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KOLKATA: The strained diplomatic ties between India and Bangladesh have severely impacted the livelihood of 80-odd rickshaw-pullers, who operate in the 'Mini Bangladesh' Marquis Street area. For these rickshaw-pullers, who primarily serve Bangladeshi tourists, earnings have declined 75% over the past three months in the absence of visitors from the neighbouring country. Several of them have started taking up new jobs, such as cargo loading.
The sight of Bangladeshi tourists, carrying big shopping bags and travelling by rickshaws along Marquis Street, Mirza Ghalib Street, Free School Street and Sudder Street was common in "mini Bangladesh" even a few months ago. But the protests and the consequent turmoil in Bangladesh have kept Bangladeshi visitors with tourist visas to the minimum. Most of the people still coming to Kolkata from Bangladesh are those seeking medical treatment.
"We ferry Bangladeshi tourists throughout the year. Before Eid, Durga Puja and the wedding season, the number increases significantly. But the number of Bangladeshi visitors has nosedived over the past three-four months," said Sodepur resident Prasenjit Saha, who has been working as a rickshaw-puller in the area for a decade. "I would earn Rs 700-Rs 800 daily even four months ago, now the earnings have come down to Rs 200 a day." Another rickshaw-puller, Md Rafiq from Canning, said, "Their number has become so few that it becomes difficult to earn even Rs 200-250 a day. Those visiting for treatment do not usually go out shopping or take a rickshaw ride for fun." As a result, many, like Md Sajjak, have taken up other jobs or are looking for alternatives. Sajjak worked as a rickshaw-puller for six years but now, he has started working with caterers. "He takes out his rickshaw only in his free time. As we don't own rickshaws, we have to pay Rs 70 a day to the owner whether we earn or not," said rickshaw-puller Md Adil, a Park Circus resident struggling to make ends meet.
"Restrictions on new tourist visas have kept Bangladeshis from visiting India. The visas of some will expire soon. So there is no hope for us to revive our income," said Anwar Hossain from Baruipur, who has to borrow to pay for his children's education.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:07Z
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KOLKATA: The hawking situation around the 150-year-old heritage New Market has become extremely challenging for both police and Town Vending Committee (TVC) members, with fights breaking out between hawker unions for control over space.
Mayor Firhad Hakim made a candid admission of the situation on Friday after he received a call from a citizen during the 'Talk to Mayor', urging his intervention in solving the growing encroachment problem in New Market.
Though Hakim assured the caller that he would look into the problem, the mayor later conceded that several hawkers vying for space actually made the situation challenging for the civic body. Hakim also felt that cops would need to get tough with the hawkers who were grabbing carriageways illegally. "Multiple hawker unions have been fighting against each other. This poses a serious challenge for us to implement decisions that are being taken by the TVC. I wish cops would be more active in streamlining hawking in the New Market area," said Hakim.
Hawker union leaders and TVC members have agreed that the situation was fast going out of control in the New Market hawking zone. According to Saktiman Ghosh, general secretary of the Hawker Sangram Committee and a TVC member, while two-thirds of Bertram Street next to New Market was freed up in a special drive in June, the space is being gobbled up by fresh attempts by aggressive hawkers.
"After the hawker pushback in June, the parking lot that was usurped by hawkers was reclaimed," said Ghosh.
In Nov-end, fresh trouble erupted in the area as hawkers clashed on Bertram Street over the right to occupy the carriageway.
With the Christmas-New Year season approaching, a fresh set of hawkers is attempting to grab the carriageway, said a civic official.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:13Z
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KOLKATA: The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) water supply department will suspend supply from Palta treatment plant after 9 am on Monday for repair, maintenance, and overhaul of the century-old treatment plant that caters to the water supply needs of nearly 65% of the city's population. Supply will be restored from 6am the next day, said a civic official.
According to a KMC water supply department official, no supply will be available from Tala tank on Monday (after 9 am) to the entire north and central Kolkata areas and large parts of south Kolkata.
"We will take up the installation and repair of higher diameter valves, electro-mechanical drives, high tension pumps, leakage repairing work on higher diameter pipelines, and various maintenance work at Palta waterworks," said a civic official.
There will also be no supply in large areas of Bidhannagar and S Dum Dum Municipality.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:19Z
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LTE Base Station System Market Set for Steady Growth, Estimated to Reach $234.50 Billion by 2030
Strict regulations for telecom operators in some regions and limited availability of compatible devices hinder growth in the LTE base station system market.
WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- According to a recent report by Allied Market Research, the global LTE base station system market was valued at $32.80 billion in 2020 and is anticipated to reach $234.50 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.0% from 2021 to 2030.Long-Term Evolution (LTE) base station systems are designed with advanced technology to optimize energy efficiency and minimize costs. These systems simplify installation processes and significantly reduce power consumption. LTE serves as a standard for high-speed wireless communication, catering to mobile phones and data terminals. By integrating a new radio interface with enhanced core network capabilities, LTE improves both capacity and data transfer speeds.
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In LTE networks, the base station, known as the Evolved Node B (eNodeB), incorporates sophisticated radio access and control technologies. This setup contrasts with the W-CDMA system, where base station functionality is distributed between the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) and IP-Radio Network Controllers (IP-RNC). Together, these components enable more efficient communication and network management, advancing the overall performance of wireless connectivity.
An LTE base station is a radio transmitter and receiver serving as the core hub for a local wireless network and often functions as the gateway between wired and wireless networks. The rise in data traffic and network congestion has driven the adoption of small cells to optimize spectrum usage. These small cells play a crucial role in pre-5G and LTE-Advanced Pro transitions by helping service providers reduce costs associated with rooftop systems, installations, and rental fees. Additionally, small cells enhance connectivity to base stations, thus fueling market growth.
Several key factors are propelling the LTE base station system market, including the increasing demand for high-speed broadband services and growing consumer awareness of IoT applications like smart homes and connected vehicles. Expansion in the telecom industry and the need for high data transfer rates are also boosting growth. However, market growth is hampered by strict regulations for telecom operators in certain countries and limited availability of compatible devices.
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On a positive note, ongoing advancements in wireless communication technology, the growth of complementary technologies such as software-defined networking (SDN) and network functions virtualization (NFV), and an expanding telecom customer base present promising opportunities for market expansion during the forecast period.
Market Insights by End User
The residential and small office/home office (SOHO) segment captured the largest market share in 2020, driven by a steady increase in data traffic and subscriber expectations. Meanwhile, the urban segment is projected to experience the fastest growth due to rising LTE deployments in densely populated areas, including convention centers, malls, parks, city centers, and transportation hubs.
Regional Analysis
In 2020, North America led the LTE base station system market, a position it is expected to maintain throughout the forecast period. This dominance is attributed to the region’s swift transition from Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) and Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA)/High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA) networks. In contrast, the Asia-Pacific region is forecasted to witness significant growth, particularly due to early LTE deployments in countries like South Korea and Japan.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
While the LTE base station system market has shown substantial growth in recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic caused a temporary decline in 2020. Leading market players are anticipated to implement moderate cuts in research and development (R&D) budgets to maintain robust product portfolios. Companies are likely to prioritize innovation investments in next-generation technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, positioning themselves for growth when market demand rebounds.
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1. By Product Type: The TDD-LTE segment held the largest market share in 2020.
2. By Region: North America generated the highest revenue in 2020.
3. By End User: The residential and SOHO segment accounted for the highest revenue share.
Major players in the LTE base station system market include:
Airspan Networks
Alpha Networks Inc.
AT&T Intellectual Property
Cisco Systems, Inc.
CommScope Inc.
Ericsson
Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Nokia Corporation
ZTE Corporation
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:19Z
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KOLKATA: The state transport department has introduced the ‘One RTO, One Registration Code' policy to simplify vehicle registration processes across Bengal with immediate effect.
This system consolidates multiple codes for vehicles of different categories into a single and unique code for each RTO and additional RTO. Previously, there were multiple codes for vehicle registration even under the same RTO in Bengal, based on its category. Transport secretary, Saumitra Mohan, said the policy aligns with the Central govt's guidelines.
The department stated that the existing vehicle registration numbers will not change. All vehicle data can now be accessed instantly online. The department has also notified the new codes for RTOs.
No new number will be needed for vehicles which changed from private to commercial, vice-versa.
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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/one-rto-one-registration-code-in-bengal/articleshow/116323911.cms
| 2024-12-16T05:03:25Z
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Victor 303: A High-Octane Saga of Heartbreak, Revenge, and Legacy
Victor 303: Unleashing Courage Amid Chaos and Betrayal
Film Review: Victor 303 Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
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Ahmedabad, Dec 16: Victor 303, directed by Swapnil Mehta, is a gripping Gujarati film that brings a fresh blend of action, drama, and emotional intensity to the silver screen.
Featuring Jagjeet in the titular role, the movie offers a compelling narrative of heartbreak, revenge, and self-discovery set against the raw and rugged backdrop of Maliya Miyana, a land ruled by the dreaded salt mafia.
The Plot
At its core, Victor 303 is a journey of redemption and self-realization. The story begins with Victor, an orphaned man, dealing with the agony of unrequited love. His impulsive decision to crash his lover’s wedding not only reveals his vulnerability but also catapults him into a violent feud with the salt mafia, an unexpected but thrilling twist. What starts as a personal vendetta transforms into a larger-than-life battle for justice and legacy. The layers of betrayal and bloodshed are woven seamlessly into the plot, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.
The film takes an introspective turn when Victor uncovers the truth about his heritage. This revelation serves as the emotional anchor of the movie, making his quest not just one of vengeance but also of claiming his rightful place in a turbulent world.
Victor 303 is an ambitious film that successfully delivers on its promise of drama, action, and cultural pride. It is a celebration of resilience and the discovery of one’s identity, set against the backdrop of Gujarat’s rich heritage. With a stellar performance by Jagjeet and an engaging storyline, this movie is a must-watch for fans of action-packed dramas with heart.
Whether you’re in for the emotional highs or the adrenaline-pumping action, Victor 303 is a cinematic rollercoaster that leaves you cheering for Victor as he claims his destiny.
Performance
Jagjeet shines in the lead role, portraying Victor with a raw intensity that makes him relatable yet larger-than-life. His performance captures the nuanced transformation of a heartbroken man into a fierce warrior with an undeniable purpose. The supporting cast adds depth to the story, though it is Jagjeet who carries the weight of the film with his charismatic presence.
Direction and Cinematography
Swapnil Mehta‘s direction is masterful, combining fast-paced action with emotionally charged moments. The gritty depiction of Maliya Miyana, with its desolate salt pans and ominous landscapes, enhances the film’s atmosphere. The cinematography, rich in earthy tones, captures the harsh reality of Victor’s world while juxtaposing it with the grandeur of his journey.
Music
The soundtrack, composed by Kedar and Bargav, is one of the film’s standout elements. From haunting melodies that echo Victor’s loneliness to adrenaline-pumping scores during the action sequences, the music enriches the storytelling. The use of traditional Gujarati musical elements adds authenticity and cultural depth to the film.
Strengths
1. Unique Premise: The combination of personal heartbreak and a battle against a powerful mafia is both fresh and engaging.
2. Emotional Depth: Victor’s journey is as much about self-discovery as it is about action, making it resonate on a deeper level.
3. Stunning Action Sequences: The fight scenes are choreographed with precision, delivering high-octane thrills.
4. Cultural Rootedness: The film’s tagline, “Mahadev-Mahadev. Sinh na Khorde Galudiya no Janme,” perfectly encapsulates its spirit, paying homage to strength and resilience.
Weaknesses
1. Pacing Issues: The first half feels slightly stretched, with the romance angle taking more time than necessary to build.
2. Predictable Elements: While the twists are intriguing, some moments feel clichéd, particularly in Victor’s confrontation with the mafia.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:25Z
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As Pushpa 2 continues to captivate audiences in cinemas, it seems the film has inspired real-life criminal activity.
In a chilling parallel to the plot of the first Pushpa movie, a truck resembling the iconic vehicle from the film was recently spotted deep inside the Rani forest, transporting smuggled timber worth lakhs of rupees.
The operation, allegedly run by notorious forest mafias Manik and Patil, mirrored the tactics seen in Pushpa, with the duo executing their crimes with remarkable precision. The truck, devoid of license plates and with all identification numbers erased, was loaded with timber in a manner strikingly similar to the illegal logging activities depicted in the film.
Sources claim the illegal timber operation has been ongoing for several months, with the criminals smuggling valuable timber from one area to another without fear of detection. Forest officials had reportedly been hesitant to act against Manik and Patil due to their influence and the threats they allegedly posed. Previous attempts to seize their vehicle were thwarted when the duo removed the truck's tyres, stalling any action.
However, their criminal activities were finally halted after a tip-off led to a nighttime raid by the Rani Forest Office. Officials successfully seized the truck, which was carrying thousands of rupees worth of timber. Both Manik and Patil were apprehended along with the vehicle.
This incident raises critical concerns about the effectiveness of government efforts to combat forest smuggling.
The question remains: will stricter measures be implemented to tackle such crimes, or will the illegal timber trade continue to flourish, Pushpa-style?
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:29Z
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KOLKATA: Sampriti Flyover, which connects Jinjira Bazar to Batanagar on the southern fringes of the city, will remain closed every night from 10 pm to 6 am for next three months for the Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority to undertake repairs of the flyover's carriageway surface. The traffic police have chalked up diversion plans for vehicles from Saturday.
The flyover is 6.8 km long. KMDA also plans to replace the damaged expansion joints of the flyover in the next phase. The authorities recently got approval from the urban development department to get funds for the project. As per plans, 12 expansion joints of the Sampriti Flyover, which were found to be in a damaged condition, will be replaced.
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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/sampriti-flyover-to-stay-shut-at-night-for-3-months-for-repair-work/articleshow/116334135.cms
| 2024-12-16T05:03:32Z
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Dr. Ritrik Raj Bhuyan, Director of the "Heart and Robotic Surgery" department at Fortis Escorts Hospital, New Delhi, has achieved a rare feat in cardiac surgery.
A successful heart transplant was conducted on a "brain-dead" patient brought from Nagpur to Fortis Escorts Hospital in Delhi. The procedure was completed on Sunday with the creation of a "green corridor" between Nagpur and Delhi to ensure the swift transport of the donor's heart.
Dr. Bhuyan, who hails from Dhekiajuli in Assam's Sonitpur district, is regarded as one of the leading heart surgeons in the country. He has pursued advanced medical education and gained extensive experience at institutions like Gauhati Medical College, Assam Medical College, as well as in Australia and New Zealand.
Dr. Bhuyan has also been instrumental in establishing the first "Robotic Surgery" centre in North India and has earned recognition as a pioneering robotic surgeon.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:35Z
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KOLKATA: With the mercury dipping below 14 degrees before Dec 15, winter has set in early this year. In the past 11 years, the mercury dipped below 14 degrees before Dec 15 only once - in 2014. Even as the city started yearning for the chill, the Met office predicted a slight rise in mercury from Monday due to twin weather systems - one over the Bay of Bengal and another over north India.
The minimum temperature plunged to 13.8 degrees on Thursday. The only time it dipped this low before the Dec fortnight was a decade ago. In the past two days, there has been a slight rise, with it standing at 14 degrees on both days, 2.1 notches below normal. The Met office expects it to hover around the 13-degree mark on Sunday too before it starts climbing slightly. The maximum temperature of 24 degrees Celsius on Saturday was three degrees below normal.
"By Monday, it could reach around 15 degrees Celsius and swing between 15 and 16 degrees for the next few days. Despite the rise, the mercury will be near normal, and the cold feeling will stay," said H R Biswas, head of the weather section at the Regional Meteorological Centre Kolkata.
In the past two years, the coldest Dec days were on the 17th when the city recorded 13.7 and 13.2 degrees Celsius, respectively. With the coldest Dec being recorded in the latter half of the month each year, the Met office is hopeful of the chill towards the month's end.
But even as the Met office was expecting the mercury to dip around 12 degrees by this weekend, the twin weather systems are playing spoilsport. "A western disturbance over northern India and a likely formation of a low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal are the two main factors for halting the mercury from sliding further. The wind pattern, which was northerly, is becoming weak due to the twin weather systems," added Biswas.
The dry northerly wind brings in the chill, while the easterly wind injects moisture into the land, pushing up the mercury. The low-pressure area may form by Sunday. But the system will not be strong enough to bring in rain.
In some western districts, the temperature dipped below 10 degrees on Saturday. The mercury plunged to 7.9 degrees Celsius in Purulia, while in Sriniketan, the Met office recorded 9.1 degrees. On Saturday, cold wave conditions persisted in seven districts of West Midnapore, Jhargram, Purulia, East and West Burdwan. Purulia and West Burdwan are expected to be under cold wave conditions on Sunday as well.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:38Z
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Israel’s government has approved a plan to encourage the expansion of settlements in the occupied Golan Heights.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the move was necessary because a “new front” had opened up on Israel’s border with Syria after the fall of the Assad regime to an Islamist-led rebel alliance.
Netanyahu said he wanted to double the population of the Golan Heights, which Israel seized during the 1967 Six-Day War and is considered illegally occupied under international law.
Israeli forces moved into a buffer zone separating the Golan Heights from Syria in the days following Assad’s departure, saying the change of control in Damascus meant ceasefire arrangements had “collapsed”.
Despite the move, Netanyahu said in a statement on Sunday evening that Israel has “no interest in a conflict with Syria”.
“We will determine Israeli policy regarding Syria according to the reality on the ground,” he said.
There are more than 30 Israeli settlements in the Golan Heights, which are home to an estimated 20,000 people. They are considered illegal under international law, which Israel disputes.
The settlers live alongside some 20,000 Syrians, most of them Druze Arabs who did not flee when the area came under Israeli control.
Netanyahu said Israel would “continue to hold on to [the territory], make it flourish and settle it”.
However, former Israeli prime minister Ehud Olmert said he did not “see any reason” for the country to expand into Golan Heights.
“The prime minster [Netanyahu] said we are not interested in expanding the confrontation with Syria and we hope we will not need to fight against the new rebels that are presently taking over Syria. So why do we do precisely the opposite?” he told the BBC World Service’s Newshour programme.
He added: “We have enough problems to deals with.”
Netanyahu’s announcement comes a day after Syria’s new de-facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa criticised Israel for its ongoing strikes on military targets in the country, which have reportedly targeted military facilities.
The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) has documented more than 450 Israeli air strikes in Syria since 8 December, including 75 since Saturday evening.
Al-Sharaa – also known as Abu Mohammed al-Jolani – said the strikes “crossed red lines” and risked escalating tensions in the region, though he said Syria was not seeking a conflict with any neighbouring state.
Speaking to Syria TV, which was seen as pro-opposition during the civil war, al-Sharaa said the country’s “war-weary condition, after years of conflict and war, does not allow for new confrontations”, Reuters reported.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has not commented on his remarks, but previously said the strikes were necessary to stop weapons falling “into the hands of extremists”.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:39Z
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Tarot Card – The World – It’s time for you to be rewarded for all your hard work. Follow your gut feelings. Today is a great day for you. All your efforts will pay off. A financially satisfying day ahead. Good news is on its way. Angel Message – Enjoy the moment Lucky Color – White Lucky Number – 2
Tarot Card – The Hermit – You need rest mentally so you can make the right decisions. Take time for yourself and your loved ones. Reconsider your decisions and allow yourself some rest. Be gentle with yourself. Angel Message – Reconnect with yourself. Lucky Color – White Lucky Number – 1
Tarot Card – Judgment – Past issues will resolve. Focus more on your future plans. Today, you will experience an awakening. It’s time for new possibilities. Forgive yourself and others. Let go of destructive emotions like guilt, fear, and blame. Angel Message – Be kind to yourself Lucky Color – Green Lucky Number – 3
Tarot Card – 8 of Swords – Donate anything to those in need. Don’t restrict your emotions—express yourself. Remember you are blessed with many great qualities; utilize them. Don’t be a prisoner of your thoughts; this phase will pass soon. Angel Message – Spend some time in nature. Lucky Color – Yellow Lucky Number – 1
Tarot Card – 5 of Cups – Let go of feelings that no longer serve you. Focus more on the present. Don’t dwell on the past—it’s gone, and you cannot change it. Trust yourself. Angel Message – Let go of things. Lucky Color – White Lucky Number – 5
Tarot Card – 10 of Wands – The bad phase of your life is about to end. Accept the situation and move forward. Something new is on the way, so be ready for it. Let go of the pain. Angel Message – Connect with nature. Lucky Color – Yellow Lucky Number – 9
Tarot Card – 5 of Pentacles – Financially, you may face some hardship today. Avoid taking or giving any loans. Emotionally, it will be hard for you to make others understand what you’re going through. Avoid arguments. Angel Message – Time for some meditation. Lucky Color – White Lucky Number – 4
Tarot Card – The World – The world will be at your feet today. The end of your emotional and financial struggles is near. Today, you will see the fruitful results of your efforts. Your dreams will come true. Enjoy and be grateful. Angel Message – Live in the moment. Lucky Color – Pink Lucky Number – 6
Tarot Card – Page of Cups – A new project is on the cards. This also indicates potential childbirth or pregnancy. Beware of being overly sensitive. Listen to your intuition and balance your emotions. Angel Message – Time for self-analysis. Lucky Color – Yellow Lucky Number – 5
Tarot Card – Queen of Pentacles – Today, you will be financially and emotionally stable. A great day for your business or any new job or deal. You will be in the spotlight. You will manage money well. Angel Message – Spend some time in nature. Lucky Color – Brown Lucky Number – 9
Tarot Card – Queen of Swords – Today, you will be very straightforward. Avoid fights. Be honest and truthful. Control your temper. Be kind to everyone. Angel Message – Believe in yourself. Lucky Color – Brown Lucky Number – 9
Tarot Card – 2 of Wands – Travel is on the cards. Business expansion or promotions are likely. This card indicates success and prosperity. A great time to plan your future. Angel Message – Work on yourself. Lucky Color – White Lucky Number – 5
Hey lovely people, that’s it for today. Always remember, the universe has got your back. So just ask for it, and you will receive what you desire. Lots of love, Rj Aaliya Rj, Tarot, and Energy Healer Clairvoyant and Psychic Medium Follow me on Instagram @mediumofmiracles555
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:42Z
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KOLKATA: In a significant achievement for biodiversity research, Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has identified a new species of parasitic wasp — Ceraphron initium — in Nagaland. The discovery, along with the identification of four wasp species in the Western Ghats, underscores the critical role the insects play in maintaining environmental balance and supporting sustainable agriculture. Parasitic wasps play an indispensable role in regulating pest population.
The findings were published in a number of journals, including the European Journal of Taxonomy and Zootaxa.
A team of scientists, led by Kaomud Tyagi, discovered Ceraphron initium during a field survey in Nagaland. The species, belonging to the enigmatic Ceraphronoidea superfamily, was confirmed through morphological analysis by researchers Amit Kumar Ghosh, Vikas Kumar and Dr Rameshkumar Anandan.
