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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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10 athletes who switched allegiances to represent New Zealand
In the wake of the news that tennis player Lulu Sun is considering switching allegiances from Switzerland to the nation of her birth (she was born in Te Anau, Southland), here are 10 other athletes who switched national allegiances to represent New Zealand on the world stage.
Silver Ferns legend Irene van Dyk
Arguably one of the most famous South Africans to switch allegiances, Irene van Dyk first made her international netball debut in 1994 and went on to play 72 international tests and captain South Africa before declaring for the Silver Ferns.
At the 1995 World Netball Championships in England, she was part of the side that beat the Ferns and made it to the final.
Van Dyk moved to Aotearoa in 2000, and played 147 games for her new home country, making her the most capped netballer in the sport’s history. She retired from the international scene in 2014, after 20 years, and took up coaching.
Black Caps batter Devon Conway
Following in compatriot Grant Elliott’s footsteps, the South African-born batter became eligible to represent Aotearoa in 2020.
The now 32-year-old made his Black Caps debut at Lords against England in 2021, making a sublime 200 to write his name onto the famous honours board.
Conway has gone on to play 18 tests, 31 ODIs and 41 T20s (and still averages 40-plus in all three formats) while wearing the fern.
He also holds the record for the fifth-highest second wicket partnership with young gun Rachin Ravindra when they scored an unbeaten 273 against England during the recent ODI World Cup in India.
White Ferns wicketkeeper Bernadine Bezuidenhout
Speaking of South African-born cricketers, Bernadine Bezuidenhout represented her birth nation in 2014 and 2015 before making the move to Christchurch and gaining a place in the Magicians.
In 2018, she was offered a White Ferns contract and made her international debut for New Zealand the same year against Ireland.
She currently holds the joint record for most dismissals in an international T20 after the wicketkeeper took three catches and two stumpings against Ireland in Dublin in June 2018.
Bezuidenhout took two years out of cricket to recover from Red-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) and is now making her mark with the Northern Brave on the domestic scene.
All Blacks enforcer Brad Thorn
It’s always good when Aotearoa can pinch something from Australia, and that was the case with Otago-born Brad Thorn.
Thorn represented Australia in rugby league in eight tests and also played for Queensland in the State of Origin and the Broncos in the NRL. In 2000, he was recognised with an Australian Sports Medal for his contribution to league.
The following year, Thorn switched codes to rugby union, turning out for the highly successful Crusaders before going on to make his All Blacks debut in 2003.
The Rugby World Cup winner holds the record as the oldest player to play in a tournament match and win it, having been 36 years and 262 days old when the All Blacks pipped France in the 2011 final.
Following 22 years as a professional player, Thorn moved into coaching and in 2023 completed his sixth year as coach of the Queensland Reds before standing down.
All Blacks greats Frank Bunce, Alama Ieremia and Sir Michael Jones
The trio who dominated for the All Blacks in the 1990s are all dual internationals, having played for a Pacific Island nation before making the switch to New Zealand.
Bunce made his international debut for Western Samoa in 1991, before going on to play 55 tests for the All Blacks between 1992 and 1997.
Ieremia debuted for Western Samoa in 1992 against Tonga in Apia. He played five tests for his home nation before representing the All Blacks in 40 tests between 1994 and 2000.
While his team-mate Jones was born and educated in Auckland, he qualified to play for Western Samoa via his mum and turned out for the side in 1986.
One year later, he joined the UK tour of the New Zealand Barbarians, and featured in the first ever Rugby World Cup later that year. After retiring in 1999, he went on to coach Samoa between 2004 and 2007.
Football Ferns duo Ali Riley and Indiah-Paige Riley
What a year 2023 was for footballer Ali Riley, who co-captained the Football Ferns at the FIFA Women’s World Cup co-hosted by Aotearoa and Australia.
The 36-year-old defender became a recognisable face for those who were starting to discover women’s football.
California-born Riley could qualify to play for the US, but made her debut for New Zealand at the Under-20 World Cup in 2006, and stepped up to the senior Football Ferns in 2007.
She’s played more than 155 international games, and has been to four World Cups and two Olympics. She was recently recognised with a New Years honour for her contribution to football.
Indiah-Paige Riley (no relation to Ali) is another athlete “stolen” from Australia. She was born in New Zealand but made the move across the ditch during childhood.
Having risen through the age group ranks, in which she represented her adopted nation, she then went on to debut for the Matildas in 2021 before making the switch to her birth country.
The 22-year-old got her Football Ferns call-up for two friendlies against Mexico and the Philippines in 2022, and featured in all the team’s World Cup matches last year.
Squash player Kashif Shuja
Born in Abbottabad, Pakistan, Shuja was a national junior champion and represented Pakistan at the 1998 Commonwealth Games before making the move to New Zealand in 2001.
He turned pro in 2005 and was part of the New Zealand team to play in the World Men's Team Championships hosted in his birth country in the same year.
He went onto win five consecutive national championships between 2004 and 2009 and 11 World Tour titles.
In 2017, Shuja took up coaching and led the men’s side at the World Team Championships in France where they finished sixth.
Three years later, he became one of the most decorated squash players in New Zealand history after winning the O40 masters in Whangarei, his 11th national title. He lives in Taupō, and is still actively playing and coaching.
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Tampa, Fla. – The New Orleans Saints rode big individual performances in all phases of the game to a 23-13 victory over Tampa Bay on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium. Whatever New Orleans needed, someone was able to produce as the Saints (8-8) kept alive their hopes of winning the NFC South Division.
OFFENSE: Tight end Juwan Johnson set the tone, undoubtedly. Johnson set single-game career highs in receptions (eight) and receiving yards (90), while also scoring the Saints' first touchdown. And after he injured a shoulder and was questionable to return, he came back and caught a 32-yard beauty – fingertips sticking to the back half of the football – to show off his receiving skills. Strong consideration to quarterback Derek Carr (24 of 32 for 197 yards and two touchdowns) and the offensive line, each member of which was outstanding. But Johnson had his fingerprints all over this one, and the Saints needed him because they worked the tight ends heavily against the Bucs.
DEFENSE: We'll start with the honorable mention, because nickel corner Alontae Taylor deserves some love for coming up with his first career interception, a deep ball that he high pointed and came down with. But safety Johnathan Abram was even more impactful – an interception, a forced fumble (recovered by linebacker Demario Davis) and five tackles. The Saints' defense was pristine for the majority of the game, and Abram's splash plays were front and center.
SPECIAL TEAMS: Blake Grupe was perfect on three field-goal attempts, raising his season total to 28 and tying the franchise rookie record that was set in 2016 by Wil Lutz. Grupe has experienced some highs and battled through some lows, but team records are not to be slighted. Likewise, Lou Hedley had three punts downed inside the 20-yard line, increasing to 30 the number of punts he has had downed inside the 20 this season. That's tied for second-most in a season in franchise history (Thomas Morstead had 30 in 2019).
Check out the game action shots from the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 17 of the 2023 NFL season.
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The American Dream Fades: Rising Mortgage Rates and the Housing Affordability Crisis
The American dream of homeownership seems to be fading into the realm of myths and legends, as soaring home prices and increasing mortgage rates make it increasingly difficult for average Americans to purchase a home. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this situation, with the real estate market witnessing a significant surge in home prices during the pandemic.
From Affordability to Crisis
In 2023, mortgage rates more than doubled, following a pandemic-fueled buying boom that sent home prices to unprecedented heights, leading to a housing affordability crisis. The Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes have further tightened the grip on the housing market, causing a shortage of homes and pushing the dream of homeownership further away for many. This year, the affordability crisis was gravely worse than during the peak of the housing bubble in 2006.
Affected Lives and Struggles
Many individuals, even those with high-paying jobs, are finding homeownership an unattainable goal in cities like Los Angeles and Seattle. In the face of the high cost of living, some are being forced to relocate to more affordable areas like New Orleans and Tallahassee. Others, like Emily Blake, are surviving paycheck to paycheck, unable to move out of rent-controlled apartments, making homeownership seem like an impossibility.
The Future of the Housing Market
With the soaring interest rates softening what has been a boom period, 2023 proved to be an interesting year for the U.S. housing market. Renters are feeling the pinch of inflation and rising costs, being priced out of the housing market and settling for long-term renting. The housing market is entering a period of stagnancy, with homeowners expected to rent out their homes rather than put them up for sale. The national averages of 30-year and 15-year fixed mortgage APRs currently sit at 7.00 and 6.34, respectively, with a slight drop projected in the future. However, significant improvements in affordability aren’t expected until the latter half of 2024.
Overall, the American dream of homeownership is increasingly becoming a distant reverie for many due to the rise in mortgage rates and soaring home prices. While potential interest rate cuts and lower house prices in some locations may present new opportunities in 2024, the high costs associated with homeownership, compounded by the economic impacts of the pandemic, have turned homeownership from a feasible goal into a pipe dream for a growing number of people in the United States.
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Judge set to reveal 'disturbing' claims about Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein by Prince Andrew sex accuser Johanna Sjoberg
- The legal documents relate to one of Prince Andrew's accusers Johanna Sjoberg
New evidence from one of Prince Andrew's accusers is due to be presented in a US court this week.
The legal documents relate to Johanna Sjoberg and could reveal more details of her alleged encounter with the royal.
Ms Sjoberg has previously claimed the King's brother put his hand on her breast at the Manhattan home of multi-millionaire paedophile Jeffrey Epstein in 2001.
She alleged this happened during an incident in which a latex Spitting Image puppet of the Duke of York – a present from Epstein's then-lover Ghislaine Maxwell – was used to touch the breast of Virginia Roberts.
Ms Roberts, who now uses her married name Giuffre, claimed that afterwards she and Andrew slept together at Epstein's house.
New evidence from one of Prince Andrew's accusers is due to be presented in a US court this week. The legal documents relate to Johanna Sjoberg and could reveal more details of her alleged encounter with the royal
Ms Sjoberg (pictured) has previously claimed the King's brother put his hand on her breast at the Manhattan home of multi-millionaire paedophile Jeffrey Epstein in 2001. She alleged this happened during an incident in which a latex Spitting Image puppet of the Duke of York – a present from Epstein's then-lover Ghislaine Maxwell – was used to touch the breast of Virginia Roberts
The duke paid a reported £12million settlement to Ms Roberts in 2022 over her claims that he sexually assaulted her when she was 17, which he has always denied.
During his notorious Newsnight interview in 2019 he said he had no recollection of ever meeting Ms Roberts. The new material is part of hundreds of files from more than 170 people who were associates, friends or victims of Epstein which New York Judge Loretta Preska ruled should be made public.
Ms Roberts' lawyer Sigrid McCawley calls the new material 'disturbing testimony corroborating what lies at the core of this case – Maxwell was involved in facilitating the sexual abuse of young girls with Jeffrey Epstein'.
The files were part of a 2015 US defamation case by Ms Roberts against Maxwell, the British socialite who supplied Epstein with underage girls.
That was settled out of court but media outlets successfully fought to have the documents made public. They have been released on a rolling basis since 2019.
The 30-page summary of Ms Sjoberg's evidence is expected to be unsealed this week alongside claims about a hidden Maxwell email account, which reportedly could reveal details of her conversations with Andrew, 63.
The files were part of a 2015 US defamation case by Ms Roberts against Maxwell, the British socialite who supplied Epstein with underage girls. Maxwell and Epstein are pictured together in an undated evidence photo obtained by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York in 2021
Ms Sjoberg, now a hairdresser, 42, living in Florida, has previously said Maxwell recruited her to provide massages for Epstein in 2001 when she was at college. Recalling the Spitting Image puppet incident, Ms Sjoberg said in a deposition given under oath in 2016: 'I remember someone suggesting a photo and they told us to get on the couch. Virginia and Andrew sat on the couch and they put the puppet on her lap.
'And so I sat on Andrew's lap, I believe of my own volition, and they took the puppet's hands and put it on Virginia's breast and so Andrew put his on mine.'
She said it was all done in 'a joking manner'. According to her previous accounts, the prince, while being inappropriately tactile, had not caused offence.
Andrew denies all wrongdoing.
Epstein, 66, hanged himself in jail while being held on child sex trafficking charges in 2019. Maxwell, 62, was given 20 years in 2022 for helping him abuse girls.
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KALYAN: Doctors have given a new life to an old stray dog from Kalyan by removing a tumor weighing about 1.5 kg from his back.
It took more than 2 hours for three doctors to remove the tumor from the back of an 8-year-old dog.
Animal lover and founder of PAWS Nilesh Bhanage, who saved many dogs in his life said, "Till now I have saved many dogs with tumour and so far I have seen tumours of maximum upto one kilograms in the body of dogs, but this is the first time that I have seen such a big tumour".
The dog had almost stopped eating due to the tumour. But since the removal of the tumor, his health has considerably improved with him starting to eat again.
The incident came to light last week when some people from Kalyan informed Bhanage about the presence of a large tumour on the dog's back.
After receiving the information, Bhanage took the dog to his animal hospital in Murbad taluka of Thane District.
Bhanage said that due to the large tumour of the dog and its old age, the dog could not be treated with normal anaesthesia, for this he brought gas anaesthesia from Pune and Dr. Vinay Bhagat.
On Friday, Dr Bhagat with two other doctors conducted surgery which lasted for more than two hours on Friday.
Bhanage said that he has named this dog Squirtel, which is inspired by a cartoon in which a turtle has some part raised on its back.
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THANE: The Thane crime branch has arrested a man for allegedly possessing three illegal firearms and two bullets.
The accused has been identified as Ritesh Singh (36), a resident of Gandhinagar in Thane city. A police officer said that it was on Christmas that one of their staff got information that a person with a specific description was to come along with the firearms at a specific location near Kalwa.
The crime branch team decided to lay a trap to nab the accused red-handed with the consignment. Accordingly, the cops came near the service road near Mumbai Nashik highway at Kharegaon and intercepted the accused and carried out the body search.
“We found three pistols and two bullets. When we asked him about any official documentation for the firearms, he denied,” said a police officer, adding, “We are now probing who was the man supposed to sell the firearms to, and whether he had indulged in similar crime in the past as well.”
He further informed that the pistols look superfine and identical to the original but their internal mechanism is indecorous and there are chances that the bullets can rupture in the pistol itself or it could misfire.”
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The countdown to midnight is on in Chicago, and NBC 5 is going big with this year's celebration.
"A Very Chicago New Year" kicks off at 11 p.m. Sunday and will off viewers a look inside some of the biggest venues and parties around Chicago and the suburbs. It will even feature the chance to win thousands of dollars.
From an all-star lineup of hosts and performers, to a look at Chicago's magnificent midnight fireworks display, watch live in the player above or on NBC Chicago as you ring in 2024.
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IMPORTANT LIVE STREAMING DETAILS: In addition to traditional cable/satellite viewing options, viewers can also watch /;A Very Chicago New Year" on the NBC Chicago News 24/7 live streaming channel, which is also available for viewing on Peacock, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Fire TV, Xumo Play, Google Play, Freevee, TCLtv+ and Local Now.
Link on how to find each here: http://nbcchi.com/SCIhuKM.
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Fans can also watch "A Very Chicago New Year" via NBCChicago.com and the NBC Chicago app.
Who will be part of NBC 5's 'A Very Chicago New Year' special?
Hosts include Chicago music legend and Smashing Pumpkins founder Billy Corgan and his wife, fashion designer Chloe Mendel in Highland Park, Chicago Today hosts Matt Rodrigues & Cortney Hall in Bridgeport and NBC 5 News anchor Evrod Cassimy and Country Music Television host and Chicago-area native Marley Sherwood in downtown Chicago.
Where will the show be live from?
