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Global Oil Market Sees First Annual Decline Since 2020: Oversupply Concerns Loom
In a surprising turn of events, the global oil market witnessed its first annual decline since 2020, with both U.S. crude oil and the global benchmark Brent concluding the year over 10% below their starting points. This unexpected downturn has been chiefly attributed to concerns that the market is oversupplied, especially considering the record production levels from countries outside the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), including the U.S., Brazil, and Guyana.
Shifting Dynamics in the Oil Market
Despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the war in Gaza, and intermittent price hikes triggered by fears of supply disruptions, the principal market worry remains the balance of supply and demand. U.S. production soared to a record high, with an estimated 13.3 million barrels per day last week, a figure that challenges OPEC’s attempts to regulate prices through production cuts.
OPEC and its allies have committed to reducing production by 2.2 million barrels per day in the first quarter of 2024. However, confidence in this strategy is minimal. The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that oil demand growth will decrease to 1.1 million barrels per day in 2024, while non-OPEC production is anticipated to increase by 1.2 million barrels per day.
Changing Landscape of Global Oil Trade
The alteration in oil supply dynamics, with the U.S. accounting for two-thirds of the non-OPEC supply growth, is reshaping the global oil trade landscape. Occidental CEO Vicki Hollub expressed astonishment at the U.S. production levels and warned the industry against oversupply. Financial institutions have differing viewpoints on U.S. crude prices for the upcoming year, with Morgan Stanley predicting an average of $80 per barrel and Wells Fargo forecasting $71.50.
Meanwhile, Helima Croft of RBC Capital Markets advised investors to closely monitor developments in the Middle East, especially any escalation in the confrontation between Iran and the United States, such as the recent drone attack injuring U.S. troops in Iraq and retaliatory strikes ordered by President Joe Biden.
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"Junkanoo Warrior" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano
I asked a question of ChatGPT AI ChatBot.
How can Bahamas Junkanoo be improved?
ChatGPT:
The improvement of the Bahamas Junkanoo festival can involve a combination of preserving its cultural authenticity, enhancing the overall experience for participants and spectators, and addressing any logistical or organizational challenges. Here are some potential areas for improvement:
Infrastructure and Logistics:
Improve parade routes and venue facilities to accommodate larger crowds.
Enhance safety measures for participants and spectators.
Provide better transportation options for attendees.
Community Involvement:
Encourage broader community participation in the festival.
Promote educational programs to inform locals and visitors about the cultural significance of Junkanoo.
Promotion and Marketing:
Increase efforts to promote Junkanoo internationally to attract more tourists.
Utilize social media and other digital platforms for effective marketing.
Innovation in Costumes and Performances:
Encourage innovation in costume design and construction while preserving traditional elements.
Incorporate new and exciting performance elements to keep the festival fresh and engaging.
Collaborations and Partnerships:
Foster collaborations with artists, musicians, and designers to bring in fresh perspectives.
Establish partnerships with local businesses and sponsors to secure funding for the event.
Sustainability:
Implement eco-friendly practices to minimize the environmental impact of the festival.
Consider ways to reduce waste generated by costumes and decorations.
Technology Integration:
Use technology to streamline event organization, ticketing, and communication.
Explore ways to incorporate digital and interactive elements into the festival experience.
Year-Round Engagement:
Develop events or activities related to Junkanoo throughout the year to maintain community engagement and interest.
Cultural Preservation:
Work with cultural organizations and experts to ensure the authenticity and preservation of Junkanoo traditions.
Provide support for artisans and craftspeople involved in creating costumes.
Feedback Mechanism:
Establish a feedback mechanism to gather input from participants, spectators, and stakeholders for continuous improvement.
It's important to involve the local community, cultural experts, and various stakeholders in the decision-making process to ensure that any changes align with the essence and significance of Junkanoo. Additionally, a balanced approach that respects tradition while embracing positive enhancements can contribute to the ongoing success of the festival.
The improvement of the Bahamas Junkanoo festival can involve a combination of preserving its cultural authenticity, enhancing the overall experience for participants and spectators, and addressing any logistical or organizational challenges. Here are some potential areas for improvement:
Infrastructure and Logistics:
Improve parade routes and venue facilities to accommodate larger crowds.
Enhance safety measures for participants and spectators.
Provide better transportation options for attendees.
Community Involvement:
Encourage broader community participation in the festival.
Promote educational programs to inform locals and visitors about the cultural significance of Junkanoo.
Promotion and Marketing:
Increase efforts to promote Junkanoo internationally to attract more tourists.
Utilize social media and other digital platforms for effective marketing.
Innovation in Costumes and Performances:
Encourage innovation in costume design and construction while preserving traditional elements.
Incorporate new and exciting performance elements to keep the festival fresh and engaging.
Collaborations and Partnerships:
Foster collaborations with artists, musicians, and designers to bring in fresh perspectives.
Establish partnerships with local businesses and sponsors to secure funding for the event.
Sustainability:
Implement eco-friendly practices to minimize the environmental impact of the festival.
Consider ways to reduce waste generated by costumes and decorations.
Technology Integration:
Use technology to streamline event organization, ticketing, and communication.
Explore ways to incorporate digital and interactive elements into the festival experience.
Year-Round Engagement:
Develop events or activities related to Junkanoo throughout the year to maintain community engagement and interest.
Cultural Preservation:
Work with cultural organizations and experts to ensure the authenticity and preservation of Junkanoo traditions.
Provide support for artisans and craftspeople involved in creating costumes.
Feedback Mechanism:
Establish a feedback mechanism to gather input from participants, spectators, and stakeholders for continuous improvement.
It's important to involve the local community, cultural experts, and various stakeholders in the decision-making process to ensure that any changes align with the essence and significance of Junkanoo. Additionally, a balanced approach that respects tradition while embracing positive enhancements can contribute to the ongoing success of the festival.
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PGA Tour seeks extension on commercial deal with Saudis, private investors
(AP) - The PGA Tour believes it has made enough progress with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf to extend their negotiations into next year for a new commercial deal that would include a U.S. investment group and the European tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a memo to players on Sunday afternoon, just seven hours before the deadline to finalize the deal that was set in the June 6 framework agreement.
The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made “meaningful progress” with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
“As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents,” Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as “active and productive.”
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. “We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date,” Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
“These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors,” Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an “objective, empirical-driven evaluation” of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a “fair and objective” process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight “signature” events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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Teeth marks, a stolen satchel and the High Country’s Button Man: A camper’s midnight fright
Wild dogs or a wild man? That is the question sweeping Victoria’s high plains after a mysterious attack on a camper that sparked a remote rescue near Jamieson.
First, what we know.
On December 10, an experienced female camper went to bed in her tent around 8pm. She woke two hours later to feel something tugging outside her tent and then again around midnight.
At 1am she realised her tent was slashed or torn near the ground, and her satchel, containing essential maps, her mobile phone and batteries gone.
The 40-year-old bushwalker was deep along the Australian Alpine Track on Mount Magdala on the Howitt Plains.
It’s almost dead centre between Mount Buller and the Wonnangatta Valley, where campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay were allegedly killed in March 2020.
Alone and far from help, if the female bushwalker panicked, she could have been dead. Being bloody-minded and continuing her journey could have resulted in the same fate. Instead, she weighed up the situation and used her Garmin emergency satellite device to send an alert that included her location.
Leading Senior Constable George Crawford from Jamieson drove 3½ hours while the camper walked two hours to an agreed pickup point.
“It was an extremely scary situation for her,” he told this masthead. “Without maps and a phone, she made the right decision not to push on.”
Crawford said it also showed the importance of carrying emergency back-up equipment such as a satellite phone, noting the satchel was later recovered about 40 metres away with teeth mark indentations.
“There are packs of wild dogs in the area, and it is a timely reminder to place items in packs inside tents at night,” Crawford said.
Another group of campers reported seeing a dog snout sticking through their tent fly at night and Parks Victoria have at least four reports of wild dogs stealing from campsites.
But the experienced camper told police she did not believe wild animals had stolen the satchel.
In a social media post, the woman wrote: “I have left the Alps track for now. Around 1am the night before I left I had a flap cut in my tent mesh and a ziplock bag with valuables and electronics taken.
“I woke to the sound of the bag being pulled out of the flap in my tent. I went out and checked the area around but found nothing.”
The image of the tent she posted online seems to show a straight cut in the tent material.
One local wondered why a dog would steal a satchel that didn’t contain food and raised the name of a local legend dubbed the “Button Man” who is always mentioned when there are mysterious goings-on in Victoria’s High Country.
An expert bushman who lives off the land, he is a hunter, scrounger and described by some as “bloody scary”.
For reasons only known to himself, he builds rock pyramids in random spots and places piles of pebbles on roads, so he knows if a car has passed.
There are many stories of experienced campers and hunters surprised when the Button Man has appeared after apparently silently following them.
One tough camper decided to pack up in drizzling rain in the middle of the night when he found the Button Man camped next to him in the remote wilderness.
Another found his hidden stash of firewood gone, concluding only someone silently keeping watch would have known the location.
When Button Man once wandered into a camp occupied by three military types, he asked what they did for a living. When one said, “We hunt people” it’s claimed the Button Man responded, “So do I” . No doubt referring to his habit of creeping up on hunters.
The mystery of the mountains includes the disappearance of several people in the area, ranging from experienced bush walkers to novices.
In each case mobile phones or satellite devices were not activated and the bodies were never found.
In 2019, Niels Becker, 39, an experienced bushwalker, went missing on a five-day hike. He left the Upper Jamieson Hut on October 24 and two days later sent a message to his family from Vallejo Gantner Hut that he was heading to his car at Mount Stirling.
The last confirmed sighting was by the Button Man, who told police he saw the well-equipped hiker. The track took him past the Button Man’s camp.
There is nothing to link the Button Man to any of these mysteries, but one thing is certain. His name will be whispered around high country campsites for many years. And he may even be listening. From the dark, of course.
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FRISCO, Texas — With the Philadelphia Eagles' shocking upset loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday afternoon, the Dallas Cowboys now control their own destiny in the NFC East moving forward as a win in Week 18 against the Washington Commanders will give the Cowboys the division and the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
Despite needing an unlikely Philadelphia loss in the final two weeks to have a shot at the division, the Cowboys got just that when Kyler Murray and James Conner put together a last-minute game-winning drive at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia to take down the Eagles. This comes on the heels of the Cowboys defeating the Detroit Lions 20-19 on Saturday night.
Both the Cowboys and Eagles are tied atop the NFC East at 11-5 going into the final week of the season, but the Cowboys now hold the advantage in the fourth tiebreaker with a better conference record than the Eagles. The first three tiebreakers saw the Cowboys and Eagles tie in head-to-head record, division record and record in common games played.
However, the Cowboys still have work to do as they will travel to Washington next week one year after suffering a brutal 26-6 loss at the hands of the Commanders while also being in the midst of a season that has seen them struggle mightily on the road – owning a sub-par 3-5 record away from AT&T Stadium in 2023.
With a win, the Cowboys can secure their 22nd NFC East title and the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs. That would set up a wild card round playoff game against the No. 7 seed in the NFC and a potential home game in the divisional round with a wild card round win.
If the Cowboys win the division, it would extend the streak of non-repeat champions in the NFC East to 19 seasons – the longest such streak in NFL history and the longest active streak for any division in the NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL.
Game times have not yet been set for Week 18 as the Cowboys will await the time and date for their matchup against the Commanders which is expected to come from the NFL either late Sunday night or early Monday morning.
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Chief Justice Roberts casts a wary eye on the uses of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Sunday turned his focus to the promise, and shortcomings, of artificial intelligence in the federal courts, in an annual report that made no mention of Supreme Court ethics or legal controversies involving Donald Trump.
Describing artificial intelligence as the “latest technological frontier,” Roberts discussed the pros and cons of computer-generated content in the legal profession. His remarks come just a few days after the latest instance of AI-generated fake legal citations making their way into official court records, in a case involving ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen.
“Always a bad idea,” Roberts wrote in his year-end report, noting that “any use of AI requires caution and humility.”
At the same time, though, the chief justice acknowledged that AI can make it much easier for people without much money to access the courts. “These tools have the welcome potential to smooth out any mismatch between available resources and urgent needs in our court system,” Roberts wrote.
The report came at the end of a year in which a series of stories questioned the ethical practices of the justices and the court responded to critics by adopting its first code of conduct. Many of those stories focused on Justice Clarence Thomas and his failure to disclose travel, other hospitality and additional financial ties with wealthy conservative donors including Harlan Crow and the Koch brothers. But Justices Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor also have been under scrutiny.
The country also is entering an the beginning of an election year that seems likely to enmesh the court in some way in the ongoing criminal cases against Trump and efforts to keep the Republican former president off the 2024 ballot.
Along with his eight colleagues, Roberts almost never discusses cases that are before the Supreme Court or seem likely to get there. In past reports, he has advocated for enhanced security and salary increases for federal judges, praised judges and their aides for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and highlighted other aspects of technological changes in the courts.
Roberts once famously compared judges to umpires who call balls and strikes, but don’t make the rules. In his latest report, he turned to a different sport, tennis, to make the point that technology won’t soon replace judges.
At many tennis tournaments, optical technology, rather than human line judges, now determines “whether 130 mile per hour serves are in or out. These decisions involve precision to the millimeter. And there is no discretion; the ball either did or did not hit the line. By contrast, legal determinations often involve gray areas that still require application of human judgment,” Roberts wrote.
Looking ahead warily to the growing use of artificial intelligence in the courts, Roberts wrote: “I predict that human judges will be around for a while. But with equal confidence I predict that judicial work — particularly at the trial level — will be significantly affected by AI.”
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Chief Justice Roberts casts a wary eye on the uses of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Sunday turned his focus to the promise, and shortcomings, of artificial intelligence in the federal courts, in an annual report that made no mention of Supreme Court ethics or legal controversies involving Donald Trump.
Describing artificial intelligence as the “latest technological frontier,” Roberts discussed the pros and cons of computer-generated content in the legal profession. His remarks come just a few days after the latest instance of AI-generated fake legal citations making their way into official court records, in a case involving ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen.
“Always a bad idea,” Roberts wrote in his year-end report, noting that “any use of AI requires caution and humility.”
At the same time, though, the chief justice acknowledged that AI can make it much easier for people without much money to access the courts. “These tools have the welcome potential to smooth out any mismatch between available resources and urgent needs in our court system,” Roberts wrote.
The report came at the end of a year in which a series of stories questioned the ethical practices of the justices and the court responded to critics by adopting its first code of conduct. Many of those stories focused on Justice Clarence Thomas and his failure to disclose travel, other hospitality and additional financial ties with wealthy conservative donors including Harlan Crow and the Koch brothers. But Justices Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor also have been under scrutiny.
The country also is entering an the beginning of an election year that seems likely to enmesh the court in some way in the ongoing criminal cases against Trump and efforts to keep the Republican former president off the 2024 ballot.
Along with his eight colleagues, Roberts almost never discusses cases that are before the Supreme Court or seem likely to get there. In past reports, he has advocated for enhanced security and salary increases for federal judges, praised judges and their aides for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and highlighted other aspects of technological changes in the courts.
Roberts once famously compared judges to umpires who call balls and strikes, but don’t make the rules. In his latest report, he turned to a different sport, tennis, to make the point that technology won’t soon replace judges.
At many tennis tournaments, optical technology, rather than human line judges, now determines “whether 130 mile per hour serves are in or out. These decisions involve precision to the millimeter. And there is no discretion; the ball either did or did not hit the line. By contrast, legal determinations often involve gray areas that still require application of human judgment,” Roberts wrote.
Looking ahead warily to the growing use of artificial intelligence in the courts, Roberts wrote: “I predict that human judges will be around for a while. But with equal confidence I predict that judicial work — particularly at the trial level — will be significantly affected by AI.”
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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A surfer in Hawaii died at the hospital after a shark attack Saturday.
According toMaui County authorities, they received a report at around 11 a.m. local time Saturday about “a miscellaneous type incident.” Upon arrival, they discovered that Ocean Safety Officers had rescued and transported Jason Carter, a 39-year-old man, to shore using a jet ski.
Responders conducted life-saving measures until medical personnel arrived, and Carter was then taken to the Maui Memorial Medical Center for further treatment.
According to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Carter, who is originally from Haiku, faced the shark encounter while surfing at Paia Bay, where shark warning signs are placed on beaches one mile on either side of the bay.
While initial signs of foul play were not evident, the police department reports that the investigation is ongoing and an autopsy has been scheduled.
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John Howard had decided to join the United States-led invasion of Iraq before he took the matter to cabinet.
So adamant was he that no submissions to cabinet were ever made.
Instead, the then-prime minister relied on the dozens of discussions he’d had with the powerful National Security Council.
But what happened behind those closed doors, and whether the group ever considered the protracted conflict that would come from their invasion, remains secret.
Twenty years on from the war the United Nations branded “illegal”, to which Australia committed 2000 troops, a tranche of cabinet documents from 2003 have been released by the National Archives of Australia on Monday.
While hundreds of submissions and cabinet minutes have been released, documents from inside the powerful cabinet subcommittee are not captured in the Archives Act and remain unpublished.
Within the dossier that has been released, there is just one cabinet minute pertaining to the looming Iraq conflict from March 18, 2003 – the day before the invasion began – in which cabinet noted two oral submissions from Mr Howard.
In his address to cabinet, he stressed the belief Australia shared with the US and other like minded partners that Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction and posed a risk to international security.
The oral reports he gave to cabinet on March 18, 2003 – the day before the invasion began – noted the “extensive” discussions Mr Howard had with then-US president George W Bush and then-UK prime minister Tony Blair.
The newly released documents reveal Mr Howard told cabinet that hours earlier, Mr Bush had requested Australia join the coalition of the willing to disarm Iraq if Saddam Hussein failed to comply with a freshly-issued ultimatum to surrender and leave Iraq.
The cabinet noted that all signs pointed to Iraq possessing the weapons, and what risk that posed to “international peace and security”; the “potential to damage gravely” Australia’s security; and the risk of those weapons falling into the hands of terrorists.
The cabinet noted Hussein had failed to comply with the United Nations Security Council’s resolutions, but although the council did not sanction the invasion, the US forged ahead.
Iraq a ‘political decision’
For cabinet historian David Lee, the cabinet documents – or lack thereof in the case of Iraq – reinforces that Mr Howard’s decision on Iraq was, as Robert Garran had written in 2004, “political, not based on a dispassionate appraisal of the threats it possessed”.
Mr Howard himself has since written that the decision to go into Iraq was not just because of Australia’s own belief that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction, but also because of the close relationship and alliance Australia had with the US.
“What we do see from this is that Howard, as a conservative PM in the sense of the government, wanted the decision on intervention to go to full cabinet. It does do that, just not with a submission,” Professor Lee said.
“The absence of a submission indicates to me that there was a strong disposition that the government is going to support this decision, and really, they don’t want any stumbling blocks in the way of going ahead with this decision.”
Professor Lee posits that a written cabinet submission from the department of foreign affairs and trade, or legal advice from the solicitor-general could have slowed down or hindered what Mr Howard saw as inevitable.
Professor Lee says the lack of submissions to cabinet reinforced how willing Mr Howard’s government was to join the US.
“If the cabinet wanted a submission, it would (ask),” he said.
“It is regrettable that this didn’t happen because had cabinet had a full picture of the nature of the intelligence, the nature of Iraq, the potential geopolitical changes such as making Iran more powerful – these are all things that argued against the decision.”
Robert Hill, who was defence minister from 2002, said there are “a few lessons” to learn,
He said debate on whether or not Australia should take up the US’ request had happened, just not in front of the whole cabinet.
“Certainly the costs and the capabilities that we might best contribute and what were the risks associated with (the decision) … all of that in depth analysis, all of those issues were debated within the NSC,” he said.
“The difficulty with the full cabinet is that it’s not really structured for that detailed debate and analysis.”
Cabinet may not have received submissions or been the site of any discussion, but then-defence minister Robert Hill says that was all happening in the National Security Committee.
The cabinet minute from March 18 noted a memorandum of advice provided from, among others, the attorney-general’s department, that said the use of force against Iraq would be “consistent with Australia’s obligations under international law”.