ZSI director Dr Dhriti Banerjee said: "This discovery highlights the incredible diversity of insect species in India and their crucial roles in ecosystem stability. It also underscores the need for sustained research and conservation efforts to preserve our natural heritage." Dr Banerjee added that future studies would focus on the molecular and bioecological aspects of these insects, critical for agriculture.
Another ZSI team led by Dr Rajmohana K identified four new species of parasitic wasps — Calotelea acuta, C chitraka, C foveata and C fulva — in the Western Ghats.
The discoveries increase the total number of Calotelea species in India to 25.
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| 2024-12-16T05:03:44Z
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A lawyer for rapper Jay-Z has asked a court to dismiss a lawsuit accusing him, along with Sean “Diddy” Combs, of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000, after inconsistencies emerged in her allegation.
An Alabama woman, named in the legal action by the pseudonym Jane Doe, has accused the musicians of drugging and attacking her at a house party following the MTV Video Music Awards.
She claimed she spoke with one celebrity at the party, though his representative said he was on tour at the time. Her father told NBC News he cannot recall driving five hours to pick her up after the alleged assault, as she says.
In an interview with NBC, the woman acknowledged making “some mistakes” in her accusation, but said she stood by her claim.
Rape support providers say it is common for victims of such assaults to misremember some details, especially if they have been allegedly drugged.
The litigation is part of dozens of sexual assault lawsuits filed against Mr Combs, who is in custody awaiting trial on federal sex-trafficking charges in New York.
He was denied bail a third time last month.
Mr Combs denies all the allegations.
Jay-Z’s attorney, Alex Spiro, asked the court to dismiss Jane Doe’s case, saying in a statement to the BBC: “It is stunning that a lawyer would not only file such a serious complaint without proper vetting, but would make things worse by further peddling this false story in the press.”
The rapper, whose real name is Shawn Carter, issued a statement to the BBC saying the lawyer, Tony Buzbee, had filed the legal action “in pursuit of money and fame”.
“This incident didn’t happen and yet he filed it in court and doubled down in the press,” his statement said.
“True Justice is coming. We fight FROM victory, not FOR victory. This was over before it began. This 1-800 lawyer doesn’t realize it yet, but, soon.”
A lawyer for Mr Combs said in a statement sent to the BBC: “Today, for the second time this week, a Buzbee plaintiff has been exposed. This is the beginning of the end of this shameful money grab.”
Mr Buzbee said his firm was continuing to vet his client’s claims.
The woman says in the lawsuit a waitress offered her a drink at the party that made her feel “woozy”, so she went into a room to lie down.
Soon afterwards, the legal action says, Mr Combs and Mr Carter entered the room with a female celebrity, described as Celebrity B.
The legal action says Mr Carter held her down and raped her, before Mr Combs did the same, all while Celebrity B watched.
However, photos from that evening show Jay-Z and Mr Combs at a different location to the one described by the accuser.
It is not clear if their whereabouts for the entire evening have been accounted for.
The woman claimed in her allegation that she had spoken with musicians Benji and Joel Madden, who she said were among a number of celebrities at the house party.
She does not accuse them of any wrongdoing.
But a representative for the Maddens told NBC the brothers were on tour in the Midwest during the VMAs that year.
The woman’s father told NBC he doesn’t remember driving more than five hours to pick up his daughter after her alleged ordeal.
“I feel like I would remember that, and I don’t,” he said.
The woman’s lawyer, Mr Buzbee, told NBC that his client stands by her claim.
“Our client remains fiercely adamant that what she has stated is true, to the best of her memory,” he said.
“We will continue to vet her claims and collect corroborating data to the extent it exists.
“Because we have interrogated her intensely, she has even agreed to submit to a polygraph. I’ve never had a client suggest that before.”
The woman, who is now 38 and a mother-of-two, told NBC in the interview from Houston, Texas: “You should never let what somebody else did ruin or run your life.
“I just hope I can give others the strength to come forward like I came forward.”
Erinn Robinson, director of media relations for the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), said “trauma like rape can have both short- and long-term effects on the brain that influence decision making and memory.”
“Recall of memories may be fragmented, and details may not be recalled in the right order,” she told the BBC.
Ms Robinson said these effects are common and said police departments are trained to deal with such cases in order to reduce the likelihood of allegations being dismissed because the victim’s memory seems disjointed or inconsistent.
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Bengaluru Police on Saturday arrested Nikita Singhania, the estranged wife of Bengaluru-based techie Atul Subhash, who died by suicide on December 9, 2024. The case, which has sparked widespread outrage, brought to light allegations of harassment by Nikita and her family, as detailed in a 24-page suicide note and a 90-minute video left behind by Subhash.
Timeline of Events
2019: Atul Subhash, an AI specialist, married Nikita Singhania, an Accenture employee, after meeting on a matchmaking website. The couple welcomed a son in 2020.
2021: The marriage reportedly soured, with Subhash alleging that Nikita and her family demanded large sums of money to fund business ventures. Following disputes, Nikita left their home with their son.
2022: In April, Nikita filed multiple cases against Subhash, accusing him and his family of dowry harassment and assault. She claimed Subhash treated her "like a beast" and physically abused her.
9 December 2024: Subhash was found dead in his Bengaluru apartment. His suicide note and video outlined allegations of harassment by Nikita, including demands for Rs 3 crore in maintenance and Rs 2 lakh monthly support for their son. He also described legal battles and accusations of murder, dowry harassment, and "unnatural sex."
The police registered an abetment of suicide case against Nikita, her mother Nisha, brother Anurag, and uncle. An FIR was lodged under sections 108 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act based on a complaint by Subhash’s brother, Bikas Kumar.
13 December 2024: Bengaluru Police issued notices to Nikita and her family, directing them to appear before the investigating officer within three days.
14 December 2024: Fearing arrest, Nikita and her family filed anticipatory bail pleas in Allahabad High Court. However, Bengaluru Police arrested Nikita from Gurugram, Haryana, while her mother and brother were apprehended from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
The accused were brought to Bengaluru and produced before a local court, which remanded them to 14 days of judicial custody.
This tragic case continues to stir public debate about harassment and abuse in marital disputes.
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Cheer Athletics Wildcats Earn Paid Bid to the 2025 Cheerleading Worlds
Elite Team Secures Paid Bid Following a Standout Performance at Spirit Celebration in Plano, Texas
PLANO, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cheer Athletics’ International Open Large Coed Level 6 team, Wildcats, have secured a coveted PAID bid to the 2025 Cheerleading Worlds after an outstanding performance at Spirit Celebration in Plano, Texas on December 8th, 2024. This achievement marks yet another milestone for Cheer Athletics, further cementing their reputation as one of the leading forces in the global cheerleading community.The Wildcats’ exceptional display of athleticism, skill, and dedication at Spirit Celebration earned them this prestigious bid, granting them full financial support to compete at the highly anticipated Cheerleading Worlds competition in 2025. The Cheerleading Worlds represent the pinnacle of all-star cheer, attracting top-tier teams from across the globe.
Angela Rogers, Co-Founder of Cheer Athletics, expressed her pride in the team’s dedication and success:
"We are incredibly proud of the Wildcats for earning their paid bid to the 2025 Cheerleading Worlds. These adult athletes have demonstrated an incredible work ethic, passion, and commitment to being the Best of the Best. Their achievement is a testament to the hours of hard work and dedication they’ve invested, and we can’t wait to see them perform on the world stage."
Cheer Athletics, a leader in all-star cheer since its founding in 1994, continues to set the bar high for competitive cheerleading. With multiple World Championships under their belt, the Wildcats’ latest accomplishment reinforces the organization’s legacy of excellence, teamwork, and innovation in the sport.
The 2025 Cheerleading Worlds, held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida, is expected to feature the best of the best in all-star cheer, making the Wildcats’ journey to the competition one to watch.
For more information on Cheer Athletics, the Wildcats, and upcoming events, visit cheerathletics.com.
About Cheer Athletics
Founded in 1994, Cheer Athletics is one of the largest and most respected all-star cheerleading programs in the world. With a reputation for excellence, Cheer Athletics teams have earned numerous national titles, world championships, and industry accolades. The organization is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and high-energy environment where athletes can thrive, develop skills, and build lifelong friendships.
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A temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, closed since 1978, has been reopened.
The temple came to light after Vishnu Sharan Rastogi, the patron of the Nagar Hindu Sabha, alerted officials about its presence.
During the cleaning process, officials discovered a ramp built over an ancient well located outside the temple. The ramp was removed as part of the restoration work to return the site to its original state.
The cleaning and excavation work was overseen by Sambhal District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya and Sambhal SP Krishan Kumar Bishnoi to ensure proper care and restoration of the temple premises.
After the temple's reopened on December 14, police security was deployed around the premises to maintain peace. Additionally, arrangements for electricity supply were made, and CCTV cameras were installed to ensure the safety of the site.
A morning aarti (ritual prayer) was performed at the Hanuman Temple. This marked the first religious ceremony held in the temple after its closure in 1978.
The reopening of the temple comes weeks after violent clashes erupted in Sambhal on November 24 during a court-ordered mosque survey. The violence, which involved locals and outsiders, led to stone-pelting and arson, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to several others.
In response to the violence and as part of ongoing efforts, the administration launched a campaign to address encroachments and electricity theft in areas surrounding the Shahi Jama Masjid, a Mughal-era mosque in the region.
As part of the anti-theft drive, district officials uncovered that 150 to 200 houses in the area were illegally drawing power from a single distribution unit. The authorities are working to tackle the issue and make Sambhal 100% electricity theft-free.
In addition to the encroachment and electricity theft issues, a mosque imam in Sambhal was fined Rs 2 lakh for allegedly using a loudspeaker at an excessive volume, further underscoring the administration's efforts to maintain law and order in the region.
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Hundreds, and possibly thousands, of people are feared dead in Mayotte after the French Indian Ocean territory was devastated by a powerful cyclone.
Rescue workers are still attempting to reach some communities as they search for survivors.
Entire settlements were flattened when Cyclone Chido brought wind speeds of more than 225km/h (140mph), with the poorest living in makeshift shelters particularly hard hit.
Some of Mayotte’s population of 320,000 have said they are struggling with severe shortages of food, water and shelter.
One resident of the capital city, Mamoudzou, waiting in line for supplies said: “We’ve had no water for three days now, so it’s starting to be a lot.
“We’re trying to get the bare minimum to live on, because we don’t know when the water will come back.”
Another Mamoudzou resident, John Balloz, said he was surprised he did not die when the cyclone struck.
“It was the wind, the wind blowing, and I was panicked, I screamed, ‘We need help, we need help.’ I was screaming because I could see the end coming for me,” he said.
Mohamed Ishmael, who also lives in the capital, told Reuters news agency the situation there was “a tragedy” and said: “You feel like you are in the aftermath of a nuclear war… I saw an entire neighbourhood disappear.”
Another said they had used a nearby school for shelter, adding: “We can still take refuge with our neighbours, and we’re still sticking together and being cautious. We need everyone to hold hands.”
Mayotte’s impoverished communities, including undocumented migrants who have travelled to the French territory in an effort to claim asylum, are thought to have been particularly hard hit due to the vulnerable nature of their housing
Its population is heavily dependent on French financial aid and has long struggled with poverty, unemployment and political instability.
About 75% of the population lives below the national poverty line and unemployment hovers at around one in three.
French President Emmanuel Macron said his thoughts are with “our compatriots in Mayotte, who have gone through the most horrific few hours and who have, for some, lost everything, lost their lives”.
While some French aid and rescue workers have reached Mayotte, efforts to get to some communities are still under way.
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Lucknow: As part of the UP govt's dedicated action plan for the ‘Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros,' Dudhwa National Park may have free-ranging rhinos, similar to Assam's Kaziranga National Park. The park authorities released three rhinos, including a female, outside their fenced area into the wild.
In the history of rhinos in Dudhwa, it is the first time that a few of them were brought out of their fenced enclosure to fend for themselves, but not without constant monitoring, said sources in the forest department.
The released rhinos were fitted with radio collars to enable the study of their behaviour, including what they eat, how far they roam, potential human-wildlife conflicts, the size of their home range, and how they adapt to the challenges of the wild.
If the experiment proves successful, more rhinos may be released into the wild to co-exist with tigers and elephants, as they do in Assam's Orang, Manas, and Kaziranga National Parks. Dudhwa is the fourth tiger reserve with rhinos, in addition to the three in Assam. However, unlike the tiger reserves in Assam, Dudhwa's rhinos currently live in fenced enclosures. If the three free-ranging rhinos adapt well to life in the wild, it could mark the end of their fenced existence at the park.
The Terai region in Uttar Pradesh was once home to rhinos until the last one was wiped out in 1867. Since rhinos had naturally inhabited this area, they were reintroduced to Dudhwa, located in the Terai belt, in 1984.
The rhino reintroduction programme at Dudhwa is considered one of the most successful wildlife conservation projects globally. Starting with a seed population of seven rhinos in 1984-85, the park now hosts over 40 rhinos.
Currently, the park has two solar-fenced areas where rhinos reside. The first Rhino Rehabilitation Area (RRA-1) is a 27 sq km solar-fenced zone in the Sonaripur range, where the initial seven rhinos were introduced in 1984-85. By 2017, this area housed over 30 rhinos.
To decongest the shelter, in April 2018, a second RRA-2 of 14 sq km was created in the Bilrayen range of the park. Three rhinos from RRA-1 and one stray from Nepal were put in the second enclosure. Meanwhile, the three collared rhinos have been released outside the Sonaripur shelter.
Launched in 2022, the state's first-ever dedicated action plan for the ‘Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros' has boosted rhino conservation efforts through an exclusive budget allocation.
The plan will continue until 2030 and focus on extending rhinos' habitat in the state's protected areas, besides introducing a new bloodline and managing the existing habitat and population.
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LUCKNOW: A Class 6 student in Barabanki fractured his handafter being allegedly thrashed by his principal for keeping his guardians in the dark about a parents-teacher meeting, causing them to miss it.
Shobhit, (11), was allegedly thrashed on Nov 19, a day after the meeting, at Shri Krishna Gulab Devi Inter College in Ramnagar area.
The matter came to light Saturday when his parents approached the cops. Barabanki SP Dinesh Singh said an FIR had been filed against principal OP Verma and that a probe was on.
Verma is accused of hitting Shobhit with a stick, causing fractures in his left arm, police said. Shobhit's mother has also alleged that Verma reportedly snubbed her when she went to complain against the beating, telling her "do whatever you want". Shobhit's father Rakesh Kumar Verma said his son's arm was still in a cast. The parents have demanded action against the principal as well as the school administration.
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LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Vigilance Establishment conducted extensive searches at the properties of suspended officer Ravindra Singh Yadav, former Special Officer of Noida Development Authority, in connection with a disproportionate assets case.
Searches were carried out at Yadav's Noida residence in Sector-47, a three-story building valued at Rs 16 crore, and at a school in Malajani village, Jaswant Nagar, Etawah district.
The operation was initiated following an FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act after investigations revealed that Yadav had amassed wealth beyond his known sources of income.
During the search, officials uncovered Rs 62.44 lakh worth of jewelry, Rs 2.47 lakh in cash, electronic devices worth Rs 37 lakh, and documents related to multiple bank accounts and land holdings.
Additionally, records for the Aristotle World School in Etawah, estimated to be worth Rs 15 crore, were recovered. The school, equipped with smart classrooms and air conditioning, is operated by Yadav's son, Nikhil Yadav.
Yadav was also found to have allegedly misused his position in 2007 by irregularly transferring a 9,712-square-meter government plot to a private housing society, a matter previously investigated by the CBI.
The search operation, led by an 18-member team under the direction of the Vigilance Department, lasted 12 hours and was conducted in the presence of independent witnesses. The recovered documents and evidence are being examined for further investigation.
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- Central Locking Remote Control
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- Head Airbags
- Engine Immobiliser
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Power Mirrors
- Power Steering
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NEW DELHI: Praising the 'respect' shown for the labor force under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, Uttar Pradesh chief minister
Yogi Adityanath drew a contrast between how Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the construction workers of the Ram Mandir in
Ayodhya and the brutal treatment of the workers who built the Taj Mahal.
He noted that while PM Modi showered praise on the workers involved in the Ram Mandir project, those responsible for building the Taj Mahal had their hands "chopped off."
Yogi Adityanath made these remarks during the annual conference of the World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF) in Mumbai on Saturday.
"You would have seen how on January 22, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was giving respect to the workers who constructed the Ram Mandir. That is one side where the PM was showering flowers on them, but on the other hand, the situation before was such that the workers who constructed the Taj Mahal had their hands chopped off," CM Yogi said.
He further highlighted that workers in India’s fine cloth industry in history also had their hands cut off, leading to the destruction of an entire tradition and legacy.
"Today, India respects its labor force and provides them with all kinds of protections. On the other hand, there were rulers who chopped off the hands of laborers, destroying the fine cloth legacy and tradition completely," the UP CM stated.
Speaking on India's historical economic contributions, CM Yogi remarked, "From the first century to the 15th century, even European scholars accept that during that period, India's share in the world economy was more than 40 percent, and this continued until the 15th century."
The World Hindu Economic Forum, which began on December 13, is being held at the Jio World Convention Center in BKC, Mumbai, and will conclude today, December 15.
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- Air Conditioning
- Brake Assist
- Central Locking Remote Control
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution
- Head Airbags
- Engine Immobiliser
- Mobile Phone Connectivity
- Power Mirrors
- Power Steering
- Power Windows Front
- Radio CD with 4 Speakers
- Side Airbags
- Trip Computer
- Traction Control System
- Vehicle Stability Control
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- Metallic Paint - $495
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LUCKNOW: A 16-year-old schoolgirl was murdered by a youth in Balrampur in full public view on Saturday. The girl, a Class 8 student, was on her way to school when the assailant stopped her mid-way in the Kotwali Dehat area and slit her throat with a knife.
"The victim left her home on a bicycle for school. While she was on her way, a youth from the same village intercepted her. Before she could react, the youth attacked her with a knife, slashing her throat. The girl collapsed on the spot, covered in pool of blood," said SP, Balrampur, Vikash Kumar.
Passersby caught the accused and handed him over to the police. She was taken to a nearby hospital, where doctors pronounced her dead, he said.
Assistant superintendent of police (ASP) Namrita Srivastava said that a preliminary investigation pointed to an alleged failed romantic relationship as the motive for the murder. The accused is currently in police custody and is being interrogated. A case was registered based on the complaint of the girl's brother. The body was sent for a post-mortem, the officer said.
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DataLabs and DTX, Thailand-based construction service provider, to further expand business in ASEAN construction market
CHUO-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, December 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- DataLabs Inc. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Daisuke Tajiri; hereinafter referred to as "DataLabs"), a company specializing in proprietary fully automated 3D modeling (Scan to BIM) technology, has formed a partnership with DTX Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Thailand; Representative: Saratchai Ongprasert; hereinafter referred to as "DTX"). Together, both companies aim to introduce the 3D reinforcement inspection system "Modely" to construction companies across the ASEAN region.
1. Future Prospects
Development of “Modely” in Thailand
Expanding “Modely” in Thailand
The Thai government has prioritized digital innovation in construction under its “Thailand 4.0” economic reform initiative, particularly in the infrastructure-rich Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). Projects include high-speed rail, highway systems, airport expansions, and industrial parks. According to ConsTrack360, Thailand's construction industry is projected to grow by 5.1% to 490 billion baht (approximately 2.1 trillion yen) by 2024.
The adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) is also advancing, with institutions like Chulalongkorn University championing projects based on 3D data for design, construction, and maintenance management.
“Modely,” released approximately 1.5 years ago, has already been adopted by over 160 companies and is a recipient of the Startup Incentive Award at the 2023 Infrastructure DX Awards. It will undergo local pilot testing in collaboration with the Department of Highways and Chulalongkorn University. The goal is to standardize "Modely" as a remote inspection system for reinforcement inspection, expanding its application throughout the ASEAN region.
2. About DTX
DTX emerged from a collaboration between DITTO (Thailand) Public Company Limited, an expert in digital data integration, and TEAM Consulting Engineering and Management Public Company Limited, with over 40 years of experience in engineering design and consulting. By combining their expertise, DTX offers innovative solutions leveraging Digital Twin and BIM technologies, enhancing the efficiency of asset management in the digital era.
3. Comment from Mr. Saratchai of DTX
Modely is an innovation with the potential to truly revolutionize the construction industry by leveraging advanced technology to reduce the time required for complex construction processes. This product addresses the industry’s needs in facing time constraints by integrating precise operations and comprehensive data management systems, along with artificial intelligence (AI).
Another significant highlight of Modely is its ability to create transparency in all construction processes. This technology enables all stakeholders—including project managers, engineers, designers, and field workers—to access information and monitor project status accurately and promptly. This transparency not only enhances confidence in the work processes but also reduces the risk of errors that may occur during project execution.
Additionally, Modely serves as a crucial tool in promoting the development of digital twins, a modern approach that plays an essential role in the digital age. By modeling the structure and project data in a digital as-built condition, it facilitates future maintenance activities.
The Modely product is yet another example of utilizing digital technology and AI to drive the construction industry into the future. It helps meet the evolving market demands and establishes new standards that focus simultaneously on efficiency, transparency, and sustainability.
4 . Comments from DataLabs President and CEO Tajiri
We were introduced to Mr. Sarachai of DTX through a major Japanese construction consultancy firm, and since then, we have closely collaborated on local demonstrations of Modely as well as presentations to government agencies. Mr. Sarachai, who leads DTX, possesses not only extensive expertise in civil engineering but also a wealth of experience in directly engaging with advanced technologies and serving as a distributor for only the finest products. We are truly delighted and confident to have the opportunity to partner with DTX.
Moving forward, we are committed to deepening this collaboration to leverage both parties' capabilities, promote Modely to all stakeholders, and contribute to Thailand’s infrastructure development plans.
5. About DataLabs
DataLabs Inc. is a start-up company that provides cloud systems to streamline all construction operations with the mission of "transforming the construction industry with 3D data". The company develops and provides 3D rebar inspection systems including 'Modely' and 'Hatsuly'.
5-1. DataLabs Inc. Company Profile
Company name: DataLabs Inc.
Location: 8-6 Nihonbashi Kobunacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Establishment: July, 2020
Representative: Daisuke TAJIRI, Representative Director
URL: https://datalabs.jp/
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DataLabs, Inc.
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Mangaluru: The development of an airstrip in Dharmasthala has encountered obstacles primarily due to inadequate land availability. The Dakshina Kannada district administration initially selected land parcels in Kalmanja and Laila villages for constructing an airstrip, aiming to enhance tourism prospects, particularly for pilgrims.
However, the Karnataka State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (KSIIDC) determined that the available land in these villages is insufficient for the project requirements. Consequently, the govt has requested the district administration to locate an alternative suitable site for establishing the airstrip.
M B Patil, minister for commerce & industries, infrastructure, in his reply to a query raised by Belthangady MLA Harish Poonja on Friday, mentioned that it requires a minimum of 140 acres of land for the development of an airstrip. The technical team of the KSIIDC conducted a spot inspection on the land identified by the Dakshina Kannada district administration. Following this, the KSIIDC requested the district administration to identify alternative land and submit a report in its letters on August 3, 2023, November 21, 2023, and on September 6, 2024, the minister informed.
