The deal, announced on Tuesday night, will see hostilities between Israel and Iran-backed militants Hezbollah suspended for 60 days, with both sides withdrawing from southern Lebanon. Brokered by the US and France, the agreement is designed to provide a permanent end to the conflict, US President Joe Biden said following the announcement. But Israeli ministers insisted it would resume strikes on Lebanon if Hezbollah breached the terms of the ceasefire, while the deal does not affect Israel’s continuing war with Hamas in Gaza. In a statement, Sir Keir Starmer described the deal as “long overdue”, saying it would “provide some measure of relief to the civilian populations of Lebanon and northern Israel, who have suffered unimaginable consequences during the last few months of devastating conflict and bloodshed”. He said: “Now, this deal must be turned into a lasting political solution in Lebanon, based on Security Council Resolution 1701, that will allow civilians to return permanently to their homes and for communities on both sides of the border to rebuild. “The UK and its allies will continue to be at the forefront of efforts to break the ongoing cycle of violence in pursuit of a long-term, sustainable peace in the Middle East. My statement on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese Hizbollah. pic.twitter.com/ZAxApKpJIT — Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) November 26, 2024 “We must see immediate progress towards a ceasefire deal in Gaza, the release of all hostages and the removal of restrictions on desperately needed humanitarian aid.” The announcement of the deal follows a day of intense Israeli air strikes in Beirut, with local authorities saying at least 24 people were killed in the bombardment while Hezbollah continued to fire rockets into northern Israel. Recommending the ceasefire to his cabinet, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the deal would isolate Hamas in Gaza and allow Israel to focus more on Iran, which supports both Hamas and Hezbollah and has staged attacks on Israel in recent months. Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the announcement offered “hope” and must become “a turning point that builds momentum towards a lasting peace across the Middle East”. He said: “The UK was the first G7 country to call for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese Hezbollah in September and we have worked relentlessly since with our allies and partners to apply pressure to end this conflict since. “We strongly urge all parties to use this agreement to open a pathway to a lasting peace.” While aid organisations have welcomed the ceasefire, they have also called for it to be made permanent and extended to the conflict in Gaza. Amelia Whitworth, head of policy, campaigns and youth at the children’s charity Plan International UK, welcomed news of the deal. She said: “It is essential that all parties respect this ceasefire so that vital humanitarian aid can be delivered to the children and families that desperately need it.” Ms Whitworth added: “Today’s agreement must act as a vital step towards a sustained, permanent ceasefire – both in Lebanon and across Gaza and the wider Middle East region. “The horror must stop immediately, all children deserve to enjoy their childhood free from the threat of violence.” Paras Tamang, global humanitarian director at ActionAid, echoed her comments, saying the ceasefire would provide “temporary relief” for civilians but was “not an acceptable long-term solution to the crisis”. Mr Tamang said: “Whilst air strikes may stop for a while, the fallout from these attacks will continue to be felt for years to come. “More humanitarian aid is needed to help the hundreds of thousands of people who have lost everything.” According to the UN, more than 3,700 people, including 240 children, have been killed in Lebanon since the latest round of fighting began in October 2023, while around 900,000 have been displaced.1 2 Ranchi: Hemant Soren will be sworn in as the 14th chief minister of Jharkhand on Thursday evening in the presence of around one lakh audience, including several heavyweight politicians from the INDIA bloc. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar will administer the oath of office and secrecy to Soren at 4 pm. This will be the 49-year-old JMM leader's fourth stint as chief minister. Soren retained the Barhait seat by defeating BJP's Gamliyel Hembrom by a margin of 39,791 votes in the recently held Assembly polls. JMM said that party chief Shibu Soren, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, NCP chief Sharad Pawar, PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti and CPI(ML) general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya will attend the ceremony. That apart, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Tamil Nadu deputy CM Uday Stalin, Karnataka deputy CM DK Sivakumar, former Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia, former Bihar deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav, MP Rajesh Ranjan (Pappu Yadav) and AAP MP Sanjay Singh have also confirmed their presence, JMM said. "It's heartening to have such esteemed leaders join us for this important occasion," said Soren, who along with senior officials paid a visit to Morabadi ground on Wednesday evening to take stock of the preparations for the swearing-in ceremony . Elected MLAs in the incoming sixth Jharkhand Assembly, incumbent Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs of the state have also been invited to attend the function. "The swearing-in ceremony will begin at 4 pm. Dignitaries will arrive from afternoon onwards. Elaborate security arrangements have been made. That apart, we are expecting more than 1 lakh people in attendance at the event, with over 40,000 people from Ranchi district alone," Ranchi deputy commissioner Varun Ranjan said. The INDIA bloc of JMM, Congress, RJD and the CPI-ML-L kept its ministerial pick under wraps till the evening. While JMM said only Hemant will take oath from the party on Thursday, Congress and RJD did not divulge their picks. In the recent Assembly elections, Soren's JMM-led alliance stormed to victory, securing 56 seats in the 81-member assembly, while the BJP-led NDA managed 24 seats.Hegseth faces growing GOP scrutiny as allegations mount
The New England Patriots ’ final two-game stretch of the 2024 season will take place at home, starting with a Week 17 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers . The team of first-year head coach Jerod Mayo will host the AFC West squad at Gillette Stadium on Saturday for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff. The two competitors are entering the contest on opposite ends of the spectrum. Whereas the Patriots are 3-12 and one of the worst teams in football this season, the Chargers are 9-6 and on the verge of punching their ticket to the playoffs. As always, we here at Pats Pulpit will do our best to keep you informed and up to date before, during, and after the game. So, in order not to miss any news or analysis from the Patriots’ Week 17 contest versus the Chargers, please make sure to bookmark and regularly re-visit this story stream.St. Petersburg council approves $23M repair to hurricane-ravaged Tropicana Field roofUs Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Winter is synonymous with rich hot cocoa, luxuriously warm baths and soft, snuggly blankets. Despite my love for the season, the dry, dull skin that comes with it isn’t as enjoyable. And, I hate to say it, but slathering on moisturizer or facial oils sometimes just isn’t enough to see a big change. I love to turn to at-home spa treatments to really amp up the hydration and glow. One of my all-time favorite products is the Bliss Mighty Marshmallow Whipped Mask . It boasts a rich, luxe texture and mild scent that makes me want to apply it daily (but I don’t need to!). Two or three times a week is all it takes for the mask to do its magic. So, when I saw that it’s on sale for under $10 on Amazon for Black Friday week, I had to share the news. At this price, I’m scooping up several for stocking stuffers and as a gift to myself! Made with olive oil and marshmallow root extract, the soufflé texture and pretty frosting appearance are inviting. The included vitamin C gives my skin a brightening boost. After I wash it off, I apply moisturizer and my skin drinks it in, leaving me dewy and hydrated. I also love that it’s cruelty-free! My skin can be reactive, and this mask doesn’t cause any irritation. I’m not the only one singing the benefits of this Mighty Marshmallow mask. Among the 5,000+ happy shoppers, people can’t stop saying how “soft” it is or “how good it smells.” “Love the container, and that it’s recyclable,” one shopper writes . “I put my jar in the fridge to add some cold therapy to my face. My face has been so smooth, bright and beautiful. I’m very happy and will buy again when I need more. My face gets added moisture, and this brand is cruelty-free. Great price point, too.” Another skincare aficionado agrees , saying, “This product is not only gentle, hydrating and easily-applicable, but it also smells fantastic! The consistency allows you to easily put it on and take it off, and it isn’t over-drying while setting on your skin. Its texture can best be compared to fluffy whipped cream. I’m currently on Accutane, which dries out my skin, meaning I have to be exceptionally careful with products I use. This mask was was non-irritating. It left my skin feeling firmer, with a soft touch. It’s very gentle and doesn’t leave you feeling stripped of moisture. You truly do feel like you’re receiving a spa service.” Check our latest news in Google News Check our latest news in Apple News If you’d like to enjoy “marshmallows” with your hot cocoa this winter (but the non-caloric kind that makes you look radiant), don’t hesitate to buy this mask while it’s nearly 40% off !
