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Jill Tarter, co-founder of the SETI Institute, describes the purpose behind her livelihood.
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AVERAGE HIGH FOR DECEMBER 31st: 35°
AVERAGE LOW FOR DECEMBER 31st: 19°
SUNDAY’S SUNRISE: 7:36 AM
SUNDAY’S SUNSET: 4:45 PM
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM) – Flurries will be possible overnight and into the morning to start off 2024. After that, clouds decrease and we see sunshine for midweek. More details below:
TONIGHT:
Chances for snow showers will move in for the evening and into the overnight. It will be chilly with lows in the upper twenties to near thirty along with cloudy skies.
NEW YEARS DAY:
Stray flurries will linger into Monday morning for the start of 2024. It will be mainly cloudy again with temperatures near seasonable. Highs in the mid to upper thirties.
REST OF THE WEEK:
Clouds will decrease in the morning on Tuesday to mostly sunny by the end of the morning. It will be warmer with highs in the low to mid forties. Skies will increase back to mostly cloudy on Wednesday for midweek. Highs will be near forty. A chance for flurries will be possible again on Thursday as a low pressure system moves in. Highs will only reach the mid thirties which is near average. We dry out by Friday to end the work week. Skies will be mostly cloudy with highs still in the mid thirties.
WEEKEND:
Saturday will be similar, with mostly cloudy skies and highs in the mid to upper thirties. We end the weekend on Sunday with a chance for snow returning to the region with highs still in the mid thirties.
NEW YEARS DAY: STRAY AM FLURRY
HIGH: 37 LOW: 24
TUESDAY: CLOUDS & SUN
HIGH: 43 LOW: 28
WEDNESDAY: MOSTLY CLOUDY
HIGH: 40 LOW: 29
THURSDAY: CHANCE FLURRIES
HIGH: 36 LOW: 19
FRIDAY: SPOTTY SHOWERS
HIGH: 36 LOW: 23
SATURDAY: MAINLY CLOUDY
HIGH: 37 LOW: 26
SUNDAY: CHANCE SNOW SHOWERS
HIGH: 36
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LAKE NORMAN, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A pilot died after crashing into an abandoned house site in Iredell County, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.
Officials responded to an airplane crash near Adrian Lane around 12:15 p.m. Sunday.
The pilot, Randy Mysliviec, was flying a single-engine plane and attempting to land at Lake Norman Airport when he struck several trees and crashed.
Mysliviec was transported to a local hospital by Iredell County EMS where he died of his injuries, officials said.
Neighbors say the spot where the plane crashed was recently cleared by demolishing a trailer in anticipation of building a new home.
The State Highway Patrol secured the scene and the FAA is investigating the incident.
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RAWALPINDI - Security forces Saturday night killed at least five terrorists in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Mashkai area of Awaran district, Balochistan, the military’s media wing said on Sunday. The ISPR said that the security forces conducted the IBO on the reported presence of terrorists. “During the conduct of the operation, after intense fire exchange between own troops and the terrorists, five terrorists were sent to hell. Terrorists’ hideout was also busted and a cache of arms, ammunition and explosives was recovered,” the ISPR said. It said the sanitisation operation was being carried out to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area. The military’s media wing said the security forces of Pakistan, in step with the nation, remained determined to thwart attempts to sabotage the peace, stability and progress of Balochistan.
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Activating Myeloid Cells: A Potent New Strategy Against Pancreatic Cancer
Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania have achieved a significant breakthrough in pancreatic cancer treatment. The team, led by Dr. Max M. Wattenberg, has discovered a new approach to combat pancreatic cancer, specifically tumors resistant to traditional immunotherapies. Pancreatic cancer, notorious for its low survival rates and late-stage diagnosis, has been a challenge to treat due to its ability to evade or suppress the body’s T cells, vital to the immune system’s response to cancer.
Activating Myeloid Cells: A New Pathway
The researchers found that activating myeloid cells, a different type of white blood cell, could be a game-changer in the fight against pancreatic cancer. By combining two treatments—beta-glucan, which activates the dectin-1 receptor on myeloid cells, and an antibody targeting the CD40 receptor—the team was able to transform myeloid cells into tumor-fighting agents in mouse models.
A Potent Antitumor Response
This dual activation resulted in a potent antitumor response. Interestingly, the response still relied on T cells, but operated independently of their cytotoxic abilities and immune checkpoint pathways. The therapeutic strategy required the presence of interferon-gamma and intra-tumoral macrophages, both essential for activating the immune system.
Potential for Robust Immune Responses
Published in Science Immunology, the results demonstrate the potential of targeting myeloid cell activation pathways to trigger robust immune responses against tumors that typically resist current immunotherapies. A clinical trial investigating this combination therapy for patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, the most prevalent form of pancreatic cancer, is underway.
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Jill Tarter, co-founder of the SETI Institute, outlines the process that would occur, should SETI's goal of detecting life be successful.
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(The Hill) — Taylor Swift and Beyoncé set the music world on fire in 2023 with massive, globe-spanning tours, and their influence seeped into the world of politics as lawmakers and other political figures named-checked them.
Here are a few of the most noteworthy moments in which the worlds of politics and pop culture converged over the last year.
Jason Aldean and “Try That in a Small Town”
Jason Aldean performs during CMA Fest 2022 on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)
Country singer Jason Aldean’s song “Try That in a Small Town” topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in July despite heavy controversy.
The song faced backlash for both its lyrics, which include lines like, “Cuss out a cop, spit in his face, Stomp on the flag and light it up, Yeah, ya think you’re tough, Well, try that in a small town, See how far ya make it down the road,” and its music video.
The video was filmed in front of a Tennessee courthouse where a Black man was lynched in the 1920s. Country Music Television (CMT) pulled the music video, drawing a negative reaction from Aldean himself on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
“In the past 24 hours I have been accused of releasing a pro-lynching song (a song that has been out since May) and was subject to the comparison that I (direct quote) was not too pleased with the nationwide BLM protests. These references are not only meritless, but dangerous,” Aldean said.
Republicans like former President Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) came to Aldean’s defense amid the controversy.
“Jason Aldean is a fantastic guy who just came out with a great new song. Support Jason all the way. MAGA!!!” Trump posted on his Truth Social account.
Beyoncé gets honored on the House floor
Beyonce performs at a Get Out the Vote concert for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
The “Formation” singer, who has had a packed year with “The Renaissance World Tour” and the release of a film of that tour, was honored in March on the House floor by Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif).
“I rise today to commemorate the end of Black History Month and the beginning of Women’s History Month by honoring an individual who represents both so well,” Garcia said.
“She’s an icon, she’s a legend, and she’s now and forever the moment,” he added.
Garcia also referred to the “Alien Superstar” herself as a role model who “stood up for voting rights, for feminism, for women and girls, for my community — the LGBTQ+ community.”
“For my generation and so many others, she simply is the greatest of all time,” he continued.
RuPaul and anti-drag queen bills
RuPaul helps present the Emmy for outstanding limited or anthology series at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
The self-proclaimed “queen of drag” had some thoughts on recent anti-drag show legislation that he shared back in March.
In a video on Instagram, the “RuPaul’s Drag Race” host said that bills aimed at drag performances were a tactic to distract from more important issues.
“Hey, look over there! A classic distraction technique — distracting us away from the real issues that they were voted into office to focus on: jobs, health care, keeping our children safe from harm at their own school,” RuPaul said.
“But we know that bullies are incompetent at solving real issues,” the host continued.
“They look for easy targets so they can give the impression of being effective,” he said.
Dylan Mulvaney and the Bud Light backlash
Dylan Mulvaney in New York City on March 3, 2023 (left). A can of Bud Light beer is seen on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Philadelphia (right) (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images/AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney partnered with Anheuser-Busch in April for an advertisement that included her posing with a personalized Bud Light can, which drew negative reactions from conservatives.
Critics called for protests against Bud Light and Anheuser-Busch, while Anheuser-Busch also faced criticism from those who thought it did not fully support Mulvaney.
Singer Kid Rock shot multiple cases of Bud Light with what appeared to be a semi-automatic rifle in an Instagram video.
“F— Bud Light and f— Anheuser-Busch,” he said in the video.
“I’ve been offline for a few weeks, and a lot has been said about me,” Mulvaney said in a video on Instagram and TikTok a few weeks after the backlash. “It was so loud that I didn’t even feel part of the conversation. So, I decided to take the back seat and let them tucker themselves out.”
“But then I remembered that nearly 13 million people at some point enjoyed me enough to hit the follow button on these apps. And I was like wait, wait, wait, I want to talk to those people,” Mulvaney added.
Eminem objects to Vivek Ramaswamy using his music
Eminem. (Getty)
In August, rapper Eminem asked entrepreneur and 2024 GOP presidential primary candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to stop using his music on the campaign trail through his music licensor, Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI).
The letter from BMI revealed that Ramaswamy’s campaign and BMI had a previous music licensing agreement for the Detroit rapper’s music and came after Ramaswamy sang along to “Lose Yourself” at the Iowa State Fair earlier in August.
“To the American people’s chagrin, we will have to leave the rapping to the real slim shady,” a Ramaswamy campaign statement said.
Taylor Swift bests Trump, Biden on net favorability
Taylor Swift performs during “The Eras Tour,” Monday, Aug. 7, 2023, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
This year was the year of Taylor Swift, quite literally, as she was recently named Time magazine’s “Person of the Year.”
In a recent NBC News poll, the pop sensation topped a list of celebrities when it comes to net favorability, besting political figures including President Biden, Vice President Harris, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Trump.
Forty percent of registered voters in the poll said that they have a positive view of the millennial icon.
Kim Kardashian makes a plea to Biden
Kim Kardashian. (EvanAgostini/Invision/AP)
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian, alongside Eric Esrailian, a physician and producer, urged the president to “stop the Armenian genocide” in a September Rolling Stone opinion piece.
“We are Armenian,” the piece read. “We are the descendants of Armenian Genocide survivors, and we do not want to be talking about the recognition or commemoration of yet another genocide in the future.”
Esrailian and Kardashian characterized Azerbaijan’s government as using “starvation as a weapon against the Armenian population” via blockading “the only lifeline between the indigenous Christian Armenians of Artsakh (also known as Nagorno-Karabakh) and the rest of the world.”
“Blocking human rights groups, such as the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the hateful rhetoric accompanying the blockade are signs of genocidal intent,” the piece said.
Paramore and Rep. Maxwell Frost
Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.). (AP Photo/Amanda Andrade-Rhoades)
In June, Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) attended a concert for the pop-rock band Paramore and had a few choice words for his state’s governor, Ron DeSantis (R).
While at the concert in Washington, D.C., Frost was caught on video on stage yelling “f— Ron DeSantis” and “f— facism.”
He later retweeted the video, saying that he “said what I said.”
When Frost came on stage, the band’s lead singer, Hayley Williams, lauded the young House member, who is the first member of his generation in Congress.
“Do you see this? Do you see the future right here?” Williams said.
Jimmy Kimmel pranks ex-Rep. Santos
Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) holds a press conference in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, November 30, 2023.
Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel decided to have a bit of fun with embattled former House member Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) after his ouster.
Santos started selling personal videos on the platform Cameo after he was expelled from the House earlier this month. Kimmel told his show audience that he had ordered videos with prank scripts for Santos to read.
“George please congratulate my friend Gary Fortuna for winning the Clearwater Florida beef eating contest. He ate over six pounds of ground beef in under 30 minutes – which was a new record!” Kimmel wrote in one prank script. “He’s not feeling great right now, but the doctor thinks he will be released from the hospital soon. Please wish him a speedy recovery!”
Santos responded to the prompt in the Cameo video.
“I know you’re feeling a little under the weather, but I hear from a great source that the doctors said you’ll be released from the hospital soon and recover well,” Santos said in a video. “Look, have a speedy recovery, and then enjoy the festivities of the end of the year. Bye.”
Maren Morris says she’s leaving country music
Maren Morris arrives at the world premiere of the concert film “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at AMC The Grove 14 in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Singer Maren Morris announced in September she would step out of the country genre as a result of the “the Trump years” and their effect on the style of music.
“After the Trump years, people’s biases were on full display,” Morris said in an interview with the Los Angeles Times. “It just revealed who people really were and that they were proud to be misogynistic and racist and homophobic and transphobic.”
Morris also referenced “Try That in a Small Town” and its popularity with conservatives, saying, “People are streaming these songs out of spite.”
“It’s not out of true joy or love of the music. It’s to own the libs. And that’s so not what music is intended for. Music is supposed to be the voice of the oppressed — the actual oppressed. And now it’s being used as this really toxic weapon in culture wars,” Morris said.
Trump isn’t pleased with Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance
Rihanna attends an event at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles on on Aug. 28, 2021. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
To the excitement of many, superstar and business magnate Rihanna performed at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show.
Former President Trump, who had feuded with the pop star, wasn’t a fan of the “Rude Boy” singer’s performance.
“EPIC FAIL: Rihanna gave, without question, the single worst Halftime Show in Super Bowl history — This after insulting far more than half of our Nation, which is already in serious DECLINE, with her foul and insulting language,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“Also, so much for her ‘Stylist!’” he added.
Trump seemed to reference the “Work” singer’s act of spraypainting a car with the words “F**k Trump” back in 2020. Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas) had pointed the incident out earlier in the week on Truth Social.
“Why is the NFL showcasing this crap? Rihanna SHOULD NOT be the halftime performer!!” Jackson wrote.
Paris Hilton’s advocacy work
Paris Hilton is seen in front of the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Reality television star Paris Hilton made a visit to Capitol Hill in April to push for a bill to regulate “troubled teen” facilities.
Hilton was joined by Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) and Reps. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Buddy Carter (R-Ga.) at the Capitol, where they discussed the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act. The bill has the aim of creating federal data collection and reporting standards for the aforementioned facilities, which Hilton said she was a victim of.
“I witnessed and experienced sexual abuse from adult staff as well as endured verbal and emotional abuse daily. I was yelled at, dehumanized, silenced and stripped of any semblance of privacy,” she said.
“When I attempted to tell my parents about the abuse on the phone, staff would stop and immediately hang up the phone and punish me. On top of this, you had no access to the outside doors, no sunlight, no fresh air. These were considered privileges. What I went through will haunt me for the rest of my life.”
Kevin Spacey and Tucker Carlson
Actor Kevin Spacey leaves Southwark Crown Court for a lunch break, in London, Monday, July 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Actor Kevin Spacey decided to make an appearance as his character Frank Underwood from the show “House of Cards” in a recent interview on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, with ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson.
The two men discussed their ousters from Netflix and Fox News, as well as the current political environment.
“It is bizarre that they decided to publicly cut ties with me on allegations alone; allegations that have now been proven false because I don’t think there’s any question: Netflix exists because of me,” Spacey said. “I put them on the map. And they tried to put me on the ground.”
Spacey was kicked off the show in 2017 in the wake of facing multiple sexual harassment allegations, even from “House of Cards” crew members.
Judy Blume slams DeSantis
Judy Blume and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (AP Photo/Kathy Willens/John Bazemore)
Author Judy Blume slammed the Florida governor over book bans.
“Teachers are under fire, librarians are threatened,” Blume said at Variety‘s “Power of Women” luncheon in April. “They are criminalizing teachers and librarians. It’s not just that they’re threatening their jobs, they’re threatening them.”
“They could go to jail, all because they stand up for the rights of the students they teach. All because they refuse to give in to fear,” Blume continued. “I’ve known librarians who have saved lives by handing the right book to the right child at the right time. And for that one kid, finding themselves in a book can be a lifesaver.”
The author also referred to DeSantis as “a governor who wants to control everything, starting with what kids can think, what they can know, what they can question, what they can learn, and now even what they can talk about.”
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FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — Florence County native and NASCAR legend Cale Yarborough has died at 84 after a long illness.
Yarborough died early Sunday morning at McLeod Hospice in Florence, according to his family.
NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France released a statement following Yarborough’s death.
“Cale Yarborough was one of the toughest competitors NASCAR has ever seen. His combination of talent, grit and determination separated Cale from his peers, both on the track and in the record book. He was respected and admired by competitors and fans alike and was as comfortable behind the wheel of a tractor as he was behind the wheel of a stock car. On behalf of the France family and NASCAR, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cale Yarborough.”
During his career, Yarborough won 83 races, tying Jimmie Johnson for sixth on the all-time NASCAR Cup Series list. He’s also just one of two drivers to win three consecutive championships, winning 1976, 1977 and 1978.
Yarborough operated Cale Yarborough Honda in Florence. He grew up in Sardis, South Carolina, just a few miles from Timmonsville. He was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012.
He retired from racing in 1988, and he later became the first Republican elected to the Florence County Council since Reconstruction. He was re-elected his next term as a Democrat.
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Blake Lively Looks Gorgeous In A Glittery Gold Jumpsuit, But It's Her Rings And Nails I'm Most Obsessed About
Some A+ accessorizing.
Blake Lively has had some epic fashion moments over the past 12 months — often in social media posts punctuated with her signature humor — and whether she’s rocking head-to-toe Barbiecore or donning multiple bikinis just months after giving birth, we’ll take as many looks as she’s willing to give. As the actress looks back on the year that was 2023, there’s no question why one particular outfit is one worth remembering. Lively posted a couple of throwbacks in a glittery gold jumpsuit, but I’m actually obsessed with her nail art and rings.
Back in September, Blake Lively donned a Michael Kors gold-sequined jumpsuit for New York Fashion Week, and she chose to remember that look in the “2023 Memories” she posted to Instagram. While there’s no arguing that she absolutely stuns in the outfit, scroll through to check out her statement rings and nails decorated to look like studded leather:
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Elle Gerstein is credited as her nail artist, and I love how the shiny brown polish is accessorized with gold studs, giving the nails the impression of leather. It’s a casual look, but it complements Blake Lively’s golden jumpsuit perfectly. What’s more, she added a pop of color with several rings from Brent Neale Jewelry and Lorraine Schwartz. The cool tones perfectly completed the NYFW ensemble.
That’s not even to mention the jumpsuit itself, which Blake Lively looked amazing in. The skintight fit with flared legs was cinched in the middle with a belt nearly camouflaged by the surrounding sequins. Apparently, it took a lot of bravery and hard work for the actress to wear such an ensemble after giving birth to her and Ryan Reynolds’ fourth child in February. In the caption of the throwback pic, she wrote that only Michael Kors “could get me to squeeze into gold sequins way too soon after having a baby.”
Blake Lively didn’t have anything to worry about with her post-baby body, and hopefully she knows how gorgeous she always looks. While she may be winning me over with her choice of accessories and nail art, the Gossip Girl actress was not alone in adorning the gold this year. Renaissance concert film star Beyoncé showed off her own ridiculously sexy gold bodysuit with strategically placed hands on tour, while Janelle Monáe brought her signature style in a futuristic gold dress with cutouts at the 5th American Black Film Festival Honors in March.
More recently, Rachel Zegler went Old Hollywood glam in a golden gown, shimmering in a strapless dress at the 2023 Academy Museum Gala held in early December. Meanwhile, Kylie Jenner was dripping in gold for the Kardashian-Jenners’ epic Christmas Eve party, and many fans wondered if her gown was a low-key reference to her presumed boyfriend Timothée Chalamet and his new movie Wonka. Is SHE the Golden Ticket?
All of the above look scrumdiddlyumptious to me, and while Blake Lively may be saying goodbye to the gold jumpsuit and leather-studded nails of 2023, I can’t wait to see what these fashionistas have in store for us in the new year.
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(The Hill) – 2023 was a year in which many experts got a lot of things wrong about the economy.
From mistaken forecasts about an impending recession to errors about falling prices and why they had risen in the first place, 2023 was a year marked by economic confusion.
Even the Federal Reserve got disoriented, predicting an economic downturn at the beginning of the year and then yanking that prediction over the summer.
This waffling peeved some major players in the financial industry, including JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, who called the Fed out for providing unreliable guidance and being “100 percent dead wrong.”
“Central banks 18 months ago were 100 percent dead wrong. Maybe there should be humility about financial forecasting,” he said during a panel event in Saudi Arabia in October.
Here’s a look back at some of the biggest misconceptions about the economy of 2023.
Rising interest rates are sure to cause a recession
There was virtual certainty among economists at the end of last year that 2023 would see a recession. The debate was whether that recession would be short-lived and relatively superficial or long and serious, entailing a major spike in unemployment.
