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Plans for a San Jose urban village have shifted, after developers agreed to pay millions to offset their decision to build more affordable homes. The San Jose Planning Commission unanimously approved a downscaled plan for hundreds of apartments at the El Paseo de Saratoga shopping center Nov. 20 after developers agreed to pay $13.9 million in fees to offset building more affordable homes. Steve Lynch, planning director for developer Sand Hill Property Company, said the decision to cut more than 100 affordable homes from the proposed 772-apartment complex keeps the project financially feasible. It leaves 38 affordable apartments available for people earning the area median income, or $184,300 for a family of four. The proposed development includes a 12-story building with 398 homes and 14,139 square feet of commercial space, along with a 10-story building with 374 homes and 17,447 square feet of commercial space. Lynch said the finalized version of the El Paseo project will address the city’s housing needs and includes a 263-bed residential care and memory care facility, along with a Whole Foods grocery store to anchor the pedestrian-friendly, walkable retail space. “The project still meets all of the requirements of the urban village guidelines, and the key features of the project that were most important to the community are unchanged,” Lynch told San José Spotlight. “This includes the main street paseo, the new retail and restaurant spaces, Whole Foods and the public plaza open space. These are the most important aspects for the greater community.” Related Stories San Jose requires all residential developers to make 15% of homes in a project affordable under its inclusionary housing policy. Developers who want to avoid this, as Sand Hill opted to do, must pay an “in-lieu” fee per home under the 15% minimum requirement. Jeff Scott, spokesperson for the city housing department, said the collected in-lieu fees will be invested in future affordable housing projects. “This is a key component of the city’s strategy to foster an abundant housing stock,” he told San José Spotlight. “This strategy includes funding more affordable units to help transition individuals from interim housing to permanent housing and end unsheltered homelessness in the city.” Sand Hill officials told San José Spotlight the pivot to scaling back its projects in the West Valley is because of factors outside their control, including rapidly rising interest rates, costs of materials and project delays. Planning Commissioner Dilpreet Singh described the proposed design as futuristic with a modern look, and said housing is the best use of the land in a moment where the city is in a housing crisis. “This project was previously approved, but with the economic uncertainties it never took flight. I believe that specific piece of land is currently underutilized,” Singh told San José Spotlight. “This project makes for a better use of the land.” Alex Shoor, executive director of housing advocacy organization Catalyze SV , said his group supports the project moving forward. Ultimately, a multi-story mixed-use development is great for West San Jose, he said. While the project shaved off dozens of affordable homes, Shoor said the ones left are still a net benefit. He hopes to see more developments pursuing ambitious designs. “I still think San Jose suffers from a need for much more iconic, beautiful and enticing projects now,” Shoor told San José Spotlight. “The creativity we have in the tech sector doesn’t always transfer to the land use sector.” Contact Vicente Vera at [email protected] or follow @VicenteJVera on X, formerly known as Twitter.{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "NewsArticle", "dateCreated": "2024-12-05T23:36:22+02:00", "datePublished": "2024-12-05T23:36:22+02:00", "dateModified": "2024-12-05T23:38:26+02:00", "url": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/22386/sports/swimming/rwandan-trio-set-for-world-aquatics-championships", "headline": "Rwandan trio set for World Aquatics championships", "description": "Rwandan swimmers Cedric Niyibizi, Aragsan Mugabo and Isihaka Irankunda will compete at the forthcoming 2024 World Aquatics championships which will take...", "keywords": "World Aquatics,Swimming,Isihaka Irankunda", "inLanguage": "en", "mainEntityOfPage":{ "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/22386/sports/swimming/rwandan-trio-set-for-world-aquatics-championships" }, "thumbnailUrl": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2024/12/05/65720.jpg", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2024/12/05/65720.jpg" }, "articleBody": "Rwandan swimmers Cedric Niyibizi, Aragsan Mugabo and Isihaka Irankunda will compete at the forthcoming 2024 World Aquatics championships which will take place in Budapest, Hungary, from December 10-15. 