 p.m. and go through 8 a.m. on March 4. A migration period like this is normal for any big technology project. OED will not be able to provide customer service for several OED programs during the migration. This is because the old UI systems and Frances Online (employer and claimant portals) will go offline.
Key Information for Current UI Claimants
Current UI claimants will not be able to file a weekly claim, check the status of a claim, make changes to claim information, make payments, respond to requests for additional information, or complete ID verification during the migration. Below are key dates that current claimants must follow to avoid potential benefit payment delays:
- Feb. 28-March 1: All UI phone lines are closed (closed regularly on weekends).
- Feb. 28 at 5 p.m.: Due date to file a weekly UI claim for the week of Feb. 18-24 to avoid payment delays. If the due date is missed, claimants can’t file their weekly claim until March 4. Their benefits will be delayed.
- Feb. 28 at 5 p.m.: Old UI systems go offline; UI Telephone Weekly Claim Line (800-982-8920) closes.
- March 4 at 8 a.m.: Frances Online goes live with UI benefits (including Contact Us form, chatbot, and live agent chat); UI phone lines open; Claimants can file prior weekly claims, but benefits will be delayed; and claimants can file a timely claim for the week of Feb. 25-March 2.
More detailed information about the migration impact for UI claimants can be found at unemployment.oregon.gov/frances. Staff at all WorkSource Oregon centers and OED Central Office in Salem won’t be able to answer claim questions during the migration. However, WorkSource Oregon offices and WorkSourceOregon.org will be open for job search, training, and career support.
Impacts to Paid Leave Oregon and Other Programs
Below are other key dates and information for OED customers.
- February 27 before 5 p.m.: Last day to file a new initial UI claim or restart a current claim until March 4.
- February 28 before 5 p.m.: Last day to file a new Paid Leave Oregon claim (including intermittent claims) until March 4.
- February 28-March 1: Paid Leave Oregon and Contributions & Recovery phone lines and online support closed (closed regularly on weekends).
- February 28 at 5 p.m.: Frances Online website, including all features and functions, will be offline, including the portals for claimants and employers. Customers will not be able to file a new or intermittent Paid Leave Oregon claim, file or amend tax reports, make payments, complete ID verification, create a Frances Online account, apply for Paid Leave Oregon assistance grants, or respond to requests for additional information during the migration.
- March 4 at 8 a.m.: Frances Online, phone lines, and online support reopen.
“We’ve been working for years to ensure that this transition works for our customers,” said Lindsi Leahy, director of the Unemployment Insurance Division at OED. “We know Oregonians depend on the benefits we provide. And we’re bringing on additional staff to ensure that, once the new system is live, we can help people get their benefits quickly.”
This is the third and final rollout for launching OED’s modernized benefits and contributions system. Last year, OED launched the new Paid Leave Oregon benefits program in Frances Online. In 2022, UI and Paid Leave Oregon tax/contribution programs were launched in the new system. UI benefits is the last major program migration for the UI Modernization Project, which the agency has been preparing for since 2018. The project baseline budget for the Paid Leave and UI system is approximately $106 million.
“We want our customers to know that we will help them navigate the migration to the new system,” said Renee Royston, director of the Modernization Division at OED. “Once we’re done, we’ll have a much easier-to-use online claims system with stronger protections against fraud and identity theft.”
OED encourages current UI claimants to check their mail daily, review all letters and messages, check unemployment.oregon.gov/frances, and follow OED on social media for important updates about the migration. Paid Leave Oregon claimants can visit paidleave.oregon.gov in the coming weeks to learn more about these impacts.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Vivian McCall, reporter for The Stranger, about recent raids in Seattle's gay bars. Members of the city's LGBTQ-plus community are looking for answers.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Vivian McCall, reporter for The Stranger, about recent raids in Seattle's gay bars. Members of the city's LGBTQ-plus community are looking for answers.
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F-35Bs from the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing participate in the inaugural Bamboo Eagle exercise at Edwards Air Force Base, CA., Jan 29, 2024. Bamboo Eagle provides Airmen, allies, and partners with a multidimensional, combat-representative battle-space to conduct advanced training in support of U.S. national interests.
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You deserve more than you’ve been settling for, and the Virgo 2024 horoscope puts a spotlight on your self-worth and confidence.
By Kate Rose
Written on Jan 31, 2024
Photo: corelens, sickmoose, Darunwan.K and iconsy / Canva
The past year has brought so many changes, much of which has been what you’ve been working toward or hoping to achieve. So, it’s been a bit of a pause as you’ve learned to not just focus on the next step or big thing but instead to practice gratitude for what you have. This has allowed you to let go of the mindset of always having to work on something to simply fill the space versus putting time and energy into what you genuinely want to create or manifest in your life.
Now, as the cosmos continues to shift, the 2024 Virgo horoscope brings an interesting balance of determination in your career. While you ask for more from the universe than you’ve previously settled for, at the same time, you have to learn the art of surrender.
Yearly Virgo horoscope 2024 highlights
The Nodes of Fate recently shifted into Aries and Libra, which will dominate the energy of the year.
For you, this brings a focus to your eighth and second houses as you truly begin to honor your inner worth, but at the same time, are guided through situations in which you must release what is less than you deserve.
The idea here is to honor what you want and need from life but also create just enough space to surrender to whatever is developing. When you hold on too tight to something or someone, you can often not only create more work for yourself but also deter your divine path. So, it’s a matter of learning what needs to be released and what truly honors your growth that will determine many of your choices this year.
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As you progress through the lessons of surrender and determination, Pluto will shift into Aquarius, highlighting your sixth house and increasing your focus on the details, ambition and personal drive to make your dreams come true. This will work together with Jupiter in Gemini, which will highlight your professional sector as it works to further your career.
With the South Node in Libra, this isn’t just about making sure that you’re employed at the right company or that you are utilizing your skills, but that you’re also ensuring you’re being compensated in the ways that you genuinely deserve.
Think of 2024 as an upgrade year, and if you end up having to learn to release certain aspects, it’s safe to trust that it is all occurring for your greatest benefit.
2024 Libra horoscope month-to-month predictions
January
Best day: Thursday, January 11
Capricorn energy rules your fifth house of marriage, commitment, happiness and creativity. With the surplus of this energy in January, you may find yourself getting married, engaged or being driven to create more happiness in your life. This energy will allow you to set the tone for the year, as you must be honest about what brings you the most joy so that you can move through the lessons of determination and surrender that 2024 will encompass.
Use the opportunity around the new moon in Capricorn to set intentions for a relationship or the relationship with the world you hope to develop.
If you’ve always wanted to do a pottery class, work with children or just create more conscious creative time for yourself to enjoy, now is the time to set an intention for that. If you are looking to call in a significant new relationship, you can also use this lunation to set an intention for that as well. The goal here is to begin the year thinking about what makes you the happiest as you focus all your energy on creating a life representative of that.