Initiatives will be taken to prepare a feasibility report and other reports once the district administration submits a report after identifying alternative land. The process of approval for the proposal to develop the airstrip will also be initiated after the identification of alternative land, he added.
It may be recalled that the then minister for housing and infrastructure development, V Somanna, mentioned the idea of a mini aircraft for Dharmasthala at a programme held in August 2022. Based on a request made by the MLA, Somanna also promised to speak to the then chief minister Basavaraj Bommai and prepare a detailed project report through the Ministry of Civil Aviation and KSIIDC.
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UDUPI: A team of officials led by Kaup Tahsildar Pratibha took action against a fish factory allegedly causing severe pollution and an unbearable stench. The factory was sealed recently, providing relief to the residents.
Tahsildar Pratibha told TOI that the fish factory in Padu village, Kaup taluk, was causing environmental pollution for several years. The action was taken with intent to safeguard the land and water resources. Despite numerous complaints from the residents, no measures were taken to control the pollution. The factory discharged untreated waste and emitted a foul stench that made life unbearable for the people.
Efforts to shut it down repeatedly failed. The Pollution Control Board earlier inspected the factory and reported that it was releasing harmful waste into the environment. Acting on a report from the Pollution Control Board, Udupi Deputy Commissioner Vidya Kumari issued an order to seal the factory. Following the instructions of the DC, Tahsildar Pratibha closed down the factory under the provisions of Section 33(A) of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and Rule 34 of the Karnataka Water Pollution Control Rules, 1976.
Pratibha stressed the need for industries to adopt proper waste management practices. "Industrial growth is important, but so is environmental protection. Industries that fail to comply with waste management norms will face similar consequences," she said.
Residents of Padu village, expressed gratitude for the action taken. Officals including Revenue Inspector Ijjar Sabir, and officials from police department, Mescom and other departments were present.
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MANGALURU: The Silicon Beach Programme (SBP) on Saturday held its second dialogue series and marked its official launch, a transformative initiative to position coastal Karnataka as India's next major technology hub.
SBP aims to develop a 300km stretch of Karnataka's coastline, starting from Mangaluru, into a world-class technology corridor. This transformation will leverage local talent, enhance infrastructure, and provide significant cost benefits for global companies while maintaining the region's rich cultural heritage.
"Mangaluru's technology ecosystem is experiencing impressive growth, with over 225 companies and startups employing more than 20,000 IT professionals," said Rohith Bhat, SBP founding member and founder of Wrkwrk, 99Games, and Robosoft. Speaking during the official launch of SBP, Bhat said two to three new firms are setting up operations locally each month, and over 4,000 IT professionals found employment here in the last year.
"With 10,000 engineers graduating from more than 25 engineering colleges, 40,000 graduating from over 150 degree colleges, and more than 15 medical colleges, some of the renowned healthcare and education institutes coupled with one of the highest human development index (HDI), the region promises a high happiness index to people who work here. With the launch of SBP, we aim to create a platform for like-minded individuals to unite, share resources, and promote sustainable economic growth while preserving local culture and protecting the environment. Together, we will elevate the entire region as a centre of technological excellence, positioning it as India's Silicon Beach," said Anand Pai, SBP founding member and executive director, Bharath Group of Companies.
On the occasion, a digital web platform, print, and video materials were unveiled. The website www.siliconbeachprogram.com provides a comprehensive overview of the Silicon Beach of India region. It also included a panel discussion on satellite companies and nano-GCCs and a startup pitch and showcase that featured the most promising regional startups.
The SBP is supported by the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) and TiE Mangaluru. The Silicon Beach Programme brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, NRIs, and policymakers to accelerate the region's economic growth through technology innovation.
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Throughout the month of April, we ran down the list of top players in the 2016 NFL Draft with our "Meet the Prospect" series.
As it turned out, the San Francisco 49ers used the No. 7 overall pick on one of the players we featured. Read this post to learn more about the newest Niner, Oregon defensive lineman DeForest Buckner.
First Glance
Buckner is a physical freak of a specimen with massive power and a wingspan to rival a jetliner.
If that scouting report sounds familiar at all – it's because it should. Buckner hails from Oregon, where he played alongside fellow behemoth and current 49ers defensive lineman Arik Armstead.
The two are close friends and many draft experts have predicted a reunion in San Francisco. At the NFL Scouting Combine in February, Buckner was asked about potentially joining forces with Armstead again under Chip Kelly – another Oregon product.
"We talk about it all the time," Buckner said. "Just taking the lead together it would be a crazy experience, being able to play with him again and having our old coaching staff."
Buckner was the 2015 Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year after recording 10.5 sacks, five pass breakups and 83 tackles – 17 of which went for losses.
Measurables
Height: 6-7
Weight: 291
Arm length: 34 3/8 inches
Hand Size: 11 3/4 inches
NFL.com Pro Comparison
Arizona Cardinals defensive end Calais Campbell
Best College Game
In a game no doubt watched by many NFL scouts, Buckner amassed a career-best 10 tackles in Oregon's 38-36, upset victory over then-No. 7 Stanford last fall. Buckner also had a tackle for loss and half of a sack. This all coming against one of the most formidable and NFL-talent producing offensive lines in the country.
Combine Statistics
40-yard dash: 5.05 seconds
Bench press: 21 reps (at Pro Day)
Vertical jump: 32.0 inches
Broad jump: 116.0 inches
3 cone drill: 7.51 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.47 seconds
Mock Draft Connections
NFL Media's Charles Davis – No. 3 overall pick (San Diego Chargers)
ESPN's Todd McShay – No. 3 overall pick (San Diego Chargers)
NFL Media's Daniel Jeremiah – No. 6 overall pick (Baltimore Ravens)
What the Media is Saying…
"Buckner plays with explosive movements and terrific body control for his size, flashing heavy hands and initial power to be a disruptive force, although he's still learning how to use his hands and string together rush moves. Buckner showed steady improvement at Oregon and became more of a consistent playmaker as a senior - perhaps Stanford head coach David Shaw described Buckner best when he said: "If you're building a defensive lineman, that's what you build." – CBS Sports' Dane Brugler
"Buckner has the body type of a classic 3-4 defensive end who can control the point of attack with length and power, but he has above average pass rush potential for that position which figures to push him into the early stages of round one. Buckner has similar power to former teammate Arik Armstead, but is a much better pass rusher and has a chance to become a dominant force in the NFL." – NFL.com's Lance Zierlein
Fun Fact
Buckner's 11 3/4-inch hands tied for the largest measurement in combine history. For a reference point, a standard sheet of paper is also 11 3/4 inches in height. His hands are *that *big. Two-time reigning NFL Defensive MVP J.J. Watt's hands are 11 1/8 inches.
Must-see Video
.@WinTheDay's @DeForestBuckner is ready to shmoney dance over an NFL quarterback near you.#NFLDrafthttps://t.co/WYa3KJ887M — Pac-12 Network (@Pac12Network) April 10, 2016
Social Spotlight
It appears as if Buckner and Armstead were roomates at Oregon. Neither seem to enjoy the company of snakes very much.
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NEW DELHI/MEERUT: In a joint operation by the UP Special Task Force (STF) and the Delhi Police Special Cell, notorious criminal Sonu Matka (39) was killed after an encounter in the Transport Nagar area of Meerut on Saturday morning.
Matka, a prime suspect in a double murder case in Delhi, carried a bounty of Rs 1 lakh on his head. A prominent shooter of the Hashim Baba gang, he was implicated in six cases of robbery and murder across Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.
Additional SP Brijesh Singh of the UP STF said, "We received information about Matka's movements from the Delhi Police Special Cell. Early Saturday morning, a tip-off from local sources confirmed his presence in the Ved Vyas Puri area of Transport Nagar. Our joint teams cordoned off the area. When asked to surrender, he opened fire on us. In the ensuing exchange of gunfire, he was injured. He was rushed to the hospital but succumbed during treatment. Two pistols of .30 and .32 bore, along with 10 live bullets, were recovered from his possession."
Originally from Chaprauli town in Baghpat district, Matka initially worked as a motor mechanic. His first case, registered in 2014, involved the murder of a Ghaziabad-based jeweller. Arrested in 2015, he spent several years in jail before being released on bail in 2021.
During his time in jail, Matka became affiliated with the Hashim Baba gang and resumed criminal activities after his release. He committed several high-profile crimes, including a Rs 1.5 crore loot in Karol Bagh in 2022.
His name also surfaced in the Shahdara double murder case in Delhi in Oct. On Diwali eve, Akash Sharma, a 42-year-old businessman, and his 16-year-old nephew Rishabh were bursting firecrackers outside their home when they were gunned down by two men on a motorcycle. Investigations revealed that the attack resulted from a personal enmity over a business dispute involving Akash.
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MEERUT: UP police arrested a 38-year-old man, identified as Mohd Mehtab, on Saturday for allegedly assaulting and forcing a 17-year-old girl, who was with her younger sister (16) and heading home, to remove her hijab to make a video after the accused claimed that she was speaking to a "Hindu man". Mehtab was purportedly among one of the dozen men who had surrounded the teen girls and started "harassing" them.
The incident took place at Deoband in Saharanpur district of UP on Dec 11 and came to light after a purported video began circulating on social media.
The 17-year-old later told police: "My sister and I visited our relative's place and were heading back home when a bike-borne man stopped and asked for directions. I was explaining the route to him when two unidentified persons intercepted us and started creating a ruckus. They started gathering more people, claiming that we were speaking to a Hindu man. Soon, we were surrounded by over a dozen men. I was also slapped."
In a widely-shared video, the girls could be seen surrounded by a group of men. They first overpowered the victim and snatched her phone as she was trying to call her brother. One of them was seen with a "gift" in his hand, claiming the girls had brought it to give to a "Hindu man".
However, upon learning that the man was not a Hindu, they allowed the girls to leave. The girls thereafter approached the local police and filed a complaint.
SP (rural) Sagar Jain told TOI: "We have lodged an FIR under BNS sections 115-2 (voluntarily causing hurt), 352 (intentional insult), and section 67 of the IT Act. We have arrested Mehtab and are identifying the remaining men with the help of the video which was circulated online."
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MUMBAI: The Kandivali Police have arrested a person for allegedly blackmailing a 60-year-old suburban resident, abducting him, and extorting Rs 36 lakh from him. The police are now looking for two women who are wanted in this case.
The complainant is a married man and comes from a reputed family in the western suburbs. He was in an extra-marital relationship with a woman. According to the police, the accused is a family friend of the woman and learnt of her relationship. He then started to make phone calls to the complainant to blackmail him for money. He threatened the complainant that he would reveal details about the affair to the man's wife and wreck his married life.
According to the police, two months ago, the accused forcibly took the complainant and confined him to a room where he threatened him and forced him to transfer money on phone. Over the past four months, the accused has extorted Rs 36 lakh from the man.
Of late, the accused started demanding another Rs 1.20 crore after which the man approached the police a couple of days ago. An FIR has been registered.
Police carried out a preliminary probe and arrested the accused.
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Why Trump’s Second Term is a Game-Changer for Real Estate Investors—Dr. Tyson Cobb Explains
Trump's policies on tax cuts, deregulation, and infrastructure may unlock major opportunities for CRE investors—Dr. Tyson Cobb explains how to benefit.
BETTENDORF, IA, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the dust settles on Donald Trump’s historic re-election, the nation prepares for a series of economic and policy shifts. For commercial real estate (CRE) investors, these changes may signal significant opportunities. Dr. Tyson Cobb, a semi-retired orthopedic surgeon and experienced real estate investor with over $1 billion in investing experience, believes that Trump's policies could create a favorable environment for strategic investors.
Dr. Cobb highlights how Trump’s focus on tax cuts, deregulation, and infrastructure investment could drive growth in the CRE market. “Lower corporate taxes and fewer regulations often lead to business expansion,” Cobb explains. “This can create increased demand for commercial spaces, industrial properties, and multifamily housing.” However, Cobb cautions that these benefits won’t materialize overnight. Investors who position themselves early stand the best chance of capitalizing on these trends.
According to Investopedia, Trump's intention to extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act could sustain lower corporate taxes and incentives like accelerated depreciation for property investments. These measures can leave businesses with more capital, potentially increasing demand for office spaces and industrial facilities. For investors, this presents an opportunity to benefit from higher occupancy rates and improved rental yields.
Deregulation is another area where Cobb sees potential for CRE growth. Trump’s commitment to streamlining construction approvals could reduce bottlenecks in the development process. “Fewer regulations can mean faster project timelines and lower development costs,” Cobb notes. This can make new projects more financially viable, especially for investors looking to enter the market with minimal delays.
Infrastructure investment could also play a pivotal role in boosting the CRE market. Trump’s proposed $500 billion infrastructure plan aims to enhance transportation networks, utilities, and digital infrastructure. According to Oxford Economics, such investments have historically led to higher property values and increased development activity. “When infrastructure improves, previously underdeveloped areas become more attractive for logistics hubs, warehouses, and multifamily developments,” Cobb explains. Investors who identify these growth regions early may see substantial returns.
Despite these potential benefits, Cobb acknowledges that risks remain. Policies like increased tariffs and stricter immigration rules could lead to higher construction costs and labor shortages. “These challenges are real, but that’s where syndication comes into play,” Cobb says. “Pooling resources and expertise allows investors to mitigate risks more effectively and navigate market uncertainties.”
Cobb advises investors to focus on fundamentals. “Look for properties selling below their intrinsic value, in markets with strong population growth and job creation,” he recommends. These factors, he argues, matter more than any single policy and provide a solid foundation for long-term success.
For those looking to achieve financial independence and transition from active income to passive wealth, real estate syndication offers a powerful solution. Cobb’s disciplined approach—evaluating hundreds of deals and selecting only the top 1%—ensures that his investors are presented with high-quality opportunities.
To learn more about how these policies could shape your investment strategy, schedule a call at www.timberviewcapital.com/start,” Cobb advises. “Strategic real estate investments can build lasting wealth and create the financial freedom many professionals seek and seldom find while still young enough to enjoy it.
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The head of South Korea’s ruling party said on Monday that he would resign, following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol.
“I step down as the leader of the People Power Party,” Han Dong-hoon announced.
“It has become impossible to carry out my duties as party chief due to the collapse of the party’s Supreme Council.”
Directing citizens during a televised press conference, the People Power Party (PPP) leader asked: “Martial law in the advanced nation that is South Korea, in 2024. How angry and disappointed must you have all been?”
He added: “I sincerely apologise to all the people who have suffered due to the emergency martial law incident.”
Mr Han initially called for the president’s “orderly” exit but on Thursday changed his rhetoric and expressed support for Yoon’s impeachment.
He had signalled he would not stand down but changed his mind under pressure as members of PPP’s Supreme Council expressed intent to quit.
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SCOTT DETROW, HOST:
Starting January 1, all Italian companies will be required to carry insurance against natural disasters. The move comes as Italy faces more and more of them made more extreme by global warming. The G20 Climate Risk Atlas estimates that without reducing emissions drastically to address the climate crisis, Italy could lose nearly 4% of its GDP by 2050. That's tens of billions of dollars. To help us understand more about the new policy and how it compares to what other countries are doing to manage climate risks. We are joined by Petra Hielkema, chairperson for the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority. Welcome to ALL THINGS CONSIDERED.
PETRA HIELKEMA: Thank you. Thank you, Scott, for having me.
DETROW: Let's start with this. Can you, first of all, just help us understand the logic behind this lawj? Like, how does carrying insurance against natural disasters contribute to these broader climate goals?
HIELKEMA: Yeah, that's a great question. And it's a question, actually, that is asked in many capitals of the world, I would almost say. Why? What we've seen is that with climate change, there's a lot of climate events that are happening in many countries, also in Italy, and they range from floods to drought to thunderstorms that result in damages. Some of those damages are insured but not a lot. And so often, the government steps then in and covers for losses.
This has become unsustainable. And the reason for that is that major disasters keep happening at a pace much quicker, faster than we have seen so far. And that means that damages are going up very quickly as well. And as such, the question is, if this trend - and it's likely to continue - of more damages per year because of climate events is continuing, how are we going to pay for the damages?
DETROW: So is the goal to help make sure that all of the costs are paid for, or is the goal to make businesses better understand the real cost here and maybe not build in the vulnerable place to begin with?
HIELKEMA: Well, I think that is exactly what we need to get to. I think the first, of course, is that you want to - I think everyone wants people to get help. I mean, if you look at the television, you see the events, help is needed, and rebuilding is needed. However, at the same time, we also need to ask ourselves, can we limit the damages? Can we avoid damages? And that can indeed mean that you don't build somewhere or you move. But it could also mean that you adapt, actually, buildings. And having insurance in the place is actually putting risk managers in a position not only to assess the risk and pay when things happen, but also to assess the risk and then indicate what measures could be taken to avoid damages in the future.
DETROW: So we're talking about Italy here. I'm curious what other countries are doing. Are there similar policies or laws in place? Is this a conversation elsewhere?
HIELKEMA: This is definitely a conversation in Europe but also in the U.K. and elsewhere. Very concrete, Spain and Italy have schemes currently in place that are addressed not only to businesses, but also to citizens. So does Switzerland. We have been assessing 12 of these schemes now, and we will be publishing a report next Wednesday where we will discuss these schemes but also do some proposals on what you could think of when you want to establish a scheme like this also on an EU level.
DETROW: That is Petra Hielkema, chairperson for the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority. Thank you so much for helping us understand this a little better.
HIELKEMA: Thanks, Scott.
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GOALMarcos MorenoClub America seal historic three-peat after sealing second leg Liga MX Final victory over MonterreyMonterrey vs CF AmericaCF AmericaLiga MXMonterreyLas Águilas defeated Rayados and achieved history in first team to achieve a three-peat in the Apertura/Clausura era.América defeated Monterrey in the Apertura 2024 finalRichard Sánchez scored the championship goalLas Águilas achieved the first three-peat in the history of short tournamentsArticle continues below
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In today’s tech-driven world, smartphones are becoming increasingly smarter, incorporating a variety of AI features aimed at enhancing user experience. However, not all AI functionalities are essential for everyday use. This article highlights seven AI features that genuinely improve efficiency and make daily tasks easier, without being mere technological fluff.
Generative Photo Editing
Generative photo editing stands out as a prime example of AI application in smartphones. This feature simplifies photo editing, allowing users to erase unwanted elements or reposition objects within an image with minimal effort. For instance, the Magic Editor on the Pixel 8 Pro enables users to refine photo compositions effortlessly. Moreover, AI-driven filters can further enhance images, proving that generative photo editing is far from a mere gimmick.
Efficient Document Summarization
The ability to quickly summarize PDFs and documents showcases another practical use of AI. Advanced AI tools like Gemini and ChatGPT are excellent for distilling lengthy documents into concise summaries. These tools can highlight crucial information, such as unusual clauses in legal documents, thus streamlining the review process and saving valuable time.
Real-Time Call Translation
Real-time call translation is an indispensable tool for those who frequently interact with non-native speakers. Available on Samsung devices through Galaxy AI, this feature translates conversations in real-time, breaking down language barriers during phone or VoIP calls. Whether for personal use or business, real-time call translation facilitates clearer communication across different languages.
Prioritizing Notifications and Emails
For busy individuals, managing notifications and emails efficiently can be a challenge. AI helps tackle this with features that prioritize important messages. For example, the iPhone’s Mail app sorts essential emails to the forefront, while the Reduce Interruptions Focus mode minimizes distractions by alerting you only when necessary. These tools are vital for maintaining focus in today’s notification-heavy environment.
Enhanced Writing Assistance
AI’s ability to understand and process natural language is beneficial for composing and refining written content. Whether it’s drafting emails or editing documents, AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini on Android, or Apple Intelligence’s Writing Assist feature on iPhones, offer substantial time savings by automating the writing process.
Conversational Voice Assistants
Voice assistants have evolved to become more conversational, thanks to AI. Features like ChatGPT’s Voice mode and Gemini Live provide a more interactive experience, allowing users to discuss ideas or gather information effortlessly. This functionality is especially useful on smartphones, where hands-free operation is often preferred.
AI integration in smartphones is not just about advanced capabilities but about delivering real value to users. From editing photos to managing emails and overcoming language barriers, AI is reshaping how we interact with our devices on a fundamental level. By focusing on features that offer genuine utility, users can maximize their productivity and streamline their daily routines.
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At least 15 Palestinians killed in Gaza Posted on December 16, 2024 At least 15 Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli attack on Khan Younis in the Gaza Strip, Reuters reports. Those killed were reportedly staying at a shelter for people displaced from their homes when they were attacked.
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MUMBAI: “Everyone should be a law-abiding citizen and everyone should know the laws,” said
Sanjay Dutt on Sunday. The actor, now in his 60s, made a cameo appearance at the ‘continuous education’ programme of the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, where Justice Bhushan Gavai of the Supreme Court inaugurated TASKS—Trial Analysis Study and Knowledge Seminars.
The discussion focused on Dutt’s case, where he was convicted and sentenced to five years under the Arms Act.
“Don’t break the law and make no mistakes. Legal knowledge should be something not just law students but even the common man should imbibe,” Dutt earnestly expressed in his baritone voice when Advocate Sangram Desai, chief of the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, asked him during a panel discussion what his takeaway was from his stint in prison.
Regarding reforms, Dutt suggested that “convicts be allowed a chance to have a meal with family” to not feel completely cut off and spoke of the need to not categorise all as the same and to display some consideration for convicts.
He mentioned he was the director of a play-theatre group of 50—mostly murder lifers—who had tears in their eyes when the play got cancelled after rigorous practice for 45 days. Sporting a beard for a movie shoot, which he took a break from to attend the Bar Council event, he also mentioned that when arrested, he had no clue what TADA (Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act) was and said he went “baap re” when he learned what it was. There was a ripple of laughter in a packed auditorium at the Swami Narayan temple hall in Dadar. Dutt was acquitted under the draconian Act by the Special TADA Judge P D Kode in 2006 after being tried in the 1993 BBC case, but he served five years for briefly having and destroying an AK-56 rifle.
He said Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam and retired ACP Suresh Walishetty were both among “the greatest” at their jobs, as was his lawyer Satish Maneshinde, when Desai asked what he thought of them now, 18 years post-verdict.
As ever, he was a crowd-puller on Sunday too. The event, aimed at equipping and empowering young lawyers with skills in arguing, preparing, and handling criminal trials, was conducted under the fair watchful gaze of retired HC Justice S K Shinde.
Advocate Harshad Nimbalkar Bar council member spoke of the essence of how trials are conducted.
Special PP in the 1993 Bombay Bomb blasts case, Ujjwal Nikam, said the case was based on circumstantial evidence, not direct, and the circle of evidence was proven with confessions and recoveries. Meanwhile, Dutt’s counsel, Satish Maneshinde, said if the trial were held in today’s times with digital evidence of CCTV footage, the outcome could well have been different, with no sentence for the actor.
