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Ohio Man Sentenced to Prison for Coercing Homeless Woman into Prostitution
Leon Sims, a 41-year-old man from Ohio, has been handed a 37-month prison sentence for coercing a homeless woman into prostitution, transporting her multiple times across state lines for this purpose. The case sheds light on the sinister exploitation of vulnerable individuals, adding another chapter to the ongoing narrative of human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the United States.
Initiating a Relationship under False Pretenses
Sims first crossed paths with the woman in early 2020. Amid her struggle with homelessness, he showered her with gifts, initiating what appeared to be a romantic relationship. Yet, this was merely a ploy to gain control and manipulate her into prostitution. He later demanded that she repay him by earning $1,000 a day through prostitution, using the basic necessities of sleep and food as leverage against her.
Exploitation for Personal Gain
Sims utilized online advertisements to arrange the woman’s prostitution activities, ensuring that the profits flowed directly into his pockets. With a chilling disregard for her wellbeing, he transported the victim from Kentucky to Ohio and California, exploiting her in a commercial sex trade that spanned multiple states. It was also alleged that Sims resorted to physical force against the victim, further demonstrating his ruthless exploitation.
Justice Served, But at a Cost
After an active warrant was discovered in Kentucky, Sims was taken into custody in Las Vegas in January 2022. His sentence dictates that he must serve 85% of his time under federal law, followed by a three-year period of supervised release. Although the Boone County charges against Sims were dropped after his federal indictment, this sentence serves as a stark reminder of the costs of human trafficking and the necessity of vigilant law enforcement to bring perpetrators to justice.
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California law banning most firearms in public is taking effect as the legal fight over it continues
A California law that bans people from carrying firearms in most public places is taking effect on New Year’s Day, even as a court case continues to challenge it
LOS ANGELES -- A California law that bans people from carrying firearms in most public places will take effect on New Year's Day, even as a court case continues to challenge the law.
A U.S. district judge issued a ruling Dec. 20 to block the law from taking effect, saying it violates the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and deprives people of their ability to defend themselves and their loved ones.
But on Saturday, a federal appeals court put a temporary hold on the district judge's ruling. The appeals court decision allows the law to go into effect as the legal fight continues. Attorneys are scheduled to file arguments to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in January and in February.
The law, signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, prohibits people from carrying concealed guns in 26 places including public parks and playgrounds, churches, banks and zoos.
The ban applies regardless of whether the person has a permit to carry a concealed weapon. One exception is for privately owned businesses that put up signs saying people are allowed to bring guns on their premises.
“This ruling will allow our common-sense gun laws to remain in place while we appeal the district court’s dangerous ruling," Newsom posted to X, formerly Twitter, after the appeals court acted Saturday. "Californians overwhelmingly support efforts to ensure that places like hospitals, libraries and children's playgrounds remain safe and free from guns.”
The California Rifle and Pistol Association sued to block the law. When U.S. District Judge Cormac Carney granted a preliminary injunction blocking the law, he wrote that the law was “sweeping, repugnant to the Second Amendment, and openly defiant of the Supreme Court.”
Carney wrote that gun rights groups are likely to succeed in proving it unconstitutional, meaning it would be permanently overturned.
The law overhauls California’s rules for concealed carry permits in light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruen, which set several states scrambling to react with their own laws. That decision said the constitutionality of gun laws must be assessed by whether they are “consistent with the nation’s historical tradition of firearm regulation.”
Newsom has said he will keep pushing for stricter gun measures.
Newsom has positioned himself as a national leader on gun control while he is being increasingly eyed as a potential presidential candidate. He has called for and signed a variety of bills, including measures targeting untraceable “ghost guns,” the marketing of firearms to children and allowing people to bring lawsuits over gun violence. That legislation was patterned on a Texas anti-abortion law.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta appealed Carney's decision. Bonta, a Democrat, said that if the district judge’s ruling to block the law were allowed to stand, it “would endanger communities by allowing guns in places where families and children gather.”
The California Pistol and Rifle Association’s president, Chuck Michel, said in a statement that under the law, gun permit holders “wouldn’t be able to drive across town without passing through a prohibited area and breaking the law.” Michel said criminals are deterred when law-abiding citizens can defend themselves.
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(iSeeCars) – If you’re currently leasing a car and nearing the end of your lease term, you might be wondering what you should do next. Although new car inventory is rebounding, some new cars are selling above MSRP and car leases are also significantly more expensive than they were pre-pandemic. And while used car prices continue to fall, they are also more expensive than they were before the pandemic.
In light of the current new and used car market, buying out your car lease might be your smartest option. How does the process work and should you buy out your car lease? We have the important answers.
How a Lease Buyout Works
If you’re leasing a vehicle, most finance companies will include a buyout option as part of your lease agreement. Your auto lease contract will state the end-of-lease purchase price based on the car’s residual value, which was estimated when you signed your lease. Leasing companies will often contact you near the end of your lease term to communicate your lease-end options, which will include either the buyout option or returning the vehicle to the dealership.
Residual Value in Today’s Market
Dealers calculate a vehicle’s residual value based on its projected depreciation, and this value is locked in at the beginning of a car’s lease. And if the start of your lease was before the current supply chain issues, your car’s lease buyout price might be well-below current market value. That means that at the end of the lease contract you could purchase your leased vehicle and either sell it for a profit, or you can continue driving your lightly used car at a price well below market value.
Understanding the Value of Your Leased Car
Here’s how you can compare the vehicle’s residual value or buyout amount with its market price. To calculate the market value of the vehicle, you can use pricing tools like the iSeeCars free VIN Check, Kelley Blue Book, or Edmunds. Be sure to check your original contract for extra fees like a purchase option fee to determine the total amount you will be paying for the vehicle.
And be extra vigilant about dealer or finance company “add on” fees that were not specifically called out in your lease contract.
Leased Car Buyout Price: Other Factors to Consider
There are many factors that contribute to the buyout price of your car. This includes the vehicle’s make, model, residual value, and current value. The amount you paid for a down payment will also affect the buyout price.
Additional fees include:
- Buyout Fee/Purchase Option Charge: The leasing company will charge you for opting to buy the car rather than turning it in.
- State sales tax
- Registration fees
Can I Finance My Lease Buyout?
You can finance your lease buyout just as you would a regular used car purchase. The dealership will be eager to offer you financing, but you should also examine outside financing options as you would for a typical car loan. That means comparing interest rates from other lenders including banks and credit unions to see who will give you the best rate on your car lease buyout loan. Some lenders even offer auto loans specifically for lease buyouts. Keep in mind that the shorter your loan term, the more you will save on interest payments, but your monthly payments will be higher. That means you should opt for the shortest loan term you can afford. Also, your credit score will determine your loan rate, so make sure it is in good standing in order to get a competitive rate. If you have a poor credit score, you should consider having a co-signer.
Other Things to Consider
Anyone who has leased a car knows about the extra fees that often come at the end of the car lease. These fees include going over the mileage limits or any excess wear and tear your vehicle may have like scratches or dents. Buying out your lease will get you off the hook for these fees, so if either situation exists with your lease it is yet another reason to buy your car when the lease ends versus returning it.
Some lease agreements offer early lease buyouts which allow you to buy the vehicle before your term expires. Make sure you refer to your leasing agreement to see if you will have to pay extra fees for an early buyout. If there are fees involved, it’s likely a smarter decision to wait until the end of your lease.
Bottom Line
Buying out your vehicle lease can be a lucrative way to save on a lightly-used vehicle in today’s market. You’ll also avoid the low inventory and markups on new cars. What’s more, you can enjoy the savings that come along with buying a used car in today’s market while avoiding the guesswork about how the car was driven and maintained by its previous owner. You can even sell your vehicle to a private seller for a profit if you don’t want to keep driving it. So if you are nearing the end of your lease, you should at least consider purchasing your vehicle instead of taking out another lease or buying a new or used car to replace it.
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This article, Buying Out a Car Lease: Is it a Good Idea?, originally appeared on iSeeCars.com.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — With the calendar-page turn to 2024 on Monday comes 320 new state laws that Illinois residents will need to navigate.
Some will have a widespread effect, including a law banning semi-automatic rifles and another requiring paid time off. But others won’t have an immediate or noticeable impact, including a law that lets county governments consider a potential contractor’s participation in an approved apprenticeship program in determining the winning low bid for a project.
One law that took effect in 2019 but is still impacting tens of thousands of workers is an increase in the minimum wage. It increases to $14 an hour on Jan. 1 for non-tipped workers and will reach $15 in a year.
Here are some of the other major changes to Illinois state law as of New Year’s Day:
BAN ON SEMI-AUTOMATIC WEAPONS
The U.S. Supreme Court has failed to take up the case of Illinois’ ban on the sale, possession or manufacture of automatic weapons like the type used in a mass shooting at a 2023July Fourthparade in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park.
The law bans dozens of specific brands or types of rifles and handguns, including .50-caliber guns, attachments and rapid-firing devices. No rifle will be allowed to accommodate more than 10 rounds, with a 15-round limit for handguns.
Those who previously purchased such guns must register them with the Illinois State Police by Jan. 1.
BOOK-BAN PROHIBITION
Libraries that indiscriminately ban books will not be eligible for state funds. They must adopt the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights stating “materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.”
The library association reported that attempts to censor books reached a 20-year high in 2022, especially those with LGBTQ+ themes and those written by people of color.
PAID TIME OFF
Employers will be required to offer paid vacation for any reason. Workers will accrue one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours worked, up to 40 hours total. Employers may offer more than 40 hours and employees may take time off after working for 90 days.
AIR FRESHENERS ALLOWED
Police will no longer be able to pull over a motorist solely because there is an object hanging from their rearview mirror. The law was approved after Daunte Wright was pulled over in Minnesota in 2021 for having a dangling air freshener. He was shot when the officer, reaching for her stun gun, instead grabbed her sidearm.
NO VIDEOCONFERENCING ON THE ROAD
Video meetings, streaming or accessing a social media website while driving will be prohibited. There will be an exception for video on a hands-free or voice-activated device or an application requiring the push of no more than a single button to activate or terminate it.
NO INDOOR VAPING
Vaping or smoking an electronic cigarette or cigar in a public indoor space will be prohibited. The law adds electronic smoking devices to the list of items prohibited in indoor public places under the 2008 Smoke Free Illinois Act, which banned regular tobacco products’ indoor use.
LICENSE-PLATE READER RESTRICTIONS
Interstate agreements between law enforcement agencies must specify that license-plate reader technology not be used on cars driven by women coming into Illinois to have abortions.
SURVEILLANCE DRONES
Following the Highland Park parade shooting, lawmakers approved the use of drones by law enforcement to surveil “routed” or “special events.” The drones may not be equipped with weapons or facial-recognition technology.
DEEPFAKE PORN
Victims of digital forgeries known as deepfake pornography may file civil lawsuits against anyone who shares or threatens to share an image that falsely depicts a person exposing genitalia or other private parts or engaging in a sex act. Identifying the image as materially altered is not a defense to liability.
RESTROOMS MAY BE ALL-GENDER MULTIOCCUPANCY
Businesses have the option of installing restrooms that may be used by any gender simultaneously. Current restrooms may be renovated to accommodate all genders. Urinals may not be included and stalls must have floor-to-ceiling, locking dividers.
VOTER REGISTRATION FOR TEENS
Teenagers may pre-register to vote at age 16 or 17 while obtaining a driver’s license or state identification card at a drivers’ services office run by the secretary of state. When turning 18, the legal voting age, they will already be registered to vote.
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Jim Phillips, Chairman and CEO of NanoMech, shares how nanotechnology will revolutionize the future of medicine.
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Jim Phillips, Chairman and CEO of NanoMech, shares how nanotechnology will revolutionize the future of medicine.
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How A Failed Guardians Of The Galaxy Audition Led Chadwick Boseman To Black Panther
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the character of Black Panther (Chadwick Boseman) first appeared in Anthony and Joe Russo's 2016 fight flick "Captain America: Civil War," a film about multiple superheroes sectioning off and fighting one another over the issue of governmental oversight. Those fighting for increased oversight were Iron Man, Black Widow, the Vision, War Machine, Spider-Man, and Black Panther. They faced off against several characters who were fighting on the wrong side of the conflict. Boseman would eventually be given his own solo superhero flick with "Black Panther" in 2018.
It seems, however, that Boseman almost became a different superhero in the same series, which would have seen his MCU debut two years earlier. It seems that when James Gunn was casting his 2014 film "Guardians of the Galaxy," Boseman auditioned for the role of Drax the Destroyer. Drax, of course, is the none-too-bright, sage-skinned, near-indestructible space alien who serves as the muscle in the Guardians team. Notably, Drax doesn't understand metaphors or similes, taking everything his compatriots say literally. The role was ultimately filled by one-time professional wrestler Dave Bautista.
Boseman died of colon cancer in 2020 at the age of 43, and the world lost a great talent. Through his illness, however, Boseman remained in the public eye, talking openly about his Marvel movies, and even going so far as to appear on talk shows, all while keeping his illness secret. As such, he spoke openly about his Drax audition for a 2019 appearance on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon." Boseman admitted at the time, he didn't know anything about Drax other than a few script pages. He didn't realize how whimsical the film was to be.
Chadwick Boseman as Drax the Destroyer
Boseman admitted that he wasn't confident that he would land the role of Drax. He also noted that the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while all of a piece, did occasionally have their own unique tones. Not knowing the studio's approach to "Guardians of the Galaxy" meant that it was going to stand apart. Boseman noted:
"I didn't think I was gonna get it. And it's weird, too. It's a testament to Marvel because [...] 'Ant-Man' has a different tone and feel, and we didn't know what that was gonna be. We didn't know what 'Guardians' was gonna be. So, I didn't know what it was. I only had a few pages [of the script] at that time. So, it was just good to come in and play to see what they did with it."
Sadly, Boseman's audition tape has not been leaked to the public, so we can only imagine the actor's approach to a role like Drax. This is amusing, given that Boseman would eventually play a more stoic, regal figure in "Black Panther." T'Challa is a far cry from the comedic brutishness of Drax. Fallon asked Boseman if his Drax audition was what put him on the Marvel ledger for "Black Panther" a few years down the road. Boseman was diplomatic, saying:
"Sometimes that's the way it works as an actor. You go in knowing you're not gonna get it, but you're meeting the people that might be like, 'It's not this, but we'll put him in this other thing.' So I feel like this was one of those moments where they were like, 'Oh, we could use him later.'"
Boseman then credited casting director Sarah Finn for keeping him in mind for "Black Panther."
Well done.
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(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Kimberlee Singler, the mother accused in the murder of two of her children, is now in custody in the United Kingdom, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).
CSPD said on Saturday, Dec. 30 Kimberlee Singler was taken into custody in the United Kingdom without incident. “Detectives with the Colorado Springs Police Department’s homicide unit continue to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies in pursuing the ongoing investigation,” said CSPD.
Singler was found injured with two of her children dead inside their home on Dec. 19. Her 11-year-old daughter was also injured, but is safe and being cared for in Colorado Springs.
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Highlights
- Derby County's recent unbeaten run in League One has put them in a strong position for promotion to the Championship.
- However, the Rams currently lack depth in the center forward position, with injuries and the end of loan spells affecting their options.
- Tottenham's Dane Scarlett, who has struggled for game time at Ipswich, could be a potential signing for Derby to address their center forward issues.
Derby County have shown plenty of promise in the League One promotion race over the past couple of months.
The Rams are now unbeaten in their last nine league games since the end of October, winning eight of those fixtures.
That run has seen Paul Warne's side climb to fourth in the third-tier standings, and they are now just two points adrift of the automatic promotion places.
As a result, those connected with the Pride Park club may well be heading into the new year, with a strong sense of optimism.
But with the January transfer window also now on the horizon, one issue that will still need to be addressed by Derby, is at centre forward.
Warne could soon be lacking striker options at Pride Park
As things stand, it looks as though Derby could soon find themselves with a worrying lack of depth in the centre forward position.
Summer signing Connor Washington has already been ruled out for some time through an ankle injury suffered back in November.
Meanwhile, Tyreece John-Jules, who himself has been hampered by fitness issues during the first half of the campaign, is set to see his loan move from Arsenal come to an end next month.
That could leave Derby with only the veteran duo of Martyn Waghorn and James Collins as their available and recognised centre forward options in the not too distant future.
Consequently, it does feel as though the Rams will need to add to their depth in that position once the market opens, to ensure they have the firepower required to remain competitive in the race for promotion to the Championship.
Now it could be argued at though those circumstances mean that those in charge at Pride Park, ought to be taking an interest in recent developments between Tottenham and Ipswich Town.
Dane Scarlett could be a centre forward option for Derby to consider
Back in the summer transfer window, Tottenham agreed a deal to send striker Dane Scarlett on loan to newly promoted Championship side, Ipswich Town.
Ultimately though, that move is one that failed to work out, with Scarlett managing just 12 league appearances for the Tractor Boys, all of which were as a substitute.
That is someway short of the game time the 19-year-old would have wanted to get under his belt during his temporary spell in East Anglia.
Hull City update on Derby County star revealed amid Birmingham City and Huddersfield Town links
Liam Rosenior has spoken out about Hull City's links to Nathaniel Mendez-Laing.As a result, it is perhaps not surprising that it has already been confirmed that Tottenham have recalled Scarlett from his temporary stint with Ipswich, at this midway point in the season.
With that now being announced, that is something that Derby may want to take advantage of, given their own need for extra attacking options.
Considering the struggles that Scarlett endured at Ipswich, it is hard to imagine that he will force his way into Ange Postecoglu's side, while Spurs may also be reluctant to send him back to the second-tier, given that lack of guarantee over game time there now is at that level.
That could therefore open the door for a move to League One in order to keep him playing regularly with a club such as Derby, who, given their own availability issues at centre forward, could potentially give Scarlett more chances to get the game time he wants.
For Derby themselves, the experience that the 19-year-old has at League One level after a loan spell with Portsmouth last season, could make him something of a reliable option for the club.
Indeed, the fact he is at a much earlier stage of his career to the likes of Waghorn and Collins, Scarlett would no different give Warne something different among those he can pick from to lead the line at Pride Park, especially given he may have something to prove after that spell at Ipswich.
So with all that in mind, it seems as though Scarlett's return to Tottenham from Ipswich, may have presented an opportunity to Derby County, that they surely ought to consider taking.
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Belichick on Trent Brown being a healthy scratch: "Activated the players who wanted to play"
FOXBORO -- Patriots head coach Bill Belichick did not have much to say about left tackle Trent Brown being a healthy scratch for Sunday's loss to the Bills. But the words that he used said quite a lot.
"We activated the players who wanted to play," Belichick told reporters when asked about Brown following Sunday's 27-21 loss in Buffalo.
It sounds like Brown has already played his last snap in New England. While the behemoth of a tackle has played well at times during a tumultuous season, there have been other times when he hasn't seemed very engaged or enthusiastic on the field. He played just 36 percent of New England's offensive snaps in last week's win over the Broncos.
Brown has been in and out of the offensive line mix the last few weeks while dealing with hand, ankle, and knee injuries. He also missed some practice time leading up to the Week 17 tilt against the Bills with an illness, but was removed from New England's injury report on Friday.
So it was a bit of a surprise when the team released its inactive list 90 minutes prior to kickoff, and Brown's name was on it. According to ESPN Boston's Mike Reiss on Patriots 5th Quarter, Brown didn't even have a locker in Buffalo, indicating he didn't make the trip with the team.
With Brown out of the picture, Vederian Lowe ended up playing every snap for New England at left tackle on Sunday.
Sunday's healthy scratch comes amid reports that the Patriots have had trouble motivating Brown in recent weeks. Despite the giving him a $2 million pay bump during the season, the Boston Herald's Doug Kyed reported ahead of Sunday's game that the Patriots have been struggling to keep the 30-year-old engaged. In missing three of New England's last seven games heading into Sunday's action, Brown would not have hit his playing time bonuses for the year.
Belichick didn't comment on that report after Sunday's loss, but Mike Giardi of the Boston Sports Journal reported after the game that some of Brown's teammates believe that he could have suited up for some of the games that he missed.
"A lot of us - almost all - are fighting for each other and for pride, even though the results aren't what any of us want," Giardi was told by an unnamed player. "It sucks that not everyone is willing to put it out there. I hope people who sign the checks are paying attention."
