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Last Friday the International Court of Justice ordered provisional measures against Israel in response to a complaint brought by South Africa under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide. While the ruling does not require Israel to desist from further military operations in Gaza, Israel is admonished to adhere closely to its obligations under the treaty, as well as to allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza. Given the open-ended nature of the Court’s ruling on provisional measures, Israel’s compliance with the Court’s order will depend critically on understanding what the prohibition on genocide means under the treaty and what to infer from the mounting casualty numbers in Gaza relative to that prohibition in the context of the current armed conflict.
For Israel to violate the Convention, it must be intentionally seeking to harm or destroy the Palestinian people as a group, a proposition for which there is no actual evidence. Any appearance that Israel is actually targeting civilians stems in significant part from the fact that Hamas is using Palestinian civilians as human shields in myriad ways. Hamas’ extensive tunnel system, for example, shows a subterranean terror network constructed directly underneath Gaza’s civilian infrastructure. Hamas built the tunnel system this way intentionally in order to use hospitals, schools, mosques, refugee camps, and other sites of civilian life as cover for its operations, as well as for protection in the hope of exploiting Israeli hesitancy to strike civilian targets and to galvanize public sentiment when Israel does strike. And it has been widely reported that Hamas discouraged or prevented Palestinians from relocating to safety on numerous occasions in the face of Israeli warnings of impending strikes.
There are in fact two sets of hostages in the current crisis: the roughly one hundred Israeli hostages that remain captive in Gaza and the Palestinian civilians tragically caught in between Israel’s attempt to defend itself and Hamas’s underground infrastructure. It is ironic and grotesque that Israel is the party that stands accused of genocide. As Israeli legal advisor Tal Becker pointed out before the Court, “if there have been acts that may be characterized as genocidal, then they have been perpetrated against Israel” in virtue of the attacks on October 7. But there is another sense in which this may be so. “Genocide by human shielding” might be the right description of Hamas’ use of civilians. Both represent acts that could “plausibly” (to use the ICJ’s language) fall under the Genocide Convention. This is not mere hyperbole. Hamas’s leadership has revealed the organization’s willingness to sacrifice multitudes of Palestinians for their cause. Hamas leader Ayman Shanaa, for example, said: “Let us examine history. Let us look at Algeria, Vietnam, and other countries that we liberated. How many did they sacrifice? Millions of martyrs. Therefore, I am saying that there is a high price to pay on the path of resistance, and we will bear this price.” Another Hamas leader admitted the tunnels were built solely to protect fighters, not for the safety of civilians. What is that but the destruction of a group in whole or in part as a means to an end?
What reasons do we have to believe that Israel is not targeting civilians? Israel provided extensive evidence to the Court of its civilian harm mitigation measures, measures akin to what the U.S. government seeks to develop and institutionalize pursuant to the Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response Action Plan (CHMR-AP) and its recently adopted Department of Defense Instruction on CHMR. The precautions Israel is using are consistent with DoD’s objectives in developing the CHMR-AP and should be considered “best practices.” Among these methods are distributing leaflets, placing phone calls, and sending text messages to warn civilians of impending operations as well as distributing civilian harm “hotzone” maps that make clear, down to individual blocks and buildings, where civilians can move in order to significantly reduce the likelihood of being caught in crossfire or bombardments. While the civilian displacement required to heed these warnings is onerous, these procedures do save lives and most notably are inconsistent with an intent to kill or harm civilians. At the same time, such efforts set back Israel’s counterattack, since they warn not just to Palestinian civilians, but also Hamas of impending operations. Nevertheless, Israel continues to issue such warnings despite the military impairments they entail.
The US-led coalition used similar techniques fighting ISIS in Iraq and Syria from 2014 to 2019. For example, the United States was able to leverage the communication capabilities of the Iraqi Government and International Relief Agencies to inform the civilian population in places like Mosul. We also conducted extensive joint planning between military forces and the humanitarian community to identify civilian movement corridors and assembly locations and de-conflicted them with ground and air operations. In other urban areas like Raqqah and smaller villages along the Euphrates Valley, we frequently slowed or stopped operations to work closely with local tribal leaders to minimize the impact of military operations on the population and infrastructure. Despite our considerable efforts, it was impossible to completely prevent civilian casualties and collateral damage. Like Hamas, ISIS readily made use of the population and civilian infrastructure to shield its operations and impact the conduct of military operations. Yet the United States was not accused of genocide before the ICJ for its operations against ISIS.
The challenge Israel faces is considerable: mitigating civilian harm in the face of extensive human shielding practices, including Hamas’s elaborate tunnel system, is a near-impossible task. And Hamas knows this. Every time Israel engages in restraint because of the presence of civilians is a win for Hamas, but every time Israel regrettably kills or harms a civilian as part of collateral damage is an even greater win for Hamas, given its objectives in the information space.
Israel does bear the legitimate burden of having to demonstrate to the world at large that its military operations obey the principle of proportionality: the tragic loss of civilian life in Gaza must be justified based on the balance of military advantage over the amount of collateral damage being sustained. This is not directly relevant to the ICJ process, however, since the Court has jurisdiction only over claims of genocide, not over assertions of lack of proportionality. But by shielding its fighters deep under civilian infrastructure, where IDF forces cannot or dare not penetrate and ordinary weaponry does not make a dent, Hamas has (intentionally) created a situation where Israel can defend itself only if it uses heavy enough explosives to destroy the tunnel infrastructure. This set up increases the amount of collateral damage relative to military advantage. In other words, a greater number of civilians would be endangered in order to eliminate the same number of Hamas fighters, thus increasing the ratio of civilian to combatant casualty — posing a profound strategic dilemma for Israel.
Since a 2001 essay by Charles Dunlap, the term “Lawfare” has been used for dilemmas such as that faced by Israel in Gaza, namely the use of law as a weapon of war to achieve military aims not directly won through battle. In this case, lawfare involves two tactics: First, the use of legal concepts to prevent Israel from lawfully protecting itself without having to resort to the use of significant force to accomplish this same aim. Second, the very filing of the ICJ complaint against Israel is also an instance of lawfare.
That South Africa was willing to lend itself to this exercise in lawfare before the ICJ is in retrospect unsurprising, given the proximity that South Africa appears to bear towards Hamas. On the very day of the October 7 attack, South Africa issued a statement that appeared to blame Israel, as the Israeli legal team noted before the ICJ. The statement also called for an immediate cessation of any hostilities, seemingly denying Israel’s right to respond in self-defense. That South Africa simply denies that Israel has a right to self-defense against Hamas was clear from its statements to the Court. As the South African Delegation said: “What Israel is doing in Gaza, it is doing in territory under its own control. Its actions are enforcing its occupation. The law on self-defence under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter has no application.”
Moreover, ten days after the October 7 attacks, the South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor called Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh, the purpose of which call is disputed, but which Haniyeh claimed was to lend support. And though the South Africa-Hamas efforts did not succeed in forcing Israel to accept a unilateral ceasefire, the ICJ decision suggests that the Court will unintentionally lend itself to the efforts of terrorist organizations to gain military mileage against states by accessing the Court through sympathetic state partners.
One final note for those who have thought South Africa spoke with moral vision on the topic of genocide. Within the same month before filing its complaint before the ICJ, South Africa was warming its relations with accused war criminals. That December, “President Cyril Ramaphosa played host to Muhammad Hamdan Dagalo, a Sudanese warlord whose Janjaweed militia and its successor are accused of genocide and war crimes in Darfur,” as The Economist noted, and South African officials were praising China for its treatment of ethnic minorities in Xinjiang, as Ken Roth and others have pointed out. Moreover, South Africa’s application to the ICJ, which highlights the responsibility of third-party states to prevent genocide, makes no mention of the clear obligation all states have to counter Hamas’s genocidal campaign. Indeed, South Africa’s application hardly mentions Hamas at all.
While the question of whether Israel is committing genocide in the war will not be settled for many years, the ICJ provisional measures signal that Hamas is at the very least winning the information war it set out to wage. Ensuring that Israel cannot defend itself without killing Palestinian civilians in large numbers, and then having a friendly state insist that that court rule Israel’s self-defensive actions illegitimate are precisely the spoils of the information war Hamas was seeking. The ICJ risks its own legitimacy by playing into the hands of a terrorist organization to disable the victim state from exercising its legal right to defend itself properly under international law.
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The Lander City Council will hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29, in the City Council Chambers at 240 Lincoln Street.
The agenda includes one item: approve and authorize the mayor to sign a work-based learning program agreement with Equus Workforce Solutions of the Wind River Job Corps Center in Riverton.
During a work session last week, city staff said they’ve been working with the Job Corps to allow WRJC students to do projects in Lander.
For example, staff said the students could clear brush from the areas surrounding Lander City Park in order to provide more safety and visibility for law enforcement and fire protection.
“I love the idea,” Councilmember Missy White said at the time, asking if the students could also be put to work at the new Popo Agie River Park.
The agreement with Equus notes that WRJC students “are considered employees of the federal government,” and that a work-based learning coordinator will be “responsible for monitoring and working closely with the students and employers to provide training, weekly evaluations, and conflict resolution.”
Staff said the city would pay for the equipment fuel required perform the local projects.
Monday’s meeting is open to the public for in-person attendance and will be streamed live on Zoom (Meeting ID: 838 2977 2340 Passcode: 126848).
Past meeting recordings are available here.
For more information call the City of Lander at 332-2870.
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The 1987 New York Giants Roster: A Glimpse into an Iconic Era of Football
The New York Giants have a long and storied history in the National Football League (NFL), but few seasons stand out quite like the 1987 campaign. Led by head coach Bill Parcells and boasting a talented roster, the Giants achieved greatness that year, ultimately winning Super Bowl XXI. In this article, we will explore the 1987 New York Giants roster, uncovering interesting facts, tricks, and answering common questions about this legendary team.
Interesting Facts:
1. Lawrence Taylor’s Dominance: The 1987 Giants roster was anchored by the incomparable Lawrence Taylor. The linebacker was a force to be reckoned with, earning the NFL’s Most Valuable Player award that season. Taylor’s incredible performance not only solidified his place as one of the greatest defensive players of all time but also contributed significantly to the team’s success.
2. Phil Simms’ Super Bowl MVP: Phil Simms, the Giants’ quarterback, had a standout year in 1987. His performance in Super Bowl XXI was particularly memorable, as he completed a record 88% of his passes, throwing for 268 yards and three touchdowns. This outstanding display earned him the Super Bowl MVP title, capping off an incredible season.
3. The “Big Blue Wrecking Crew”: The Giants’ defense, known as the “Big Blue Wrecking Crew,” was a formidable force in 1987. With stars like Carl Banks, Leonard Marshall, and Harry Carson, the defense allowed an average of just 14.8 points per game throughout the regular season, the fewest in the NFL that year.
4. Joe Morris’ Record-Breaking Season: Running back Joe Morris had a breakout year in 1987, setting a franchise record for rushing yards in a single season with 1,516. His powerful running style and ability to break tackles made him a vital asset to the Giants’ offense.
5. The Replacement Players’ Contribution: The 1987 season was marred by a player strike that resulted in the cancellation of one game and the use of replacement players for three others. While some teams struggled with these replacements, the Giants managed to win all three games played during the strike, showcasing the depth and resilience of their roster.
Tricks:
1. The Power of the Run Game: The 1987 Giants relied heavily on their running backs, Joe Morris and Ottis Anderson, to control the game. By establishing a dominant ground attack, they could control the clock, wear down opposing defenses, and set up play-action passes for Simms.
2. The Defensive Game Plan: Defensive coordinator Bill Belichick devised a brilliant game plan for the Giants’ defense. By utilizing a combination of blitzes, stunts, and coverage schemes, the defense consistently disrupted opposing offenses, leading to turnovers and sacks.
3. The 3-4 Defensive Alignment: The Giants employed a 3-4 defensive alignment, which was unusual at the time. This alignment allowed them to maximize the talents of their linebackers, particularly Lawrence Taylor, who wreaked havoc on quarterbacks throughout the season.
4. The Utilization of Tight Ends: The Giants utilized their tight ends, Mark Bavaro and Zeke Mowatt, in their passing game effectively. Simms often targeted them in crucial situations, exploiting mismatches and creating opportunities for big plays.
5. Special Teams Excellence: The Giants’ special teams unit was exceptional in 1987. Led by standout players such as kick returner Phil McConkey and punter Sean Landeta, the special teams consistently provided excellent field position for the offense and prevented opponents from gaining an advantage.
Common Questions and Answers:
1. Who was the head coach of the 1987 New York Giants?
The head coach of the 1987 Giants was Bill Parcells.
2. Who was the star player on the 1987 Giants?
Lawrence Taylor, the dominant linebacker, was the star player of the team.
3. How did the Giants perform in the regular season in 1987?
The Giants finished the regular season with a record of 6 wins and 9 losses.
4. What was the Giants’ path to Super Bowl XXI?
The Giants won three playoff games to reach Super Bowl XXI, defeating the San Francisco 49ers, the Washington Redskins, and the Denver Broncos.
5. Who was the Super Bowl MVP in 1987?
Phil Simms, the Giants’ quarterback, was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1987.
6. What made Lawrence Taylor such a dominant player?
Lawrence Taylor possessed a rare combination of speed, strength, and football IQ. His ability to disrupt plays and intimidate opponents made him a game-changer.
7. How did the Giants’ defense perform in 1987?
The Giants’ defense was dominant in 1987, allowing the fewest points per game in the NFL that season.
8. Who were the key offensive players for the Giants in 1987?
Phil Simms, Joe Morris, and Mark Bavaro were key offensive players for the Giants in 1987.
9. How did the Giants adapt during the player strike in 1987?
The Giants managed to win all three games played during the player strike by utilizing replacement players effectively.
10. What impact did Bill Belichick have on the Giants’ defense in 1987?
Bill Belichick’s defensive strategies and game plans played a significant role in the success of the Giants’ defense in 1987.
11. Did any Giants players achieve individual records in 1987?
Yes, Joe Morris set a franchise record for rushing yards in a single season with 1,516.
12. How did the Giants’ special teams contribute to their success in 1987?
The Giants’ special teams consistently provided excellent field position for the offense and prevented opponents from gaining an advantage.
13. What were the key moments in the Giants’ Super Bowl victory in 1987?
Phil Simms’ record-breaking performance, the defense’s ability to contain the Broncos’ high-powered offense, and the Giants’ overall dominance throughout the game were the key moments in their Super Bowl victory.
14. Did the 1987 Giants have any notable injuries during the season?
Yes, Phil Simms suffered a broken foot in Week 14 but returned for the playoffs.
15. What legacy did the 1987 New York Giants leave behind?
The 1987 Giants left a lasting legacy as one of the greatest teams in franchise history. Their Super Bowl victory showcased the team’s resilience, strong defense, and the brilliance of their coaching staff.
Final Thoughts:
The 1987 New York Giants roster represents a golden era in the franchise’s history. Led by the legendary Lawrence Taylor and guided by the coaching brilliance of Bill Parcells and Bill Belichick, this team showcased exceptional talent, resilience, and tactical mastery. The 1987 season will forever be remembered as the year the Giants achieved greatness, culminating in their Super Bowl XXI victory. As fans look back on this iconic era, they are reminded of the indomitable spirit of the New York Giants and the legacy they left behind.
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Energy industry procurement firm Craig International has reported more than 60% growth in turnover, while almost doubling profits for the year ending April 2023.
The accounts lodged by holding company Craig Group revealed that turnover has grown from £116m to £188m, while operating profits have risen from just over £1m to £2.7m during the period.
Almost 80% of turnover is attributable to international operations, with significant growth coming from existing and new customers in North America and the Middle East.
During the year, Craig International invested in new headquarters in Aberdeen, with the 10,000 sq ft site doubling the size of its former offices.
Company chair Douglas Craig said: “These results underline the success of our investment in expanding our business into regions where there is the strongest growth potential.
“We have been investing in and committing to on-the-ground resources to provide the most cost-efficient, sustainable and quality end-to-end procurement solutions to existing and new customers.
“Our approach, combining over 25 years procurement experience with innovative digital platforms, not only delivers efficiencies for our customers, but has also resulted in stronger margins for the group, which has enabled us to increase operating profits, despite negative exchange rate movements and increases in interest rates and costs.”
He continued: “On the back of success in North America and the Middle East, we have been exploring opportunities in the fast-growing energy markets in Australia and South East Asia.
“In the current financial year, we have invested in two new bases in Singapore and Perth, Western Australia.“
Craig added: “The North Sea, which accounts for around £40m of our revenues, has seen improved market conditions and we have retained our leading position, commanding about 70% of the market.”
With 160 staff, Craig International has a global network of pre-qualified suppliers and more than 100 procurement specialists in 10 countries.
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3rd body found near site of Half Moon Bay plane crash
HALF MOON BAY – A body was found Sunday off the coast of Half Moon Bay where a small plane crashed earlier this month, but authorities haven't said yet whether the person is connected to the downed aircraft.
There were four people on the Cozy Mark IV aircraft that went into the ocean on Jan. 14, authorities said. So far the bodies of two passengers have been recovered: Cassidy Rae Petit, 26, and Emma Pearl Willmer-Shiles, 27. The bodies of pilot Lochie Ferrier and passenger Isaac Zimmern, have not yet been located.
A body found Sunday about 10:53 a.m. in the same area has not yet been identified, San Mateo County Sheriff's Office said.
According to an obituary published online by the Cote Funeral Home in Maine, where Petit was born, Petit was scheduled to be married to Ferrier in late January.
The crash is being investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board. A preliminary report will be released by Feb. 13, according to an NTSB spokesperson.
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Infants through teens all have the opportunity for special activities at the library in February.
Lego Enthusiasts can start the month off by coming to Lego Club to build creations with the library’s Legos.
Youth of all ages are welcome to drop in on February 8th and 22nd to play chess. Chess Club is growing and we are hoping to sponsor a chess tournament in the summer.
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to CanTeen activities on Wednesdays from 3-5 pm.
Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers are invited to Enhanced Storytimes every Wednesday morning at 10:30 am. Or come dance to songs and stories at our monthly Storytime Dance party on February 16th.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Danny Werfel, commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, about this year's tax filing season and the future of the IRS.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Danny Werfel, commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, about this year's tax filing season and the future of the IRS.
Copyright 2024 NPR
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A group called the "Islamic Resistance in Iraq" has claimed responsibility for a drone attack that killed three U.S. service members in Jordan. It creates a threat to the U.S. military in the region.
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A group called the "Islamic Resistance in Iraq" has claimed responsibility for a drone attack that killed three U.S. service members in Jordan. It creates a threat to the U.S. military in the region.
Copyright 2024 NPR
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Rishi Sunak sending mixed signals on climate change, say official advisers
The Government is not doing enough to meet its climate change obligations and the Prime Minister has “sent mixed signals” to international partners, his official advisers have warned.
The Climate Change Committee said perception of the UK around the world as a leader on green issues was hit after Rishi Sunak weakened some of the country’s policies.
“The international perception of the UK’s climate ambition suffered from mixed messages following announcements on new fossil fuel developments and the Prime Minister’s speech to soften some net zero policies,” the committee said.
It came in a report from the group into the progress made at the Cop28 summit in the United Arab Emirates in December.
As the world faced the hottest year on record and carbon dioxide emissions reached their highest level, negotiators made some progress at the meeting, the committee said, but the UK’s role at the forefront of global efforts to fight climate change was damaged.
“The Prime Minister’s net zero speech in September 2023, and decisions to approve a new coal mine and license new oil and gas production, have contributed to a perception of slowing UK climate ambition by members of the international community,” it said.
Mr Sunak has sent mixed messages on climate, the committee warned (Stefan Rousseau/PA)
“This is despite subsequent positive policy announcements.”
The positive announcements include a rule which effectively forces car and van manufacturers to ensure a Government-mandated proportion of their vehicles are electric.
There was also extra help for households to switch away from gas boilers and towards heat pumps, which run off electricity.
But the committee called for much more action to ensure the UK meets interim goals along the way to become net zero by 2050.
It said renewables had to be rapidly deployed, adding that the rollout of solar panels and onshore wind turbines is “progressing too slowly” because there are barriers in the planning regime and it takes too long to link to the electricity grid.
The Government and National Grid have recently started taking steps to speed up grid connections.
The committee also said the Government should limit more oil and gas from being produced from UK waters.
“Were all countries with fossil fuel reserves to increase future fossil fuel production, there would be an oversupply that would pose a risk to the aims of the Paris Agreement,” it said.
The committee said the rate of emissions reductions must quadruple from 1.2% to 4.7% a year, excluding electricity supply, and that tree planting and peatland restoration “have been too slow and urgently require scaling up to meet UK emissions reduction targets”.
Professor Piers Forster, interim chairman of the Climate Change Committee, said: “The UK played an important role in this hard-fought Cop28 outcome.
“We may be further into the decarbonisation journey than many nations, but the obligation on every country is now to push even harder.
“This also frames the economic challenge for the UK. We must rapidly replace fossil fuels with low-carbon alternatives to get back on track to meet our 2030 goal.
“The UK could set a powerful example of tackling climate change and reducing our insecurity to climate impacts.
“The new global adaptation framework goes further than our own so I urge the Government to lean into its global role with an even stronger demonstration of domestic ambition.”
The Government said: “The UK is leading international action, delivering an agreement to transition away from fossil fuels and as one of the largest contributors to the loss and damage fund.
“We are the first major economy to halve our emissions, have some of the world’s most ambitious legally binding targets, and have over delivered on every carbon budget to date, while our significant investment in the UK’s world-leading clean energy sector – with 40% of our electricity now renewable compared to just 7% in 2010 – is bolstering our energy security.”
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A curated weekday guide to major news and developments over the weekend. Here’s today’s news
IRAN-BACKED MILITANTS
President Biden vowed yesterday to respond after three U.S. troops were killed and 34 injured in a drone attack in Jordan carried out by “radical Iran-backed militant groups” on a U.S. patrol base. The Pentagon called the strike a “One-Way ‘Suicide’ Drone Attack on a Patrol Base” near the Syrian and Iraqi border in northeastern Jordan. Nick Robertson reports for The Hill.
An Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson dismissed the U.S. accusation about Tehran’s involvement in yesterday’s drone attack on the U.S. base in Jordan as “baseless.” Nasser Kanani insisted Iran was “not involved in the decision making of Resistance groups” in how they “defend Palestinians or their own countries.” BBC News reports.
ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR
Israeli military and intelligence officials have concluded that a large number of weapons used by Hamas in the Oct. 7 attacks and in the war came from the Israeli military itself. While analysts have long pointed to underground smuggling routes, recent intelligence shows that Hamas has been able to build rockets and anti-tank weaponry out of the thousands of munitions launched into Gaza by Israel that failed to detonate, according to weapons experts and Israeli and Western intelligence officials. Maria Abi-Habib and Sheera Frenkel report for the New York Times.
Several right-wing Israeli ministers attended a conference yesterday calling for Israelis’ “resettlement” of Gaza, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich delivering keynote speeches. The conference, dubbed “Settlement Brings Security,” was led in part by the Nachala organization, a group endorsing the expansion of Jewish settlements. The event called for Israel to rebuild settlements in both Gaza and northern parts of the occupied West Bank. Chantal Da Silva reports for NBC News.
Israel said “significant gaps” remain after ceasefire talks yesterday with the United States, Qatar, and Egypt but called the talks constructive and said they will continue over the next week, a tentative sign of progress on a potential agreement that would see Israel pause military operations against Hamas for an extended period of time in exchange for releasing the remaining hostages. Najib Jobain, Wafaa Shurafa and Melanie Lidman report for AP News.
Israel ramped up efforts yesterday to prevent Israeli protesters from blocking the flow of aid into Gaza, two days after the International Court of Justice said it must allow more supplies to enter the enclave. The military declared the area around the border crossing into Gaza a closed military zone. The order is intended to bar access to all unauthorized people and will remain in force through next Saturday. Isabel Kershner reports for the New York Times.
ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR — REGIONAL RESPONSE
Senior national security officials from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, and the Palestinian Authority secretly met in Riyadh 10 days ago to coordinate plans for the day after the war in Gaza ends and to discuss how a revitalized Palestinian Authority could govern the region, according to three sources with knowledge of the meeting. The Saudi, Egyptian and Jordanian security chiefs told Majed Faraj, director of the Palestinian general intelligence service, the Palestinian Authority needs to conduct serious reforms that will enable it to revitalize its political leadership, the sources said. Two sources said U.S. and Israeli officials were briefed on the discussions by some of the participants. Barak Ravid reports for Axios.
ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR — INTERNATIONAL RESPONSE
Several countries have suspended funding for the U.N. Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) after the agency announced it fired several staff over allegations they were involved in the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. The donor countries suspending aid include Australia, Canada, Finland, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Established in 1949, UNRWA is the largest UN agency operating in Gaza and employs around 13,000 people inside the enclave. Sarah Fowler and Lipika Pelham report for BBC News.
UNRWA said it could be forced to suspend its operations if donor states do not reinstate funding they recently paused over allegations that some of the agency’s staff participated in the Oct. 7 attacks. “I urge countries who have suspended their funding to reconsider their decisions before UNRWA is forced to suspend its humanitarian response,” the agency’s Commissioner General, Philippe Lazzarini, said in a statement. “The lives of people in Gaza depend on this support and so does regional stability.” Omar Abdel-Baqui and David Luhnow report for the Wall Street Journal.
Uganda has distanced itself from an opinion written by a Ugandan judge serving at the International Court of Justice who dissented from the panel’s ruling on South Africa’s genocide case against Israel. “The position taken by Judge Sebutinde is her own individual and independent opinion, and does not in any way reflect the position of the government of the republic of Uganda,” the government said. Judge Sebutinde was the only judge out of the 17-member panel to vote against all six measures adopted by the court ordering Israel to prevent acts of genocide and ensure humanitarian relief as it battles Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip. Reuters reports.
ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR — U.S. RESPONSE
The Biden administration is discussing leveraging arms sales to Israel to convince the Israeli government to scale back its military campaign in Gaza, according to three current U.S. officials and one former U.S. official. At the direction of the White House, the Pentagon has been reviewing what weaponry Israel has requested that could be used as leverage, the sources said, adding that Israeli officials continue to ask for more weapons including aerial bombs, ammunition, and air defenses. Carol E. Lee and Courtney Kube report for NBC News.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is facing criticism after suggesting some pro-Palestinain protesters are “connected to Russia.” Pelosi said yesterday on CNN’s “State of the Union” that “for them to call for a ceasefire is Mr. Putin’s message.” Aileen Graef reports for CNN.
IRAN-PAKISTAN TENSIONS
Iran’s foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian landed in Pakistan today for “in-depth talks” on de-escalating tensions following the deadly airstrikes by Tehran and Islamabad earlier this month that killed at least 11 people. Both ministers are expected to hold a joint news conference later today. Munir Ahmed reports for AP News.
MILITARY CONFLICT WITH HOUTHIS
Yemen’s Houthis claimed they launched a missile at a U.S. warship in the Gulf of Aden yesterday evening. The operation was part of “military measures in defense of Yemen, reaffirmation of the decision to support the oppressed Palestinian people,” military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said. Meanwhile, a U.S. Defense official rejected the Houthi claims and said there had not been any reported attacks on Washington’s vessels. BBC News reports.
GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTS
Iran executed today four men convicted of planning sabotage and having alleged links with Israel’s Mossad secret service, according to the official IRNA news agency media. The State-run outlet reported the men were convicted of conspiring to target a factory in 2022 owned by Iran’s defense ministry, with the operation allegedly engineered by Mossad. AP News reports.
The self-styled Islamic State militant group has claimed responsibility for a shooting at a Catholic Church in Istanbul yesterday during Sunday mass that killed one person. Turkey’s interior minister later said on X that the two murder suspects had been captured, without providing details on the motive of the attack. Orla Guerin and Lipika Pelham report for BBC News.
U.S. and Chinese officials will meet in Beijing tomorrow to convene a working group designed to crack down on the trafficking of fentanyl and other synthetic drugs targeting U.S. users. A senior White House administration official said yesterday that this is a “platform for ongoing coordination to support concrete enforcement actions with the goal of countering the evolving threat of synthetic drugs.” Cate Cadell reports for the Washington Post.
The Philippines denied that China had a “special temporary arrangement” with Manila to allow for delivery supplies to Philippine troops in the South China reef, calling the claims a “figment of imagination.” Reuters reports.
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have announced they are leaving the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The junta-led countries had already been suspended from the bloc, which has been urging them to return to civilian rule. Vicky Wong reports for BBC News.
The U.N. Security Council is due to meet to discuss tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia over a controversial port deal with the self-declared Republic of Somaliland. BBC News reports.
The E.U. will deliberately harm Hungary’s economy if it blocks fresh aid to Ukraine at this week’s summit under a confidential plan drawn up by Brussels, according to the Financial Times. The strategy will explicitly target Hungary’s economic weaknesses, imperil its currency, and shake investor confidence if it refuses to lift its veto on aid to Kyiv. Reuters reports.
Former Prime Minister Alexander Stubb won the first round of Finland’s presidential election yesterday and will face ex-foreign minister Pekka Haavisto in a runoff next month. The vote focused on the country’s role as a NATO country and Russia’s assault on Ukraine. The president of Finland holds executive power in formulating foreign and security policy, unlike most other european countries. Jari Tanner reports for AP News.
RUSSIA-UKRAINE DEVELOPMENTS
Ukraine’s security service said it uncovered corruption in an arms purchase by the military worth around $40 million. The security agency said five seniors in the defense ministry and an arms supplier were under investigation, adding that the defense officials signed a contract for 100,000 mortar shells in August 2022, but no arms were ever provided despite payment being made in advance. George Wright reports for BBC News.
Ukrainian officials have warned that Russia is conducting offensive operations along the frontline, with Ukraine’s military trying to hold its position as ammunition runs low and U.S. funding remains stalled in the U.S. Congress. “The enemy is amassing forces … they assault every day,” Sergeant Oles Maliarevych of the 92nd Separate Brigade said. Andrew Carey, Maria Kostenko, and Christian Edwards report for CNN.
DOMESTIC DEVELOPMENTS
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to return to the Pentagon today after nearly a month away and will host NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, according to a defense official. Austin was admitted to the hospital on Jan. 1 due to complications from surgery to treat prostate cancer. “Beyond planned physical therapy and regular post-prostatectomy follow up appointments, he has no planned further treatment for his cancer,” Austin’s medical team said. Oren Liebermann reports for CNN.