HIGHLAND PARK – Music legend Billy Corgan and his wife Chloe Mendel return to NBC 5 Chicago’s A Very Chicago New Year telecast featuring an evening of performances from their popular teahouse, Madame ZuZu’s in Highland Park IL. Billy will be joined by some of Chicagoland’s most talented jazz musicians as we transport back in time for a prohibition inspired party with live music, swanky cocktails and special guests.
BRIDGEPORT – Chicago Today hosts Matt Rodrigues & Cortney Hall will be broadcasting live from the newly-renovated Ramova Theatre in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood. The Ramova, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, officially reopens next month and this year’s NYE party will be the venue’s first major public event in decades. NBC 5’s NYE broadcast from the Ramova will take place from “The Pleasure Palace” thrown by acclaimed LBGTQ+ party planners, Slo Mo. To purchase tickets, please visit the following link: https://www.slomoparty.com/events/2023/11/22/slo-mo-new-years-eve-at-the-ramova-theatre
DOWNTOWN CHICAGO – NBC Chicago weekend anchor Evrod Cassimy will be joined by Country Music Television (CMT) host Marley Sherwood at the historic Palmer House Hilton in the heart of downtown Chicago. Chicago contestants from the popular reality show Love is Blind are also scheduled to join the live on-site broadcast. In addition, NBC 5’s downtown Chicago NYE coverage will also feature the annual fireworks extravaganza from Offshore at Navy Pier. To purchase tickets to the Palmer House Hilton’s NYE bash, please visit the following link: www.newyearscountdown.com
LANSING, IL – Comedian Correy Bell brings us coverage from The Rhoyal Bistro Live in south suburban Lansing. Newly opened this year, Rhoyal Bistro is known for its live music & delicious food. Bell is a Chicago comedy mainstay and has opened for the likes of Mo’Nique, Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight. Buy tickets here: https://therhoyalbistrolive.ticketspice.com/nye-2024
Who are the performers?
There will be indie rock sensation Mt. Joy performing live from The Salt Shed, Billy Corgan & Friends at Madam ZuZus in Highland Park, Ivan Cornejo at the Aragon Ballroom and Slo 'Mo at the Ramova Theatre.
How can you win money?
As part of the celebration, you can put your knowledge on Chicago trivia to the test and play for money to start off your new year on a fortunate note.
Viewers at home can play live “Chicago Trivia” for a chance to win $2,024 via a special on-screen QR code. One lucky winner will have to answer all 10 questions correctly to win the prize!
The game starts after 11 p.m. Rules and regulations, listed below, apply. Play here.
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Hackettstown hosts New Year’s Eve event tonight
HACKETTSTOWN. The celebration will include a countdown with the help of an M&M’s lentil drop at midnight.
Hackettstown, its Police Department, the Hackettstown Business Improvement District and local businesses will be host the town’s first New Year’s Eve Celebration.
The event will include a countdown with the help of an M&M lentil drop at midnight.
In addition, there will be a DJ, free giveaways, cheerleaders and activities offered by participating businesses.
“Mark your calendars because on December 31, 2023, Hackettstown will come together to ring in the new year,” said police Lt. Darren Tynan.
“This free event is open to all, and we can’t wait to share this memorable night with you. It is sure to be the highlight of the holiday season.”
Mayor Jerry DiMaio said, “It’s very exciting to be able to have our residents and visitors come together to witness the largest M&M ever falling from the sky to ring in the new year.
The festivities will take place in the heart of Hackettstown at the intersection of Main Street and Grand Avenue from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Hackettstown Business Improvement District executive director Laurie Rapisardi said the district “could not be more excited to be co-hosting the first-ever Hackettstown NYE event.”
“We are looking forward to welcoming many visitors to Hackettstown with hopes that they will support our local businesses that evening. We cannot wait to celebrate with everyone!”
Centenary University president Dale Caldwell said, “I am excited about this New Year celebration because it will bring well-deserved attention to Hackettstown, one of the most amazing places in New Jersey!”
Bob Adams, president of the Hackettstown and Newton Medical Centers, said, “All of us at Atlantic Health System’s Hackettstown Medical Center are excited to support and participate in the town’s inaugural New Year’s Eve Celebration.
“We look forward to ringing in the new year at this special event that brings together family, friends and neighbors.”
Warren County Commissioner Director Lori Ciesla said, ”I’m thrilled to hear about the exciting new experiences that Mars Incorporated is bringing to Hackettstown. Thanks to their corporate partnership, the hard work of the Hackettstown BID, and the support and dedication of Hackettstown’s leaders over the years, Hackettstown is a great place to come for dinner, visit a brewery, or participate in beloved festivals and events.”
County Commissioner James R. Kern III said, ”Over the past decade, Hackettstown has become a destination not only for residents of Warren County, but our whole state and region. From their top-ranked restaurants to popular breweries, Hackettstown has something for everyone. This new event promises to be an exciting way to ring in the new year. Warren County is lucky to be home to Mars Incorporated and appreciate their continued partnership.
For information, go online to www.hackettstownpd.net or www.hackettstownbid.com
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| 2024-01-01T01:59:26Z
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The Chiefs will be the No. 3 seed in the playoffs.
The Bengals will be sitting it out once next week's game against the playoff-bound Cleveland Browns is done.
It was a bitter finish to a roller-coaster year that included the loss of franchise quarterback Joe Burrow to a season-ending wrist injury, the revelatory play of Browning in his place, three straight wins that catapulted the Bengals back into playoff contention and consecutive losses to the Steelers and Chiefs that ultimately eliminated them.
The Bengals had their chances on a cold, blustery day at Arrowhead Stadium.
They leaped out to a 10-7 lead thanks to a methodical, 15-play drive to open the game that netted them a field goal, and a 75-yard march that ended in Browning's touchdown toss to Joe Mixon. And when Trey Hendrickson stripped Patrick Mahomes to produce a fumble, the Bengals converted the short field into Browning's TD run to take a 17-7 lead.
They wouldn't score again.
The Bengals went three-and-out on their next drive, when Tanner Hudson dropped what would have been a first-down throw, and time ran out in the first half when Harrison Butker hit the first of his six field goals for Kansas City with 35 seconds to go.
It was the Bengals' opening drive of the second half that coach Zac Taylor might rue in the months ahead.
Cincinnati twice converted on third down and drove inside the Kansas City 10, where Taylor was left with a decision on fourth-and-1 at the 6-yard line. Rather than kick a field goal that would have extended the lead to 20-13, Taylor decided to go for it and Mixon was stuffed by Willie Gay for a 3-yard loss.
The Chiefs embarked on a nine-play, 82-yard drive that Butker capped with a chip-shot field goal to get within 17-16.
That became a common theme the rest of the way: The Bengals' drive fizzled, the Chiefs marched downfield and Butker kicked a go-ahead field goal; the Bengals had to punt again, the Chiefs drove the other way and Butker hit a 48-yarder to extend the lead; and when the Bengals went three-and-out, Butker added a 46-yarder with 2:59 left in the game.
The Bengals had one more chance, but the Kansas City defense made one more stop.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
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David Warner retires from ODI cricket ahead of test swansong
David Warner has announced his retirement from one-day international cricket in the lead-up to his final test match.
The veteran Australian opener said on Monday he was “comfortable” the time was right to conclude his ODI career following Australia's World Cup triumph in India late last year.
Warner had been contemplating retiring since before the tournament and went public with his decision at a press conference on Monday ahead of his test swansong at the SCG this week.
“It was a decision that I was very, very comfortable with,” the 37-year-old said.
“To win in India, from where we were, was absolutely amazing.
“When we lost two games in a row in India, the bond just got stronger with each other and it's not by fluke or by chance that we were able to get to where we were.
“So I'll make that decision today, to retire from those forms (ODIs).”
Warner retires as the sixth-highest run-scorer in Australian ODI history, having amassed 6932 runs from his 161 matches.
His 22 centuries are the second-most by any Australian ODI player, behind only Ricky Ponting, who made 29 in 105 more innings than Warner played.
If called upon, Warner would be open to making a comeback at the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
The Champions Trophy is among the only pieces of silverware missing from Warner's resume; the last time Australia won it in 2009, he was not yet a lock for selection in the XI.
“If I'm playing decent cricket in two years' time and I'm around and they need someone, I'm going to be available,” he said.
Warner flagged the decision to quit ODIs would create more opportunities to play franchise cricket overseas.
He is also keen to continue playing in the BBL, currently holding a contract with the Sydney Thunder through to the end of this season.
He has been a fixture of the IPL since 2009 but amid a busy international schedule, he has never featured in the Pakistan Super League or England's The Hundred.
Warner has played one season each in the Caribbean Premier League and Bangladesh Premier League prior to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“(ODI retirement) does allow me to go and play some other leagues around the world,” he said.
Warner's final test match begins on Wednesday at his home ground, where Australia have the chance to complete a 3-0 series whitewash against Pakistan.
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Luke Littler could be just days away from securing a £500,000 cheque and a world crown... even though the darts ace is barely out of school
- Littler is just three wins away from becoming a world darts champion at 16
At just 16, darts sensation Luke Littler is on course to write one of the greatest fairytale stories in sporting history.
But asked what he's like away from the darts oche, Luke 'The Nuke' Littler paints a picture of a regular stay-at-home teenager.
'Just wake up, play on my Xbox, have some food, have a chuck on the board and go to bed, that's it,' he said, adding: 'I don't engage with anything outside the house.'
Well, that's all about to change. With the nation, and a growing army of fans around the world, waiting on tenterhooks for today's match in the World Darts Championship at London's Alexandra Palace, this video-game loving youngster has become an instant celebrity.
Despite being an avid Manchester United fan, Littler spent his day off yesterday watching Spurs take on Bournemouth as a guest of England international James Maddison.
But asked what he's like away from the darts oche, Luke 'The Nuke' Littler paints a picture of a regular stay-at-home teenager
Littler is just three wins away from shattering all records to become a darts world champion at just 16 years of age
Littler's Instagram followers have increased from 4,000 to more than 180,000 in days
A few days ago he posed for a photo in his hotel lobby at the request of Arsenal stars Declan Rice and Aaron Ramsdale. The world of sport can't get enough of this softly spoken youngster from Warrington.
And for good reason. Littler is just three wins away from shattering all records to become a darts world champion at just 16 years of age.
He is now the odds-on favourite to win his quarter-final clash today with Northern Irishman Brendan Dolan and second favourite at odds of 7-2 with tournament sponsors Paddy Power to win the world title on Wednesday.
Littler is already guaranteed £50,000 and will earn a minimum £100,000 if he wins today. The world champion picks up a £500,000 cheque.
With his self-confessed love of kebabs, Littler looks nothing like an elite sportsman and certainly nothing like a schoolboy who took his GCSEs last summer – he's had a beard of sorts since he was 14.
However, his composure under pressure and brilliance on the darts stage speaks for itself. And the teenager has so far proven equally adept at handling the media spotlight, coming across as a modest, polite and level-headed young man in TV interviews.
After hammering his idol Raymond Van Barneveld 4-1 on Saturday evening, the five-times world champion embraced Littler and told him he could 'go all the way'. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Littler could barely believe what he had achieved, commenting: 'It's incredible, beating one of my idols on the biggest stage of it all, I still can't believe it now.'
Asked if he really could win the title, he said: 'With performances like that I think I could. But it's whatever happens on the stage on the day.
'So I have just got to chill out, loosen my arm out and have a practice ready for my next game.' And plenty of experts agree. Speaking after his latest win, commentator and former world champion John Part told Sky Sports: 'Really a great performance and I have to say, that's the sort of darts that does win titles and he's getting awfully close to really achieving that I think, if he can keep turning up and doing it, and I don't see why he can't.'
The teenager has so far proven equally adept at handling the media spotlight, coming across as a modest, polite and level-headed young man in TV interviews
Meanwhile, Littler's social media stats are rocketing.
His Instagram followers have increased from 4,000 to more than 180,000 in days, a photo of him opening Christmas presents last week has had 7.8million views and a video of him playing darts aged three has had over 2 million views.
Littler's biggest fans are of course his parents Lisa Littler, 40, who works in a candle shop, and Anthony Buckley, 43, a taxi driver. Mr Buckley recognised Luke's natural talent for darts early on, but he needed little encouragement to play as much as possible.
During lockdown, Luke kept at it. 'He just played all day by himself,' said Mr Buckley. 'He was on the board 12 hours a day. Eat, sleep, darts, repeat.'
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THANE: In two separate road accidents in Bhiwandi and Dombivli, two persons died and one injured in last 24 hours.
Those died includes a 28- year- old Amol Salve resident of Panvel. Amol's brother Swapnil (23) has also suffered serious injuries and undergoing treatment at private hospital.
The first mishap took place on Friday night in Dombivli when deceased Amol and his brother Swapnil both of their motorcycle were returning towards Panvel based their home from Neral.
The Manpada police said while returning back near Khoni-Taloja road in Dombivli a container number MH 43, BG 8221 from behind hit their motorcycle in which Amol who was riding motorcycle fell below rear wheel of container and crushed to death while Swapnil suffered injuries on his waist.
Swapnil on whose complaint police filed an FIR against truck driver alleged that container driver after hitting fled without stopping at spot or without even providing any medical help.
The police said they have filed an offence and hunt is on for accused.
The another mishap took place on Mumbai-Nashil highway near Mankoli area in Bhiwandi, where unknown vehicle dashed to a 53-year-old Arunkumar Kanani. Kanani from Kalyan was going towards Thane for some work when accident happened.
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A Colorado mother suspected of killing two of her young children and injuring a third was arrested Saturday in the United Kingdom, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
Kimberlee Singler's 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son were found dead on Dec. 19 when police responded to a report of a burglary at their home. Police later said the report turned out to be unfounded.
Singler, 35, initially cooperated with police but disappeared during the investigation, said Ira Cronin, spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department. Authorities were unable to apprehend her after obtaining an arrest warrant Tuesday on charges of murder and attempted murder, among other allegations.
Singler was not under surveillance and was last seen in Colorado Springs on Dec. 23, said Cronin.
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Authorities did not provide further details on the overseas arrest, but said they are working with multiple law enforcement agencies.
Attempts to reach Singler for comment through phone numbers listed for her were unsuccessful. Cronin said he didn't know if she has an attorney.
When police first responded to Singler’s home, they found her with minor injuries, the two children’s bodies and Singler’s 11-year-old daughter hurt. At first, Singler was treated as a burglary victim, said Cronin.
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The injured girl was hospitalized for a few days before being released and is recovering in Colorado Springs, said Cronin.
The children’s deaths came amid an ongoing legal battle between Singler and her ex-husband over parenting time and other issues, according to court filings.
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Bedayn is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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New members of the Sparta Board of Education will be sworn in at the annual reorganization meeting Thursday, Jan. 4.
The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at Mohawk Avenue School, 18 Mohawk Ave.
Kaitlin Gagnon, Jennifer “Lonsky” Grana and Chad Wood were elected to the board Nov. 7. They will replace Christina “Longo” Keiling and LeeAnne Pitzer, both of whom sought re-election, and Walter Knapp, who did not run again.
The Sparta Township Council also will hold its reorganization meeting Jan. 4. It is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. at the municipal building, 65 Main St.
None of the council members were up for election last fall. However, they will vote on a new mayor and deputy mayor at the meeting Jan. 4. Those officials will serve one-year terms.
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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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The Year of Unconventional CEOs: Elon Musk and Others Making Headlines
Throughout 2023, the actions of corporate executives have been a constant source of fascination, discussion, and, at times, incredulity. In an era where the line between public and private spheres is increasingly blurred, CEOs, including the likes of Elon Musk, have found themselves at the center of various newsworthy moments, some of which have defied conventional expectations of corporate leadership.