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February
Best day: Tuesday, February 13
Mars, the planet of action and ambition, will shift into Aquarius, joining Pluto, which recently moved into this air sign, creating a powerful wave of determination. February is the month to focus all your energy on taking care of the details of any new plans or dreams for the future while you allow yourself to embrace your ambitious nature and set to work manifesting all you desire for your life.
Aquarius energy rules your sixth house and can often carry with it themes of well-being as well as the quality of determination. Suppose you’re feeling overwhelmed or confused about what path to take. In that case, February is also a great month to see guidance from a life coach or therapist or sign up for a breathwork class to help you find that inner balance you need to continue to focus your energy on what is meant for you.
March
Best day: Monday, March 11
March is all about love, which means there may be wedding bells or other forms of romance and commitment around you this month. There is an influx of Piscean energy in the first half of March, along with Venus, the planet of love, shifting into this emotional water sign and helping to emphasize matters of the heart. If you’ve been thinking of getting back out there, try online dating or a match-making service that would also be highly favored around this time.
If you are in a phase of life where you are more focused on your personal development or career, it doesn’t mean this energy will be wasted on you. Use Venus in Pisces to help you fall more in love with yourself, open up and transform your relationships with others, and set an intention for cultivating more love in your life — regardless of where it comes from.
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April
Best day: Monday, April 8
April brings immense positive changes into your life and is the first opportunity to learn the art of surrender. Whether this comes down to a professional path or learning to release qualities like possessiveness in relationships, it’s all about trusting the universe more and creating space for what you truly desire. Not only does Aries season encourage these themes, but the Aries new moon solar eclipse may bring a powerful moment to fruition.
Reflect on April of 2023, when the first Aries solar eclipse occurred, to see if any other themes from that time are arising as you will see progress or development on something that first started to shift in your life around that time. Aries rules your house of transformation, and so this is the month to take risks, say yes to the universe and be an active participant in the changes you seek in your life.
May
Best day: Wednesday, May 15
While April had you reaching for the stars, May will now be your month to reintroduce yourself to the world and feel the satisfaction of some of those projects beginning to take shape. May brings Taurus season, which activates your house of luck, abundance, travel and expansion as you feel free to take on new adventures and seize what brings you the most joy in your life. This is an excellent time to travel and begin an education program or a class like astrology.
As Mercury, the planet of communication, shifts into Taurus, you will be able to speak your mind and your dreams into existence. Make sure that you don’t let anyone talk you out of anything during this month, and instead hone more of that determination energy than surrender, as there is always a time and place for both.
June
Best day: Thursday, June 6
The new moon in Gemini will peak in June and invite you to make the most of Jupiter’s shift into this air sign. Jupiter is the planet of luck and abundance and just shifted into Gemini at the end of May, which means June is all about your career. Use this energy to go on interviews, apply for new jobs, take any certifications or classes to make you more marketable and have someone polish up your resume. Jupiter will be in Gemini for the next year, which will help you further your career and bring a great deal of financial abundance along the way.
Make sure you’re embracing the lessons of the South Node in Libra as you ask for what you truly need in terms of compensation and benefits. There is no mistake that these two periods of your life are intertwined, so just realize that you will need to ask for what it is you want if you hope to receive it.
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July
Best day: Friday, July 5
Cancer energy rules your sector of community, friends and wishes, helping you to ask for help and implore those beneficial relationships in your life. This area is known as your eleventh house, and with Cancer here, it means that you require significant emotional support from those in your life. You need to know someone is going to be there for you and that you can call upon them when needed.
As you’ve been progressing through the year with a focus on surrender, you may feel called to set a new intention for yourself around the Cancer new moon. Although you are responsible for asking for what you need, you can’t make another show up for you in the ways you need — whether professional or not. Take this time to set a new intention for what you want to call into your life that is representative of all you need, regardless of how long you’ve known someone. Support isn’t about how long someone has been in your life but their overall presence while they have been.
August
Best day: Wednesday, August 14
August is a month to help you reflect on your dreams and intuition as Mercury retrograde enables you to become clear about what has been holding you back and where you still want to go. Mercury governs communication, and when it traces its steps back into Leo as part of its retrograde journey, you will become aware of dreams, ideas and aspects of your life you need to heal to truly embrace all the positive transformations that this year is bringing you.
Mercury retrograde in Leo gives you a portal of time to reflect not just on 2024 up until this point but also on those aspects of your inner self that you haven’t yet honored or acted upon. In a year that is all about your career growth, you may suddenly realize that you want to go back to school or turn a side business into something more. You don’t have to take any action just yet, but instead, you can simply journal and make a plan for how to truly honor your inner self while also working to achieve the goals you’re dreaming of.
RELATED: Mercury Retrograde Meaning In Each Zodiac Sign
September
Best Day: Monday, September 9
September will be a more introspective month, not only because of Virgo Season, which rules over your truth and inner beliefs but also because Mercury will shift into Virgo now that it has been stationed directly. Virgo Season is always a time for a fresh new beginning as the Sun returns to the point it was when you were born. You’re able to put the past behind you more easily and let yourself answer the call of new opportunities. However, with Mercury entering Virgo, you may instead find more benefit from reflection rather than taking any new actions just yet.
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Mercury governs communication, including how you talk to yourself, which means in Virgo, you’re going to be reflecting on how you speak with others, as well as the validity of any internal stories that you still subscribe to. This energy can help you refocus your plans for the upcoming months, as well as provide some important moments of clarity and acceptance for where your journey has taken you. Just remember, clarity is always a positive aspect, and it’s also something you may have to practice both surrender and determination to achieve.
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October
Best day: Sunday, October 27
After two months of reflection and introspection, you are now ready to act on anything that arises for you. Not only is the Aries full moon rising in your house of transformation, but Vesta in Libra is lighting up your sector of finances. Aries wants you to embrace change, to let go of what isn’t working or those hesitations to change your life, while Libra is encouraging you to raise the cost of who and what has access to you. Together, they create a powerful time in your life to harness your inner confidence and take strides toward creating the new.
Asteroid Vesta rules your internal fire, so you will feel more passionate this month, especially regarding honoring your values and ensuring that you feel others are treating you as you deserve if you must advocate for a raise or promotion or give any presentation this month, that will be highly favored as you will be shining brighter than normal.
November
Best day: Sunday, November 3
November brings a focus on Scorpio energy as it activates themes of communication in your third house. Scorpio is the ruling sign of Pluto, so there is this aspect of truth, transparency, and uncovering what was previously hidden here. Embrace this Scorpio energy and allow yourself to set boundaries with greater authority, embrace your determination to create what you dream of, all the while being mindful of the theme of the Phoenix in your life and where you may finally be ready to rise from the ashes of what was never meant for you.