The attorney-general “fully concurred with the advice”.
Mr Hill said cabinet had felt confident in its legal justification.
“In the end, our justifications was the flow on from the two UN resolutions, when we believed we couldn’t be satisfied with the requirements put on him (Saddam),” he said.
Professor Lee said Mr Howard might have faced a tougher time joining the invasion had the Governor-General at the time not been a clergyman.
Peter Hollingworth had sought the views of the attorney-general on the matter, to which Mr Howard intervened, telling him “no involvement was necessary” because any decision could be made without recourse to him.
“Had the governor-general in 2003 not been a clergyman but a lawyer as versed in constitutional law and practice as Kerr or Sir Ninian Stephen or Sir William Deane all were, he or she may well have insisted on advice from the attorney-general,” he posited.
The aftermath
In the end, the coalition never found the weapons, and the invasion soon descended into a regime topple that ultimately led to insurgency and to a civil war, with the protracted conflict continuing until 2011.
The newly released documents suggest cabinet in 2003 did not consider what might happen in the aftermath of the invasion.
Mr Hill said that 20 years of reflection had proved powerful, conceding there were things the government could have done better.
“Maybe we should have been more sceptical and kept pressing the intelligence services, but the difficulty was that all of the major intelligence services around the Western world held the same view (that Iraq had WMDs),” Mr Hill said.
“So maybe we (could have done things better), but I don’t know that even if we had persevered longer on that issue it would have added more clarity.
“There have been a few lessons, and I do think it is important to try to learn from history and try to learn from these experiences what goes right and what goes wrong.”
In the weeks after the invasion began, Mr Howard updated cabinet sporadically.
On April 1, cabinet noted an oral report from Mr Howard regarding the “progress of military operations and the contributions made by the ADF”.
Then, in June, the NSC noted the conflict in Iraq was having an impact on Australia’s humanitarian program.
In a submission from the immigration minister, Phillip Ruddock noted that – in keeping with the Howard government’s broader strategy on tackling people smuggling and irregular migration – the government would need to work to ensure both voluntary and involuntary returns of Iraqis were done “in a timely manner”.
He added that Iraqis had made up 41 per cent of all illegal boat arrivals between 1999 and 2001.
Professor Lee said it remained a mystery whether the political fallout of the invasion had any bearing on Mr Howard’s decision, saying he hoped those documents might soon be released.
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LUCKNOW: Ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to Ayodhya on Saturday, CM Yogi Adityanath who was out in the temple town taking stock of preparations in the morning, held an interaction with children who are beneficiaries of the PM Awas Yojana and had gathered at Rampath on Saturday to welcome the PM.
Yogi spoke to them about their school and studies. Sources said , Yogi asked them their names and inquired about their attendance at school and studies.
"The children were very excited to have the CM among them and happily answered his questions in what became an easy, informal conversation with the CM," said a spokesperson.
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PGA Tour seeks extension on commercial deal with Saudis, private investors
(AP) - The PGA Tour believes it has made enough progress with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf to extend their negotiations into next year for a new commercial deal that would include a U.S. investment group and the European tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a memo to players on Sunday afternoon, just seven hours before the deadline to finalize the deal that was set in the June 6 framework agreement.
The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made “meaningful progress” with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
“As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents,” Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as “active and productive.”
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. “We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date,” Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
“These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors,” Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an “objective, empirical-driven evaluation” of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a “fair and objective” process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight “signature” events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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Google Reaches Settlement in $5 Billion Privacy Lawsuit Over Chrome’s ‘Incognito’ Mode
Google has reached a settlement in a significant privacy lawsuit, accused of infringing upon users’ privacy by tracking their online activities, even in Chrome’s ‘incognito’ mode. The lawsuit, which sought damages amounting to $5 billion, alleged that Google gave users a false sense of security while browsing in what is generally considered a private mode, free from the prying eyes of data trackers. The terms of this landmark settlement remain undisclosed, marking a crucial milestone in the ongoing discourse around digital privacy and the responsibility of tech giants to safeguard user data.
A Misleading Sense of Privacy
Launched in 2008, the incognito mode of Google’s Chrome browser is widely perceived as a private browsing session, supposedly devoid of any data tracking. Users have long held the belief that their browsing history and personal information remain unrecorded when in incognito mode. However, the lawsuit lodged against Google contested this understanding, accusing the tech titan of ‘spying’ on users by tracking their internet usage, even during private browsing sessions.
The Disquieting Allegations
The suit, filed in 2020, accused Google of misleading users into believing that their internet activities were untracked in incognito mode. Notably, the lawsuit claimed that ‘millions of individuals’ were likely affected by this infringement, thereby amplifying the gravity of Google’s alleged privacy breach. The original complaint suggested a payout of $100 to $1,000 per plaintiff, potentially accumulating to millions in total.
Towards a More Secure Digital Future
The settlement, pending approval from a federal judge, is expected to be presented to the court by February 24, 2024. This development underscores the rising importance of data privacy in our increasingly digitally connected world. It serves as a reminder to tech companies of the critical role they play in shaping a secure digital landscape. Notwithstanding, the undisclosed terms of the settlement leave many questions unanswered about the implications of this case on future digital privacy norms and policies.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 2:10 PM EST|Updated: 40 minutes ago
Looking for info on how to watch all of the college football postseason action now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
Watch college football all season long on Fubo and ESPN+!
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Rantz: Antisemites plan to disrupt New Year’s Space Needle show
Dec 31, 2023, 2:30 PM | Updated: 4:30 pm
(Photo: Jason Rantz, KTTH AM 770)
Antisemites are threatening to disrupt the New Year’s Eve fireworks celebration at the Space Needle in Seattle.
According to social media posts, including a Facebook event page, fringe Senate candidate and Sound Transit contractor Aria Rey Ursa, activist and Seattle Green Earth Cleaning staffer Heather Yingling, and the Palestine Solidarity Committee of Seattle organized the pro-Hamas rally. Activists are asked to bring their “keffiyehs, flags, and protest signs/banners to the Space Needle for NYE and end 2023 in solidarity with Palestine!”
An accompanying rally called “Shut it Down! for Palestine” is also being organized by anti-Zionists and is part of an international call to “free Palestine.”
Seattle Police are ready for antisemites planning to disrupt tonight’s Space Needle fireworks celebration. pic.twitter.com/6KweWIvuOa
— Jason Rantz on KTTH Radio (@jasonrantz) December 31, 2023
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Seattle Police are ready
Though only around 70 people RSVPed to the event via Facebook, hundreds of antisemites have consistently gathered in downtown Seattle every Saturday since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack against Israel.
The activists have defended the terrorist group Hamas, claiming that they’re resistance fighters, while downplaying or justifying the rape, kidnap, and murder of innocent Jews. The hate rallies frequently amplify calls to wipe Israel off the map.
If even a fraction of the Saturday rallygoers show up, they can significantly disrupt the fireworks celebration. It’s why Seattle Police are ready to intervene.
According to a police source, the department is adamant about avoiding a repeat of the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Last month, activists disrupted the event, angering the crowd. Seattle Police are tasked with keeping the antisemitic protesters away from the fireworks and the KING 5 broadcast.
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3-year-old shot while sitting inside apartment
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 6:59 PM CST|Updated: seconds ago
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A 3-year-old was rushed to the hospital after a shooting on New Year’s Eve.
Police were called to a home on Edgewater Cove just before 6 p.m.
Police say the child was inside an apartment with family when a bullet came inside through the window.
A child was found with a gunshot wound and rushed to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in critical condition.
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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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Long before he married Meghan Markle and made a new life for himself away from royal life, Prince Harry spent a “gap year” in the Australian outback, where he said he had the “best weeks of (his) life”.
A tranche of cabinet documents and photos, released from the National Archives of Australia on Monday, include a photo of a then 19-year-old prince with Governor General Michael Jeffery and his wife Marlena, near the end of his time in the former colony.
Having just graduated from Eton, the Duke of Sussex spent three months living on Tooloombilla Station in central Queensland before he returned home to join the British Army.
The 16,000 hectare cattle property, 150km northwest of Roma, was owned by friends of the Prince’s late mother Diana.
In his memoir “Spare” published last year, Prince Harry revealed that after being confronted by his father, he confessed to “experimenting” with marijuana on several occasions.
The book revealed then-Prince Charles had suggested his youngest son take a gap year in favour of university as a result.
“My family believed hard labour is the answer to everything,” he wrote.
“This wasn’t merely work. Being a jackaroo required stamina, but it also demanded a certain artistry.
“You had to be a whisperer to animals. You had to be a reader of the skies, and the land. You also had to possess a superior level of horsemanship”.
He said in the memoir he had been treated like everybody else while on the property.
He had initially planned to spend six months in Australia, but cut the trip short after paparazzi began camping out at the property about nine weeks into his stay.
“Paps were like ants. There was never just one,” he writes. “The police were pleased with themselves. But I was glum. I knew what was sure enough, the very next day, two more crept onto the farm. Time to go.”
“I thanked the Hill family for nine of the best weeks of my life and flew home, arriving just before Christmas.”
In addition to the months in remote Queensland, he visited Sydney to watch the Rugby World Cup and visit Taronga Zoo.
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8:20 PM, December 31, 2023Coverage: NBC
Capacity: 67,202
Down:1st & 10
Ball on:GB 30
Drive:5 plays, 24 yards, 2:42
Last Play:1st & 10 at GB 30
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19 best rap lyrics about popping bottles
Every day is a great day to celebrate, and you only have one life to live, so turn on these party anthems and pop a bottle!
Music is the soundtrack of life, and for the past 50 years, hip hop has been the life of the party. We’ve seen MCs rock the club and rappers rock the block, documenting nightlife and painting vivid pictures of the partygoer scene from New York to L.A. to the Dirty South. Rest assured, wherever a good time is being had, drinks will be flowing, and whether you indulge in champagne or gin and juice, this list of the best rap lyrics about popping bottles is for you.
Every day is a great day to celebrate. Life is short, and you only have one life to live, so whether it be a birthday, holiday, new job or wedding, turn on these party anthems and pop a bottle!
1. After Party by Don Toliver: “Okay, I pull up, hop out at the after party / You and all your friends, yeah, they love to get naughty / Sippin’ on that Henn’, I know you love that Bacardi / 1942, I take you back in that ‘Rari”
Let’s kick off our playlist is Don Toliver’s “After Party.” The electric up-tempo track, produced by Sonny Digital, transports the listener to an exciting night out in the artist’s hometown of Houston. The visuals showcase home video-style footage of the Cactus Jack artist in various night clubs and zooming on the highway in impressive sports cars. As the title states, the real party starts once the club closes.
2. Pass the Courvoisier, Part II by Busta Rhymes ft. Diddy and Pharrell Williams: “N**gas frontin’ with they thug image, but we pay them no mind / Now drink until the bottle finished, talk to me”
This throwback party anthem will never get old. “Pass The Courvoisier, Part II” is a 2002 banger where Diddy linked with Busta Rhymes for a call and response style turn up with producer Pharrell Williams’ smooth vocals on the chorus. The horns and Spanish guitar are clear indicators of the time, and the drum pattern is so obviously Neptunes that you can’t help but feel the vibe. Whatever you prefer to drink, this song is a party anthem for the ages.
3. Poppin’ Bottles by T.I. ft Drake: “Bring the 1738 Champagne the boss / Watch ya gettin’ money, make it rain, buy a bottle”
Bottle wars between VIP sections in the club are nothing new. On the club bop “Poppin’ Bottles,” T.I. and Drake challenged their contemporaries to buy bottle after bottle of champagne for them and everyone around them to enjoy.
4. Pop Bottles by Wiz Khalifa: “Shorty in the club with her eyes on me / So, I pop one bottle, pop two bottles, pop three”
Trying to attract women is one of Wiz’s central goals on a night out at the club. With this lyric, he shows how to do just that — by popping bottles all night long!
5. Ball by T.I. ft. Lil Wayne: “Hoppin’ out the Lambos and Ferraris in this b**ch / Poppin’ bottles with a thick red super model b**ch”
When the club is lit and the ballers walk in, you may have heard the DJ put this one on. “Ball” by T.I. featuring Lil Wayne is a great meeting of the minds when it comes to Southern rap. The beat draws heavy influence from Wayne’s New Orleans bounce roots, but T.I.’s notable trap influence allows him to float on the track just like a strawberry in a glass of champagne.
6. Drop It Like It’s Hot by Snoop Dogg ft. Pharrell Williams: “I got the Rollie on my arm, and I’m pouring Chandon / And I roll the best weed ‘cause I got it going on”
Snoop Dogg has had the blueprint for West Coast party vibes since day one. Graduating from 1993’s “Gin & Juice,” Uncle Snoop is pouring up Chandon champagne for the ladies who are loving his jewelry and his weed in this 2004 banger. With production and lyrical support from Pharrell Williams, this party anthem will live on for eternity.
7. If I Can’t by 50 Cent: “If I can’t do it, homie, it can’t be done / Now I’ma let the champagne bottle pop / I’ma take it to the top”
When you’ve done all that you can, sometimes it’s best to just surrender to the party life. In this 2003 album cut, 50 Cent lets go of the reins as he declares that he’ll be successful one way or another, so he might as well celebrate now.
8. One More Drink by Ludacris ft. T-Pain: “’Cause Hennessy mixed with a whole bunch of buddha / Equals you, mixed with a whole bunch of Luda”
Ludacris has always blurred the line between comedy and rap with his punchlines and storytelling, but this linkup with T-Pain is pure laughs. The classic beat sets the tone for Luda to tell the tale of a night out in Atlanta drinking across multiple clubs with fine ladies. Throughout the song, he talks about drinking beer and champagne, but ultimately, cognac helped him seal the deal for a night he won’t soon forget.
9. Pop That by French Montana ft. Lil Wayne, Rick Ross and Drake: “Greystone, 20 bottles that’s all me / On the couch, wildin’ out yelling free my n**gas ’til they all free”
Clubs around the nation helped to give this banger a life of its own. “Pop That” by French Montana still takes any night at the club to the next level. In 2013, linking up with the top rappers of the time was a genius move to climb the charts and get the party on jumping all over the country.
10. Fresh Prince of Belaire by Dave East and Rick Ross: “Gold bottles, pop ’em like it’s ’96 / You never seen a brick / I pray to God my team get rich / Black bottles, pop ’em at your funeral”
This gritty New York hip hop track is a lot different from the club songs of the early 2000s. Dave East switched it all up on this 2018 hit about life in the drug game and the bottle popping culture.
11. Pop Bottles by Birdman ft. Lil Wayne: “Start with straight shots and then pop bottles / Flirt with the hood rats, then pop models”
Lil Wayne singlehandedly ran the game in the early 2000s, and one of the songs that solidified his spot was his feature on Birdman’s “Pop Bottles.” The way Wayne burst through the hard hitting 808’s of the beat captivates your energy and gets anyone turned up. The hook serves as instructions on the order of events when you’re at a Cash Money function.
12. MONACO by Bad Bunny: “Drinking lots of champagne, we’re never dry / They’re talking alone, talking with their echo / The money sign is my new zodiac / Light up a cigar, the family is in Monaco” (English translation)
Bad Bunny’s songs always make for a good time, and whether you speak Spanish or not, you can feel the excitement in his music. That’s why 2023’s “MONACO” had to make this list. The beat, which almost sounds like the score to a mob movie, flexes lyrics about the high life and vacationing in Europe. In this verse, the Puerto Rican MC lets the listener know just how lit he and his family stay, especially when they’re celebrating.
13. Shots by LMFAO ft. Lil Jon: “We like Ciroc / We love Patron / We came to party rock / Everybody, it’s on”
In 2012, hip hop became more mainstream than ever thanks to the integration of pop and rap acts including this one with LMFAO and Lil Jon. The King of Crunk hopped on production and the hook to encourage fans to head to the bar. The rap duo picked no favorites when it came to liquor as they named any and every type of shot you’d hear at a college dive bar and provided us with an unforgettable fusion of pop and rap for the club.
14. Drunk in Love by Beyoncé ft. JAY-Z: “That D’USSÉ is the s**t if I do say so myself / If I do say so myself, if I do say so myself”
Beyonce stopped the world when she released her self-titled album in 2013 with no warning. One of the breakout singles, “Drunk in Love,” showcased the artist a bit differently than fans were used to. She proudly belted out lyrics about drinking watermelon and riding surf boards after a wild night at the club. JAY-Z’s feature on the track was a prime opportunity for him to brag on the brand D’USSÉ and his sex game all in one.
15. Gin and Juice by Snoop Dogg: “Rollin’ down the street, smokin’ indo, sippin’ on gin and juice / Laid back (With my mind on my money and my money on my mind)”
A track depicting the ultimate house party is fitting for a West Coast rap song in 1993. Snoop Dogg’s “Gin and Juice” became an instant classic due to his laid-back flow and the cadence perfect for head nodding. It allowed everyone to vibe whether you could dance or just nod along.
16. LOVE. By Kendrick Lamar: “Sipping bubbly, feeling lovely / Living lovely”
Everyone once in a while, rap produces an unforgettable love song, like 2017’s “LOVE.” by Kendrick Lamar. The song illustrates a budding new romance when things are exciting, easy and adventurous. While describing the feeling and setting the mood, K-Dot rhymes bubbly with lovely, and the lovers all around the world felt their hearts melt.
17. Pop Champagne by Ron Browz and Jim Jones ft. Juelz Santana: “Drinkin’ bottles of that Clique ‘til I spit it up / Only gettin’ one life so you gotta live it up”
“Pop Champagne” is one of those tracks that just sounds like money. From the up-tempo beat to the auto-tuned vocals of Ron Browz, the party starts when this song comes on. The hook brags about popping champagne when Jim Jones recounts the order he put in from the VIP section, including Veuve Clicquot champagne along with water and other spirits.
18. Captain Hook by Megan Thee Stallion: “Drinking D’USSÉ out the motherf**kin’ bottle / I’m a rapper, not no motherf**kin’ model”
Megan Thee Stallion has always referred to herself as the cognac queen, so once signing to JAY-Z’s Roc Nation, it makes sense that she would plug his D’USSÉ brand. “Captain Hook” is a 2020 track that will rock Hot Girl Summers for years to come.
19. One Margarita (Margarita Song) by That Chick Angel, Casa Di and Steve Terrell: “Give me one margarita, I’ma open my legs / Give me two margaritas, I’ma give you some head”
Turning up is not reserved only for the 25-and-under crowd. In 2023, That Chick Angel made a party anthem for women in the “forty and fabulous” club with “One Margarita.” She is seen in the music video enjoying a night at a Mexican Restaurant while she explains the effects of tequila on her. At 43, she’s too grown to beat around the bush, so this explicit song is tons of fun and serves as a sign to sip a margarita tonight.
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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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MADURAI: Upholding a family court order dismissing a man's plea for dissolution of marriage on the ground that his wife could not bear a child after her uterus was removed during treatment for ovarian cancer, the Madras high court said it was not inclined to sever matrimonial ties as the wife was saved by the 'act of God' when cancer tried to separate her from her husband permanently.
The court was hearing the man's appeal challenging the Tirunelveli family court order which dismissed his plea for dissolution of the marriage solemnised in 2014. After the first three pregnancies resulted in abortion, the woman became pregnant again but was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. During treatment at Adyar Cancer Institute her uterus was removed.
In 2019, the man moved the family court for dissolution of marriage saying his wife would not be able to bear a child and that she had suppressed the fact that she had cancer prior to marriage. The court said there was no evidence of suppression. and subsequent cancer, which resulted in removal of the uterus, cannot be a ground to file a petition dissolution of marriage. It dismissed the plea and the man moved the high court.
A division bench of Justice R M T Teekaa Raman and Justice P B Balaji observed that when the wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and her uterus was removed during the treatment, it cannot be treated as cruelty to the husband warranting dissolution of marriage, but it is an 'act of fate or destiny'.
The judges confirmed the order of the family court and dismissed the appeal.
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The Carolina Panthers have had a terrible, terrible season from hell, and it only hit a new low on Sunday.
Scoring zero points in a 26-0 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars — who were starting backup quarterback C.J. Beathard — as Bryce Young’s brutal rookie season comes to a near-close wasn’t even the worst part of the day.
