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Fitness Coach Delroy Watt says he is impressed with the commitment being displayed by the Senior Men’s National Team as they continue with preparations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup to be held in Qatar.
The National Team officially entered camp on Friday 12th March, and will undergo a week of final preparations before departing for the World Cup Qualifiers.
Dominica has been placed in Group D of the Concacaf Qualifiers alongside Panama, The Dominican Republic, Barbados, and Anguilla.
Dominica will kick of its qualifying campaign on the 24th of March against the Dominican Republic, and then will play Panama on March 28th.
Both games will be played in the Dominican Republic.
The Team will leave the island on the 22nd of March.
Coach Watt spoke with DFA Media after the second training session on Saturday.
Please see attached Link to access interview with Coach Delroy Watt and clips and pictures of team at its second training session at the Stockfarm Complex on Saturday.
Below is the full interview between Fitness Coach Delroy Watt and DFA Media Manager Garvin Richards.
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| 2024-01-01T01:24:05Z
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Former England captain Sol Campbell is 'being sued for £810k after pulling out of buying £3.85m London flat' in Cadogan Square
- Sol Campbell is 'being sued for £810k after pulling out of buying a London flat'
- He and his partner had 'signed a contract' to buy the £3.85m property
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Sol Campbell is 'being sued for £810,000' after 'pulling out of buying a £3.85million flat' in London, according to The Sun.
The outlet claims that the former England captain and his partner, Fiona, had 'put a ten percent deposit of £387,500 down' on the apartment which is reportedly located in Cadogan Square, in Knightsbridge.
The owner of the property, Lady Jadranka Beresford-Peirse, had reportedly said that the pair had 'signed a contract to purchase the flat in 2021' but have not paid the outstanding balance.
She has, according to The Sun, now lodged papers to the High Court and is seeking more than £800k in losses.
The news outlet states that Lady Jadranka has 'accused them of a breach of contract after failing to pay the outstanding balance on the apartment'.
She is also reportedly 'seeking an order for the pair to buy the flat and pay her compensation'.
Former England captain Sol Campbell is reportedly 'being sued for £810,000' after 'pulling out of buying a flat' in London
The apartment is situated in Cadogan Square and is reportedly worth £3.85million
Back in 2021, Mail Online had reported that Campbell, who won 73 caps for England, had put his eight-bed Grade II-listed Chelsea townhouse up for sale for £24m.
It is also understood that he knocked £4m off the price of the property in 2022.
Campbell enjoyed a glittering career as a player, winning the Premier Leauge twice with Arsenal, and would retire from professional football in 2011, after spells with Tottenham, Arsenal, Portsmouth, Notts County and Newcastle.
The owner of the flat has reportedly accused the ex-Arsenal star of a 'breach of contract'
After hanging up his boots, he would go into coaching, taking up the assistant manager's position with the Trinidad national team alongside head coach Dennis Lawrence.
He would subsequently go on to be appointed manager of Macclesfield and more recently Southend United.
Campbell married interior designer Fiona Barratt, the granddaughter of Sir Lawrie ‘Brickie’ Barratt, the founder of Barratt Homes.
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| 2024-01-01T01:24:06Z
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Kyren Williams runs for 3 TDs as Rams beat Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Los Angeles Rams returned to the postseason after a year's absence with a little help following a game during which they didn't look like much of a playoff team.
Kyren Williams ran for 87 yards and a career-best three touchdowns and the Rams won their third straight and sixth in seven games with a much harder-than-expected 26-25 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday.
Los Angeles, which followed a Super Bowl win with a 5-12 season in 2022, clinched the playoff berth when Pittsburgh knocked off the Seahawks 30-23 in Seattle roughly three hours after the Rams' game at MetLife Stadium ended.
"We are never going to take for granted being able to get wins," Rams coach Sean McVay said. "There were things that we did to try to not win this game today. But our guys found a way.
"Sometimes you need these types of games. It seemed we were a little off, but they kept staying together."
Matthew Stafford threw for 317 yards and a touchdown, but also had his first two interceptions in the last five games as the Rams (9-7) won their third straight and sixth in the last seven games.
"We obviously didn't play best on the offensive side of the ball, but our defense got some critical stops late in the game," said Stafford, who was 24 of 34 passing. "Not the cleanest game, but we found a way to win. A win is a win. It was a crazy game. Felt like I was seeing it well, but obviously made two bad throws."
The Giants (5-11) had a chance to pull off an upset when Gunner Olszewski scored on a 94-yard punt return to get New York within a point with 3:27 to play. After an encroachment penalty on the extra point attempt, coach Brian Daboll elected to go for a 2-point conversion —but Tyrod Taylor missed a wide-open Saquon Barkley on a rollout to the right.
Taylor admitted having trouble deciding whether run for the 2 points or throw the ball.
"He just missed it," Daboll said of Taylor, who was 27 of 41 and ran six times for 40 yards while being sacked six times. "We had Saquon. Just short-armed it a little bit."
Later, a 31-yard run by Taylor allowed Mason Crosby to attempt a game-winning 54-yard field goal, but it was wide left and might have not had the distance.
"I stopped looking when it turned left," Crosby said.
Williams, the NFL's second leading rusher coming in, scored on runs of 4, 2 and 28 yards. The 2-yard score was set up by an 80-yard catch-and-run by rookie Puka Nacua in the third quarter. A 37-yard pass from Stafford to Demarcus Robinson set up Williams' 28-yard score in the fourth quarter. Rams kicker Lucas Havrisik missed two extra points to keep it close
Taylor threw for 319 yards in his first start since replacing Tommy DeVito, including an 80-yard scoring catch-and-run to Darius Slayton. Wan'Dale Robinson also scored on a 24-yard run on an end-around and Crosby kicked two field goals, but missed an extra point after Slayton's TD that kept the Rams in front 20-16.
Dane Belton had two interceptions and a fumble recovery for New York. Stafford had thrown 170 consecutive passes without an interception until Belton ended the run with his first pick of the season.
Despite turning the ball over twice, Los Angeles led 14-10 at halftime on Williams' 10th rushing touchdown and a 4-yard TD pass from Stafford to Kupp.
A 24-yard end-around by Robinson and a second-chance 31-yard field goal by Crosby accounted for the Giants' scoring. Ben Skowronek blocked Crosby's first attempt from 45 yards, but he was called for unsportsmanlike conduct for making a running leap over the line to block it.
Nacua finished with five catches for 118 yards, leaving him four receptions shy of breaking the NFL single-season record for rookies set by Miami's Jaylen Waddle (104) in 2021. Nacua also needs 29 yards to pass Bill Groman (1,473) for the most yards receiving in a single season by a rookie in franchise history.
INJURIES
Rams: LT Alaric Jackson was inactive for personal reasons. ... NT Bobby Brown hurt his right knee late in the first quarter and did not return.
Giants: Rookie CB Deonte Banks missed the game with a shoulder injury. ... RT Tyre Phillips (ankle) hurt a knee on the opening series, returned and was hurt against in the fourth quarter, needing to be carted off. ... S Jason Pinnock left in the first quarter with a foot injury.
UP NEXT
Rams: Tune up for the postseason with a game at San Francisco.
Giants: End the season at home against Philadelphia.
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| 2024-01-01T01:24:07Z
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The Pittsburgh Steelers won their second straight game to keep their playoff hopes alive entering the final week of the season. QB Mason Rudolph got his second straight start despite Kenny Pickett seemingly being healthy enough to play, and he made the most of it once again. He threw 24 pass attempts and completed 18 of them for 274 yards. There were no touchdown passes this week, but that is mostly because the running game did most of the heavy lifting. Rudolph finished the game with a passer rating for 112.2.
All the talk of a quarterback controversy leading up to this Week 17 game will pale in comparison to the chatter this upcoming week. Now there is no guise of a Pickett injury continuing to hold him out and head coach Mike Tomlin will have to bench Pickett in order to continue riding the hot hand of Rudolph. In his postgame press conference posted on the Steelers’ YouTube page, Tomlin was asked about who would start in Week 18.
“We’ll talk about that next week,” Tomlin said after the Steelers beat the Seattle Seahawks, 30-23. “Right now we are just appreciative of the victory, and we’ll give you guys something to buzz about for the next 24 [hours] or so.”
It is a good problem for the Steelers to have, the result of back-to-back wins, but it is a problem nonetheless. Pickett was selected in the first round just two drafts ago and Tomlin has repeatedly backed him as the quarterback of the future, often citing “football justice.” His assertion is that Pickett works hard and prepares like a professional and things usually work out for those types of guys.
The next we will hear from Tomlin is on Tuesday for his weekly press conference. Last week he named Rudolph the starter, but with the caveat that the team would wait and see on Pickett’s health. This week, that will not be as easy to get away with. Tomlin is going to have to make an uncomfortable decision either way.
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https://steelersdepot.com/2023/12/tomlin-not-naming-starting-qb-for-week-18-well-give-you-guys-something-to-buzz-about/
| 2024-01-01T01:24:07Z
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The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has rolled out its action plan for 2024 and near term 2024 to 2026.
It highlighted in broad terms the regulatory approach and actions that are to be implemented by the Commission.
The commission said it was in furtherance of its mandate as the apex regulatory agency established to supervise upstream petroleum operations in Nigeria.
The Regulatory Action Plan (RAP) is focused on regulatory and predictability, future licencing rounds policy and implementation, unit cost of production optimisation, automation and business process improvements for operational efficiency, promoting ease of entry and investment retention, vacating entry barriers associated with huge asset acquisition fees, deepening transparency, accountability and elimination of discriminatory regulatory practices, implementation of a carbon credit earnings framework for upstream operations, accelerating the execution of oil and gas development and production projects, and enforcement of Drill or Drop provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act (2021).
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Other areas of focus include the optimisation of federation revenues, decarbonisation and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions management in producing environment and Incorporation of green story in FDPs, diligent monitoring of implementation of the Nigerian Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme (NGFCP) awarded sites for optimum flare-out monetisation, Host Community Trust Fund implementation and guiding the trust fund activities to reduce agitation in the operations areas and 100% hydrocarbon accounting.
The RAP also targets the implementation of the new production curtailment regime and domestic crude supply obligation, annual asset performance assessment and reviews, enforcement of Domestic Crude Supply Obligation (DCSO) and Domestic Gas Distribution Obligation (DGDO) to improve domestic refining capacity, implementation of frontier exploration fund, decommissioning and abandonment (D&A) fund, zero tolerance to default in royalty payment, value creation through approval of annual work programme/budget and monitoring of financial viability, crude oil and gas pricing in contemporary terms, and revenue generation and implementation of zero default strategy on payment of royalty.
The Commission Chief Executive (CCE), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe in a statement issued in Abuja indicated that the foregoing represents in broad terms the key thematic focus areas that would underpin the Commission’s activities in 2004. “These are in addition to the Commission’s commitment to its general objectives and functions as provided in the PIA and by implication all other laws relating to upstream petroleum operations in Nigeria.”
Komolafe stated that in focusing on these areas, the Commission aims to bring into rapid effect the transformation of the sector envisaged by the PIA (2021) and ramp up the efficiency and performance of the Sector.
He was optimistic that the implementation of these initiatives would in the short- and long-term increase revenues generated for Government from the industry, improve the regulatory and operating environment, optimise value, generate jobs, and position the country as a destination for foreign direct investment for the Sector.
The CCE noted that as a strategy-driven organisation, the NUPRC is firmly committed to setting a clear agenda for the Nigerian upstream sector to engender efficiency and effectiveness in line with the PIA and government aspirations for a virile, functional and profitable oil and gas sector. “The Commission will ensure that the RAP for 2024 and the near term is implemented vigorously by all concerned in the beneficial interest of operators, service providers, industry participants and other stakeholders, all in the overriding national interest.”
Giving an insight into why the Commission is focusing on the thematic areas, the CCE explained that the public policy statement is issued within the context of the global energy landscape which is currently in a state of rapid change in response to climate concerns and the challenges faced by the fossil fuel industry and economies long dependent on it. “These challenges include climate change issue, the energy transition momentum, and the drive towards net zero emissions by the international comity of nations in such Forums such as the recently concluded United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) 28 conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and such other international forums before it.”
Komolafe pointed out that Nigeria’s position on energy transition aligns with that of OPEC in the call for just, inclusive, equitable and balanced energy transitions. “In the words of His Excellency, Bola Tinubu, at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September 2023, Mr. President underscored the fact that ‘African nations will fight climate change, but we must do so on fair and just terms … (and) must accord with our overall economic efforts’”; a position echoed by other world leaders at UNGA and similar gathering during 2023.
He further explained that the Agenda for Nigeria, Africa, and other resource-rich developing economies is that the evolving energy dynamics must be calibrated against geography, history, and politics as well as the need for energy justice, equity, inclusivity, and sustainability.
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| 2024-01-01T01:24:08Z
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#crave #dessert #binge #explanation
There’s always room for dessert in your stomach! Even after a hearty meal, you never refuse dessert. Why does this happen?
Have you ever wondered why even after a very abundant meal, such as those typical of weddings or Christmas, despite feeling full, it is difficult to give up dessert? Although the stomach is saturated with food, in fact, there always seems to be room for dessert. Gluttony, and the fact that practically everyone likes sweets, is obviously the main cause of this.
However, there are others too psychological and physical mechanisms causing the phenomenon. And to understand if there are scientific reasons for the fact that dessert is never refused, studies have also been conducted. Let’s see in particular what researchers have discovered on the matter. Let’s start with a study conducted by scholars from the department of Pennsylvania State University Nutritional Sciences.
What studies say about ‘dessert stomach’
According to researchers from the department of Pennsylvania State University Nutritional Sciencesin some cases the reason that makes us believe we still have some space in our stomach for dessert is the fact that that space really is there, even if we have the sensation that the capacity has reached the limit. This mechanism, which encourages you to eat dessert even though you are no longer hungry, is called “specific sensory satiety“.
It was first introduced in 1956 by the French neurophysiologist Jacques Le Magnen. This is a selective limit that the human body uses to induce people not to always eat the same foods but to vary them, so as to have a more balanced diet.
Barbara Rolls explained this mechanism. The researcher carried out research on a group of volunteers with a team of scholars. People had to rate their liking of eight different foods by tasting a little of each, at different times. They ate the first course until they were full, in fact they ate a large quantity. Then they ate the other dishes and expressed an opinion on each one.
After a break, shortly after the meal, the volunteers had to taste the eight dishes again and judge them. Here the researchers found a decrease in enjoyment of food. This has led researchers to deduce that you can eat one food until you feel like you’re bursting, but still not give up others if they are available. What leads to no longer wanting to eat is often the decline in pleasure that a food gives, which is specific to that food and not transversal. So if the appetite for one food decreases it does not mean that the appetite for another with completely different characteristics will not remain high. The fact that there is always room for dessert, therefore, depends on the radical difference of this compared to previous courses.
What another study says
This theory was also confirmed by subsequent research, which added a further piece, discovering that the food, as it continued with the meal, would not only become less tasty for the eater, but would also take on a less attractive appearance and smell. This often pushes to stop eating but resume with gusto when dessert time arrives. This mechanism is also the basis of the fact that when faced with a buffet with many variations of food we are often led to eat more than normal.
In summary, the desire for sweets after a large meal can be attributed to a combination of psychological and physiological factors. Sensory-specific satiety plays a key role, as the decline in pleasure for a specific food does not necessarily extend to all foods. Furthermore, the altered perception of the taste and appearance of foods during the meal could contribute to the desire for something sweet and tempting. So, even when the stomach seems to be at maximum capacity, the lure of dessert persists, making it an irresistible pleasure that goes beyond food rationality.
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https://www.world-today-journal.com/why-do-you-crave-dessert-even-after-a-binge-the-explanation-is-all-here/
| 2024-01-01T01:24:08Z
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INDIANAPOLIS — The journey began Feb. 14 when owner Jim Irsay and general manager Chris Ballard put their trust and the fate of the Indianapolis Colts in the hands of coach Shane Steichen.
And here they are, heading into a new year and in position to achieve something few outside the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center thought possible those long, eventful 10 months later.
After dispatching the Las Vegas Raiders, 23-20, Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium, and with Cincinnati’s loss at Kansas City a few hours later, the Colts are in a win-and-in pre-playoff showdown with the Houston Texans, who visit Indy next weekend.
“We just rallied behind Shane,’’ linebacker Zaire Franklin said after breaking his own franchise record for tackles. He’s at 171 and counting.
“In this league, every year is a new year,’’ Steichen said of what’s been a transitional season for the franchise. “You put in the work in the offseason, you put in the work in training camp and you got to go out and execute on Sunday.
“Everybody has got to have belief in that locker room that we’re all together doing this thing, because it ain’t about one man. It’s about everybody.’’
And for the Colts to find themselves in what amounts to a one-game season?
“Just to be able to be in this spot is awesome,’’ wideout Michael Pittman Jr. added after complementing the critical team victory by eclipsing a couple of personal milestones. He pushed his season totals to 104 receptions and 1,108 yards, both career-bests, after missing the loss at Atlanta with a concussion.
Players in the locker room spoke of Steichen’s ability to keep everyone focused, especially when adversity hit.
And adversity has lurked around every corner, none bigger than losing rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson to shoulder surgery after just five games and four starts. Veteran backup Gardner Minshew II has been instrumental in getting the Colts to this point.
“Tough as nails,’’ tight end Mo Alie-Cox insisted.
That’s an apt description of Steichen’s Colts. Despite this injury or that suspension or that subpar outing, they’ve found a way to be playing meaningful football when it matters most.
The Colts have won six of their last eight and generally have found a way. They’re 6-2 in one-possession games.
“Scrappy,’’ insisted running back Jonathan Taylor, who finished with 96 yards and one touchdown on 21 carries.
Mo Alie-Cox implored his teammates to seize the moment.
“I told the guys before the game, ‘Meaningful football games in December don’t happen every year,’’’ he said. “And I’ve been here for a bunch of years. We’ve had some years like last year where we were just going out there to play. We were playing for our jobs and things like that, but as a player, you want a chance to go into the postseason.
“I told them, ‘Don’t take this opportunity for granted. Go out there and enjoy it and have a great game.’’’
Pittman didn’t need that type of reminder. His rookie year remains fresh — an 11-5 record and Wild Card berth in 2020.
“We made it my very first year and I thought, ‘Hey, we’re going to do this every single year,’’’ he said. “And that’s not how it goes.’’
That certainly wasn’t the case in 2021 when the Colts saw their 98% chance of earning a playoff berth with two games remaining disappear with closing losses to the Raiders and Jacksonville.
What did Taylor learn from that disheartening situation?
“Win,’’ he said. “Just win the game.
“No matter how it happens, you’ve got to find a way to win. Win, and all your problems will be solved.’’
Sunday, it was Minshew directing an offense that blended lightning with thunder, the defense and patchwork secondary coming up with the necessary stops and kicker Matt Gay knocking down 38, 33 and 45-yard field goals.
Minshew passed for 224 yards and gave the Colts a 14-3 second-quarter lead with a 58-yard touchdown to Alec Pierce. He added a 50-yard completion to rookie Josh Downs, giving Minshew five completions of at least 50 yards this season. That’s second only to Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa, according to ESPN Research.
The thunder? Taylor was the catalyst of a run game that generated 134 yards. On a drive early in the fourth quarter that Gay capped with a 33-yard field goal for a 20-10 lead, Steichen called eight consecutive runs that churned out 61 yards and drained 5 minutes, 40 seconds off the clock.
The return of right tackle Braden Smith after missing three games with a knee injury was huge.
Defensively, the Colts allowed 370 yards and 26 first downs, but kept fending off the Aiden O’Connell-led Raiders. O’Connell’s 1-yard TD to wide receiver Davante Adams with 43 seconds remaining kept things interesting until Colts safety Rodney Thomas II recovered the onside kick.
O’Connell finished with 299 yards and two TDs to Adams, who had 13 catches and 126 yards on 21 targets.
That might appear to be a long day for the Colts’ secondary, but that group was in scramble mode after nickel corner Kenny Moore II was ruled out with a back injury. The backend of the defense: rookie outside cornerbacks (JuJu Brents and Jaylon Jones); nickel corner Chris Lammons, a special teamer who had been on the field for just 34 defensive snaps the past four seasons; second-year safety Nick Cross and safety Ronnie Harrison Jr., who replaced injured Julian Blackmon (shoulder) after seeing his previous action at linebacker.
“It’s the ultimate team game,’’ Steichen said. “To have a chance, obviously, with one game left . . . win and in. It’s huge. So, it’s a credit to the players, credit to the coaches and we’ve got to do our very, very, very best come this week.’’
Steichen rarely allows his emotions to seep to the surface. However, it was clear he’s pleased – pleased, not satisfied – with how his first season as a head coach has unfolded.
So much adversity, but so much on the line in week 18.
“I think we’re going to find out a lot about ourselves,’’ Steichen said. “Obviously, we found out a lot about ourselves throughout this season.
“Next week, we have to win. Our focus is strictly on Houston now. We’re moving on to them.’’
Will Steichen give himself time to enjoy the win over the Raiders?
“None,’’ he said. “Zero time to enjoy this win.’’
He paused.
“I mean, I might enjoy it for an hour or so, but that’s about it.’’
You can follow Mike Chappell on Twitter at @mchappell51.
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https://fox59.com/news/with-win-over-raiders-colts-face-win-and-in-pre-playoff-showdown-with-texans/
| 2024-01-01T01:24:10Z
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The White House said Sunday it is not seeking a wider conflict in the Middle East but will continue acting in its own self-defense.
“We don't seek a conflict wider in the region and we're not looking for a conflict with the Houthis. The best outcome here would be for the Houthis to stop these attacks, as we have made clear over and over again,” National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby told ABC News.
“We've got significant national security interests in the region just on our own, the United States, and we're going to put the kind of forces we need in the region to protect those interests and we're going to act in self-defense going forward,” he added.
Asked about the prospect of a preemptive strike in the region, Kirby repeated the White House stance and said, “We're not ruling anything in or out, but we have made it clear publicly to the Houthis and privately to our allies and partners in the region we take these threats seriously, and we're going to make the right decisions going forward.”