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This latter response comes with the caveat that companies and HR leaders will need to adopt innovative strategies to address them. Andy Bradshaw, CEO of SHL tells Digital Journal what we can expect in the business world on the AI front. Skills: Enterprises Will Focus on Role Outcomes to See Skills Success Bradshaw observes, on the subject of skills: “The principle of focusing on skills for the future is fantastic—it’s simple and straightforward. But the reality is that implementing these ideas isn’t always as easy as it sounds.” To be effective, such skills need to be appropriately channelled. Here Bradshaw states: “Companies that aim to leverage skills effectively in 2025 will focus on mastering the requirements of specific functions or roles, gaining a deep understanding of the skills necessary for success.” Such information needs to be captured and processed, says Bradshaw: “Once these insights are incorporated into their learning and development strategies, they can confidently address other critical organizational roles.” AI: Culture of AI Will Become Priority No digital technology can be successfully incorporated without reforming the workplace culture. Emphasizing the importance, Bradshaw says: “Companies will begin to foster a culture where people feel comfortable leveraging AI for efficiency and customer service improvements without seeing it as a threat. Some will embrace this more readily than others, but to succeed, organizations must balance small-scale experimentation with building a broader, AI-ready culture. AI will become dominant in the workforce, so it’s essential to start learning in a controlled environment now.” Fall of the HR Tech Stack, Rise of the CHRO How well does HR interact with the board and what matters most as we think about entering 2025? Bradshaw recommends: “I’m hearing more and more from senior HR leaders about the challenges of integrating the various layers of their HR technology stack. The struggle to get these systems working seamlessly together is a real issue.” In terms of how artificial intelligence can assist, Bradshaw considers: “AI could help solve this by driving better data and insights, but it also requires HR to evolve. We need more HR tech specialists and analysts who can go beyond delivering raw data to provide actionable insights. It’s about understanding what the workforce looks like, identifying skill gaps, and aligning with the CEO’s vision. As a result, I think we’ll see the role of the CHRO elevated, with some even coming from business backgrounds, as HR becomes a key driver of business optimization and productivity.” Interview Intelligence: Structured Digital Interviews Will Be Key to Talent Acquisition Getting recruitment right is also essential. Bradshaw says:“We’re witnessing the emergence of digital interviewing as a pivotal solution in both talent acquisition and management. Every job, whether it’s a barista or a CEO, involves an interview process, yet most of these interviews are unstructured and often kept private, making them inefficient. The rise of virtual interviewing has made candidates more comfortable with online platforms, but it’s time to move toward a more structured approach that incorporates interview intelligence. By analyzing key metrics—like engagement and communication dynamics—we can enhance the experience for both candidates and organizations. Research indicates a strong demand for this transformation in structured digital interviews, which I believe will significantly improve hiring processes in the coming year.” Dr. Tim Sandle is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for science news.Tim specializes in science, technology, environmental, business, and health journalism. He is additionally a practising microbiologist; and an author. He is also interested in history, politics and current affairs.

Kyiv says fatalities among its soldiers since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022 have reached 43,000, a rare estimate much lower than a figure offered by President-elect Donald Trump. The toll was revealed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a statement on the social media platform X on Sunday, hours after Trump claimed that Ukraine’s had “lost” 400,000 soldiers. Still, it’s unclear if Trump was referring to wounded troops as well as those killed. Zelenskyy said there had been 370,000 cases of “medical assistance for the wounded” on the battlefield, including light or repeat injuries. About half of the Ukrainian soldiers wounded in action have later returned to service, he said. In a Truth Social post on Sunday, the morning after a meeting in Paris with Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump provided an estimate of casualties for both Ukrainian and Russian troops in