Photos: Quarterfinal scenes from the ND Class B state volleyball tournament at the Fargodome1. Elizabeth Mott's Thank Me Later Eye Primer which will help make sure that smoky eye (that you spent way longer on than you'd like to admit) actually lasts through the night instead of melting off your face as soon as you walk out the door. Promising review: "So let me start by saying I have used nearly every eyeshadow primer available. From high-end to low — MAC, Lorac, Urban Decay...they don't hold a candle to Thank Me Later. I have very oily skin. I use this primer, and my shadow lasts a full eight hours or more. I could get maybe five or six out of the other brands if I'm lucky. I got this as a sample in my Ipsy bag, and I had to buy the full-size product straight away! I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Thank you, Elizabeth Mott, for finally making a primer that lasts! I love this stuff!" — Melissa Mae Get it from Amazon for $13.99 . 2. And a long-lasting Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray that'll protect all your hard work and prevent it from smudging or fading. 🙌🏼 Honestly the only explanation for this is that it is some magical potion. BuzzFeed shopping editor Jenae Sitzes has this and absolutely loves it, "I first put this setting spray to the test for a wedding that involved taking many trains in and out of Manhattan on a hot day and being in crowded rooms where airflow was ~limited~. As such, I was sweating up a storm, but my makeup looked *flawless* by the time I got home that night — all thanks to this Urban Decay setting spray that I knew after one use I'd be repurchasing. I'm new to setting sprays, so it felt weird at first to spray something *on top* of my carefully crafted makeup look, but it dried in no time without messing anything up. It also didn't feel heavy or sticky on my face — it didn't feel like anything at all, actually — and my makeup looked better than it ever has after hours of wear . (For reference, I have dry, sensitive skin, and it caused me no issues.) Soon after that event, I put it to an even bigger task: surviving sweat, tears, and 12 hours of wear for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour. My makeup look (pictured above) was done by 2 p.m., and thanks to my now highly trusted Urban Decay spray, it stayed completely intact (minus the lipstick I purposefully wiped off while scarfing down post-concert pizza) until the time I got home just after 2 a.m. Here's what it endured during that timespan: multi-leg public transportation to and from the venue, waiting in lines under the blaring sun to get in, multiple meals and drinks, jumping, screaming, and literally full-on crying multiple times during the show. My liquid eyeliner, eyeshadow, non -waterproof mascara, foundation, blush, and even glitter (for the most part) were unfazed, and I owe it all to this setting spray." Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in two sizes). 3. A beloved-by-the-internet detangling brush to get through any of those extra stubborn tangles *without* pulling out all your hair in the process. Promising review: " I purchased this brush three weeks ago and have used it every day. I like the brush so much I ordered three more for my adult daughters. Not only is the brush gentle on my gray hair, but it also feels like I am giving myself a head massage. Also, I appreciate the wide hand base design. I have rheumatoid arthritis and it is not always easy to grip an ordinary hairbrush. Plus, the brush is easy to clean. It truly glides through my wet hair. " — ANS Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 10 colors and two-packs). 4. And a leave-in conditioner that will finally detangle your kid's hair without damaging their luscious curls. We know it can be a battle just to have your kid let you brush their hair, so this will help you make the experience less miserable for them (and let's be honest, for you, too). Promising review: "My granddaughters have long curly hair, and this is the first product that actually worked at getting the tangles out! Their hair was soft, and no tears were shed while combing through... which to me is most important! The smell is nice, not overwhelming... overall, this is just a great product, and I will definitely be buying again!" — Danielle Bustamante Get it from Amazon for $7.12+ (available in two sizes and a two-pack). 5. A deeply conditioning hair mask made with castor oil and biotin that'll help bring your hair back from dry and damaged to healthy and hydrated. Bonus: it'll help reduce shedding and breakage! Thank God It's Natural is a Black woman-owned small biz based in Chicago, Illinois that specializes in hair products. This hair mask is designed for all hair types to help repair breakage, heat, and color damage. Read more about how biotin shampoo could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic . Promising review: " My scalp felt invigorated after applying . I left the masque on overnight, and when I rinsed the next morning, my scalp felt refreshed and clean. I actually think this product also aided in elongating my curls. My hair looks hydrated as well ! I plan to use it every two weeks." — Dawn M. Get it from Amazon for $17.89 . 6. A beard straightener designed to heat up in just 30 seconds so you can tame your curly mane without wasting any time. Never thought abut straightening your beard before? Try it once, the look will really ~grow~ on you. It has three different heat settings to accommodate different beard thicknesses! Promising review: "Of the three beard straightens I have had, Arkam is by far the best. The cord rotates super easy and stays out of the way. It heats up in seconds which is much faster than the other two. The bristles are made better to prevent burning. As a matter of fact, the bristles are the only part that gets hot. My beard's sides are short while the bottom is long. The Arkam handles both lengths with ease and without burns." — JT Dimmitt Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two versions). 7. A set of pimple patches that are not only effective but also satisfying. Just place one of these on your pimple, go to bed, and wake up to a drastically smaller pimple — and a satisfying patch full of all the gunk it pulled out. Mighty Patch was created in 2017 by Hero Cosmetics which is a woman-owned and Asian-owned company, founded by current CEO Ju Rhyu. Hero Cosmetics now creates cleansers, toners, pimple patches, and more. Promising review: "I love this product! I am an adult with acne. When new ones pop up, put one of these patches on at night and by the morning the pimple is gone. Poof! It even works to pull out cysts — but you need multiple days for those. I also have really sensitive skin and these don’t bother it one bit. I love these!!" — Rebekah W. Get a 36-count from Amazon for $10.08+ (also available in a 72-count). 