“The recession we have now been anticipating for nine months draws nearer,” Deutsche Bank analysts Peter Hooper and David Folkerts-Landau wrote in November of last year. “Our expectation for a recession in the US by mid-2023 has strengthened.”
That incorrect forecasting was based on the assumption that rising interest rates would directly slow the economy, tanking markets and causing workers to be fired.
“The economic downturns along with the aggressive monetary tightening and geopolitical and commodity shocks that induce them will be temporarily painful in financial and emerging markets. We see major stock markets plunging 25 percent from levels somewhat above today’s when the US recession hits, but then recovering fully by year-end 2023, assuming the recession lasts only several quarters,” Folkerts-Landau and Hooper wrote.
But the Fed’s program of tightening led neither to mass unemployment nor to a stock market dive. On the contrary, gross domestic product surged to a 4.9-percent quarterly increase during the third quarter.
The most the Dow Jones Industrial Average of major US stocks lost from its November 2022, level was about 7 percent in March of this year. The Dow has since risen 9.5 percent above that level, setting several new records this month, and unemployment has remained below 4 percent.
Unemployment needs to go up for inflation to go down
Economists have long correlated inflation and unemployment in part because employment costs are the major portion of overhead paid by companies. In the third quarter of this year, employee compensation was about 58 percent of real prices, input costs were about 26 percent, and profits were about 16 percent.
To stop rising prices, many economists believed the Fed needed to put the squeeze on workers’ paychecks with higher interest rates and then watch consumer demand and overhead costs fall and prices along with them. Or so the conventional thinking went.
“Persistent levels of inflation suggest the need for reduced economic activity to cool inflation to 2 percent … This would spark job losses, which we do expect to see based on the Fed’s forecasts,” Michael Weisz, president of investment firm Yieldstreet, wrote in an analysis at the end of last year.
But 2023 unbuckled the correlation between unemployment and inflation.
Headline inflation as measured in the consumer price index (CPI) fell from a 6.3-percent annual increase in January off a high last year of nearly 9 percent to just 3.1 percent in November.
The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, a different measure of inflation preferred by the Fed, fell from a 5.5-percent annual increase in January to just 2.6 percent in November – close to the the Fed’s 2-percent target.
The sharp drop in inflation came as the jobless rate barely moved.. Since inflation hit its 9-percent peak last June, unemployment has stayed between 3.4 and 3.9 percent — a far cry from the ranges of 6, 7 and even 10 percent predicted last summer.
Wages aren’t rising for the lowest-paid workers
Amid so much concern over the magnitude and trajectory of inflation, average hourly earnings for all US workers have actually kept pace with rising prices since the pandemic started in March 2020.
In fact, earnings have risen 19.4 percent since February 2020, slightly outpacing the increase in the CPI of 18.8 percent over the same period. Lower-wage workers have seen a greater share of these gains, contributing to a shrinking of income inequality in the US.
For production and nonsupervisory workers, who account for the majority of the U.S. workforce, their wages have increased 21.9 percent since just before the pandemic, more than 3 percentage points higher than the increase in the CPI.
Hospitality and leisure industry staff, who are some of the lowest paid people in the economy, have seen their wages rise 27 percent over the same period.
“The pandemic … [reduced] employer market power and [spurred] rapid relative wage growth among young noncollege workers who disproportionately moved from lower-paying to higher-paying and potentially more-productive jobs,” researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Massachusetts Amherst found earlier this year.
Rising markets, low unemployment will make people feel good
Despite solid economic performance data and a lot of salesmanship from the Biden administration, Americans have still been gloomy about the economy — a disconnect lamented and puzzled over by many financial commentators.
A December poll from Bankrate found that most Americans think the economy is currently experiencing a downturn, majorities those earning under $50,000 annually and those making more than $100,000 a year saying they feel like the U.S. economy is in a recession.
This gloom has translated into poor public opinion polling for President Biden. A November poll from Gallup found that just 32 percent of Americans approved of his handling of the economy.
But sentiment could be turning around in a major way. The latest Michigan Survey of Consumer Sentiment found a major brightening of the economic mood across various categories, reversing a fourth-month downward trend.
“These trends are rooted in substantial improvements in how consumers view the trajectory of inflation,” University of Michigan pollsters wrote. “All five index components rose this month, which has only occurred in 10 percent of readings since 1978. Expected business conditions surged over 25 percent for both the short and long run.”
Inflation had a single, clear-cut origin
Democrats and liberal economists have argued that inflation during the past year was caused primarily by supply-side disruptions while Republicans and conservative economists have blamed inflation on higher demand, boosted by trillions of dollars in pandemic stimulus.
Other economists have said the blame should fall mostly with corporations who took the opportunity of consumers’ being flush with cash to raise their prices and boost their profit margins.
The Ukraine war’s effect on energy prices and further variants of the coronavirus that extended the pandemic in 2021 were also fingered as culprits.
In fact, all of these factors contributed to varying degrees to the inflation that took off internationally starting in 2021 and lasted into this year. Holding up any single cause as the lone perpetrator ignores the dynamics between governments and the private sector that underlie the economy and international price system.
“Inflation eases at different rates across countries, due to their economic structures,” United Nations economists wrote in their 2023 trade and development report.
“As the cost of key inputs accelerates, several circumstances allow firms to gain higher profits by setting their prices following the general increasing trend, even if the goods were produced when inputs were cheaper,” they wrote. “Monetary policy is not to be used as a sole policy tool to alleviate inflationary pressures. With supply-side problems still unaddressed, a policy mix is needed to attain financial sustainability.”
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The PGA Tour board unanimously agreed three weeks ago to negotiate exclusively with Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of American-based professional sports teams owners led by Fenway Sports Group.
Monahan said the tour has made “meaningful progress” with SSG and provided the group with all the information it requested.
“As we move forward in our discussions, we are focused on the finalization of terms and drafts of necessary documents,” Monahan said.
Far more complicated are the negotiations with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the financial supporters of the rival LIV Golf League which lured away Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka in 2022, and most recently Masters champion Jon Rahm earlier this month.
Monahan described conversations with PIF and the European tour as “active and productive.”
The framework agreement was to expire Dec. 31, though it included language that the deadline could be extended if all parties agreed. “We are working to extend our negotiations into next year based on the progress we have made to date,” Monahan said in his memo.
Monahan said the goal for 2024 was to reach agreements with SSG, PIF and the European tour to bring them in as minority co-investors in the for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises.
“These partnerships will allow us to unify, innovate and invest in the game for the benefit of players, fans and sponsors,” Monahan said.
Under the framework agreement, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan would have a seat on the PGA Tour board. The agreement also included PGA Tour Enterprises doing an “objective, empirical-driven evaluation” of LIV and to determine if team golf can be integrated into the PGA Tour and European tour.
It also was to determine a “fair and objective” process for LIV players who might want to return to the PGA Tour or European tour, which is said to be a sticking point because of the players who turned down Saudi riches to remain on the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour season begins Thursday at The Sentry on Maui, the first of eight “signature” events with a $20 million purse and limited field. LIV Golf already has announced the bulk of its 2024 schedule and $20 million purses. It starts the first week of February.
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Today, Queen Margrethe II, the Queen of Denmark, has announced that she will be abdicating on 14th January 2024, with her eldest son Crown Prince Frederik set to take the throne.
During her traditional New Year’s Eve speech, Queen Margrethe II announced to the Danish nation that she will be abdicating after 52 years on the throne, in a surprising move.
“I have decided that now is the right time. On 14 January 2024 – 52 years after I succeeded my beloved father – I will step down as queen of Denmark,” explained Margrethe II.
Following up with, “I leave the throne to my son, Crown Prince Frederik.”
Queen Margrethe II is Europe’s longest-serving monarch and the longest serving monarch in Denmark.
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BAHAWALPUR - The district police have provided foolproof security to faithful at churches in Bahawalpur City and other parts of the district on Sunday. A spokesman for Bahawalpur police said here that District Police Officer, Bahawalpur, Syed Muhammad Abbas directed to provide foolproof security to churches and all other religious places of the Christian community. “An adequate number of police officers and personnel were deployed in and around churches where faithful came to perform prayers on Sunday. He added that the personnel of Elite Force, Dolphin Force and Traffic Police also deployed at important points on Sunday.
BAHAWALPUR FACES VERY COLD WEATHER
Bahawalpur city and adjoining areas have been facing extremely cold weather as the mercury dropped to five centigrade at night between Saturday and Sunday.
The dense fog/smog has gripped the entire region which used to start in the evening and remained continuous for the next day. The sun was seen for a while and the whole day passed with fog/smog. The highest maximum temperature of 19 centigrade and the lowest minimum of 05 centigrade were recorded during the last 24 hours.
Meanwhile, the local Met Office has forecast fog and partly cloudy weather for the city for the next 24 hours. The fog and partly cloudy weather has also been forecast for the rest of the region.
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Three property experts make their predictions on house prices, rent and investing in 2024
Three property experts have made their predictions for what Australians can expect from the property market in 2024.
It has been a challenging year for mortgage holders, renters and landlords as six rate rises heightened pressure on budgets and pushed Australians to their financial limits.
Estimations that homeowners were heading towards an ominous “mortgage cliff” have so far proven untrue despite a gloomy outlook for the national economy and property prices don’t appear to be any closer to plummeting.
Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee, Suburbtrends.com.au founder Kent Lardner and PropTrack’s Economic Research executive manager Cameron Kusher have all weighed in on what they think Aussies can expect to see in the property market in 2024.
Will property prices surge?
Property data analyst Kent Lardner is the brains behind suburbtrends.com.au and has spent the best of two decades surveying property trends across the country.
He said predicting property prices in the last six months has been “very difficult” and it’s only going to get more unpredictable in the new year.
Looking at current trends, Mr Lardner said properties in some regions where prices fell a “little bit too much” during the pandemic have started to climb again this year, and in some cases have “overcorrected”.
Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee predicts property prices will continue to grow as interest rates approach their peak.
“At this point, housing supply remains extremely low and many people that would be new home buyers are being pushed into the established market,” she said.
Furthermore, massive rental hikes are forcing many first home buyers into the market and pushing prices up even higher.
PropTrack’s Economic Research executive manager Cameron Kusher said he expects price to continue rising but at a “slower pace”.
The key factors driving this include the soaring cost of construction pushing more people into the existing dwelling market, a lack of housing supply to keep up with the growing population and stage three tax cuts putting more money into the pockets of high-income earners.
Where will it still be cheap to buy?
Brisbane has so far avoided the worst of soaring property prices, with areas like Jimboomba selling lots of new housing stock at around $800,000.
“What I would argue is that Brisbane still has affordability opportunity, so if you are looking to exit Sydney or Melbourne, you will still have surplus,” Dr Lardner said.
“I’d also say there is still going to be a fair bit of wind in the sails of Perth moving into 2024.”
There is a fair amount of listing stock in areas like the city of Swan, just north of Perth, where they have a good run in price growth, but its still very affordable.
The median house price is $520,000.
“When you compare and contrast with somewhere like Sydney you just realise how much value Perth offers,” he said.
What about the mortgage cliff?
The much talked about “mortgage cliff” forecasted to arrive as borrowers made the jump from a cheap fixed loan rate to a variable rate two years after the pandemic price crash, never reared its ugly head in 2023.
“It hasn’t really eventuated,” Mr Kusher said.
“What I would say though, is we have started to see a little bit of an uplift in mortgage arrears from historic low levels.”
About 13 per cent of households now have expenses which exceed their cash flow, according to data from the Reserve Bank released earlier this year.
“So there are people struggling out there at the moment but we haven’t seen a huge dumping of listings on the market,” he said.
Mr Lardner said while there has been no “cliff”, the mortgage belt is starting to stand out as a “highly-stressed marketplace”.
“We’ve seen a lot of outer suburbs, where there was an abundance of new mortgages taken out in one foul swoop, those markets are going to be in some strife because a lot of these people are starting to break,” he said.
However, Ms Conisbee predicts interest rate cuts are unlikely until late 2024 or early 2025, spelling bad news for mortgage holders already teetering at the brink.
“This means mortgage holders need to survive until 2025, paying far more on their home loans than they did two years ago,” she said.
Are people still searching for a tree change?
A mass exodus from cities during the pandemic drove strong price growth in many coastal and regional communities, but many of these houses are returning to market.
“In many beachside holiday destinations, we saw a sharp rise in properties for sale and a corresponding fall in prices,” Ms Conisbee said.
“While having a holiday home made sense in 2021, higher interest rates, the ability to travel again and restrictions on Airbnb have made it far more difficult.”
She predicts while regional housing remains more affordable, this may not last long with housing shortages a problem in these highly desirable parts of the country.
“I think the trends we saw through Covid are well and truly reversing,” Mr Kusher agreed.
However, regional locations that are an acceptable commute to capital cities may retain their value for example in Geelong, Ballarat, or Wollongong.
Mr Lardner said he has already started to see regional markets such as the Richmond coast in Victoria or the Shoalhaven in NSW start to correct from Covid highs.
“Some markets have fallen significantly already, so there is a scope for prices to fall and some could fall up to 10 per cent,” he said.
“If I talk about the Shoalhaven as an example, that fell by about 5 per cent, there’s every possibility that it could fall by another 5 per cent.”
Will it be a good time to invest?
It has been a tough year for investors with interest rates putting pressure on the hip pocket and tighter regulation taking some of the ease out of the investment track.
However, Mr Kusher doesn’t believe it’s all bad news for investors in the new year.
Certain states have increased taxes on investors but as interest rates have risen to the highest they’ve been in 12 years, the tax deductions available on an investment are “much greater”, he said.“I could see a situation where we see more investment over the next four months, just a different type of investor.”
Mr Lardner said he has seen a lot less investors reaching out for his assistance this year, and he doesn’t see that changing in the new year.
“There is a fairly significant cohort of investors feeling the pinch because they’re filling up their car and buying groceries and paying their own mortgages and now they’ve taken on this extra burden and I think they’re certainly going to feel the pinch in 2024,” he said.
He doesn’t agree with reports of an “investor exodus” and said there is still interest in South Australia, Perth and Tasmania.
“Perth has been a bit of a darling not only for investors but also first home buyers,” Dr Lardner said. “Its given them a lot of capital gain in a short period of time.”
Ms Conisbee said “mum and dad investors” own almost all rental properties across Australia and she doesn’t expect to see a shake up anytime soon.
“Right now, investors aren’t very active. Interest rates are too high and there are a lot of impediments to owning a rental property relative to other investments,” she said.
She said conditions will improve “marginally” in 2024 but not enough to solve the nation’s rental shortage.
Will renters get any relief?
Just as mortgage holders are getting very little relief, renters are stuck in the same basket.
Mr Lardner doesn’t believe the trend of sky-high rents in capital cities, and even regionally, can continue.
“The percentage of household income being allocated to rent is increasing,” he said. “We just can’t get blood from a stone.”“So many, if not the whole of the country, has moved to that 31 per cent or higher mark in terms of how much they’re spending on rent.
He said if the cost-of-living crunch worsens, as its expected to, this will have a flow-on effect on rental vacancies, because “people won’t be able to survive”.
“There will be a lot more people moving back with parents and family and that will result in some vacancy rate movements.”
Ms Conisbee added that Australia has “relatively affordable rent” compared to other major countries around the world.
Conisbee:
“While this is the case, rents have risen rapidly since the middle of the pandemic, driven by a desire by many people to live alone, a lack of new housing development and the return of population growth,” she said.
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The Minister for Trade and Communications, Manoa Kamikamica, highlighted the government’s focus on fostering entrepreneurship with accelerator programs and MSMEs training initiatives.
Kamikamica says that the Cooperatives, Small and Medium Enterprises SMEs has been active since last year.
He says around 70 to 80 new cooperatives have emerged, indicating significant growth and activity within the MSME sector.
“Working with the private sector, there are about four of five accelerator programs with about 10 to 20 people, so that’s about 100 entrepreneurs getting regular training in how to run businesses.”
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The Minister emphasizes this significant positive development and confirms plans for its further promotion throughout this year.
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Addressing Rural Healthcare Access: Rep. Susan Wild’s Advocacy
Healthcare access should not be contingent on one’s geographical location, a sentiment echoed by Susan Wild, a representative of Pennsylvania’s 7th District. The stark reality for many rural communities, however, is that access to quality, affordable healthcare is a persistent challenge. Approximately 60 million Americans, including over a third of Pennsylvanians, reside in rural areas where medical resources are often scarce.
Rural Health Crisis in Numbers
The severity of the healthcare accessibility problem in rural Pennsylvania becomes evident when one considers that 26% of its residents live in areas federally designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas. This percentage translates into an alarming statistic, pointing to a healthcare desert that leaves many without ready access to critical medical services.
Compounding this issue is the looming departure of nearly 30% of rural physicians from the workforce within the next five years. This expected exodus threatens to exacerbate accessibility problems, potentially leaving many without access to preventive care.
Legislative Efforts to Address the Crisis
In response to these challenges, Wild, alongside Rep. Dan Meuser (R-Pa.), are championing the bipartisan Fairness for Rural Teaching Hospitals Act. This legislation seeks to ensure that rural teaching hospitals receive higher reimbursements for training new physicians. The idea is to create financial incentives that would help retain and attract healthcare professionals to rural areas.
Additionally, Wild supports the bipartisan PROTECT 340B Act, a piece of legislation aimed at protecting the 340B drug pricing program from discrimination by pharmacy benefit managers, insurance companies, and pharmaceutical firms. The 340B program is crucial for enabling rural communities to access lower-priced prescription drugs.
Telehealth and Rural Healthcare
Telehealth services are another critical aspect of bridging the healthcare gap in rural communities. Wild underlines the necessity of expanding access to affordable, high-speed internet for this purpose. She points out that the Affordable Connectivity Program and infrastructure funds are being allocated to bolster broadband access in Pennsylvania’s rural areas.
In conclusion, Wild reasserts her belief that healthcare is a human right and not a privilege determined by one’s zip code. She pledges her ongoing commitment to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their location, has access to quality healthcare.
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DENVER (KDVR) — A Colorado woman accused of killing two of her children was arrested in the United Kingdom on Saturday, according to police.
Kimberlee Singler, 35, is suspected of killing her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son and attempting to kill her 11-year-old daughter in Colorado Springs.
On Dec. 19, police said they responded to a 911 call reporting a burglary at an apartment complex at around 12:30 a.m. and found the the bodies of the two deceased children.
Officers also located Singler and her 11-year-old daughter at the scene. They were both injured and taken to hospitals for treatment, according to Colorado Springs Police Department spokesperson Ira Cronin.
Singler’s injuries were minor. The 11-year-old girl was hospitalized for a few days and then released. She is recovering well physically in Colorado Springs. Cronin said he could not release details about how the children or Singler were injured.
Police said the initial report of a burglary was unfounded.
Singler was initially cooperative with police investigating the homicides and alleged burglary. She went missing after the probe, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
“In the initial stages of the investigation, we were treating her as a victim of a burglary,” Cronin told the Associated Press.
On Dec. 26, investigators obtained an arrest warrant for Singler on multiple charges, including multiple counts of first degree murder, child abuse and assault.
The children’s deaths came amid an ongoing legal battle between Singler and her ex-husband over parenting time and other issues, according to court filings. Court hearings had been scheduled for next month.
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Wonka Reigns At Box Office, But The Color Purple Also Helps To End The Year On A High Note
A trio of new releases hit theaters on Christmas Day, and while box office numbers overall marked a satisfying end to the year, the new offerings weren’t able to crack the Top 3 to pull ahead of the previous week’s winners. Wonka reclaimed the top spot in its third weekend, earning another $23.95 million, while Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom and Migration took silver and bronze, respectively. The Color Purple exceeded expectations, and second-weekend offerings like Anyone But You also contributed to the year’s revenue sneaking past $9 billion for the first time post-pandemic.
Check out the Top 10 chart to see where The Color Purple, The Boys in the Boat and Ferrari landed in their opening weekend, and then we’ll break it all down below.