the almost three-year old war. “Close to 600,000 Russian soldiers lay wounded or dead,” Trump said. Russia’s defense ministry doesn’t publish casualty estimates. Trump called for an “immediate ceasefire” followed by negotiations, adding that Zelenskyy “would like to make a deal” to end the war. While Ukraine’s government doesn’t deny it seeks peace, it has repeatedly stressed the necessity of obtaining meaningful guarantees from its allies, led by the U.S. “When we talk about an effective peace with Russia, we should first of all talk about effective guarantees of peace,” Zelenskyy said in Sunday’s X post. The war “cannot simply end with a piece of paper and a few signatures,” Zelenskyy said. “A ceasefire without guarantees can be reignited at any moment.” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also responded to Trump’s social media post, repeating Moscow’s message that it’s open to talks but referring to “conditions” outlined in July by Putin. That included “taking account the realities emerging ‘on the ground,” Peskov said, at a time Russian forces have been making steady advances through parts of eastern Ukraine. The updated fatality estimate from Zelenskyy implies that about 12,000 service members have died since February, when Ukraine’s leader officially estimated the death toll at 31,000. In an interview with Japan’s Kyodo News published on Dec. 1, Zelenskyy denied reports that as many as 80,000 Ukrainian soldiers had been killed. The Wall Street Journal reported the figure in September, citing sources it didn’t identify. Meanwhile, the U.S. Defense Department announced Saturday that it is committing an additional $988 million to help Ukraine in the Russian invasion, including munitions for rocket systems and unmanned aerial systems. The aid by President Joe Biden’s administration is meant “to ensure Ukraine has the tools it needs to prevail in its fight against Russian aggression,” the Pentagon said in a statement. It’s the administration’s 22nd package of security assistance to Ukraine.MALAGA, Spain (AP) — No. 1-ranked Jannik Sinner won matches in singles and doubles to lead defending champion Italy to a 2-1 comeback victory over Argentina on Thursday, earning a return trip to the Davis Cup semifinals. “I’m here trying to do the best I can in the singles,” Sinner said. “If they put me on the court in doubles, I’ll also try my best.” On Saturday, Italy will face Australia in a rematch of last year's final, but this time it will only be for a chance to play for the championship. Australia eliminated the U.S. 2-1 earlier Thursday to reach the final four at the team competition for the third consecutive year. The other semifinal, to be contested Friday, is the Netherlands against Germany. The Dutch got past Rafael Nadal and Spain in the quarterfinals earlier in the week, sending the 22-time Grand Slam champion into retirement. Italy fell behind 1-0 in the quarterfinals when Argentina’s Francisco Cerúndolo defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 6-1 on an indoor hard court at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martina Carpena in southern Spain. But then in stepped Sinner, whose season already includes two Grand Slam trophies — at the Australian Open and U.S. Open — plus the title at the ATP Finals last weekend in Turin, Italy. First he overwhelmed Sebastián Báez 6-2, 6-1. Then Sinner teamed with 2021 Wimbledon runner-up Matteo Berrettini in the deciding doubles match to win 6-4, 7-5 against Andres Molteni and Maximo Gonzalez. “He carried me today,” Sinner said about Berrettini. After arriving late to Malaga from Turin, Sinner did not get a chance to practice on the Davis Cup competition court before taking on Báez and stretching his streak to 22 sets won in a row. “In three minutes, he was perfectly comfortable on court,” Italy captain Filippo Volandri said. “He’s a special one.” Volandri swapped out his original doubles team, Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori, for Sinner and Berrettini, and the change paid dividends. Australia, the Davis Cup runner-up the last two years, advanced when Matt Ebden and Jordan Thompson beat the surprise, last-minute American pairing of Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-4 in that quarterfinal's deciding doubles match. The Shelton-Paul substitution for Paris Olympics silver medalists Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram was announced about 15 minutes before the doubles match began. Ebden and John Peers beat Krajicek and Ram in the Summer Games final in August. The Australians broke once in each set of the doubles. In the second, they stole one of Shelton’s service games on the fourth break opportunity when Ebden’s overhead smash made it 5-4. Thompson then served out the victory, closing it with a service winner before chest-bumping Ebden. The 21st-ranked