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Cash position at over $125 Million in just under 7 months as a public company Financing provides cash runway to expedite cutting-edge portable nuclear microreactor technologies, auxiliary businesses, seek complimentary acquisitions and drive growth towards initial revenue generation New York, N.Y., Nov. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or “the Company”) , a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing portable, clean energy solutions, today announced the closing of a private placement with three accredited institutional investors for gross proceeds of approximately $60 million to NANO Nuclear, before deducting offering expenses. In the private placement, NANO Nuclear sold 2,500,002 shares of common stock and five-year warrants to purchase an aggregate of up to an additional 2,500,002 shares of common stock, or 100% warrant coverage, at a combined purchase price of $24.00 for each share and associated warrant. The warrants are exercisable for $26.00 per share. The proceeds from this financing significantly augments NANO Nuclear’s cash on hand to over $125 million. With this cash on hand, NANO Nuclear will be able to more readily advance and expedite its cutting-edge microreactors, auxiliary businesses, seek complimentary acquisitions and drive growth towards initial revenue generation. “We are humbled to be supported by a growing number of institutional investors,” said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear Energy. “We will continue to work extremely hard to establish NANO Nuclear as one of the leaders in the U.S. advanced nuclear energy market. With over $125 Million now in our treasury, we are positioned for rapid growth, to drive stockholder value and to realize our vision of becoming a leading, diversified, and vertically integrated advanced nuclear energy company.” The Benchmark Company, LLC acted as sole placement agent for the transaction. The securities sold in the private placement have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the SEC or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements. The Company has agreed to file, by January 15, 2025, a registration statement with the SEC covering the resale of the shares of common stock and shares of common stock underlying the warrants issued in the private placement. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc. NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is an advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable microreactor technology, (ii) nuclear fuel fabrication, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services. NANO Nuclear believes it is the first portable nuclear microreactor company to be listed publicly in the U.S. Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear’s products in technical development are “ZEUS”, a solid core battery reactor, and “ODIN”, a low-pressure coolant reactor , each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors. Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT) , a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world aiming to build a North American transportation company that will provide commercial quantities of HALEU fuel to small modular reactors, microreactor companies, national laboratories, military, and DOE programs. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy. Assuming development and commercialization, AFT is expected to form part of the only vertically integrated nuclear fuel business of its kind in North America. HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF) , a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear’s own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry. NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS) , a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear’s developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS’ initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon's surface. For more corporate information please visit: https://NanoNuclearEnergy.com/ For further information, please contact: Email: IR@NANONuclearEnergy.com Business Tel: (212) 634-9206 PLEASE FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES HERE: NANO Nuclear Energy LINKEDIN NANO Nuclear Energy YOUTUBE NANO Nuclear Energy TWITTER Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements This news release and statements of NANO Nuclear’s management in connection with this news release or related events contain or may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements (including statements related to the closing, and the anticipated benefits to the Company, of the private placement described herein) related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "plans", "believes", “potential”, "will", "should", "could", "would" or "may" and other words of similar meaning. These forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management's current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”) or related state nuclear fuel licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays and the development of competitive technology, (iii) our ability to obtain contracts and funding to be able to continue operations, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology in the timelines we anticipate, if ever, (v) risks related to the impact of government regulation and policies including by the DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, including those associated with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the operating an early stage business a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov and at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings . Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.TORONTO, Dec. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Timbercreek Alternatives LP, a subsidiary of Timbercreek Capital, and Aspen Properties today announced the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the 1 Palliser Square Office Building in Calgary, Alberta for the purpose of converting approximately 418,000 square feet of office into 418 residential units and amenities. 