His comments came after US helicopters sank three Houthi boats in the Red Sea. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), the container ship Maersk Hangzhou issued a second distress call in less than 24 hours reporting being under attack by four Iranian-backed Houthi small boats.
The small boats, originating from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, fired crew served and small arms weapons at the Maersk Hangzhou, getting to within 20 meters of the vessel, and attempted to board the vessel. A contract embarked security team on the ship returned fire.
The helicopters sank the boats and killed those aboard, marking the first occasion since tensions broke out earlier this year that the US has killed members of the Iranian-backed Houthi rebel group, which has been targeting commercial and merchant vessels in the Red Sea.
The incident came hours the USS Gravely missile destroyer shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles while responding to a Houthi attack on a merchant vessel.
The Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have upped their attacks on vessels in the Red Sea since the start of the Israel-Hamas was on October 7.
Recently, the Houthi rebels threatened to attack any vessels heading to Israeli ports unless food and medicine were allowed into the Gaza Strip.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin last week officially announced the creation of Operation Prosperity Guardian, a maritime task force set up by the US and allies to respond to the Houthi provocations.
Later, the Pentagon said a total of more than 20 countries have agreed to participate in the new US-led coalition.
Maersk had previously announced it would be pausing all container shipments through the Red Sea due to the Houthi attacks, but reversed its decision after the formation of the US-led coalition.
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https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/382857
| 2024-01-01T01:24:11Z
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Paytm CEO Sheds Light on the Rising Influence of AI and its Underestimated Impact
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, companies are redefining their operations to adapt. In this context, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the visionary founder and CEO of Paytm, has shed light on the escalating influence and revenue generation of AI-created social media influencers. These AI influencers are now outpacing many of their human counterparts and rivaling some of the top earners in the field.
AI’s Potential Underestimated
According to Sharma, the overall impact of AI is considerably underestimated. He predicts that AI is poised to industrialize numerous jobs currently performed by humans within the next half-decade. As AI continues to permeate various sectors, its potential to revolutionize industries and redefine job roles cannot be overlooked.
Paytm’s Leap of Faith into AI
Embracing this shift into AI, Paytm itself has laid off over 1,000 employees from diverse departments, including operations, sales, and engineering. A company spokesperson revealed that AI-powered automation has been instrumental in transforming their operations. The implementation of AI technology to enhance efficiency has not only resulted in a workforce reduction but has also led to a 10-15 percent savings in employee costs.
AI’s Role in Customer Care and User Experience
Furthermore, Paytm is scaling up its use of AI in customer care and in personalizing user experiences. The company has revamped its app’s home screen and delineated the offerings of Paytm Payments Bank and other group entities for a streamlined interface. The move exemplifies how companies are leveraging AI to optimize user experiences and operational efficiency.
AI’s Impact on the Job Market
Paytm’s move mirrors a global trend in 2023, where major corporations collectively laid off over 2 lakh employees. Giants like Amazon, Accenture, Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, and Twitter have also resorted to layoffs due to the incorporation of AI and automation into their operations. The trend underscores the significant shift in the job market and the consequential impact of AI.
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REVEALED - Europe's top sides by points in 2023: Man City are No 1 while a surprise English team go toe-to-toe with Real Madrid and Italian giants climb into top five
- Real Madrid were matched by a surprise team while Man City were 2023's best
- Beyond Europe's elite, Wrexham deserve special mention for earning 104 points
- Chris Sutton and Ian Ladyman give their best sporting moments of the year on It's All Kicking Off
Manchester City earned the most points of any team in Europe's top five leagues in 2023, to nobody's surprise.
Pep Guardiola and his troops earned 93 points from 39 games in the last calendar year as they claimed a third consecutive Premier League title.
His alma mater, Barcelona, were joint-second alongside Atletico Madrid on 88 points earned.
Xavi's side stormed to a first LaLiga title after four years of frustration while Simeone's finished in a commendable third, where they rank so far this campaign as well.
The stats for 2023 were compiled by Squawka, and some of the teams that follow are surprising.
Manchester City earned more points (93) than any team in Europe's top five leagues in 2023
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid were joint-second with 88 points and will hope to translate their domestic success to the Champions League
Inter Milan were next on 87 points, and at first glance you wouldn't think they had picked up so many.
While they top the Serie A standings at the moment, it wasn't plain sailing last season as they stuttered to third.
The Champions League finalists even went on one rocky run between February and April when they lost six games out of eight in Serie A, only winning once.
Sitting behind the Milanese maestros were 14-time Champions League winners and a Midlands outfit who only disposed of Steven Gerrard two months before the year began.
That's right, Real Madrid and Aston Villa were level in joint-fifth on 85 points.
Unai Emery has inspired a revolution at Aston Villa, earning as many points with them in 2023 as Real Madrid did in LaLiga
Are Juventus returning as a European heavyweight? They had lost their way in recent seasons but earned 84 points in 2023
Unai Emery has worked miracles at Villa Park to haul them up to heady Los Blancos heights and position them as Premier League challengers.
His achievement is all the more remarkable when you consider that Aston Villa only finished 12th in the Premier League's annual table for 2022 with 41 points - less than half their tally for 2023.
In seventh, Juventus earned 84 points as the Old Lady rolled back the years to become Serie A contenders once more under Massimiliano Allegri.
Allegri, who led the Turin-based behemoths to five consecutive titles in his first spell at the club, has rejuvenated them with fresh inspiration this season.
It looked as if he could lose his job last term as they shambled to seventh place in Serie A, their lowest finish since 2011.
However, he has them firing on all cylinders this season and they are embroiled in their first title scrap since 2020, just two points behind leaders Inter.
Spare a thought for Wrexham, whose lower-league status means they miss out on this list despite blowing away their opposition with a staggering 104 points.
Wrexham enjoyed a head-spinning 2023 with a 104-point haul in the National League and League Two down the English football pyramid
Fuelled by Hollywood pizzazz and the wisened head of Phil Parkinson, Wrexham blitzed to the National League title with a record 111 points and are third in League Two.
Meanwhile, Harry Kane's Bayern Munich could have been up there but only managed 75 points on account of the Bundesliga having four fewer games per season.
Napoli are perhaps a surprise omission. They won Serie A with 90 points, 18 more tha Inter and 28 more than Juventus, but only claimed 77 in 2023.
Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain led the way in France with 81 points but may be disappointed with that haul considering the often-assumed weaker opposition in Ligue 1.
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With the Pittsburgh Steelers beating the Seattle Seahawks 30-23 in Week 17, the Steelers need to win or tie the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18 and then get help if they want to make the playoffs. The two games that Steelers fans will watch closely are the Buffalo Bills-Miami Dolphins matchup and the Jacksonville Jaguars-Tennessee Titans matchup. There’s also a chance the Colts-Texans matchup could come into play with a tie, and there’s one scenario where the Steelers can get in even if they lose.
Here are the scenarios:
- Jaguars Lose, Bills Win, Steelers Win/Tie: Pittsburgh Gets No. 7 seed. If Steelers tie, Colts/Texans can not tie.
- Jaguars Win, Bills Lose, Steelers Win: Pittsburgh Gets No. 7 seed.
- Jaguars and Bills both Lose, Steelers Win: Pittsburgh Gets No. 6 seed. If Pittsburgh ties, it would get No.7 seed.
- Jaguars Tie, Bills Win, Steelers Win: Pittsburgh Gets No. 7 seed.
- Jaguars Tie, Bills Lose, Steelers Win: Pittsburgh Gets No. 6 seed.
- Bills Tie, Jaguars Lose, Steelers Win/Tie: Pittsburgh Gets No. 7 seed. If Steelers tie, Colts/Texans can not tie.
- Colts/Texans tie, Jaguars Win, Bills Win, Steelers Win: Pittsburgh Gets No. 7 seed.
- Broncos win, Bills Lose, Jaguars Lose, Steelers Lose, Colts/Texans Do Not Tie: Pittsburgh Gets No. 7 seed.
No other scenario would get the Steelers into the playoffs. If the Bills beat the Dolphins and the Jaguars beat the Titans, it won’t matter if the Steelers win or tie against the Ravens, as they’ll be left on the outside looking in at the playoff field unless the Colts and Texans end up tying.
One positive for Pittsburgh is that the Ravens may opt to bench some starters as they’ve already clinched the AFC’s No. 1 seed. However, Steelers-Ravens matchups are always hard-fought affairs, and there’s nothing that Baltimore would like to do more than try and play spoiler to Pittsburgh’s playoff hopes.
It’s going to be a lot of scoreboard watching Week 18 for Steelers fans, but the most important thing is that the Steelers take care of their own business by beating the Ravens. They can’t control what happens around them, and it’s more than likely completely moot if they lose to Baltimore, unless the unlikely scenario of both Jacksonville and Buffalo losing along with the Broncos beating the Raiders occurs.
It’s a Steelers team coming in with momentum after back-to-back wins with QB Mason Rudolph under center, and it should be a good battle in Week 18.
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A Scottish Green MSP has called for lab tests on disposable vapes to be made compulsory.
Gillian Mackay is spearheading a campaign to ban single use vapes, with both the UK and Scottish governments considering their future.
The devices often end up in the hands of children, with Government data suggesting as many as 22% of those aged under 18 in Scotland have tried them.
Laboratory tests on the devices, she said, should be made compulsory, ending a system which allows producers to “check their own homework”.
As well as cutting down the harms caused by legal vapes, the idea, the MSP claimed, would also impact on the number of fake devices which are sold.
“The risk to users from unscrupulous suppliers is too great to leave to chance, so we urgently need to get a grip of this ridiculous situation where it is the producers themselves who check their own homework,” she said.
“What I am calling for is a UK-wide scheme where independent, verified labs carry out tests to crack down on harmful chemicals and dodgy construction, which could leave anyone in danger on a number of levels.
“There is nothing like enough real checks being carried out and while a potential ban is being considered, preventative action must be taken now, including a licensing scheme for importers to deal with the issue.”
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President Bola Tinubu will on Monday, January 1, 2024 deliver a New Year’s Day broadcast to the nation.
This was revealed in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
It revealed that Tinubu will be live at 7 am on the network service of the Nigeria Television Authority.
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The statement titled, January 1st 2024: President Tinubu addresses the nation, reads, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will make a New Year’s Day broadcast to the nation on Monday, January 1, 2024, at 7 am.
Television, radio stations, and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigeria Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for the broadcast.”
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30-year-old Artem Reznik, a resident of the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, was killed in a rocket attack on the city on Friday morning. Reznik is the only child of Marina, who is active in the Kharkiv Jewish community, reported COLLive.
The city was hit with a barrage of over 20 rockets in Friday’s attack and, according to COLLive, the attacks continued after Shabbat as the Grand Kharkiv palace hotel was hit by an Iskander missile, leaving many injured.
Rabbi Moshe Moskovitz, a local Chabad shaliach, has arranged the funeral which will take place on Monday at the local synagogue, together with the community members.
At the same time, COLLive notes, even in times of tragedy and war, three brit milah ceremonies will be taking place in Kharkiv this Thursday, for a 15-year-old and two elderly men in their 70s.
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Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma Highlights the Rising Prominence of AI in Influencer Marketing and Beyond
In a recent revelation that has sparked considerable debate, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder and CEO of Paytm, has drawn attention to the evolving landscape of influencer marketing, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role. Sharma pointed out that AI-created social media influencers are not only garnering significant attention but are also raking in more revenue than many of their human counterparts, earning upwards of ₹80,000 per post.
AI in Influencer Marketing
AI influencers are digitally enhanced synthetic characters that have begun to carve out their own space in the influencer industry. They offer brands complete control over messaging, the ability to customize content to target demographics, and precise tracking of engagement metrics. However, their rise has also raised concerns about ethics, authenticity, and the potential impact on diversity and inclusivity in the influencer market. The need for robust laws and ethical standards to ensure consumer trust and counter fraudulent strategies in AI influencer marketing is increasingly being emphasized.
Paytm’s AI Integration
This discussion on AI’s influence in the influencer market comes in the wake of Paytm’s recent layoff of over 1,000 employees across operations, sales, and engineering. The company has been incorporating AI technology to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. In a move towards automation, Paytm has leveraged AI to eliminate repetitive tasks and roles, hoping to save 10-15% in employee costs. This decision aligns with the trend of mass industrialisation of many jobs currently performed by humans, as predicted by Sharma.
AI Personalizing User Experience
Not only has Paytm turned to AI for operational efficiency, but it is also harnessing the technology to personalize user experiences. Changes have been made to the Paytm app’s home screen for a cleaner, more user-friendly view. Moreover, the company is working on expanding its use of AI in customer care operations, further showcasing the growing influence of this technology in various business aspects.
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Lamar Jackson posts perfect passer rating as Ravens route of Dolphins, 56-19, to clinch top seed and homefield advantage throughout AFC playoffs
- Now Baltimore (13-1) can rest its starting QB and other players against Pittsburgh
- Jackson, 26, won the NFL MVP award in only his sophomore season in Baltimore
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In stunning argument in favor of his own MVP candidacy, Lamar Jackson finished with a perfect passer rating while also helping the Baltimore Ravens clinch the top seed of the AFC with a 56-19 rout of the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
Jackson, 26, threw for 321 yards and five touchdowns, two of them being for receiver Isaiah Likely, on Sunday, as the Ravens won their sixth straight game, bringing home their first AFC North title since 2019, Jackson's first MVP season.
Now Baltimore (13-3) can rest its starting quarterback — and anyone else it chooses — in the regular-season finale against Pittsburgh.
Miami (11-5) is also postseason bound, but now the winner of next weekend's Dolphins-Bills game will take the AFC East. And now the Dolphins face a potentially significant injury. Linebacker Bradley Chubb — with his team down 30 points — had to be carted off with 3:05 remaining after hurting his knee.
Serenaded with periodic 'MVP!' chants from the home crowd, Jackson went 18 of 21 passing.
Lamar Jackson celebrates after defeating the Miami Dolphins and clinching the AFC's top spot
Jackson also had a perfect passer rating of 158.3 against Miami in 2019.
He joins Tom Brady (against Detroit) as the only quarterbacks with two perfect ratings against the same team, with a minimum of 20 attempts.
'He played a perfect football game in terms of the passing game,' Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said.
What's more is, that Jackson's performances have the Ravens rolling through a grueling December stretch that included games against the Rams, Jaguars, 49ers and Dolphins.
Jackson threw for 321 yards and five touchdowns in a 56-19 drubbing of the Dolphins, Sunday
'I don't know if I've seen a more impressive performance in a game. I'm not sure I've seen a more impressive performance in a season to date,' added Harbaugh, whose team will have a first-round bye before hosting its postseason opener.
'Obviously we have a lot more to do. We've got a lot of work to do in front of us, but this is a mature football team.'
To the Dolphins defense, they were two offensive stars in receiver Jaylen Waddle (ankle) and running back Raheem Mostert (knee, ankle).
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The Pittsburgh Steelers walked out of Seattle with a win and, largely, a clean bill of health. Speaking with reporters in his postgame presser, Mike Tomlin mentioned just two names in his injury roundup, OLB T.J. Watt and CB Joey Porter Jr.
Tomlin indicated both players seemed fine and didn’t express concern for Week 18’s regular-season finale against the Baltimore Ravens.
“T.J. got injured in-game, but I think he’s gonna be okay,” Tomlin said via Steelers.com after the 30-23 win. “The rest are bumps and bruises associated with play. I think Joey Porter went down, but he went back in.”
Porter was dinged in the first half, on a knee and left the game for a handful of snaps. But he returned and finished the game, though Seattle Seahawks QB Geno Smith threw a touchdown pass attacking Porter’s replacement, CB James Pierre, late in the half.
Watt was injured attempting to sack Smith bending the corner late in the game. He walked off the field and missed a couple of snaps but returned and finished the contest. He finished the day with just two tackles and one QB hit, missing some chances to take Smith down. But he was also seemingly held several times, plays that weren’t flagged by the officiating crew.
Pittsburgh came into this game with three players declared out due to injury: safeties Minkah Fitzpatrick and Trenton Thompson and LB Elandon Roberts. QB Kenny Pickett was also inactive, though it’s unclear if it was due to his health, a lack of reps, or something else.
The Steelers will take on the Ravens next week. Currently, the game is set for Sunday at 1 PM/EST in Baltimore. After locking up the AFC’s top seed today, the Ravens are expected to rest their starters.
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James Cleverly has said the “unreasonable practice” of overseas students bringing their family to the UK will end as restrictions on visa routes come into force on Monday.
The Home Secretary said the ban, which affects all but those enrolling on postgraduate research courses and ones with Government-funded scholarships, will cut migration by tens of thousands.
The measures were announced in May by his ousted predecessor Suella Braverman shortly before official figures showed net migration running at 672,000.
The move could hit universities which rely on foreign student fees and could also harm the UK’s reputation as an international destination, experts have warned.
It means that as of Monday, international students starting courses in Britain are no longer allowed to obtain visas for their dependants, unless they are on a postgraduate research programme or a Government-sponsored course.
Mr Cleverly said: “This Government is delivering on its commitment to the British public to cut migration. We have set out a tough plan to rapidly bring numbers down, control our borders and prevent people from manipulating our immigration system, which will come into force throughout this year.
“Today, a major part of that plan comes into effect, ending the unreasonable practice of overseas students bringing their family members to the UK. This will see migration falling rapidly by the tens of thousands and contribute to our overall strategy to prevent 300,000 people from coming to the UK.”
Immigration minister Tom Pursglove said: “Our world-leading universities rightly attract some of the brightest students from around the world to the UK.
“But we have seen a surge in the number of dependants being brought by students, which is contributing to unsustainable levels of migration.”
Revised Office for National Statistic (ONS) figures released last month showed net migration ran at a record figure of 745,000 in the year to December 2022. It stood at a provisional 672,000 in the year to June 2023.
Earlier in December, Mr Cleverly set out a raft of new restrictions that he said would cut numbers by 300,000 a year, including hiking the salary threshold for Britons bringing foreign spouses to the UK to £38,700.
The move was criticised for threatening to tear families apart, with many having their future thrown into doubt as the Government considered the details of the policy.
Ministers later rowed back by quietly announcing the threshold would first be raised to £29,000 and then increased in “incremental stages” until spring 2025, which in turn angered MPs on the Tory right in favour of tighter migration controls.
The Home Office said the new package is a “tough but fair” approach, insisting the changes to student visas strike the right balance between “attracting the brightest and best” to Britain but “removing the ability for institutions to undermine the UK’s reputation by selling immigration not education.”
Experts have previously expressed concern about the measure.
Nick Hillman, director of the Higher Education Policy Institute (Hepi) think tank, said international students will go to competitor nations if they are discouraged from coming to the UK.
“As a country, we risk cutting off our nose to spite our face,” he warned.
“International students benefit the UK in all sorts of ways. For example, they are vital to maintaining our world-class university sector as their fees cross-subsidise the teaching of home students and also help to fund UK research.
“I don’t celebrate the new changes and I urge ministers to keep a close eye on competitor nations, who may now seek to recruit those people who would otherwise have come here and benefited the whole of our country.”
Labour has backed the restrictions but said they do not go far enough to tackle “deep failures” in skills and training across the UK labour market or boost the country’s sluggish economy.
“Labour supports these restrictions on dependants for overseas students on shorter courses. However, this is nothing more than a sticking plaster,” shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper said.
“The Tories’ complete failure to tackle skills and labour market problems is undermining growth as well as increasing migration.”
In the year ending September 2023, 152,980 visas were issued to dependants of students.
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German police arrested three people on Sunday over an alleged attack plot targeting the cathedral in Cologne on New Year's Eve, AFP reported.
The "alleged means of attack" is a car, said police in the western city, adding that security measures have been stepped up around the site.
The three suspects are believed to be linked to a suspect who was arrested on Christmas Eve, said Cologne police chief Johannes Hermann.
Last week, security authorities in Austria, Germany and Spain received warnings that an Islamist terrorist cell plans to carry out several attacks in Europe on New Year's Eve or Christmas in Cologne, Vienna and Madrid.
Following the warning, arrests were carried out in Cologne, Madrid and Vienna, where three suspects were arrested.
Germany has been on high alert in recent years, following a series of terrorist attacks. The worst such attack took place in December of 2016, when Tunisian terrorist Anis Amri killed 12 people and injured dozens more when he drove a truck into a Christmas market in Berlin.
Tensions have risen since October 7, when Hamas attacked Israel and brutally massacred at least 1,200 people.
The country has seen a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war. In one incident, a synagogue in the German capital of Berlin was firebombed by two assailants. The incident is being investigated as a hate crime.
In late October, police in the western German city of Essen arrested a man who plotted to attack a pro-Israel demonstration.
Last month, a 15-year-old boy was arrested in western Germany on suspicion of planning a possible attack on a Christmas market.
Recently, police in Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands arrested seven men they said were planning terror attacks against Jews and Jewish sites.
In Austria, a 16-year-old teenager was arrested earlier this month for allegedly planning to attack a synagogue in the capital of Vienna.
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Sony’s Neal Manowitz on AI in Content Creation: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Quest for Authenticity
Neal Manowitz, the president and chief operating officer of Sony Electronics North America, has been riding the wave of artificial intelligence (AI) in the realm of content creation with a dual perspective. In a recent interview with Business Insider, he delved into the dichotomy of AI: its power to amplify creativity and efficiency on one hand, and the lingering fear among creators of being relegated by the technology on the other.
AI: A Tool for Empowerment, Not Replacement
Manowitz emphasized authenticity in content creation, a concern that resonates deeply within the creative community. He envisions AI as an ally rather than a threat, a tool that augments human creativity instead of supplanting it. The rise of AI-generated content, while brimming with possibilities, also poses challenges. It necessitates a dialogue between AI developers and creatives to develop ethical guidelines for AI’s responsible use in the creative process.