8. A tube of Danessa Myricks Beauty's Colorfix Eye, Cheek, and Lip Cream Pigment , which will allow you to get rid of, like, half the products in your makeup bag. This long-wearing, waterproof cream does it all: eyeshadow, lipstick, and blush — that's basically a full face of makeup with one tube. See why one TikToker loves it here ! Danessa Myricks Beauty is a Black woman-owned biz dedicated to creating "a world of beauty for people from all races, ages, and genders." FYI, this product is cruelty-free! Promising review: "This is my first time trying this product, and I absolutely love it. It is transfer-proof, and the color is very vibrant. I used it as a lipstick, eyeliner, and an eyeshadow. I have combination skin, and I have to say I’m pleased with the wearability of this product. Upon applying it, it feels like a cream, but once it dries, it becomes weightless and matte. I really loved this product because I could barely tell I was wearing anything on my face. Usually, I have a hard time finding products that are genuinely transfer-proof, smudge-proof, and weightless. I am so happy I stumbled upon this product. I also have to say that it’s pretty easy to take off as well, depending on what products you use. I used the Garnier waterproof micellar water , and with a few swipes, there was very little smudging, and the product came right off." — whailey Get it from Sephora for $20 (available in 50 colors and three finishes). 9. BestLan Hair Finishing Stick to tame the breakage or baby hairs that never seem to sit in their place. Say goodbye to constantly trying to blow dry them into place or going over the same section 10+ times with your straightener. With a quick swipe, you'll be looking like you spent hours on your hair. Promising review: "I’m in love with this product! I have super curly hair that loves to frizz and now I can let it air dry, put it in a bun with no more flyaways thank God! It really isn’t crunchy at all and surprisingly it’s not greasy at all which is perfect for me with the curly hair! You won’t be sad you bought this!" — Karissa Chavez Get it from Amazon for $5.59+ (available in three styles and multi-packs). 10. Or an edge control gel that works so well, you can go about your day as usual without having to worry about your edges staying in place. Some reviewers even say they last up to three days if they tie their hair up when they sleep! And just a note that you shouldn't feel pressured to lay your edges! For more on this, check out " Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna ." See it in action on TikTok here . Promising review: "I’ve tried so many different products for my two daughters' edges. My 4-year-old daughter has 4c hair. My almost 2-year-old daughter’s hair type is to be determined because she is still growing. But it’s VERY curly. This stuff is the ONLY product I have found that slays their edges and keeps them in place ALL DAY when they are at school playing, climbing, and doing their thing. They live their best lives and their edges don’t move. And it’s great if you’re into doing different types of designs like heart edges, wavy edges, whatever. I do it all, and this product never disappoints. It also is great for holding down the hairs when doing a bun or ponytail. Very sleek look." — Jenna LeBlanc Get it from Amazon for $5.44+ (available in four sizes and multi-packs). 11. A tube of Essence's Lash Princess mascara because idk about you, but the thought of putting on fake lashes every day sounds like ~a lot~ of work, especially when products like this exist and can give you the same look with soo much less effort. Promising review: "I have used every mascara on the planet (not literally, but I have tried dozens) from the most expensive to the least. This little jewel is the best-kept mascara secret ever! Lifts and separates lashes with no clumping, and did you see this price?? Trust me, this is a must-have for any makeup collection. You absolutely can't go wrong with this!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in black or brown). 12. A cutie octopus-shaped blackhead remover to fit into all the weird crevices on your face to help exfoliate away anything that you can't reach with any of your other tools (or tbh fingernails). Plus, look how stinking cute this is, why wouldn't you want to have this little guy be part of your beauty routine?? Promising review: "First time buying this and didn't know what to expect but I'm most definitely buying it again. My skin has never felt better, and I have the most sensitive skin, and I've had no issues at all." — Melissa Get it from Amazon for $12.50 . 13. A smudge-proof eyeliner stamp that will literally put an end to the constant struggle of trying to get your eyeliner perfectly even. Now you can have perfectly even eyeliner in minutes, which means you can still look ~fab~ even if you have to rush out the door. Watch one TikToker test it out here ! Oh, and it comes with two stamp pens — one for each eye! Promising review: "This eyeliner is so easy to use and makes a perfect winged eyeliner look every time! I saw it on TikTok and I'm glad I tried, it saved me so much time rather than trying to make a winged one myself." — Linds Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in three styles as well as a combo set). 14. An E.l.f putty primer so you can feel confident that the makeup you just spent a lot of time on will actually stay in place all day. Plus this primer is designed to help reduce the appearance of your pores, so your skin will look extra ~smooth~ and hydrated. Promising review: "I was skeptical, but after trying this poreless putty, my mind is forever changed! It shrunk my pores and made them seem like they were gone forever! Apply it and then apply my foundation. It makes my skin feel great! No bad odor, and it doesn't make my skin oily! I will keep using this product!" — Christy Get it from Amazon for $10 . 15. A bottle of One Hit Wonder 10-in-1 leave-in spray that will help solve pretty much all your daily hair struggles — it controls frizz, detangles, smooths, protects against heat, boosts shine, prevents breakage, hydrates, softens, strengthens, conditions — you may as well stock up now, once you use it you're not going to want to go another day without it. To use, spray through damp or dry hair and comb through. The key ingredient in this ~magical~ spray is cannabis sativa seed oil. Mane Club is a small business based in NYC focused on creating vegan and cruelty-free haircare products. **Reviewers with thin, straight say this product works for them as well as reviewers with dry, curly hair. Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this leave-in spray: "I have a very thick head of naturally curly hair and have put it through just about everything, including all kinds of hot tools, at-home dye kits, the gamut of shampoo and conditioner types, basically every dry shampoo and hair oil in existence, and just about anything else to try for a story for you dear readers. Lots of products have either straight-up failed, been meh enough for me to not recommend, or fantastic but so costly that I feel guilty recommending them. Basically, a lot of stuff ends up in the trash or pawned off on my (grateful) friends when it isn't a fit for me. But THIS STUFF. This stuff has become my go-to for spraying on my wet hair and then blow-drying. Normally I'd apply a heat protector and an oil treatment or leave-in conditioner before blow drying. But this 10-in-1 treatment takes the cake! Most of the time when I use it, I don't even need to finish off my hair with hair oil (I've been doing that as an essential hair step for years now). It's really that good! Here, I have freshly blow dried hair with just this post-shower using this Amika blow-dryer brush . This brush is fantastic on its own but this spray-on treatment has more or less doubled this brush's effectiveness. My hair comes out feeling softer, looking shinier and healthier, and stays looking good for days — which is especially great news because I wash my hair about every four days. 