Wonka Wins The Holidays, While The Color Purple Is Expected To Reach Big Milestone
Timothée Chalamet’s Willy Wonka origin story continues to draw people in, as Wonka increased ticket sales from its second to third weekends by 33 percent (per The Numbers). Word-of-mouth advertising likely helped holiday moviegoers with the decision of which ticket to buy, too, as the movie holds a 91% Fresh audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Our own Mike Reyes called it a “scrumdiddlyumptious feat” in his review of Wonka, rating the film 4.5 stars out of 5, and some of us even prefer it to Gene Wilder’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
The film continues to get a big boost from international crowds as well, and when you add the $134.6 million Wonka’s made in North America to the $244.4 million internationally, Paul King’s fantasy has cracked the global Top 20 movies of the year, with its $379 million good for 19th place. But that wasn’t the only big win in the musical category this weekend.
The Color Purple may be settling for fourth place when all the weekend ticket sales are tallied, but Blitz Bazawule’s remake was certainly a winner on Christmas Day. The ensemble musical nearly doubled opening-day expectations, earning $18.1 million on December 25.
As of Sunday its earnings were estimated at $45.3 million domestically and the coming-of-age film was expected to break the $50 million mark by the end of the New Year’s weekend (per THR). This would mark a huge milestone for the newest adaptation of Alice Walker’s classic novel and would also put it into the Top 50 highest-grossing movies of 2023 after just a week in theaters.
Expectations were high going into The Color Purple’s debut, with early screenings drawing rave reviews for the musical and its talented cast that includes Taraji P. Henson, Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo and Corey Hawkins. It doesn’t seem like moviegoers were disappointed either, as the film currently holds a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 95% Fresh and is graded an A on CinemaScore.
The week’s other new releases — George Clooney’s The Boys in the Boat and Michael Mann's Ferrari — also beat their first-day projections to end the weekend at No. 6 and No. 8, respectively. We’ll have to see how those numbers translate into their sophomore outings.
Migration, Anyone But You, The Iron Claw See Impressive Week 2 Gains
If it seems like “better-than-expected” is the running theme for this weekend at the theater, that’s especially true for movies in their second week of release. Last week, Illumination’s Migration had the weakest opening of any film produced by the company, but it rebounded in a big way on New Year’s weekend. The ducky animated adventure increased week-over-week revenue by 38% for a total domestic gross of $54.3 million. What’s more, it crossed the nine-digit mark worldwide, earning $100.8 million after adding in international numbers.
While it’s unusual to see an increase in a movie’s second week (undoubtedly spurred by people having more free time and kids being out of school for the holidays), it’s not surprising to see Migration spring back in such a way, as December animated releases often have long legs in their theatrical runs. We’ll have to see how its success compares to its Illumination predecessors like Sing 2 and Puss In Boots: The Last Wish, which also saw slow starts.
Similarly to Migration, Zac Efron’s professional wrestling biopic The Iron Claw and Anyone But You starring Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell got boosts from the holiday crowd after disappointing opening rounds. Will Gluck’s romantic comedy, in particular, saw a 50% increase in ticket sales, accumulating $25 million after 10 days in theaters. The Iron Claw saw a 4% rise, putting it at $16.4 million in the same timeframe — seemingly in a good place to earn back its estimated $15 million budget (which doesn’t include marketing costs).
Unfortunately, not all second-week releases saw an increase in audience. After Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom failed to make a splash, despite coming out on top at last weekend’s box office, the movie fell another 30% in its second effort. Normally, that small of a Week 2 decline would be cause for celebration, but after what we’ve seen the holiday crowds do to the numbers, to say Jason Momoa’s DCEU swan song is underperforming domestically is an understatement. Internationally the waters aren’t as dark, however. The film has earned $173.6 million overseas for a global total of $251.4 million.
2023 Goes Out On A High Note
So while the future looks promising for 2024 musicals like Mean Girls but a little murky for upcoming superhero movies like Deadpool 3 and a Sony Spider-Man Universe trio, 2023 is ending on a high note that didn’t always seem like it was in the cards for the box office. Deadline reports that this weekend’s estimated $281.4 million in box office revenue is up 14% from the same period in 2022.
Ticket sales for the calendar year surpassed $9 billion for the first time in the post-pandemic era — a 20% increase over last year but still 20% below 2019’s North American earnings. Will 2024 continue the upward trend? Memory and Night Swim are set to kick things off on the 2024 movie release calendar, so be sure to come back to CinemaBlend next week for analysis on what it all means.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Child deaths investigated by the Indiana Department of Child Services rose across the state in 2022, according to the recently released Annual Report of Child Abuse & Neglect Fatalities in Indiana.
In 2022, the Indiana Department of Child Services investigated 308 child deaths across the state, up from 2021’s 271 child deaths. Of those 308 deaths, DCS determined that 17 were the result of abuse while 44 were due to neglect.
Of the 61 deaths determined to be a result of abuse or neglect, 67% of the children were 3 years of age or under. Most of the victims were males, 39, as opposed to 22 of the children being female.
Of the 61 deaths attributed to abuse or neglect, 31 were found to be accidental with 17 determined as homicides.
The most common cause of death, taken from the state death certificates, was found to be death by a weapon (including a body part, e.g. a closed fist) which was listed as a primary factor in 22 of the 61 deaths.
In 75% of the cases investigated by DCS, the death occurred in the child’s home with the child’s biological parents being deemed responsible for the death 80% of the time.
Out of the 61 child deaths attributed to neglect or abuse in 2022, 12 occurred in Marion County. Lake County had the second highest amount at seven followed by Vanderburgh County at four.
Of the 17 child deaths across the state attributed to abuse, seven were children under the age of 1. One of the victims was a baby only 23 days old, according to the report.
Most perpetrators of abuse were determined to be males, the report found, with 14 males labeled as perpetrators of abuse leading to the child’s death as opposed to eight females. A majority of the perpetrators fell between the age range of 20 to 34.
Fathers were the most common perpetrators of abuse, the report details, followed closely by the mother or the mother’s partner.
Sixteen of the 17 abuse deaths occurred in the child’s home, DCS said. In most cases, there were other children in the home as well.
While abuse perpetrators were mostly found to be male, neglect perpetrators were mostly found to be female, according to DCS’s report.
Out of the 44 child deaths attributed to neglect, mothers were the most common perpetrators followed by fathers.
Children age 3 and under accounted for 27 of the 44 neglect deaths with children under 1 and 1-year-olds accounting for the most neglect deaths at 9 each.
Like abuse deaths, children whose deaths were attributed to neglect were most likely to die in their own home with 28 of the 44 deaths happening in the home. Most of the homes had other children living there as well.
In neglect cases, the most common stress factor found to be impacting the caregiver of the victim was substance abuse. Abuse cases were the same with a history of substance abuse being the most common factor impacting caregivers. Insufficient income, a history of being mistreated as a child themselves and being unemployed were the other most common factors impacting caregivers in both neglect and abuse cases.
Indiana DCS stated that every death DCS is required by statute to investigate is reviewed at both a county and state level. DCS investigates the deaths of children under the age of 3 if the death is sudden, unexpected or unexplained, or if there are allegations of abuse or neglect. Deaths of children 3 or older are investigated by DCS only if there have been allegations of abuse or neglect.
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Harris had not hit the century mark rushing this season, his closest coming when he ran for 99 yards against Cincinnati. But he combined with Jaylen Warren for a running punch that Seattle struggled to stop.
Harris averaged 4.5 yards per carry and reached the 100-yard mark for the first time since Week 17 of last season against Baltimore. Warren added another 75 yards rushing and scored on a 18-yard run in the first quarter.
Harris scored on a 9-yard touchdown run in the second quarter breaking several tackles on his way to the goal line before a final lunge to break the plane. In the third quarter, Harris scored on a 4-yard run with a big assist from his linemen pushing the pile into the end zone to give the Steelers a 24-17 lead.
Pittsburgh thrived against Seattle’s run defense that has been awful for more than half the season and finished with 202 yards rushing and a season-high 468 total yards. Pittsburgh was the sixth straight opponent to rush for at least 135 yards against the Seahawks.
Quarterback Mason Rudolph was 18 of 24 for 274 yards and hit the big throws when needed, none more important than a 34-yard completion to George Pickens on third-and-6 early in the fourth quarter. Pickens made a terrific diving finger-tip catch and led to Chris Boswell's 26-yard field goal that gave the Steelers a 27-20 lead with 7:07 left.
Rudolph also hit Pickens for 24 yards with two minutes left and Seattle desperately needing a stop. Pickens had seven catches for 131 yards.
Seattle (8-8) had its two-game win streak snapped and while the Seahawks weren’t eliminated from the postseason, they will need a victory and a lot of help in Week 18.
Geno Smith threw for 290 yards and a 12-yard TD to Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the first half. Kenneth Walker III added 53 yards rushing and a 13-yard TD in the first half, but the Seahawks settled for three field goals in the second half and Smith committed one big turnover.
Nick Herbig forced and recovered a fumble sacking Smith with seven minutes left, giving the Steelers possession at the Seattle 16 and Boswell’s 21-yard field goal with 4:31 left pushed the Pittsburgh lead to 30-20.
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Seattle took two major hits to its offensive line. Starting right tackle Abe Lucas played the entire first half, but went to the locker room early before the second quarter ended and was ruled out with a knee injury when the second half started.
Three plays into the third quarter, center Evan Brown had to be helped off the field and was ruled out with a concussion.
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Steelers: Pittsburgh will be at Baltimore in Week 18.
Seahawks: Seattle closes out the regular season at Arizona next week.
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‘Dangerous’: Heavy rainfall and flash flooding rips through Qld to start new year
Queenslanders in the southeast of the state have been hammered with heavy rainfall and life-threatening flash flooding events to start the new year.
The ominous storm front, stretching more than 500km across the southeast, is forecast to douse the Gold Coast, Coolangatta, Logan City, Beenleigh, Mount Tamborine and Springbrook regions on Monday and through to Tuesday.
The Bureau of Meteorology has labelled the weather event as “dangerous” for residents in those areas, adding that localised and “intense” rainfall would produce up to 250mm of rain during a six-hourly period.
A warning for severe thunderstorms has persisted through to the new year after homes were torn apart in the Gold Coast area in late December.
The bureau has attributed the conditions to humid, easterly winds colliding with a coastal trough overhead in South East Queensland.
Thunderstorms are likely to dominate the region for most of Monday, with a further warning for residents to be aware of possible flash flooding.
Little Nerand Dam, northwest of Springbrook, recorded a staggering 150mm of rainfall and run-off in the space of three hours before 5.30am.
While the intensity of storms has eased slightly in the Hinterland region, the bureau has warned severe conditions could redevelop.
Emergency services have urged people to stay away from stormwater drains and any fallen power lines.
The bureau said residents and travellers should never walk through or attempt to drive through flood waters.
Commuters are urged to avoid driving because of the dangerous conditions and park vehicles away from trees during severe storm events.
In the north of the state, Queenslanders are having to contend with hot and humid weather, with temperatures sitting in the low to mid 30s in Cairns and Townsville for the rest of the week.
A low-intensity and severe heatwave warnings have been issued for the western half of the stat, and an isolated extreme heatwave warning northwest of Cairns.
Based off most recent data, temperatures reached into the 97th percentile for areas close to Gladstone and Hervey Bay and the UV index sits at 14 throughout the state, which is above extreme levels.
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Rawalpindi-Superintendent of Police SP Saddar paid a visit to review the security and traffic arrangements in Murree on the eve of New Year’s Night here on Sunday.
SP gave further instructions to concerned officials to ensure the best security arrangements for the tourists. SP Saddar Muhammad Nabil Khokhar said that negligence will not be tolerated at any cost.
He warned that strict action would be taken against those who were found negligent in performing their duties.
Additionally, more than 350 officers are performing their duties for the convenience and protection of the tourists in Muree.
Kokhar underscored that the best security and traffic arrangements must be ensured with the coordination of other departments. He made it clear that it is the prime duty of police to protect the lives and properties of people.
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[Source: UTRGV]
Over 1,700 teacher transfer applications have been received by the Ministry of Education for the upcoming year.
The Ministry states that they are focusing on placing teachers in schools that align with their subjects.
Permanent Secretary Selina Kuruleca says some schools may not expect the return of certain staff members, as the decision on teacher transfers is final, and educators will move to their newly designated schools.
Kuruleca also stresses the importance of strategic teacher deployment.
“So I have to find a school that can take you. And then we have to worry about your grading, whether you’re an assistant teacher, VP, AP. So then that. Then the subject combination. Then where are you going to stay? What if you have children? Where do we consider you and your children? So it’s not an easy task.”
PS Education Selina Kuruleca
Kuruleca says teachers approved for transfers will commence their academic year in new schools.
“Get ready to pack and then in the New Year you move to your new school. So that was well received in many regards, because then it also gave closure to the children, which is really important for us before the teacher goes on to another school, particularly for our primary schools.”
Students and teachers are expected to return to classes on 29th of this month.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WROC) — With an opportunity to clinch a playoff spot in a fifth consecutive season, the Bills did not begin the afternoon against the Patriots ideally.
Rasul Douglas personally made sure the rest of the game went ok.
Jalen Reagor returned the opening kickoff 98 yards for a touchdown to give the Patriots an immediate 7-0 lead. Josh Allen even took a sack and fumbled on the next play.
Douglas deflected a pass on the next Patriots drive and Ed Oliver made an incredible diving interception to set up a field goal. After a Buffalo punt, Douglas picked off Bailey Zappe himself for his third interception with the Bills.
Buffalo kept the ball on the ground after the turnover and needed four plays to go 14 yards for a go ahead touchdown. Josh Allen snuck the ball in from a yard out to finish the short field drive and give the Bills their first lead.
Christian Benford punched a ball out on the next Patriots drive and recovered the ball himself. That led to a second Tyler Bass field goal.
Douglas struck again in early in the second quarter. The Bills sent an all-out blitz on a third and 11. Zappe tried a short, quick throw to avoid the blitz. His receiver went deep. Douglas did not. After a diving interception, Douglas returned the ball 40 yards for his first Bills touchdown. It’s already his second two interception game. Buffalo had a 20-7 lead.
It didn’t last long. A 48 yard Kevin Harris catch and run on a great screen pass got the Patriots into the red zone. Zappe strolled in with a 17 yard scramble for a touchdown on the next snap and New England was back within a score. It remained a 20-14 game at the half.
Buffalo restored some space with a strong drive to open the second half. Dalton Kincaid beat Kyle Duggar off the line and got free for a 51 yard connection. James Cook and Allen combined for five rushes and 13 yards that finished the drive. The Bills version of the Tush Push finally pushed the ball over the goal line for a 27-14 lead.
After an exchange of punts, Zappe hit Reagor with a 39 yard pass that got the Patriots to the Bills 30 yard line. A Demario Douglas catch and run moved the ball inside the red zone and Jordan Poyer tacked on seven more with a ridiculous late hit. Ezekiel Elliott scored on the next play from six yards out and the Patriots had, once again, closed within a score.
On the next possession, the Bills were unable to put point on the board after an Allen fumble on 3rd down near midfield forced them to punt. However, a fabulous punt by Sam Martin pinned the Patriots inside the five yard line.
The Buffalo defense forced a three and out and the offense was able to run the final five minutes of the game off the clock to secure the win.
Allen completed 15 of his 30 passing attempts for 169 passing yards to go along with an interception and two rushing touchdowns. Cook led the ground attack with 48 yards on 16 carries.
Kincaid had a game-high 47 receiving yards on four catches while Khalil Shakir had 39 receiving yards.
The Bills (10-6) will take on the Dolphins (11-5) next weekend where the winner will be crowned the AFC East champs.
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Jill Tarter, co-founder of the SETI Institute, explains why the organization's role is that of universal historians.
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AI Revolutionizes Antibiotic Discovery: A New Era in Combating MRSA
In a monumental stride for science and humanity, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have spearheaded a significant breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic resistance. Through the cutting-edge use of advanced deep learning models, the team has discovered a new class of antibiotics capable of combating the formidable methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Revolutionizing Drug Discovery with AI
Artificial intelligence has redefined the boundaries of drug discovery, marking the first major antibiotic discovery in six decades. The study, published in Nature and co-authored by a team of 21 researchers, underscores the paradigm-shifting impact of AI in expediting drug discovery and optimizing the drug development process.
These researchers employed an enhanced deep learning model, trained with data from approximately 39,000 compounds tested for antibiotic activity against MRSA. The integration of the model’s predictions with assessments of human cell toxicity led to the identification of effective compounds posing minimal harm to humans. Out of a staggering 12 million screened compounds, 280 were tested in a lab, culminating in two promising antibiotic candidates from the same class that significantly reduced MRSA populations in mouse models.
A New Class of Antibiotics Emerges
The newly discovered class of antibiotics, termed benzopyridone cyanoacetates (BCs), exhibits a broad antibacterial spectrum with low Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) values against the tested strains. These BCs display rapid sterilization capacity, low resistance trend, and minimal hemolysis and cytotoxicity. One of them, named octyl NaBC5galso, demonstrated potent anti-infective potential in vivo. These BCs have the capacity to effectively eliminate bacterial biofilm, destroy membrane integrity, induce bacterial oxidative stress and metabolic disturbance, and accelerate bacterial apoptosis, making them potential novel multitargeting broad-spectrum antibacterial candidates to conquer drug resistance.
Future Implications and Challenges
As the looming European Parliament elections in June 2024 approach, the potential impact of AI technology on political stability is being increasingly scrutinized. With Europe grappling with various challenges such as the war in Ukraine, the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, and a cost of living crisis, the influence of AI in the political sphere is a matter of concern.
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Five Nights At Freddy’s 2: Cast, Timeframe, And Everything Else We Know About The Horror Sequel
Beware all who enter the house of Freddy Fazbear.
One of the biggest box office hits of 2023, and currently the highest global earner within the Blumhouse Productions library, Emma Tammi’s Five Nights at Freddy’s finally brought the beloved frights from Scott Cawthon’s video game series into live-action for the first time. While critics were pretty ruthless with their views, the massive fanbase undercut any such negativity by turning out in droves, with immediate calls for a sequel (or more). So will Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 be joining the ranks of other upcoming horror movies?
Early on in the rumor mill, the belief was that Universal and Blumhouse had sights on spinning FNAF into a trilogy of films, per franchise standards. But with the film’s theatrical and streaming release happening in the midst of the since-concluded SAG-AFTRA strike, and only a month after the WGA strike ended, it became unclear if those reported plans were in jeopardy, or whether audiences could anticipate Freddy Fazbear’s house of horrors as a yearly Halloween arrival. So let’s dig into where things currently stand for the sequel.
Is Five Nights At Freddy’s 2 Happening?
As of this writing, Universal and Blumhouse have remained shockingly quiet about what the future of Five Nights at Freddy’s will look like, and neither company has officially confirmed that a sequel is on the way. But in this case, the radio silence isn’t necessarily a bad omen. (Plus, there’s a promising new report, as discussed further down.)
There are huge expectations for at least one more film to be produced, based entirely on FNAF’s theatrical earnings, which are wildly boffo for a movie crafted on a $20 million budget. To skimp out on a sequel would be throwing away crane games full of money.
Universal is also behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which became the first movie in 2023 to bring in over $1 billion at the box office, yet similarly doesn’t have a sequel amidst the list of upcoming video game movies. So the studio’s lack of updates isn’t limited to Five Nights.
It’s highly possible that the delay in sequel confirmation is tied to the studio wanting a larger stake in the franchise, which would require larger deals and contracts being worked out. Not just with cast and crew — including the Jim Henson’s Creature Shop squad, whom Emma Tammi was delighted to work with — but maybe also with other companies more invested in the merchandising side of things. The fact that there weren’t a slew of movie tie-in toys on shelves for Christmas 2023 is as shocking as anything else.
When Would Five NIghts At Freddy’s 2 Be Expected To Release?
Considering the first film staked out the genre-friendly weekend before Halloween to bring in theater-goers and audiences with Peacock subscriptions, one would expect producers to have the same goal in mind for 2024. And according to a report from the site World of Reel, that’s precisely the case.
The rumor is that Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 is being geared for a similar release window, with the weekend closest to Halloween 2024 being eyed. Considering the rather quick filming-to-release process that happened with the first film, this isn’t too wild a possibility.
When Is Filming Rumored To Start For FNAF 2?
The same report that pointed to the potential sequel’s Halloween 2024 release plan is also where the latest rumors about the production scope for Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. According to World of Reel, the goal is for filming to kick off in the “spring of 2024.”