That's a pretty damning quote from that player, as was Belichick's comment after Sunday's loss.
Brown, who won a Super Bowl will the Patriots in 2018 in his first stint in New England, will be a free agent after the season. Given the way the things are currently going with the Patriots and the big left tackle, it certainly feels like the two sides will be parting ways at season's end.
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Chief Justice Roberts casts a wary eye on the uses of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Sunday turned his focus to the promise, and shortcomings, of artificial intelligence in the federal courts, in an annual report that made no mention of Supreme Court ethics or legal controversies involving Donald Trump.
Describing artificial intelligence as the “latest technological frontier,” Roberts discussed the pros and cons of computer-generated content in the legal profession. His remarks come just a few days after the latest instance of AI-generated fake legal citations making their way into official court records, in a case involving ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen.
“Always a bad idea,” Roberts wrote in his year-end report, noting that “any use of AI requires caution and humility.”
At the same time, though, the chief justice acknowledged that AI can make it much easier for people without much money to access the courts. “These tools have the welcome potential to smooth out any mismatch between available resources and urgent needs in our court system,” Roberts wrote.
The report came at the end of a year in which a series of stories questioned the ethical practices of the justices and the court responded to critics by adopting its first code of conduct. Many of those stories focused on Justice Clarence Thomas and his failure to disclose travel, other hospitality and additional financial ties with wealthy conservative donors including Harlan Crow and the Koch brothers. But Justices Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor also have been under scrutiny.
The country also is entering an the beginning of an election year that seems likely to enmesh the court in some way in the ongoing criminal cases against Trump and efforts to keep the Republican former president off the 2024 ballot.
Along with his eight colleagues, Roberts almost never discusses cases that are before the Supreme Court or seem likely to get there. In past reports, he has advocated for enhanced security and salary increases for federal judges, praised judges and their aides for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and highlighted other aspects of technological changes in the courts.
Roberts once famously compared judges to umpires who call balls and strikes, but don’t make the rules. In his latest report, he turned to a different sport, tennis, to make the point that technology won’t soon replace judges.
At many tennis tournaments, optical technology, rather than human line judges, now determines “whether 130 mile per hour serves are in or out. These decisions involve precision to the millimeter. And there is no discretion; the ball either did or did not hit the line. By contrast, legal determinations often involve gray areas that still require application of human judgment,” Roberts wrote.
Looking ahead warily to the growing use of artificial intelligence in the courts, Roberts wrote: “I predict that human judges will be around for a while. But with equal confidence I predict that judicial work — particularly at the trial level — will be significantly affected by AI.”
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Residents Thwart Vengeful Attack, Apprehend Suspected Cultist in Lagos
A sharp turn of events unfolded in a residential estate in Lagos, as residents spiritedly apprehended a 23-year-old suspected cultist, Rafiu Odeyemi. The suspect, along with other alleged cultists, had stormed the estate in an attempt to retaliate against an earlier attack by a rival cult group.
Residents’ Quick Response Thwarts Crisis
While Odeyemi was seized with a firearm, his accomplices managed to escape arrest. The rapid response and actions of the estate residents were key in capturing the suspect. The residents’ steadfastness in the face of danger highlights the power of community collaboration in combating crime.
Police Commend Residents
In a statement, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command, commended the estate residents for their bravery. He applauded their sense of responsibility in handing over the suspect to the police rather than resorting to mob justice, underlining the crucial role of community engagement in promoting public safety.
Investigation Underway
Odeyemi is currently held in police custody. A comprehensive investigation into the incident is ongoing, following which the suspect is expected to face legal proceedings. The outcome of this case will send a strong message to potential criminals, reinforcing the importance of law and order in maintaining societal harmony.
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MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) – One person is dead and another is in ‘serious’ condition after a single vehicle crashed into the Sonoco Paper Mill in Menasha on Sunday.
According to the Menasha Police Department, around 8:40 a.m. on New Year’s Eve, officers responded to the intersection of Washington Street and River Street for reports of a crash.
An initial investigation showed that a vehicle was heading north over the Washington Street bridge and hit the Sonoco Paper Mill at Washington Street, officers say.
Both the driver and the passenger were taken to a local hospital. Authorities say that the 84-year-old passenger later died as a result of her injuries and the 85-year-old driver is in ‘serious’ condition.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation and no additional details were provided.
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Chief Justice Roberts casts a wary eye on the uses of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
Chief Justice John Roberts is turning his focus to the promise and shortcomings of artificial intelligence in the federal courts
WASHINGTON -- Chief Justice John Roberts on Sunday turned his focus to the promise, and shortcomings, of artificial intelligence in the federal courts, in an annual report that made no mention of Supreme Court ethics or legal controversies involving Donald Trump.
Describing artificial intelligence as the "latest technological frontier,” Roberts discussed the pros and cons of computer-generated content in the legal profession. His remarks come just a few days after the latest instance of AI-generated fake legal citations making their way into official court records, in a case involving ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen.
“Always a bad idea,” Roberts wrote in his year-end report, noting that “any use of AI requires caution and humility.”
At the same time, though, the chief justice acknowledged that AI can make it much easier for people without much money to access the courts. “These tools have the welcome potential to smooth out any mismatch between available resources and urgent needs in our court system,” Roberts wrote.
The report came at the end of a year in which a series of stories questioned the ethical practices of the justices and the court responded to critics by adopting its first code of conduct. Many of those stories focused on Justice Clarence Thomas and his failure to disclose travel, other hospitality and additional financial ties with wealthy conservative donors including Harlan Crow and the Koch brothers. But Justices Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor also have been under scrutiny.
The country also is entering an the beginning of an election year that seems likely to enmesh the court in some way in the ongoing criminal cases against Trump and efforts to keep the Republican former president off the 2024 ballot.
Along with his eight colleagues, Roberts almost never discusses cases that are before the Supreme Court or seem likely to get there. In past reports, he has advocated for enhanced security and salary increases for federal judges, praised judges and their aides for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and highlighted other aspects of technological changes in the courts.
Roberts once famously compared judges to umpires who call balls and strikes, but don't make the rules. In his latest report, he turned to a different sport, tennis, to make the point that technology won't soon replace judges.
At many tennis tournaments, optical technology, rather than human line judges, now determines "whether 130 mile per hour serves are in or out. These decisions involve precision to the millimeter. And there is no discretion; the ball either did or did not hit the line. By contrast, legal determinations often involve gray areas that still require application of human judgment,” Roberts wrote.
Looking ahead warily to the growing use of artificial intelligence in the courts, Roberts wrote: “I predict that human judges will be around for a while. But with equal confidence I predict that judicial work — particularly at the trial level — will be significantly affected by AI.”
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DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons ended their NBA record-tying losing streak at 28 games with a 129-127 victory over the short-handed Toronto Raptors on Saturday night, as Cade Cunningham had 30 points and 12 assists.
The Pistons, who hadn’t won since Oct. 28, matched the Philadelphia 76ers’ record of 28, split over the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons. They finished one shy of the record for the four major American and Canadian leagues, set by the Chicago Cardinals during World War II.
“I feel amazing,” Cunningham said. “We just kept battling. It’s been a long stretch, all these losses, but I’m just happy to be part of a group of guys who don’t quit.”
Jalen Duren had 18 points and 17 rebounds for Detroit (3-29) while Kevin Knox II scored 17 points.
“I’m just so happy we were able to get that,” Duren said. “We’ve been fighting hard for a couple of months to get one, and we’ve been through a lot of adversity.”
Pascal Siakam had 35 points and Dennis Schroder scored 28 for Toronto, which was playing the second half of a back-to-back. The Raptors traded OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa and Malachi Flynn to the New York Knicks earlier in the day. They received RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, but they were not available on Saturday.
“It was a very emotional day for everyone,” Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic said. “I’m really proud of the energy our guys had, taking everything into account.
“I also don’t want to take anything away from what Detroit did. They played a really good game and hit some very, very timely shots.”
The Pistons led 90-86 going into the fourth and neither team was able to put together a run until back-to-back 3-pointers by Cunningham and Jaden Ivey made it 110-99 with 5:50 to go.
Toronto responded with an 8-2 run, including six points from Scottie Barnes, but Cunningham’s jumper made it 114-107 and the Pistons got three straight stops against Siakam. Another jumper by Cunningham moved the margin to nine with 1:34 to play.
Siakam’s 3-pointer made it 126-122 with 17 seconds left, but the Pistons clinched the game from the line. Gary Trent Jr. hit a 3-pointer with a second left, but the celebration was already beginning.
“I’ve been in a ton of locker rooms my whole life, but that’s a first for me,” Pistons coach Monty Williams said. “Guys were screaming. I was almost in tears. I’m just so happy for our guys and for everyone in the locker room.”
The Raptors trailed by eight points at halftime, but Siakam and Trent scored 24 points in eight minutes to put Toronto ahead 75-74. Siakam finished with 20 of Toronto’s 42 points in the quarter, and more importantly, drove Cunningham to the bench with four fouls.
“I challenged both (Siakam) and Scottie at halftime,” Rajakovic said. “I told them that we needed more from them in the second half, and they both did a really good job.”
The Raptors scored 83 points in the second half after only putting up 44 in the first.
“We missed some free throws and we missed a bunch of layups that we usually make,” Rajakovic said.
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Raptors: Host Cleveland on Monday night.
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This Epic 2023 Movie Trailer Mash-Up Takes You On A Journey From M3GAN To Wonka
It's New Year's Eve, which means it's time for another one of the YouTuber Sleepy Skunk's Movie Trailer Mash-Ups. Since 2010, Sleepy Skunk has been delivering 6-and-a-half-minute remixes of nearly every trailer of a major movie to come out that year, and 2023 is no exception.
Once again, this year's trailer is divided into sections, each with a different tone to better capture the sheer variety of movies it has to work with. The first is fairly quiet and peaceful, reminding us of all those romantic, understated films like "Past Lives" or "Elemental." Then comes the spooky section, which reminds us of gems like "Skinamarink" and "The Boogeyman." The mash-up sensibly uses "M3GAN" to end its main horror section, as the evil robot doll's dance transitions perfectly to the trailer's comedy section. Then comes all the goofy, crass, and absurdly funny trailer moments we'd nearly forgotten.
The final section borrows the famous "Can You Hear the Music" score from "Oppenheimer," and turns the mash-up into a straightforward celebration of the visual beauty of cinema in 2023. All the most iconic, breathtaking movie shots of the year are delivered one after another to a crescendo-ing orchestra. "Every year I tell myself 'I'm not gonna let the emotional third act of Sleepy Skunk's annual mash-up bring me to tears' and every year I'm wrong," declares one of the top comments on the video, and the poster is hardly alone in the sentiment.
If you're curious about which movie a particular shot in the trailer is from, check out the timestamped guide from Sleepy Skunk.
2023: A great year for movies?
The main appeal of these videos (besides just embracing the beauty of an expertly edited, deeply emotional six-minute montage) is that it reminds us of how long a year really is, and just how much has happened in it. "The year went by so fast," we tend to say, but Sleepy Skunk is filled with movies that feel like they came out a while ago. Can you believe that "M3GAN" and "Cocaine Bear" only came out in theaters this year, the same year as "Wonka" and "The Iron Claw"? Because it doesn't feel like it.
The other great thing about Sleepy Skunk's montages is how much they remind us of all the forgotten movies that might not have gotten the attention they deserve. The Chinese war thriller "Hidden Blade," which went largely unwatched by mainstream American audiences, is spotlighted twice in this trailer, encouraging viewers to check out a movie they might've otherwise continued ignoring entirely. It also helps to remind audiences of movies they heard about, but hadn't gotten around to watching yet. Did you know that "80 For Brady" has a dinner party scene where everybody's apparently Guy Fieri? Well, thanks to Sleepy Skunk, now you do, and there's only one way to find out the full context.
Most of all, the mash-up's a celebration of the many heights cinema has achieved this year. Despite all the turmoil in the industry, we've gotten a ton of ambitious, groundbreaking films this year, and that's worth remembering. In 2023 at least, cinema was still very much alive.
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Who's performing at tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in New Year's Eve 2024?
Before tonight's ball drop in New York's Times Square rings in 2024 on the East Coast, revelers can spend the waning hours of New Year's Eve watching performers celebrate the beginning of the new year with music and dance.
Here's what you need to know about the performers in Times Square on New Year's Eve:
Full list of New Year's Eve performers
- AGNEW, a New York dance group
- Flo Rida, joined by Sage the Gemini
- Jelly Roll
- LL Cool J
- Maria Becerra
- Megan Thee Stallion
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Triad Brass, a five-piece brass band with Grammy Award-winner Jonathan Arons
- Tyla
- Yng Lvcas
When is Flo Rida performing on New Year's Eve?
Grammy-nominated rapper Flo Rida is expected to perform from 9:10 p.m. to 9:29 p.m. EST, according to organizers of the Times Square event. Rapper Sage the Gemini will join him to perform "OMG" and "GDFR." Viewers can watch the performance on a livestream of the Times Square festivities.
When is Jelly Roll performing on New Year's Eve?
Country singer Jelly Roll, who's up for Best New Artist at the Grammys early next year, is expected to perform from 10:34 p.m. to 10:40 p.m. EST on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" on ABC.
When is LL Cool J performing on New Year's Eve?
Grammy-winning rapper LL Cool J is expected to perform from 11:38 p.m. to 11:46 p.m. EST on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve."
When is Megan Thee Stallion performing on New Year's Eve?
Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion's performance is expected to air just after midnight EST on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve," according to an ABC spokesperson.
When is Paul Anka performing on New Year's Eve?
Singer-songwriter Paul Anka is expected to perform his song "My Way" and John Lennon's "Imagine" from 11:51 p.m. to 11:58 p.m. EST. Viewers can watch the performance on the Times Square livestream.
When is Sabrina Carpenter performing on New Year's Eve?
Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter, who has been opening for Taylor Swift as her wildly successful Eras Tour goes around the world, is expected to perform from 9:37 p.m. to 9:43 p.m. EST on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve."
When is Tyla performing on New Year's Eve?
South African singer Tyla, nominated for Best African Music Performance at the Grammys, is expected to perform from 8:30 p.m. to 8:35 p.m. EST on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve."
Schedule for tonight's Times Square performers
The show in Times Square starts at 6 p.m. EST. Here's a schedule of tonight's performances:
- 6:06 p.m.-6:18 p.m.: Sino-American Friendship Association Chinese cultural performance
- 8:03 p.m.-8:08 p.m.: AGNEW
- 8:30 p.m.-8:35 p.m.: Tyla
- 9:10 p.m.-9:29 p.m.: Flo Rida
- 9:37 p.m.-9:43 p.m.: Sabrina Carpenter
- 10:04 p.m.-10:08 p.m.: Maria Becerra
- 10:34 p.m. to 10:40 p.m.: Jelly Roll
- 11:02 p.m.-11:07 p.m.: Yng Lvcas
- 11:38 p.m.-11:46 p.m.: LL Cool J
- 11:51 p.m.-11:58 p.m.: Paul Anka
- Just after midnight: Megan Thee Stallion
Where to watch the ball drop in Times Square
One million people are expected to watch New York City's iconic ball drop in person, while another billion will look on from around the world.
Here is everything you need to know about livestreaming the countdown and ball drop.
What's the lineup for Nashville's Big Bash?
Another celebrity-packed celebration, "New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash," will air on CBS television stations and stream on Paramount+. Watch live from 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m. ET/PT and 10:30 p.m.-1:05 a.m. ET/PT.
The entertainment special will feature performances from:
- Bailey Zimmerman
- Blake Shelton
- Brothers Osborne
- Carly Pearce
- Cody Johnson
- Elle King
- Grace Bowers
- HARDY
- Jackson Dean
- Jon Pardi
- Kane Brown
- Lainey Wilson
- Lynyrd Skynyrd
- Megan Moroney
- Morgan Wallen
- Old Dominion
- Parker McCollum
- Thomas Rhett
- Trace Adkins
- Trombone Shorty
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Highlights
- Leeds United must prepare for Willy Gnonto's potential departure and ensure they have a replacement lined up to maintain squad depth.
- Finding a specialist left-back should be a priority for the club, as both Firpo and Byram have struggled with injuries and a left-footer would provide better options for Farke.
- Charlie Cresswell needs regular game time and may benefit from a loan move to further his development, but Leeds must also secure a replacement to maintain defensive depth.
The battle for promotion from the Championship is hotting up and the January transfer window could be crucial in shaping the remainder of the season for the top four, including with Daniel Farke and Leeds United.
The club may be hoping for a quieter window than the summer, but are facing a potentially busy January window of outgoings with a number of fringe players arguably needing the chance to thrive with regular game time for their development elsewhere.
The Whites weren't afraid to bring in some top-quality players during the summer transfer window, with Ethan Ampadu and Joel Piroe arriving at Elland Road for sizeable fees. That could be a sign of what is to come in terms of the club's intentions in January, too.
However, according to Phil Hay of The Athletic, preparation is well underway at all four of the clubs (Leicester City, Ipswich Town, Leeds and Southampton) currently vying for automatic promotion ahead of the winter window opening in a matter of days.
Farke has made clear that he is "expecting" a fairly quiet January for Leeds in the transfer market for a number of weeks now, and is perhaps happy with his settled squad after a hectic summer.
Here, we assess three different dilemmas that the club must face next month in the transfer market.
1 Willy Gnonto's future
Leeds cannot afford to stand still knowing that their promotion rivals won't, but even more so should any key player leave the club, such as Willy Gnonto.
Gnonto's future is up in the air and it's imperative that Leeds have contingency plans in case the Italian winger has further interest and departs West Yorkshire for a fresh opportunity.
He has not been utilised as frequently as he would like, with Farke opting for the likes of Crysencio Summerville and Dan James in the wide attacking roles, meaning a departure is perhaps back on the agenda.
Players such as Darko Gyabi, Lewis Bate, Leo Hjelde, and others may depart; but none have been utilised frequently by Farke and are surplus to requirements. However, Gnonto and others should still be a vital part of his plans, be that from the bench or as starting players.
The Whites have an opportunity to cash-in on the 20-year-old, but must put funds from any potential deal towards a replacement. Not including fringe players, Leeds need to make their primary pool of winger options stronger, not weaker, in order to keep pace with the other teams gunning for promotion to the Premier League.
Daniel Farke reveals Leeds United transfer expectation ahead of January
Farke has provided an update on how busy he expects his side to be next month when the window opens.2 Junior Firpo situation
The Whites have fewer issues within their ranks than most second-tier sides, but that doesn't mean they are without areas of concern within their squad. There is a particular issue at left-back that needs addressing urgently.
Firpo has been struggling for fitness for most of the season, playing just three times in November before succumbing to injury once more. Sam Byram has been the stand-in option there, but he too is also hampered by minor issues here and there. Neither have particularly strong injury records that can be relied upon from January onwards.
A specialist, natural left-sided full-back option has to be a priority above all else. Byram is right-footed so another left-footer would be of benefit to increase Farke's options.
Speaking in a pre-match press conference recently, Hay also revealed that Leeds' boss explained they could now go into the market for a left-back, and he also stated it was something they had considered before the news of further injuries.
“Farke indicated that he's giving through to recruiting at left-back in January - and was thinking about that even before Byram/Firpo got injured. Farke says Firpo is close to returning to training.”
There are other holes and positions that require improvement in Leeds' first-team, but none so more than adding another profile in at left-back, with Djed Spence having to deputise recently in the absence of other players. Firpo is the only left-footer and simply cannot be relied upon for concerted periods of time.
3 Charlie Cresswell needs game time
Charlie Cresswell is struggling for minutes with Leeds this season, and could be a beneficiary from a loan move to play regular first-team football.
The 21-year-old may have been hoping to be afforded more opportunities with Leeds this season since relegation to the Championship but has struggled to break into Farke's plans.
It's not beneficial for him or the club to be fourth choice but the Whites have looked less defensively sound when having to call upon Liam Cooper or Cresswell to fill in for Pascal Struijk or Joe Rodon at the heart of their defence. That pair have formed a formidable partnership, with Cresswell less suited to Farke's style of play than the others and lacks mobility and athleticism as well.
Cresswell has started just one Championship game and two EFL Cup ties. His last game time came in the 101st minute of the 1-0 win over QPR on October 4th. He has played a little over 300 minutes so far this season for the club.