'Tis time for me to unload a bunch of hair products I now no longer need to my friends." Get it from Amazon for $9.95 . 16. Or a volcanic stone face roller because let's be honest, you've been out and about before, seen your face in a mirror or reflection and genuinely asked yourself how your face looks so ✨shiny.✨ Well, now when that happens you can just whip this bad boy out of your purse and put an end to the shine with a quick swipe. Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it . I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. Not only is it affordable, but it's also washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful. It felt like the holy grail had been delivered to my front doorstep. After my first use, I was in love. Now, it doesn't pick up everything but it does make it more matte and gives you a natural look. I am so excited this product exists and I already feel more confident." — Kelsey B. Get it from Amazon for $9.45 . 17. A handheld high-frequency skin therapy wand that uses neon so you can get a boujee spa facial treatment in the comfort of your home *without* the hefty price tag. It's designed to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, target blemishes, and improve the absorption of creams and serums you use after the treatment. Nearly 15,000 people rated this five stars, including a bunch of estheticians , so you know it's the real deal!! Promising review: "I’ve been meaning to write a review for a long time. This thing has been a complete game changer and life changer in some ways. I know that after using this machine at night, my skin will always look better in the morning. I used to have really spotty-looking acne scars on both cheeks all over. This machine has completely transformed my skin, and where there are only three or four scars left as of now. Been using it pretty consistently for about two months. The thing is that you have to be consistent with it as its purpose is to get your cells to REGENERATE BRAND NEW silky soft skin cells through its technology. As WELL as killing all the bacteria on your skin. Which is why it’s also so good for acne-prone skin. AND scarring. It’s just a win-win-win all the way around. M y skin hasn’t looked this good in years or felt this soft and smooth in literally years, and I am so happy I found this device!!!!! I’m a believer for life 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼." — Emily Heater Get it from Amazon for $69.46 (also available in a professional version and clinical version ). 18. A tinted blush oil to give your cheeks a lil' pop of color whether you're doing up a full face or going for a more ~natural~ vibe. Youthforia is an Asian woman-owned small business established in 2020 that specializes in environmentally friendly, cruelty-free makeup made with at least 90% renewable ingredients. Fun fact: All of Youthforia's makeup is designed with ingredients that are perfectly safe for your skin if you sleep with it on! Former BuzzFeed Shopping editor Ciera Velarde has this and says, "I actually have all three shades of this, and it's become the only blush I use! I especially love it in the winter because I feel like it actually hydrates my face instead of drying me out like powder blushes can. I especially like the "But Tonight" shade (the darker, brown color) for everyday use because it gives me a warm glow similar to bronzer, and when I'm looking for a fun pop of color, I'll throw on Let's Go Party (the bright pink color). A little goes a long way with this product, so just dab a few dots on your cheeks, and then use your fingers or a brush to blend it out." Get it from Amazon or Youthforia for $36 (available in three shades). 19. Press-on nails that'll give you a ~gorgeous~ mani in under 10 minutes. Who needs overpriced salon visits or artistic abilities when you can just peel and stick these bad boys on?! BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly has this and says, "I'm quite adept at painting my own nails (the only time I get a professional manicure is when I want gel before going on vacation), but these press-on nails have me feeling super lazy about painting my nails because they're so easy to use! And that's OK! Each set costs you less than 10 bucks and rather than fool with a bottle of nail glue that ends up anywhere but the nails, each nail has a peel-off plastic that reveals a super sticky surface you press onto your real nail. I find that all the nails stay on about three days when I do stuff like hand-wash my dishes, pet glorious dogs, and scratch many layers of dry shampoo on my scalp. You'll get 30 nails with each set, which helps you find the right sizes BUT I've also found comes in handy when a pointer or middle finger nail pops off (those are the first to go in my experience) so I end up getting about a week's use of wear out of each nail set. Friends have seen me with the nails on and all have believed they're the real deal!" Get them from Amazon for $8.49 (available in six designs and multi-packs). 20. A super-soft MakeUp Eraser to remove A L L your makeup by just adding water...yes, even waterproof makeup. How does it make sense? IDK maybe it's magic, but whatever it is, it *works.* Promising review: "I am amazed by this product. I would even say that this is life-altering! I have not had to buy makeup remover in three months and don't believe I will ever have to again! When I used makeup remover, I felt like I could never get all of my makeup off and I had to rub my eyes quite a bit to get it off. Even after a lot of rubbing when using makeup remover I still would wake up the next morning with makeup residue from the previous day and I never felt I could completely get my makeup off. With MakeUp Eraser, there is not one bit of makeup left!! It is like magic!! Make sure you follow directions, you have to use warm water and use the correct side!" — Sprklbuz Get it from Amazon for $13+ (available in eight colors/patterns). Check out BuzzFeed's review of the MakeUp Eraser for more deets! 21. Or Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 Cleansing Balm that'll make removing your makeup easy as can be. (Yup, even waterproof mascara doesn't stand a chance!) It features Japanese pearl barley, which melts into your skin to hydrate while cleansing away impurities. Juno & Co. is a small business focused on moving away from the traditional beauty market to sustainable and simplified formulas. Promising review: "I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!! I found it on TikTok, and OMG!! It works so well. I don't have to sit there and rub the crap out of my eyelashes to get the waterproof mascara off. I will admit it doesn't take 100% of the makeup off, but about 95% of my makeup comes off. It is not water-resistant, as emulsifying it with water helps take the makeup off. I have not found a better makeup remover, and yes, that includes micellar water (which also works well but leaves my skin feeling oily). With this cleansing balm, my face feels hydrated and smooth. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!!!!!! 1,000/10 would recommend!!!" — Deetje Frederick Get it from Amazon for $11.99 . 