Shelton made his Davis Cup debut earlier Thursday in singles against 77th-ranked Thanasi Kokkinakis, who emerged from a tight-as-can-be tiebreaker by saving four match points and eventually converting his seventh to win 6-1, 4-6, 7-6 (14). No. 4 Taylor Fritz , the U.S. Open runner-up, then pulled the Americans even with a far more straightforward victory over No. 9 Alex de Minaur , 6-3, 6-4. When their match finally ended, on a backhand by Shelton that landed long, Kokkinakis dropped onto his back and pounded his chest. After he rose, he threw a ball into the stands, then walked over to Australia’s sideline, spiked his racket and yelled, before hugging captain Lleyton Hewitt. “I don’t know if I’ve been that pumped up in my life. I wanted that for my team,” said Kokkinakis, who won the 2022 Australian Open men’s doubles title with Nick Kyrgios. “It could have gone either way, but I kept my nerve.” AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis

The NFC North is a collective of juggernauts, with three different teams entering Week 14 with at least nine wins, all of them on track to reach the playoffs. On Thursday night, two of them will square off in a prime-time showdown that could shake up the entire divisional race, with the Detroit Lions due to play host to the Green Bay Packers one month after the two clashed at Lambeau Field. At 11-1, Detroit is in pole position to claim this year's top seed in the NFC playoff picture, boasting the top-scoring offense in football. The Packers are no slouches, however, winning seven of their last eight thanks to their own top-five attack, plus an opportunistic defense that ranks fifth in takeaways. With a win Thursday, Green Bay would advance to 10-3, pulling within a half-game of the rival Minnesota Vikings . The Lions got the best of this matchup in November, when Jared Goff and Co. weathered the Wisconsin cold to claim a 24-14 decision. Can Love pull off his own road victory? Either way, this one's must-see material. So how can you tune in? Which players could be X factors? And who's primed to walk away with the crucial win? Here's our preview and sports betting prediction: Lions vs. Packers where to watch Date: Thursday, Dec. 5 | Time: 8:15 p.m. ET Location: Ford Field (Detroit) Stream: Prime Video Follow: CBS Sports App Odds: Lions -3.5, O/U 51.5 ( FanDuel Sportsbook ) Check out the latest FanDuel promo to get in the game. Key matchups Lions RB David Montgomery vs. Packers LB Eric Wilson : Second-year speedster Jahmyr Gibbs is the home run hitter of Detroit's backfield, but Montgomery is the tone-setter, leading the club with 47 first downs on the ground. With rookie Edgerrin Cooper banged up at the heart of Green Bay's linebacker corps, Wilson has stepped up with seven tackles for loss on the season. He could be chiefly responsible for plugging the gaps to contain Detroit's fourth-ranked rushing attack. Packers WR Christian Watson vs. Lions CB Terrion Arnold : While Jayden Reed headlines the Packers' deep receiving corps, Watson is the unit's top field-stretcher, averaging more than 30 yards per reception in a couple of recent big-play breakouts. Arnold, meanwhile, is still getting acclimated as an NFL cover man, fresh off a return from injury. Their matchup on the outside could help determine how much Jordan Love actually airs it out under the lights. Lions WR Jameson Williams vs. Packers CB Keisean Nixon : If Watson is the Packers' big-play threat out wide, then Williams serves a similar purpose in Detroit, offering electrifying downfield juice to Amon-Ra St. Brown's high-volume work. After back-to-back games with relatively quiet numbers, he could have a chance to break out against Nixon, who's in his first year working heavily on the outside but has stayed around the ball with four pass breakups and four tackles for loss. Burning questions Lions: Can Detroit control the ball? The Lions are a machine on offense, but their production dips significantly if they turn the ball over just once; they're averaging just 23.7 points per game when they lose possession versus a whopping 40.2 when they are turnover-free. The Packers, meanwhile, are ballhawks, with 23 takeaways on the year. If Goff is under more pressure due to an injury to left tackle Taylor Decker , Green Bay could be even better positioned to pry one loose. Packers: Can they take advantage of Detroit's secondary? Their last time together, Love completed just 59% of his throws, failing to reach the end zone through the air. While the Lions are a top-two scoring defense, they surrender the eighth-most passing yards of any team, and veteran corner Carlton Davis is set to play through injury on the perimeter. Even with injuries of their own up front, the Packers should be able to push the ball downfield. The challenge will be parlaying that into points. Prediction For several stretches