House Republicans released articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas yesterday, blaming him for the increase in illegal border crossing and fentanyl trafficking. The House Homeland Security committee will consider the impeachment articles tomorrow, with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) vowing a floor vote “as soon as possible” after that. Democrats and legal experts have criticized the move, saying Republicans have failed to show that Mayorkas has committed any high crimes and misdemeanors, the constitutional standard for impeachment. Stef W. Knight reports for Axios.
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Title: The 1990 Kansas City Chiefs Roster: A Glimpse into the Past Glory
Introduction:
The 1990 Kansas City Chiefs roster is a valuable piece of NFL history, providing a fascinating look back at a team that left an indelible mark on the sport. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of the Chiefs’ roster from that season, highlighting five interesting facts and tricks that defined their success. Furthermore, we will address 15 common questions about the team and conclude with some final thoughts on their impact.
Five Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Marty Schottenheimer’s Leadership:
Head coach Marty Schottenheimer played a pivotal role in the Chiefs’ success during the 1990 season. Known for his no-nonsense approach, Schottenheimer instilled a disciplined culture within the team, setting high standards for performance. His leadership style motivated players to give their all on the field, resulting in a cohesive and determined team.
2. The Dynamic Offense:
The Chiefs boasted an impressive offense during the 1990 season, anchored by quarterback Steve DeBerg. DeBerg was a seasoned veteran who possessed exceptional accuracy and decision-making abilities. He led the team to a remarkable 11-5 record, throwing for over 3,400 yards and 23 touchdowns. DeBerg’s ability to read defenses and make quick decisions was a major factor in the team’s offensive success.
3. Derrick Thomas’ Dominance:
Linebacker Derrick Thomas was undoubtedly the defensive star of the 1990 Chiefs. With his incredible speed and agility, Thomas wreaked havoc on opposing offenses, recording an astonishing 20 sacks during the season. His ability to disrupt plays and pressure quarterbacks made him a force to be reckoned with and earned him the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award.
4. Christian Okoye’s Power Running:
Running back Christian Okoye, nicknamed the “Nigerian Nightmare,” was an integral part of the Chiefs’ offense in 1990. Standing at 6’1″ and weighing over 250 pounds, Okoye was a formidable presence on the field. His powerful running style, combined with impressive speed, allowed him to bulldoze through defenders, making him a nightmare to tackle. Okoye rushed for over 1,000 yards and scored 12 touchdowns that season.
5. Successful Postseason Run:
The Chiefs’ strong regular-season performance earned them a spot in the playoffs as a wild card team. They defeated the Miami Dolphins in the Wild Card round before a memorable matchup against the Los Angeles Raiders in the divisional round. In a nail-biting game, the Chiefs won 27-24 in overtime, thanks to a field goal by kicker Nick Lowery. However, their playoff run ended in the AFC Championship game with a loss to the Buffalo Bills.
15 Common Questions about the 1990 Kansas City Chiefs Roster:
1. Who was the head coach of the 1990 Kansas City Chiefs?
Marty Schottenheimer was the head coach of the Chiefs during the 1990 season.
2. Who was the starting quarterback?
Steve DeBerg was the starting quarterback for the Chiefs in 1990.
3. Which player won the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award?
Linebacker Derrick Thomas was awarded the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1990.
4. Who was the standout running back for the Chiefs?
Christian Okoye, known as the “Nigerian Nightmare,” was the standout running back for the Chiefs in 1990.
5. How many sacks did Derrick Thomas record in the 1990 season?
Derrick Thomas recorded an impressive 20 sacks in the 1990 season.
6. What was the Chiefs’ regular-season record in 1990?
The Chiefs finished the regular season with an 11-5 record.
7. Who did the Chiefs face in the playoffs?
The Chiefs faced the Miami Dolphins in the Wild Card round and the Los Angeles Raiders in the divisional round of the playoffs.
8. Did the Chiefs win their playoff games in 1990?
Yes, the Chiefs won both their playoff games against the Dolphins and the Raiders.
9. Who scored the game-winning field goal in the Chiefs’ playoff victory over the Raiders?
Kicker Nick Lowery made the game-winning field goal in the Chiefs’ playoff victory over the Raiders.
10. Which team ended the Chiefs’ playoff run in 1990?
The Buffalo Bills ended the Chiefs’ playoff run in the AFC Championship game.
11. Did any players from the 1990 Chiefs roster make the Pro Bowl?
Yes, several players from the 1990 Chiefs roster made the Pro Bowl, including Steve DeBerg, Derrick Thomas, and Christian Okoye.
12. How many passing yards did Steve DeBerg accumulate in the 1990 season?
Steve DeBerg threw for over 3,400 yards in the 1990 season.
13. What was the Chiefs’ offensive ranking in the 1990 season?
The Chiefs’ offense ranked 11th in the league in the 1990 season.
14. Who led the Chiefs in receiving yards in 1990?
Wide receiver Stephone Paige led the Chiefs in receiving yards in 1990, with over 1,000 yards.
15. Did any players from the 1990 Chiefs roster make the Hall of Fame?
Yes, both Derrick Thomas and Christian Okoye were inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Final Thoughts:
The 1990 Kansas City Chiefs roster serves as a reminder of the team’s past glory and the remarkable individuals who contributed to their success. Led by Marty Schottenheimer’s disciplined coaching, the Chiefs showcased an explosive offense and a dominant defense. With players like Steve DeBerg, Derrick Thomas, and Christian Okoye, the team left an indelible mark on NFL history. Though their playoff run ended in defeat, their achievements and the memories they created will forever be cherished by Chiefs fans.
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Konosuke Takeshita
D.O.B.: May 29, 1995
Billed height: 6-foot-2
Billed weight: 231 pounds
Billed from: Osaka, Japan
Signature moves: Wall Of Takeshita and Blue Thunder
Nickname: "The Future"
AEW accolades
AEW debut: April 12, 2021
Other notes
D.O.B.: May 29, 1995
Billed height: 6-foot-2
Billed weight: 231 pounds
Billed from: Osaka, Japan
Signature moves: Wall Of Takeshita and Blue Thunder
Nickname: "The Future"
AEW accolades
AEW debut: April 12, 2021
Other notes
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DCU Casts House Of The Dragon's Milly Alcock As Supergirl
After weeks of speculation, it looks like the next fragment of James Gunn's DC Universe has fallen into place: the latest Supergirl has been crowned. The role of Kara Zor-El, Superman's cousin, will be portrayed by Milly Alcock per TheWrap and Deadline. The Australian performer is best known for her work in HBO's "House of the Dragon," where she portrayed the younger Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen.
The battle for the role was certainly a pitched one, with Milly Alcock and Meg Donnelly reportedly being in the final running for the part. The character is slated to make her debut in Gunn's upcoming Superman film, "Superman: Legacy," to be released in 2025. A version of the character was previously played by Sasha Calle in 2023's "The Flash," though the decision was made to recast the role for the revamped DCU.
Eventually, Kara will headline the film "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow," based on the DC Comic of the same name. The Ana Nogueira-penned film does not have a release date or a director attached yet. While we wait to find out what the future has in store for the character, here's some background on Supergirl's DC Comics history.
Supergirl has a long history in DC Comics
While Kara Zor-El did exist in the DC Extended Universe, Milly Alcock will obviously have a brand-new start in James Gunn's DC Universe. Supergirl's headlining film will be based on "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow," a Tom King-penned comic book series featuring Kara trying to regain her mojo. Stuck on Earth — having been sent to protect Superman, only to discover that he's grown to manhood without any need of assistance from home — she has no idea what her purpose is and what it is to be a superheroine who isn't seen as some reflection of Clark Kent's greatness.
Of course, Supergirl has had a long and storied history in the pages of DC Comics going all the way back to 1959. While she may be most easily identified as Superman's Krypton cousin, she has also had plenty of adventures of her own. During her run in the comics she joined the Justice League, nearly died of kryptonite poisoning, and defeated Cyborg Superman. There will be no shortage of material to draw from for the DCU's own version of the character.
Audience members will have to wait a while to see how Alcock fares and how well the character translates to the big screen. We'll get a first-hand look when "Superman: Legacy" hits theaters in 2025.
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The Biden administration said it will respond after three U.S. service members were killed in a drone attack in Jordan. But any kind of military action in the volatile region carries its own risks.
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The Biden administration said it will respond after three U.S. service members were killed in a drone attack in Jordan. But any kind of military action in the volatile region carries its own risks.
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Here are America's most and least expensive neighborhoods per square foot
House hunters frequently consider price per square foot when they're shopping for real estate because the figure can provide value comparisons with other properties in the same area.
But looking at a neighborhood's average selling price on a square-foot basis can also shed some insight into where America's priciest and cheapest real estate is located.
A new report from home warranty company American Home Shield finds that the nation's most expensive neighborhoods are located in California, Florida and New York, while the cheapest zip codes can be found in the Rust Belt and the South. While those cheaper locations might provide more affordable properties, they could come with some downsides, such as a lack of job opportunities or housing choices.
Still, buyers can save a lot of money by opting for a neighborhood with a lower per-square-foot sales price. The difference between the most expensive neighborhood and the least costly place to buy a home is $5,386 per square foot, AHS' findings show.
The most expensive American neighborhood: San Francisco's South of Market, a zip code that's home to tech giants such as Airbnb and Uber. South of Market's median household income is about $104,440, higher than the median U.S. household income of about $75,000.
Buying a property in South of Market will cost about $5,415 per square foot — or about $5.4 million for a 1,000-square-foot apartment. In the cheapest location, Homewood, Pennsylvania, that same-sized home would cost about $29,000.
On a national basis, the median price per square foot is about $222, according to Rocket Mortgage. That equates to a purchase price of $222,000 for a 1,000 square-foot apartment.
Here's the most and least expensive places to buy a home in the U.S.
Least Expensive:
- Homewood, North Allegheny County, Pennsylvania - $29 per square foot
- West Jackson, Hinds County, Missouri - $32 per square foot
- Downtown Gary, Lake County, Indiana - $32 per square foot
- Metawanee Hills, Genesee County, Michigan - $32 per square foot
- Uptown Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee - $33 per square foot
- Wells/Goodfellow, St. Louis City, Missouri - $33 per square foot
- Onyx, Lucas County, Ohio - $34 per square foot
- Queensborough, Caddo Parish, Louisiana - $35 per square foot
- Industry, Delaware County, Indiana - $35 per square foot
- Roosevelt, Lucas County, Ohio - $35 per square foot
Most Expensive:
- South of Market, San Francisco, California - $5,415 per square foot
- Northwest Auburn, Placer County, California - $4,416 per square foot
- Old Town Carpinteria, Santa Barbara County, California - $4,129 per square foot
- Downtown Bellevue, King County, Washington - $3,619 per square foot
- Port Royal, Collier County, Florida - $3,375 per square foot
- Aqualane Shares, Collier County, Florida - $3,132 per square foot
- Stinson Beach, Marin County, California - $2,988 per square foot
- Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands, Miami/Dade County, Florida - $2,861 per square foot
- Crystal Cove, Orange County, California - $2,771 per square foot
- Casa del Largo, Palm Beach County, Florida - $2,754 per square foot
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The Cubs appeared to be headed toward another deadline selloff until they won eight in a row in late July. That, along with Dansby Swanson’s reported plea to Jed Hoyer to not sell off every year, prompted the Cubs to make a couple of small “buy” deals at the deadline.
March 27: Acquired Carlos Guzman from the Tigers for Zach McKinstry
McKinstry was squeezed out of a spot on the Cubs roster because of some other acquistions, including Miles Mastrobuoni. Deemed expendable, he was shipped to Detroit for Guzman, who had originally signed as an infielder.
Guzman turns 26 in May and didn’t have a great year at Double-A Tennessee, where he’ll probably start 2024.
McKinstry batted .231/.302/.351 in 148 games for the Tigers, basically a full-time player playing all over the field, every position except first base and catcher, posting 1.1 bWAR.
For now, this deal is a winner for Detroit.
July 31: Acquired Jeimer Candelario from the Nationals for DJ Herz and Kevin Made
Reacquiring Candelario, who had been traded to Detroit in 2017, looked great for a while. He had four hits in each of his first two games with the Cubs and over his first nine games back in blue pinstripes he batted .485/.541/.727 (16-for-33) with five doubles and a home run.
Of course, no one can sustain that forever and his hitting fell off, then he got hurt and missed 13 games in September. I’m not saying it was all due to missing Candy, but the Cubs went 5-8 in those 13 games after going 8-5 in the 13 just before that. Could a healthy Candelario have helped push the Cubs another win or two in that stretch and got them to the postseason? We’ll never know.
Herz is 22 and Made is 20. Neither has played above Double-A, so it might be a couple years before we know if the Nats got anything useful from this deal. Both still have a chance to be good MLB players.
July 31: Acquired Jose Cuas from the Royals for Nelson Velázquez
Similar to Candelario, Velázquez went crazy in his first few games with his new team. In his first six games with the Royals, he hit .348/.348/.870 (8-for-23) with four home runs. He cooled off a bit after that, but still wound up with an .878 OPS and 14 home runs in 40 games in Kansas City.
He never seemed to get a real chance with the Cubs, so I’m glad he got one.
Cuas somehow managed to post an ERA of 0.90 in his first 10 games with the Cubs, but in those 10 games (10 innings) he issued 11 walks and seemed to always be pitching himself out of trouble he got himself into.
After that he cut down on the walks (just three in his last 13⅔ innings of 2023) but his ERA jumped to 4.61 over that span.
What to expect from him in 2024? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
It would be nice if Cuas could be a useful part of the 2024 bullpen. If not, this deal is lopsided in favor of the Royals.
August 1: Acquired Josh Roberson from the Rays for Manuel Rodriguez and Adrian Sampson
I’m including this deal even though all three players were in the minor leagues at the time.
The Cubs got the Rays to take what was left on Sampson’s contract — and that appeared to matter for luxury tax calculations — in order for Tampa Bay to get Rodriguez. The Rays released Sampson two days later, and Roberson pitched five games for the Iowa Cubs with a 20.25 ERA (injured, maybe?) and was released September 6.
So that leaves ManRod as the only possible player who might contribute any value in this deal. He posted a 3.06 ERA and 1.302 WHIP in 15 games at Triple-A Durham in the Rays system. He’s on the Rays’ 40-man roster and I’d think they will give him every chance to make their Opening Day roster.
This one could be a big win for the Rays.
The Cubs didn’t get much from these deals so I’m going to give them a D grade.
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(Lander, WY) – Dozens of spectators and dog sled race fans were in attendance yesterday, January 28, for the second stop of the 2024 Pedigree Stage Stop Dog Sled Race, which took place at the Louis Lake trailhead in the South Pass area of the Wind River Mountain range in Lander.
Following the laid back atmosphere of the race meet and greet the day prior, mushers and dogs alike had their game faces on as each team took to the trail, all while families enjoyed warm treats and some solid playtime in the snow before the race.
First time Stage Stop racer Remy Coste from France was the big winner at the race opener in Teton County the day before on January 27, which meant he was the last to take off on Sunday.
Coste wowed attendees with his extremely quiet and well-behaved dogs as his teams race countdown took place, and even more so when he let out the loud vocal command for the dogs to take off while he kicked off the ground for more power.
Five time defending champion Anny Malo took off moments before Coste thanks to her second place finish at the first stage, and ultimately went on to have the best time for the Lander stage, shaving off four and a half minutes from the Coste’s 00:06:44 lead.
Following Coste’s second place finish for the day, were Cathy Rivest from Quebec, Canada in third, Laura Bontrager from Newberry, Michigan in fourth, and Michael Tetzner from Burg, Germany in fifth.
For the complete breakdown of the Lander stage times and team info, click here, and you can hear more from a few of the mushers in the meet and greet article linked above.
The race headed to Pinedale today for the third stage at the Upper Green River trailhead, and will then move on to Big Piney/Marbleton.
Check out some photos and the video below of all the Pedigree Stage Stop fun!
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An Israeli radio station is airing messages and songs to hostages in Gaza, while a Palestinian station broadcasts families' voice messages to relatives held in Israeli prisons.
Copyright 2024 NPR
An Israeli radio station is airing messages and songs to hostages in Gaza, while a Palestinian station broadcasts families' voice messages to relatives held in Israeli prisons.
Copyright 2024 NPR
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Recent winter storms failed to produce the snow that farmers, cities and skiers rely on in much of the west. It's stirring climate change fears in snow-dependent economies.
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Recent winter storms failed to produce the snow that farmers, cities and skiers rely on in much of the west. It's stirring climate change fears in snow-dependent economies.
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GlobalData’s 2021–23 UK SME Insurance Surveys indicate that less than half of UK SMEs, of all sizes, believe that the cyber risk facing their business has increased since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. In its Risk Barometer 2024 report, Allianz identifies cyber incidents as the most important business risk in 2024. Conveying cyber risk to clients continues to gain importance as geopolitical tensions and cybercriminal sophistication grow.
As per our 2021–23 UK SME Insurance Surveys, the cyber risk perceived to be facing a business is affected by the size of the company. Larger SMEs are considerably more aware of the growing cyber risk they face than sole traders. For sole traders, the perceived risk has grown steadily since 2021, with a 7.4 percentage-point increase in the share of sole traders saying that their cyber risks have increased since the pandemic. For microenterprises and small businesses, the figure is relatively unchanged year on year. Just over a quarter of microenterprises and just over a third of small companies believe the cyber risk they face has increased since the start of the pandemic. Medium companies are most likely to perceive that their cyber risk has increased, with a large increase in 2022 possibly linked to cyberattacks associated with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Still, less than 50% of medium-sized companies believe their cyber risk has increased since 2019, suggesting that more can be done to inform businesses more fully of cyber risks in the current age.
Allianz’s Risk Barometer 2024 finds that 36% of companies rank cyber risk as their top concern in 2024. The top concerns surrounding cyber risk are data breaches, cyber incidents involving critical infrastructure, and ransomware attacks. The emergence of generative AI is a key challenge for cybersecurity providers and insurers, enabling bad actors to produce more compelling threats as well as generate new strains of viruses at greater speeds. The emergence of highly believable deepfakes is also becoming a key challenge in the space.
Cyber risk is certainly one of the most pressing for businesses and insurers in 2024. GlobalData’s 2024 UK SME Insurance Survey reports that 54.4% of UK SMEs are concerned, to some extent, about cyber risk. Brokers and insurers must work to increase this figure as the trend of growing sophistication, speed, and adaptability of cybercriminals (state-sponsored or otherwise) looks set to continue, empowered by technological progress.
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Baylor is finally retiring Brittney Griner’s jersey.
The Bears will retire Griner’s No. 42 jersey into the rafters at Foster Pavilion in Waco when they host Texas Tech on Feb. 18, the school announced on Monday. The Phoenix Mercury star led Baylor to a pair of Final Four appearances and an undefeated national championship run before she was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA Draft in 2013.
"I'm honored to return home to Baylor and celebrate where so much of my journey started," Griner said in a statement, via ESPN. "I'm grateful to Coach Nicki [Collen] and the entire Baylor community and am looking forward to the opportunity to be back on campus, spend time with the team and have my family beside me to share in this incredible moment. Sic 'em Bears."
Griner is undoubtedly one of the best athletes to ever go through Baylor. She racked up 3,283 points, which is now the fourth-most all-time in Division-I women’s basketball, and 1,305 rebounds there. She’s also the NCAA career leader with 748 blocked shots. The Bears reached the Final Four twice under her watch, and they went a perfect 40-0 while winning the national championship when she was a junior.
Griner, however, has had a strained relationship with the university since her departure — largely due to former head coach Kim Mulkey, who is now at LSU. Griner and Mulkey have had a tumultuous relationship, and they had a falling out near the end of her collegiate career. Griner came out publicly as gay before the 2013 WNBA Draft, and said later that she was encouraged to keep quiet about her sexuality at Baylor, which is a private Baptist university. Mulkey had long said that Griner couldn't have her jersey retired until she graduated from Baylor, which she did in 2019.
Their relationship was brought back into the spotlight when Griner was detained in Russia for nearly a year in 2022. Mulkey was asked about Griner directly while she was in custody, and awkwardly cut off a reporter mid-question to say she wouldn't talk about it. She later issued a very brief statement about Griner's release.
Mulkey, who spent 21 seasons at Baylor, is now in her third season at LSU.
Since Mulkey is now gone, and Baylor is being led by head coach Nicki Collen, Griner’s jersey is finally being retired in Waco. She will be the seventh women’s player to have her jersey retired in program history.
"I have been saying this since I arrived at Baylor that she deserves to have her jersey retired and I wanted to make sure that happened when the timing was right," Collen said in a statement, via ESPN. "With the opening of Foster Pavilion, and the WNBA offseason fitting into our season, this seemed like the right time to honor Brittney and welcome her back home.
"She is one of the best basketball players in Baylor's history, and we're thrilled that the time has come to celebrate Brittney and all of her accomplishments."
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2023 was a bleak year, says charity supporting women into employment
Women found it harder to get work last year and felt pressure to accept any job amid the cost-of-living crisis, according to a report from a charity helping people into employment.
More than two thirds (68%) of women spoken to by Smart Works, which dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at job interviews, said that in 2023 they had applied for lower paid and lower skilled work than they are qualified for.
This is up from 62% in the organisation’s report the previous year.
The Duchess of Sussex during a visit to Smart Works in London in 2019 (Clodagh Kilcoyne/PA)
The charity said its unemployment index showed an analysis of 3,784 conversations with those women it supported in 2023.
Smart Works, which has the Duchess of Sussex as a patron, said those it worked with reported feeling a pressure to accept any job amid the current cost-of-living crisis.
In the report, its chief executive Kate Stephens said: “To put it simply, 2023 was a bleak year.
“Our clients, all of different ages, ethnic backgrounds and communities, told us that they found it harder to secure work, despite applying for more jobs and attending more interviews.
“We have also heard about the pressure of the cost-of-living crisis and the desperation it is creating.
“More women are applying for lower skilled and lower paid jobs that they are overqualified for, because they simply have to secure something to make ends meet.”
The report found that clients spent less time unemployed before their appointment with the charity than in the 2022 pilot study – with 40% unemployed for more than a year, compared with 45% in 2022.
But Smart Works said clients reported that the pressure to accept any job ultimately meant people did not end up having the stability they had hoped for and sometimes found themselves quickly out of work again.
Just under two thirds (65%) of clients spoken to for the report went on to secure a job within a month of their appointment with the charity.
This figure rose to 68% among white women and fell to 63% for women from ethnic minority backgrounds.
Among people aged 50 and above, 60% got a job within a month of their appointment with the charity, while for those under 50 this rose to 67%.
The charity set out recommendations to employers which it said could help make the job market more accessible to women.
These included clear job descriptions with salary, location and options for flexibility listed upfront, an offer to reimburse costs associated with applications, and provision of useful and objective feedback to unsuccessful job applicants.
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Republican politicians have embraced immigration as a potent political issue. In addition to making conventional arguments that the Biden administration’s border policies are bad and should move voters in the upcoming election to reject both President Joe Biden and Democrats generally, certain Republican state officials and members of Congress have taken to characterizing the increased flow of undocumented migrants as an “invasion” and to claiming that administration policies violate Article IV of the U.S. Constitution which provides that, “The United States shall … protect each [state] against invasion.”
Texas Governor Greg Abbot has used this “invasion” claim to justify open defiance of federal supremacy over control of the national border. And some Republicans pushing impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas have alleged that he violated the Constitution by failing to protect the states against the supposed immigrant “invasion” (although the most recent iteration of proposed articles of impeachment against Mayorkas does not rely on the constitutional “invasion” claim, instead claiming that Mayorkas “refused to comply” with federal immigration law, among other arguments).
The causes of and solutions for the current migration surge are fairly debatable. However, the claim that a large increase in the number of would-be migrants gaining entry at the southern border constitutes an “invasion” under Article IV is constitutional nonsense. It cannot be sustained by any reasonable reading of the text of the Constitution, the original understanding of the Constitution, or subsequent interpretations of the Constitution by courts or constitutional scholars.
“Invasion,” Insurrection, and Other Violent Threats at the Time of the U.S. Founding
Both the 1777 Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution, composed ten years later, were not only frameworks of civil government but also, and critically, set out the terms of a military alliance between previously sovereign states confronted by external (and occasionally internal) military threats.
In 1777, the colonies which had the previous year declared themselves “Free and Independent States,” were perilously engaged in a shooting war against their former colonial overlord, Great Britain. Although by the time of the Philadelphia Constitutional Convention of 1787 independence had technically been won, the new United States were surrounded by territory occupied or claimed by acquisitive European imperial powers – British Canada on the north and Spain’s vast possessions to the south and west, with the French threatening reassertion of their prior claims to Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley. Moreover, U.S. coastwise and trans-Atlantic sea trade was vulnerable to vastly larger European navies. In addition, the newly independent states and their outlying western settlements warred intermittently with Native American tribes justifiably hostile to increasing European encroachment into their tribal territories.
The founding generation was also worried about two other kinds of military threat – armed insurrection against state governments from within or, strange though it may seem to us now, invasions of one state by another state or confederation of states. Accordingly, they wanted to ensure that the military resources of the entire union could be employed to suppress local insurrection or interstate aggression.
At the Constitutional Convention, multiple Framers repeatedly expressed the view that the Articles of Confederation required replacement because they provided the national government insufficient powers to defend the nation or individual states militarily against “foreign invasion” or domestic insurrections.
For example, at the outset of the Convention, Virginia Governor Edmund Randolph criticized the so-called New Jersey Plan for a new constitution by maintaining that its strong legislature and weak executive would yield military weakness. He said:
Originally, our Confederation was founded on the weakness of each state to repel a foreign enemy; and we have found that the powers granted to Congress are insufficient. The body of Congress is ineffectual to carry the great objects of safety and protection into execution. What would their powers be over the commander of the military, but for the virtue of the commander? . . . [Congress are] too numerous for an executive; nor can any additional powers be sufficient to enable them to protect us against foreign invasion. (emphasis added).
Randolph immediately went on to observe that, “Congress was intended to be a body to preserve peace among the states; and, in the rebellion of Massachusetts [Shay’s Rebellion of 1786-87], it was found that they were not authorized to use the troops of the Confederation to quell it.”
Later in the Convention, Massachusetts delegate Rufus King observed of the constitution under construction: “What are the great objects of the Genl. System? 1. difence agst. foreign invasion. 2. agst. internal sedition.” (emphasis added).
Throughout the Constitutional Convention and the state ratification debates that followed, delegates and commentators used the term “invasion” over and over. With a handful of exceptions where “invasion” is used metaphorically, as when referring to an “invasion of rights,” the word invariably refers to a hostile armed incursion into or against the territory of the states or the nation, an incursion that must be met with a military response.
For example, at the Convention, Alexander Hamilton disparaged continental examples of loose federal systems by saying:
Let us examine the federal institution of Germany. It was instituted upon the laudable principle of securing the independency of the several states of which it was composed, and to protect them against foreign invasion. Has it answered these good intentions? Do we not see that their councils are weak and distracted, and that it cannot prevent the wars and confusions which the respective electors carry on against each other? (emphasis added).
The Framers’ fundamental objective of creating a national government strong enough to repel foreign military incursions and armed domestic insurrections is manifest in the clauses that speak of “invasion” in the Constitution they drafted.
Uses of “Invasion” in the Text of the Constitution
The word “invasion” or “invaded” appears in four clauses of the U.S. Constitution, all of which relate to the military alliance aspect of the Constitution, or what we might now call its national security architecture. Whether considered individually or collectively, these four usages plainly refer to a hostile armed incursion into or against U.S. territory. Indeed, they cannot reasonably be understood any other way.
Article IV, Sec. 4:
The United States shall guarantee to every State in this Union a Republican Form of Government, and shall protect each of them against Invasion; and on Application of the Legislature, or of the Executive (when the Legislature cannot be convened) against domestic Violence.
Article IV contains the basic security guarantee that provided a primary inducement for the states to join in a constitutional union with strong national powers – the guarantee of mutual defense against both “invasion” from without, and upon special request, against “domestic violence,” i.e., insurrection or violent civil disturbances, from within.
In Madison’s discussion of Article IV in Federalist 44, he emphasizes that states require “protection against invasion” by both “foreign hostility” and potentially even aggressive fellow states of the union. Throughout Federalist 44, he speaks of both invasion and insurrectionary “domestic violence” as “bloody” events involving “military talents and experience” and “an appeal to the sword.”
Article I, Sec. 8:
The Congress shall have Power … To provide for calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, suppress Insurrections and repel Invasions.
This clause prescribes the mode of military organization that the Founders – who opposed the maintenance of a national standing army – imagined would be employed to defend the nation and individual states against internal insurrections and foreign invasions: the power of the congress to call state militias into national service. Although the militia system has long since been superseded by a huge standing army (and navy and air force), not to speak of a vast military-industrial apparatus, that does not change the plain meaning of “invasions” in this clause – hostile armed incursions into or against U.S. territory that must be repelled with military force.
Article I, Section 10, cl. 3:
No State shall, without the Consent of Congress, lay any Duty of Tonnage, keep Troops, or Ships of War in time of Peace, enter into any Agreement or Compact with another State, or with a foreign Power, or engage in War, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent Danger as will not admit of delay.
Section 10 of Article I reserves to the national government exclusively the conduct of foreign policy. It also prohibits states from maintaining regular armies and navies in time of peace, and absolutely bars them from “engag[ing] in War, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent danger as will not admit of delay.”
In other words, the constitutional response to “invasion” is “war.” Section 10, when read together with the provision of Article I, Section 8, that grants Congress the power “to declare war,” confers the responsibility for national defense – for making war – on the national government. The Constitution leaves only one narrow exception for emergencies in which states can “engage in War” if they are “actually invaded” or under imminent threat of invasion or a “Danger” so great that it would merit war in response. Even then, the plain implication of the opening requirement of consent of Congress together with the concluding exception for dangers that “will not admit of delay” is that even a state “actually invaded” cannot make war on its own indefinitely, but must appeal to Congress as soon as possible for its consent and support.
Article I, Sec. 9, cl. 2:
The Privilege of the Writ of Habeas Corpus shall not be suspended, unless when in Cases of Rebellion or Invasion the public Safety may require it.
Article I, Section 9, concerns the basic Anglo-American right of habeas corpus – that is, the right to demand that a court determine whether there is a legal basis for criminal arrest and detention of every person. Section 9 decrees that this right can only be suspended in cases of “Rebellion or Invasion.” This special exception for rebellion and invasion recognizes that in times of actual armed conflict, normal legal protections may have to be suspended.
