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Hicks 6-9 1-1 16, Konan Niederhauser 4-6 4-7 12, Baldwin 2-8 8-8 12, Dilione 3-6 0-2 6, P.Johnson 5-8 3-4 15, Kern 9-12 2-5 20, Nzeh 1-2 1-1 3, Dunn 0-4 0-0 0, Carter 0-2 0-2 0, Stewart 0-0 1-2 1. Totals 30-57 20-32 85. Dean 5-10 1-2 13, Tsimbila 0-0 0-0 0, J.Johnson 5-11 5-6 15, Medor 3-6 1-2 8, Richardson 0-2 0-0 0, Rivera 7-12 1-5 15, Tripp 5-9 2-2 13, Smith 0-1 0-2 0, Riley 0-1 0-1 0, Pettis 0-1 0-0 0, Zona 1-1 0-0 2. Totals 26-54 10-20 66. Halftime_Penn St. 42-34. 3-Point Goals_Penn St. 5-14 (Hicks 3-5, P.Johnson 2-3, Carter 0-1, Dilione 0-1, Dunn 0-1, Kern 0-1, Baldwin 0-2), Fordham 4-18 (Dean 2-5, Tripp 1-1, Medor 1-2, Pettis 0-1, Smith 0-1, Richardson 0-2, Rivera 0-2, J.Johnson 0-4). Fouled Out_Tsimbila. Rebounds_Penn St. 37 (Kern 13), Fordham 27 (Dean 9). Assists_Penn St. 13 (Baldwin 7), Fordham 16 (Medor, Richardson, Tripp 3). Total Fouls_Penn St. 19, Fordham 24.
Members of the Adanfo Ensemble perform. The 34th Annual Syracuse University Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at the Carrier Dome, January 27, 2019, Michael Greenlar | mgreenlar@syracuse.com Michael Greenlar | mgreenlar@syr Maggie Hicks | mhicks@syracuse.com Syracuse, N.Y. -- Smith College’s president and the daughter of a prominent Syracuse University graduate will speak at SU’s 40th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration next month. Sarah Willie-LeBreton, who will speak at the celebration on Jan. 26 in the JMA Wireless Dome, is the 12th president of Smith College. She is also the daughter of Charles Willie, who was the first Black full-time professor, department chair and vice president at SU. Willie-LeBreton specializes in sociology, social inequity, race and ethnicity. She was appointed president of Smith College last year. She also taught at Colby College, Bard College and Swarthmore College, where she was the coordinator of the Black studies program and chair of the sociology and anthropology department. “We are honored to welcome President Sarah Willie-LeBreton as our featured speaker for this historic 40th anniversary celebration,” said Brian Konkol, vice president and dean of Hendricks Chapel at SU, in a university news release. “Through her remarkable impact built through years of dedicated service, President Willie-LeBreton honors her father’s legacy by creating a legacy of her own, and she inspires us all to spark and sustain a better world.” SU’s MLK celebration includes speakers and performances to commemorate King’s legacy. In years past, it has featured remarks from well-known academics and advocates, including King’s oldest son, Martin Luther King III. The university will also honor the winners of this year’s Unsung Hero Award , which is given to people in the university and surrounding community who “have embodied the spirit of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” Tickets are $40 for SU faculty and staff as well as the general public. They are $20 for university students. Maggie Hicks covers education, including the Syracuse City School District and Syracuse University. She can be reached at mhicks@syracuse.com or follow her on X @maggie_hickss .Man accused in burning death of a woman on New York subway appears in court
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'People got to be safe:' Manitoba premier responds to fatal police shootingOpinion editor’s note: Strib Voices publishes a mix of material from 11 contributing columnists , along with other commentary online and in print each day. To contribute, click here . ••• Thanksgiving has always been a time to gather around the table, share a hearty meal, and express gratitude with loved ones. Yet in recent years, the holiday can sometimes feel more like navigating a minefield of political debates and family tensions, especially after a divisive election season. So how can we transform this cherished tradition back into a harmonious celebration? One unconventional ingredient might just do the trick: cannabis. Cannabis has long been recognized for its calming properties. With recent legalization, it’s now legal in Minnesota and many other states, and is more socially accepted. Mindfully incorporating cannabis into your Thanksgiving festivities — through infused recipes, pre-meal edibles or discreet tinctures — can help create a more mellow atmosphere, potentially easing the stress that often accompanies large family gatherings. The cannabis plant’s active compounds, CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), work synergistically to promote relaxation in unique ways. CBD is non-psychoactive and known for its calming effects, making it ideal for those who want to manage anxiety without feeling “high.” THC, on the other hand, provides a mild euphoria and can enhance sensory experiences, making shared moments feel more enjoyable and connected. Cannabis can also enhance the sensory delights of the holiday. Flavors, smells, and laughter all become richer, transforming the meal into an immersive experience. When thoughtfully dosed and responsibly shared, cannabis can remind everyone of the true essence of Thanksgiving: gratitude, connection and joy. Cooking with cannabis doesn’t mean just tossing it into any dish. It requires a thoughtful approach to flavors and effects. From infused butters and oils to delicate desserts, cannabis can elevate the culinary experience when used responsibly. Imagine a pumpkin pie with a subtle hint of cannabis-infused spice or a savory gravy that not only delights the palate but also soothes the soul. From canna-cranberry Brie bites to infused pecan pie bars, here are some of my favorite cannabis-infused recipes for Thanksgiving. Bridging generational and political divisions Introducing cannabis into the Thanksgiving