Asteroid Juno, ruler of marriage and contracts, will shift into Scorpio in November, drawing your attention not just to your romantic relationship but also to any agreements that you’ve previously made. This will allow you to modify anything or restructure your relationship as you create more space for each of you to pursue your dreams. Think of this as a positive reset to now implement all you’ve learned, including the clarity of knowing when to hang on — and when to let go.
December
Best day: Sunday, December 1
December begins with a beautiful new moon in Sagittarius in your home and family sector. This area of your life rules where you live, whom you share your home with and those childhood wounds or family roots that have played a part in your development. With a new moon in Sagittarius, you are ready for a new beginning in this area of your life. If you’ve been more focused on your career recently, this is also a wonderful time for reconnection and for creating space to enjoy the relationship you’ve created in your life.
Sagittarius energy helps you understand what is most important to you in your personal life. While Jupiter will be opposite in Gemini, ruler of your career sector, it’s important to also focus on creating balance in December. You are making headway in your career and professional goals, but you also don’t want to miss out on opportunities for intimacy and closeness, especially during the holidays.
As you’ve progressed through the themes of surrender and determination this year, you’ve also learned that often, sometimes, it’s only temporary. So, allow yourself to not only find balance but also enjoy the moments of happiness you’ve created for yourself this year as you prepare to begin a brand-new chapter in your life.
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Kate Rose is a writer, spiritual astrologist, relationship and life intuitive counselor, and retreat curator.
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The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, MP, has called on the investor community to partner Government to establish a large scale mining operation in Dollar Power in the Bole District of the Savannah Region. He said available geological data shows that the Dollar Power enclave is highly mineralised, with huge deposits of gold that make it viable for the establishment of large scale mining operations.
Dollar Power, formerly known as Sindi Community, is a community along the Ghana – Ivory Coast International Boundary Line in the Savannah Region, and lies about 20km from the District Capital, Bole. Inhabitants of this area were raided by slave traders sometime in 1897, leaving the place uninhabited. However, in 1928, the colonial Governments of the then Gold Coast and Ivory Coast, established an International Boundary Line between the two countries, with the erection of Boundary Pillars at mutually agreed positions. This Boundary Line was reaffirmed by the two countries in 1973 with the planting of teak trees along the border.
The large deposits of gold in the area, however, attracted people from across both countries, whose activities has led to the destruction of Boundary Pillars and the teak trees. In 2005, a small group of Ghanaians begun moving to the area to take advantage of the gold deposits, and prevent Ivorians from exploiting the mineral resources. Currently, there are about three thousand (3,000) inhabitants in the area, mainly involved in small scale mining. The gold deposits in the area have made the people to name parts of the community Dollar Power Obuasi.
Since 2021, the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, through the Ghana Boundary Commission, has been working with their counterparts in Ivory Coast to reaffirm the Boundary Lines. The Ministry has, also, been working with the Chiefs and people of the area to regularise their small scale mining activities.
On Wednesday, 31st January, 2024, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources led a team from the Ministries of Lands and Natural Resources and Roads and Highways to inspect progress of work on the road and other infrastructure in Dollar Power. At a durbar with the Chiefs and people of the community, Mr.
Jinapor said geological data from the Ghana Geological Survey Authority indicates huge deposits of gold in the area that makes it commercially viable for large scale mining. He said the traditional notion that gold was found only in the south no longer holds, as large scale mining operations are currently taking place in the Upper East and Upper West Regions. According to the Minister, Dollar Power is even more mineralised than some of these areas, and with the right investment, large scale mining operations can be established to exploit the huge deposits of gold.
Mr. Jinapor said to attract the needed investment into the community, which is currently only assessable by water, Government is constructing a 24km feeder road from Ntereso in the Bole District to Dollar Power, and another 25km feeder road from Sapelliga in the Upper East Region to Dollar Power. He said these constructions being undertaken by the 48 Engineers of the Ghana Armed Forces are far advanced, and would be completed by the middle of this year.
In addition to the construction of the roads, Mr. Jinapor said Government is, also, committed to bringing a community mining to the area, to regularise activities of small scale miners. He directed the Minerals Commission and the Ghana Geological Survey Authority to expedite action on the establishment of a community mining scheme. The Minister called on the people to support Government to regularise their mining operations, and serve as watchdogs to fish out people in the community engaged in illegal mining, particularly, on river bodies.
The Chief of Dollar Power, Sindiwura Mahama Awudu Abott, speaking through his Secretary, thanked Government for the road construction which will link the community to other parts of the country. He said the construction has, also, enhanced economic and social activities in the area, and will ensure effective border control when completed. The Chief, also, thanked Government for the commitment to establish a community mining scheme in the area, as well as bring large scale mining operations to the community. He said most of the community members are miners, and are willing to work with Government to regularise their activities or work in an established large scale mine.
He pleaded with Government to construct a bridge over the Black Volta to aid transportation and trade, as well as enhance safety of community members. He, also, called on Government to restore the destroyed Boundary Pillars and teak trees to secure the safety of the border and prevent encroachment.
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Over the last couple years Donald Trump has burned through quite a lot of lawyers. And no wonder: Apart from the sheer volume of his alleged crimes, he has no impulse control. On the rare occasions he shows up to court, he acts like a petulant child, making things worse for himself. At this point he’s scraping the bottom of the barrel, and he’s knows it, admitting that at this point anyone who would take him on must have several screws loose.
Per The Daily Beast, the former president is in the midst of trying to appeal the whopping $83.3 million a jury ordered him to pay E. Jean Carroll, who successfully sued him for defamation, again. In a post on his rinky-dink Twitter clone, Trump informed fans he was “in the process” of deciding which law firm he’ll go with. Of course, even he knows his options are limited.
“Any lawyer who takes a TRUMP CASE is either ‘CRAZY,’ or a TRUE AMERICAN PATRIOT,” Trump wrote, adding, “I will make my decision soon!”
It’s true, a lawyer who represents him must really love dealing with a client who enrages judges and juries alike, and who so far hasn’t had much luck with cases against him. They’d have to be a masochist — or whatever his definition of a “patriot” is, which increasingly seems to mean “adores Trump more than American democracy.”
Ignoring the “patriot” part, this is a rarity: a moment of honesty who usually only tells the truth when it’s done by accident.
(Via The Daily Beast)
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Coffey will start Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
With Paul George (groin) ruled out, Coffey will make his first start since Dec. 29. Coffey's made six starts already this season and averaged 9.7 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 28.5 minutes during those contests. The last time George was sidelined (Dec. 20), Coffey started and played 39 minutes versus the Mavericks, posting 12 points, five rebounds and three assists.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump met with leaders of the Teamsters Union in Washington Wednesday as he tried to chip away at President Joe Biden’s organized labor support heading into a likely general election rematch.