22. A fabulous lip-plumping gloss set to create absolutely luscious lips for anyone who likes the look of lip fillers but not the price or commitment. You're probably gonna have to apologize to your friend who just got filler done before you discovered this product. You'll get one lip plumper and one minty sleeping mask for your lips. Promising review: "I discovered this product from TikTok and I had to give it a try. I tried the day lip plumper and within a few seconds, there was a subtle tingling/burning that lasted for a few minutes but as it occurred, the plumping started to happen! It made a noticeable difference and made my lips look like I had filler ! I'm obsessed!! — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.98 . 23. A color corrector that is a ~magical~ pen to help neutralize dark spots and circles under your eyes and on your lips and cheeks. Just color this on underneath your foundation or concealer and watch that hyperpigmentation *boom* disappear. Live Tinted is a South Asian woman-owned small biz that specializes in clean, vegan, cruelty-free beauty products for all skin tones. Promising review : "I can't believe I've lived without this product for so long! This is SOOOO much better than the concealers I've used in the past because it really covers up my dark circles . This product is a staple in my makeup routine! Can't live without this!" — Undisclosed Get it from Ulta for $26 (available in six shades) or from Amazon for $24 (available in four shades). 24. L'Oréal Paris Infallible Fresh Powder Foundation that is literally witchcraft in a compact — it promises up to 24 hours of transfer- and sweat-resistant wear all while providing a mattifying, smooth, flawless complexion... even after a *full* day of activities. Promising review: " I have purchased this three times in the color Sienna, and it is perfect! Totally worth all the hype on TikTok. This is a very emollient powder that sticks to the skin. I prep with sunscreen and then use this. The fragrance dissipates quickly. I noticed the actual powder is bouncy to the touch. Have not used the pelican or sponge it comes with. I like to use a powder brush . It gives me full coverage, and I look flawless all day. I also don’t need to blot. And I am very oily. Will certainly continue to repurchase. This is the best powder I have tried since Mac Studio Fix ." — Maria Webba Get it from Amazon for $7.49+ (available in 19 shades). 25. An extremely easy-to-use and downright magical spray that'll help you stretch the time between hair appointments. Salons are expensive enough, you shouldn't have to go in every three weeks just because a few greys popped up. Although, gray hair is honestly pretty fierce, so feel free to let those silvery strands shine ! Promising review: "I use this in between my monthly 'cut and color' trips to the beauty salon. That third week really shows the grey roots, so I use this until my next appointment. A few sprays along the hairline and part, and I am ready to go. It will stay for a couple of days if you don't have to wash your hair daily. Otherwise, it will wash right out with your shampoo. The red that I buy is a more auburn color and gives a great look to my hair. I buy this on a regular basis. One can last about 10 applications of touch-ups for me." — Jean Get it from Amazon for $10.42+ (available in 11 colors and a pack of two). 26. A bottle of Blume's Meltdown Acne Oil to help combat acne-prone skin while still keeping your face moisturized. Use it directly on your face, or mix it in with your daily moisturizer and watch your skincare woes disappear. ✨ Don't worry, this is safe for sensitive skin *and* can be worn under your makeup. See why one TikToker is a fan here ! Blume is a BIPOC-, woman-, and family-owned small biz based in Vancouver that makes cruelty-free, vegan, and environmentally-friendly skincare in snazzy packaging. Promising review: "This oil is the closest thing to a 'cure' for breakouts that I have ever used! I have struggled my entire life with breakouts and have even been on Accutane three times. Since I’ve begun using Meltdown Oil, not only do I rarely get an outbreak, but if I do, it clears immediately with the application of the oil on the spot(s). This is the 'holy grail' for acne sufferers." — Pam S. Get it from Amazon or Blume for $28+ (available in two sizes). 27. A foundation brush designed to blend both liquid and powder makeup to give you that flawless base. Reviewers love it because unlike other brushes it doesn't absorb (and waste!) half the product instead of blending it on your face. Plus, it comes with a case! Check out a TikTok of the brush in action. Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok. I’m a middle-aged woman, so it’s difficult for me to admit that. I. LOVE. IT! It gives a flawless finish with little product. I have a compact foundation that comes with its own applicator sponge. I almost threw it out because I didn’t like the coverage. I tried this brush with it, and it’s perfect! It also comes in a plastic case, which is great because I travel a lot with my work, and my other brushes get damaged sometimes." — Thayel M. Caison Get it from Amazon for $5.94+ (available in 12 colors). 28. A Heatless Hair Curler to give you amazingly bouncy curls with no damage because there is no heat!! And it does its best work while you sleep! This heatless curler comes as a set, so you'll also get two matching silk scrunchies and a hair clip with purchase! The curler is also made with satin to help prevent tangled hair. Promising review: " I could not be more obsessed with this. I have stick-straight hair, and I'm a new mom. I love feeling glam but have about seven minutes to get ready every morning. I put these in when I go to sleep at night...They're comfy and only take two minutes to put in. And when I wake up, I pull them out in 15 seconds, mist with hairspray and I have bouncy curls for the rest of the day. Works better than curling iron for me!" — nikki liu Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in five colors/patterns). 29. A Maybelline multi-use concealer that can not only conceal, but contour and correct as well. It works so well, even your friends who were out with you all night will think you got like 10 hours of sleep. This concealer provides you with 12 hours of moisture and medium coverage. Promising review: "As its name implies, this product erases discolorations of the skin or dark circles under the eyes. I use this product every day to give my skin a more even tone and to get rid of those dark spots and circles on my face that come with age. An added perk is that the product also moisturizes, so it's a 2-in-1 tool. It is lightweight and yet provides total coverage of skin imperfections. Love this product!!" — Jessica Get it from Amazon for $7.56+ (available in 22 shades). 30. A Crease Piece creation kit to help you effortlessly create a cut crease (which is basically just adding contrast to your eyeshadow look). It may sound complicated, but with this little guy it's not — just hold it up to your eye, swipe on your eyeshadow, and you'll end up looking like Patrick Ta did your makeup for you! Crease Piece is a woman-owned small business founded by Brittney Foley after she went viral for using a spoon to create a cut crease . Since a spoon doesn't work for every eye shape, she decided to create the Crease Piece, which has three different-shaped sets that work for more people. The kit comes with one handle, one round crease set, one almond crease set, and one wing crease set. Check out a TikTok of the Crease Piece in action! Promising review: "I've only tried it once so far, the wing crease, but it worked great!! As with anything, there is a learning curve, and it requires a bit of practice to perfect it. But, overall, it is quite easy to use! I can't wait to try it out with other looks, colors, and styles! I'm happy with my purchase." — Melina Wagner Get it from Crease Piece for $24.99 . 