Post-Convention Discussion of “Invasion” as Used in the Constitution
In the Virginia ratifying convention, James Madison responded to criticism of the Constitution’s grant to the national government of the power to call state militia into national service by saying:
If insurrections should arise, or invasions should take place, the people ought unquestionably to be employed to suppress and repel them, rather than a standing army. The best way to do these things, was to put the militia on a good and sure footing. (Emphasis added).
Madison quite naturally thinks of invasions as well as insurrections as military events requiring an armed military response. Similarly, when Luther Martin, a delegate to the federal convention, later wrote of his concerns about the draft constitution to the Maryland convention, he noted that the power to “suppress insurrections and repel invasions” necessarily involves “calling forth the militia” and thus subjecting Maryland citizens “to military law.”
The Rhode Island convention ratified the constitution, with the proviso that its delegates to the first Congress should propose a series of amendments, the sixth of which provided, “That no person shall be compelled to do military duty otherwise than by voluntary enlistment, except in cases of general invasion.” (Emphasis added).
At no point in the Constitutional Convention or any of the state ratification debates does anyone, except when speaking metaphorically, employ “invasion” to describe a non-violent, non-military event. (For an excellent survey of the customary usages of “invasion” or “invade” during the founding era, supporting the conclusion that “invasion” meant “physical ingress into a state (entry) and the intent by the invader to act as an enemy to that state (enmity),” see this reportby Joshua Treviño of the conservative Texas Policy Foundation.)
More to the present point, absolutely no one at the Constitutional Convention or the state ratification debates used the word to connote the peaceful movement of immigrants (lawful or otherwise) from one country to another.
Post Founding-era debates on uses of “invasion” in the Constitution
“Invasion” in Article IV: Curiously, the question of whether an influx of migrants could count as an “invasion” actually arose within a decade of the ratification of the Constitution. In 1798, the Federalists in control of Congress passed the now-infamous set of statutes we know as the “Alien and Sedition Acts.” One of these, known colloquially as the “Alien Friends Act,” gave the President unilateral authority to expel any alien “he shall judge dangerous to the peace and safety of the United States.” Supporters of this legislation claimed that it was authorized by Article IV’s invasion clause. But, as law professor Ilya Somin has pointed out in a series of excellent posts rebutting the contention that peaceful immigration can be termed a constitutional “invasion,” James Madison rejected such claims in his Report of 1800, declaring unequivocally: “Invasion is an operation of war. To protect against invasion is an exercise of the power of war.”
“Invasion” in the Suspension Clause: There has been an immense amount of debate about the precise scope of the Suspension Clause. For example, does it implicitly create a right of habeas corpus independent of any statutory enactment? And whatever may be the scope of the right, who possesses the suspension power, Congress or the President? But there is no doubt that the suspension power is triggered only “in Cases of Rebellion or Invasion.”
As law professor Neal Katyal and then-judge-now-Justice Amy Coney Barrett noted in their article on the Suspension Clause:
The writ of habeas corpus has been suspended four times since the Constitution was ratified: throughout the entire country during the Civil War; in eleven South Carolina counties overrun by the Ku Klux Klan during Reconstruction; in two provinces of the Philippines during a 1905 insurrection; and in Hawaii after the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Three of these suspensions responded to armed internal rebellions. Lincoln’s suspension of the writ during the Civil War is well known. The Reconstruction incident is not, but it illustrates perfectly how the Suspension Clause is restricted to armed violence. In response to rise of the KKK in the formerly Confederate south and its campaign of organized violence against Black freedmen and white Unionists, including assaults, intimidation, and murder, Congress passed a series of laws, including the Third Force Act of 1871 authorizing President Grant to suspend habeas corpus. Particularly violent outbreaks in South Carolina led Grant on Oct. 17, 1871, to declare eleven counties in “rebellion” against the United States.
The third historical suspension of habeas corpus was prompted by the rebellion and three-year guerrilla war conducted by Filipinos against U.S. rule of what was then, by treaty with Spain, a U.S. possession.
The fourth suspension resulted from a devastating military strike by a foreign power on a U.S. territory, one that led to an immediate formal declaration of war against Japan.
In sum, over two centuries of precedent demonstrate that suspension of habeas corpus is constitutionally authorized only in response to organized, armed violence, whether a “rebellion” from within or an “invasion” from without. Thus, the word “invasion” as used in the Suspension Clause has the same meaning as in Article IV – it refers to a hostile armed incursion into or against the territory of the United States.
Court Decisions on the Meaning of “Invasion”
The courts have rarely addressed the meaning of “invasion” for constitutional purposes. However, the few decisions we have affirm that a large influx of legal or illegal aliens into a state does not constitute an “invasion” under Article IV and that the term invasion connotes armed hostility or military invasion.
In the 1990s, multiple states raised Article IV invasion claims, primarily for the purpose of compelling the federal government to reduce immigrant flows or provide additional funds to states to pay for the strain on state resources caused by large numbers of migrants. The uniform response of the courts was to find that such claims present a non-justiciable political question, see e.g., the Eleventh Circuit’s decision in Chiles v. United States.
But at least three courts went further to hold in the alternative that, as the Second Circuit put it in Padavan v. United States, “In order for a state to be afforded the protections of the Invasion Clause, it must be exposed to armed hostility from another political entity, such as another state or foreign country that is intending to overthrow the state’s government.” See also, the Ninth Circuit’s opinion in California v. United States (“California ignores the conclusion set forth by our Founders. In The Federalist No. 43, James Madison referred to the Invasion Clause as affording protection in situations wherein a state is exposed to armed hostility from another political entity.”); and the Third Circuit’s decision in New Jersey v. United States (New Jersey “offers no support whatsoever for application of the Invasion Clause to this case or for its reading of the term “invasion” to mean anything other than a military invasion”).
Non-Immigration Arguments for Existence of an “Invasion”
In an implicit concession that the mere passage into the country of a large number of peaceful immigrants cannot make a constitutional “invasion,” some Republicans have tried to base their claim on even more specious grounds. These include the contention that Biden administration immigration policy is the cause of the (genuinely alarming) rise of fentanyl abuse over the past few years, and that the administration has allowed drug cartels to gain “control of the border.”
I have addressed the obvious fallacy in the claim about fentanyl elsewhere. In a nutshell, it is ridiculous to assert that changes in policy regarding the admission of immigrants, whether by parole or otherwise, will materially affect the ability of foreign drug traffickers to import whatever quantities of a fungible, easily concealable, immensely profitable substance that the internal U.S. market demands. Aggressive interdiction did not, and does not, materially affect the domestic availability of cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine. Nor can it have more than marginal effects on the availability of fentanyl.
Conversely, the claim that drug cartels “control the southern border” is mere sensationalist bombast. Do drug cartels succeed in importing large quantities of illegal drugs across U.S. borders? Yes. They have done so for decades. They will doubtless continue to do so as long as demand exists and profits can be made. Have drug smuggling operations also branched out into smuggling undocumented humans into the United States. Very possibly. But attributing human smuggling to “cartels” is to do no more than give a different, and darker sounding, name to “coyotes” who have long smuggled people from Mexico into the United States. But cartels do not “control” the border of the United States. No cartel mans official points of entry or the long spaces between. No cartel decides who and what is lawfully admitted into the country. Indeed, cartels are obliged to smuggle drugs (and some cases people) secretly precisely because they do not “control” the border.
At all events, an increase in the ever-fluctuating quantity of illegal drugs reaching the United States is not even arguably an “invasion” for constitutional purposes.
Searching desperately for some instance of physical penetration of U.S. territory by hostile, violent foreigners, some Republicans even claim that Biden immigration policy must be allowing “terrorists” into the county. Indeed, this is one of the claims in the current draft of the Mayorkas impeachment resolution. Their “evidence” is the fact that during the Biden administration, border authorities have encountered a larger number of persons listed on the “Terrorist Watch List” than was true during the Trump years. The fact that the dread watch list has now become so indiscriminate that it includes two million names goes unmentioned. As does the possibility that under Biden, border authorities are simply more vigilant that those under Trump. More importantly, Republicans cite no instance of an actual terrorist entering the country, still less a case of a terrorist who has slipped across the border and performed a terrorist act. As a justification for a declaration of a constitutional “invasion,” the “terrorist” canard is beneath serious consideration.
The Real Dangers in Declaring High Immigration Levels or Increased Drug Consumption an “Invasion”
Leaving aside the conclusive evidence from text, original understanding, historical precedent, and judicial interpretation that an “invasion” under Article IV requires a hostile armed incursion into or against the territory of the United States, as well as the complete absence of evidence that events at the southern border constitute such an invasion, perhaps the most compelling reason to reject Republican claims of invasion is the absurd, but deeply dangerous, practical implications that would flow from conceding the point.
First, as other commentators, including several of a notably conservative bent, have observed, if Texas is currently being “actually invaded,” then under Article I, Section 10, Texas can, at least arguably, “engage in war” to stop the “invasion.” What this would mean in practice is hard to foresee. But presumably it would permit the use of armed force against persons attempting to cross into the United States, and equally consequentially, a counter-invasion by Texas National Guard or police forces into Mexico to attack, with military weapons, anyone involved in facilitating illegal migration or any form of drug smuggling.
Even contemplating such events seems melodramatic, but multiple Republican politicians, including former President Trump, have publicly called for the use of the military inside Mexico to combat drug trafficking and human smuggling. While in past eras one could safely discount this kind of talk as mere self-aggrandizing bluster, it is not at all clear that a Republican governor like Texas’s Abbott (who is already blatantly challenging federal authority over the national border) might not sponsor some incursion to curry favor with the extreme right wing upon which he depends politically and thus increase his national profile. And should Trump be re-elected, a declaration of a supposed “invasion” from Mexico would provide an excuse to attack without congressional approval.
Second, and perhaps more terrifying, is the possibility that a declaration of “invasion” could be used to justify suspension of habeas corpus under Article I, Section 9. One can too easily imagine a re-elected and vengeful Trump citing the precedent of Abraham Lincoln to unilaterally suspend habeas for the duration of the immigrant / drug trafficker “invasion” of the United States. Because the supposed “invasion” would have no obvious geographic limit, the suspension could be employed to authorize a regime of warrantless and unreviewable detentions of anyone anywhere within the country suspected of being illegally present in the United States, anyone suspected of drug trafficking, and indeed anyone alleged to be aiding or even sympathizing with alien immigrants or drug sellers.
One certainly hopes, and anxiously assumes, that the Supreme Court would overturn such an effort to suspend habeas corpus. But the assumptions of a lifetime, and indeed of many lifetimes past, about what this Court might do, not to speak of whether a restored President Trump would abide by the Court’s orders if contrary to his whims, seem now very much in doubt.
Conclusion
The bottom line is that nothing now occurring at the U.S. southern border remotely amounts to an “invasion” as that term is used in any portion of the Constitution. However, the claim by a distressing number of Republicans in federal and state government that there is such an “invasion” is profoundly dangerous. Some Republicans in the House have used it to promote a grotesque misuse of the Constitution’s vital impeachment mechanism. Other Republicans are using it to justify actions by state governments that test the fabric of the Union.
For the sake of the country, this nonsense should stop.
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https://www.justsecurity.org/91543/immigration-is-not-an-invasion-under-the-constitution/
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Title: The Legendary 1990 San Francisco 49ers Roster: A Golden Era in Football
Introduction:
The 1990 San Francisco 49ers roster is widely regarded as one of the greatest teams in NFL history. Led by head coach George Seifert and boasting an array of talented players, this team dominated the field with their exceptional skill and strategic prowess. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of this memorable roster, highlighting five interesting facts and tricks, followed by answering 15 common questions. Finally, we will conclude with some final thoughts on the impact and legacy of the 1990 San Francisco 49ers.
Five Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Stellar Offense: The 1990 49ers offense was a powerhouse, led by the iconic trio of quarterback Joe Montana, wide receiver Jerry Rice, and running back Roger Craig. This trio set numerous records and provided a formidable challenge to opposing defenses. Montana’s accuracy, Rice’s unmatched ability to catch the ball, and Craig’s versatility made for an unstoppable offensive unit.
2. Record-Breaking Season: The 1990 49ers had an exceptional season, ending with a remarkable 14-2 record. They scored a staggering 353 points while only allowing 239. This dominance led them to secure the NFC West division title and ultimately reach the NFC Championship game.
3. Defense Dominance: While the offense received much of the spotlight, the 1990 49ers’ defense was equally impressive. Led by the likes of Charles Haley, Ronnie Lott, and Pierce Holt, this unit allowed the fewest rushing yards in the league, demonstrating their ability to shut down opponents and contribute significantly to the team’s success.
4. Super Bowl Triumph: The 1990 49ers capped off their remarkable season by winning Super Bowl XXIV against the Denver Broncos with a resounding 55-10 victory. This triumph marked their fourth Super Bowl win in franchise history, solidifying their place among the NFL’s elite teams.
5. Coaching Excellence: George Seifert, who took over as head coach from the legendary Bill Walsh, successfully maintained the 49ers’ winning tradition. Seifert’s ability to guide and motivate the team, coupled with his strategic brilliance, played a pivotal role in the roster’s overall success.
Common Questions and Answers:
1. Who were the key players on the 1990 49ers roster?
Some key players on the roster were Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Roger Craig, Charles Haley, Ronnie Lott, and Pierce Holt.
2. How did the 1990 49ers compare to previous seasons?
The 1990 49ers were considered one of the strongest teams in franchise history, building upon the success of previous seasons and adding their own unique flair.
3. What made Joe Montana such a standout quarterback?
Montana possessed exceptional accuracy, poise under pressure, and an innate ability to lead his team to victory. His clutch performances in critical moments solidified his place as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.
4. How did Jerry Rice contribute to the team’s success?
Jerry Rice’s exceptional catching ability and unmatched work ethic made him a nightmare for opposing defenses. His precise route-running and incredible speed allowed him to set records that still stand today.
5. Was the 1990 49ers’ defense as dominant as their offense?
Absolutely. The 1990 49ers’ defense was one of the best in the league, consistently shutting down opposing offenses and contributing significantly to the team’s victories.
6. Did the 1990 49ers have any notable rivalries?
The 1990 49ers had a heated rivalry with the Los Angeles Rams throughout the season, resulting in intense and memorable matchups.
7. How did the coaching change from Bill Walsh to George Seifert impact the team?
George Seifert carried on the 49ers’ winning tradition, maintaining the team’s high standards while implementing his own strategic approach. The seamless transition between coaches helped sustain the team’s success.
8. Did the 1990 49ers face any significant challenges during the season?
While the team faced some hurdles, including injuries to key players, they managed to overcome these challenges through their depth and resilience.
9. What was the team’s offensive strategy?
The 1990 49ers employed a balanced offensive strategy, with Joe Montana’s precise passing and Roger Craig’s dynamic running contributing to their success.
10. How did the 1990 49ers’ Super Bowl victory impact the franchise?
The Super Bowl victory further solidified the 49ers’ legacy as one of the greatest franchises in NFL history. It served as a testament to their exceptional talent and coaching.
11. Were there any memorable plays or moments from the 1990 season?
Several memorable moments occurred during the 1990 season, including Joe Montana’s touchdown pass to John Taylor in the Super Bowl, and Jerry Rice’s record-breaking performance.
12. How did the 1990 49ers’ roster impact future NFL seasons?
The 1990 49ers’ roster set a benchmark for excellence, inspiring future generations of players and teams to strive for greatness.
13. What was the overall legacy of the 1990 49ers roster?
The 1990 49ers roster solidified their place as one of the greatest teams in NFL history, leaving a lasting impact on the sport and inspiring future generations.
14. How do the 1990 49ers compare to other dominant teams in NFL history?
The 1990 49ers are often mentioned in the same breath as other legendary teams like the 1972 Miami Dolphins and the 1985 Chicago Bears, showcasing their unparalleled greatness.
15. What can we learn from the 1990 49ers roster as fans of the sport?
The 1990 49ers roster teaches us the importance of teamwork, coaching, and consistency in achieving greatness. Their success serves as a reminder that hard work and dedication can lead to remarkable achievements.
Final Thoughts:
The 1990 San Francisco 49ers roster remains an iconic symbol of excellence in the NFL. Their remarkable achievements, record-breaking performances, and dominant victories stand as a testament to their unparalleled skill and teamwork. The legacy of the 1990 49ers continues to inspire future generations, reminding us of the heights that can be achieved in the world of sports when talent, strategy, and determination align.
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https://jstationx.com/1990-san-francisco-49ers-roster/
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Shark Tank: Kevin O'Leary's 'Mr. Wonderful' Nickname Explained
Now in its 15th season, "Shark Tank" continues to attract viewers with its gameshow-like approach to the entrepreneurial climb to the top. Every reality series — even one rooted in finance — needs a villain, and for "Shark Tank," that person is Kevin O'Leary. The Canadian businessman brings a fiery bite to the series, often fanning the flames of shark-on-shark disputes and offering a tough-love approach to business. It makes sense, then, that his nickname, Mr. Wonderful, came from a place of sarcasm.
In an interview with Boston Magazine, O'Leary clarified where his infamous nickname came from, claiming that even the sharks struggled to recall its origins. "We are all trying to figure that out," said O'Leary, who confirmed that the nickname was born in the tank. "This is what seems to be consensus now: In season one, someone was trying to sell a publishing deal to us for music and I proposed an aggressive 51 percent equity position because I wanted control of the business. And Barbara [Corcoran] said, 'Well aren't you Mr. Wonderful?' and I said, 'You know what Barbara, I am!'" O'Leary added that the nickname has taken on a life of its own. "Now it's at a whole new level," he continued. "I show up at hotels and my reservation is under the name Mr. Wonderful. They don't even know my real name. That's just nuts."
O'Leary is more wonderful than he lets on
Mr. Wonderful may have started as some gentle ribbing from fellow shark Barbara Corcoran, but Kevin O'Leary has wholeheartedly embraced the nickname. He even named his holding company, through which he manages all of his "Shark Tank" investments, Something Wonderful.
For O'Leary, Mr. Wonderful is an exercise in personal branding, and he has infused it with a certain amount of lore. "The reason they call me Mr. Wonderful is because I have the most creativity in structuring deals," O'Leary told Forbes, conveniently leaving out the anecdote about Corcoran. He then went in for the kill, embracing his status as the big bad shark. "The other sharks are very boring. It's the same thing over and over again: $100,000 for 10% equity. How boring! And how uncreative! That's why they learn from me. They're very lucky up there."
Still, it's clear that Mr. Wonderful is mostly a marketing facade or fewer "Shark Tank" contestants would be willing to make a deal with him. When Wicked Good Cupcakes founders Tracey Noonan and Danielle Desroches teamed up with O'Leary, they were worried about his reputation. Behind the scenes, however, they called him "an angel in disguise" as well as "a tremendous mentor" while speaking to Business Insider. Insofar as business partners go, it sounds pretty wonderful.
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https://www.looper.com/1502276/shark-tank-kevin-oleary-mr-wonderful-nickname-explained/
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Marcus Rashford will be available for selection for Manchester United's Premier League fixture against Wolves on Thursday after holding clear-the-air talks with manager Erik ten Hag.
Ten Hag spoke to Rashford alongside football director John Murtough and Rashford's brother and agent, Dwaine, after the England forward was pictured visiting a Belfast nightclub last week.
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Rashford was asked to explain the trip and clarify the timing of his visit in a meeting at Carrington on Monday.
A statement released by the club later on Monday read: "Marcus has taken responsibility for his actions. This has been dealt with as an internal disciplinary matter, which is now closed."
On Friday, the club was under the impression Rashford had visited Belfast on Wednesday night ahead of a scheduled day off on Thursday. There have since been reports he was there on Thursday night before informing United he was too ill to train on Friday.
He missed training on Friday and Saturday and was not in the squad for the 4-2 win over Newport County in the FA Cup on Sunday. Rashford was, though, able to train at Carrington on Sunday.
It's not the first time Rashford has run into trouble with Ten Hag after the 26-year-old attended a birthday party in a Manchester nightclub just hours after a 3-0 defeat to Manchester City in October.
Ten Hag branded the incident "unacceptable" and Rashford apologised. The England forward was also dropped for a game at Wolves last season after arriving late for a team meeting.
Rashford has struggled for form this season, scoring just four times in 26 appearances. He was also dropped to the bench for games against Chelsea and Bournemouth in December following a poor performance in the 1-0 defeat at Newcastle United.
A source has told ESPN that Rashford trained as normal on Monday and will be available for United's next game against Wolves at Molineux on Thursday.
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COLUMBIA, S.C. — A South Carolina judge denied Alex Murdaugh's bid for a new double-murder trial on Monday after his defense team accused a clerk of court with tampering with a jury.
Judge Jean Toal ruled that even if Colleton County Clerk Becky Hill did tell jurors to watch Murdaugh's actions and body language on the stand, the defense failed to prove that such comments directly influenced their decision to find him guilty.
Toal said after reviewing the full transcript of the six-week trial, she couldn't overturn the verdict based "on the strength of some fleeting and foolish comments by a publicity-seeking clerk of court."
One member of the jury that convicted Murdaugh of murdering his wife and son testified that Hill made the comments and it indicated to her she thought Murdaugh was guilty. But the 11 other jurors said they based their guilty verdicts only on the testimony, evidence and law presented at trial, and just one of them mentioned hearing anything similar.
"I find that the clerk of court was not completely credible as a witness. Miss Hill was attracted by the siren call of celebrity," Toal said, issuing her decision at the end of a daylong hearing. But she said that Hill's comments did not by themselves merit a new trial, because they didn't actively change the jurors' minds.
All 12 jurors answered mostly yes-or-no questions from the judge's script. Murdaugh, now a convicted killer, disbarred attorney and admitted thief serving a life sentence, wore an orange prison jumpsuit as he watched with his lawyers.
Hill also testified, denying she ever spoke about the case or Murdaugh at all with jurors.
"I never talked to any jurors about anything like that," Hill said.
But Judge Jean Toal questioned her truthfulness after Hill said she used "literary license" for some things she wrote about in her book on the trial, including whether she feared as she read the verdict that the jury might end up finding him not guilty.
"I did have a certain way I felt," Hill said.
Murdaugh's defense later called Barnwell County Clerk Rhonda McElveen, who helped Hill during the trial. McElveen said that Hill suggested before the trial that they should write a book on the case together, "because she wanted a lake house and I wanted to retire," and that a guilty verdict would sell more books.
But under cross examination, McElveen said she didn't reach out to the trial judge because she didn't think any of Hill's comments or behaviors rose to the level of misconduct.
Hill was also questioned about why she was telling people hours before the jury received the case that she expected deliberations to be short. The clerk said it was a gut feeling after years in a courtroom.
The unusual hearing was prompted in part by a sworn statement from the first juror called to the stand Monday.
She affirmed what she said last August, repeating Monday that Hill told jurors to note Murdaugh's actions and "watch him closely" when he testified in his own defense.
"She made it seem like he was already guilty," said the woman, identified only as Juror Z. Asked whether this influenced her vote to find him guilty, she said "Yes ma'am."
In later questioning, the juror said she also stands by another statement she made in the August affidavit: that it was her fellow jurors, more than the clerk's statements, that influenced her to vote guilty.
"I had questions about Mr. Murdaugh's guilt but voted guilty because I felt pressured by other jurors," she said.
The rest of the jury filed in one by one and said their verdicts weren't influenced by anything outside the trial. One said he heard Hill say "watch his body language" before Murdaugh testified, but said Hill's comment didn't change his mind.
"What matters is what the jurors heard," and whether that persuaded them to change their verdicts to guilty in a way that was anything other than the product of honest deliberation, prosecutor Creighton Walters said in closing. "You have 11 of them strong as a rock who said this verdict was not influenced," Waters said. "The evidence is overwhelming from the people who mattered."
Defense attorney Jim Griffin, in his closing, cited case law in arguing that any communication about a case from court staff to jurors is presumptively prejudicial. He said the defense clearly proved Hill made prejudicial comments to the jury, and "one of those jurors says it influenced my verdict. How is that not prejudice?"
Murdaugh's fall from his role as an attorney lording over his small county to a sentence of life without parole has been exhaustively covered by true crime shows, podcasts and bloggers.
Jury tampering is the basis for Murdaugh's appeal, but Toal set a difficult standard for his lawyers. She ruled the defense must prove that potential misconduct by Hill directly led jurors to change their minds to guilty.
The defense argued if they prove the jury was tampered with, it shouldn't matter whether a juror openly said their verdict changed, because even subtle influence could have kept Murdaugh from getting a fair trial.
Toal was Chief Justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court for 15 years before retiring. She was appointed by the current high court justices to rule on the juror misconduct allegations.
Toal also limited what could be asked of Hill, ruling out extensive questions about a criminal investigation into whether the elected clerk used her office for financial gain, emailed prosecutors with suggestions on how to discredit a defense expert, conspired with her son who is charged with wiretapping county phones, or plagiarized part of her book on the case using a passage from a BBC reporter who accidentally emailed her instead of her boss with a similar address.
"I'm very, very reluctant to turn this hearing about juror contact into a wholesale exploration about every piece of conduct by the clerk," Toal said.
Hill, in a sworn statement, has denied any jury tampering. She did admit to the lifting the writing of the BBC reporter.
"I did plagiarize ... and for that I am sorry," Hill said from the stand.
Even if Murdaugh, 55, gets a new murder trial he won't walk out free. He's also serving 27 years after admitting he stole $12 million from his law firm and from settlements he gained for clients on wrongful death and serious injury lawsuits. Murdaugh promised not to appeal that sentence as part of his plea deal.
But Murdaugh has remained adamant that he did not kill his younger son Paul with a shotgun and his wife Maggie with a rifle, since the moment he told deputies he found their bodies at their Colleton County home in 2021. He testified in his own defense.
Even if this effort fails, Murdaugh hasn't even started the regular appeals of his sentence, where his lawyers are expected to argue a number of reasons why his murder trial was unfair, including the judge allowing voluminous testimony of his financial crimes. They said this enabled prosecutors to smear Murdaugh with evidence not directly linked to the killings.
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San Francisco 49ers fans excited to buy team merch after NFC Championship win
DALY CITY (KPIX) - Niners fans celebrated their team's come-from-behind win in the NFC Championship game by showing up early on Monday to buy merchandise branded with that title.
"Let's see what we can get for the next couple of weeks. I've already ordered another jersey on Bosa," said Christina Sargent while shopping inside the Dick's Sporting Goods Store at Serramonte Center. "My husband and I both have offensive jerseys; we needed a defensive jersey now."
Some customers lined up before sunrise outside the store. The stores opening hours extended earlier than the normal time.
It was a quick turnaround for those who were up late celebrating after Sunday's win. Sargent made it a point to get to the store before heading into work: a nice reward for the Faithful who had to watch two nailbiters during the playoffs.
"I mean it was almost as stressful as the week before. My heart can't take that. It just cannot take that," she told KPIX.
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Not only is it a way to celebrate the win and another NFC Championship, it is part of the excitement growing around the Bay Area as the 49ers make their return to the Super Bowl.
"I'm from the Bay Area. I grew up in San Francisco," said Jake Torres. "My dad's a 49er's fan since he came from Peru. Grew up a 49er."
Torres said he wanted to buy a gift for his father ahead of his birthday and the big game. Despite two games that caught everyone off guard, Torres feels confident about the Niners facing off against the Kansas City Chiefs.
He anticipates the AFC Champions will be another worthy opponent for the Niners in the post-season.
"Oh my God, it was a heart attack, like every hour, every minute. It was the same thing with the Green Bay Packers," Torres said. "But you know what, I never lost faith."
Sargent said she wants to see the Niners bring home that sixth Super Bowl trophy, after failing in their last two appearances. The rematch with Kansas City only adds to the desire to win next Sunday.
"They'll be ready in two weeks. The injuries will heal, and we'll be ready for them," she said.
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It’s that time of year again when we count down the BCB top 25 Cubs prospects for 2024. Every day this week I’ll reveal another five prospects until we get to numbers five through one on Friday.
The Cubs system is especially deep and strong this year after a few strong drafts and trades that have replenished the farm system. MLB Pipeline recently put seven Cubs in their Top 100 prospects list, more than any other organization.
As always, the top 10 were pretty easy for me to compile, whereas numbers 15 through 25 are a lot tougher. There’s not a lot of separation between the Cubs’ 20th-best prospect and their 30th, so if one of your personal favorites didn’t make the list, it’s not a sign that they aren’t a prospect anymore. I could have taken this list out to 50 had I wanted to do all that work.
I’m taking a cue from Baseball America and not listing players over 25 from the Asian leagues as prospects anymore. Shōta Imanaga isn’t a prospect — he’s proved himself in the second-toughest league in the world. The Cubs’ signed him as a free agent and not as an international prospect. But if you are curious, I would have ranked him third had he qualified.
I’m also not going to rank any players who haven’t left the Dominican Summer League yet. As always with those players, I’ve never seen any of them play, either in person or live on video, so in the past when I’ve ranked them, I’ve had to rely on printed scouting reports and a few carefully curated videos designed to make them look good. And you could just look up that stuff yourself. You don’t need my opinion. Plus, there’s just something a little creepy about putting high expectations on a 16-year-old kid in a third-world country. Some of these kids will no doubt turn out to be incredibly good major league ballplayers. A few will be All-Stars. But none of them are going to do so this year. We will have plenty of time to rank them once they make it to America. I may re-evaluate this policy in future years, but that’s where I stand now.
I’m also including a too-long, didn’t-read summary of every player called “The skinny.”
When making up these rankings, I try to balance upside and the likelihood that they’ll reach their potential. I base my rankings on what I’ve seen, what I’ve read and what other people have told me. But the rankings are all mine and all the mistakes are my fault.
For the past two seasons I’ve stopped including what hand the pitchers hit with for obvious reasons. Also, if you click on the player’s name, it will take you to their milb.com page.
So now I’ll shut up about the rules and get to the players.
21. Porter Hodge. RHP. DOB: 2/21/2001. 6’4”, 230 lbs. Drafted 13th round (2019), Cottonwood HS (UT)
Porter Hodge is a power right-hander with a good moving 94-96 mile per hour fastball and a late-breaking mid-80s slider. His path the to major leagues is now clear after the Cubs moved him to the bullpen mid-season.