A trial is the foundation of any judicial system and underscores the importance of rule of law and the administration of justice said Justice Gavai who is due to be the next CJI.
Both, he and Bombay high court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya highlighted the importance of the two essential legal principles that ensure citizens’ rights are not thwarted. Justice Gavai said the legal profession is one where learning is “eternal’’ and the day someone says he knows everything, could be his last day in the profession.
He applauded the Bar Council’s initiative. He added “Lawyers must be honest and ethical in presenting their case. Unfortunately some lawyers give false hopes to their clients, a practice that the legal system deprecates.’’
Justice Gavai emphasized that studying the trial processes is indispensable for the growth of legal practitioners. It helps all the individuals in the field of law, to understand the precedents, interpret the statutes, and note the nuances of the procedure. Each trial contributes to the evolving fabric of Indian jurisprudence. Gavai highlighted how knowledge of the law, is essential for both, law navigators and justice seekers.
The knowledge of both, substantive and procedural law, acts as the backbone of effective trial practice. They range from understanding the core legal principles and rights enshrined under the Constitution, statutes and judicial precedents to the rules that govern the unfolding of a trial, right from filing of a plaint to the judgement delivered.
In the existence of the hierarchy of the courts, from district courts to the Supreme Court of India, knowledge equips practitioners to navigate the legal system effectively. Gavai said, “Lastly, the most important aspect of any trial is to acquit the innocent and convict the guilty.
As it is said, “It is better to let 10 guilty escape than let a single innocent suffer,” and added, “We must ensure that no innocent person is punished.” CJ Upadhyaya underscoring the importance of ‘rule of law’ –as opposed to rule of will or whims, he said, must be protected and defended with zeal by lawyers and a parting shot for young lawyers, he said, is to oodles of patience, a good mentor, and enrich their knowledge, to shine later.
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Thousands of people have been freed from Syria's prisons with the toppling of the Assad regime there. But those thousands are just a fraction of the people who have disappeared into those prisons. NPR's Emily Feng has the story of one man who has been found and of the heartbreak for families who still search.
EMILY FENG, BYLINE: George Hawami grew up hearing stories of his father, who disappeared when he was just 10 months old.
GEORGE HAWAMI: At the beginning, they were telling me that he's traveling. He's abroad - he's working abroad.
FENG: Working abroad. But in truth, his father was part of a Christian militia in Lebanon and had been kidnapped there and taken across the border by Syrian troops.
G HAWAMI: We thought that we will never see him again.
FENG: A now-33-year-old son was glued to the news as rebel forces made a lightning offensive, taking the Syrian capital of Damascus. They smashed into Assad's prisons, breaking open cells.
No. Have your coffee first.
SUHEIL HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic.)
FENG: And one of the prisoners let out was Hawami's father.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: This is Suheil Hamawi, George's father, now 61 years old. We all sat down together just two days after he'd returned home to Lebanon.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: The elder Hawami recounts to us the years of torture and solitary confinement he endured, being ferried between prisons, including a long confinement in Syria's notorious Sednaya prison.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: But this December 8, everything changed. Hawami tells us he heard a commotion outside the prison. Rebels were fighting their way in.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: He says the guards just abandoned their posts.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: And as he stumbled out of the prison into the morning light, he says he found himself amid gun battles. So he ran, found a phone and dialed a family number he'd committed to memory. His son picked up.
How long was your father away for?
G HAWAMI: Thirty-two years and five days.
FENG: The first place Hawami senior told his son he wanted to go after being freed was here, where we are sitting together - the home in northern Lebanon where he was kidnapped in 1991. It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea, whose waves he now gazes towards constantly.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: A sound he says he has not heard in more than three decades. And he's considered one of the lucky ones. Other families in Lebanon are still hoping for a reunion of their own.
UNIDENTIFIED PEOPLE: (Singing in Arabic).
FENG: On a recent weekend, some of these families gathered in a Beirut park, holding portraits of their missing loved ones as the Lebanese anthem played. They're demanding information about them after the fall of the Syrian regime.
FATMA KABBARA: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: Fatma Kabbara has been scouring video footage of Syria for her brother Mohammad, last seen in a Syrian prison, and she hopes that her brother might still be alive. Others, like Nabil Haddad, have stopped hoping. At his home in Beirut, Haddad rearranges his chairs, pulling me to his kitchen table, as he tells me the story of his uncle Miled, who was kidnapped in the 1980s. They searched for him for decades, but two years ago, Haddad consulted his church.
NABIL HADDAD: The reverend told us that it's 40 years now, and he's disappeared. He's dead.
FENG: So Haddad's family decided to officially declare his missing uncle deceased. He and his family want a break from the past.
HADDAD: Honestly, they don't want anymore to talk about the past. They have suffered enough.
FENG: For the Hawami family, now reunited with their father after decades in a Syrian prison, joy finally permeates. The offer of sweets and nuts from their home in northern Lebanon is endless.
Oh, actually. Thank you.
FENG: The elder Hawami says he feels like he's come back from the dead, but he struggles with the weight of memory.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: And he still does not quite believe Assad is gone. Hawami's miraculous return to Lebanon has gotten a lot of attention. And so his family is now fielding hundreds of calls from other families, wondering if he saw their loved ones imprisoned in Syria. His son says they've been bombarding his father with names.
G HAWAMI: He's telling them, don't give me names because I don't know the name. Maybe it's someone he stayed with him for 10 years, but he don't know his name. He knows his number.
FENG: The number he and all the prisoners were assigned by the wardens. Hawami's was 55.
How did you survive?
At this, Hawami points to his son.
Your son.
S HAMAWI: (Speaking Arabic).
FENG: His son's eyes well with tears.
To hear that he feels like he survived because he was thinking of you the entire time, how does that feel?
G HAWAMI: Responsibility, because he's counting on us now to recover all these years.
FENG: Recovering nearly 33 lost years, that's impossible. But he is going to do his best for his father.
Emily Feng, NPR News, Chekka, Lebanon. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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GOALMarcos MorenoClub America seal historic three-peat after sealing second leg Liga MX Final victory over MonterreyMonterrey vs CF AmericaCF AmericaLiga MXMonterreyLas Águilas defeated Rayados and achieved history in first team to achieve a three-peat in the Apertura/Clausura era.América defeated Monterrey in the Apertura 2024 finalRichard Sánchez scored the championship goalLas Águilas achieved the first three-peat in the history of short tournamentsArticle continues below
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NEW DELHI (AP) — Zakir Hussain, one of India's most accomplished classical musicians who defied genres and introduced tabla to global audiences, died on Sunday. He was 73.
The Indian classical music icon died from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung disease, at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said in a statement.
“His prolific work as a teacher, mentor and educator has left an indelible mark on countless musicians. He hoped to inspire the next generation to go further. He leaves behind an unparalleled legacy as a cultural ambassador and one of the greatest musicians of all time,” the statement read.
Hussain was the most recognizable exponent of tabla, a pair of hand drums that is the main percussion instrument in Indian classical music.
Considered the greatest tabla player of his generation, Hussain had a career that spanned six decades in which he collaborated with the likes of singer-songwriter George Harrison, jazz saxophonist Charles Lloyd, drummer Mickey Hart and cellist Yo-Yo Ma.
The son of legendary tabla artist Ustad Alla Rakha, Hussain was born in 1951 in Mumbai and was taught how to play the instrument by his father at the age of 7. A child prodigy, he began performing alongside India’s classical music legends during his teens.
In 1973, Hussain formed the Indian jazz fusion band “Shakti” with jazz guitarist John McLaughlin. The band played acoustic fusion music that combined Indian music with elements of jazz, introducing a new sound to Western audiences.
In 2024, Hussain became the first musician from India to win three Grammy awards in the same year.
Hussain’s “Shakti” won Best Global Music Album, and his collaboration with Edgar Meyer, Béla Fleck and flutist Rakesh Chaurasia won Best Global Music Performance and Best Contemporary Instrumental Album. He had earlier won a Grammy in 2009.
In 2023, Hussain received the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award.
Hussain is survived by his wife and two daughters.
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With the release of Android 15, users of the Phone Link app on Windows have started noticing changes in how their phone notifications are displayed on their computers. This update specifically targets the visibility of notifications that may contain sensitive information, enhancing user privacy but also affecting the convenience of the Phone Link app.
Impact on Phone Link App Usage
For those who rely on the Phone Link app to manage their mobile notifications via their Windows devices, the introduction of Android 15 brings about a significant alteration. The operating system now filters out notifications that it deems sensitive, meaning that not all notifications from your Android device will appear on your Windows interface as they used to.
User Experience and Privacy Enhancements
The key change with Android 15 is its approach to privacy. By automatically hiding potentially sensitive notifications, it adds an extra layer of security for users. While this feature enhances privacy, it may require adjustments for users who depend on complete transparency of notifications across devices.
The update to Android 15 has been designed to strike a balance between user convenience and data protection, impacting how notifications are handled between Android devices and Windows via the Phone Link app. This change may lead to some initial challenges for users who are accustomed to managing their phone’s notifications directly from their desktops. As Android continues to prioritize security, users may need to explore new ways to stay informed about their notifications without compromising on privacy. Adapting to these changes is crucial for maintaining efficiency while ensuring sensitive information remains protected on both platforms.
Android 15’s new privacy features represent a shift towards more secure and discreet communication. However, this update may require users to adapt to a new way of receiving and managing their notifications on connected devices.
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This past year saw some significant solar activity. This was especially true during the month of May, which saw more than 350 solar storms, solar flares, and geomagnetic storms. This included the strongest solar storm in 20 years that produced aurorae at far lower latitudes than usual and the strongest solar flare observed since December 2019. Given the threat they pose to radio communications, power grids, navigation systems, and spacecraft and astronauts, numerous agencies actively monitor the Sun’s behavior to learn more about its long-term behavior.
However, astronomers have not yet determined whether the Sun can produce “superflares” or how often they might occur. While tree rings and samples of millennia-old glacial ice are effective at records of the most powerful superflares, they are not effective ways to determine their frequency, and direct measurements of solar activity have only been available since the Space Age. In a recent study, an international team of researchers adopted a new approach. By analyzing Kepler data on tens of thousands of Sun-like stars, they estimate that stars like ours produce superflares about once a century.
The study was conducted by reseMax-Planck-Institut for Solar System Research (MPS), the Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory (SGO) and the Space Physics and Astronomy Research unit at the University of Oulu, the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder (UCF), the National Solar Observatory (NSO), the Commissariat of Atomic and Alternative Energies of Paris-Saclay and the University of Paris-Cité, and multiple universities. The paper that addresses their research recently appeared in the journal Science.
Superflares are notable for the intense amount of radiation they emit, about 1032 erg, or 6.2444 electron volts (eV). For comparison, consider the Carrington Event of 1859, one of the most violent solar storms of the past 200 years. While this solar flare caused widespread disruption, leading to the collapse of telegraph networks in northern Europe and North America, it released only a hundredth of the energy of a superflare. While tree rings and glacial samples have recorded powerful events in the past, the ability to observe thousands of stars at a time is teaching astronomers a lot about how often the most powerful flares occur.
This is certainly true of the Kepler Space Telescope, which monitored about 100,000 main-sequence stars continuously for years for signs of periodic dips indicating the presence of exoplanets. These same observations recorded countless solar flares, which appeared in the observational data as short, pronounced peaks in brightness. As Prof. Dr. Sami Solanki, a Director at the MPS and a co-author of the paper, explained in a MPS press release:
“We cannot observe the Sun over thousands of years. Instead, however, we can monitor the behavior of thousands of stars very similar to the Sun over short periods of time. This helps us to estimate how frequently superflares occur.”
For their study, the team analyzed data obtained by Kepler from 56,450 Sun-like stars between 2009 and 2013. This consisted of carefully analyzing the images for signs of potential superflares, which were only a few pixels in size. The team was also careful in their selection of stars, taking into account only those whose surface temperature and brightness were similar to the Sun’s. The researchers also ruled out potential sources of error, including cosmic radiation, transient phenomena (asteroids or comets), and other types of stars flaring up near a Sun-like star.
In total, the Kepler data provided the team with evidence of 220,000 years of stellar activity. From this, they were able to identify 2,889 superflares from 2,527 of the observed stars, producing an average of one superflare per star per century. While previous surveys have found average intervals of a thousand or even ten thousand years, these studies could not determine the exact source of the observed flares. They also had to limit themselves to stars without any close neighbors, making this latest study the most precise and sensitive to date.
Nevertheless, previous studies that considered indirect evidence and observations made in the past few decades have yielded longer intervals between superflares. Whenever the Sun has released a high level of energetic particles that reached Earth’s atmosphere in the past, the interaction produced a detectable amount of radioactive carbon-14 (C14). This isotope will remain in tree and glacial samples over thousands of years of slow decay, allowing astronomers to identify powerful solar events and how long ago they occurred.
This method has allowed researchers to identify five extreme solar particle events and three candidates within the past twelve thousand years – suggesting an average rate of one superflare per 1,500 years. However, the team acknowledges that it is possible that more violent solar particle events and superflares occurred in the past. “It is unclear whether gigantic flares are always accompanied by coronal mass ejections and what is the relationship between superflares and extreme solar particle events,” said co-author Prof. Dr. Ilya Usoskin from the University of Oulu. “This requires further investigation.”
While the new study does not reveal when the Sun will experience its next superflare, the results urge caution. “The new data are a stark reminder that even the most extreme solar events are part of the Sun’s natural repertoire,” said co-author Dr. Natalie Krivova from the MPS. In the meantime, the best way to stay prepared is to monitor the Sun regularly to ensure reliable forecasting and advanced warning. By 2031, these efforts will be bolstered by the ESA’s Vigil probe, which the MPS is assisting through the development of its Polarimetric and Magnetic Imager (PHI) instrument.
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MUMBAI: Central Railway on Saturday stayed the demolition of five unauthorised temples, including a Hanuman temple, outside Dadar station amid escalating opposition from the Shiv Sena (UBT), later leading to protests from BJP leaders as well.
In a related development, CM Devendra Fadnavis said the govt will take steps to regularise the structures outside Dadar station. "The court, in one of its earlier judgments, made certain categories, and old temples can be regularised as per those. We will discuss with the railway authorities to find a way out...," he told reporters at Pune airport.
Shiv Sena (UBT) had criticised the demolition notices soon after they were issued on Dec 4. On Friday, party chief Uddhav Thackeray raised the pitch by accusing the BJP of "electoral Hindutva" and saying it failed to protect Hindu temples, including the 80-year-old Hanuman temple on the CR premises. He announced a maha-aarti at the temple on Saturday evening.
However, on Saturday afternoon, BJP MLA Mangal Prabhat Lodha announced a stay on the demolition. As party workers gathered outside the Hanuman temple, BJP leaders, including Lodha and Kirit Somaiya, offered prayers.
In the evening, a maha-aarti was conducted by Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray, who was accompanied by party leaders, including Sanjay Raut.
With BMC polls approaching and the Hindutva issue on the electoral agenda, both parties tried to take credit for the stay. "Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar and I spoke to railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Leaders from the Bajrang Dal and VHP also spoke to him. A stay has been issued, and prayers can continue at the temple," said Lodha.
Taking a dig at Sena (UBT), he said, "What is the need for a maha-aarti when a stay has already been issued? This is nothing but politics."
After the maha-aarti, Aaditya said, "The demolition was stayed because our party chief Uddhav Thackeray made it an issue...We have exposed the double-face of the BJP, which uses Hindutva on a use-and-throw basis. They are responsible for the demolition of many ancient temples." He claimed that builders bought land at profitable rates around the Ayodhya temple. He further demanded that the demolition order be withdrawn.
The notices, dated Dec 4, were issued by CR's assistant divisional engineer (Mumbai Division), directing the removal of the five temples dedicated to various deities, including Hanuman, Shiva, Mahalaxmi, and Dattatreya, within seven days for obstructing commuter movement and delaying redevelopment of Dadar station. Sources said the notices were issued to address concerns flagged in the 2021 CAG report, which highlighted encroachments on railway land.
(Inputs by Anurag Bende from Pune)
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Czech billionaire and businessman Daniel Kretinsky has been given the green light to buy the British postal service Royal Mail, reports the BBC.
According to the broadcaster, the deal will be announced on Monday morning. The purchase price is reportedly 3.6 billion pounds.
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MUMBAI: A fire broke out on Sunday at Poonam Chambers in Worli, reportedly originating from a second-floor office in the seven-story commercial building.
The incident was reported around 11.39am. Fire tenders quickly arrived at the scene.
No injuries have been reported.
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For decades, the Syrian army ruled over parts of neighboring Lebanon. One place that Syrians controlled was a village in northern Lebanon. And that is where NPR Diaa Hadid begins this story in 1984 in her father's ancestral home. And we do want to let you know that there is the sound of gunfire in this story.
DIAA HADID, BYLINE: I was playing by the old oak when I heard Mum wailing, and I froze. A kindly older cousin scooped me up. Let's go play, she said. I was so little, so easily distracted. We were in Dad's village of Kaferkahel because my grandfather had passed away. Dad flew us in from Australia to pay his respects. Following Levantine tradition, Dad didn't trim his beard for 40 days after his father's passing.
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HADID: And that made him a target of Syrian forces who were ostensibly keeping the peace in our part of Lebanon during our country's civil war. With his unruly beard, Dad looked like a supporter of the Islamist group, the Muslim Brotherhood.
At the time, Syrian forces were chasing down Brotherhood supporters who fled to neighboring Lebanon after they tried to overthrow the Assad regime. The Syrians took Dad while he was near our village. As the afternoon stretched on and he didn't return, Mum feared the worst because so many others had disappeared.
Dad later told me he was taken to a school that Syrian forces were using as a lockup. He told me he could hear men screaming in the other rooms. While he was being held, he recited verses of the Muslim Holy book, the Quran, like this...
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UNIDENTIFIED SINGER: (Singing in non-English language).
HADID: ...Verses about Jonah. Muslims too believe the Biblical story of Jonah and the whale. And Dad prayed, Lord, as you freed Jonah, please free me. My father was eventually freed. By chance, the driver of a Syrian officer recognized Dad. He pleaded for his freedom. The driver was a distant relative. We left Lebanon soon after, only returning years later, as the war's embers faded in 1990.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: The horrors and madnesses of the war are over.
HADID: But the wounds were still fresh. Bullet holes were shot through the bus that ferried us from the plane. There was dried blood on the floor. In the airport, there were posters everywhere of one man. I pointed and asked, who's that, Dad? He hissed at me to shut up. I didn't know the Syrian ruler Hafez al-Assad, and I didn't know that just pointing at his image could get us in trouble. Assad was effectively in charge of Lebanon.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #2: Motorists are still checked by Syrian troops.
HADID: Because Syrian forces were allowed to stay in Lebanon as part of the deal to end the war - the Assad Regime - first Hafez, then his son Bashar - ruled Lebanon like they ruled Syria, with terror. My cousins schooled us. Never talk about the regime. Don't even talk to the mirror, my cousin warned. Maybe your reflection will squeal on you. Years later, I studied Arabic, listening to songs to get the cadence of the language. Dad helped me understand this poem sung by Egyptian diva Umm Kulthum.
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UMM KULTHUM: (Singing in non-English language).
HADID: I see you do not cry, she sings. You are steadfast. As I immersed myself in Arabic, I asked Dad if I could go to Syria, where there were excellent language courses. No way, he said. So I went to our ancestral village in Lebanon to study and nursed a deep resentment of my father. Syrian forces stayed on in Lebanon until a bombing on Valentine's Day 2005 killed the Lebanese prime minister, Rafic Hariri.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #3: (Non-English language spoken).
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #4: This was the moment that brought change to Lebanon's relations with Syria.
HADID: Hariri's killing was widely blamed on Syria. It led to a movement demanding Syrian forces leave, nearly three decades after they arrived.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #5: (Chanting in non-English language).
UNIDENTIFIED GROUP: (Chanting in non-English language).
HADID: By then, I was a journalist, mostly covering conflict and its consequences, from Iraq to Gaza to Libya. Dad never worried. For him, life and death were in the hands of God. Except for Syria - when I was assigned to cover the Syrian civil war in 2013, Dad pleaded, don't go. I pushed back hard, and finally, nearly 30 years after it happened, he told me how he was nearly swallowed into the belly of the Assad regime in '84. Still, I went to Syria. But that revelation helped me make sense of my reserved father - his embrace of prayer, his gratitude to be a citizen of Australia, a country that upheld the rule of law.
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HADID: Last weekend, news began filtering in.
UNIDENTIFIED REPORTER: Now, we begin with breaking news out of Syria, of course. Opposition forces have declared the end of President Bashar al-Assad's rule after 13 years of civil war.
HADID: Syrians were toppling statues, cheering in the streets.
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HADID: Now, thousands of families are searching for their missing loved ones swallowed by the Assad regime. Dad passed away nearly two years ago, and I couldn't stop thinking, the terror that haunted him and millions of Lebanese and Syrians was over. Diaa Hadid, NPR News, Mumbai.
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Earlier this year, Apple announced the launch of iOS 18 along with macOS Sequoia and updates to other Apple operating systems. During this announcement, Apple also showcased various new Apple Intelligence (AI) features. Despite these advancements, the slow deployment of these features in iOS 18 may influence the timeline for the subsequent iOS 19 update.
Delay in iOS 19: Impact of the Staggered iOS 18 Release
According to insights from Apple analyst Mark Gurman, the release of iOS 19 is likely to face significant delays. Although the new features are scheduled for revelation at the June 2025 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), their actual rollout could be postponed. The phased introduction of iOS 18, particularly the AI features, appears to be a major factor in this potential delay.
Gradual Rollout of iOS 18: A Closer Look at the Impact
Apple has been progressively releasing updates for iOS 18, integrating advanced AI functionalities that refine user experience. Notably, updates like the 18.2 brought forth innovative AI enhancements that were well received. However, subsequent releases, such as iOS 18.3 and the upcoming 18.4, which is rumored to include a revamped Siri, are still under development.
The phased nature of these releases allows Apple to fine-tune features based on user feedback but also poses challenges. The delay in finalizing current updates has led to a bottleneck, potentially shifting the focus away from the next big project, iOS 19.
Mark Gurman, a respected Apple analyst, suggests that the consequences of these delays are becoming apparent. While iOS 19 is expected to be showcased at the June 2025 WWDC, the full rollout of its major features might not follow the usual swift timeline Apple users have come to expect.
Future Implications for iOS Rollouts
The ongoing situation raises questions about the future of Apple’s operating system updates. Will Apple reconsider its update strategy to avoid similar delays in the future? Or will this approach become a new norm, with Apple taking more time to ensure each feature’s effectiveness before moving on to the next big update?
As Apple continues to introduce more features like the enhanced Siri in the upcoming 18.4 update, the focus on iOS 19 has yet to gain full momentum. This continuous enhancement cycle in iOS 18 might push back the development and release of iOS 19.
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Manchester United stunned Manchester City with two late goals to claim the Manchester derby and deepen the crisis in Pep Guardiola’s side on Sunday evening.