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WASHINGTON — American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide Tuesday because of a technical problem just as the Christmas travel season kicked into overdrive and winter weather threatened more potential problems for those planning to fly or drive. Government regulators cleared American flights to get airborne about an hour after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a national ground stop for the airline. The order, which prevented planes from taking off, was issued at the airline's request after it experienced trouble with its flight operating system, or FOS. The airline blamed technology from one of its vendors. As a result, flights were delayed across American's major hubs, with only 36% of the airline's 3,901 domestic and international flights leaving on time, according to Cirium, an aviation analytics company; 51 flights were canceled. An American Airlines employee wearing looks toward quiet check-in counters Tuesday in the American terminal at Miami International Airport in Miami. Dennis Tajer, a spokesperson for the Allied Pilots Association, a union representing American Airlines pilots, said the airline told pilots at 7 a.m. Eastern that there was an outage affecting the FOS system. It handles different types of airline operations, including dispatch, flight planning, passenger boarding, as well as an airplane's weight and balance data, he said. Some components of FOS went down in the past, but a systemwide outage is rare, Tajer said. Hours after the ground stop was lifted, Tajer said the union had not heard about "chaos out there beyond just the normal heavy travel day." He said officials were watching for cascading effects, such as staffing problems. On social media, however, customers expressed frustration with delays that caused them or their family members to miss connecting flights. One person asked if American planned to hold flights for passengers to make connections, while others complained about the lack of assistance they said they received from the airline or gate agents. Travelers wait in line for security checks Tuesday at the Los Angeles International Airport in Los Angeles. Bobby Tighe, a real estate agent from Florida, said he would miss a family Christmas Eve party in New York because his American flight was repeatedly delayed. The delays made him miss a connecting flight, leaving him the choice of going to his destination — Westchester, N.Y. — on Christmas Day or taking another flight to Newark, N.J., scheduled to land Tuesday evening. He chose the latter. "I'm just going to take an Uber or Lyft to the airport I was originally supposed to go to, pick up my rental car and kind of restart everything tomorrow," Tighe said. He said his girlfriend was "going through the same exact situation" on her way from Dallas to New York. Cirium noted the vast majority of flights departed within two hours of their scheduled departure time. A similar percentage — 39% — arrived at their destinations as scheduled. Dallas-Fort Worth, New York's Kennedy Airport and Charlotte, North Carolina, saw the greatest number of delays, Cirium said. Washington, Chicago and Miami experienced considerably fewer delays. Meanwhile, the flight-tracking site FlightAware reported that 4,058 flights entering or leaving the U.S., or serving domestic destinations, were delayed, with 76 flights canceled. The site did not post any American Airlines flights Tuesday morning, but it showed in the afternoon that 961 American flights were delayed. Amid the travel problems, significant rain and snow were expected in the Pacific Northwest at least into Christmas Day. Showers and thunderstorms were developing in the South. Freezing rain was reported in the Mid-Atlantic region near Baltimore and Washington, and snow fell in New York. An American Airlines employee wearing a Santa Claus hat walks through the American terminal Tuesday at Miami International Airport in Miami. Because the holiday travel period lasts weeks, airports and airlines typically have smaller peak days than they do during the rush around Thanksgiving, but the grind of one hectic day followed by another takes a toll on flight crews. And any hiccups — a winter storm or a computer outage — can snowball into massive disruptions. That is how Southwest Airlines stranded 2 million travelers in December 2022, and Delta Air Lines suffered a smaller but significant meltdown after a worldwide technology outage in July caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. Many flights during the holidays are sold out, which makes cancellations even more disruptive than during slower periods. That is especially true for smaller budget airlines that have fewer flights and fewer options for rebooking passengers. Only the largest airlines, including American, Delta and United, have "interline agreements" that let them put stranded customers on another carrier's flights. This will be the first holiday season since a Transportation Department rule took effect that requires airlines to give customers automatic cash refunds for canceled or significantly delayed flights. Passengers still can ask to get rebooked, which is often a better option than a refund during peak travel periods. That's because finding a last-minute flight on another airline tends to be expensive. American Airlines employees check in travelers Tuesday in the American terminal at Miami International Airport in Miami. An American spokesperson said Tuesday was not a peak travel day for the airline — with about 2,000 fewer flights than the busiest days — so it had somewhat of a buffer to manage the delays. The Transportation Security Administration said it expected to screen 40 million passengers through Jan. 2. About 90% of Americans traveling far from home over the holidays will be in cars, according to AAA. Gasoline prices are similar to last year. The nationwide average Thursday was $3.04 a gallon, down from $3.13 a year ago, according to AAA. "It's not the destination, it's the journey," said American essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson. Ralph clearly was not among the travellers on one of more than 350 cancelled or 1,400 delayed flights after a worldwide tech outage caused by an update to Crowdstrike's "Falcon Sensor" software in July of 2023. U.S. airlines carried nearly 863 million travellers in 2023, with Canadian carriers accounting for another 150 million, many of whom experienced lost luggage, flight delays, cancellations, or were bumped off their flights. It's unclear how many of them were compensated for these inconveniences. Suffice it to say, posting a crabby rant on social media might temporarily soothe anger, but it won't put wasted money back in pockets. shares what to know in order to be compensated for the three most common air travel headaches. Bags elected to go on a vacay without you? Check off the following: If you expect a large payout, think again. Tariffs (air carrier contracts) limit the compensation amounts for "loss of, damage to, or the delay in delivery of baggage or other personal property." In the case of Air Canada, the maximum payout is $1,500 per passenger in the currency of the country where the