Averaging 2.3 yards per play and not crossing 100 total yards until the fourth quarter wasn’t the lowest point of the day for the Panthers.
No, in a moment of what can (at best) be described as a brief loss of control, Panthers team owner David Tepper appeared to throw a drink at an unruly Jaguars fan who was in front of him toward the end of the game. Tepper's Panthers have been unequivocally the worst team in the league this year, but there is simply no excuse for this behavior in the middle of tough times — particularly from his perch as the owner of a NFL team.
"We are aware of the video and have no further comment at this time," the NFL said in a statement, according to Joe Person of The Athletic. The Panthers themselves, meanwhile, still haven't commented.
This is just flat-out a rotten way to behave. Fights have been ignited over throwing drinks on people. It’s one of the most disrespectful, non-physical things a human can do to another human. Alcohol with backwash all over a t-shirt or an expensive jersey ain’t cool, man. Especially amid the power dynamics of Tepper not just being a team owner, but one of the singularly richest people in the entire world.
Tepper might as well be an anonymous person on the internet in that scenario. He’s completely untouchable as a person of his financial and social stature. He would never suffer a real punishment for behaving in this fashion because there is nothing that the person who got the drink poured on him can do. It’s an abuse of power as much as it is just a lame thing to do.
To take it a step further, if this is how Tepper is acting in public, it's easy to see why the Panthers have had so many head coaches in the brief time that Tepper has owned the team. It was an illogical, rushed, emotional response that puts him and his decision making under further scrutiny and gives partial context as to why the Panthers have been so dysfunctional over the past few years. A rotating door of head coaches and their interim replacements, musical chairs at quarterback, trading up for Young when the roster clearly wasn't ready to support a rookie quarterback — and now, this unruly moment that has been caught on camera.
Panthers fans are already (kind of) joking about whether or not this moment can be used to strip Tepper of his ownership. That isn’t going to happen. It takes a lot more than that for someone to lose their team, but it does paint the picture of where this team is.
The Panthers are just 31-67 since Tepper took over in 2018 and he’s about to hire his third full-time head coach in that timespan with a roster that doesn’t appear anywhere close to competing, even in the dismal NFC South.
At some point Tepper is going to have to stumble into success by mistake, even with his rash and hasty decision-making.
The part here that resonates beyond football is that everyone knows Tepper won’t or can’t face real discipline through this due to the power he holds. When you’re this wealthy in America, this is sadly one of the perks afforded to you.
The only hope here is that Tepper can see this as a moment of weakness and hopefully make changes for himself that will make the Panthers a respected franchise again. It simply doesn’t have to be like this.
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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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Google Settles $5 Billion Privacy Lawsuit: A Milestone for Digital Privacy
In a landmark moment for digital privacy, Google has settled a $5 billion privacy lawsuit that accused the tech behemoth of tracking users, even when they were browsing in ‘incognito’ mode on its Chrome browser. This decision, which has far-reaching implications for the tech industry and its users, represents a significant legal recognition of the importance of user privacy in the digital age.
Unveiling the Incognito Illusion
The class-action lawsuit, filed in 2020, alleged that Google misled users into believing that their internet activities would remain untracked while using incognito mode. However, the plaintiffs claimed that Google continued to gather a significant amount of information on users, violating their expectations of privacy. This alleged breach of privacy, the lawsuit argued, gave users a false sense of security, leading them to believe they were browsing privately when, in reality, their data was still being tracked and collected.
The Settlement and Its Implications
The settlement figure, reported to be around $5 billion, translates to approximately A$7.3 billion. While the terms of the settlement have not been disclosed, it serves as a potent reminder of tech companies’ responsibilities to protect user privacy, especially when users have taken explicit steps to ensure it.
The settlement still requires approval from a federal judge in California, and the plaintiffs’ lawyers expect to present the court with a final settlement agreement by February 24, 2024. This case represents a significant moment in the ongoing conversation about digital privacy, putting tech giants on notice about the importance of respecting user privacy.
Google’s Stance and Future Outlook
Google, at the time of writing, has not responded to the settlement. It remains to be seen how this lawsuit will impact the tech giant’s privacy policies and practices moving forward. However, this settlement certainly adds to a growing trend of big tech companies resolving privacy-related issues through settlements, signaling a shift in the industry’s approach to privacy concerns.
As we continue to navigate the digital age, it’s clear that maintaining user privacy and trust is a critical responsibility for tech companies. This settlement underscores that responsibility and serves as a reminder that even the most powerful tech giants are not above accountability.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Pac-12 on the docket. For info on how to watch all of the hard-hitting action, keep scrolling.
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By: Horndiplomat staff
The president of the Republic of Somaliland Muse Bihi Abdi arrives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for an official state visit.
Ethiopia Foreign Affairs Minister Demeke Mekonnen and high-ranking government officials warmly welcomed President Abdi upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
President Abdi is expected to meet and confer with various heavyweights of the Ethiopian government on a host of regional and bilateral issues.
This story has been updated with additional information.
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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.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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PGA Tour seeks extension on commercial deal with Saudis, private investors
(AP) - The PGA Tour believes it has made enough progress with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf to extend their negotiations into next year for a new commercial deal that would include a U.S. investment group and the European tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a memo to players on Sunday afternoon, just seven hours before the deadline to finalize the deal that was set in the June 6 framework agreement.
The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made “meaningful progress” with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
“As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents,” Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as “active and productive.”
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. “We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date,” Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
“These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors,” Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an “objective, empirical-driven evaluation” of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a “fair and objective” process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight “signature” events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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One man is fighting for life and more than a dozen people were treated for injuries following a possible explosion at a residential address in Melbourne.
Emergency services converged on a residence along Development Boulevard in Mill Park late on Sunday night following reports of a fire.
A man sustained life-threatening injuries and 10 other people were hospitalised, with reports suggesting those injured were in attendance at a party involving close to 100 people.
Eight of the injured were rushed to the Alfred Hospital and another three were transported to the Northern Hospital.
Four other people at the scene were treated but did not require any further care.
On Monday, one man was still in a critical condition, while two others were in a serious condition.
One woman was discharged from Alfred Hospital.
Police do not believe the incident is suspicious and investigations remain ongoing.
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INDIANAPOLIS -- Jack Jones lined up on the left side of the Las Vegas Raiders' defensive line and put a hand on the ground. He watched Indianapolis Colts long-snapper Luke Rhodes' movement with the ball to better time his "get-off" on the snap. Then a horizontal Jones dove at and nearly got a hand on Matt Gay's 50-yard field goal attempt and exhaled as the football bounded off the right upright.
No good.
The Raiders, trailing at the time by a touchdown with 3:20 to play in a game they needed to win to stay alive in the playoff chase, would get the ball at their own 40-yard line.
Except ...
Jones was flagged for being offside.
Even as replays seemed to show Jones moving with the ball being snapped.
Gay made the ensuing 45-yard field-goal attempt and the Raiders would eventually fall 23-20, and, falling to 7-9 on the season, find themselves eliminated from the postseason race for the 19th time in the past 21 seasons.
Jones claimed he was not offside, again saying he timed his get-off to go with the snap. When pressed that he must have been lined up offside, he said he was not, that he had checked with the side judge before the snap.
Jones even took to social media to show video of his 'get-off' on the play, saying, "... on to next week... watch the tape."
🤐... on to next week.. watch the tape pic.twitter.com/PTpLVFFT7T
— Jack Jones🏄🏽♂️ (@presidentjacc) December 31, 2023
Raiders interim coach Antonio Pierce, whose team entered the game as the least-penalized team in the NFL, was cautious to not criticize the officials for the seeming game-sealing flag.
"I didn't see it," Pierce said. "They called it so, I mean, it went against us. Obviously, something happened for them to make [the call]. It was too close."
Jones, a mid-November waiver wire pickup who had a pick-six in each of the Raiders' two previous games, was also flagged for a curious pass interference penalty earlier on the same drive.
With Indianapolis facing third and 8 at their own 38-yard line, Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew threw a deep ball down the right side to Michael Pittman Jr. Jones shoved Pittman, but the ball landed out of bounds.
Pierce said he asked the ref "a simple question" after that flag.
"They felt like he interfered while the ball was in the air," Pierce said. "Didn't think it was too far out of bounds. I don't want to second-guess the referees like I'm going to be second-guessed."
Four plays later, Jones was flagged for being offside on the critical field-goal attempt.
"I mean, that's been the story for us this year," said Raiders All-Pro receiver Davante Adams, who had 13 catches on 22 targets for 126 yards and a touchdown. "It's been more about us beating ourselves, and not being able to either, convert in situations when we should, or having those penalties. And, obviously, that makes it a lot harder to win the game. So, it's definitely frustrating.
"It's about discipline and consistency and we didn't really display that today. We definitely had been better. We've been the least penalized team and today, situationally, we didn't do that. ... I'm sure all of the teams that are eliminated at this point, not just us, are frustrated. We definitely are a little extra [frustrated], just based off of what we have, and the potential of this team."
The Raiders are 4-4 under Pierce, with sublime wins (New York Giants 30-6, Los Angeles Chargers 63-21 and Kansas City Chiefs 20-14) and curious losses (Minnesota Vikings, 3-0, and Sunday's loss to the Colts). They close out the season by playing host to the Denver Broncos next weekend.
"Even if we won this game, there wasn't no guarantee we were getting in the playoffs anyway," Pierce said. "A lot of things [would] have [had] to go our way ... one thing I'll say, these men in this locker room, these coaches, they love playing, they love being Raiders, proud about being Raiders. I'm proud of coaching these guys. We're going to keep rolling and keep fighting. I promise you this, we'll put the best 11 [players] out there whenever we play next weekend.
"We get paid to play 17 games. I'm being paid to instruct and coach for 17 games ... season ain't over until it's over."
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Chance The Rapper calls out dusty haters criticizing Black actresses’ complaints of being underpaid
In an Instagram Story, Chance said the worst part of seeing reactions to the viral topic is the comments that invalidate Black actresses’ claims.
Chance The Rapper is supporting Black actresses who have spoken out about the pay and treatment disparities they have experienced in Hollywood.
The topic gained renewed interest when Taraji P. Henson was moved to tears, detailing how she has continuously fought for proper compensation and opportunities — which still pale in comparison to her white counterparts — despite her proven track record of success in television and film.
Henson made the remarks during a SiriusXM interview with Gayle King on Dec. 19 while promoting her latest movie, The Color Purple, alongside castmate Danielle Brooks and director Blitz Bazawule. The “Empire” star has been vocal about the breakdown of her pay in the past, but her latest remarks made her message about being undervalued a larger discourse. As a result, her peers have chimed in with their similar testimonies, and social media users have expressed their criticisms.
Chance has an issue with the latter. On Saturday (Dec. 30), he candidly addressed the hateful opinions attempting to invalidate the complaints in an Instagram Story. He began, “I try not to add my voice to like, I don’t know, current pop culture events and s**t that doesn’t have to do with me, but there’s this current conversation going on right now, a lot of Black women, Black actresses, are coming out and talking about how they was did dirty in the industry, how they weren’t paid for their work.”
The Coloring Book rapper noted, “And this has been going on for years, but the worst part [is] seeing the comments under a lot of these posts.” Chance took particular issue with the fact that many have stated that Black actors “should have negotiated better or they should have read their contract and stuff.”
He continued, “And these be like the dirtiest, dustiest, brokest, like, least goal having, definitely least goal accomplishing people in the world, and they’ll write some stuff, and they’ve never negotiated a contract, they’ve never had to hire a lawyer, and if they did, it’s like, n**ga you not in The Color Purple. Like, you not doing nothin’.”
The film, which, opened in theaters on Dec. 25 has been a box office success, claiming the best Christmas Day opening for a movie since 2009.
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MADURAI: The mahila court in Madurai on December 26 convicted and sentenced a man to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for hurling acid at two 17-year-old college students in the district in 2014.
The incident happened on September 12 that year when four girl students were returning from college at Thirumangalam. Around 2pm when they were near the bus stand, S Sankaranarayanan of Thirumangalam hurled acid at them and escaped.
Two of the girls sustained burn injuries on their face, neck and hands. They underwent treatment at the hospital. Thirumangalam Town police registered a case and arrested Sankaranarayanan.
Sankaranarayanan's counsel claimed that his client was of unsound mind at the time of the incident, but rejecting it, sessions judge G Nagarajan said the accused procured acid and escaped from the place of occurrence after committing the offence. This clearly proves that he knew the effect of the act and ensuing danger if he remains at the place.
The judge observed that the prosecution has proved the acid attack on the girls by the accused beyond all reasonable doubts whereas the accused has failed to prove his plea of unsound mind. Considering the gravity of offence and the physical and mental agony undergone by the victims, the judge said it was not a fit case to take a lenient view in sentencing but requires a stringent punishment.
Hence, the judge sentenced Sankaranarayanan to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹40,000 on him. Taking into account the nature of the injuries, physical and mental trauma of the victims, the judge recommended to the Madurai district legal services authority to provide adequate compensation to the victims under relevant victim compensation scheme.
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Top 25 College Football Streams & TV Channel Info | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 2:46 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
Among the best games on the 2023 bowl game schedule is the No. 3 Texas Longhorns squaring off against the No. 2 Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl.
Find what you need regarding how to watch this weekend of college football right here. Check out the links below.
How to Watch AP Top 25 Games
No. 24 James Madison Dukes at Air Force Falcons
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Air Force (-2)
Virginia Tech Hokies at No. 23 Tulane Green Wave
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Virginia Tech (-11.5)
No. 16 Louisville Cardinals at USC Trojans
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Petco Park
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Louisville (-4.5)
Texas A&M Aggies at No. 22 Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: NRG Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Oklahoma State (-3.5)
No. 17 SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Fenway Park
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: SMU (-13)
No. 19 NC State Wolfpack at Kansas State Wildcats
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ACCN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Kansas State (-3)
No. 14 Arizona Wildcats at No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Alamodome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Arizona (-2.5)
No. 21 Oregon State Beavers at No. 15 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: Sun Bowl Stadium
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Notre Dame (-5.5)
No. 9 Missouri Tigers at No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Ohio State (-4)
No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels at No. 10 Penn State Nittany Lions
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Penn State (-6)
No. 6 Georgia Bulldogs at No. 4 Florida State Seminoles
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Georgia (-22.5)
Wisconsin Badgers at No. 13 LSU Tigers
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: LSU (-8.5)
No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 25 Tennessee Volunteers
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Tennessee (-5.5)
No. 18 Liberty Flames at No. 8 Oregon Ducks
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Oregon (-17.5)
No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide at No. 1 Michigan Wolverines
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Rose Bowl
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Michigan (-1.5)
No. 3 Texas Longhorns at No. 2 Washington Huskies
- Time: 8:45 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Caesars Superdome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Texas (-3.5)
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Ivana Trump’s Lavish NY Townhouse Endures Market, Awaits Exclusive Buyer
The unsold townhouse of Ivana Trump, former President Donald Trump’s first ex-wife, continues to gather dust on the real estate market. This six-story property, nestled in the heart of New York at 10 E 64th St, has been on sale for over a year. Despite enduring a price cut of $4 million in September, bringing its asking price down to $22.5 million, there have been no takers.
A Walk Through Time
Constructed in 1879, this 8,800 square-foot residence is a testament to the aesthetic sensibilities of the 1990s. Ivana Trump’s personal touch is evident in the lavish ‘French Versailles-flavored’ decor that permeates every corner of the townhouse. From plush red carpets, walls swathed in silk, gold accents that catch the light, to ornate crystal chandeliers, the house is a bold statement of luxury. Ivana Trump, who tragically passed away from a fall on the grand staircase in July 2022, left the townhouse as a time capsule of her life. Family photos and personal items still adorn the home, adding a poignant personal touch to the grandeur.
A Price to Match the Past
The townhouse, purchased by Ivana in 1992 for a modest $2.5 million, underwent expensive renovations under her stewardship. The current price per square foot rings in at just under $2,600, aligning with the average for luxury home sales in New York City. Despite this seemingly competitive pricing, the townhouse has failed to find a buyer, with its time on the market exceeding the average of five and a half months for NYC townhouses. The property’s high cost is further compounded by property taxes amounting to $10,900 a month.
Real estate experts opine that the townhouse might be overpriced, but it could also be the property’s distinctive style that’s limiting its appeal to a broader market. The highly personalized interior, a testament to Ivana’s flamboyant style, may be contributing to the extended time on the market.
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With the regular season behind us, it's time for bowl season and the College Football Playoff. The postseason slate includes eight games that feature teams from the Big Ten. To ensure you catch all of the action, see the column below for details on how to watch.
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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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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.
UP NEXT
Raptors: Host Cleveland on Monday night.
Pistons: At Houston on Monday night.
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PGA Tour seeks extension on commercial deal with Saudis, private investors
(AP) - The PGA Tour believes it has made enough progress with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf to extend their negotiations into next year for a new commercial deal that would include a U.S. investment group and the European tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a memo to players on Sunday afternoon, just seven hours before the deadline to finalize the deal that was set in the June 6 framework agreement.
The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made “meaningful progress” with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
“As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents,” Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as “active and productive.”
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. “We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date,” Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
“These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors,” Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an “objective, empirical-driven evaluation” of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a “fair and objective” process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight “signature” events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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Small aircraft makes emergency landing in Davenport field
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A small, private aircraft had to make an emergency landing in Davenport field Sunday evening.
According to the Davenport Police Department, the aircraft made the emergency landing in a field near the 5900 block of Tremont Avenue around 4:40 p.m. The plane was approaching the Davenport Municipal Airport for landing when the pilot reported mechanical problems and made the emergency landing.
Two individuals were on board, but there were no apparent injuries. Both passengers declined treatment.
Davenport Police and Fire Departments provided an initial response. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board were notified of the incident. No further information is available.
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Fire crew in Renton contains 2-alarm fire, saves several pets
Dec 31, 2023, 3:54 PM
(Photo courtesy of King County Fire District 20/@SkywayFire)
Fire crews in Renton contained a quick-moving two-alarm fire in an apartment building Sunday morning and saved several pets in the process.
King County Fire District 20 (Skyway Fire) reported on its social media channels that it worked with the Renton Regional Fire Authority and the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority to put out the fire on the top floor of the four-story building on the 300 block of Taylor Street NW in Renton.
Skyway Fire reported all the people living in the apartment complex made it out safely. The district did report on Instagram 12 people were displaced and the American Red Cross is assisting them.
Crews also reported being able to rescue several pets. However, one cat didn’t make it out of the fire, Skyway Fire said.
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The fire shut down Taylor Avenue in both directions for a few hours.
The Renton Regional Fire Authority reported Sunday afternoon on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the fire was “extinguished” and “the cause of the fire is under investigation.”
Skyway Fire confirmed the Renton Regional Fire Authority’s Marshals Office is investigating the cause of the fire as it has not yet been determined.
@SkywayFire @KingCoMedicOne with @RentonRFA and @PugetSoundFire are on scene of a 2-alarm apartment fire in the 300 Block of Taylor NW. Skyway Firefighters rescued several pets when they arrived. The fire scene is still active and Taylor will be closed for a while. pic.twitter.com/aYpWdPnsAd
— Skyway Fire (KCFD20) (@SkywayFire) December 31, 2023
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Sydney was hit with crazy scenes in the early hours of the morning as thousands of revellers attempted to get home, filling the streets of the CBD after the spectacular fireworks display.
Thousands crammed into iconic vantage points along Sydney’s harbour from as early as 5am on Sunday, with police warning that all viewing spots in the city and North Sydney filled up by early evening.
More than one million people were expected to flood the city.
Authorities scheduled an additional 1000 trains and 1258 bus services, also ramping up the frequency of light rail and metro services in preparation for the inundation of the CBD and harbour foreshore.
But the preparation didn’t stop thousands of people from becoming stuck in the CBD for hours following the fireworks.
Videos posted to social media show the crowds standing still waiting to leave the city.
Many were stuck outside train stations for hours, trying to enter but being bottlenecked at the entrance.
Other videos showed that attending the fireworks was not all it was cracked up to be, with one TikTok video showing rats running into the trees in Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens.