1 Palliser Square is a 27-storey, vacant B-class office building centrally located next to the Calgary Tower, with direct access to residential amenities, entertainment and transit. The project is part of the City of Calgary’s Downtown Development Incentive Program designed to transform vacant office space into new rental housing stock. The acquisition was completed though a joint venture called 1 Palliser Square LP (the “LP”). As part of the acquisition, the LP completed a private placement offering of units for total proceeds of approximately $21.6 million. Raymond James Ltd. and Canaccord Genuity Corp. acted as co-lead agents and joint bookrunners on behalf of a syndicate of agents, which included, Richardson Wealth Limited, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. and iA Private Wealth Inc. Founded in 2000, Timbercreek is one of Canada’s leading alternative asset class investment managers, focused on debt and equity investments in high-quality, value-add commercial real estate in Canada, the United States and Europe. Through active and direct investment, Timbercreek employs a thematic approach to deliver compelling risk-adjusted returns for their investors and partners, leveraging the diversified expertise and relationships of their highly experienced team to invest capital across a wide range of asset classes. Timbercreek’s team of 50+ investment professionals have extensive domain expertise in these markets and combine an entrepreneurial growth focus with institutional risk management. Since 2000, the Timbercreek team has deployed more than $18 billion in equity and debt investments focused on value-add real estate, on behalf of their broad range of capital partners. Timbercreek has offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, New York, Dallas and Dublin. Aspen Properties is a fully integrated and privately held boutique real estate company with over 25 years of experience in owning and managing real estate in downtown Calgary and Edmonton. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Aspen is committed to creating and delivering inspiring amenity-rich real estate with innovative technology and processes that help people thrive and contribute to the development and sustainability of the communities they serve. Together with their investment partners, Aspen Properties owns and manages approximately 4.25 million square feet of office space and nearly 3,800 parking spaces in downtown Calgary and Edmonton. Aspen’s portfolio is comprised of 15 buildings—eleven in Calgary, three in Edmonton and a development site in Calgary. Timbercreek Alternatives Fraser McEwen President Aspen Properties Scott Hutcheson Executive Chair of the BoardAlberta to end use of photo radar on provincial highways as of April 1 EDMONTON — Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. Lisa Johnson, The Canadian Press Dec 2, 2024 3:37 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Alberta’s transportation minister says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. Dreeshen speaks with reporters in Calgary on Thursday, May 19, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh EDMONTON — Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. The province also plans over the coming months to review "cash cows” – photo radar spots that appear to prioritize money-making over safety -- with the goal of shutting down 70 per cent of the current 2,200 sites. Dreeshen says far too often photo radar penalizes drivers without improving road safety, adding the province doesn’t intend to offer extra cash to make municipalities whole from the lost photo radar revenue. “The whole point of getting rid of these cash cow locations is to make sure that photo radar is used as a traffic safety tool and not as a revenue generator,” Dreeshen told a news conference Monday. Photo radar will continue to be allowed in school zones, playground zones and construction sites, but beyond these areas, local governments will have to submit their case and show evidence of higher collision rates. At intersections equipped with cameras, running a red light could still net a driver a ticket, but speeding on green will not - starting in the spring. Kara Westerlund, president of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta, applauded the move. “Our communities have called for change, and I’m proud to say that this government has listened,” she said at the government news conference. Alberta Municipalities president Tyler Gandam said his organization supports local governments using automated traffic enforcement for safety reasons, since the data shows it reduces deaths, injuries and property damage. "It's improving safety in the communities, no question," Gandam said in an interview, adding the government's decision is about political points because getting tickets is unpopular. "If you don't like photo radar, just stop speeding," he said. Gandam said forcing municipalities to go through another approval process represents more bureaucracy from a government that prides itself on cutting red tape. He said photo radar revenue makes up a small portion of any municipality's budget. For him, the issue is about safety, including that of the police officers who will need to enforce traffic safety. Dreeshen said the province has seen a "mixed bag" of data measuring photo radar's effect on collision numbers. "There's lots of folks that will say photo radar is needed to keep these streets safe, but we've also seen municipalities, when they remove photo radar, that we've actually seen safer streets," he said. "We're not banning speed limits," he said. Opposition NDP critic Lorne Dach told reporters Dreeshen's move doesn't appear to be supported by evidence. "The decision-making here seems to be basically based on the