menu might also open doors for intergenerational conversations. For older family members who remember the stigma surrounding cannabis, this could be an opportunity to discuss its evolving legal status and medicinal benefits. Such dialogues can foster understanding and perhaps even dispel long-held misconceptions. Cannabis has been a central topic of discussion in my family for years, especially since I earned a Ph.D. in cannabis molecular genetics and genomics and started working in the hemp industry. All of the younger adults in our family openly consume cannabis, embracing it as a way to relax, enhance social connections or manage holiday stress. Interestingly, some members of the older generation have also started exploring cannabis, often for medicinal purposes. This shared interest across generations has sparked meaningful conversations and even served as common ground during family gatherings, bridging generational divides. When it comes to politics, family members might find themselves on opposite ends of the political spectrum. After a polarizing election, cannabis could serve as a neutral ground — a shared experience that shifts focus away from divisive and contentious topics to more lighthearted or reflective moments. Its ability to promote relaxation can also help lower emotional defenses and reduce the intensity of disagreements. Ultimately, the goal is to focus on what truly matters: togetherness, love and understanding. While cannabis alone won’t resolve deep-seated differences, it can act as a catalyst for a more peaceful and enjoyable post-election season. By prioritizing relaxation and goodwill, families have an opportunity to nurture bonds and celebrate their commonalities rather than dwelling on divisions. Mindful consumption It’s important to approach this idea with caution and respect for all guests. Not everyone may be comfortable with cannabis and dietary preferences vary. Clearly label any cannabis-infused dishes and offer plenty of non-infused options as well. Open communication is essential — inform your guests ahead of time so they can make informed choices. When it comes down to deciding how much to consume, here are some guidelines to consider: 1-2.5 mg THC: This is ideal for those new to cannabis or those looking for a mild, relaxing effect without getting too high. This dosage is great for a light, social buzz during the holiday meal. 2.5-10 mg THC: This range is suitable for moderate users who want stronger effects like enhanced euphoria, creativity or pain relief. It’s perfect for those who want to fully enjoy the festive spirit. 10-20 mg THC: For more experienced users, this dosage provides potent effects that could include deep relaxation and heightened sensory experiences, perfect for unwinding after a big meal. 20-50 mg THC: This high dosage is for seasoned cannabis users. It can induce intense euphoria, mood elevation and deep relaxation, but it also comes with a higher risk of anxiety or paranoia. These doses may be suitable for experienced users, but can cause discomfort if you are unaccustomed to THC. 50-100+ mg THC: These doses are considered high and can lead to significant psychoactive effects, including deep euphoria, altered perception of time, and strong physical relaxation. However, such doses can also be overwhelming, especially for novices. As always, start with a low dose and wait at least two hours before taking more to avoid overconsumption, especially when enjoying cannabis-infused dishes at a family gathering. If someone consumes too much THC and starts feeling overwhelmed, CBD (cannabidiol) can help counteract the effects. CBD has calming properties that can reduce THC-induced anxiety, helping bring someone back to a comfortable state. The idea of “Danksgiving” started out as a playful twist on Thanksgiving where people incorporate cannabis into their holiday celebrations. Over time, though, the concept has evolved beyond Thanksgiving to become a broader celebration of gratitude, community and cannabis, no matter the time of year. My friend Jerry Collins, the owner of Big Dream Organics in Albert Lea, has an exciting plan for Thanksgiving this year. He’s preparing two smaller turkeys to cater to his guests’ preferences. One turkey will be cooked using one of my products, Doctor Dabs Cajun THC seasoning, offering a unique, flavorful twist for those who partake, while the other will be prepared traditionally for underage guests or those who prefer non-infused dishes. He is also making a signature seasoned sour cream using Doctor Dabs Southwest Chile THC Seasoning, which promises to be a hit as a savory and infused dip or condiment. With these creative dishes, Jerry is ensuring that everyone at the table, whether they’re seeking traditional comfort or an adventurous culinary experience, will have a memorable Thanksgiving celebration.Bengals keep confidence and playoff hopes high as they head for a showdown with Pittsburgh