this season, the Lions have looked like the closest thing to an unbeatable contender. That was certainly the case the last time these rivals met, when Goff shed the notion he can't win big-time matchups away from the cozy confines of Ford Field. This time, Detroit should benefit even more from hosting on its own turf, especially against a Packers front that ranks just 25th in pressure rate. We'd expect Matt LaFleur's offense to make more noise, even with the O-line battling injuries, but given that both clubs are coming off post-Thanksgiving rest, the across-the-board edge still goes to Motown. Don't be stunned if this baby comes down to a Jake Bates field goal. Pick: Lions 27, Packers 26 Bonus: SportsLine guru R.J. White, who is on a 73-31-2 roll on Packers games, has released his best bets for the Week 14 Packers vs. Lions "TNF" matchup. White is leaning Over on the total, but who is he backing to cover? Find out right here at SportsLine .These ten Mid-cap stocks were the best performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio? Nebius Group N.V. NBIS shares rocketed 67.21% after Citron Research highlighted the company's potential to become the next artificial intelligence sensation on Wall Street . SoundHound AI, Inc. SOUN stock jumped 61.22% after the company announced the deployment of its voice AI Smart Ordering system at all 130 Torchy's Tacos locations . Bitdeer Technologies Group BTDR stock escalated 47.23%. The company announced a Bitcoin BTC/USD production and operations update . Analysts raised the price forecast on the stock . Asana, Inc. ASAN rose 44.94% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results and several analysts boosted the price forecast on the stock. Janux Therapeutics, Inc. JANX stock upped 43.75% after the company announced updated interim clinical data for its JANX007 program in prostate cancer . Analysts raised the price forecast on the stock . NovoCure Limited NVCR stock rose 39.52% after the company announced its Phase 3 PANOVA-Trial met its primary endpoint and demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in its median overall survival rate . Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited KC stock was up 38.27%. Victorias Secret & Co. VSCO stock jumped 23.64% after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results . Analysts raised the price forecast on the stock . Zeta Global Holdings Corp. ZETA stock grew 22.91% last week after the company announced a 108% year-over-year usage increase for its marketing platform from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday . Five Below, Inc. FIVE gained 21.61% after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results and several analysts boosted the price forecast on the stock. Photo: Courtesy Victoria’s Secret © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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POND INLET , NT , Nov. 21, 2024 /CNW/ - Partnering with Indigenous Peoples, communities and businesses is critical to building inclusive, sustainable and resilient natural resource sectors in Canada . Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a $2.1-million investment under the Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships (INRP) program to the Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) for an Inuit-led project in Nunavut . Results of the project will include: QIA will purchase heavy equipment simulators dedicated to the Pond Inlet Research and Training Centre. Inuit Nunavummiut will be able to receive vital training in their home territory. Systemic barriers to Inuit participation in the natural resource economy will be reduced. Meaningful partnerships and engagement in the critical minerals sector will be advanced. The Government of Canada remains committed to advancing meaningful partnerships with Indigenous Peoples and enabling the development of innovative natural resource projects that will produce benefits for generations to come. Quote "Today's investment is about fostering Inuit mining expertise to create more jobs and drive economic growth in ways that advance economic reconciliation. It is our priority to enable the full participation of Indigenous partners in the development of a natural resource economy on our way to a clean energy future — a future where all communities can take advantage of technologies that reduce costs and provide job opportunities in vitally important industries." The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Quick Facts Mineral exploration and mining are among the largest private sector industries in Nunavut , accounting for 41.23 percent of the gross domestic product in 2021. In 2022, Nunavut was responsible for eight percent of total iron ore production in Canada . Budget 2022 allocated $80 million over five years, starting in 2022–23, to renew and expand