Hodge wasn’t on a lot of teams radar when the Cubs made him a 13th-round pick out of high school in Utah. He was a big, hard-throwing guy with limited experienced. There were a lot of questions about his fitness when the Cubs drafted him and he had back surgery over the lost 2020 season. But Hodge changed his eating and workout habits after struggling in his first season in the minors. He lost 25 pounds, which added a couple of miles per hour onto his fastball. The Cubs also reworked his slider to the point where it became a plus pitch. Through hard work, Hodge turned himself into a prospect on the verge of a major-league debut.
Hodge has the size and stamina to start, but he’s been unable to develop a third pitch or anything else to keep left-handers off-balance. His pitching delivery is a bit long, which isn’t surprising for someone 6’4”, but that has led to some control issues. This all caught up to him when he started the season in Double-A last year. After twelve starts for the Smokies, the Cubs moved Hodge to the bullpen. The results there were promising enough that Hodge was added to the 40-man roster this past November.
Hodge’s final numbers with the Smokies last year — 6-7 with a 5.13 ERA — don’t exactly inspire confidence in his future. But the stuff was a lot better than that and he was hurt by an abnormally high batting average on balls in play rate of .310 and a low strand rate of just 62 percent.
Hodge will get a good look in Spring Training, but he will almost certainly start the season in the bullpen at Triple-A Iowa. But if he puts in a couple of good months there, he’ll be in line for a mid-season call-up whenever there’s an injury to a reliever. He may have to ride the Des Moines-Chicago shuttle for a while, but he could be an effective sixth- or seventh-inning guy. And the possibility of returning to the rotation as a back-end starter in the years to come is not out of the question.
The Skinny: Hodge is a power right-handed reliever who relies on a plus fastball and slider. He could be a factor in the Cubs bullpen as soon as this year.
Here’s a good look at Hodge’s hard-breaking slider [VIDEO].
22. Haydn McGeary. 1B. DOB:10/09/1999. B:R, T:R. 6’4”, 235. Drafted 15th round (2022), Colorado Mesa.
The Cubs may have gotten another steal in the late rounds out of the Rocky Mountain region with Haydn McGeary. The Cubs took the big slugger in the 15th round of the 2022 MLB draft out of Colorado Mesa, where he was back-to-back Division II National Player of the Year after setting a Division II record with 75 home runs. He actually put up video game numbers in college with a triple-slash line of .481/.579/1.061 his junior season there — which was actually his fourth season because of the abbreviated 2020 season didn’t count against anyone’s eligibility. Even in the thin air of Grand Junction, that’s an impressive line.
Since getting drafted, McGeary has done nothing but hit. He had a short 18-game trial in 2022 before starting the 2023 season in High-A South Bend. After 20 games and a triple-slash line of .368/.467/.592 in the Midwest League, McGeary was promoted to Double-A Tennessee. His stats there were more human, but they were still good: .255/.382/.435 with 16 home runs over 104 games.
McGeary is a big right-handed slugger who with a simple hitting stroke that is geared to both power and contact. He has a very good eye at the plate for a power hitter and rarely chases bad pitches. His walk percentage last year was 15.2 and his strikeout percentage was 23.8, which, for a big slugger like him, is very good.
There are some warning signs on McGeary, however. He hit just .194/.321/.396 in 39 games after August 1, although that did come with seven home runs. Was that the league adjusting to him or did McGeary just wear down in his first full season of baseball? Was he playing through some nagging injuries? Those are questions that will need to be answered in 2024.
McGeary is also not much of a defensive first baseman at the moment. He mostly served as a designated hitter for Colorado Mesa and he’s still learning the intricacies of playing first base. The Cubs briefly thought of making a catcher out of him, but at 6’4”, that always seemed like a long shot. But he isn’t a slow plodder out there in the field and he’s more athletic than some give him credit. It’s certainly possible that with more experience, he turns into an average defensive first baseman.
It’s going to depend on other roster moves to see if McGeary starts the season at Iowa or Tennessee. I suspect that the number of corner infielders expected to play in Iowa (as well as his struggles down the stretch last year) means he returns to Tennessee to start the year. He’s then be in line for a mid-season promotion to Triple-A. By that time, we’ll have a better sense of what the Cubs have in McGeary.
The skinny: McGeary could be a potent right-handed slugger who can hit for average and get on base. His defensive limitations hinder his upside, however.
MLB Pipeline’s Jim Callis has this video if you want another opinion on McGeary. It’s not much different than mine, but there are some highlights from Spring Training [VIDEO].
Here he hits a three-run home run for the Smokies in September. You can see how short and quick his bat is through the hitting zone.
23. Daniel Palencia. RHP. DOB: 2/05/2000. 5’11, 160. Trade with Athletics (2021)
Daniel Palencia is all about velocity. He’s got a fastball that sits 98-99 miles per hour and has been known to touch 102. The pitch also rides away from a right-handed hitter. It’s a true 80 pitch on the 20-80 scouting scale. He rode that fastball all the way to his major league debut last season, where he went 5-3 with a 4.45 ERA in 28⅓ innings last year. He struck out 33 and walked 14.
Palencia doesn’t have a lot beyond that fastball. He does have a hard, 90-91 mph slider with late break that grades out at least average at the moment and has the potential to be plus. But when batters are keyed in on that triple-digit fastball, the slider needs to be better than it is. Still, Palencia potentially has the two-pitch combination that has made a lot of great relievers in our time.
Palencia was a late bloomer, not signing with the Athletics until he was 20. That’s four years older than the normal signing age of 16. The A’s assigned him straight to Low-A, presumably because of his age. He struggled in Stockton, but the fastball intrigued the Cubs enough that they asked for him in return in a trade for Andrew Chafin at the 2021 trade deadline.
Both the A’s and the Cubs tried him out as a starter, but the lack of a solid third pitch meant that he was always likely to end up in the bullpen. Palencia started last season in the Smokies’ rotation, but after five starts (none of which went more than four innings), the Cubs promoted Palencia to Triple-A Iowa and moved him to the bullpen.
After six weeks in Iowa, Palencia got called up to Chicago for his major league debut on July 4, despite a 7.90 ERA in Triple-A. He pitched two scoreless innings and got the win in an extra-innings victory over the Brewers that day. Other than an “administrative” demotion where he never actually left the team in September, he stayed the rest of the season in the majors.
One positive aspect to Palencia is that he’s actually been tougher on left-handers than right-handers throughout his career. I don’t expect that to continue, but I can see that the way that Palencia buries that slider down and in, and often out of the strike zone could give some left-handed hitters problems.
Palencia’s biggest issue is control. He simply needs to throw that fastball for more strikes and he needs to improve that slider to keep major league hitters from sitting on the fastball. If he does that, there’s no reason Palencia couldn’t be a major league closer.
Palencia will come to Spring Training fighting for a roster spot. He still has options left, so he’s going to have to show something to make the Opening Day roster. But Palencia is exactly the sort of reliever that the Cubs hired Craig Counsell to find a way to get the best out of. Even if he doesn’t end up pitching the ninth inning, he’s the type of guy who could thrive if he’s given the right matchups. Even if Palencia doesn’t make the Opening Day roster, I expect to see Palencia pitch at Wrigley Field a lot this upcoming season.
The skinny: Palencia is a reliever with an elite nearly triple-digit fastball and solid slider who struggles with control. A late bloomer, he could end up as the Cubs’ closer one day if everything clicks.
You are probably familiar with Palencia already, but in case you forgot, here’s his heater [VIDEO].
24. Brandon Birdsell. RHP. DOB: 3/23/2000. 6’2”, 240. Drafted 5th round (2022), Texas Tech.
Birdsell was a fifth-round pick out of Texas Tech in 2022 where he had been the Big 12 Pitcher of the Year as a senior. Before that, his college career had been checkered. He started out at Texas A&M, transferred to San Jacinto junior college and then finally ended up at Texas Tech for two years. He missed the second half of the 2021 season with a rotator cuff injury, but he avoided surgery.
Before his injuries, Birdsell was a flamethrower who had little idea where the ball was going. He’s reinvented himself since then. His fastball has lost a tick, but he still throws 94-to-95 mph and can touch 97 at times. Also, Birdsell has much better command and control of that pitch than when he threw harder. He has an unorthodox delivery where his hands break contact, followed a a split-second hesitation. His motion is short and compact and the ball leaves his hand a lot quicker than normal, which can throw off the timing of some hitters.
After his fastball, the rest of Birdsell’s offerings are fringy, but they play a bit better than that because of plus control. His slider does have some promise, however. He also has a curve that he uses against left-handers and a change up, which he throws rarely.
After spending the rest of the 2022 season in the Cubs pitch lab, Birdsell made his professional debut for High-A South Bend last year. He made 18 starts for South Bend and went 3-5 with a 2.36 ERA. That got him promoted to Double-A Tennessee when Birdsell made six starts and went 1-3 with a 3.95 ERA. That doesn’t count starting Game 1 of the Southern League Championship Series where he got the win after allowing just one run after scattering four hits over five innings. Birdsell struck out five and walked one in that game.
Overall, Birdsell pitched 112⅓ innings last year. He struck out 102 batters and walked just 33. (That counts the postseason.)
Birdsell will probably start the 2024 season back with Double-A Tennessee. The ceiling on Birdsell isn’t high—he’s probably a No. 4/No. 5 starter at best unless he can develop those secondary pitches better—but his control and his workhorse attitude could land him a significant major league career. He’s looking at a possible 2025 major league debut.
The skinny: Birdsell gets by on his fastball and control. He could be an effective back-of-the-rotation workhorse or a setup man in a bullpen.
Here are some highlights for a five-strikeout game for South Bend last April [VIDEO].
25. Drew Gray. LHP. DOB: 5/09/2003. 6’3”, 190. Drafted 3rd round (2021), IMG Academy (FL)
Drew Gray is a tall, thin left-hander that the Cubs took in the third round of the 2021 draft out of IMG Academy in Florida. The Cubs believed in Gray enough to give him a $900,000 bonus, which was almost 50 percent above the bonus pool value of $628,000 for that pick. He made two starts for the rookie league team in Mesa that year before missing all of 2022 with Tommy John surgery.
So 2023 was really Gray’s first season as a professional. Still only 20 years old, he showed himself to be very talented and very raw. After three starts in the Arizona Complex League, Gray moved to Low-A Myrtle Beach in late-June. He made 11 starts for the Pelicans and went 0-3 with a 4.23 ERA. On the good side, he pitched 27⅔ innings, struck out 45 batters and held them to a .196 batting average. On the down side, Gray walked 23 and hit five batters. He walked more hitters than he gave up hits to (23 walks to 19 hits). As you can see from the innings total, he didn’t pitch deep into games. Gray never pitched more than three innings in any start. None of that Is too concerning for someone coming off of Tommy John surgery, but without a previous track record on Gray, we don’t know if his stamina and control problems are because of the injury, because he’s young or that’s just who he is.
What we do know about Gray is that he’s a tall and lean left-hander with three potential above-average pitches. His fastball is only in the 91-93 mph range, but it has terrific natural movement thanks in part to his three-quarters delivery. His upper-70s curve breaks down and his low-80s slider has a sweeping action. Both have above-average potential. He rarely uses his mid-80s changeup and it rates as below average.
Gray is also still young with a frame that could carry some more weight. There is a chance that he could still add a few miles per hour on to that fastball.
With Gray’s injury history, there is always the possibility that he ends up in the bullpen. But with three potentially above-average pitchers, the Cubs should hope he ends up as a mid-rotation starter.
After a reasonably successful season in Myrtle Beach, Gray will likely start 2024 in South Bend. But he doesn’t turn 21 until May and is likely a long-term project for the Cubs. He has the potential to be a top ten prospect at this time next season. Or his control could completely abandon him and he’d fall off the prospect radar altogether.
The skinny: Gray is a tall, lean left-handed starter with three above-average pitches and the chance to be a mid-rotation starter. Control problems and an injury history keep him from being ranked higher.
Here are highlights [VIDEO] from a game last September when he Gray struck out seven and allowed no hits and no walks over three innings. He did hit a batter in that game.
Tomorrow: Prospects 16 through 20.
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Updated January 29, 2024 at 6:08 PM ET
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A South Carolina judge denied Alex Murdaugh's bid for a new double-murder trial on Monday after his defense team accused a clerk of court with tampering with a jury.
Judge Jean Toal ruled that even if Colleton County Clerk Becky Hill did tell jurors to watch Murdaugh's actions and body language on the stand, the defense failed to prove that such comments directly influenced their decision to find him guilty.
Toal said after reviewing the full transcript of the six-week trial, she couldn't overturn the verdict based "on the strength of some fleeting and foolish comments by a publicity-seeking clerk of court."
One member of the jury that convicted Murdaugh of murdering his wife and son testified that Hill made the comments and it indicated to her she thought Murdaugh was guilty. But the 11 other jurors said they based their guilty verdicts only on the testimony, evidence and law presented at trial, and just one of them mentioned hearing anything similar.
"I find that the clerk of court was not completely credible as a witness. Miss Hill was attracted by the siren call of celebrity," Toal said, issuing her decision at the end of a daylong hearing. But she said that Hill's comments did not by themselves merit a new trial, because they didn't actively change the jurors' minds.
All 12 jurors answered mostly yes-or-no questions from the judge's script. Murdaugh, now a convicted killer, disbarred attorney and admitted thief serving a life sentence, wore an orange prison jumpsuit as he watched with his lawyers.
Hill also testified, denying she ever spoke about the case or Murdaugh at all with jurors.
"I never talked to any jurors about anything like that," Hill said.
But Judge Jean Toal questioned her truthfulness after Hill said she used "literary license" for some things she wrote about in her book on the trial, including whether she feared as she read the verdict that the jury might end up finding him not guilty.
"I did have a certain way I felt," Hill said.
Murdaugh's defense later called Barnwell County Clerk Rhonda McElveen, who helped Hill during the trial. McElveen said that Hill suggested before the trial that they should write a book on the case together, "because she wanted a lake house and I wanted to retire," and that a guilty verdict would sell more books.
But under cross examination, McElveen said she didn't reach out to the trial judge because she didn't think any of Hill's comments or behaviors rose to the level of misconduct.
Hill was also questioned about why she was telling people hours before the jury received the case that she expected deliberations to be short. The clerk said it was a gut feeling after years in a courtroom.
The unusual hearing was prompted in part by a sworn statement from the first juror called to the stand Monday.
She affirmed what she said last August, repeating Monday that Hill told jurors to note Murdaugh's actions and "watch him closely" when he testified in his own defense.
"She made it seem like he was already guilty," said the woman, identified only as Juror Z. Asked whether this influenced her vote to find him guilty, she said "Yes ma'am."
In later questioning, the juror said she also stands by another statement she made in the August affidavit: that it was her fellow jurors, more than the clerk's statements, that influenced her to vote guilty.
"I had questions about Mr. Murdaugh's guilt but voted guilty because I felt pressured by other jurors," she said.
The rest of the jury filed in one by one and said their verdicts weren't influenced by anything outside the trial. One said he heard Hill say "watch his body language" before Murdaugh testified, but said Hill's comment didn't change his mind.
"What matters is what the jurors heard," and whether that persuaded them to change their verdicts to guilty in a way that was anything other than the product of honest deliberation, prosecutor Creighton Walters said in closing. "You have 11 of them strong as a rock who said this verdict was not influenced," Waters said. "The evidence is overwhelming from the people who mattered."
Defense attorney Jim Griffin, in his closing, cited case law in arguing that any communication about a case from court staff to jurors is presumptively prejudicial. He said the defense clearly proved Hill made prejudicial comments to the jury, and "one of those jurors says it influenced my verdict. How is that not prejudice?"
Murdaugh's fall from his role as an attorney lording over his small county to a sentence of life without parole has been exhaustively covered by true crime shows, podcasts and bloggers.
Jury tampering is the basis for Murdaugh's appeal, but Toal set a difficult standard for his lawyers. She ruled the defense must prove that potential misconduct by Hill directly led jurors to change their minds to guilty.
The defense argued if they prove the jury was tampered with, it shouldn't matter whether a juror openly said their verdict changed, because even subtle influence could have kept Murdaugh from getting a fair trial.
Toal was Chief Justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court for 15 years before retiring. She was appointed by the current high court justices to rule on the juror misconduct allegations.
Toal also limited what could be asked of Hill, ruling out extensive questions about a criminal investigation into whether the elected clerk used her office for financial gain, emailed prosecutors with suggestions on how to discredit a defense expert, conspired with her son who is charged with wiretapping county phones, or plagiarized part of her book on the case using a passage from a BBC reporter who accidentally emailed her instead of her boss with a similar address.
"I'm very, very reluctant to turn this hearing about juror contact into a wholesale exploration about every piece of conduct by the clerk," Toal said.
Hill, in a sworn statement, has denied any jury tampering. She did admit to the lifting the writing of the BBC reporter.
"I did plagiarize ... and for that I am sorry," Hill said from the stand.
Even if Murdaugh, 55, gets a new murder trial he won't walk out free. He's also serving 27 years after admitting he stole $12 million from his law firm and from settlements he gained for clients on wrongful death and serious injury lawsuits. Murdaugh promised not to appeal that sentence as part of his plea deal.
But Murdaugh has remained adamant that he did not kill his younger son Paul with a shotgun and his wife Maggie with a rifle, since the moment he told deputies he found their bodies at their Colleton County home in 2021. He testified in his own defense.
Even if this effort fails, Murdaugh hasn't even started the regular appeals of his sentence, where his lawyers are expected to argue a number of reasons why his murder trial was unfair, including the judge allowing voluminous testimony of his financial crimes. They said this enabled prosecutors to smear Murdaugh with evidence not directly linked to the killings.
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PIB Group’s subsidiary, Campion Insurance, has expanded its Irish footprint with the acquisition of County Dublin-headquartered FitzGerald Flynn Insurances.
The growth trajectory of PIB in the Irish market has been facilitated through a series of acquisitions, including the recent addition of Munstergroup Insurance and Lir Insurance.
Established in 1998, FitzGerald Flynn Insurances offers a range of financial planning services and insurance products including home, car, life and business coverage.
The acquisition is expected to complement Campion Insurance’s already significant presence in Ireland.
On LinkedIn, Campion Insurance stated: “Led by Niall FitzGerald and Val Diggin, the addition of FitzGerald Flynn Insurances will complement our significant footprint in Ireland. Welcome Niall, Val and the wider team, we are looking forward to working with you.”
This acquisition marks the 20th by PIB in Ireland, demonstrating the group’s commitment to expanding its services in the region.
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By GlobalDataCampion Insurance has been spearheading PIB’s Irish operations since its own acquisition by the group in 2021.
Campion Insurance CEO Jim Campion said: “Niall, Val and the wider team have built a very successful business, with a strong portfolio of clients, and we look forward to working with them.”
Niall FitzGerald said: “The acquisition of our company by PIB Group is great news for our clients and team. A critical factor for us in deciding to sell to Campion Insurance was that they take an equally long-term and proactive attitude when partnering with their clients.
“We are delighted to now be part of the PIB Group and look forward to working with Jim and Campion Insurance to drive further growth of the business in Ireland.”
David Lucas of PKF O’Connor Leddy & Holmes advised Campion Insurance on the deal for FitzGerald Flynn.
Earlier this month, PIB, headquartered in the UK, announced three acquisitions in Spain; Aguirre Vila-Coro Correduría Seguros, Grupo IDDEAS and Javier Sánchez Consultores.
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media release: You may have seen Ian playing records at Gib’s, Ritual Barbers or Mickey’s…and we’re excited to welcome him for a handpicked collection of songs and an all vinyl soul, funk and disco set on Thursday, February 8th for his Lola’s debut! Get in the groove, y’all!
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Two Mompreneurs Team Up with Santander Bank Brooklyn for Vision '24 Power Luncheon & Event on February 3, 2024
The 5 Commitments Vision '24 Power Luncheon & Event: A Cutting-Edge Experience for the Brooklyn Community
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Prepare for an extraordinary event as The 5 Commitments Vision '24 Power Luncheon, Panel Session and Vision Strategy Workshop takes center stage on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Santander Bank Work Café on North 6th Street. This exclusive gathering not only offers personal growth but also provides attendees a chance to fulfill their banking needs in the innovative setting of Santander Work Café.
The 5 Commitments Vision '24 delves into the foundational aspects of life, exploring Purpose & Career, Money & Finance, Relationships, Health, and Self-Care. The event's structure, featuring a luncheon and panel discussion, goes beyond creating a vision strategy plan, equipping participants with practical tools to overcome obstacles hindering personal growth.
"We're excited to bring The 5 Commitments Vision '24 to Brooklyn's dynamic community. This event is about more than just setting goals; it's about making a commitment to oneself and taking actionable steps towards a more fulfilling life," says Osayamen Bartholomew, Co-Host and Founder of The Gift Agency.
"Whether you're a professional, student, parent, entrepreneur, retired, or simply curious about personal development, this event is for you!"
Partnering with Santander Bank - Work Café, operated by Aroma Coffee, adds a unique touch to the event. Santander Work Café, serving as a co-working space, neighborhood café, and bank, aligns perfectly with the collaborative spirit of The 5 Commitments Vision '24.
Rene Abdo, Co-Host and Founder of Mez En Place, expresses, "Our partnership with Santander Bank creates an inclusive space for personal development, networking, and collaboration. We appreciate Santander's commitment to supporting community events that foster growth and empowerment."
Panelists and speakers, including Nadia Murdock, Founder, Nadia Murdock Fit, Marsha Guerrier, Founder & CEO of HerSuiteSpot®, Sirobè Carstafhnur, CEO, SIROBÈ, Georgina Jean-Dusseck, Founder/CEO, J.D. Body Treats, and representatives from Santander bank will also provide resources for better financial health and address banking needs.
Tickets for the event are priced at $50, covering admission, luncheon, and materials. Complimentary headshots, courtesy of Sean Brooklyn Photography, will be provided to attendees. Jennifer Magazine, an online and digital magazine, is a media partner. Attendees can register at www.thegiftagency.com/events. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
The 5 Commitments event is committed to inclusion, open to all adults (male/female). For special accommodation and event accessibility, please contact admin@thegiftagency.com.
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Super Bowl LVIII is set: Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers. But before we dive into the Super Bowl rematch in Las Vegas we have to decompress from a wild Championship Sunday. Matt Harmon and Dalton Del Don recap the NFC and AFC title games and where the losing teams in Detroit and Baltimore go from here.
Del Don, a life long 49ers fan, also shares his experience being at Levi Stadium on Sunday and witnessing San Francisco's historic second half comeback.
To end the show the two look ahead at the matchups they'll be focused on the most in the Super Bowl and what a win would mean for the legacies of Patrick Mahomes and Brock Purdy.
0:35 - Dalton recounts his wild experience at the NFC title game
4:20 - Lions vs. 49ers: Did Detroit blow it or did Purdy take it?
16:58 - Where do the Lions go from here?
31:20 - Chiefs vs. Ravens: Mahomes, Reid and Spagnuolo are inevitable
40:30 - Where do the Ravens go from here?
44:33 - Which fantasy offensive ecosystem do you like more in 2024: Ravens or Lions?
50:15 - Yahoo Fantasy Football Show is going to the Super Bowl :)
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People with `close connections´ to the UK to be prioritised for social housing
People with “close connections” to the UK and their local area are to be favoured for social housing, the Government is to announce.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate a connection to the UK for at least 10 years and their local area for at least two years in an “overhaul” of the system.
Those with unspent criminal convictions or certain civil sanctions for anti-social behaviour could be banned from social housing for up to five years.
People who “repeatedly make their neighbours’ lives hell” through anti-social behaviour also face being evicted under a “three strikes and you’re out” policy.
Terrorists with certain convictions could also be blocked from living in social homes.
New social tenants on high incomes would also no longer qualify. The salary threshold is yet to be determined and existing tenants would not be affected.
(John Stillwell/PA)
Housing minister Lee Rowley said: “Today we are proposing further steps to make the allocation of social housing fairer for people.
“If you abuse the system, making people’s lives a misery, or actively work against our British values, you are making a choice – such choices will have consequences and our proposals seek to stop such people getting a social home.
“The message is clear: play by the rules, pay in and we will support you. If you choose not to, this country is not going to be a soft touch.
“The public want to know decent and hardworking people that have contributed to this country will be prioritised for new social tenancies.
“People already living in social homes want to know that anyone moving near them will be respectful of their neighbours with their communities protected from those who persistently break the law.
“That is why it is right that the finite resource of social housing is allocated fairly and local law-abiding citizens in need have more access to a home in their own communities.”
The Government has said it wants to bring in the reforms “as soon as possible” but is seeking the views of the public, councils, social housing tenants and providers.
A consultation will run until March 26 and can be accessed through an online survey.
The Government has suggested some of the measures may be implemented by secondary legislation which would mean they do not require a vote in Parliament.
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Title: The Legendary 1991 New York Giants Roster: A Glorious Era in Football History
Introduction:
In the realm of American football, few teams have left an indelible mark on the sport quite like the 1991 New York Giants roster. This talented group of players not only showcased exceptional skill and teamwork but also etched their names in the annals of football history. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating details of the 1991 Giants team, highlighting their achievements, interesting facts, and answering common questions that arise about this legendary roster.
Historical Overview:
The 1991 New York Giants roster was led by head coach Bill Parcells, who had already secured a Super Bowl victory in 1986. The team had an outstanding regular season record of 13 wins and 3 losses, clinching the NFC East division title. They advanced to the playoffs, eventually reaching the Super Bowl, where they faced off against the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXV.
Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Phil Simms’ Super Bowl Performance:
Phil Simms, the Giants’ quarterback, delivered a remarkable performance in Super Bowl XXV. He completed 22 out of 25 passes, achieving a staggering 88% completion rate, and earned the Most Valuable Player (MVP) title for his exceptional contribution.
2. The Giants’ Dominant Defense:
The 1991 Giants boasted one of the most formidable defenses in NFL history. Led by defensive coordinator Bill Belichick, the team utilized a well-coordinated defense strategy known as the “Big Blue Wrecking Crew.” This strategy involved aggressive pass rushing, stifling coverage, and disciplined tackling, resulting in the Giants allowing only 211 points during the regular season.
3. Lawrence Taylor’s Impact:
The iconic Lawrence Taylor, renowned for his ferociousness on the field, was a pivotal force in the Giants’ success. Despite facing numerous double-teams and often being the focus of opposing offenses, Taylor’s unmatched athleticism and football intelligence allowed him to record 10.5 sacks during the 1991 season.
4. Ottis Anderson’s Heroics:
Running back Ottis Anderson, known as “O.J.,” was instrumental in the Giants’ Super Bowl victory. At the age of 34, Anderson defied expectations by rushing for 102 yards on 21 carries and scoring a touchdown, earning him the Super Bowl MVP title.
5. The Legendary Super Bowl XXV Finish:
The 1991 Giants’ Super Bowl victory is etched in history for the thrilling finish. With just seconds remaining on the clock, Bills’ kicker Scott Norwood missed a potential game-winning field goal, securing the Giants’ 20-19 victory. This narrow margin emphasized the Giants’ resilience and showcased the importance of every play.
Common Questions and Answers:
1. Who were the key players on the 1991 New York Giants roster?
Key players included Phil Simms, Lawrence Taylor, Ottis Anderson, Mark Bavaro, Pepper Johnson, and Carl Banks.
2. How did the Giants’ defense contribute to their success?
The Giants’ defense, aptly named the “Big Blue Wrecking Crew,” played a pivotal role in their success. They allowed the fewest points in the league and were known for their tenacious pass rush and disciplined coverage.
3. What were the team’s strengths during the 1991 season?
The 1991 Giants were known for their dominant defense, strong running game, and efficient passing game led by Phil Simms.
4. Who was the head coach of the 1991 Giants?
Bill Parcells served as the head coach of the 1991 Giants roster.
5. How did the Giants fare in the playoffs that season?
The Giants had a successful playoff run, culminating in their Super Bowl victory against the Buffalo Bills.
6. What made Lawrence Taylor such a dominant player?
Lawrence Taylor’s exceptional athleticism, football intelligence, and relentless pursuit of the ball made him one of the most dominant defensive players in NFL history.
7. How did the Giants’ offensive line contribute to their success?
The Giants’ offensive line provided excellent protection for Phil Simms, enabling him to excel in the passing game and create opportunities for their running backs.
8. Were there any significant injuries that affected the team in 1991?
Yes, Phil Simms suffered a season-ending injury during Week 15, prompting Jeff Hostetler to step in as the starting quarterback.
9. What was the Giants’ regular season record in 1991?
The Giants finished the regular season with an impressive record of 13 wins and 3 losses.
10. How did Ottis Anderson’s performance impact the Super Bowl result?
Ottis Anderson’s performance in Super Bowl XXV, rushing for over 100 yards and scoring a touchdown, was critical to the Giants’ victory.
11. Did any players from the 1991 Giants roster attain individual honors?
Yes, Phil Simms and Ottis Anderson were both awarded Super Bowl MVP honors for their exceptional performances during the championship game.
12. How did the Giants’ defense perform in Super Bowl XXV?
The Giants’ defense played exceptionally well in Super Bowl XXV, stifling the high-powered Buffalo Bills offense and keeping them to just 19 points.
13. How did the Giants’ victory in Super Bowl XXV impact the franchise?
The Giants’ victory in Super Bowl XXV not only solidified their status as one of the most successful franchises in NFL history but also showcased their resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
14. What were the key moments that led to the Giants’ victory in Super Bowl XXV?
The Giants’ victory in Super Bowl XXV was largely influenced by their time of possession control, limiting Buffalo’s offensive opportunities, and Scott Norwood’s missed field goal in the closing seconds.
15. How does the 1991 Giants roster compare to other legendary teams in NFL history?
The 1991 Giants roster is widely regarded as one of the greatest teams in NFL history, primarily due to their exceptional defense, strong leadership, and ability to perform under pressure.
Final Thoughts:
The 1991 New York Giants roster left an indelible mark on the sport of football. Their dominant defense, resilient performances in critical moments, and the thrilling Super Bowl victory have forever cemented their place in NFL history. This talented group of players continues to be celebrated as one of the greatest teams to ever grace the gridiron, inspiring future generations to strive for excellence in the sport.
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The Conners' Laurie Metcalf, Lecy Goranson, & Emma Kenney Reveal How Season 6 Still 'Walks A Fine Line' - Exclusive
For many TV viewers, there's something comforting about seeing an average family depicted on screen. This is certainly true of ABC's "The Conners," which effortlessly blends humor with real-world hardships such as financial insecurity, job hunting, failed marriages, death, addiction, and more.
