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NEW HOPE, Pa. — Dayle Haddon, an actor, activist and trailblazing former “Sports Illustrated” model who pushed back against age discrimination by reentering the industry as a widow, has died in a Pennsylvania home from what authorities believe was carbon monoxide poisoning. Authorities in Bucks County found Haddon, 76, dead in a second-floor bedroom Friday morning after emergency dispatchers were notified about a person unconscious at the Solebury Township home. A 76-year-old man police later identified as Walter J. Blucas of Erie was hospitalized in critical condition. Responders detected a high level of carbon monoxide in the property and township police said Saturday that investigators determined that “a faulty flue and exhaust pipe on a gas heating system caused the carbon monoxide leak.” Two medics were taken to a hospital for carbon monoxide exposure and a police officer was treated at the scene. As a model, Haddon appeared on the covers of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Elle and Esquire in the 1970s and 1980s, as well as the 1973 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. She also appeared in about two dozen films from the 1970s to 1990s, according to IMDb.com, including 1994’s “Bullets Over Broadway,” starring John Cusack. Haddon left modeling after giving birth to her daughter, Ryan, in the mid-1970s, but then had to reenter the workforce after her husband's 1991 death. This time she found the modeling industry far less friendly: “They said to me, ‘At 38, you’re not viable,’” Haddon told The New York Times in 2003. Working a menial job at an advertising agency, Haddon began reaching out to cosmetic companies, telling them there was a growing market to sell beauty products to aging baby boomers. She eventually landed a contract with Clairol, followed by Estée Lauder and then L’Oreal, for which she promoted the company's anti-aging products for more than a decade. She also hosted beauty segments for CBS’s “The Early Show.” "I kept modeling, but in a different way," she told The Times, “I became a spokesperson for my age.” In 2008, Haddon founded WomenOne, an organization aimed at advancing educational opportunities for girls and women in marginalized communities, including Rwanda, Haiti and Jordan.' Haddon was born in Toronto and began modeling as a teenager to pay for ballet classes — she began her career with the Canadian ballet company Les Grands Ballet Canadiens, according to her website . Haddon's daughter, Ryan, said in a social media post that her mother was “everyone’s greatest champion. An inspiration to many.” “A pure heart. A rich inner life. Touching so many lives. A life well lived. Rest in Light, Mom,” she said.

Mike McDaniel stepped in to keep Dolphins from trading veteran DT Calais Campbell to Ravenshttps://arab.news/j8ntg BUCHAREST, Romania: A little-known, far-right populist took the lead in Romania’s presidential election Sunday, electoral data showed, and will likely face leftist Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu in a runoff in two weeks, an outcome that rocked the country’s political landscape. Calin Georgescu, who ran independently, led the polls with around 22 percent of the vote, while Ciolacu of the Social Democratic Party, or PSD, trailed at 20 percent. Elena Lasconi of the Save Romania Union party, or USR, stood at about 18 percent, and George Simion, the leader of the far-right Alliance for the Unity of Romanians, or AUR, took 14.1 percent. After polls closed, 9.4 million people — about 52.4 percent of eligible voters — had cast ballots, according to the Central Election Bureau. The second round of the vote will be held Dec. 8. Thirteen candidates ran for the presidency in the European Union and NATO member country. The president serves a five-year term and has significant decision-making powers in areas such as national security, foreign policy and judicial appointments. Georgescu, 62, ran independently and was not widely known. He outperformed most local surveys, sending shockwaves through Romania’s political establishment as he ascended to poll position. After casting his ballot on Sunday, Georgescu said in a post on Facebook that he voted “For the unjust, for the humiliated, for those who feel they do not matter and actually matter the most ... the vote is a prayer for the nation.” Cristian Andrei, a political consultant based in Bucharest, told The Associated Press that Georgescu’s unexpected poll performance appears to be a “large protest or revolt against the establishment.” “The mainstream political parties have lost the connection with regular Romanians,” he said. “You don’t have strong candidates or strong leaders ... there are weak candidates, weak leaders, and the parties in general are pretty much disconnected.” Georgescu lacks an agenda, Andrei added, and has a vague and populist manifesto with positions that are “beyond the normal discourse.” His stances include supporting Romanian farmers, reducing dependency on imports, and ramping up energy and food production. According to his website, Georgescu holds a doctorate in pedology, a branch of soil science, and held different positions in Romania’s environment ministry in the 1990s. Between 1999 and 2012, he was a representative for