Musk: A Paradigm of Unconventionality
Elon Musk, the visionary behind companies like Tesla and SpaceX, has been a prominent figure in the headlines. His influence spans various sectors such as transportation, communication, artificial intelligence, and space exploration. Musk’s ventures have not only disrupted industries but also rewritten the rules of what we deem possible. In 2023, SpaceX solidified its position in spacefaring efforts, while Tesla continued to revolutionize car production with cost-saving innovations.
CEO Eccentricities: A Social Media Spectacle
However, it’s not just Musk’s professional accomplishments that have caught the public eye. His eccentricities and pursuit of unfettered expression have often been the subject of intense scrutiny. Musk’s acquisition of Twitter in 2023, for instance, raised concerns about misinformation and platform safety, spotlighting yet again the immense power and responsibility held by tech CEOs. This year also witnessed an unusual incident involving an airline CEO receiving a shirtless massage on camera, a moment that quickly became fodder for social media discussion.
CEOs in the Limelight: A Double-Edged Sword
These instances underscore the unpredictable and sometimes eccentric behaviors of top business leaders. While some CEOs seem to thrive in the limelight, others find themselves unexpectedly under public scrutiny. The continuous news cycle, amplified by social media platforms, ensures that these moments become part of our collective consciousness, shaping our perceptions of these influential figures. This phenomenon also raises pertinent questions about the impact of personal behavior on professional credibility and public trust in corporate leadership.
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Small boats victory for Rishi Sunak as migrant numbers tumble a whopping 36% in a year to less than 30,000
- The number of migrants arriving by small boats dropped by 36 per cent last year
- The stats are seen as a win for Rishi Sunak, who has pledged to 'stop the boats'
The number of migrants arriving in 2023 on small boats was down almost 36 per cent on the previous year in a boost for Rishi Sunak.
There have been no crossings since December 16, official figures, which are pending final confirmation from the Home Office, show.
Some 29,437 migrants reached Britain from the start of last year up to Saturday. Arrivals were unlikely yesterday due to high winds.
This means the final figure for 2023 is likely to amount to just over 64 per cent of the previous year's total, which hit a record 45,755.
Channel crossings: Some 29,437 migrants arrived last year, compared with 45,755 in 2022
Rishi Sunak has said he wants the first Rwanda removal flights to depart by the spring
The decline will provide a boost for Mr Sunak, who has pledged to 'stop the boats' as one of his five key commitments to voters. A Home Office spokesman said: 'The Government is stopping the boats and tackling illegal migration.
Migration agreements have been signed with France, Bulgaria, Turkey, Italy, Georgia and Ethiopia. More than 5,000 Albanians have been returned and arrivals from Albania are down by 90 per cent.
This is on top of signing a new treaty with Rwanda and introducing new legislation allowing asylum seekers to be relocated there as a safe third country.'
Mr Sunak has said he wants the first Rwanda removal flights to depart by the spring. The policy was declared unlawful by the Supreme Court in November but ministers believe the Rwanda Bill will cancel out judges' objections.
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THANE: A woman accused of assaulting a police constable in 2017, was acquitted as the prosecution failed to prove the charges. Additional sessions judge VL Bhosale delivered the judgment. It was on February 6, 2017, when the constable, attached to the Special Branch, Wagle Unit, had in a civil dress gone to his office during civic polls, in order to collect information.
He was riding a motorcycle in the Kalwa police station area. At around 4.30 pm, a car driven by the accused allegedly dashed his motorcycle from the back side.
When he questioned the accused driver regarding the damage caused to his vehicle, the woman (32) stepped out of her car and allegedly started abusing him. During the scuffle, the constable told the woman that he works in the police department and that he was returning home after finishing his duty. He also showed her his identity card but she did not listen and continued to abuse him. She also allegedly assaulted him by blowing fists and with kicks. She was further accused of ripping off his shirt.
During the scuffle the cop’s watch fell and is missing. Subsequently, a case was registered under sections 353, 332 and 504 of the Indian penal code (IPC), and the accused woman was tried in the case. The judge while acquitting the accused pointed out that there was a delay in registering the FIR and the prosecution has not given any explanation for it. Also, the investigating officer (IO) did not seize the articles that he had admitted during the cross examination, the judge noted.
The judge added that it was also not proved that at the time of incident what official duty was the constable doing and how was he obstructed. “..the prosecution failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt how the accused intentionally insulted the informant giving him provocation with the intention and knowledge that such kind of provocation to cause the informant to break the public peace,” the judge noted in the order.
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Follow live coverage from day one of New Zealand’s premier tennis tournament, with Kiwi Monique Barry first up on the main court at Stanley St.
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Three more people were detained Sunday in connection with a reported threat of an attack on the Cologne Cathedral over the holidays, German authorities said.
The detentions came only days after a 30-year-old Tajik man was detained in relation to an alleged plot to attack the world-famous cathedral by Islamic extremists in the western German city.
The suspects were detained in the western cities of Duisburg, Herne and Dueren in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, and their apartments were also searched there. No details about their identities were released.
All of the detained suspects — including the Tajik who was arrested last week — allegedly belong to a larger network that included people across Germany and in other European countries, according to Cologne police chief Johannes Hermanns, German news agency dpa reported.
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The attack was supposed to have been carried out with a car loaded with explosives, local media reported.
Cologne police said in a Sunday news conference that the cathedral's underground parking garage had been searched and that explosives detection dogs had been deployed — but nothing was found. Since the early morning, the entrance and exit of the underground garage had also been checked for suspicious activity.
North Rhine-Westphalia’s Interior Minister Herbert Reul called the latest detentions a “success, for which I would like to thank the investigators."
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Islamic extremists have always been active, but they are currently more active than usual and the Catholic cathedral was a prime target for them, Reul said, according to dpa. “The police always try to be a few steps ahead," he added.
Police had received information about a planned militant attack on Cologne Cathedral shortly before Christmas. The attack was to be carried out on New Year's Eve.
The city’s world-famous cathedral has been under high protection for a week and the threat led to the closure of the house of worship for tourists since Christmas Eve.
Usually, more than 100,000 tourists visit the cathedral in the last week of the year. In recent days, only worshippers were allowed to enter the building for Mass, but they had to go through thorough security checks involving sniffer dogs.
On Sunday evening, around 1,000 police officers were on duty around the cathedral as revelers began celebrating the end of 2023.
Reul, the state interior minister, encouraged people to celebrate and not stay at home despite the attack threat.
“Islamist terror is still a threat on German streets,” he said. “We have often suppressed that. And whenever there is a one-off event like this, we are all very electrified again.”
However, it would be wrong to panic, said Reul. “I say: Celebrate! Behave yourselves! Take care — and enjoy the transition into the new year.”
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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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The conductor of an orchestra may look unassuming on the street, but once they step onto their podium, they are all powerful. If you’ve ever wanted to go mad with power in the comfort of your own home, try this electronic orchestra baton by [Larry Lu] and [Kathryn Zhang].
The wireless baton “peripheral” part of the system uses a Pico W and an IMU to detect the speed of conducting a 4/4 measure. That information is then transmitted to the “central” Pico W access point which plays a .wav at the speed corresponding to the conductor’s specified beats per minute (BPM). Setting the baton down will pause the visualizer and audio playback.
The “central” Pico W uses direct memory access (DMA) and SPI communication to control the audio output and VGA visualization. Since most .wav
files have a sample rate of 44.1 kHz, this gave the students a reference to increase or decrease the DMA audio channel timer to control the playback.
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Tupelo, Mississippi: A Microcosm of the State’s Workforce Challenges
In the heart of the South, Tupelo, Mississippi, renowned for its charming downtown, tourist allure, and the distinction of being the birthplace of the legendary Elvis Presley, grapples with a formidable issue: workforce attraction and retention. The city’s ongoing struggle is a mirror to the broader challenge faced by Mississippi, the least populous state in the South, in maintaining a stable and growing workforce.
Unheeded Advantages
Despite its lower cost of living and strategic proximity to major state universities, Tupelo, home to nearly 38,000 people, has been witnessing a decline in population. Notwithstanding the robust efforts in local economic development and job training, the city is unable to stem the tide of this demographic downturn.
A Statewide Challenge
This predicament is not unique to Tupelo. It is symptomatic of a wider issue affecting various parts of Mississippi, casting a long shadow on both economic growth and demographic stability. The Magnolia State struggles to find workers and halt the brain drain, even as economic and population growth are reshaping other Southern states.
The Domino Effect of Workforce Challenges
The inability to attract and retain a skilled workforce has a domino effect, impacting not only the local economy but also the social fabric of the region. The long-term implications of this trend, if unaddressed, could further exacerbate the economic disparities within the state and widen the gap between Mississippi and its more prosperous Southern neighbors.
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NHS spends more than £4MILLION of taxpayers' money on gift cards and vouchers for staff as thank yous... while waiting times reach record highs
- 51 out of 200 NHS trusts approached said they had spent funding on vouchers
NHS trusts have spent more than £4million on gift vouchers for staff as 'tokens of gratitude', an investigation has found.
It comes as NHS waiting times reach record highs and critics have questioned the diversion of vital funds from frontline medicine.
Out of more than 200 NHS trusts in England approached, 51 revealed they had spent funding on gift vouchers and cards for staff.
In 2020-21, these trusts spent £1.7million on rewards, suggesting this type of spending could have reached £5million across the NHS.
By 2022-23, the figure was £4.3million, indicating total NHS spending of close to £13million, the investigation by The Sunday Telegraph found. Jonathan Eida, of the TaxPayers' Alliance, said: 'Health bosses should reflect on whether these funds could be better spent elsewhere.'
NHS trusts have spent more than £4million on gift vouchers as tokens of gratitude, an investigation has found
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust spent £303,000 on Love2Shop vouchers, which can be used for brands including John Lewis and Argos, for its staff in Christmas 2021
Across three years, East London NHS Foundation Trust was the highest spender – with £752,000 used for staff gift cards.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust spent £303,000 on Love2Shop vouchers, which can be used for brands including John Lewis and Argos, for its staff in Christmas 2021.
NHS England said the decisions were made by local organisations but that taxpayers' money should not be used for such vouchers.
East London Trust said it rewarded staff for 'their absolute commitment to patient care'.
University Hospital Southampton Trust said: 'In the grip of the Covid pandemic, gift cards were sent to each and every one of our 13,000 members of staff as a small token of thanks.'
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Political morality hit its nadir in the state in 2023 as democratic values got eroded and its mainstay --the right to dissent -- took a severe beating. While the Congress-led opposition remained a weak and divided house, governor Arif Mohammed Khan emerged as the political counterweight to chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan and the LDF government in Kerala.
The year witnessed quite a few political allegations and corruption charges against the CM and CPM, but with little effect as Pinarayi and the party countered with narratives of its own and by creating smokescreens.
The mention of Vijayan’s name and that of his daughter in the CMRL pay-off controversy and the large scale scam at the CPM-run Karuvannur cooperative bank did rattle the ruling party a bit. At the same time, the Lok Ayukta verdict in the CMDRF misuse case came as a major relief for the CM and the government this year.
While Vijayan continued to call the shots in both CPM and the government, the Congress struggled to fill the leadership vacuum created by the death of Oommen Chandy. The claims of KPCC president to imbue a semi-cadre character to the Congress party collapsed in 2023 and the lack of camaraderie among Congress leaders was visible on several occasions. The Youth Congress election further proved that group politics remains the top priority of Congress leaders in the state.
The BJP remained a rather insignificant political force, though it staged protests and confronted both CPM and Congress at regular intervals. However, the major exercise of the BJP state unit was to justify the Narendra Modi government in the centre, which state government and opposition held responsible for the state government’s acute financial crisis.
Khan's incendiary insinuations against the state government, especially the CM -- the precarious financial situation and alleged 'crumbling law and order' scenario -- created an impression that the impulsive governor may write an ominous report to the President, especially citing the SFI protest against him as one organised at the behest of the CM. "Democratic values took a nose-dive in Kerala this year. The intolerance of the CM and the governor towards criticism and protests are highly undemocratic. Denial of right to dissent is ominous", says political commentator and writer Prof J Prabhash. "This degradation of democracy would only increase in the coming year, which is also an election year’’, he said.
Even though governor Khan has assumed the role of an opposition leader, it can't produce any political gain for BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha election, feels political scientist and psephologist Prof G Gopakumar. "The CPM and the state government are politically unhurt even after facing the avalanche of corruption allegations and financial turmoil. In fact, they are beaming with confidence. Opposition has failed to put up any effective protest", he said. At the same time, it would be unfair to gloss over individuals like first-time MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan who put up a valiant fight against corruption and nepotism, both inside and outside the Assembly.
2023: Pitched Battles
Governor cs CMThe year 2023 witnessed governor Arif Mohammed Khan catapulting himself to the place of an opposition leader, taking on chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Khan who challenged the CM over the reappointment of Kannur University vice chancellor Gopinath Ravindran later hit the street and lambasted SFI workers for organising protests against him. He held the CM responsible for the SFI protest and warned that the protests against him will be viewed as the beginning of the collapse of constitutional machinery in the state.
Was there a payoff?The Income Tax Interim Settlement Board's finding that CMRL, a Kochi-based mining company, had paid Rs 1.72 cr to CM's daughter's Bangalore-based company without actually receiving any significant service or support from the company, was a political bombshell. The names of chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan, former chief ninister Ommen Chandy, senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala and IUML leader P K Kunhalikutty also figured in the list of CMRL beneficiaries. The controversy eventually died down as it got reduced to a fight between CM and Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan, who raised the issue in the Assembly.
Karuvannur ImbroglioThe Rs 300cr scam in the CPM-run Karuvannur co-operative bank brought irreparable damage to the state co-operative sector. Several CPM leaders, including former minister A C Moidheen, were questioned by Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the scam. Wadakanchery municipality health standing committee chairman and CPM leader P R Aravindakshan is currently under ED custody. The CPM, however, claims the scam is the handiwork of a few in the bank and considers the ED intervention as part of the Central government's larger gameplan to destroy and discredit the co-operative sector in Kerala.
CMDRF clean chitThe Kerala Lok Ayukta verdict in the CMDRF misuse case proved to be a major reprieve for Pinarayi Vijayan and CPM. The petition filed in 2018 by education and anti-corruption activist R S Sasikumar had prayed that Lok Ayukta should invoke section 14 of the Lok Ayukta Act and declare the CM and cabinet ministers ineligible to hold their public positions for flouting norms for the spending of public money. Lok Ayukta rejected the case saying that there was no evidence to substantiate the petitioner's claim that CM and his cabinet colleagues had indulged in corruption or nepotism. While stressing that CMDRF was public money, justice Cyriac Joseph observed that the CM and ministers did not make any personal benefits in this connection.
2024: No one in pole position
Considering how people in positions of power treat democratic protests and try to weave parallel realities to escape from criticism, the year ahead for Kerala politics is likely to witness more drama and melodrama in 2024. The year would witness parties vying against each other to woo minority votes in the Lok Sabha election. The CPM has already hit the right chord by artfully creating a divide between Congress and IUML over the Palestine issue. It has to be seen whether the CPM attempts to garner the minority support against BJP would click with Muslim and Christian minorities or not in the LS polls. At the same time, it will be a tough task for UDF to retain the 19 seats it won last time. BJP would be more than happy if it could win at least one seat in Kerala.
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ASB Classic: British tennis commentator's cringeworthy Māori pronunciation
The perils of bypassing local commentators returned to haunt the host broadcaster in a cringeworthy moment as the women’s ASB Classic got under way in Auckland on Monday.
The British commentator – calling the opening match between Kiwi Monique Barry and Russian Elina Avanesyan – found several Māori words well beyond his verbal skillset after the traditional welcome.