minister's decision about popularity rather than public safety data," said Dach. NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi said the government is adding red tape, and that municipalities, including Calgary, use photo radar funding to pay for policing. "If this government wants municipalities to increase property taxes for their largest budget item, they should just say so," he said. The United Conservative Party government has been placing restrictions on photo radar sites in stages. All photo radar sites were removed from ring roads in Calgary and Edmonton last December. Dreeshen said that's shown good results, in part because drivers aren't taken off guard by having to suddenly slow down and disrupt traffic. In 2019, the UCP increased the province’s share of photo radar revenue to 40 per cent from 27. That fiscal year, the revenue generated was $203 million across the province. By last year, total revenue was down to $145 million, Dreeshen said Monday. "At the end of the day, this is going to be a hit to the province (financially) as well." Among the top five revenue-generating sites listed by the government in 2023, four are in Edmonton and area, each collecting between $2.1 million and almost $6 million per year. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 2, 2024. Lisa Johnson, The Canadian Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? 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AP News Summary at 6:10 p.m. ESTFederal appeals court upholds law requiring sale or ban of TikTok in the US A federal appeals court panel on Friday unanimously upheld a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in a few short months, handing a resounding defeat to the popular social media platform as it fights for its survival in the U.S. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the law - which requires TikTok to break ties with its China-based parent company ByteDance or be banned by mid-January — is constitutional, rebuffing TikTok’s challenge that the statute ran afoul of the First Amendment and unfairly targeted the platform. TikTok and ByteDance — another plaintiff in the lawsuit — are expected to appeal to the Supreme Court. Police believe the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO quickly left NYC on a bus after shooting NEW YORK (AP) — Police officials say the gunman who killed the CEO of the largest U.S. health insurer likely left New York City on a bus soon after fleeing the scene on a bicycle and hopping in a cab. Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny says video of the gunman fleeing Wednesday’s shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson showed him riding through Central Park and later taking a taxi to a bus terminal, directly across from New Jersey. Investigators also believe the shooter left his backpack in Central Park and are searching for it. Police have video of the man entering the bus station but no video of him exiting. Trump offers a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead the Pentagon WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is offering a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled choice to lead the Pentagon. Hegseth's ability to win confirmation by the Senate is wavering as he faces questions over allegations of excessive drinking, sexual assault and his views on women in combat. Trump posted on social media that Hegseth is a winner “and there is nothing that can be done to change that.” Hegseth spent much of the week on Capitol Hill trying to salvage his Cabinet nomination and reassure Republican senators that he is fit to lead the Pentagon. One critical senator, Republican Joni Ernst, said Friday that Hegseth deserves a “fair hearing.” IAEA chief: Iran is poised to 'quite dramatically' increase stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium MANAMA, Bahrain (AP) — Iran is poised to “quite dramatically” increase its stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium. That's according to comments by the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency on Friday. Rafael Mariano Grossi spoke in Bahrain, on the sidelines of the International Institute of Strategic Studies’ Manama Dialogue. He says Iran had begun preparing advanced centrifuge cascades to spin at nuclear facilities to increase its supply of 60% enriched uranium. That kind of material is a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels of 90%. Grossi says this is “very concerning." Iran did not immediately acknowledge the preparations, which Grossi said had begun on Friday. Inspectors hope to examine what’s going on. US added a strong 227,000 jobs in November in bounce-back from October slowdown WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s job market rebounded in November, adding 227,000 workers in a solid recovery from the previous month, when the effects of strikes and hurricanes had sharply diminished employers’ payrolls. Last month’s hiring growth was up considerably from a meager gain of 36,000 jobs in October. The government also revised up its estimate of job growth in September and October by a combined 56,000. Friday’s report also showed that the unemployment rate ticked up from 4.1% in October to a still-low 4.2%. The November data provided the latest evidence that the U.S. job market remains durable even though it has lost significant momentum from the 2021-2023 hiring boom, when the economy was rebounding from the pandemic recession. Trump taps forceful ally of hard-line immigration policies to head Customs and Border Protection WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump's immigration and border team is filling out. Trump has announced a former Border Patrol chief, Rodney Scott, to head the Customs and Border Protection agency. Scott is a career Border Patrol agent who rose to head the agency during Trump's first term. He's been a vocal supporter of tougher enforcement measures. At CBP he'll head a