He penned a new deal in August to keep him tied down at Elland Road until 2027, but the question remains to be asked in January about what the future in West Yorkshire holds for him. The academy graduate may be best served by heading out on loan to play regularly at senior level and develop further, as he did with Millwall last season.
Of course, should Leeds sanction any sort of exit, a replacement would then need to be sourced to not leave the club short from January onwards during the Championship run-in.
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Denmark's Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe's longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year's speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to "thoughts about the future" and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. "I have decided that now is the right time," she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a "heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom."
Margrethe is the "epitome of Denmark" Frederiksen's statement read, and "throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation."
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch's role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women's air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe's oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen's announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year's speech which reflected on the "turbulence and upheaval in the world" amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation's people for "the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark."
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
"In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple," he said in his statement. "We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task."
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Influential former Texas US Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson dies at 88
DALLAS, Texas (AP) — Trailblazing longtime U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, a nurse from Texas who helped bring hundreds of millions of federal dollars to the Dallas area as the region’s most powerful Democrat, died Sunday. She was 88.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and many other leaders issued statements about her death after her son posted about it on Facebook. The Dallas Morning News also confirmed her death with an unnamed source close to the family. No cause of death was given.
“She was the single most effective legislator Dallas has ever had,” the mayor said in a statement. “Nobody brought more federal infrastructure money home to our city. Nobody fought harder for our communities and our residents’ interests and safety. And nobody knew how to navigate Washington better for the people of Dallas.”
Eddie Bernice Johnson served in the House for three decades after becoming the first registered nurse elected to Congress and first Black chief psychiatric nurse at Dallas’ Veterans Affairs hospital. She went on to become the first Black woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and she also led the Congressional Black Caucus. She left office in January after repeatedly delaying her retirement. Before Congress, she served in the Texas legislature.
“For three decades, Chairwoman Johnson was a powerful force in the United States Congress, always focused on the future,” House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi said in a statement, praising Johnson as “a tenacious trailblazer, a talented legislator and a devoted public servant.”
Johnson used her committee leadership position to fight against Republican efforts to block action on climate change. Congressional Black Caucus Chair Steven Horsford said Johnson was also “a fierce advocate for expanding STEM opportunities to Black and minority students” who also played a key role in helping the Biden administration pass a major package of incentives for computer chip manufacturers.
She was born in Waco and grew up in the segregated South. Dallas’ once-segregated Union Station was renamed in her honor in 2019.
Her own experience with racism helped spur her to get involved in politics. She recalled that officials at the VA hospital were shocked that she was Black after they hired her sight-unseen, so they rescinded their offer for her to live in a dorm on campus. She told The Dallas Morning News in 2020 that officials would go into patients’ rooms ahead of her to “say that I was qualified.”
“That was really the most blatant, overt racism that I ever experienced in my life,” she told the newspaper.
Johnson nearly quit but decided to stick with it.
“It was very challenging,” she said. “But any job where you’re an African American woman entering for the first time would be a challenge. They had not hired one before I got there. Yes, it was a challenge, but it was a successful venture.”
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Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi wins reelection with over 70% of vote, election commission says
Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi wins reelection with over 70% of vote, election commission says
ByThe Associated Press
December 31, 2023, 10:25 AM
KINHASA, Congo -- Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi wins reelection with over 70% of vote, election commission says.
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Shoplifting Scandals: When Hollywood Stars Fall from Grace
In an unexpected twist of events, several high-profile celebrities, who are usually known for their glamour and wealth, have found themselves embroiled in shoplifting scandals over the years. The act of shoplifting, typically associated with petty theft, has ensnared A-list celebrities, revealing a side of Hollywood that often remains unseen.
Notorious Celebrity Shoplifting Incidents
Notable incidents include Lindsay Lohan’s 2011 shoplifting case, where she was caught stealing a $2,500 necklace from a jewelry store. This act led to a sentence of 480 hours of community service and 120 days of home confinement. Similarly, Winona Ryder faced repercussions in 2001 when she was apprehended with $5,000 worth of merchandise from Saks Fifth Avenue. Ryder received 480 hours of community service and fines exceeding $10,000.
Other celebrities embroiled in shoplifting scandals include Megan Fox, Amy Schumer, Kim Richards, Amanda Bynes, Britney Spears, James Franco, and Kristin Cavallari. Fox, during her teenage years, was caught stealing from Walmart and subsequently opted to wrap gifts for Christmas as punishment. Schumer confessed to shoplifting over $100,000 worth of goods between the ages of 14 and 21, ending her theft spree after being caught at Bloomingdales.
Shoplifting: A Sign of Deeper Issues?
Richards, from ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’, was arrested in 2015 for taking $600 worth of items from Target. Bynes was caught leaving a Barneys store wearing a hat she didn’t pay for, and Spears allegedly shoplifted from a Los Angeles store in 2007. Franco admitted to stealing cologne in high school, which he sold to peers, while Cavallari faced accusations of shoplifting before her television debut on ‘Laguna Beach’.
These cases underscore that even wealthy and famous individuals can succumb to shoplifting, sometimes due to compulsion or personal struggles. The incidents shed light on the often overlooked mental health issues that celebrities may face, obscured by their public persona and the limelight that constantly follows them.
Lessons from Celebrity Shoplifting Scandals
While shoplifting may seem like a minor offense, it carries serious legal consequences, as demonstrated by these celebrity cases. More than the legal repercussions, these incidents also serve as a reminder that celebrities, despite their fame and fortune, are not immune to personal struggles and fallibility. It also highlights the importance of addressing such behaviors early on and seeking professional help when necessary.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Venezuela said Saturday it will continue to deploy nearly 6,000 troops until a British military vessel sent to neighboring Guyana leaves the waters off the coast of the two South American nations.
In a video posted to X, Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino appeared surrounded by military officers in front of a marked up map of Venezuela and Guyana, a former British colony.
Padrdino said the forces are “safeguarding our national sovereignty.”
“Armed forces have been deployed not just in the east of the country, but across the entire territory,” he said. “They will be there until this British imperialist boat leaves the disputed waters between Venezuela and Guyana.”
The Defense Ministry confirmed to The Associated Press that the video was made at a military base in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas.
The video comes after weeks of tensions between the two countries over Venezuela’s renewed claim to a region in Guyana known as Essequibo, a sparsely populated stretch of land roughly the size of Florida that is rich in oil and minerals. Operations generate some $1 billion a year for the impoverished country of nearly 800,000 people that saw its economy expand by nearly 60% in the first half of this year.
Venezuela has long argued it was cheated out of the territory when Europeans and the U.S. set the border. Guayana, which has controlled the zone for decades, says the original agreement was legally binding and the dispute should be decided by the International Court of Justice in the Netherlands.
The century-old dispute was recently reignited with the discovery of oil in Guyana, and has escalated since Venezuela reported that its citizens voted in a Dec. 3 referendum to claim Essequibo, which makes up two-thirds of its smaller neighbor.
Critics of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro say the socialist leader is using the tensions to distract from internal turmoil and stoke nationalism in the lead up to presidential elections next year.
In recent weeks, the leaders of Guyana and Venezuela promised in a tense meeting that neither side would use threats or force against the other, but failed to reach agreement on how to address the bitter dispute.
Tensions came to another head with Friday’s arrival in Guyana of the Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Trent, which officials said had been taking part in an operation combatting drug smuggling in the Caribbean near the coast of Guyana. Most recently used to intercept pirates and drug smugglers off Africa, the ship is equipped with cannons and a landing pad for helicopters and drones and can carry around 50 marines.
Maduro said the ship’s deployment violates the shaky agreement between Venezuela and Guyana, calling its presence a threat to his country. In response, Maduro ordered Venezuela’s military — including air and naval forces — to conduct exercises near the disputed area.
“We believe in diplomacy, in dialogue and in peace, but no one is going to threaten Venezuela,” Maduro said. “This is an unacceptable threat to any sovereign country in Latin America.”
Guyana’s government rejected Maduro’s claims, with officials saying that the visit was a planned activity aimed at improving the nation’s defense capabilities and that the ship’s visit would continue as scheduled.
During talks earlier in December, Guyanese President Irfaan Ali said his nation reserved its right to work with partners to ensure the defense of his country. Guyana has a military of only 3,000 soldiers, 200 sailors and four small patrol boats known as Barracudas, while Venezuela has about 235,000 active military personnel in its army, air force, navy and national guard.
“Nothing that we do or have done is threatening Venezuela,” Guyana’s vice president, Bharrat Jagdeo, told reporters in Georgetown, the nation’s capital.
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Highlights
- Despite QPR's struggles, midfielder Ilias Chair has been impressive at times this season, scoring two goals and providing two assists under manager Marti Cifuentes.
- Chair's omission from the Morocco squad for the African Cup of Nations is good news for QPR, as it means he will be available for their upcoming matches.
- Chair's disappointment at being left out of the squad could serve as motivation for him to perform even better and earn his place back in future tournaments, which can only benefit the R's.
It has been a disappointing season so far for Queens Park Rangers in the Championship.
A poor start to the campaign saw Gareth Ainsworth replaced by Marti Cifuentes in late October, and the Spaniard made an excellent impact following his arrival at Loftus Road, but his side's form has declined again in recent weeks.
The R's picked up an outstanding point in the 0-0 draw against second-placed Ipswich Town at Portman Road on Friday night, but they are now without a win in their last five games.
Cifuentes' men currently sit 21st in the table, four points from safety, and they are back in action when they host Cardiff City on New Year's Day.
Despite the Hoops' struggles, one player who has impressed once again this season is midfielder Ilias Chair.
It was a tough start to the campaign for Chair, but he has rediscovered his form under Cifuentes, scoring two goals and providing two assists in 10 appearances so far under the Spaniard, and putting in a number of strong performances.
Chair suffered a huge blow as he was left out of the Morocco squad for next month's African Cup of Nations, but while it will be devastating for the 26-year-old, Cifuentes will no doubt be delighted that he will be able to call upon his star man.
Ilias Chair's Morocco omission is good news for QPR
Chair was included in the Morocco squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, making one appearance during the tournament, and he had recently spoken of his hopes of featuring at AFCON.
"I speak to him or one of his assistants every couple of weeks," Chair told Sky Sports.
"We chat about performances and just life in general. He's been really great with me.
"I'm still hopeful of going to AFCON and hopefully I can do that, but there are a lot of players who want to play for Morocco now, after what we achieved.
"I've missed out on the last few squads but that's how it should be. I don't think because you're a big player for a big team you should get called up even if you're not performing.
"It should be based on performances and form, and to be honest I've not really been in form lately so it's fair play that I wasn't called up. But now we're picking up, and I'm going to do my best to get there."
Chair will no doubt be incredibly disappointed to miss out, but had he been named in the squad, he could have potentially been unavailable for five QPR matches, with the tournament running from the 13th January-11th February.
The R's have four home games against Watford, Millwall, Huddersfield Town and Norwich City during that period, representing an excellent opportunity to pick up points, as well as a trip to Blackburn Rovers, and there is no doubt that having Chair at his disposal is a big boost for Cifuentes.
Ian Holloway aims dig at QPR chiefs
Ian Holloway has opened up on how he was replaced as QPR boss in 2018 by Steve McClaren.It is clear that Chair is determined to play for his country, and his omission from the AFCON squad could act as a motivation for him to win his place back for the next tournament, which can only be a positive for the Hoops in their battle against the drop.
Chair was linked with Leeds United and Leicester City this summer, but it seems unlikely he will be on the move in January after he exclusively told Football League World that he felt settled at the club.
The midfielder's full focus will now be on helping the R's avoid relegation - and his form will certainly be crucial to their hopes of remaining in the Championship.
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Panthers owner David Tepper tosses drink into visiting stands late in 26-0 loss to Jaguars
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Panthers owner David Tepper threw the contents of a drink into the visiting crowd near the end of Carolina’s 26-0 loss at Jacksonville on Sunday.
Tepper’s reaction came after rookie Bryce Young was intercepted with less than 3 minutes to play. It was unclear whether Tepper was reacting to something said to him or the latest miscue for the team with the NFL’s worst record.
General manager Scott Fitterer was standing near Tepper when he tossed the remnants of his drink while watching the game from a club suite.
The Panthers (2-14) dropped to 0-9 on the road and were shut out for the first time since losing to Atlanta in Week 12 in 2002. They also clinched the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft in April — a selection that will go to Chicago.
Nothing went right in this one for Carolina, and had Jacksonville not gone 1 for 5 scoring in the red zone, the outcome likely would have been way more lopsided.
Bryce Young completed 19 of 32 passes for 112 yards, with an interception, and was sacked six times. He now has been sacked a whopping 59 times.
“Yeah, not fun. Not fun at all,” Young said. “It’s on us. It’s what we put out. It’s our tape. It’s what we did. We own it, accept it. It is what it is, but it’s not fun.”
Carolina had issues before the coin flip.
Kicker Eddy Pineiro injured his right hamstring in pregame warmups and was unable to go. Starting linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill handled the opening kickoff, and interim coach Chris Tabor kept his offense on the field for a fourth-and-7 play in normal field-goal range on the team’s opening drive.
Young was sacked and took a shot to his back. He spent several minutes getting checked on the sideline and returned in time for the next series.
“Obviously when there’s only one kicker on your 48, that’s a tough deal,” Tabor said.
Cornerback Jaycee Horn (toe) also was a late scratch after going through warmups. Horn had been scheduled to play, and Tabor even made CJ Henderson inactive. But Horn couldn’t go, so Shaquill Griffin was thrust into the starting lineup.
Griffin was burned for a 48-yard gain, part of a lackluster performance all around for the visitors.
“I’m disappointed, obviously, and that’s a pretty generic answer,” Tabor said. “Did not see it coming. I will tip my hat to the Jaguars. The way we were trending, I did not see this performance coming down.
“We never got on track. We talked a lot about starting fast this week, and we did not do that. … How are you going to deal with it? There’s only two choices: It’s either character or compromise. Those are questions for everybody.”
The Panthers had more injury issues during the game. Guard Cade Mays left with a finger injury and then linebacker Marquis Haynes, a sixth-year pro who grew up in Jacksonville, was carted off the field in the third quarter with a concussion. He was taken to a hospital for further testing and did not fly home with the team.
Haynes flashed a thumbs-up sign to the crowd as he left the stadium. It was one of the few occasions Carolina fans had to cheer.
The Panthers finished with 124 yards, were 1 of 13 on third down and had defensive lineman Derrick Brown ejected along with Jacksonville left tackle Cam Robinson late in the fourth. They ripped off each other’s helmets after a play.
“Missed opportunities. Just execution top to bottom,” Young said. “There’s a long list of stuff I’ve got to do better, and then offensively we all take responsibility. We all look in the mirror, and I think ‘disconnected’ is a good word.
“Just wasn’t executing, wasn’t translating, and as far as the offense, that’s on me.”
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High surf advisories remain in some parts of California, as ocean conditions begin to calm
Southern California's Ventura County issued a temporary evacuation warning for some residents living along the coast due to high surf
VENTURA, Calif. -- Southern California's Ventura County issued a temporary evacuation warning Saturday for some coastal residents due to high surf that pounded the West Coast this week but has begun to calm down.
County officials warned that powerful waves, expected to reach up to 20 feet (6 meters) high, were forecast near a stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway, and the fire department told people to avoid coastal areas. Authorities lifted the evacuation warning in the afternoon.
People who gathered in the morning at Pierpont Beach in the city of Ventura to gaze at the churning waters were warned not to go beyond the large sand berms that were put up Friday to protect waterfront homes, and officials closed some streets.
Ventura Mayor Joe Schroeder called this week's surf an “extraordinary event,” the likes of which he had not previously seen in his 14 years living in the city.
Fire department spokesperson Andy VanSciver said there were no reports Saturday of damage or injuries but the evacuation warning would remain in place until the waves recede. Earlier in the week, authorities rescued eight people who were injured by the surf.
Elsewhere along the California coast, flooding led to closures of some streets and bike paths. A high surf warning in the San Francisco Bay Area was downgraded to an advisory, with the National Weather Service saying wave heights had declined.
Some surfers took advantage of the waves in Seal Beach, a small city about 30 miles (45 kilometers) south of Los Angeles.
Miles Malohn, a 23-year-old from Irvine who has been surfing for about a decade, said it was one of the largest winter swells he has seen in years.
“It was pretty hectic out there for a few waves,” Malohn said. “You had to be really selective with which ones that you ride so that you don't end up hurt or wiping out really bad.”
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Austin reported from Sacramento, and AP photographer Damian Dovarganes in Seal Beach, California, contributed. Austin is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Austin on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter: @sophieadanna
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Meghan Markle’s favorite drink is the perfect ‘cozy’ cocktail for winter
The duchess says this cinnamon bourbon-based drink is the best way to stay warm during the winter weather season. It's shockingly healthy, too.
Meghan Markle shared her favorite winter cocktail recipe on her blog long before she became a royal.
The cinnamon and cardamom bourbon-based drink is the perfect way to stay warm while also supporting your gut health this winter. The recipe is shockingly simple yet healthy. It is made with cinnamon, which boasts antioxidants, helps to reduce inflammation, lowers blood pressure, and promotes healthy blood sugar levels. It also includes cardamom, which aids in healthy digestion and stimulates circulation, and ginger, both of which promote gut health and proper digestion.
If you are looking for other winter cocktails to try, you can make an eggnog martini, spiked peppermint mocha, or spiked hot chocolate. You can also try these big-batch holiday cocktails for your winter celebrations.
Here’s how the duchess makes her favorite winter cocktail.
READ MORE: The best champagne-based cocktails to make for New Year's Eve
Ingredients
- 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp of cinnamon
- 1 tsp cardamom
- 1 tsp of powdered ginger
- 1/2 tsp of clove
- 6-8 dried dates soaked in water
- Your favorite bourbon
- 2-3 cinnamon sticks for garnish
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Instructions
Hot (Meghan's preference)
1. Blend all ingredients (except the alcohol) in a blender, and then transfer it to a small saucepan.
2. Warm up the mixture at a low temperature until heated.
3. Add 4-6 oz. of bourbon into the pot.
4. Pour each drink, and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
Iced
1. Blend all ingredients (except the alcohol) in a blender.
2. Add ice to a cocktail shaker, then add the blended mixture. Shake until incorporated.
3. Pour sugar and cinnamon onto a plate to coat the rim of your glass.
4. Wet rim of champagne glass before placing onto cinnamon and sugar plate.
5. After rim is coated, pour mixture into glass.
6. Add bourbon.
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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David Warner retires from ODI cricket
David Warner has announced his retirement from one-day international cricket in the lead-up to his final Test match.
The veteran Australian opener said on Monday he was "comfortable" the time was right to conclude his ODI career following Australia's World Cup triumph in India late last year.
Warner flagged the decision would create opportunities to play franchise cricket overseas and will not rule out a comeback if Australia needs an opener for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025.
The 37-year-old will play his final Test match against Pakistan at the SCG from Wednesday.
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ISLAMABAD-Islamabad Capital Police arrested 23,928 persons during 2023 and recovered stolen valuables worth Rs. 2.49 billion, including 568 cars and 1,106 motorcycles from them.
Islamabad Capital Police took various measures to enhance the effectiveness of the operational division, streamline crime control, increase police station capabilities, ensure effective patrols, and prioritize public issue resolutions, a public relations officer said.
He said that, steps included increasing the capacity of station police officers, establishing a Court Compliance Unit, and initiating an Anti-Robbery and Dacoity Unit. Before 2022, there was no separate investigation system in Islamabad Capital Police.
However, significant reforms were made in 2023 to improve the investigation system, notably establishing the Police Bureau of Investigation, which separated investigation and operational matters at the station level.
Moreover, units for investigating crimes against women and children, combating robbery and dacoity, implementing court orders, and ensuring electronic attendance of suspects in courts were part of the investigation unit reforms.
A patrolling system is crucial for crime prevention, leading to the establishment of the new Dolphin Emergency Response Unit in Islamabad. This unit brought police response times down to 8 to 4 minutes. To address public issues, five new police stations and a division were also established during the year 2023.
In accordance with the government’s directives, Islamabad Capital Police conducted multiple operations against illegal resident foreigners, repatriating over 10,000 illegal residents to their home countries.
During 2023, the Islamabad Capital Police arrested 23,928 suspects involved in various crimes, apprehended 6,614 members of criminal gangs in financial cases, recovering stolen valuables worth Rs. 2.49 billion, including 568 cars and 1,106 motorcycles.