Another video shows revellers missing out on the fireworks because a train goes through Circular Quay train station.
NSW Police remained throughout the CBD and surrounding suburbs as crowds attempted to leave the celebrations and make their way home.
Thousands of people gathered as early as 5am around the city in the hope of getting a front-row seat.
One group of men lined up for three days at the Domain. The line began moving just before 8am to allow people into the Royal Botanic Gardens.
Some also were lining up since midnight at the Opera House, with footage on Sunday showing the crowds running towards the fence at the harbour for a good view.
Meanwhile, others set up tents on Cockatoo Island and camped overnight to ensure prime positions.
The Sydney Harbour attendance was the biggest in years, with 38 of the 49 vantage points free on a first-in, first-served basis.
The government promised, when elected, to stop ticketing New Year’s Eve vantage points around the harbour.
A packed crowd counted down from 10 to one as pink lights lit up the Harbour Bridge before the night blasted off with explosions of sparkle and dazzling light.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The New England Patriots' turnover-filled 27-21 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday clinched a last-place finish in the AFC East -- the first for the franchise since 2000, which was Bill Belichick's first year as head coach.
Entering this season, the only team that had a longer active streak without a last-place division finish was the Pittsburgh Steelers (1988).
The Patriots (4-12) host the New York Jets (6-10) in the season finale next weekend, and after that, some major questions hovering over the organization should soon be answered.
Speculation has swirled on whether Belichick will return in 2024, in part because owner Robert Kraft, who attended Sunday's game at Highmark Stadium, said in March how important it was to him to qualify for the playoffs.
Instead, the Patriots have endured their worst season under Belichick, with Sunday's result a reflection of season-long offensive issues. The team had four first-half turnovers and now has a minus-10 turnover differential on the season, as the Patriots are primed to finish the year with a negative turnover differential for the first time since 2005.
The team's 17 straight seasons with a positive turnover differential is the longest streak in the NFL since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger.
"Just a terrible first 20 minutes," Belichick said. "Turnovers are obviously a big story in the game. Can't make those kind of mistakes against Buffalo."
The four turnovers were the most the Patriots have had in a first half in Belichick's tenure.
"There's an old saying around here 'you can't win until you keep from losing' and that first half -- you can't do that," captain and starting center David Andrews said. "We put our defense in an impossible position."
The Patriots' 27 giveaways this season have primarily been a result of wildly inconsistent play from their young quarterbacks -- first with Mac Jones (third NFL season), then his replacement Bailey Zappe (second NFL season) once he became Jones' replacement in early December. The team entered Sunday ranked last in the NFL in points scored per game with an average of 14.1.
On Sunday, the Patriots took a 7-0 lead on Jalen Reagor's 98-yard kickoff return on the game's first play before things went off track quickly.
Zappe was picked off on the Patriots' first offensive play when he felt he might have been a tick late to deliver a short pass to tight end Mike Gesicki, which allowed cornerback Rasul Douglas to deflect it into the hands of defensive lineman Ed Oliver. The Bills turned that into a field goal to cut the deficit to 7-3.
After a three-and-out, Zappe was intercepted on the first play of the team's third drive when he was looking for receiver DeVante Parker on a slant and Douglas undercut it for the pick. The Bills turned that into a touchdown to go up 10-7, and they never trailed again.
"The corner was inside and he drove on the slant and I have to do what I'm coached to do and throw the swing pass [instead]. If I do that, who knows what happens?" said Zappe, who finished 16-of-26 for 209 yards with no touchdowns and three interceptions, while adding five rushes for 37 yards and a touchdown. "Those are things I have to fix. Over the course of my career, trust me, I'll get better at that."
Tight end Pharaoh Brown lost a fumble late in the first quarter that the Bills turned into a field goal, and early in the second quarter, Zappe was looking toward Reagor when he fired a pass that Douglas intercepted and returned 40 yards for a touchdown to put the Patriots in a 20-7 hole. Zappe described it as a "miscommunication" between him and Reagor.
Patriots players lamented the miscues, which has been a common theme in their last-place season.
"It's more about us, and I think that's been most of the case this year," Andrews said. "That's NFL football -- more games are lost than won."
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Plies responds to Kirk Franklin joking about being his father with promised link up
On a recent episode of the “Club Shay Shay” podcast, Franklin joked that Plies has been avoiding him out of concern they may have a father-son connection.
Plies is serious about working with Kirk Franklin in the new year after the gospel star jokingly called him out over their failed plans to link up. Fans of the two men have long joked about their uncanny resemblance to each other, with many saying the artists have never been photographed in the same place at the same time because, well, they are the same person.
Even Plies and Franklin have joined in on the playful banter. The Grammy Award-winning songwriter took the running joke to a new level when he appeared on the “Club Shay Shay” podcast this month. A clip from the Dec. 20 episode, however, began circulating social media on Saturday (Dec. 30) and caught the “Bust It Baby” rapper’s attention.
In it, Franklin addressed host Shannon Sharpe’s inquiry about working on a project with the Florida native. Franklin said, “He don’t want to do nothin’… He be talkin’, he be runnin’ his mouth. He be just runnin’ his mouth… We was supposed to have gotten together. We were going to do something in Florida, Miami, but yeah, he don’t want to do nothin’” before dropping the punchline. “It’s because, I think, he’s really, really, really afraid that I could be his daddy.”
Plies shared his reaction on Twitter along with a retweet of the video. “This my guy!!! We gotta do something MAJOR together [in] 2024! [I’m a big fan],” he wrote. Last year, Franklin referred to the Hip Hop artist as his twin while on “The Breakfast Club.” They also shared a FaceTime call during the interview where they planned to collaborate on relief efforts to help Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian. It is unclear if next year’s meeting of the minds will result in a new music collaboration.
In a 2021 interview for REVOLT, he explained why his musical message is fluid and not confined by a single genre. “I just try to make sure that the music — whoever I do it with — that it does not miss the mark of the overall attempt of my life. I’m trying to make sure that I’m making God look the dopest as possible. That’s why I’m on earth. That’s why I’m breathing,” he said.
The cross-over talent has previously worked with Lil Baby on “We Win” for Space Jam: A New Legacy and Kanye West on “Ultralight Beam” from the rapper’s 2016 album, The Life of Pablo. Despite his church roots, many have lauded the Fo Yo Soul Recordings label founder for merging mainstream music with gospel.
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Big Ten Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST|Updated: 2 hours ago
The bowl season schedule features eight Big Ten matchups, with LSU (-8.5) against Wisconsin among the best bets versus the spread, based on our projections. For more tips, including parlay opportunities, scroll down.
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Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2 (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Maryland +4.5 vs. Auburn
- Matchup: Auburn Tigers at Maryland Terrapins
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Maryland by 6.2 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
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Pick: Penn State -6 vs. Ole Miss
- Matchup: Ole Miss Rebels at Penn State Nittany Lions
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Penn State by 15.7 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Over 35.5 - Iowa vs. Tennessee
- Matchup: Iowa Hawkeyes at Tennessee Volunteers
- Projected Total: 42.2 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
Over 44.5 - Bowling Green vs. Minnesota
- Matchup: Bowling Green Falcons at Minnesota Golden Gophers
- Projected Total: 48.3 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 26
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Over 45.5 - Alabama vs. Michigan
- Matchup: Alabama Crimson Tide at Michigan Wolverines
- Projected Total: 48.9 points
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
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MUZAFFARNAGAR: Two teenagers -- both around 17 years old -- were arrested and sent to a juvenile home after they raped a 12-year-old girl and filmed the crime on their mobile and later uploaded it on the Internet, police in Hathras said on Saturday.
Sikandra Rao SHO, Ashish Kumar, said, "The girl's family registered an FIR after they found a video clip of the crime which took place at Purdilnagar in Hathras district on December 5.
A case under IPC section 376-DB (gangrape of a woman under 12 years of age), IT and Pocso acts were registered against two accused. Probe is on and action will be taken accordingly."
(The victim's identity has not been revealed to protect her privacy as per Supreme court directives on cases related to sexual assault)
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By:Mohamed O. Guudle (PhD)
Introduction
The past decade has witnessed a complex dance of dialogue and divergence between Somaliland and Somalia. From initial cautious engagement in 2012 to recent high-level meetings facilitated by Djibouti, the talks have grappled with the enduring question of Somaliland’s future relationship with Somalia. For academics, these interactions offer a rich tapestry of political dynamics, inter-clan rivalries, and the interplay of domestic aspirations with international ambitions. Policymakers, meanwhile, navigate a sensitive landscape where regional stability hinges on understanding the nuanced positions of both sides.
At the heart of the negotiation lies a fundamental divergence. Having restored its independence in 1991 after a brutal civil war and the loss of hundreds of thousands, Somaliland views itself as a de facto sovereign state. Its narrative emphasizes a distinct colonial history, a functioning democracy, and hard-won peace and stability.
Conversely, Somalia clings to its internationally recognized borders and views Somaliland’s aspirations as detrimental to national unity. Any solution, therefore, must consider not only the complex historical baggage but also the unwavering commitment of Somalilanders to their self-determination. While compromise in areas like resource-sharing and international recognition may be possible, Somaliland’s sovereignty and the will of its people, as expressed through multiple referendums, remain non-negotiable cornerstones of its position. As the talks evolve, understanding these core beliefs is crucial for academics and policymakers seeking to navigate a sustainable and peaceful resolution.
For over a decade, the quest for peaceful coexistence between Somaliland and Somalia has played out through a series of high-level talks. From the London Accords of 2012 to the anticipated Djibouti meeting of December 29, 2023, these engagements have witnessed varying degrees of progress, frustrating impasses, and persistent undercurrents of mistrust. Examining this decade-long saga offers valuable insights into the complexities of inter-Somali relations and the prospects for forging a sustainable future for both nations.
Decade-long talks
Early dialogues, buoyed by international optimism, yielded modest gains. The 2012 London Accords established a joint technical committee and identified areas for cooperation, laying the groundwork for potential rapprochement. Yet, fundamental divergences in core principles quickly stymied progress. Somaliland’s unwavering pursuit of international recognition as an independent state clashes directly with Somalia’s insistence on territorial integrity. This central point of contention has proven remarkably difficult to overcome despite repeated attempts at finding common ground.
Despite the persistent deadlock on sovereignty, several areas have witnessed glimmers of progress. Security cooperation agreements have yielded measurable results in combatting terrorism and piracy. Economic initiatives, though limited, have demonstrated the potential for mutually beneficial collaboration. These incremental steps, while commendable, fall short of addressing the core political issues that continue to impede true reconciliation.
Beyond the confines of formal talks, a worrying narrative of public mistrust hinders progress. Misinformation and historical grievances perpetuate negative perceptions on both sides of the border. This lack of public buy-in significantly weakens the impact of high-level agreements and fuels popular skepticism towards further dialogue.
Moving forward, the Djibouti meeting presents a potential turning point. While not a negotiation on Somaliland’s independence, it offers a space for both leaders of Somaliland and Somalia to renew dialogue and reaffirm their commitment to peaceful coexistence. To capitalize on this opportunity, several strategic shifts are necessary.
First, both states must prioritize genuine public engagement. Transparency, clear communication, and active citizen participation are crucial to building trust and garnering broad support for future agreements. Second, focusing on areas of tangible mutual benefit, such as economic development and regional security, can foster a sense of shared purpose and build public confidence in the dialogue process.
Finally, recognizing and addressing the historical and emotional complexities underlying the conflict is essential. Reconciliation efforts must move beyond purely technical negotiations and engage with communities’ lived experiences and grievances on both sides.
The road to peaceful coexistence between Somaliland and Somalia remains long and winding. The talks of the past decade, with their blend of progress and impasse, offer valuable lessons and cautionary tales. Embracing a more inclusive, human-centered approach and a willingness to address fundamental divergences with honesty and empathy may be the key to unlocking a brighter future for both nations. Only then can the true promise of the Djibouti meeting be realized, paving the way for a future where Somalis, across borders, can finally live together in peace and prosperity.
What does the last Djibouti talk mean for Somalilanders?
In the dusty heat of Djibouti, two shadows stretched long beneath the afternoon sun. Muse Bihi Abdi, President of Somaliland, and Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of Somalia, met face-to-face. The weight of a decade and more of fraught history hung heavy in the air, yet a flicker of hope danced between them.
For Somaliland, this wasn’t about ceding an inch on sovereignty. Their hard-won and long-cherished independence remained a non-negotiable line in the sand. However, they believed dialogue could hold the seeds of a better future.
The air, thick with frankincense, resonated with the shared pain of Somalia. They spoke of borders and resources, security threats, and economic potential. They acknowledged the wounds, raw and unhealed, left by years of mistrust and conflict.
Yet, within the shared language of hardship, a thread of possibility shimmered. Agreements on trade and collaboration glimmered like desert mirages, promises of a future where economic ties could bind nations together. Security pacts, forged in the heat of mutual peril, hinted at a shared destiny in battling common enemies.
For Somaliland officials and the public, the talks held no surrender. They were a pragmatic step, a calculated dance on the tightrope of diplomacy. Sovereignty, the jewel in their crown, remained untarnished. They had not bent the knee but extended a hand, seeking not submission but coexistence.
As the talks ended, and the shadows of the leaders faded with the setting sun, one thing remained clear: the path to peace was paved not with compromise of principles but with the courage to speak, to listen, and to build, brick by fragile brick, a future where two Somali nations could stand side-by-side, independent yet intertwined, bound by the whispers of hope under the vast African sky.
about the author
Mohamed O. Guudle (PhD)
Associate Professor of Economics and Political Sciences
Senior Political Advisor, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Republic of Somaliland
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Ivana Trump’s New York Townhouse Faces Challenges in Buyer Search
The New York townhouse that once belonged to the late Ivana Trump, former wife of ex-President Donald Trump, has languished on the market for over a year. Despite its price reduction by $4 million in September, bringing it down to $22.5 million, potential buyers remain elusive.
Time Capsule of Ivana Trump’s Life
The six-story, 8,800-square-foot property, erected in 1879, is a testament to Ivana Trump’s personal style. The interior, marked by red carpets, red silk-covered walls, gold accents, and opulent crystal chandeliers, bears a distinct ‘very French Versailles’ flavor, as stated by listing agent J. Roger Erickson of Douglas Elliman. Ivana Trump’s presence is palpable, with the house largely preserved just as it was since her comprehensive renovation in the 1990s. The interiors, adorned with her furnishings and family photos, offer a glimpse into her life.
Price Point Matches NYC Luxury Home Sales
Purchased by Ivana Trump in 1992 for $2.5 million, the townhouse has seen substantial investment in its revamp. The current price per square foot stands at just under $2,600, on par with the average for luxury home sales in New York City.
Personalized Decor May Hinder Sale
Despite aligning with the city’s luxury home sales average, the townhouse has outlasted the typical NYC listing duration of five and a half months. Real estate experts attribute this delay to the property’s personalized interior decor, which might deter potential buyers. Ivana Trump’s estate, which stands to benefit her children Ivanka, Donald Jr., and Eric, awaits the successful sale of the townhouse.
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DENVER (KDVR) — A Colorado woman accused of killing two of her children was arrested in the United Kingdom on Saturday, according to police.
Kimberlee Singler, 35, is suspected of killing her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son and attempting to kill her 11-year-old daughter in Colorado Springs.
On Dec. 19, police said they responded to a 911 call reporting a burglary at an apartment complex at around 12:30 a.m. and found the bodies of the two deceased children.
Officers also located Singler and her 11-year-old daughter at the scene. They were both injured and taken to hospitals for treatment, according to Colorado Springs Police Department spokesperson Ira Cronin.
Singler’s injuries were minor. The 11-year-old girl was hospitalized for a few days and then released. She is recovering well physically in Colorado Springs. Cronin said he could not release details about how the children or Singler were injured.
Police said the initial report of a burglary was unfounded.
Singler was initially cooperative with police investigating the homicides and alleged burglary. She went missing after the probe, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
“In the initial stages of the investigation, we were treating her as a victim of a burglary,” Cronin told the Associated Press.
On Dec. 26, investigators obtained an arrest warrant for Singler on multiple charges, including multiple counts of first-degree murder, child abuse and assault.
The children’s deaths came amid an ongoing legal battle between Singler and her ex-husband over parenting time and other issues, according to court filings. Court hearings had been scheduled for next month.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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| 2024-01-01T01:57:15Z
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ROCKINGHAM — A teenage boy renewed their belief in the magic of Christmas.
Fifty residents at The Inn at Quail Haven Village received hand-selected gifts on Christmas Eve from Grayson Wrenn, a 10th-grade student at Richmond Early College High School in Hamlet. He and his family live in Rockingham. For the past few months, Grayson had ‘adopted’ the residents of the health care center at Quail Haven Village senior living community in Pinehurst, North Carolina.
To ensure that all of the residents in rehabilitation and skilled nursing care had a package or two to open for Christmas, Grayson raised money, and then selected thoughtful gifts and wrapped them in gift bags. With help from his family and some staff members of the health care center, he personally delivered items, including stuffed animals, warm blankets, socks, fragrant soaps and lotions, and more.
Grayson explained, “I decided to do this because of my grandpa, who is a resident of The Inn at Quail Haven Village, and I had a grandma who was in a nursing home for four or five years. I knew how much they would love a good Christmas present.”
Grayson’s grandfather commented, “I’m proud of him, and he’s a smart kid.”
Grayson’s efforts were for his Beta Club project. Beta Club is a national organization that recognizes and honors students “for their achievement, character and leadership qualities…”.
“The residents were full of so much emotion as Grayson distributed the presents. Some residents were crying tears of joy while others clutched the stuffed animals and warm blankets. Many residents commented that they couldn’t believe that someone who doesn’t know them could do something so special. It was truly a day that I’ll never forget,” said Amy Kirk, activities director.
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It's not often that a team can win twice on the same day, but the Bears pulled it off Sunday. As Chicago polished off the Atlanta Falcons, the Carolina Panthers lost yet again, and the Cardinals upset the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Panthers' loss and Cardinals' win mean that Carolina clinches the worst record in the NFL ... but because the Panthers' 2024 No. 1 draft pick belongs to Chicago, thanks to last offseason's deal to put Bryce Young in Carolina, the Bears are once again at the top of the draft.
Here is the top 10 of the NFL Draft:
1. Chicago Bears (via Carolina Panthers) 2. Washington Commanders 3. New England Patriots 4. Arizona Cardinals 5. New York Giants 6. Los Angeles Chargers 7. Tennessee Titans 8. New York Jets 9. Atlanta Falcons 10. Chicago Bears
Further down the draft, Washington's seventh straight loss puts them, at the moment, in a statistical dead heat with the New England Patriots, according to Tankathon. Both teams, along with the Cardinals, are 4-12, but the Commanders and Patriots have equal strength-of-schedule ratings. Next week's games will break that tie, as Washington plays the Cowboys and New England plays the Jets. Arizona's win has, at the moment, dropped the Cardinals from the No. 2 spot to fourth.
Down the line, the Giants and Titans are both at 5-11, with the Giants holding a slight edge because of strength of schedule. The Chargers are also at five wins, pending the outcome of their game against Denver. The Jets (6-11) are currently in the No. 8 spot, while the Falcons, Bears and Raiders are all in a statistical and strength-of-schedule dead heat at 7-9.
Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice projects that the Bears will select North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye with the No. 1 pick, moving on from Justin Fields. "Maye is the complete package at quarterback," Tice writes. "His ability to throw or run for explosive plays, within and outside the confines of the position, all while avoiding an overwhelming amount of negative plays, are the prerequisites for elite modern QB play."
The Bears can officially start to plan — and Bears fans can start to dream — about what to do with that No. 1 pick.
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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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| 2024-01-01T01:57:18Z
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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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When is less more? Kia is asking that question with the updated Seltos GT-Line SUV.
Along with more technology and a fresh look on the outside, last year’s update to the Seltos brought a new engine option to the GT-Line – a less powerful, less expensive 2.0-litre four-cylinder lifted from lower models in the range.
Not only is it cheaper than the more powerful 1.6-litre turbocharged engine that was previously the only option in the GT-Line, it’s more efficient in standardised testing. On paper it’s a compelling option.