“That is a very special Maori welcome to everyone ahead of this match on the main stadium, performed by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and in front of the tournament director Nico Lamperin. The Maori welcoming ceremony, officially called a pōwhiri,” he said to those watching the world feed, and on Sky TV in New Zealand.
But the words Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei were barely intelligible, and pōwhiri was pronounced more like “pow-eerie” which was particularly jarring for a New Zealand audience at least.
Stuff reported last month the regular host broadcaster Sky TV had scaled back its involvement and planned to take the world feed, rather than have its own commentary team at Stanley Street as in previous years.
Commentators for singles matches will be watching from a studio in London and Sky TV will only be using its own team of callers for doubles matches on centre court, as the WTA and ATP world feeds don’t cover doubles.
Usually, there is less interest in doubles at tournaments, but with Erin Routliffe and Michael Venus among the best doubles players in the world and a lack of Kiwi singles players high up the rankings, it means there is a bigger attraction for doubles in New Zealand than elsewhere.
Sky TV’s commentators will call these matches from its Mt Wellington headquarters, rather than courtside at Stanley St.
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The Chicago Bears have been officially eliminated from the playoffs. Kinda.
They have a 0.1% chance of making the postseason. They need the Packers-Vikings contest to end in a tie on Sunday night to remain alive. For that to happen, and all the other dominoes to fall, however, is highly unlikely.
Leading up to the Bears' penultimate game of the 2023 NFL season, we looked into the scenario they needed for them to make the playoffs. Unfortunately, it didn't go their way. The Los Angeles Rams' win over the New York Giants, 26-25.
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The Bears won at home against the Atlanta Falcons, 37-17, to bring them to 7-9 this season. They finished their home slate with a five-game win streak, earning a 5-3 home record this season. And while they did everything they could this week to make the playoffs, the external scenario kept them from advancing.
This season marks the third straight season the Bears have missed the playoffs. Since 2000, the Bears have made the playoffs six times. Over the last decade, the Bears have made the postseason twice, losing in the first round both times.
Next year, the Bears should have a better shot at making the postseason.
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Head coach Matt Eberflus appears to be returning to his post. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported he would be "surprised" if Eberflus didn't return for a third season with the Bears. Since the Bears have won now five of their last six games, their futures are trending in a positive direction at Halas Hall.
The Bears will also have the tools to continue developing their roster. They are projected to have the seventh-most cap space at around $62 million. With that, they'll be able to continue addressing the pressing needs for their roster.
The Bears also received the best consolation prize possible for missing the playoffs: the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL draft. The Carolina Panthers' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars coupled with the Arizona Cardinals' victory over the Philadelphia Eagles granted the Bears the first pick for a second straight season.
Like last year, the Bears have the right to draft first, should they choose.
And therein lies the overarching question --- will the Bears use the No. 1 pick to select a top player? Or, like last year, will they trade the pick to recoup a haul and trade back in the draft?
If you recall, the Bears traded the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL draft to the Carolina Panthers. In return, the Bears received the No. 9 pick, a 2023 second-round pick (Tyrique Stevenson), a 2024 first-round pick (which ended up No. 1 overall in the 2024 NFL draft), a 2025 second-round pick and DJ Moore.
Theoretically, the Bears could get a haul for this season's No. 1 pick. Caleb Williams, Drake Maye and Marvin Harrison Jr. are all arguably more coveted assets than last year's herd. But, the Bears could use one of them themselves.
If they decide to move on from Justin Fields, they will undoubtedly use the pick to draft a quarterback. But if they continue with Fields, they could draft Harrison Jr. to give Fields another weapon next to Moore.
Either way, they choose, their earning of back-to-back No. 1 picks is historic. Before the Bears, only eight teams have earned back-to-back No. 1 picks. Here are the teams who have earned the first pick in consecutive seasons.
- Chicago Bears (2023-24)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (2021-22)
- Cleveland Browns (2017-18)
- Cleveland Browns (1999-00)
- Cincinnati Bengals (1994-95)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1986-87)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1976-77)
- Philadelphia Eagles (1936-37)
Stay tuned this offseason to see what the Bears do with their second No. 1 pick.
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TRICHY: The design of the new integrated terminal building of Trichy airport is drawn from the architectural concept of monuments in and around Trichy as well as festivals like Pongal and rangoli. Airport authorities say the iconic form was inspired by the ornamental roof of the ‘gopurams’ of south Indian architecture. The Rs 1,000-crore terminal will be dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 2.
A big temple tower-like structure, resembling Srirangam Ranganathar temple gopuram, welcomes passengers at the airport.
The new terminal has a capacity to handle 4.5 million passengers annually, which is three times that of the existing terminal. The two-level air-conditioned modular building has a floor area of 75,000 square metre. There is an arrival lounge on the ground floor and departure on the next level. It will be able to handle a peak hour passenger traffic of 3,900 including domestic traffic, officials said.
The majestic roof form of the structure which looms over the departure concourse is derived from traditional south Indian architecture. The terminal roof, flooring patterns, column cladding, feature walls and the signage design are inspired by local arts, culture and traditions. Officials said the new terminal being modular can be expanded or altered without affecting the existing structure and design.
The building has been constructed according to ‘GRIHA’ (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) standards and its four-star rated sustainable design maximises the use of natural light within the building and incorporates renewable energy measures. Pascall + Watson, an international architectural firm, has designed the building.
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U.S. Government Transitions from UFO Speculation to Formal Scientific Investigation
In a significant shift, the U.S. government has transitioned its stance on Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs)—now termed Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs)—from obscurity and speculation to transparency and scientific exploration. The topic of UFOs, long a staple of science fiction and conspiracy theories, has captivated the public for decades. The notion of hidden alien life at Area 51, for instance, has been a subject of enduring fascination. A 2019 survey revealed that 68% of participants believe the government possesses more knowledge about UFOs than it has divulged.
Addressing Perceptions and National Security Concerns
To counteract these perceptions and address potential national security risks, Washington, D.C. is initiating efforts to publicize and validate the study of UAPs. Ryan Graves, a former U.S. Navy pilot and executive director of the nonprofit Americans for Safe Aerospace, underscored the necessity of reporting UAP sightings for national security and domain awareness. Graves, along with two other former military officials, presented their encounters with UAPs before Congress.
Government Initiatives on UAPs
This Congressional hearing is one in a series of government initiatives centered on UAPs. These include a June 2021 preliminary report from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the establishment of a group by the Pentagon in November to monitor objects in restricted airspace, and NASA’s June 2022 assembly of an independent panel to investigate UAP incidents. The Department of Defense also set up the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) in July to synchronize efforts in detecting and scrutinizing UAP sightings.
Surge in UFO-Related Activities in 2023
In 2023, the U.S. government witnessed an uptick in UFO-related activities. These included a report by the AARO identifying over 500 aerial objects and phenomena, a contentious episode involving the downing of unidentified objects, testimonies about non-human biology linked to UAPs, and the introduction of the UAP Disclosure Act of 2023 advocating for transparency and declassification of government records related to UFOs/UAPs. Despite the increased interest and legislative actions, the subject of UFOs remains cloaked in mystery as the year concludes.
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Have a good Un (unless you're American)! Kim Jong Un attends new year celebrations in North Korea and delivers fresh diatribe against the US as he vows to step up weapons tests in 2024
- The dictator vowed to launch additional military spy satellites and attack drones
Kim Jong Un welcomed in the New Year in North Korea by delivering a fresh diatribe against the US, vowing to ramp up nuclear weapons testing in 2024.
Throughout his ramble Kim announced plans to launch three additional military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials and introduce attack drones.
He called for his country to have 'overwhelming' war readiness to cope with US led confrontational moves, state media reported.
Kim said 'viscous' anti-North Korea moves by the US and its allies had 'reached the extremes unprecedented in history,' pushing the Korean Peninsula to the brink of a nuclear war, according to the official Korean Central News Agency.
Experts believe if Kim decided to boost his nuclear capability it could give him another chance for high-stakes diplomacy with the U.S. to win sanctions relief if former President Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Kim Jong Un (pictured at the 2024 New Year's celebrations) vowed to launch three additional military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials and introduce attack drones
The Grand Performance at May 1 Stadium as Kim Jong Un celebrated 2024 with a huge crowd
North Korean military at the New year's Grand Performance at the May 1st Stadium
Throughout his speech dictator cited the expansion US-South Korean military exercises and the temporary deployment of US military assets, such as bombers and nuclear-armed submarines near South Korea.
Kim has been focusing on modernizing his nuclear arsenal since his diplomacy with Trump broke down in 2019 due to wrangling over how much sanctions relief the North could get for a partial surrender of its nuclear program.
Experts say Kim likely thinks that Trump, if elected for a second term, could make concessions as the US is preoccupied with the Russia-Ukraine war and the Israel-Hamas fighting.
Nam Sung-wook, a professor at Korea University in South Korea, said if President Joe Biden is reelected, North Korea won't get what it wants.
But he predicted a Trump win could revive diplomacy, saying Trump will likely say during his campaign that he can convince North Korea to suspend intimidating weapons tests.
He said Kim's vow to ramp up production of plutonium and uranium is meant to strengthen his negotiating cards. Nam said North Korea will also test-launch more intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the continental U.S. this year.
'North Korea will act to the fullest extent under its timetable for provocation until the U.S. election day,' Nam said.
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There was a distinct smell in the Bears locker room after their 37-17 rout of the Falcons on Sunday. It was the smell of determination, effort and hard work. It was the smell of victo–
–Wait, no. That wasn’t it. It was the smell of cigars.
That’s right. To celebrate a blowout win in their home finale, and to ring in the year, the Bears enjoyed some celebratory stogies. A popped bottle of champagne was spotted too.
To say the least, vibes are high for the Bears right now.
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“With the wins and the team camaraderie that we have going on, everybody’s just loving on each other,” said Justin Fields. “Having that relationship with guys in the locker room, it feels like high school or college again… That’s what it feels like and it’s a great feeling.”
If the 2022 Bears season was about tearing things down at the beginning of a rebuild, then 2023 was about putting up the structure for the future of the franchise. The Bears were without a doubt the worst team in the NFL last season, but things never felt glum in the locker room. Sure, the team was appropriately dejected after bad losses, but in the following weeks of practice it always felt like there was hope for better days ahead.
The Bears won’t make the playoffs this year. Only a Vikings-Packers tie on Sunday Night Football can keep their dreams alive for one more week. Nor are the Bears close to contending for a conference title, but those better days are here.
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Without a doubt, the Bears are far from being the worst team in the league for a second year in a row. They are playing solid football, bring a more competitive product to the field more consistently, and they’re winning games. They’ve already more than doubled their 2022 win total, going from three wins last year to seven wins this year. They’ve won five in a row at home, something they haven’t done since 2018. And they can close out the season with another big win at Lambeau Field next week.
“I’m just happy that it’s finally paying off and everybody’s getting to see it,” said Eddie Jackson. “This defense, this team in general, it’s special. The plays Justin (Fields) and the offense is making, it’s unreal. Us coming out here and keep getting these turnovers. It’s showing you what we got, the type of things we’ve got on the team, the type of people we’ve got on the roster.”
Jackson is one of the longest-tenured Bears now, and remains one of the swaggiest. He’s been with Chicago through all sorts of ups and downs, from the 14-game losing streak between last year and this year to that impressive 12-4 season in 2018. He said that team morale now is by far the highest it’s been since 2018 when the team felt they were one missed kick away from a Super Bowl berth.
“It’s crazy because it’s kinda similar to that (season),” Jackson said. “The vibe definitely feels like that.”
“Everyone knows where we’re going,” said Justin Jones. “This is what we’ve been working for, this is what we’ve been talking about. Everybody’s been talking about staying the course and just chipping away. When you’re talking to the media or fans that’s white noise, but that’s really what we’re standing on here. I’m just glad that we’re finally showing it’s not lip service to the world.”
Montez Sweat kept his assessment simple: “We’re building something special.”
Many folks credit Sweat’s addition as being a tipping point for the Bears this season. The effect he made on the defense is undeniable. He’s been the bonafide pass rusher they’ve needed since trading away Khalil Mack and raised the profile of the entire unit. He makes everyone’s job easier and impressive results have followed.
But Sweat was impressed by the spirit of the Bears locker room when he arrived and said the team helped him to be himself and play his game.
“I really adapted to these boys’ culture,” Sweat said. “They really already had a good culture and when I got here all I had to do was fall in line.”
If 2022 was about tearing these down and 2023 was about building things up again, then 2024 is about taking the next step as real competitors. The Bears know it. They feel it. That’s important.
Heading into the offseason with momentum cannot be discounted, and you don’t have to look far for examples. Take this year’s Lions team for instance, or the 2021 Bengals.
In Detroit, things looked bleak after a 1-6 start to the 2022 season. The team found more ways to lose than win and people started to wonder whether biting kneecaps was enough to win with Dan Campbell at the helm. But the Lions had a breakthrough near the halfway mark and finished the season on an 8-2 run. Now they’re NFC North champions and look like they have a real chance to fight for a conference title.
In Cincinnati, the Bengals hoped to build around Joe Burrow in 2020, but stumbled to a 2-10-1 record in his first season. But they won two out of their last three, drafted Ja’Marr Chase the following year, and made it to the Super Bowl at the end of the 2021 season.
“We’re doing our thing right now,” said Jackson. That chemistry is really clicking right now, everyone’s back healthy, everyone’s flying around and making plays. Everyone’s stepping to the plate and stepping up to the challenge of being the best version of themselves.”
Of course a step forward isn’t guaranteed next season. Nothing in the NFL is guaranteed. But the Bears are headed into the new year with feelings that happiness and prosperity are ahead.
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Community sport: Paritutu bowler on pathway to international honours
After being recently selected in the New Zealand development team for the trans-Tasman contest in February, Paritutu’s Briar Atkinson has a brilliant opportunity over the coming days to make further steps down the pathway to full international honours.
Atkinson is one of 10 Taranaki players competing at the New Zealand bowls tournament in Christchurch, which commences on January 2.
She begins in the women’s pairs, leading for Tannith Potgieter of Whanganui’s Durie Hill club.
They face a tough opening assignment – against former Blackjack Jan Shirley and Candian Kelly McKerihen. McKerihen is a three-time medallist in the world singles, which included losing the 2023 final 21-18 to Tayla Bruce.
Atkinson also has a tricky opening match in the singles on January 6, against Ashleigh Jeffcoat (Carlton Cornwall), the current fours champion and a past pairs winner.
But regardless of the outcomes of the opening games, Atkinson is favoured to qualify.
In fact, she will be among the players at short-odds to take the title. Big names Val Smith, Jo Edwards, Katelyn Inch and Bruce are all absent, with only two of Blackjacks world cup squad in attendance – Leeane Poulson and Selina Goddard, the defending singles titleholder.
Atkinson is joined in the singles by Alesha Quay, who will represent Okato at the event.
Quay has a tough opening day, with matches against three dogged and successful opponents – Sue Hodges (Tauranga), Mary Campbell (Tauranga) and Diane Strawbridge (Kensington).
On the men’s front, national high performance squad members, Hamish Kape, representing Okato, and Kaylin Huwyler, wearing Durie Hill colours, will be searching for big performances.
Both players compete in the singles before joining forces in the pairs. In the latter, they meet two powerhouse South Island duos – Roger Stevens and Keanu Darby, who won the national club pairs in July, and Southland’s Craig Tinker and Craig Merrilees.
Overall, the men’s field looks exceedingly strong, with world singles champ Ryan Bester returning for his first Dominion in 13 years, while Ali Forsyth is another player venturing over from his now Australian base.