Sony’s In-Camera Authenticity Technology
While expressing excitement about the potentialities that Sony’s products and technologies offer to creators, Manowitz also sounded a note of caution about the misuse of AI technology. He referred to the generation of manipulated imagery as a significant concern. To counteract this, Manowitz mentioned Sony’s ongoing work on in-camera authenticity technology to validate the origins of content.
A Year of Successes and Challenges
Reflecting on the year 2023, Manowitz acknowledged Sony’s achievement in drawing closer to creators and incorporating their feedback into product development. Yet, he also admitted to underestimating the enduring impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry. The global health crisis has notably reshaped the landscape of at-home entertainment products, an area where Sony will continue to adapt and innovate.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Seattle Seahawks to keep their playoff hopes alive heading into the final week of the 2023 season. With the win, they also secured another non-losing season for head coach Mike Tomlin. This extends his streak to 17 seasons. He already holds the most consecutive non-losing seasons to start a career as a head coach.
This also moves him one step closer to the overall record for a head coach having consecutive non-losing seasons. Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots was .500 or better in 19 consecutive seasons from 2001-2019 before ending the streak in 2020, his first season without QB Tom Brady. Tom Landry of the Dallas Cowboys has the record with 21-consecutive non-losing seasons from 1965-1985. Tomlin still has a way to go, but he sits among some impressive company at the top of the list and just passed George Halas, who had 16-straight non-losing seasons.
Tomlin’s span consists almost entirely of Ben Roethlisberger leading the team at the quarterback position, but he has managed to extend two seasons (and counting) beyond that. Roethlisberger retired following the 2021 season. The post-Roethlisberger era has gotten off to a rocky start, but Tomlin has managed to keep the team competitive. Another interesting fact to pair with this is that the Steelers haven’t played a meaningless game since 2012. They are consistently entering the final week of the season with at least one possible scenario to make the playoffs, and this season is no exception.
The streak extends prior to Tomlin’s tenure as well. Bill Cowher’s last three seasons as head coach were all .500 or better. The last time the Steelers had a losing record was all the way back in 2003. They parlayed that record into the selection of Roethlisberger in the 2004 NFL Draft. The team’s 20-season active streak is the second longest of all-time behind Landry’s Cowboys and his 21-season streak.
Tomlin’s win-loss record as a head coach is 172-100-2 (.632) and he has qualified for the playoffs in 10 of his 17 seasons. His playoff record is 8-9 (.471) and he has appeared in two Super Bowls with one win. Tomlin’s non-losing streak is impressive, no doubt, but critics point to the lack of playoff success as a blemish on his resume. Either way you slice it, Tomlin has one of the best records as a head coach in NFL history and is currently tied with Bill Parcells for the 13th-most wins in league history. He is well on his way to someday getting inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, like Bill Cowher and Chuck Noll before him.
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It's the official end of the 2023 calendar year and the end of a semester, so before we turn the page to a new year and look ahead to college basketball's second and most important semester -- replete with conference play, conference tournaments and March Madness -- it's time to first kick off our first official report card series of the season.
I'll be the teacher now and moving forward, and each week, I will hand out grades for a number of teams based on performances, with the evaluation period running Monday-Sunday.
The first grades of the season are chock-full of both good and bad for some of the sport's best and worst, highlighted by the highs of No. 1 Purdue and two undefeateds -- Houston and James Madison -- along with some struggling squads ranging from FAU (yikes!) to USC (yikes yikes!).
Let's hop to it. Class is officially in session.
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What better way to ring in the New Year than with a New Year’s Eve edition of Sunday Night Football? As she has for the past 11 years, Carrie Underwood once again served as the intro vocals for Sunday night’s game with her rendition of “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night.”
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Per usual, fans treasured the catchy theme song, taking to social media to shower Underwood with praise.
Sunday’s game features a showdown between NFC North rivals, the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings. Both teams own a 7-8 record as they look to keep their postseason hopes alive.
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Carrie Underwood on Her Process of Creating the Sunday Night Football Theme Song
Underwood’s rendition is a modified version of Joan Jett’s “I Hate Myself For Loving You.” Speaking with SiriusXM, Underwood explained her process of recording the Sunday Night Football theme song.
“I do the whole main version, but then we go through and pick up all the matchups for each week of regular season football and then we go into playoff football,” she noted.
“And I then sing every possible combination of teams that could possibly, maybe play each other, even if you know, even if in the back of your mind, you’re like, ‘I know they ain’t going to make it into the playoffs. I don’t know why we’re doing this.’ We do it anyway just because the one time you don’t they’re going to call you up and you’re going to have to go back in the studio, so just get it all done.”
As for the possibility of Underwood taking her partnership with the NFL to the big game one day and performing on Super Bowl Sunday, she had this to say.
“I don’t know. I mean, that’s a lot of pressure. It would have to be just the right circumstances, and I don’t know,” she said.
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Michigan home explosion heard for miles kills 4 and injures 2, police say
DETROIT (AP) — Four people died and two others were injured Saturday in a Michigan house explosion that could be heard miles away, police said.
The explosion happened before 4 p.m. in Northfield Township, about 45 miles (72.4 kilometers) west of Detroit. The structure was destroyed, leaving only the basement, Northfield Township Police Lt. David Powell told reporters Saturday.
The blast, which could be heard about 9 miles (14.4 kilometers) away, sent debris into the air that landed on both sides of a nearby highway. Neighboring homes were not damaged, Powell said.
Six people were in the home, with four fatalities discovered at the scene and the two surviving victims hospitalized in critical condition. Police did not immediately know if the victims were related, Powell said.
Authorities have not determined the cause of the explosion.
Northfield Township police did not immediately return a message from The Associated Press seeking additional information on Sunday.
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The salt miners operating on a concession leased to Electrochem Ghana Limited for its salt mining operation have vowed to resist any ejection by the company.
The resistance by the salt miners follows the Ada East District Assembly’s issuance of a final warning to communities around the Songor Lagoon, notifying them to vacate Electrochem’s concession to allow the company to start its operations on January 3, 2024.
The Assembly has, therefore, given the salt miners until today, December 31, 2023, to finally vacate the concession.
According to the Assembly, the Ada East portion of the Songor Lagoon concession was released by the Minerals Commission on October 29, 2020, for a restricted mining lease of salt for 15 years, and was subsequently ratified by Parliament.
“The District Assembly has received official notice from the company of its intention to start operations in the District on the 3rd of January 2024. To this end, you are hereby informed to vacate from the land with all your machines to allow the company to start its operations. You are on this note given up to 31st December 2023, to finally leave the concession.”
However, Electrochem is facing fierce resistance, as residents have vowed to defy the letter issued by the Assembly until the necessary compensation is paid to affected salt miners and residents.
In an interview with citinewsroom.com, the Public Relations Officer and Organiser of Ada Songor Lagoon Association (ASLA), Abraham Ahumah, said the community will gather at the concession tomorrow to prevent any possible eviction.
“The license they gave to the company has covered 41,000 acres of land; some of our villages are within the concession. If they go ahead with their operations, it will bring disaster. We have taken salt mining as our entrepreneurial job. We have decided to resist any move by them today; tomorrow we will be on the land; all the village people will be there.”
“We don’t have any place to carry our houses or shops, and so we will remain on the land; we will continue to do our salt business. We have no place to go; we are not packing our things anywhere. We are totally rejecting what the district assembly has done. They should pay fair and reasonable compensation to affected residents; that is what the rules stipulate,” he stated.
He called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Akuffo Dampare, to ensure total peace in the area to avert any fatalities.
“IGP, National Security should ensure they bring police to ensure peace and security to Ada; we have informed them that we will not allow any more killings,” he said.
Owners of Electrochem Ghana Limited and residents of Ada on Monday, November 6, engaged in an argument which resulted in a shooting incident in Sege in the Greater Accra Region, leaving one person dead and several others injured.
The company has announced its intention to establish a community salt mine for local miners in Ada East District before commencing its commercial salt mining operations.
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Apple Unveils ‘Stolen Device Protection’ for Enhanced iPhone Security
Apple has unveiled a novel security feature named ‘Stolen Device Protection’ for iPhones, aimed at fortifying device safety when a user’s passcode is compromised. This innovative addition injects a secondary line of defense, making it challenging for unauthorized individuals to exploit the passcode, particularly when the iPhone is not in its regular home or office vicinity.
Introducing Stolen Device Protection
When Stolen Device Protection is engaged, the iPhone mandates both the passcode and Apple’s renowned FaceID facial recognition for executing sensitive tasks such as accessing stored passwords or wiping the device. This mechanism stymies thieves from altering or accessing particular settings with just the passcode. Moreover, adversaries will not be able to modify the user’s Apple ID password or deactivate FaceID without enduring a compulsory one-hour delay and subsequently passing another FaceID verification.
Counteracting Scams
This new security safeguard is Apple’s response to scams highlighted by The Wall Street Journal. In these instances, perpetrators would decipher a user’s passcode through social engineering or observation, pilfer the phone, and then utilize the passcode to switch off theft protection capabilities. In the past, Apple’s privacy and stolen device protections were tied to the passcode, granting complete control to anyone possessing both the device and the passcode.
Availability and User Protection
Stolen Device Protection, incorporated into the latest iOS developer beta (iOS 17.3), will be an optional feature available to all iPhone users with the upcoming public launch of the software. Apple continues to underline its ongoing commitment to crafting robust safeguards for users and their data in the face of ever-evolving threats to device security.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers gained 202 yards on the ground and were able to beat the Seattle Seahawks, 30-23, Sunday at Lumen Field to move to 9-7 and keep their playoff hopes alive.
Seattle won the coin toss and deferred, so they would start on defense. The opening kickoff was a touchback, so QB Mason Rudolph and the Steelers offense would start at their own 25. On 3rd and 5, Rudolph hit WR Diontae Johnson for a 13-yard gain to their own 43, and the Steelers moved into Seattle territory on the next play following an 11-yard gain by RB Jaylen Warren. The drive stalled at the Seattle 41, though, as the Steelers went for it on 4th and 5 and turned it over on downs after Rudolph was incomplete to WR George Pickens.
Pittsburgh was able to force a three-and-out, with the Seahawks failing to capitalize on the good field position. A Johnson reception on first down was initially ruled a fumble and a turnover but he was then ruled out of bounds when he fumbled, so it turned into a 16-yard gain for the Steelers. On 3rd and 1 from the Pittsburgh 45 a few plays later, Rudolph converted on a QB sneak, but the next 3rd and 1 Rudolph failed to pick up the first down, and the Steelers once again went for it on fourth down.
On 4th and 1, Rudolph did convert the QB sneak, and on first down, RB Najee Harris ran for a gain of eight to the Seattle 44, and then he picked up a first down on a five-yard carry on 2nd and short. A 10-yard completion to WR George Pickens later in the drive picked up a first down and put the Steelers in the red zone. Two plays later, Warren found the end zone with an 18-yard touchdown run. Following K Chris Boswell’s extra point, the Steelers took a 7-0 lead with 1:47 left in the first quarter.
Seattle got its initial first down of the game on a seven-yard completion to TE Noah Fant on 3rd and 3 on the next drive, and on the first play of the second quarter, QB Geno Smith avoided a sack and hit WR DK Metcalf deep for a 33-yard gain to the Pittsburgh 24. That was followed by an 11-yard by RB Kenneth Walker III, and Walker finished the drive with a 13-yard touchdown run on the next play. K Jason Myers tied the game with the extra point, and with 13:50 left in the second quarter things were all square at 7-7.
Warren started Pittsburgh’s third drive of the game off on a good note with a 23-yard carry, and then Rudolph went deep to Pickens for a gain of 37, and Pickens fumbled out of bounds. Pittsburgh had the ball at the Seattle 15, but the Steelers would have to settle for three after Rudolph was sacked by DL Leonard Williams on third down. Boswell hit from 39 yards out, and the Steelers took a 10-7 lead with 10:27 left in the first half.
Seattle’s offense got right to work with an 11-yard completion to Walker on first down and then a 21-yard completion to Fant down to the Pittsburgh 43. Another first down run by Walker was followed by a 21-yard completion to Metcalf to the Pittsburgh 11, and the drive ended with a 12-yard touchdown pass by Smith to WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba. With 5:30 left in the first half, the Seahawks took a 14-10 lead following Myers’ extra point.
On 3rd and 4 from the Pittsburgh 31, Rudolph went to TE Pat Freiermuth, who was able to turn upfield for a 25-yard gain. On the next play, Harris ran for 23 yards down the Seattle 21, and the Steelers offense was officially in business. On 3rd and 4 later in the drive, the Steelers converted on a five-yard completion to Johnson, and two plays after that Harris ran for a nine-yard touchdown. After Boswell’s extra point, the Steelers led 17-14 with 1:36 left in the first half.
Seattle went three-and-out and punted back to the Steelers with 45 seconds left, but Pittsburgh couldn’t do anything with the ball and the game would go into the half with Pittsburgh leading 17-14.
Seattle got the ball to start the second half, and after a four-yard completion to WR Jake Bobo, and then Smith hit TE Colby Parkinson for a 20-yard gain. On 3rd and 4 from the Pittsburgh 24, Smith was incomplete to WR Tyler Lockett, and Seattle tied the game at 17-17 on a 43-yard field goal by Myers with 10:47 left in the third quarter.
After a false start before Pittsburgh’s first play of its drive, Rudolph went to Freiermuth for a 14-yard gain to make it 2nd and 1, and Harris would pick up a first down. Back-to-back runs were good enough for another first down, and then Rudolph took another deep shot and hit a wide-open Johnson off play-action. He was able to turn upfield and pick up some extra yards for a 42-yard gain to the Seattle 4. Harris then got pushed into the end zone by his teammates after getting stopped right at the line of scrimmage and the Steelers took a 24-17 lead after Boswell’s extra point with 6:57 left.
Seattle went three-and-out on their next drive, and the Steelers would have a golden opportunity to take a two-score lead, with Pittsburgh’s drive starting at their own 21. On second down, Warren had a 10-yard reception for a first down, but on 2nd and 9 two plays later, CB Devon Witherspoon made a big play, blowing up a run to Warren for a loss of five, and the Steelers would end up needing to punt after Rudolph’s third-down completion was short of the marker. P Pressley Harvin III’s punt traveled 46 yards to the Seattle 14, where it was fair caught.
On 2nd down, Smith hit Metcalf on a slant and it turned into a 32-yard gain, and Metcalf followed it up with a 25-yard gain on a scramble that moved Seattle to the Pittsburgh 29. Smith’s longest run of the season would end the third quarter. But the Seahawks went backward to start the fourth quarter and would face a 3rd and 12, and Smith’s pass to RB Zack Charbonnet was short of the sticks. Myers would hit a 42-yard field goal and Pittsburgh’s lead was cut to 24-20 with 13:30 left in the game.
Harris ran for 13 yards total on the first two plays of Pittsburgh’s drive, giving the Steelers a new set of downs. The Steelers faced a 3rd and 7 after OLB Boye Mafe deflected a Rudolph pass intended for Freiermuth, but on third down, Rudolph threw a beautifully placed ball to Pickens for a gain of 34 to the Seattle 22. That was followed by a seven-yard run by Warren, and the Steelers would go for it on 4th and inches from the Seattle 13 after a four-yard completion to Warren on 3rd and 5.
Rudolph would pick up the first down on a sneak. But the Steelers would still end up settling for a field goal after a 3rd and 12 pass to Warren gained just five yards. Boswell hit from 26 yards, and the Steelers took a 27-20 lead with 7:07 left in the game.
The Seahawks would begin their next drive at their own 25, but on the first play of the drive, Smith was strip-sacked by rookie OLB Nick Herbig, and Herbig fell on it for a Steelers recovery. The Steelers would take over at the Seattle 16. On 2nd and 9, Pickens gained 10 yards on a tap pass, and the Steelers had a 1st and goal from the Seattle five-yard line. Pittsburgh would end up settling for three though, and Boswell made it a two-score lead with a 21-yard field goal to put Pittsburgh up 30-20 with 4:31 left.
Seattle picked up 15 yards on a completion to Metcalf on the first play of its next drive with just over four minutes to go, and two plays later Smith would go to Charbonnet for a gain of 15 and another first down. On 2nd and 12 following a false start, Smith hit Lockett for 10 yards, and had an 18-yard gain to Colby Parkinson moved Seattle to the Pittsburgh 5. But Smith threw three straight incompletions, and Seattle would settle for three. Myers hit from 24 yards with 2:01 left, and the Seahawks would then attempt an onside kick.
The Steelers recovered the onside kick, and after the two-minute warning, Seattle would have two timeouts, but on first down, Rudolph threw to Pickens for a 24-yard gain to the Seattle 20. Pittsburgh would end up running the clock out to secure a 30-23 win.
The win moved the Steelers to 9-7 on the season.
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Exum is listed as questionable for Monday's game versus Utah due to a right heel contusion.
This is a new injury for Exum, but it appears that he'll be day-to-day. The Mavericks have also listed Luka Doncic (quadriceps), Kyrie Irving (heel) and Seth Curry (illness) as questionable. It's worth noting that coach Jason Kidd has previously said that he plans to keep Exum in the starting lineup when Irving is ready to return, so fantasy managers will want to stick with him.
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New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash started strong with a performance from Thomas Rhett. Then, two of country music’s biggest stars took the stage. Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins cranked the celebration up to 11 with a rocking rendition of their collaboration “Hillbilly Bone.” Watch a clip of the performance below.
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The pair took the stage at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park to get the New Year’s celebration rocking. The crowd was ready to party long before Shelton and Adkins took the stage. However, the duo was able to crank things up a notch and really set the tone for the night.
Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins’ “Hillbilly Bone”
“Hillbilly Bone” has a strong Nashville pedigree. Hitmakers Luke Laird and Craig Wiseman co-penned the song. Then, Shelton and Adkins recorded it. The song became the title track from Shelton’s 2010 Extended Play. Adkins also included it on his 2010 album Cowboy’s Back in Town.
“Hillbilly Bone” topped Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and reached No. 40 on the publication’s Hot 100 chart, giving Adkins and Shelton some crossover chart success. However, that was just the beginning for the up-tempo track. It also won Vocal Event of the Year at the 2010 ACM Awards. More importantly, it gave the “OIe Red” singer his first ACM Award.
The song is a tongue-in-cheek look at how everyone can enjoy “country” things even if they aren’t from the South. It might take a singing fiddle or a good-looking country girl to bring out one’s “Hillbilly Bone” but everyone has one, according to the song’s lyrics.
According to Songfacts, Shelton said he invited Adkins to duet with him on the song because it sounded like something the “You’re Gonna Miss This” singer would record. “It sounds like a Trace Adkins song. When I heard it, I thought, ‘Why didn’t Trace get his hands on it first,’” Shelton said. “I feel like he’s really a friend. And when this is all over, we’ll still be friends.”
During their performance tonight, fans could clearly see that the friendship is still there more than a decade later.
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US Navy helicopters fire at Yemen’s Houthi rebels and kill several in latest Red Sea shipping attack
BEIRUT (AP) — The U.S. military said Sunday that its forces opened fire on Houthi rebels after they attacked a cargo ship in the Red Sea, killing several of them in an escalation of the maritime conflict linked to the war in Gaza. “We’re going to act in a self-defense going forward,” a White House official said.
In a series of statements, the U.S. Central Command said the crew of the USS Gravely destroyer first shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles fired at the Singapore-flagged Maersk Hangzhou late Saturday, after the vessel reported getting hit by a missile earlier that evening as it sailed through the Southern Red Sea.
Four small boats then attacked the same cargo ship with small arms fire early Sunday and rebels tried to board the vessel, the U.S. Navy said.
Next, the USS Gravely and helicopters from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier responded to the Maersk Hangzhou’s distress call and issued verbal warnings to the attackers, who responded by firing on the helicopters.
“The U.S. Navy helicopters returned fire in self-defense,” sinking three of the four boats and killing the people on board while the fourth boat fled the area, the U.S. Central Command said. No harm to U.S. personnel or equipment, or casualties from the cargo ship, were reported.
The Houthis acknowledged that 10 of their fighters were killed in the confrontation and warned of consequences.
In Washington, a spokesman for the White House National Security Council sidestepped a question about the possibility of a preemptive strike against the Houthis to safeguard commercial shipping in the vital waterway.
“I won’t say what’s on or off the table right now,” John Kirby told ABC’s “Good Morning America,” adding, “We’re going to do what we have to do to protect shipping.” He said the United States has “significant national security interests in the region” and “we’re going to put the kind of forces we need in the region to protect those interests and we’re going to act in self-defense going forward.”
He said the U.S. has made it clear to the Houthis that “we take these threats seriously and we’re going to make the right decisions going forward.″
The events surrounding the Maersk Hangzhou represented the 23rd illegal attack by the Houthis on international shipping since Nov. 19, the Central Command said. It was the first time the U.S. Navy said its personnel had killed Houthi fighters since the Red Sea attacks started.
For over a month, Iran-backed Houthis have claimed attacks on ships in the Red Sea that they say are either linked to Israel or heading to Israeli ports. They say their attacks aim to end the Israeli air-and-ground offensive in the Gaza Strip that was triggered by the Palestinian militant group Hamas’ Oct.7 attack in southern Israel.
However, the links to the ships targeted in the rebel assaults have grown more tenuous as the attacks continue.
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee called on President Joe Biden “to look at what actions need to be taken in Yemen to be able to prevent the Houthis to continue to put commercial and military vessels at risk.”
Noting Iran’s support for Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis, Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, told ABC’s ``This Week” that the Biden administration should be more aggressive “in responding to escalation by Iran.’’
The Denmark-based shipping giant Maersk, owner of Maersk Hangzhou, said Sunday it would suspend shipping through the Red Sea again after the two attacks on its freighter.
“In light of the (most recent) incident — and to give time to investigate the details of the incident and assess the security situation further — it has been decided that all transits through the area will be postponed for the next 48 hours,” Maersk was quoted as saying by the Danish public broadcaster DR.
On Saturday, the top commander of U.S. naval forces in the Middle East said Houthi rebels have shown no signs of ending their “reckless” attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea even as more nations join the international maritime mission to protect vessels in the vital waterway and trade traffic begins to pick up.