We’ve hopped behind the wheel of the turbocharged range-topper to investigate whether it’s been usurped by the new kid on the block.
How much does the Kia Seltos cost?
- 2024 Kia Seltos S 2.0 FWD: $29,500 ($31,690 drive-away)
- 2024 Kia Seltos Sport 2.0 FWD: $32,700 ($35,390 drive-away)
- 2024 Kia Seltos Sport+ 2.0 FWD: $35,800 ($38,490 drive-away)
- 2024 Kia Seltos Sport+ 1.6T AWD: $39,300 ($41,990 drive-away)
- 2024 Kia Seltos GT-Line 2.0 FWD: $41,500 ($44,590 drive-away)
- 2024 Kia Seltos GT-Line 1.6T AWD: $44,900 ($47,690 drive-away)
All prices are before on-road costs.
To see how the Seltos compares with its rivals, line it up side-by-side with any car you want using our comparison tool.
What is the Kia Seltos like on the inside?
The pre-update Seltos already had one of the better small SUV cabins, and the facelifted model has taken another step forward.
The dual widescreen displays are integrated into a slick single panel, and the redesigned centre console is cleaner and easier to use than before. There’s a hint of Mercedes-Benz to the design, down to the configurable ambient lighting.
It’ll even pulse in time with the sound system if you enjoy being distracted by your car’s dashboard at night.
Behind the flashy bits, the fundamentals are good here. Front passengers sit in generously padded seats set high, for a commanding view of the road, and most of what you grab feels high quality. The wheel is trimmed in leather, as is the gear knob, and most of the places you rest your elbows are nice and soft.
Kia deserves credit for sticking with buttons for the climate controls. It’s easy to punch on your heated or cooled seat without taking your eyes off the road, because there’s a big button next to the gear lever, rather than a tiny icon on a distant display.
Kia’s new infotainment system is a mixed bag. On the plus side, it looks polished and responds quickly to inputs. The graphics are all handsome, and it’s full-featured.
But the lack of wireless smartphone mirroring has been hard to understand for a while now, and it’s hard to excuse as we swing into 2024. Yes, you get factory navigation (capable of showing live traffic data), but it’s no match for Google Maps – and there’s no substitute for being able to respond to text messages using your phone’s native voice control.
The digital instrument cluster offers most of the information you need, but it’s not a patch on what’s on offer in the latest Volkswagen Group products. Likewise the head-up display, which is projected on a piece of glass instead of the windscreen like in new Mazda cars.
The amount of storage on offer is good. There’s a shelf under the centre stack large enough for an oversized phone or wallet, along with adequately-sized cupholders between the front seats, and a fairly deep console bin. The door bins are on the shallower side.
One USB-A and one USB-C port feature up front, along with a 12V plug. A wireless phone charger features under the dash; although, you can’t actually use it if you want to use Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
This is a bigger take on the small SUV formula, with lots of legroom and headroom for passengers in the rear seats.
The wide-opening rear doors and tall windows make this one of the better small SUVs out there for families with tight parking spaces, and mean you’ll more easily be able to load children or bulky child seats than in some rivals.
You get two ISOFIX points and a trio of top tethers back there. USB-C ports and air vents feature too, which will keep kids happy on long, summer road trips.
When we first drove the Seltos it was a bit of an outlier, but the competition has caught up. The new Hyundai Kona is bigger than before, as is the new Nissan Qashqai. In that context the Seltos is still good, but it’s not quite the standout it once was.
Claimed boot space is 433 litres, and there’s a full-sized spare wheel under the floor. Folding the rear bench (60/40) expands that to 1393 litres.
What’s under the bonnet?
The 1.6-litre engine in the Seltos GT-Line is the range-topping option, and the only engine paired with all-wheel drive. The range is also offered with the naturally aspirated 2.0-litre engine discussed earlier, which is hooked up to a CVT and front-wheel drive.
To see how the Seltos compares with its rivals, line it up side-by-side with any car you want using our comparison tool.
How does the Kia Seltos drive?
More power is usually a good thing, but it doesn’t necessarily make for a better Seltos.
The good news is, the switch from a dual-clutch transmission to a conventional automatic makes the GT-Line feel more natural. Rather than stuttering off the line, and awkwardly getting caught between first and second gears, the turbocharged Seltos feels more at home in the city than before.
The light steering, solid visibility and high-resolution reversing camera make parking in tight spaces simple enough, and the Seltos is a great size if you want a reasonably large interior but spend a lot of time on small city streets.
Compared to cheaper models on smaller wheels, the GT-Line feels firmer around the city. It still does a decent job keeping smaller lumps and bumps at bay, but you’re more aware of speed bumps and sharp potholes here because of the skinnier rubber and bigger wheels.
If you’re the sort of driver who treats every traffic light like the start of a drag race, the turbo engine packs more of a punch than the base 2.0-litre engine. The all-wheel drive system means you can put your foot down hard off the mark, and in the wet there’s no wheel spin.
With that said, the gap between it and the base engine is far smaller than you might expect. The more powerful turbo isn’t an engine that loves being pushed hard, with a strained sound and less shove than you’d expect.
The extra grunt does pay off on the highway, though. It makes overtakes with people and luggage on board easier, with less noise and fuss than you get in the 2.0-litre.
Beyond the engine, the Seltos is one of the best if you’re covering long distances. Road and wind noise are kept at bay, and the engine hums away below 2000rpm at the legal limit in Australia.
The GT-Line has a full suite of active driver assists designed to lighten the load on long road trips. The adaptive cruise control system smartly maintains a gap to the vehicle in front, and the lane-keeping assist smartly nudges you back between the white lines when you stray.
Lane-centring is too hands on; however, maintaining an iron grip on the car’s position in a way that feels less like it’s helpful, and more like it’s trying to rip the wheel out of your hands.
While we’re talking about annoying safety equipment, the speed limit warning in the latest Kia and Hyundai products is diabolically bad. Drift over the speed limit and it will beep at you. Drift back below, and then over it again – even by a small margin – and it beeps again.
Drive through a school zone outside of school hours and, even though the 40km/h limit isn’t active, it’ll beep at you for exceeding the school zone limit.
It activates every single time you start the car, and takes multiple button presses to turn off. I’d be looking to the aftermarket to have it coded out, because owners have confirmed it doesn’t get any less annoying the longer you spend with the car.
What do you get?
Seltos S highlights:
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Spare-saver spare wheel
- Automatic halogen headlights
- Automatic high-beam
- Halogen daytime running lights
- Rear fog light
- Matte Black grille mesh
- Body-coloured door handles
- Body-coloured, power-folding side mirrors
- Roof rails
- Rear spoiler
- Shark fin antenna
- 4.2-inch instrument cluster screen
- 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 6-speaker sound system
- 12V power outlet in front console
- USB-A and USB-C outlet in front console
- Two USB-C outlets behind centre console
- Manual air-conditioning
- Second-row air vents
- Manual handbrake
- Folding key
- Cloth upholstery
- 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat
Seltos Sport adds:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Full-size spare wheel
- Windscreen and front door Solar Glass
- Halogen (projector-style) front fog lights
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- DAB+ digital radio
- Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Satellite navigation
- Sounds of Nature
- Kia Connect (7yr subscription)
- Climate control
- Driver window one-touch up and down
- Premium steering wheel
- Premium gear shifter
Seltos Sport+ adds:
- Heated side mirrors
- Privacy glass
- AEB cyclist avoidance and junction turning assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Electric park brake with auto-hold
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- LED interior lights
- Illuminated vanity mirrors
- Front centre console armrest sliding function
- Rear centre armrest
- Cloth and artificial leather upholstery
The flagship Seltos GT-Line adds:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- LED daytime running lights
- LED fog lights
- LED positioning lights
- LED rear combination tail lights
- Premium Gloss Black grille mesh
- Satin silver belt line
- Tilt and slide sunroof (N/A with two-tone paint)
- Power tailgate
- Rain-sensing window wipers
- Head-up display
- Wireless phone charger
- 8-speaker Bose premium sound system
- Heated, flat-bottom steering wheel
- Interior ambient lighting
- Parcel shelf
- Premium artificial leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- 10-way power driver’s seat
- 8-way power front passenger seat
Is the Kia Seltos safe?
The Kia Seltos was crash tested by ANCAP in 2019 and received a five-star safety rating.
It received an adult occupant protection score of 85 per cent, child occupant protection score of 83 per cent, vulnerable road user protection score of 61 per cent, and a safety assist score of 70 per cent.
All models come standard with the following safety features:
- Front, front-side and curtain airbags
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Blind-spot assist
- Rear cross-traffic assist
- Safe Exit Warning
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
- Lane-keep assist
- Lane Following Assist (lane centring)
- Driver Attention Alert
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Rear-view camera
- Tyre-pressure monitoring system
Sport+ and GT-Line models receive AEB with cyclist avoidance and junction turning assist, as well as adaptive cruise control and lead-vehicle departure alert.
How much does the Kia Seltos cost to run?
The Kia Seltos is covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, with seven years of capped price servicing and up to eight years of roadside assist if you service the car at an authorised Kia dealer.
Servicing is required every 12 months or 10,000km when you opt for the turbo, down from 15,000km in the base engine.
The first seven services in the 1.6-litre are capped at $309, $502, $375, $653, $348, $632 and $673 respectively.
CarExpert’s Take on the Kia Seltos
This is not the Seltos to buy unless you absolutely need all-wheel drive.
Although it retains the strengths of the broader range, the GT-Line 1.6T AWD gets more performance… at the cost of economy, and driveability.
It’s just a bit awkward, even after Kia swapped the stuttering dual-clutch transmission for an eight-speed automatic. The good news is, Kia now offers the GT-Line in combination with their less powerful 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated engine.
If you’re after a spacious, well equipped compact SUV, the Seltos GT-Line remains a strong choice. Unless you really need all-wheel drive, it’s a more compelling package without the turbo engine on test here.
BUY: Kia SeltosMORE: Everything Kia Seltos
Pros
- Smartly laid-out interior
- Improved eight-speed automatic
- Impressive infotainment displays
Cons
- Infuriating safety systems
- Awkward turbocharged engine
- Lacking wireless smartphone mirroring
Top Line Specs
- Power: 146kW
- Fuel Type: Unleaded Petrol
- Economy: 7.4L/100km
- CO2 Emissions: 175g/km
- ANCAP Safety Rating: 5
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Repeat division titles were once an unusual occurrence for the Kansas City Chiefs, who had never won back to back division championships in their first 56 seasons. But not anymore.
The Chiefs clinched their eighth straight AFC West championship by beating the Cincinnati Bengals 25-17 at Arrowhead Stadium. Their division title streak, which began in 2016, is the second longest in NFL history behind only the New England Patriots, who won the AFC East 11 consecutive seasons from 2009 through 2019.
The 10-6 Chiefs took a different path to the top of the AFC West this season. They are no longer the consistently high-scoring team they have been for much of the six seasons that Patrick Mahomes' has been the starting quarterback.
But they are much improved defensively. The Chiefs entered Week 16 with the third-best scoring defense in the NFL.
The Chiefs surged to a 6-1 start this season; at that point, another division championship looked certain. But the Chiefs then lost four of six games and the Denver Broncos trimmed Kansas City's lead in the AFC West to one game.
The Chiefs were finally able to secure the division title against the Bengals, one week after failing to do so in a Christmas Day loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.
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DDG checks fans over comments about a new child and Halle Bailey relationship
“I don’t know why people [are] so invested in what I got going on or what we got going on… mind your business,” said DDG during a Snapchat Q&A with his fans.
DDG may have reached a breaking point with the public’s interest in his and Halle Bailey’s relationship, including the rumors of them welcoming their first child. He ditched his usual playful demeanor during a recent Snapchat Q&A with fans, where he took them to task for overstepping boundaries.
Among the questions was one asking if he had a daughter. DDG responded with “No,” before giving followers insight on his frustrations with their overreaching interest in his and Bailey’s lives. “Bro, I don’t know why people [are] so invested in what I got going on or what we got going on… mind your business,” he said.
The “9 Lives” artist suggested that those caught up with the ins and outs of social media posts get reacquainted with the outdoors. “So invested in people who don’t know you. I ain’t gon’ lie, like, I love my supporters and s**t, but in real life, bruh, I don’t know y’all. That’s just the truth. You guys, just let me live my life… Whatever’s going on in my life or her life, bro, is not going to change yours,” said DDG.
He then advised the couple’s supporters to instead lock in and focus on themselves and making money in the new year. He doubled down on his message when he addressed another person who told him to “stay solid. I like you for Halle. She glows.” His sentiments about drawing a clear line between his real life and social media persona became even more clear.
“I don’t give a d**n if you like me for her. This what I don’t be liking, bro. You don’t know her… How do you know if I’m good or bad for her? She’s not related to you in no shape or form… Y’all don’t know me, bruh. This is entertainment. Everything I do on the internet is entertainment. When I cut the phone off, bro, and when I get offline and everything, and I’m not on Twitter or whatever, everything is entertainment. Everything is calculated for a reason… I’m a whole different person. You don’t know what type of person I am,” the Detroit native continued.
The couple marked two years together on Dec. 26, according to the YouTuber-turned-rapper. The Little Mermaid star made their relationship official on Instagram in March of 2022 and has since gushed about DDG being her first real adult love.
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MEERUT: A 62-year-old man was found dead near Badkala firing range in UP’s Saharanpur district on Friday. The man, identified as Ghulam Mustafa, died due to “excessive blood loss” amid an Army practice session, police said on Saturday. Mustafa, who belonged to Van Gujjar community, was living “illegally” in a thatched hut in Badkala forest, near the range.
SP (Rural, Saharanpur), Sagar Jain, said, “The cause of Mustafa’s death remains unclear.
The preliminary postmortem report says that he suffered pelvic fracture and severe bruises in the back. He probably fell on his back while trying to run away from the firing exercise and died due to blood loss from the bruises.”
The SP added: “The family was staying there illegally. We used to vacate the field before any such practice session. This time, as well, the cops had evicted the families.” According to SP Jain, Mustafa’s kin has requested not to take any police action in the matter.
A senior cop, investigating the case, pointed out that the place where the body was found is a sloping area and there were blood stains noticed 100m away from the body. “After the injury, Mustafa might have tried to look for help and died of excessive blood loss. There is no major injury to his arms,” he said.
Mustafa’s elder brother, Ghulam Nabi, however claimed, “Mustafa was returning to the place from a wedding when a piece of explosive, perhaps shrapnel, abruptly hit him and exploded, severely injuring his arms. He also suffered injuries in his back. Yes, we roam with our cattle in grasslands. But we’ve been living in this place for years now. We can vacate the place during shooting practice, but we need to return.”
Another local police officer said, “There are three firing ranges in Saharanpur. It usually does not have a well defined boundary wall but the locals are aware of the firing activities and evicted from time to time during such an exercise...”
Notably, this is third such incident in a month in the region. On December 14, Hanif Ahmed, 11, also from Van Gujjar community, died while trying to dismantle an explosive material secured from a nearby firing range, about 2km away from home at Mirzapur in Saharanpur. On November 29, a 37-yearold scrap dealer, Mohd Tauseef, died when a misfired shell -- from a different firing range -- which he was trying to dismantle, exploded in his shop in Meerut’s Amheda village.
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Man found dead near Army firing range, 3rd case in monthA 62-year-old man, Ghulam Mustafa, was found dead near Badkala firing range in UP's Saharanpur district. Mustafa, belonging to Van Gujjar community, died due to excessive blood loss during an Army practice session. The cause of Mustafa's death remains unclear, but the preliminary postmortem report suggests that he suffered pelvic fracture and severe bruises in the back. This incident marks the third such occurrence in the region, following the deaths of an 11-year-old boy, Hanif Ahmed, and a 37-year-old scrap dealer, Mohd Tauseef, in similar incidents involving explosive materials. PCB suffering losses from PSL due to bigger share in central pool for franchisesThe Pakistan Auditor General's office reveals financial irregularities and substantial revenue losses for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) due to the financial sharing model with franchises and other factors in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The PCB projected a positive financial image of the PSL, contrary to concerns raised by the Auditor General's report. The report calls for a comprehensive investigation. Alterations in the profit-sharing arrangement led to significant losses for the PCB. The report highlights revenue losses during the sixth and seventh editions of the PSL, coinciding with the Covid pandemic. There were also lapses in securing bank guarantees and concerns about income tax deductions. Man found dead near farmlandA 30-year-old man, G Poli Reddy, was found dead near a farmland in Kesavarayunipalem, Srikakulam district. He had recently moved to Vizag city with his wife Gowri in search of a livelihood. Poli Reddy worked at a scrap shop. He went to the farm fields one night and did not return home. His family found him dead near the fields and suspects that he was murdered. The Laveru police, led by sub-inspector Koteswara Rao, are investigating the suspected murder, with locals speculating that it could be due to old enmity.
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College Football Bowl Game Computer Picks & Predictions
According to our projections, the best bet versus the spread out of 39 FBS postseason matchups is Florida State (+22.5) -- for more tips, including parlay possibilities, scroll down.
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Pick: Florida State +22.5 vs. Georgia
- Matchup: Georgia Bulldogs at Florida State Seminoles
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Florida State by 2.2 points
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
Pick: Tulane +11.5 vs. Virginia Tech
- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies at Tulane Green Wave
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Tulane by 3.9 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 27
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Ohio +1.5 vs. Georgia Southern
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles at Ohio Bobcats
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Ohio by 10.7 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Pick: Boise State +6.5 vs. UCLA
- Matchup: UCLA Bruins at Boise State Broncos
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Boise State by 5.5 points
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Over 40.5 - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
- Matchup: Oregon State Beavers at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Projected Total: 55.0 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 29
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 40.5 - Miami (OH) vs. Appalachian State
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks at Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Projected Total: 51.3 points
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 47.5 - SMU vs. Boston College
- Matchup: SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: December 28
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Over 46.5 - UTSA vs. Marshall
- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Projected Total: 54.5 points
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: December 19
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
Under 66.5 - Georgia Tech vs. UCF
- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at UCF Knights
- Projected Total: 59.6 points
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- Date: December 22
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo
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Jake Ejercito and Daughter Ellie Celebrate New Year in the US: A Testament to Enduring Father-Daughter Bond
Jake Ejercito, prominent personality and loving father, recently embarked on a heartwarming journey to the United States with his daughter Ellie to ring in the upcoming New Year. Their destination of choice, a picturesque mountain ski resort nestled in Big Bear Lake, California. In a light-hearted portrayal of their adventure, Jake shared on Facebook how they ‘paid for fake snow’, bringing a touch of humor to their memorable escapade.
A Bond Beyond Borders
Despite the geographical distance often separating them, the bond between Jake and Ellie is a testament to the unyielding love of a father for his daughter. The duo’s relationship shines through in the frequent social media updates from Jake, giving followers a candid glimpse into their lively interactions and shared experiences.
A Tender Birthday Tribute
In November, Ellie celebrated her twelfth birthday, marking another year of growth and cherished moments. Jake took to social media to share his affection for his daughter, posting a touching tribute that eloquently painted Ellie as ‘the best part of his days’ and ‘the highlight of the past 12 years’. This heartfelt message was accompanied by a snapshot capturing a tender moment between the two, an image that spoke volumes of their profound connection.
Ellie: A Shared Love
Jake shares Ellie with his ex-girlfriend, Andi Eigenmann. While their relationship didn’t last, their love for Ellie has remained a constant. The strength of their co-parenting shines through in the happiness and growth of Ellie, a testament to their shared commitment to their daughter’s wellbeing. As Jake and Ellie usher in the New Year in the snowy landscapes of California, their journey serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between a father and daughter, transcending borders and circumstances.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Harrison Butker was a career-best 6 for 6 on field-goal attempts, Kansas City held the Bengals scoreless over their final seven possessions, and the Chiefs rallied to beat Cincinnati 25-17 on Sunday to clinch their eighth straight AFC West title.
Patrick Mahomes had 245 yards passing and a touchdown for Kansas City (10-6), which also secured at least the No. 3 seed and one home playoff game. Isiah Pacheco ran 18 times for 130 yards while Rashee Rice had five catches for 127 yards.