Rahotu’s Shae Fleming and Nathan Goodin also take part in both disciplines, as Paritutu’s Mike Hori, who combines with his father, Allan, in the pairs. A quirk in the singles sees Hori junior play both Fleming and Okato’s Jimmy Quay.
West End’s Bruce Hall teams up with Peter Kaitoa – they both started their bowls at Vogeltown 30 years ago.
On the local scene, Coastal claimed the Summerset-sponsored men’s second division title, with a comfortable victory at Opunake.
Coastal finished on 12 points, to head off Paritutu (9), Tower (8) and Waitara (5). The winning Coastal side was Harry Davy, Graeme Mills, Peter Clement, Levi Davis, Ian Lowry, Paddy Deegan, Alan Niwa and Bruce Peacock.
Meanwhile, Fitzroy became the third holders of the John Murtagh Trophy, when they won the Dean File-sponsored junior interclub at Stratford-Avon.
The Fitzroy side of Simon Rowe, Ian Dawson, Craig O’Sullivan and Gavin Benton remarkably dropped only one match throughout section play and the finals day. Fitzroy took out the final with 10 points, following by West End and Lepperton (both 6) and Stratford-Avon (2).
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TRICHY: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has allocated `331 crore to develop multi-level elevated corridors near the upcoming Integrated Bus Terminus (IBT) at Panjapur in Trichy city. A new flyover will facilitate uninterrupted vehicular movement on the Trichy-Madurai National Highway (NH), connecting southern districts with Trichy and Chennai.
A separate but shorter flyover has also been approved on the Thanjavur-Karur Semi-ring Road, intersecting the Trichy-Madurai NH at Panjapur. Both flyovers will handle vehicular movement simultaneously on two different levels.
With various infrastructure facilities planned in Panjapur by Trichy Corporation, including a new bus terminus, truck terminal, Tidel Park, regional Olympic training academy, and a wholesale vegetable market, the NHAI Trichy Project Implementation Unit (PIU) emphasizes the importance of flyovers to prevent traffic bottlenecks. The NHAI will develop a 3km long flyover on Trichy-Madurai NH, the longest ever on a highway passing through Trichy city.
The four-lane elevated structure between Koraiyar River bridge and Vinayaga Nagar in Panjapur will allow Madurai and Chennai-bound vehicles to bypass the floating population in the new bus terminus and vegetable market. A separate 750-meter-long flyover is sanctioned on the Thanjavur-Karur Semi-ring Road, facilitating seamless traffic between Jeeyapuram on Karur NH and Thuvakudi on Thanjavur NH. At the intersection, the Trichy-Madurai NH flyover will operate on the first level, while the shorter one will be build at a higher elevation.
“Adequate land has been provided by Trichy Corporation for the improvement work. Our priority is to isolate traffic on the Trichy-Madurai highway without disrupting local traffic. The layout of the new bus terminus was incorporated into the flyover designs,” stated a senior NHAI official. Eight-lane carriageways will be developed to allow a hassle-free approach to the new bus terminus. Additionally, two subways will be constructed for pedestrians to safely cross the highway and reach the IBT and wholesale vegetable market. The new flyovers will eliminate two identified black spots near Panjapur. “A tender has been issued. We aim to commence the works by around April 2024, with a completion deadline of 18 months,” added the official.
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James Cleverly starts his crackdown on legal routes to drive a 'rapid reduction' in net migration
- From today, only foreign students on postgraduate courses can bring over family
- Home Secretary James Cleverly said UK migration levels 'have been far too high'
James Cleverly insists he wants to drive a 'rapid reduction' in net migration – as the first crackdown on legal routes comes into force.
Changes starting today will bar most foreign students from bringing family members to the UK. The restriction – announced in May – is expected to see 140,000 fewer people move to Britain a year.
It comes after official figures showed net migration – the difference between those coming to the UK long-term and those emigrating – hit a record 745,000 in 2022, triggering a backlash from the Tory backbenches.
The Home Secretary told the Mail: 'For too long, levels of migration to the UK have been far too high. I share the frustration of the British people and their desire to see a rapid reduction in the number of people coming to the UK.'
James Cleverly insists he wants to drive a 'rapid reduction' in net migration – as the first crackdown on legal routes comes into force
It comes after official figures showed net migration – the difference between those coming to the UK long-term and those emigrating – hit a record 745,000 in 2022
He added: 'The changes that are coming into effect today will mean the vast majority of international students will not be able to bring family members. This will see an estimated 140,000 fewer people come to the UK.'
He said the measures were part of a wider package which will see around '300,000 fewer people coming to our shores compared to last year' and would combat the 'unreasonable practice of overseas students bringing their family members to the UK'.
The number of dependents coming to live in Britain with foreign students has rocketed. In the year to September, 152,980 visas were issued to foreign students' relatives, compared with just 14,839 in the year ending September 2019.
From today, only foreign students on postgraduate research courses and government-funded scholarships will be able to bring family members with them.
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said the visa changes were 'a sticking plaster' and blamed the Conservatives for failing to tackle labour market problems.
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Uniformed Officers Throwing Slushies: A Breach of Conduct or Harmless Prank?
In an unusual turn of events, a group of uniformed police officers have triggered a wave of discussions and concerns over police conduct, as they were observed throwing slushies at unsuspecting individuals. This unexpected and unprovoked behavior has caused a stir among the local community and online platforms, raising questions about the boundaries of acceptable conduct for law enforcement officers while in uniform and the appropriate use of their authority.
Unconventional Police Behavior Sparks Debate
According to eyewitness accounts, the officers targeted random pedestrians and motorists, leaving many surprised and upset. The identity of the officers and the exact location of these incidents remain undisclosed at this time. The absence of an official statement from the police department involved has fueled further speculation and debate, as it remains unclear whether these actions were part of a sanctioned event or the result of individual decisions by the officers on duty.
A Community Divided
The slushie-throwing incidents have led to a surge in commentary both within the local community and on online forums. The reactions are diverse, with some expressing dismay and disapproval of the officers’ actions, viewing them as a clear violation of their professional conduct. Others, however, perceive the incidents as harmless pranks, thereby creating a divide in public opinion.
Broader Implications for Police Image and Conduct
Regardless of the motivations behind these incidents, they have undeniably prompted a broader conversation about the image of the police force and the expectations of conduct for officers while on duty. The actions of these officers, whether viewed as a playful jest or a concerning divergence from professional behavior, underline the importance of ongoing dialogues about police conduct, professionalism, and the boundaries of authority.
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Paws for celebration: Timaru reporter releases debut book about Russell Square's canine residents
Rachael Comer always wanted to publish a book – she just didn't know what to write about.
A senior reporter with The Timaru Herald, Comer has spent almost 20 years writing about a wide range of subjects in her daily work.
But she could never quite nail the perfect topic for her own book.
Then she began to explore her own backyard, and with inspiration from New Zealand author Ruth Shaw’s second book, Bookshop Dogs, she realised the subject was on her doorstep – quite literally.
The result is her own first self-published book, The Dogs of Russell Square, which was released on December 20.
The book features dogs that visit and live in the park-like setting of Timaru's Russell Square, a one-of-a-kind area in her home town, and also looks at the history of the location and its people.
It shows the special bond between dogs and their owners, with some of the book’s subjects finding great comfort in having a canine companion.
“I always knew I lived in a really special part of town,” Comer said.
“But it’s not until now that I look back through the pages of the book that I realise how lucky I am.
“That is also due greatly to the fact I have my own rescue dog, who has been a friend and protector and introduced me to many other dog owners.”
Each chapter of the book is dedicated to a dog, with 13 featured.
There are also chapters about Russell Square, information from a dog behaviourist, and the story of a special seat installed in the area.
Comer said she started writing the book with a serious tone about the history of the area.
However, after sending the first chapter to a good friend and former subeditor, Lisa Rogers, she realised she needed to inject the story with “less dry, and more human, elements”.
"I hope the book is one that people can just pick up and read a chapter and feel connected with the characters,” she said.
"Some of the stories are very personal, and I feel privileged to have been able to tell them.''
The book also includes photographs taken by her colleague, TheTimaru Herald chief photographer John Bisset.
Timaru Booksellers owner Renee Rowland, who is stocking the new book, said she loved having books written by South Canterbury authors on the shelves.
“But it’s even better when a local author has written a book that celebrates something local, or a part of Timaru that deserves a spotlight, like the dogs of Russell Square.
“Having space on our shelves for debut authors realising their dreams … is just as important as readers browsing and finding the stories they want to read.
“We’re really pleased for Rachael and very proud to stock her debut book.’’
The book will be officially launched at Russell Square on January 10 at 5.30pm, with everyone welcome to attend.
The dogs from the book will be there, and their entrance may just be via a red carpet, Comer said.
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When you get to the top, people will start to try and tear you down.
That happened to DJ Moore on Sunday after a monster game against the Falcons. Moore, according to his Instagram, was assigned an NFL drug test to complete before he left Soldier Field.
Moore caught nine passes from Justin Fields for 159 yards and one touchdown. He caught three passes for 71 yards and one touchdown in the first quarter.
Moore reached 1,200 yards on the season, marking the first time in his career he's reached that benchmark in a single season. He now has the seventh-most yards in a single season for a Chicago Bear, too.
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For that, you have to prove you're not under the influence of performance-enhancing drugs.
The same thing happened last week to running back Khalil Herbert. Herbert rushed 20 times for 112 yards and one touchdown against the Cardinals. He later posted to his Instagram that he was given a drug test to complete before he left the stadium.
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TRICHY: The Head Post Office (HPO) in Melapudur in Trichy will conduct a special Aadhaar enrollment camp on New Year's Day. Postal department officials said that corrections in existing Aadhar cards can also be made using the special camp.
For taking new Aadhaar cards for
children, the post office has informed that original birth certificates and Aadhar cards of parents are needed.
A new Aadhaar card will be provided free of cost. For changing the name, date of birth, and address, the camp will charge Rs 50. For changing photographs and fingerprints, Rs 100 will be collected. Birth certificates, PAN cards, voter ID cards, passports, and original mark sheets can be shown as proof of name and date of birth.
For changing addresses in the Aadhaar card, post office officials said that a bank passbook, life insurance certificate, and electricity, or water bills for the last three months can be provided. The Aadhaar enrollment centre in the Trichy HPO will function between 8 am and 8 pm on all days except Sundays and public holidays.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Targets U.S. Harir Base in Erbil, Northern Iraq
Today, an unmanned aerial vehicle, better known as a drone, targeted the American Harir base in Erbil, situated in the northern region of Iraq. The base, a known host to U.S. military personnel, became the latest target of an airstrike, underscoring the ongoing security concerns and escalating tensions in the region.
A Drone Attack on the American Harir Base
The Harir base is located near Erbil International Airport, where U.S. and other international forces are stationed. According to the Counter-Terrorism Service in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, the drone was shot down over the airport. There were no reported casualties or damage to infrastructure. The incident, however, places a spotlight on the challenges faced by U.S. forces stationed across Iraq, involved in training and support missions to combat extremist groups and maintain regional stability.
The ‘Islamic Resistance in Iraq’ Claims Responsibility
A group called the ‘Islamic Resistance in Iraq’ has claimed responsibility for the attack. This attack follows hot on the heels of two similar incidents near a northern Iraqi military base and al-Harir airbase, also hosting U.S. forces, less than 24 hours prior. These attacks are reportedly in response to Israeli massacres in Gaza, with the group emphasizing an ongoing strategy to resist U.S. occupation forces in the region.
Investigations and Implications
Details regarding the extent of damage, or the group responsible for the attack were not immediately available. These incidents often spark investigations to determine the precise nature of the attack, the weaponry used, and the motivations behind it. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed al-Sudani has ordered an immediate investigation into the attack, pledging to pursue those responsible. These incidents bear significant geopolitical implications and warrant a response from both the United States and Iraqi authorities. The unfolding situation underscores the volatile and complex security landscape in the region.
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New Year rush to join the gym? It's better to wait until spring if you really want to work on your fitness
- People more likely to stick at exercising if they joined a gym in spring or autumn
After over-indulging at Christmas, thousands will be poised to sign up for a traditional January gym membership.
But joining the gym a bit later, in the spring, could reduce the risk of wasting money for some people who might end up going 50 per cent more often as a result.
A study of more than 1,700 people who signed up for a year's gym membership found they were more likely to stick to exercising if they joined in the spring or autumn.
People who joined in these seasons went to the gym about 4.5 times a month on average - the equivalent of once a week.
But those who signed up in winter went only about 2.9 times a month, based on the average of everyone's attendance in the study.
Joining the gym a bit later in the year, in spring, could reduce the risk of wasting money for some people, as research showed those who signed up during winter were less likely to stay on than those who started in either spring or autumn
Researchers say starting exercise because of a New Year's resolution, or the desire for the perfect beach body in the summer, may not provide enough motivation to keep going if the results are disappointing at first.
Signing up in the cold, dark months of winter may also make it harder to muster the enthusiasm to leave the house.
That could help to explain another finding from the study, that people who signed up in the spring or autumn - rather than in the summer or during winter months like January - were more likely to still be visiting the gym nine to 12 months later (SUBS - pls keep).
But for those still hellbent on a New Year fitness kick, the study also provides guidance on how to stick to it.
The research showed people who went to the same gym on the same day at around the same time were more likely to still be going nine to 12 months later (SUBS - must keep high up).
Falling into a routine, rather than going at random times, could help make gym-going more of a habit, which people then start to follow automatically without thinking too much about it (SUBS - must keep high up).
Dr Matthew Rand, who led the research while at the University of Sheffield, said: 'There is a strong message at this time of the year of the 'new me' and 'new start' which could trigger people to take out a gym membership.
'But this motivation, from social pressure and start-of-the-year feelings, may not be as strong as the motivation from signing up at another time of the year, because you have individually decided you need to become fitter and healthier.
'Not everyone will retain the motivation to join the gym beyond January, so some probably should sign up then.
'But for many, joining in the spring could mean they go more often and are more likely to stick to it, because it is not just a New Year's resolution
'Alternatively, for future years, they could think about signing up before New Year, before the weather gets grim, and make a plan of how to keep up the habit (SUBS - please keep last three sentences).'
The study, published in the journal Sport & Exercise, looked at 1,726 people aged 19 to 70, who signed up for a one-year non-refundable membership for a chain of six health and fitness centres with gym facilities in Sheffield.
The results show people attended the fitness centres more than seven times a month in the first four weeks after signing up.
But by only the next month, this had fallen to just under five visits a month, and a year after joining, people turned up less than once a month on average.
While 100 per cent of people who joined the fitness chain attended at least once in the first month of membership, that fell to just 22 per cent of people in their twelfth month of being members.
The study found older people were more likely to still turn up nine to 12 months after signing up, which may be due to them having more time for fitness if they were retired
Dr Rand said: 'We saw that many people, despite having decided to become fitter, were essentially paying not to go to the gym.'
The study found older people were more likely to still turn up nine to 12 months after signing up, which may be due to them having more time for fitness if they were retired.
But attendance also remained higher among people who at least once went to the same gym on the same day within the same three-hour time window.
Dr Rand said (SUBS - pls keep quote): 'Ideally we want people to go to the gym simply because that is what they normally do on a certain day at a certain time, like before work.
'Repeating the same activity at the same time may make the habit more likely to stick, so it becomes an automatic behaviour.
'It means exercise classes, which happen at the same time each week, could be particularly useful for people wanting to develop a habit of going to a fitness centre.'
More research is needed on whether exercise classes specifically, or a certain type of exercise, encourage people to keep going to the gym.
But the study suggests joining the gym in the winter could be harder to stick to because of bad weather making it less appealing to leave the house, while joining in the summer could see visits disrupted by holidays, so it is harder to get into a fitness routine.