Earlier this month, Washington announced the establishment of a new international coalition to protect vessels traveling through the waterway. The United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles and Spain are also part of the new maritime security mission.
Since the Pentagon announced Operation Prosperity Guardian to counter the attacks just over 10 days ago, 1,200 merchant ships have traveled through the Red Sea region, and none had been hit by drone or missile strikes, Vice Adm. Brad Cooper told The Associated Press in an interview on Saturday.
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The National Conference of Muslim Kings, Muslim Paramount Chiefs, and Imams (NACOKINGS) has expressed its unwavering support for the private member’s bill currently before Parliament, advocating for the extension of Muslim holidays.
The bill contrasts with the current practice of only observing one day each for the two Eids. Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament for Madina Constituency, has presented two draft bills to Parliament aiming to amend the Public Holidays Act 2001, Act 601.
The objective of these Private Member’s Bills is to add two Islamic Holidays to the number of public holidays in the country and ensure the effective use of public holidays for increased productivity.
NACOKINGS has praised Francis-Xavier Sosu for his bold initiative and conveyed this during a press conference in Tamale.
Sheikh Doctor Al Hussein Zakaria, Spokesperson National Conference of Muslim Kings (NACOKINGS) group, further tasked all members of Parliament, regardless of their religious inclinations, to support the passage of the bill.
“Our Kings and paramount chiefs commend the MP for taking that bold step to advocate for the extension of the Muslim holidays instead of the current practice of only one day each for the two Eids. Our Kings and paramount chiefs want to register their fullest unwavering support for the bill and are, therefore, calling on all MPs regardless of their religious inclinations to support the passage of the bill.”
As the country approaches the election year, NACOKINGS also seized the opportunity to task citizens to resort to dialogue and lawful means in resolving differences and misunderstandings.
“Ghana is, and shall remain, the most peaceful country in West Africa if not the entire African sub-continent, and we as citizens are admonished to embrace dialogue and lawful means in resolving our differences and misunderstandings whenever they arise. Let us eschew violence; let us accommodate each other, especially in the coming year as we inch closer to the campaign season.”
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https://citinewsroom.com/2023/12/nacokings-supports-private-members-bill-for-extension-of-muslim-holidays/
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The Resurgence of Buttons and Dials in Car UX Design: A Nod to User Preferences
As we advance into the digital age, the realm of User Experience (UX) design is under constant evolution, with smartphones, particularly the iPhone, setting a high bar. Yet, it’s a bar that many other tech products aspire to reach. A clear manifestation of this trend is witnessed in the automotive industry, where the influence of smartphone design principles is apparent in the creation of cabin ergonomics. However, this marriage of the automotive and smartphone worlds has not always produced the desired results, leading to a significant shift in 2023.
Return of the Buttons and Dials
In a remarkable twist, buttons and dials are making a triumphant return in car designs. This development is a response to the often subpar experiences that drivers have had with touch-based controls. It also acknowledges the preferences of a segment of users who nostalgically remember the pre-smartphone era and appreciate the tactile feedback and ease of use that physical controls offer.
Blending the Old with the New
The resurgence of buttons and dials shouldn’t be mistaken as a step backward. On the contrary, it’s a positive development that seamlessly blends modern technology with traditional controls, thereby enhancing the overall driving experience. It’s about striking a balance between the old and the new, and recognizing that innovation doesn’t necessarily mean discarding what works.
Case in Point: Ford GT
One of the notable examples of this shift is the Ford GT. Perception, a design firm, collaborated with Ford to design the User Interface (UI) for the Ford GT. Drawing inspiration from the car’s rich history and performance goals, they created a spartan tactical UI. A significant emphasis was placed on the tachometer, ensuring its legibility at high speeds. The design also extended the experience beyond the car with controls for active aero body panels and suspension. Additionally, the car featured touchscreen-friendly race gloves and multi-camera video capture systems. The display responded to acceleration, braking, and gear changes at race speeds, delivering a visceral driving experience.
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Winners and losers from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 30-23 win over Seattle Seahawks Sunday evening.
WINNERS
Najee Harris/Jaylen Warren – Talk about angry runs. You can bet Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt will be losing his mind over what Harris and Warren did today. The line blocked well but Harris and Warren got well beyond what was blocked. With stiff-arms and straight power, both kept their legs churning and bulled Seattle’s front seven. Warren also showed his vision and lateral quickness on an 18-yard scoring scamper. And their stiff-arms were lethal, both men putting Seahawks players into the ground because of it.
O-Line Run Blocking – Though Harris and Warren got well more than what was blocked, the line deserves plenty of credit, too. The linemen picked up where they left off in the second half of Week 16’s win over the Cincinnati Bengals, consistently winning at the point of attack and generating plenty of movement up front.
Rookie RT Broderick Jones had the block of the day, pancaking S Julian Love on this pull, while the whole line pushed Harris over the goal line on his second score of the day. Pittsburgh had racked up 145 yards rushing by halftime. They finished with 202 on the ground.
George Pickens – While he and WR Diontae Johnson need to show better ball security, Pickens did far more good than bad (and the fumble didn’t hurt him, ultimately). Pickens made his classic highlight-reel grabs, none better than this full-extension play in the fourth quarter, a tremendous third-down grab.
Chandon Sullivan – Another quietly nice day for Sullivan, aggressive downhill, a solid tackler, and able to separate player from football. He’s played good and sound football the last two weeks with an increased role at slot corner due to Patrick Peterson moving to safety. He and S Miles Killebrew have stepped up.
Nick Herbig – You talk about players who are just fun to watch. Herbig is near the top of the list, the Jaylen Warren of the offense. Herbig came up with a huge defensive play, strip-sacking QB Geno Smith in the fourth quarter in a 27-20 game. A great effort to slip the block of the left tackle, former top-10 pick Charles Cross, and the ability to finish. And he even recovered the ball.
He still doesn’t get to play a lot of snaps but makes every one of them count. His per-snap production is ridiculously good.
LOSERS
Joey Porter Jr. – A tough day for the rookie Porter, who at least avoided a serious injury and missed only a few plays in the first half, though QB Geno Smith picked on replacement James Pierre for a touchdown. Porter struggled to defend D.K. Metcalf on underneath slants, getting turned around, while he couldn’t plaster on a scramble drill and allowed a 32-yard reception in the first half. Metcalf also controlled him on RB Kenneth Walker III’s opening touchdown. A good season overall but a tough matchup today that didn’t go his way.
Run Defense/Tackling – While the Seahawks didn’t possess the ball a lot, deflating their numbers, they were efficient and effective running the football. Walker had green grass on his first touchdown run with the Steelers seemingly in the wrong gaps, leaving a hole for Walker. Missed tackles were a concern throughout the day as Walker juked and ran past Steelers defenders.
Even with its injuries, Pittsburgh shouldn’t have struggled quite this much.
Defending Tight Ends – A recurring and unsurprising issue, Mike Tomlin joked he wouldn’t hate it if Seattle targeted its tight ends. But the Seahawks obliged and had success as Noah Fant and Colby Parkinson made big plays. Not as egregiously bad as past weeks, and those guys didn’t find the end zone, but the Steelers still don’t have good answers with all their injuries limiting them.
FOX’s Broadcast – I don’t often include these types of things. But without a lot of other obvious losers, we’ll add the broadcast. Because it was sort of a mess. From graphical errors to color analyst Jonathan Vilma struggling in the booth, it wasn’t the cleanest production in the world.
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A long-awaited European Union's visa liberalization scheme allowing Kosovo nationals to travel to Europe's borderless zone without a visa came into force Monday.
The new regime, which came into force at midnight (2300 GMT Sunday), enables Kosovars to travel to the passport-free Schengen zone without a visa for periods of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Kosovo, with a population of 1.8 million, was the last of the six countries in the Western Balkans to get the waiver.
The reform is perceived in Pristina as another step toward full recognition and a boost for the ambition of the country that proclaimed independence in 2008 to join the EU.
According to the European Commission, the EU's executive arm, Kosovo by 2018 met all the needed criteria for the visa-free regime, including border and migration management.
But the approval has been held up by France and the Netherlands, that were concerned about the possibility of new migration waves as well as by five other EU members — Cyprus, Greece, Romania, Slovakia and Spain.
The five do not recognize Kosovo's independence from Serbia, neither does the latter.
Before the EU lifted the visa regime with Kosovo, its passport holders could travel without a visa only to 14 countries all over the world.
During the past few months, the government in Pristina has been conducting a public awareness campaign urging people not to misuse the freedom of travel by looking for jobs in the EU.
Later Monday, Prime Minister Albin Kurti, who leads the campaign himself, is to address the first Kosovo residents who will travel from the Pristina airport to the EU without a visa.
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Curry (illness) is questionable for Monday's game versus the Jazz.
Curry's illness prevented him from playing Saturday against the Warriors. Luka Doncic (quadriceps), Kyrie Irving (heel) and Dante Exum (heel) are all questionable as well. When the Mavericks get close to full strength, Curry will face an uphill battle for playing time.
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I was looking at the Antec NX416L and wondering if dust would look too obvious on top of it (if I chose the white model). It would be cool to find a micro-ATX model with a slot for an optical drive though. It looks pretty sweet for a case.
Although I usually avoid anything from that company, the white version of that case appears to actually be that, a "WHITE" case that is white all over (instead of 90% white + 10% black or other color - which is an auto-NO BUY for me) and seems reasonably nice looking overall.
As for the dust, unless the case will be in an area that has a significant amount, it shouldn't be any worse or better than any other case..especially if you put exhaust fans in the top...
But I'm not sure you will be able to find an m-ITX case with a OD slot, as they are becoming increasingly rare even on full ATX cases, let alone anything smaller
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Alabama vs. Michigan Rose Bowl Semifinal Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread - Monday, January 1
When the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines square off against the No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide at 5:00 PM on Monday, January 1, our computer model predicts the Wolverines will take home the win. Our model also projects the spead, point total, and final score, which you can check out below.
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- The moneyline for this contest implies a 48.8% chance of a victory for the Crimson Tide.
- The Crimson Tide have gone 8-4-0 ATS this season.
- Alabama is a perfect 1-0 against the spread when an underdog by 1.5 points or more this year.
- Out of the Crimson Tide's 12 games with a set total, eight have hit the over (66.7%).
- The average point total for Alabama this season is 5.9 points higher than this game's over/under.
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- The Wolverines have a 55.6% chance to win this game based on the moneyline's implied probability.
- The Wolverines' record against the spread is 7-5-0.
- In games this season when favored by 1.5 points or more, Michigan has gone 7-5 against the spread.
- The Wolverines have seen seven of its 12 games go over the point total.
- The over/under in this matchup is 45.5 points, 2.2 fewer than the average total in this season's Michigan contests.
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An environmental group known as The Environment Report is appealing to the Ada East District Assembly in the Greater Accra Region to immediately withdraw the eviction notice served to salt miners in the area.
The group described the eviction of the salt miners, who had lived in the area for centuries and had been engaging in salt production for their livelihoods, as “troubling.”
It called on the assembly to respect the human rights of the residents.
On December 14, the Ada East District Assembly issued an eviction notice to all salt farmers in the District to vacate the lands by December 31, 2023, to pave the way for Electrochem Ghana to start its operations on January 3, 2024.
The Environmental Report argued that the decision to evict the salt miners was against an ongoing parliamentary probe into the alleged recent killing of one person at Toflokpo and other related matters.
The group, in a statement signed by the Director of The Environment Report, Awudu Salami Sulemana Yoda, called on the local assembly to “immediately withdraw the eviction notice to allow Parliament to conclude its work.”
However, the Ada Songor Lagoon Association (ASLA) has vowed to resist any move by Electrochem to evict them from the area.
Click to read the statement by the Environment Report
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https://citinewsroom.com/2023/12/withdraw-eviction-notice-served-ada-salt-miners-environmental-group-to-assembly/
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New Year's Eve is one of the biggest party nights of the year. With dinners and parties all over the capital, chances are many of us will wake up rather fragile in 2024.
There are few feelings worse than a bad hangover. Nausea, headaches, body aches, 'hangxiety', and a general feeling of everything being crap are the main symptoms.
While there is no cure for hangovers other than not drinking, some products do help the symptoms. Here at MyLondon, we've rounded up our favourite ways to stave off the pain.
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New Year's hangover cures in short
- Vita Coco coconut water, £14.40 from Amazon (36p/100ml) or £4.30 from Tesco (36p/100ml)
Ibuprofen, 55p from Boots
Greasy food, Deliveroo or same-day Tesco delivery
Cup noodles, £19..99 from Amazon
Coconut water
When you drink lots of alcohol, you go to the bathroom more often. You also forget to drink water, and alcohol is dehydrating in itself. All that fluid loss creates an electrolyte imbalance, which contributes to the aforementioned 'feeling of crap'.
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Coconut water is not only hydrating, but also rich in electrolytes, which can help reduce the symptoms of a hangover. You can get 12 330ml bottles of Vita Coco coconut water from Amazon for £14.40, or four 330ml bottles from Tesco for £4.30.
Painkillers
According to the International Library of Medicine, ibuprofen is less damaging to the liver than paracetamol, which makes it the better offer for an already alcohol-soaked organ. Boots are currently selling a 16-pack of Ibuprofen for 55p. While it won't cure the hangover, it could help with the aches.
Greasy food
Lots of us crave a really greasy meal (think bacon butty) when waking up hungover. Deliveroo has plenty of greasy spoon options, and you can order same-day Tesco delivery of bacon, bread, ketchup, and HP sauce if you want to cook it yourself.
Soup
Some people wake up desperate for ramen when they're hungover, others can't keep anything down but soup. Either way, Amazon's 12-pack of cup noodles costs £19.99 and is bound to make you feel comforted in some way or another.
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Australians and New Zealanders are making final preparations on New Year’s Eve to become among the first nations to ring in 2024 as ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza cast a pall over celebrations and heightened tensions across parts of the world.
Rain in New Zealand’s largest city Auckland is expected to ease by midnight when downtown Sky Tower, the country’s tallest structure, erupts with fireworks as the centerpiece of a spectacular annual light show.
Two hours later in neighbouring Australia, the Sydney Harbour Bridge will become the focal point of a renowned midnight fireworks display and light show viewed annually by around 425 million people worldwide, according to city authorities.
More police than ever have been deployed throughout Sydney to ensure safety as more than one million people — equivalent to one in five of the city’s population — converge on the harbour waterfront for the best available views, state government authorities said in a statement.
Many revellers have been camping at the best vantage points since Sunday morning.
The waterfront has been the scene of heated pro-Palestinian protests after the sails of the Sydney Opera House were illuminated in the colors of the Israeli flag in response to the October 7 attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas that triggered the war.
In New York’s Times Square, officials and party organisers say they are prepared to welcome crowds of revellers and ensure their safety.
At a security briefing Friday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said there were “no specific threats” to the annual New Year’s Eve bash, which is expected to draw tens of thousands of people to the heart of midtown Manhattan.
The celebrity-filled event will include live performances from Flo Rida, Megan Thee Stallion and LL Cool J, as well as televised appearances from Cardi B and others. Organisers said in-person attendance is expected to return to pre-COVID levels, even as foot traffic around Times Square remains down slightly since the pandemic.
Amid near-daily protests in New York sparked by the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, police said they would expand the security perimeter around the party, creating a “buffer zone” that will allow them to head off potential demonstrations.
“We will be out here with our canines, on horseback, our helicopters, our boats,” Adams said. Officials will also monitor protests with drones, he said. “But as we saw last year, after having no specific threats, we get a threat.”
During last year’s New Year’s Eve party, a machete-wielding man attacked three police officers a few blocks from Times Square.
Security will also be heightened across France on Sunday, with 90,000 law enforcement officers set to be deployed, domestic intelligence chief Céline Berthon said Friday.
Of those, 6,000 will be in Paris, where French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said over 1.5 million people are expected to attend celebrations on the Champs-Elysees.
Speaking at a press conference, Darmanin cited a “very high terrorist threat” because, in part, of “what is happening in Israel and Palestine,” referring to the Israel-Hamas war.
Darmanin said that police for the first time will be able to use drones as part of security work and that tens of thousands of firefighters and 5,000 soldiers would also be deployed.
New Year’s Eve celebrations in the French capital will centre on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, including DJ sets, fireworks and video projections on the Arc de Triomphe, highlighting “changes in the city and faces of the Games,” according to the press service of the City of Paris. Other planned events include “the largest Mexican wave ever performed” and a “giant karaoke.” Local authorities have instituted a ban on the sale of alcohol on and around the Champs Elysees on New Year’s Eve, and the public will not be able to access the area with glass bottles and flasks.
The security challenge ahead of the Olympics was highlighted when a tourist was killed in a knife attack near the Eiffel Tower on December 2. Large-scale attacks — such as that at the Bataclan in 2015, when Islamic extremists invaded the music hall and shot up cafe terraces, killing 130 people — also loom in memory.
The knife attack raised concern in France and abroad about security for the Games that begin July 26, in just under seven months. But law enforcement officials appear eager to show off a security-ready Paris.
In Muslim-majority Pakistan, the government has banned all New Year’s Eve celebrations as an act of solidarity with the Palestinians.
In an overnight televised message, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar urged Pakistanis to “show solidarity with the oppressed people of Gaza” by beginning the new year with simplicity.
Kakar said Muslims across the world were saddened over Israel’s attacks on Gaza that resulted in the killings of thousands of innocent people.
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Curiosity Stream Announces Major Discount on Lifetime Subscription in End of Year Sale
Curiosity Stream, the distinguished streaming service renowned for its expansive library of documentaries, has announced a significant discount on its lifetime subscription. Originally valued at $399, the lifetime subscription is now available for just $179.97, marking a prodigious 55% price reduction as part of an End of end-of-year sale. The sale, which is due to wrap up on January 1, 2024, has been met with an enthusiastic response from documentary enthusiasts worldwide.
Unparalleled Access to High-Quality Documentaries
Founded by the visionary John Hendricks of Discovery Communications, Curiosity Stream boasts an impressive and regularly updated collection of documentary films and series. The topics these documentaries delve into are as vast as they are insightful, with categories ranging from history and nature to the mysteries of science. What sets Curiosity Stream apart is its commitment to high-definition content, ensuring an immersive viewing experience for its subscribers.
The service’s compatibility with TVs and mobile devices adds to its popularity, granting subscribers the freedom to stream content at their convenience. In addition to streaming, Curiosity Stream also offers the option to download content for offline viewing, a feature that cements its position as a truly flexible platform for documentary content.
Acclaimed By Critics and Users Alike
Curiosity Stream’s commitment to quality has not gone unnoticed. It has received a 4-star rating from PCMag, a leading authority on technology, and an impressive 4.7-star rating on the Apple Store. These ratings reflect the platform’s dedication to delivering top-tier documentary content, further solidifying its reputation in the streaming service industry.
This discounted lifetime subscription is part of a larger sale event organized by StackSocial. The event encompasses an array of tech deals, including discounts on refurbished Apple iPad Pros and guitar lesson bundles. It even extends to a sale on Dove Antiperspirant and Deodorant Spray for Men, demonstrating the variety and appeal of the sale event.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers just come at you in waves on both sides of the football.
They showed that to be the case again late in the fourth quarter Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks as rookie outside linebacker Nick Herbig raced around the edge and strip-sacked Seattle quarterback Geno Smith deep in Seattle territory, giving the Steelers possession while holding a 27-20 lead.
Herbig was able to get around left tackle Charles Cross, beating a chip from running back Kenneth Walker III, turning the corner and knocking the football out of Smith’s hand. He recovered the ball after the sack, forcing the first turnover of the game for either team.
Herbig’s sack was his third of the season and first since Week 12 against the Cincinnati Bengals. It is also his second forced fumble of the season. Previously, Herbig forced a fumble on Jacksonville running back Tank Bigsby in Week Eight at Acrisure Stadum.
The Steelers went on to add a field goal from Chris Boswell, giving Pittsburgh a 30-20 lead with less than five minutes to go in the game.
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John Pilger, an Australia-born journalist and documentary filmmaker known for his coverage of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, has died, his family said Sunday. He was 84.
A statement from his family, posted on X, formerly Twitter, said Pilger died Saturday in London.
“His journalism and documentaries were celebrated around the world, but to his family he was simply the most amazing and loved dad, grandad and partner," the statement said.
Pilger, who had been based in Britain since 1962, worked for Britain's left-leaning Daily Mirror newspaper, broadcaster ITV’s investigative program “World In Action” and for the Reuters news agency.
He won an International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences award for his 1979 film “Year Zero: The Silent Death Of Cambodia,” which revealed the extent of the Khmer Rouge’s atrocities. He followed that with a 1990 documentary titled “Cambodia: The Betrayal,” which examined international complicity in the Khmer Rouge remaining a threat.
He also won acclaim for a 1974 documentary looking into the campaign for compensation for children after concerns were raised about birth defects when expectant mothers took the drug Thalidomide.
Pilger was known for his opposition to American and British foreign policy, and he was also highly critical of Australia’s treatment of its Indigenous population.
In more recent years, he campaigned for the release of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who has fought a lengthy battle against extradition to the United States.
Kevin Lygo, managing director of media and entertainment at ITV, described Pilger as “a giant of campaigning journalism” who offered viewers a level of analysis and opinion that was rare in mainstream television.
"He had a clear, distinctive editorial voice which he used to great effect throughout his distinguished filmmaking career. His documentaries were engaging, challenging and always very watchable," Lygo said.
“He eschewed comfortable consensus and instead offered a radical, alternative approach on current affairs and a platform for dissenting voices over 50 years," he added.
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Ekeler rushed 13 times for 46 yards and caught his only target for four yards in Sunday's 16-9 loss to the Broncos.
Ekeler was featured on offense for a Chargers team that was without its quarterback and top three wideouts Sunday. The remaining star on offense finished with a team-high 14 touches, but he was stymied by a stout Broncos defense and held to 50 total yards and no scores. In positive news, Ekeler's efforts helped him reach 1,000 yards from scrimmage in 13 semi-healthy games this season.The Chargers will still be lacking several key pieces in Week 18, so expect Ekeler to coninue to be featured on offense in the team's regular-season finale against the Chiefs.