Trump participated in a roundtable with the union’s executive board, its president and members as he works to win over the blue-collar workers who helped fuel his 2016 victory and who are expected to play a major role in November, particularly in critical Midwestern swing states like Wisconsin and Michigan.
Speaking to reporters after what he called “a very productive meeting,” Trump acknowledged the union typically backs Democrats, but said of a possible endorsement, “Stranger things have happened.”
“Usually a Republican wouldn’t get that endorsement,” he said. “But in my case it’s different because I’ve employed thousands of Teamsters and I thought we should come over and pay our respects.”
“As you know, a big part of the voting bloc votes for me.”
Union members tend to vote Democratic, with 56% of members and households backing Biden in 2020, according to AP VoteCast. And Biden has already received significant organized labor backing with early endorsements from the AFL-CIO and others. But Trump is hoping to cut into that support as he casts himself as pro-worker and tries to exacerbate divisions between union leaders and some rank-and-file members.
Days before the meeting, he called on members of the United Auto Workers to oust their president, Shawn Fain, after the group endorsed Biden.
“Shawn Fain doesn’t understand this or have a clue,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social network. “Get rid of this dope & vote for DJT. I will bring the Automobile Industry back to our Country.”
Trump aides, before Wednesday’s meeting, said the fact that it was taking place was a win in and of itself. For the first time, the union has been holding a series of roundtable discussions with candidates from both parties as it weighs its decision, expected following the summer party conventions.
“Our members want to hear from all candidates of all parties about what they plan to do for working people as president,” Teamsters president Sean O’Brien had said in a statement. “Our union wants every candidate to know that there are 1.3 million Teamsters nationwide whose votes will not be taken for granted. Workers’ voices must be heard.”
O’Brien later described the conversation with Trump as “pleasant” and “direct,” but said the union was a long way from making a decision. He said it has additional questions for Trump and for Biden, who has yet to set a similar meeting. He said the Teamsters will poll members over the coming weeks.
He acknowledged that Trump has the support of many members.
“There’s no doubt about (it),” he said, “there is union support for President Trump. And there’s always union support for President Biden,” But even as he praised Biden’s record he, added: “What you’ve done in the past doesn’t guarantee your future with us. We want to know what you’re going to do for our members moving forward.”
Biden has long billed himself as the most labor-friendly president in history, and went so far as to turn up on a picket line in the Detroit area during an autoworkers’ strike last fall. Campaign spokesperson Lauren Hitt said Biden “looks forward to meeting with the Teamsters and earning their endorsement,” but that the timing of a meeting remains to be announced.
On Thursday, Biden will travel to Michigan, where he plans to meet with United Auto Workers members, according to a campaign official who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss details of a trip that had not been formally announced.
Earlier this month, the Teamsters’ O’Brien met privately with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago club, where the two discussed issues including right-to-work laws that allow those in unionized workplaces to opt out of paying dues and fees. They also posed for a side-by-side photo, both flashing thumbs-up signs, that Trump posted online.
In an interview with Fox Business after the meeting, O’Brien said, “We put our cards on the table. It was a very matter-of-fact meeting.”
“He claimed he was, you know, 100% … supportive of unions, but history obviously, you take a look back and there’s certain issues that we have with him,” the union president said.
During Trump’s presidency, the National Labor Relations Board reversed several key rulings that had made it easier for small unions to organize, strengthened the bargaining rights of franchise workers and provided protection against anti-union measures for employees.
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority — including three justices that Trump nominated — overturned a decades-old pro-union decision in 2018 involving fees paid by government workers. The justices in 2021 rejected a California regulation giving unions access to farm property so they could organize workers.
While the Teamsters endorsed Biden in 2020 and Hillary Clinton in 2016, O’Brien stressed the union has “a very diverse membership. And our members vote.”
Art Wheaton, director of labor studies at Cornell University, said that in the past unions almost automatically endorsed Democratic candidates. But this year, he said, unions like the Teamsters have required candidates to outline their positions and show how they will support rank-and-file workers.
The message to candidates: “If you don’t help labor and you don’t help my position, you’re not going to get my endorsement,” Wheaton said.
He estimates about 30% to 40% of Teamsters members voted for Trump in 2020, even though the union endorsed Biden.
“You need to do your due diligence and listen, and let them have the option and ability to say what they want,” said Wheaton.
This is not the first time Trump has tried to woo union members. In September, he traveled to Michigan while his Republican rivals separately held a debate and tried to win over autoworkers by lambasting Biden’s electric vehicles push in the midst of a strike. During his speech, Trump urged the UAW to endorse him, directly appealing to Fain from the floor of a non-unionized auto parts plant.
Fain instead called Trump a “scab,” a derogatory term for workers who cross union picket lines and work during a strike, as he endorsed Biden.
“This November we can stand up and elect someone who stands with us and supports our cause, or we can elect someone who will divide us and fight us every step of the way,” Fain said.
Teamsters members include UPS drivers, film and television workers, freight operators, members of law enforcement and other government workers.
Biden already has the backing of the AFL-CIO, the American Federation of Teachers and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, which rolled out their endorsements together last June.
While overall union membership rates nationwide fell to an all-time low in 2023, the country’s largest unions have nonetheless built sprawling get-out-the-vote efforts, which Biden is counting on to help turn out his supporters in pivotal swing states.
The campaign of former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, Trump’s last remaining GOP rival, did not respond to a request for comment about whether she intends to meet with the Teamsters.
O’Brien said they hadn’t received a response from her. Given what he called her past anti-union comments, he said, “It doesn’t surprise at all.”
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Conservative minister Mike Freer has announced he is quitting Westminster politics following a series of death threats and an attack on his office last month.
The MP said he has received “several serious threats to my personal safety” since being elected to represent Finchley and Golders Green in north London in 2010.
The 63-year-old justice minster has said previously he narrowly missed a meeting with Ali Harbi Ali, who murdered fellow Tory MP David Amess, at his constituency office, and has since worn a stab vest at public events in the area.
The MP has said he was first targetted by a group called Muslims Against Crusades in 2011, who said the stabbing of Labour MP Stephen Timms should be “piercing reminder” to politicians that “their presence is no longer welcome in any Muslim area”.
He told The Daily Mail a suspected arson attack at the constituency office in December was “the last straw”.
In a statement posted on X, Freer said the events had “weighed heavily on me and my husband, Angelo”, and that “serious incidents are alongside the many ‘low level’ incidents”.
The MP, who has pro-Israel views and represents a heavily Jewish constituency, said: “No MP can operate effectively without the support of their spouse and wider family. Sadly the serious incidents place intolerable stress on them too.”