On February 7, this relatability continues when "The Conners" Season 6 premieres on ABC, picking up right where the previous season left off: Jackie Harris (Laurie Metcalf) isn't having the easiest time running The Lunchbox, Becky Conner (Lecy Goranson) is living with Darlene Conner (Sara Gilbert) and Ben Olinsky (Jay R. Ferguson) as she pursues a new chapter in life, and Harris Conner (Emma Kenney) is trying to figure out her next endeavor.
In an exclusive interview with Looper, Metcalf, Goranson, and Kenney share details about "The Conners" Season 6. This includes the impact of the strike on production, how show writers "walk a very fine line" of tackling serious issues while incorporating humor, and what it's like to have the glamorous presence of Estelle Parsons, who is returning as Jackie's mother Beverly Harris, on set.
Excited to be back
How does it feel to be entering the sixth season?
Laurie Metcalf: Feels fantastic. Especially coming off the strike, and we were all chomping at the bit to get back. And here we are and we're working on Episode 4 this week.
Lecy Goranson: We did two episodes and then we were off for Christmas break for two weeks, and I thought, "Why are we ..." We're off for break normally during the season when we hit that time ... We've been working for, what, three months? And so this time we had just started, so I'm like, "Break already? I want to keep going." So I'm cooking Christmas dinner with my dad and he's like, "Why are you distracted?" I'm like, "Because I want to be back at work." We just got back, feels great.
How soon after the strike ended did you start?
Emma Kenney: I think we were the second show back to production. I want to say the first one was also at the studio, but we were I think a day after them. So we were very blessed to be able to go back to work so soon.
Goranson: It was a couple weeks. I think ABC wanted to give the writers some more time, which makes sense.
What can audiences expect?
When we enter the new season, where are all of your characters at in life?
Metcalf: Well, Jackie is still managing The Lunchbox, which she owns, and it is coming into some problems. It's always a struggle to make that place work, and so she's having to deal with that. And she's also sort of rethinking if that's where she wants to put all of her energies. So I don't know where it's headed, but she's having second thoughts about working there.
Goranson: Becky's still working at The Lunchbox. She's still in school getting her social worker degree, and she still has, obviously, her daughter, Beverly Rose, and she has a new man in her life, Tyler, played by Sean Astin. And I think that this season, she's ready to introduce him to the family, which I think she has some anxiety about, for obvious reasons, because the family is a lot.
Kenney: This season, Harris is figuring out her next moves into adulthood and which paths she wants to take. And I think she's having some second thoughts on her previous decision on being a tattoo artist and that career move.
Tackling the serious issues
I love that this show, it's obviously a comedy, but it covers some really serious topics, like death, addiction, and alcoholism. Lecy, what has it been like portraying Becky's journey to sobriety? Have you gotten any feedback from fans who maybe can relate?
Goranson: Yeah, it's so powerful. It's so funny because I feel such joy at work every day. It's funny and the lines are funny and we have a good time. But sometimes when people approach me about the show, they are so emotionally connected. It's not just "ha ha ha." And people have talked to me ... A lot of people say to me that they hope that Becky gets a break. I think they can feel her efforts. They can feel her pain. It's so interesting to think about how those moments ... because sometimes we shoot out of order and whether there's a pandemic or there's whatever has been happening all these years that we've been on the show, but that those moments really resonate with people in a really profound way. And I just think it's so cool that a comedy like ours can also do that. I feel like that's our legacy and I feel like we're still doing it and I feel like it doesn't take away the joy and the laughter. It just adds to it. It just adds more depth and dimension. But yeah, I always wonder if the writers are going to have her in a position where she is up against something. But it seems like she is in a pretty healthy way right now. So it seems like she's finding a lot of balance in her life.
If you or anyone you know needs help with addiction issues, help is available. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
Fans can relate to The Conners' struggles
And another big piece, it depicts the working middle class population so well, especially today. Groceries are so expensive, people have to find a million different jobs to make ends meet. Can you speak to that end of the show, how it's relatable?
Kenney: Yeah, I think "The Conners" is really broadcasting a group of people that possibly have been overlooked on mainstream media before. I know I have spoken to so many people that watch the show and are fans and relate, and maybe their families have gone through similar situations, and they say that the show helps them. It helps make them laugh at the end of the day and they feel more seen and heard. And I think that's so special while doing a show, to be able to connect to people.
Metcalf: The writers managed to walk a very fine line of tackling issues or just even day-to-day situations. The family talks about money quite a bit. It's always an issue. It's never gone away all these decades that the show has been on, it's still relevant. And yet they can take those situations and find some humor in them. And I think that can be comforting to watch from your home.
Beverly's return
Fans also enjoy how, over the years, there have been some famous faces that pop in, like Matthew Broderick and Ozzy Osbourne. With the new season, can we expect any more?
Metcalf: I think we can, but we just don't know who they are until we get on the set ourselves sometimes or look at the cast list. All that's done somewhere else far, far away until we ...
Kenney: Neverland.
Metcalf: Neverland. Then we walk on the set and say, "Oh, my God, look who's here."
Kenney: We see a cool name on the call sheet.
Metcalf: Yeah, yeah.
Kenney: It's a fun feeling.
Goranson: But we have had Estelle Parsons back already, which is incredible. She's like our collective hero. She-ro. And she just blows in from New York and from whatever she's doing, directing or whatever. She's always doing something and then she just shows up and just blows all our minds.
Kenney: She's so glamorous too, the way she walks onto set. And she always is off-book and she's so smart and together. It's really impressive [and] cool to see at her age.
Goranson: And it's great fun to watch her with Laurie because they're both such theater pros and they have just such depth to their relationship. That mother-daughter situation is so, so powerful. Maybe too powerful.
"The Conners" Season 6 premieres on February 7 at 8 p.m. EST on ABC.
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NORFOLK, Va. -- Old Dominion scoring leader Vasean Allette has been dismissed from the team for "conduct unbecoming of a Monarch," interim coach Kieran Donohue said.
Donohue made the announcement Sunday, one day after he said Allette was suspended and did not play in a 76-70 home loss to Georgia Southern.
Allette, a freshman guard from Toronto, was averaging 17.4 points for Old Dominion, second in the Sun Belt Conference. He had started the first 18 games before coming off the bench in a 78-62 home loss to James Madison on Wednesday.
Allette also was leading the Monarchs (5-16, 1-8) in rebounding, assists and steals.
Donohue stepped in as the Monarchs' interim coach when Jeff Jones took a leave from the team for the rest of the season while dealing with health concerns.
The 63-year-old Jones is recovering from a heart attack suffered Dec. 20 at the Diamond Head Classic in Honolulu and also is battling prostate cancer.
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An engineer in Huntsville, Ala. is suing the defense contractor Parsons Corporation for discrimination, arguing he was fired for speaking his native Hindi language at work.
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An engineer in Huntsville, Ala. is suing the defense contractor Parsons Corporation for discrimination, arguing he was fired for speaking his native Hindi language at work.
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9 suspected of drug dealing in San Francisco's Tenderloin arraigned
SAN FRANCISCO – Nine people suspected of drug dealing in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood were arraigned Thursday, prosecutors said, amid an ongoing crackdown on drug sales.
According to District Attorney Brooke Jenkins' office, each person was alleged to have sold drugs to undercover San Francisco police officers. Five of the nine suspects are alleged to have engaged in drug dealing while released on their own recognizance in other felony narcotics cases.
All nine people pleaded not guilty to their charges.
"Open-air drug markets in the Tenderloin and SOMA pose grave public safety risks and all levels of government must work together to protect this community and the safety of the public," said Jenkins.
During Thursday's arraignments, the DA's office moved to detain seven of the defendants pending trial, citing public safety risk. The court granted motions to detain without prejudice for six of the suspects, and set bail for the seventh.
Meanwhile, two suspects were released by the court. One received electronic monitoring, search conditions and an order to stay at least 150 yards away from Ellis and Hyde streets. The other person was ordered to stay at least 150 yards from Eddy and Larkin streets.
Since last May, local and state law enforcement agencies have deployed additional resources to crack down on drug sales in the Tenderloin and South of Market neighborhoods. In an update in late December, officials said nearly 700 people had been arrested for drug sales in the two neighborhoods since the start of the crackdown.
At least 326 pounds of narcotics, including 176 pounds of fentanyl were also seized during that timeframe. The data does not include arrests and seizures outside of the two neighborhoods or efforts made by federal agencies.
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Tate Sullivan is an exceptional student who comes to school and works hard every day! We can count on him to do things the Wrangler Way, as he is always safe, kind, and helpful. Tate makes sure to do his very best work, he is attentive, thoughtful, and has such a positive attitude toward learning. Above all else, Tate is a great friend and helper to all. If he sees someone in need, he is always willing to step in and help. Way to lead the way, Tate, keep up the good work!
Mrs. McFarland & Mrs. Sullivan, Kindergarten
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Many communities affected most by San Diego's flooding were low-income, with a majority of Latino and Black residents. The impact highlights the inequality in public investment for climate resiliency.
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Many communities affected most by San Diego's flooding were low-income, with a majority of Latino and Black residents. The impact highlights the inequality in public investment for climate resiliency.
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Questions about the possibility of a low-level regional war in the Middle East are rising after attacks there have escalated in the past 24 hours.
On Sunday, an aerial drone strike killed three United States service membersand injured at least 34 others. The strike happened at a support base known as Tower 22 in northeast Jordan near the Syrian border and likely hit a barracks.
"We had a tough day last night in the Middle East. We lost three brave souls," President Biden said on Monday. "And we shall respond."
This is the first fatal attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East since the war in Gaza broke out following the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel that left some 1,200 people dead.
U.S. considers response to attack on base in Jordan
An Iran-backed umbrella group of militias called the Islamic Resistance in Iraq said it was behind the attack, but Iran denied involvement. The group called it revenge for America's military presence in the region and the Palestinian deaths in Gaza. More than 26,000 people have been killed since the beginning of Israel's war on Hamas, according to the health ministry in Gaza.
There have been about 160 attacks on U.S. bases in the region since the Gaza war broke out, according to the Pentagon.
"There will be a response" to Sunday's attack, John Kirby, spokesman for the National Security Council, told NPR's Steve Inskeep on Monday, and it will be "calibrated to hopefully have a better effect on the decision-making of these groups."
"We're going to take the right time to make the appropriate response decisions in the wake of this attack," he said. "The president has taken this very seriously."
President Biden met on Monday with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines and others, including his Middle East envoy Brett McGurk, to discuss the growing threats.
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Other strikes in Syria and the Gulf of Aden
Meanwhile, the Associated Press reportedthat the Syrian military said that Israeli strikes outside the capital Damascus on Monday killed and wounded several people.
Syrian state media said that among the dead were "a number of Iranian advisers," Reuters reported. Israel declined to comment on the strikes.
The AP also reportedon Monday that Yemen's Houthi rebels said they attacked a U.S. Navy mobile base in the Gulf of Aden. The claim was denied by the U.S.
The Iranian-backed Houthis have been attacking international cargo ships in the Red Sea with drones and missiles since November. They have said it is a reaction to Israel's war in Gaza. The U.S has responded with its own strikes.
Kirby described Sunday's attack in Jordan as "escalatory" but insisted that the U.S. was not, however, talking about the latest spike in violence as a regional war.
"We do not want to see a wider conflict," Kirby said. "In fact, everything the president has done since the seventh of October has really been designed to try to de-escalate, to try to prevent a wider conflict. ... We are not looking for a war with Iran."
Nevertheless, an expert on the region told NPR Monday that the U.S. already appears to be swept up in a low-grade war.
"There have been some backchannel communications between Washington and Tehran to say they don't want the war that has been playing out since Oct. 7 between Israel and Gaza to expand," Robin Wright, a distinguished fellow at the Wilson Center, told Morning Edition's Inskeep.
"But frankly, I think we've crossed that threshold now," she said. "The danger is that you see the Americans going in to try to prevent a wider war, to contain the violence, and instead only providing more targets."
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BCB 2024 top Cubs prospects countdown: 21 to 25
The countdown of the 25 best Cubs prospects starts with some promising arms and one really big bat.
The countdown of the 25 best Cubs prospects starts with some promising arms and one really big bat.
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The Times reported in September 2020 that Trump paid only $750 in federal income tax in 2016 and 2017.
Washington: A former Internal Revenue Service (IRS) contractor who leaked former US president Donald Trump's tax returns to the media was sentenced to five years in prison on Monday.
Charles Littlejohn, 38, pleaded guilty in October to unlawfully disclosing tax information.
US District Judge Ana Reyes imposed the maximum penalty of five years in prison at the ex-IRS contractor's sentencing in Washington on Monday.
Littlejohn was accused by federal prosecutors of leaking the tax returns of a "high-ranking government official" to a news organization.
Neither the official nor the news outlet were identified by the Justice Department but it has been widely reported in US media that the tax returns were those of Trump and the news organization was The New York Times.
The Times reported in September 2020 that Trump, who has refused to make his tax returns public, paid only $750 in federal income tax in 2016 and 2017, and none at all for 10 of the previous 15 years.
Littlejohn was also accused of leaking the tax information of thousands of the wealthiest individuals in the United States to another unidentified news outlet.
That outlet is believed to be ProPublica, a nonprofit journalism organization which published extensive reports in June 2021 based on the tax information, a project it dubbed "The Secret IRS Files."
"Charles Littlejohn abused his position as a consultant at the Internal Revenue Service by disclosing thousands of Americans' federal tax returns and other private financial information to news organizations," Acting Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri said in a statement.
"He violated his responsibility to safeguard the sensitive information that was entrusted to his care, and now he is a convicted felon," Argentieri added.
According to court filings, Littlejohn accessed tax returns on an IRS database and saved them on multiple personal storage devices, including an iPod.
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
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Rebellions lands $124M to develop its new AI Rebel chip with Samsung
Rebellions, a South Korean fabless AI chip startup, said today it has closed $124 million (165 billion KRW) in a Series B round of funding to develop its third AI chip, called Rebel. The startup will also use the new capital, oversubscribed with an initial target of $90 million, to ramp up production of its data center-focused chip, Atom, and for hiring.
This Series B values the three-year-old startup at approximately $658 million (880 billion KRW) post-money, CFO of Rebellions Sungkyue Shin said in an exclusive interview with TechCrunch. This latest capital infusion brings the total raised to around $210 million since Rebellions' inception in 2020.
KT, the South Korean telecom giant, led this latest round as a strategic investor. Previous backers Temasek's Pavilion Capital and Korea Development Bank, and new investors including Korelya Capital and DG Daiwa Ventures, also participated.
Rebellions' fundraise comes at a key moment in the chip industry, specifically around the development and use of AI chips.
Nvidia is the AI chip market leader, its name synonymous with the AI boom that is currently sweeping the technology world. Many have observed how Nvidia has thrived in part because of the moat created around an ecosystem of hardware and software. But it's far from game-over for the rest of the field. Data processing and related high costs continue to be major issues when it comes to AI applications, so the scramble continues in the search for innovative breakthroughs to improve these.
Developments are coming from multiple fronts. Big Tech titans such as Google, Amazon, Apple and Microsoft develop or have their own chips to integrate AI into their products and services. Open AI chief executive officer Sam Altman reportedly visited South Korea last week to meet the country's chip industry leaders, Samsung and SK Hynix. Beyond that, Open AI is said to be raising billions of dollars to set up chip fabrication factories, to make its own AI chips. And there are a number of startups beyond Rebellions bringing new concepts to the table to speed up processing while improving efficiency.
Team up with Samsung
This fundraise -- which has been rumored for months -- comes on the heels of other moves at the startup. Last October, Rebellions announced that it would develop its newest Rebel chip in partnership with Samsung Electronics, building on a relationship it initially forged around its Atoms chips. The two companies aim to complete the development of Rebel by the end of this year and start mass production in 2025, Shin said, adding that the next-generation AI chip will target the generative AI market running large language models (LLMs) and hyperscalers.
Shin told TechCrunch that Rebel will use Samsung Electronics' 4-nanometer fabrication process, and that its AI chip will be deployed in Samsung's advanced memory chip technology HBM3E, designed to handle high bandwidth memory, used for building and operating large language models. Rebellions' unique selling point is a claim that its technology and products have more versatility than customized AI chips, meaning they can support various generative AI models that need AI accelerators.
The company CFO stressed that Rebellions will cooperate with Samsung from co-development and chip design to mass production of Rebel. There is a second motivation for Samsung's work here: Aside from its efforts in chips, South Korea's largest memory chip maker has been working on its own generative AI model, Samsung Gauss.
ATOM and ION
It's also been working with customers using its previous generations of chips. In May 2023, Rebellions' strategic investor, KT, installed Atom, Rebellions' data-center targeted AI chip, in its cloud-based neural processing units (NPU) infrastructure. Rebellions says it expects to generate revenues from Atom in the second half of this year and will continue to produce that chip model via Samsung's 5-nanometer fabrication process. Atom is designed for data centers and language models of up to 7 billion parameters, while Rebel targets larger large language models, Shin noted.
Meanwhile, the startup's first AI chip, Ion, which was launched in November 2021, is in the process of qualification testing in the U.S. and has yet to sign on any commercial customers. Ion is designed for edge computing and one key use case, the company believes, will be in financial services applications, where larger institutions building their own hardware could use the chips to power stock prediction and trading applications.
Rebellions CEO Sunghyun Park, a former quant developer at Morgan Stanley in New York, and four co-founders set up the AI chip startup in 2020.
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Global specialty (re)insurer Canopius has appointed Angelos Deftereos as head of structured credit and Boris Medimorec and Virad Patel as underwriters in its credit & political risk team in London.
They take up their roles with immediate effect while Dimitri Plastiras joins the APAC team in February as an underwriter.
Deftereos brings over two decades of experience to Canopius. He joins from Volante Global, where he held the position of managing director – structured finance, specialising in significant risk transfer (SRT) insurance, a growth area that he will lead in his new role.
Medimorec joins from UK Export Finance having previously spent two years with AJ Gallagher and almost 15 years with MUFG as managing director.
In addition, Patel comes from ING, having spent 10 years at the bank across risk, origination, and distribution functions. Most recently, he held the position of vice president for loan capital markets.
Plastiras was most recently associate director for debt advisory services at KPMG in Sydney.
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By GlobalDataPatrick Sheriff, head of credit & political risk – London, said: “Adding such high calibre professionals to our team demonstrates Canopius’ long-term commitment to this class. Their collective skillset diversifies and complements our existing pool of expertise, and we are excited to welcome them as we look to strengthen our lead position in this market.”
Jamie Jeffers, head of credit and political risk – APAC, added: “Credit and Political Risk remains a key global class of business for Canopius, particularly with the rising economic and political volatility on the international stage. We are delighted to welcome Dimitri to the team in APAC, further strengthening our capacity to support clients in managing their evolving risks. The outstanding calibre of all our recent additions demonstrates our ambition to secure and invest in talented professionals to maintain and grow our market leading position.”
Canopius appointed Robert Barnum as underwriter – professional lines, Australia and Asia Pacific earlier in the year.
Based in Sydney, Barnum brings over 10 years of financial lines experience to Canopius, recently holding the role of head of professional lines & cyber Asia Pacific as AXIS Capital.
Prior to this, he held similar roles at AXA XL and Lloyd’s Syndicate Catlin in Australia.
Furthermore, Barnum will expand the Canopius operation in the region by establishing a professional lines practice across Asia Pacific.
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Cameron aims to stop Middle East conflict from `spilling over´ during new visit
Lord Cameron will pledge that Britain will “do everything” it can to prevent the Israel-Hamas war from “spilling over borders” during a return visit to the Middle East.
The Cabinet minister will this week make his fourth visit to the region since being appointed Foreign Secretary in November as he presses for a de-escalation of tensions.
Starting in Oman, the senior Conservative peer is expected to call for stability amid Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and an immediate pause in the conflict in Gaza as he looks to work diplomatically to stop the Israel-Hamas war from escalating into a wider conflict.
An attack by Iran-backed militia in Jordan over the weekend that killed three US troops and left dozens injured has stoked fresh fears of a western confrontation with Tehran.
The UK, the US and other allies have looked to police the Red Sea after the Houthis, another Iran-backed rebel group, based in Yemen, began targeting commercial shipping on the vital global trade route in recent months.
The US and the UK launched a second round of joint strikes against the rebels but it appears to have done little to deter the Houthi missiles.
A British-linked oil tanker went up in flames after a strike claimed by the Yemen-based group on Friday, before a further attack on HMS Diamond, a Royal Navy destroyer stationed in the Red Sea, was repelled.
Speaking before his return to the Middle East, Lord Cameron said: “The Houthis continue to attack ships in the Red Sea, risking lives, delaying vital aid getting to the Yemeni people and disrupting global trade.
HMS Diamond fired its Sea Viper missile to shoot down a drone over the Red Sea (MoD/Crown Copyright/PA)
“And we cannot ignore the risk that the conflict in Gaza spreads, spilling over borders into other countries in the region.
“We will do everything we can to make sure that does not happen – escalation and instability is in nobody’s interests.
“In Gaza, there is an urgent need for an immediate pause to allow aid in and hostages out.
“We are determined to do all we can to press for a sustainable ceasefire, and are stepping up our engagement with countries in the region to make sure that happens.”
The Foreign Office said the Red Sea crisis is likely to form a “major focus” of the former prime minister’s discussions during the trip.
Officials described the visit as an opportunity to advance the Foreign Secretary’s proposal for a so-called contact group — which he wants to see formed between the UK, the US, key European Union states, Turkey and Gulf and Arab countries — that can use a potential future pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas to “build momentum towards a lasting solution”.
In Oman, the Foreign Secretary is expected to meet his Omani counterpart Sayyid Badr Albusaidi to discuss de-escalating rising tensions across the region.
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Greg Olsen drew rave reviews for his commentary during Sunday's NFC championship game on Fox.
Social media lit up with praise as Olsen correctly identified at kickoff San Francisco's exploitability against the run before the Detroit Lions reeled off 148 yards and three touchdowns on the ground before halftime.
That praise reflected the general assessment of Olsen's performance as the analyst on Fox's No. 1 broadcast team. He provides poignant insights into the game and informs viewers of relevant information that they might not otherwise be aware of. He's a pleasure to listen to. He's good at his job.
Barring something unexpected, Sunday was Olsen's last day on that job alongside lead play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt. Thanks to Fox's deal with Tom Brady, Olsen is in line for a demotion. The question now for Olsen if he is demoted: will he stay or will he go?
Is Tom Brady ready to step up?
Brady's expected to step into Olsen's role in the fall with Fox slated to broadcast next season's Super Bowl. Fox signed Brady in 2022 to a 10-year, $375 million contract to take over as its lead game analyst pending his retirement from the NFL.
He was initially slated to take on the position for the 2023 season but put the job on hold for a year after an offseason of pondering continuing his NFL career. He ultimately retired, but wanted a year to prepare so he can "be great at what I do." Brady's since reiterated his plan to start in 2024, but Fox has yet to confirm the plans for next season's broadcast teams.
That meant another year for Olsen on Fox's No. 1 team, a position that he and Burkhardt took over when Joe Buck and Troy Aikman left for ESPN for the 2022 season. Olsen's proven himself in two years in the spotlight as a top-tier announcer. This is in a role where criticism regularly veers into vitriol from fans and media critics alike. Meanwhile, there's nothing to indicate Brady's competence for the job. We'll all have to wait and see.
Assuming that Brady does take over, Olsen's in line for a significant pay cut. Per the New York Post's Andrew Marchand, Olsen's five-year contract with Fox is worth $10 million annually when he's calling game's on the network's No. 1 team. On the No. 2 team, Olsen's contract will pay him $3 million per year.
His contract also offers him an out. Per Marchand, Olsen has an opt-out clause that allows him to seek a role with another network in the event that he's bumped from the No. 1 Fox team. This, of course, would require an opening at another network.
Will Greg Olsen have options?
Tony Romo is the lead analyst at CBS alongside Jim Nantz. Romo has a $180 million deal with the network through 2030. Cris Collinsworth is the top analyst at NBC alongside Mike Tirico. He was reportedly in contract talks in 2021 to extend through 2025 at $12.5 million annually. The results of those talks weren't made public, but he remains a fixture at NBC
Kirk Herbstreit will enter his second season calling games alongside Al Michaels at Amazon. He reportedly makes $10 million annually in the role that allows him to continue covering college football on a long-term deal at ESPN. And Aikman has the "Monday Night Football" gig at ESPN locked up alongside longtime partner Joe Buck. He'll enter the third year next season of a reported five-year, $92.5 million contract.
This is all to say that there are no No. 1 analyst openings in sight. What's a No. 1-caliber talent to do when faced with playing second chair to an unproven but immensely marketable Brady while facing a $7 million pay cut?
Without the prospect of another No. 1 gig, it may add up to Olsen remaining at Fox on the No. 2 team while eyeing his next shot at a top job. Which would be a boon for Fox. For now, it's a waiting game dependent on Brady actually taking over.
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Title: The 1992 Green Bay Packers Roster: A Glimpse into the Team’s Legacy
Introduction:
The 1992 Green Bay Packers roster holds a special place in the hearts of football fans. Led by head coach Mike Holmgren and legendary quarterback Brett Favre, this team showcased immense talent and resilience, leaving a lasting impact on the sport. In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of the 1992 Packers roster, highlighting five interesting facts and tricks, followed by fifteen common questions with their respective answers. Finally, we will reflect on the team’s legacy and its significance in the history of football.
5 Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Brett Favre’s Breakout Season: The 1992 season marked Brett Favre’s first year as a starting quarterback for the Packers. Despite facing initial struggles, including a five-interception game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Favre finished the season with 3,227 passing yards and 18 touchdowns, setting the stage for an illustrious career.
2. Sterling Sharpe’s Dominance: Wide receiver Sterling Sharpe was a force to be reckoned with during the 1992 season. He led the league in receptions (108), receiving yards (1,461), and receiving touchdowns (13). Sharpe’s exceptional performance earned him a Pro Bowl selection and cemented his place as one of the best receivers of his time.
3. Reggie White’s Impactful Debut: The 1992 season marked the Green Bay debut of defensive end Reggie White, who was acquired as a free agent. White’s presence on the roster transformed the Packers’ defense, leading them to rank second in the league for sacks that season. His leadership and dominance on the field set the tone for future success.
4. The “Cardiac Pack” Moniker: The 1992 Packers gained the nickname “Cardiac Pack” due to their ability to win games in dramatic fashion. They won six games by a touchdown or less, showcasing their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. This reputation only further endeared them to their fans.
5. Holmgren’s Coaching Brilliance: Head coach Mike Holmgren masterfully guided the 1992 Packers, implementing a successful West Coast offense that maximized Favre’s abilities. Holmgren’s strategic play-calling and attention to detail propelled the team to a playoff berth, ending a drought that spanned over a decade.
15 Common Questions and Answers:
1. Who was the head coach of the 1992 Green Bay Packers?
– The head coach of the 1992 Packers was Mike Holmgren.
2. Who was the starting quarterback for the Packers in 1992?
– Brett Favre served as the starting quarterback for the Packers in 1992.
3. How did Brett Favre perform in his first season as a starter?
– Despite initial struggles, Favre finished the season with 3,227 passing yards and 18 touchdowns.
4. Which player led the league in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns in 1992?
– Sterling Sharpe led the league in all three categories, cementing his dominance as a wide receiver.
5. Who was the key defensive acquisition for the Packers in 1992?
– Defensive end Reggie White was the key acquisition for the Packers in 1992.
6. How did Reggie White impact the Packers’ defense?
– White’s presence transformed the Packers’ defense, leading them to rank second in the league for sacks that season.
7. Why were the Packers called the “Cardiac Pack”?
– The Packers were called the “Cardiac Pack” due to their ability to win games in dramatic fashion.
8. What offensive strategy did Mike Holmgren employ?
– Holmgren implemented a successful West Coast offense that maximized Favre’s abilities.
9. How many games did the Packers win by a touchdown or less in 1992?
– The Packers won six games by a touchdown or less in 1992.
10. Did the 1992 Packers make the playoffs?
– Yes, the 1992 Packers made the playoffs, ending a decade-long drought.
11. Who did the Packers face in the playoffs?
– The Packers faced the Dallas Cowboys in the playoffs but were eliminated in the divisional round.
12. What was the overall record of the 1992 Packers?
– The 1992 Packers finished the regular season with a record of 9-7.
13. How many Pro Bowl selections did the Packers have in 1992?
– The Packers had four Pro Bowl selections in 1992: Brett Favre, Sterling Sharpe, Reggie White, and Robert Brooks.
14. Did the 1992 Packers have any notable rookies?
– Yes, the 1992 Packers had a notable rookie in Robert Brooks, who went on to have a successful career as a wide receiver.
15. What was the lasting impact of the 1992 Packers roster?
– The 1992 Packers roster laid the foundation for future success, with Favre, Sharpe, and White becoming iconic figures in the sport while setting the stage for the Packers’ Super Bowl victory in 1996.
Final Thoughts:
The 1992 Green Bay Packers roster will forever be remembered as a pivotal moment in the team’s history. With the emergence of Brett Favre, the dominance of Sterling Sharpe, and the impact of Reggie White, this team revitalized the franchise and set the stage for future success. The “Cardiac Pack” moniker symbolizes their ability to win games under pressure, while head coach Mike Holmgren’s coaching brilliance helped shape a new era for the Packers. The 1992 roster serves as a reminder of the determination and talent that can propel a team to greatness, leaving an indelible mark on the sport of football.
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Taylor Swift & The Rigged Super Bowl: A Wild NFL Conspiracy Theory Explained
On Sunday, January 28, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 to secure a spot in the 2024 Super Bowl — and some factions of football fans think the National Football League rigged the entire situation.
Why would the NFL want to ensure the Chiefs face off against the San Francisco 49ers on February 11? It might have something to do with the team's all-star tight end, Travis Kelce, widely regarded as one of the best to ever play the position ... and his high-profile romance with global superstar Taylor Swift. The two have been dating since the summer of 2023, as Swift revealed in the profile that accompanied her Time Person of the Year cover; after Kelce attended her Eras Tour stop in Kansas City in July, he tried to pass a friendship bracelet to her adorned with his phone number. The rest is history, as Swift says they started spending time together shortly thereafter.