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This whole season, and still, Justin Fields' future with the Bears has been in flux.
The Bears got off to a brutal 0-4 start to the season, with blowout losses to the Packers and Chiefs with a late-game lead blown to the Broncos. Since then, the Bears have improved. They've won their last five home games, finishing with a 5-3 home record this season.
But still, questions remain surrounding Fields. But not to the fans. At least, not the ones at Soldier Field on Sunday during the Bears' win over the Falcons. Their minds are made up on their quarterback.
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"We want Fields!" chants flooded the stadium after the Bears officially notched the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL draft.
"It was great," Fields said after the game on the fans' chants. "Ever since the moment I got here, the fans here have been great ... Chicago Bears fans definitely No. 1 in the world. I love y'all. We love y'all as a team.
"I will remember this game for the rest of my life. The atmosphere, the fans, the chants, the snow."
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The Carolina Panthers defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Arizona Cardinals defeated the Philadelphia Eagles. That combination assured the Panthers will have the worst record in the NFL --- regardless of the outcome of their final game --- giving the Bears the No. 1 pick in the draft.
Like last year, the Bears have the right to draft first, should they choose.
And therein lies the overarching question --- will the Bears use the No. 1 pick to select a top player or a replacement for Fields? Or, like last year, will they trade the pick to recoup a haul and trade back in the draft?
If you recall, the Bears traded the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL draft to the Carolina Panthers. In return, the Bears received the No. 9 pick, a 2023 second-round pick (Tyrique Stevenson), a 2024 first-round pick (which ended up No. 1 overall in the 2024 NFL draft), a 2025 second-round pick and DJ Moore.
Theoretically, the Bears could get a haul for this season's No. 1 pick. Caleb Williams, Drake Maye and Marvin Harrison Jr. are all arguably more coveted assets than last year's herd. But, the Bears could use one of them themselves.
If they decide to move on from Justin Fields, they will undoubtedly use the pick to draft a quarterback. But if they continue with Fields, they could draft Harrison Jr. to give Fields another weapon next to Moore.
Either way, they choose, their earning of back-to-back No. 1 picks is historic. Before the Bears, only eight teams have earned back-to-back No. 1 picks. Stay tuned this offseason to see what the Bears do with their second No. 1 pick.
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VARANASI: In view of the cold wave conditions and dense fog, the district administration on Saturday announced closure of schools for students of Class-1 to Class 8 till January 6.
As per the order issued by district magistrate S Rajalingam, a winter vacation has been declared in all government/council/non-government aided/private recognized CBSE boards/ICSE board schools of Varanasi district from December 30 to January 6.
People in Kashi continued to witness another foggy day for the fourth consecutive day on Saturday with dense fog enveloping the city, resulting in poor visibility. While the maximum temperature stood at 17.7 degree Celsius, the minimum temperature was 12.5 degree Celsius. Residents were seen huddling around bonfires for warmth at several places in the morning.
According to MeT department, the city will be under dense fog on Sunday too. The weathermen predicted fog/mist in the morning with a partly cloudy sky on January 1. The city is likely to witness cloudy sky with light rain on January 2.
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for dense fog in North India. "Dense Fog Advisory for Punjab, Haryana, Delhi Uttar Pradesh, north Rajasthan and north Madhya Pradesh: Be careful while driving or outing through any transport. Use fog lights while driving. Be in touch with airlines, railways, and state transport for your journey schedule," IMD said in a post on X.
The IMD warned of 'difficult driving conditions with slower journey times' and diversion in airports, highways and railway routes.
As per a report of the IMD, the visibility recorded at 17:30 pm on Saturday was Uttar Pradesh: Bareilly, Bahraich and Prayagraj-200 each, Aligarh, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Fursatganj, Babatpur & Sultanpur-500 each; Pantnagar-200; Punjab: Ludhiana-200; Haryana: Bhivani-500 and Delhi: Safdarjung-500.
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One person taken to hospital in serious condition after assault at Timaru playground
One person was taken to Timaru Hospital in a serious condition after being assaulted in the early hours of New Year’s Day at a playground in Timaru.
Police said the victim was assaulted after midnight on Monday at Caroline Bay. A New Year's Eve carnival and fireworks display were held at the Bay throughout the day and evening.
Hato Hone St John spokesperson Beverley Tse said two ambulances were sent to Caroline Bay about 12.15am.
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One person, who sustained serious injuries, was initially treated at the scene by paramedics and then taken to Timaru Hospital.
A resident who had been at the fireworks display on Caroline Bay said there were “a lot of people’’ in the area at the time, and they could see a large group of young people at the playground.
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VISAKHAPATNAM: The 'non-political joint action committee for decentralised administration' has decided to intensify its efforts. This committee has so far rallied various stakeholders, including employee unions, professors, student unions, workers' unions, and others, to lead the movement without political affiliations.
Speaking to ToI, Dr BR Ambedkar University former vice-chancellor and chairman of non-political JAC Prof H.
Lajipathi Rai said that regardless of which party is ruling the state, the campaign for three capitals will continue till the objective is achieved. "All the political parties should honour the recommendations made by the Centre-appointed committee under the chairmanship of former home secretary K Sivaramakrishnan. The Sivaramakrishnan committee favoured decentralised administration and suggested development of three zones instead of concentrating everything in one place," said Prof Rai.
The former VC is actively supporting the three-capital movement. As the chairman of the non-political joint action committee, he is fervently advocating for administrative decentralisation. He played a pivotal role in the successful Visakha Garjana rally conducted in Visakhapatnam. Over the past year, he has engaged in visiting hundreds of educational institutions, conducting public awareness programmes about the three capitals, and spearheading the movement across the state. Furthermore, the non-political JAC plans to intervene in the ongoing Amaravati capital case in the Supreme Court.
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US Military Launches Space Plane on Classified Mission: A Glimpse into Future of Military Aviation
The United States military has once again demonstrated its commitment to space exploration and technological advancement. The launch of the X-37B space plane signifies the military’s continued interest in space capabilities, which are increasingly seen as critical to national security and operational readiness.
The Secretive Mission
On Thursday, the US military’s X-37B space plane set off on a classified mission that is expected to last at least a couple of years. The reusable plane, which carried classified experiments and had no crew on board, took off aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. This marked the seventh flight of an X-37B, an orbital test vehicle built by Boeing that resembles NASA’s retired space shuttles, but is one-fourth the size at 29 feet long. The space plane is designed to orbit between 150 and 500 miles high and has an autonomous landing system.
The Implications
While the specific objectives of this mission remain undisclosed to the public, space missions led by the military often involve testing new space technologies, conducting experiments with potential military applications, or deploying satellites for reconnaissance and communication purposes. The long duration of such missions suggests the use of advanced propulsion and life support systems that can support extended operations in space.
The Future of Military Aviation
Looking ahead, the US Air Force has secret plans to release the SR-72 ‘Son of the Blackbird’ in 2025, a hypersonic surveillance aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin’s Advanced Development Programs. The unmanned plane is capable of reaching speeds that could travel from the US to Europe in 90 minutes and is set to revolutionize military aviation. However, it will also have to contend with new dangers such as directed-energy weapons and hypersonic munitions.
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Water voles like Ratty from The Wind In The Willows could see a population boost as wildlife trusts reintroduce them to British wetlands
- Once common species is declining faster than any other mammal in the UK
In The Wind In The Willows, the affable Ratty - who, despite his name, was a water vole - lived an idyllic life in his riverside home.
All he really had to worry about was Mr Toad's preposterous antics.
But 115 years since Kenneth Grahame's classic children's book was first published, water voles are in a far more precarious position – the once common species' numbers are declining faster than those of any other mammal in the UK.
Loss of habitat and the escape of American mink, voracious predators which also feed on birds and fish, from fur farms in the 1950s and 1960s has seen the water vole population plummet from an estimated eight million to around 132,000.
Now, however, there are hopes that Ratty and his cute, chestnut-brown, furry tailed ilk could be on the rise again - thanks to reintroduction programmes involving conservationists working with landowners and water vole 'surveyor volunteers'.
115 years since Kenneth Grahame's classic children's book The Wind In The Willows was first published, water voles are in a far more precarious position – and declining faster than those of any other mammal in the UK
One success story from such a project has been announced by the Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust, which released 150 captive bred water voles on a stretch of the River Ver near St Albans two years ago. The guinea pig-sized, vegetarian rodents had last been seen there in 1987.
The trust this week said the geographical range of land occupied by the animals has, since the release, approximately doubled year-on-year - suggesting that they are 'thriving'.
There is no official figure for how many water voles there are now in the area. But some estimates based on scientific modelling techniques suggest it could be between 275 and 450.
Female water voles can have three to six litters in a year, with four or five pups in each litter. Water voles can live between six and 18 months. They are classed as endangered in the UK and their burrows are fully protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act.
Josh Kalms, water vole officer at Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust, said: 'Water Voles are a key species in wetland ecosystems and their actions are important for maintaining healthy wetland ecosystems.
'They are mini ecosystem engineers with their burrowing and feeding helping our river banks and wetlands stay in good condition.
'They have been recorded to eat more than 220 different types of plants including sedges, rushes and reeds and in doing so clear patches within the vegetation allowing light to come in and other plants to grow, encouraging biodiversity.
'Their old burrows are used by amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates to live in. And water voles are themselves part of the food chain, with the odd one taken by an owl, kestrel or fox.'
As in other areas of the country where conservationists have reintroduced water voles, the area was monitored for mink and traps were placed for them just in case.
Water voles are good swimmers and the 'plop' of them diving into rivers used to be a much-loved sound in the UK countryside. They dive in the water when disturbed and kick up mud as a smoke screen against predators, Mr Kalms said. But, unfortunately, mink are also adept swimmers - and can squeeze inside water voles' burrows too.
Water voles are good swimmers and the 'plop' of them diving into rivers used to be a much-loved sound in the UK countryside
The trust has been assisted by volunteers who were trained to look for signs of water vole occupation. The volunteers use poles to part vegetation as they search for latrines and feeding sites - water voles leave piles of nibbled grass and stems may be found by the water's edge, showing a distinctive 45 degree, angled-cut at the ends - to help monitor the new areas colonised by the little animals.
Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is aiming to have water voles back in every river in Hertfordshire by 2030.
They have previously reintroduced water voles at Thorley Wash nature reserve near Bishop's Stortford in 2015 and on the River Beane last year. Similar projects are taking place elsewhere in the country.
Although the water vole is famously known as 'Ratty' in The Wind in the Willows, the Wildlife Trusts say that despite being sometimes referred to as a 'water rat', there is no such thing - there are brown rats, black rats and water voles.
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MIRI (Jan 1): The first Mobile Rahmah Sales programme held at Kampung Haji Waheed here on Saturday drew a huge crowd in search of daily food items at below market price, said Chiew Choon Man.
The Miri MP, who officiated the programme, said it was organised by his Miri Parliamentary Service Centre in collaboration with Persatuan Prihatin Sibuti and Daerah Miri (PPSDM).
“For this programme, we have referred to the formula often used by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) in carrying out the Rahmah Sales.
“Therefore, we have provided an allocation as subsidy payment in the effort to reduce the price of basic goods by 20 to 30 per cent as compared to that of the market price,” he said in a statement yesterday.
The programme from 10am to 2pm attracted over 200 families to the village’s surau.
Among the basic goods items sold were rice, cooking oil, eggs, vegetables, noodles, coffee, flour, biscuits and condensed milk.
The programme, Chiew reiterated, was organised in response to the federal government’s effort to help reduce the cost of living of the people.
He said amid the success of Rahmah Sales nationwide, his team had improvised by organising Mobile Rahmah Sales in targeted areas so that folks such as senior citizens, the B40 group and people with disabilities would not need to travel far to get essential goods at lower prices.
“Looking forward, we are expecting to continue this initiative next year in other places,” he added.
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VISAKHAPATNAM: A 17-year-old girl who went missing from Vizag city on December 18, was traced in Odisha on December 22. However, she was allegedly gang raped in separate incidents.
The police have formed a special team to nab a total of ten accused persons, including her male friend in connection with the gang rape case.
The victim girl, working as a maid in a house under fourth-town police station limits in Vizag city.
The inmates of the house went for a vacation and the girl stayed alone in the house to take care of the pets in the house.
The girl’s father came to know that his daughter was missing, and he further learnt that one youngster took his daughter to RK Beach in the city. The family members searched for the girl, but their efforts proved futile and they lodged a missing complaint with fourth-town police station on December 18.
We did technical surveillance and it was found that the girl was in Odisha. Thereafter, the girl was recovered from Odisha on December 22, said DCP (law and order, Zone-I), K Srinivasa Rao. Due to mental trauma, the girl could not disclose anything till December 30.
The victim girl on Sunday told police that her male friend took her to hotel, where she was raped by him. Later, he called his friend and together raped her.
Apparently upset with the incident, the girl went to RK Beach to allegedly end her life. Noticing that the girl is alone, one person (a photographer at the beach) seemingly offering moral strength, took her to a room, where the photographer and his seven friends confining her for days and raped her. The girl managed to escape from the room, and she fled to Odisha.
Since, the victim is a minor girl, we have recorded her statement and we have registered a case of abduction and rape under appreciate sections of IPC and POCSO Act. Our teams have managed to identify some accused persons and we will nab all the accused shortly, said DCP K Srinivasa Rao. The investigation is underway to establish some of the facts in the case, he added.
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US Military Advances Defense with Classified Space Mission, Hypersonic Aircraft
The United States military has once again launched its renowned space plane on a fresh, classified mission. This covert operation, shrouded in secrecy, is estimated to last several years. The purpose and undertakings of this mission remain under wraps, upholding the mysterious aura that frequently surrounds military activities in space. This space plane, known for its durability in orbit for prolonged periods, signifies an integral part of the United States’ drive to amplify its capabilities in space. This domain has gained substantial strategic significance, becoming a hotbed of international competition.
Classified Mission, Unrevealed Details
In keeping with the clandestine nature of the mission, details such as the launch date, vehicle specifications, or the nature of the payloads have not been disclosed. This approach mirrors the course taken with previous missions involving the space plane, which have also been enveloped in secrecy with minimal information reaching the public.
A New Chapter in Space Exploration
The current mission is the latest chapter in the US military’s ongoing engagement with space exploration and technology. It is a testament to the importance that space plays in military strategy, as nations around the world vie for dominance in this final frontier.
Parallel Developments in Military Aviation
Alongside the space plane’s mission, the US Air Force is also developing a new hypersonic aircraft, named ‘Son of the Blackbird’, set for a 2025 release. This aircraft, capable of speeds exceeding 4,000 mph, amplifies the Air Force’s efforts to enhance their aviation prowess.
Lockheed Martin spearheads the development of this revolutionary aircraft, which will change the face of military aviation with its unmatched hypersonic and high-altitude surveillance capabilities. This unmanned plane is designed to withstand new threats, including directed-energy weapons and hypersonic munitions, fortifying the US military’s defense mechanisms.
The launch of the classified space mission and the development of the hypersonic aircraft mark significant milestones in the United States’ defense strategy.
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Campaigners demand cheap social tariff on energy for struggling households as bills are set to rise 5%
- Price of gas and electricity for a typical household is set to increase by £94
Campaigners are calling for the introduction of a cheap social tariff on energy for struggling households as bills are set to rise 5 per cent from today.
The price of gas and electricity for a typical household is set to increase by £94 – taking bills to £1,928 a year.
Consumer and anti-poverty groups say long-term reform of bills is required through the introduction of a social tariff for low income households.
A year ago, industry regulator Ofgem said there was an 'urgent' need to examine the introduction of a tariff that 'limits the impact of extremely high prices' but nothing has been delivered.