The Bengals (8-8), fighting for their own playoff lives, led by 10 early but found themselves trailing 25-17 when Butker hit the last of his field goals — a 46-yarder through blustery wind — with 2:59 remaining in the game.
With one last chance, Jake Browning hit Tyler Boyd to convert a long fourth down and get into Kansas City territory, but back-to-back sacks by George Karlaftis and Chris Jones gave the Chiefs eight on the day and ended the Bengals’ comeback hopes.
Browning finished with 197 yards passing and a touchdown. Joe Mixon ran for 65 yards and had the TD reception.
Butker converted from 54, 43, 27, 24, 48 and 46 yards, accounting for the game’s final 18 points.
The Bengals and Chiefs are accustomed to playing high-stakes games when the weather turns frigid, meeting for down-to-the-wire nail-biters in each of the past two AFC championship games. And they are usually accompanied by plenty of trash talk, be it from elected officials or — in the case this past week — players such as the Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase.
The animosity usually spills onto the field, too. Midway through the second quarter, Chase and Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed got into a heated argument, and eventually a team-wide scrum resulted in offsetting personal fouls.
The Bengals jumped ahead 10-7 when an 8 1/2-minute drive resulted in a field goal and a 6 1/2-minute march ended in Mixon’s touchdown catch. Cincinnati then got the ball back when Trey Hendrickson ran right around rookie right tackle Wanya Morris, stripped Mahomes from behind and Sam Hubbard was there to pounce on the loose ball.
Pass interference on Sneed in the end zone set up Browning’s 1-yard TD run.
Butker’s first field goal got the Chiefs within 17-10, and they had a chance to take the lead when Mahomes saw Marquez Valdes-Scantling wide open on their next possession. But yet another dropped pass — the NFL-leading 40th by Kansas City this season — forced the Chiefs to settle for a field goal to trail 17-13 at the break.
As the Chiefs’ defense stiffened in the second half, their offense began showing signs of life.
They stuffed the Bengals on fourth-and-1 at the Kansas City 6, then drove 82 yards for Butker’s third field goal. And after the Bengals had to punt, Mahomes hit Rashee Rice for 67 yards to set up Butker’s chip shot and give the Chiefs the lead for good.
INJURIES
Cincinnati: WR Tee Higgins left in the second quarter with a hamstring injury. He returned to the game but didn’t have another catch, finishing with one for 19 yards.
Kansas City: WR Justin Watson hurt his chest in the third quarter but returned to the game.
UP NEXT
Bengals: Host Cleveland next weekend.
Chiefs: At the Los Angeles Chargers next weekend.
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This holiday, as we embrace the spirit of giving and celebrate the wonder of the season through the eyes of children, there is an easy way to fulfill the wishes of some of our youngest citizens in North Carolina.
Recent assessments by the N.C. Division of Public Health reveal startling disparities in dental health among children, which put them at risk for oral and other health problems now and as they get older. For instance, in 2022-2023, in Richmond County, more than 31% of kindergarteners had untreated tooth decay and more than 8% had an urgent need for dental care because of signs or symptoms that include pain, infection or swelling.
The Delta Dental Foundation (DDF), the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of North Carolina, is committed to addressing these disparities through the Smiles for Kids grant program. By providing grants of up to $5,000 to non-profits across North Carolina, including in Richmond County, we aim to transform these statistics into success stories of improved child dental health. Smiles for Kids grants are available to community-based oral health nonprofit programs and organizations for programs designed to promote and/or improve the oral health of underserved children in at-risk populations. The application period is open now through January 6, 2024, and nonprofits can easily apply for funding here.
In 2024, the DDF will award up to $150,000 to organizations across the state that meet the above criteria. In 2023, DDF granted $148,728 to 39 North Carolina nonprofits under the Smiles for Kids program which benefited nearly 78,000 children.
Since the program’s inception in 2001, our grants have reached 52% of the state’s counties. To date, we have not received a grant request from Richmond County, and we want to change that. Our holiday wish is to reach all 100 counties through this year’s program, including Richmond. As we celebrate this season, let’s come together to turn the tide on these troubling trends. Help us light up a child’s life with the gift of a healthy smile and make 2024 a starting point for healthier futures for our children.
Curt Ladig is President & CEO of Delta Dental of North Carolina
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Aaron Gordon believes he'll be able to return to the court on Monday to play against the Charlotte Hornets, he told The Denver Post on Sunday.
After missing the Denver Nuggets' last two games, the forward returned to practice for the first time since being attacked by a family dog on Christmas. The lacerations to his face and shooting hand required 21 stitches, and at the time of the incident, the Nuggets gave no timetable for Gordon's return.
Their statement only said that Gordon was "in good condition" after the attack. Gordon spoke to reporters for the first time following the situation.
"I love dogs," Gordon told The Post. "I grew up with dogs my whole life. But because we're on the road so much, my dad's taking care of him, so I can't really train him how I need him to be. ... But I feel good. Everything is fine."
In 28 games, Gordon is averaging 13.6 points and 6.9 rebounds. He missed four games due to a right heel injury earlier in the season. He recorded a double-double — 16 points and 10 rebounds in Denver's win over the Golden State Warriors on Monday.
The Nuggets are 23-11, and second in the West behind the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 41 minutes ago
Looking for info on how to watch all of the college football postseason action now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
Watch college football all season long on Fubo and ESPN+!
CUSA Games on TV This Week
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 36 minutes ago
Looking for info on how to watch all of the college football postseason action now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can watch all four games involving teams from the CUSA.
Watch college football all season long on Fubo and ESPN+!
CUSA Games on TV This Week
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The Los Angeles Rams clinched a playoff spot Sunday with their 26-25 win over the host New York Giants and a loss by the Seattle Seahawks.
The Rams (9-7) narrowly beat the Giants, as kicker Mason Crosby missed a 54-yard field goal with 35 seconds left and Los Angeles ran out the clock. Rams coach Sean McVay said afterward there were "a lot of things" in the game that were "uncharacteristic of playing sharp, good football that I know we're capable of."
"We had some uncharacteristic mistakes by some of our guys and I'm excited about being able to say, 'Hey, it's going to be a lot more fun cleaning these things up after a win,'" McVay said.
The Rams, who started the season 3-6 before their Week 10 bye, have won six of their past seven contests. Their only loss was in overtime to the AFC's No. 1 seed Baltimore Ravens on the road.
After an offseason where the Rams lost top defensive talent and carried over significant dead money, Los Angeles' over/under was 6.5 wins entering the season.
Los Angeles' 6-1 record since Week 11 is tied for the second best in the NFL in that span, according to ESPN Stats & Information. The Rams are averaging 29.3 points since Week 11, third most in the NFL over that span.
Los Angeles returns to the playoffs a year after a 5-12 season that followed its Super Bowl LVI victory.
The Rams' final game of the regular season is on the road against the 49ers. San Francisco clinched the NFC's No. 1 seed on Sunday with a 27-10 victory over the Washington Commanders.
In his postgame news conference -- which took place while the Seahawks and Steelers were playing, an eventual 30-23 win by Pittsburgh -- McVay said the Rams have been in "playoff mode" for the past few weeks.
"We'll see what else happens [in the playoff race] and then we will have our plan accordingly," McVay said. "But our focus and concentration will be on cleaning up these mistakes from this game and then doing a great job with our preparation against the No. 1 seed in the NFC."
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Ford Australia has instructed its dealer network to stop the sale and delivery of the remanufactured Ford F-150, after several vehicles presented with a turbocharger fault related to the remanufacturing process.
It’s understood three examples of the remanufactured F-150 have presented with the turbocharger issue.
While Ford hasn’t officially confirmed the exact fault, we understand it’s an issue with the right-hand side turbocharger hose collapsing, which then causes the vehicle to go into a limp mode.
Thai-based RMA Automotive was contracted by Ford to perform right-hand drive conversions for the brand as part of the project to bring the Ford F-150 to Australia. It’s the first time RMA Automotive has performed left-hand to right-hand drive conversions.
Sold globally as a left-hand drive only vehicle, the Ford F-150 is remanufactured in Australia by RMA Automotive under the supervision of Ford Australia.
Other brands that sell remanufactured pickup trucks endorsed by their parent companies in Australia include Ram, Chevrolet, and Toyota, all of whom use Walkinshaw Automotive for the conversion process.
A Ford Australia spokesperson issued the following statement:
“Out of an abundance of caution Ford Australia has placed a temporary hold on F-150s that are on their way to dealers or in dealer stock, after three re-manufactured vehicles presented with a turbo-charger related concern.”
“Customers who have taken delivery can continue to drive their vehicle. We are committed to delivering the highest quality vehicle for our customers, and are working quickly to investigate and resolve the issue.
“We understand the inconvenience it will cause those who are waiting for their vehicle to be delivered and we thank them for their patience.”
CarExpert has spoken with three customers who have cancelled orders after continuous delivery delays, and being kept in the dark about what is going on with their vehicles.
Toyota, which is also in the process of converting left-hand drive Tundras to right-hand drive, has taken a more conservative approach – with the first 300 remanufactured pickups being offered to customers on a one year, customer-funded R&D lease.
Customers must then return the vehicles to Toyota before the brand decides if it will proceed with mass, unrestricted remanufacturing.
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Dave Chappelle compares being attacked onstage to Chris Rock’s Oscar slap in ‘The Dreamer’ comedy special
With the way celebrities ran to his defense, Chappelle says it’s clear that had Will Smith slapped him, that fateful night at the Oscars would have ended differently.
Dave Chappelle is back with more jokes and outrage in his new comedy special The Dreamer, which debuted on streaming giant Netflix on Sunday (Dec. 31).
The 56-minute set touches on a bit of everything, from his past controversy regarding remarks about the LGBTQ+ community to comedians, like himself and Chris Rock, coming face-to-face with spontaneous rage on stage.
As previously reported by REVOLT, Chappelle was tackled by knife-wielding 23-year-old Isaiah Lee while performing at the Hollywood Bowl in May 2022. Around this time last year, Lee was sentenced to nine months in jail in connection with the assault. The comic found humor in the aftermath and rehashed it for the taping of the special.
“Man, when that guy tackled me, it was like a movie or something. You gotta picture this. Picture a famous person you like. Every famous person you could imagine was at that show. It was like the biggest night that Hollywood had ever seen, and when that guy tackled me, he cleared the bleachers,” he began.
“I had to watch the tape afterwards to know this happened, but as soon as he tackled me, Jamie Foxx was the first motherf**ker that jumped out of the crowd. He was wearing a white cowboy hat like he knew this s**t was going to happen to me,” said Chappelle as fans erupted into laughter.
He noted that Foxx chased the man around like a scene from Any Given Sunday, but to no avail. His friend Jon Stewart, the former host of “The Daily Show,” was described as jumping heroically like “Super Jew” from backstage to his rescue. But again, Lee managed to escape those efforts. Chappelle said that the young man was captured just before making his way to the exit.
“Every celebrity just ran out because every celebrity saw themselves in me, and they just started beating the f**k out of that kid. And I know Chris was backstage looking like, ‘Nobody helped me,’” said the comedian. He then sang the jingle to “Everybody Hates Chris.”
The jab was a clear punchline referencing the infamous 2022 Oscars when Will Smith slapped Rock while on stage for an off-the-cuff joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, which sparked over a year of headlines about the fallout from the fiasco. Chappelle said that if it were him who the box office star struck, things would have ended differently.
“I do now know what Will Smith would not have done, and that is enjoy the rest of his evening,” he said. After the incident, Smith went on to accept his first Oscar and even attended an afterparty. Rock controversially addressed the slap in detail in his own Netflix special, Selective Outrage, in March.
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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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- Based on this game's moneyline, the Wolverines' implied win probability is 55.6%.
- 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.
- The Wolverines have seen seven of its 12 games go over the point total.
- The average total for Michigan games this season has been 47.7, 2.2 points higher than the total for this game.
Alabama Betting Info (2023)
- 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%).
- The average point total for Alabama this season is 5.9 points higher than this game's over/under.
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BIJNOR: A man allegedly took his life in Dariyapur village in Bijnor district days after he was served a Rs 2 crore defamation notice by a hospital that he had accused of not disclosing his father’s death promptly, claiming they aimed to exploit him financially.
In a video shared on social media, Md Shahvez, 25, accused the doctors at Pooja Nursing Home of concealing details of his father’s demise last month.
On Friday, the hospital responded with a Rs 2 crore defamation notice, accusing Shahvez of tarnishing their image. He went missing soon after and was later found hanging from a tree.
Najibabad circle officer (CO) Anil Kumar confirmed Shahvez’s suicide, adding, “His body was found hanging from a tree in a field on Friday evening. We are yet to receive an official complaint regarding this incident.”
Shahvez’s family said the hospital’s notice had deeply upset him. Md Waseem, brother of Shahvej, said, “The hospital's administration forced my brother into suicide by issuing the notice to us.” The hospital has dismissed the allegations as “baseless”.
Hospital owner Dr Sandeep Agarwal said, “His father, Md Momin, was admitted to the hospital a month ago with Covid. He passed away from the virus. Shahvez had previously made false statements against the hospital. We issued defamation notices to those involved, including his family. His suicide is unrelated to our actions.”
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Comedy Icon Shecky Greene’s Laughter Fades as He Passes at 97
Shecky Greene, the legendary stand-up comedian and a familiar face in Las Vegas entertainment, has died at the age of 97 due to natural causes, as confirmed by his wife of 41 years, Marie Musso Greene, on December 31. Known for his frequent appearances on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson’, often filling in as a guest host, Greene’s influence extended beyond the stand-up stage. He made notable contributions to acting, with roles in the first season of ‘Combat!’, as well as films such as ‘Tony Rome’, ‘The Love Machine’, ‘Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood’, ‘History of the World: Part One’, and ‘Splash’.
A Storied Career in Entertainment
Greene’s career spanned several decades, during which he made appearances on various television shows including ‘The Ed Sullivan Show’, ‘The Hollywood Palace’, ‘The Love Boat’, ‘Laverne & Shirley’, ‘The Fall Guy’, ‘The A-Team’, ‘Roseanne’, and played Paul Reiser’s great-uncle on ‘Mad About You’. Despite his illustrious career, Greene was no stranger to personal struggles such as stage fright, alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, and gambling. Nevertheless, he managed to overcome these hurdles and continued to perform stand-up comedy up until the later years of his life.
Transforming Las Vegas into a Comedy Hub
Perhaps one of Greene’s most significant contributions was his role in transforming Las Vegas into a hub for comedy. His gregarious act during the 1950s and 60s turned the hotel lounge into a vibrant entertainment spot, helping to shape Las Vegas into a 24-hour party town. Known for his improvisation, physical comedy, and unpredictable behavior, Greene was a force to be reckoned with in the comedy scene.
Tributes and Posthumous Honors
Greene’s death marks the loss of a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Tributes have poured in from fans and fellow entertainers alike, reflecting on his impact on the comedy landscape. In recognition of his contributions, Greene is set to be posthumously inducted into the UNLV College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame. His legacy in entertainment, marked by his unique humor and storytelling ability, will continue to be celebrated and remembered.
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Influential former Texas US Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson dies at 88
Dec 31, 2023, 3:04 PM
DALLAS, Texas (AP) — Trailblazing longtime U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, a nurse from Texas who helped bring hundreds of millions of federal dollars to the Dallas area as the region’s most powerful Democrat, has died. She was 88.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and many other leaders issued statements about her death Sunday after her son posted about it on Facebook. The Dallas Morning News also confirmed her death with an unnamed source close to the family. No cause of death was given.
“She was the single most effective legislator Dallas has ever had,” the mayor said in a statement. “Nobody brought more federal infrastructure money home to our city. Nobody fought harder for our communities and our residents’ interests and safety. And nobody knew how to navigate Washington better for the people of Dallas.”
Eddie Bernice Johnson served in the House for three decades after becoming the first registered nurse elected to Congress and first Black chief psychiatric nurse at Dallas’ Veterans Affairs hospital. She went on to become the first Black woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and she also led the Congressional Black Caucus. She left office in January after repeatedly delaying her retirement. Before Congress, she served in the Texas legislature.
Johnson used her committee leadership position to fight against Republican efforts to block action on climate change.
Congressional Black Caucus Chair Steven Horsford said Johnson was “a fierce advocate for expanding STEM opportunities to Black and minority students” who also played a key role in helping the Biden administration pass a major package of incentives for computer chip manufacturers.
Johnson was born in Waco and grew up in the segregated South. Dallas’ once-segregated Union Station was renamed in her honor in 2019.
Her own experience with racism helped spur her to get involved in politics. She recalled that officials at the VA hospital were shocked that she was Black after they hired her sight-unseen, so they rescinded their offer for her to live in a dorm on campus. She told The Dallas Morning News in 2020 that officials would go into patients’ rooms ahead of her to “say that I was qualified.”
“That was really the most blatant, overt racism that I ever experienced in my life,” she told the newspaper.
Johnson nearly quit but decided to stick with it.
“It was very challenging,” she said. “But any job where you’re an African American woman entering for the first time would be a challenge. They had not hired one before I got there. Yes, it was a challenge, but it was a successful venture.”
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Panthers owner David Tepper appeared to throw a drink toward a group of Jaguars fans from his luxury box during Jacksonville's 26-0 win over Carolina on Sunday.
Video of the incident from an adjacent box was posted on social media. Tepper is seen tossing the contents of his cup out the window of his box, then slamming the cup down on a bar before walking out of view of the camera. A fan in Jaguars gear then stands up from his seat and climbs up to look into the window of the box. The video cuts off from there.
Not great: #Panthers owner David Tepper appears to have spilled his drink on a #Jaguars fan during today's frustrating 26-0 loss.
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The video did not include audio. WCNC's Nick Carboni reports that Jaguars security inquired about the video. Sunday's game took placed at Jacksonville's EverBank Stadium.
The Panthers didn't provide an immediate response to media requests for a statement after the game. The NFL acknowledged the existence of the video in a statement from spokesperson Tim Schlittner, but didn't initially provide any other response in a statement Sunday afternoon.
"We are aware of the video and have no further comment at this time," the statement reads.
Tepper, 66, has owned the Panthers since 2018. He purchased the team from founding owner Jerry Richardson, who sold the Panthers after a report revealed allegations of sexual and racial harassment during Richardson's tenure as team owner.
The Panthers have failed to make the postseason or produce a winning record during Tepper's five-plus tenure as owner. Sunday's loss dropped the Panthers to an NFL-worst 2-14. But they won't have the No. 1 pick in the draft. They traded their first-round pick last season to the Chicago Bears to acquire the pick to select quarterback Bryce Young, who has struggled during his rookie season.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Pac-12 on the docket. For info on how to watch all of the hard-hitting action, keep scrolling.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Pac-12 on the docket. For info on how to watch all of the hard-hitting action, keep scrolling.
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PHILADELPHIA -- Time is running out on the Philadelphia Eagles, and coach Nick Sirianni knows it.
"We have to get things fixed," he said, "and we have to get them fixed fast."
A brutal 35-31 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday delivered a major blow to their chances of claiming one of the top seeds for the NFC playoffs. The Eagles had the easiest closing schedule in football, according to ESPN's Football Power Index, and just needed wins over the Cardinals (4-12) and New York Giants (5-11) to secure an NFC East title for a second consecutive year.
Now it's the Dallas Cowboys in the driver's seat, needing just a win over the Washington Commanders in Week 18 to clinch the NFC East and likely put Philadelphia on the road for the duration of the playoffs.
"That's cool. Whatever we've got to do. It's a position we put ourselves in," Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham said. "Stay together. At the end of the day, that's what it's all about."
The Eagles have gone 1-4 over their last five games after a 10-1 start. Issues that had persisted over the course of the season, like untimely miscues on offense and breakdowns in the red zone and on third down on defense, have caught up with them.
The defensive woes were front and center against an Arizona offense that put up 449 yards and scored touchdowns on each of its four second-half possessions while operating without top receiver Marquise Brown (heel).
"I think things were just rolling our way last year. We made mistakes at times throughout the year, but at the end of the day we found a way to rally and make a play," cornerback James Bradberry said about the difference between the 2022 Eagles team that went to the Super Bowl and this one. "We just haven't been able to do that right now, and I think that's what's been missing, we've just got to be able to make a play when we need to."