Romania on the national committee of the United Nations Environment Program. Videos posted to his popular TikTok account, where he has amassed 1.6 million likes, depict him attending church, doing judo, running around an oval track, and speaking on podcasts. Ahead of Sunday’s vote, many had expected to see Simion, a vocal supporter of US President-elect Donald Trump, face Ciolacu in the second round. He campaigned for reunification with Moldova, which this year renewed a five-year ban on him entering the country over security concerns, and he is banned for the same reason from neighboring Ukraine. Ecaterina Nawadia, a 20-year-old architecture student, said she voted for the first time in a national election on Sunday and hoped young people turn out in high numbers. “Since the (1989) revolution, we didn’t have a really good president,” she said. “I hope most of the people my age went to vote ... because the leading candidate is not the best option.” Romania will also hold parliamentary elections on Dec. 1 that will determine the country’s next government and prime minister. As the ballots were still being counted, Simion said he congratulated Georgescu and that he was “Very happy that approximately 40 percent of the votes of Romanians went toward the sovereign option” and would be in the second round. Andrei, the political consultant, said Romania’s large budget deficit, high inflation, and an economic slowdown could push more mainstream candidates to shift toward populist stances amid widespread dissatisfaction. Ciolacu told the AP before the first-round vote that one of his biggest goals was “to convince Romanians that it is worth staying at home or returning” to Romania, which has a massive diaspora spread throughout EU countries. Other candidates included former NATO deputy general secretary Mircea Geoana, who ran independently and obtained about 6 percent; and Nicolae Ciuca, a former army general and head of the center-right National Liberal Party, which is currently in a tense coalition with the PSD — who stood at 9.3 percent. Geoana, a former foreign minister and ambassador to the United States, told the AP before Sunday’s vote that he believed his international experience would qualify him above the other candidates. Lasconi, a former journalist and the leader of the USR, said she sees corruption as one of the biggest problems Romania faces and that she supports increased defense spending and continued aid to Ukraine.

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This is Armchair Economics with Hamish McRae, a subscriber-only newsletter from i . If you’d like to get this direct to your inbox, every single week, you can sign up here. So Luton is to stop all vehicle production after the owner of Vauxhall announced the closure of its van factory. Why? It is easy to throw around the blame. The owner of Vauxhall is now Stellantis, which was formed by Chrysler, Fiat and Peugeot-Citroen getting together in 2019. So the company could be accused of wanting to shut plants in Britain rather than in France, Italy or the US. Or you could blame this Government’s drive to stop companies selling petrol and diesel cars and vans in the UK in five years’ time. That was “a significant part” of the reason behind the decision, the company said. It has certainly had a reaction. The Business Secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, told the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ dinner on Tuesday that the Government was launching a consultation about reforming the rules about the pace at which manufacturers will be forced to switch to electric vehicles . Wider retreat from manufacturing Or you could simply say this is part of the much wider retreat from manufacturing that the UK has experienced over the past half-century – though it is worth noting that the same pattern is being repeated across the rest of the developed world. But rather than trying apportion to blame, it is surely more helpful – and actually more hopeful – to set what is happening into its longer-term context. So let’s step back a bit, starting with a sad note, for this ends 120 years of tradition. It was in March 1905 that the Vauxhall company moved to Luton, making beautifully-engineered luxury cars that vied with Rolls-Royce, Mercedes and Hispano-Suiza at the top end of the pre-First World War market. The success didn’t last. The cars were too expensive, profits turned to losses and in 1925 Vauxhall was taken over by General Motors, anxious to match Ford’s incursion into the UK market. American flash Purists may disagree – GM’s Vauxhalls were mass-market products, not “real” ones for the wealthy – but American expertise in mass production turned Luton into a manufacturing powerhouse. Bedford lorries and vans were a huge success, with a reputation for reliability around the world. The factory built the Churchill tank in the Second World War, and from the 1950s onwards brought a bit of American flash into the drab British car market. Read Next The election petition is the worst of Brexit all over again Along with most of the rest of the UK’s car manufacturers , GM was plagued by quality and labour problems, and eventually stopped making cars at Luton in 2002, though it carried on building vans in association with Renault. Car production was switched