The bulk of Five Nights’ on-screen action and stunts were handled practically, without an abundance of CGI wizardry, which makes it easier to buy into the idea that the movie could film from May-June and still produce a final cut by the end of October. It won’t be easy, but then not much about this franchise can be considered “easy.”
Which Cast Members Are Expected To Return?
Technically, just about everyone who was an initial Five Nights at Freddy’s cast member could potentially return for any sequels, with the most obvious exception being Mary Stuart Masterson as Mike and Abby’s seemingly greedy aunt Jane. Though even she could obviously still reappear in one way or another in this dream-friendly universe.
At this point, the number of returning cast members likely hinges on whether Scott Cawthon & Co. decide to follow the same core group in the second film, or if they’ll choose to focus on the dark events surrounding another Fazbear Entertainment property. (I personally cannot wait to see the Mega Pizzaplex fully realized in live-action splendor.)
No matter where the story goes, however, it’s likely that Matthew Lillard’s murderous and just a li’l bit psychotic villain William Afton will be back in some capacity. Whether it’s via flashback to him as a living and breathing monster, or as a less corporeal fright following up on the character’s painful fate in the first film.
To that end, Matthew Lillard sounded as if he was ready and willing to jump back into the role when he spoke with CinemaBlend about sequel plans and where things are at in that regard. Here’s how he put it:
Without saying anything official, Lillard made it sound like the next movie could indeed serve as a prequel to help fill in some of the blanks where universe-expanding lore is concerned. And William Afton’s evil hands are all over that, so expect more from Lillard even if the sequel’s story doesn’t center on Josh Hutcherson’s Mike and Piper Rubio’s Libby. Prequels would also imply more from Elizabeth Lail’s Vanessa, possibly at a point where she was a more dependable minion to her father.
Who Could Direct Five Nights At Freddy’s 2?
The first film was directed and co-scripted by Emma Tammi, who’d previously helped the 2018 western horror The Wind and a pair of installments from Hulu’s holiday horror anthology Into the Dark, among other projects. By and large, even the film’s biggest critics had fewer complaints with the direction and cinematography as the story and characters, so it stands to reason that she would be invited back to helm the sequel as well. (Which isn’t to say it’s a lock, especially if another more seasoned director showed interest.)
When CinemaBlend spoke with Tammi ahead of Five Night at Freddy’s release both theoretically and on Peacock, she was hopeful for sequel chances, but said that wasn’t anyone’s specific goal while making the flagship film. In her words:
Five Nights opened to $80 million domestically, and to date has brought in over $290 million at the box office globally, setting a milestone as Blumhouse’s highest earning film yet. It also sparked a record number of Peacock subscriptions upon its debut, which silenced some of the questions about why Universal didn’t hold off on sending it to streaming.
So while it’s safe to assume 2024 will bring plenty of news about Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, you know how the old saying goes: don’t count your Chicas before they’ve hatched.
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(NewsNation) — Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy expressed his determination to challenge what he deems unconstitutional actions regarding ballot removals in certain states in an interview on “NewsNation Prime.”
Ramaswamy, a political outsider and businessman, criticized the removal of former President Donald Trump from primary ballots in Maine and Colorado, stating that such decisions were unconstitutional and undermined the democratic process.
He pledged to withdraw his name from ballots and called on fellow Republican candidates, including Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis and Chris Christie, to do the same in any state where such removals occur.
“The Republican candidates can actually stop this form of election interference and I called on the other Republicans in the race to do the same thing,” Ramaswamy said. “Now the others have been sidestepping the issue been radio silent on it.”
In response to threats faced by Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, who removed Trump from the state’s primary ballot, Ramaswamy condemned violence but called for vigorous debate.
He urged Bellows to explain the constitutional basis for denying voters the right to choose their president, emphasizing the importance of upholding democratic principles.
Bellows insists she’s following Maine law. After Trump submitted his signatures, five registered Maine voters, including two former Republican state senators, challenged his qualifications.
Bellows says she was obligated to conduct an administrative hearing, allowing both sides to present exhibits, testimony and witnesses before issuing a ruling in accordance with election law and her oath to the Constitution.
The candidate also defended his recent decision to halt spending on television advertising, asserting that his campaign is data-driven and focused on high return-on-investment tactics. Ramaswamy emphasized his commitment to self-funding the campaign and portrayed himself as a practical, results-oriented leader.
“I’m running this campaign the way I’m going to run this country, including driven by data and making smart decisions,” he said.
Ramaswamy, currently campaigning in Iowa, believes that polls are significantly underestimating his support and anticipates a major upset in the upcoming caucuses on Jan. 15.
“I think the polls are dead off. So I’m here in Iowa, I have done more events than any of the other candidates, actually all of the other candidates combined,” Ramaswamy said.
Addressing rumors of a potential withdrawal and endorsement of Trump, Ramaswamy vehemently denied any such plans, stating that he is committed to competing until January 2033.
When questioned about criticism within his party regarding his stance on Israel, Ramaswamy asserted that he holds the most pro-Israel view in the Republican Party. He argued for diplomatic support rather than military intervention and accused President Joe Biden of second-guessing Israel’s decisions, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to provide diplomatic cover.
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Truck driver charged after crash with train kills two SA rail workers near NSW border
A truck driver has been charged over a horror crash between a truck and train where two people were killed.
A Pacific National freight train crashed with a truck at Bindarrah in South Australia on Sunday morning, about 30km west of the NSW border.
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Rudyard Kipling, in his era, was celebrated for his jingoistic and racially charged narratives, winning accolades like the Nobel Prize in Literature.
His rhetoric of the ‘White Man’s Burden,’ while archaic and repudiated today, somehow finds subtle echoes in our contemporary society - not in color, but in ethnicity. We’re trapped in a cycle of ethnic nationalism, where the dialogue is often hijacked by what the Baloch want, what the Pakhtun demand, and so forth. This relentless focus on ethnic divides undermines the overarching identity that binds us - being Pakistani
As if each problem is the exclusive burden of one group or another. It’s a narrative that fractures, that carves deeper chasms between us, muddling our collective identity.
This isn’t just misleading; it’s dangerous. When the media spotlights an issue as the plight of a specific ethnicity, it’s as if they’re telling the rest of us,
“This isn’t your battle.” But here’s the catch – it is. These aren’t isolated stories; they’re chapters of our shared national saga. This skewed storytelling risks not only alienating us from each other but also blinds us to the truth: that the fabric of Pakistan is woven from these very threads of shared struggle and unity.
In the chess game of Pakistan’s politics, ethnic division has become a pawn, a winning strategy in the quest for power. Politicians, shrewd in their play, often stir the pot of ethnic nationalism, knowing well it’s a recipe that attracts votes. Rallying people against a common ‘other’ seems far simpler than weaving the diverse tapestry of our nation into a unified front.
This tactic, though politically savvy, is fraying the very fabric of our nationhood, leaving us not stronger together, but weaker in our scattered pieces. Our collective identity, now seems like a tapestry with its threads coming loose, each one representing a fragment of our once united nation.
This prevailing narrative of division, while loud, misses the panoramic view – that these divides are a weight shouldered by Pakistan in its entirety. The struggles of the Baloch community, as urgent and profound as they are, ripple far beyond their immediate surroundings.
These ripples are felt in every nook of our nation, from the pulsating heart of Karachi to the tranquil valleys of Gilgit. In the anatomy of our country, when one limb aches, the whole body resonates with that pain. It’s a shared discomfort, a collective malady that reminds us of our interconnected fate and the shared journey we are on as Pakistani.
We would do well to remember that diversity does not need to be a thorn in our side, it very well might be our unsung hero. It’s not just about cobbling together for survival; it’s about willingly merging together in forming a cohesive and succesful society.
The cost of being Pakistani is a shared one, irrespective of ethnic background. It’s a cost that perhaps needs reevaluation, but it remains a collective problem. We celebrate our independence under the same flag, we share the same national anthem, and hence, we must bear the same responsibilities and challenges.
The narrative needs to shift from isolating ethnic issues to embracing national challenges.
Take, for example, the shadow of terrorism that has darkened our land, leaving scars that run deep through the heart of Pakistan.
It was never boxed into a Pashtun-only narrative. Instead, it emerged, rightly, as a national crisis, a tempest that called for every hand on deck. This broader lens, seeing it as a collective storm to weather, rallied resources and resolve from every corner of our nation,
It’s this kind of panoramic vision we need to adopt for all our challenges, a perspective that sees beyond the confines of ethnicity, recognizing that when one part of Pakistan bleeds, the whole nation feels the pain.
Our focus should be on strengthening democratic values and institutions that protect the rights and voices of all Pakistanis. Only then can we hope to address not just the symptoms but the root causes of our national challenges. The goal is to create a Pakistan where every citizen, regardless of their ethnic background, feels represented, heard, and valued.
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Aluminum Contamination: Ireland’s Largest Water Treatment Plant Breaches Regulations
In a startling revelation, Ireland’s largest drinking water treatment plant has been discovered to be in violation of regulations concerning discharges into the River Liffey. According to monitoring reports by Kildare County Council, this transgression has happened multiple times over the past year. The plant was found to have non-compliant concentrations of chemicals, including aluminum.
Alarming Levels of Aluminum
The non-compliant concentrations of chemicals are a serious concern, particularly the levels of aluminum. Throughout several months of 2023, the plant breached regulations repeatedly, releasing water with aluminum concentrations exceeding the permitted limits. Aluminum, while commonly found in the environment, can be harmful in large quantities. Prolonged exposure to high levels of this metal can potentially lead to health issues, making this a significant public health concern.
Implications for River Liffey Ecosystem
The River Liffey, into which the non-compliant discharges have been made, is not only a significant water source for Ireland but also a vital ecosystem supporting a variety of aquatic life. The elevated levels of aluminum can disturb the delicate balance of this ecosystem, posing a threat to the biodiversity of the river. The long-term impact of this violation could be dire, necessitating immediate corrective measures.
Seeking Accountability and Solutions
In light of these findings, Kildare County Council, charged with the surveillance of the water treatment plant, must enforce stricter compliance to regulations, and seek accountability for these alarming breaches. It is crucial to reassess and improve the water treatment processes to prevent future violations. As the largest drinking water treatment plant in Ireland, it bears a significant responsibility to ensure the safety and quality of the water it discharges.
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32 Hollywood Stars That Also Worked As Models
The camera loves these folks.
What do actors and models have in common? Well, for the most part, having “the look” will get you in the door in either profession rather quickly. However, for the purposes of the list you’re about to peruse, it just so happens that these Hollywood stars managed to work both sides of that scenario. And as expected, these models-turned-actors have done so with style.
Mark Wahlberg
Before starring in movies ranging from Boogie Nights to The Family Plan, Mark Wahlberg was known as a rapper and a Calvin Klein model. Showing off his buff body in underwear ads helped give the aspiring star his start in the entertainment industry, with Mark shifting into acting just as his boy-band brother Donnie eventually did.
Rebecca Romijn
In a career that saw her on Vogue magazine covers and in Victoria’s Secret campaigns, Rebecca Romijn put the “super” in “supermodel.” And then, in a move that only further strengthened that statement, she took her first acting gig as Mystique in X-Men, kickstarting a career that’s led to such fantastic parts as that of Number One on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
Tyrese Gibson
Ads for Coca-Cola, Guess, and Tommy Hilfiger had Tyrese Gibson primed for stardom, and gigs on TV shows like Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper and Martin soon followed. But depending on who you ask, it was either Baby Boy or 2 Fast 2 Furious that caused Gibson’s star to rise to the heights it’s at today.
Halle Berry
It’s no surprise that Halle Berry did some modeling in her entertainment career, as her beauty has always been well renowned. But rather than going for traditional ad campaign work, the future star of X-Men and James Bond movies was a contestant in both the Miss USA and Miss World pageants.
Jamie Dornan
Prepare for a rollercoaster ride, folks. Jamie Dornan, actor known for everything from Fifty Shades of Grey to A Haunting in Venice, was not only a model…he was part of a reality show that helped get him the gig. Channel 4’s Model Behaviour led to some gigs with Abercrombie & Fitch and Tommy Hilfiger, which eventually made way for Dornan to be discovered by Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette.
Cara Delevingne
We’ve seen Cara Delevingne do everything from John Green adaptations like Paper Towns to DCEU juggernauts such as Suicide Squad. And with a foundation of modeling for Vogue Italia, Tory Burch, and Donna Karan under her belt, the American Horror Story: Delicate star never really gave up her day job, as her modeling continued along with her acting efforts.
Channing Tatum
There was probably a time when people staring at random Armani ads featuring Channing Tatum thought, “I wonder if he can act?” With a resume that has titles like Magic Mike, 21 Jump Street, and Foxcatcher to boast about, it’s probably safe to say that the answer is a confident “Yes!”
Jaime King
As a young model, Jaime King saw herself making a splash with Vogue, Seventeen, and pretty much any other fashion publication of note you could think of. 2001’s Happy Campers was all it took to help her jump into the acting world, which saw her play some impressive parts in Sin City’s screen adaptation, Fox’s The O.C., and even the voice of Solus Prime in the series Transformers: Power of the Primes.
Shemar Moore
S.W.A.T. star and all around heartthrob Shemar Moore actually had his own moment in the spotlight of modeling. Through catalog jobs with Macy’s and magazine shoots for GQ, among other opportunities, this man of action continues to engage in some modeling here and there; which only brings his fans that much more joy.
Devon Aoki
Movie fans might recognize Devon Aoki from her standout roles in both Sin City and 2 Fast 2 Furious, but believe it or not her modeling career is the stronger of the two streams she’s dipped her toes into. Brands and magazines alike have showcased her talents in the industry, with Balenciaga and Harper’s Bazaar calling themselves a part of her storied body of work.
James Marsden
Jury Duty and Sonic the Hedgehog star James Marsden feels like the type of guy that’d be a model, right? How couldn’t he, with a smile like that? Well, if the world didn’t know it before his 2011 interview on Ellen, Ms. DeGeneres helped bring that aspect of his career to light; along with the pictures to prove it.
Gal Gadot
Jaguar, Maxim, and Gucci are only some of the brands and publications that Fast Saga star Gal Gadot has modeled for. This Heart of Stone lead eventually saw herself courted by Hollywood in the early-Aughts, thanks to auditions for Quantum of Solace that saw Gal compete with Olga Kurylenko for the role of Bond woman Camille.
Antonio Sabàto Jr.
Calvin Klein was the name of the brand that gave actor Antonio Sabàto Jr. his start in the public eye, as underwear modeling was his first claim to fame. Eventually, projects like General Hospital, Earth 2, and even a Janet Jackson music video would see Antonio becoming an acting talent that continued to capitalize on their dreamy good looks.
Charlize Theron
Even after winning her first Academy Award for Monster, and landing big ticket franchise like the Fast Saga, Charlize Theron still managed to fit in some modeling for Dior into her busy schedule. Which is absolutely fitting, considering that Theron got a jump start on her entertainment resume as a teen model throughout Europe in the ‘90s.
Mehcad Brooks
Fans of Law & Order and Supergirl’s Mehcad Brooks may want to brace themselves for what we’re about to tell them. Before Mr. Brooks was a part of worlds where superheroes and top cops reign supreme, he made a killing as a Calvin Klein underwear model; much like Mark Wahlberg, Antonio Sabàto Jr, and Djimon Hounsou.
Milla Jovovich
Before becoming an ace action star/zombie destroyer in the Resident Evil movies, Milla Jovovich found herself in another profession: muse. As an inspiration to designer Miuccia Prada, in addition to the star of shoots with acclaimed photographers such as Herb Ritts, Jovovich built a prolific career as a model; long before she would eventually be deemed a “Supreme Being” once again in 1995’s The Fifth Element.
Tyson Beckford
Before movies such as Biker Boyz and appearances on The Celebrity Dating Game and Match Game saw Tyson Beckford become an actor and personality, he saw himself engaged in another profession cut from similar cloth. Namely, Beckford was a model for magazines like The Source, as well as designer Ralph Lauren’s Polo brand.
Brooklyn Decker
The career of Brooklyn Decker started off with a huge splash, as both Sports Illustrated and Victoria’s Secret employed the future actor as a star model. Eventually, playing a lead in the Adam Sandler film Just Go with It put Decker on the map; which led to a pretty sweet long term gig as one of the stars of Netflix’s Grace and Frankie.
Ian Somerhalder
Lost star and vampire extraordinaire Ian Somerhalder practiced looking ridiculously good looking in the modeling world, before parlaying it into roles that headed up projects like The CW’s The Vampire Diaries. Among the various brands that saw Somerhalder posing for greatness high end names like Nautica and Versace.
Iman
In the modeling world, brands and magazines like Vogue, Calvin Klein, and Halston all called upon the mythic talents of the great Iman. Yves Saint-Laurent’s “dream woman” would eventually find the acting profession calling, and would heed its siren song through opportunities like the Kevin Costner thriller No Way Out, as well as a memorable spot in Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country.
Tom Welling
Even handsome men from Smallville manage to find themselves gracing campaigns for the usual glizy subjects. Former Clark Kent Tom Welling knows that first hand, as working with Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein would put him on the map to become a Superman for another generation.
Tyra Banks
Long before Tyra Banks was trying to help find America’s Next Top Model, she was practically living her life under that very title. Through Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues, Victoria’s Secret campaigns, and cover shoots for Elle and Vogue, Banks’ reputation as an in demand beauty eventually saw her jumping into acting gigs like a recurring role on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
Kellan Lutz
Vampires seem to make for good fashion models. Or should we reverse that statement? In either case, Kellan Lutz would be covered big time. Known as one of the Cullen family in The Twilight Saga, Lutz had also done some modeling before becoming one of the sparkling undead.
Kate Upton
Roles in The Three Stooges, The Disaster Artist and Robot Chicken have seen model Kate Upton active in the sphere of acting entertainment. However, her big start came from popularity stemming from cover shoots for Vanity fair, as well as modeling for the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition.
Djimon Hounsou
Actor Djimon Hounsou has been known to battle it out heroically throughout various universes and time periods, making huge appearances in Gladiator, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Rebel Moon. But in addition to racking up such heavy hitting acts on his resume, the Academy Award nominee has also done some modeling for Calvin Klein underwear in the midst of his busy run.
Famke Janssen
Both the world of the X-Men movies, as well the James Bond legacy have called upon Famke Janssen’s skills as a performer. That run of good fortune actually came after she retired from modeling, which saw her lending her talents to campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent and Victoria’s Secret throughout the ‘80s.
Kofi Siriboe
Girls Trip and Queen Sugar star Kofi Siriboe is known as both an actor and an all around smokeshow in entertainment. And part of the reason the young actor has come so far so fast is thanks to childhood experience in the world of modeling campaigns!
Elle Macpherson
Everything from brands like Tab to magazines such as Elle and ads for Christian Dior have seen model Elle Macpherson gracing their campaigns for glory. And that was a perfect launching pad for Elle’s acting ambitions, which saw her hosting Saturday Night Live as well as appearing in movies such as Batman & Robin and The Edge throughout the ‘90s.
Robert Pattinson
While the world mostly knows Robert Pattinson for his acting gigs in the Harry Potter, Twilight, and The Batman franchises, you may be surprised to know that he actually did some modeling in his youth. Though he left that world behind a while back, that hasn’t stopped Pattinson from picking up some campaigns for brands like Dior Men from the Batcave.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Levi’s, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Teen Vogue were crucial starts to the career of model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and those pillars suited her well when continuing to be a world class icon. However, Rosie dipped her toes in the world of acting, through roles in both Transformers: Dark of the Moon and Mad Max: Fury Road.
Ashton Kutcher
How’s this for a start to a promising career? The late ‘90s saw Ashton Kutcher landing key gigs in both modeling and acting, with the former getting him started through Calvin Klein campaigns. It’s not hard to see how acting won out, as That ‘70s Show was the acting job that happened to land in his lap around the same time.
Elizabeth Hurley
The world has come to know and love Elizabeth Hurley in her capacity as an actor, throughout a career that’s seen her star in the Austin Powers franchise, as well as the remake of Bedazzled. But before she was selling Brendan Fraser’s soul, or fighting for peace with Mike Myers, Hurley was a model for the Estée Lauder brand.
There you have it, lovers of modeling and acting talent! Keep these people in mind the next time you see a hot new star in either realm burning bright, for they could be the next exciting example of playing both sides, and looking exceptionally good in the process.