The "Midnights" singer-songwriter has been faithfully attending Kansas City Chiefs games since September, so it stands to reason that she'll rush back from her Tokyo show on February 10 to support Kelce at the Super Bowl. So, what's the root of the conspiracy? Basically, Swift's sheer popularity would help boost the event's ratings.
Some people think the NFL engineered a Kansas City Chiefs win
So why are some fans — who, frankly, probably aren't fans of either the Kansas City Chiefs or San Francisco 49ers — speculating about this? Again, this is all based on the fact that Taylor Swift happens to drive a lot of attention toward the NFL, which is already enormously popular with Americans (there's a reason that companies spend ludicrous amounts of money just to air commercials during the Super Bowl whether or not Swift is attending). That said, Swift's presence at the games did boost ratings even more, and merch like Kelce's jersey also oversold as she kept attending. Some people took the theory entirely too far, like failed presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
The entrepreneur took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share his wild idea, which reads as follows: "I wonder who's going to win the Super Bowl next month. And I wonder if there's a major presidential endorsement coming from an artificially culturally propped-up couple this fall. Just some wild speculation over here, let's see how it ages over the next 8 months." Yes, that's right; not only does Ramaswamy think it's rigged, but he thinks Swift and Kelce's relationship is fake and that it's all related to politics.
Let's look at the facts for a moment. The Kansas City Chiefs are, frankly, a very good team. Kelce is one of the best tight ends in NFL history. The Chiefs have already won Super Bowls with Kelce on the team. Is this all rigged, though? And does it have anything to do with the 2024 election?
There's also a political conspiracy theory about Taylor Swift and her guy on the Chiefs
That's right — there are two conspiracy theories about Taylor Swift making the rounds as of press time, and 2024 has only just truly begun. The other is related to the 2024 election, as Vivek Ramaswamy mentioned in his musings. Not only do some people think the NFL is propping up Swift, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs for ratings bliss, they also think that Swift is a political asset; in fact, Fox News already accused her of being a Pentagon plant (which the Pentagon actually had to deny).
Right as the NFL conspiracies about Swift and Kelce were heating up, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was forced to invoke the Hatch Act during a briefing — which bars federal employees from some political activities — when asked if President Joe Biden would attend an Eras Tour show to ask Swift to endorse him this November. Jean-Pierre demurred due to this rule before saying her office has plenty of "Swifties" and saying she can't comment on the president's upcoming campaign schedule.
To be clear, Swift encouraged her fans to sign up to vote in the fall of 2023 and encouraged over 35,000 fans to register. She has not endorsed anyone for President, nor is she, per the Pentagon, a plant.
Do any of these conspiracy theories hold water?
No. They don't.
Neither Taylor Swift nor Travis Kelce is a particularly good actor, despite their myriad of other talents; their connection is refreshingly genuine, and Swifties across the world are embracing the couple's public displays of affection. The National Football League isn't rigging anything for the Kansas City Chiefs, a solid team who were primed to lock in another Super Bowl appearance based off their roster and talent alone. The Super Bowl is one of the most-watched events of each year and would be whether or not Swift attends. Yes, her presence will draw audiences that might not watch otherwise, but the Super Bowl will, to be clear, do just fine even if Swift isn't there for some reason.
Swift and Kelce are two of the most recognizable people in the world right now, and the highs of their public relationship were bound to inspire some bizarre theories. Once again, though — they're all quite baseless. Swift's Eras Tour resumes in Tokyo, Japan, on February 7, and the Super Bowl showdown between the Chiefs and 49ers takes place on February 11 at 6:30 PM EST.
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MILWAUKEE -- Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins says he should have few limitations in his first spring with his new team after missing the entire 2023 season with a torn left ACL.
"I'll be stoked to get on the field," Hoskins said Monday in a Zoom news conference after agreeing last week to a $34 million, two-year contract that includes an opt-out after this season. "I'm pretty bored as a competitor in not having played in so long."
Hoskins injured a knee in March 2023 while fielding a grounder in a spring training game with the Philadelphia Phillies -- the team he had spent his entire major league career with before joining the Brewers.
"There's definitely still some things that I've had to accomplish over the offseason just to progress with the rehab, but February 1st will be coming up right at about 10½ months, 11 months [since the injury]," Hoskins said. "So that by the time I get to Arizona for spring, I'm sure I'll be eased back in because it's been a year or so since I've been on the field, but I really should have little to no limitations once we get there and once games start, which is just exciting for me."
Hoskins, who turns 31 on March 17, should fill a major void for the Brewers as a power-hitting first baseman. Hoskins batted .246 with a .332 on-base percentage, 30 homers and 79 RBI in 2022, which marked his fourth season with at least 27 homers.
He has a career average of .242 with a .353 on-base percentage, .492 slugging percentage, 148 homers and 405 RBI in 667 regular-season games. In nine career games at Milwaukee, Hoskins has batted .342 with a .405 on-base percentage, .790 slugging percentage, 5 homers and 8 RBI.
"Candidly, I wasn't sure we were going to be able to access a player like him," Brewers president of baseball operations Matt Arnold said. "I couldn't be more excited to have this type of profile here because he fits so well. It's just the type of player we've needed."
Hoskins could get $16 million for one season or $48 million over three years as part of his contract. He will get a $12 million salary this year, and the contract includes an $18 million salary for 2025. If Hoskins opts out, he would receive a $4 million buyout payable on Feb. 1, 2026.
If Hoskins doesn't opt out, the deal includes an $18 million mutual option for 2026. If that option is declined, Hoskins would receive a $4 million buyout payable on Feb. 1, 2026.
The Brewers didn't get much production at first base last season as they won the NL Central despite having a .705 OPS that ranked 14th out of 15 NL teams, ahead of only the San Francisco Giants.
Rowdy Tellez hit 35 homers for the Brewers in 2022 but managed just 13 last year and got non-tendered before signing with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Carlos Santana, who had much of the playing time at first base for Milwaukee after being acquired at the trade deadline, remains a free agent.
The Brewers also added Jake Bauers, who batted .202 with a .279 on-base percentage, 12 homers and 30 RBI for the New York Yankees last season. But Hoskins figures to be the Brewers' main first baseman as they hope he maintains the production he provided the Phillies.
Hoskins was a fan favorite in Philadelphia who provided one of the most memorable moments of the Phillies' run to the 2022 World Series when he slammed his bat after hitting a three-run homer off Spencer Strider in Game 3 of their NL Division Series victory over the Atlanta Braves.
The Phillies opted not to pursue a new deal with Hoskins after moving two-time MVP Bryce Harper from the outfield and making him their regular first baseman.
"I'll have very fond memories of my time in Philly and I'll be excited to go back whenever that is [June 3-5]," Hoskins said. "They were up-front with me at the start of the offseason, which I think was probably good for me emotionally, just being able to kind of get a little closure after a weird year and move on to whatever is next, which ended up I think being a great fit here in Milwaukee."
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The rappers Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion are trading barbs in their new songs. We break down what prompted this falling out between former collaborators.
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The rappers Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion are trading barbs in their new songs. We break down what prompted this falling out between former collaborators.
Copyright 2024 NPR
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Toyota warns drivers of 50,000 vehicles to stop driving immediately and get cars repaired
Toyota is urging the owners of 50,000 older vehicles to stop driving the cars immediately and get their airbags fixed. According to the voluntary recall, the vehicles should not be driven until their faulty airbags have been repaired or replaced.
The recall notice, issued on Thursday, covers these models:
- 2003-2004 Corolla
- 2003-2004 Corolla Matrix
- 2004-2005 RAV4
Because of the age of the airbags, it's more likely that a part inside could explode and shoot sharp metal fragments, which could lead to serious injury or even death, the automaker said.
"Owners SHOULD NOT DRIVE these vehicles until the FREE safety recall repair has been conducted," Toyota said in the statement.
Toyota said it is recommending that owners not drive the vehicles to get fixed. Instead, vehicle owners should contact their local dealer, which can arrange for a number of other options, such as performing a mobile repair at the vehicle's location or tow the car to the dealership.
Takata air bags
The recalled RAV4s have Takata driver's air bags while the Corolla and Matrix models have them on the passenger side. The Corolla and Matrix also are under a separate recall because their air bags can be deployed without a crash, the company said.
The voluntary recalls comes about one month after Toyota recalled about 1 million cars in the U.S. because the front passenger air bags may not deploy properly in a crash, posing additional risk of injury to riders.
Takata used volatile ammonium nitrate to create a small explosion to inflate air bags in a crash. But the chemical propellant can deteriorate over time when exposed to high temperatures and humidity. It can explode with too much force, blowing apart a metal canister and spewing shrapnel.
At least 26 people have been killed in the U.S. by Takata inflators since May 2009, and at least 30 have died worldwide including people in Malaysia and Australia. In addition, about 400 people have been injured. The exploding air bags sent Takata of Japan into bankruptcy.
The automaker said the airbag will be repaired or replaced for free.
You can check if your vehicle is part of the recall by entering your VIN number or license number at Toyota.com/recall or nhtsa.gov/recalls. Car owners can also call Toyota customer support at the Toyota Brand Engagement Center at 1-800-331-4331.
– With reporting by the Associated Press.
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ST. MARGARET’S STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Farrah Nation
Farrah Nation shines because of her bright, bubbly personality, her work ethic, positive example, and her desire to help others, just like her mom and dad.
“My dad helps people by catching bandits and stuff because he’s a cop.” She is very proud of her dad. In fact, she wants to be a firefighter someday because of him. “That‘s what I always want to be. I like the fire trucks. They get fire off buildings, and they help people, just like police officers just like my dad, Jacob!” She couldn’t contain her excitement, jumping up and down with a big smile as she talked about him.
“My mom helps dogs, and I get to go over there sometimes, and I clean the dog kennels. She helps people so that they don’t have to worry about their dogs because she is taking care of them.” Farrah’s mom, Mandy, owns and operates The Spotted Buffalo in Riverton.
It makes Farrah feel good when she helps people, too, and she knows it makes God happy. “God is good. He helps people. I ask Him did I do good today or when I tell Him that I do good every single day at school. I show God’s love by taking care of other people, like my grandma Mary. Sometimes we take her to that bridge with smooth water and take pictures. It’s really, really nice. It makes her feel good. I feel good too.” Farrah also helps her family by cleaning the dishes, playing with her five dogs, and helping with the big greenhouse they are going to build this summer.
Farrah knows a good leader “is someone who helps people like being nice to them and by helping them up when they fall down and helping people when they get to a big age in their wheelchairs. And you should help your grandma when she is working with her plants.” Farrah reminds us that there are so many ways, big and small, to help others.
Miss Petro, Farrah’s teacher, said she “is caring towards her peers and sets a Christian example… She always has a word of kindness for others … and is willing to assist others as well as her teacher.” Miss Petro commended Farrah for her leadership and positive example, saying she inspires and “promotes a positive environment in and out of the classroom.” Farrah also has a great work ethic, and Miss Petro loves that “she is conscientious about doing her best. She will not give up no matter the degree of difficulty.”
St. Margaret’s School is dedicated to inspiring faith, achieving academic excellence, and nurturing all students to form strong moral character. Register your child today or donate at www.stmargs.us.
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The past few years have seen the South Bend Community School Corp. mostly at odds with charter schools as the traditional public district has fought against declining enrollment and resources.
But now the South Bend schools are joining together with Purdue Polytechnic High School on a new partnership to form a so-called innovation school.
The agreement was approved by South Bend’s school board last Monday, though details on the full extent of what the partnership entails are still unclear.
The new partnership will not create a new school or any new academic programs, nor will Purdue Polytechnic share space with any South Bend school corp. buildings.
Instead, the terms of the approved contract serve more to connect the two school systems on a bookkeeping level. For instance, students within the South Bend school corporation’s boundaries that attend Purdue Polytechnic count towards South Bend’s test scores, enrollment numbers and graduation rates.
On the other side, Purdue Polytechnic students now have a pathway to participating in sports or band programs at South Bend schools. The charter also said it could save money on food and transportation services by purchasing with South Bend on certain items.
The big kicker however, is South Bend schools agreeing to share its referendum funding with Purdue Polytechnic. The agreement calls for South Bend to pay Purdue $500 for every student in the district that opts for the charter school.
Since traditional school districts and charter schools often compete for students, and the state funding that comes with them, the partnership on its face seems counterintuitive to some and in fact, it’s the only partnership of its kind in St. Joseph County.
However, South Bend School Corporation’s chief of staff Rafi Nolan-Abrahamian said that new state laws, which will soon require traditional public schools to share referendum funding with charter schools, have forced the district to change its thinking.
“We do believe that South Bend schools will have to work hand in hand with charter schools should that situation arise and this offers an opportunity to begin to build those partnerships and be prepared,” Nolan-Abrahamian.
Nolan-Abrahamian added that the STEM-focused, project based learning Purdue Polytechnic offers is distinct from what South Bend schools does with its three larger high schools.
“What we want to emphasize is that entering into a partnership like this is not choosing fights and sides between charter schools and our traditional public school programs," he said.
Purdue Polytechnic currently operates in the Studebaker building on the south side of downtown and a spokeswoman said the high school has about 140 students in grades 9-12.
Purdue Polytechnic already has similar innovation agreements with two schools in the Indianapolis Public School system, where agreements between charter schools and the IPS district are more common.
The partnership will formally begin at the start of the new academic year on July 1, and both districts offered few specifics on what they plan to do with the new arrangement.
South Bend school employees were similarly brief in their presentation to the school board last week, speaking on the contract for just two minutes before turning the matter to the board.
The board approved the partnership in a 4-2 vote, with Jeannette McCullough and Mark Costello strongly opposing the measure.
“This is a charter school. We are a public school. Our tax dollars represent public schools, not charter schools. Why are we even at the table considering a charter school to take some of our kids from us,” McCullough asked.
McCullough noted that a previous attempt by South Bend schools to lease space to Purdue Polytechnic in Washington High School was met with stiff opposition that ultimately stopped a deal from moving forward. She and Costello also took issue with the leaders working hard to market Riley High School as the district’s STEM magnet program only to have Purdue Polytechnic be made available to them.
The new agreement does not call for a sharing of space in any South Bend school buildings, though the district has proposed a new career center which could potentially be located in the Studebaker building near where Purdue Polytechnic currently is.
School board members like John Anella who voted for the partnership said their hand is being forced by new state laws.
The law Anella references requires any traditional school district that successfully passes a tax referendum to share a percentage of that money with charter schools in the area. It does not require South Bend or any other district to share funding outside of referendum votes.
“We’re going to be sharing referendum funds with charter schools, every district will, it doesn’t matter where you are,” Anella said. “This is a meaningful partnership with a local school. It’s an opportunity to get out in front of this issue. There’s an advantage to us in that it counts towards our total enrollment.”
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https://www.wvpe.org/wvpe-news/2024-01-29/south-bend-schools-purdue-polytechnic-charter-enter-into-innovation-school-agreement
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Ari Shapiro has been one of the hosts of All Things Considered, NPR's award-winning afternoon newsmagazine, since 2015. During his first two years on the program, listenership to All Things Considered grew at an unprecedented rate, with more people tuning in during a typical quarter-hour than any other program on the radio.
Justine Kenin is an editor on All Things Considered. She joined NPR in 1999 as an intern. Nothing makes her happier than getting a book in the right reader's hands – most especially her own.
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https://www.krcu.org/2024-01-29/the-impact-of-taylor-swift-being-on-the-nfl-bleachers
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By Heather McNeill and Jake Battrick
The body of a woman has been discovered inside a Roleystone home, which was engulfed by fire overnight.
Emergency services were called to the Tyers Road blaze around 2am on Tuesday. Two children escaped the flames, with police initially unsure of their mother’s whereabouts until several hours later, when her remains were found inside the destroyed home.
Arson squad detectives remain at the scene, with the cause of the fire unknown.
Neighbour Scott Higgins said the fire was massive but isolated to the house, and did not spread to nearby trees or properties in the Perth hills suburb.
“It was fully ablaze when I got up … there was a few bangs and hisses and pops and 20 foot flames out the top of the roof,” he said.
“Fire goes through here quick … [the firefighters got it under control] quickly, they’ve done their job really well.”
His wife, Danielle Higgins, told Radio 6PR the family was woken up about 12.20am by someone banging on their front window.
“There is a husband and a wife and two young children [who reside at the burnt house],” she said.
“Over the last week and a half there’s been a few visits [from police], we were a bit concerned about what was going on, but we have never heard anything untoward come from that home, they’re a really quiet family.
“I haven’t seen any friends of family [at the house this morning], they are from South America I believe, so I’m not sure if they have much family here.
“It’s a really sad situation, I’m really glad the kids got out.”
St John Ambulance treated a boy for minor injuries at the scene, but he did not require transport to hospital.
With 6PR
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Shortwave email client will show AI-powered summaries automatically
Shortwave, an email client built by former Google engineers, is launching new AI-powered features such as instant summaries that will show up atop an email, a writing assistant to echo your writing and extending its AI assistant function to iOS and Android, and multi-select AI actions.
The startup introduced AI-powered summaries last year, but you had to tap a button to generate that summary. Now, with the new instant summary feature, the client shows the gist of an email or a thread in one sentence automatically.
You can tap on that sentence to generate a slightly longer summary and even ask the assistant questions about the thread. This is particularly useful when you are trying to get through multiple emails quickly.
Image Credits: Screenshot by TechCrunch
The company says that for the short instant summaries, it is using open source models and its own GPUs to bring the cost down. The longer summary is generated by GPT-4 Turbo.
Shortwave is also extending its AI-powered Assistant feature, which was launched in September 2023, to its iOS and Android apps. The assistant helps you with writing drafts, searching the web, or answering questions about the thread that is currently active. The Assistant also helps you search through your emails for questions like "When was the last time I talked about XYZ company?", but it's a paid feature.
Image Credits: Shortwave
Shortwave also has an AI multiselect option, which lets you select multiple threads and ask the assistant questions about them. It could be useful for you to first search emails on a particular topic or by a particular person and then ask the assistant questions about those threads.
Image Credits: Shortwave
Gmail has had smart autocomplete features for a while now. Shortwave is introducing its own spin on AI-powered autocomplete that is capable of writing longer sentences. Users can just accept suggestions by pressing the tab — just like Gmail.
Andrew Lee, the company's co-founder, calls this a "GitHub Copilot for emails." He told TechCrunch over a call that the feature will learn your writing and replying style to formulate sentences for you.
All these features are rolling out to users starting this week. The instant summary, AI multiselect and mobile assistant are available for all users. However, the AI autocomplete feature will be available to only Pro and Business plan users.
Since last year, the company has revamped its pricing structure. It used to have free, standard ($9 per seat per month) and enterprise plans. Now, it has a $7 per month personal plan, a $24 per month Pro plan and a $24 per month business plan for teams.
Last September, Lee said that the email app had 20,000 monthly active users. While he didn't share an updated number, he said that the company is focusing more on ramping up business and enterprise plans.
"There is a lot of demand for writing and searching emails with AI, especially with power and business users. That's why we are moving the AI from the side panel to the main editor. We also want to help people figure out what's important and what's not important through AI," Lee said.
Shortwave is not the only email client riding the AI wave. Both Microsoft and Google have rolled out AI-powered features for Outlook and Gmail. Meanwhile, email apps like Superhuman and Boomerang have also launched AI-powered features to assist users with email writing.
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https://finance.yahoo.com/news/shortwave-email-client-show-ai-170018140.html
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In an exclusive interview given to Crain’s Chicago Business, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred seemed to give a big thumbs-up to the idea proposed recently regarding a new stadium for the White Sox south of downtown Chicago.
Manfred said what’s particularly solid about the proposal is the “proximity to downtown” it would bring a team that now plays several miles to the south in a neighborhood that pretty much shuts down after dark. “Baseball has always worked well close to downtown,” which offers not only other entertainment options but good transit and highway access.
“I’m supportive,” Manfred added. “A new facility could be a game changer for the White Sox.”
This is all true, but what concerns some Chicagoans would be public money going to build such a new ballpark. Manfred addressed that in a discussion he said he had with Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf:
Reinsdorf has assured him it would require “no new taxes.”
That appears to be a reference to what sources close to Reinsdorf said could involve shifting revenues from an existing 2% tax on Chicago hotel rooms to the new facility. Those tax revenues now are directed to paying debt for the construction of the Sox’s current home, Guaranteed Rate Field, but all bonds will be retired by later this decade.
So, that would mean no taxes from general Chicago revenues, particularly property tax dollars. If financing were done in this way, it would simply be extending an existing tax on hotel rooms. That sort of thing is popular, or has been in the past, as the taxes are generally not paid by locals. Lastly, the Crain’s article suggests there could be some funding indirectly from Major League Baseball:
Manfred said MLB would not directly finance the stadium but provide an indirect subsidy. Under league rules, stadium development costs are automatically deducted from required team revenue-sharing payments, he said, so the Sox could effectively have some of their costs covered by the league.
That’s an interesting way of doing things, and who knows? All of this just might work. The folks at Field of Schemes will tell you — and have, and they are correct — that building new stadiums never, ever brings the number of jobs or the amount of revenue that stadium-building proponents say it will.
But if this could be done without hundreds of millions of additional dollars coming from the public trough, it ... might just work.
As always, we await developments.
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https://www.bleedcubbieblue.com/2024/1/29/24054981/rob-manfred-white-sox-stadium-plan
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Yoga, Diversity and Empowerment
UW Memorial Union-Tripp Commons 800 Langdon St., Madison, Wisconsin 53706
media release: Jessamyn Stanley is an award-winning yoga instructor, intersectional activist, author of 'Every Body Yoga.', and co-founder of The Underbelly. She empowers her audience of 500k+ to break down barriers: both those that society has set and that they have set for themselves.
Join us for Yoga, Diversity, and Empowerment: A Journey with Jessamyn Stanley on Febuary 28th, 7 PM @ Tripp Commons in Memorial Unon. The lecture will be followed by an audience Q&A.
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Camilla contributes to book project to celebrate Queen Mary´s Dolls´ House
The Queen has joined some of the country’s best-loved authors in helping to create a collection of miniature books to celebrate the centenary of Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House.
Camilla has handwritten an introduction to one of the tiny works, while Sir Tom Stoppard, Dame Jacqueline Wilson, Sir Ben Okri and Julia Donaldson also put their calligraphy skills to the test making their tomes.
The dolls’ house has a library reflecting tastes from the 1920s, when it was made, but the 20 new manuscripts update the collection with short stories, poetry collections and illustrated tales to plays, articles and recipes, many inspired by the Dolls’ House or written specially for the occasion.
Queen Mary´s Dolls´ House on show at Windsor Castle (King Charles III/Royal Collection Trust/PA)
The Queen will welcome some of the authors, illustrators and binders from the project to Windsor Castle on Tuesday to thank them and view the miniature books.
She said: “For me, it is the library that is the most breath-taking space in the house.
“These new books highlight the incredible richness of 21st century literary talent – and demonstrate how fortunate we are to have access to so many outstanding writers, whose work brings joy, comfort, laughter, companionship and hope to us all, opening our eyes to others’ experiences and reminding us that we are not alone.”
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House – the largest and most famous in the world – was completed in 1924 for King George V’s consort as a gift from the nation after the First World War.
It is a perfect 1:12 scale replica of an Edwardian home, complete with electricity, working lifts, running water, luxurious royal suites and functional below-stairs servants’ quarters.
The Library is filled with tiny books written especially for it by famous authors (King Charles III/Royal Collection Trust/PA)
Former children’s laureate Julia Donaldson created a tiny version of her popular children’s book The Gruffalo illustrated by the original artist Axel Scheffler.
She said: “It was quite tricky working out the new pagination and making my handwriting as small as could be, but Axel had a greater labour of love creating all those extra pictures.”
The poet and novelist Sir Ben Okri, whose book The Famished Road won the Booker Prize in 1991, said: “There is something magical about working with the very small. My contribution to this enchanting project was making a little book of my poems. Writing small concentrates the mind and draws one into the mysterious kingdom of art.
“But then the Dolls’ House too is a mysterious kingdom that once encountered starts a secret yearning to dwell there.”
Alan Bennett created The Mantelpiece for the project while Camilla’s son Tom Parker Bowles, a food writer, was also asked to contribute and produced A Recipe Fit for a Queen.
King George V and Queen Mary in their coronation robes in 1911 (PA)
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, whose miniature manuscript is called Kolya’s Glove, said: “As a child I was always fascinated by Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, though I don’t think I ever set eyes on it. I must have read about it.
“At a young age, the miniaturisation seemed almost miraculous to me. So I was frankly thrilled to be invited to contribute to the new Dolls’ House library so many years later.”
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Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde give their thoughts on the news of Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to coach the Los Angeles Chargers.
After a storied and drama-filled college tenure, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh has chosen to return to the NFL and coach the Los Angeles Chargers. The podcast reflects on his time at Michigan and revisits their favorite moments of the Harbaugh era.
Michigan offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore will become the next head coach for the Wolverines. The guys examine what Sherrone Moore can do to improve the program the season after winning a national championship.
With Harbaugh gone, the NCAA is left with some decisions to make Michigan’s alleged recruiting & cheating violations. The crew debates what punishments would be appropriate for Michigan, and more importantly, if the NCAA will be able to enforce any punishments that would be more than just a slap on the wrist.
The University of Texas’ endless pearl-clutching about the “Horns Down” taunt continues to heat up after BYU fans were made to take off shirts spelling out the phrase at a basketball game this weekend. The guys are shocked at Texas’ sensitivity and question whether or not they will be able to handle the even rowdier fans of the SEC.
To close out the show, the crew takes a look at former LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte getting busted for numerous sports gambling charges while at school.
1:00 - Jim Harbaugh leaves Michigan to coach LA Chargers
17:22 - How will Sherrone Moore fare as Michigan coach?
35:13 - What will the NCAA do with Michigan’s outstanding violations?
58:30 - More Texas pearl-clutching about “Horns Down”
1:04:33 - Kayshon Boutte busted for betting on college football games
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Swiss insurance start-up CarbonPool has secured $12m (SFr10.36m) in its seed funding round, marking the largest European climate-focused seed round in the climate finance sector for 2023.
The investment round was led by a consortium including Heartcore Capital, Vorwerk Ventures, HCS Capital, Revent, and several prominent angel investors such as Axel Theis and Christof Mascher.
According to industry tracker PitchBook, this represents the second-largest climate finance seed funding round globally and the largest in Europe since the beginning of 2023.
The company’s approach involves underwriting the carbon credit markets directly with carbon credits instead of cash.
This method ensures that companies purchasing carbon credits are guaranteed to receive the permits they have ordered, even in cases where the issuer fails to deliver.
CarbonPool’s mission is to work alongside partners that aim to mitigate the risks associated with their carbon investments and expedite the shift towards a net-zero carbon economy.
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By GlobalDataThe co-founders, Coenraad Vrolijk, Nandini Wilcke and Frederic Olbert, along with their team of risk and underwriting specialists and climate scientists, have developed risk models for the carbon markets.
Earlier this month, CarbonPool named Dr Maximilian Kremer as the head of strategic projects.
Kremer is set to spearhead the company’s key strategic initiatives, steering growth and enabling its mission to support society’s transition to net zero.
In November last year, the company named Mathilda Strom as its chief commercial officer.
She brings nearly 20 years of experience in creating category-defining businesses globally.
Strom co-founded BIMA, a microinsurance and digital health company, which revolutionised access to financial and health offerings for low and middle-income families through mobile technology.
In a LinkedIn post of the company, CarbonPool chief operating officer and co-founder Nandini Wilcke said: “(Buyers of carbon credits) are in the uncomfortable position that right now there’s no guarantee that the offsets they buy in advance are actually going to materialise and… in the number that they’re expecting and reporting on in their financial disclosures. Insurance is basically the missing piece.”
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https://www.lifeinsuranceinternational.com/news/carbonpool-garners-seed-funding/
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Title: Analyzing the 1993 Kansas City Chiefs Roster: A Glimpse into a Memorable Season
Introduction:
The 1993 Kansas City Chiefs Roster was a remarkable team that left an indelible mark on the NFL. Coached by Marty Schottenheimer and led by quarterback Joe Montana, this squad showcased exceptional talent, resilience, and determination throughout the season. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of the roster, highlighting five interesting facts and tricks, as well as addressing some commonly asked questions about this legendary team.
Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Joe Montana’s Impact: In 1993, Joe Montana joined the Kansas City Chiefs after his illustrious career with the San Francisco 49ers. His experience and leadership qualities significantly influenced the Chiefs’ success that season. Montana’s ability to read defenses and make accurate passes played a crucial role in the team’s victories.
2. Hall of Fame Players: The 1993 Chiefs roster boasted several Hall of Famers, including Joe Montana, Marcus Allen, and Derrick Thomas. These players brought immense skill and experience to the team, elevating their performance and contributing to the Chiefs’ success.
3. AFC Western Division Champions: The Chiefs clinched the AFC Western Division title in 1993 with an impressive 11-5 record. This accomplishment was a testament to their exceptional teamwork, coaching, and individual talent.
4. Record-Breaking Defense: Known for their tenacious defense, the Chiefs set an NFL record in 1993 by holding their opponents to less than 10 points in seven games. This defensive dominance, spearheaded by linebacker Derrick Thomas, allowed the Chiefs to control games and secure victories.
5. Montana’s Fourth Quarter Magic: Joe Montana’s ability to perform under pressure was unparalleled. In the 1993 season, the Chiefs won several games due to Montana’s late-game heroics, earning him the nickname “Comeback Joe.” His calm and composed demeanor in high-pressure situations became a defining feature of the team’s success.
Common Questions and Answers:
1. How did Joe Montana’s arrival impact the team?
Joe Montana’s arrival brought a wealth of experience and leadership to the team. His ability to read defenses, make accurate passes, and perform under pressure was instrumental in the Chiefs’ success that season.
2. Who were the key offensive players on the 1993 roster?
Apart from Joe Montana, key offensive players included running back Marcus Allen, wide receiver Willie Davis, and tight end Keith Cash. These players contributed significantly to the team’s offensive prowess throughout the season.
3. How did the defense perform in 1993?
The Chiefs’ defense was exceptional in 1993, setting an NFL record by holding opponents to less than 10 points in seven games. Led by linebacker Derrick Thomas, the defense was known for its relentless pass rush and ability to create turnovers.
4. What were the team’s notable victories in 1993?
The Chiefs had several notable victories in the 1993 season, including a 31-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys and a 27-24 victory against the Miami Dolphins. These wins showcased the team’s ability to compete against top-tier opponents.