Over a year, 2,061 individuals involved in robbery and theft were arrested, recovering more than Rs. 295 million worth of cash and valuables, including 31 cars and 163 motorcycles.
Additionally, 1,947 individuals were arrested for illegal possession of weapons, confiscating 111 Kalashnikovs and rifles, 33 shotguns and carbines, 1,672 pistols, 128 knives, and 8,541 rounds of ammunition. Furthermore, 2,675 absconders and proclaimed offenders were brought under legal scrutiny. The establishment of specialized investigation units greatly assisted in effectively investigating serious crimes. Courts made rulings on 35 murder cases in 2023, sentencing offenders to death in 20 cases and life imprisonment in 15 cases. This number of judgments in such serious cases was unprecedented before.
Around 24,326 cases were registered in police stations across Islamabad in 2023, with the investigation department completing investigations on 20,148 cases, while 4,178 cases are still under proceedings.
Transparency in case investigations, maintaining merit, ensuring justice for criminals, and delivering justice to citizens are the primary goals of all these measures.
The police spokesperson said that Islamabad Capital Police is vigilant day and night in combating crime, with several officers and personnel demonstrating exceptional courage in the line of duty, earning them the title of martyrs and Ghazis by facing criminals’ bullets.
Combating crime is impossible without the cooperation of the citizens, so citizens are urged to collaborate with the police, a police spokesperson concluded.
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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Very nice weather this weekend. A fabulous way to wrap up 2023. We will see some increasing clouds tonight. At midnight when the catfish drops, expect 45 degrees under a partly cloudy sky. Overnight only dropping to 38 to start your Monday, but the winds will become northerly. Bye-bye to mild weather… in fact it’s going to get downright cold for a couple of mornings next week. We’ll have some rain chances thrown into the mix also.
New Year’s Day will be sunny and cooler with a high near 53 and a north wind. Monday Night temperatures will plummet into the upper 20′s. Sunny on Tuesday with a high near 55. Some rain chances ease in here overnight Tuesday night at 30 percent. There has been some chatter about snow flurries, but timing is everything and there won’t be any during the day on Wednesday and definitely no accumulation. Rain does increase to 60% midday Wednesday. Sunny again on Thursday and Friday, with rain returning Friday Night into Saturday at 70 percent.
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Stillborn Baby’s Grave Desecrated Six Times: A Mother’s Ongoing Nightmare
Charlotte Haynes, a grieving mother from Hattersley in Tameside, is caught in a heartrending cycle of trauma. The final resting place of her stillborn daughter, Bonnie, has been desecrated six times by unidentified vandals at the Gorton Cemetery in Greater Manchester. The first act of destruction occurred merely four months following Bonnie’s burial in September 2021, and the latest episode of vandalism took place around Christmas 2023.
Unending Nightmare
The most recent incident was marked by a snapped fence, severed fairy lights, and strewn flowers. In previous instances, the handcrafted cross marking Bonnie’s grave was brutally kicked out of the ground, and delicate floral tributes were ruthlessly destroyed. The repeated acts of vandalism have left Haynes, who is also a mother to two other children, in a state of constant fear and apprehension. She is yet to erect a headstone for her daughter, apprehensive that it too would fall victim to such senseless destruction.
The Tragedy of Bonnie
Bonnie was born still on September 18, 2021, due to a rare condition known as Covid placentitis. In this condition, the placenta, essential for providing nutrition and oxygen to the unborn child, becomes infected by the Covid virus. This leads to a deprivation of essential nutrients and oxygen, causing the unborn child’s heart to stop beating. The tragedy of Bonnie’s short life is a harsh reminder of the unanticipated and devastating impacts of the Covid pandemic.
Tackling the Aftermath
The recurrent desecration of Bonnie’s grave has left Haynes suffering from severe panic attacks, amplifying her grief and granting her no respite. She feels helpless, unable to safeguard her daughter’s resting place from repeated acts of violation. In response to the repeated incidents, Manchester City Council has expressed its stern condemnation of the grave vandalism. The Council is currently reviewing its security arrangements at the cemetery, in an attempt to prevent further acts of desecration and provide some form of solace to the bereaved families.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A husband and wife and their two sons, ages 10 and 12, were found dead in a suburban New York home Saturday in what authorities described as a murder-suicide by a police sergeant.
Police officials said Watson Morgan, a sergeant with the Bronxville Police Department, fatally shot his wife, Ornela Morgan, 43, and their sons before taking his own life.
The four bodies were discovered by police just after midnight on Friday at the family’s home in New City, a suburb of New York City, after Morgan failed to show up for his evening shift at the Bronxville Police Department.
“At this phase in the investigation it is believed that Watson killed his wife and two children, prior to killing himself with a self-inflicted gunshot wound,” the Clarkstown Police Department said.
All four had gunshot wounds, police said. A handgun was recovered at the scene.
Watson, 49, began his career with the New York Police Department in 2000 before joining the force in Bronxville, a village in Westchester County, seven years later, according to a department biography. He was promoted to sergeant in 2016.
In a statement, Bronxville Police Chief Christopher Satriale said the killings left the department with “profoundly broken hearts at the senseless loss of innocent lives.”
“Our hearts go out to Sergeant Morgan’s extended family,” he said. “Our thoughts and prayers are also with his Bronxville Police Department family.”
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, discusses strategic American interests in the Middle East today.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, discusses strategic American interests in the Middle East today.
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The New Year is almost upon us. And as the world prepares to ring in 2024, many are winding down from the holidays and getting back into their regular routines — give or take some fresh resolutions.
If you’re planning on grabbing groceries or doing some other shopping to kick off the new year, it’s wise to double check stores’ hours. While more businesses typically stay open on New Year’s Day compared to Christmas Day, a handful of chains still cut back on hours or shut their doors to commemorate the holiday. Some also close up shop early for New Year’s Eve.
Operations can vary on location. When in doubt, call ahead or check hours of stores in your neighborhood online.
Here’s a rundown of major store hours and which businesses are open and closed in the U.S. this New Year’s Day.
IS WALMART OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
Walmart is open with normal hours on New Year’s Day.
IS TARGET OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
Target is open with regular operating hours on New Year’s Day.
IS COSTCO OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
All Costco warehouses in the U.S. are closed on New Year’s Day.
IS CVS OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate with normal hours on New Year’s, but some non-24 locations may have reduced hours. You can call ahead or double check local hours online.
IS WALGREENS OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
Walgreens will be open with regular hours on New Year’s Day, but pharmacy hours can vary by location. It’s best to check ahead online.
IS STARBUCKS OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
Many Starbucks locations will be open on New Year’s Day, but hours can vary — with the coffee company noting that “stores may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs” throughout the holiday season. It’s best to check ahead online.
WHAT OTHER STORES ARE OPEN ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
Here’s a list of other grocery, convenience and retail chains that are open on New Year’s Day:
1. Albertsons: Stores are open with regular hours, but pharmacy openings may vary.
2. Home Depot: Stores are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
3. IKEA: Stores are open with regular hours.
4. Jewel-Osco: Stores will be open, but most pharmacies will be closed.
5. Kroger: Stores will be open with regular hours.
6. Lowe’s: Stores are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
7. Macy’s: Stores are open with regular hours, which may vary by location.
8. Meijer: Stores are open from 6 a.m. to midnight.
9. Rite Aid: Stores are open with regular hours.
10. Safeway: Stores are open with regular hours, but pharmacy hours may vary.
11. Sheetz: Stores are open with regular hours (24/7).
12. 7-Eleven: Most stores are open 24/7 (including on New Year’s Day), but some locations’ hours can vary.
WHAT STORES ARE CLOSED ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
In addition to Costco, here are some other stores that close their doors for New Year’s Day:
1. ALDI: Stores are closed.
2. Sam’s Club: Stores are closed.
3. Trader Joe’s: Stores are closed.
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Influential former Texas US Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson dies at 88
Trailblazing former U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson has died at 88
DALLAS, Texas -- Trailblazing longtime U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, a nurse from Texas who helped bring hundreds of millions of federal dollars to the Dallas area as the region's most powerful Democrat, died Sunday. She was 88.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and many other leaders issued statements about her death after her son posted about it on Facebook. The Dallas Morning News also confirmed her death with an unnamed source close to the family. No cause of death was given.
“She was the single most effective legislator Dallas has ever had,” the mayor said in a statement. “Nobody brought more federal infrastructure money home to our city. Nobody fought harder for our communities and our residents’ interests and safety. And nobody knew how to navigate Washington better for the people of Dallas.”
Eddie Bernice Johnson served in the House for three decades after becoming the first registered nurse elected to Congress and first Black chief psychiatric nurse at Dallas' Veterans Affairs hospital. She went on to become the first Black woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and she also led the Congressional Black Caucus. She left office in January after repeatedly delaying her retirement. Before Congress, she served in the Texas legislature.
“For three decades, Chairwoman Johnson was a powerful force in the United States Congress, always focused on the future," House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi said in a statement, praising Johnson as “a tenacious trailblazer, a talented legislator and a devoted public servant.”
Johnson used her committee leadership position to fight against Republican efforts to block action on climate change. Congressional Black Caucus Chair Steven Horsford said Johnson was also “a fierce advocate for expanding STEM opportunities to Black and minority students” who also played a key role in helping the Biden administration pass a major package of incentives for computer chip manufacturers.
She was born in Waco and grew up in the segregated South. Dallas’ once-segregated Union Station was renamed in her honor in 2019.
Her own experience with racism helped spur her to get involved in politics. She recalled that officials at the VA hospital were shocked that she was Black after they hired her sight-unseen, so they rescinded their offer for her to live in a dorm on campus. She told The Dallas Morning News in 2020 that officials would go into patients' rooms ahead of her to “say that I was qualified.”
“That was really the most blatant, overt racism that I ever experienced in my life,” she told the newspaper.
Johnson nearly quit but decided to stick with it.
“It was very challenging,” she said. “But any job where you’re an African American woman entering for the first time would be a challenge. They had not hired one before I got there. Yes, it was a challenge, but it was a successful venture.”
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Bridesmaids slammed for saying $300 for dresses is 'crazy' - 'not real friends'
A woman whose bridesmaids were not down to pay a big sum for their dresses sparked a debate online.
A bride caused outrage after she shared with TikTok viewers that her bridesmaids were upset over the cost of their dresses.
While her bridal party agreed to pay for their bridesmaid dresses, they were less than excited about the $250 price tag.
They told the bride that forking over that amount of money for a dress was “crazy,” and while many TikTok users were quick to agree that nearly $300 was a lot of money, others shared a completely different view.
In a video uploaded to social media, the bride said: “My bridal party is not happy with me right now. When I asked my bridesmaids to be in my wedding I let them all know that they would be responsible for paying for their own dresses.”
She claimed her friends “completely understood” and had no issue with paying for their dresses at the time.
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She continued: “But I just sent them all the details for the dress that I would like them all to wear and they all say $250 for a bridesmaid dress is crazy and that I should be paying for it, not them.
“Any wedding I've ever been in, I've had to cover my hair, makeup, travel and dress costs so I'm not sure why they think I should suddenly be paying for it and not them.”
The woman’s story was shared by wedding clothing and accessories label The Brodie Bride who posted it in a TikTok video that resulted in more than 2.1 million views.
Many people were on the side of the bridesmaids and thought $250 was way too costly for the dresses.
One woman wrote: “$250 is outrageous. I gave my bridesmaids the color and had them choose from Azazi's collection. Each dress was $150 or less.”
Another said: “I really struggle with this, when I asked my bridesmaids to be part of my wedding, I didn't expect them to pay a single thing.”
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A third said: “I paid for dresses, hair, makeup. They only paid for their shoes!! I have never heard of the bridesmaids paying for anything!”
“It's crazy to me! When I got married I paid for everything my girls needed! And let them keep the dresses!” another viewer chimed in.
On the other hand, some people thought the bridesmaids should “get over it” and just buy the dresses.
“They are not your real friends. $250 is not bad at all, especially if you told them months in advance. Anyway, let me know if you need a bridesmaid,” one sassy TikTok user said.
Another said: “$250 is a steal, I need to see this dress. I had to pay $300 for a hideous dress for a girlfriend's wedding.”
And a final person said: “'I've been in four weddings and always had to pay for my dress. Could be cheaper than $250 but I don't think it's that crazy.”
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Aust cycling mourns after Melissa Dennis hit and killed
Melissa Dennis is being remembered as a popular and talented competitor as Australian cycling reels from her death.
Olympic gold medallist Anna Meares paid tribute to Dennis on Monday morning, while AusCycling also released a statement.
The 32-year-old mother of two died in hospital after she was struck by a car on Saturday night in Adelaide's inner north.
Multiple media outlets are reporting that the 33-year-old man arrested by police and charged over Dennis' death is her husband Rohan, an Olympic cycling medallist and former world champion who retired from competition in 2023.
He is charged with causing death by dangerous driving, driving without due care and endangering life, and was bailed to appear in court in March.
SA Police have scheduled a media conference for Monday morning in Adelaide.
Dennis competed as Melissa Hoskins, but used her married name on Facebook.
She competed at the 2012 and 2016 Olympics on the track in the team pursuit and was in the squad that won the 2015 world title in the event.
That world title made Australia one of the gold medal contenders at the 2016 Rio Games, but a training crash days before qualifying cruelled their chances.
Hoskins was among the cyclists injured in the pile-up and after riding in the qualifying round, she was forced to sit out the rest of the event as Australia finished fifth.
She and Meares were members of the track cycling team at the London and Rio Games.
"I have a very heavy heart. My thoughts are with their children, family and fellow friends. This is a very difficult and tragic time. RIP @MelissaMHoskins", Meares posted on X.
AusCycling chief executive Marne Fechner spoke of the sport's shock and sorrow.
"Melissa described her team pursuit gold medal at the 2015 world championships as the highlight of her career, but for the rest of us, the highlight was just having her around," Fechner said.
"Although she retired in 2017, her presence as an alumnus of the sport has been felt and appreciated by many in the cycling and riding community."
Hoskins also competed on the road for several years with Australian team GreenEDGE.
Rohan Dennis won two world titles in the road time trial, as well as silver in the team pursuit at the London Olympics and bronze in the road time trial at the Tokyo Olympics.
He became the seventh Australian to wear the yellow jersey as race leader at the Tour de France by winning the opening time trial in 2015, setting a race record for his average speed.
Rohan Dennis was named Australian cyclist of the year in 2015 and 2018, and won the 2015 Tour Down Under in his home city of Adelaide.
After his retirement from professional cycling, the Dennis family had relocated to Adelaide from Europe.
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
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RIO DE JANEIRO, Dec. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda. (Shell Brasil), a subsidiary of Shell plc, announces the start of production of the FPSO Sepetiba in the Mero field, offshore Santos Basin in Brazil. The FPSO Sepetiba, also known as Mero-2, has an operational capacity of 12 million cubic meters of natural gas and 180,000 barrels of oil per day and is connected to six production and six injector wells to the field, in the first wave. Technology applied in the construction and operation of the FPSO will increase production efficiency and contribute to emissions reductions.
"The FPSO Sepetiba development leverages our world-class partnership with Petrobras and reinforces our presence in one of the most productive fields in Brazil," said Zoë Yujnovich, Shell's Integrated Gas and Upstream Director. "This project aligns with Shell's Powering Progress strategy and our commitment to leverage increasingly efficient and competitive developments in our heartlands to provide safe, secure energy supplies today and for decades to come."
The FPSO Sepetiba is located 180 kilometres from the coast of Rio de Janeiro in a water depth of 2,050 meters. Its predecessor, the FPSO Guanabara, also known as Mero-1, announced first production in April of 2022. The consortium plans to receive two more FPSOs by the middle of the decade. Shell's world-leading Deep Water business comprises two prolific basins in the US and Brazil and an exciting exploration portfolio, with a sustained track record of strong cash generation and operational performance.
Notes to editors
- Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda. is a subsidiary of Shell plc.
- Final Investment Decision (FID) on Mero-2 was announced in 2019.
- The Mero field is part of the Libra Production Sharing Contract (PSC), signed in Dec 2013. Libra is located in the Santos basin, 150-180 km south of Rio de Janeiro in 1900-2100m of water depth.
- SBM Offshore is responsible for the engineering, procurement, construction, mobilization, installation, and operation of FPSO Sepetiba, including topsides processing equipment as well as hull and marine systems.
- Shell Brasil holds a 19.3 percent stake in Mero Unitized Field, along with Petrobras (operator), with a 38.6 percent stake, TotalEnergies (19.3 percent), CNPC (9.65 percent), CNOOC (9.65 percent), and PPSA (3.5 percent), representing the Government in the non-contracted area.
Cautionary note
The companies in which Shell plc directly and indirectly owns investments are separate legal entities. In this announcement, "Shell", "Shell Group" and "Group" are sometimes used for convenience where references are made to Shell plc and its subsidiaries in general. Likewise, the words "we", "us" and "our" are also used to refer to Shell plc and its subsidiaries in general or to those who work for them. These terms are also used where no useful purpose is served by identifying the particular entity or entities. ''Subsidiaries'', "Shell subsidiaries" and "Shell companies" as used in this announcement refer to entities over which Shell plc either directly or indirectly has control. Entities and unincorporated arrangements over which Shell has joint control are generally referred to as "joint ventures" and "joint operations", respectively. "Joint ventures" and "joint operations" are collectively referred to as "joint arrangements". Entities over which Shell has significant influence but neither control nor joint control are referred to as "associates". The term "Shell interest" is used for convenience to indicate the direct and/or indirect ownership interest held by Shell in an entity or unincorporated joint arrangement, after exclusion of all third-party interest.
Forward-Looking Statements
This announcement contains forward-looking statements (within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) concerning the financial condition, results of operations and businesses of Shell. All statements other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements of future expectations that are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these statements. Forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements concerning the potential exposure of Shell to market risks and statements expressing management's expectations, beliefs, estimates, forecasts, projections and assumptions. These forward-looking statements are identified by their use of terms and phrases such as "aim", "ambition", ''anticipate'', ''believe'', ''could'', ''estimate'', ''expect'', ''goals'', ''intend'', ''may'', "milestones", ''objectives'', ''outlook'', ''plan'', ''probably'', ''project'', ''risks'', "schedule", ''seek'', ''should'', ''target'', ''will'' and similar terms and phrases. There are a number of factors that could affect the future operations of Shell and could cause those results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements included in this announcement, including (without limitation): (a) price fluctuations in crude oil and natural gas; (b) changes in demand for Shell's products; (c) currency fluctuations; (d) drilling and production results; (e) reserves estimates; (f) loss of market share and industry competition; (g) environmental and physical risks; (h) risks associated with the identification of suitable potential acquisition properties and targets, and successful negotiation and completion of such transactions; (i) the risk of doing business in developing countries and countries subject to international sanctions; (j) legislative, judicial, fiscal and regulatory developments including regulatory measures addressing climate change; (k) economic and financial market conditions in various countries and regions; (l) political risks, including the risks of expropriation and renegotiation of the terms of contracts with governmental entities, delays or advancements in the approval of projects and delays in the reimbursement for shared costs; (m) risks associated with the impact of pandemics, such as the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak; and (n) changes in trading conditions. No assurance is provided that future dividend payments will match or exceed previous dividend payments. All forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained or referred to in this section. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Additional risk factors that may affect future results are contained in Shell plc's Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2022 (available at www.shell.com/investor and www.sec.gov). These risk factors also expressly qualify all forward-looking statements contained in this announcement and should be considered by the reader. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this announcement, December 19, 2023. Neither Shell plc nor any of its subsidiaries undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or other information. In light of these risks, results could differ materially from those stated, implied or inferred from the forward-looking statements contained in this announcement.
Shell's net carbon intensity
Also, in this announcement we may refer to Shell's "Net Carbon Intensity", which includes Shell's carbon emissions from the production of our energy products, our suppliers' carbon emissions in supplying energy for that production and our customers' carbon emissions associated with their use of the energy products we sell. Shell only controls its own emissions. The use of the term Shell's "Net Carbon Intensity" is for convenience only and not intended to suggest these emissions are those of Shell plc or its subsidiaries.