to the newer plant at Ellesmere Port – where apparently Stellantis will now focus all its UK business. The company has promised an extra £50m of investment there. We will see. But looking back at the history, it isn’t fair to blame foreign ownership as such for the demise of Luton. After all, it was GM that rescued Vauxhall, and turned a small specialist car firm into a global business. More broadly, Nissan in Sunderland has been a huge success and it was the foreign ownership of Tata at Jaguar Land-Rover that turned round the fortunes there. Push customers towards China So what about the Government’s policy on pushing the industry towards a faster switch towards electric cars? There are two points here. One is that elected governments will have environmental and social policies that carry economic costs, and the important thing is that those costs should be made clear. But they make mistakes. If it is true, as Stellantis says, that the Government’s electric vehicle mandate was an important reason behind the closure, then this is a cost. Jonathan Reynolds should be commended for his candour in acknowledging that the mandate “isn’t working as intended”. Nissan says that EV rules are undermining the case for making cars in Britain, and given its importance it should certainly be listened to. The other point is that, Tesla apart, electric car production is dominated by China . Last year it made 58 per cent of the world’s pure electric and plug-in electric cars. It will probably be higher still this year. So forcing people in Britain to buy electric is, in effect, to push them towards China. Golden years The question then, aside from whether this is really a wise policy, is how to persuade Chinese manufacturers to develop more of their business here. More design work? An assembly plant for MGs and other Chinese-owned companies? This isn’t just about the loss of jobs in Luton. It is about the wider strategic implications of our policy towards the motor industry. All this is dispiriting. The UK does have an excellent high-tech manufacturing sector, though it is proportionately slightly smaller than that of most developed countries, at around 9 per cent of GDP. But it has a much wider impact on the economy as a whole, and a recent paper by Oxford Analytics argued that if you take into account its UK-based supply chains it accounted for nearly a quarter of GDP. It also invests heavily in new technologies, with nearly half of the country’s research and development. There is lots of anecdotal evidence that craft manufacturing is booming too. So de-industrialisation may be coming to an end, and the challenge is to exploit the UK’s top-end competitive advantage – just as Vauxhall did in its golden years before the First World War. Where is there growth for Luton ? Getting out of motor production has been a long and painful process, because the growth of Vauxhall in effect crowded out other potential businesses. It has also suffered from the decline of the hat business , the problem there being that people don’t seem now to wear hats as they did even half a century ago – or at least not crafted ones. However on one simple measure, Luton is still a success story: population growth. Its physical location near London has proved a huge magnet, and Luton’s population climbed over the decade to 2021, rising by 11 per cent to 225,000; it is currently estimated at 230,000. That is faster growth than that of England as a whole. One of the principal drivers has been the airport, now planning to increase passenger numbers to 19 million a year . There is a plan to push numbers up much further , to 32 million by the 2040s. That would make it UK’s number three airport after Heathrow and Gatwick, passing Stansted and Manchester. The rationale is that it is better located than Stansted, with a much larger catchment area both for workers and passengers. But there is, as always, opposition, so we will see. The really interesting question is whether Luton is already in the early stages of a wider renaissance. Population growth is one measure, because people go to places where there are jobs. But being an affordable commuter town for Londoners seeking a bit more space is probably a bigger driver. The challenge there is to use its commuter town status to benefit the local economy too. Luton is in the southern flank of the Oxford/Cambridge arc that the previous government described in a consultation document. There are various elements to the plan, including at last a direct rail link between the two university cities. But from Luton’s point of view, the exciting prospect is sharing a role in the creative, technical and educational opportunities in this region – to be an integral part of an area of extraordinary prosperity, rather than a former industrial town trying to replace the lost jobs. The point is this. Towns cannot change their location – but they can play to their strengths, and in the case of any town near the M25, location is a positive. Luton has a large and vigorous immigrant population. For them, stitching in to the arc of prosperity between Oxford and Cambridge is a huge opportunity. This is Armchair Economics with Hamish McRae, a subscriber-only newsletter from i . If you’d like to get this direct to your inbox, every single week, you can sign up here.