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CHICAGO (NewsNation) — Yet another Chicago suburb is taking action to restrict buses carrying migrants from the southern border from showing up unannounced, according to multiple reports.
South Barrington, a wealthy suburb northwest of the city, will begin issuing fines and impounding vehicles arriving in the community unless they have first notified the police chief of a representative, according to The Daily Herald.
Ever since Chicago imposed restrictions on when and where migrants can be dropped off, more buses have been showing up in suburbs with no warning, straining resources and leaving migrants in danger.
Most migrants being dropped off in the suburbs are being told to take trains into the city. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has said he will try and circumvent the restrictions by flying more migrants, as his state did last week.
Last week, the mayors of New York City, Denver, and Chicago joined forces, implementing new measures and policies to reduce the flow of buses transporting migrants to their cities.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, held a joint virtual news conference Wednesday calling on the Biden administration to do more to help.
Their collective goal is to curb the surge of migrants arriving by bus from the southern border, a trend attributed to Abbott’s directives.
New York City has received 161,000 migrants since last year, Chicago 26,000, and Denver 35,000. Despite the numbers, buses and migrants continue to arrive nearly every day.
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Three-time NASCAR Cup champion Cale Yarborough, a Hall of Fame racer known for his toughness, has died at age 84, the auto racing body announced Sunday.
No cause of death was given.
“Cale Yarborough was one of the toughest competitors NASCAR has ever seen,” NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France said on X, formerly known as Twitter. “His combination of talent, grit and determination separated Cale from his peers, both on the track and in the record book.”
Yarborough dominated NASCAR in the mid-1970s, becoming the first driver to win three consecutive titles in its top division. Three other times in his career he was runner-up in the points chase.
He logged 28 of his 83 career wins in his championship years of 1976-1978 and is tied for sixth in all-time victories with seven-time NASCAR Cup champ Jimmie Johnson.
Seven-time champion Richard Petty sent his condolences on X and remembered their years racing each other.
“(Yarborough’s) rivalry and competitive spirit with The King will always be a renowned part of NASCAR History, showcasing their mutual respect and the intensity of their competition on the track,” Petty wrote.
Yarborough’s legacy also includes an incident in the 1979 Daytona 500, the first 500-mile NASCAR race covered in its entirety on national TV. The CBS audience watched Yarborough take on Donnie Allison in a last-lap battle for the lead that saw the cars crash then the drivers swing at each other on the infield grass, while Petty went on to win the race. The fight escalated when Allison’s brother, Bobbie, pulled over his race car and joined in.
Yarborough won NASCAR’s premier race four times and the Southern 500 at Darlington, South Carolina, five times.
Yarborough was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012, a member of its third class. He took the time to thank his family and the car owners he drove for in his racing career, including Hall of Famer Junior Johnson, with whom he had his best seasons.
“Junior was looking for a driver, and I was looking for a ride. And boy, we hooked up and we had a good ride for sure,” Yarborough said in his induction speech. “Junior, can’t thank you enough, man. We had a good ride.”
Yarborough then joked about what his career totals could have been had he not left the team before the 1981 season to run a limited schedule with other owners and spend more time with his family.
“Had I stayed with Junior there’s no telling how many championships … Richard Petty you don’t know how many championships we might have won. You might not have even been in the picture,” he said, drawing a big laugh from the crowd and Petty, No. 1 all-time with 200 victories.
Yarborough also joked about his lack of success as a race team owner, with only one win in 11 years.
Asked after his speech whether he agreed with the title of NASCAR’s toughest driver, he told the Speed Network: “If that’s what they say, I’ll have to agree with it, I guess.”
Dale Earnhardt Jr. paid his respects on X.
“A legend behind the wheel for sure, but he had a personality, grit, and swagger that attracted fans around the world to him and to Nascar. He truly made the sport far better for being a part of it. My heart goes out to his family,” Earnhardt, now a broadcaster and race team owner, wrote.
Yarborough also raced Indy cars for a few years after Ford stepped away temporarily from NASCAR in 1970 and he was 10th in the 1972 Indianapolis 500.
CNN’s Jacob Lev contributed to this report.
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LAHORE-United Business Group (UBG) Patron-in-Chief SM Tanveer said on Sunday that UBG has secured landslide victory out of its unity and is all set to address key issues of the business community, besides striving for increasing exports and strengthening foreign exchange reserves. Taking to media here at Allama Iqbal International Airport, he said that his Group won in annual elections of the FPCCI (Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry).
He was welcomed by the members of LCCI (Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry), local trade bodies, All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) office-bearers and members including its Chairman Kamran Arshad, Senior Vice Chairman Asad Shafi, Executive Member Mohammad Ali, Energy Advisor Tahir Basharat Cheema and Secretary General Mohammad Raza Baqir were also present.
SM Tanveer said that UBG has won the annual elections for 2024-2025 after four years with a comfortable margin. Informing about the election result, he said that Ikram Sheikh of UBG was elected President by defeating BMP (Businessmen Penal) candidate, while Saqib Fayyaz Magoon won the slot of Senior Vice President by defeating Haji Ghani Usman. Overall, the joint candidates of UBG and BMPP won eight seats including President, Senior Vice President and Vice Presidents in the FPCCI elections. The UBG leaders have termed the group’s election victory as the hard work of SM Tanveer, Zubair Tufail, Iftikhar Ali Malik, Ali Hussam Asghar and the entire team.
He said that the role of FPCCI is very important in promoting the private sector in the country and assisting the government in boosting exports, encouraging foreign investment, and stimulating economic activity, and UBG will strengthen FPCCI to play this role effectively. He said that the private sector is the backbone of the economy and there is a need to promote business leaders as role models in the country to attract youth towards entrepreneurship so that they could drive Pakistan towards progress and prosperity. According to him, the UBG has prepared a plan to address the key issues of the business community and steer the economy out of trouble. He said that the government is working hard and pursuing reforms in various sectors due to which the economy is now showing some signs of revival and vowed that all possible efforts would be made to put Pakistan on track of sustainable growth.
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Investigation into Israeli Embassy Blast Persists Amid Year-End Festivities
On the cusp of a new year, the world is teeming with stories, from the heartwarming to the headline-worthy. Among the eclectic mix of listicles and advice pieces, one news story stands out, concerning the recent blast near the Israeli Embassy in New Delhi, a stark contrast to the more light-hearted fare that populates the landscape of year-end articles.
Unfolding Investigation into the Israeli Embassy Blast
The case of the low-intensity blast that occurred near the Israeli embassy just four days ago is attracting significant attention. The Delhi Police have registered an FIR under Section 3 of the Explosive Substances Act. While the cause of the blast is yet to be determined, with lab tests on collected samples still pending, the case is poised for a possible transfer to the Special Cell or the National Investigation Agency.
Initial suspects have proven to be irrelevant to the incident, leaving the investigation to rely heavily on the analysis of multiple CCTV footages and witness statements. The focus of suspicion now falls on an unidentified tall individual, spotted acting suspiciously in the CCTV footage.
Analysing Clues and Ensuring Safety
As part of the ongoing investigation, over 100 suspicious phone numbers have been identified, with more information sought. Forensic analysis is being conducted on leaf and soil samples from the blast site. The investigation is also considering eyewitness accounts and the security measures in place around the embassy.
Despite the alarming event, Israel’s Deputy Ambassador to India has assured the safety of embassy personnel, offering some solace amidst the fervor of the investigation.
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Deadpool 3's Dogpool Has Its Own Instagram, And The Photos Are A+
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Of the reasons to be excited for the upcoming Deadpool 3, seeing Dogpool in action on the big screen has to be toward the top of the list. Ryan Reynolds revealed that the comic book canine was going to be in the film with a first look photo in November, and we've anticipated the character's cinematic debut ever since. The bad news is that the blockbuster is still months away from release, but the good news is that Dogpool has its own Instagram page, and the photos being posted are amazing.
The social media account goes back a few years (the first post was from December 2019), but the dog's most recent posts have all been related to Deadpool 3. After mirror posting the first look shot of Dogpool that Ryan Reynolds revealed, this magic was unleashed a couple weeks later:
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Ryan Reynolds himself posted a comment on the arguably NSFW photo, commenting on the thing that your eyes most definitely went to as soon as you saw the image. The actor wrote,
The presence of the Deadpool star isn't being limited to the comments section, however. A post from early December sees the mangy friend featured alongside Ryan Reynolds in his full Wade Wilson makeup:
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For those who aren't aware of Dogpool from the comics, he is a dog named Wilson from Earth-103173, and as a puppy he was subjected to experiments orchestrated by a cosmetics company. It was through these trials that he gained the power to heal, and he was eventually recruited to join the multi-versal team known as Deadpool Corps. His presence is one clue of many that the plot of the film will see a lot of reality jumping from the titular character, and it's been confirmed that we will get to see multiple versions of Hugh Jackman's Wolverine.
Deadpool 3 first started production during the summer, and while filming was shut down during the simultaneous WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, photography has since resumed. The movie has a standout place on the 2024 movie release schedule in that it's the only upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film heading to theaters in the calendar year. Fortunately for fans who need a regular MCU fix, there is still plenty of stuff on the way to Disney+ from Marvel Studios.
The release date for Deadpool 3 has moved around a few times due to the Hollywood labor fights and behind-the-scenes changes at Marvel, but the blockbuster is presently on schedule to be released on the big screen on July 26, 2024. In addition to the aforementioned Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, the film will also see Leslie Uggams, Karan Soni, Morena Baccarin, Stefan Kapicic, Brianna Hildebrand and Shioli Kutsana reprise their roles from the previous Deadpool movies. Matthew Macfayden and Emma Corin, who is said to be playing the film's villain, are joining the franchise.
Stay tuned here on CinemaBlend in the coming weeks and months as we get more updates about the exciting upcoming movie.
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FAIRBORN, Ohio (NewsNation) — The commander of the 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has been relieved of command due to a loss of confidence in his ability to lead, according to a statement from the base.
Col. Christopher B. Meeker was removed by Lt. Gen. Donna D. Shipton, commander of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. Meeker assumed command only a short time ago in July 2022.
NewsNation affiliate WDTN in Dayton, Ohio reports that Meeker is being replaced by Col. Travis W. Pond, the current 88th Air Base Wing deputy commander.
Pond has been appointed as interim wing commander by Shipton. Before this appointment, Pond has served as the deputy commander since June.
“I made this decision in the best interest of the men and women of the 88th Air Base Wing,” Shipton said.
The base is home to approximately 35,000 military, government civilian, and contractor employees, according to The Dayton Daily News.
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UK scientists developing smart headband to stop teeth grinding and jaw clenching
The device uses ‘biofeedback’ to help people gradually learn to consciously relax their jaws.
A headband that can stop teeth grinding and jaw clenching – a condition thought to affect about a third of adults at some point in their life – is being developed by scientists in the UK.
Researchers at Nottingham Trent University have teamed up with JawSense, a medical technology start-up, to develop the device with the aim to treat bruxism.
While it is not always clear what causes people to grind their teeth, the condition has been linked to stress and anxiety.
Symptoms can include face, neck and shoulder pain, worn-down or broken teeth, headaches, earache, and disturbed sleep.
In some instances, bruxism can lead to a condition called temporomandibular disorder (TMD), which can cause pain and affect the movement of the jaw – and is estimated to cost the NHS more than £3 billion a year.
The researchers said that despite the prevalence of bruxism and its associated health consequences, there are currently no licensed treatments for bruxism or TMD available on the market.
The most frequently employed treatments for bruxism include mouthguards or Botox injections but they merely palliate bruxism’s effect on the jaws and teeth rather than stop the involuntary behaviour, the team said.
The hope is that the smart headband will be able to accurately detect episodes of bruxism with its sensor and generate gentle vibrations, which will raise awareness of the behaviour and help the jaw muscles to relax.
It is expected that the headband will help people gradually learn to consciously relax their jaws and stop grinding their teeth and clenching their jaws.
The researchers said it is the first-of its-kind wearable being developed in the UK for bruxism that uses biofeedback – a technique that trains people to improve their health by controlling certain processes in the body that normally happen involuntarily.
Philippe Wilson, professor of one health at Nottingham Trent University and principal investigator in the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility, said: “This innovation would significantly enhance the lives of millions grappling with the debilitating effects of bruxism and TMD and substantially reduce the financial burden on the NHS and the economy.
“The health service has been grappling with these disorders, which are not only complex to diagnose but also lack licensed treatment which tackle the root cause.
“This would be a truly effective and data-driven treatment which will have a profound and lasting impact on public health and wellbeing.”
The project has received nearly £1 million funding from Innovate UK, which is part of UK Research and Innovation, with a working prototype due to be available soon.
Bas Borgdorff, chief executive of JawSense, said: “By making people aware of their behaviour we can help them to change it.
“The amazing thing is that research shows this learning behaviour can happen while people are asleep as well.
“This innovation represents a crucial step towards a future where bruxism and TMD can be effectively managed with personalised, non-invasive solutions, significantly improving quality of life and reducing healthcare costs.”
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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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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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Marvel’s What If Is Returning For Season 3, And It’s Undergoing A Big Behind-The-Scenes Change
The road ahead marks the departure of a key creative player.
Arguably one of the best Marvel TV shows ever made, What If…? has a lot to celebrate in the coming year. The recently wrapped Season 2 is just as exciting to fans as its predecessor was, and with that beautiful tease for Season 3 in the air, hopes couldn’t be higher. Alas, this news comes with bittersweet conditions, as a big behind-the-scenes change has just been revealed in the wake of this happy news.
While What If…? Season 3 will be "streaming soon," head writer and EP A.C. Bradley has officially announced that she is departing the Disney+ subscription driver. Taking a moment to commemorate the recently aired Season 2 finale, “What If... Strange Supreme Intervened?”, Bradley signed off of the MCU with this fond farewell, via Twitter:
It’s a move that wasn’t totally anticipated, but at the same time feels like it’s arrived in the proper window. Over two batches of animated glory exploring the Multiverse, A.C. Bradley and her team gave Marvel fans some amazing alternate scenarios. Looping together into one big picture that saw The Watcher (Jeffrey Wright) showing us shadows of worlds beyond, the results have constantly been thrilling.
What we knew about What If…? Season 2 before its premiere couldn’t have prepared us for this huge shake up. And that’s even after our own Erik Swann spoke with Bradley in a recent press day, which revealed things like why Cate Blanchett wasn’t in What If…? Season 1, as previously planned. Something that A.C. Bradley was able to correct thanks to Season 2’s compelling stories of alternative Asgardian history.
Being a person who has suffered from quite a bit of Marvel Cinematic Universe fatigue as of late, I’ve been unsure about catching up with Marvel’s Disney+ series. At the same time, the two series that have given me the best reasons to continue moving forward are Loki and What If…?
Between the wild stories both shows have told, and the unique realms that offer the setting to do so, it’s been a lot more fun to see Captain Carter back in beautifully animated action than it was to see The Marvels. Looking back on those feelings, I’m left a little nervous about A.C. Bradley leaving her head writer/EP position for this series.
Which is probably why the end of Season 2 came with a look at how Season 3 promises the world she helped form will be just as awesome as it always has been. Take a look at this brief, but fantastic glimpse into the future of What If…
I’m sorry, I think I need to be somewhere right now. And that’s sitting on the couch, binging What If…? Season 2, if only so I can be even more pumped about the return of David Harbour’s Red Guardian! Not to mention it now seems proper to review those first two seasons together, trying to piece together all of the threads that A.C. may have left behind for her successor to weave into fantastic journeys beyond our very universe.
If this idea is something that appeals to you too, True Believer, then pull up your Disney+ portal of choice, and raise a glass to these two seasons of A.C. Bradley’s stewardship in the MCU. It may be sad that it’s come to an end, but to borrow a popular phrase, it’s marvelous that it even happened in the first place.
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(NewsNation) — The first payments from a fund established by a West Virginia opioid lawsuit settlement have been issued, according to multiple reports.
The state, which has the highest drug overdose death in the country, is receiving money from each of its settlement agreements on a staggered schedule, with annual payments coming until at least 2036.
A $68 million settlement was announced by the state in May with Kroger, the last remaining defendant in a lawsuit involving Walgreens, Walmart, CVS and Rite Aid. Walgreens settled for $83 million; Walmart for more than $65 million; CVS for $82.5 million; and Rite Aid for up to $30 million.
Back in 2020, West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced that Aug. 31 would become Overdose Awareness Day.
In 2023, Justice announced the appointment of five people to the board of a private foundation that would end up distributing most of the state’s opioid lawsuit settlements.
Over the past four years, drug manufacturers, distribution companies, pharmacies and other companies have reached settlements totaling more than $50 billion with governments.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 82,998 opioid-involved drug overdose deaths in the United States, an increase from 82,310 in the previous year.
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An Urgent Call to Action: Combating the Global Dengue Outbreak
Amid heavy rainfall, a surge in dengue fever cases has triggered an urgent call to action. This dreaded mosquito-borne disease, which often manifests as severe flu-like symptoms, is posing considerable threats to communities worldwide. The recent precipitation has exacerbated the situation, creating ideal breeding grounds for the Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, the primary culprits of dengue transmission.
Escalating the Dengue Epidemic
From Burkina Faso, where an alarming 109,908 suspected cases and 511 deaths have been reported as of November 13, 2023, to the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Caribbean, and the Americas, dengue fever is wreaking havoc on a global scale. Over 4 million cases have been reported across these regions for 2023, with the Turks and Caicos Islands bearing the brunt of the outbreak, aggravated by recent heavy rains.
Countering Misinformation
In these critical times, misinformation is proving to be a formidable adversary. Unsubstantiated rumours concerning the origin of dengue and its connection to the malaria vaccine have been circulating on social media, undermining authoritative efforts and exacerbating the disease’s spread. The increasing death rate among those affected bears testimony to the detrimental effects of such misinformation.
Communal Effort and Intervention Strategies
The press release underscores the necessity of community involvement and public awareness in combatting the dengue outbreak. It proposes measures such as eliminating standing water where mosquitoes can breed, applying mosquito repellent, donning protective clothing, and ensuring the maintenance of residential areas to mitigate mosquito habitats. Alongside these, public health authorities are intensifying efforts to fumigate areas prone to mosquito breeding and are closely monitoring the situation to devise effective response strategies.
The public is urged to report suspected dengue cases promptly and to seek medical attention should symptoms arise. It’s a collective call to action—a plea for both the public and health officials to join hands in quelling the dengue outbreak and preventing its further spread. The key to this lies not just in the hands of health officials but also in the power of each individual’s contribution to this communal effort.
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Call for mandatory eye tests as number of drivers aged 90-plus doubles
A record 153,000 Britons aged 90 or above held a full licence in November, PA news agency analysis found.
Driving licence-holding by people aged 90 or above has doubled in 10 years, sparking a call for mandatory eye tests to boost road safety.
A record 153,000 Britons in that age group held a full licence in November, PA news agency analysis of Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) figures has revealed.
The AA has called for drivers to be required to show evidence of regulator eye tests to carry on driving once they reach 70 to “improve road safety”.
The number of over-90s holding licences has risen from 77,000 in November 2013 and is the most in records dating back to 2012.
The increase could be due to a range of factors, such as the ageing population and fewer older drivers giving up their licence.
Drivers are not subjected to mandatory checks of their skills or health once they obtain their licence no matter how old they become, although they are required to inform the DVLA if they are no longer fit to drive.
Concerns have been raised that some older people are continuing to drive when they should not, while others may be giving up their cars too early and risk exclusion from services and activities.
A YouGov survey conducted in July indicated that 65% of British adults would support drivers aged 70 or above having to retake a practical test every three years to keep their licence.
AA president Edmund King said: “If driving restrictions based on age and safety were introduced, we would be more likely to restrict young drivers rather than older drivers.
“Young, predominantly male drivers are much more likely to crash within six months of passing their test than older drivers within six months of hanging up their keys.
“However, we do believe that one check to improve road safety would be for those over 70 years of age to show evidence of regular eye tests when renewing their licence, and also stricter guidance from GPs.
“There are also broader health benefits for all drivers from having regular eye tests.”
Mr King said the decision to stop driving should be based on “personal advice from your GP and family” rather than reaching an “arbitrary age”.
He added: “We all age differently and the car is an essential lifeline for many elderly people.”