Shell's net-Zero Emissions Target
Shell's operating plan, outlook and budgets are forecasted for a ten-year period and are updated every year. They reflect the current economic environment and what we can reasonably expect to see over the next ten years. Accordingly, they reflect our Scope 1, Scope 2 and Net Carbon Intensity (NCI) targets over the next ten years. However, Shell's operating plans cannot reflect our 2050 net-zero emissions target and 2035 NCI target, as these targets are currently outside our planning period. In the future, as society moves towards net-zero emissions, we expect Shell's operating plans to reflect this movement. However, if society is not net zero in 2050, as of today, there would be significant risk that Shell may not meet this target.
Forward Looking Non-GAAP measures
This announcement may contain certain forward-looking non-GAAP measures such as [cash capital expenditure] and [divestments]. We are unable to provide a reconciliation of these forward-looking Non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP financial measures because certain information needed to reconcile those Non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP financial measures is dependent on future events some of which are outside the control of Shell, such as oil and gas prices, interest rates and exchange rates. Moreover, estimating such GAAP measures with the required precision necessary to provide a meaningful reconciliation is extremely difficult and could not be accomplished without unreasonable effort. Non-GAAP measures in respect of future periods which cannot be reconciled to the most comparable GAAP financial measure are calculated in a manner which is consistent with the accounting policies applied in Shell plc's consolidated financial statements.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 2:10 PM EST|Updated: 1 hour ago
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DERA ISMAIL KHAN - The Food Safety and Halal Food Authority (FS&HFA) has wasted about 500 liters of adulterated milk and imposed fines of Rs 150,000 over violations in Dera Ismail Khan during the three-day special campaign against milk adulteration.
The campaign was launched following the directions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Food and FS&HFA Deputy Director Sajjad Ahmad had formed a special team at the district level. The team comprised representatives from FS&HFA, Dairy Development and livestock department and district administration. The team conducted operations at different places at different times across the district and collected over 150 samples which were tested for both water and chemical adulteration with the help of a state-of-the-art mobile food testing laboratory. The chemical adulteration was not found in any of the collected milk samples, however, water adulteration was found in several samples.
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Sydney Couple Charged with Christmas Present Theft: A Shadow on Holiday Merriment
Christmas cheer was dampened in Sydney’s western suburbs as a couple was apprehended and charged with stealing Christmas gifts from residences on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The 48-year-old man and the 47-year-old woman, whose identities have not been disclosed, now face multiple charges related to deception, breaking and entering, and possession of stolen property. They have been denied bail and are scheduled to appear in court to face the charges.
A Holiday Crime Spree
The thefts reportedly occurred in several homes across Parramatta, Merrylands, Granville, and Rosehill. Stolen items ranged from practical appliances like vacuum cleaners to high-end luxury brand bags and shoes, and high-value gadgets. The total estimated value of the stolen items has been reported at over $15,000. The male suspect faces 12 offenses, while the woman is up against seven counts of dishonestly obtaining property by deception.
Community Impact and Response
The thefts have cast a shadow over the holiday season, highlighting a concerning trend of increased thefts during this period. The community has been urged to take necessary precautions to prevent such thefts. The police investigation led to the discovery and confiscation of the stolen items at a residence in Parramatta, marking a small victory in the fight against this opportunistic theft.
Global Trend of Holiday Thefts
These incidents in Sydney echo similar incidents of Christmas present theft reported in Apsley and Benson, indicating a pattern of opportunistic theft during the holiday season worldwide. This disturbing trend underscores the necessity for citizens to remain vigilant and for law enforcement to step up efforts to ensure the safety and security of their communities, particularly during festive seasons.
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2000 Swedish kronor to Danish kroner
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Venezuela said Saturday it will continue to deploy nearly 6,000 troops until a British military vessel sent to neighboring Guyana leaves the waters off the coast of the two South American nations.
In a video posted to X, Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino appeared surrounded by military officers in front of a marked up map of Venezuela and Guyana, a former British colony.
Padrdino said the forces are “safeguarding our national sovereignty.”
“Armed forces have been deployed not just in the east of the country, but across the entire territory,” he said. “They will be there until this British imperialist boat leaves the disputed waters between Venezuela and Guyana.”
The Defense Ministry confirmed to The Associated Press that the video was made at a military base in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas.
The video comes after weeks of tensions between the two countries over Venezuela’s renewed claim to a region in Guyana known as Essequibo, a sparsely populated stretch of land roughly the size of Florida that is rich in oil and minerals. Operations generate some $1 billion a year for the impoverished country of nearly 800,000 people that saw its economy expand by nearly 60% in the first half of this year.
Venezuela has long argued it was cheated out of the territory when Europeans and the U.S. set the border. Guayana, which has controlled the zone for decades, says the original agreement was legally binding and the dispute should be decided by the International Court of Justice in the Netherlands.
The century-old dispute was recently reignited with the discovery of oil in Guyana, and has escalated since Venezuela reported that its citizens voted in a Dec. 3 referendum to claim Essequibo, which makes up two-thirds of its smaller neighbor.
Critics of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro say the socialist leader is using the tensions to distract from internal turmoil and stoke nationalism in the lead up to presidential elections next year.
In recent weeks, the leaders of Guyana and Venezuela promised in a tense meeting that neither side would use threats or force against the other, but failed to reach agreement on how to address the bitter dispute.
Tensions came to another head with Friday’s arrival in Guyana of the Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Trent, which officials said had been taking part in an operation combatting drug smuggling in the Caribbean near the coast of Guyana. Most recently used to intercept pirates and drug smugglers off Africa, the ship is equipped with cannons and a landing pad for helicopters and drones and can carry around 50 marines.
Maduro said the ship’s deployment violates the shaky agreement between Venezuela and Guyana, calling its presence a threat to his country. In response, Maduro ordered Venezuela’s military — including air and naval forces — to conduct exercises near the disputed area.
“We believe in diplomacy, in dialogue and in peace, but no one is going to threaten Venezuela,” Maduro said. “This is an unacceptable threat to any sovereign country in Latin America.”
Guyana’s government rejected Maduro’s claims, with officials saying that the visit was a planned activity aimed at improving the nation’s defense capabilities and that the ship’s visit would continue as scheduled.
During talks earlier in December, Guyanese President Irfaan Ali said his nation reserved its right to work with partners to ensure the defense of his country. Guyana has a military of only 3,000 soldiers, 200 sailors and four small patrol boats known as Barracudas, while Venezuela has about 235,000 active military personnel in its army, air force, navy and national guard.
“Nothing that we do or have done is threatening Venezuela,” Guyana’s vice president, Bharrat Jagdeo, told reporters in Georgetown, the nation’s capital.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, reflects on the consequences the Arab Spring has had for the Middle East.
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BAGHDAD (AP) — Three overnight airstrikes on eastern Syria near a strategic border crossing with Iraq killed six Iran-backed militants Saturday, two members of Iraqi militia groups told The Associated Press.
The strikes on the border region of Boukamal came hours after an umbrella group of Iran-backed Iraqi militants known as the Islamic Resistance claimed an attack on a U.S. military base in northern Iraq’s city of Irbil.
The group has conducted over a hundred attacks on U.S. positions in Iraq and eastern Syria since the onset of the Israel-Hamas war on Oct. 7.
Four of the militants killed were from Lebanon’s powerful Hezbollah group, while the other two were Syrian, the militia group members said. Another two were injured, they added. They spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not cleared to speak with journalists.
Meanwhile, an activist collective that covers news in the area, Deir Ezzor 24, said the airstrikes hit two militant posts and a weapons warehouse that it says was recently stocked with rocket launchers and munitions.
Britain-backed opposition war monitor the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said that in addition to the weapons warehouse, the strikes targeted a militants’ convoy that had arrived in Syria from Iraq and a location where a militia affiliated with Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard was training.
The monitoring group reported that the strikes killed nine people — three Syrians and six people from other nationalities.
A U.S. official said the United States did not carry out the strikes. The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss military operations.
Washington has confirmed previous strikes on Iran-backed militia positions following the surge of attacks over the past two months.
President Joe Biden last week ordered the U.S. military to carry out strikes on Iranian-backed Iraqi groups following a rocket attack that wounded three U.S. troops.
The spike in tension has put Baghdad in a delicate situation. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has tried to ease the strain between the militant groups that helped him reach power and the U.S. where Iraq’s foreign reserves are housed.
The Boukamal region in Deir el-Zour, Syria, located along the Iraqi border, has been a strategic area for Iran-backed militants since it was taken back from the extremist Islamic State group in 2019. U.S. coalition forces conducted strikes targeting convoys there before the recent spike in tensions.
Later, Syrian state media reported that Israeli airstrikes over areas south of the city of Aleppo caused damage, but no casualties were reported. Pro-government radio station Sham FM said the strikes were near Aleppo’s airport but did not damage it.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said just one of six Israeli missiles landed near the airport and that the rest landed in areas where Iran-backed militants and weapons warehouses were present. It said the strikes killed or wounded seven people, without giving further details.
Israel has carried out hundreds of strikes on targets inside government-controlled parts of war-torn Syria in recent years.
It does not usually acknowledge such airstrikes. When it has, however, it said it was targeting Iran-backed groups there that supported Syrian President Bashar Assad’s government.
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Chehayeb reported from Beirut. Associated Press writer Lolita Baldor contributed to this report from Stratford, Connecticut.
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Michael Jordan's $3.3billion net worth is in Conor McGregor's sights
UFC superstar Conor McGregor is aiming to become the richest athlete of all time, recently speaking on his dreams to catch Michael Jordan's net worth
Conor McGregor has a big dream; to beat Michael Jordan's net worth of $3.3 billion. The Irishman has a long way to go, but he has already made over $633 million from selling his whiskey brand and winning fights. McGregor is confident he can do it, especially as he is 26 years younger than basketball legend Jordan.
"33 is an angel number," McGregor told the UFC. "It's motivating, Michael Jordan's at the top spot, obviously with the Jordan Brand that took him there, he's worth multiple billions - I think it's $3.3 billion he's made.
"I'm closing in on a billion. I think I'm at about $650 million all in that I have made. They estimate that I would probably have to do my own little check of that, but I fancy my chances of getting up that list. It was good to see that Forbes [richest athletes of the year list] was a goal of mine to hit that, I got that, and onwards we go."
Jordan earned an estimated $93.7 million during his 19-year NBA career as a player for both the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards.
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In just 2022 alone, Jordan Brand reportedly reeled in $5.1 billion and was said to be given five percent of that as part of a deal with Nike, earning an extra $150 to $256 million.
In June 2023, according to ESPN, Jordan sold his main share in the Charlotte Hornets for about $3 billion, ending his 13-year reign as the majority owner. On the other hand, McGregor remains active, with additional ventures such as his Forged Irish Stout beer and various pubs, including The Black Forge Inn in Dublin.
He also has lucrative endorsement deals with big names like Beats by Dre, Monster Energy, Reebok, Bud Light, and more. The 35-year-old is also involved in TIDL Recovery spray and runs his management company, Paradigm Sports.
McGregor famously promoted the TIDL Recovery spray during an incident during Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets after he punched the Heat's mascot. The man who plays the Miami Heat mascot was taken to the hospital for treatment, but the Irishman said the viral moment was a promotion for his pain relief spray.
The spray did not work as expected. As per The Athletic, the person who was playing "Burnie," the mascot, received pain medication from the doctor at a nearby hospital's emergency room. The individual was discharged and was said to make a quick and complete recovery.
McGregor's goal of reaching Jordan's level is not impossible with his involvement in various organizations and industries. However, McGregor must keep expanding his profile to become the highest-paid athlete.
Jordan Brand alone provides a steady income for Jordan, enabling him to pursue other ventures like becoming a co-owner of a NASCAR team in late 2020. Yet, if McGregor plays his cards right, he could join that discussion sooner rather than later.
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Lithium-ion battery fire in a cargo ship's hold is out after several days of burning
The U.S. Coast Guard says a lithium-ion battery fire on a cargo ship is out after days of burning off the coast of Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- After lithium-ion batteries burned in a large cargo ship's hold for a number of days, the U.S. Coast Guard said late Saturday that the fire was out and directed the ship to anchor near Dutch Harbor, Alaska.
The 19 crew members of the ship, Genius Star XI, were uninjured and technicians from the Salvage and Marine Firefighting team remain onboard to ensure the fire doesn't return, according to a Coast Guard press release.
“This protected anchorage ... will allow the vessel to remain stable, minimizing risk of any re-flash of the fire as we continue our response," Capt. Chris Culpepper said in the press release, which said an investigation into the fire's origins will begin once response efforts wrap up.
Genius Star XI was shipping lithium-ion batteries from Vietnam to San Diego. The crew alerted the Coast Guard early Thursday morning to the fire, after pumping carbon dioxide into hold No. 1 — where the blaze began — and sealing it, fearing an explosion.
The Coast Guard diverted the 410-foot (125-meter) cargo ship to Dutch Harbor, one of the nation’s busiest fishing ports located in Unalaska, an Aleutian Islands community about 800 miles (1,287 kilometers) southwest of Anchorage.
Arriving Friday, Genius Star XI was kept 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from shore to mitigate the risks of toxic gases produced by the fire to the community and environment while responders worked to extinguish the flames, Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Mike Salerno said in an email to The Associated Press.
There have been no oil leaks associated with the fire, according to the ship's owners, Wisdom Marine Group.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
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Seeking details on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can catch all eight games involving teams from the Pac-12.
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CUSA Games Today: How to Watch CUSA Games, TV Schedule, Live Streaming Options - Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
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Tama River Mystery: Body Found in Suitcase Identified as Yuji Hara
In an unsettling revelation, the police in Kawasaki City, Japan, have disclosed the identity of a suspected murder victim found inside a suitcase by the Tama River, near Haneda Airport. The deceased has been named as 46-year-old, Yuji Hara. His profession at the time of his death, however, remains a mystery.
A Grisly Discovery
On a late Friday night, a local fisherman’s quiet outing turned into a grim blot on the serene landscape. He noticed a suitcase on wheels near the river, its sinister secret hidden away. He quickly alerted the emergency services. It was only the next morning that the officers, upon retrieving the mysterious suitcase, discovered an adult male’s body inside, leading to a chilling realization that a heinous crime had been committed.
Autopsy Sheds Light on Cause of Death
An autopsy conducted subsequently revealed that the cause of death was suffocation. More disturbingly, it was also determined that the body had been deceased for several days prior to its discovery. The unnatural position of the body, with its arms and legs bent and crammed within the confines of the suitcase, painted a horrifying picture of the last moments of the victim’s life.
A Full-Scale Investigation Underway
The Kanagawa Prefectural Police are now treating the case as both a murder and abandonment of a corpse. The grim discovery has sparked a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hara’s death. Authorities are leaving no stone unturned in their quest to identify any potential suspects involved in this chilling crime. The incident has sent shockwaves through the city and raised questions about safety and security.
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DG KHAN - Dera Ghazi Khan (division) decided to set up 64 temporary police pickets to beef up security arrangements during New Year Night. A total of 907 police officials along with 10 DSPs and 128 other officers were deputed at different locations to monitor the security. The security arrangements were extended across all four districts of the region including DG Khan, Layyah, Muzaffargarh and Rajanpur. Special attention has been given to key locations such as important venues, entertainment spots, public parks, bustling markets. To maintain a vigilant presence, 46 police mobiles and 47 motorcycle squad teams will be continuously patrolling the area, complemented by constant monitoring through CCTV cameras.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, discusses the varied social and political cultures that can be found throughout the Middle East.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, discusses the varied social and political cultures that can be found throughout the Middle East.
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NEW YORK (AP) — It’s an annual end-of-year exercise in futility for many. But a clean slate awaits at the stroke of midnight for the next round of resolutions.
From the first spray of fireworks to the closing chorus of “Auld Lang Syne” 366 days into the future — 2024 is a leap year — it could be the year for finally achieving long-elusive goals, fulfilling aspirations and being resolute on all those New Year resolutions.
“As humans, we are creatures that aspire,” said Omid Fotuhi, a social psychologist who is a motivation and performance researcher.
“The fact that we have goals, the fact that we want to set goals is just a manifestation of that internal and almost universal desire to want to stretch, to want to reach, to want to expand and grow,” said Fotuhi, the director of learning innovation at Western Governors University Labs and a research associate at the University of Pittsburgh.
“New Year’s resolutions are one of those ways in which we do that,” he said. “There’s something very liberating about a fresh start. Imagine starting on a blank canvas. Anything is possible.”
If so, could this be the year to run a marathon, vanquish (or make peace with) old foes such as the bathroom scale and a thickening waist? Maybe learn Mandarin or register to vote, and actually vote? So many questions, and so much time to delay.
Tim Williams used to issue himself a panoply of resolutions: lose weight, drink less, exercise more and yada yada.
Now, he doesn’t bother.
“In the past, I would make them, and I would fail or give up on them or whatever,” said Williams, a part-time resident of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Carla Valeria Silva de Santos, a Florida transplant from Brazil, wants to learn to play the guitar. A native Portuguese speaker, she wants to learn Spanish and improve her English.
With any resolution, she said, the ultimate goal is “to improve your life and be in peace with yourself.”
Josh Moore, another Fort Lauderdale resident, sees things in line with the natural philosopher Sir Isaac Newton and physics. For every action there must be an equal reaction.
“If you do something like eat a bunch of candy or a bunch of desserts at a holiday party, go run,” he said while interrupting a jog with his dog. “Maybe you went out drinking too much and you might have a hangover. But then next day when you’re feeling better, go to the gym.”
Too many people are too soft on themselves, he posited. “You’ve got to actually hold yourself accountable.”
Resolutions don’t have to be big, grandiose or overly ambitious, Fotuhi said.
Even it they are, he said value should not exclusively be derived from the achievement but also be measured by what you become by trying to better yourself.
“Goals are only there to serve a function to get you started,” Fotuhi said. “If they don’t do that, then maybe that’s not the appropriate goal for you.”
In other words, it is a time to recalibrate goals and expectations, he said, adding that some people hang on to outdated goals for way too long.
“If you set a goal that’s overly ambitious, that doesn’t have the effect of getting you excited and making you believe that it’s possible, then maybe you should think about a goal that’s a little bit more within your reach — starting with a 5k for instance, then moving up to 10K,” Fotuhi said.
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Kozin contributed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Paula Abdul has accused former “American Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexually assaulting her in the early 2000s when she was a judge on the reality competition show, according to a new lawsuit.
The lawsuit filed Friday in Los Angeles also accuses Lythgoe of sexually assaulting Abdul after she left “American Idol” and became a judge on Lythgoe’s other competition show “So You Think You Can Dance.”
The Associated Press generally does not identify alleged victims of sexual assault unless they come forward publicly, as Abdul has done.
In a statement Saturday, Abdul’s lawyer Douglas Johnson applauded the singer and dancer for speaking out publicly.
“It was clearly a difficult decision to make, but Ms. Abdul knows that she stands both in the shoes and on the shoulders of many other similarly situated survivors, and she is determined to see that justice is done,” Johnson said.
Lythgoe said in a statement that he was “shocked and saddened” to hear of the allegations made by Abdul, who he said he considered a “dear” and “entirely platonic” friend.
“While Paula’s history of erratic behavior is well known, I can’t pretend to understand exactly why she would file a lawsuit that she must know is untrue,” Lythgoe said in the statement. “But I can promise that I will fight this appalling smear with everything I have.”
The lawsuit states Abdul remained silent for years about the alleged assaults out of fear of retaliation by “one of the most well-known producers of television competition shows.”
Before “American Idol” and “So You Think You Can Dance,” on which Lythgoe served as a judge for 16 seasons, he was a producer on the British show “Pop Idol,” which became a global franchise that includes the U.S. iteration starring Abdul.
According to the lawsuit, the first sexual assault occurred while Abdul and Lythgoe were on the road filming auditions for an earlier season of “American Idol,” which premiered in 2002.
Abdul says Lythgoe groped her in the elevator of their hotel after a day of filming and “began shoving his tongue down her throat.” Abdul pushed him away and ran to her hotel room when the elevator doors opened.
“In tears, Abdul quickly called one of her representatives to inform them of the assault,” the lawsuit says, “but ultimately decided not to take action for fear that Lythgoe would have her fired from American Idol.”
Abdul, a Grammy- and Emmy-winning artist, starred as a judge for the first eight seasons, leaving in 2009.
In 2015, Abdul became a judge on “So You Think You Can Dance,” appearing alongside Lythgoe.