The offense, meanwhile, failed to capitalize on prime field position after a Cardinals onside kick with four-plus minutes remaining and the game tied 28-28. The Eagles coaching staff dialed up a pair of designed quarterback runs for Jalen Hurts following an offensive holding call, then a screen pass to Kenneth Gainwell -- a play that ended well short of the first down marker -- before settling for a field goal.
Arizona then marched 70 yards in seven plays and scored the game-winning touchdown.
Sirianni pushed back on the idea that the Eagles were conservative in their play-calling during that offensive sequence.
The locker room had mixed reaction to the loss. Some players, like Graham, tried to put an optimistic spin on things. Receiver A.J. Brown declined to speak to reporters for a second straight week, believing there is "nothing to say."
Tackle Jordan Mailata did not take kindly to a question about whether Sirianni still had the backing of the players.
"Yes. Why would you say that?" Mailata said. "It's the NFL. It's any given Sunday. We got our teeth punched in today because we went out there and we thought they were going to be a pushover? No.
"It's the NFL. ... No, Nick has not lost the locker room. I'm going to end it there."
The Eagles have just one more game -- a Week 18 trip to MetLife Stadium to face the Giants -- to try and build some positive momentum before elimination games begin.
"I think there's going to be a lot people trying to point the finger at different things and everybody's got to stick together," Sirianni said. "We win as a team, we lose as a team, and together is the most important thing we can be right now. We're in the playoffs -- a lot of teams want to be in the playoffs. We still can do some things here and our goals are still in front of us."
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MUZAFFARNAGAR: A 38-year-old woman, Geeta, was allegedly killed by her husband, Neeraj Kumar, 42, for not bearing a child during their 20 years of marriage. The incident took place at Gazipur village under Barla police limits of Aligarh district on Saturday morning.
DSP (Barla), Sarjana Singh, said, "Preliminary probe has revealed the couple had a strained relationship and used to often fight over not having a child.
Geeta's family was informed about her death and a police team was formed to arrest the culprit. An FIR under IPC section 302 (murder) was registered against Neeraj based on the complaint by the victim's family. The weapon used to kill Geeta is yet to be recovered."
A local villager, Ravinder Singh, said, "Neeraj runs a grocery shop in the village and his wife used to work from home as a tailor. She was sewing clothes when her husband attacked her with a sharp object. Neeraj left the house after killing her. He also locked the room." Local police and a forensic team later reached the village and sent the body for autopsy.
Geeta's brother Raghav Singh, a resident of Firozabad, said, "My sister was married to Neeraj on December 29, 2003. Neeraj then started harassing her and she told us about it. But, we never thought things would come to this... On Saturday we got a call that Neeraj killed my sister and fled."
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Linda Yaccarino: From NBCUniversal to ‘X’ – An Unexpected Journey
The digital world was sent into a whirl when Linda Yaccarino, former head of global advertising for NBCUniversal, was unexpectedly announced as the new CEO for ‘X’, a social media company. The revelation, believed to imply Twitter’s renaming, came via a tweet from Elon Musk, the digital titan and owner of the company. Yaccarino, caught off guard, had only tentatively discussed the position with Musk and was in the midst of preparing for NBCUniversal’s upfronts, a key event for marketing future television programming.
From NBCUniversal to X
With support from Michael Cavanagh, president of Comcast (NBCUniversal’s parent company), Yaccarino transitioned swiftly. The press release announcing her departure came the very next day. Her new role as CEO of X requires her to breathe new life into a company grappling with serious challenges. A reduced workforce, dwindling advertising, and competition from similar platforms are among the significant hurdles she faces.
A Murky Power Dynamic
The leadership scenario at X is further complicated by Musk’s continued control over the company as chief technology officer, executive chair, and owner. Despite Yaccarino’s efforts, Musk’s unpredictable behavior and unilateral announcements often overshadow her position. Critics argue that Yaccarino is more of a figurehead in Musk’s regime rather than a leader exerting real control.
First 100 Days as CEO
Despite the challenges, Yaccarino has been engaging with the press and reflecting on her experiences during her first 100 days as CEO. However, Musk’s presence continues to dominate media coverage, while doubts about her autonomy persist. With Yaccarino at the helm, X plans to expand into news distribution with XWire, video streaming, and recruitment, rivaling platforms like Cision’s PR Newswire. Yet, the execution of these ambitious plans under the shadow of Musk’s influence remains to be seen.
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Top 25 College Football Streams & TV Channel Info | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 2:46 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
Among the best games on the 2023 bowl game schedule is the No. 3 Texas Longhorns squaring off against the No. 2 Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl.
Find what you need regarding how to watch this weekend of college football right here. Check out the links below.
How to Watch AP Top 25 Games
No. 24 James Madison Dukes at Air Force Falcons
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Air Force (-2)
Virginia Tech Hokies at No. 23 Tulane Green Wave
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Virginia Tech (-11.5)
No. 16 Louisville Cardinals at USC Trojans
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Petco Park
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Louisville (-4.5)
Texas A&M Aggies at No. 22 Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: NRG Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Oklahoma State (-3.5)
No. 17 SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Fenway Park
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: SMU (-13)
No. 19 NC State Wolfpack at Kansas State Wildcats
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ACCN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Kansas State (-3)
No. 14 Arizona Wildcats at No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Alamodome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Arizona (-2.5)
No. 21 Oregon State Beavers at No. 15 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: Sun Bowl Stadium
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Notre Dame (-5.5)
No. 9 Missouri Tigers at No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Ohio State (-4)
No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels at No. 10 Penn State Nittany Lions
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Penn State (-6)
No. 6 Georgia Bulldogs at No. 4 Florida State Seminoles
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Georgia (-22.5)
Wisconsin Badgers at No. 13 LSU Tigers
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: LSU (-8.5)
No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 25 Tennessee Volunteers
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Tennessee (-5.5)
No. 18 Liberty Flames at No. 8 Oregon Ducks
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Oregon (-17.5)
No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide at No. 1 Michigan Wolverines
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Rose Bowl
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Michigan (-1.5)
No. 3 Texas Longhorns at No. 2 Washington Huskies
- Time: 8:45 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Caesars Superdome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Texas (-3.5)
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Happy New Year!
Welcome to The Playlist: my weekly column that lets you know who and what to play — when it comes to music or other things in my rotation — for the upcoming week in fantasy basketball.
Each week, you'll see a compilation of the pickups you need to make, lineup notes (who's in and out of rotations), followed by key takeaways on the schedule.
So press play and shuffle through the latest fantasy basketball info.
ICYMI:A significant trade went down on Saturday in the Eastern Conference between the New York Knicks and Toronto Raptors.
O.G. Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa and Malachi Flynn were traded to the New York Knicks
RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley and a 2024 second-round pick were traded to the Toronto Raptors
Fantasy impact:
Quickley will be the biggest winner of this trade, as he'll see more minutes for a Raptors franchise that likely isn't finished making moves on its journey to a rebuild. With Dennis Schröder moving to the bench, there's a good chance IQ starts from the jump, but remember, the Raptors will still showcase Gary Trent Jr. in addition to Schröder in the hopes of increasing their trade value. Keep your eyes on the prize and ensure Quickley's not available on waivers because he could be the point guard Toronto's been looking for.
Anunoby has disappointed this season, ranking outside the top 100 in 9-category and points leagues. Still, now that he's landed in New York, we'll see a rejuvenated version with more minutes and an expanded role as the third option on offense.
Barrett should become a fan-favorite returning to Ontario, and the change of scenery is probably a good thing. Still, he's outside the top 200 in 9-category leagues and top 100 in points leagues, so he'll have to show more than scoring 18 points per night if he's going to be worth holding onto.
Achiuwa will likely see minutes behind Isaiah Hartenstein with Jericho Sims (groin) out of the lineup. He'll be much-needed depth for the Knicks, who are currently trotting out old af Taj Gibson. He's someone to add to your watchlist in 12+ team leagues.
Who's in my rotation: players to pick up on waivers that are less than 50% rostered in Yahoo leagues
Must adds in Week 11:
Dante Exum - PG/SG, Dallas Mavericks (38% rostered)
Y'all are dropping the ball if Exum is sitting on waivers. Mavs HC Jason Kidd announced that Exum would remain in the starting lineup after Kyrie Irving (heel) is healthy, which means you can confidently hold Exum for the foreseeable future. He's been outstanding for the Mavs and fantasy managers, charting as a top 70 player in per-game value over the last month in 9-category leagues and top 100 in points formats. He's doing everything but blocking shots for fantasy managers, and he is a must-roster, no matter the format.
Nick Richards - C. Charlotte Hornets (34%)
The Hornets' injury reporting is becoming more suspect than Puffy's track record. Mark Williams has been listed as day-to-day since early December, missing 10 straight games with a lower back contusion and no substantive update on when he'll return. Alas, Nick Richards is filling the void, averaging very close to a double-double as a starter this year. He's had a few duds here and there, but he's also provided fantasy managers with four double-doubles over his last six outings. With no clarity on Mark Williams, Richards must be rostered in all leagues.
Duncan Robinson - SG/SF, Miami Heat (50%)
The injury bug is back in Miami, leaving more opportunity for Duncan Robinson to continue his career year. Robinson has been a top 90 player in 9-category leagues for much of the season and will be a consistent scoring threat with efficiency and sneaky assists. He's getting close to 30 minutes per night, which won't change anytime soon.
Players to hold in Week 11:
Derrick Jones Jr. - SF, Dallas Mavericks (20%)
Like Exum, Kidd included DJJ in his starting lineup once Irving returns, which is great for fantasy managers. He's still under-rostered, given his ability to knock down threes and generate stocks. He's averaging 2.4 stocks per game over his last five games, with 13.6 points and 5.2 rebounds. Dallas will play four games in Week 11 with plus matchups against the Jazz and Trail Blazers twice — keep rolling with DJJ.
Alex Caruso - PG/SG, Chicago Bulls (41%)
Over the past week, he's been a top 100 player, posting 13.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.3 threes, and 1.3 steals in just under 30 minutes per game. As long as he's healthy, Caruso should be rostered. He's a stat stuffer who can raise the floor of your fantasy team defensively.
Malik Beasley - SG/SF, Milwaukee Bucks (41%)
Beasley's been trending down over the past week, falling under 50% and quickly approaching only 40%. However, he's heating back up, so grab him if you can. The Bucks have a favorable schedule in Week 11, and the three-point specialist has been cashing threes at a high rate (10 over his past two games). With games on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday, you'll likely get multiple days of production from just one transaction.
Day'Ron Sharpe - C, Brooklyn Nets (22%)
A per-minute beast, Sharpe has been a massive boost for fantasy managers lately. He ranked 65th in 9-category leagues in Week 10 and has produced in under 20 minutes per game. Over the past six games, Sharpe has averaged 11.0 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists. 0.8 steals and 1.2 blocks while shooting 68% from the field. He's not a good free-throw shooter but the counting stats make him worth holding at the moment.
Players to stream in Week 11:
Tre Jones - PG, San Antonio Spurs (47%)
Jones' minutes have been steady over the last three games, with at least 27 minutes each. He's filled up the stat sheet, posting 9.6 points, 6.0 assists and 5.7 rebounds while shooting an efficient 55% from the field. The Spurs play on two of their three games on Tuesday and Thursday, making him a viable stream in Week 11, assuming his minutes hold.
Patrick Williams - PF, Chicago Bulls (45%)
He's not a must add, considering two of his three matchups are against the Sixers and Knicks, but he's been useful and a top 100 player in 9-category leagues over the past two weeks. He's scored at least 13 points with a three-pointer in seven of his last eight games. He could sneak in a couple of stocks, too.
Malaki Branham - PG/SG/SF, San Antonio Spurs (9%)
Pop's rotations have been interesting, to say the least. He's tried Jeremy Sochan and now Branham at point guard before giving Tre Jones a shot. Branham's started the past 11 games for San Antonio and is averaging close to 11 points with three rebounds and three assists across 19 starts this year. It's nothing huge, but similar to Jones, playing on Tuesday and Thursday can get a couple of days' worth of production out of one transaction. His three positional eligibility helps, too.
Jonathan Kuminga - PF, Golden State Warriors (32%)
Draymond Green is rumored to return sometime between January 4-7th, which means Kuminga's days are likely numbered as a starter. But before we officially begin the countdown, JK's scoring and rebounding could be valuable this week. The Warriors play on Tuesday and Thursday as part of their four-game week, so he'll get run on the lighter slates.
Watchlist for Week 11:
Goga Bitadze - C, Orlando Magic (22%)
Wendell Carter Jr. missed Friday and Sunday's games with knee soreness, which offered up two starts for Bitadze, where he didn't disappoint. He's blocked at least one shot in 11 of his last 12 games and is averaging 2.6 stocks in 21 starts this year. If you need blocks and Wendell sits, he's worth streaming with the Magic playing four games in Week 11.
Jabari Walker - SF/ PF, Portland Trail Blazers (4%)
Deandre Ayton (knee) and Duop Reath (back) missed the past two games, and Walker broke out in a significant way in Saturday's win over the Spurs, delivering a career-high 25 points (7-11 FG, 11-13 FT) with nine boards, one assists, one steal and one block in 30 minutes off the bench.
Other streaming options:
Shallow leagues:
Immanuel Quickley - PG/SG, Toronto Raptors (62%)
Brandin Podziemski - SG, Golden State Warriors (57%)
Jaden McDaniels - SF/PF, Minnesota Timberwolves (51%)
Kelly Oubre Jr. - SF, Philadelphia 76ers (47%)
Deep leagues:
Dario Šarić - PF/C, Golden State Warriors (25%)
Gary Trent Jr. - PG/SG, Toronto Raptors (36%)
Keyonte George - PG/SG, Utah Jazz (32%)
Paul Reed - PF/C, Philadelphia 76ers (32%)
Donte DiVincenzo - SG/SF, New York Knicks (23%)
Aaron Nesmith - SF/PF, Indiana Pacers (27%)
Jalen Smith - PF/C, Indiana Pacers (17%)
Cody Martin - SG/SF, Charlotte Hornets (2%)
Rotation notes:
X-rays negative on Heat F Jimmy Butler's foot
The play: Butler's missed eight games this season, but the foot injury is new. Heat HC Erik Spoelstra didn't provide an update on Butler's status, so he's already been ruled out for Monday. Fantasy managers can assume he'll be limited in Week 11, so keep riding with Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Duncan Robinson.
Nuggets F Aaron Gordon (dog bite) expects to return on Monday
The play: Peyton Watson can be dropped now that Gordon is trending towards playing on Monday. This is a welcomed news update, as it seemed like Gordon would miss an extended period dealing with lacerations on his face and shooting hand.
Daily Games Played:
Monday: 8
Tuesday: 6
Wednesday: 12
Thursday: 2
Friday: 14
Saturday: 4
Sunday: 9
20 teams play four games: Bucks, Cavaliers, Clippers, Grizzlies, Jazz, Kings, Knicks, Mavericks, Magic, Nets, Nuggets, Pacers, Pelicans, Pistons, Raptors, Rockets, Suns, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers and Warriors
10 teams play three games: 76ers, Bulls, Celtics, Hawks, Heat, Hornets, Lakers, Spurs, Thunder and Wizards
Teams with back-to-backs:
Monday/Tuesday: Hornets
Tuesday/Wednesday: Bulls, Grizzlies, Kings, Magic, Nets, Pelicans and Thunder
Wednesday/Thursday: Bucks
Thursday/Friday: Nuggets and Warriors
Friday/Saturday: 76ers, Celtics, Jazz, Knicks, Pacers, Rockets, Wizards
Saturday/Sunday: none
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Top 25 College Football Streams & TV Channel Info | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 2:46 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
Among the best games on the 2023 bowl game schedule is the No. 3 Texas Longhorns squaring off against the No. 2 Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl.
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How to Watch AP Top 25 Games
No. 24 James Madison Dukes at Air Force Falcons
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Air Force (-2)
Virginia Tech Hokies at No. 23 Tulane Green Wave
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Virginia Tech (-11.5)
No. 16 Louisville Cardinals at USC Trojans
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: Petco Park
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Louisville (-4.5)
Texas A&M Aggies at No. 22 Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Date: Wednesday, December 27
- Venue: NRG Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Oklahoma State (-3.5)
No. 17 SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles
- Time: 11:00 AM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Fenway Park
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: SMU (-13)
No. 19 NC State Wolfpack at Kansas State Wildcats
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ACCN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Kansas State (-3)
No. 14 Arizona Wildcats at No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners
- Time: 9:15 PM ET
- Date: Thursday, December 28
- Venue: Alamodome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Arizona (-2.5)
No. 21 Oregon State Beavers at No. 15 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: Sun Bowl Stadium
- TV Channel: CBS
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Notre Dame (-5.5)
No. 9 Missouri Tigers at No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Date: Friday, December 29
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Ohio State (-4)
No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels at No. 10 Penn State Nittany Lions
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Penn State (-6)
No. 6 Georgia Bulldogs at No. 4 Florida State Seminoles
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Date: Saturday, December 30
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Georgia (-22.5)
Wisconsin Badgers at No. 13 LSU Tigers
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium
- TV Channel: SECN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: LSU (-8.5)
No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 25 Tennessee Volunteers
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Camping World Stadium
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
- Favorite: Tennessee (-5.5)
No. 18 Liberty Flames at No. 8 Oregon Ducks
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Oregon (-17.5)
No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide at No. 1 Michigan Wolverines
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Rose Bowl
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Michigan (-1.5)
No. 3 Texas Longhorns at No. 2 Washington Huskies
- Time: 8:45 PM ET
- Date: Monday, January 1
- Venue: Caesars Superdome
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Favorite: Texas (-3.5)
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CHICAGO -- The Chicago Bears closed out the last day of 2023 with plenty to celebrate.
The Bears beat the Atlanta Falcons 37-17 during their final game of the year at Soldier Field, which marked their seventh win of the season and fifth straight at home. After starting the season 2-7, Chicago has won four of its past five games.
Though the victory Sunday was the catalyst of a celebratory postgame locker room where cigars purchased by wide receiver DJ Moore were handed out and enjoyed, it's not the only thing the Bears have to be excited about entering the new year.
The Panthers' 26-0 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Arizona Cardinals' win over the Philadelphia Eagles ensure the Panthers (2-14) will finish the season with the worst record in the NFL, meaning the Bears are officially locked into possession of the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 draft.
The Bears will head into the offseason with the No. 1 selection for a second straight year. Chicago earned the top pick on the last day of the 2022 season and traded it to Carolina on March 10 in exchange for the ninth and 61st overall selections in the 2023 draft, Carolina's 2024 first-round pick, a 2025 second-rounder and Moore.
Carolina used its No. 1 pick to draft quarterback Bryce Young, who has struggled throughout his rookie season. The trade netted Chicago a career year from Moore (92 catches, 1,300 yards, 8 TDs) and two rookie starters in right tackle Darnell Wright and cornerback Tyrique Stevenson.
"To come here, I feel like the No. 1 overall pick," said Moore, who was drafted 24th overall by Carolina in 2018.
The wide receiver totaled nine catches for 159 yards and a touchdown against the Falcons. He became the fifth Bears player in franchise history to reach 1,300 yards in a season and the first to reach that mark since Alshon Jeffery in 2013 (1,421).
"Five years in Carolina and then to come here Year 1 and surpass that is amazing," Moore said of his new career-best marks.
The Panthers lost their first six games of the season and fired first-year coach Frank Reich after a 1-10 start. Carolina entered Sunday having scored in 342 straight regular-season games since Week 13 in 2012, the second-longest active streak in the NFL, behind only the Baltimore Ravens, who are now up to 352.
The Bears earned possession of the No. 1 pick with roughly six minutes remaining in their game against Atlanta. Chicago is currently slated to draft with the first and 10th picks.
"I really don't give attention to it right now," coach Matt Eberflus said. "I don't think we're picking tomorrow, you know what I mean? So the focus ... for you to do your job the right way is you got to be here right now, get your eyes forward for the next thing."
Eberflus' tone was similar when asked about a report from NFL Network that he will be back with the Bears in 2024.