the INRP program to all natural resource sectors and all regions of Canada . The expanded program provides targeted funding to Indigenous communities across Canada to build the capacity and establish the partnerships necessary to secure economic opportunities from natural resource projects and become equal partners in Canada's net-zero transition. The QIA is a Designated Inuit Organization under the Nunavut Agreement (Nunavut Land Claims Agreement). QIA is a regional Inuit organization representing the 13 Inuit communities in the Qikiqtani Region of Nunavut . Key to its mandate is the implementation of Inuit-led and Inuit-driven solutions for the betterment of the Qikiqtani Region. QIA aims to strengthen the benefits of Nunavut's mining industry by establishing educational facilities and training that will see an increased percentage of Nunavut Inuit youth hired in positions relating to critical minerals exploration, operations, research and monitoring. Related Information Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships Critical minerals in Canada Iron ore facts Follow us on LinkedIn SOURCE Natural Resources Canada View original content: http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/November2024/21/c4303.html © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) said on Sunday that the party will soon take a decision regarding action against its deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna for his remarks against ally, the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu, while sharing a dais with actor-politician Vijay. Arjuna and Vijay on Friday attended the launch of a book on BR Ambedkar, while VCK founder-chief Thol Thirumavalavan decided to give the event a miss. Thirumavalavan said that the party held a meeting on Sunday to discuss Arjuna’s speech. “Senior leaders believe his act at the event affects our party. In a day or two, we will announce our decision regarding that... I am clear that it is not appropriate to speak against our alliance partner,” he added. At the event, Arjuna said that chief ministers must be elected by the people and it should not be a position that comes by birth in an apparent reference to late chief minister M Karunanidhi’s son MK Stalin being the current chief minister and his son Udhayanidhi being the deputy chief minister. “Monarchy exists here,” Arjuna said on Friday. “Dynasty politics must be abolished in 2026 (assembly elections).” Thirumavalavan was originally slated to take part in the launch of the book Ambedkar: Leader for AlI, co-published by Vikatan and Arjuna’s political strategy firm Voice of Commons, on Ambedkar’s death anniversary. However, the VCK chief pulled out of the event after organisers invited Vijay. The TVK chief took a jibe at the VCK leader on Friday, saying that he skipped the event due to “alliance pressure”. “VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan could not attend the function today. I can sense the extent of alliance pressure that has prevented him from attending this function on Ambedkar’s book launch,” the actor-politician said at the event. Thirumavalavan denied the allegation, saying that he was not under any pressure. He further said that the opposition was trying to dismantle the ruling alliance, led by the DMK. VCK is also part of the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc at the national level. “We have no necessity to join any new alliance. Our alliance with the DMK is strong,” the VCK MP reiterated.World's oldest known bird lays egg at the age of 74TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Sam Lewis' 18 points helped Toledo defeat Defiance 111-49 on Saturday. Lewis also had five rebounds for the Rockets (6-3). Javan Simmons scored 16 points while shooting 8 of 9 from the field and 0 for 3 from the line and added eight rebounds. Sonny Wilson finished 7 of 10 from the field to finish with 16 points. Jalen Brown finished with 12 points for the Yellow Jackets. Connor Bush added eight points for Defiance. Donovan Stone finished with eight points. Toledo took the lead with 19:42 remaining in the first half and did not relinquish it. The score was 55-23 at halftime, with Simmons racking up 14 points. Toledo extended its lead to 90-34 during the second half, fueled by a 16-3 scoring run. Grgur Brcic scored a team-high 10 points in the second half as their team closed out the win. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Don't brine your turkey in the lake, park tells Americans