A Department for Transport (DfT) spokeswoman said: “The UK’s roads are among the safest in the world, and we will keep licensing standards up to date to make sure everyone can use our roads safely and with peace of mind.
“Over-70s must renew their licence every three years and all drivers must meet vision standards for driving, while also being legally obliged to notify the DVLA if a medical condition could affect their fitness to drive.”
DfT figures show older drivers involved in serious crashes are more likely to have failed to look properly than younger motorists.
The error contributed to 30% of incidents in which at least one person was killed or seriously injured on Britain’s roads between 2016 and 2021 involving drivers aged over 70.
That was compared with 22% for younger drivers.
The oldest licence holder as of November was a 109-year-old woman, although it is not known if she was still driving.
Nearly 600,000 people in the UK in 2021 were aged 90 and over, according to the latest available Office for National Statistics estimate.
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DENVER (KDVR) — A Colorado woman accused of killing two of her children was arrested in the United Kingdom on Saturday, according to police.
Kimberlee Singler, 35, is suspected of killing her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son and attempting to kill her 11-year-old daughter in Colorado Springs.
On Dec. 19, police said they responded to a 911 call reporting a burglary at an apartment complex at around 12:30 a.m. and found the the bodies of the two deceased children.
Officers also located Singler and her 11-year-old daughter at the scene. They were both injured and taken to hospitals for treatment, according to Colorado Springs Police Department spokesperson Ira Cronin.
Singler’s injuries were minor. The 11-year-old girl was hospitalized for a few days and then released. She is recovering well physically in Colorado Springs. Cronin said he could not release details about how the children or Singler were injured.
Police said the initial report of a burglary was unfounded.
Singler was initially cooperative with police investigating the homicides and alleged burglary. She went missing after the probe, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
“In the initial stages of the investigation, we were treating her as a victim of a burglary,” Cronin told the Associated Press.
On Dec. 26, investigators obtained an arrest warrant for Singler on multiple charges, including multiple counts of first degree murder, child abuse and assault.
The children’s deaths came amid an ongoing legal battle between Singler and her ex-husband over parenting time and other issues, according to court filings. Court hearings had been scheduled for next month.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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Revelers counted down to midnight on New Year's Eve across the Middle East, Africa and Europe, where fireworks and festive lights offered a hopeful start to 2024 for some, even as the globe's ongoing conflicts raised security concerns and let to subdued and cancelled festivities.
In Australia, more than 1 million people watched the pyrotechnic display near the Sydney Harbor Bridge, packing the shore and boats in the harbor — a number of spectators equivalent to one in five of the city's residents.
"It's total madness," said German tourist Janna Thomas, who waited in line since 7:30 a.m. to secure a prime waterfront location.
People lined up early in New York City to secure a spot in Times Square for the midnight ball drop. Officials and party organizers said they're prepared to keep tens of thousands of revelers safe in heart of Manhattan, as the city has seen near-daily protests sparked by the Israel-Hamas war.
Fireworks light up the night
Stunning fireworks displays bloomed at iconic locations like the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, the sleek glass walls of the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, in the United Arab Emirates, and accompanied a collective cheer filling the air in Nairobi, Kenya.
China celebrated relatively quietly, with most major cities banning fireworks over safety and pollution concerns. Still, people gathered and performers danced in colorful costumes in Beijing, while a crowd released wish balloons in Chongqing. During his New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping said the country would focus on building momentum for economic recovery in 2024 and pledged China would "surely be reunified" with Taiwan.
In Taipei, Taiwan's capital, the mood appeared upbeat as revelers gathered for a fireworks show at the bamboo-shaped Taipei 101 skyscraper, as well as at concerts and other events held throughout the city.
For India, thousands of revelers from the financial hub of Mumbai watched the sun set over the Arabian Sea. In New Delhi, fireworks raised concerns that the capital — already infamous for its poor air quality — would be blanketed by a toxic haze on the first morning of the new year.
Across Japan, people gathered at temples, such as the Tsukiji Temple in Tokyo, where visitors were given free hot milk and corn soup as they stood in line to strike a massive bell.
Pope highlights the human cost of war
At the Vatican, Pope Francis recalled 2023 as a year marked by wartime suffering. During his traditional Sunday blessing from a window overlooking St. Peter's Square, he offered prayers for "the tormented Ukrainian people and the Palestinian and Israeli populations, the Sudanese people and many others."
"At the end of the year, we will have the courage to ask ourselves how many human lives have been shattered by armed conflict, how many dead and how much destruction, how much suffering, how much poverty," the pontiff said.
Gaza and Ukraine wars grind on
In Russia, the country's military actions in Ukraine have overshadowed end-of-year celebrations, with the usual fireworks and concert on Moscow's Red Square canceled, as they were last year. Even without the festivities, people gathered in the square and some cheered and pointed their phones at a clock counting down the year's final seconds.
After shelling in the Russian border city of Belgorod Saturday killed 24 people, some local authorities across Russia also canceled their usual firework displays, including in Vladivostok. Millions were expected to tune in to Russian President Vladimir Putin's New Year's prerecorded address, where he asserted no force that could divide Russians and stop the country's development.
Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip have killed at least 35 people Sunday, hospital officials said, as fighting raged across the tiny enclave a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the war will continue for "many more months," resisting international calls for a cease-fire.
Skyscrapers in Tel Aviv were lit up in yellow to call for the release of hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza for more than 80 days.
"While you are counting down until the new year, our time and our lives stopped," said Moran Betzer Tayar, the aunt of Yagev Buchshtab, a 34 year old hostage.
In the Gaza Strip, displaced Palestinians huddled around fires in a makeshift refugee camp.
"From the intensity of the pain we live, we do not feel that there is a new year," said Kamal al-Zeinaty, who has lost multiple family members in the conflict. "All the days are the same."
In Iraq, a Christmas tree was decorated with Palestinian flags and symbolic bodies in funeral shrouds, placed beside a liberty monument in central Baghdad. Many Christians in Iraq have cancelled this year's festivities in solidarity with Gaza, and have chosen to limit their celebrations to prayers and rituals.
"We hope that the new year, 2024 will be a year of goodness, prosperity, and joy," said Ahmed Ali, a Baghdad resident.
In Muslim-majority Pakistan, the government has banned all New Year's Eve celebrations in solidarity with the Palestinians.
Global tensions spur security vigilance
New York Mayor Eric Adams said there were "no specific threats" to his city's annual New Year's Eve bash. Police said they would expand the security perimeter around the party, creating a "buffer zone" that would allow them to head off potential demonstrations. During last year's party, a machete-wielding man attacked three police officers a few blocks from Times Square.
Security was also heightened across European cities on Sunday.
German authorities said they had detained three more people in connection with a reported threat of a New Year's Eve attack by Islamic extremists on the world-famous Cologne Cathedral.
In Berlin, some 4,500 police officers are expected to keep order and avoid riots like a year ago. Police in the German capital issued a ban on the traditional use of fire crackers for several streets across the city. They also banned a pro-Palestinian protest in the Neukoelln neighborhood of the city, which has seen several pro-Palestinian riots.
In Paris, over 1.5 million people are expected to attend celebrations on the Champs-Elysees, with around 90,000 law enforcement officers would be deployed nationwide, top officials said. Celebrations in the French capital will center on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, including DJ sets, fireworks and video projections on the Arc de Triomphe.
In a New Year's message, French President Emmanuel Macron predicted that the 2024 European Parliament elections will be crucial to Ukraine's future and the fate of democracy across Europe.
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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The passenger who was killed in a crash near the intersection of Brandermill Parkway and Barnes Spring Road has been identified as a student at Midlothian High School.
The deadly crash occurred around 12:15 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30, when a 2016 Chevrolet Impala was driving north when it ran off the road and hit a tree, killing one person and seriously injuring others.
The passenger killed in the crash was later identified by his mother as 15-year-old Wyatt Fowler, student and football player at Midlothian High School.
Amy Perry — Fowler’s Spanish teacher at the school — told 8News that Fowler was a bright, charismatic student, and that his loss has greatly shaken the community.
“He had a charm that all of his teachers commented on, just loveable, whether it was office staff or admin or his teachers and his friends and his football friends. I mean, he was just an overall really a loveable, charismatic guy,” Perry described.
Perry further explained that despite the immense loss, Fowler would surely be remembered.
“We’re going to remember him really fondly, you know, like life continues, but his legacy is forever, and I know together at ‘Midlo’ High, we will all remember Wyatt so very fondly,” Perry said.
The Chesterfield County Police Department said it continues to investigate the crash.
This is a developing story. Stay with 8News for updates.
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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: 42 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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Best Week 18 CUSA Spread Bets
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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Best Week 18 CUSA Total Bets
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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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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Bengals injury report for Week 17 vs. Chiefs: KC could be without best CB
Bengals only have 2 players questionable
The Cincinnati Bengals activated Cam Taylor-Britt off IR this week, giving their secondary a huge boost just in time for their Week 17 match-up against the Kansas City Chiefs. Kansas City might be without L'Jarius Sneed for this weekend's game, as he's dealing with a calf injury and is questionable on the injury report.
The Bengals' injury report isn't as long as Kansas City's but that doesn't mean this hasn't been an injury-plagued team this year. They've lost Joe Burrow and D.J. Reader for the season while also losing Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and other key players for periods of time.
During their past two successful seasons, the Bengals managed to mostly avoid the injury bug but it's bitten them hard this year. Can they get past it and stay alive in the playoff race?
Bengals vs. Chiefs Week 17 injury report
Bengals
- Ja'Marr Chase (Shoulder) - QUESTIONABLE
- Jalen Davis (Groin) - QUESTIONABLE
- Joe Mixon (Ankle)
- Cam Sample (Knee)
- Cam Taylor-Britt (Ankle)
- Mitchell Wilcox (Foot)
Chiefs
- Nick Bolton (Wrist/Abdomen)
- Mike Edwards (Knee)
- Clyde Edwards-Helaire (Illness) - QUESTIONABLE
- Mecole Hardman (Thumb) - QUESTIONABLE
- Trent McDuffie (Shoulder)
- Charles Omenihu (Groin)
- Isiah Pacheco (Concussion/Shoulder) - QUESTIONABLE
- Donovan Smith (Neck) - OUT
- Trey Smith (Ankle/Knee)
- L'Jarius Sneed (Calf) - QUESTIONABLE
- Kadarius Toney (Hip) - OUT
- Jaylen Watson (Illness)
- Joshua Williams (Neck) - QUESTIONABLE
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Border Forces Tighten Grip on Disposable Vape Importation
The importation of disposable, single-use vapes is set to face stringent regulation starting 2024. The U.S. Border Force and Australian Border Force are ramping up efforts to intercept unauthorized disposable vapes entering their respective countries. This intensified vigilance is a response to concerns over the importation and usage of these products, the potential health risks they pose, and the thriving black market they support.
Crackdown on Disposable Vapes
The U.S. Border Force is actively launching a campaign to halt the influx of unauthorized disposable vapes into the country. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has already refused entry to several shipments of vaping products from China, but the inflow persists. Pressure is mounting from advocacy groups urging the FDA to impose a ban on flavored disposable e-cigarettes, due to their popularity among American teens. The FDA is currently reviewing e-cigarette products and considering a new regulatory approach. A ban on all imported disposable vapes will take effect on New Year’s Day.
Australian Border Force Steps Up
Similarly, the Australian government has announced a ban on the importation of single-use vapes, effective from January 1, 2024. This move aims to curb nicotine addiction in children. Health Minister Mark Butler has labeled vaping as a major public health issue and disclosed the creation of a new Special Access Scheme for health practitioners to prescribe therapeutic vapes. The government is also planning to enforce stricter rules for importing and manufacturing vapes, limit the range of vape flavors, and implement pharmaceutical packaging on vapes. An additional $25 million has been allocated to the Australian Border Force to enforce these reforms.
Battling Vape-Related Issues
The federal government is not only banning the importation of all disposable vapes, whether containing nicotine or not, but is also allowing medical professionals to prescribe vapes as an aid in addiction recovery. This is part of a suite of reforms to roll out over 2024, encompassing a ban on individuals importing their own vaping products and on the import of all non-therapeutic vapes. The new restrictions also include conditions for vape importers, such as plain pharmaceutical packaging, a ban on flavorings, and a prescribed level of nicotine. The primary consumers of vapes are young people with 20% of 18 to 24-year-olds and 14% of 14- to 17-year-olds reported as current vapers. The potential for the vape ban to fuel the black market has raised concerns, with the Australian Border Force receiving an additional $25 million in funding to regulate the ban. Despite opposition doubts, state and territory governments have pledged their support to cooperate with the federal reforms.
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Defense systems shot down an armed drone over Ain al-Assad airbase that hosts U.S. and other international forces in western Iraq, Iraqi army sources told Reuters on Monday.
The attack in the early hours of Monday, which the sources said did not cause casualties or damage, is the second one in hours after a drone was shot down on Sunday over Erbil airport in northern Iraq where U.S. and other international forces are stationed.
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Charles Yang, a Juilliard violinist, reveals whether he practices to maintain perfection.
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US FDA Warns of Bacterial Contamination in Nutramigen Formula
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning regarding the potential bacterial contamination of Reckitt/Mead Johnson’s Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula Products. The manufacturers voluntarily recalled 675,030 cans of the formula on December 29 after the Israeli Ministry of Health notified the FDA that exported formula tested positive for Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria.
Cronobacter sakazakii is a bacterium known to contaminate powdered infant formula and can cause rare but potentially fatal infections in newborns. However, no illnesses related to this contamination have been reported to date. According to the FDA, most of the product distributed in the US has likely already been consumed.
Consumers are advised to check the batch codes and UPC codes of the affected products, which have been provided by Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition, and discard any cans they have purchased. Those who have bought the contaminated formula are also encouraged to contact the company for a refund.
To ensure adequate nutrition for infants, the FDA suggests working with healthcare providers to find suitable substitute infant formulas. The agency reassures that this recall is not expected to cause a significant impact on the supply of infant formula, unlike the national formula shortage in 2022 that was linked to Cronobacter.
The FDA began its testing after the Israeli Ministry of Health alerted them to the presence of Cronobacter in the formula on December 14. As of now, the FDA’s testing has come back negative for Cronobacter. However, the agency is continuing to monitor the situation closely to protect the health and safety of infants who rely on powdered infant formula.
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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: 54 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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Best Week 18 CUSA Spread Bets
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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Best Week 18 CUSA Total Bets
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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Jack Grealish says he is devastated after buglary at his Cheshire home
‘The best year of my life in football now doesn’t feel like something I can celebrate’
Manchester City star Jack Grealish has said he is devastated and described the “traumatic experience” of burglars raiding his home.
Intruders struck at the England midfielder’s Cheshire mansion during City’s Premier League clash against Everton on Wednesday.
Members of Grealish’s family and his fiancee Sasha Atwood were watching the televised match at the property when they reportedly heard a disturbance.
An alarm was raised and an emergency response was launched with a helicopter, police dogs and a number of officers sent to the property near Knutsford, but no suspects were detected.
The Sun newspaper said the thieves made off with £1 million worth of jewellery and watches.
Writing on Instagram, Grealish said: “I can’t begin to explain how devastated I am over the burglary that took place at my home a few days ago.
“My family mean the world to me and nothing is more important than ensuring their safety.
“This has been a traumatic experience for all of us, I am just so grateful that nobody was hurt.
“I have had so many amazing experiences and achievements over the last 12 months, but to be honest the best year of my life in football now doesn’t feel like something I can celebrate.
“The people that commit these terrible crimes have no idea of the damage they cause to people’s lives. I hope they are found and brought to justice so no other family has to go through what we have.
“I appreciate the messages from everyone and the support from my friends, team-mates and the club.
“On a more positive note, I’d like to thank everyone for their support throughout this past year, I wish you and your family a happy 2024.”
Grealish’s England team-mate James Maddison was one of the first to reply to the post with: “Love ya brother”.
A spokeswoman for Cheshire Constabulary said on Friday: “At around 9.50pm on Wednesday 27 December police were called to reports of a burglary.
“The caller reported that a number of items had been stolen.
“Officers, supported by the police dogs and NPAS (National Police Air Service), were deployed and searches were conducted in the local area, but there was no trace of the suspects.
“No arrests have been made at this time and inquiries are ongoing.”
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DES MOINES, Iowa- The Science Center of Iowa held its annual Noon Years Eve celebration on Sunday where attendees rang in the new year when the clock struck 12P.M.
People lined up outside of the center before the doors opened and crowds formed almost instantly.
“The energy that is in this building when our visitors start arriving and as we lead up to noon is something that I can’t put into words,” said Amy Hock, the Director of Marketing for the Science Center of Iowa, “It is just so much fun and we enjoy this. We thoroughly enjoy this every year.”
Regular exhibits were open to the public today, but there were also additional activities for the New Years celebration. Families decorated hats and face painting was also available.
People started to file into in the Founders Room early to ensure they had a good spot for when the balloons fell at noon.
Around 3,000 balloons dropped onto the large of people when the countdown expired.
And the sound of balloons popping officially rung in the noon year.
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Jack Smith Claims Granting Trump Immunity Would Pave the Way for Presidential Murder Orders
Special counsel Jack Smith argued against former President Donald Trump’s claims of presidential immunity in his federal election interference case in a brief filed Saturday with the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals.
On Dec. 22, the Supreme Court denied Smith’s request to provide expedited review of an appeal of a district court ruling by judge Tanya Chutkan. That ruling rejected a motion by Trump’s attorneys to dismiss the charges from a four-count indictment of Trump secured by Smith in August. Trump asserted he was acting in his official capacity when he contested the 2020 presidential election in a brief filed with the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Dec. 23.
“Even if a former President could claim immunity from criminal prosecution commensurate with his immunity from civil damages liability for official conduct, dismissal would be unwarranted because the indictment contains substantial allegations of a plot to overturn the election results that fall well outside the outer perimeter of official Presidential responsibilities,” Smith argued in the reply brief filed Saturday.
Smith accused Trump of using false claims of election fraud to hold on to power after the election.
“The defendant’s further claim to have been carrying out his ‘official duties’ entirely ignores that, as a ‘candidate for re-election,’ he is alleged to have conspired to ‘overturn the legitimate results of’ a ‘presidential election,’ and to have done so with at least five others who had absolutely no role in the federal government, including private attorneys and a political consultant,” Smith wrote.
Smith also claimed that Trump’s “dangerous” argument, if successful, would protect “a President who orders the National Guard to murder his most prominent critics,” orders to federal agents to frame a political opponent, or bribery in return for a federal government contract.
Legal experts have noted that much of the conduct Smith claims was criminal in the indictment appears to be protected by the First Amendment. Harvard University law professor emeritus Alan Dershowitz said that the indictment not only attacks the First Amendment, but also Trump’s Sixth Amendment right to counsel.
Trump did not immediately respond to a request for comment from the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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By Monday morning, we drop down to 16 degrees. We warm to 34 degrees with plenty of sunshine for the first day of 2024.
Tuesday is a tad warmer, highs will be in the upper 30s.
Another cold front passes through the area midweek dropping temperatures back into the low 30s on Wednesday.
Temperatures hold in the mid 30s into the end of the week.
There are some early signals for our next weather system to impact the area by Friday, bringing a small chance for rain/snow. It is still too early for details, so stay tuned.
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KING AND QUEEN COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Three hunting dogs were killed in King and Queen County, which has prompted an investigation by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.
The Department has not yet confirmed how or when the dogs were killed, nor if any suspects have been identified in connection to the dogs’ killing.
The investigation is ongoing, according to the Department of Wildlife Resources.
Anyone with information regarding the incident may contact the Department by calling 1-800-237-5712.
This is a developing story. Stay with 8News for updates.
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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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Orono arcade seeing a surprise surge in business amidst winter break
ORONO, Maine (WABI) - The streets of Orono may be quieter than normal during winter break.
But businesses is booming for one local spot in town.
“So surprisingly, we thought we would see a little bit of a shrinkage because all the college students are home for break, most of them are. But it’s been busier than normal because the amount of families that are coming in from within 90 miles away is greater than the number of college kids that are home. So it’s great,” said owner of Orono Arcade LLC Matt Acheson.
“Everybody comes in has fun. Everybody’s coming in with a smile. Everybody’s leaving with a smile, whether it’s families, whether it’s couples on a date, we get a lot of first dates, we of course, tons of families, so it’s great. It’s a lot of fun,” Acheson said.