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Justin Jefferson might be weary of all the safeties shadowing his every route, determined not to let the Minnesota Vikings go deep, but he's hardly angry. The double and triple coverage he continually faces, after all, is a sign of immense respect for his game-breaking ability. The strategy also simply makes sense. “I would do the same," Jefferson said. "It’s either let everybody else go off or let Justin go off. I’m going to let everybody else go off. That would be my game plan.” When the Vikings visit Chicago on Sunday, they're expecting the usual heavy dose of split-safety coverage designed to put a lid on the passing attack and force them to operate primarily underneath. “We see that every week: Teams just have different tendencies on film, and then when we go out on the field they play us totally different,” Jefferson said, later adding: “I don’t really feel like anyone else is getting played how I’m getting played.” Jefferson nonetheless is second in the NFL in receiving yards (912) behind Cincinnati's Ja'Marr Chase, his former college teammate at LSU. Last week, Jefferson set yet another all-time record by passing Torry Holt for the most receiving yards over the first five seasons of a career. Holt logged 80 regular-season games and accumulated 6,784 yards for St. Louis. Jefferson has 6,811 yards — in just 70 games. “I want to go up against those single coverages. I want to go have my opportunities to catch a deep pass downfield, just one-on-one coverage, like a lot of these other receivers get," Jefferson said. "It’s definitely difficult going up against an extra person or an extra two people, but it is what it is and the concepts that we’re drawing up and the ways that we’re trying to get me open, it definitely helps.” With fellow tight end Josh Oliver ruled out of the game on Sunday because of a sprained ankle, T.J. Hockenson is certain to have his heaviest workload since returning from knee surgery four weeks ago. He's also certain that Jefferson will continue to see persistent double-teams. “It puts it on us to make some plays and do some things to get them out of that,” Hockenson said. Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell has been forced to dig deeper into the vault of play designs and game plans to help keep quarterback Sam Darnold and the offense on track. O'Connell said after Minnesota's 12-7 win at Jacksonville, when Darnold threw three interceptions to precipitate a safer strategy down the stretch, that he superseded his play-calling role with the wisdom of a head coach to help win that game. "Not just the egomaniac of wanting to score points and constantly show everybody how smart we are. There was a mode that I think you have to go into sometimes to ensure a victory,” O'Connell said on his weekly show on KFAN radio. Taking what the defense gives is usually the shrewdest strategy. “You’ve got to really implement some new things and some things that maybe you didn’t come across during your early coaching years whether as a coordinator or position coach or even when you’re responsible for a small area of the game plan as a younger coach," O'Connell said. "You really have to kind of look outside the lens of always what you see on tape.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLAn average of 140 women and girls were killed by a partner or relative per day in 2023, the UN says
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMCB) Announces Retirement of the Chief Administrative Officer and Appointment of New Chief Administrative OfficerSÃO PAULO , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigma Lithium Corporation (TSXV/NASDAQ: SGML, BVMF: S2GM34) (" Sigma Lithium " or the " Company "), a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicles with carbon-neutral, socially and environmentally sustainable lithium concentrate, announces that it is in the process of loading 27,500 tonnes of its already produced Quintuple Zero Green Lithium for shipment from the Port of Vitoria to IRH Global Trading LTD in Abu Dhabi , demonstrating its increased operational excellence and its ability to meet both operational and sales targets. The provisional price (6% Li 2 O, CIF China) for this shipment is set at 8.25% of the battery-grade lithium carbonate price quoted on the Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) as of the shipment date. Sigma Lithium's operational and shipping consistency highlights the Company's robust production capabilities following the successful implementation of several efficiency initiatives at the Greentech Industrial Plant during the four-day annual maintenance shutdown in November. During this month we achieved continuous production of over 850 tonnes per day of lithium oxide for several consecutive days, reaching peak days of 900 tonnes per day, demonstrating the enhanced production capabilities of the Greentech Industrial Plant. As a result, the annualized production run rate reached full capacity of 270,000 tonnes and the Company expects to maintain this annualized production level going forward. " Our ability to maintain a consistent monthly shipment cadence is a clear reflection of our operational excellence, and reliability as a mature producer. It also highlights the stability we have achieved in the use of our proprietary dense media separation technology to produce lithium oxide at our Greentech Industrial Plant, " said Ana Cabral , CEO of Sigma Lithium. "We are delighted with ongoing partnership with IRH in Abu Dhabi which enhances our commercial flexibility to effectively navigate lithium demand seasonality. This collaboration enables us to capitalize on every opportunity to maximize business performance and secure better lithium pricing, even in the current market environment. With Phase 1 now operating at full capacity, we are working relentlessly to replicate this industrial success as we move forward with the construction of our second Greentech Industrial Production Plant. " ABOUT SIGMA LITHIUM Sigma Lithium (TSXV/NASDAQ: SGML, BVMF: S2GM34) is a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicle batteries with carbon-neutral, socially and environmentally sustainable chemical-grade lithium concentrate. Sigma Lithium is one of the world's largest lithium producers. The Company operates at the forefront of environmental and social sustainability in the electric vehicle battery materials supply chain at its Grota do Cirilo Operation in Brazil . Here, Sigma produces Quintuple Zero Green Lithium at its state-of-the-art Greentech lithium beneficiation plant, delivering net zero carbon