Emily Seymour, of consumer watchdog Which?, said: 'In the long term, a properly targeted social tariff is desperately needed to ensure the most financially vulnerable are able to heat their homes.
The price of gas and electricity for a typical household is set to increase by £94 – taking bills to £1,928 a year (stock photo)
'With prices still significantly higher than they were before the energy crisis began, some households will still struggle to afford their bill.'
Simon Francis, of the End Fuel Poverty Coalition, said: 'Struggling households are facing an assault from all sides. Energy bills are going up just as winter bites hard, Christmas debts have to be paid off and the cost of living crisis continues.'
Industry analyst Cornwall Insight is predicting some falls in energy bills through 2024 but warns this is not guaranteed.
Dr Craig Lowrey, its principal consultant, said: 'History has shown that the wholesale energy market is highly volatile and unexpected global events can lead to spikes in energy prices, ultimately feeding through to household bills.'
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New Year's Eve celebrations at Caroline Bay, Timaru.
The rain did not deter those keen to welcome the new year in at Caroline Bay, in Timaru, on Sunday night. The Timaru Herald photographer Aiman Amerul Muner captured some of the action.
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Waiting for the New Year fireworks display at Caroline Bay on Sunday night are, from left, Alessia Peneamene, 17, Nova Robinson, 16, Aroha Wooldridge, 17, and Maia Peneamene, 17.
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Celebrating New Year’s Eve on the Octopus at the Caroline Bay Carnival are, from left, Finn Dominey, Logan Hunter and Liam Livesey.
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Holly Chapman, 14, left, Kiwiana Frisby, 13, Macie-Jade Watts, 14, and Aria Wright, 14, dance to the Capitol City Band who performed at the Caroline Bay Soundshell on Sunday evening.
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Sheri Watson, left, and Tania Curtis seek shelter under an umbrella as heavy rain falls at the Caroline Bay Carnival on Sunday evening.
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Phil Sanders all dressed up for New Year’s Eve at the Caroline Bay Soundshell.
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Revellers watch the fireworks display at Caroline Bay, welcoming in 2024.
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01/8New year, new opportunitites
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Embrace the future with Immersive Learning – the pinnacle of learning trends in 2024. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) take the lead, offering professionals an engaging and interactive learning experience. This approach creates a controlled environment mirroring real-life situations, granting learners hands-on experience while minimizing real-world risks. Immerse yourself in a transformative learning journey that bridges the gap between theory and practice.
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Bid farewell to the notion of learning as a one-time affair. Welcome to the era of Continuous Learning – a vital trend for both organizations and professionals in 2024. Holistic development takes center stage as lifelong learning becomes imperative in an ever-evolving digital landscape. As technological advancements soar, the demand for continuous learning grows, ensuring perpetual relevance in the dynamic market.
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Dive into the future of education with Multimodal Learning, a cornerstone in the 2024 learning landscape. This trend advocates for the use of multiple teaching modes, aligning with the 70:20:10 learning framework. Here, 70% occurs on the job, 20% through collaboration, and 10% through formal education. A holistic approach to upskilling, modern learning encompasses all facets, offering a comprehensive strategy for skill enhancement.
06/8Focus on Soft Skills
Unlock the door to professional success by prioritizing Soft Skills. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2023 underscores the growing importance of skills such as analytical thinking, creativity, leadership, and attention to detail. In 2024, the spotlight remains on elevating these essential attributes, making it a significant trend for professionals navigating the evolving job market.
07/8Data-Driven Learning
Enter the realm of precision with Data-Driven Learning – a leading trend in 2024. Organizations leverage data analytics to tailor learning strategies, ensuring a customized and engaging educational experience. By addressing specific skill gaps, this trend propels businesses towards targeted growth, making it an indispensable approach in the ever-evolving world of professional development.
08/8Gamification Learning
The current trend of gamification, injects the spirit of games into non-gaming environments, transforming the training experience. Offering a playful and motivating learning environment, gamification utilizes scoreboards and rewards to incentivize upskilling. Engage in an interactive learning journey that turns education into an exciting and rewarding adventure.
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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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Unlikely Heroes Counter Propaganda, Support Ukraine with Music and Compassion
Amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, two US citizens, Ron Wallace and Michael Edison, took matters into their own hands. These two unlikely heroes embarked on a self-funded mission to bring a beacon of hope and support to the heart of the crisis. Wallace, a former US military musician hailing from Alaska, and Edison, a former cavalry commander from Wyoming, arrived in Kyiv donning distinctive attire. Wallace in a kilt and bagpiper uniform, and Edison in a cowboy hat and avyshyvanka, a traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirt.
Musical Mission in the Midst of Conflict
Edison and Wallace took to the war-torn streets of Kyiv with a unique mission: to perform music for Ukrainian children and entertain soldiers in hospitals. Their performances, filled with melodies of hope and resilience, resonated in the corridors of schools, kindergartens, hospitals, and even on the bustling streets of Kyiv. The duo also paid their respects at the funeral of a Ukrainian war hero, witnessing firsthand the spirit and fortitude of the Ukrainian people in the face of adversity.
Countering Propaganda with Reality
However, their mission extended beyond the borders of Ukraine. Upon their return to the US, Edison and Wallace aim to counter Russian propaganda by sharing their experiences and the stark realities of the conflict with their communities. Their firsthand account seeks to debunk myths and misinformation, shedding light on the true state of affairs in Ukraine.
A Timely Intervention Amid Depleting Aid
Their visit comes at a critical juncture. As US funding for Ukraine depletes, further financial aid is being held up in Congress due to Republican opposition. Despite the political gridlock, Edison and Wallace are undeterred. They plan to return to Ukraine with intentions to visit the frontline and deliver care packages to the soldiers, continuing their support in any way they can.
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Ushering in the new year, Hamas fired rockets at Tel Aviv.
It also fired over 20 rockets at southern and central Israel just at the start of the new year , according to a report by the
Most were reportedly intercepted by the Iron Dome missile defense system. Sirens sounded in various locations in the center of the country, including Rehovot, Ness Ziona, Holon, Lod and Modiin, as well as Ashdod, Sderot and other southern towns.
Iron Dome interceptions seen over central Israel following a Hamas rocket barrage from the Gaza Strip. pic.twitter.com/DQcOpg54nT
— Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian (@manniefabian) December 31, 2023
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Finance chief of Daily Telegraph's parent group is set to quit amid UAE deal to buy the newspaper
- The Telegraph is up for grabs after bank seized the paper from former owners
- Plans to sell paper to a fund within the United Arab Emirates have been criticised
The finance chief of the Daily Telegraph's parent company is set to quit, as an investigation into the planned acquisition of the newspaper by an Abu Dhabi-backed consortium continues.
Cormac O'Shea, who has been chief financial officer of the Telegraph Media Group since 2021, is expected to stand down from the role in the coming weeks.
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has reportedly been contacted by independent directors overseeing the sale of the Telegraph to ask for approval to appoint a replacement.
RedBird IMI, a joint venture with backing from Abu Dhabi, is trying to buy the newspaper.
The Telegraph is up for grabs after its former owners, the Barclay family, failed to pay Lloyds Banking Group back £1.15 billion in debts
An order made by Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer before Christmas prevents the prospective owners from making decisions about the news group while regulators probe the deal.
As part of this, the Government has blocked any significant changes to the management and oversight. It also stops any transfer of ownership and prohibits merging with another business.
According to Sky News, the directors at TMG could opt for an interim replacement or could carry out a recruitment process for a permanent one. The reason behind Mr O'Shea's expected departure has not been revealed.
Associate editor Camilla Tominey last month warned that the Telegraph should not be owned by a 'sexist regime' and expressed serious concerns about the Abu Dhabi-backed fund.
Lord Rothermere, owner of the Daily Mail, has previously confirmed his interest in buying the paper. Other reported potential buyers include GB News investor Paul Marshall and David Montgomery's National World.
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‘This is not the kind of tourism we want’: Venice to ban large groups of visitors
Venice is to ban tour groups larger than 25 people and the use of loudspeakers as it continues to crack down on mass tourism.
In a statement released on Saturday, the city council said the new rules would take effect in the historic centre of Venice and the islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello from June.
The council said the regulations sought to balance the needs of residents, workers and visitors and also aimed to reduce the “confusion and disturbance” caused by loudspeakers. Any tour operators or guides who breach the rules will face fines from €50 to €500 (NZ$87-$872)
Simone Venturini, the city councillor responsible for tourism, said the new regulation was designed to change visitors’ habits and better manage the city’s tourism. It also aimed to deter illegal unauthorised tour guides.
“Venice is increasingly fragile and we are taking action to ensure its long-term future,” Venturini told The Telegraph.
“Large groups of tourists are blocking the alleys, the bridges and squares in the historic centre and that creates big problems. This is not the kind of tourism we want.”
Venturini said the latest measure was part of a broader framework of interventions aimed at improving and better managing tourism to ensure a greater balance between the needs of those who live in the city and its millions of visitors.
More than 20 million tourists visited Venice in 2023 and amid claims that the city is turning into an Italian version of Disneyland, it introduced regulations to limit the expansion of cheap souvenir stores in 2022. It also plans to introduce a tourist tax of €5 for day trippers from April 2024.
Elisabetta Pesce, the city councillor responsible for security, described the rule to limit tour group numbers as an important measure “promoting sustainable tourism and guaranteeing the protection and safety of the city”.
Permanent residents have been steadily fleeing the historic centre in recent years. Local citizens’ groups Venessia and Ocio have calculated that the number of beds now available for visitors has overtaken the total number of residents, which is around 50,000.
“In the past five years in the historic city of Venice, every two days on average a house has disappeared from the residential market to enter that of tourism,” Ocio said on its website.
When asked about the declining numbers, Venturini stressed that greater Venice, including the mainland, retains 260,000 residents. In an attempt to provide for the 50,000 residents in the historic centre, he said the council had restored 500 homes for public housing and 300 of those had already been assigned to families and young couples in the past two years.
But citizens’ groups argue that Venice is being transformed into “a tourist village” and residents are being pushed aside to make way for new hotels and other projects to expand the tourism sector.
Earlier this year Unesco said the city should be added to a list of endangered heritage sites as the impact of mass tourism and rising sea levels threatened to cause “irreversible damage”.
After lengthy protests, large cruise ships were banned from the historic centre of Venice via the Giudecca Canal in 2021 amid complaints about pollution and erosion.
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PATNA: The Bihar Education department has taken action in response to complaints about the recruitment process of nearly one lakh
teachers last month. Additional Chief Secretary of the Education Department, K K Pathak, has issued a letter dated December 28 to all District Magistrates (DMs), instructing them to conduct a re-verification drive starting from January 15.
The department has attributed the anomalies in the recruitment process to the alleged failure of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) to provide thumb impressions of candidates who appeared for the entrance examination during the counseling session in November.
"Following complaints of impersonation, the department recently called 4,000 selected teachers for random re-verification and also to find out whether the candidates who had appeared in the entrance examination were the same who joined the service. During the process, the department identified three imposters. Besides, three teachers, who had joined, fled away. Legal actions have been initiated against imposters by the department", says the letter.
The Bihar government provided appointment letters to 1,20,336 newly recruited teachers, who had cleared Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE-1) conducted by the BPSC, at all district headquarters in the state on November 2 this year. The Commission recently declared TRE-2 results also to fill a total of 86,557 posts of teachers of different subjects in the state.
Despite repeated attempts by the PTI, Bihar Education Minister, Chandra Shekhar, was not available for his comments on the issue.
"Now the BPSC has agreed to provide us thumb impressions of all selected candidates of TRE-1 and TRE-2, taken during written examinations. These impressions will be matched with those who have joined as teachers during the re-verification drive and counselling of selected candidates of TRE-2", says the letter of the ACS Education, which is in the possession of PTI.
The BPSC on Friday permanently debarred 49 candidates from appearing for any examination conducted by the commission for being allegedly involved in impersonation in school teacher competitive examination. A list of debarred candidates has been put on the Commission's website.
The letter says, "All DMs are advised to call newly recruited teachers (of TRE-1) in batches for the re-verification and their thumb impressions will be matched with those collected by the Commission at the time of entrance examination. These teachers will come along with headmasters of their respective schools where they are currently posted. If anomalies are detected during matching of thumb impression, immediate legal action should be initiated against those found involved in illegal practices".
"Aadhaar card history of all selected candidates will also be examined during the re-verification drive. It is often noticed that imposters frequently make changes in the Aadhaar card to avoid detection", the letter says.
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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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Venrock Healthcare Capital Par Acquires Additional Stake in KalVista Pharmaceuticals
Healthcare investment giant, Venrock Healthcare Capital Par, has fortified its position in KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:KALV) by acquiring 6,013 additional shares. The purchase, executed at an average price of $12.49 per share, totaled a sum of $75,102.37. This transaction, unfolded on December 29th, was subsequently laid bare through an SEC filing.
Investment Details
Venrock now directly commands a formidable 4,092,731 shares of KalVista. The current market value of this stake stands at an estimated $51.1 million. On the opening bell, KalVista’s stock traded at $12.25, marking a 12-month range between a low of $6.20 and a peak of $12.74. The company’s moving average price over the last 50 days has been $9.08, while the 200-day moving average stood at $9.64.
Financial Performance
KalVista’s last quarterly earnings report bore the news of a loss of $0.80 per share. This figure fell slightly short of the consensus estimate among analysts. The projected EPS for the current fiscal year is -$2.98. Despite this, the investment firm HC Wainwright has reaffirmed its ‘buy’ rating for the company, setting a price target of $16.00.
Market Movements
The investment landscape for KalVista has seen some changes, with several hedge funds adjusting their holdings in the company. While some have increased their stake, others have initiated positions. This shifting trend underlines the company’s appeal to investors.
KalVista Pharmaceuticals, a specialist in the realm of small molecule protease inhibitors, is striving to address diseases with significant unmet needs such as hereditary angioedema (HAE) and diabetic macular edema (DME).
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Fille : More than 4,360 people, including combatants and civilians, were killed in Syria’s civil war in 2023, in the thirteenth year since fighting began, a war monitor said on Sunday.
More than 4,360 people, including combatants and civilians, were killed in Syria’s civil war in 2023, in the thirteenth year since fighting began, a war monitor said on Sunday.
The figure was an increase on 2022, when 3,825 people were killed.
That was the lowest annual death toll since the conflict began in 2011 with the government’s brutal crackdown on peaceful pro-democracy protests, said the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
This year’s count included 1,889 civilians, 241 of them women and 307 children, according to the United Kingdom-based Observatory, which has a broad network of sources inside Syria.
Syrian government forces accounted for almost 900 of the dead this year, with other fighters including from the Kurdish-led and US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, pro-Iran groups, Islamist factions, Islamic State group jihadists and foreign combatants accounting for the rest.
Fille : More than 4,360 people, including combatants and civilians, were killed in Syria’s civil war in 2023
Over the years, the country’s conflict spiralled dramatically. It pulled in foreign armies, militias and jihadists, killed more than 500,000 people, displaced millions and ravaged the country’s infrastructure and industry.
With Iranian and Russian support, Damascus has clawed back much of the territory it lost earlier in the conflict, although large parts of the country’s north remain outside government control.
Front lines have mostly quietened in recent years and annual death tolls dropped to lower levels.
Nevertheless, violence persists. The Observatory reported that several people including a fighter and a child were killed on Saturday in government bombardment of “residential areas and a market” the city of Idlib.
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a jihadist group led by Al-Qaeda’s former Syria branch, controls swathes of Idlib province and parts of neighbouring Aleppo, Hama and Latakia provinces — the last major bastion of armed opposition in Syria.
A ceasefire brokered by Russia and Turkey was declared in Idlib after a Syrian government offensive in March 2020, but it has been repeatedly violated.