Around that time, Abdul alleged in the lawsuit, Lythgoe forced himself on top of her during a dinner at his home and tried to kiss her. Abdul said she again pushed Lythgoe away and immediately left.
Abdul left the reality show after two seasons. She has not worked with Lythgoe since.
The lawsuit also accuses Lythgoe of taunting Abdul about the alleged assaults, saying to her years later that “they should celebrate” because “the statute of limitations had run.”
Abdul filed the suit days before the Dec. 31 deadline of a California law that opened a one-year window for victims to file lawsuits involving sexual abuse claims after the statute of limitations has run out.
More than 3,700 legal claims were filed under a similar law in New York that expired last month.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico and Venezuela announced Saturday that they have restarted repatriation flights of Venezuelans migrants in Mexico, the latest move by countries in the region to take on a flood of people traveling north to the United States.
The move comes as authorities say at least 10,000 migrants a day have been arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border, many of them asylum seekers. It also comes as a migrant caravan of thousands of people from across the region — largely Venezuelans — has trekked through southern Mexico this week.
The repatriation flights are part of an agreement made between regional leaders during a summit in Mexico in October that aimed to seek solutions for migration levels that show few signs of slowing down.
Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Relations said the two countries began repatriations with a flight on Friday and a second on Saturday in an effort to “strengthen their cooperation on migration issues.” The statement also said the two countries plan to implement social and work programs for those repatriated to Venezuela.
“Mexico and Venezuela reiterate their commitment to address the structural causes that fuel irregular migration in the region, and to achieve a humanitarian management of such flows,” the statement read.
Mexico’s government said it previously carried out a similar repatriation flight last Jan. 20 with 110 people.
Venezuelan authorities said Saturday that 207 Venezuelans had landed in Caracas on one of the latest flights.
Gustavo Vizcaino, director of Venezuela’s migration agency, said the migrants came on a “voluntary return flight,” part of a 2018 program of President Nicolas Maduro’s government seeking to bring back Venezuelans who have fled the country’s economic and political crisis.
As migration has soared in recent years, the U.S. government has pressured Latin American nations to control the movement of migrants north, but many transit countries have struggled to deal with the quantities of people.
This week, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other Biden administration officials were in Mexico City to meet with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador about the high levels of migrants landing on the U.S.-Mexico border.
López Obrador said he also spoke about the issue in a phone call with Presient Joe Biden on Dec. 20.
“He asked — Joe Biden asked to speak with me — he was worried about the situation on the border because of the unprecedented number of migrants arriving at the border,” Mexico’s leader said. “He called me, saying we had to look for a solution together.”
López Obrador has said he is willing to help, but in exchange he wants the U.S. to send more development aid to migrants’ home countries and to reduce or eliminate sanctions against Cuba and Venezuela.
Mexico’s president and other critics of American foreign policy have cited the sanctions on Cuba and Venezuela as one of the root causes of high migration.
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David Beckham takes aim at wife Victoria with cheeky Christmas message
David Beckham relived his popular "working class" joke showcased on his Netflix documentary regarding his wife in a new photo posted online
Soccer icon David Beckham played up a prior joke that challenged his wife Victoria's claim of hailing from a working-class background in a new photo revealed on social media.
Beckham took to Instagram to share a family photo at The Ritz for a New Year's Eve lunch. The photo was captioned, "Just a nice casual New Year's Eve lunch at The Ritz." Directed at Victoria, David continued writing, "Very working class. My mother & father-in-law left in their Rolls Royce."
In his Netflix docuseries, "Beckham," the Manchester United and Real Madrid legend corrected his wife for claiming she grew up with a less-than-posh lifestyle.
"Both of our parents worked really hard. We're very working-class," Victoria said when talking about her background compared to David's and saying they were similar.
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"Be honest," David said while staring at her as he peeked through a door. "I am being honest," she sternly replied. "What car did your dad drive you to school in?" he questioned.
Victoria evaded his claims until finally caving in and saying, "It's not a simple answer," and "It depends," before she finally answered, "In the '80s, my dad had a Rolls-Royce." "Thank you," David retorted before shutting the door behind him.
Devoted fans of the Beckhams responded with humor to the revelation, commending David for fostering an environment where his wife, Victoria, could be authentic rather than conforming to any preconceived media portrayals. The jest about Victoria's "working class" background gained momentum as fans generated an overload of puns and memes to perpetuate the lighthearted banter.
"This is always going to be so funny. Happy New Year to you all," wrote one fan of the family. Another chimed in, saying: "Happy New Year to a lovely family. I absolutely loved the bit in the documentary; it showed a side of VB that I loved. I suspect she has always been like that, but the press painted a totally different person."
"David, you said you loved posh things, and now you are being sarcastic; Happy New Year, guys! Enjoy," said another fan. "It made for good TV. Don't be too hard on her," joked another.
Jacqueline Adams, who happens to be Victoria Beckham's mother, worked as an insurance clerk and a hairdresser, according to Distractify. Her father, Anthony Adams, was an electronics engineer, as reported by the BBC. His work contributed to their family's comfortable lifestyle, which might explain their ownership of a Rolls-Royce.
In the mid-1990s, Victoria pursued her education at Laine Theatre Arts College in Epsom, England, with a focus on dance and modeling. Since then, she has made a name for herself in the music industry, created her own fashion line, and secured many lucrative deals with high-end brands.
Regardless of Victoria Beckham's upbringing conditions, the couple has an estimated net worth of $518 million, according to the Sunday Times Rich List. It is reported that they will earn $20 million from the Netflix documentary where the joke was mentioned.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Big Ten on the schedule. For details on how to watch all of the postseason action, keep scrolling.
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Bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here, with eight games involving teams from the Big Ten on the schedule. For details on how to watch all of the postseason action, keep scrolling.
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Islamabad - The Pakistan Tennis Federation is pleased to inform you that the 8th Serena Hotels National Ranking Tennis Championships-2023 concluded at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad. The Serena Hotels Tennis Championships is a very renowned event, held annually as part of their Sports Diplomacy.
In the Mens Singles Final, AQEEL KHAN beat MUHAMMAD SHOAIB 6-3,1-6,6-2 and won the Serena Hotels Mens Title.
In the Ladies’ Singles Final, Sarah Mahboob Khan beat Meheq Khokhar 6-3,6-2 and won the Serena Hotels Ladies’ Title.
In the Boys Single 14 under Final, Amir Mazari beat Abdul Basit 7-5,5-7,7-5 and won the Serena Hotels Boys Single 14& under Title.
Mr. Aziz Boolani CEO of Serena Hotels was the Chief Guest at the Closing Ceremony. Senator Salim Saifullah Khan President-PTF was the Guest of honour at the Closing Ceremony. The closing ceremony was also attended by Col. Gul Rehman[R] Secretary-General, Imran Hassan (Director/S&M/TPS) Serena Hotels, Hina Nazir Serena Hotels, Muhammad Saleem Marwat President-KP Tennis Association, Mr Arif Qureshi Seretary-ITA and a large number of players, Coaches, parents, media persons, officials of the Serena Hotels and tennis lovers.
Senator Salim Saifullah Khan President-PTF thanked the Management of Serena Hotels, especially Mr. Aziz Boolani-CEO Serena Hotels for the promotion of tennis in Pakistan. The President PTF thanked the Print and electronic media for the wide coverage of the event. The Championships was supervised by Mr. Shahzad Akhtar Alvi -ITF White Badge Referee.
Results:
Mens Singles Final: Aqeel Khan bt Muhammad Shoaib 6-3,1-6,6-2
Ladies Singles Final: Sarah Mahboob Khan bt Meheq Khaokhar 6-3,6-2
Boys Single 14& Final: Amir Muhammad Khan Mazari bt Abdul Basit 7-5,5-7,7-5
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Seeking details on how to watch all of the college football postseason matchups now that bowl season and the College Football Playoff are here? Below, we highlight how you can catch all eight games involving teams from the Pac-12.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, examines which countries share an interest in and responsibility for helping Iraq re-stabilize and rebuild.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, examines which countries share an interest in and responsibility for helping Iraq re-stabilize and rebuild.
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https://curiositystream.com/title/video/157
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MILAN (AP) — The Italian city of Venice announced new limits Saturday on the size of tourist groups, the latest move to reduce the pressure of mass tourism on the famed canal city.
Starting in June, groups will be limited to 25 people, or roughly half the capacity of a tourist bus, and the use of loudspeakers, “which can generate confusion and disturbances,” will be banned, the city said in a statement.
The city official charged with security, Elisabetta Pesce, said the policies were aimed at improving the movement of groups through Venice’s historic center as well as the heavily visited islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello.
The city previously announced plans to test a new day-tripper fee this year. The 5 euros ($5.45) per person fee will be applied on 29 peak days between April and mid-July, including most weekends. It is intended to regulate crowds, encourage longer visits and improve the quality of life for Venice residents.
The U.N. cultural agency cited tourism’s impact on the fragile lagoon city as a major factor in it twice considering placing Venice on UNESCO’s list of heritage sites in danger.
The city escaped the first time by limiting the arrival of large cruise ships through the Giudecca Canal and again in September when it announced the roll-out of the day-tripper charge, which had been delayed when tourism declined during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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VENTURA, Calif. (AP) — Southern California’s Ventura County issued a temporary evacuation warning Saturday for some coastal residents due to high surf that pounded the West Coast this week but has begun to calm down.
County officials warned that powerful waves, expected to reach up to 20 feet (6 meters) high, were forecast near a stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway, and the fire department told people to avoid coastal areas. Authorities lifted the evacuation warning in the afternoon.
People who gathered in the morning at Pierpont Beach in the city of Ventura to gaze at the churning waters were warned not to go beyond the large sand berms that were put up Friday to protect waterfront homes, and officials closed some streets.
Ventura Mayor Joe Schroeder called this week’s surf an “extraordinary event,” the likes of which he had not previously seen in his 14 years living in the city.
Fire department spokesperson Andy VanSciver said there were no reports Saturday of damage or injuries but the evacuation warning would remain in place until the waves recede. Earlier in the week, authorities rescued eight people who were injured by the surf.
Elsewhere along the California coast, flooding led to closures of some streets and bike paths. A high surf warning in the San Francisco Bay Area was downgraded to an advisory, with the National Weather Service saying wave heights had declined.
Some surfers took advantage of the waves in Seal Beach, a small city about 30 miles (45 kilometers) south of Los Angeles.
Miles Malohn, a 23-year-old from Irvine who has been surfing for about a decade, said it was one of the largest winter swells he has seen in years.
“It was pretty hectic out there for a few waves,” Malohn said. “You had to be really selective with which ones that you ride so that you don’t end up hurt or wiping out really bad.”
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Austin reported from Sacramento, and AP photographer Damian Dovarganes in Seal Beach, California, contributed. Austin is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Austin on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter: @sophieadanna
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Teen Motorcyclist Injured in Hit-and-Run Incident in Flintshire
An 18-year-old motorcyclist has been grievously injured in a hit-and-run incident that transpired in Holywell, Flintshire. The unfortunate event occurred on Ffordd Parc y Fron at approximately 20:04 GMT on a seemingly ordinary Saturday evening.
In the aftermath of the accident, the driver of a car, believed to be a green Vauxhall Corsa, initially displayed signs of responsibility as he stopped and exited his vehicle. But in an unexpected turn of events, the driver fled the scene without providing assistance to the injured motorcyclist or leaving any personal details behind.
Immediate Aftermath and Police Intervention
The injured motorcyclist, his life hanging in the balance, was swiftly transported to Ysbyty Glan Clwyd hospital by ambulance. His current condition, while serious, is stable under the vigilant care of the medical team.
Meanwhile, North Wales Police have launched an active hunt for the driver involved in the accident. They have made a public appeal for the driver to come forward and face the consequences of his actions.
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UConn vs. DePaul Predictions, BetMGM Promo Codes, & Picks: Spread, Total - January 2
Tuesday's contest between the No. 5 UConn Huskies (11-2, 1-1 Big East) and DePaul Blue Demons (3-9, 0-1 Big East) at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion has a projected final score of 82-63 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored UConn, so it should be a one-sided matchup. The game will start at 6:30 PM ET on January 2.
The game has no set line.
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UConn vs. DePaul Game Info & Odds
- Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- TV: Fox Sports 1
- Where: Storrs, Connecticut
- Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
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UConn vs. DePaul Score Prediction
- Prediction: UConn 82, DePaul 63
Spread & Total Prediction for UConn vs. DePaul
- Computer Predicted Spread: UConn (-19.1)
- Computer Predicted Total: 144.8
UConn has a 7-5-0 record against the spread so far this season compared to DePaul, who is 4-7-0 ATS. The Huskies are 6-6-0 and the Blue Demons are 4-7-0 in terms of hitting the over.
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UConn Performance Insights
- The Huskies' +244 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 18.8 points per game) is a result of scoring 83 points per game (37th in college basketball) while giving up 64.2 per outing (38th in college basketball).
- UConn wins the rebound battle by an average of 10.4 boards. It is pulling down 39.6 rebounds per game (68th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 29.2 per outing.
- UConn knocks down 8.1 three-pointers per game (127th in college basketball) at a 32.7% rate (223rd in college basketball), compared to the 6.1 per game its opponents make at a 35.1% rate.
- The Huskies rank seventh in college basketball by averaging 109 points per 100 possessions on offense, and defensively are 58th in college basketball, allowing 84.4 points per 100 possessions.
- UConn has come up on top in the turnover battle by 1.2 turnovers per game, committing 9.5 (30th in college basketball action) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
DePaul Performance Insights
- The Blue Demons' -102 scoring differential (being outscored by 8.5 points per game) is a result of putting up 66.9 points per game (331st in college basketball) while giving up 75.4 per outing (283rd in college basketball).
- DePaul falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.9 boards. It pulls down 31.3 rebounds per game (350th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 36.2.
- DePaul makes 6.9 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.2 on average.
- DePaul has lost the turnover battle on average this season, committing 13.3 per game (298th in college basketball) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
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UConn vs. DePaul Predictions, BetMGM Promo Codes, & Picks: Spread, Total - January 2
Tuesday's contest between the No. 5 UConn Huskies (11-2, 1-1 Big East) and DePaul Blue Demons (3-9, 0-1 Big East) at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion has a projected final score of 82-63 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored UConn, so it should be a one-sided matchup. The game will start at 6:30 PM ET on January 2.
The game has no set line.
Sportsbook Promo Codes
UConn vs. DePaul Game Info & Odds
- Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
- Time: 6:30 PM ET
- TV: Fox Sports 1
- Where: Storrs, Connecticut
- Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
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UConn vs. DePaul Score Prediction
- Prediction: UConn 82, DePaul 63
Spread & Total Prediction for UConn vs. DePaul
- Computer Predicted Spread: UConn (-19.1)
- Computer Predicted Total: 144.8
UConn has a 7-5-0 record against the spread so far this season compared to DePaul, who is 4-7-0 ATS. The Huskies are 6-6-0 and the Blue Demons are 4-7-0 in terms of hitting the over.
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UConn Performance Insights
- The Huskies' +244 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 18.8 points per game) is a result of scoring 83 points per game (37th in college basketball) while giving up 64.2 per outing (38th in college basketball).
- UConn wins the rebound battle by an average of 10.4 boards. It is pulling down 39.6 rebounds per game (68th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 29.2 per outing.
- UConn knocks down 8.1 three-pointers per game (127th in college basketball) at a 32.7% rate (223rd in college basketball), compared to the 6.1 per game its opponents make at a 35.1% rate.
- The Huskies rank seventh in college basketball by averaging 109 points per 100 possessions on offense, and defensively are 58th in college basketball, allowing 84.4 points per 100 possessions.
- UConn has come up on top in the turnover battle by 1.2 turnovers per game, committing 9.5 (30th in college basketball action) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
DePaul Performance Insights
- The Blue Demons' -102 scoring differential (being outscored by 8.5 points per game) is a result of putting up 66.9 points per game (331st in college basketball) while giving up 75.4 per outing (283rd in college basketball).
- DePaul falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 4.9 boards. It pulls down 31.3 rebounds per game (350th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 36.2.
- DePaul makes 6.9 three-pointers per game (244th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.2 on average.
- DePaul has lost the turnover battle on average this season, committing 13.3 per game (298th in college basketball) while forcing 10.7 (294th in college basketball).
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Big Ten Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 25, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST|Updated: 36 minutes ago
The bowl season schedule features eight Big Ten matchups, with LSU (-8.5) against Wisconsin among the best bets versus the spread, based on our projections. For more tips, including parlay opportunities, scroll down.
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Best Week 18 Big Ten Spread Bets
Pick: LSU -8.5 vs. Wisconsin
- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers
- Projected Favorite & Spread: LSU by 21.3 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN2 (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Maryland +4.5 vs. Auburn
- Matchup: Auburn Tigers at Maryland Terrapins
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Maryland by 6.2 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
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Pick: Penn State -6 vs. Ole Miss
- Matchup: Ole Miss Rebels at Penn State Nittany Lions
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Penn State by 15.7 points
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Date: December 30
- TV Channel: ESPN
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Over 35.5 - Iowa vs. Tennessee
- Matchup: Iowa Hawkeyes at Tennessee Volunteers
- Projected Total: 42.2 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ABC (Stream on Fubo)
Over 44.5 - Bowling Green vs. Minnesota
- Matchup: Bowling Green Falcons at Minnesota Golden Gophers
- Projected Total: 48.3 points
- Time: 2:00 PM ET
- Date: December 26
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Over 45.5 - Alabama vs. Michigan
- Matchup: Alabama Crimson Tide at Michigan Wolverines
- Projected Total: 48.9 points
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
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ISLAMABAD-The All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) has stressed the need for new policies and widespread structural reforms in the upcoming year of 2024 to help investors launch their ventures with ease and comfort, as the country has been lagging behind in the ease of doing business index over the years and especially in the concluding year of 2023.
The APBF President Syed Maaz Mahmood, in a new year message released to media on Sunday, observed that a policy should be finalised after incorporating inputs from real stakeholders of the business community, including the APBF, with the sole aim of facilitating foreign and domestic investment by removing the unnecessary bureaucratic and administrative hurdles that slow down the process of starting new business ventures and hinder economic growth.
Quoting the figures, he stated that in the recent Ease of Doing Business Index, Pakistan is considerably behind peer economies, ranking 108 out of 190. In the regulatory area of Starting a Business, Pakistan ranked 72 out of 190 countries. The scope of the new policy intervention in 2024 should be limited to NOCs required by federal regulatory agencies for incorporation and starting operations of a business activity. This policy should cover business registration and authorisation required for business operations. The policy should be applicable on all public sector entities of the federal and provincial governments that regulate businesses.
The World Bank Group’s Doing Business project provides a measure of the “Ease of Doing Business” through a set of objective indicators that focus on the impacts of laws, regulations and their enforcement across 190 economies. The government claimed that it has consistently been making efforts to improve business environment in the country. In previous years, almost 300 reforms have been implemented to improve investment climate in the country, it added. But the growing political uncertainty and institutional imbalances are adversely affecting the country’s perception. The World Bank in a publication has reported the country’s current economic model is not working since it has fallen behind its peers, significant progress in poverty reduction has now started to reverse, and the benefits of growth have accrued to a narrow elite.
Improving the efficiency of power distribution companies to encourage exports through increased private participation, and address the very high costs of electricity generation through increased renewable generation. He underlined that fiscal management must be drastically improved, and debt servicing costs and domestic revenue mobilisation are at unsustainable levels, leaving adequate resources to invest in human development and infrastructure, address economic challenges. Cutting red tape as well as opportunities for costly discretion in the government’s dealing with businesses is paramount. Structural macroeconomic imbalances, particularly on the fiscal side, will remain a prerequisite to ensure a more stable economic environment to attract investors.
The country is at a losing end insofar as poverty alleviation is concerned. Pakistan also has the lowest per capita income in South Asia and highest out-of-school kids in the world. In comparison with the region, Pakistan’s per capita income, as of 2023, is $1,660 as compared to $3,700 of Vietnam, $2,700 of Bangladesh $2,380 of India. In the 80s, Pakistan’s per capita income was far head of these countries’. Furthermore, as of 2023, India’s GDP at $.7 trillion is 11 times higher than Pakistan’s GDP of $341 billion. The APBF leader Maaz Mahmood said the policy should simplify the process of registering a business venture and minimize delays, as one of the significant regulatory barriers to investment and doing business in Pakistan is compliance with no-objection certificates, which are commonly considered regulatory barriers in obtaining regulatory approvals to investments and doing business. Through this policy, the government must plan to replace NOCs requirement for business regulation with a system of compliance verification through an effective mechanism that should operate in federal regulatory agencies adopting this policy and cover related procedures.