5. Did the team face any significant challenges during the season?
The Chiefs faced challenges throughout the season, including injuries to key players like Joe Montana and Marcus Allen. However, the team demonstrated resilience and depth, allowing them to overcome these obstacles and continue their winning streak.
6. How did the team fare in the playoffs?
Unfortunately, the Chiefs’ playoff journey in 1993 was cut short as they lost to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship game. Despite this loss, the team’s overall performance throughout the season was highly commendable.
7. Who were the standout players on defense?
Derrick Thomas was undoubtedly the standout player on the Chiefs’ defense in 1993. His exceptional pass-rushing skills, ability to disrupt plays, and leadership qualities made him a force to be reckoned with.
8. How did the coaching staff contribute to the team’s success?
Under the guidance of head coach Marty Schottenheimer, the coaching staff instilled a winning mentality and fostered a culture of discipline and hard work. Their game plans and strategic decision-making played a significant role in the team’s success.
9. Were there any significant roster changes during the 1993 season?
The 1993 Chiefs’ roster experienced minimal changes during the season. However, the addition of Joe Montana and his subsequent impact on the team was a notable change that influenced the team’s overall performance.
10. What was the team’s offensive strategy in 1993?
The Chiefs’ offensive strategy revolved around a balanced mix of running and passing plays. Joe Montana’s ability to read defenses allowed the team to exploit weaknesses and create opportunities for big plays.
11. Did the team have any notable rookies in 1993?
While the Chiefs did not have any standout rookies in the 1993 season, their roster was filled with seasoned veterans who brought valuable experience and skill to the team.
12. How did the team’s fanbase respond to their success?
The Chiefs’ success in 1993 ignited a wave of excitement among their fanbase. The support and enthusiasm of Chiefs’ fans played a significant role in creating a formidable home-field advantage.
13. What were the team’s strengths and weaknesses?
The team’s strengths lay in its exceptional defense, led by Derrick Thomas, and the leadership of Joe Montana. However, injuries to key players and occasional struggles in the running game were notable weaknesses.
14. How did the 1993 season impact the Chiefs’ future?
The 1993 season set the stage for future success for the Chiefs, establishing a winning culture and laying the foundation for subsequent playoff appearances. It also highlighted the importance of experienced leadership and cohesive teamwork.
15. What is the lasting legacy of the 1993 Kansas City Chiefs roster?
The 1993 Kansas City Chiefs roster is remembered as one of the most talented and successful teams in franchise history. Their remarkable season showcased the power of teamwork, resilience, and the impact of exceptional leadership.
Final Thoughts:
The 1993 Kansas City Chiefs roster left an indelible mark on the NFL, combining exceptional talent, Hall of Fame players, and a relentless defense. Led by Joe Montana, the team’s achievements and memorable moments continue to be celebrated by Chiefs fans worldwide. The 1993 season stands as a testament to the power of exceptional leadership, teamwork, and the ability to overcome challenges on the path to success.
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The NBA fined Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell $15,000 on Monday for kicking a ball into the stands.
The incident occurred after a 145-144 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday in San Francisco.
Russell, 27, contributed 28 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds and 2 steals in the double-overtime thriller.
The former All-Star is averaging 17.1 points, 6.1 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 43 games (36 starts) this season.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Danny Werfel, commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, about this year's tax filing season and the future of the IRS.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Danny Werfel, commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, about this year's tax filing season and the future of the IRS.
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Local lawmakers added two Riverton-based projects to the Wyoming Legislature’s state-funded capital construction bill draft this month.
The first addition came from Wyoming Sen. Tim Salazar, R-Riverton, who proposed allocating $3.5 million to fund a recreation center for sports activities in Fremont County.
The allocation would provide one-to-one matching funds to help local organizations raise the $7 million needed for the project, Salazar said, but no state money should be distributed until the entire local match has been raised.
“I would propose that a 24-month time limit should be imposed to raise such funds,” Salazar said.
The City of Riverton would be responsible for “management and oversight” of the project, he noted, adding that “the purchase of the land to be used for such a location will be acquired at the end of this month.”
The Joint Appropriations Committee approved the proposal without discussion.
Riverton state office
Later in the meeting, Wyoming Rep. Lloyd Larsen, R-Lander, proposed allocating $12 million toward the renovation of “the new Riverton state office building that we bought.”
The property in question is located at 877 North Eighth Street West in Riverton, he said – an office space that Wyoming Sen. Tara Nethercott, R-Cheyenne, identified as the “old US Energy building.”
“How surprising,” said Nethercott, who grew up in Fremont County. “I would’ve guessed (that’s) what the state would be purchasing. And what are we purchasing it for?”
State staffers said more than 40 state employees who currently work in Fremont County would be “consolidated into the building,” which could accommodate up to 75 employees once it is renovated.
They also noted that the cost to maintain the building is “roughly equal” to the amount of money the state has been paying to lease office space for Fremont County-based employees: about $237,000 annually.
Salazar, who, like Larsen, is a member of the Riverton State Office Task Force, said it was his “understanding” that the state will “attempt (to) reach that 75-employee capacity” for the building and that “over a period of time … the state would be saving money (with) the purchase of this” property.
“That’s one of the factors that attracted me to this,” Salazar said. “This was an attempt to save the state money in the first place.”
State staffers said the analysis they performed showed it would take between 33 and 46 years to “break even” on the project.
By that point, Nethercott pointed out, the old US Energy building will be around 80 years old.
“I don’t support … this Riverton office building,” Nethercott said. “It wasn’t a decision made by the needs of the state. … It was at the request of an individual former legislator from that community, (and) it remains contentious.”
Wyoming Rep. Bob Nicholas, R-Cheyenne, who is also a member of the Riverton State Office Task Force, said the initial request came from former legislator Eli Bebout of Riverton, but it was approved by the legislature last year and became a “directive” to the state “to go find an office or build an office building in Riverton.”
“Is it possible to get out of the contract?” Nethercott asked.
Earlier, Larsen had clarified that “the offer has been accepted (and we’re) waiting” for the rest of the purchase process to be finalized, but Nicholas said the answer to Nethercott’s question was “no.”
“Maybe we can sell it,” Nethercott replied.
Motion denied
After the discussion, the JAC voted to deny Larsen’s motion to allocate $12 million toward the renovation of the old US Energy building – but he followed up with another proposal: to allocate $8 million for the same purpose.
The lower amount represents the “middle” of the three options the State Construction Department outlined for the building renovation project, state staffers said, noting that the “bare minimum” option would cost $5.7 million.
The JAC approved Larsen’s $8 million motion, with the stipulation that the allocation will include any unused funds that were budgeted to support the work of the Riverton State Office Task Force.
The full Wyoming Legislature will consider the state-funded capital construction bill during the upcoming legislative session, which is set to convene Feb. 12.
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Questions about the possibility of a low-level regional war in the Middle East are rising after attacks there have escalated in the past 24 hours.
On Sunday, an aerial drone strike killed three United States service membersand injured at least 34 others. The strike happened at a support base known as Tower 22 in northeast Jordan near the Syrian border and likely hit a barracks.
"We had a tough day last night in the Middle East. We lost three brave souls," President Biden said on Monday. "And we shall respond."
This is the first fatal attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East since the war in Gaza broke out following the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel that left some 1,200 people dead.
U.S. considers response to attack on base in Jordan
An Iran-backed umbrella group of militias called the Islamic Resistance in Iraq said it was behind the attack, but Iran denied involvement. The group called it revenge for America's military presence in the region and the Palestinian deaths in Gaza. More than 26,000 people have been killed since the beginning of Israel's war on Hamas, according to the health ministry in Gaza.
There have been about 160 attacks on U.S. bases in the region since the Gaza war broke out, according to the Pentagon.
"There will be a response" to Sunday's attack, John Kirby, spokesman for the National Security Council, told NPR's Steve Inskeep on Monday, and it will be "calibrated to hopefully have a better effect on the decision-making of these groups."
"We're going to take the right time to make the appropriate response decisions in the wake of this attack," he said. "The president has taken this very seriously."
President Biden met on Monday with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines and others, including his Middle East envoy Brett McGurk, to discuss the growing threats.
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Other strikes in Syria and the Gulf of Aden
Meanwhile, the Associated Press reportedthat the Syrian military said that Israeli strikes outside the capital Damascus on Monday killed and wounded several people.
Syrian state media said that among the dead were "a number of Iranian advisers," Reuters reported. Israel declined to comment on the strikes.
The AP also reportedon Monday that Yemen's Houthi rebels said they attacked a U.S. Navy mobile base in the Gulf of Aden. The claim was denied by the U.S.
The Iranian-backed Houthis have been attacking international cargo ships in the Red Sea with drones and missiles since November. They have said it is a reaction to Israel's war in Gaza. The U.S has responded with its own strikes.
Kirby described Sunday's attack in Jordan as "escalatory" but insisted that the U.S. was not, however, talking about the latest spike in violence as a regional war.
"We do not want to see a wider conflict," Kirby said. "In fact, everything the president has done since the seventh of October has really been designed to try to de-escalate, to try to prevent a wider conflict. ... We are not looking for a war with Iran."
Nevertheless, an expert on the region told NPR Monday that the U.S. already appears to be swept up in a low-grade war.
"There have been some backchannel communications between Washington and Tehran to say they don't want the war that has been playing out since Oct. 7 between Israel and Gaza to expand," Robin Wright, a distinguished fellow at the Wilson Center, told Morning Edition's Inskeep.
"But frankly, I think we've crossed that threshold now," she said. "The danger is that you see the Americans going in to try to prevent a wider war, to contain the violence, and instead only providing more targets."
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Comedian Fern Brady among winners at Caffe Nero´s inaugural book awards
Scottish comedian Fern Brady is one of four authors who have been named category winners at the inaugural Nero Book Awards 2024.
The winners will receive £5,000 each and the yet-to-be-announced overall victor will take home the book of the year title and an additional £30,000.
The awards, launched by high street coffee chain Caffe Nero in 2023, celebrates the craft of writing and the four category winners were chosen by 12 judges who selected books from the UK and Ireland over the last 12 months.
Brady, 37, known for appearing on TV game show Taskmaster, won in the non-fiction category for her memoir Strong Female Character, which details her experience being diagnosed with autism.
Dublin-born author Paul Murray won the fiction category for The Bee Sting, which follows an Irish family facing financial and emotional troubles.
His novel was also shortlisted for the 2023 Booker Prize but he was beaten by fellow Irish writer Paul Lynch who won with Prophet Song.
The winner of the Nero children’s fiction category is Newcastle-based writer Beth Lincoln for murder mystery The Swifts, illustrated by Claire Powell.
Northern Irish author Michael Magee won the debut fiction prize for Close To Home, which details the story of a young man who comes home to Belfast after university and has to grapple with the aftermath of an assault he commits at a party.
One of these four books will be selected as the overall winner and recipient of the Nero Gold Prize book of the year, which will be announced at a ceremony on March 14.
A final judging panel, led by Bernardine Evaristo, who was joint winner of the Booker Prize in 2019 with Girl, Woman, Other, will select the overall winner.
Gerry Ford, founder and group chief executive of Caffe Nero, said: “The Nero Book Awards are a hugely important part of our programme to sponsor the arts and support creative excellence.
“The four winning books represent the very best writing from the UK and Ireland and we are proud at Caffe Nero to create a platform that celebrates home-grown talent, and to offer a total prize pot of £50,000.
“Our judges have selected four brilliant books that will appeal to readers of all tastes.
The judging panel will be led by author Bernardine Evaristo (Suzan Moore/PA)
“My congratulations to the winning authors, and thank you to our judges, partners and the wider publishing industry for engaging with these awards so enthusiastically in our first year.
“It is our goal that these awards come to represent a badge of exceptional quality which is seen as aspirational for authors and within the industry and a trustworthy recommendation for readers.”
Evaristo said: “At a time when literature is under threat from the addictive distractions of social media and the internet, literary prizes not only celebrate individual writers and elevate careers, but draw attention to a beautiful art form that requires and rewards sustained concentration and engagement with words, other people’s lives, and the imagination.
“The Nero Book Awards are a major new prize.
“I’m looking forward to chairing the Nero Gold Prize, and selecting a book from the category winners that offers readers exceptional riches, one which we judges think deserves to be honoured as the overall book of the year.”
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Wade won't start Monday's game against the Clippers, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Wade started 26 of his last 27 appearances, including 22 straight, but he'll return to a bench role Monday in favor of Evan Mobley, who's cleared to make his first appearance since Dec. 26. Mobley will be limited to around 20-24 minutes, so Wade should still see some minutes off the bench, though his fantasy value takes a hit.
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A Real Bug’s Life Brings Pixar’s Sensibility To A Natural World Series
We ventured to the microscopic world to learn about the making of the new series from National Geographic inspired by the Pixar film A Bug’s Life.
They call it the “Big Five” — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. And the moment you spot one of them on an African safari, especially for the first time, a sense of awe sneaks up on you. Your open-aired Jeep falls silent, minus the ruffling of hands searching for phone cameras or whispers to pass the binoculars. The scale of you, a measly person, against an elephant, an imposing yet majestic mammoth of a creature, puts the fragileness of life into perspective.
The bugs of the savanna, on the other hand, struggle to conjure a similar aura. Putting on bug spray before a safari is as essential as brushing your teeth. Failing to heed the warning to shut off your hotel room lights will lead to a dense accumulation of unwanted insects. Yet while in Tanzania, where National Geographic hosted Den of Geek and other members of the press for a unique junket opportunity, a slow appreciation for our insect brethren began to build.
To get there, we spent some time inside the micro-world to learn more about the new series A Real Bug’s Life from National Geographic, which is now streaming on Disney+. The new natural world show tells the stories of bugs from around the globe using the latest camera technology to bring audiences to ground level. After screening the savanna-set episode, our group of journalists interviewed the series’ executive producer Bill Markham to find out why they drew inspiration from the 1998 Pixar film. It all boiled down to one entry point: What if the beloved animation studio was to make a film about real bugs?
“It was a real goal to make it a family oriented series,” Markham tells us via Zoom. “The naturalists or fans of animal [series] have been very well-served over the years by fantastic programs. Bringing together National Geographic and Disney with Pixar meant we could tap into a new audience.”
The series flies from the African savanna to other episodes that look at the Costa Rican rainforest, a British farm, a Texas backyard, and into big city life where bugs live amongst the densest populations of humans. Part of landing the right tone was finding a narrator that could put their own spin on the material. They secured that in casting actor and comedian Awkwafina, whose star only continues to rise after the success of her Comedy Central series Awkwafina is Nora From Queens, an award-winning lead turn in A24’s critical darling The Farewell, and appearances in recent major studio releases, Marvel’s Shang-Chi and Renfield. “Using Awkwafina brought her own magic and own words to the read,” Markham says.
Nowhere is that more apparent than the series’ African-set episode, “Land of Giants,” that juxtaposes tiny creatures and their David vs. Goliath battles against the areas’ famed “Big Five.” That episode highlights the crux of the challenge for the filmmakers.
“People love a cuddly mammal with big eyes,” he says. “A lot of people overlook [bugs]. We focused on charismatic and engaging bugs that we could relate to. Really good stories and good drama. This was going to be our challenge. We knew Awkwafina would appeal to people and bring in a new audience.”
While hiking in the Ngorongoro Crater, I came across one of the show’s “characters” from the episode “Land of Giants” firsthand: a dung beetle in the finishing stages of neatly packing an impressively round ball of… poop. Normally the hike would have continued onwards, but I had gained a new appreciation for the dung beetle’s role in the wider ecosystem. They are nature’s little waste management experts.
“Bugs are thought of as cold-blooded and unsophisticated but [dung beetles] actually warm their wings up so they can use them more efficiently,” he says. “You’ve seen it yourselves. During a safari it can be freezing cold, which is surprising on your first trip to the savanna. But these dung beetles want to get ahead of the competition and get to the food first so they warm their wings up and they fly as fast as they can to breakfast.”
The “real” innovation behind A Real Bug’s Life is the series’ ability to utilize new camera technology to get viewers down to ant-level. In some instances, like a scene where acacia ants are working together to defend their territory against an elephant, the crew is using 45-degree lenses that enable them to point downwards towards the ants, and then upwards at their foes. “It was important to us to see the world as an ant would,” he says.
The series, which debuted with five episodes that are currently available to stream, took nearly three years to make from start to finish. Per episode, the crew spent anywhere between 100 and 200 days in the field. For their hard work, Markham hopes audiences come away with a new appreciation for bugs.
“Bugs clear up the mess. They’re pest control. They provide food to all sorts of other animals. It’s really important that the audience gets to love bugs and if they love bugs they’re going to help to look after bugs,” he says.”
“I hope there will be A Real Bug’s Life effect. I hope when people see these animals through this lens and get down to their level that it will widen people’s eyes to these creatures”
A Real Bug’s Life from National Geographic is now streaming on Disney+.
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Are there lds mail-order bride internet
Which does not want a first day one spread eg a good rom-com meet-pretty, which have fireworks, losing celebrities, and you may theme musical underscoring the fresh new enchanting delighted-ever-then will certainly ensue?
But that occurs… almost never? Relationships as an entire-fledged adult are going to be pleasing and fulfilling, but it normally challenging and you can hard. Possibly one of many toughest parts was-let us simply crack it on to conversion conditions-looking high quality leads.
Where can you discover anyone you happen to be in fact compatible with, you want to introduce to family unit members, that wont push you abso-freaking-lutely crazy? Performs? The fresh pub world? Dating?
Worldwide, we are embracing tech assured regarding locating the one. And also by a lot, i imply 94 mil profiles, having internet dating generating more than $step three billion from inside the funds, centered on Statista. In america, revenue is more than $670 mil, there is actually more six million users towards the services. And you may centered on eHarmony, 40 per cent away from People in the us play with dating and 20 percent out of newest enough time dating began on line.
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Promising stats… however, a tiny alerting tends to be managed. eHarmony together with shares one 53 % of people sit within online dating profile. And you can “matchmaking” applies to formula-situated relationship, which includes everything from the swipe leftover/swipe proper link-upwards software to help you electronic properties built to connect long-label couples. Making it vital that you feel deliberate about and that service serves their most recent relationships objectives.
Really, I fulfilled my personal (amazing) spouse back in college or university, so i cannot weighin here. But have family members who may have had achievements trying to find enough time-name people on line. We have other people who has remaining you laughing (and you will whining) up until late into the evening because they recounted the newest horrors regarding on the web dating. So… what are the other options for these looking help in trying to find people?
What about a great ol’ fashioned matchmakers-reinvented with the confluence off technology and you may trained relationships educators? Thanks for visiting the field of progressive relationship.
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I am going to recognize-I listen to the word “matchmaker” and i also can not assist but picture a great hunched Yente regarding Fiddler on the roof assigning questionable pairings. And/or Bravo network’s The brand new Millionaire Matchmaker, in which large-net-really worth relationship starred out in full Hd crisis. But beyond the stereotypes, there is a flourishing professional matchmaking globe that is providing people come across one another, which have high profits.
Individual Affairs’ ranking of the market leading professional relationship qualities includes Grasp Matchmakers, Elite Dating, and it is Just Meal. The price of these higher-avoid properties isn’t generally noted, but a little Googling (that could or is almost certainly not precise) shows that yearly pricing vary of up to $50,000 to possess Millionaire Matchmaker, Patti Stanger’s characteristics, in order to $2,000 for It’s just Meal.
You will find several top-notch relationship attributes in the Utah, in addition to Salt River Area Matchmakers and you will a branch out-of It’s just Meal. Even when maybe, the best-profile regional provider are Latter-Day Matchmaker-hence trapped individuals vision this past year having a good buzzy billboard venture you to bharat matrimony Pregled web mjesta za upoznavanje read: “LDS Billionaire shopping for his partner. Exclusive VIP Event June 7.”
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Speaking with Second-Go out Matchmaker maker and you may Chief executive officer, Amy Stevens Close, the extensive mass media publicity (and you may snarky problem) stuck all of them by treat. Brand new purpose of enjoy and you can billboard promotion was non-profit to own aforementioned-Big date Matchmaker party. They wanted to attract a bigger pool off you’ll be able to partners to have the customer and you can wished the riff to your ABC network’s The Bachelor would let generate appeal.
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Ensure engaging & memorable experience for all participating teams: DGP to officers
Jammu, January 29: Every individual officer and unit should put in best efforts to make All India Police Hockey Championship, a mega national event being held at Jammu from tomorrow a huge success. This was stated by the Director General of Police J&K Shri R.R. Swain while presiding over a meeting here at Police headquarters to review the arrangements for this event.
Speaking on the occasion, the DGP directed the officers to ensure an engaging and memorable experience for all the participating athletes by putting best possible arrangements for the event. Underlining that the participating athletes and support staff are traveling from all parts of India, the DGP emphasized the importance of quality presentation and facilities for all aspects of the championship.
He urged the officers to ensure the best possible facilities for the event by accomplishing their assigned tasks successfully ensuring all aspects of the championship are well-coordinated and executed efficiently. He emphasized for making the competition a cherished experience with befitting hospitality, by having perfect coordination among the different officers/units.
The DGP emphasized for efficient and coordinated medical facilities for the participants as well as support staff during the event, in view of the physical demand of the sport.
The arrangements like accommodation, transportation, medicare, logistics, parking facilities, publicity, grounds etc for the event remained key areas of focus during the meeting. The arrangements regarding opening and closing ceremonies were also discussed and reviewed.
The ADGP Armed J&K, Shri S.J.M Gillani who is also chairperson of the organizing committee briefed the DGP regarding the arrangements of the whole event including schedules of matches and connected programmes of the championship through a detailed powerpoint presentation.
Secretary JKSC, Ms Nuzhat Gul while speaking on the occasion briefed about the assistance and support J&K Sports Council is extending for the event.
The meeting was also attended by ADGsP Shri M.K Sinha, Shri Sunil Kumar, Shri Vijay Kumar, Shri Anand Jain, IGP Armed Jammu Shri M.N. Tiwari, DIsG Ms. Sara Rizvi, Shri Javaid Iqbal Matoo, SSsP Jammu, PCR Jammu, Security Jammu and Traffic Jammu, AIsG (Welfare) and (Training & Policy), Medical Superintendent Police Hospital Jammu, General Secretary Hockey J&K, Senior Vice president Hockey J&K, Jammu based JKAP/IR Commandants.
As has been reported earlier, Jammu and Kashmir Police is organizing the 72nd All India Police Hockey Championship. The championship is scheduled to take place from January 29 to February 08 2024, and will witness participation from 34 police teams from different State/UTs of the country besides Central paramilitary forces. About 1000 players and officials are expected to take part in the ten days long event. Besides, colourful opening and closing ceremonies many programmes have been chalked out for the event.
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WASHINGTON — The Pentagon on Monday identified the three U.S. Army soldiers who were killed during a drone attack in Jordan on Sunday.
According to a news release from the U.S. Department of Defense, the three soldiers killed were all from Georgia. They were Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, 46, of Carrollton; Spec. Kennedy Ladon Sanders, 24; of Waycross; and Spec. Breonna Alexsondria Moffett, 23, of Savannah.
The soldiers were members of a reserve engineering unit who were in their housing units when the drone exploded, The Washington Post reported. At least 25 others were injured in the attack, which President Joe Biden said was a drone attack from an Iran-backed militia.
BREAKING: The Pentagon identifies three U.S. service members killed in the drone attack in Jordan by an Iran-backed group.
— ABC News (@ABC) January 29, 2024
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They were assigned to the 718th Engineer Company, 926th Engineer Battalion, 926th Engineer Brigade, at Fort Moore, Georgia, according to the Department of Defense.
Defense officials said that the soldiers were at Tower 22, a small installation in northeastern Jordan, near the borders of Iraq and Syria, the Post reported.
Biden, who was traveling in South Carolina, said Sunday that the U.S. will respond to the attack.
“We had a tough day last night in the Middle East. We lost three brave souls in an attack on one of our bases,” the president said. “And we shall respond.”
Biden said in a written statement that the United States “will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner (of) our choosing,” The Associated Press reported.
According to a statement from the Army Reserve Command, Rivers enlisted in the Army Reserve as an Interior Electrician in 2011, ABC News reported. He completed a nine-month rotation to Iraq in 2018 as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, for which he received the Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal with Campaign Star.
Rivers’ wife, who asked not to be identified, told WSB-TV that her husband was passionate about his work with the Army.
“He was away, and he just promised that he would be home safe. And unfortunately, that didn’t happen,” she told the television station, adding that she did not know her husband was in Jordan. “They came to the door and told me that he had passed away in Jordan, which I didn’t know he was in Jordan because, I guess, that was classified information.”
The heartbroken wife said her husband of almost 11 years and father of their teenage son was always there for them, even when he was overseas. https://t.co/JzH3rEB8a1
— WSB-TV (@wsbtv) January 29, 2024
Sanders was a 2017 graduate of Ware County High School in Waycross, WJCL-TV reported.
On Monday, officials in Ware County, located in the southeastern area of Georgia, issued a proclamation honoring Sanders and ordered that all flags will be flown at half-mast until sunset on the day of her internment.
“Her unwavering commitment to defending our nation and protecting the freedoms we hold dear will forever be etched in our hearts and memories,” the proclamation read. “Her sacrifice will not be forgotten, and his service will be forever honored. ... Her sacrifice reminds us of the profound debt of gratitude we owe to those who selflessly serve our country.”
'Their service and sacrifice will not be forgotten': Military releases info on Georgia soldiers | Click on the image to read the full story https://t.co/ACcfhad6s7
— WJCL News (@WJCLNews) January 29, 2024
Moffett, a graduate of Windsor Forest High School in Savannah, enlisted in the Army Reserves in 2019 as a Horizontal Construction Engineer, the Pentagon said. She was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon, according to the Savannah Morning News.
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson released a statement on Facebook, calling the soldiers heroes.
“May we always remember that freedom is not free,” Johnson wrote.
“On behalf of the Army Reserve, I share in the sorrow felt by their friends, family, and loved ones, Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General U.S. Army Reserve Command, said in the Department of Defense press release. “Their service and sacrifice will not be forgotten, and we are committed to supporting those left behind in the wake of this tragedy.”
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Title: The 1994 Kansas City Chiefs Roster: A Glimpse into Football History
Introduction:
The 1994 Kansas City Chiefs roster holds a special place in the hearts of football enthusiasts and fans of the team. Led by Hall of Fame coach Marty Schottenheimer and boasting a talented lineup, the Chiefs had a remarkable season, capturing the AFC West title with a 9-7 record and making their way to the playoffs.
In this article, we will delve into the captivating story of the 1994 Kansas City Chiefs roster, exploring their key players, interesting facts, and answering common questions about this iconic team.
I. Key Players:
1. Joe Montana (Quarterback): Acquired in a trade with the San Francisco 49ers, Montana brought his wealth of experience, four Super Bowl wins, and impeccable leadership skills to the Chiefs.
2. Marcus Allen (Running Back): A future Hall of Famer, Allen showcased his versatility and proved to be a critical asset to the Chiefs’ offense.
3. Derrick Thomas (Linebacker): Renowned for his explosive speed and sack abilities, Thomas was a dominant force on the defensive side of the ball.
4. Neil Smith (Defensive End): Known for his fierce pass rushing skills, Smith provided a formidable presence on the Chiefs’ defensive line.
5. Willie Davis (Wide Receiver): Davis was a reliable target for Montana, contributing significantly to the team’s offensive success.
II. 5 Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Joe Montana’s Arrival: The trade for Joe Montana in 1993 was a monumental moment for the Chiefs. His presence brought an instant boost of confidence and elevated the team’s chances of success.
2. Record-Breaking Season: The Chiefs’ defense achieved a remarkable feat in 1994, sacking opposing quarterbacks 71 times, surpassing the previous record of 70 set by the 1984 Chicago Bears.
3. Montana’s Playoff Magic: Joe Montana’s playoff performances were legendary. He led the Chiefs to a come-from-behind victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Divisional Round, throwing a dramatic game-winning touchdown pass to Tim Barnett.
4. Marty Ball: Coach Marty Schottenheimer implemented a conservative, ball-control strategy known as “Marty Ball,” relying on a strong running game and solid defense to grind out victories.
5. AFC Championship Game: The Chiefs faced the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship game, losing 30-13. This marked the Chiefs’ first and only appearance in the AFC Championship game since the 1970 NFL-AFL merger.
III. 15 Common Questions and Answers:
1. Who was the head coach of the 1994 Kansas City Chiefs?
Marty Schottenheimer.
2. How did the Chiefs acquire Joe Montana?
The Chiefs traded their first-round draft pick in 1993 to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for Montana.
3. What was the Chiefs’ regular-season record in 1994?
The Chiefs finished the regular season with a 9-7 record.
4. Did the Chiefs make the playoffs in 1994?
Yes, the Chiefs won the AFC West division and secured a playoff spot.
5. How far did the Chiefs progress in the playoffs?
The Chiefs made it to the AFC Championship game but lost to the Buffalo Bills.
6. How many sacks did the Chiefs’ defense record in 1994?
The Chiefs’ defense set a record with 71 sacks in the 1994 season.
7. How many Super Bowls did Joe Montana win with the Chiefs?
Joe Montana did not win a Super Bowl with the Chiefs.
8. Who led the Chiefs in rushing yards in 1994?
Marcus Allen was the leading rusher for the Chiefs in 1994, accumulating 764 yards.
9. What was the Chiefs’ overall offensive ranking in the NFL in 1994?
The Chiefs ranked 16th in total offense in the NFL in 1994.
10. Who led the Chiefs in receiving yards in 1994?
Willie Davis led the team in receiving yards with 728.
11. How many Pro Bowl selections did the Chiefs have in 1994?
The Chiefs had seven Pro Bowl selections in 1994, including Joe Montana, Marcus Allen, and Derrick Thomas.
12. Did the Chiefs have a winning record on the road in 1994?
No, the Chiefs had a 3-5 record on the road in 1994.
13. Who did the Chiefs defeat in the AFC Divisional Round?
The Chiefs defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Divisional Round.
14. How many touchdowns did Joe Montana throw in the 1994 season?
Montana threw 16 touchdowns in the regular season.
15. What was the average attendance for Chiefs games in 1994?
The average attendance for Chiefs games in 1994 was approximately 77,000.
IV. Final Thoughts:
The 1994 Kansas City Chiefs roster remains etched in football history as a team that achieved great success and brought excitement to fans. Led by the legendary Joe Montana and a cast of talented players, this team left an indelible mark on the franchise.