"Like I said many times, my eyes are forward on the corrections of this game," Eberflus said. "I really don't pay attention to that, and I'm a football coach, right? So I know there's always going to be noise out there, good or bad, and if you listen to either one of them, guess what -- you ain't doing your job.
"And for me, doing my job is focusing on the men in that locker room and the coaches and the development of the Chicago Bears, and that's what I'm going to do."
Chicago's path in the 2024 draft centers around the quarterback position. Since his return from a thumb injury in Week 11, Justin Fields' play has improved in a handful of categories and gives the Bears several scenarios to weigh about whether they'll trade the top pick to garner more draft capital and build around Fields, or use the No. 1 pick to draft a rookie quarterback.
Either way, having the No. 1 overall pick feels different in Chicago this year, given it did not come via the Bears' own record.
"Obviously in this case, it is good for us, but we're not celebrating that," safety Jaquan Brisker said. "We're celebrating a victory at home, five, six straight in a row. That's huge for us and having momentum is huge."
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NAGPUR: The interstate liquor mafia kingpin, Ashok Chelani, whose consignment worth ₹42 lakh was seized around a month ago, has been booked under the stringent Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities (MPDA) Act by CP Amitesh Kumar this week.
Chelani was on the run for several weeks after his consignments were seized. The crime branch nabbed him a week ago.
Offences were registered against him at different stations.
16-yr-old dies after 2-wheeler hits divider A 16-year-old teenager was seriously injured after he rammed his two-wheeler into the road divider near Uday Nagar garden on December 28. He was rushed to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries on Friday.
The victim, identified as Omkareshwar Kawre, had borrowed the two-wheeler from a friend for some work. Hudkeshwar police have registered accidental death. tnn
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Monique Smith’s Decades-Long Journey: From Jane Doe to Advocate
In the heart of West Baltimore, Monique Smith, known as ‘The Longest Living Jane Doe,’ endured a traumatic childhood marked by abuse and identity erasure. Raised under the care of a woman she believed to be her mother, Smith was unaware of the labyrinth of secrets enveloping her existence. As she stepped into adulthood, she stumbled upon inconsistencies in her personal documents, setting her on a decades-long pursuit of her true identity.
The Search Begins
Smith’s quest for her origins became an integral part of her life. Lacking a birth certificate, she found herself in a bureaucratic nightmare, unable to prove her identity or even that she was the mother of her children. She sought answers from various institutions, including the Board of Education, Social Security Administration, and the police. She also turned to the Salvation Army’s missing persons program, hoping to find a thread leading to her past.
A Maze of Dead Ends
Despite the countless dead ends and the significant amount of money spent on private detectives and attorneys, Smith remained resolute. Her journey was far from easy, yet she persisted, driven by an innate yearning to uncover her roots. It was a quest that seemed nearly impossible until genetic genealogist CeCe Moore stepped into the picture.
The Revelation
Through the power of DNA, Moore linked Smith to a woman named Margaret Conyers, a mother of six who had once lived in the Bronx. Conyers had succumbed to a drug overdose at age 34, leaving behind a family and a daughter she never knew was missing. The revelation was shocking: Smith had been abducted as a child. She was a daughter, a sister, and most importantly, she was no longer a Jane Doe.
From Victim to Advocate
While Smith’s true identity has now been revealed, she has transformed her personal strife into a mission of advocacy. She now dedicates her life to raising awareness about missing and abducted children, emphasizing the importance of community responsibility in addressing and preventing such tragedies.
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GOTHENBURG, Sweden -- Michigan forward Rutger McGroarty had a hat trick, Michigan State's Trey Augustine made 38 saves and the United States defeated Slovakia 10-2 on Sunday in the world junior hockey championship to complete Group B play undefeated.
Michigan's Gavin Brindley and Michigan State's Isaac Howard each scored twice and Denver's Zeev Buium and Boston College teammates Ryan Leonard and Cutter Gauthier added goals.
"I thought we played extremely well overall," U.S. coach David Carle said. "We're continuing to build and now we're on to the next phase with the quarterfinals."
McGroarty, who was selected 14th overall by the Winnipeg Jets in the 2022 NHL Draft and has six goals and 18 points for the Wolverines this season, will lead the Americans into a matchup vs. Latvia on Tuesday in the quarterfinals. Latvia was fourth in Group A.
Marian Mosko and Filip Mesar scored for Slovakia. It will face Finland in the quarterfinals.
In the other group B finale, the Czech Republic beat Switzerland 4-2. In Group A, Finland beat Sweden 5-4 in a shootout and Canada topped Germany 6-3. Sweden -- which shut out its first three group opponents -- was first in the group, followed by Canada and Finland.
In the quarterfinals, Sweden will face Switzerland, and Canada will play the Czech Republic.
Jani Nyman tied it for Finland late in regulation and scored the deciding goal in the shootout.
"I don't know what happened, but we weren't ready at the start," Swedish forward Noah Ostlund said. "We don't make to make excuses. We have to be better next time."
Boston University star Macklin Celebrini scored twice for Canada.
"One of those games where you just got to keep going," said the 17-year-old Celebrini, expected to be the top pick in the NHL draft. "We just had to push through ... it's never going to be perfect."
Jiri Kulich scored the deciding goals for the Czech Republic.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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With the regular season behind us, it's time for bowl season and the College Football Playoff. The postseason slate includes eight games that feature teams from the Big Ten. To ensure you catch all of the action, see the column below for details on how to watch.
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With the regular season behind us, it's time for bowl season and the College Football Playoff. The postseason slate includes eight games that feature teams from the Big Ten. To ensure you catch all of the action, see the column below for details on how to watch.
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Chief Justice Roberts casts a wary eye on the uses of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
Dec 31, 2023, 3:23 PM
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Sunday turned his focus to the promise, and shortcomings, of artificial intelligence in the federal courts, in an annual report that made no mention of Supreme Court ethics or legal controversies involving Donald Trump.
Describing artificial intelligence as the “latest technological frontier,” Roberts discussed the pros and cons of computer-generated content in the legal profession. His remarks come just a few days after the latest instance of AI-generated fake legal citations making their way into official court records, in a case involving ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen.
“Always a bad idea,” Roberts wrote in his year-end report, noting that “any use of AI requires caution and humility.”
At the same time, though, the chief justice acknowledged that AI can make it much easier for people without much money to access the courts. “These tools have the welcome potential to smooth out any mismatch between available resources and urgent needs in our court system,” Roberts wrote.
The report came at the end of a year in which a series of stories questioned adopting its first code of conduct. Many of those stories focused on Justice Clarence Thomas and his failure to disclose travel, other hospitality and additional financial ties with wealthy conservative donors including Harlan Crow and Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor also have been under scrutiny.
The country also is entering an the beginning of an election year that seems likely to enmesh the court in some way in the ongoing criminal cases against Trump and efforts to keep the Republican former president off the 2024 ballot.
Along with his eight colleagues, Roberts almost never discusses cases that are before the Supreme Court or seem likely to get there. In past reports, he has advocated for enhanced security and salary increases for federal judges, praised judges and their aides for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and highlighted other aspects of technological changes in the courts.
Roberts once famously compared judges to umpires who call balls and strikes, but don’t make the rules. In his latest report, he turned to a different sport, tennis, to make the point that technology won’t soon replace judges.
At many tennis tournaments, optical technology, rather than human line judges, now determines “whether 130 mile per hour serves are in or out. These decisions involve precision to the millimeter. And there is no discretion; the ball either did or did not hit the line. By contrast, legal determinations often involve gray areas that still require application of human judgment,” Roberts wrote.
Looking ahead warily to the growing use of artificial intelligence in the courts, Roberts wrote: “I predict that human judges will be around for a while. But with equal confidence I predict that judicial work — particularly at the trial level — will be significantly affected by AI.”
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While Jesus taught in one of the synagogues on the Sabbath, there was a woman who had a spirit of infirmity for eighteen years and was bowed together and could not lift herself.
Jesus called to her and said, “Woman, thou are loosed from your infirmity. He laid hands on her: and immediately she was made straight, and glorified God (Luke 13:10-13).” She pressed her way to the synagogue, and Jesus healed her.
Community friends, many of you can testify that there were Sundays you didn’t feel like going to church, but you got up and pressed your way, and you were so glad that you did. I believe, I believe, that that’s why some people are not healed today, they are not delivered today, they are still bound and bowed together is because they don’t have a press in them to make it to the house of prayer to be with the saints and where the spirit of the Lord is. We all know that folk press their way where they want to go! They go to the mall. They go to restaurants, the beach, the movies, and theme parks.
I believe that God would do some things, destroy some yokes, and do work in the lives of his people if they would just get in the press! Look at this woman. Jesus didn’t come to her. She came, and she pressed her way to the synagogue. She was in the right place. Community, folks that don’t go anywhere miss out. Those who stay home from church because of every little ache and pain yet go everywhere else miss out. If this woman had stayed home, we all would understand. I mean, in this condition and the struggle it took for her to walk to the synagogue because they didn’t have an automobile or Uber in those days. So we would have understood if she did not come to church. But it was something about being in the midst where the spirit of the Lord is, and the feast of the Lord is going on.
And when the church is your life, when worship is who you are, when you believe in the promises of God, when your hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’s blood and righteousness, when you battle Satan all week, and you press your way to the house of God to hear a word, things can turn all the way around. There is something about the word of God that drew her to the assembly. She had been this way for so long, till this, it was incurable. As painful as it was, she made her way to the synagogue on the Sabbath Day. No doubt, people stared at her as she went. Whispered behind her back, saying, “It didn’t take all that!” you know how people are. “She should have stayed home in her condition.” “God knows her heart.” Something else we can learn from this is that this woman was not content to stay in her comfort zone. She ventured out.
In 2024, saints, we are called to step outside our box. Leave our kinfolk if need be so God can use us. Like Abraham, it’s time to break free! This woman did not let what people thought about her hinder her. Community, until we forget about people and what they think, we will never be all God wants us to be. Like this woman, we will be bowed together. After eighteen long years of dealing with this demonic infirmity, here she is at the synagogue on the Sabbath Day. But something was getting ready to happen. For man’s extremities are God’s opportunities. Today, she was going to break free. Her perseverance is about to pay off, for they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength (Isa. 40:31).
Sometimes, God will wait until things are at their worst, and then he will show up, speak to the situation and give us a miracle. This morning, somebody may be like this woman. Your situation may be crippling, and you don’t know what to do. Things are out of control. You pray, go to church, do the right thing. Day after day, week after week, nothing has changed. God told me to tell you that’s exactly where he wanted it to get. So that when he does show up and speak to it, you will know that it is God, and God will get the glory! Jesus spoke the word, and then he laid His hands on her, and immediately she was healed.
Look at Jesus, community, in this healing process. he didn’t tell her to jump up and down, run up and down the aisle to receive her miracle. He didn’t tell her to get in a 20-dollar prayer line or sow a seed in order to be blessed. He didn’t use methods of intimidation or coercion. No, Jesus just spoke the word and laid hands on her, and immediately, she that had been crooked was made straight. She broke free! Community, since our name was not in the obituary column this year. And since God is so good, In the name of Jesus Christ, we ought to break free in 2024! Break free from sin. Give your life to Jesus Christ, and he’ll make a miracle out of a mess! Break free from jealous folk. Break free from fear and domestic violence. Break free from anybody or anything that will bow you down. 2024 is a brand-new year. In the name of Jesus, “Thou art loosed from your infirmity!” It’s time to break free in 2024.
The Rev. George Ellis is the pastor of Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church.
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The Kansas City Chiefs have averted disaster.
Despite another sluggish Sunday, they rallied for a 25-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.
The win didn't do much to quell concerns about a tepid offense that anchored Kansas City through a 2-4 stretch following their Week 10 bye. But it did secure the AFC West title, avoiding a Week 18 scenario that could have seen them eliminated from the postseason.
The Chiefs got off to a strong start with a 75-yard opening drive that ended with a touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes to Isaiah Pacheco. They wouldn't find the end zone from there.
After the Bengals answered with a touchdown to tie the game, the Chiefs turned the ball over with a fumble on their next possession. The Bengals then took a 17-17 lead that the the Chiefs cut to 17-13 at halftime. From there, kicker Harrison Butker and the Kansas City defense did the bulk of the work.
Butker successfully kicked four second-half field goals to extend a personal 18-0 scoring run over the Bengals as Kansas City shut Cincinnati out in the second half.
The Bengals had a chance to tie the game after Butker's sixth field goal extended Kansas City's lead to 25-17. They converted a fourth-and-18 after Justin Reid sack of Jake Browning at the Cincinnati 38-yard line. But Chiefs defenders sacked Browning two more times to force a fourth-and-27 that the Bengals would not convert.
The stop allowed the Chiefs to run out the clock and clinch an eighth consecutive AFC West title.
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Nagpur: The Nagpur district and sessions court on Saturday declined disqualified Congress MLA Sunil Kedar’s plea to stay his conviction, suspension of his jail term and bail after being convicted in the Rs 150 crore Nagpur District Central Cooperative Bank (NDCCB) scam.
Rejecting Kedar’s application, district and additional sessions judge, Justice RS Patil-Bhosale said, “It would send a wrong message to the society if bail is granted to such an accused as the scam involved Rs 150 crore of hard-earned money of the poor farmers and common man.” Kedar was the bank’s chairman when the scam took place in 2002.
A magisterial court here had on December 22 convicted Kedar and five others including NDCCB ex-general manager Ashok Chaudhary, stockbroker Ketan Seth, Giltage management services manager Amit Verma, senior vice-president of Home Trade Securities Subodh Bhandari and Director of Home Trade Securities Nandkishor Trivedi.
All the six were convicted and sentenced to undergo five-year rigorous imprisonment under Indian Penal Code sections 406 (criminal breach of trust), 409 (criminal breach of trust by public servant), 468 (forgery for purpose of cheating), 471 (whoever fraudulently or dishonestly uses as genuine any document which he knows or has reason to believe to be a forged document), 120(b) (criminal conspiracy) and 34 (common intention). They were also fined Rs12.5 lakh each. Five others, convicted along with Kedar, had filed separate bail applications. The court would decide on these applications on January 2.
Kedar was shifted to Nagpur Central Jail on December 28 late evening after being declared medically fit and discharged from Government Medical College and Hospital. He was admitted to GMCH following complaints of chest pain and acute migraine soon after being convicted by the magisterial court.
Justice RS Patil-Bhosale took three days to hear the submissions by all the six accused and special public prosecutor who opposed them.
Kedar had moved the district and sessions court for triple relief following his conviction to get his membership to the Maharashtra legislative assembly restored. He represented Saoner assembly constituency in Nagpur district. The state legislature secretariat disqualified him as a member of the lower house from the date of his conviction under provisions of Article 19 (1) (e) of the Constitution of India and Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Kedar’s counsel Devendra Chavan said they would move the Nagpur bench of Bombay high court against the sessions court verdict. Special public prosecutor Ajay Misar and district government pleader Nitin Telgote represented the state.
The court said it was Kedar’s responsibility, as NDCCB chairman, to safeguard the depositors’ money “but he played a key role in appointing five investment companies and allocating funds running into crores of rupees to them”.
Citing the Supreme Court ruling in Ravikant Patil Vs Sarvabhouma S Bagali case, the sessions court order noted, “An order granting stay of conviction is not the rule but an exception to be restored to in the rare cases depending on the facts of a case,” before rejecting Kedar’s application.
The court also noted that Kedar approached the high court before filing the appeal in sessions court to decline him a stay on the trial court’s order.
“The sessions court also observed on Saturday that the lower court’s verdict was based on documentary evidence and a strong message regarding how strict the court is in such cases should go out. If the accused is released on bail or his sentence is suspended, it will send a wrong message to the society,” district government pleader Nitin Telgote quoted Justice RS Patil-Bhosale as saying.
“When there is such strong evidence, there is prima facie no need to re-evaluate the lower court's decision today. Hence, it would not be appropriate to grant any relief at this moment,” the judge noted.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — With the calendar-page turn to 2024 on Monday comes 320 new state laws that Illinois residents will need to navigate.
Some will have a widespread effect, including a law banning semi-automatic rifles and another requiring paid time off. But others won’t have an immediate or noticeable impact, including a law that lets county governments consider a potential contractor’s participation in an approved apprenticeship program in determining the winning low bid for a project.
One law that took effect in 2019 but is still impacting tens of thousands of workers is an increase in the minimum wage. It increases to $14 an hour on Jan. 1 for non-tipped workers and will reach $15 in a year.
Here are some of the other major changes to Illinois state law as of New Year’s Day:
BAN ON SEMI-AUTOMATIC WEAPONS
The U.S. Supreme Court has failed to take up the case of Illinois’ ban on the sale, possession or manufacture of automatic weapons like the type used in a mass shooting at a 2023July Fourthparade in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park.
The law bans dozens of specific brands or types of rifles and handguns, including .50-caliber guns, attachments and rapid-firing devices. No rifle will be allowed to accommodate more than 10 rounds, with a 15-round limit for handguns.
Those who previously purchased such guns must register them with the Illinois State Police by Jan. 1.
BOOK-BAN PROHIBITION
Libraries that indiscriminately ban books will not be eligible for state funds. They must adopt the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights stating “materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.”
The library association reported that attempts to censor books reached a 20-year high in 2022, especially those with LGBTQ+ themes and those written by people of color.
PAID TIME OFF
Employers will be required to offer paid vacation for any reason. Workers will accrue one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours worked, up to 40 hours total. Employers may offer more than 40 hours and employees may take time off after working for 90 days.
AIR FRESHENERS ALLOWED
Police will no longer be able to pull over a motorist solely because there is an object hanging from their rearview mirror. The law was approved after Daunte Wright was pulled over in Minnesota in 2021 for having a dangling air freshener. He was shot when the officer, reaching for her stun gun, instead grabbed her sidearm.
NO VIDEOCONFERENCING ON THE ROAD
Video meetings, streaming or accessing a social media website while driving will be prohibited. There will be an exception for video on a hands-free or voice-activated device or an application requiring the push of no more than a single button to activate or terminate it.
NO INDOOR VAPING
Vaping or smoking an electronic cigarette or cigar in a public indoor space will be prohibited. The law adds electronic smoking devices to the list of items prohibited in indoor public places under the 2008 Smoke Free Illinois Act, which banned regular tobacco products’ indoor use.
LICENSE-PLATE READER RESTRICTIONS
Interstate agreements between law enforcement agencies must specify that license-plate reader technology not be used on cars driven by women coming into Illinois to have abortions.
SURVEILLANCE DRONES
Following the Highland Park parade shooting, lawmakers approved the use of drones by law enforcement to surveil “routed” or “special events.” The drones may not be equipped with weapons or facial-recognition technology.
DEEPFAKE PORN
Victims of digital forgeries known as deepfake pornography may file civil lawsuits against anyone who shares or threatens to share an image that falsely depicts a person exposing genitalia or other private parts or engaging in a sex act. Identifying the image as materially altered is not a defense to liability.
RESTROOMS MAY BE ALL-GENDER MULTIOCCUPANCY
Businesses have the option of installing restrooms that may be used by any gender simultaneously. Current restrooms may be renovated to accommodate all genders. Urinals may not be included and stalls must have floor-to-ceiling, locking dividers.
VOTER REGISTRATION FOR TEENS
Teenagers may pre-register to vote at age 16 or 17 while obtaining a driver’s license or state identification card at a drivers’ services office run by the secretary of state. When turning 18, the legal voting age, they will already be registered to vote.
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Dual Wimbledon champ Kvitova expecting first child
Dual Grand Slam champion Petra Kvitova has started the new year by announcing she is expecting her first child.
"On the first day of 2024 I wanted to wish you a happy new year and share the exciting news that Jiri and I will be welcoming a baby into our family this summer!" the Czech player wrote on social media.
Kvitova married Jiri Vanek, her long-time coach, in July 2023.
The 33-year-old Kvitova, currently ranked 17th, won Wimbledon in 2011 and 2014.
Kvitova was an inclusion when the Australian Open entry list was released in early December.
It was not immediately known if her pregnancy news would change her plans for the first Grand Slam tournament of the year, which begins on January 14.
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