City looked to be in complete control after Josko Gvardiol headed them ahead in the 36th minute, but a moment of madness from Matheus Nunes, who brought down Amad Diallo after a poor back-pass, allowed Bruno Fernandes to equalize from the penalty spot in the 88th minute.
Just under two minutes later, Diallo scored the winner for United when he got onto a ball over the top, prodded it past Ederson, and finished from a tight angle to make it 2-1 and send the visiting supporters wild.
Chelsea moved to within two points of the top of the table after a 2-1 win at home to Brentford.
Marc Cucurella scored a rare header to put Chelsea in front two minutes before halftime.
It looked as if Nicolas Jackson’s finish from Enzo Fernandez’s pass on the break 10 minutes from time would seal the win, but Brian Mbeumo’s shot in the 90th minute ensured a tense end to the match, which saw Cucurella sent off for two yellow cards in injury time.
Tottenham showed their positive side as they raced into a 4-0 lead away to Southampton, with James Maddison, Son Heung-Min and Dejan Kulusevski putting them 3-0 up after just 14 minutes.
Pape Sarr added a fourth after 25 minutes as Southampton fell apart, and some fans started to leave St. Mary’s Stadium well before halftime. Those who left missed Maddison making it 5-0 in first-half injury time.
Very little happened after the break, but it looks like the sort of defeat that could cost Southampton coach Russell Martin his job.
On Saturday, league leader Liverpool played for over 70 minutes with 10 men but twice came back to draw 2-2 at home to Fulham.
Andreas Pereira volleyed Fulham ahead after 11 minutes, and Andy Robertson was sent off six minutes later for a professional foul.
Cody Gakpo scored for Liverpool early in the second half, but Rodrigo Muniz’s goal in the 76th minute looked as if it would win it for Fulham before Diogo Jota, returning from injury, netted an equalizer just four minutes from the end.
Arsenal failed to close the gap at the top after being held to a 0-0 draw by Everton, who produced a solid defensive display in a game where they managed just one shot on goal.
Anthony Elanga’s injury-time goal saw Nottingham Forest produce a late fightback to win 2-1 at home to Aston Villa, when it had looked as if Jhon Duran’s 63rd-minute goal would give Villa all three points.
Chris Wood had a goal ruled out for offside before Nikola Milenkovic headed in a powerful equalizer in the 88th minute from Morgan Gibbs-White’s cross to set up Elanga’s dramatic finish.
Newcastle United thrashed Leicester City 4-0 to show Ruud Van Nistelrooy he has a big task ahead. Jacob Murphy scored twice, while Bruno Guimaraes and Alexander Isak completed the rout.
Crystal Palace continued their recovery and are now unbeaten in their last five games after a 3-1 win away to Brighton, thanks to two goals from Ismaila Sarr, who also set up Trevoh Chalobah for Palace’s opener.
Brighton’s late consolation came from an own goal by Marc Guehi.
Wolves coach Gary O’Neil was sacked after a 2-1 defeat at home to Ipswich, with Jack Taylor heading in Ipswich’s winner three minutes into injury time.
Matt Doherty deflected a shot into his own net after 15 minutes, with Mateus Cunha equalizing before Taylor’s winning header led to some Wolves players losing their composure amid ugly scenes after the final whistle. ■
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Mumbai: Central Railway will operate a megablock on its suburban sections today for carrying out various engineering and maintenance works. On the Main Line, the block will be on the 5th and 6th lines between Vidyavihar and Thane stations from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Following UP Mail/Express trains will be diverted on the UP Fast line at Thane:
LTT-bound trains will be re-diverted on the 6th line at Vidyavihar station and will arrive at their destination 10 to 15 minutes late.
Train no. 11010 Pune-CSMT Sinhagad Express
Train no. 12124 Pune-CSMT Deccan Queen
Train no. 13201 Patna-LTT Express
Train no. 17221 Kakinada-LTT Express
Train no. 12126 Pune-CSMT Pragati Express
Train no. 12140 Nagpur-CSMT Express
Train no. 22226 Solapur-CSMT Vande Bharat Express
Following DOWN Mail/Express trains will be diverted on the Down Fast line at Vidyavihar station and will be re-diverted at Thane on the 5th line, with a delay of over 10 to 15 minutes:
Train no. 11055 LTT-Gorakhpur Express
Train no. 11061 LTT-Jaynagar Pawan Express
Train no. 16345 LTT-Tiruvananthapuram Netravati Express
On the Harbour line, the block will be between Panvel and Vashi stations (excluding the PORT line) from 11:05 AM to 4:05 PM.
The Up Trans-harbour line services towards Thane departing Panvel from 11:02 AM to 3:53 PM and Down Trans-harbour line services towards Panvel departing Thane from 10:01 AM to 3:20 PM will remain cancelled.
Special local trains will run on the CSMT Mumbai-Vashi section during the block period.
Trans-harbour line services will be available between Thane, Vashi, and Nerul stations during the block period. PORT line services will be available between Belapur, Nerul, and Uran stations during the block period.
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Fresh Air Weekend highlights some of the best interviews and reviews from past weeks, as well as new program elements specially paced for weekends. Our weekend show emphasizes interviews with writers, filmmakers, actors and musicians, and it often includes excerpts from live in-studio concerts. This week:
Jon Batiste finds the Blues in Beethoven: Batiste re-imagines Beethoven compositions in his new album. It's "not that the original wasn't great and transcendent..." he says. "But there's also a lot of things since then that have happened."
Maureen Corrigan picks her favorite books from an 'unprecedented' 2024: This year, our Fresh Air book critic highlights alternative history, suspense, satire — and some of the most extraordinary letters ever written. Here are Maureen Corrigan's 10 best books of 2024.
Mickalene Thomas makes art that 'gives Black women their flowers': Thomas' work puts Black women front and center. "We've been supportive characters for far too long," she says. "I would describe my art as radically shifting notions of beauty by reclaiming space."
You can listen to the original interviews here:
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GOALMarcos MorenoClub America seal historic three-peat after sealing second leg Liga MX Final victory over MonterreyMonterrey vs CF AmericaCF AmericaLiga MXMonterreyLas Águilas defeated Rayados and achieved history in first team to achieve a three-peat in the Apertura/Clausura era.América defeated Monterrey in the Apertura 2024 finalRichard Sánchez scored the championship goalLas Águilas achieved the first three-peat in the history of short tournamentsArticle continues below
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This week’s Gadgets Weekly explores the latest in personal technology, featuring new releases from Samsung, Epson, Blaupunkt, Portronics, Panasonic, and others. From smartphones to security cameras, portable tyre inflators to earphones, and much more, here’s a roundup of the latest gadgets to hit the market.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Enterprise Edition
Samsung has launched Enterprise Editions of its Galaxy S24 and S24 Ultra smartphones. These business-focused devices come with a 12-month Knox Suite subscription, providing defence-grade security, simplified device management, and comprehensive OS control. Enterprise Edition users also benefit from extended support, including up to 7 years of firmware updates and a 3-year warranty. Powered by 8GB or 12GB RAM, and featuring 256GB storage, the Galaxy S24 Enterprise Edition phones prioritize security and longevity for business users.
Epson CW-C8050 Label Printer
Epson’s new CW-C8050 label printer is designed for high-volume printing, making it ideal for businesses. With high-yield ink packs that eliminate the need for frequent cartridge replacements, this printer can produce up to 3,000 labels per day. The CW-C8050 utilizes PrecisionCore Heat-Free technology and UltraChrome DL Inks to ensure vibrant, durable labels with sharp text and accurate barcodes.
Panasonic i-PRO AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras
Panasonic introduces two new AI-powered surveillance cameras: a High Zoom Bullet Camera and an X-series Camera. The High Zoom Bullet Camera offers 10x and 30x zoom options, with resolutions ranging from 2MP to 4K. It features AI-driven object detection and long-range IR capabilities for low-light conditions. The X-series Camera boasts AI on-site learning, allowing users to train the camera to recognize specific objects. Both camera models are designed to enhance security in various settings, including traffic monitoring, perimeter surveillance, and manufacturing facilities.
Portronics Vayu 5.0 Portable Tyre Inflator
The Portronics Vayu 5.0 is a cordless, user-friendly portable tyre inflator. With a simple interface, users can easily select inflation modes for cars, bikes, cycles, and balls. The device automatically shuts down at the desired pressure level, preventing over-inflation. Equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery and a variety of nozzles, the Vayu 5.0 offers versatility and convenience for inflating various items.
Blaupunkt BTW300 Moksha+ TWS Earphones
Blaupunkt’s BTW300 Moksha+ TWS earphones feature Active Noise Cancellation to minimize background distractions. Each earbud has two microphones, one for capturing the user’s voice and the other for analyzing ambient noise. With a built-in LED display indicating battery capacity, the Moksha+ offers up to 50 hours of playtime on a full charge.
Asus to Launch Copilot PCs at CES 2025
Asus plans to unveil its new lineup of Copilot PCs at CES in early 2025. The range will include AI-powered laptops, Mini PCs, and desktops designed for both consumers and businesses. Asus aims to provide seamless AI integration for more intuitive and efficient user experiences.
Reliance-BPL-Harman LED TV
Reliance Retail, in partnership with BPL and HARMAN, has launched a new series of Home Theatre LED TVs in India. These TVs feature HARMAN’s AudioEFX technology for enhanced sound quality. Available in QLED and Ultra 4K resolutions, the made-in-India TVs offer an affordable home theater experience.
Reliance Jio’s New Recharge Plan
Jio has introduced a new recharge plan priced at Rs 2025, offering 200 days of unlimited 5G and voice calls, along with 500GB of 4G data. The plan also includes partner coupons for various services like AJIO, Swiggy, and EaseMyTrip.
Dayananda Sagar University Joins OPPO’s ‘Generation Green’ Initiative
Dayananda Sagar University in Bengaluru has partnered with OPPO India for its ‘Generation Green’ initiative, which focuses on e-waste management. The program aims to educate students and citizens about responsible e-waste disposal.
NCERT and YouTube Collaborate for Educational Content
NCERT is partnering with YouTube to launch over 200 educational channels. These channels will offer curriculum-aligned content in 29 Indian languages, including Indian Sign Language.
Nothing’s Snake Game Widget
Nothing has released a Snake game widget exclusively for its smartphones. The widget offers a modern take on the classic game, with swipe controls and dynamic challenges.
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Mumbai: From former cabinet minister and Worli MLA Aaditya Thackeray to city Congress president and Mumbai North Central MP Varsha Gaikwad, and recent entrant to BJP Ravi Raja—formerly the opposition leader in the BMC—politicians on Saturday opposed the civic body's plans for levying a user fee for solid waste collection.
The move, as reported by TOI on Dec 14, is in line with the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2016, officials told the newspaper. The SWM Rules describe a user fee as "a fee imposed by the local body on the waste generator to cover full or part of the cost of providing solid waste collection, transportation, processing, and disposal services."
Thackeray, on Saturday at a press conference, criticised the proposal, stating, "The BMC now plans to impose a ‘user fee' on Mumbaikars for collecting daily waste. Never has this happened before. Why should Mumbaikars pay for the obligatory duty of the BMC? We've served Mumbai multiple times through the BMC, and never did we indulge in burdening Mumbaikars like this BJP govt that plans this user fee. Will the BMC pay us every time we spot garbage dumps on the road? It has done a shoddy job of waste collection for the past two years."
Congress Mumbai Regional Committee president Gaikwad accused the BMC of catering to contractor-friendly interests, saying, "When collection and disposal of waste is an obligatory duty of the BMC under the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888, why impose this burden on citizens? Aren't Mumbaikars reeling enough under Modi-made inflation and price rise? The Congress will strongly oppose the imposition of any user fee for garbage collection. The @mybmc and this contractor-friendly regime should instead focus on timely and efficient collection of solid waste."
Others like Ravi Raja, who recently joined the BJP prior to the assembly elections, questioned why such an important decision is taken when there are no elected representatives in the corporation. "And what is the guarantee that this will be judicially used for the cause and BMC will sincerely find the solution to this problem? For years we all have seen how garbage collection and its disposal is ill-managed at dumping grounds. So first BMC should give justification on how money will be used," said Raja.
Many cities across India, like Pune and Bengaluru, currently have a user fee imposed by the local corporation.
Mumbai: From former cabinet minister and Worli MLA Aaditya Thackeray to city Congress president and Mumbai North Central MP Varsha Gaikwad, and recent entrant to BJP Ravi Raja—formerly the opposition leader in the BMC—politicians on Saturday opposed the civic body's plans for levying a user fee for solid waste collection.
The move, as reported by TOI on Dec 14, is in line with the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2016, officials told the newspaper. The SWM Rules describe a user fee as "a fee imposed by the local body on the waste generator to cover full or part of the cost of providing solid waste collection, transportation, processing, and disposal services."
Thackeray, on Saturday at a press conference, criticised the proposal, stating, "The BMC now plans to impose a ‘user fee' on Mumbaikars for collecting daily waste. Never has this happened before. Why should Mumbaikars pay for the obligatory duty of the BMC? We've served Mumbai multiple times through the BMC, and never did we indulge in burdening Mumbaikars like this BJP govt that plans this user fee. Will the BMC pay us every time we spot garbage dumps on the road? It has done a shoddy job of waste collection for the past two years."
Congress Mumbai Regional Committee president Gaikwad accused the BMC of catering to contractor-friendly interests, saying, "When collection and disposal of waste is an obligatory duty of the BMC under the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888, why impose this burden on citizens? Aren't Mumbaikars reeling enough under Modi-made inflation and price rise? The Congress will strongly oppose the imposition of any user fee for garbage collection. The @mybmc and this contractor-friendly regime should instead focus on timely and efficient collection of solid waste."
Others like Ravi Raja, who recently joined the BJP prior to the assembly elections, questioned why such an important decision is taken when there are no elected representatives in the corporation. "And what is the guarantee that this will be judicially used for the cause and BMC will sincerely find the solution to this problem? For years we all have seen how garbage collection and its disposal is ill-managed at dumping grounds. So first BMC should give justification on how money will be used," said Raja.
Many cities across India, like Pune and Bengaluru, currently have a user fee imposed by the local corporation.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
Compositions of Malek Jandali include protest chants from Syria, his homeland.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "YA ALLAH")
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Chanting in non-English language).
(Chanting in non-English language)
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Chanting in non-English language).
UNIDENTIFIED CROWD: (Chanting in non-English language).
SIMON: His family back home was targeted for those acts of dissent. And here he is in 2021, telling NPR's Deborah Amos about the time his parents were beaten because he put what the Syrian regime considered a dangerous word into his lyrics.
(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED NPR BROADCAST)
MALEK JANDALI: I composed a very simple song. I called it "I Am My Homeland."
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "I AM MY HOMELAND")
JANDALI: (Singing in non-English language).
"My love for you is fire in my heart. When am I going to steer you free?" That word, free, was the troublemaker (laughter).
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "I AM MY HOMELAND")
JANDALI: (Singing in non-English language).
SIMON: And now, of course, the regime of Bashar al-Assad has fallen. Malek Jandali joins us now from New York. Thank you so much for being with us.
JANDALI: My pleasure.
SIMON: What has the last week been like for you?
JANDALI: The last week has been historical. I was in a state of shock, joy. Tears were falling. I couldn't express myself, so I found myself on my piano, trying to express myself through music. I'm still, as I speak to you, in a state of disbelief to be honest with you - 54 years of a brutal dictatorship and a long journey for the Syrian people since 2011, and here we are.
(SOUNDBITE OF MUSIC)
SIMON: May I ask you if you've been able to communicate with friends or family or anyone there?
JANDALI: Yes. I have been in touch with my relatives, with my friends throughout Syria. Many people actually, as we speak, already returned. People are chanting in the streets and dancing. As we speak today, people organize themselves to start sweeping and cleaning the streets. And, you know, Scott, for the last 54 years we did not have a country. Today, the Syrian people have the chance to have a country, and they are feeling the concept of citizenship for the first time.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND THE ZAGREB PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN B FLAT MINOR")
JANDALI: You know, I transitioned in that revolution from being a performer and a pianist into a composer for one term, one word - symphony, which means to synch together. And I said to myself, where is the Syrian symphony? So I wrote my Syrian symphony.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND THE ZAGREB PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN B FLAT MINOR")
JANDALI: The mission of music is to search for beauty and truth. And through your powerful program and for joining me in searching for beauty and truth, I would like to plead to American orchestras to embrace living composers who are documenting current events for the generations to come. When I lost hope for the last 15 years, I came up with an idea just to survive and don't lose hope. It is our duty as citizens, as Americans, as artists, as people of the free, as humans to join in our symphony for peace, document the moment for generations to come.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND THE ZAGREB PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN B FLAT MINOR")
SIMON: You are the founder and CEO of Pianos for Peace. As the name suggests, it's a group that tries to bring peace and unity through music. I wonder if you would like to bring any of its programs to Syria in the coming months.
JANDALI: You nailed it, Scott. I mean, I just had a discussion with one of the Syrian business philanthropists, and we are going to transform prisons, dark prisons, into music schools. So I'm inspired. I am full of hope.
SIMON: You must, at the same time, understand there's a lot of concern about what happens in Syria over the next few weeks and months and years. You've got a lot of people - factions, as we would call them - that agreed that they wanted to get rid of Assad, but may not agree on much else.
JANDALI: It's a very legitimate concern, Scott, but let me state the facts - Syria, for the last 54 years, according to Human Rights Watch, was a slaughterhouse. That brutal dictator was against humanity, torturing children, gassing them to death, raping woman, eradicating synagogues, destroying churches that Jesus Christ himself preached at. Today, we have children who were born in these prison cells. So I have concerns, but my hope is my rich history. My hope is the revolution for freedom and dignity - that's what the people ask. And my hope is music.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
SIMON: Mr. Jandali, is there a piece of your music that you'd like to suggest we all listen to now that would say something about Syria and history and hope?
JANDALI: "Phoenix In Exile."
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
JANDALI: One of my early works was titled "Phoenix In Exile." It was recorded with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
JANDALI: The phoenixes in exile are rising today as I speak to you. And I'm honored to be part of the symphony for peace and join the people of Syria in their noble quest for freedom, dignity and, most importantly, peace.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE")
SIMON: Malek Jandali, composer. Thank you so much for speaking with us today.
JANDALI: My pleasure.
(SOUNDBITE OF MALEK JANDALI AND ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA'S "PHOENIX IN EXILE") Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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Israel attacked military facilities in the coastal region of Tartus in Syria on Sunday, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR).
The Tartus region faces the Mediterranean.
According to SOHR, the Israeli attacks targeted air defense equipment and missile depots. The group described the attacks as “the most powerful attacks on Syria’s coastal region since the attacks began in 2012.”
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GOALMarcos MorenoClub America seal historic three-peat after sealing second leg Liga MX Final victory over MonterreyMonterrey vs CF AmericaCF AmericaLiga MXMonterreyLas Águilas defeated Rayados and achieved history in first team to achieve a three-peat in the Apertura/Clausura era.América defeated Monterrey in the Apertura 2024 finalRichard Sánchez scored the championship goalLas Águilas achieved the first three-peat in the history of short tournamentsArticle continues below
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Integrated Security Services Market Size to Hit USD 55.5 Billion, globally by 2031 | Exclusive Report by AMR
Rising awareness regarding the benefits of integrated security services, the cost efficiency of integrated security solutions.
WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 report analyzes these key players of the global integrated security services market. These players have adopted various strategies such as expansion, new product launches, partnerships, and others to increase their market penetration and strengthen their position in the industry. The report is helpful in determining the business performance, operating segments, product portfolio, and developments by every market player. The global Integrated Security Services Market was valued at $15.8 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $55.5 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 13.7% from 2022 to 2031𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐃𝐅 - 292 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬) 𝐚𝐭: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/request-sample/A31797
Integrated security services offer a wide range of products and solutions to meet the security requirements of the customers. It focuses on emerging technologies that enable to design and build security systems that are scalable and integrated to accommodate any technological situation. Furthermore, the objectives of integrated security services are to identify unauthorized activities and thefts with more reliability and delay them until an effective response/engagement can be accomplished. Moreover, it offers a multi-layered security system and integrates them into one solution. It plays a major role in the business environment empowering companies to accomplish their growth initiatives and set targeted benchmarks.
For instance, Integrated Security Services (ISS) through partnerships with Lenel Systems International, Exacq Technologies, Salient Management Company, OnSSI, Axis Communications, Panasonic and Sony, provide user-friendly open architecture solutions that drive industry standards. To provide a broad range of customers with unlimited muscle power to deal with safety and security risks, it offers the most advanced open architecture platform on the market with which to address defense-centric concerns such as mobile access operations, SCIF installations, advanced mustering, absolute intrusion detection control from command keypads, and advanced smart card and biometrics credentialing.
𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐰 & 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 : https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/integrated-security-services-market/purchase-options
By enterprise size, the large enterprises segment dominated the global market in 2021, and is expected to continue this trend during the forecast period as cloud integrated security technology offers numerous benefits for large enterprises, boosting growth of the integrated security services market in large enterprises. Conversely, the small- & medium-sized enterprises segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period for integrated security services market, owing to surge in adoption of cloud-based services, as it provides cost-effective and efficient solution for SMEs. In addition, increasing investement in adavnced technologies such articficial intelligence (AI), IoT and others and growing demand of digitalization are expected to provide lucrative opportunities for the market growth.
Based on deployment mode, the on-premise segment contributed to the largest share of nearly three-fifths of the global integrated security services market in 2021, and is expected to rule the roost during the forecast period. This is because it provides added security to data. However, the cloud segment is projected to witness the fastest CAGR of 15.1% from 2022 to 2031, as cloud provides flexibility, scalability, complete visibility, and efficiency of all processes.
Based on industry vertical, the BFSI segment held the largest share of one-third of the global integrated security services market in 2021, and is expected to maintain a prominent growth during the forecast period. The growth of the segment is attributed to the rise in cyberattacks in the BFSI sector. However, the healthcare segment is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR of 19.7% in 2031, due to the rise in smart healthcare devices and the need for reliable security services.
𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/request-for-customization/A31797
Based on enterprise size, the large enterprise segment held the largest share of more than three-fifths of the global integrated security services market in 2021, and is expected to maintain a prominent growth during the forecast period, owing to the rise in adoption of integrated security services among big businesses. However, the small and medium enterprise (SME) segment is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR of 15.6% in 2031, owing to the growing innovation and technological investments made by SMEs.
𝐈𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/purchase-enquiry/A31797
Region wise, the integrated security services market was dominated by North America in 2021, and is expected to retain its position during the forecast period, owing to its higher expenditure on advanced technological solutions and growing demand for the cloud based services propel the growth of the market in the region. However, Asia-Pacific is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period, owing to the growth in number of startups and the expanding infrastructure in the region, which is expected to fuel the growth of the integrated security services industry in the region during the forecast period.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞
𝐒𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐬 𝐋𝐭𝐝.,
𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝,
𝐈𝐁𝐌 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧,
𝐂𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬, 𝐈𝐧𝐜.,
𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐜.,
𝐂𝐆𝐈 𝐈𝐧𝐜.,
𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐓𝐞𝐤, 𝐈𝐧𝐜.,
𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭
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As anticipation builds for the 2025 release, the iPhone 17 series is shaping up to be a landmark in Apple’s design and technology evolution. Expected to include the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the new iPhone 17 Air, this lineup is poised to introduce significant enhancements across design, performance, and camera capabilities.