MINUTE WITH MITCH | Chiefs vs Raiders on Black FridayROSEN, NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS, Encourages Light & Wonder, Inc. Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation – LNWBy Aaron Webb As the 2024 season draws to a close, Oshae Baker has firmly cemented his legacy as one of the most accomplished and versatile players in the University of Tennessee at Martin football history. With a Playoff game against New Hampshire on the horizon, Baker has already made an indelible impact on the Skyhawks’ program, showcasing unmatched talent, leadership, and playmaking ability. Baker’s career at UTM began with a bang in 2021, when he was named Phil Steele FCS Freshman All-American and earned Phil Steele All-OVC third-team honors. As a freshman, Baker played a pivotal role in helping UTM secure the OVC Championship and a spot in the NCAA Division I playoffs. He compiled 68 total tackles, four interceptions, 2.0 sacks, and nine pass breakups, quickly establishing himself as one of the top young defenders in the country. In 2022, Baker continued to elevate his game, earning All-OVC second-team honors as a kick returner and Phil Steele All-OVC fourth-team honors as a defensive back. His 46 tackles, eight pass breakups, and 5.0 tackles for loss highlighted his all-around ability. One of his most memorable plays came with a 41-yard interception return for a touchdown against Lindenwood, adding a spark to the Skyhawks' defense. However, it was in 2023 that Baker truly cemented his place as a Skyhawk legend. That year, he earned Big South-OVC Football Association first-team, Phil Steele All-Conference first-team, and FCS Football Central All-Conference first-team honors. Baker’s impact on the field was undeniable: he totaled 49 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 11 passes defended, and an interception. His performance helped lead UTM to its inaugural Big South-OVC Football Association championship. In addition, he was ranked fourth in the league with 11 passes defended and fifth in punt return average (5.4 yards per return). He also contributed two quarterback hurries and forced a fumble, showcasing his all-around game. Baker’s playmaking ability extended beyond defense. As a return specialist, he averaged 5.4 yards per punt return, including a season-long 25-yard return against Charleston Southern. His knack for flipping field position and setting up his offense was a critical component of the Skyhawks’ success. Heading into his final career game against New Hampshire, Baker’s legacy is already secure. He has been named to the Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List for 2024 and earned Preseason All-American honors. His selection to Phil Steele’s Preseason All-OVC second team and his ranking as the 5th best returning FCS corner by HERO Sports are further testaments to his dominance on the field. Throughout his career, Baker has not only excelled individually but also helped elevate UTM football to new heights. His leadership, both on and off the field, has been invaluable to the program. As a senior, he continues to serve as a mentor and role model for his teammates, setting the standard for excellence and work ethic and has led the Skyhawks to four conference championships. Baker’s impact extends beyond the football field. A standout at Seminole High School, he earned ESPN Orlando Special Teams "Dude" of the Year honors, and his impressive high school career paved the way for his success at UTM. Over the past four years, he has proved himself as one of the most well-rounded and accomplished players in FCS football, excelling in multiple roles and earning countless accolades. In summary, Oshae Baker leaves behind an incredible legacy at UTM. His achievements—ranging from Freshman All-American honors to multiple All-Conference selections, including his first-team nods in 2023—underscore his dominance and versatility as a defensive back and return specialist. As he prepares for his final game against New Hampshire, Baker’s place in UTM football history is already secure, and his impact will be felt for years to come. © Saul Young/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORKHarrison Butker injury update: When will Chiefs kicker return from IR?

K.Griffin 3-9 1-1 7, Williams-Dryden 6-12 7-9 19, Davis 3-12 1-1 7, M.Griffin 1-2 0-0 2, Johnson 2-6 1-4 5, Hardewig 1-5 0-0 2, Noel 1-6 0-0 2, Watson 6-8 1-1 14, Ballard 1-3 0-0 3, Releford 0-2 0-0 0. Totals 24-65 11-16 61. Feddersen 6-8 2-4 17, Moni 2-10 0-0 6, M.Miller 5-9 0-0 15, Watkins 4-5 3-3 14, White 3-12 5-5 12, Dissette 0-0 2-2 2, Kasubke 2-5 0-0 5, Stefonowicz 0-1 2-2 2, Anderson 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 22-50 14-16 73. Halftime_N. Dakota St. 33-32. 3-Point Goals_West Georgia 2-18 (Ballard 1-2, Watson 1-2, Noel 0-2, Davis 0-3, K.Griffin 0-3, Hardewig 0-3, Johnson 0-3), N. Dakota St. 15-37 (M.Miller 5-9, Feddersen 3-4, Watkins 3-4, Moni 2-7, Kasubke 1-3, White 1-9, Stefonowicz 0-1). Rebounds_West Georgia 28 (Williams-Dryden 8), N. Dakota St. 41 (Feddersen 9). Assists_West Georgia 6 (Hardewig, Noel 2), N. Dakota St. 15 (Moni, Watkins 4). Total Fouls_West Georgia 13, N. Dakota St. 17. A_123 (4,974).