FBI director says he intends to resign at end of Joe Biden’s termShocking footage captures the dramatic moment a van ploughed through the front of a house, before being rammed into parked cars. The Liverpool Echo reports the incident occurred on Dannette Hey in Stockbridge Village at around 7am on December 6. In a video that has been shared across social media, a man dressed in all black can be seen standing on the bonnet of a parked black car. The man then stamps on the car’s windshield repeatedly, until he smashes the glass. While the rented van drives and reverses at a number of parked cars, the man on foot continues his rampage, turning his attention to a taxi. He walks towards the taxi and it appears that he tries to break the glass windows using his elbow. The rental van then stops and the man gets into it with the driver. The van continues reversing into both cars, before it drives further backwards and ploughs through the front gate of a property and into the front of the house. The driver reverses out of the property, and then ploughs several more times into the silver taxi. The brick wall behind appears to crumble with the impact. Two people then exit the rental van, before darting separate ways. The pair appeal to shout "yo, this way!" to each other, before one of the men turns back, running in the same direction. A spokesperson for Mersey Fire and Rescue said: "Fire crews were called to an incident on Dannette Hey, Stockbridge Village on December 6. Crews were alerted at 7.21am and on scene at 7.29am, with two fire engines in attendance. "Crews arrived to find four vehicles involved in a road traffic collision, with one vehicle having collided with three parked vehicles. All persons were out of vehicles on arrival. Merseyside Police were also in attendance. Crews left the scene at 8.46am."

Pisces natives approach this last week of December 2024 with a dreamy optimism that gently intertwines with practical concerns. There are a number of shifts throughout the week: improved working conditions, an emphasis on family ties, and the potential for romantic interludes. On December 30, you’ll be busy finalizing tasks, possibly restructuring some part of your living space or daily routine. Look out for supportive elders or influential contacts who could help steer you toward fresh career opportunities. As 2025 draws closer, you sense a renewed dedication to personal ideals. The 31st is branded as one of the “best days of the week,” spotlighting opportunities for speculation, success in business, or simply a moment to shine socially. Expect occasional confusion or inner conflict, though: part of you might worry that the good times won’t last. Nevertheless, once you move into the first days of January, a wave of optimism reinforces your conviction in forging ahead. By the 2nd and 3rd, you’ll likely be weighing the pros and cons of a big decision—be it investing in property, undertaking a creative project, or reevaluating your relationships. The final stretch of the week calls on your signature Piscean empathy to navigate any bumps in the road and move forward with a calm spirit. Love & Relationship Romance glimmers for Pisces this week, starting with hints of a “romantic day” on the 1st. The fortunes also speak of harmonious moments with a spouse or partner—chances to share cozy routines or explore novel experiences together. For single Pisceans, these days can bring an unexpected romantic twist, possibly through social gatherings around the New Year . Warm compliments and genuine emotional exchanges set the stage for something more long-lasting if you choose to nurture the connection. Yet even amidst rising affection, be mindful of your partner’s emotional cues. There might be potential misunderstandings on the 3rd if you let insecurity overshadow honest communication. Should conflict arise, your ability to listen with compassion and respond with sincerity will swiftly mend fences. By the closing weekend, the mood turns softer, enabling deeper intimacy and renewed unity in your relationship. Whether you’re celebrating a newly formed bond or reinforcing an existing partnership, you’ll come away feeling cherished and capable of offering the same warmth in return. Education & Career Pisces students