Enhanced Design and Build
The introduction of the iPhone 17 Air marks a significant development, rumored to be the slimmest device in the lineup, with a thickness of just 5-6mm and a robust titanium-aluminum frame. The standard iPhone 17 might feature a larger 6.3-inch display, moving away from the traditional “Plus” models. The Pro models are expected to offer increased durability with a new hybrid back panel combining glass and aluminum elements, alongside a new horizontal camera arrangement akin to the Google Pixel 9.
Advanced Display and Performance Features
All models within the iPhone 17 series are set to debut with 120Hz ProMotion displays, enhancing visual fluidity and responsiveness. Innovations such as an Always-On Display feature and anti-reflective coating are also expected to improve usability and durability. Underneath the surface, the series will be powered by the new A19 chip, utilizing TSMC’s cutting-edge N3P manufacturing process for enhanced performance and efficiency. RAM configurations are also getting a boost, with Pro models equipped with 12GB and other versions coming with 8GB.
Camera Innovations
Photography will see a major upgrade, particularly with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which is rumored to include a triple 48MP camera setup featuring Wide, Ultra Wide, and Tetraprism Telephoto lenses. The iPhone 17 Air will reportedly focus on a streamlined approach with a single 48MP rear camera. Another exciting development is the potential inclusion of a mechanical aperture in select models, allowing for manual adjustments to the depth of field for more dynamic photography.
Launch Timing and Pricing
Continuing its tradition, Apple is likely to unveil the iPhone 17 series in September 2025. The pricing is expected to start at approximately Rs 80,000 for the standard model, with Pro versions beginning around Rs 120,000, reflecting the advanced features and improvements.
This upcoming series promises to make significant strides in smartphone technology and design, setting new benchmarks for future devices.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
How do you preserve the documents that help tell the story of America in a time when so many disagree about what that story is and where it begins and leads?
COLLEEN SHOGAN: This is the Declaration of Independence. You can see it's somewhat faded.
SIMON: Colleen Shogan, archivist of the United States, showed us the vaulting rotunda of the National Archives.
SHOGAN: We have over a million people that come every year into this rotunda to see our founding documents. And these documents are in trust from the National Archives, but they really belong to the American people.
SIMON: These documents include, of course, the Declaration, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights and presidential thank-you notes and dinner menus, among the 13 billion records, a number that grows every day, email by email. In 2026, the rotunda will include the Emancipation Proclamation and the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. Elsewhere in the archives, an exhibit explores some of the most charged chapters of American history from civil rights...
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: Well, I would think of civil rights as those basic rights that are guaranteed by the Constitution.
SIMON: ...To the failed effort to get the Equal Rights Amendment added to the Constitution in the 1970s...
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #2: The Equal Rights Amendment should be ratified.
SIMON: ...To snapshot of the complexity and controversy of America's story. A recent report by The Wall Street Journal, based on several unnamed sources, accused archivist Colleen Shogan of putting a, quote, "rosy spin" on American history as part of a $40 million makeover at the Archives.
Of course, I have to ask about a Wall Street Journal article that came out in October that said, for example, you had replaced a picture of Dr. Martin Luther King leading a civil rights march with one of Elvis Presley and Richard Nixon shaking hands in the White House. Did that happen?
SHOGAN: No, it did not happen. And I just want to make it very clear that I have never taken down a picture or a record here at the National Archives and replaced it with something else other than our routine rotations that we do at the National Archives for preservation purposes. That particular instance, I believe, was a photograph of Martin Luther King that was considered to be part of a selfie station for kids in the educational center, where kids could take a picture with a famous person.
SIMON: They could pose with...
SHOGAN: They could pose...
SIMON: ...Dr. King, you're saying.
SHOGAN: ...With the photograph using technology. And what we found was that picture of MLK was not suitable for a easy selfie. So we have replaced that chosen photograph with one of John Lewis, the civil rights icon, when he was crossing the Pettus Bridge, which is more suitable for a selfie.
SIMON: What about the allegation that, for example, the very haunting photographs Dorothea Lange took of Japanese Americans in internment camps during World War II, after the attack at Pearl Harbor, were removed?
SHOGAN: Right. We will also be discussing Japanese incarceration at several places in the exhibit. We have a terrific exhibit in the Rubenstein Gallery called "Records of Rights." And in fact, we discuss Japanese incarceration fairly extensively in that exhibit. So we have many, many stories we want to be able to tell here at the National Archives through the 13 1/2 billion records. We would love to have the space to be able to tell all of them, but we do have to make choices.
SIMON: Yeah. How do you make those choices?
SHOGAN: Well, we make those choices in a way in which we have a lot of eyes on the projects. We have exhibit professionals. We have archivists. And then, when we make some of the choices, we take a step backwards and say, are we depicting the United States representationally in all of its diversity, in a fair and balanced manner, which really reflects the United States itself? We do want people to feel welcome, but I can't control people's reaction to the records that they see. The reactions that people have are going to depend upon their own background and their own personal experiences.
SIMON: Yeah. What are the challenges in these political times of trying to please everybody? As I don't have to tell you, as a historian, everybody has stories that are important.
SHOGAN: That's correct. And we do have to make choices. So I think when you are a nonpartisan leader in a time in which we have some political conflict and partisanship in the United States, you are probably not going to please everyone all of the time. But that's why it's so important that you adhere to those values of nonpartisanship. That's why I would say it's more important now than ever because of that.
SIMON: What do you think the archives can do for Americans?
SHOGAN: I think that Americans can come to the National Archives and actually feel a degree of unity because even if we disagree on policy or we disagree on politicians and what they do, I hope that we can agree on the basic principles of the United States, those principles that are contained in the Declaration of Independence, and then the framework of how we are going to protect those principles in both the Constitution, of course, our Bill of Rights. I hope we can agree upon the rules of the game and the principles of the game.
SIMON: I'm struck by the fact that the story never quite ends or ties up neatly, does it?
SHOGAN: No, it doesn't. We are always going to be in pursuit of a more perfect union. So the story never ends as long as American democracy continues, and we should never want it to end. We should always be trying to figure out how we can better fulfill, once again, those principles and promises that Thomas Jefferson gave us in the Declaration. If we actually stop, that's actually the end of democracy. I want to always see forward motion, moving forward, in the United States.
SIMON: Colleen Shogan, who is a national archivist of the United States. Thank you so much.
SHOGAN: Thank you. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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Mumbai: A day after city
BJP chief Ashish Shelar demanded a special investigation team (SIT) probe into BMC's alleged shoddy cement concrete road works, Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray on Saturday said: "Finally, the BJP has realised what I have been saying for the last two years. There has been a cartelisation of contracts and you can see the results."
Thackeray demanded that former chief minister Eknath Shinde and the two former guardian ministers of Mumbai Deepak Kesarkar and Mangal Prabhat Lodha, in whose tenure the road contracts were given, should be kept out of the state cabinet. He also opposed the user fee that BMC has proposed for garbage collection, calling it a "loot of the people".
On Dec 11, when Shelar inspected the ongoing concretisation works at Santacruz in his assembly constituency, locals pointed out to him how, despite being laid earlier this year, the roads have developed visible cracks.
In a related development, former corporator Makarand Narwekar wrote to BMC commissioner Bhushan Gagrani seeking an inquiry against senior officials of the roads department and fixing of responsibility. He claimed that cement-concrete road works have not started despite the awarding of contract.
On Saturday, Narwekar, along with Colaba residents, held a protest at 1st Pasta Lane. "The road contractor has only put up barricades on five roads in Colaba; no actual work or maintenance is taking place on the ground. There has been no action against the contractor for failing to execute the CC roads works. Nearly two years have passed since the groundbreaking of the CC road works in Mumbai, but no new roads have been completed in south Mumbai," claimed Narwekar. He further said that the barricades placed on the roads were causing traffic jams at several locations.
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Both Turkey and Qatar have reopened their embassies in Damascus after the Assad regime has fallen.
Turkey reopened its embassy in the Syrian capital on Saturday, twelve years after it was closed due to the civil war in Syria.
Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler also says that Turkish authorities are ready to provide military support to Syria’s new rulers if a request is made.
Qatar closed its embassy in Damascus in 2011 when the popular uprising against the Assad regime, which developed into a civil war, began.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
It's winter, and shorter days and cooler temperatures can be a little isolating and lonely. But there's a German tradition that can offer a social respite from the winter blues. For our Sounds Of The Season series, NPR's Laurel Wamsley takes us to one convivial gathering.
LAUREL WAMSLEY, BYLINE: On a recent evening in a Washington D.C. neighborhood, stringed music floats through the air under dark, cold skies. Stepping inside a local pub called Right Proper, there's a gathering that feels immediately warm and inviting. Werner Hein says it's inspired by an old-world tradition.
WERNER HEIN: In Germany, you had basically a gathering in a repetitive way. People who like to associate with each other, they will always meet in a bar or in a restaurant, and they will have a special table.
WAMSLEY: That special table and the gathering around it is called a Stammtisch. Hein is 80 and says Stammtisch was traditionally defined by drinking and freewheeling discussion among a like-minded group of men.
HEIN: Playing cards every Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. You'll find even tables where they have certain insignia on it of this group where they meet. And then two hours later, someone else comes - another group. They have their own insignia there. It's an enormously old tradition.
WAMSLEY: Tonight's Stammtisch is a modern take, a chance just to visit and speak German.
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Speaking in German).
WAMSLEY: There are women here, not just men. And instead of that big table, there's a bar. But everyone here seems to agree that the basic format of Stammtisch is a good one. That's to say, a standing invite at the same time and place, so no need to check everyone's calendars. And it happens at a place like this, so no one has to tidy up their home for company. Robert Christoffel stands chatting with a beer in hand. He's 45 and says Stammtisch has been making a bit of a comeback.
ROBERT CHRISTOFFEL: Growing up in the '80s, '90s, early 2000s, the idea of Stammtisch in Germany's youth was sort of rejected as this is something that our parents' generation, our grandparents' generation, would do. But a lot of my friends, nowadays, in Germany - maybe because they have gotten a little older as well - they are now meeting up and sort of establishing Stammtisch.
WAMSLEY: Does a Stammtisch have to involve alcohol?
CHRISTOFFEL: If you consider beer alcohol, yes, I think so. I think so.
WAMSLEY: In another part of the bar, I meet 36-year-old Julia Naue. And, yes, she's at a Stammtisch but says she would never label a gathering of her friends that way. The connotation with old men is just too strong. But she says...
JULIA NAUE: The idea of it is a totally good thing. I mean, to meet a certain group of people on a regular basis that might not be your closest friends, but because you're somehow connected, that's a good thing.
WAMSLEY: In modern life, as fewer people go to church - which in Germany might be followed by drinking at the tavern - these gatherings take on more weight, says Hein.
HEIN: That's a place where you meet in person. It's hard to see a Stammtisch on Zoom.
WAMSLEY: And he says men, in particular, can find it hard to be vulnerable with one another. But here, it's comfortable.
HEIN: You open up on things, on your very personal things. And nowadays, I have to almost say more important than ever to have a kind of Stammtisch.
WAMSLEY: Though, he says a Stammtisch takes a bit of dedication.
HEIN: A kind of commitment to have fun.
WAMSLEY: And something to look forward to all through the winter.
Laurel Wamsley, NPR News, Washington.
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Mumbai : To carry out maintenance work of tracks, signalling and overhead equipment, a jumbo block of five hours will be taken on Up and Down slow lines between Borivali and Goregaon stations from 10 am to 3 pm today.
WR chief spokesperson Vineet Abhishek said that during the block period, all slow line trains will run on fast lines between Goregaon and Borivali. Due to block. some Up and Down suburban services will remain cancelled and some of the Andheri and Borivali locals will run up to Goregaon station. This could inconvenience commuters today.
During the block period no trains will be dealt from Platform No. 1, 2, 3 & 4 at Borivali station, Abhishek added.
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Microsoft has recently acknowledged a significant security flaw in Windows Defender, identified as CVE-2024-49071, which was disclosed in a security update on December 12. This vulnerability is considered critical and involves the potential unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data through networked access to a search index.
Understanding the Vulnerability
The issue, as outlined in Microsoft’s security update guide, revolves around how Windows Defender processes the indexing of sensitive documents. Although Windows Defender is designed to create a search index to expedite file retrievals, it failed to restrict access only to users with proper authorization. Consequently, this could have permitted unauthorized users to view private information.
Impact and Exploitability
According to the Debricked vulnerability database, there has been no evidence of active exploitation of this flaw, despite its low complexity. For an exploit to occur, the attacker would need some level of access to Windows Defender, suggesting that initial penetration into the system is a prerequisite for leveraging this vulnerability.
Microsoft’s Assurance and User Guidance
Interestingly, despite the critical rating of the vulnerability, Microsoft has advised that users do not need to take any immediate action. This guidance implies confidence in either the underlying security measures already in place to mitigate such threats or in the deployment of automatic updates that address the flaw without user intervention.
While the potential for data leakage was real, the absence of known exploitations and Microsoft’s proactive response highlight the effectiveness of contemporary cybersecurity measures. Users of Windows Defender should ensure their systems are regularly updated to automatically incorporate the latest security patches and protections.
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| 2024-12-16T05:05:28Z
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Russia evacuated its own, Belarusian and North Korean diplomats out of Syria on Sunday, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry.
The evacuation was carried out with a Russian military plane from the Khmeimim air base in Latakia province, the ministry said on Telegram.
The message states that some of the Russian embassy employees are being evacuated, but that work continues at the embassy in Damascus.
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| 2024-12-16T05:05:30Z
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
You know the saying history repeats itself and a revision to that saying that holds that history may not repeat itself, but it can rhyme. Hard not to notice that in the U.S., we can also say that history may not repeat itself, but sometimes you do get the same president twice. NPR senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith is looking for clues to the start of Donald Trump's second term, so she recalled what happened last time.
TAMARA KEITH, BYLINE: The first Trump administration came in aiming for shock and awe. And it delivered, starting with President Trump's inaugural address.
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DONALD TRUMP: This American carnage stops right here and stops right now.
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KEITH: It was a message about delivering on his campaign promises about crime, immigration and industrial decay. And he got to work right away, announcing executive actions just about every day. And then, at the end of his seventh day in office, Trump signed Executive Order 13769. It banned travelers from seven Muslim-majority countries.
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TRUMP: I'm establishing new vetting measures to keep radical Islamic terrorists out of the United States of America. We don't want them here.
KEITH: It was a Friday night and immediately affected unsuspecting travelers. Lee Gelernt is a lawyer with the American Civil Liberties Union.
LEE GELERNT: Then we started getting calls saying people are actually being stopped in the airports, and it's happening.
KEITH: Chaos erupted.
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MICHAEL SMERCONISH: Week 1 of Donald Trump's presidency has ended with a ban heard round the world.
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UNIDENTIFIED REPORTER: Protests across the country, namely at airports - this one at Dallas Fort Worth Airport. People...
KEITH: It all happened so fast. Homeland Security employees at the airports didn't know what they were supposed to do. By Saturday night, Gelernt and other attorneys were in court, trying to at least temporarily halt the ban.
GELERNT: At one point, someone came running up to me and handed me a piece of paper and said, my client is about to be sent back. in about a half hour. They're putting her on the plane. And so I said, Your Honor, I've just been given this note - I mean, it was sort of TV movie-ish - and we need an order immediately. And so it all played out very dramatically.
KEITH: They got that order. And later, the travel ban was thrown out by the courts. A scaled-back second version didn't take effect until five months later.
SEAN SPICER: There was a blur during those first few days. We were fast and furious.
KEITH: Sean Spicer was White House press secretary at the time. He says the desire to effect change fast meant there were some growing pains. He says he thinks this time it will be different - more professionalism, more coordination and four years of planning to get ready.
SPICER: They've seen the plays before. They know how they're going to react to certain moves.
KEITH: He says it's like a football team playing an opponent in the regular season and then meeting them again in the playoffs.
SPICER: Because so many of the people have a better understanding of the process, how to implement policies, the procedures, it's going to make for a much, much better and stronger kickoff.
KEITH: In an interview on Fox News last month, Stephen Miller used even more colorful language.
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STEPHEN MILLER: The first day, the first week, the first a hundred days will be a bolt of lightning.
KEITH: Miller is set to serve as Trump's deputy chief of staff for policy.
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MILLER: He's assembled a world-class policy team behind the scenes that's working every day to put together the Day 1 executive actions and executive orders that are going to implement every single one of his campaign promises.
KEITH: Actions on everything from the border and mass deportations to getting rid of diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Gelernt at the ACLU says they've been preparing for nearly a year to get ready for a second Trump term.
GELERNT: We saw that time and again where they had a policy but maybe hadn't thought through all the legal aspects of it. I think this time around, they will have thought through all of that, and it'll make our job much more difficult.
KEITH: And so while Trump is preparing to sign executive orders on Day 1, Gelernt says the ACLU is preparing to file lawsuits on Day 1 as well.
Tamara Keith, NPR News.
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MYSURU: An 11-year-old girl from Rajasthan, who suffered from total white cataracts from birth in both eyes, regained her vision.
This surgery was performed by Dr. K.V. Ravishankar and Dr. Uma Ravishankar from Usha Kiran Eye Hospital in the city. According to Dr. Ravishankar, this child's eye surgery was supported by Chitra Venkatramani and her family from the city.
The parents of Reshma Banu, a girl who experienced poor vision since birth, sought assistance from the hospital. Dr. Ravishankar explained that Banu was born with cataracts in both her eyes. Her parents originate from Rajasthan and currently reside in Hunsur town, doing roadside business.
The poor parents approached us. We performed cataract surgery along with foldable IOL implantation, primary posterior capsulotomy, and anterior vitrectomy LE under general anaesthesia for the left eye. Similar surgical procedures for the right eye will be done at the earliest, he explained.
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| 2024-12-16T05:05:34Z
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Elon Musk’s AI venture, xAI, has recently made an exciting announcement about its Grok-2 chatbot. This advanced tool, developed by Musk’s company, is now accessible at no cost for users of the platform X (formerly Twitter). The initiative aims to democratize access to cutting-edge AI technology.
Enhanced Features for Premium Users
While the Grok-2 chatbot is free for all users, those subscribed to the Premium and Premium+ tiers on X will enjoy additional benefits. These perks include higher usage limits and priority access to new features as they become available. xAI emphasizes its commitment to enhancing user experience with continuous updates and exclusive access for premium subscribers.
Continuous Development and Testing
Behind the scenes, xAI has been rigorously testing the new version of the Grok-2 model. Over the past several weeks, these tests have focused on refining the capabilities of the AI to ensure reliability and efficiency when deployed on a large scale.
Premium Advantages
Although the Grok-2 chatbot is available to all users at no cost, xAI ensures that Premium and Premium+ subscribers receive additional value. These users benefit from increased usage caps, which allow for more extensive interaction with the chatbot. Furthermore, premium users will always be at the forefront, receiving first access to any forthcoming enhancements and new features developed by xAI. This tiered approach ensures that dedicated users receive recognition and additional benefits for their loyalty and support.
Ongoing Development Efforts
xAI has not only launched the Grok-2 chatbot but is also continuously working on improving it. In recent weeks, the focus has been on testing and refining the new version of this model. These efforts are part of xAI’s commitment to provide a seamless and effective user experience. By conducting extensive testing before wide-scale implementation, xAI aims to ensure that the Grok-2 chatbot is both robust and user-friendly, ready to handle the diverse needs of X’s global user base.
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https://www.pc-tablet.co.in/musks-xai-offers-free-access-to-grok-2-ai-chatbot/52232/
| 2024-12-16T05:05:35Z
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Han Dong-hoon resigns as leader of South Korea’s ruling People’s Power Party (PPP).
He has supported the impeachment of President and party colleague Yoon Suk-yeol and called for his resignation. Yoon is facing impeachment after declaring martial law and introducing a series of very strict measures, including censorship of the press and a ban on political activity.
The state of emergency only lasted a few hours before it was lifted. In the aftermath, many have called for Yoon to resign, and in addition to the impeachment trial, Yoon is also being investigated.
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https://famagusta-gazette.com/south-koreas-ruling-party-leader-resigns/
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OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — It was a big day for the state of volleyball. Both the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Creighton Bluejays played in the NCAA volleyball quarterfinals. We talked to fans showing their support.
"So are nerves high. Are you guys just feeling good?"
"A little bit," said Bruce Paitz, a husker fan.
"A little bit?"
It was an exciting yet nerve-racking day for volleyball fans across Nebraska as they sat down to watch their teams give it their all in the quarterfinals.
"They're just good athletes. I mean, it's just fun to see the success at Nebraska. You know, it's a, we always said we're a football school. Well, we're a, we're a volleyball school so it's fun to see them succeed and they're, they're good," said Paitz.
"And we're a volleyball state too. I mean, we see Creighton is also in the quarterfinals. What do you guys think about that? I mean, I know we're Husker fans here, but how about that representation for our state?"
"We'll root for Creighton when they're not playing Nebraska," said Paitz.
"I mean, this is the first time, like we were kind of talking about, that Creighton has made it to the quarterfinals since 2016. So what does that mean as a fan? I mean, this is a big deal."
"It, it really is. It's really great to see women's sports starting to evolve and just as a bluejay fan, you know, seeing the women go further like the men have been," said Trina Frisbie, a bluejay fan.
While the scores have been settled, I had to ask these fans what they were predicting for the huskers and bluejays.
"I think Creighton could take out Penn State for sure. I think so," said Darin Leriger, a husker fan.
"I mean, they already took out Texas Horns down so happy about that," said Ammone Phimvongsa, a husker fan.
"And I could see us. It's our year to dominate Wisconsin. I think so," said Leriger.
"That is a huge deal."
"We have some unfinished business. So yeah, we're gonna take out the badgers today," said Phimvongsa.
What a way to represent our state. Kelsey will have more in sports on these big matches.
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DETROIT, MI (WKBW) — Josh Allen was the betting favorite to win the NFL Most Valuable Player award before Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. But with his 431 yard and four touchdown performance against the Lions he may have locked up the award with three games left to go. Allen's big day helped lead the Bills to a 48-42 win against the Lions and improves the Bills record to 11-3 on the season.
"We felt like one of the ways to beat these guys is you have to score points," Allen said after the win against Detroit. "That was our mindset. If we had to score 21 to win we would've tried to score 21 but we go out there each and every drive and reiterating what I said earlier just win the play."
"Winning in the NFL against any team is not easy, so we don't take those for granted," Bills head coach Sean McDermott said. "I think when you're talking about today's game and some of those other games you're talking about rare air with the best teams that are around right now. That's how we're going to have to play every week going forward."