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KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi has won re-election with more than 70 per cent of the vote, the country’s election commission said Sunday as opposition candidates and their supporters questioned the validity of the results.
The preliminary results of the Dec. 20 election were announced in the capital, Kinshasa, amid demands from the opposition and some civil society groups for the vote to be rerun due to massive logistical problems that they said had undermined the balloting.
Tshisekedi’s overwhelming declared victory was likely to fuel those concerns. The second-place candidate was businessman Moise Katumbi, who received 18% of the vote, and Martin Fayulu, who received 5%, finished third. Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mukwege, a physician renowned for treating women brutalised by sexual violence in eastern Congo, got less than 1%.
Speaking from his headquarters in the capital after the results were announced, Tshisekedi thanked his supporters for giving him another five-year term.
“You believed in my commitment so that our country can find its place in the concert of nations,” he said. “You have embraced my vision of society. I will spare no effort for more jobs, more purchasing power, more access to basic services at all levels.”
About 18 million people voted in the election, which had a turnout of more than a 40%, according to the election commission. The results will be sent to the constitutional court for confirmation, election chief Denis Kadima said.
Candidates opposing the results have two days to submit their claims, and the constitutional court then has seven days to decide. The final results are expected on January 10, and the president is scheduled to be sworn in at the end of that month.
Congo has a history of disputed elections that can turn violent, and there’s little confidence among many Congolese in the country’s institutions. Before the results were announced Sunday, opposition candidates, including Katumbi, said they rejected the results and called on the population to mobilise.
The logistical problems included many polling stations being late in opening or not opening at all. Some lacked materials, and many voter cards had smudged ink that made them illegible.
Voting in the election had to be extended into a second day— something local observers and civil society organisations have called illegal — and parts of the country were still casting ballots five days after election day.
“If a foreign country considers these elections to be elections, there’s a problem,” Fayulu said at a news conference in the capital Sunday before the results were announced. “It’s a farce, don’t accept (the results).”
Violence was already flaring in parts of the country before the results were announced. In the eastern city of Goma, youth barricaded some main streets demanding a revote. Earlier this week, clashes erupted between some of Fayulu’s supporters and police officers who fired tear gas at protesters who threw rocks and barricaded themselves inside the opposition headquarters.
“These elections are an example of fraud and ballot-box stuffing, flouting any transparent and credible electoral process and, moreover, democracy,” said Bienvenu Matumo, a member of LUCHA, a local rights group.
Leading up to and during the vote, the election commission was accused of not being transparent enough. The East African Community said its election observer mission was not granted access to Congo, and the European Union cancelled its mission after authorities did not authorise the use of satellite equipment by EU monitors.
Congo analysts say the thousands of observers that were in the country were unable to say whether the irregularities had an impact on the overall integrity of the results, leaving it to the election commission.
Tshisekedi already has spent much of his time in office trying to gain legitimacy after a disputed 2018 election that some observers said Fayulu had actually won.
Overall, Tshisekedi’s track record has been spotty. He’s struggled to stem violence in the east, a goal he campaigned on.
Conflict in eastern Congo has raged for decades, with more than 120 armed groups fighting for power, resources and to protect their communities. But the violence has spiked during Tshisekedi’s term with the resurgence of the M23 rebels, who have displaced millions of people and seized swaths of land. The fighting prevented 1.5 million people from registering to vote.
Attempts to quell the violence with an East African Force comprised of troops from neighbouring countries have failed. The force is pulling out, along with a UN peacekeeping mission that has been in Congo for decades.
Still, Tshisekedi’s initiatives creating free healthcare for pregnant mothers and babies and providing free primary education has changed the lives of some people living in remote villages.
“My brothers can go to school now without my parents paying, which allows my father to put that money to buying food for the family,” John Nlaza, a resident of a small village in Kongo Central province told The Associated Press.
Congolese analysts said it’s important to view Tshisekedi’s win with caution, given the significant uncertainty of the presidential election’s validity.
“The opposition’s contesting of the results is not only a predictable reaction, but it also highlights the persistence of a deeper crisis of legitimacy at the top of the state,” Tresor Kibangula, a political analyst at the Congolese research institute Ebuteli, said. “This battle will depend on (the opposition’s) ability to mobilise the Congolese people for its cause, with a view to reversing the balance of power.”
By Sam Mednick and Jean-Yves Kamale, Associated Press
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Chameleon Android Banking Trojan: A New Threat to Mobile Security
Threatening the security of mobile devices globally, there lurks a sophisticated Android malware known as the Chameleon Android banking trojan. This malware exhibits a high level of intricacy, capable of bypassing biometric security measures including fingerprint and facial recognition, and skirting past the restricted setting feature recently introduced in Android 13.
Deceptive Disguise
The Chameleon trojan camouflages itself as legitimate apps, tricking users into granting it permissions. Once given access, it seizes sensitive data, including PINs and banking information. It operates by displaying a phony lock screen, prompting users to enter their PIN, which it captures to unlock the device and conduct unauthorized transactions. Chameleon harnesses a platform called Zombinder to attach itself to benign apps and can execute tasks based on the user’s schedule, potentially without the user’s awareness.
Protection Measures
Users can shield themselves from such malware by downloading apps solely from legitimate app stores, keeping their Android systems updated, and installing reliable antivirus software. If a device is infected, immediate actions such as changing passwords from another device, using identity theft protection services, contacting banks for card security, warning contacts about potential phishing, and restoring the device to factory settings are recommended.
Minimizing Risk
Users should avoid sideloading apps from untrusted sources to reduce the risk of malware infections. In the digital age, where our lives are increasingly intertwined with technology, it is crucial to stay vigilant against the evolving threats posed by malware like the Chameleon Android banking trojan.
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20 Swedish kronor to Sri Lankan rupees
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The NBA, like other professional sports leagues, sees its fair share of strange injuries annually. Whether we're talking about the collapse of Kendrick Perkins' bed or Lionel Simmons suffering tendinitis in his wrist from playing too much Nintendo Game Boy, basketball players are at risk of injury whether they're on the court or off of it. In the case of Aaron Gordon, it was his own pet that has kept him out of Denver's last two games.
On Christmas night, Gordon suffered injuries to his hand and face when his dog, a rottweiler, bit him. The injuries were initially given no timetable, but Gordon told The Denver Post's Bennett Durando that he feels ready to play on Monday when the Nuggets face the Charlotte Hornets. He explained that he has played with stitches in his hands before, and he doesn't care about the ones in his face. "We're not running a pageant here," he quipped. As for the incident itself? He told Durando that a bit of Christmas fun just got out of hand.
"I guess it's a little bit embarrassing, but not too embarrassing to where I can't talk about it," he said. "I don't drink a lot during the season. I probably had a little bit too much eggnog. I was kind of roughhousing with my dog, and I think my dog got a little excited and just basically chomped down. Gave me a bite. And I was basically wrestling him off of me, and then he bit my hand.
"For lack of better words, I was (messing) around with my dog, and when you (mess) around, you find out."
The Nuggets won their first game without Gordon, but lost their second. For the time being, it doesn't seem as though he'll miss a third. As for Gordon's dog? The Nuggets forward acknowledged he might need a bit more training. He lives with Gordon's father much of the time because of the hectic travel schedule that comes with playing in the NBA. For now, Gordon's family is caring for the dog. All things considered, things could have been much worse for all parties involved.
"He's a good boy. He's a good dog," Gordon said. "… Very attached. Very sweet. Very strong. Great dog."
Nuggets head coach Michael Malone called Gordon "one of the more underrated players in the league." Denver has been better on both ends with him on the court than off it this season, and its starting five -- Jamal Murray, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Michael Porter Jr., Gordon and Nikola Jokic -- has outscored opponents by 17.7 points per 100 possessions in 311 minutes.
Gordon is averaging 13.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 32 minutes this season. His 3-point percentage has fallen to a career-low 25%, though he's dunking at an impressive rate.
The reigning NBA champions currently sit in third place in the Western Conference with a 23-11 record. They're just 2.5 games from the West's top seed, currently occupied by the 24-7 Minnesota Timberwolves.
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As we bid farewell to 2023, we spotlight a group of exceptional business leaders and entrepreneurs who have not only achieved recognition on local and international stages but have also made significant developments in their respective industries.
In no particular order, please take a look at our Hot in 2023 list.
Lisa Lake, the dynamic CEO of the Lake Group of companies, recently marked a pivotal moment with the groundbreaking ceremony for Kingston Two, a $2.1 billion residential development boasting over 100 units.
With a diversified portfolio spanning quick service restaurants, logistics, construction, and property development, the Lake Group, under the chairmanship of Richard Lake, has become a 40-year-old powerhouse.
Under Lisa Lake’s leadership, the company swiftly filled the inaugural floor of its business and retail centre at the intersection of Waterloo and Hope Road, Kingston. This strategic move saw the introduction of two American food brands, Popeyes and Krispy Kreme, marking the latter’s entry into Jamaica. Subsequently, two additional Krispy Kreme locations were established in Manor Park and downtown Kingston, though not accompanied by the same level of grandeur as the initial Waterloo site.
Beris Grey, the investment banker with a keen eye for architectural innovation just raised an additional US$50 million in preference shares offer to close the calendar year.
Sygnus, the company he heads, saw its total assets grow 13 per cent to US$162 million over the year to September 2023. Though the preference shares will not increase capital, it will give the company funds to on-lend instead of using its cash, which is at US$2.6 million.
As the founder of Sygnus, Grey has not only distinguished himself as a key player in the financial sector but has also left an indelible mark on the urban landscape through his recent high-rise commercial development. In particular, One Belmont, the just-completed high-rise, brings modern design into the aged landscape surrounding Knutsford Boulevard and its surrounding areas. The real estate arm holds over J$15 billion in assets to date.
Sygnus also completed its built-to-suit industrial warehouse facility on Spanish Town Road. It made advancements in unlocking value from key strategic assets, including Mammee Bay in St Ann, 56 and Lakespen in St Catherine.
Grey’s formative years at FirstCaribbean and Scotia laid the groundwork for a career marked by strategic insights and an ability to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape.
Ian Dear currently serves as the CEO of Margaritaville Caribbean Group (MCG), a prominent hospitality company with over 53 point-of-sale locations across the Caribbean and two subsidiaries publicly listed on the Jamaica Stock Exchange. Those two entities, Express Catering and Margaritaville Turks, had a favourable year, marked by achievements and record-breaking revenues. This success story is particularly notable in the context of Express Catering’s remarkable expansion at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay.
During the pandemic, Express Catering embarked on an ambitious expansion project at Sangster International Airport, which added eight additional stores led by a Marley-branded restaurant and the international Sushi Bento. Express now operates over 31 restaurants in the departure lounge, up from 24.
C Kirabo Jackson, son of the first director of the Planning Institute of Jamaica Clement Jackson, assumed a role of great influence as part of US President Joe Biden’s Council of Economic Advisers in 2023. A distinguished academic, Jackson holds the Abraham Harris Professor of Education and Social Policy position at Northwestern University. His extensive work in economics, particularly in the realm of education, highlights a commitment to shaping policies with far-reaching impacts on both the US and international fronts.
Shanique Ellington’s bold leap into entrepreneurship during the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the creation of Le Champ Cosmetics, an organic makeup line catering to women of colour, those with sensitive skin, vegans, and environmental enthusiasts. She was recognised with prestigious awards, including the 2023 Consular Corps of Jamaica Next Generation Leadership Award by the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA).
She also clinched the prestigious Scotiabank’s Vision Achiever Award, emerging as the leading women-led business in the programme. Le Champ Cosmetics has witnessed remarkable year-on-year growth, boasting a staggering 250 per cent increase in revenue and an impressive 115 per cent surge in profits.
Le Champ Cosmetics also expanded into international markets signifying a commitment to global reach and sustainable beauty practices.
Led by CEO Neil Hudson, Scotch Boyz, the Jamaican-manufactured hot sauce brand, reached a noteworthy milestone in 2023 by securing placement on the shelves of the renowned US retail giant Target. Recognised as one of the triumphant recipients of the US$100,000 Next Black Millionaire Impact Programme, Scotch Boyz’s hot sauce products now grace 600 Target outlets and hold a place among People Magazine’s 50 Food Faves of 2023.
The inception of Scotch Boyz traces back to a Jamaican BBQ cookoff, where Hudson and his three childhood friends – Drew Gray, Matthew Wallace and Kemar Swaby – emerged victorious.
Richard Pandohie is the force behind Seprod Limited’s revenue and profit surge since the pandemic’s onset. The company is on track to quadruple the annual profit made in 2019 from $1.1 billion to over $5 billion.
Over the period, the company cut costs, launched new products, and acquired a distribution company Trinidad & Tobago AS Bryden. The enlarged group earned revenue of $82 billion over nine months to September or 56 per cent higher than the $51 billion a year ago. The company is worth $36 billion.
Last month, A.S. Bryden and Sons with Pandohie at the helm, made its existing shares available on the Jamaica Stock Exchange signalling significant strategic initiatives for the regional distributor.
Before joining Seprod, Pandohie honed his skills as the managing director at Carreras, another listed company. He left the company in 2013 and, months later, joined Seprod.
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Security Alert: Potential Data Theft Risk on Spanish.PeopleDaily.com.cn
In an unexpected turn of events, users attempting to visit the domain spanish.peopledaily.com.cn are encountering a security warning. It indicates a potential attempt to steal user information, raising serious concerns about the website’s security standards. The alert specifically notes that the website’s security certificate, rather than being issued to the intended domain, is issued to default.chinanetcenter.com, causing the discrepancy.
Understanding the Threat
This inconsistency could be indicative of a misconfiguration or possible malicious activity. In a worst-case scenario, an attacker could be intercepting the connection to pilfer sensitive data such as passwords, personal messages, or credit card information. The certificate in question was issued by DigiCert Basic RSA CN CA G2 and is set to expire on November 15, 2024, a year from the current date, December 31, 2023.
Delving into the Details
Further adding to the complexity, the error message includes the PEM encoded chain for the certificate, consisting of three certificates. These include the problematic one, the intermediate certificate, and the root certificate. Furthermore, Certificate Transparency logs from Google ‘Argon2024’, Cloudflare ‘Nimbus2024’, and Let’s Encrypt ‘Oak2024H2’ are verified and embedded within the certificate, highlighting the gravity of the issue.
Proceed with Caution
Users are strongly advised that proceeding to the website could be unsafe due to the detected security risk. In the face of such threats, it is crucial to prioritize personal data security and exercise vigilance when encountering such warnings. It remains to be seen how the issue will be addressed and when safe access to the site will be restored.
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2000 Swedish kronor to Sri Lankan rupees
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Halftime Report
The Celtics are on the road but looking no worse for wear. They have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Spurs 65-53.
The Celtics entered the game having won five straight and they're just two quarters away from another. Will they make it six, or will the Spurs step up and spoil it? We'll know soon.
Who's Playing
Boston Celtics @ San Antonio Spurs
Current Records: Boston 25-6, San Antonio 5-26
How To Watch
- When: Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 7 p.m. ET
- Where: Frost Bank Center -- San Antonio, Texas
- TV: Bally Sports - Southwest
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Ticket Cost: $50.00
What to Know
The Celtics will be playing the full four quarters on Sunday, but they're expected to have things wrapped up well before that. The Boston Celtics and the San Antonio Spurs will face off at 7:00 p.m. ET on December 31st at Frost Bank Center without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. The Celtics will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak.
Last Friday, it was close, but Boston sidestepped Toronto for a 120-118 victory.
The Celtics' win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jaylen Brown, who shot 5-for-6 from long range and dropped a double-double on 31 points and ten rebounds. That's the first time this season that Brown pulled down ten or more rebounds. Luke Kornet was another key contributor, scoring 20 points along with eight rebounds and three blocks.
Meanwhile, the Spurs traveled a rocky road last season, and unfortunately for them the road hasn't gotten any smoother. They fell to Portland 134-128. The Spurs found out winning isn't easy when your three-point shooting is a whole 16.9% worse than the opposition.
Despite the defeat, the Spurs had strong showings from Keldon Johnson, who scored 29 points along with seven assists and seven rebounds, and Devin Vassell, who scored 22 points along with five assists and four steals. Vassell is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed three or more in the last three games he's played.
Boston pushed their record up to 25-6 with that victory, which was their 16th straight at home. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive dominance across that stretch, as they averaged 122.9 points per game. As for San Antonio, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-26.
This contest is shaping up to be a blowout: The Celtics just can't miss this season, having made 48.1% of their shots per game. It's a different story for the Spurs, though, as they've only made 45.6% of their shots per game this season. Given the Celtics' sizeable advantage in that area, the Spurs will need to find a way to close that gap.
Everything came up roses for the Celtics against the Spurs when the teams last played back in March as the team secured a 137-93 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Celtics since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
Odds
Boston is a big 13.5-point favorite against San Antonio, according to the latest NBA odds.
The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Celtics as a 13-point favorite.
The over/under is set at 240 points.
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Series History
San Antonio has won 6 out of their last 10 games against Boston.
- Mar 26, 2023 - Boston 137 vs. San Antonio 93
- Jan 07, 2023 - Boston 121 vs. San Antonio 116
- Jan 05, 2022 - San Antonio 99 vs. Boston 97
- Nov 26, 2021 - San Antonio 96 vs. Boston 88
- Apr 30, 2021 - Boston 143 vs. San Antonio 140
- Jan 27, 2021 - San Antonio 110 vs. Boston 106
- Jan 08, 2020 - San Antonio 129 vs. Boston 114
- Nov 09, 2019 - Boston 135 vs. San Antonio 115
- Mar 24, 2019 - San Antonio 115 vs. Boston 96
- Dec 31, 2018 - San Antonio 120 vs. Boston 111
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Jamaica is on course to fulfil its 2030 objective of providing sanitation and potable water to all of its citizens.
The bold declaration was made by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for water, climate change and the environment, Senator Matthew Samuda. He was speaking on a tour of the districts of Lime Bottom, Shaw Park Road, Marl Road the nearby environs in the North East St Ann constituency on December 22.
Samuda is also the Jamaica Labour Party’s (JLP’s) candidate for the constituency in the next general elections that are due by 2025.
The minister said the Government spent some $4 billion on water projects in the last fiscal year to benefit 200,000 people, stating that “this year we are midway a $4 billion investment”.
Continuing, he said: “We would have had some delay because of slowness in the importation of pipes.
“That was made even more difficult, as there were some international disruptions coming out of China and some of the factories out of France,” he said.
With the pipes now in country, Samuda said the Government will be “playing a bit of catching up to ensure that we meet our end of fiscal year targets.
“So, expect to see that $4 billion being deployed in those products, which would see another 150,000 people benefiting,” the minister said.
Turning to water projects in St Ann, Samuda said residents of Lime Bottom, Shaw Park Heights, Marl Road and nearby communities will benefit from a new and formal National Water Commission (NWC) water system.
“The Government has invested roughly $24 million in this water distribution line to serve over 800 people who have never had access to any formal water system.
“We are pleased to see the joy on the faces of each resident we greet because of this project,” he added.
The project is part of the NWC’s thrust to extend its network and bring more reliable water supplies to several areas that historically had no formal water supply, according to Samuda.
He said prior to the implementation of the project, residents on several roads opted to install informal connections at numerous points of the NWC mains. These individual lines, the minister said, extended several hundred feet to various houses.
With the installation of new mains, the NWC can supply customers via a designated pipeline while minimising leaks and the potential for wastage.
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The ‘Chameleon Android Banking Trojan’: A New Threat to Android Users
A sophisticated Android malware, known as the Chameleon Android banking trojan, has emerged, causing significant concerns in the cybersecurity community. The trojan’s unique ability to bypass biometric security measures such as fingerprints and facial recognition, and subsequently steal users’ PINs and personal data, has marked it as a serious threat to Android users.
The Intricacies of the Chameleon Trojan
The Chameleon Android banking trojan operates by mimicking legitimate apps, tricking users into granting it permissions, and disabling biometric security measures. Once the malware gains entry, it captures the user’s PIN, unlocks the device, and gains access to banking apps and sensitive data. In some instances, it can even execute unauthorized transactions or purchases without the user’s knowledge.
Evolution of the Threat Landscape
This development is especially alarming given the widespread trust and dependence on biometric security by the public. Biometric security, appreciated for its convenience and perceived safety over traditional PIN codes, is now being undermined by this new malware, reflecting the evolving threat landscape.
Recommended Protective Measures
To protect against the Chameleon Android banking trojan, experts recommend downloading apps only from trusted sources, keeping the device’s Android version up to date, and installing reputable antivirus software. If a device becomes compromised, it is important to change passwords for all important accounts using a separate device, monitor online accounts and transactions for suspicious activity, and contact banks and credit card companies promptly to take appropriate action.
The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing cat-and-mouse game between cybersecurity professionals and hackers, highlighting the importance of remaining vigilant about app sources and the permissions granted to applications on mobile devices.
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Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has made a recent habit of excusing himself from post-game interviews, seemingly out of frustration over the team's struggles. Sunday was no exception, with Brown telling reporters "there's nothing to say" after Philadelphia surrendered a two-score lead to the Cardinals, falling 35-31 to Arizona for their fourth loss in five weeks.
"I'm not about to talk," Brown said when approached after Sunday's defeat. "There's nothing to say."
Asked if he plans to address reporters later this week, Brown shrugged and gave no definitive answer, while noting that his refrain from comment has nothing to do with the local media. His silence has become a routine in recent weeks, reportedly stemming primarily from dissatisfaction with the Eagles' offensive production. But it's especially notable considering the way Philadelphia ended Week 17's loss, with curiously conservative play-calling on a final field-goal drive, just before Arizona's go-ahead touchdown series.