lithium, produced with zero carbon intensive energy, zero potable water, zero toxic chemicals and zero tailings dams. Phase 1 of the Company's operations entered commercial production in the second quarter of 2023. The Company has issued a Final Investment Decision, formally approving construction to double capacity to 520,000 tonnes of lithium concentrate through the addition of a Phase 2 expansion of its Greentech Plant. For more information about Sigma Lithium, visit https://www.sigmalithiumresources.com/ Sigma Lithium LinkedIn: Sigma Lithium Instagram: @sigmalithium Twitter: @SigmaLithium FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This news release includes certain "forward-looking information" under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities legislation, including but not limited to statements relating to timing and costs related to the general business and operational outlook of the Company, the environmental footprint of tailings and positive ecosystem impact relating thereto, donation and upcycling of tailings, timing and quantities relating to tailings and Green Lithium, achievements and projections relating to the Zero Tailings strategy, achievement of ramp-up volumes, production estimates and the operational status of the Groto do Cirilo Project, and other forward-looking information. All statements that address future plans, activities, events, estimates, expectations or developments that the Company believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur is forward-looking information, including statements regarding the potential development of mineral resources and mineral reserves which may or may not occur. Forward-looking information contained herein is based on certain assumptions regarding, among other things: general economic and political conditions; the stable and supportive legislative, regulatory and community environment in Brazil ; demand for lithium, including that such demand is supported by growth in the electric vehicle market; the Company's market position and future financial and operating performance; the Company's estimates of mineral resources and mineral reserves, including whether mineral resources will ever be developed into mineral reserves; and the Company's ability to operate its mineral projects including that the Company will not experience any materials or equipment shortages, any labour or service provider outages or delays or any technical issues. Although management believes that the assumptions and expectations reflected in the forward-looking information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that these assumptions and expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking information inherently involves and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to that the market prices for lithium may not remain at current levels; and the market for electric vehicles and other large format batteries currently has limited market share and no assurances can be given for the rate at which this market will develop, if at all, which could affect the success of the Company and its ability to develop lithium operations. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For more information on the risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ from current expectations, please refer to the current annual information form of the Company and other public filings available under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com . Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT Matthew DeYoe , EVP Corporate Affairs & Strategic Development matthew.deyoe@sigmalithium.com.br Irina Axenova , Vice President Investor Relations irina.axenova@sigmalithium.com.br View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sigma-lithiums-production-at-full-capacity-record-shipment-of-27-500t-of-quintuple-zero-green-lithium-to-abu-dhabis-irh-trading-company-302321451.html SOURCE Sigma Lithium Corporation
By Baba Martins Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has extended his Christmas felicitations to the Christian community. Atiku in his Christmas message signed by Mr Paul Ibe, his spokesman called for sacrifices, unity and Love among Nigerians. He also laid the blame of the prevailing hardship in the country on the lack of leadership. Atiku implored Nigerians to embrace a life of love and unity, drawing inspiration from the joyous spirit of the Christmas season. How to choose the right car insurance plan for your lifestyle and driving habits Soludo cancels monarch election in Anambra community He urged citizens to be guided by compassion and selflessness, encouraging them to cherish the significance of Christmas as a time for reflection and togetherness. Atiku reminded Nigerians, particularly Christians, “to express gratitude for the arrival of the Christmas season despite the many challenges and hardships confronting the nation.” “It is a blessing that we can once again celebrate the events leading to the birth of Christ, despite the adversity we face,” he stated. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the last elections, however, accused the current political leaders of not making the necessary sacrifices for the nation’s collective good and condemned the lack of leadership, “which has resulted in widespread suffering and preventable deaths across the country.” Atiku appealed to Nigerians to remain united, embrace one another with love, and confront the root cause of their struggles – poor leadership. “With love and unity, there is no obstacle too great to overcome. Let us, therefore, come together to share love and joy with all people of goodwill,” he said. Join Daily Trust WhatsApp Community For Quick Access To News and Happenings Around You. Atiku Christmas l Sacrifices Unity