The surge is a welcome sight for a business that opened it’s doors just a few months ago.
“So my favorite thing is that we’re seeing people come from everywhere. We’re getting folks coming from Waterville, from Ellsworth from Mount Desert Island, from Skowhegan from Greenbush. I mean everywhere it’s not just Orono we got people driving an hour and a half to get here. So that’s wonderful to see. And certainly that’s helped us grow quicker than we thought we would,” said Acheson.
The arcade is closed Monday and Wednesday, open from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Tuesday and Thursday, open from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Friday, and open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday.
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Bengals vs. Chiefs best anytime touchdown scorers for Week 17
The Cincinnati Bengals have a pivotal game infront of them when they head to Arrowhead Stadium to take on the Kansas City Chiefs. Beating the Chiefs is going to be pivotal to keep their playoff hopes alive, but they enter the game as significant underdogs.
If you want to place a few anytime touchdown bets, you've come to the right place. All you need for these wagers to win is for the player you bet on to find the end zone. It's really that easy!
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Best Anytime TD Bets for Bengals vs. Chiefs
- Joe Mixon Anytime TD
- Tee Higgins Anytime TD
- Drew Sample Anytime TD
Joe Mixon Anytime TD
The weakness of this Chiefs team is their inability to stop the run which has cost them at times this season including last week against the Raiders. That should set up Joe Mixon to have a big game which could include a touchdown. He has had a bit of a down year from a yards per carry perspective, but he still has eight touchdowns on the season and is well poised to score his ninth on Sunday.
Tee Higgins Anytime TD
Even if Ja'Marr Chase returns to the lineup, Tee Higgins is going to be a solid bet to score a touchdown against the Chiefs. He has been a touchdown machine lately, scoring three times in his last two games while seeing a combined 16 targets in them. With his odds north of +250, I see no reason why we shouldn't bet on him to find the end zone once again.
Drew Sample Anytime TD
Drew Sample is coming off a game where he hauled in three receptions for 23 yards. His role will likely be reduced if Chase ends up playing, but he could still be very much worth at +1000 if you're looking for a longshot or dark horse play.
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Fans Celebrate Rick And Morty's Bizarre Season 7 Milestone That I Kinda Wish Wasn't A Thing At All
I appreciate the milestone, as ridiculous as it is.
Rick and Morty Season 7 wrapped up with an emotional hole-filled finale, and while Sarah Chalke's promising update about Season 8 may have fans already looking ahead, others are still looking back at the show's first batch of eps without fired co-creator Justin Roiland. Such fan-alysing has spotlighted an unexpected and ew-worthy milestone that quite a few viewers have been celebrating: Rick and Morty went an entire season without any storylines dedicated to incestuous plots. I really hate that it's something that deserves acknowledging, but here we are.
Season 7 featured the lethal, game-changing defeat of Rick Prime along with the return of Evil Morty, and plenty of other narratives that didn't force viewers to endure uncomfortable moments involving family members' sexual escapades. Considering the Adult Swim series previously delivered Summer and Morty's giant incest baby Naruto, it was seemingly a direct choice to avoid such taboo material, and that choice was celebrated by fans on Reddit, with eddie_fitzgerald joking that the Season 7 finale even contained the "ultimate anti-incest" message. As they put it:
Those who watch Rick and Morty regularly already know the show has featured an arguably uncomfortable run by way of incest-related humor. Personally, I admittedly didn't notice the all-around lack of that trend while Season 7 was airing, but others like TheElocutionist certainly did. They joked that the upcoming season will make up for what was absent this time around, saying:
It wouldn't be the internet without some questionably healthy debates, so of course there are people who wonder if Rick and Morty Season 7 can truly be considered free of all incest stories if Space Beth is still a prevalent part of the clan. The character's return in Season 5 has done more than spark theories about who the real Beth is, even if some think they've figured it out. As ResplendentShade noted, her presence adds a kink into the mix, and not even that kind of kink.
It's a valid question, and one I'm not sure I know the answer to. Is self-love via clone something that falls under the category of incest? I guess if we were to look at the pure definition of the word, in that it's sexual intercourse by two people too closely related to each other, clone sex might even be worse than incest, morally speaking. Others might take the perspective that it's more self-masturbatory than anything.
I think making any definitive ruling is above my expertise as an entertainment writer without any clones of his own, so I'll leave readers to debate amongst themselves while sharing the same sentiment as Optimal_Ad6274, who chimed in with:
For those who may be a little bummed about the lack of such questionable material, there are plenty of classic Rick and Morty moments to look back on via a Max subscription. And hey, let's not forget that Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon is also available on streaming over on that platform, so anyone who really needs to scratch that itch can do so. That probably won't be the tagline WBD will run for the streamer anytime soon, especially as rumored negotiations with a merger with Paramount continue.
All that aside, the company and writers deserve a pat on the back for any involvement it might've had with squashing incest in Rick and Morty. This fan didn't even wait until the end of the season to share praise.
Honestly, I'm proud of the writers of #RickandMorty in Season 7... so far I've caught only one incest joke in the entire season, so that's progress!#RickAndMortySeason7November 22, 2023
The fact I've spent even this long writing about incest in Rick and Morty sort of squashes the achievement of not thinking about it all that much during Season 7, but it's worth it if it encourages the show's creative team to continue avoiding it going forward. Sure, this is a show loaded with irreverence, but does it always have to give us THE grossest moments? It's okay for an episode's most mindblowing detail to be some deeply philosophical truth, as opposed to DNA atrocities, or at least that's my take.
Rick and Morty Season 7 has wrapped at Adult Swim, but as mentioned, Season 8 is on the way. Fans will have a lot to ponder as we wait for the upcoming season, especially now that Rick doesn't have an explicit direction to head in after he's defeated his chief rival. Will he set his sights on another enemy in the next batch of episodes? I can't wait to find out.
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(NewsNation) — For the first time in 75 years, beavers have been reintroduced to their native state habitat.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) released seven beavers into Plumas County, a location also known as the tribal community of Tásmam Koyóm.
The reintroduced rodents join a lone resident beaver in the valley.
Conservation officials hope the move will reestablish a breeding population that can sustain itself in a natural habitat.
“Thanks to the leadership of our tribal partners and years of preparation, beavers are returning to their original homeland around the state,” California Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a statement. “California is restoring wildlife and critical habitat by working hand-in-hand with the tribes who have stewarded these lands.”
Beavers are native to Northern California, according to SF Gate, but their population was all but eradicated during the 1800s fur rush. By 1912, fewer than a thousand beavers lived in California, the outlet reports.
According to the CDFW, more beavers are expected to be released along the Tule River Reservation in the southern Sierra Nevada.
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World-renowned violinist Charles Yang explains why he also likes to sing during performances.
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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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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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Man arrested on suspicion of murder after two women found dead in Staffordshire home
Both women were pronounced dead at the scene, police said
Two women have been found dead at a house in Staffordshire on New Year’s Eve.
A 68-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of two counts of murder after the bodies were found at a property in Cheadle, Staffordshire Police said.
The force urged anyone with information or footage to come forward.
In a statement, police said: “We were called to Park Lane at 3pm this afternoon (Sunday December 31) to reports a woman’s body had been found and another woman was injured.
“Both women were pronounced dead at approximately 3.50pm.
“Anyone with information, CCTV, smart doorbell or dashcam footage should contact 101 quoting incident number 340 of 31 December, or message us using Live Chat on our website.”
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BREAKING NEWSColorado mom Kimberlee Singler, 35, suspected of murdering two of her kids is arrested in the UK nearly two weeks after horrific killings
- Singler, 35, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, is wanted for alleged murder, attempted murder and child abuse
- Nearly two weeks after the original killings and a week after she was last seen or heard from, Singler was taken into police custody
- Colorado Springs Police Department says they will announce more information at a press conference but have not yet scheduled it
Kimberlee Singler, the Colorado mother who allegedly killed two of her children and was on the run has been taken into the custody thousands of miles away in the United Kingdom, according to police.
Singler, 35, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, is wanted for alleged murder, attempted murder and child abuse.
Nearly two weeks after the original killings and a week after she was last seen or heard from, Singler was taken into police custody in the United Kingdom on Saturday, though it wasn't specified where and no photos were given.
Colorado Springs Police Department says they will announce more details at a press conference but have not yet scheduled it.
DailyMail.com has reached out to authorities in Colorado Springs for further information.
Singler was also involved in a lengthy custody battle with her ex-husband, and was just days away from losing the kids.
Kimberlee Singler, the Colorado mother who allegedly killed two of her children and was on the run has been taken into the custody thousands of miles away in the United Kingdom, according to police
Police, responding to a 911 report of a burglary at an apartment complex on the 5300 block of Palomino Ranch Point, in the northeast of the city, at around 12.30am on December 19, found Singler and her still-living daughter, 11, lying next to the bodies of her other daughter, nine, and son, seven.
Singler and her 11-year-old daughter, both injured, were treated at the scene by emergency responders before being taken to local hospitals for further treatment.
But police said that upon investigating, they found that the 911 call was fake.
Court documents have now revealed that Singler was involved in a nearly four-year legal battle for custody of her children with ex-husband, Kevin Wentz.
The couple had filed for divorce in 2018, which was approved in 2020.
A Larimer County Judge had approved a custody plan for Wentz to visit his children at specific dates and times and granted full custody to Singler.
But in September 2018, authorities were called when Wentz allegedly pulled a knife on the accused killer and called her insulting names when he came to pick up his children.
Colorado Springs Police arrived at the scene and spoke with Wentz, who denied all allegations.
In September 2018, authorities were called when Wentz allegedly pulled a knife on the accused killer and called her insulting names when he came to pick up his children
Court documents say CSPD found no probable cause to arrest Wentz and left.
Things worsened when Singler failed to drop the kids at CSPD Stetson Hills Substation and never showed up on December 16, 2023.
The next day, Wentz's attorney asked a Larimer County Judge to grant him possession of his children since the mother violated their child custody agreement, which was granted.
When the Colorado Springs Police called Singler to had over the kids, she informed him that she was 'nowhere near the police station'.
She later sent an email saying she was in Colorado with all three of the children.
Wentz was then granted full-time custody of the children until a new agreement could be re-visited at their next hearing on January 18, 2024.
But by December 19, two of the three children were dead.
Colorado Springs Police arrived at the scene and spoke with Wentz, who denied all allegations
A spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department said at the time the 11-year-old was recovering from her injuries and being cared for. It is unknown where she is being cared for or by whom
The Singler family said today: 'Following the statement made by the Wentz family attorney we decided to release a similar statement.
'We are cooperating fully with the police in their efforts to locate Kimberlee and we ask for the publics help in finding her. We are grieving deeply over this horrific tragedy and we ask for privacy and prayers as we navigate this storm.
'Our focus is on God and His glory and our surviving niece. We hope everyone remembers the innocence involved in this and our sole goal is protecting her. Please pray for all involved for healing and peace as we seek answers, and grant us our privacy. Thank you.'
A spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department said at the time the 11-year-old was recovering from her injuries and being cared for. It is unknown where she is being cared for or by whom.
Singler is currently wanted on four counts of first-degree murder, two counts of attempted first-degree murder, three counts of child abuse and one count of assault
Singler is currently wanted on four counts of first-degree murder, two counts of attempted first-degree murder, three counts of child abuse and one count of assault.
A Colorado court has set a $10 million bond.
Authorities told the New York Times they had 'reason to believe' Singler, last seen on Christmas Eve, was no longer in the state.
They have cordoned off the apartment she lived in, and are still investigating her disappearance, despite the FBI joining the manhunt.
It is still not known whether she went on the run on her own or with another person, nor is it known whether there was another parents who helped raise Singler's children.
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(The Hill) — Taylor Swift and Beyoncé set the music world on fire in 2023 with massive, globe-spanning tours, and their influence seeped into the world of politics as lawmakers and other political figures named-checked them.
Here are a few of the most noteworthy moments in which the worlds of politics and pop culture converged over the last year.
Jason Aldean and “Try That in a Small Town”
Jason Aldean performs during CMA Fest 2022 on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)
Country singer Jason Aldean’s song “Try That in a Small Town” topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in July despite heavy controversy.
The song faced backlash for both its lyrics, which include lines like, “Cuss out a cop, spit in his face, Stomp on the flag and light it up, Yeah, ya think you’re tough, Well, try that in a small town, See how far ya make it down the road,” and its music video.
The video was filmed in front of a Tennessee courthouse where a Black man was lynched in the 1920s. Country Music Television (CMT) pulled the music video, drawing a negative reaction from Aldean himself on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
“In the past 24 hours I have been accused of releasing a pro-lynching song (a song that has been out since May) and was subject to the comparison that I (direct quote) was not too pleased with the nationwide BLM protests. These references are not only meritless, but dangerous,” Aldean said.
Republicans like former President Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) came to Aldean’s defense amid the controversy.
“Jason Aldean is a fantastic guy who just came out with a great new song. Support Jason all the way. MAGA!!!” Trump posted on his Truth Social account.
Beyoncé gets honored on the House floor
Beyonce performs at a Get Out the Vote concert for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
The “Formation” singer, who has had a packed year with “The Renaissance World Tour” and the release of a film of that tour, was honored in March on the House floor by Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif).
“I rise today to commemorate the end of Black History Month and the beginning of Women’s History Month by honoring an individual who represents both so well,” Garcia said.
“She’s an icon, she’s a legend, and she’s now and forever the moment,” he added.
Garcia also referred to the “Alien Superstar” herself as a role model who “stood up for voting rights, for feminism, for women and girls, for my community — the LGBTQ+ community.”
“For my generation and so many others, she simply is the greatest of all time,” he continued.
RuPaul and anti-drag queen bills
RuPaul helps present the Emmy for outstanding limited or anthology series at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
The self-proclaimed “queen of drag” had some thoughts on recent anti-drag show legislation that he shared back in March.
In a video on Instagram, the “RuPaul’s Drag Race” host said that bills aimed at drag performances were a tactic to distract from more important issues.
“Hey, look over there! A classic distraction technique — distracting us away from the real issues that they were voted into office to focus on: jobs, health care, keeping our children safe from harm at their own school,” RuPaul said.
“But we know that bullies are incompetent at solving real issues,” the host continued.
“They look for easy targets so they can give the impression of being effective,” he said.
Dylan Mulvaney and the Bud Light backlash
Dylan Mulvaney in New York City on March 3, 2023 (left). A can of Bud Light beer is seen on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Philadelphia (right) (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images/AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney partnered with Anheuser-Busch in April for an advertisement that included her posing with a personalized Bud Light can, which drew negative reactions from conservatives.
Critics called for protests against Bud Light and Anheuser-Busch, while Anheuser-Busch also faced criticism from those who thought it did not fully support Mulvaney.
Singer Kid Rock shot multiple cases of Bud Light with what appeared to be a semi-automatic rifle in an Instagram video.
“F— Bud Light and f— Anheuser-Busch,” he said in the video.
“I’ve been offline for a few weeks, and a lot has been said about me,” Mulvaney said in a video on Instagram and TikTok a few weeks after the backlash. “It was so loud that I didn’t even feel part of the conversation. So, I decided to take the back seat and let them tucker themselves out.”
“But then I remembered that nearly 13 million people at some point enjoyed me enough to hit the follow button on these apps. And I was like wait, wait, wait, I want to talk to those people,” Mulvaney added.
Eminem objects to Vivek Ramaswamy using his music
Eminem. (Getty)
In August, rapper Eminem asked entrepreneur and 2024 GOP presidential primary candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to stop using his music on the campaign trail through his music licensor, Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI).
The letter from BMI revealed that Ramaswamy’s campaign and BMI had a previous music licensing agreement for the Detroit rapper’s music and came after Ramaswamy sang along to “Lose Yourself” at the Iowa State Fair earlier in August.
“To the American people’s chagrin, we will have to leave the rapping to the real slim shady,” a Ramaswamy campaign statement said.
Taylor Swift bests Trump, Biden on net favorability
Taylor Swift performs during “The Eras Tour,” Monday, Aug. 7, 2023, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
This year was the year of Taylor Swift, quite literally, as she was recently named Time magazine’s “Person of the Year.”
In a recent NBC News poll, the pop sensation topped a list of celebrities when it comes to net favorability, besting political figures including President Biden, Vice President Harris, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Trump.
Forty percent of registered voters in the poll said that they have a positive view of the millennial icon.
Kim Kardashian makes a plea to Biden
Kim Kardashian. (EvanAgostini/Invision/AP)
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian, alongside Eric Esrailian, a physician and producer, urged the president to “stop the Armenian genocide” in a September Rolling Stone opinion piece.
“We are Armenian,” the piece read. “We are the descendants of Armenian Genocide survivors, and we do not want to be talking about the recognition or commemoration of yet another genocide in the future.”
Esrailian and Kardashian characterized Azerbaijan’s government as using “starvation as a weapon against the Armenian population” via blockading “the only lifeline between the indigenous Christian Armenians of Artsakh (also known as Nagorno-Karabakh) and the rest of the world.”
“Blocking human rights groups, such as the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the hateful rhetoric accompanying the blockade are signs of genocidal intent,” the piece said.
Paramore and Rep. Maxwell Frost
Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.). (AP Photo/Amanda Andrade-Rhoades)
In June, Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) attended a concert for the pop-rock band Paramore and had a few choice words for his state’s governor, Ron DeSantis (R).
While at the concert in Washington, D.C., Frost was caught on video on stage yelling “f— Ron DeSantis” and “f— facism.”
He later retweeted the video, saying that he “said what I said.”
When Frost came on stage, the band’s lead singer, Hayley Williams, lauded the young House member, who is the first member of his generation in Congress.
“Do you see this? Do you see the future right here?” Williams said.
Jimmy Kimmel pranks ex-Rep. Santos
Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) holds a press conference in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, November 30, 2023.
Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel decided to have a bit of fun with embattled former House member Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) after his ouster.
Santos started selling personal videos on the platform Cameo after he was expelled from the House earlier this month. Kimmel told his show audience that he had ordered videos with prank scripts for Santos to read.
“George please congratulate my friend Gary Fortuna for winning the Clearwater Florida beef eating contest. He ate over six pounds of ground beef in under 30 minutes – which was a new record!” Kimmel wrote in one prank script. “He’s not feeling great right now, but the doctor thinks he will be released from the hospital soon. Please wish him a speedy recovery!”
Santos responded to the prompt in the Cameo video.
“I know you’re feeling a little under the weather, but I hear from a great source that the doctors said you’ll be released from the hospital soon and recover well,” Santos said in a video. “Look, have a speedy recovery, and then enjoy the festivities of the end of the year. Bye.”
Maren Morris says she’s leaving country music
Maren Morris arrives at the world premiere of the concert film “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at AMC The Grove 14 in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Singer Maren Morris announced in September she would step out of the country genre as a result of the “the Trump years” and their effect on the style of music.
“After the Trump years, people’s biases were on full display,” Morris said in an interview with the Los Angeles Times. “It just revealed who people really were and that they were proud to be misogynistic and racist and homophobic and transphobic.”
Morris also referenced “Try That in a Small Town” and its popularity with conservatives, saying, “People are streaming these songs out of spite.”
“It’s not out of true joy or love of the music. It’s to own the libs. And that’s so not what music is intended for. Music is supposed to be the voice of the oppressed — the actual oppressed. And now it’s being used as this really toxic weapon in culture wars,” Morris said.
Trump isn’t pleased with Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance
Rihanna attends an event at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles on on Aug. 28, 2021. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
To the excitement of many, superstar and business magnate Rihanna performed at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show.
Former President Trump, who had feuded with the pop star, wasn’t a fan of the “Rude Boy” singer’s performance.
“EPIC FAIL: Rihanna gave, without question, the single worst Halftime Show in Super Bowl history — This after insulting far more than half of our Nation, which is already in serious DECLINE, with her foul and insulting language,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“Also, so much for her ‘Stylist!’” he added.
Trump seemed to reference the “Work” singer’s act of spraypainting a car with the words “F**k Trump” back in 2020. Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas) had pointed the incident out earlier in the week on Truth Social.
“Why is the NFL showcasing this crap? Rihanna SHOULD NOT be the halftime performer!!” Jackson wrote.
Paris Hilton’s advocacy work
Paris Hilton is seen in front of the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Reality television star Paris Hilton made a visit to Capitol Hill in April to push for a bill to regulate “troubled teen” facilities.