Head coach Nick Sirianni and offensive coordinator Brian Johnson dialed up back-to-back quarterback runs in Arizona territory, tied at 28 with four minutes to go, before settling for a screen pass on third-and-20 set up a go-ahead field goal. Fans were irate with the calls both on social media and in the Eagles' stadium, but Sirianni defended the process behind the decisions after the game.
"I don't think that's conservative there," Sirianni told reporters. "If they're blitzing a bunch of gaps right there, you're running a gap scheme that has a chance to hit big yards. We could've thrown it there, too. ... I think sometimes with the gap scheme, you gotta do some different things to cancel out gaps that they're bringing everything out. That's why we went that way. It didn't work. (And) the screen for third-and-20 ... we gotta get ourselves into range; the wind was blowing into our face a little bit."
Besides that drive, Brown, in particular, seemed underutilized against the Cardinals defense, finishing Sunday's game with just four catches for 53 yards. He's also not the first Eagles wideout to take aim at the offense, with fellow starter DeVonta Smith arguing after Philly's Christmas Day win over the Giants that the team still wasn't meeting its standards.
Plenty of other Eagles veterans skipped post-game media availability Sunday, per CBS Sports' Jeff Kerr, with Jordan Mailata, Brandon Graham, James Bradberry and Kevin Byard among the few to field questions for an extended time. It's just the latest sign that all is not well in Philadelphia, where the Eagles have already clinched a playoff berth but are now out of the NFC East lead and race for the No. 1 seed. The team will finish its 2023 regular season with a rematch against the Giants in Week 18.
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A former United States soldier who was charged after an illegal firearm was found in his vehicle during a traffic stop in Jamaica, was granted $500,000 bail just days before the start of the New Year.
Tamil Chin, a Jamaican-born native, appeared in the St Catherine Parish Court last week on charges of possession of a prohibited weapon and unauthorised possession of ammunition.
As part of his bail conditions, Chin was ordered to surrender his travel documents and report to the police twice weekly.
Reports are that on Friday, December 8, law enforcers from the St Catherine South Police Division were conducting operations in a section of the parish, during which they stopped a vehicle that was being driven by Chin.
During a search of the vehicle and its contents, including a black bag, a 9mm pistol with a magazine containing 11 sounds of ammunition was found and seized.
Chin was subsequently arrested and charged.
During the bail application in court, Chin’s attorney said his client had no knowledge of the weapon having been in his possession prior to the incident.
The lawyer said his client was recently honourably discharged from the US army, this after completing two tours of Afghanistan.
Chin, according to his attorney, also suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder.
After being presented with proof that Chin was Jamaican by birth through the provision of his birth certificate and an expired Jamaican passport, Senior Parish Judge Desiree Alleyne granted bail to the accused.
The case has been transferred to the Gun Court Division of the Home Circuit Court in downtown Kingston for mention on January 26, 2024.
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Himiway Unveils New Electric Bike Lineup at CES 2024
Himiway, the rising star in the e-mobility space, is primed to dazzle the audience at CES 2024 with an impressive lineup of electric bikes. The highlight of the show is set to be the unveiling of the C5, a new addition to their Family series. Designed with the ethos of ‘mobility for all’, the Family series caters to a diverse demographic, featuring the C3, an electric cargo bike, and the C1, tailored for children aged 4-12.
Himiway’s Expanded Offering
In a bid to redefine the electric mobility landscape, Himiway is also introducing the D5 Pro, alternatively known as the Zebra Pro in some markets. This premium model, with its upgraded torque sensor, is set to challenge the status quo in the e-bike industry. Equally anticipated is the D7 Pro 2024, christened the Cobra Pro, an off-road enthusiast’s dream with an upgraded full suspension system. These D-series bikes form the All Terrain series, which contrasts the Discovery series, home to the A7 Pro, a unique mountain/urban bike hybrid with a suspension and mid-drive motor.
The Flagships: X5 Pro and Ultra
Hinting at the brand’s future trajectory, the potential flagships for 2024, the X5 Pro and Ultra, are set to be game-changers. Notably, these bikes, part of the Ultra series, will feature carbon-fiber frames, combining lightweight durability with high performance. The unveiling of these new models is a testament to Himiway’s relentless pursuit of innovation and commitment to delivering superior quality bikes to its consumers.
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With one week to go in the NFL regular season, the playoff races are as wild and confusing as ever. The AFC and NFC each entered Week 17 with 12 teams still mathematically alive. Entering Week 18, the AFC has nine teams still in the hunt for a postseason berth. An AFC East title showdown between the Bills and Dolphins highlights the action. In the NFC, there are seven teams fighting for the final two spots.
Below, the tiebreakers for each team will be explained. Here's a breakdown of the current standings and what each contender is facing.
AFC playoff picture
z-clinched home-field advantage
x-clinched playoff berth
y-clinched division
e-eliminated
Baltimore Ravens
What to know: The Ravens clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC with their win over the Dolphins in Week 17. They have the first-round bye.
Remaining schedule: vs. Steelers
Miami Dolphins
What to know: Miami remains as the No. 2 seed in the AFC despite their loss to Baltimore. The Dolphins will play the Bills for the AFC East title next week.
Remaining schedule: vs. Bills
Kansas City Chiefs
What to know: The Chiefs wrapped up the AFC West title and are currently the No. 3 seed, eliminated from home-field advantage in the AFC.
Remaining schedule: at Chargers
Jacksonville Jaguars
What to know: The Jaguars are still the No. 4 seed in the AFC and are still first in the AFC South. The Jaguars own the head-to-head tiebreaker over the Texans and Colts for the division lead.
Remaining schedule: at Titans
Cleveland Browns
What to know: The Browns are the No. 5 seed in the AFC and can't advance any higher with the Ravens clinching the division.
Remaining schedule: at Bengals
Buffalo Bills
What to know: The Bills remain the No. 6 seed with their win over the Patriots. They will play the Dolphins for the AFC East title next week
Remaining schedule: at Dolphins
Indianapolis Colts
What to know: The Colts are currently the No. 7 seed in the AFC after their win over the Raiders, holding the head-to-head tiebreaker over the Texans (No. 8). Indianapolis and Houston will play next week to keep the season alive.
Remaining schedule: vs. Texans
Houston Texans
What to know: Houston is currently No. 8 and sits outside the playoffs after the win over Tennessee, dropping the head-to-head tiebreaker against Indianapolis for the No. 7 seed.
Remaining schedule: at Colts
Pittsburgh Steelers
What to know: The Steelers remained in the hunt with their victory over the Seahawks.
Remaining schedule: at Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals
What to know: The Bengals are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Browns
Denver Broncos
What to know: The Broncos are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: at Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders
What to know: The Raiders are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Broncos
New York Jets
What to know: The Jets are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: at Patriots
Los Angeles Chargers
What to know: The Chargers are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Chiefs
Tennessee Titans
What to know: The Titans are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Jaguars
New England Patriots
What to know: The Patriots are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Jets
NFC playoff picture
z-clinched home-field advantage
x-clinched playoff berth
y-clinched division
e-eliminated
San Francisco 49ers
What to know: The 49ers clinched home-field advantage in the NFC with their win and the Eagles' loss. They'll have the first-round bye.
Remaining schedule: vs. Rams
Dallas Cowboys
What to know: Dallas goes back to the No. 2 seed with its win over the Lions and the Eagles' loss to the Cardinals. They clinch the NFC East with a win next week.
Remaining schedule: at Commanders
Detroit Lions
What to know: The Lions have clinched the NFC North and are currently the No. 3 seed in the NFC.
Remaining schedule: vs. Vikings
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What to know: The Buccaneers continue to lead the NFC South even with their loss to the Saints. They hold the tiebreaker based on best win percentage in common games and can clinch the division with a win next week.
Remaining schedule: at Panthers
Philadelphia Eagles
What to know: The Eagles fall to the No. 5 seed in the NFC -- and out of the division lead -- with their loss to the Cardinals. Philadelphia needs a win and a Dallas loss in Week 18 to win the NFC East.
Remaining schedule: at Giants
Los Angeles Rams
What to know: The Rams clinched a playoff berth with their win over the Giants coupled with the Seahawks' loss to the Steelers. They are the No. 6 seed in the conference.
Remaining schedule: at 49ers
Seattle Seahawks
What to know: The Seahawks sit in the No. 7 spot but no longer control their own playoff destiny after losing to the Steelers.
Remaining schedule: at Cardinals
New Orleans Saints
What to know: The Saints move up to the No. 8 seed after their win over the Buccaneers, now tied for first in the NFC South. Tampa Bay has the better win percentage in common games, so the Buccaneers hold the tiebreaker.
Remaining schedule: vs. Falcons
Minnesota Vikings
What to know: The Vikings are No. 9 in the NFC heading into their Sunday night game, needing a win over the Packers to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Remaining schedule: vs. Packers, at Lions
Green Bay Packers
What to know: The Packers are No. 10 in the NFC heading into their Sunday night game, needing a win over the Vikings to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Remaining schedule: at Vikings, vs. Bears
Chicago Bears
What to know: The Bears move up to the No. 11 seed with their win over the Falcons, but will be eliminated unless the Vikings-Packers game ends in a tie.
Remaining schedule: at Packers
Atlanta Falcons
What to know: The Falcons fall to the No. 12 seed with their loss to the Bears, still a game out of the NFC South. Atlanta ends its regular season with New Orleans, still mathematically alive in the division race.
Remaining schedule: at Saints
New York Giants
What to know: The Giants are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Eagles
Washington Commanders
What to know: The Commanders are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Cowboys
Arizona Cardinals
What to know: The Cardinals are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Seahawks
Carolina Panthers
What to know: The Panthers are eliminated.
Remaining schedule: vs. Buccaneers
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Jamaican media executive Yvonne Wilks-O’Grady has been named on the British King’s 2024 New Year Honours List.
She is to receive an Officer of Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her contributions to media, publishing and charity.
The Orders of the British Empire is awarded in grades or ranks and are awarded for prominent national or regional roles in the UK, as well as persons making distinguished or notable contributions in their own specific areas of activity.
The grades in descending order are Commander (CBE), Officer (OBE) and Member (MBE). These are awarded without restrictions on number.
Wilks-O’Grady’s decades-long career has left a major impact on the UK and Jamaican media landscapes.
According to her LinkedIn profile, Wilks-O’Grady started her media career in the UK in 1984, working with several publications, including Honey Magazine, Reader’s Digest Association, and the Voice Media Group.
A statement from the Jamaican diaspora community, which lauded Wilks-O’Grady on her latest achievement, said after she returned home to Jamaica in 1998, she spearheaded the transformation of Radio Jamaica into the RJR Communications Group.
She was also instrumental in relaunching JBC/Super Supreme TV as Television Jamaica.
Wilks-O’Grady served as Director of Marketing at RJR Communications Group until March of 2005, when she took on the role of Deputy Managing Director at the UK’s Voice Media Group.
She is considered a pioneer in the media industry, having co-founded Root Magazine and contributed to publications like The Weekly Journal, Pride Magazine, Readers Digest, TV Guide, among others.
She currently serves as a consultant for corporate affairs at the RJR/Gleaner Group, her LinkedIn profile stated.
Beyond media, Wilks-O’Grady is said to have championed some charitable causes, most notably as a supporter of the Genesis Academy for children and young adults with disabilities.
The Jamaican diaspora community, in its statement, said it “stands united in celebrating Yvonne Wilks-O’Grady’s well-deserved recognition”.
It added that, “Her contributions have not only elevated the representation of Jamaican heritage in the media, but have also made a tangible and positive impact on society.”
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Kerala Government Launches K-SMART: A Leap Forward in E-Governance
In a significant stride towards enhancing digital governance, the Kerala government is set to launch K-SMART (Kerala’s Single Mobile Application for Residents’ Transaction), a robust e-governance initiative designed to streamline citizen access to a wide range of government services. This unified portal and mobile application, scheduled to commence operations from January 1, 2024, will replace multiple existing software systems, making it easier for the public to avail services such as obtaining certificates, paying property taxes, acquiring building permits, and applying for business licenses.
Unveiling K-SMART
Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, is poised to inaugurate this landmark project in Kochi. The rollout will initially encompass municipalities and municipal corporations, with subsequent expansion to gram panchayats. Developed by the Information Kerala Mission (IKM), K-SMART utilizes a suite of advanced technologies, integrating blockchain, AI, chatbots, machine learning, GIS, and IoT, to deliver a user-friendly and efficient platform for service delivery.
Revolutionizing Service Delivery
K-SMART promises to serve as a single point of interaction for Malayalis, providing a platform where they can track requests and complaints, make payments, and receive tamper-proof blockchain certificates. The inclusion of a ‘know your land’ feature, powered by GIS technology, will further expedite the building permit processes by offering crucial information on land restrictions. The project is set to kick-start with eight out of the total 35 modules being active from the start date, with the remainder to follow by April 1, 2024.
Building towards a Digital Future
This ambitious initiative marks a significant step towards transforming IKM into a world-class solutions provider. The development of K-SMART was achieved using project management tools within a 100 working days timeframe, underscoring the government’s commitment to fast-track digital transformation. The launch of K-SMART is a testament to Kerala’s dedication to harnessing technology for effective governance, setting a promising precedent for other states to emulate.
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Welcome to the Week 17 grades!
On the final day of 2023, the NFL gave us some fireworks with 14 games on the Sunday schedule, and most of those fireworks came from the Baltimore Ravens, who absolutely destroyed the Dolphins, 56-19, in the biggest game of the day.
With the win, the Ravens have now clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC. On the other hand, with the loss, the Dolphins are no longer a sure thing to win the AFC East. The 11-5 Dolphins will now be facing the 10-6 Bills in Week 18 with the winner taking the division crown.
In the NFC, the 49ers now have the No. 1 seed locked up after beating the Commanders, combined with losses by both the Lions (to the Cowboys) and Eagles (to the Cardinals).
Now that we have that out of the way, let's get to the grades, starting with the Ravens' huge win:
Baltimore 56-19 over Miami
Dolphins-Ravens grades by Garrett Podell (Love the grades? Hate the grades? Let him know on Twitter.)
Kansas City 25-17 over Cincinnati
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Pittsburgh 30-23 over Seattle
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Denver 16-9 over L.A. Chargers
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Buffalo 27-21 over New England
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Chicago 37-17 over Atlanta
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Indianapolis 23-20 over Las Vegas
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L.A. Rams 26-25 over N.Y. Giants
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New Orleans 23-13 over Tampa Bay
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San Francisco 27-10 over Washington
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Jacksonville 26-0 over Carolina
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Houston 26-3 over Tennessee
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Arizona 35-31 over Philadelphia
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Dallas 20-19 over Detroit (Saturday)
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Cleveland 37-20 over N.Y. Jets (Thursday)
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Divya Khosla Kumar, a vision of winter elegance, conquered the chilly winds with a fashion statement that’s both chic and cozy. The Bollywood diva recently stepped out in a knee-length peplum leather jacket that not only defied the winter blues but also exuded vintage vibes we can’t help but adore.
Decoding Divya Khosla Kumar’s look
The Cody jacket, designed with a peplum-like waistband, adds a touch of sophistication and timeless glamour to Divya’s ensemble. The cool knee-length design doesn’t just shield against the winter chill; it elevates the entire look to a level of casual yet refined fashion.
The marriage of leather details with the wool construction is a stroke of sartorial genius. While the leather adds a chic and contemporary edge to the outfit, the wool ensures that Divya remains warm without compromising on style—a perfect blend of fashion and function.
Take a quick glance:
Teaming this gorgeous coat with her beautiful wavy hairdo, Divya Khosla Kumar keeps it effortlessly stylish. The minimal makeup choice accentuates her natural beauty, allowing the outfit to take center stage. And what’s an airport look without the right accessories? Divya chose chocolate brown heels and a stunning Louis Vuitton handbag to complement her ensemble, adding the perfect finishing touches to her travel-ready style.
As we navigate through the winter season, Divya Khosla Kumar’s peplum leather jacket becomes a beacon of inspiration for those seeking warmth without sacrificing style. It’s a reminder that winter fashion can be as bold and glamorous as any other season, and with the right coat, you can conquer the cold while turning heads. Here’s to braving the winter winds in style, just like Divya Khosla Kumar.
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US Navy helicopters fire at Yemen’s Houthi rebels and kill several in latest Red Sea shipping attack
BEIRUT (AP) — The U.S. military said Sunday that its forces opened fire on Houthi rebels after they attacked a cargo ship in the Red Sea, killing several of them in an escalation of the maritime conflict linked to the war in Gaza. “We’re going to act in a self-defense going forward,” a White House official said.
In a series of statements, the U.S. Central Command said the crew of the USS Gravely destroyer first shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles fired at the Singapore-flagged Maersk Hangzhou late Saturday, after the vessel reported getting hit by a missile earlier that evening as it sailed through the Southern Red Sea.
Four small boats then attacked the same cargo ship with small arms fire early Sunday and rebels tried to board the vessel, the U.S. Navy said.
Next, the USS Gravely and helicopters from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier responded to the Maersk Hangzhou’s distress call and issued verbal warnings to the attackers, who responded by firing on the helicopters.
“The U.S. Navy helicopters returned fire in self-defense,” sinking three of the four boats and killing the people on board while the fourth boat fled the area, the U.S. Central Command said. No harm to U.S. personnel or equipment, or casualties from the cargo ship, were reported.
The Houthis acknowledged that 10 of their fighters were killed in the confrontation and warned of consequences.
In Washington, a spokesman for the White House National Security Council sidestepped a question about the possibility of a preemptive strike against the Houthis to safeguard commercial shipping in the vital waterway.
“I won’t say what’s on or off the table right now,” John Kirby told ABC’s “Good Morning America,” adding, “We’re going to do what we have to do to protect shipping.” He said the United States has “significant national security interests in the region” and “we’re going to put the kind of forces we need in the region to protect those interests and we’re going to act in self-defense going forward.”
He said the U.S. has made it clear to the Houthis that “we take these threats seriously and we’re going to make the right decisions going forward.″
The events surrounding the Maersk Hangzhou represented the 23rd illegal attack by the Houthis on international shipping since Nov. 19, the Central Command said. It was the first time the U.S. Navy said its personnel had killed Houthi fighters since the Red Sea attacks started.
For over a month, Iran-backed Houthis have claimed attacks on ships in the Red Sea that they say are either linked to Israel or heading to Israeli ports. They say their attacks aim to end the Israeli air-and-ground offensive in the Gaza Strip that was triggered by the Palestinian militant group Hamas’ Oct.7 attack in southern Israel.
However, the links to the ships targeted in the rebel assaults have grown more tenuous as the attacks continue.
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee called on President Joe Biden “to look at what actions need to be taken in Yemen to be able to prevent the Houthis to continue to put commercial and military vessels at risk.”
Noting Iran’s support for Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis, Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, told ABC’s ``This Week” that the Biden administration should be more aggressive “in responding to escalation by Iran.’’
The Denmark-based shipping giant Maersk, owner of Maersk Hangzhou, said Sunday it would suspend shipping through the Red Sea again after the two attacks on its freighter.
“In light of the (most recent) incident — and to give time to investigate the details of the incident and assess the security situation further — it has been decided that all transits through the area will be postponed for the next 48 hours,” Maersk was quoted as saying by the Danish public broadcaster DR.
On Saturday, the top commander of U.S. naval forces in the Middle East said Houthi rebels have shown no signs of ending their “reckless” attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea even as more nations join the international maritime mission to protect vessels in the vital waterway and trade traffic begins to pick up.
Earlier this month, Washington announced the establishment of a new international coalition to protect vessels traveling through the waterway. The United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles and Spain are also part of the new maritime security mission.
Since the Pentagon announced Operation Prosperity Guardian to counter the attacks just over 10 days ago, 1,200 merchant ships have traveled through the Red Sea region, and none had been hit by drone or missile strikes, Vice Adm. Brad Cooper told The Associated Press in an interview on Saturday.
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Associated Press writer Jari Tanner in Helsinki, Finland, contributed to this report.
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Bruce Bowen, CEO of National Commercial Bank (NCB) Jamaica Limited, has chosen the SickKids-Caribbean Initiative (SCI) as the recipient of a $500,000 donation through the bank’s Grant a Wish programme for 2023. This decision reflects his ongoing commitment to SCI, an organisation dedicated to enhancing paediatric cancer and blood disorder care in the Caribbean, which he co-chairs with his wife, Suzanne.
SCI’s mission is pivotal for the region, focusing on the advancement of medical research, diagnosis, and treatment for children with cancer and serious blood disorders. The initiative already plays a significant role in supporting health care in several Caribbean nations, including The Bahamas, Barbados, Jamaica, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago.
“We need to build regional capacity. At the beginning [10 years ago] across the English-speaking Caribbean, there were three trained paediatric oncologists, and none operated in Jamaica,” Bowen pointed out, during a recent presentation at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI). “Now, we have these two doctors working and one still in training for Jamaica; two in Trinidad; two in Barbados; one in the Bahamas with another in training, all working in paediatric cancer care.”
NCB Jamaica Limited CEO Bruce Bowen (centre) and his wife Suzanne (left) chat with paediatrician Dr Michelle-Ann Richards-Dawson before the handover of the cheque.
The presentation was attended by the only two practising paediatric haematology oncologists in Jamaica, Dr Sharon McLean-Salmon and Dr Michelle Reece-Mills. Both are beneficiaries of SCI’s training and funding efforts and have become integral to the care of young patients in the nation.
Highlighting the importance of local support and international collaboration, Dr McLean pointed out the disparities in healthcare resources. “Many times, the outcome for cancer treatment is related to where you are born. In the Caribbean, we are less resourced than North America, Europe, and Australia, but we live in low- and middle-income countries where 80 per cent of children affected by the diseases reside and have need.”
She added, “It takes the synchronisation of thought and purpose that came together in SCI to make an impact. Institutionally, we are doing much better, and the outcome of the treatment of children with these disorders has greatly improved. How children do [in treatment] is in part related to the resources, and the local thrust to get donors to assist is critical.”
While progress has been substantial, there is still a need to enhance specialities like surgical oncology, paediatric pathology, and pharmacology. SCI’s initiatives, such as tracking and case consultations, have been instrumental in improving the monitoring and care of young patients.