department of roughly 60,000 employees responsible for protecting the country’s borders while also facilitating trade and travel. Trump also said he’d nominate Caleb Vitello as acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the agency that, among other things, arrests migrants in the U.S. illegally. Vitello is a career ICE official with more than 23 years in the agency. Romania's top court annuls first round of presidential vote won by far-right candidate BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — A top Romanian court has annulled the first round of the country’s presidential election, days after declassified intelligence alleged Russia ran a coordinated online campaign to promote the far-right outsider who won the first round. Friday's unprecedented and final decision by the Constitutional Court came after President Klaus Iohannis declassified intelligence on Wednesday that alleged Russia ran a sprawling campaign comprising thousands of social media accounts to promote Calin Georgescu across platforms like TikTok and Telegram. Despite being a huge outsider who declared zero campaign spending, Georgescu emerged as the frontrunner on Nov. 24. He was due to face reformist Elena Lasconi of the Save Romania Union party in a runoff on Sunday. Crews recover the body of a woman from a Pennsylvania sinkhole after a 4-day search Police say the remains of a woman who fell into a sinkhole have been recovered four days after she went missing while searching for her cat. Trooper Steve Limani said Friday that the body of 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard was sent to the Westmoreland County Coroner’s Office for an autopsy. Pollard disappeared while looking for her cat on Monday evening, and authorities found her car close to what is thought to be a newly opened sinkhole above a long abandoned coal mine a few hours later. The sinkhole is in the village of Marguerite, about 40 miles east of Pittsburgh. Jury will consider lesser charge in NYC subway chokehold case, judge dismisses manslaughter charge NEW YORK (AP) — The judge overseeing the trial of a man accused of using a deadly chokehold on an unruly subway passenger has dismissed the top charge in the case at the request of prosecutors, allowing the jury to consider a lesser count after the panel indicated it was deadlocked on whether Daniel Penny was guilty of manslaughter. The judge’s decision on Friday came hours after Manhattan jurors sent him a note saying they were unable to agree on a manslaughter verdict. Penny is facing charges of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, who Penny held in a chokehold for about six minutes on a New York City subway in 2023. Vance tells residents in hurricane-stricken North Carolina that they haven't been forgotten FAIRVIEW, N.C. (AP) — Vice President-elect JD Vance is surveying hurricane damage in western North Carolina in one of his first public appearances since the November election. Vance and his wife, Usha, visited the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department, which was flooded with 4 to 6 inches of water in the storm. They heard that roughly a dozen people contracted walking pneumonia while responding to the hurricane's destruction and that power outages prevented some first responders from talking with their families. Vance said, “My simple message to the people of Appalachia is that we haven’t forgotten you — we love you.” Vance has largely stayed out of the public eye since the election aside from shepherding Trump’s Cabinet nominees around Capitol Hill.

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Daily Post Nigeria FG releases final list of successful applicants for Fire Service recruitment Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News FG releases final list of successful applicants for Fire Service recruitment Published on December 7, 2024 By John Gabriel The Federal Government has released the final list of successful candidates who applied for recruitment into the Federal Fire Service in late 2023. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday and signed by the Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board, Ja’afaru Ahmed. According to the statement, the names of successful candidates have been uploaded to the board’s portal. He advised candidates who applied for recruitment into the Federal Fire Service to visit the board’s portal at cdcfib.career from Monday, December 9, 2024. Candidates are advised to check if they were successful in the final stage of the recruitment exercise and proceed to print their invitation letters. According to the statement, the final documentation exercise for the successful candidates would be held at the Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau Conference Center, Nigerian Correctional Service, National Headquarters in Abuja, between December 9 and 21, 2024. Successful applicants are advised to appear in white tops and shorts. They are also to come along with originals and photocopies of their credentials. Related Topics: Fire Service Don't Miss Intensify efforts to end terrorism — COAS Oluyede urges troops You may like Kwara fire service saves N17b property in four months Eight vehicles involved in Ibadan petrol tanker inferno – Fire Service We saved property worth billions of naira in Ibadan market inferno – Fire Service Nigerian govt announces new date to complete Immigration, Fire Service recruitments FCT Fire Service bans traders from sleeping in markets Kwara: AC explosion behind UITH inferno – Fire Service Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media LtdThe power of working together