Freer is among a series of Tory MPs who have announced their intention not to stand at the next election, which is expected this year.
In the last decade, Amess and Labour MP Jo Cox were both murdered in their constituencies, and Timms survived being stabbed by an al Qaeda sympathiser in 2010.
“There comes a point when the threats to your personal safety become too much,” Freer said in the interview with the Mail.
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In this detailed tutorial, we will guide you through the process of setting up a LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) server on Ubuntu 24.04. This setup is crucial for hosting dynamic websites and web applications. We will cover everything from installing the necessary packages to securing your MySQL installation and testing your setup.
In this tutorial you will learn:
- How to install Apache, MySQL, and PHP on Ubuntu 24.04
- Steps to start and enable services automatically after reboot
- How to secure your MySQL installation
- Creating and testing PHP scripts for verifying Apache and MySQL functionality
- Configuring a user and database for MySQL
- Optional steps for implementing SSL with Let’s Encrypt and setting up a firewall
Understanding the LAMP Stack on Ubuntu
What is LAMP?
LAMP is an acronym for a set of free, open-source software originally consisting of Linux (operating system), Apache (web server), MySQL (database software), and PHP (programming language). This powerful combination is widely used for building and hosting websites and web applications. Over time, MySQL and PHP can be substituted with similar software like MariaDB or PostgreSQL for the database, and Perl or Python for programming.
Why Ubuntu for LAMP?
Ubuntu, a popular Linux distribution, is preferred for its ease of use, security features, and robust community support. Its regular release cycle ensures updated and secure software, making it an ideal choice for hosting a LAMP server. Ubuntu’s compatibility with a wide range of hardware and software makes it a versatile platform for developers and system administrators.
Key Advantages of LAMP on Ubuntu
- Open Source Nature: All components of the LAMP stack are open-source, ensuring no licensing costs and a transparent, customizable environment.
- Flexibility: The LAMP stack offers the flexibility to modify and tailor the server as per specific requirements, benefiting from the vast array of available PHP and Apache modules.
- Community and Support: Both Ubuntu and the components of the LAMP stack have extensive community support, offering a wealth of documentation, forums, and tutorials for assistance.
- Reliability and Performance: LAMP on Ubuntu is known for its stability and performance, capable of handling large volumes of web traffic efficiently.
With a basic understanding of what LAMP is and why Ubuntu is a preferred choice, let’s move on to setting up the LAMP stack on your Ubuntu 24.04 system.
Step by Step LAMP server setup on Ubuntu 24.04
- Updating Package Indexes and Installing Packages: Start by updating your package indexes to ensure you get the latest version of the packages.
$ sudo apt update $ sudo apt install apache2 php-mysql libapache2-mod-php mysql-server
This command installs Apache web server, PHP, MySQL, and necessary PHP extensions.
- Starting and Enabling Services: Ensure that both MySQL and Apache2 services start automatically upon system reboot.
$ sudo systemctl enable --now mysql $ sudo systemctl enable --now apache2
- Securing MySQL Installation: Secure your MySQL installation for enhanced security.
$ sudo mysql_secure_installation
Follow the on-screen prompts to set up a root password, remove anonymous users, disallow root login remotely, and remove test databases.
- Testing PHP Processing: Create a PHP file to test if Apache is correctly processing PHP files.
<?php phpinfo(); ?>
Create a file named info.php in the /var/www/html/ directory with the above content. Navigate to
http://localhost/info.php
in your browser. If PHP is set up correctly, this page should display detailed information about your PHP configuration. - Configuring MySQL User and Database: Set up a dedicated user and database for your applications.
$ sudo mysql mysql> CREATE DATABASE linuxconfig; mysql> CREATE USER `admin`@`localhost` IDENTIFIED WITH mysql_native_password BY 'yourpass'; mysql> GRANT ALL ON linuxconfig.* TO `admin`@`localhost`; mysql> FLUSH PRIVILEGES; mysql> exit
This step creates a new database named ‘linuxconfig’ and a new user ‘admin’ with full privileges on the newly created database. - Testing MySQL Database Connection: Verify the connection to your MySQL database.
<?php $conn = new mysqli("localhost", "admin", "yourpass", "linuxconfig"); if ($conn->connect_error) { die("ERROR: Unable to connect: " . $conn->connect_error); } echo 'Connected to the database. '; $conn->close(); ?>
Create a file named mysql-test.php in the /var/www/html/ directory with the above content. Accessing
http://localhost/mysql-test.php
in your browser should display a message confirming the successful connection to the database. - Implementing SSL with Let’s Encrypt (Optional): Secure your website with an SSL certificate.
$ sudo apt install certbot python3-certbot-apache $ certbot --apache
These commands install Certbot and obtain a free SSL certificate from Let’s Encrypt, automatically configuring Apache to use this certificate. Note that this assumes you have already properly configured your DNS and Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) for your server.
- Setting Up Firewall (Optional): Enable a firewall to allow HTTP and HTTPS traffic, and SSH if needed.
$ sudo ufw allow in "Apache Full" $ sudo ufw allow in "ssh"
This step configures the Uncomplicated Firewall (UFW) to allow incoming traffic for Apache (ports 80 and 443) and SSH connections.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you have successfully set up a LAMP server on Ubuntu 24.04. This server is now ready to host websites and web applications, providing a robust and secure environment for web development and deployment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Setting Up a LAMP Server on Ubuntu 24.04
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What are the minimum system requirements for installing a LAMP server on Ubuntu 24.04?
Ubuntu 24.04 requires at least 512MB of RAM, 1GHz processor, and 10GB of disk space. However, for better performance, especially for a LAMP stack, 1GB RAM and a dual-core processor are recommended.
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Can I use MariaDB instead of MySQL with the LAMP stack?
Yes, MariaDB is a drop-in replacement for MySQL and can be used with the LAMP stack on Ubuntu 24.04. It offers similar functionality and is often considered for its performance enhancements.
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Is it possible to install PHP 8.x on Ubuntu 24.04 for the LAMP stack?
Yes, you can install PHP 8.x on Ubuntu 24.04. You may need to add a third-party repository to get the latest version of PHP.
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How do I update PHP to a newer version on my Ubuntu LAMP server?
To update PHP, add a repository that contains the newer PHP version, update the package lists, and then upgrade PHP using the package manager.
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Can I host multiple websites on a single LAMP server?
Yes, you can host multiple websites on a single LAMP server using virtual hosts in Apache. Each site can be configured with its own domain and content.
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How do I back up my LAMP server data?
Back up your LAMP server data by exporting databases using tools like mysqldump and copying your website files and configuration files regularly.
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How can I improve the security of my LAMP server?