Looking forward, Reece-Mills highlighted the need for advancements such as genetic mapping, signifying the next steps in building regional capacity and better healthcare outcomes for the Caribbean’s youngest patients.
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Samsung's Galaxy S24 to Launch with a Pixel 8-Like AI Photo Editor
It will not be a big surprise if Samsung's Galaxy S24 ends up debuting with heavy focus on AI when it launches sometime this month. The Koreans themselves already hinted some Galaxy AI features would arrive with the upcoming Galaxy flagship trio. However, there could be another notable AI tool tagged with the Galaxy S24, which may give Google's Pixel 8 series a run for its money.
Now, leaker Mystery Lupin has shared on X what appears as the list of the AI-based features on the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Ultra. The excerpt highlights some of those already speculated in earlier leaks, but it also mentions of a new Generative Edit.
Accordingly, the feature is available to both the non-Ultra and Ultra models. It described to cater moving or removing objects in photos. Subsequently, it can also generate or fill the empty spaces created from moving selected objects into a new area outside the original photo.
For what's its worth, it mirrors Google's Magic Editor, which is a Pixel 8 Pro (review) exclusive feature and relies on generative AI capabilities. It was demoed by the search giant even missing areas of objects like benches and balloons can be generated. Presumably, Samsung's Generative Edit should be as capable as Magic Editor.
In the description, it is also stated that using Generative Edit on the Galaxy S24 requires users to log in with a Samsung account and have an active internet connection. This suggests that it will not be fully on-board AI process and needs the cloud for it to fully operate, which is similar to the Magic Editor on the Pixel 8 Pro.
The rest of the listed features do appear as on-device capabilities, including the Live Translate that is integrated on the Samsung phone app and Nightography Zoom for zoomed shots in low light, and High Resolution. There is also a non-imaging feature called Screen Display that provides stable frame rates and optimized brightness level when gaming or streaming.
The most recent reports indicate the Samsung is going to hold an event on January 17 in San Jose where the Galaxy S24 series should be announced and possibly alongside the Galaxy Fit 3 fitness tracker. Interestingly, the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ will be equipped with an Exynos 2400 SoC in some markets, so it does tell the Galaxy AI is not limited to the Snapdragon models.
Will these AI additions convince you to upgrade to the Galaxy S24? Share us your answers in the comments.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers made history during Sunday's 30-23 win over the Seattle Seahawks. With the win, the Steelers secured their 20th straight non-losing season, passing the 2001-19 Patriots for the second-longest streak in NFL history.
The Steelers now trail only the Dallas Cowboys for the most consecutive seasons without having a losing record. Dallas did not have a losing season from 1965-85. The franchise, coached throughout that entirely by Hall of Famer Tom Landry, won two Super Bowls and five NFC titles over that span. Coincidentally, the Cowboys lost two Super Bowls to the Steelers over that span.
Pittsburgh's current streak began in 2004, the season then-rookie Ben Roethlisberger helped lead the Steelers to a then-AFC record 15 regular season wins. The streak was started by Hall of Fame coach Bill Cowher and has been continued by Mike Tomlin, who this season extended his record of 17 consecutive non-losing seasons to begin a head coaching career.
Steelers records since 2004
This year's Steelers team appeared a shoo-in to secure the 20th straight non-losing season after a 7-4 start. But three straight losses (including two to 2-10 teams) cast a serious shadow of doubt on whether or not Pittsburgh would keep the streak alive.
As they often have over the past 20 years, the Steelers responded to adversity. They did so this season by dispatching the Bengals in Week 16 and the Seahawks in Seattle on Sunday. A key contributor the turnaround has been the inspiring play of Mason Rudolph, who threw for 290 yards and two touchdowns in Pittsburgh's 34-11 win over the Bengals. He threw for an efficient 250 yards (without committing a turnover) on Sunday while leading Pittsburgh to its first win in Seattle since 1983.
The Steelers are hoping to parlay their recent success into a playoff berth. To do that, Pittsburgh will need a win in Baltimore and a Bills loss in Miami next Sunday. The Ravens, who lost to the Steelers earlier this season, will likely be resting several starters for that game after clinching the AFC's top seed by virtue of Sunday's 65-19 shellacking of Miami.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico and Venezuela announced Saturday that they have restarted repatriation flights of Venezuelans migrants in Mexico, the latest move by countries in the region to take on a flood of people traveling north to the United States.
The move comes as authorities say at least 10,000 migrants a day have been arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border, many of them asylum seekers. It also comes as a migrant caravan of thousands of people from across the region — largely Venezuelans — has trekked through southern Mexico this week.
The repatriation flights are part of an agreement made between regional leaders during a summit in Mexico in October that aimed to seek solutions for migration levels that show few signs of slowing down.
Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Relations said the two countries began repatriations with a flight on Friday and a second on Saturday in an effort to “strengthen their cooperation on migration issues.” The statement also said the two countries plan to implement social and work programs for those repatriated to Venezuela.
“Mexico and Venezuela reiterate their commitment to address the structural causes that fuel irregular migration in the region, and to achieve a humanitarian management of such flows,” the statement read.
Mexico’s government said it previously carried out a similar repatriation flight last Jan. 20 with 110 people.
Venezuelan authorities said Saturday that 207 Venezuelans had landed in Caracas on one of the latest flights.
Gustavo Vizcaino, director of Venezuela’s migration agency, said the migrants came on a “voluntary return flight,” part of a 2018 program of President Nicolas Maduro’s government seeking to bring back Venezuelans who have fled the country’s economic and political crisis.
As migration has soared in recent years, the U.S. government has pressured Latin American nations to control the movement of migrants north, but many transit countries have struggled to deal with the quantities of people.
This week, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other Biden administration officials were in Mexico City to meet with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador about the high levels of migrants landing on the U.S.-Mexico border.
López Obrador said he also spoke about the issue in a phone call with Presient Joe Biden on Dec. 20.
“He asked — Joe Biden asked to speak with me — he was worried about the situation on the border because of the unprecedented number of migrants arriving at the border,” Mexico’s leader said. “He called me, saying we had to look for a solution together.”
López Obrador has said he is willing to help, but in exchange he wants the U.S. to send more development aid to migrants’ home countries and to reduce or eliminate sanctions against Cuba and Venezuela.
Mexico’s president and other critics of American foreign policy have cited the sanctions on Cuba and Venezuela as one of the root causes of high migration.
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Nokia Unveils Global Offers on G42 5G Smartphone
As we bid adieu to 2023, Nokia rings in the New Year with a host of enticing offers and discounts on its latest sensation, the Nokia G42 5G smartphone, across several major markets globally. These offers have been tailored to suit the specific needs of the customers in each region, enhancing their overall retail experience.
Offers Galore Across Geographies
In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), customers can avail a special package deal that includes free True Wireless Earbuds and a Backpack with every purchase of the Nokia G42 5G. The European markets are also not far behind. Countries like the UK, Germany, France, Netherlands, and Spain are offering free Comfort or Clarity Earbuds with the smartphone. It’s not just the accessories; the device itself is being offered at a discounted rate on Amazon India. The e-commerce giant is providing a lucrative 1000 INR discount on the device, selling it at an unbeatable price of 11999 INR.
Unveiling the Nokia G42 5G
Under the hood, the Nokia G42 5G is powered by a Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G platform and comes with 6GB RAM, which can be expanded virtually by an additional 5GB. It offers 128GB internal storage, providing ample space for all your apps, photos, and videos. The smartphone features a 6.5-inch HD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring a smooth and immersive viewing experience. The triple camera system, with a 50MP main sensor, allows you to capture high-resolution images in stunning detail. The camera also features a Flash Shot mode, Night mode 2.0, AI Portrait, and OZO 3D audio capture, for enhancing your photography skills.
Long-Lasting Battery and User-Friendly Features
The Nokia G42 5G houses a robust 5000mAh battery that can last up to three days on a single charge. Even after 800 charge cycles, it maintains 80% capacity, ensuring longevity and consistent performance. The smartphone supports USB-C charging with a 20W fast charger, promising to refill your battery in no time. Other noteworthy features include OTG, side fingerprint scanner, biometric face unlock, and OZO audio playback for a rich and immersive auditory experience. Nokia’s partnership with iFixit enhances the device’s repairability, providing guides and parts for users to perform their own repairs, reinforcing Nokia’s commitment to sustainability.
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Michigan vs. Alabama Rose Bowl Semifinal Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread - Monday, January 1
Based on our computer projection model, the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines will take down the No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide when the two teams come together at Rose Bowl on Monday, January 1, which starts at 5:00 PM. For our projections on the spead, point total, and final score, check out the rest of the article below.
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- The Wolverines have seven wins in 12 games against the spread this season.
- In games this season when favored by 1.5 points or more, Michigan are 7-5 against the spread.
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- The average total for Michigan games this season has been 47.7, 2.2 points higher than the total for this game.
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- Oddsmakers have implied with the moneyline set for this matchup that the Crimson Tide have a 48.8% chance to win.
- The Crimson Tide are 8-4-0 ATS this season.
- Alabama is 1-0 against the spread so far this season when playing as at least 1.5-point underdogs.
- Crimson Tide games have hit the over in eight out of 12 opportunities (66.7%).
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This week’s featured overall development as Newsmaker of the Week are the arrests of 13 suspected members of the St Catherine-based Clansman gang, adding to 18 others who have been detained following a nine-month-long probe.
The 31 individuals, none of whom have been named, are awaiting charges ranging from murder to shooting, as well as possible anti-gang charges.
The developments could likely lead to another high-profile gang trial of multiple accused, similar to that which was concluded earlier this year in relation to members of the One Don faction of the Clansman gang.
Head of the Crime and Security Portfolio, Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey, sought to clarify that the 31 overall suspected gang members do not include any of those who were released during the recently concluded trial of members of the One Don faction of the Clansman gang that was led by the now incarcerated gang boss, Andre ‘Blackman’ Bryan.
The months-long probe was directly focused on the section of the Clansman gang that is reportedly under the direction of the incarcerated Tesha Miller.
“They (the two factions of the Clansman gang) don’t cross paths… They are basically enemies,” Bailey told a police press conference on Thursday.
Fitz Bailey (file photo)
He claimed that the Clansman gang has been linked to at least 800 murders since 2014. No evidence of how the police arrived at the figure was provided at the media conference.
The 31 gangsters were nabbed in a series of coordinated operations which were spearheaded by the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Branch (C-TOC) and carried out with the support of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), as well as several other branches of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).
Speaking specifically to an operation that was carried out on Thursday morning in sections of St Catherine, Bailey said one of the gangsters who challenged the police was fatally shot.
He is Suman McFarlane, 29, a labourer of Ellerslie Pen in the parish.
The police said, too, that they seized three firearms and a quantity of ammunition in the operation.
Bailey also shared that a motorcar, cash, luxury items, and name-brand clothing valued at about $3 million, were all seized at a location in Old Harbour, St Catherine.
File photo from outside a jail cellblock.
At the end of the anti-gang operation focused on Miller’s reported faction of the Clansman gang on Thursday, 13 men were detained.
In 2019, Miller, otherwise called ‘Hombre’, of Dela Vega City in Spanish Town, was convicted of accessory before the fact to murder and accessory after the fact to murder, all in relation to the shooting death of former chairman of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Douglas Chambers.
Chambers was shot dead outside the JUTC bus depot and head office in Spanish Town on June 27, 2008.
Miller is serving 38 years and nine months for his role in the murder plot, but he is awaiting the outcome of an appeal of that conviction and sentence.
Interestingly, Bryan was charged with Chambers’ murder, but was subsequently dismissed of the charge.
The police had conducted similar operations leading up to the arrest of about 50 members of Bryan’s One Don faction of the Clansman gang.
That figure was whittled down to 33 members who eventually stood trial, but at the end of the trial in March of this year, only 15, including Bryan, were convicted.
Bryan is now serving 39 years and six months in prison for several gang-related crimes, including being the leader of a criminal organisation and seven counts of facilitating the commission of serious offences, including the double murder of a couple and the torching of their dwelling house with them inside the structure.
File photo of law enforcers on a break during a major police operation.
In relation to the announced arrests of the suspected gangsters who are believed to be linked to Miller, social media users commended the police for their efforts to arrest them.
However, some Jamaicans were less than optimistic about the possible conviction of those now arrested, given that over half of those who were on trial in the recently concluded One Don faction of the Clansman gang trial, were freed.
“Great that the police caught these (suspected) gunmen, but arrest and convictions are two different things, Mr (Fitz) Bailey. So, I will wait until after the trial to celebrate,” said a woman on Facebook.
“Good work police, but don’t let… handle the trial please. We need everyone (of those arrested) to go to jail once guilty this time,” shared another woman.
“So what of the One Order gang? No more in existence, Mr (deputy) commissioner?” asked a male Facebook user while referencing another criminal organisation that is known to operate out of Spanish Town, St Catherine.
Another user commented: “Heavy focus on Clansman by the police, but what about One Order gang and the Bed Bugs gang; both operate in Spanish Town the last time I checked.”
Shared a woman: “The JCF a mek a whole lot of significant strides in nabbing the gunmen dem, and we hope dem continue in 2024.”
A male Facebook user said: “Well all who never believe crime plan working, can now see it working. Good work police.”
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2023: The Year of Technological Disruption and Innovation
In the annals of technological progress, 2023 will be remembered as a year of remarkable innovation and disruption. The period was marked by significant strides in conversational AI, robotics, and transportation technologies, reshaping our understanding of what is possible in the realm of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Conversational AI: The Pioneers of a New Era
Three conversational AI systems, namely ChatGPT by OpenAI, Bing by Microsoft, and Bard by Google, emerged as the vanguards of this radical shift. ChatGPT, renowned for generating creative content, Bing, known for its personalized search results, and Bard, famed for assisting in creative endeavors, each presented unique offerings. These systems leveraged their ability to comprehend natural language, ushering in an age of meaningful, AI-assisted conversations.
Robotics: From Entertainment to Law Enforcement
Robotics, another area of significant development, saw the manifestation of dog-like robots by Boston Dynamics. These agile machines demonstrated potential for both entertainment and law enforcement applications, reflecting the broad range of possibilities inherent in robotics technology. Furthermore, the rise of security robots in areas of patrolling and threat detection signified a shift towards cost-effective and efficient solutions. In the hospitality industry, bartender robots such as KIME served drinks with speed and personalized care, while wellness found a new ally in massage robots like Phill, offering tailored experiences.
Transportation: Soaring High on Innovation
Revolutionary strides were made in the transportation sector, with autonomous flying vehicles taking center stage. The certification of air taxis and the introduction of flying sports cars are set to redefine our conceptions of travel. These innovations, a testament to human creativity and the rapid pace of technological evolution, provide a glimpse into the future of mobility.
In retrospect, 2023 was a year that witnessed the convergence of technology and imagination, heralding a future brimming with endless possibilities. As we stand on the cusp of 2024, it’s evident that the foundations laid this year will catalyze further technological advancements, shaping a future that’s as unpredictable as it is exciting.
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DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons ended their NBA record-tying losing streak at 28 games with a 129-127 victory over the short-handed Toronto Raptors on Saturday night, as Cade Cunningham had 30 points and 12 assists.
The Pistons, who hadn’t won since Oct. 28, matched the Philadelphia 76ers’ record of 28, split over the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons. They finished one shy of the record for the four major American and Canadian leagues, set by the Chicago Cardinals during World War II.
“I feel amazing,” Cunningham said. “We just kept battling. It’s been a long stretch, all these losses, but I’m just happy to be part of a group of guys who don’t quit.”
Jalen Duren had 18 points and 17 rebounds for Detroit (3-29) while Kevin Knox II scored 17 points.
“I’m just so happy we were able to get that,” Duren said. “We’ve been fighting hard for a couple of months to get one, and we’ve been through a lot of adversity.”
Pascal Siakam had 35 points and Dennis Schroder scored 28 for Toronto, which was playing the second half of a back-to-back. The Raptors traded OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa and Malachi Flynn to the New York Knicks earlier in the day. They received RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, but they were not available on Saturday.
“It was a very emotional day for everyone,” Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic said. “I’m really proud of the energy our guys had, taking everything into account.
“I also don’t want to take anything away from what Detroit did. They played a really good game and hit some very, very timely shots.”
The Pistons led 90-86 going into the fourth and neither team was able to put together a run until back-to-back 3-pointers by Cunningham and Jaden Ivey made it 110-99 with 5:50 to go.
Toronto responded with an 8-2 run, including six points from Scottie Barnes, but Cunningham’s jumper made it 114-107 and the Pistons got three straight stops against Siakam. Another jumper by Cunningham moved the margin to nine with 1:34 to play.
Siakam’s 3-pointer made it 126-122 with 17 seconds left, but the Pistons clinched the game from the line. Gary Trent Jr. hit a 3-pointer with a second left, but the celebration was already beginning.
“I’ve been in a ton of locker rooms my whole life, but that’s a first for me,” Pistons coach Monty Williams said. “Guys were screaming. I was almost in tears. I’m just so happy for our guys and for everyone in the locker room.”
The Raptors trailed by eight points at halftime, but Siakam and Trent scored 24 points in eight minutes to put Toronto ahead 75-74. Siakam finished with 20 of Toronto’s 42 points in the quarter, and more importantly, drove Cunningham to the bench with four fouls.
“I challenged both (Siakam) and Scottie at halftime,” Rajakovic said. “I told them that we needed more from them in the second half, and they both did a really good job.”
The Raptors scored 83 points in the second half after only putting up 44 in the first.
“We missed some free throws and we missed a bunch of layups that we usually make,” Rajakovic said.
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5000 Swedish kronor to Sri Lankan rupees
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The Transport Authority (TA) will be increasing wrecking fees across Jamaica, starting on Tuesday, January 2.
The charge for towing cars from within five kilometres of a pound will rise from $8,000 to $12,000, with the per kilometre rate over that distance moving from $400 to $600.
For larger vehicles like trucks, as well as Hiace and coaster buses, the five-kilometre towing fee will be increased from $15,000 to $22,500, and the per kilometre additional rate will move from $400 to $800.
Additionally, the no-key towing fee for cars will go up from $3,000 to $4,500, while the rate for larger vehicles will increase from $3,000 to $6,000.
The current rates, which can be found on the TA’s website, were not provided by the authority in its release announcing the rate adjustments.
The new rates are yet to be uploaded to the website.
According to the authority’s statement on Friday, the fee increases are part of an effort to better regulate and manage wrecking operations across the country.
“The agreement is designed to govern the conduct and behaviour of wrecker operators and to further manage the charge for the services they render,” said Ralston Smith, Managing Director of the TA.
He added that the approved rates must be adhered to by wrecker operators.
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AI in 2024: A Brave New World
As we stand on the threshold of 2024, the world is staring at a critical juncture where artificial intelligence (AI) has intertwined with our day-to-day lives. The democratization of AI, as evidenced by tools like ChatGPT becoming common lexicon, is reshaping industries across the board. According to a study, 94% of business leaders view AI as a crucial factor in their success over the next five years. However, alongside the potential benefits, AI brings with it a host of challenges such as inaccuracies and the need for human intervention to train and check AI models.
AI: A Double-Edged Sword
AI’s societal implications are far-reaching, with its effects trickling down to the very perception of reality. The rise of deepfakes poses a significant threat, especially in the fields of politics and corporate governance, as it raises questions about the integrity of democratic processes and the authenticity of political figures. The emergence of startups working to improve conversational AI and advancements in automatic prompt generation hint at the evolutionary trajectory of AI.
The healthcare sector is also undergoing a paradigm shift towards preventive medicine, spurred by AI. From AI regulations to digital taxation, significant changes in digital policy are predicted. While the surge in investments in GenAI is anticipated, large firms are exercising caution due to data capability limitations.
The Geopolitical Implications of AI
China’s significant investments in AI research and its strategic focus on AI have raised alarms about its potential impact on global geopolitics and human rights. The increasing need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect against potential threats from advanced hacking collectives and state-sponsored groups further underscores the duality of AI’s potential.
Regulating AI: A Global Endeavor
2023 was a pivotal year for AI, with the unveiling of groundbreaking technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT. As we venture into 2024, the global AI landscape is bracing for a reckoning. Governments worldwide, including the European Union, are proactively drafting comprehensive regulations to shape AI development responsibly. The E.U.’s A.I. Act and President Biden’s executive order symbolize a global effort to mitigate AI-related risks and prevent its misuse.
As we move further into the digital age, the societal impact of AI is projected to intensify. Tech giants like Microsoft are developing new Windows updates with AI features, and a survey by KPMG indicates that firms are planning to increase their investment in generative AI by over 50%. Despite this, concerns about job displacement persist. A Goldman Sachs report suggests that AI could replace up to 300 million full-time jobs, marking a transition from the enthusiasm phase to the deployment phase in AI’s journey.
In conclusion, as we move towards an increasingly AI-centric world, the challenges and opportunities that it presents are equally significant. The need for robust regulation, ethical considerations, and a focus on preventing misuse are paramount. The coming years will undoubtedly shape the course of AI and, in turn, the future of humanity.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Venezuela said Saturday it will continue to deploy nearly 6,000 troops until a British military vessel sent to neighboring Guyana leaves the waters off the coast of the two South American nations.
In a video posted to X, Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino appeared surrounded by military officers in front of a marked up map of Venezuela and Guyana, a former British colony.
Padrdino said the forces are “safeguarding our national sovereignty.”
“Armed forces have been deployed not just in the east of the country, but across the entire territory,” he said. “They will be there until this British imperialist boat leaves the disputed waters between Venezuela and Guyana.”
The Defense Ministry confirmed to The Associated Press that the video was made at a military base in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas.
The video comes after weeks of tensions between the two countries over Venezuela’s renewed claim to a region in Guyana known as Essequibo, a sparsely populated stretch of land roughly the size of Florida that is rich in oil and minerals. Operations generate some $1 billion a year for the impoverished country of nearly 800,000 people that saw its economy expand by nearly 60% in the first half of this year.