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WASHINGTON -- President Joe Biden said Sunday that the sudden collapse of the Syrian government under Bashar Assad is a "fundamental act of justice" after decades of repression, but it was "a moment of risk and uncertainty" for the Mideast. Biden spoke at the White House hours after after rebel groups completed a takeover of the country after more than a dozen years of violent civil war and decades of leadership by Assad and his family. Biden said the United States was unsure of Assad's whereabouts, but was monitoring reports he was seeking refuge in Moscow. The outgoing Biden administration and President-elect Donald Trump were working to make sense of new threats and opportunities across the Middle East. Biden credited action by the U.S. and its allies for weakening Syria's backers - Russia, Iran and Hezbollah. He said "for the first time" that they could no longer defend Assad's grip on power. "Our approach has shifted the balance of power in the Middle East," Biden said, after a meeting with his national security team at the White House. Trump said Sunday that Assad had fled his country, which his family had ruled for decades, because close ally Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, "was not interested in protecting him any longer." Those comments on Trump's social media platform came a day after he used another post to decry the possibility of the U.S. intervening militarily in Syria to aid the rebels, declaring, "THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT." The Biden administration had no intention of intervening, according to President Joe Biden's national security adviser. The U.S has about 900 troops in Syria, including forces working with Kurdish allies in the opposition-held northeast to prevent any resurgence of the Islamic State group. Biden said he intended those for troops to remain, adding that U.S. forces on Sunday conducted "dozens" of what he called "precision air strikes" on Islamic State camps and operations in Syria. The Syrian opposition that brought down Assad is led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. The Biden administration has designated the group as a terrorist organization and says it has links to al-Qaida, although Hayat Tahrir al-Sham says it has since broken ties with al-Qaida. "We will remain vigilant," Biden said. "Make no mistake, some of the rebel groups that took down Assad have their own grim record of terrorism and human rights abuses." He added that the groups are "saying the right things now." "But as they take on greater responsibility, we will assess not just their words, but their actions," Biden said. Assad's fall adds to an already tense situation throughout much of region on many fronts, including Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza and its fragile cease-fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Trump, who takes office Jan. 20, 2025, made a connection between the upheaval in Syria and Russia's war in Ukraine, noting that Assad's allies in Moscow, as well as in Iran, the main sponsor of Hamas and Hezbollah, "are in a weakened state right now." Vice President-elect JD Vance, a veteran of the U.S.-led war in Iraq, wrote on own social media Sunday to express skepticism about the insurgents. "Many of 'the rebels' are a literal offshoot of ISIS. One can hope they've moderated. Time will tell," he said, using another acronym for the group. Trump has suggested that Assad's ouster can advance the prospects for an end to fighting in Ukraine, which was invaded by Russia in February 2022. Trump wrote that Putin's government "lost all interest in Syria because of Ukraine" and the Republican called for an immediate cease-fire, a day after meeting in Paris with the French and Ukrainian leaders. Daniel B. Shapiro, a deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Middle East, said the American military presence will continue in eastern Syria but was "solely to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS and has nothing to do with other aspects of this conflict." "We call on all parties in Syria to protect civilians, particularly those from Syria's minority communities to respect international military norms and to work to achieve a resolution to include the political settlement," Shapiro said. "Multiple actors in this conflict have a terrible track record to include Assad's horrific crimes, Russia's indiscriminate aerial bomb bombardment, Iranian-back militia involvement and the atrocities of ISIS," he added. Shapiro, however, was careful not to directly say Assad had been deposed by the insurgents. "If confirmed, no one should shed any tears over the Assad regime," he said. As they pushed toward the Syrian capital of Damascus, the opposition freed political detainees from government prisons. The family of missing U.S. journalist Austin Tice renewed calls to find him. "To everyone in Syria that hears this, please remind people that we're waiting for Austin," Tice's mother, Debra, said in comments that hostage advocacy groups spread on social media. "We know that when he comes out, he's going to be fairly dazed & he's going to need lots of care & direction. Direct him to his family please!" Tice disappeared in 2012 outside Damascus, amid intensification of what became a civil war stretching more than a decade. We've remained committed to returning him to his family," Biden said at the White House. "We believe he's alive, we think we can get him back but we have no direct evidence to that yet. And Assad should be held accountable." The president added: "We have to identify where he is." ___ Associated Press writer Jon Gambrell in Manama, Bahrain, and AP White House Correspondent Zeke Miller contributed to this report.

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