Allen and the Bills offense have been playing at a ridiculous pace the last few months. Buffalo has scored 30 or more points in their last eight games.
The Buffalo Bills have scored 30 or more points in their last eight games. The last time they didn't score 30 points was against the Jets on October 14th (23-20 win).
— Matthew Bové (@Matt_Bove) December 16, 2024
But the last month has been especially impressive for Allen. Against four playoff teams from last season the Bills quarterback has thrown for 1,114 yards, rushed for 225 yards, and scored 16 touchdowns. During those four games Allen has thrown one interception.
"Man, Josh is the best player in the league," cornerback Taron Johnson said after the game. "Having that, I mean, it's special because I truly feel like he's unstoppable and having a quarterback like that is extremely helpful for our team."
"The dude is incredible, it's hard to describe what he does on a consistent basis every single Sunday," tight end Dawson Knox said. "It is so much fun to play with that dude. It is really a privilege and I hope I get to play with him as long as I can."
Allen is making history and has the Bills in a fantastic position with three games left to play. This season is all about winning a Super Bowl, and with Allen playing the way he has been, that seems like a very real possibility.
The Buffalo Bills have scored 30 or more points in their last eight games. The last time they didn't score 30 points was against the Jets on October 14th (23-20 win).
— Matthew Bové (@Matt_Bove) December 16, 2024
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MADIKERI: Puthari festival was celebrated with fervour across Kodagu district in the full moonlight on Saturday night. The main festival of paddy harvesting, which marks the arrival of Goddess Lakshmi at home, was celebrated with great enthusiasm in the district.
After the rituals, firecrackers were burst to celebrate the festival at temples and at Ain Manes (Kodava ancestral houses). At first, Puthari was celebrated at Sri Padi Igguthappa Temple in Kakkabe. Later, traditional pujas were performed in the paddy field before the first harvesting of the year.
After harvesting paddy, Kodava women arrived at the temple carrying a bundle of paddy grains accompanied by Kodava men. Later, the priests distributed the paddy grains to the devotees, which the devotees carried to their respective homes with the chanting of ‘Poli Poli Deva’.
The harvesting festival was celebrated in Shri Omkareshwara Temple at Madikeri. The Puthari festival was celebrated with great pomp by the villagers at the historically famous Badagarakeri Mrityunjaya Temple. About two km from the temple, a group of people from the temple went to the field of the Mallengada family.
The day-long Puthari was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Poolemadu Sri Eshwara Temple in Begur Village of Ponnampet Taluk. Puthari was also celebrated in Mahadeva Temple in Kiruguru and Basaveshwara Temple in Ponnampet.
At Kottageri village near Balele in Ponnampet taluk, members of the Vokkaliga community celebrated the festival in the fields of Somaiah. Puthari Namme (festival) was celebrated by Codava National Organization (CNC) during the morning hours on Saturday.
The rituals were performed at the paddy field of Kandera Suresh at Bilur village near Balele of South Kodagu on the morning hours of Full Moon Day.
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SCOTT DETROW, HOST:
Let's say you've lost something important, like your passport two days before you have to travel. You have retraced your steps. You've checked all the usual places. You still cannot find it. What do you do? Life Kit's Malaka Gharib has some tips on how to level up your search game.
MALAKA GHARIB, BYLINE: Finding missing items isn't a matter of looking harder. There's an art and a science to it or, if you're my grandma, a prayer to St. Anthony, the patron saint of lost objects. It can be stressful to lose something important. You're frazzled, you're frantically turning your house upside down to find it, and you forget where you've looked. But there are ways to make your search faster and more efficient. One way is to think about the features of the object that would really make it stand out in its environment. Arryn Robbins is a cognitive psychologist at the University of Richmond, and she specializes in visual search.
ARRYN ROBBINS: Its visual features - like color, shape, texture, size - memory for where the object is most likely going to be. And that information in memory is used to direct your attention.
GHARIB: Robbins used this tactic recently when she lost the back of a rose gold earring on a carpet in a similar color.
ROBBINS: So I had to think about, OK, what would set my earring apart from this carpet that would allow me to find it? Well, my earring is shiny. It would reflect light. And so as soon as I thought about that, like, almost instantly, I saw it.
GHARIB: This might seem like an obvious tip, but when you're stressed, it's one you can easily forget. Let's say you have no idea where you parked in the parking lot. Instead of looking at every car that's the same color as yours, just focus on one distinguishing feature, your bumper sticker.
The next technique you might want to try is a little kooky. Reenact how you lost the object in the first place. The behavior of how it falls, lands or moves as you act out the scene may provide clues as to where it might be. Demian Garcia is a metal detectorist based in Northern California. People contact him to help them find jewelry they've lost. Garcia uses this tactic when clients lose a ring because they've throw it out a window or across a room, usually during an argument.
DEMIAN GARCIA: An example of that was - is that a couple were pulled over on the side of the road, and she tossed the ring out in the passenger seat, and she kept going, it's right there. I threw it straight out the window right there.
GHARIB: Garcia wondered, was it right there? He wanted to test the theory. So we took a cheap ring, tied a long red ribbon onto it and asked the woman to throw the ring out the window again, like she did with her wedding ring.
GARCIA: Well, she threw it three times in a row, and it never went straight out the window, like you would think.
GHARIB: He said it actually went flying back behind the car. Using the strategy, he was able to find the woman's ring. Yay, Demian. The last technique is heavy duty. Divide your space up into sections, then search each section thoroughly. Robbins says grid search, as it's called, is one form of systematic search. It's sometimes used in search and rescue as a last resort to find missing people. But it can also be a useful tool if you're looking for something in a messy room, where your missing object's distinctive features may be hard to spot.
ROBBINS: And so in this case, you might imagine that your search environment, whether it's a room or an office space, is like a grid, and you want to cover each square in the grid, maybe top to bottom, left to right.
GHARIB: Robbins says the general idea is to come up with a strategy to be thorough without having to remember every location you've already looked at. You don't necessarily have to measure out a grid. Just imagine breaking down the search environment into smaller units - sections of a room, pieces of furniture - then search those units in an order that makes sense to you.
ROBBINS: It's going to be slow, less efficient, but it's going to ensure that you find the thing that you're looking for.
GHARIB: Happy searching. For NPR's Life Kit, I'm Malaka Gharib.
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5 important takeaways from Texans Week 15 win over Dolphins
By Randy Gurzi
The Houston Texans improved to 9-5 with a win over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
This was their first game after the bye and the victory means they can wrap up the division with one more win — or one more loss for the Indianapolis Colts.
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With the playoffs nearly guaranteed, let's take a minute to look at five important takeaways from this win. There are some positives for sure, but the Texans have to address a few weaknesses if they want to make a run in the postseason.
Nico Collins is entering elite status
Houston rolled the dice on Nico Collins this offseason, signing him to a massive extension after his first 1,000-yard campaign. He repaid them by becoming one of the most dominant wideouts in the game.
Collins was leading the league in yardage before being injured in Week 5. Since returning, he's picked up where he left off, including a 119-yard outing in Week 13. This weekend, he didn't rack up a ton of yardage but he had multiple touchdowns.
Collins hauled in a six-yarder in the second quarter to give the Texans a 10-3 lead. That lead was extended to 20-6 when he caught his second, also from six yards out.
He only had 17 yards on the day but he made them count.
Second-half woes aren't solved
Houston had this game in control when they went up 20-6 with just over 11 minutes to play. Despite this, it came down to the wire as Miami made it 20-12 and had the ball with a chance to tie late in the game. The Texans held on this time, but they have to figure out how to keep their foot on the gas in the second half.
Texans injuries continue to pile up
Cade Stover wasn't active in Week 15 after needing an emergency appendectomy. With him already out, they suffered another injury at the position when Dalton Schultz landed hard on his shoulder and had to leave the game. Joe Mixon was also banged up and had to leave, but was able to get back into the game.
Injuries have been a problem all season and sadly, it doesn't appear to be slowing down for the Texans.
The offensive line is still a problem
C.J. Stroud was sacked seven times in this one, including late in the fourth quarter on third down. While trying to milk the clock — and an eight-point lead — Stroud and the offense had to give it back to Miami when he was hit for a seven-yard loss. There was also no room to run with Joe Mixon gaining just 23 yards on 12 rushing attempts.
The line has been dealing with a lot of injuries but even when they're fully healthy, they're an issue. Something has to get figured out or there could be an issue in the playoffs.
Derek Stingley, Jr. is on another level
Derek Stingley, Jr. has been playing out of his mind all season and that was the case again in Week 15. He recorded two interceptions in the second half, including one to secure the win.
With a 20-12 lead, the Texans had to punt but Miami couldn't come back thanks to Stingley. He took the ball away from Tyreek Hill, allowing the offense to kneel down and run the clock out.
Houston is now 9-5 and can win the division if the Indianapolis Colts lose to the Denver Broncos.
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Clint Johnston-Porter claims winning treble with trainer Michael Grantham at Albany Racing Club midweek meet
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Solar PV developer Lightsource bp has commenced construction on a 450MW solar PV plant in New South Wales, Australia, and a 214MW solar-plus-storage project in Queensland.
Following the developer’s success in the recent first tender of the Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS), which saw solar PV awarded 2.8GW, Lightsource bp has progressed the development of its Goulburn River solar PV plant and the 640MWh Woolooga battery energy storage system (BESS).
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The Goulburn River project recently received development consent from the Australian government. It will cover a 793-hectare site around 28km southwest of Merriwa, 273km northwest of Sydney and cost around AU$880 million (US$596 million) to construct fully.
The project plans detail that it will comprise approximately one million bifacial solar PV modules in an east-west single-axis tracking arrangement, with an approximate height of three metres. It will have an operational lifespan of around 40 years.
In late 2023, Lightsource bp was awarded a Long-Term Energy Service Agreement (LTESA) following a competitive tender process with the New South Wales government. This agreement involves providing long-duration energy storage (LDES) services.
As part of the project, a 49MW/392MWh 8-hour duration BESS will be installed at a later stage to enable hybridisation. The project is anticipated to be operational by the end of 2026.
The Woolooga BESS, on the other hand, is located near Gympie, Queensland, and is co-located with the 214MW Woolooga solar PV power plant. It will consist of 128 battery units capable of storing up to 640MWh of energy, with an export capacity of 222MW.
The system will provide flexible power and grid stabilisation services to the National Electricity Market (NEM) to support the greater uptake of renewable energy generation in the electricity mix whilst also enhancing energy reliability. Much like the Goulburn project, the Woolooga BESS is expected to be operational by mid-2026.
Commenting on the commencement of construction of the two projects, Lightsource bp’s chief operating officer for APAC, Adam Pegg, referenced the opportunity for Australia to transition away from fossil fuels whilst also benefitting from a potential booming electricity export market.
“Australia is perfectly positioned to deliver on its energy transition, with abundant renewable resources that not only meet domestic needs but also offer significant potential for energy exports,” Pegg said.
“By embracing firmed renewables, we can build a modern energy grid that is cleaner, more resilient, and capable of powering the nation’s growth, driving both economic progress and sustainable development in a rapidly changing world.”
It is worth noting that oil and gas major bp recently secured the remaining 50.03% interest in the developer in October while also announcing a hunt for a strategic partner.
The oil and gas major first revealed plans to acquire full ownership of Lightsource bp in November 2023, stating that the two parties believed it was the “right time” in a bid to further scale-up the solar developer.
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Nothing has extended its rollout of the Android 15-based Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1, initially released for the CMF Phone 1, to include two additional models: the Nothing Phone (1) and the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. This update introduces several enhancements across functionality and user interface, aiming to refine the overall user experience.
Enhanced Connectivity and Personalization
The Open Beta 1 update introduces Shared Widgets, a novel feature allowing users to display and interact with widgets from friends and family directly on their home screen. This addition fosters a new layer of connectivity and interaction. Furthermore, the update includes a revamped lock screen customization page accessible by a long press on the lock screen or through the customization settings. Users can now enjoy upgraded clock faces and expanded widget placement options for a more personalized look.
Intelligent Organization with Smart Drawer
The Smart Drawer feature has been significantly enhanced with AI technology to automatically sort applications into folders, streamlining app management and accessibility. This update also allows users to pin their most-used apps to the top of the drawer, eliminating the need for scrolling.
Refined Quick Settings and System Enhancements
Modifications to the Quick Settings include a redesigned layout and an optimized editing process, along with an updated widget library design. System improvements extend to the settings visuals, improving the layout for Network & Internet and Bluetooth settings.
Camera and Multitasking Upgrades
Camera functionality has seen substantial improvements; the update reduces HDR processing times and enhances the camera launch speed. It also introduces a smoother interface for countdown photos and a better zoom slider display. For multitasking, the update adds a movable pop-up view, which can be resized and pinned for easier access, enhancing productivity without leaving the current app.
Additional System Enhancements
The update brings AI-enhanced app prioritization, an auto-archive function for better storage management, and partial screen sharing options for more secure screen recordings. Furthermore, it includes an updated setup wizard, predictive back animations for supported apps, and new fingerprint and charging animations featuring the brand’s signature dot matrix style.
Caution on Rollbacks
While rollback packages to Nothing OS 2.6 are available, Nothing advises against reverting to stable builds due to potential bugs and unforeseen issues that may arise during the beta phase.
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SCOTT DETROW, HOST:
For weeks now, residents in New Jersey and across the Northeast have looked up to the night sky and seen drones, dozens of car-sized drones flying above critical infrastructure like reservoirs and military bases.
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UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: ...One low looks pretty close, right?
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #2: So I - this one's going to fly over us right now.
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: You think so?
DETROW: That is footage captured by one New Jersey resident, U.S. Senator Andy Kim, who spent his Thursday night drone hunting with local police in a rural part of the state and posting about it on social media. Naturally, these mysterious drones have raised some questions. Where are they coming from? Who's flying them? Why? Federal officials say they don't have answers to those questions but say they see no evidence so far of a national security threat. Here's Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas speaking on ABC earlier today.
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ALEJANDRO MAYORKAS: There's no question that people are seeing drones, and I want to assure the American public that we in the federal government have deployed additional resources, personnel, technology to assist the New Jersey state police in addressing the drone sightings.
DETROW: So in the era of see-something-say-something, the Feds seem to be assuring the public that there is nothing to see here. Local firefighters do say do not approach any drones that have crashed into the ground.
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Seven foreign tourists have been hospitalized in Fiji with what is believed to be alcohol poisoning. All seven are in critical condition.
Local authorities say the tourists are four Australians, one American and two people of unknown nationality, aged between 18 and 56.
Before falling ill, they had been drinking at the luxury Warwick Fiji hotel, located about 60 kilometers from the capital Suva. Shortly afterwards, they became ill with vomiting and neurological symptoms.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident, which comes just weeks after six tourists died of methanol poisoning in Laos after being served free alcohol at a hotel.
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https://famagusta-gazette.com/tourists-critically-ill-after-possible-poisoning-in-fiji/
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GHAZIABAD: Four boys aged below 14 years were rescued from child labour at a roadside eatery and hotel near Hapur road, Dasna bus stand. The rescue was carried out on Friday by a team of anti-human trafficking unit (AHTU), labour department, and a Delhi-based NGO.
After being rescued, the boys were produced before the Child Welfare Commission and given accommodation at the govt-run children's shelter home in Govindpuram.
"While two children were found working at a dhaba, two others were found working at a mechanic shop. All four are residents of Dasna. Their families live there as well. However, they were given temporary accommodation at the shelter home until their age is officially determined and their parents' statements are recorded," said GP Bhadradas Nair, CWC chairperson.
Deputy commissioner of labour department Anurag Mishra said that the rescue was part of an anti-child labour drive carried out by the department every month.
According to members of the rescue team, the children were being made to work 12 hours every day and were paid Rs 200-250 per day. "The children seem to be between the ages of 10 and 13 years old. They lived on the eateries' and the mechanic shops' premises. These children are trafficked from different states and forced to work in exploitative conditions, which severely affects their physical and mental development," said Shekhar Mahajan, director of Sahyog Care for You, an NGO which was part of the rescue team.
"We are seeking compensation for the rescued children from the labour department and have urged authorities to seal the establishments involved," he said.
According to labour department data, 171 adolescents and 53 children below the age of 14 years were rescued from child labour in shops, factories, and eateries across the district this year.
"Following the rescues, 146 employers were prosecuted by the department at the local magistrate court and penalties were imposed on them as per the rules of the Child Labour Act," said Mishra.
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SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
Lily Tuck saw a photo of a girl about a decade ago - 14 years old, face bruised, eyes stony, and shown in striped concentration camp garb, wearing the number with which the Nazis replaced her name. Her name is Czeslawa Kwoka. And in a new novel, Lily Tuck imagines her life and those of other Polish citizens killed at the Auschwitz concentration camp - some Catholic, like Czeslawa, and many, many Jews. Her novel, "The Rest Is Memory." And Lily Tuck, the National Book Award-winning novelist, joins us now from NPR in New York. Thanks so much for being with us.
LILY TUCK: Thank you.
SIMON: How did you see this photo?
TUCK: I always read the obituaries in The New York Times - not because I'm morbid, but because I think they're, like, little history lessons. And as you mentioned, about 10 years ago, I read the obituary of someone called Wilhelm Brasse. Wilhelm Brasse was the official photographer for Auschwitz.
SIMON: He was a prisoner, too, we should explain.
TUCK: Yes, he was a prisoner, and he was Polish and half Austrian. And he ended up taking 40,000 pictures of the prisoners who came into the camp. Obviously, he survived. But included in his obituary, which I read, was these three pictures of Czeslawa Kwoka. And I was so struck by this innocent, very beautiful little face and the lost life, that I cut out the pictures and I put them in a box where I keep things that might be of interest later. When I finished my last novel, I looked through my things and found the photograph and decided that I would try and write about her.
SIMON: And what could you find out, what could be known, versus what you had to imagine for a novel?
TUCK: I found out very little about her. I had a book that was published by the Holocaust Library in Auschwitz that lists all the names of the people who ended up in Auschwitz from her area in Poland. So I knew the date of her birth and her death and her mother as well. But I knew very little about her except where she came from. Mostly what I learned was how many Poles died during World War II. And a lot of people mostly know that the Jews were exterminated and died in Poland, but they don't realize how many Poles died as well during the war.
SIMON: I'm going to ask you to read a section, and we'll caution people - it will be difficult to hear. It's when Czeslawa and her mother arrive at Auschwitz.
TUCK: Right. (Reading) On arrival at Auschwitz, Czeslawa and her mother are taken to the bathhouse, where they're made to take off their clothes and strip naked. A guard rips out the opal earrings from Katarzyna's ears, then shaves off all her body hair. It is the first time Czeslawa sees her mother naked, and she looks away. Her mother is ugly and unrecognizable. After a hot steam bath that scalds her flesh and a cold shower that freezes it, she's given a striped blue and gray pants and shirt to match that are too large for her and a pair of wooden clogs. Czeslawa is then tattooed on her left forearm. "Forget your name," the guard tells her. "You're a number now - two, six, nine, four, seven." It is also the first moment that 14-year-old Czeslawa realizes that all she knows may be useless.
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SIMON: That line - that last line has been running around in my mind ever since I read the book - all she knows may be useless. That's because none of what she knows can help her survive.
TUCK: Right.
SIMON: Well, how do you narrate her story through her eyes?
TUCK: The way I would narrate whatever I'm trying to write. I mean, I - it's just paying attention to language, really, to each word, and I try to make each word significant and true to what I'm trying to say.
SIMON: Snow keeps entering the story. What does Czeslawa see in snow? She tries to gobble it, right?
TUCK: Yeah, right. Right. It starts out that every time it snows, she tilts her head back and takes the snow in her mouth - I mean, drinks the snow, and she thinks it's a drink from Heaven. When she arrives at Auschwitz, it's snowing, and she does that, and the guard sees her, and he hits her. I don't want to give away the end, but at the end, again, it snows in Auschwitz. I made this up. I don't know whether it snowed on March 13, 1943, when she died.
SIMON: There are a lot of names in this novel. You seem to feel it's important to know that although this is a novel centered on Czeslawa's story, there were many, many, many people who were executed at Auschwitz.
TUCK: Yeah, I wanted to sort of honor all those people who are completely forgotten by writing their names. And there's a list of, say, all the writers who perished in Poland during the war, and that's incredibly moving. I've never heard of most of them. I've heard of Bruno Schulz, of course. But it was a way of - as, again, sort of honoring and respecting all these people who died by saying their names.
SIMON: Lily Tuck's new novel, "The Rest Is Memory." Thank you so much for being with us.
TUCK: Thank you for inviting me. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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Houston Texans are the AFC South Champions for the second year in a row
By Randy Gurzi
Not every week has gone according to plan but in the end, the Houston Texans have secured their second AFC South title in as many years. This time, they did so with three games left to play.
Houston, who had their bye in Week 14, entered Week 15 with a shot at locking up the South. They first needed to defeat the Miami Dolphins at home, then hope for the Denver Broncos to knock off the Indianapolis Colts.
The Texans handled their business, winning 20-12. It was a close contest but a late interception from Derek Stingley, Jr. secured the victory. They then were able to watch the Broncos had Indianapolis a 31-13 defeat. That means the best they can do is go 9-8, and with Houston sweeping the division series, there's no way for them to dethrone the defending champs.
Houston still has a chance to move up the ranks with a record of 9-5. The Pittsburgh Steelers are just one game ahead of them as the No. 3 seed following a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Even the Buffalo Bills don't have their spot secured as the No. 2 seed is 11-3 but lost to the Texans earlier this season.
The Kansas City Chiefs, however, seem to have the No. 1 spot locked up at 13-1. They play Houston next week but would need to fall apart to lose their lead.
When all is said and done, only the No. 1 seed gets a bye in the playoffs. The top four seeds go to the division winners, who are all guaranteed one home game.
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Darkan bushfire: Volunteer and farmer units working to contain 800ha bushfire in shire of West Arthur
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Indonesian energy policy think tank, the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), has penned a new report stating that the country stands to gain from the influx of new solar manufacturing capabilities yet it is still underutilising its generation potential.
According to the report ‘Indonesia Energy Transition Outlook 2025’, foreign investment in the country’s manufacturing capabilities will enable Indonesia to add 200,000 tonnes of polysilicon, 11GW of wafers, 17GW of cells, and 19GW of modules annually.
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This increase in investment is fuelled by strategic initiatives, such as the Indonesia-Singapore Green Corridor project, which focuses on expanding domestic manufacturing capacity. Furthermore, access to export markets is a significant incentive, especially in light of the trade tensions between China and Western countries, heightened by Donald Trump’s recent victory in the US election.
Several well-known solar PV manufacturers have entered the Indonesian market owing to the substantial financial growth the country is expected to experience by 2050. Indeed, according to global accounting giant PwC, Indonesia will become the world’s fourth-largest economy by 2050.
US-based solar manufacturer Thornova Solar recently started producing solar modules for the US market at a plant in Indonesia. The new module production line has a 2.5GW nameplate capacity and can produce both PERC and n-type technologies.