and professionals find themselves entering a notably supportive cosmic current. Around December 30, you may gain clarity on how to better concentrate in your studies or manage heavy coursework. If you’ve been trying to juggle academic demands and extracurricular commitments, the planets hint at improved discipline and a more confident approach. Group study sessions or seeking advice from a mentor can sharpen your focus and lighten your mental load. In the career arena, the planets highlight that your “working condition will improve,” possibly through networking with influential figures or receiving positive feedback from superiors. Should you be hoping for a raise, a promotion, or a chance to lead a project, the first few days of January amplify these possibilities. Embrace the supportive wave around the 31st through the 2nd, seizing opportunities to articulate your long-term goals. If you own a business, be prepared to handle new orders or prospective partnerships. Keep in mind that not all proposals are created equal: weigh each carefully, drawing on your keen intuition to discern which alliances will genuinely further your ambitions. Money & Finance This week places notable emphasis on financial prospects for Pisces. Beginning around the 30th, your planets indicate more balanced income or even the chance for a small windfall. The 31st is especially highlighted for speculation and potentially lucrative moves. If you’ve been studying investment strategies or eyeing property deals, this could be the moment to finalize your research and make a cautious, well-informed decision. That said, remain cognizant of a certain overconfidence that might creep in when money starts flowing. With so many seasonal and social obligations, it’s easy to overspend on entertainment, gifts, or celebratory outings. Keeping a watchful eye on your budget will prevent you from going into the red at the start of the new year. By the time you reach January 3rd or 4th, reflect on any financial experiments to refine your strategy. Ensure that your resources continue to bolster your professional endeavors, educational aims, and personal well-being rather than slipping through the cracks of impulse buying. In doing so, you’ll enter mid-January on firmer financial ground. Health & Well-being Overall, Pisces natives experience a fairly buoyant week in terms of health, but the planets do sprinkle in a few points of caution. Early in the period, you might find yourself busier than usual, juggling family responsibilities, work obligations, and social engagements. This can strain your nerves or disrupt your regular sleep schedule, so a focus on time management is essential to keep energy levels high. The midweek stretch from December 31 to January 2 fosters a mentally uplifting atmosphere. Social interactions, small successes at work, or simply the spirit of the holiday season can boost your mood. Consider channeling any excess energy into gentle forms of physical activity. A short walk, light yoga, or a relaxed swim can help maintain an equilibrium between mind and body. If tension creeps in—perhaps from last-minute tasks or unexpected travel—remember your innate Piscean gift for adapting to changing currents. By the 4th and 5th, your intuition sharpens, letting you sense when you need rest and when you have the stamina for extra chores. Trust these instincts; they will lead you to avoid burnout. Whether you’re spending time with loved ones, focusing on personal projects, or entertaining guests, the key is to pace yourself. With balanced self-care, you’ll greet the weeks ahead in January feeling spiritually centered, physically revitalized, and emotionally prepared to set new goals. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Josh Hoover passed for four touchdowns to help TCU beat Louisiana-Lafayette 34-3 on Saturday in the New Mexico Bowl. Hoover was 20 for 32 for 252 yards with an interception. Eric McAlister had eight catches for 87 yards and a TD for the Horned Frogs (9-4). TCU's defense also had a solid day, holding Louisiana-Lafayette (10-4) to 209 yards, including 61 on the game’s final possession. Ben Wooldridge was 7-for-20 passing for 61 yards for the Ragin’ Cajuns. 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