Hilton was joined by Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) and Reps. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Buddy Carter (R-Ga.) at the Capitol, where they discussed the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act. The bill has the aim of creating federal data collection and reporting standards for the aforementioned facilities, which Hilton said she was a victim of.
“I witnessed and experienced sexual abuse from adult staff as well as endured verbal and emotional abuse daily. I was yelled at, dehumanized, silenced and stripped of any semblance of privacy,” she said.
“When I attempted to tell my parents about the abuse on the phone, staff would stop and immediately hang up the phone and punish me. On top of this, you had no access to the outside doors, no sunlight, no fresh air. These were considered privileges. What I went through will haunt me for the rest of my life.”
Kevin Spacey and Tucker Carlson
Actor Kevin Spacey leaves Southwark Crown Court for a lunch break, in London, Monday, July 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Actor Kevin Spacey decided to make an appearance as his character Frank Underwood from the show “House of Cards” in a recent interview on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, with ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson.
The two men discussed their ousters from Netflix and Fox News, as well as the current political environment.
“It is bizarre that they decided to publicly cut ties with me on allegations alone; allegations that have now been proven false because I don’t think there’s any question: Netflix exists because of me,” Spacey said. “I put them on the map. And they tried to put me on the ground.”
Spacey was kicked off the show in 2017 in the wake of facing multiple sexual harassment allegations, even from “House of Cards” crew members.
Judy Blume slams DeSantis
Judy Blume and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (AP Photo/Kathy Willens/John Bazemore)
Author Judy Blume slammed the Florida governor over book bans.
“Teachers are under fire, librarians are threatened,” Blume said at Variety‘s “Power of Women” luncheon in April. “They are criminalizing teachers and librarians. It’s not just that they’re threatening their jobs, they’re threatening them.”
“They could go to jail, all because they stand up for the rights of the students they teach. All because they refuse to give in to fear,” Blume continued. “I’ve known librarians who have saved lives by handing the right book to the right child at the right time. And for that one kid, finding themselves in a book can be a lifesaver.”
The author also referred to DeSantis as “a governor who wants to control everything, starting with what kids can think, what they can know, what they can question, what they can learn, and now even what they can talk about.”
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What channel is the Bengals and Chiefs game on?
Bengals/Chiefs kicks off at 4:25 PM EST.
After two straight weeks of the Cincinnati Bengals playing on a Saturday, they're back to playing on Sundays and all is right in the world. Well, things will be better in the Queen City if the Bengals can get back in the win column after a humiliating loss in Pittsburgh last weekend.
This week, the Bengals hit the road once again but they're heading to a familiar stadium in Kansas City. That's right, it's time for the Bengals and Chiefs to square off once again.
Every time these two teams have faced each other in the last two years, it's come down to the wire. Somehow the Chiefs are 7-point favorites despite not looking all that ferocious over the past few weeks. This feels like yet another game where we'll be on the edge of our seats in the final minutes.
What channel can I watch the Bengals/Chiefs game on?
Fans can catch the Bengals/Chiefs game on CBS. It can be streamed on YouTube TV, FuboTV, and NFL+ (but only on mobile).
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Sorry, Elvis: Taylor Swift Couldn’t Let 2023 End Without Breaking At Least One More Major Record
It's Taylor's world, and we're all living in it.
Anyone who ever doubted or shrugged at Taylor Swift’s ascent to megastardom was schooled by 2023, which took the singer-songwriter’s fame into orbit thanks in part to The Eras Tour and its Golden Globe-nominated concert film. There’s much to look forward to by way of upcoming music and other projects, but Swift managed to sneak one last Huzzah into 2023 by breaking a longstanding charts record previously held by Elvis Presley.
With quite a few holiday-infused purchases assumedly in play, the album 1989 (Taylor’s Version) returned to the top of the Billboard 200, marking its fifth nonconsecutive week at #1. Not only is that a big win for the album itself, but it gives Taylor Swift the most weeks atop the charts for any solo artist, according to Billboard. Across her 13 albums released so far, she’s spent a whopping 68 weeks as the queen of the mountain.
Hitting that magical number of 68 put Swift ahead of all other solo artists in the history of Billboard’s rankings, breaking her tie with rock and roll legend Elvis Presley, who held the honor of 67 weeks at #1 across 10 different albums, from 1956-2002. (The collection ELV1S: 30 No. 1 Hits was released in September 2002, as bolstered by the remixed version of “A Little Less Conversation” by DJ JXL.)
This would have been a lot different had the chart swap happened in 2022, which featured the release of Baz Luhrmann's highly lauded biopic Elvis, with Austin Butler starring as the King himself. But now that we're all distanced from that film, it's only right for Swift to rise in the ranks, and she's nowhere near finished, so fans can expect her to continue capitalizing on that honor for years to come.
Here’s a handy rundown of all the Taylor Swift albums that hit the top spot, and how long they each reigned for.
- Fearless - 11 weeks (2008-2009)
- Speak Now - 6 weeks (2010-2011)
- Red - 7 weeks (2012-2013)
- 1989 - 11 weeks (2014-2015)
- Reputation - 4 weeks (2017-2018)
- Lover - 1 week (2019)
- Folklore - 8 weeks (2020-2021)
- Evermore - 4 weeks (2020-2021)
- Fearless (Taylor's Version) - 2 weeks (2021)
- Red (Taylor's Version) - 1 week (2021)
- Midnights - 6 weeks (2022-2023)
- Speak Now (Taylor's Version) - 2 weeks (2023)
- 1989 (Taylor's Version) - 5 weeks (2023)
Will 1989 (Taylor's Version) continue to hold strong in the opening weeks of 2024, or were the holidays the main cause for its return to the top of the charts?
Who Holds The All-Around Record For Most Weeks At #1?
Though Taylor Swift now holds the crown when it comes to solo artists, she still has a ways to go before becoming the all-around artist with the most Billboard-topping weeks. The pop star will need to take down one of music's most celebrated quartets, The Beatles, in order to secure that honor.
It'll be a difficult challenge, though not an impossible one, with The Beatles having spent 132 weeks in the No. 1 spot, across 19 different albums released between 1964-2001. That's nearly twice as many weeks as what Swift currently boasts, but with the way the music industry has gone in the time that she's been releasing music, Swift could very well be one of the only musicians still making any money from album sales a decade from now. So staying at #1 presumably won't be quite as difficult as it was in previous years.
Of course, Taylor Swift has been making headlines for plenty of moments that have nothing to do with album sales or music in general. She's been a fixture at Kansas City Chiefs games in support of her current sweetie Travis Kelce, despite her presence getting fans riled up in anger at times. And the recently released-from-prison Gypsy Rose Blanchard, whose tragic real-life situation was dramatized for Hulu's The Act, credited Swift with helping her cope during her years behind bars, with the hope that she could one day meet the musician in person to share that sentiment.
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Breakthrough in Metastasized Colorectal Cancer Treatment: A Case Study
In a breakthrough case study, a 76-year-old male patient with metastasized colorectal cancer showed a positive response to chemoimmunotherapy, as observed through serial 18F Fluorodeoxyglucose Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography (18F FDG PET/CT) scans. The patient underwent 12 cycles of folinic acid, fluorouracil, oxaliplatin (FOLFOX), and cetuximab, followed by a singular maintenance regimen of cetuximab.
Noteworthy Response to Treatment
The PET/CT scans revealed a notable regression of the rectal disease and resolution of pulmonary metastatic nodules. Additionally, three distinct necrotic patterns were identified in the liver metastases, underlining the role of 18F FDG PET/CT in evaluating colorectal liver metastases’ (CRLM) response to treatment, pinpointing transient necrosis, and early recurrence.
Limitations of Post-treatment CT Scans
Interestingly, the case study also highlighted the limitations of post-treatment CT scans for early detection of CRLM recurrence. This further underscores the importance of integrating functional imaging like 18F FDG PET/CT into the management, monitoring, and surveillance of CRLM patients.
Optimal Treatment Requires a Multidisciplinary Approach
While surgical resection of CRLM is possible in about 20% of cases, the study emphasizes the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach for optimal treatment. The duration of sustained changes post-treatment and the transient nature of the treatment effect in many patients have been identified as key areas for further research.
Simultaneously, the article discusses the roles of tumor-associated macrophages in tumor progression and metastasis. It proposes an RNA therapy to selectively inhibit macrophage mediated efferocytosis in the tumor microenvironment of colorectal cancers. A clinically approved lipid nanoparticle platform, encapsulating siRNA for the phagocytic receptor MerTK siMerTK, resulted in suppressed tumor growth and better survival in both liver and peritoneal metastasis models of colorectal cancers.
The potential of siMerTK delivery, combined with PD-1 blockade, to produce enhanced antimetastatic efficacy is also highlighted. These advancements underline the immense potential of nanobiotechnologies in enhancing immune potency to improve clinical immunotherapy, thereby promising elevated clinical benefits to cancer patients.
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Michael Summers, Professor of Planetary Science & Astronomy at George Mason University, wonders if alien life forms may be utterly different from life as we know it.
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Michael Summers, Professor of Planetary Science & Astronomy at George Mason University, wonders if alien life forms may be utterly different from life as we know it.
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Thousands gather at Edinburgh street party ahead of ‘phenomenal’ fireworks
One reveller said the display is ‘what Edinburgh is all about’.
Revellers have gathered in anticipation of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay firework display as musicians hyped the crowd up for an evening of entertainment.
Thousands of people are at the sold out Princes Garden Street Party and Concert in the Gardens in what mark’s the festival’s 30th anniversary.
The event, organised by UniqueAssembly and City of Edinburgh Council, will be headlined by Pulp, who have not played in the city in 20 years.
Following their set, the fireworks will begin at midnight and will end at around 00.50am on Monday.
Alex MacDonald, 26, said he is most excited for Pulp and the fireworks.
He told the PA news agency: “I’m heavy looking forward to Pulp, like – it’s gonna be smashing.
“The fireworks will be phenomenal man. It’ll be brilliant. We’ll have a heavy bevy to that, ken what I’m saying?”
Dave Reed, also 26, said he is “here for the tunes and everything else that’s happening”.
He added: “I’m well excited for the fireworks, it’s gonna be everything.
“That’s what Edinburgh is all about, and that’s what Hogmanay is all about.”
Ahead of the main display, there were some small firework displays between different musical sets, much to the applause of the hyped-up crowd.
Commenting on the news of a sell-out, Al Thomson, co-director of UniqueAssembly, said: “We’re in for one hell of a party now. Fifty thousand people in the streets of Edinburgh enjoying good music, good company, and one of the best fireworks displays in the world – there’s no better way to start the new year.
“We started things off right with the Torchlight Procession on Friday, where we saw 20,000 people come together to shine a light on homelessness, raising money for our charity partner Social Bite; and this is just the perfect end to the year and the best way to celebrate 30 years of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay.”
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FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — NASCAR legend Cale Yarborough has died at 84 after a long illness.
Yarborough died early Sunday morning at McLeod Hospice in Florence, South Carolina, according to his family.
NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France released a statement following Yarborough’s death:
“Cale Yarborough was one of the toughest competitors NASCAR has ever seen. His combination of talent, grit and determination separated Cale from his peers, both on the track and in the record book. He was respected and admired by competitors and fans alike and was as comfortable behind the wheel of a tractor as he was behind the wheel of a stock car. On behalf of the France family and NASCAR, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cale Yarborough.”
During his career, Yarborough won 83 races, tying Jimmie Johnson for sixth on the all-time NASCAR Cup Series list. He’s also just one of two drivers to win three consecutive championships, winning 1976, 1977 and 1978.
Yarborough operated Cale Yarborough Honda in Florence. He grew up in Sardis, South Carolina, just a few miles from Timmonsville. He was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012.
He retired from racing in 1988, and he later became the first Republican elected to the Florence County Council since Reconstruction. He was re-elected his next term as a Democrat.
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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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We may have used certain terms, such as resources, in this announcement that the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) strictly prohibits us from including in our filings with the SEC. Investors are urged to consider closely the disclosure in our Form 20-F, File No 1-32575, available on the SEC website www.sec.gov.
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Emotional David Warner drops second retirement bombshell at press conference in front of wife Candice and their daughters
- Previously announced Test retirement
- Has now retired from ODI cricket
- Will continue to play T20
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 clobbered 6932 runs in 161 ODI matches for Australia, including his best score of 179 career-best 179 against Pakistan at the Adelaide Oval.
David Warner has announced that he will also retire from ODI cricket after pulling stumps on his Test cricket career
The opening batsman will play his final Test match for Australia against Pakistan in the New Year Test, weather permitting
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.
'Also on the back of that... I'm definitely retiring from one-day cricket as well,' he said.
'It's something I had said through the World Cup, get through that, and winning it in India is a massive achievement.
'I make that decision today to retire from those forms, which does allow me time to go and play some other leagues around the world and sort of get the one-day team moving forward a bit.
I know the Champions Trophy is coming up... if I'm playing decent cricket in two years' time and if they need someone, I'll be available.'
Warner arrives to his media conference with wife Candice and children Ivy Mae, Indy Rae and Isla Rose
Warner has left the door ajar for a Champions Trophy comeback if called upon in two years
Warner has been a divisive figure in world cricket, largely because of his role in the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal that saw him and captain Steve Smith banned for 12 months.
While the retiring batsman has copped a barrage of negative messages over his retirement announcement, plenty of Aussie cricket fans hailed him as one of the greatest of all time.
'Congrats on a great Test and ODI Career, Australia will find it hard to replace a bastman of Dave Warner calibre in the Test and ODI arena in the future, His numbers stack up against Australia's greatest opening batsman,' one fan posted.
'Congratulations on your career David Warner some will miss you some won't miss you good luck to you and your family for the rest of your life,' added another.
'Congrats Davey cheers for what you’ve done for Straya,' posted another.
The 37-year-old will play his final Test match against Pakistan at the SCG from Wednesday.
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The Conners' First Season 6 Trailer Confirms Returning Guest Star, But It Left Me A Little Suspicious
Our first look at The Conners' Season 6 return is so...happy.
When scripted series return to TV following all the New Year’s Day celebrations, it’ll likely feel like Christmas all over again, with hits such as The Conners and other ABC faves forced to delay new seasons due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. So while Season 6 didn’t get a fall debut, audiences can take comfort in knowing Dan, Darlene, Becky and more will be back on the small screen relatively soon, with the first trailer shining a little light on what’s coming for ABC viewers (and those with Hulu subscriptions). So let’s dive in!
Sean Astin's Return As Becky's New Boyfriend
Easily the biggest takeaway from this first look at The Conners Season 6 is the all-out confirmation that Sean Astin’s Tyler will indeed be back in this family’s inner circle when new episodes arrive. As many fans are aware, the Stranger Things and Goonies vet first appeared as new love interest Tyler back in April ahead of the Season 5 finale, and was introduced as a FedEx pilot who rather quickly hit it off with Lecy Goranson’s Becky.
It wasn’t just Becky that took a liking to Tyler, either, as their potential relationship also sparked some love within the fanbase. A happy and healthy relationship is exactly what Becky has been missing in recent seasons, as each hint of happiness she comes across ends up tainted in some way, occasionally even by her own actions.
And I’d say Tyler appears to be getting on quite well with the fam-fam in the trailer above, as he’s already been welcomed into the kitchen table poker game. Plus, he’s confident enough to amusingly make threats about liberating Dan from both his money and his first-born. No sign of anything going south there, either, which is perfect.
When CinemaBlend spoke with The Conners’ executive producers Bruce Helford (showrunner) and Dave Caplan ahead of the Season 5 finale, they were already pretty confident about being able to expand on Tyler and Becky’s future in later episodes, with Helford saying:
Of course, the WGA strike started up soon after that interview took place, which threw wrenches into the works for not just The Conners, but the entire entertainment industry. But while there certainly could have been updates that got in the way of Astin's return, Helford and Caplan apparently worked whatever magic was needed to make the scheduling work. In Tyler we trust. (No, not Tyler Durden, but just in this one instance.)
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The Conner Family Looks Too Happy, And I'm Not Comfortable With It
I say this partially in jest, but something feels off about the fact that The Conners' first look at Season 6 is almost entirely smiling faces and studio audience laughter. This sitcom's own sense of logic dictates that if something extremely positive like Sean Astin's Tyler is teased, an opposite-but-equal force of devestation is almost certainly lurking around the corner.
For the majority of broadcast sitcoms, this wouldn't be so much of an issue, but The Conners has very steadily trudged along with a firm balance between positive-minded plotting and dramatic stings, with plenty of hilarious self-deprecation in the mix. So for ABC to promote Season 6 with a teaser full of laughter, charm and glee? I think we're dealing with a Trojan Horse situation.
The only moment in the trailer that may legitimately point to a less jubilant moment is when Darlene tells Dan, “I’m scared, Daddy.” But even that bit features laughter in the background, presumably sparked by the use of “Daddy,” so it doesn’t seem like it’s leading into anything too bonkers.
At this point, it’s entirely possible that Season 6 will be The Conners’ final outing, with John Goodman and co-stars having discussed the show ending with more frequency in the past year or so. Which I think more or less feeds into my light-hearted worries about what’s on the way. There’s no way this show is going to bow out without at least one or two more genuinely heartbreaking plotlines.
The easiest guess to make would be that something awful will happen to Estelle Parsons’ Bev, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s during one of Season 5’s most emotional eps. I fully thought she was going to be killed off in the aftermath, but that thankfully didn’t happen. (Yet, anyway.) Otherwise, I’m not quite sure who else could be targeted with bad news in Season 6, and I don’t even want to think about it, lest anything come true.
Fans hoping to see more of the family on the small screen can take comfort in The CW’s recent announcement that it now holds the rights to eps from the first five seasons, and will thus be airing back-to-back Conners repeats starting in January.
The Conners Season 6 will debut on ABC starting on Wednesday, February 7, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Head to our 2024 TV premiere schedule to see what other new and returning shows will be arriving soon.
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Cincinnati Bengals vs. Kansas City Chiefs Week 17: Date, Time, Streaming, Final Injury Report, More
- Bengals hit the road to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium to face the Chiefs today at 4:25 PM ET
- The game will be televised on CBS
- Ja'Marr Chase is questionable for Bengals vs. Chiefs matchup
Unfortunately for the Cincinnati Bengals, they are on the outside looking in. At 8-7 and in the bottom of the AFC South, this season didn't live up to the offseason hype due to so many factors. From injuries, an abysmal offense, and opportunities to bounce back not being taken advantage of, the Bengals will end the year with a lot of questions left unanswered.
Today, they hit the road to face the Kansas City Chiefs who haven't looked like the defending Super Bowl champions so far in December. They do indeed look beatable and it wouldn't even be shocking if the Joe Burrow-less Bengals pull an upset to shock the football world today.
It won't be easy since the Bengals are 3-4 when it comes to road games but considering they have nothing to lose, they could play spoiler for the Chiefs in front of their home crowd. As they say, it's any given Sunday, and even though the odds are stacked against the Bengals, never say never.
Date
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Time
4:25 PM ET
Where
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Weather
As per NFL Weather, at gametime it will be 35° F, partly cloudy, and winds at 10mph NW.
Cincinnati Bengals Week 17 Injuries
Wide Receiver Ja'Marr Chase (Shoulder) - Questionable
Cornerback Jalen Davis (Groin) - Questionable
Kansas City Chiefs Week 17 Injuries
Cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (Calf) - Questionable
Running Back
Isiah Pacheco (Concussion/Shoulder) - Questionable
Offensive Tackle Donovan Smith (Neck) - Out
Wide Receiver Kadarius Toney (Hip) - Out
Cornerback Joshua Williams (Neck) - Questionable
Running Back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (Illness) - Questionable
Channel
CBS
Radio
700WLW, ESPN 1530, and 102.7 WEBN
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Reddit has several threads that post gameday action as it happens where you can enjoy the game with other Bengals fans in realtime. The official NFL Subreddit is located at https://www.reddit.com/r/nfl/ and the Bengals Subreddit is located at https://www.reddit.com/r/bengals/.
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Ohio governor vetoes bill banning gender-affirming care for minors
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill Friday that would have banned gender-affirming care for minors. The bill would have also blocked transgender athletes from participating in girls' and womens' school and college sports.
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