Improve security by configuring firewalls, installing SSL certificates, regularly updating software, using strong passwords, and implementing security best practices for PHP and MySQL.
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What should I do if I encounter errors during the LAMP installation process?
If you encounter errors, check the terminal output for specific error messages. Consult Ubuntu’s official forums or documentation for troubleshooting tips.
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How do I monitor the performance of my LAMP server?
Monitor performance using tools like top, htop, or Apache’s mod_status. Regularly check logs for errors or unusual activity.
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Can I use a different web server like Nginx instead of Apache?
Yes, you can use Nginx instead of Apache. This would change the stack to LEMP (Linux, Nginx, MySQL, PHP). Nginx is known for its performance and efficiency.
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How do I configure email sending from my LAMP server?
Configure email sending by installing and configuring an MTA (Mail Transfer Agent) like Postfix. Ensure to configure it properly to prevent being used for spam.
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Is it necessary to restart Apache after installing SSL certificates?
Yes, you need to restart Apache after installing SSL certificates for the changes to take effect.
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How do I add additional PHP extensions to my LAMP setup?
Add PHP extensions by installing them via the package manager and then enabling them in your PHP configuration if necessary.
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The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday but signaled that rates could fall in the coming months if inflation continues to cool.
Policy makers have kept their benchmark interest rate between 5.25% and 5.5% — the highest in over two decades — since July.
Fed chairman Jerome Powell told reporters Wednesday that interest rates are unlikely to go any higher, and that he and his colleagues are beginning to contemplate cutting rates.
"If the economy evolves broadly as expected, it will likely be appropriate to begin dialing back policy restraint at some point this year," Powell said.
He cautioned, however, that the economy remains unpredictable and said the central bank would proceed cautiously.
"The economic outlook is uncertain and we remain highly attentive to inflation risks," Powell said.
The Fed has been pleasantly surprised by the rapid drop in inflation in recent months. Core prices in December — which exclude food and energy prices — were up just 2.9% from a year ago, according to the Fed's preferred inflation yardstick. That's a smaller increase than the 3.2% core inflation rate that Fed officials had projected in December.
If that positive trend continues, the Fed may be able to start cutting interest rates as early as this spring. First, though, Powell said he and his colleagues will need to see additional evidence that inflation is easing.
And he sounded doubtful about a rate cut at the Fed's next meeting in March as many investors in Wall Street had hoped for.
"Based on the meeting today, I would tell you that I don't think it's likely the committee will reach a level of confidence by the time of the March meeting," Powell said. "But that's to be seen."
The comments disappointed investors, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbling 317 points.
Investors are still hopeful about a rate cut by the following Fed meeting in May, with markets putting the likelihood of that at better than 90%.
Good omens in the economy
Both the economy and the job market have performed better than expected over the last year, despite the highest interest rates since 2001. The nation's gross domestic product grew 3.1% in 2023, while employers added 2.7 million jobs
Unemployment has been under 4%for nearly two years. And average wages in December were up 4.1% from a year ago.
While that strong economy is welcome news for businesses and workers, it also raises the risk of reigniting inflation. As a result, Fed policymakers say they'll be cautious not to cut interest rates prematurely.
"We have history on this," Atlanta Fed president Raphael Bostic told the Rotary Club of Atlanta this month. "In the '70s, the Fed started removing accommodation too soon. Inflation spiked back up. Then we had to tighten. Inflation came down. Then we removed it again. Inflation went back up. And by the time we were done with that, all Americans could think about was inflation."
The Fed is determined not to repeat that '70s show. At the same time, waiting too long to cut interest rates risks slowing the economy more than necessary to bring inflation under control.
A report from the Labor Department Wednesday showed employers' cost for labor rose more slowly than expected in the final months of last year. Labor costs increased just 0.9% in the fourth quarter. That's a smaller increase than the previous quarter, suggesting labor costs are putting less upward pressure on prices.
Fed officials promised to keep an eye on upcoming economic data and adjust accordingly.
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An investigation into the cause of a caravan fire at Soliders Point on Wednesday has found it was sparked by a piece of shoddy camping gear.
The mobile home was unoccupied and attached to a car parked on Soldiers Point Road when it ignited just before 2pm.
It activated the smoke alarm and alerted the owner, who lives nearby.
The quick-thinking owner sprang into action, detaching the caravan from the vehicle and calling Triple Zero.
It took firefighters less than an hour to get the flames extinguished, but not before the motor home was completely destroyed.
Thankfully no one was injured during the incident.
An investigation into what sparked the inferno found it was caused by a faulty gas refrigerator.
Fire & Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry said Liquid Petroleum Gas commonly used for a range of camping equipment.
“LPG is an excellent fuel for heating, cooking and powering camping refrigerators and is safe if used and maintained correctly, however, if stored or used incorrectly it can become extremely dangerous,” Superintendent Dewberry said.
“Firefighters recommend that LPG equipment is inspected regularly, as fires are too often caused by a faulty or loose connection.”
He also noted the difference made in the situation by the smoke alarm.
“It is pleasing to see a working smoke alarm was present inside this caravan,” Superintendent Dewberry said.
“Fire crews remind all caravan owners that NSW legislation requires them to have at least one smoke alarm where the bed is inside the van, and one in the annex if people are sleeping there.”
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In a fervent pledge to strengthen the fight against corruption, former President John Dramani Mahama has raised concerns over a controversial agreement involving the company SML and the government regulator for the downstream fuel sector, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
During a recent address in the Eastern Regional capital, Koforidua, as part of his campaign tour, Mr Mahama highlighted the issue where the Ministry of Finance, headed by the president's cousin, Ken Ofori-Atta, allegedly urged the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to sign a redundant agreement with SML, duplicating the monitoring efforts already undertaken by the NPA.
The government has reportedly paid nearly 20 million Ghana cedis to SML for its services, a move that has drawn public scrutiny.
According to Mahama, the government's attempt to expand corruption involves a new agreement that mandates the recording of every exported barrel of oil.
He expressed concern that this move could potentially allow the company to secure around $100 million annually without delivering any tangible services.
Mr Mahama vehemently rejected the SML agreement, asserting that an NDC government led by him would neither accept nor recognise it.
He emphasised that the ongoing parliamentary investigation into the matter and the president's engagement of KPMG for an audit would not alter his stance.
Despite the unfolding scandal, Mr Mahama expressed disappointment that corruption cases no longer evoke the shock they once did among Ghanaians, attributing it to a sense of weariness and desensitisation.
He urged citizens to remain vigilant and pledged to hold those involved in the SML agreement accountable for any misappropriated funds.
As Parliament delves into the investigation and an audit by KPMG is underway, Mr Mahama remains resolute in his commitment to combat corruption and safeguard the interests of Ghanaians.