In late September 2024, solar manufacturer SEG Solar started construction on a vertically integrated 5GW ingot-to-module TOPCon solar PV plant in the central Java province. Construction started less than six months after the company unveiled its plan to build the plant in May 2024.
SEG Solar expects to complete the first phase of the site by Q2 2025. No additional timeline has been disclosed for subsequent phases.
Alongside SEG Solar, Singapore-headquartered PV manufacturer Gstar recently started construction on a 3GW silicon wafer plant located in Jakarta. The plant is expected to start production by the end of 2024.
Indonesia underutilising its solar PV generation potential
Despite the potential of its manufacturing capabilities, Indonesia is still behind in deploying the renewable energy generation technology.
The IESR’s report indicates that the country is currently underutilising its solar energy potential. With an average solar irradiance exceeding 4.8kWh per square meter per day and abundant sunshine throughout the year, Indonesia has the capability to generate between 7.7 to 20TW of solar power.
The report states that realising this potential will require Indonesia to pursue targeted policies, robust investment, innovation and international collaboration.
When the country reached the 700MW milestone, the IESR deemed the country’s rollout of solar PV “inadequate” to comply with the global climate target.
A previous report released by the think tank showed that Indonesia’s installed solar PV capacity reached 717.71MW in August 2024. Interestingly, the 145MW Cirata floating solar PV project, installed in November 2023, almost tripled on-grid solar PV capacity that year.
It is worth noting that Indonesia has around 17GW of solar PV projects in its development pipeline. Indonesian state utility PLN will also develop around 3.2GW of solar PV by 2030.
As reported by PV Tech earlier this month, PV will form the cornerstone of Indonesia’s renewable power sector as the government looks to phase coal-fired electricity out of the energy mix by 2040, according to Ember Climate. This came after the government installed a target to reach 75GW of renewable energy generation by 2040.
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Some things are easier to learn when you're a kid, like an instrument or a sport. NPR's Avery Keatley visited a gymnastics class outside of Washington, D.C., to find out why it's important to keep learning new things, no matter your age.
AVERY KEATLEY, BYLINE: On a dark, rainy Tuesday night, the Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center in Arlington, Virginia, is brightly lit and absolutely buzzing. The gymnastics floor is mobbed with kids wearing bright leotards, taking turns on the vault, uneven bars, balance beam and floor. It is loud as the kids tumble across the floor and parents wait in the bleachers overlooking the gymnasium. But as the kids' classes begin winding down, a different group files in.
GAELEN WOOD: (Inaudible) forward rolls, so arms up.
ERIN WEISENBERGER: This is the worst one because it really hurts your head. When I was a kid, this didn't hurt, but it really gives me a headache doing it. I don't know why.
KEATLEY: That's 32-year-old Erin Weisenberger. She's warming up doing somersaults across the gymnastics floor along with the rest of her class. It's a group of nearly all women ranging in age from their late 20s to their early 40s, and they're all here trying something a little different.
WOOD: So we're going to learn something new today.
KEATLEY: They're part of an adult beginner gymnastics class. It's a bit of a rarity in the gymnastics world, where most classes are geared towards kids and teens.
WOOD: And if you're lefty, you're going to jump, land on your right foot, extend your left foot into your lunge.
KEATLEY: That's Coach Gaelen Wood. Tonight, they're learning how to power hurdle. It's a move that helps generate momentum for tumbling, and the footwork is a little complicated.
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: So think about jumping off of two feet and just land on your right foot.
WEISENBERGER: Just land on my right foot. Just land on my right foot.
(LAUGHTER)
KEATLEY: While Erin tries to master the power hurdle, classmate Shateela Winters has a simpler goal in mind.
SHATEELA WINTERS: So my goal is to not injure myself. I have a bad back amongst other things. But if I could pick the dream thing that I had learned to do, if I could just do one back handspring, I'd be incredibly happy.
WOOD: Awesome.
KEATLEY: After warming up on the floor, the class files over to a trampoline that stretches almost halfway across the gym.
WOOD: All right, we're going to straddle jumps. So remember, either straddle jumps can go out to the side or straddle jumps can come up in front of you, OK?
KEATLEY: Gymnastics program supervisor Alex Asante-Dean says that for adult beginners, breaking out of their normal patterns of movement, like jumping really high in the air on a trampoline, can be uncomfortable.
ALEX ASANTE-DEAN: When we start, some of the things are really jarring 'cause you're moving your body in ways that hasn't been done before.
KEATLEY: And it's not just physical movements.
ASANTE-DEAN: When we get older and we have, you know, routines that we're used to, gets hard to break those habits.
KEATLEY: That's an observation backed up by research.
RACHEL WU: Adults might have a more fixed mindset in terms of thinking, if I'm not good at something now, I'm never going to be good at it.
KEATLEY: Rachel Wu is an associate professor of psychology at University of California, Riverside. She studies the way children learn and how those patterns might help adults learn too. She says that in some ways, learning is easier as an adult. Adults generally grasp concepts more quickly. They're less distracted, and they have better motor control than kids. But learning as an adult requires time, money and quality teachers, which can all be harder to find. She also says adults are often convinced they simply lack a talent for something.
WU: I've never been good at languages, or I've never been good at art, or I don't have a musical ear or something like that - that kind of, like, very fixed mindset. So you're either born with some talent or you're not.
KEATLEY: But continuing to learn as an adult has serious brain benefits.
WU: You will increase a lot of different types of cognitive abilities - your attention, memory. You have existing neurons that can be strengthened and existing pathways between neurons that can be strengthened as well.
KEATLEY: She says physical activities can be especially helpful in growing new neurons, which help the brain remain healthy and flexible later in life. Community can also play a big role in supporting adult learning.
WU: Learning new stuff is really hard, and if you're doing it with other people, it may be less depressing (laughter) in some ways because those people can help hold you accountable. You can see through how other people are struggling that you're not the only one struggling.
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: There you go. Yes. Pull, pull, pull, pull, pull. Good.
KEATLEY: Back in the gym, the class is practicing on the uneven bars.
WEISENBERGER: The Olympians make it look so smooth and so easy and just like a walk in the park. But it is not (laughter).
KEATLEY: Erin Weisenberger says that even though class is challenging, she gets a lot out of it.
WEISENBERGER: Just proud of myself for trying something that I thought I would be really bad at.
KEATLEY: Coach Gaelen Wood says that for him, seeing adult students achieve something new is one of the best parts of the class.
WOOD: I love when people are nervous of something, and they finally take that step forward, and they're like, I can do this.
KEATLEY: As class winds down, one of those moments unfolds as Erin successfully pulls herself all the way over the uneven bar for the first time.
WEISENBERGER: I did it.
(LAUGHTER)
UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: There you go. Yay.
KEATLEY: Avery Keatley, NPR News.
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Samsung Galaxy smartphones with One UI 7 have undergone significant changes, notably the switch from traditional app drawer pages to a vertical scrolling grid. This new setup, designed to enhance user experience by simplifying app searches, may not resonate with everyone. Some users might still prefer the classic page-by-page navigation. Luckily, reverting to the old app drawer layout is feasible through a few simple steps.
Restoring Traditional App Drawer Layout in One UI 7
If the new vertical app drawer layout on your Samsung Galaxy phone doesn’t suit your taste, there is a way to go back to the familiar pagination style. Although One UI 7 beta does not offer a direct setting to switch back, Samsung provides an alternative method to achieve this.
Steps to Retrieve the Paginated App Drawer
To return to the old paginated style, start by swiping up from the home screen of your Galaxy device to access the app drawer. Once there, locate the small three-dot menu button at the bottom. Tap this button and select “Sort,” then choose the ‘Custom order’ option. This adjustment will shift the layout back to displaying apps on separate pages, as opposed to a continuous vertical scroll.
With One UI 7, Samsung Galaxy users are afforded a level of customization that caters to diverse preferences, whether one favors a modern vertical scroll or the traditional paginated app drawer. By following the outlined steps, users can easily switch between these styles, ensuring their smartphone interface aligns with their usage habits and preferences. This flexibility highlights Samsung’s commitment to enhancing user experience while accommodating the varied tastes of its global customer base.
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Bundesliga club Stuttgart, who are playing in this season’s Champions League, are interested in a player who has been linked with Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur.
Spurs and Newcastle have witnessed inconsistent performances so far this season and both clubs are keen to strengthen if the opportunity arises.
Ange Postecoglou was backed in the summer, while Eddie Howe could not bring his desired targets as the Magpies looked to stay on the right side of PSR rules.
Both clubs are now thinking about the future as they are plotting for the next summer’s transfer window already.
They want to bring an attacker and Nurnberg’s 18-year-old Stefanos Tzimas, who is on loan from Greek club PAOK Salonika, has been linked with both clubs.
Now, according to German magazine Kicker, Bundesliga club Stuttgart also looking at the teenage sensation as they want a new striker for next season.
It was suggested last month that the second-division German club are looking to bank a profit on Tzimas as they want to trigger the €18m purchase option in his contract and sell him for a significant profit next summer.
Tzimas, 18, has already scored seven goals and provided two assists for Nurnberg already in the campaign.
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NBATICKETS.US Offers Wide Selection of NBA Tickets for Current and Upcoming Games in 2024/2025
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Seven guests hospitalized after drinking cocktails in a luxury Fiji hotel -- including four Australians and an American -- are in a stable condition, the Pacific island government said Monday.
The seven were taken to hospital on Saturday night suffering from "nausea, vomiting and neurological symptoms", according to Fiji's health ministry.
They fell ill after drinking a cocktail prepared at a bar in the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast, about 70 kilometers west of the capital Suva, it said.
"We are reassured that their condition this morning was stable, and we do hope their condition continues to improve," said a joint statement by Fiji's health and tourism ministries.
Close to a million tourists visit Fiji each year, it said, stressing that tourism in the country is "typically very safe".
"This is the only reported case of its kind that we've experienced in recent memory, and certainly nothing like this has been experienced this year."
Officials said the patients had been transferred from a hospital near the hotel to the larger Lautoka Hospital on the island's west coast.
An official at Lautoka Hospital declined to comment.
Some information provided by Fiji officials has been contradictory.
A Fiji police spokesman said one patient had already been discharged from the Sigatoka Hospital near the hotel.
A spokesperson for the Warwick Fiji hotel said it was conducting an investigation and waiting for test results from the health authorities.
"At this moment, we do not have conclusive details, but we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our guests," the spokesperson said.
In a separate incident in Laos last month, two Danish citizens, an American, a Briton and two Australians died of suspected methanol poisoning following what local media said was a night out in the town of Vang Vieng.
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During the meeting, Syrian rebel leader Ahmad al-Sharaa is said to have discussed the necessity of providing support so that refugees can safely return.
Pedersen and al-Sharaa met in Damascus, the ruling Syrian General Command said in a statement Sunday evening.
“We must initiate political processes that include all Syrians. The process must obviously be led by the Syrians themselves,” Pedersen said after landing in Damascus .
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ARA: A 15-year-old girl sustained two bullet injuries while watching a clash between two groups from her balcony in Bhaluhipur locality of Ara town on Friday night.
The victim, identified as Alia Parween, daughter of one Md Salaluddin, rushed to her balcony upon hearing gunshots in the colony. As she looked down to see what was happening, she was struck by two bullets, one piercing through her chest and the other through her shoulder.
"Profuse bleeding has taken place due to gunshot injuries in her chest and shoulder. Her condition is very critical," said Dr Vikash Singh, who is treating Alia at a private hospital in Ara.
Additional superintendent of police (ASP) and Ara Sadar SDPO Parichay Kumar, along with Town police station SHO Devraj Rai, visited the spot. "As per our initial investigation, it is clear that the injured girl was not the actual target of the miscreants. She was accidentally shot while standing on the balcony of her house, observing the quarrel between two rival groups of anti-social elements from a nearby colony. The incident occurred around 9.30pm on Friday. Some of the accused have been identified and raids are on to arrest them," the ASP said.
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Scientists are now using some of the newest technology on Earth to unravel the most ancient secrets about the planet Mars. Member station KUNC's Rae Solomon has the story about how artificial intelligence is uncovering surprising links between the two planets.
(SOUNDBITE OF FILM, "FLIGHT TO MARS")
UNIDENTIFIED NARRATOR: For centuries, science has studied Mars, the only planet where life may exist.
RAE SOLOMON, BYLINE: Maybe it's the intriguing red color, but us earthlings have always been drawn to the planet Mars. Hydrologist Lin Ji is no exception. The University of Arizona researcher and freshly minted Ph.D. usually studies the Lower Colorado River Basin, solidly on Earth. But a few years ago, she grew fascinated by satellite images of the red planet. That's why she noticed something interesting looking down at Arizona's Santa Cruz River out her airplane window.
LIN JI: I thought, oh, this Santa Cruz River system looked exactly the same to the Martian valleys. They both have, like, a tree-like branching river systems. So I realized that there could have be a connection between the Earth's river system and of the Mars valley network.
SOLOMON: A connection that spans 140 million miles through the cold, dark vacuum of outer space.
LIN: They share similar characteristics, which indicate that they could have a similar climate.
SOLOMON: For the Lower Colorado, that means an arid climate, where rain is rare but heavy when it comes, and flash flooding so powerful, it can carve up a landscape. That doesn't sound much like today's Mars, all cold and ice-capped with a surface mostly devoid of liquid water. But those Martian valleys are billions of years old. Some scientists say the planet may have been warm back then, and water plentiful. Ji's work suggests there was also flash flooding.
LIN: The valley networks on Mars is also formed by high-intensity rainfall.
SOLOMON: Just like the Lower Colorado. But river basins aren't shaped by flooding alone, says University of Colorado geologist Lon Abbott. Overlapping forces like ice age cycles and plate tectonics are just as important.
LON ABBOTT: It's a really complex interplay of different factors that have different time scales.
SOLOMON: That complexity makes a straightforward comparison between the two planets difficult. There's just so much data. So Lin Ji used a new tool built for complexity - machine learning. Step 1 - train your model on massive amounts of data about climate and river system formations on Earth. Step 2 - unleash it on the geography of Mars.
LIN: To help inform the - what climate might be on the early Mars.
SOLOMON: And if she's right about the Martian climate, Scott Hubbard says that could help resolve one of humanity's all-time obsessions.
SCOTT HUBBARD: Was Mars habitable? Was it an environment that, if life emerged, it would be able to live long and prosper?
SOLOMON: Hubbard had a long career at NASA and was the first director of the agency's Mars program.
HUBBARD: Understanding how the climate evolved would tell us a lot about if life did form where it might be today.
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SOLOMON: He says humans could be just a few years away from putting feet on Martian ground. Anticipating where life might still exist there could be the key to a successful mission.
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UNIDENTIFIED NARRATOR: A planet of wonders.
SOLOMON: For NPR News, I'm Rae Solomon on Earth.
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Houston Texans inactive list Week 15 vs. Miami Dolphins
By Randy Gurzi
Looking for win No. 9 on the season, the Houston Texans host the Miami Dolphins in Week 15.
While Houston is trying to secure the AFC South for the second year in a row, Miami is fighting for their playoff lives. Their 6-7 record isn’t what they expected but they can still make a late season run.
READ MORE: Recent struggles for Texans QB C.J. Stroud has former draft bust closing the gap
Houston got some good news leading up to the game with Christian Harris returning from the IR. They weren’t sure he could suit up on Sunday but found out during the weekend he would play.
With his addition to the active roster, let’s check out which players won’t suit up. But first, here’s a reminder of the injury report.
Houston Texans Injury Report
Here's the full list for the Texans, courtesy of the team's official website.
OUT:
Juice Scruggs, IOL, Foot
QUESTIONABLE:
Nick Broeker, G
Kenyon Green, G
Jamal Hill, LB
Christian Harris, LB
Miami Dolphins Injury Report
Here’s a look at the Dolphins injury report ahead of the game.
OUT:
Dee Eskridge, WR, Knee
DOUBTFUL:
Terron Armstead, OT, Knee
QUESTIONABLE:
Grant DuBose, WR, Shoulder
Kendall Lamm, OT, Back
Bradley Chubb, EDGE, Knee
Cameron Goode, LB, Knee
Blake Ferguson, LS, Non-Football Illness
Houston Texans inactive list
- Juice Scruggs, IOL
- Cade Stover, TE
- Steven Sims, WR
- Jerry Hughes, DE
- Kurt Hinish, DT
Miami Dolphins inactive list
- Terron Armstead, OT
- Kendall Lamm, OT
- Jeff Wilson, RB
- D’Wayne Eskridge, WR
- Jack Stoll, TE
- Neil Farrell, DT
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20 Questions with 'Blazing Upheaval' Karen Charles
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20 Questions with Sharon House
- Are you a morning writer or a night writer?
I usually write during the day so I can spend evenings with my husband.
- Do you outline or are you a pantster?
I outline each chapter and then it develops from there, often with changes.
- Which comes first – plot or character?
Since my thrillers develop from a true story, the character comes first, and his experience. Then I intricately weave the threads of their story into a tapestry of suspense and intrigue.
- Noise or quiet when working on your manuscript?
It is usually quiet when I’m writing. Sometimes sports will be on in the background which I can easily tune out.
- Favorite TV show?
The Amazing Race
- Favorite type of music?
I grew up playing classical music on the piano but I enjoy most types of music.
- Favorite craft besides writing?
My favorite craft is growing flower gardens and orchids.
- Do you play a musical instrument?
I have played the piano since sixth grade and studied at the Royal Conservatory of Toronto.
- Single or married?
I am married.
- Children or no?
I have six children.
- Pets?
No
- Favorite place to write?
My favorite place to write is a comfortable couch by the window where I have good lighting. Next to me will be my phone, pens, notebook, and laptop. I usually write in the winter so I cozy up in a blanket with coffee and snacks.
- Favorite restaurant?
My favorite restaurant is a Mexican one close by.
- Do you work outside the home?
I have an Airbnb on Birch Bay in Blaine, Washington that is open year-round.
- What was the name of the last movie you saw?
The last movie I saw was Brush With Fate.
- Favorite outdoor activity?
My favorite outdoor activity is hiking, whether it be at the mountains or beaches.
- Pet peeve?
My pet peeve is having to change my password, again!
- Your goal in life?
My goal in life is to “live in the sunshine” in every area of my life.
- Your most exciting moment?
My most exciting moment was when I got to visit all my dad’s family in Norway.
- The love of your life?
The love of my life is my husband, Dennis, my partner, my best friend, and my true love.
In the heart of the tumultuous Rodney King riots in Los Angeles, a dedicated teacher finds herself thrust into a hazardous situation. Struggling to navigate the chaos and reach safety on the freeway, she faces dangerous obstacles that jeopardize her life. An unexpected rescue during a brutal attack plunges her, her family, and two other families into a chilling series of enigmatic events and escalating violence.
As the city grapples with unrest, they are entangled in a web of mysteries swiftly building in intensity. In the turmoil, their bonds of family, loyalty, and love are put to the ultimate test. The tension mounts relentlessly until an unforeseen revelation, coinciding with the cataclysmic Northridge earthquake, irrevocably changes their lives forever.
This gripping true-story thriller delivers suspenseful twists and heart-pounding moments, weaving a narrative of family resilience, solidarity, and enduring love in the face of daunting circumstances. It is a tale that illuminates the strength found within the human spirit when confronted with extraordinary challenges.
Blazing Upheaval is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BMM6BXLG.
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By many measures, California is a shining success story. On its own, it boasts the world's fifth-largest economy. It's one of the richest states in the U.S., with one of the country's highest per capita incomes. And California is also a place where Hollywood and Silicon Valley have set a standard for the U.S. and created a mythical, romantic version of the state that looms over pop culture. But in recent years, it is a story that has been told of one as a state in decline. And according to that narrative, the most populous state is overregulated and too expensive to live in, and so much so, according to some, that people are fleeing it in droves. But how true is that story? To answer, I am joined now by Tessa McLean, the California editor at the online publication SFGATE. She dug into this narrative - not just the current one, but previous times that everybody has been talking about California failing. Welcome to ALL THINGS CONSIDERED.
TESSA MCLEAN: Thanks for having me.
DETROW: Let's just start with the now - how dire is it? Is the California dream over? Are we packing it up?
MCLEAN: (Laughter) No, the California dream is not quite over yet, though many would say it is dying. The population in the last three years has declined, but it's never declined more than 1%. Each year since 2021, it's declined by a smaller and smaller number, and in 2023, it only declined 0.09%, according to figures from the State Department of Finance. So growth is simply slowing. It has not fully declined.
DETROW: But this led you to take a broader look because, you know, I covered California politics for a couple of years, and I heard this at the time I was there, and it seems like such a constant. This state is too expensive. It's overregulated. It's killing itself, and people are leaving in droves. And yet, the population - big-picture - continues to go up, the economy continues to grow. Why did you want to take a look back at these previous moments of doom and gloom? What was interesting about it to you?
MCLEAN: I write a lot about the movement of Californians, whether that's leaving the state entirely for a different state like Texas or Montana or whether they're moving around within the state itself. So I really wanted to take a look at the population data and see how big any decline has been in recent years and find out if this was a new phenomenon or if this had in fact been happening for years.
DETROW: Yeah.
MCLEAN: And leading up to the most recent election, it felt like California was in the spotlight more than ever. Kamala Harris was born in the Bay Area. She started her career in California, and that fact was often used against her. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is boasting about how Elon Musk left California for Texas. And Governor Gavin Newsom is sparring with the governors of Texas and Florida, and these conversations are making the national news. I wanted to take a step back and examine America's obsession with California failing.
DETROW: To be clear, though, you're not saying that some of the real problems that are being flagged, like the high cost of living, the cost of housing, in particular, aren't real. It's just that they may be overblown in terms of leading people to flee the state in droves?
MCLEAN: Absolutely. California is an expensive place to live. There's no doubt about it. And that high housing costs and all the cost of living expenses that come along with that are a big reason - the main reason, mainly - why people leave. There's been a lot more migration within the state itself, especially since the pandemic. You know, people might be leaving large coastal metros like San Francisco or Los Angeles for places like the Inland Empire or Sacramento, more so than are leaving the state itself.
DETROW: Why do you think then there's such an impulse over the years - and you're talking about the dot-com bust, you're talking about earlier periods in the 20th century. Why do you think there's such an interest in declaring the death of California?
MCLEAN: California has always been a prosperous place. It's a place that people look to, to go find wealth and success. People have been migrating out to California, looking for the California dream since the Gold Rush. And so I think that idea of the California dream is really important for people, and it really draws people out there.
DETROW: Were there any interesting parallels that you picked up on when you compared these moments?
MCLEAN: Yeah. I mean, the parallels is that the reasons that people are leaving are almost always the same. It's high housing costs. It's traffic. It's overpopulated cities, people just being fed up with the politics of the state. Those reasons never really changed, whether it's 1989 or 2023.
DETROW: That's Tessa McLean, the California editor at SFGATE. Her piece, "America's Obsession With California Failing," is at sfgate.com. Thanks so much for talking to us.
MCLEAN: Thank you. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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