He said that the use of NOCs should be replaced progressively at the federal as well as provincial level by a risk-based and inter-agency compliance verification mechanism to facilitate investments and doing business in Pakistan. The low levels of investment can be attributed to a complex, multi-layered, and opaque regulatory regime that involves enforcement by federal, provincial, and municipal government agencies. Regulatory instruments used under this regime consist of various registrations, licenses, permits, and certificates, including NOCs. These regulatory requirements significantly increase the cost of doing business. He argued that the Ease of Doing Business could help promote entrepreneurship, innovation and job creation, besides stimulating economic growth, removing unnecessary delays and procedures.
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The Audacious Prison Escape of Thabo Bester and Nandipha Magudumana: A Year in Review
In a year of headline-making events, the audacious prison escape of Thabo Bester and Dr. Nandipha Magudumana, a notorious South African criminal couple, stands out. Their tale, filled with drama, suspense, and intrigue, captured the public’s attention and raised serious questions about the integrity of the country’s criminal justice system.
Unraveling the Escape Plan
Thabo Bester, a convicted killer and rapist, masterminded an audacious prison escape with the assistance of his lover, Nandipha Magudumana, and corrupt prison officials. In an elaborate scheme, Bester allegedly paid officials up to R40,000 to facilitate the escape. The couple’s actions, driven by a combination of audacity and desperation, were as shocking as they were brazen.
Notorious Criminal Couple
Thabo Bester’s past is a chronicle of scams and fraud. From running a glamorous media company from behind bars to engaging in property scams, Bester’s criminal exploits knew no bounds. Most audaciously, he claimed to have accrued over R3 billion in assets, including luxury cars and high-end properties. His partner, Dr. Nandipha Magudumana, was equally complicit, her life a testament to the allure of crime and the lengths some will go to evade justice.
The Aftermath and Public Response
After their capture in Tanzania earlier this year, Bester, Nandipha, her father, and nine other suspects are set to face trial next year. Their story has ignited intense public debate, with social media users captivated by the couple’s audacity and law enforcement’s response. The media coverage by outlets like SABC News has further stoked public interest, making this one of the most notable events in the year’s criminal justice news.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — With the calendar-page turn to 2024 on Monday comes 320 new state laws that Illinois residents will need to navigate.
Some will have a widespread effect, including a law banning semi-automatic rifles and another requiring paid time off. But others won’t have an immediate or noticeable impact, including a law that lets county governments consider a potential contractor’s participation in an approved apprenticeship program in determining the winning low bid for a project.
One law that took effect in 2019 but is still impacting tens of thousands of workers is an increase in the minimum wage. It increases to $14 an hour on Jan. 1 for non-tipped workers and will reach $15 in a year.
Here are some of the other major changes to Illinois state law as of New Year’s Day:
BAN ON SEMI-AUTOMATIC WEAPONS
The U.S. Supreme Court has failed to take up the case of Illinois’ ban on the sale, possession or manufacture of automatic weapons like the type used in a mass shooting at a 2023July Fourthparade in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park.
The law bans dozens of specific brands or types of rifles and handguns, including .50-caliber guns, attachments and rapid-firing devices. No rifle will be allowed to accommodate more than 10 rounds, with a 15-round limit for handguns.
Those who previously purchased such guns must register them with the Illinois State Police by Jan. 1.
BOOK-BAN PROHIBITION
Libraries that indiscriminately ban books will not be eligible for state funds. They must adopt the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights stating “materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.”
The library association reported that attempts to censor books reached a 20-year high in 2022, especially those with LGBTQ+ themes and those written by people of color.
PAID TIME OFF
Employers will be required to offer paid vacation for any reason. Workers will accrue one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours worked, up to 40 hours total. Employers may offer more than 40 hours and employees may take time off after working for 90 days.
AIR FRESHENERS ALLOWED
Police will no longer be able to pull over a motorist solely because there is an object hanging from their rearview mirror. The law was approved after Daunte Wright was pulled over in Minnesota in 2021 for having a dangling air freshener. He was shot when the officer, reaching for her stun gun, instead grabbed her sidearm.
NO VIDEOCONFERENCING ON THE ROAD
Video meetings, streaming or accessing a social media website while driving will be prohibited. There will be an exception for video on a hands-free or voice-activated device or an application requiring the push of no more than a single button to activate or terminate it.
NO INDOOR VAPING
Vaping or smoking an electronic cigarette or cigar in a public indoor space will be prohibited. The law adds electronic smoking devices to the list of items prohibited in indoor public places under the 2008 Smoke Free Illinois Act, which banned regular tobacco products’ indoor use.
LICENSE-PLATE READER RESTRICTIONS
Interstate agreements between law enforcement agencies must specify that license-plate reader technology not be used on cars driven by women coming into Illinois to have abortions.
SURVEILLANCE DRONES
Following the Highland Park parade shooting, lawmakers approved the use of drones by law enforcement to surveil “routed” or “special events.” The drones may not be equipped with weapons or facial-recognition technology.
DEEPFAKE PORN
Victims of digital forgeries known as deepfake pornography may file civil lawsuits against anyone who shares or threatens to share an image that falsely depicts a person exposing genitalia or other private parts or engaging in a sex act. Identifying the image as materially altered is not a defense to liability.
RESTROOMS MAY BE ALL-GENDER MULTIOCCUPANCY
Businesses have the option of installing restrooms that may be used by any gender simultaneously. Current restrooms may be renovated to accommodate all genders. Urinals may not be included and stalls must have floor-to-ceiling, locking dividers.
VOTER REGISTRATION FOR TEENS
Teenagers may pre-register to vote at age 16 or 17 while obtaining a driver’s license or state identification card at a drivers’ services office run by the secretary of state. When turning 18, the legal voting age, they will already be registered to vote.
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Hornets vs. Heat January 14 Tickets & Start Time
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 6:25 PM EST|Updated: 1 hour ago
Southeast Division opponents battle when the Miami Heat (19-13) welcome in the Charlotte Hornets (7-23) at Kaseya Center, tipping off on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM ET. It's the fourth matchup between the teams this season.
If you're looking to attend this matchup in person, head to Ticketmaster to buy your tickets!
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- Game Day: Sunday, January 14
- Game Time: 6:00 PM ET
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Hornets Players to Watch
- Terry Rozier provides 23.6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 7.2 assists per game for the Hornets.
- On a per-game basis, P.J. Washington gives the Hornets 13.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists. He also averages 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocked shots.
- Miles Bridges gets the Hornets 19.4 points, 7.1 rebounds and 2.9 assists per contest while delivering 1.3 steals and 0.5 blocked shots.
- Brandon Miller gets the Hornets 14.9 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game while putting up 0.7 steals and 0.6 blocked shots.
- The Hornets are getting 12.7 points, 9.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game from Mark Williams this season.
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Heat Players to Watch
- Bam Adebayo puts up 22.0 points, 4.0 assists and 10.2 rebounds per game.
- Jimmy Butler posts 21.0 points, 5.0 boards and 4.5 assists per contest, shooting 46.4% from the field.
- Jaime Jaquez averages 13.7 points, 2.6 assists and 3.9 boards per contest.
- Duncan Robinson puts up 14.6 points, 2.8 boards and 3.2 assists per game. Defensively, he averages 0.5 steals and 0.2 blocks.
- Kyle Lowry puts up 9.4 points, 3.7 boards and 4.1 assists per contest. Defensively he averages 1.1 steals and 0.4 blocks.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, reflects on the chances for a successful a two-state solution involving Israel and Palestine.
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Paul Salem, VP for Policy and Research at the Middle East Institute, reflects on the chances for a successful a two-state solution involving Israel and Palestine.
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LAHORE - President PML-N and former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif, while greeting the nation with the start of year 2024, has said this year is not just a marker of time but a promise of a journey towards a prosperous future, a chance to redefine our destiny collectively. “As we stand on the threshold of a brand new year, our hearts are filled with hope, anticipation, and a shared vision for a Pakistan that not only dreams but soars to the stars,” he said in his message yesterday as Pakistan entered the year 2024.
He said that in the upcoming February 8th general elections, the masses vote holds the power to script a new chapter in our nation’s story. “This is not merely a political event; it is a call to revolution, a clarion call to reclaim our destiny through the strength of your voice and the power of your vote.” Shehbaz said that in the face of socioeconomic challenges that have tested our resilience, he urged the masses to stay strong, united, and resolute. “The principles espoused by our founding father, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah – Unity, Faith, Discipline – are not just words but guiding beacons for us all.
Let them be the pillars on which we build our collective future.” “Under the dynamic leadership of our esteemed Quaid, Nawaz Sharif, we are not just a political party; we are a movement, a force for great accomplishments. Your unwavering support and resilience in the face of adversities because of the PTI government have not gone unnoticed. We commend your bravery; we acknowledge your sacrifices,” he said.
The PML-N president said that the pages of history reveal our nation’s ability to rise from the ashes, to turn crises into opportunities. This New Year, let’s reject the divisive narratives and embrace the spirit of unity. Let’s celebrate the diversity that makes us strong and the faith that binds us together.
“We stand with you. The trials and tribulations of the past have only strengthened our resolve to create a better future. Together, hand in hand, let’s move beyond mere survival and aim for prosperity,” he said.
He also said that in this new year, let our collective resolve extend beyond our borders, embracing the spirit of global unity. As we aspire for a brighter future for Pakistan, let us not forget our brothers and sisters in Palestine and Kashmir who continue to endure unimaginable sufferings. The struggles faced by Palestinians and Kashmiris are not isolated; they echo a universal call for justice, freedom, and human rights. “PML-N stands in unwavering solidarity with these oppressed communities, condemning the injustices inflicted upon them by Israel and India. We call for an end to the brutal genocides and an earnest pursuit of lasting peace in these troubled regions,” Shehbaz said. He also said in our quest for a prosperous Pakistan, let us champion the rights and dignity of all humanity, standing as a beacon of hope and justice not only for our own nation but for those across the globe who yearn for freedom.
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Grimes Says She Is “Proud Of White Culture,” Complains About Being Called A Nazi
Grimes is ending 2023 with one final provocation on X (formerly known as Twitter, changed thanks to her ex Elon Musk). Today, the singer posted, “I’m called a Nazi because I happily am proud of white culture.”
She continued, “But every day I think fondly of the brown king Cyrus the Great who invented the first ever empire, and the Japanese icon Murasaki Shikibu who wrote the first novel ever. What if humans just loved each other? History teaches us that we have all been, and always will be – great.”
Upon receiving a deluge of concerned replies, she defended herself. When someone accused her of being a white supremacist, she replied, “I’m a human suprematist – humans are amazing.”
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Denmark's Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe's longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year's speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to "thoughts about the future" and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. "I have decided that now is the right time," she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a "heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom."
Margrethe is the "epitome of Denmark" Frederiksen's statement read, and "throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation."
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch's role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women's air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe's oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen's announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year's speech which reflected on the "turbulence and upheaval in the world" amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation's people for "the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark."
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
"In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple," he said in his statement. "We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task."
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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to step down from throne on Jan. 14
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II announced Sunday that she plans to abdicate after 52 years and hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
The queen, who is Europe’s longest-reigning living monarch, announced during her New Year’s speech that she would step down on Jan. 14th, which is the anniversary of her own accession to the throne at age 31 following the death of her father, King Frederik IX.
Margrethe, 83, said the back surgery she underwent in early 2023 led to “thoughts about the future” and when to pass on the responsibilities of the crown to her son. “I have decided that now is the right time,” she said in her speech.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen paid tribute to her in a statement, offering a “heartfelt thank you to Her Majesty the Queen for her lifelong dedication and tireless efforts for the Kingdom.”
Margrethe is the “epitome of Denmark” Frederiksen’s statement read, and “throughout the years has put words and feelings into who we are as a people and as a nation.”
The 6-foot-tall (1.82-meters-tall), chain-smoking Margrethe has been one of the most popular public figures in Denmark, where the monarch’s role is largely ceremonial. She often walked the streets of Copenhagen virtually unescorted and won the admiration of Danes for her warm manners and for her talents as a linguist and designer.
A keen skier, she was a member of a Danish women’s air force unit as a princess, taking part in judo courses and endurance tests in the snow. Margrethe remained tough even as she grew older. In 2011, at age 70, she visited Danish troops in southern Afghanistan wearing a military jumpsuit.
As monarch, she crisscrossed the country and regularly visited Greenland and the Faeroe Islands, the two semi-independent territories which are part of the Danish Realm, and was met everywhere by cheering crowds.
Denmark has Europe’s oldest ruling monarchy, which traces its line back to the Viking king Gorm the Old, who died in 958. Although Magrethe is head of state, the Danish Constitution strictly ruled out her involvement in party politics.
Yet the queen was clearly well-versed in law and knew the contents of the legislation she was called upon to sign.
She received training in French and English from her earliest years, as well as Swedish from her mother. In addition to archaeology, she studied philosophy, political science and economics at universities in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Cambridge along with the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne in Paris.
Ever since his birth on May 26, 1968, Frederik André Henrik Christian has been the heir to the Danish throne.
He is the oldest son of Queen Margrethe and her late French-born husband, Prince Henrik, who died February 2018. Frederik, 55, has a younger brother, Prince Joachim.
Since the age of 18, he has served as regent whenever his mother was outside the kingdom and carried out official duties, shaking hands with thousands and receiving foreign dignitaries.
The queen’s announcement made up only a few sentences at the end of her wide-ranging New Year’s speech which reflected on the “turbulence and upheaval in the world” amid the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the climate crisis.
But she also thanked her nation’s people for “the warmth and hospitality I meet with everywhere in Denmark.”
While lavishing accolades on the queen, the prime minister also looked to the future.
“In the new year, Crown Prince Frederik will be proclaimed king. Crown Princess Mary will become queen. The kingdom will have a new regent and a new royal couple,” he said in his statement. “We can look forward to all of this in the knowledge that they are ready for the responsibility and the task.”
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Stock Market Today: All You Need To Know Going Into Trade On Jan. 1
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Wall Street’s final session of 2023 saw stocks take a breather after a rally that put the market on pace for its ninth straight week of gains—the longest winning streak since 2004, Bloomberg reported.
The S&P 500 fell after approaching its January 2022 record of 4,796.56. The Nasdaq 100 dropped 0.6% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.2%.
Brent crude was trading 0.51% higher at $77.54 a barrel. Gold was up 0.05% at $2,066.73 an ounce.
India's benchmark indices snapped its four-day record rally and closed the last session of 2023 lower on Friday.
However, the indices ended the year higher, with the NSE Nifty 50 gaining 19.42% and the S&P BSE Sensex rising 18.10%. All stocks of the Sensex ended with yearly gains in 2023 and only two stocks of the Nifty ended the year lower.
Overseas investors ended the year as net buyers of Indian equities for the third day in a row on Friday. Foreign portfolio investors mopped up stocks worth Rs 1,459.1 crore, while domestic institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 554.4 crore, according to provisional data from the NSE.
The Indian rupee settled 4 paise lower at Rs 83.21 against the U.S. dollar.
Stocks To Watch
Grasim Industries: The company commissioned an additional 1.23 lakh tonnes of annual advanced materials capacity at the Bharuch plant in Gujarat. The total capacity of advanced materials is 2,46,000 tonnes per annum. The expansion will facilitate the growth of the specialty chemical business.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories: The company’s global arm acquired 6.46% of Israel-based biotechnology company Edity Therapeutics for $1.97 per share to further develop its technology platform.
ACC: The company successfully commissioned a cement manufacturing unit with a capacity of 1.0 MTPA at Ametha, Madhya Pradesh.
Torrent Power: The company incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary for generating electricity from renewable sources in Gujarat.
Hikal: The Gujarat Pollution Control Board imposed a fine worth Rs 17.45 crore for alleged violations of environmental laws.
SKF India: The company has successfully acquired 26.74% of Sun Strength Renewables for Rs 2.31 crore.
Edelweiss Financial Services: The company's unit Zuno General Insurance received a GST demand worth Rs 32.39 crore and penal interest of Rs 3.23 crore.
Aditya Birla Capital: The timeline for the completion of the sale of a 50% stake in Aditya Birla Insurance Brokers has been extended till March 31, 2024, subject to receipt of the approval of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India.
Nazara Technologies: The company’s arm signed agreements for subscribing to a convertible note of Freaks 4U Gaming GmbH at a consideration of Rs 33.26 crore to be paid in cash.
Oil India: The company appointed Anfor Ali Haque as resident chief executive effective Jan. 1.
Nippon Life India AMC: CFO Prateek Jain resigned from the position due to personal reasons.
Block Deals
Strides Pharma Science: Shasun Enterprises LLP sold 2.5 lakh shares (0.27%), while Pace Stock Broking Services bought 2.5 lakh shares (0.27%) at Rs 637 apiece.
Ramco Industries: Nalina Ramalakshmi sold 7.2 lakh shares (0.82%), while Ramco Cements bought 7.2 lakh shares (0.82%) at Rs 215 apiece.
Bulk Deals
Innova Captab: Canara Robeco Mutual Fund bought 9 lakh shares (1.57%) at Rs 474.41 apiece and Invesco Mutual Fund bought 6 lakh shares at Rs 452.1 apiece.
Aditya Vision: Sunita Sinha sold 1.3 lakh shares (1.08%) at Rs 3,463.34 apiece, Nishant Prabhakar sold 1 lakh shares (0.83%) at Rs 3,462.1 apiece while ASK Investment Managers bought 0.65 lakh shares (0.54%) at Rs 3,462.1 apiece.
Azad Engineering: PCA Securities Investment Trust bought 3.39 lakh shares (0.58%) at Rs 703.40 apiece.
Kolte-Patil Developers: Rajesh Anirudha Patil sold 11.4 lakh shares (1.49%), Sunita Milind Kolte sold 7.6 lakh shares (0.99%), Sunita Rajesh Patil sold 3.8 lakh shares (0.49%) at Rs 486 apiece.
Seamec: Gentleman Products P Ltd sold 1.59 lakh shares (0.62%) at Rs 960.06 apiece, Padmashree INC sold 1.48 lakh shares (0.58%) at Rs 960.01 apiece, Puesh Kumar Gupta sold 1.83 lakh shares (0.72%) at Rs 960.02 apiece, Sunil Kumar Bhala (HUF) sold 1.51 lakh shares (0.59%) at Rs 960.05 apiece.
Insider Trades
VIP Industries: Promoter Kiddy Plast bought 4,150 shares on Dec. 28. The promoter group DGP Enterprises bought 4,400 shares on Dec. 28. Promoter Dilip G. Piramal bought 7,100 shares on Dec. 28.
Paisalo Digital: Promoter group Equilibrated Venture CFLOW bought 9.72 lakh shares on Dec. 29.
Nahar Spinning Mills: Promoter group Nahar Capital and Financial Services bought 22,000 shares between Dec. 27 and Dec. 28.
Wardwizard Innovations and Mobility: Promoter group Wardwizard Solutions India sold 26 lakh shares on Dec. 27.
Shalimar Paints: Promoter group Sarita Devi Jain sold 20,000 shares on Dec. 29.
Ultramarine and Pigments: S Narayan sold 4,000 shares and Promoter Deepa Ajay sold 7,000 shares on Dec. 28.
Cigniti Technologies: Promoter C.V. Subramanyam sold 13,815 shares on Dec. 26.
Pledge Share Details
Mangalore Chemicals and Fertilizers: Promoter Zuari Agro Chemicals created a pledge for 10 lakh shares on Dec. 27.
Who’s Meeting Whom
Century Textiles and Industries: To meet investors and analysts on Jan. 4.
Tata Consultancy Services: To meet investors and analysts on Jan. 11
Trading Tweaks
Price band revised from 10% to 20%: PTC India Financial Services.
Price band revised from 5% to 20%: Centum Electronics, JBM Auto, KSolves India.
Moved into a short-term ASM framework: Mangalam Cement.
Moved out of short-term ASM framework: Kiri Industries, NINtec Systems, and PC Jeweller.