The former president's firm stance sets the stage for a potential showdown over the controversial SML agreement.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States on Wednesday attributed the drone attack that killed three U.S. service members in Jordan to the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an umbrella group of Iran-backed militias, as President Joe Biden weighs his options to respond to the strike.
Iran threatened to “decisively respond” to any U.S. attack on the Islamic Republic after the U.S. said it held Tehran responsible. The U.S. has signaled it is preparing for retaliatory strikes in the Mideast in the wake of the Sunday drone attack that also wounded more than 40 troops at Tower 22, a secretive base in northeastern Jordan that’s been crucial to the American presence in neighboring Syria.
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said Wednesday the U.S. believes the attack was planned, resourced and facilitated by the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an umbrella group that includes the militant group Kataib Hezbollah. He said Biden “believes that it is important to respond in an appropriate way.”
He said Biden was continuing to weigh his options, but Kirby said “the first thing you see won’t be the last thing,” adding it “won’t be a one-off.”
Kirby dismissed a statement by Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah announcing “the suspension of military and security operations against the occupation forces in order to prevent embarrassment to the Iraqi government.” He said the group can’t be taken at face value, and he added, “they’re not the only group that has been attacking us.”
As of Wednesday, Kataib Hezbollah and other Iran-aligned militias had launched 166 attacks on U.S. military installations since Oct. 18, including 67 in Iraq, 98 in Syria and the one in Jordan, according to the U.S. military.
The U.S. has struck back at the militias a few times over the past three months. On Oct. 27, U.S. fighter jets struck two weapons and ammunition storage sites in eastern Syria near Boukamal that were used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iranian-backed groups.
Also in Syria, fighter jets dropped bombs on an IRGC weapons storage facility near Maysulun in Deir el-Zour on Nov. 8. And U.S. airstrikes targeted a training facility and a safe house in the Bulbul district of Mayadin on Nov. 12.
On Dec. 26, the U.S. launched strikes on three locations in Iraq used by Kataib Hezbollah and affiliated groups, and on Jan. 23, the U.S. struck three sites in Iraq, again targeting Kataib Hezbollah.
Any additional American strikes could further inflame a region already roiled by Israel’s ongoing war on Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The war began with Hamas attacking Israel on Oct. 7, killing some 1,200 people and taking about 250 hostage. Since then, Israeli strikes have killed more than 26,000 Palestinians and displaced nearly 2 million others from their homes, arousing anger throughout the Muslim world.
Violence has erupted across the Mideast, with Iran striking targets in Iraq, Pakistan and Syria, and the U.S. carrying out airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels over their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. Some observers fear a new round of strikes targeting Iran could tip the region into a wider war.
A U.S. Navy destroyer in the waterway shot down an anti-ship cruise missile launched by the Houthis late Tuesday, the latest attack targeting American forces patrolling the key maritime trade route, officials said. The U.S. later launched a new round of airstrikes targeting the Houthis.
The Iranian warnings first came from Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations in New York. He gave a briefing to Iranian journalists late Tuesday, according to the state-run IRNA news agency.
“The Islamic Republic would decisively respond to any attack on the county, its interests and nationals under any pretexts,” IRNA quoted Iravani as saying. He described any possible Iranian retaliation as a “strong response,” without elaborating.
The Iranian mission to the U.N. did not respond to requests for comment or elaboration Wednesday on Iravani’s remarks.
Iravani also denied that Iran and the U.S. had exchanged any messages over the last few days, either through intermediaries or directly. The pan-Arab satellite channel Al Jazeera, which is based in and funded by Qatar, reported earlier that such communication had taken place. Qatar often serves as an intermediary between Washington and Tehran.
But Iran’s government has taken note of the U.S. threats of retaliation for the attack on the base in Jordan.
“Sometime, our enemies raise the threat, and nowadays we hear some threats in between words by American officials,” Revolutionary Guard commander Gen. Hossein Salami, who answers only to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said at an event Wednesday. “We tell them that you have experienced us, and we know each other. We do not leave any threat without an answer.”
“We are not after war, but we have no fear of war,” he added, according to IRNA.
Kirby, for his part, said the U.S. doesn’t “seek a war with Iran. We’re not looking for a broader conflict.”
On Saturday, a general in charge of Iran’s air defenses described them as being at their “highest defensive readiness.” That raises concerns for commercial aviation traveling through and over Iran as well. After a U.S. drone strike killed a top general in 2020, Iranian air defenses mistakenly shot down a Ukrainian passenger plane, killing all 176 people on board.
Meanwhile, attacks by the Houthis continue in the Red Sea. The private security firm Ambrey reported Wednesday night a ship was targeted with a missile southwest of Aden, Yemen, near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait between the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The Houthis claimed an attack on a vessel at the time called the Koi, a Liberian-flagged container ship. The ship’s managers could not be immediately reached for comment. It was unclear if the reported missile attack caused any damage or injuries.
A missile launched Tuesday night targeted the USS Gravely, an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, the U.S. military’s Central Command said in a statement. No injuries or damage were reported.
A Houthi military spokesman, Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree, claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement Wednesday morning, calling it “a victory for the oppression of the Palestinian people and a response to the American-British aggression against our country.”
Saree claimed the Houthis fired “several” missiles, something not acknowledged by the U.S. Navy. Houthi claims have been exaggerated in the past, and their missiles sometimes crash on land and fail to reach their targets.
On Wednesday, a U.S. military jet struck a surface-to-air missile that was about to launch from Houthi-controlled Yemen, a U.S. official said. The missile was deemed an immediate threat and destroyed. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity to provide details ahead of a public announcement.
Since November, the rebels have repeatedly targeted ships in the Red Sea over Israel’s offensive against Hamas in Gaza. But they have frequently targeted vessels with tenuous or no clear links to Israel, imperiling shipping in a key route for global trade between Asia, the Mideast and Europe.
The Houthis hit a commercial vessel with a missile on Friday, sparking a fire that burned for hours.
The U.S. and the United Kingdom have launched multiple rounds of airstrikes targeting the Houthis as allied warships patrol the waterways affected by the attacks. The European Union also plans to launch a naval mission in the Red Sea within three weeks to help defend cargo ships against the Houthi attacks, the bloc’s top diplomat said Wednesday.
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George (groin) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
George was a late addition to Wednesday's injury report due to a sore left groin, and he'll be forced to miss his first game since Dec. 20. Amir Coffey drew the start the last time George was sidelined and will start once again Wednesday, while Terance Mann and Norman Powell could also see increased run.
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Tsunami Bomb is heading over the pond to play a few shows this spring with Hans Gruber And The Die Hards. Tsunami Bomb have been in the studio recording new tracks. See below to view the tour dates.
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New reports show a big academic recovery after schools reopened. But not for all students. Stanford professor Sean Reardon tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly how the pandemic worsened education inequality.