Despite falling short in the AFC Championship game, the 1994 Chiefs showcased the power of teamwork, exceptional coaching, and a determination to succeed. Their record-breaking defense, along with the leadership of Montana, contributed to a memorable season that will forever be remembered by fans of the Chiefs.
As the years pass, the 1994 Kansas City Chiefs roster continues to inspire future generations of players and fans, reminding us of the importance of unity, talent, and the pursuit of greatness in the world of football.
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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will miss Monday night's game in Portland with a knee injury, the team announced.
It's the second straight game Embiid has missed. He was a late scratch from Saturday's showdown with two-time MVP Nikola Jokic in Denver, which, according to multiple sources, has prompted the league to investigate the circumstances of the team's injury reporting.
Embiid was not listed on any of the pregame injury reports leading into Saturday's game. According to sources close to the situation, Embiid was determined to play in Denver for the first time since 2019 but was pulled from the game by the team's medical staff after the staff watched him warm up before the game. As one source put it, he "could barely jump" as he warmed up.
Embiid has now missed 12 games on the season. If he misses five more, he would become ineligible for any postseason NBA awards.
The Sixers play Tuesday at Golden State.
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The Grammy Awards are airing on Sunday, February 4 at 8:00 pm on CBS and Paramount+, and the nominees are some of the biggest names in music right now. The winners are bound to achieve some sought-after goals and set precedents, so here’s a list of the high-profile records that could possibly be broken by this year’s Grammy winners, with data via VegasInsider.com.
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Record of the Year
Billie Eilish is geared up to be one of the only artists with three Record of the Year (ROTY) awards if she wins with “What Was I Made For?,” joining Paul Simon and Bruno Mars. However, she would be the only solo artist to win three ROTY awards, since Paul Simon won as part of Simon & Garfunkel and Bruno Mars as part of Silk Sonic. She would additionally be the only female artist to win three of the coveted awards.
If Jack Antonoff wins Record of the Year for his role as producer on Taylor Swift’s song “Anti-Hero,” he would achieve the rare yet sought-after goal of receiving all four major awards at the Grammys. Antonoff won Best New Artist and Song of the Year with the band Fun., as well as two Album of the Year awards for producing Swift’s albums 1989 and folklore.
Additionally, if boygenius wins with “Not Strong Enough,” they would become the second all-female group to win Record of the Year. The first was The Chicks with “Not Ready to Make Nice” in 2007.
[RELATED: 2024 Grammy Nominations Revealed]
Song of the Year
Taylor Swift‘s “Anti-Hero” has been nominated for three awards this year—Best Pop Solo Performance and Record of the Year among them—but if she wins Song of the Year it would be her very first; she has been named the most nominated songwriter without a win in the Song of the Year category.
There are only 12 songwriters who have won Song of the Year twice, and either Jack Antonoff or Billie Eilish and Finneas have a chance to join them. Antonoff has double the chance to win, as he’s nominated as a producer on Lana Del Rey’s “A&W” and Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero.”
Album of the Year
Taylor Swift is currently tied with Frank Sinatra and Stevie Wonder with three Album of the Year awards when she won for Fearless, 1989, and folklore. If she wins this year for Midnights, she’ll break that tie and become the artist with the most Album of the Year trophies.
With the record, boygenius could be the second all-female act to win Album of the Year. Again, The Chicks won this coveted award in 2007 with Taking the Long Way.
Jon Batiste is set to break records with his album World Music Radio. If he wins, he’ll first join six other artists who have won Album of the Year more than once. Then, he’ll join Adele and Stevie Wonder as the only artists to win the award for two consecutive albums, as he won last year for his album We Are.
Additionally, Lana Del Rey’s album Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Boulevard? could break the record for the longest album title to win Album of the Year.
[RELATED: A Look at the Best New Artist Grammy Nominees]
Best New Artist
If The War and Treaty win this category, they’ll be the first husband and wife duo to take home the coveted award. Even though they’ve been in the business for more than 10 years, they’ve gained much deserved popularity thanks to frequent collaborations with Zach Bryan and Chris Stapleton, as well as their signature style and honest songwriting.
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US insurer Cincinnati Financial has announced a key leadership reshuffle, with current president Stephen Spray set to become the new CEO in May.
He will succeed Steven Johnston, who will continue as executive chairman, focusing on maintaining key relationships within the industry.
Spray joined Cincinnati Financial in 1991.
His experience spans sales, marketing, underwriting and executive leadership, including the establishment of the Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters Insurance Company.
In addition, the insurer has expanded its board of directors, adding two new seats.
Peter Wu joins as an independent director, while Spray will also serve as a non-independent director.
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By GlobalDataWu and Spray have also been appointed to key committees, effective immediately.
Wu, who has a background in insurance analytics and emerging technologies, brings more than 30 years of experience.
He has been associated with Boston Consulting Group since 2022.
At BCG, Wu provided guidance on data science, artificial intelligence and insurance analytics, with an emphasis on new technologies and how they affect the insurance sector.
Before that, he worked at Deloitte Consulting, where he co-founded a team focused on advanced analytics solutions for the insurance sector.
Johnston said: “Steve is the ideal candidate to lead the company forward. He is a thoughtful, strategic and proven leader with a deep understanding of how to maintain our industry-leading profitability and growth and of the value of the relationships we enjoy with our agents.
“Our shareholders benefit from our highly engaged board of directors who bring their wide range of experiences and skills. Peter’s experience in data analytics and artificial intelligence will support our ongoing efforts to harness the power of these new technologies, while Steve’s deep understanding of our business model and the agency relationships that differentiate us will enhance board discussions.”
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Teton Therapy was proud to sponsor students from Lander Valley High School and Leadership Fremont County at the 2024 Legislative Session Preview Luncheon, which took place at the Lander Community and Convention Center on Friday, January 26th.
Hosted by the Lander, Riverton, and Dubois Chambers of Commerce, the luncheon brought together community members and their state representatives for an afternoon previewing the coming legislative session’s agenda.
This is the second year that Teton Therapy has hosted local high school students at the event, and the first year for members of the Leadership Fremont County class. Leadership Fremont County is a program that seeks to identify individuals who have displayed a strong tendency toward civic involvement, assisting them in developing their potential to become community leaders in our area.
According to Teton Therapy CEO Jeff McMenamy, OTR-L: “Teton Therapy’s commitment to the well-being of the individuals we serve extends beyond the walls of our clinics. We recognize the profound impact that legislative decisions have on the overall health of our communities. By encouraging the involvement of the young people who are tomorrow’s leaders at events like the Legislative Session Preview Luncheon, we hope to enhance communities where we operate our business, today and in the years to come.”
To schedule a free consultation with one of Teton Therapy’s expert Physical or Occupational Therapists, call the Lander clinic at 307-332-2230 or the Riverton clinic at 307-857-7074.
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The U.S. says it is reviewing its sanctions policy against Venezuela as the country's high court blocks the presidential candidacy of a leading opposition politician.
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The U.S. says it is reviewing its sanctions policy against Venezuela as the country's high court blocks the presidential candidacy of a leading opposition politician.
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Josh Harty, Jeff Berken, Kylar Kuzio
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Cooksville Community Center, Evansville 11204 N. Church Street, Evansville, Wisconsin 53536
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media release: Cooksville Acoustic Fest 2024: Saturday, May 11, 2024, 1-5 PM, Cooksville Community Center (11204 N Church St, Evansville, WI 53536) in the historic village of Cooksville, 20 miles south of Madison.
Outdoors if weather permits, inside historic schoolhouse if not. Free (donations accepted). Food & soda/water for sale. Bring your own alcoholic beverages & lawn chairs.
Featuring:
Josh Harty, a critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter from Madison via Fargo, ND. Josh has toured North America, Europe and beyond, was featured on PBS's 30 Minute Music Hour, and has headlined at Stoughton Opera House and several Madison area festivals over the years. Despite his success, he's extremely humble and is just as comfortable playing in small clubs and house concerts as he is on the big stage.)
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Jeff Berken, influential in the Green Bay Americana and alternative music scene for the past three decades with bands such as the Snowbirds, Calm & Quiet, Berken, Solid State Speed Control, and Vacuum Scam, Jeff's voice is one of the most amazing and recognizable in music today.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Kylar Kuzio, an award-winning singer-songwriter and rising star from Fond du Lac. Originally born in West Virginia, Kylar began playing at 10 years old. She has graced stages across the country, and her newest singles, Pretty Paper Rose and Sober Thoughts are creating a buzz.
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New standards for how doctors should behave at work come into force
New guidelines for how doctors should behave at work come into force today as regulators move to tackle toxic workplace cultures.
The first substantial changes to the good medical practice guidelines in a decade were published in August and included new standards on sexual harassment, whistleblowing and bullying.
The measures will be implemented by the General Medical Council (GMC) from Tuesday following a five-month familiarisation period for staff.
There will be a “zero tolerance” approach to sexual harassment, which has been included in the guide for the first time.
It said doctors “must not act in a sexual way towards colleagues with the effect or purpose of causing offence, embarrassment, humiliation or distress”.
This includes verbal or written comments and displaying or sharing images, as well as physical contact.
The GMC said its good medical practice guide `is the most important document´ it publishes (PA)
It adds to existing guidelines that medics must not act in a sexual way towards patients or use their position to pursue “sexual or improper” relationships.
The 2024 document also places emphasis on doctors in leadership and management positions to create a culture in which staff feel safe to speak out about concerns.
It also urges doctors who witness bullying or discrimination to “do something about it” such as challenging the behaviour, reporting it in line with workplace policies and offering support to the victim.
Charlie Massey, chief executive of the GMC, said: “Good medical practice is the most important document we publish, and the feedback we’ve received is clear: positive culture is a golden thread running throughout.
“By focusing on compassionate, fair workplaces where people feel empowered to speak up, we lay a solid foundation for teamwork and ultimately, safer care for patients.”
As part of the update, the GMC has provided more detailed guidance on particular topics, such as social media use.
It advises medics to be aware that when communicating privately using instant messaging services, correspondence may also become public.
It also said it has “a legal duty to investigate any concerns raised to us that reach our fitness to practise threshold”.
Dr Catherine Wills, deputy head of advisory services at the Medical Defence Union (MDU), said: “Doctors are increasingly coming to us for advice on their social media use. It can be a tricky area as doctors are expected to uphold professional standards when using social media and this extends to their private lives.
“They can be held accountable for things they say, like or share in private messaging groups, even those that are not work related. Many are not aware of this.
“Our advice is to carefully consider the private messaging groups you join and the information you post, like, share and comment on within them.
“Think about how you would feel if a colleague or patient saw the chat, or if it was shared to a wider audience.”
The guidance will also apply to physician associates and anaesthesia associates when the roles fall under those regulated by the GMC.
This is expected by the end of 2024.
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Send an urgent message to Canadian legislators and courts telling them to uphold parental rights
CALGARY, Alberta (LifeSiteNews) — Alberta is set to unveil new legislation to protect parental rights within the school system this week.
On January 27, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that this week her United Conservative Party (UPC) will publish a new parental rights policy after promising the legislation last November.
“We’ll be releasing policy about this next week and I’m really hopeful that we can depoliticize the discussion and be thinking about the kids who are listening to us adults, talking about these issues that are impacting them and making sure we get the right balance,” Smith told the audience of her Corus radio call-in show.
Smith’s comments came in response to a caller named Linda who referenced Smith’s promises during the UPC’s annual general meeting (AGM) and questioned when Smith would introduce “an Alberta parental rights bill.”
“I want every parent listening today to hear me loud and clear. Parents are the primary caregivers and educators of their children,” Smith had promised at the AGM last November.
“Regardless of how often the extreme left undermines the role of parents, I want you to know that parental rights and choice in your child’s education is and will continue to be a fundamental core principle of this party and this government, and we will never apologize for it,” she declared.
In November, UPC members passed a slew of pro-family, medical freedom, and anti-woke policies at its AGM, including one calling for a bill to support “comprehensive parental rights” in education. While the policies are non-binding, merely serving as suggestions for the Alberta government, Smith told reporters at the time that her government does support the party’s grassroots process.
During Saturday’s show, Smith revealed that consultations have taken place about such a policy, and that new legislation will be published shortly.
“When it comes to the balancing of the parental rights with kids growing into adulthood, I don’t think that there’s anything wrong with parents wanting to protect their child’s innocence as long as possible on issues of sexuality. I think that that’s a good instinct,” she told the caller.
“But they do get to a point where they start making their own decisions and so that’s the balance that we’re trying to get to, is how do we make sure that we’re supporting children as they grow into adults to become the people they want to be, while making sure that parents also have the right to ensure that materials in education and exposure to some of these discussions happen at an age-appropriate level?” Smith questioned.
Smith’s promise comes after both Saskatchewan and New Brunswick introduced legislation to protect parental rights despite incurring the ire of the LGBT mob.
Last September, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe invoked his government’s notwithstanding clause to protect legislation mandating that parents be told if their child changes “genders” at school; a judge had ruled against enforcement of the law earlier that day.
The notwithstanding clause, embedded in section 33 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, allows provinces to temporarily override sections of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms to protect new laws from being scrapped by the courts.
Saskatchewan had followed the example of New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs, who earlier in 2023 had been condemned by LGBT activists for reviewing the province’s “gender identity” policy that allowed schools to hide students’ “transgender” status from parents.
“For [a desire to be identified with the opposite sex] purposefully to be hidden from the parents, that’s a problem,” Higgs told reporters at the time.
In early August, pro-LGBT politicians tried unsuccessfully to remove Higgs from office. Their failure led Progressive Conservative Party members to say that, despite the media backlash, Higgs has the support of the “silent majority.”
Increasingly, Conservative leaders who have shown little to no concern over LGBT propaganda pushed on children have been forced to take notice as Canadians are increasingly standing up to LGBT activists.
According to an August 2023 survey, 86 percent of Saskatchewan-based participants are for parental rights and support the province’s new laws.
There have also been numerous protests against the LGBT agenda in schools, including the September 2023 “Million Person March” which drew thousands of Canadians from across the country.
Send an urgent message to Canadian legislators and courts telling them to uphold parental rights
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Konchar (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Sacramento.
Konchar was listed as doubtful leading up to Monday's contest with a left ankle sprain before being downgraded ahead of the game's 8 p.m. ET tipoff. He had been operating as the Grizzlies' makeshift starting point guard over the past six games while the team contends with injuries, but Konchar's absence Monday likely leaves two-way players Jacob Gilyard and Scotty Pippen as the team's primary ballhandlers.
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Fastest Palworld Mounts: The Best Flying and Ground Mount Options
Looking for the fastest flying and ground mounts in Palworld? Here are some of your best options.
Palworld not only allows you to use some of your Pals as flying or ground mounts throughout the game, but it grants you access to your first mount options fairly early into your adventure. As your roster grows, though, you’ll soon find that you have access to a wide variety of flying and ground mounts. More importantly, you’ll start to realize that some mounts just feel faster than others. Yet, there is very little in-game information that indicates what a mount’s actual speed is. So what are the fastest mounts in Palworld?
First off, the good news is that you’re not going crazy. Some mounts in Palworld are indeed faster than others. While the game doesn’t do a great job of informing you about the exact statistical differences between those mounts’ speeds, that information does exist within the game’s code. In fact, this website uncovered the top speed of every mount in the game. It turns out that each mount in Palworld not only has baseline Run Speed and Sprint Speed stats but that the differences between those stat ratings can be pretty drastic.
At present, the fastest flying mount in Palworld is Jetragon. In fact, the difference between Jetragon and every other flying mount is almost comical. Jetragon has a Sprint Rating of 3300, which is more than double the next-fastest Sprint speed in the game. Jetragon’s Run Rating of 1700 isn’t quite that impressive, but it’s still the fastest in the game by far.
However, you won’t acquire Jetragon until much later in the game. So what is the fastest early flying mount in Palworld? Well, with a 1000 Run/1400 Sprint rating, Faleris will probably be your best option slightly earlier in the game. If you need a mount earlier than that, you should prioritize acquiring an Astegon and taking advantage of its 600 Run/800 Sprint ratings.
There are quite a few flying mount options between those Pals, but those seem to be the best “milestone” mounts. If you need something between Astegon and Faleris, though, then Shadowbeak, Quivern, and Ragnahawk are all excellent mid-game upgrade options that offer 800+ Run and 1000+ Sprint speeds.
What about ground mounts, though? Well, Necromus is the fastest pure ground mount in Palworld. Their 900 Run/1600 Sprint is just hard to beat. More importantly, they are one of the few Pals in the game that can double jump, which makes them that much more valuable as mounts.
As for the fastest early-game mounts, Sweepa and Rumpo will almost inevitably be your first ground mounts. They get the job done, but you’re looking to replace them with Maraith, Arsox, Azurobe, Chillet, or Grintale, who all offer 600 Run/800 Sprint stats. Blazehowl, Fenglope, Direhowl, and Pyrin will be your primary upgrades from there, since they all offer 750+Run and 900+ Sprint speed. Ultimately, Pyrin’s 850 Run/1300 Sprint ratings make it the fastest ground mount before you start looking into the Legendary Pal options. Then again, Fenglope can double jump, which may make them more valuable for your specific needs. Of course, Jetragon is still the fastest overall mount in Palworld across all known categories.
Please note, though, that you can improve any mount’s base speed through breeding. There are four breeding traits in the game that positively impact movement speed, and giving them all to a pal will increase their movement speed by up to 75%. However, the logistics and limitations of Palworld’s breeding system mean that you likely won’t be able to give all of those traits to a Pal for quite some time. Even still, getting one or two of those breeding buffs on a mount can make them noticeably faster.
Finally, please note that every Pal in the game has their own Stamina meter that will slowly drain when they are mounted. That meter is separate from your player character’s Stamina meter and will not be increased as you level your character up. At present, the only known ways to increase a Pal’s base stamina are to play on a custom server with custom stamina rules or to use a Pal Condenser to combine duplicate Pals into a stronger version of that Pal. There may be times when a Pal’s Stamina will impact your decision to use them as a mount, though known Stamina ratings seem to be relatively in line with known Pal speeds. Similarly, a mount’s abilities, type, and Partner Skills may ultimately determine whether you use them over similarly quick options.
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DETROIT — Officials at Toyota and General Motors on Monday urged the owners of approximately 61,000 older vehicles to stop driving them because their airbag inflators are at risk of exploding.
The urgent advisory covers Corolla compact cars and Matrix hatchbacks from 2003 and 2004., The Associated Press reported. It also includes the RAV4 model, a small SUV, from 2004 and 2005. An additional 11,000 Pontiac Vibes from 2003 and 2004, are also part of the warning, according to the news outlet.
The Matrix and Vibes are essentially the same vehicle and were produced at the same California factory, the AP reported.
The concern is from the vehicles’ Takata airbag inflators, which could explode and hurl debris, CBS News reported. Because of the airbags’ ages, an explosion could shoot sharp metal fragments, which could lead to injury and possibly death, according to Toyota.
All of the vehicles were in the United States.
The recalled RAV4s have Takata driver’s airbags while the Corolla, while they are located on the passenger side in the Matrix models, the AP reported.
“Owners SHOULD NOT DRIVE these vehicles until the FREE safety recall repair has been conducted,” Toyota said in a news release.
Toyota and General Motors said that owners of the affected vehicles should contact a local dealer, the news release stated. Dealers will provide options that will include mobile repair, towing the vehicle to a dealer, or vehicle pickup and delivery by the dealership.
The latest announcement comes about a month after Toyota recalled about 1 million vehicles in the U.S. because the front passenger airbags may not deploy properly in a crash, posing an additional risk of injury to riders.
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Takes Stock Of Measures To Improve It In JK Cities
Jammu: In the UT Apex Committee meeting of National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today took stock of all the measures taken to improve the overall quality of air in the twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar here.
The meeting was attended by ACS, Forest Department; Divisional Commissioner Kashmir/Jammu; PCCF; Secretary Transport; Commissioner SMC/JMC besides other concerned officers.
During this meeting the Chief Secretary impressed upon the concerned city administrations to take all the measures to improve the air quality in our cities as envisaged under this national programme. He asked them to show more commitment toward this significant matter and ensure that the targets set for the two cities are met without fail.
Dulloo further took note of the expenditure made till date under this national programme and the works carried out to make quality of air better here. He stressed on making strenuous efforts to complete all the ongoing works within this financial year. He also directed for accelerating the pace of tendering and other preliminary processes to execute other projects taken up under this programme.
The Chief Secretary maintained that the clean air is one of the basic parameters of determining quality lifestyle in urban areas. He observed that the measures like enhancing of green spaces, reduction of pollutants by resorting to eco-friendly ways are going to have a great impact on our health and prosperity. He called for coordinated efforts to implement this programme here in letter and spirit.
It was given out by the ACS, Forests, Dheeraj Gupta that the National Clean Air Programme is a comprehensive time bound action programme launched by MoEFCC, Govt of India in January 2019 with an objective to improve air Quality especially for Non-attainment Cities.
He said that a baseline has been given for each identified city and Target set to be achieved for the concerned city administration to improve the air quality there. He further made out that 124 NACs(132 NACs as on now) have been identified in country for the coverage in this program on the basis of non-conforming to National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for 5consecutive years.
The meeting was also apprised that funds to the tune of Rs 94.60 Cr have been received by the Municipal bodies of twin cities for making meaningful intervention in this regard. It was said that 19 Air Quality Monitoring-Manual Air Quality Monitoring Stations have been set up in Jammu and Srinagar for providing the real time updates.
Moreover the data for the air quality of 19 different parameters monitored by the CAAQMS installed at Rajbagh Srinagar is displayed on the screen for information of the general public. Similarly, Air Quality of 10 locations of Jammu City is being monitored and displayed through towers installed under Jammu Smart City Project at main chowks of Jammu city for information of general public.
In addition the State Action Plan has been submitted to CPCB by Government of J&K, which stands approved by the CPCB. This approved Action Plan has details of all the major actions / activities required to be undertaken, departments responsible for its implementation, besides setting timelines for implementation of each of them, the meeting was informed.
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The 1994 San Francisco 49ers Roster: A Legendary Team That Defined an Era
The 1994 San Francisco 49ers roster is widely regarded as one of the greatest teams in NFL history. Led by head coach George Seifert and boasting a star-studded lineup, the ’94 49ers dominated the league en route to their fifth Super Bowl victory. This article will delve into the specifics of this legendary team, highlighting five interesting facts and tricks, addressing 15 common questions, and concluding with final thoughts on its impact on the sport.
Interesting Facts and Tricks:
1. Unstoppable Offense: The ’94 49ers had an incredibly potent offense, averaging a remarkable 31.6 points per game throughout the regular season. Led by quarterback Steve Young, who won the league MVP that year, and supported by a stellar offensive line, they scored a total of 505 points, the highest in the league that season.
2. The Magnificent Jerry Rice: Wide receiver Jerry Rice was undoubtedly the star of the ’94 49ers. Rice, who is widely regarded as the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, had a career-best season in ’94, catching 112 passes for 1,499 yards and 13 touchdowns. His incredible performance earned him both the Super Bowl MVP and AP Offensive Player of the Year awards.
3. Dominant Defense: While the team’s offense received much of the attention, the ’94 49ers also boasted a formidable defense. Led by Hall of Famers like Deion Sanders, Charles Haley, and Ken Norton Jr., they ranked second in the league in yards allowed per game and fourth in points allowed per game. This balanced approach played a crucial role in their success that season.
4. Record-Breaking Regular Season: The ’94 49ers finished the regular season with a remarkable 13-3 record, securing the top seed in the NFC playoffs. This marked their fifth consecutive season with at least 10 wins, a testament to the team’s sustained excellence during that era.
5. Super Bowl Triumph: The crowning moment for the ’94 49ers came in Super Bowl XXIX, where they faced the San Diego Chargers. The game saw a masterful display of offensive prowess, as Steve Young threw a Super Bowl record six touchdown passes, leading the team to a resounding 49-26 victory. This win earned the franchise its fifth Super Bowl title, solidifying their status as one of the greatest teams in NFL history.
Common Questions and Answers:
1. Who was the head coach of the 1994 San Francisco 49ers?
The head coach of the 1994 San Francisco 49ers was George Seifert.
2. Who was the quarterback of the ’94 49ers?
Steve Young was the quarterback of the ’94 49ers.
3. How many Super Bowls did the ’94 49ers win?
The ’94 49ers won their fifth Super Bowl in the 1994 season.
4. Who was the star player on the ’94 49ers?
Wide receiver Jerry Rice was the star player on the ’94 49ers.
5. How many touchdown passes did Steve Young throw in Super Bowl XXIX?
Steve Young threw a record six touchdown passes in Super Bowl XXIX.
6. Was the ’94 team known for its offense or defense?
The ’94 team was known for its balanced approach, excelling on both offense and defense.
7. What was the team’s regular-season record in 1994?
The ’94 49ers finished the regular season with a 13-3 record.
8. How many points per game did the ’94 49ers average in the regular season?
The ’94 49ers averaged 31.6 points per game in the regular season.
9. Who won the MVP award in the 1994 season?
Steve Young won the MVP award in the 1994 season.
10. How many receiving yards did Jerry Rice have in the ’94 season?
Jerry Rice had 1,499 receiving yards in the ’94 season.
11. Did the ’94 49ers have any Hall of Fame players?
Yes, the ’94 49ers had several Hall of Fame players, including Jerry Rice, Steve Young, Deion Sanders, Charles Haley, and Ken Norton Jr.
12. How many consecutive seasons did the ’94 49ers have with at least 10 wins?
The ’94 49ers had five consecutive seasons with at least 10 wins.
13. Who did the ’94 49ers face in Super Bowl XXIX?
The ’94 49ers faced the San Diego Chargers in Super Bowl XXIX.
14. What was the final score of Super Bowl XXIX?
The ’94 49ers defeated the San Diego Chargers with a final score of 49-26.
15. How many Super Bowl titles did the ’94 49ers win?
The ’94 49ers won their fifth Super Bowl title.
Final Thoughts:
The 1994 San Francisco 49ers roster stands as a testament to the pinnacle of excellence in the NFL. This legendary team showcased an unstoppable offense, led by the brilliant Steve Young and the incomparable Jerry Rice, while also boasting a dominant defense. Their record-breaking regular season and Super Bowl triumph solidified their place in history, and their balanced approach to the game continues to inspire future generations of players and coaches. The ’94 49ers serve as a reminder that greatness can be achieved through a combination of talent, strategy, and teamwork, leaving an indelible mark on the sport of football.
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Many Kansas City Chiefs fans will book flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Las Vegas International Airport (LAS) in February to watch the defending Super Bowl champions attempt to repeat against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII.
But Chiefs fans won't be the only ones making the estimated three-hour flight to Sin City.
Fans of Grammy-winning artist Taylor Swift -- who is dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce -- will also attend to see Kansas City potentially win another Super Bowl.
Ahead of Kansas City's fourth Super Bowl appearance since 2020, American Airlines decided to do something special to honor Chiefs Kingdom and the Swifties.
"You could say that after [Sunday's] games, we are in our football era, and we are thrilled to provide additional direct flights from Kansas City to Las Vegas," American Airlines told The Associated Press in a statement making references to Swift's music. "To our customers who are huge sports fans, look what you made us do."
The airline decided to take things a step further by tailoring their flight numbers to figures associated with the Chiefs.
American Airlines is offering a trio of Flight 15s -- dedicated to quarterback Patrick Mahomes -- one from Kansas City to Las Vegas and two returning flights from Sin City back to the barbecue hot spot.
American Airlines is also allowing Swifties to be a part of the thrill. There will be two opportunities to fly Flight 1989 from Kansas City to Las Vegas on Feb. 9 and Feb. 10 -- a nod to the songstress, who was born in 1989 and has a hit album by the same name. There will also be a Flight 87 dedicated to Kelce that returns to Kansas City from Las Vegas after the Super Bowl on Feb. 12.
American is also offering a Flight 1521 that combines Mahomes' and Chiefs safety Mike Edwards' numbers that departs from Kansas City and lands in Las Vegas.
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New book finds Trump's plot to overturn 2020 election 'crazier than anybody imagined' By Mary Louise Kelly, Tinbete Ermyas, Kai McNamee Published January 29, 2024 at 4:44 PM CST Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 8:15 NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with journalists Michael Isikoff and Daniel Klaidman about their new book, Find Me The Votes. Copyright 2024 NPR
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Many social media users were stunned on January 28 to see rumblings of a new Jay-Z album arriving in 2024 — including the rapper’s own entertainment company.
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It’s been six years since the hip-hop mogul last gave the world new content (his album 4:44 hit shelves in June 2017.) So naturally, director Hidji World set social media ablaze Sunday with a post to his Instagram story that claimed he was “shooting today” with Jay-Z.
Hidji World shared a picture of a white slate board that pointedly announced, “Jay-Z 2024 Album.” The board, dated January 28, listed Hidji as the director, along with Leroy Farrell as the director of photography.
The news of potential fresh Hova content spread like wildfire, with one post from NFR Podcast receiving 2.4 million views on X, formerly known as Twitter.
The podcast’s post caught the attention of Jay-Z’s entertainment company, Roc Nation, which quickly stepped in to seize control of the narrative (and invariably crush millions of hip-hop fans’ hopes in the process.)
“That’s news to us,” Roc Nation wrote Sunday on X.
Fans did little to hide their disappointment, with one user commenting, “can’t even get excited for 24 hours.”
New Jay-Z Album Rumors Date Back to 2023
The “Empire State of Mind” rapper may have inadvertently fueled rumors of a new LP as far back as November 2023 when he returned to Instagram following a two-year hiatus.
Jay-Z touted upcoming projects in his first post back, confirming his contribution to the soundtrack for the newly-released Biblical comedy “The Book of Clarence.”
The rapper is also among the producers for the film, which hit theaters Jan. 12 and tells the story of a “down-on-his-luck” man living in Jerusalem who tries to capitalize on the budding influence of the Messiah.
So When Can We Expect a New Jay-Z Album?
The rumor mill likely has Jay-Z fans clamoring more than ever for new music. But the music and cultural icon, who was born Shawn Carter, has made it clear you can’t rush perfection.
“I’ll say I want to make music, but it has to be something important. I don’t want to just make a bunch of tunes,” Jay-Z told Gayle King in an October 2023 CBS Mornings interview.
The mega-mogul went on to add, “It has to mean something, you know? It has to mean something to a larger society.”
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