baggage was processed. To raise that limit, purchase a Declaration of Higher Value for each leg of the trip. The charge is $0.50 for each $100, in which case the payout limit is $2,500. For Delta Air Lines, passengers are entitled to up to $3,800 in baggage compensation, though how much you'll receive depends on your flight. Delta will pay up to $2,080 for delayed, lost, and damaged baggage for international travellers, almost half of what U.S. domestic passengers can claim. If your flight is marked delayed for more than 30 minutes, approach the gate agent and politely request food and hotel vouchers to be used within the airport or nearby. Different air carriers and jurisdictions have their own compensation policies when flights are delayed or cancelled. For example, under European Union rules, passengers may receive up to 600 Euros, even when travelling on a non-EU carrier. Similarly, the DOT states that travellers are entitled to a refund "if the airline cancelled a flight, regardless of the reason, and the consumer chooses not to travel." However, US rules regarding delays are complicated. Some air carriers, such as Air Canada, do not guarantee their flight schedules. They're also not liable for cancellations or changes due to "force majeure" such as weather conditions or labour disruptions. If the delay is overnight, only out-of-town passengers will be offered hotel accommodation. Nevertheless, many airlines do offer some compensation for the inconvenience. If your flight is marked delayed for more than 30 minutes, approach the gate agent and politely request food and hotel vouchers to be used within the airport or nearby. In terms of cash compensation, what you'll get can differ significantly based on things like departure location, time, carrier, and ticket class. The DOT offers a helpful designed to keep travellers informed about their compensation rights. The dashboard is particularly helpful because, as the DOT states on its website, "whether you are entitled to a refund depends on a lot of factors—such as the length of the delay, the length of the flight, and your particular circumstances." The Canadian Transportation Agency is proposing air passenger protection regulations that guarantee financial compensation to travellers experiencing flight delays and cancellations, with the level of compensation varying depending on the situation and how much control the air carrier had. The proposed regulations include the following: The airline is obligated to complete the passenger's itinerary. If the new ticket is for a lower class of service, the air carrier would have to refund the cost difference; if the booking is in a higher class of service, passengers cannot be charged extra. If the passenger declines the ticket, the airline must give a full refund, in addition to the prescribed compensation. For overnight delays, the air carrier needs to provide hotel accommodation and transportation free-of-charge. Again, if you are unsatisfied, the Canadian Transportation Agency or Department of Transportation may advocate on your behalf. Passengers get bumped because airlines overbook. When this happens, the air carrier must compensate you. For international flights in the US, the rate is 200% of your one-way fare to your final destination, with a $675 maximum. If the airline does not make travel arrangements for you, the payout is 400% of your one-way fare to a maximum of $1,350. To qualify, you must check-in by the stated deadline, which on international flights can be up to 3 hours ahead. Keep in mind that if you accept the cash, you are no longer entitled to any further compensation, nor are you guaranteed to be rebooked on a direct flight or similar type of seat. Don't be too quick to give up your boarding pass. Negotiate for the best compensation deal that would include cash, food and hotel vouchers, flight upgrade, lounge passes, as well as mileage points. But avoid being too greedy—if the gate attendant is requesting volunteers and you wait too long, you'll miss the offer. According to Air Canada's tariff, if a passenger is involuntarily bumped, they'll receive $200, in cash or bank draft, for up to a two-hour delay; $400 for a 2-6 hours delay; and $800 if the delay is over six hours. (Air Canada was forced to raise its payouts in 2013 due to passenger complaints.) The new rules would raise the payout significantly: $900 for up to six hours; $1,800 for 6-9; and $2,400 for more than nine hours, all to be paid within 48 hours. Statistically speaking, Delta Airlines is the carrier most likely to bump. A few years ago, Delta raised its payout maximum to $9,950, while United Airlines tops out at $10,000. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
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Read more here.(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Sunday, Dec. 22 COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 1 p.m. ESPN — Illinois vs. Missouri, St. Louis SECN — Kent St. at Alabama 2 p.m. ACCN — American U. at Virginia BTN — Detroit at Wisconsin 3 p.m. ESPN — Brown at Kansas ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Oregon St. vs. Charleston, Quarterfinal, Honolulu 3:30 p.m. SECN — Charleston Southern at Georgia 4 p.m. ACCN — Rider at NC State BTN — Southern U. at Southern Cal 5:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Loyola of Chicago vs. Oakland, Quarterfinal, Honolulu 6 p.m. ACCN — LeMoyne at Notre Dame 7 p.m. FS1 — Georgetown vs. Seton Hall, Newark, N.J. 9 p.m. ESPN — Diamond Head Classic: Nebraska vs. Murray St., Quarterfinal, Honolulu 11:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Charlotte vs. Hawaii, Quarterfinal, Honolulu COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) 3 p.m. ABC — NCAA Tournament: Louisville vs. Penn St., Championship, Louisville, Ky. GOLF 11:30 a.m. GOLF — PGA Tour: The PNC Championship, Day 2, Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Fla. 1:30 p.m. NBC — PGA Tour: The PNC Championship, Day 2, Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Fla. HORSE RACING 3 p.m. FS1 — NYRA: America’s Day at the Races NBA G-LEAGUE BASKETBALL 10:30 a.m. NBATV — Winter Showcase: Indiana vs. Texas, Orlando, Fla. 1 p.m. NBATV — Winter Showcase: College Park vs. Osceola, Orlando, Fla. 7:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Winter Showcase: TBD, Championship, Orlando, Fla. NFL FOOTBALL 1 p.m. CBS — Regional Coverage: Tennessee at Indianapolis, L.A. Rams at N.Y. Jets, Cleveland at Cincinnati FOX — Regional Coverage: N.Y. Giants at Atlanta, Detroit at Chicago, Philadelphia at Washington, Arizona at Carolina 4:05 p.m. FOX — Minnesota at Seattle 4:25 p.m. CBS — Regional Coverage: New England at Buffalo, Jacksonville at Las Vegas, San Francisco at Miami 8:20 p.m. NBC — Tampa Bay at Dallas PEACOCK — Tampa Bay at Dallas NHL HOCKEY 12:30 p.m. NHLN — Carolina at N.Y. Rangers 8 p.m. NHLN — Seattle at Colorado SNOWBOARDING 4:30 p.m. NBC — FIS: World Cup, Copper Mountain, Colo. SOCCER (MEN’S) 8:35 a.m. FS2 — The French Cup: Olympique de Marseille at AS Saint-Étienne, Round of 64 9 a.m. USA — Premier League: Chelsea at Everton 11:30 a.m. USA — Premier League: Liverpool at Tottenham Hotspur Noon CBSSN — Serie A: Empoli at Atalanta 2:50 p.m. FS2 — The French Cup: Paris Saint-Germain at RC Lens, Round of 64 TENNIS 11 a.m. TENNIS — Next Gen ATP Finals: Final The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive TV listings provided by LiveSportsOnTV .