F&O Cues
Nifty January futures up by 0.49% to 21,885.95 at a premium of 154.55 points.
Nifty January futures open interest down by 0.7%.
Nifty Bank January futures up by 0.25% to 48,628.8 at a premium of 336.55 points.
Nifty Bank January futures open interest down by 0.5%.
Nifty Options Jan 4 Expiry: Maximum Call open interest at 22,000 and Maximum Put open interest at 21,500.
Bank Nifty Options Jan Expiry: Maximum Call Open Interest at 51,000 and Maximum Put Open Interest at 46,000.
Securities in ban period: Hindustan Copper.
Money Market Update
The Indian rupee settled 4 paise lower at Rs 83.21 against the U.S. dollar.
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GREENWOOD, Wash. — Seattle police are investigating after reports of gunshots in Greenwood.
When officers arrived at the 100 block of Northwest 85th Street they found a single shell casing.
“No suspects have been located,” said a spokesperson. “No property damage or victim at this time.”
Police are investigating a shots call in the 100 block of Northwest 85th Street. A single shell casing was recovered. No suspects have been located. No property damage or victim at this time.
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ACHL collaborates with CS-PRO, a SFC licensed firm specialized in STO, on Carbon Credit Tokenization Opportunities
AHCL collaborates with CS-PRO, a SFC licensed firm specialized in STO, and Private Office of Sheikh Ali Bin Rashed Al Maktoum on Carbon Credit Tokenization
TSIM SHA TSUI, KOWLOON, HONG KONG, January 1, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Asia Carbon Holdings Limited (“ACHL”) and CSpro (Hong Kong) Limited (“CSpro”) has signed MOU for cooperation in carbon credit tokenization under the witness and blessing of HH Sheikh Ali Rashed Ali Saeed Al Maktoum from The Private Office of Sheikh Ali Bin Rashed Al Maktoum. CSpro is the first licensed firm by the Securities and Futures Commission who specialized exclusively in primary issuance and distribution of Security Token Offering (STO) on Real World Assets (RWA). This collaboration facilitates exploration of issuance of tokenized carbon credits under Planetary Carbon Standard (PCS) standards using the virtual asset tokenization regulatory framework in Hong Kong."HH Sheikh Ali Rashed Al Maktoum witnessed the signing of this first incoming STO digitized carbon credit project in Hong Kong between ACHL and CSpro, and comment, “I am very delighted to facilitate the partnership between Hong Kong and UAE, and very pleased to support carbon credits tokenization initiatives and cooperations and CSpro and ACHL.” “Carbon markets are inefficient due to fragmentation in auditing standards, registration, and settlement infrastructure. Tokenized carbon credits can play a key role in making carbon markets more transparent, open and efficient.” Samson Lee, Founder and CEO of CSpro comments, “Blockchain technology provides a useful audit trail of the components that contribute to its carbon intensity, and converting off-chain diversified carbon credits with universal standard digital assets facilitates greater trading volume and liquidity. We are very excited on partnership with ACHL and HH Sheikh Ali Rashed Ali Saeed Al Maktoum on carbon credit tokenization opportunities.” Dr. William Tien, International Strategic Relations Director of The Private Office of Sheikh Ali Rashed Al Maktoum, and Founder and Chairman of ACHL said, “Tokenization will benefit the real-world assets of tokenized Carbon credits.”
About The Private Office of Sheikh Ali Rashed Al Maktoum
The Private Office of Sheikh Ali Rashed Ali Saeed Al Maktoum, led by His Highness, is dedicated to seizing global business opportunities and shaping Dubai's business landscape. It aims to bring together businesses from various countries, collaborating with dynamic and forward-thinking visionaries and organizations. By offering comprehensive evaluations, meticulous execution, and personalized attention to each project, the Private Office aims to create an environment that supports and accelerates the achievement of ambitious business objectives, establishing Dubai as the global headquarters for enterprises and investments.
For more information, please visit https://sheikhalialmaktoum.com/
About CSpro (Hong Kong) Limited (CSpro)
CSpro is a joint venture between Coinstreet Holdings Limited, an award-winning technology financial services group focused in the digital asset sector, and Somerley Capital Holdings Limited, a leading financial services group in Hong Kong. CSpro provides issuance and distribution services for security token offerings to professional investors (as defined in the Securities and Futures Ordinance) and is licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission to carry out Type 1 (dealing in securities) regulated activities having CE registration number BSH213.
For more information, please visit https://hk.cspro.io, https://coinstreet.group
About Asia Carbon Holdings Limited (“ACHL”)
Asian Carbon Holdings Limited is a Hong Kong corporation offering new carbon projects accrediting of carbon credits services and broker in trading of carbon credits from Redd+ and PCS digitised carbon credits that is based on UNFCCC article 6 protocol. ACHL will help ESG reporting public companies to meet their carbon offset through sale of carbon credits and provide offset certification services.
For more information, please visit: https://CCVVB.org
About Planetary Carbon Standard (PCS)
The PCS module of Planetary Carbon Sequestration Standard (PCSS) mainly covers the Afforestation and Reforestation sector-related requirements as expected users include entities, e.g., individual landowners, industrial forestry companies and managers of utility company lands, within a country who are interested in implementing forestry activities and projects designed to generate reductions in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) that could be traded as an offset on-chain.
For more information on PCS, please visit - https://www.planetarycarbonstandard.com/
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Tragic End for Pregnant Teenager and Boyfriend: A Stark Reminder of Gun Violence
On a chilling December day in San Antonio, the local community bore witness to a haunting spectacle: the lifeless bodies of 18-year-old Savanah Nicole Soto, who was pregnant, and her boyfriend, 22-year-old Matthew Guerra, were discovered in a car, each with a gunshot wound to the head. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office has since confirmed these deaths as homicides.
A Grim Discovery
The couple was found at a Northwest Side apartment complex, their lives tragically cut short. The San Antonio Police Department has released distressing surveillance footage depicting two individuals of interest in connection with the murders. Following the discovery, the victims’ families have been actively involved in dispelling speculation and organizing vigils to honor their loved ones.
A Tragic Loss
Savanah Soto was past her delivery date when she went missing. She had been scheduled for an induced labor shortly before her disappearance. The news of her and Matthew Guerra’s demise has left their families and the broader community in a state of shock and mourning. Adding to the grief, this tragedy follows the shooting death of Soto’s 15-year-old brother just last year.
Call to Justice
The San Antonio Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward. Meanwhile, Soto’s family has made a heartfelt appeal for the individuals responsible to surrender. As this case remains under investigation, the absence of clear motives or suspects amplifies the urgency and importance of these pleas.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — LeBron James thought he added to his legacy with another big shot on his 39th birthday.
The NBA’s replay center had a different view, causing James to call out the league’s replay process.
James made what he believed was a game-tying 3-pointer with 3.3 seconds remaining as the Los Angeles Lakers were playing on the road against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the top team in the Western Conference.
However, it was ruled a 2-pointer and upheld via replay from the league’s replay center in Secaucus, New Jersey, and the Lakers lost 108-106 on Saturday night.
“It’s obviously a 3,” James said. “My foot is behind the line. I mean, you can see the space between the front of my foot and the 3-point line. You can clearly see a white, the wood on the floor, there’s a space in between the front of my foot and the 3-point line. So, you know, Stevie Wonder can see that, champ.”
James, who spent the day in bed with a non-COVID-19 illness, scored 26 points, 10 in the fourth quarter. But it was his shot, and the subsequent replay, that caused his ire toward the league’s replay center.
“They said it was out of their hands,” James said of the explanation he got from officials. “The Secaucus, whatever, over there in the replay center or whatever, somebody over there eating a ham sandwich or somebody made the call.”
In a pool report after the game, official Tony Brothers said the review wasn’t conclusive enough to overturn the call on the floor.
“The play was ruled a 2-point field goal on the floor during live play,” Brothers said. “After video review, there wasn’t clear and conclusive evidence to overturn it from a 2 to a 3, and that’s why it stood as a 2-point field goal.”
James felt the video evidence was clear enough. As soon as Brothers announced the ruling to the in-arena crowd, James immediately went to the scorer’s table and pointed to the replay monitor.
“It’s super frustrating in the sense of what the hell we got a replay for?” James said. “What do we have replay for if even the replay gets it wrong? It’s like, who’s the part of the replay center? Like, do we got robots in there that’s making the Teslas? What’s going on? If you don’t see that, that is clear, that is clear.”
The frustration came after James said he woke up with an illness and stayed in bed until 4:30 p.m. when he got ready to head to the arena.
“I took a few more naps and then I finally just got out of bed at like 4:30, got a shower,” James said. “It helped me a little bit. Caught the 5 o’clock bus and, I guess, felt OK to play. I felt I could make some plays to help us win the ballgame.”
The Lakers play Sunday afternoon for the second of a back-to-back in New Orleans. James said he was unsure if he’d be play to play Sunday and would wait to see how he feels a day later.
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Dr. Rudy Tanzi, neurologist and co-discoverer of the Alzheimer's gene, discusses the physical changes that occur in the brain that lead to dementia.
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Stocks To Watch: Grasim, Dr Reddy’s, ACC, Torrent Power, SKF India, Nazara Tech, Hikal, Aditya Birla Capital
Here are the stocks to watch before going into trade today.
Grasim Industries Ltd., Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd., and ACC Ltd. will be among the major stocks to watch on the first day of the trading session in 2024.
Grasim Industries commissioned an additional 1.23 lakh tonne of annual advanced materials capacity at the Bharuch plant in Gujarat, while Dr. Reddy’s global arm acquired 6.46% stake in Israel-based biotechnology company Edity Therapeutics for $1.97 per share to further develop its technology platform.
ACC said that it commissioned a cement manufacturing unit with a capacity of 1.0 MTPA at Ametha, Madhya Pradesh.
India's benchmark indices snapped its four-day record rally and closed the last session of 2023 lower on Friday.
However, the indices ended the year higher, with the NSE Nifty 50 gaining 19.42% and the S&P BSE Sensex rising 18.10%. All stocks of the Sensex ended with yearly gains in 2023 and only two stocks of the Nifty ended the year lower.
Overseas investors ended the year as net buyers of Indian equities for the third day in a row on Friday. Foreign portfolio investors mopped up stocks worth Rs 1,459.1 crore, while domestic institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 554.4 crore, according to provisional data from the NSE.
The Indian rupee settled 4 paise lower at Rs 83.21 against the U.S. dollar.
Wall Street’s final session of 2023 saw stocks taking a breather after a rally that put the market on pace for its ninth straight week of gains—the longest winning streak since 2004, Bloomberg reported.
The S&P 500 fell after approaching its January 2022 record of 4,796.56. The Nasdaq 100 declined 0.6% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.2%.
Brent crude was trading 0.51% higher at $77.54 a barrel. Gold was up 0.05% at $2,066.73 an ounce.
Stocks To Watch
Grasim Industries: The company commissioned an additional 1.23 lakh tons of annual advanced materials capacity at the Bharuch plant in Gujarat. The total capacity of advanced materials is 2,46,000 tons per annum. The expansion shall facilitate the growth of the specialty chemical business.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories: The company’s global arm acquired 6.46% of Israel-based biotechnology company Edity Therapeutics for $1.97/share to further develop its technology platform.
ACC: The company successfully commissioned a cement manufacturing unit with a capacity of 1.0 MTPA at Ametha, Madhya Pradesh.
Torrent Power: The company incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary for generating electricity from renewable sources in Gujarat.
Hikal: The Gujarat Pollution Control Board imposed a fine worth Rs 17.45 crore for alleged violation of environmental laws.
SKF India: The company has successfully acquired 26.74% of Sun Strength Renewables for Rs 2.31 crore.
Edelweiss Financial Services: The company's unit Zuno General Insurance received a GST demand worth Rs 32.39 crore and penal interest of Rs 3.23 crore.
Aditya Birla Capital: The timeline for the completion sale of a 50% stake in Aditya Birla Insurance Brokers has been extended till March 31, 2024, subject to receipt of the approval of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India.
Nazara Technologies: The company’s arm signed agreements for subscribing to a convertible note of Freaks 4U Gaming GmbH at a consideration of Rs 33.26 crore to be paid in cash.
Oil India: The company appointed Anfor Ali Haque as resident chief executive effective Jan. 1.
Nippon Life India AMC: CFO Prateek Jain resigned from the position due to personal reasons.
Block Deals
Strides Pharma Science: Shasun Enterprises LLP sold 2.5 lakh shares (0.27%) while Pace Stock Broking Services bought 2.5 lakh shares (0.27%) at Rs 637 apiece.
Ramco Industries: Nalina Ramalakshmi sold 7.2 lakh shares (0.82%) while Ramco Cements bought 7.2 lakh shares (0.82%) at Rs 215 apiece.
Bulk Deals
Innova Captab: Canara Robeco Mutual Fund bought 9 lakh shares (1.57%) at Rs 474.41 apiece and Invesco Mutual Fund bought 6 lakh shares at Rs 452.1 apiece.
Aditya Vision: Sunita Sinha sold 1.3 lakh shares (1.08%) at Rs 3,463.34 apiece, Nishant Prabhakar sold 1 lakh shares (0.83%) at Rs 3,462.1 apiece while ASK Investment Managers bought 0.65 lakh shares (0.54%) at Rs 3,462.1 apiece.
Azad Engineering: PCA Securities Investment Trust bought 3.39 lakh shares (0.58%) at Rs 703.40 apiece.
Kolte-Patil Developers: Rajesh Anirudha Patil sold 11.4 lakh shares (1.49%), Sunita Milind Kolte sold 7.6 lakh shares (0.99%), Sunita Rajesh Patil sold 3.8 lakh shares (0.49%) at Rs 486 apiece.
Seamec: Gentleman Products P Ltd sold 1.59 lakh shares (0.62%) at Rs 960.06 apiece, Padmashree INC sold 1.48 lakh shares (0.58%) at Rs 960.01 apiece, Puesh Kumar Gupta sold 1.83 lakh shares (0.72%) at Rs 960.02 apiece, Sunil Kumar Bhala (HUF) sold 1.51 lakh shares (0.59%) at Rs 960.05 apiece.
Insider Trades
VIP Industries: Promoter Kiddy Plast bought 4,150 shares on Dec. 28. The promoter group DGP Enterprises bought 4,400 shares on Dec. 28. Promoter Dilip G. Piramal bought 7,100 shares on Dec. 28.
Paisalo Digital: Promoter group Equilibrated venture CFLOW bought 9.72 lakh shares between on Dec. 29.
Nahar Spinning Mills: Promoter group Nahar Capital and Financial Services bought 22,000 shares between Dec. 27 and Dec. 28.
Wardwizard Innovations and Mobility: Promoter group Wardwizard Solutions India sold 26 lakh shares on Dec. 27.
Shalimar Paints: Promoter group Sarita Devi Jain sold 20,000 shares on Dec. 29.
Ultramarine and Pigments: S Narayan sold 4,000 shares and Promoter Deepa Ajay sold 7,000 shares on Dec. 28.
Cigniti Technologies: Promoter C.V.Subramanyam sold 13,815 shares on Dec. 26.
Pledge Share Details
Mangalore Chemicals and Fertilizers: Promoter Zuari Agro Chemicals create a pledge for 10 lakh shares on Dec. 27.
Who’s Meeting Whom
Century Textiles and Industries: To meet investors and analysts on Jan. 4.
Tata Consultancy Services: To meet investors and analysts on Jan. 11
Trading Tweaks
Price band revised from 10% to 20%: PTC India Financial Services.
Price band revised from 5% to 20%: Centum Electronics, JBM Auto, KSolves India.
Moved into a short-term ASM framework: Mangalam Cement.
Moved out of short-term ASM framework: Kiri Industries, NINtec Systems, PC Jeweller.
F&O Cues
Nifty January futures up by 0.49% to 21,885.95 at a premium of 154.55 points.
Nifty January futures open interest down by 0.7%.
Nifty Bank January futures up by 0.25% to 48,628.8 at a premium of 336.55 points.
Nifty Bank January futures open interest down by 0.5%.
Nifty Options Jan 4 Expiry: Maximum Call open interest at 22,000 and Maximum Put open interest at 21,500.
Bank Nifty Options Jan Expiry: Maximum Call Open Interest at 51,000 and Maximum Put Open Interest at 46,000.
Securities in ban period: Hindustan Copper.
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CUSA Football Promo Codes, Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Bowl Season
Published: Dec. 31, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST|Updated: 37 minutes ago
The bowl season slate features four CUSA matchups, with Western Kentucky (+4.5) against Old Dominion among the best bets against the spread, according to our projections. For more suggestions, including parlay opportunities, see below.
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Pick: Western Kentucky +4.5 vs. Old Dominion
- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Old Dominion by 0.5 points
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Date: December 18
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Fresno State +3.5 vs. New Mexico State
- Matchup: New Mexico State Aggies at Fresno State Bulldogs
- Projected Favorite & Spread: New Mexico State by 0 points
- Time: 5:45 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Pick: Louisiana +3.5 vs. Jacksonville State
- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- Projected Favorite & Spread: Jacksonville State by 1.5 points
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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Under 67.5 - Liberty vs. Oregon
- Matchup: Liberty Flames at Oregon Ducks
- Projected Total: 61.4 points
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Date: January 1
- TV Channel: ESPN
Over 48.5 - Western Kentucky vs. Old Dominion
- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Projected Total: 54.2 points
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Date: December 18
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
Under 57.5 - Jacksonville State vs. Louisiana
- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- Projected Total: 55.6 points
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Date: December 16
- TV Channel: ESPN (Stream on Fubo)
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We'll have at least one more year of hearing about Mike Tomlin's streak.
For the 17th straight season, Tomlin will not have a losing record. The Steelers beat the Seattle Seahawks 30-23 to move to 9-7, and more importantly than clinching another non-losing season for Tomlin, it kept Pittsburgh alive in the AFC wild-card race. Pittsburgh will need to win and get some help next week to get a wild-card spot, but they'll still be in the race going into the season finale. For the Seahawks, it drops them back to .500 and is a blow in their playoff hunt.
A two-game winning streak for the Steelers coincided with finally turning to Mason Rudolph at quarterback. The Steelers stuck with Rudolph despite Kenny Pickett being healthy enough to be listed as questionable on the injury report, which usually means a player will suit up. Pickett was inactive, Rudolph started and the Steelers continued to keep their season alive with a big win.
The Steelers were in a lot of trouble when they had a three-game losing streak in December. But a Tomlin-coached team wasn't going to fade away that easily.
Steelers pound Seattle in run game
The Steelers, who looked like they were ready to call it a season a couple weeks ago in a listless loss to the Indianapolis Colts, looked like a much different team in the first half Sunday. They rushed for 145 yards in the first half. The Fox broadcast said that was the most for Pittsburgh since a 2006 game against Kansas City. Their leading rushers that day were Willie Parker and Najeh Davenport.
Jaylen Warren got the scoring started for the Steelers with an 18-yard touchdown run. The Steelers led for most of the game after that. Najee Harris scored a couple of touchdowns, and the Steelers led 24-17 into the third quarter.
The game was still in the balance when the defense made a huge play. With seven minutes left and the Steelers leading 27-20, Geno Smith was strip-sacked by Nick Herbig. Pittsburgh recovered at the 16-yard line. The Steelers only got a field goal out of the ensuing drive, but a 10-point lead was significant at that point in the game.
Seahawks take a step back
For the Seahawks, a loss didn't eliminate them from the playoff race but it didn't help their chances. They moved back to 8-8 with the loss, which is fitting in what has been a mediocre season.
The defense let down in a big spot, against an offense that has struggled most of the season. The offense wasn't bad but there weren't a lot of game-changing explosive plays. The Steelers also crushed Seattle in time of possession.
The Seahawks tried to rally late. A drive deep into Steelers territory didn't result in a touchdown, and Seattle settled for a field goal just before the two-minute warning. They tried an onside kick trailing 27-20 but Pittsburgh recovered. A reception to Pickens for a first down and a Harris run for another first down ended the game.
The Steelers still need a lot to go right to make the playoffs. But they're alive, and it looked like there was no chance of that happening a couple weeks ago.
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Snõõper – “for yr love”
In July, Nashville’s Snõõper shared Super Snõõper, which was our Album Of The Week. They shared the one-off song “Company Car” last month, and today, to cap off their eventful 2023, they’ve released the chaotic track “for yr love.” Hear it below.
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