Also on Saturday, 25 pro-Iran fighters were killed in air strikes in eastern Syria “likely” carried out by Israel, the Observatory said, raising an earlier toll of 23.
The dead included five Syrians, six Iraqi fighters, four from Lebanon’s Hezbollah group and 10 other non-Syrian combatants, the Observatory said.
It also said eight people, including three civilians, were killed in Israeli strikes on Saturday near the airport in the main northern city of Aleppo, updating an earlier toll of four fighters killed.
Israel, which has launched hundreds of strikes on Syrian territory since the war began, rarely comments on individual attacks but has repeatedly said it will not allow its arch foe Iran to expand its presence in the country.
Israel has intensified its strikes in Syria since its war with Hamas began on October 7.
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Calls for compulsory eye tests for over-70s to carry on driving after the number of 90-year-olds with driving licences DOUBLES in the last decade
- A record 153,000 older Britons held a full licence in November, data revealed
The number of 90-year-olds and over with a driving licence has doubled in a decade, prompting calls for mandatory eye tests to boost road safety.
A record 153,000 older Britons held a full licence in November, nearly a quarter of the total in that age group.
The oldest was 109 but it is not known if she is still on the road. This compares to 77,000 ten years before and is the highest since such records began in 2012.
Now the AA has called for motorists to take eye tests to carry on driving after 70. Currently licence-holders are not subjected to mandatory checks, whatever their age.
The number of 90-year-olds and over with a driving licence has doubled in a decade, prompting calls for mandatory eye tests to boost road safety (stock photo)
The Department for Transport said the over-70s must renew licences every three years and reveal if a medical condition affects their driving ability (stock photo)
AA president Edmund King said 'one check to improve road safety would be for those over 70 to show evidence of regular eye tests when renewing their licence and also stricter guidance from GPs'.
But he added that giving up driving, which is a lifeline for many, should be based on medical and family advice, not an 'arbitrary age'.
He also pointed out: 'If driving restrictions based on age and safety were introduced, we would be more likely to restrict young drivers rather than older drivers.'
The Department for Transport said the over-70s must renew licences every three years and reveal if a medical condition affects their driving ability.
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The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has issued the admit card for recruitment of Female Health worker - Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery (ANM) 2022.
The Health Directorate under the Health Department of Bihar, aims to fill a total of 12,771 vacancies of Female Health worker ANM.
Candidates who have registered, and are preparing to appear for the exam must download and carry the admit card to their examination centres.
The admit card can be download from the official website at btsc.bih.nic.in.
How to download BTSC Female Health Worker ANM admit card?Step 1: Visit the Official Website- Visit the official website of the Bihar Technical Service Commission. Access the site at https://btsc.bih.nic.in/, the designated platform for all recruitment-related activities.
Step 2: Locate the Admit Card Section- Once on the website's homepage, search for the specific option related to downloading the admit card for Advt. No-07/2022(ANM). Click on it to proceed and get redirected to the dedicated login page.
Step 3: Login to Your Account- On the login page, enter your credentials. Provide the required User ID and Password in the designated fields. Double-check the accuracy of the entered details before proceeding.
Step 4: Submit and Download- After entering the necessary information, click on the 'Submit' button. This action initiates the download process for your ANM admit card. Once the download is complete, it is advisable to take a print copy.
Candidates can alternately download using the
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Important details to check in Admit cardAfter obtaining the admit card, candidates must verify the below mentioned details. If any discrepancy is found, they can contact the examination authority-
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Exam Venue
- Exam Date and Time
- Photograph
- Signature
- Application Number
- Category
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Reporting Time
- Instructions
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The exam is scheduled to take place on January 5, 11 and 12, 2024. The examination authority earlier released a notice stating
"Advertisement No. 07/2022 published for appointment to vacant posts of Bihar Female Health Worker (ANM) under Health Department, Bihar, Patna, examination date - 05.01.2024, 11.01.2024 and 12.01.2024 in various districts of Bihar state. Necessary information related to the above / Admit Card etc. will be published on the website of the Commission - www.btsc.bih.nic.in. Candidates are instructed to keep monitoring the website of the Commission."Exam patternBTSC ANM Exam Pattern 2023 is structured for a Computer Based Test, featuring a duration of 2 hours. The examination will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions covering various sections. Each question holds a weightage of 1 mark, and for every incorrect response, a deduction of 0.25 mark will be applied.
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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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A Maersk container ship, the Singapore-flagged Hangzhou, issued a distress call , U.S. Central Command said in a statement on Sunday. The merchant vessel said four small boats were attacking it. The U.S. Navy sank three small boats, killing the crew, military officials said.
The U.S. Navy sank three small boats, killing the crew, military officials said.
U.S. Navy helicopters returned fire and sank three small boats carrying Houthi militants in the Red Sea on Sunday, after U.S. warships responded to a distress call from a merchant vessel, military officials said.
A Maersk container ship, the Singapore-flagged Hangzhou, issued a distress call at about 6:30 a.m. local time, U.S. Central Command said in a statement on Sunday. The merchant vessel said four small boats were attacking it.
“The small boats, originating from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, fired crew-served and small-arms weapons at the Maersk Hangzhou, getting to within 20 meters of the vessel, and attempted to board the vessel,” Central Command said.
Helicopters from two U.S. ships — the USS Eisenhower and the USS Gravely — responded and issued verbal calls to the small boats, U.S. officials said.
While the helicopters were “in the process of issuing verbal calls to the small boats, the small boats fired upon the U.S. helicopters with crew served weapons and small arms,” Central Command said.
While the helicopters were “in the process of issuing verbal calls to the small boats, the small boats fired upon the U.S. helicopters with crew served weapons and small arms,” Central Command said.
“We don’t seek a conflict wider in the region and we’re not looking for a conflict with the Houthis,” Kirby told ABC News’ Whit Johnson. “The best outcome here would be for the Houthis to stop these attacks as we have made clear over and over again.”
Sunday’s incident was the second time in 24 hours that the Hangzhou had issued a distress call, U.S. Navy officials said.
The ship had been traveling on Saturday evening about 55 nautical miles southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen, when it was hit by an unknown object, a Maersk spokesperson told ABC News.
The 14,000-container vessel continued north afterward, heading toward its destination of Port Suez, Egypt.
“Maersk can also confirm that after the initial attack on the vessel, four boats approached the vessel and engaged fire in an expected attempt to board the vessel,” said Adhish Alawani, a Maersk spokesperson.
Maersk has delayed all transits through the area for the next 48 hours, as the incident is investigated, he said.
Kirby emphasized the importance of the Red Sea shipping corridor and the critical need to keep it safe and open for international commerce.
Asked if a pre-emptive strike is on the table, Kirby said “we’re not ruling anything in or out.”
“We have made it clear publicly to the Houthis and privately to our allies and partners, and we’re going to make the right decisions going forward,” he added.
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Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch tops Conservative poll to become the next Party leader after Rishi Sunak
- Kemi Badenoch has topped a Tory members' survey to succeed as next leader
- The Business Secretary is favourite in the Conservative Home poll at 38 per cent
Kemi Badenoch is the favourite to become the next Tory Party leader, according to a poll of members.
The Business Secretary tops the league table of the Conservative Home poll with 38 per cent of the vote.
Penny Mordaunt is second on 23 per cent, and Suella Braverman third on 14 per cent. No other minister makes it to double percentage figures.
Both Mrs Badenoch and Mrs Braverman have been heavily tipped for a future leadership bid, having thrown their names into the hat to replace Boris Johnson when he stepped down.
However, despite not being Tory MPs, and so ineligible for the leadership, 18 members backed Nigel Farage, and 16 Boris Johnson.
Kemi Badenoch is the favourite to become the next Tory Party leader, according to a poll of members.
Conservative Home also runs a monthly league table of Cabinet ministers' popularity, which saw Rishi Sunak (pictured) fall to his lowest negative rating to date this month
Paul Goodman, editor of the Tory grassroots website, said that it was the first Next Tory Leader survey conducted for two years, apart from those during the leadership elections.
Should the Conservatives lose the general election, Tory members will play the key role in selecting the next leader of the Party, so the poll of 647 is a good indication of which MPs are popular.
Mrs Badenoch also won Conservative Minister of the Year, followed by Mrs Braverman and Ms Mordaunt.
Mr Goodman said: 'If both our survey and YouGov were right, she was the membership's candidate of choice during the first leadership election of 2022.
'She has perhaps been at her most visible this year taking robust positions on trans conversion therapy and trans pupils in schools.'
ConservativeHome also runs a monthly league table of Cabinet ministers' popularity, which saw Mr Sunak fall to his lowest negative rating to date this month.
Mrs Badenoch came out on top, followed by Ms Mordaunt and Johnny Mercer, the veterans' minister.
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US mother suspected of killing her 2 children and wounding a third arrested in United Kingdom
A Colorado mother suspected of killing two of her young children and injuring a third was arrested Saturday in the United Kingdom, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
Kimberlee Singler's 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son were found dead on December 19, 2023, when police responded to a report of a burglary at their home.
Police later said the report turned out to be unfounded.
Singler, 35, initially cooperated with police but disappeared during the investigation, said Ira Cronin, spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department.
Authorities were unable to apprehend her after obtaining an arrest warrant Tuesday on charges of murder and attempted murder, among other allegations.
Singler was not under surveillance and was last seen in Colorado Springs on December 23, said Cronin.
Authorities did not provide further details on the overseas arrest, but said they are working with multiple law enforcement agencies.
Attempts to reach Singler for comment through phone numbers listed for her were unsuccessful. Cronin said he didn't know if she has an attorney.
When police first responded to Singler’s home, they found her with minor injuries, the two children’s bodies and Singler’s 11-year-old daughter hurt. At first, Singler was treated as a burglary victim, said Cronin.
The injured girl was hospitalised for a few days before being released and is recovering in Colorado Springs, said Cronin.
The children’s deaths came amid an ongoing legal battle between Singler and her ex-husband over parenting time and other issues, according to court filings.
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CBSE Practical exams 2024: The Central Board of Secondary Education affiliate schools are scheduled to commence the CBSE Class 10, 12 Practical board exams 2024 tomorrow, i.e January 1, 2024.
The board recently issued guidelines for students and parents, teachers and schools, for ensuring a smooth conduct of the upcoming practical examinations.
READ ALSO: CBSE issues guidelines for Class 10, 12 Practical Exams 2024; Check HereCBSE practical exam 2024 guidelines for students and parentsCBSE in its notice stated that it is the responsibility of parents and students to ensure that the schools' list of candidates accurately represents their fields of study.
The syllabus and the subjects for which practical exams will be held should be known to parents and students.
Provided that students adhere to the schedule, the Board will give them another chance to take the practical exams.
CBSE practical exam 2024 guidelines for schools and administrative officesSchools are required to ensure timely completion of the practical exam curriculum. This involves making necessary arrangements such as stocking laboratories and appointing internal examiners. Communication with students and parents regarding the practical exam date-sheet is crucial for their preparedness. The marks awarded in practical exams will adhere to the specified maximum marks outlined in the circular released on October 30, 2023.
External and internal examiners must ensure accurate mark uploads as they are irreversible once published. Class 12 practical exams will be exclusively conducted by external examiners appointed by the board. Regional offices are responsible for overseeing that all schools adhere to the notified schedule for practical exams and upload marks promptly. Furthermore, they must ensure the timely delivery of practical answer books to schools before the commencement of exams.
Tips to score well in CBSE Class 10, 12 practical exam 2024Practical exams in classes 10th and 12th are really important determinants of good overall board results. The marks you get in these exams can decide whether you can pursue your preferred studies, choose a specific subject, and even get into a college or university. So, doing well in practical exams is an essential part to achieving your future goals. Here are 5 tried and tested tips you can use to score well in the upcoming practical exams.
Master the Concepts:Rote memorization doesn't cut it in CBSE Class 10 and 12 practical exams. While it's fine to memorize a couple of experiments, it's crucial for students to focus on understanding the underlying concepts. Trying to memorize the entire syllabus can lead to significant errors. Strive for clarity in the conceptual base of experiments, enhancing your ability to confidently perform them during the CBSE practical exam.
Perfect Your Diagrams:Diagrams, much like math, improve with practice. Don't stress about making them artistic; accuracy is key. Draw clean and correct figures, ensuring they represent all essential materials, procedures, and products. Examiners assess diagrams based on the information they convey, not artistic flair. Therefore, practice drawing neat diagrams with accurate details to excel in the CBSE practical exam.
Cover the Entire Syllabus:To succeed in CBSE Class 10 and 12 practical exams, comprehensive syllabus coverage is essential. Viva questions can be short and tricky, but a thorough syllabus understanding makes answering them easier. Ensure you're well-prepared for all aspects of the practical exam to secure better results.
Grasp the Procedure/Methodology:Understanding the experiment's procedure step-by-step is paramount for CBSE practical exams. This knowledge aids in confidently recalling and performing the experiment during the exam. Concentrate on comprehending the methodology rather than memorizing lengthy concepts.
Prioritise Writing Practice:For both theory and practical exams, candidates often overlook the importance of writing practice. Balancing memorization with writing practice is crucial for time-based exams. Devote time to writing down complete procedures, observations, and drawing diagrams within the allotted time. Regular practice ensures you can complete your answers within the time limit, preventing mark deductions.
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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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Mill Park explosion injures 15 people and leaves eight with serious burns after horror NYE celebration
- Up to 15 people injured in horror NYE explosion
- Another eight have been left with serious burns
Fifteen people have been injured and eight left with serious burns after a fire erupted in a Melbourne backyard during New Year's Eve celebrations.
Almost a dozen people are in hospital after a fire exploded in the garden of a home in Mill Park, in Melbourne's northeast, at 11.10pm on Sunday.
Eight patients were rushed to The Alfred hospital to be treated for significant burns while three others were taken to the Northern Hospital for treatment.
A further four patients were treated at the home and not taken to hospital.
Almost a dozen people are in hospital after a fire exploded in the garden of a home in Mill Park, in Melbourne's northeast, at 11.10pm on Sunday (stock image)
Detectives were seen assessing the rear of the property on Monday which was covered in police tape as the investigation continues.
Several bags of evidence were taken from the home, including bottles and containers filled with liquid, the Herald Sun reports.
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NEW DELHI: Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG), Vinai Kumar Saxena, has given his approval for the reinstatement of 29 positions of Principal/Deputy Education Officer in the Department of Education, GNCTD. These positions had remained vacant between 2019 and 2021 in Delhi-government-run schools.
Further, the LG also accepted the recommendation for the abolition of six such posts, as they were considered to be falling under the 'immediately abolishing' category for lying vacant for more than five years during the period of vacancy from 2013 to 2017.
This step was taken following the recommendation by the Finance Department and Administrative Reforms (AR) Department of the GNCTD after they conducted the necessary assessment and work study.
In the year 2019, two posts of Principal/Deputy Education Officer were vacant, and another two posts became vacant in the year 2020. According to the records, 23 such posts were vacant in 2020 and two more posts became vacant in 2021 until April.
Earlier, in April 2023, the Education Department, after the examination by the AR Department, obtained approval from the Delhi LG for the revival of 126 posts and the creation of 244 posts of Principal/Deputy Education Officers in the Directorate of Education.
However, while the aforesaid proposal was under consideration in the AR, Finance and Planning Departments, more posts fell into the 'deemed abolished' category and some posts were also noticed to be considered fresh for revival/abolition.
While submitting the proposal in this regard, the Education Department mentioned that the purpose for which these posts were created still exists and is essential for the smooth functioning of the Department.
At present, the work is managed by vice-principals and this is a temporary arrangement that has certain limitations and cannot be continued for long.
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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: 37 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.
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