Memorial service for former Premier John Horgan on Dec. 15
Trump convinced Republicans to overlook his misconduct. But can he do the same for his nominees?Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. BAM-T has pulled its €6.45-billion ($9.5-billion) offer to take Spanish drug maker Grifols SA private after failing to agree on the purchase price, walking away from the specialist pharmaceutical company that has expanded its business into Canada. The private equity arm of Brookfield teamed up with the founding family behind Grifols to table a non-binding joint proposal to the Grifols board earlier in November, after months of negotiations. The proposal and its tentative offer price was publicly disclosed on Nov. 19, but Grifols resisted the takeover, suggesting the offer significantly undervalued the company. The deadlock over the offer price came after months of talks and work to raise financing for a deal, and in spite of support from the Grifols family, who own nearly 30 per cent of the multinational pharmaceutical company’s shares. Grifols specializes in producing blood plasma-based products, which are part of life-saving medicines used to treat people with compromised immune systems from cancer treatment, autoimmune disorders or other reasons. Its push into Canada has included a controversial partnership with Canadian Blood Services to pay plasma donors, even though the national charity typically relies on voluntary donors. “After extensive due diligence,” and considering the company’s reaction to the potential offer, “this morning Brookfield informed the Grifols Transaction Committee that in the current circumstances it is not in a position to continue with a potential offer for Grifols,” Brookfield said in a regulatory statement on Wednesday. Spokespeople for Grifols did not immediately respond to a request for comment. But a Grifols family spokesperson confirmed Brookfield’s withdrawal to Reuters News, citing “a discrepancy over the price.” It is not clear if talks could be rekindled or if Brookfield could consider making a new bid. Grifols shares fell 9 per cent to €9.69 on a Spanish stock exchange on Wednesday. Bloomberg News first reported Brookfield’s decision to withdraw its proposal. Grifols became an attractive takeover target earlier this year after a short-seller, Gotham City Research, accused the company of overstating its earnings and understating its debt, contributing to a plunge in the company’s share price. The company denied wrongdoing but made changes to its governance, leadership and regulatory reporting. In spite of that pressure from investors, Grifols has a strong position in the health care market after years of rising demand from a number of countries for immunoglobin, which is used to treat sick patients. It is one of only three major global companies that specializes in plasma. The Spanish company has pushed into new countries including Canada and Egypt by striking public-private partnerships, a strategy that sets it apart from its main rivals, Australia’s CSL Ltd. and Japan’s Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. Grifols’s status as an agent for Canadian Blood Services helped it sidestep a ban on paying for plasma in Ontario, but other provinces such as British Columbia have resisted allowing it to operate. With a report from Reuters News.
By ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump promised on Tuesday to “vigorously pursue” capital punishment after President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of most people on federal death row partly to stop Trump from pushing forward their executions. 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Biden said converting their punishments to life imprisonment was consistent with the moratorium imposed on federal executions in cases other than terrorism and hate-motivated mass murder. “Joe Biden just commuted the Death Sentence on 37 of the worst killers in our Country,” he wrote on his social media site. “When you hear the acts of each, you won’t believe that he did this. Makes no sense. Relatives and friends are further devastated. They can’t believe this is happening!” Presidents historically have no involvement in dictating or recommending the punishments that federal prosecutors seek for defendants in criminal cases, though Trump has long sought more direct control over the Justice Department’s operations. The president-elect wrote that he would direct the department to pursue the death penalty “as soon as I am inaugurated,” but was vague on what specific actions he may take and said they would be in cases of “violent rapists, murderers, and monsters.” He highlighted the cases of two men who were on federal death row for slaying a woman and a girl, had admitted to killing more and had their sentences commuted by Biden. On the campaign trail, Trump often called for expanding the federal death penalty — including for those who kill police officers, those convicted of drug and human trafficking, and migrants who kill U.S. citizens. “Trump has been fairly consistent in wanting to sort of say that he thinks the death penalty is an important tool and he wants to use it,” said Douglas Berman, an expert on sentencing at Ohio State University’s law school. “But whether practically any of that can happen, either under existing law or other laws, is a heavy lift.” Berman said Trump’s statement at this point seems to be just a response to Biden’s commutation. “I’m inclined to think it’s still in sort of more the rhetoric phase. Just, ‘don’t worry. The new sheriff is coming. I like the death penalty,’” he said. Most Americans have historically supported the death penalty for people convicted of murder, according to decades of annual polling by Gallup, but support has declined over the past few decades. About half of Americans were in favor in an October poll, while roughly 7 in 10 Americans backed capital punishment for murderers in 2007. Before Biden’s commutation, there were 40 federal death row inmates compared with more than 2,000 who have been sentenced to death by states. “The reality is all of these crimes are typically handled by the states,” Berman said. A question is whether the Trump administration would try to take over some state murder cases, such as those related to drug trafficking or smuggling. He could also attempt to take cases from states that have abolished the death penalty. Berman said Trump’s statement, along with some recent actions by states, may present an effort to get the Supreme Court to reconsider a precedent that considers the death penalty disproportionate punishment for rape. “That would literally take decades to unfold. It’s not something that is going to happen overnight,” Berman said. Before one of Trump’s rallies on Aug. 20, his prepared remarks released to the media said he would announce he would ask for the death penalty for child rapists and child traffickers. But Trump never delivered the line. One of the men Trump highlighted on Tuesday was ex-Marine Jorge Avila Torrez, who was sentenced to death for killing a sailor in Virginia and later pleaded guilty to the fatal stabbing of an 8-year-old and a 9-year-old girl in a suburban Chicago park several years before. The other man, Thomas Steven Sanders, was sentenced to death for the kidnapping and slaying of a 12-year-old girl in Louisiana, days after shooting the girl’s mother in a wildlife park in Arizona. Court records show he admitted to both killings. Some families of victims expressed anger with Biden’s decision, but the president had faced pressure from advocacy groups urging him to make it more difficult for Trump to increase the use of capital punishment for federal inmates. The ACLU and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops were some of the groups that applauded the decision. Biden left three federal inmates to face execution. They are Dylann Roof, who carried out the 2015 racist slayings of nine Black members of Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina; 2013 Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev ; and Robert Bowers, who fatally shot 11 congregants at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Synagogue in 2018 , the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S history. Associated Press writers Jill Colvin, Michelle L. Price and Eric Tucker contributed to this report.
St. Petersburg council approves $23M repair to hurricane-ravaged Tropicana Field roofVegas Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy became the winningest coach in Golden Knights history following his team’s 3-1 victory against the Anaheim Ducks at T-Mobile Arena on Monday. Cassidy surpassed first-year coach Gerard Gallant with the most wins at 119. He led the Golden Knights to their first Stanley Cup in the 2022-23 season. “I came here with the intention to help this team win and win a Stanley Cup. We were able to do that the first year. I’d like to do it again,” Cassidy said. “You’re going to end up accumulating some wins along the way. I got a ton of respect for ‘Turk.’ Great coach in this league. Me and Pete [DeBoer] are good friends. We’re going to be on the Hockey Canada staff. Another great coach in this league. Happy to be considered in the same company as those two, to be perfectly honest. It’s a nice individual accomplishment for you. Most of these ones you appreciate when you’re done and look back. But again, proud of the work we’ve done here. We’re working on the next one.” The accomplishment wasn’t lost on Golden Knights players, such as forward Keegan Kolesar . “He holds us to a high standard,” Kolesar said. “It’s every day, and that’s what we need as a group. We have a very good group here. Just as humans, like I said before, sometimes complacency can slip in. He does a good job of keeping that out of our game.” Paul Delos Santos is the Las Vegas sports insider for Dice City Sports. Follow him on X at @PaulDelos_ . This article first appeared on Dice City Sports and was syndicated with permission.Exelon Corp. stock underperforms Tuesday when compared to competitors despite daily gains
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