Venezuela has long argued it was cheated out of the territory when Europeans and the U.S. set the border. Guayana, which has controlled the zone for decades, says the original agreement was legally binding and the dispute should be decided by the International Court of Justice in the Netherlands.
The century-old dispute was recently reignited with the discovery of oil in Guyana, and has escalated since Venezuela reported that its citizens voted in a Dec. 3 referendum to claim Essequibo, which makes up two-thirds of its smaller neighbor.
Critics of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro say the socialist leader is using the tensions to distract from internal turmoil and stoke nationalism in the lead up to presidential elections next year.
In recent weeks, the leaders of Guyana and Venezuela promised in a tense meeting that neither side would use threats or force against the other, but failed to reach agreement on how to address the bitter dispute.
Tensions came to another head with Friday’s arrival in Guyana of the Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Trent, which officials said had been taking part in an operation combatting drug smuggling in the Caribbean near the coast of Guyana. Most recently used to intercept pirates and drug smugglers off Africa, the ship is equipped with cannons and a landing pad for helicopters and drones and can carry around 50 marines.
Maduro said the ship’s deployment violates the shaky agreement between Venezuela and Guyana, calling its presence a threat to his country. In response, Maduro ordered Venezuela’s military — including air and naval forces — to conduct exercises near the disputed area.
“We believe in diplomacy, in dialogue and in peace, but no one is going to threaten Venezuela,” Maduro said. “This is an unacceptable threat to any sovereign country in Latin America.”
Guyana’s government rejected Maduro’s claims, with officials saying that the visit was a planned activity aimed at improving the nation’s defense capabilities and that the ship’s visit would continue as scheduled.
During talks earlier in December, Guyanese President Irfaan Ali said his nation reserved its right to work with partners to ensure the defense of his country. Guyana has a military of only 3,000 soldiers, 200 sailors and four small patrol boats known as Barracudas, while Venezuela has about 235,000 active military personnel in its army, air force, navy and national guard.
“Nothing that we do or have done is threatening Venezuela,” Guyana’s vice president, Bharrat Jagdeo, told reporters in Georgetown, the nation’s capital.
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A woman who is charged for an alleged role in the robbery of a phone store where she was employed in Claremont, St Ann, was granted $200,000 bail when she appeared in the St Ann Parish Court.
Bettonae Grant, a 20-year-old resident of Lydford Housing Scheme in Golden Grove, St Ann, is charged with shop breaking and larceny, conspiracy and misprision of felony.
She was granted bail last week ahead of the New Year celebrations.
Her co-accused, 30-year-old Dimario Finnegan, a bus driver of River Head, Moneague, also in St Ann, is facing similar charges.
According to the Claremont police, law enforcers were alerted to the phone store by residents at about 12:30 am on Sunday, December 17.
On their arrival, a search of the area was conducted, and three men were seen running from the building.
It was later discovered that the men had gained entrance to the building and stole over $1.9 million, 35 cellular phones and other electronics valued at over $780,000.
Finnegan was reportedly apprehended while driving a bus that was transporting the robbers. Two of them (the robbers) jumped from the vehicle when it was intercepted by the police.
Law enforcers searched the vehicle and recovered the stolen phones.
Finnegan was subsequently arrested, and following a probe, Grant was also detained. They were later charged.
During a bail application for Grant last week, prosecutors said the accused woman was employed at the store as a customer service agent.
The prosecution alleged that she plotted with the alleged robbers by providing them with vital information on how to gain access to the store.
But Grant, through her attorney, denied the claim.
The attorney said Grant only knew Finnegan through her boyfriend. She said the now accused man had joked about wanting to rob the store, but she did not believe he (Finnegan) was serious about doing so.
After hearing the application, the presiding judge granted the accused woman bail.
Grant is to return to court on January 2, 2024.
It was not immediately clear if Finnegan remains in custody.
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James Webb Space Telescope Discovers Free-Floating Worlds in Orion Constellation
The recent discovery of about 500 dim objects in the Orion constellation by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has blurred the line between stars and planets. These free-floating or rogue planets are solitary worlds drifting through space without an orbit around any star. Some of these objects were found to be in pairs—a puzzling arrangement that challenges current theories of star and planet formation.
Discovering the Unseen
The JWST’s infrared observations revealed previously unseen spots in the Orion constellation. These dim worlds, known as Jupiter Mass Binary Objects (JuMBOs), are drifting freely in space. They are not planets in the traditional sense—they don’t orbit stars. Yet, they are not stars either; their surface temperatures are about 1,000 degrees Celsius, and they are gaseous and young. The distance between the objects in a pair is about 200 times the distance between the Earth and the Sun.
The Mystery of Origin
There is a lack of clarity regarding the origins of these rogue planets. Although some theories suggest that they formed around stars before being ejected into deep space, the exact process remains a mystery. A recent idea put forth by researchers proposes that these rogue planets could have been ejected from their home system in pairs. This concept, if proven true, could overturn previous assumptions that considered such an event to be nearly impossible.
Significance of the Discovery
Free-floating worlds have historically eluded astronomers due to their extreme darkness and low mass—less than 13 Jupiters. The first substantial catalog of these rogue worlds only emerged in the 2000s. This recent discovery by JWST, therefore, marks a significant leap in our understanding of these elusive celestial bodies. It increases the known count of rogue worlds by fivefold and provides new insights into the formation of stars and planetary systems.
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VENTURA, Calif. (AP) — Southern California’s Ventura County issued a temporary evacuation warning Saturday for some coastal residents due to high surf that pounded the West Coast this week but has begun to calm down.
County officials warned that powerful waves, expected to reach up to 20 feet (6 meters) high, were forecast near a stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway, and the fire department told people to avoid coastal areas. Authorities lifted the evacuation warning in the afternoon.
People who gathered in the morning at Pierpont Beach in the city of Ventura to gaze at the churning waters were warned not to go beyond the large sand berms that were put up Friday to protect waterfront homes, and officials closed some streets.
Ventura Mayor Joe Schroeder called this week’s surf an “extraordinary event,” the likes of which he had not previously seen in his 14 years living in the city.
Fire department spokesperson Andy VanSciver said there were no reports Saturday of damage or injuries but the evacuation warning would remain in place until the waves recede. Earlier in the week, authorities rescued eight people who were injured by the surf.
Elsewhere along the California coast, flooding led to closures of some streets and bike paths. A high surf warning in the San Francisco Bay Area was downgraded to an advisory, with the National Weather Service saying wave heights had declined.
Some surfers took advantage of the waves in Seal Beach, a small city about 30 miles (45 kilometers) south of Los Angeles.
Miles Malohn, a 23-year-old from Irvine who has been surfing for about a decade, said it was one of the largest winter swells he has seen in years.
“It was pretty hectic out there for a few waves,” Malohn said. “You had to be really selective with which ones that you ride so that you don’t end up hurt or wiping out really bad.”
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Making Winter’s Whimsy Last: Five Tips to Preserve Your Snow Sculptures
As winter casts its frosty spell, transforming landscapes into pristine canvases of white, snow enthusiasts across the globe engage in the age-old tradition of creating snow structures. From snowmen standing guard outside homes to intricate igloos, these icy creations are a testament to the season’s charm. However, as the sun emerges or temperatures fluctuate, these transient masterpieces often melt away too soon. This article shares five essential tricks to prolong the life of your snow sculptures, ensuring they remain a part of the winter tableau for as long as possible.
The Art of Location
The first tip in the art of snow preservation is choosing the right location. To protect your creation from the sun’s melting effects, it is prudent to build in a shady area. This tactic reduces direct exposure to the sun, thereby slowing down the melting process.
Surface Selection
The second tip involves avoiding heat-absorbing surfaces like tarmac. Instead, opt for flat, grassy areas which retain cold better. These areas not only provide a solid foundation for your snow structures but also facilitate their longevity.
The Perfect Snow
Not all snow is created equal when it comes to construction. The third trick is to use wetter snow, which stacks better due to its sticky nature. Such snow typically occurs when the temperature hovers around the freezing point, making it ideal for building durable snow sculptures.
A Coat for Your Snow Creation
Science educator Mike Szydlowski recommends an innovative approach to snow preservation – putting a coat on your snow creation. This fourth trick involves providing insulation to the snow structure, which can keep it from melting on warmer days.
A Protective Frozen Layer
The fifth trick is to spray your snow sculpture with water. This technique creates a frozen top layer that protects against quick melting. However, it’s crucial to remember that this trick is only effective when temperatures are near freezing.
To infuse a dash of color and fun into your snow structures, consider using a spray bottle filled with a mixture of food coloring and water. While this bonus tip may not prolong the life of your snow sculpture, it certainly adds to its visual appeal, making your winter tableau even more enchanting.
By employing these tips, snow enthusiasts can enjoy their chilly art for an extended period, adding a touch of enduring whimsy to the winter scenes.
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By Jonah Beleckis | Wisconsin Public Radio
At 3 a.m. on a recent Tuesday, Megan Sampson dreaded the idea of missing a day teaching so soon in the school year. She wanted her new students at Wauwatosa East High School to stay on track in their education.
But Sampson was in agony. She suffers from a gynecological disease that can cause debilitating pain when tissue similar to what lines the uterus grows in other places, too.
She considered taking a powerful painkiller kept from a past surgery or calling in for a substitute teacher.
It’s emotional, and it makes me feel like I’m not as good of a teacher.”That’s a really demoralizing thought to have. That you’re in so much pain, a stranger is better off in front of your students,” Sampson said. “It’s emotional, and it makes me feel like I’m not as good of a teacher.”
Sampson is among an estimated 10 percent of women and girls of reproductive age with endometriosis. People with the disease often struggle to receive a diagnosis, which can delay treatment.
A new documentary and Wisconsin Public Radio interviews underscore that women sometimes must visit several doctors and wait years before obtaining clarity on the cause of their pain. They report doctors doubting or minimizing their pain, as well.
“Unfortunately, we haven’t made nearly as much progress as we would like,” said Dr. Camille Ladanyi, a gynecologic surgeon at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. “We are unable to really, truly individualize care as much as we would like to as providers.”
Sampson ultimately called in a substitute teacher due to her pain.
“It was bad,” she said. “It was really bad.”
Doubted at the doctor
Shannon Cohn first noticed symptoms of endometriosis at age 16. But it took 13 years to hear the disease’s name, she said. From her pediatrician and school nurse to her primary care provider, doctors struggled to help her find answers.
“No one knew really what was going on,” Cohn said recently on Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Central Time.” “No one put the pieces together.”
Cohn is a documentary producer and director. Her latest film, “Below the Belt,” seeks to raise awareness of endometriosis by sharing the stories of four women with the disease. Cohn said she partially produced the film for her two daughters, who are at higher risk of having endometriosis, too.
“Endometriosis is a perfect, awful storm,” Cohn said. “It’s about menstrual taboo and societal taboo of talking about below-the-belt issues in women. It’s about gender bias. It’s about racial bias. It’s about institutional and financial barriers to care.”
Dr. Soyini Hawkins, founder of the Fibroid and Pelvic Wellness Center of Georgia, estimates the average diagnosis takes seven to 10 years. However, for Black and Hispanic women, it could take twice as long, she said at a recent American Journal of Managed Care event.
Ladanyi directs the minimally invasive gynecological surgery section of UW-Madison’s medical school. Appearing on “Central Time” with Cohn, Ladanyi said endometriosis patients show very different symptoms at varying degrees of severity. Many have pain. Some experience abnormal bleeding patterns, gastrointestinal problems, fatigue, depression or anxiety.
Sampson said she always had painful periods as a teenager. She missed days of school. She started taking birth control pills at age 16 to help manage pain. Sampson said she went through five doctors as a young adult and none adequately addressed her concerns.
Women, transgender people and people of color are most likely to be doubted by doctors, said Karen Lutfey Spencer, who studies patient-provider relationships and health disparities. Medicine has a long history of collecting data based on men, male animals and male cells, Spencer recently said on “Central Time.”
“We kind of assumed for a long time, ‘Well that happens one way in men. Surely it carries over to all these other populations,’” she said. “What we’re finding out is if something shows up in a way that is not the way it shows up in men, then it introduces a certain amount of uncertainty for doctors. And when there’s uncertainty, it invites people to fill in the gaps with stereotypes and bias.”
Spencer, who works at the University of Colorado Denver, recommends patients keep a pain diary — a written record of their medical experiences. Going with someone to the doctor could be helpful, too. Sampson and her husband advocated for doctors to get Sampson on their schedules. And having the second voice seemed to help.
Endometriosis can harm the body beyond its reproductive organs. Ladanyi said doctors must work across specialties to identify potential danger. Otherwise, patients might bounce around from provider to provider.
About 30 years ago, endometriosis required Melani Fay of Onalaska to be hospitalized for nine days and doctors had to remove her lung lining. Her lung had collapsed because endometriosis perforated her diaphragm.
Fay said many friends shared their experiences with endometriosis after her hospitalization and the disease seemed much more common than how often it was being discussed.
“It’s a women’s problem,” Fay said. “I think that is part of why it hasn’t been given a lot of attention.”
‘Not just in my head’
While surgery is considered the “gold standard” to confirm endometriosis, Ladanyi said treatment may begin sooner under a presumed diagnosis. Hormonal suppression, pain psychology or pelvic floor therapy are a few methods used to address symptoms.
Surgical treatments involve removing tissue or using heat to destroy it. But surgery can be expensive, particularly if procedures are out of network, said Cohn, the documentary producer and director.
“A lot of times, they have to pay out of pocket,” Cohn said. “They’re using credit cards. They’re using savings to access this type of surgery, which is evidence of a larger problem — a larger broken system that we all can identify with.”
Women are becoming more comfortable discussing endometriosis and other matters affecting menstruation, Cohn said. “Below the Belt” is being released globally in the coming months. Cohn hopes the film raises awareness of the disease in health care so providers more quickly consider endometriosis, deliver diagnoses and offer treatments.
“Girls hear the word at 13 instead of 23 or 33,” Cohn said.
Ladanyi hopes more awareness of the disease helps research efforts, too. She often hears from patients who are eager to be a part of research.
There’s just so much bias, especially when it comes to pain. So, it’s easy for some of these people to just really be disregarded.”It’s just a matter of trying to continue the efforts, helping people to understand how important this is and how much it’s impacting the quality of their life,” she said. “There’s just so much bias, especially when it comes to pain. So, it’s easy for some of these people to just really be disregarded.”
A laparoscopic surgery last year confirmed Sampson’s endometriosis. She felt vindicated.
“That was a big deal,” Sampson said. “I felt like I wasn’t crazy. There is a reason for all this pain. It’s not just in my head.”
Sampson is exploring fertility treatments and seeing a Green Bay specialist outside her insurance coverage. She plans to have another surgery later this year to treat her endometriosis.
Sampson expects to miss about a day of teaching per month due to her pain. She started talking about the disease with students last year so they understood her absences. Those conversations also spurred others to share their experiences.
“It’s just not easy to talk about this kind of pain, but it doesn’t make it hurt any less,” she said. “There are a lot of women that just struggle in silence … The better we can do in learning about this, the more women don’t feel like they have to just be hiding with this really bad pain.”
This story was produced by Wisconsin Public Radio and is being republished by permission. See the original story here.
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ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Jimmy Johnson and Jerry Jones tip-toed around talk of their acrimonious split almost 30 years ago, when they had just teamed as coach and owner to win consecutive Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys.
Whether that breakup was the reason it took Jones so long to put Johnson in the team’s ring of honor doesn’t matter much at this point to both Pro Football Hall of Famers.
The bottom line is Johnson is joining Tom Landry as the only coaches alongside the 19 players and two executives in the exclusive group of one of the NFL’s storied franchises.
Johnson was greeted by the Hall of Fame “Triplets” who headlined his Super Bowl teams — quarterback Troy Aikman, running back Emmitt Smith and receiver Michael Irvin — for the ceremony at halftime of Saturday night’s regular-season home finale against the Detroit Lions.
“Thank you, Jerry Jones, for bringing me to the Dallas Cowboys,” Johnson told the crowd.
Johnson capped his acceptance speech with a dramatic pause as he walked up to Irvin, turned and offered his famous catchphrase, “How ’bout them Cowboys!” He said it the first time in the locker room after Dallas won at San Francisco in the NFC championship game before the first Super Bowl victory.
“You can say whatever you want to about my human reaction or frailties,” Jones said before the game. “I say this today, he’s there because it’s the right thing. He was always going in the ring of honor, whether I put him in or my kids put him in.”
One of the theories behind the abrupt end of Johnson’s tenure in 1994 was a tussle over who should get credit for the dramatic turnaround in Dallas.
The Cowboys went from 1-15 in 1989 — the year Jones bought the Cowboys and hired Johnson after firing the only coach Dallas ever had in Landry — to the first back-to-back Super Bowl titles in franchise history to cap the 1992 and ’93 seasons.
“I think we’re past who gets credit,” Johnson said. “The two of us, working together, made history. When I say working together, we talked every single day. I don’t ever recall us having a difference of opinion.”
Others would suggest Johnson’s take is revisionist history, because he was incensed 30 years ago over suggestions from Jones, also the team’s general manager, that any one of 500 coaches could have won a title with the Dallas roster.
Barry Switzer did it two years after the split of Jones and Johnson, who were teammates at Arkansas in the early 1960s. But critics never stopped suggesting the 1995 title was with Johnson’s players, and the Cowboys haven’t even reached an NFC championship game since that season.
Aikman was working the game as an analyst for ESPN and hustled down from the broadcast booth to join the ceremony. He stood with Irvin and Smith during the presentation, which started with Johnson walking through a greeting line of dozens of players from his Super Bowl run.
“It means everything to me and my teammates and everybody that was a part of those teams,” Aikman said on ESPN during the first half. “And the circle has been closed tonight at halftime.”
After two years away from football, Johnson returned with the Miami Dolphins in 1996 and led them to the playoffs the last three of his four seasons. But Miami never got past the divisional round.
The 80-year-old Johnson, a Texas native, has been a Fox studio analyst the past two decades and was enshrined in Canton, Ohio, in 2020, three years after Jones.
Now Johnson’s name will be inside AT&T Stadium along with Landry, who led the Cowboys to two Super Bowl titles in the 1970s and is fifth on the career list with 250 regular-season victories.
“I don’t think anybody can ever imagine what this means to me,” said Johnson, who won the 1987 college national championship at Miami. “This was a special time in my life. This was something that paid dividends for me the rest of my life. We took over the worst football team in the NFL. Not only did we win Super Bowls, but we were able to put together the team of the ’90s.”
Because of that, the split left many, including Johnson’s players, wondering what might have been had he stayed. Not only is Johnson past the question of credit, he doesn’t think much about “what ifs” either.
“Sometimes I’m kind of like a gypsy,” Johnson said. “I’ve never been anywhere more than five years. Got the point after winning a couple of Super Bowls, almost to the point of, ‘I’ve accomplished what I want to accomplish.’ Sometimes you lose sight of what you can do because of what you’ve already done.”
Johnson suggested he and Jones weren’t communicating as well at the end of their time together in Dallas as they had at the beginning, when they both faced a firestorm of criticism.
Jones suggested he let the sudden success of the Cowboys go to his head.
“What Jimmy brings is a lot of the best of me, enthusiasm, what have you,” Jones recalled telling his parents just before the split became public in 1994. “When it’s going the other way, I don’t like myself. It’s taking away from it. That mentality probably caused me to be not as tolerant as maybe we could have gone.”
A sense of closure for many of those issues was coming a few hours later.
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We'll have at least one more year of hearing about Mike Tomlin's streak.
For the 17th straight season, Tomlin will not have a losing record. The Steelers beat the Seattle Seahawks 30-23 to move to 9-7, and more importantly than clinching another non-losing season for Tomlin, it kept Pittsburgh alive in the AFC wild-card race. Pittsburgh will need to win and get some help next week to get a wild-card spot, but they'll still be in the race going into the season finale. For the Seahawks, it drops them back to .500 and is a blow in their playoff hunt.
A two-game winning streak for the Steelers coincided with finally turning to Mason Rudolph at quarterback. The Steelers stuck with Rudolph despite Kenny Pickett being healthy enough to be listed as questionable on the injury report, which usually means a player will suit up. Pickett was inactive, Rudolph started and the Steelers continued to keep their season alive with a big win.
The Steelers were in a lot of trouble when they had a three-game losing streak in December. But a Tomlin-coached team wasn't going to fade away that easily.
Steelers pound Seattle in run game
The Steelers, who looked like they were ready to call it a season a couple weeks ago in a listless loss to the Indianapolis Colts, looked like a much different team in the first half Sunday. They rushed for 145 yards in the first half. The Fox broadcast said that was the most for Pittsburgh since a 2006 game against Kansas City. Their leading rushers that day were Willie Parker and Najeh Davenport.
Jaylen Warren got the scoring started for the Steelers with an 18-yard touchdown run. The Steelers led for most of the game after that. Najee Harris scored a couple of touchdowns, and the Steelers led 24-17 into the third quarter.
The game was still in the balance when the defense made a huge play. With seven minutes left and the Steelers leading 27-20, Geno Smith was strip-sacked by Nick Herbig. Pittsburgh recovered at the 16-yard line. The Steelers only got a field goal out of the ensuing drive, but a 10-point lead was significant at that point in the game.
Seahawks take a step back
For the Seahawks, a loss didn't eliminate them from the playoff race but it didn't help their chances. They moved back to 8-8 with the loss, which is fitting in what has been a mediocre season.
The defense let down in a big spot, against an offense that has struggled most of the season. The offense wasn't bad but there weren't a lot of game-changing explosive plays. The Steelers also crushed Seattle in time of possession.
The Seahawks tried to rally late. A drive deep into Steelers territory didn't result in a touchdown, and Seattle settled for a field goal just before the two-minute warning. They tried an onside kick trailing 27-20 but Pittsburgh recovered. A reception to Pickens for a first down and a Harris run for another first down ended the game.
The Steelers still need a lot to go right to make the playoffs. But they're alive, and it looked like there was no chance of that happening a couple weeks ago.
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