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New reports show a big academic recovery after schools reopened. But not for all students. Stanford professor Sean Reardon tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly how the pandemic worsened education inequality.
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A teenager will appear in court later this month, after he allegedly threatened staff in Newcastle with a receipt spike.
When police arrived at the KFC Pizza Hut restaurant on Hunter Street at around 12:35pm on Wednesday, officers were told a 14-year-old boy had threatened two employees.
The alleged offender was taken into custody at the scene, before being taken back to Newcastle Police Station and charged.
He was given strict conditional bail, ahead of an appearance in Children’s Court later this month.
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Ghanaian broadcaster and media personality, Berla Mundi has been confirmed as the host of the 66th Grammy's African Nominee brunch for the second time.
The event, which is an official side event of the Grammy Awards, will take place in Los Angeles on February 3, 2024.
The brunch is organized by GUBA, an award-winning organization that celebrates and promotes the achievements of Ghanaians and Africans in the diaspora.
The event aims to celebrate and network with the African artists and personalities who have been nominated for the Grammy Awards.
Last year, Berla Mundi hosted the event and interacted with some of the nominees, such as South Africa's Nomcebo Zikode and Ghana's Rocky Dawuni.
This year, she will be joined by some of the biggest names in African music, such as Nigeria's Davido, South Africa's Musa Keys, and Britain's Juls Baby.
Berla Mundi expressed her excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to host the event again on her Instagram page.
Taking to her Twitter page, she reposted GUBA's announcement and wrote, "looking forward to this."
Some of the other guests who will attend the event include EMY's founder Kojo Soboh, rapper Gambo, and music producer Juls.
Lady Dentaa Amoateng MBE, the founder and CEO of GUBA, said that the event will be "an unforgettable experience with Berla at the helm."
The event will precede the 66th Grammy Awards, which will take place on February 5, 2024.
Some of the African artists who have been nominated for the prestigious awards include Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, and Tyla.
They will compete in various categories, such as Best Melodic Rap Performance, Best Global Music Album, Best Global Music Performance, and Best African Music Performance.
The latter category is a new addition to the Grammy Awards, as part of the Recording Academy's efforts to make the awards process more fair, transparent, and accurate, according to its CEO Harvey Mason Jr.
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Rose (hamstring) is doubtful for Thursday's game against Cleveland.
Rose recently resumed participation in 5-on-5 work during practice, and the Grizzlies hope he'll be able to return to action within the next few games. However, he'll likely be unavailable for the first half of a back-to-back set Thursday. Assuming he's sidelined, his next chance to suit up would be Friday against the Warriors.
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Face To Face is bringing their Triple Crown shows to Chicago and Solana Beach, CA this May. The band will be playing three nights in a row with each night playing three of their records. Night one of each night will be Don't Turn Away, night two will be Big Choice and night three will be Self-Titled. See below for the full announcement.
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A body believed to be that of a missing man from the Hunter Valley has been found following a three day search.
Police issued public appeals for information and spearheaded efforts to locate a 38-year-old man who had not been seen since about 9 o’clock Sunday night on McLeod Street in Aberdeen.
During a co-ordinated land search on Wednesday, a body was discovered in bushland off Campbell Street at Aberdeen around 3.20pm.
While the body has not yet been formally identified, it is believed to be that of the missing man.
The death is not being treated as suspicious and a report will be prepared for the Coroner.
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Dear GhanaWeb,
Why do tragedies befall good people?
I have known Mr. Kwaku Gyasi for three years and his kindness and humility are beyond measure.
He was admitted to our facility and since his admission, I have been the nurse taking care of him. He was diagnosed with terminal cancer and by the end of this year, he will die.
He is not a family person, meaning he has no wife or children. His brother was responsible for him but he also had other things to attend to thus he put me in charge of him both at home and at the hospital.
Mr. Kwaku Gyasi and I started off well and he became the best friend I have ever had. He advises me and sometimes supports me financially.
The man is down to earth and I will surely miss him when he dies.
His days on earth are numbered and he is begging me to give him a child before he dies. He has promised to give a major part of his will to the baby and myself if I agree to do it.
This is my problem for the week and counting.
I’m engaged and do not know how to tell my fiancé.
Also, I am a virgin, and what he is asking from me, I don’t think I have the forte to do it.
He is a very good man and saying no to him is difficult.
This is the wish of a dying man. What should I do?
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Konchar (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against Cleveland.
Konchar was unavailable Monday against the Kings due to a left ankle sprain, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return following a few days to rest. If he sits out once again Thursday, Jacob Gilyard and Scotty Pippen could continue to see increased run for Memphis.
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Kid Kapichi have released a video for their new song “Get Down”. The video was directed by Nick Suchak. The song is off their upcoming album There Goes The Neighbourhood which will be out on March 15. Kid Kapichi will be touring the UK and Europe in the spring and released their album Here’s What You Could Have Won in 2022. Check out the video below.
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Kennard (knee) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.
Kennard has missed three of the last four games due to left knee soreness, and he'll likely be unavailable once again Thursday. Assuming he's sidelined, Jacob Gilyard, Scotty Pippen and David Roddy could see increased roles.
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Ghanaian afrobeat musician, Kelvyn Boy recently revealed that he has quit smoking.
In a post on his Twitter page on January 30, the “Down Flat” hitmaker addressed some misconceptions about smoking.
He said that smoking does not make people dirty or rowdy, and that many artistes smoke, but he said he has decided to stop for his health.
His post was met with positive reactions from fans and followers who praised his stance and called for other artistes to quit smoking.
In light of that, a video from 2022 has surfaced showing Kelvyn Boy claimed that he would go mad if he stops smoking.
In an interview on Hitz FM on September 12, 2022, Kelvyn Boy, Kelvyn Boy defended his smoking, saying it is part of his lifestyle and image as an artist.
"I feel like this thing we did do me, is my life, is a lifestyle, is my career. This is the only thing I know how to do. I can’t hide it," he said.
According to him, smoking calms him down and he will not change who he is.
The singer went on to cite legendary reggae musician Bob Marley as an influence and example of an artist who openly smoked cannabis.
While making no promises to quit smoking, Kelvyn Boy concluded by saying he prefers to be real rather than fake an image.
"I can't fake that'd be me. And people like me for that. Because I'll be real. I know. If you come, they fake when they take nothing away from me. This is hits," he stated.
The interview provided insight into Kelvyn Boy's unapologetic stance on his smoking habit.
Fast-forward to January 2024, Kelvyn Boy has announced an end to his smoking habit.
Some artistes have been known to use substances such as marijuana, shisha, alcohol, and cocaine to cope with stress, enhance their performance, or fit in with their peers.
Some have spoken out against this practice, while others have defended their choices.
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