Consolidated Lithium Metals Inc. ( CVE:CLM – Get Free Report ) shares traded up 50% during trading on Thursday . The stock traded as high as C$0.02 and last traded at C$0.02. 1,150,000 shares changed hands during trading, an increase of 161% from the average session volume of 440,764 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$0.01. Consolidated Lithium Metals Price Performance The company’s fifty day moving average price is C$0.02 and its 200 day moving average price is C$0.02. The company has a market capitalization of C$3.56 million, a P/E ratio of -1.00 and a beta of 0.10. The company has a quick ratio of 0.06, a current ratio of 2.04 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 15.38. About Consolidated Lithium Metals ( Get Free Report ) Consolidated Lithium Metals Inc engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties in Canada. It explores for lithium, molybdenum, tantalum, and diamond deposits. The company holds interests in the Vallée lithium project located in the La Corne and Fiedmont townships; the Preissac La Corne Lithium portfolio located in the La Motte, La Corne, Figuery, and Landrienne townships; and the Baillargé Lithium-Molybdenite project located in Quebec. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Consolidated Lithium Metals Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Consolidated Lithium Metals and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

Tributes were paid to the former Scottish first minister, who died suddenly in North Macedonia in October at the age of 69. A private family funeral has already taken place, with Saturday’s memorial service in Edinburgh held to celebrate his love of Scotland and his commitment to the cause of independence. But while some 500 people, including family, friends and politicians from across the spectrum attended the service at St Giles’ Cathedral, his successor Nicola Sturgeon was not present. A rift between her and Mr Salmond – who she had previously described as her mentor – developed during her term as SNP leader. Ms Sturgeon attended the funeral of Scottish comedian Janey Godley in Glasgow on Saturday morning. Her successor, Mr Swinney, was met with boos as he arrived at the service – held on St Andrew’s Day – with at least one person in the crowd outside on the Royal Mile shouting “traitor”. Mr Salmond stood down as SNP leader and first minister after the 2014 referendum in which Scots voted to stay part of the UK. He helped found and went on to lead another pro-independence party, Alba, with Kenny MacAskill, a long-time friend who served as justice secretary in Holyrood under Mr Salmond. Mr MacAskill, now the acting Alba leader, told the congregation – which included Mr Salmond’s widow Moira as well as Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar, former Labour first minister Henry McLeish and Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay – that Mr Salmond had been a “giant of man”. Mr MacAskill, who quit the SNP to join Alba, hailed Mr Salmond as “an inspiration, a political genius” and being “most of all a man who had the cause of independence burned into his heart and seared in his soul”. The cause of independence was Mr Salmond’s “guiding light, his north star”, the former justice secretary said, adding that “he came so close to achieving it”. He added: “Those of us who share his dream must conclude that journey on his behalf. That’s the legacy he’d expect and the duty we owe him.” Recalling Mr Salmond’s words from when he stood down as first minister that “the dream shall never die”, Mr MacAskill concluded his address with the words: “Your dream shall be delivered.” Former Conservative Brexit minister and long-time friend of Mr Salmond, David Davis, gave a reading as did former Scottish government minister SNP MSP Fergus Ewing. Scottish folk singer Dougie MacLean performed his famous song Caledonia, while singer Sheena Wellington led mourners in a rendition of Robert Burns’ classic A Man’s A Man For A’ That. Scottish rock duo the Proclaimers were applauded for their performance of Cap in Hand – a pro-independence song which features the line “I can’t understand why we let someone else rule our land, cap in hand”. Brothers Craig and Charlie Reid said: “We’re going to do this for Alex, with love and respect and eternal gratitude for everything you did for our country.” Christina Hendry described her Uncle Alex as a “political giant, a strong leader, a fearless campaigner” but also remembered his as a “dearly loved husband, brother and uncle”. While she said he had been “the top man in Scotland”, he had “always made time for his family”, recalling how he phoned her brother on his birthday – the day after the Scottish independence referendum in 2014 – to apologise for not posting a card “as he’d been busy”, before telling them he would “resigning in 10 minutes”. She told the congregation: “As his family, we always felt loved no matter how far away he was or the time that passed before we saw him next. “We always knew he was standing up for our country, and for that we were grateful.” Ms Hendry continued: “The world will be a much quieter place without Uncle Alex, for Moira, for the wider family and for Scotland. “Uncle Alex passing means a great loss for many. A loss of Scotland’s voice on the international stage. A loss of integrity in Scottish politics. And a great loss to Scotland’s independence movement. “As a family it is likely a loss we will never get over.” Duncan Hamilton KC, who was an SNP MSP after the first Scottish Parliament elections, but also served as a political adviser and legal counsel to Mr Salmond, said the former first minister had “rightly been hailed as one of the greatest Scottish politicians of this, or any, generation”. He told how Mr Salmond took the SNP from being “a fringe act trying to get onto the main stage” to a party of government. “In Scottish politics, his success was both spectacular and unrivalled,” Mr Hamilton said. “Alex Salmond will forever be a pivotal figure in Scotland’s story. He changed a nation. He inspired a country. “History will certainly remember him as a man of talent, charisma and substance. But also as a political leader of courage, vision and intelligence. “He dared to dream. And so should we.” As the service finished the crowd gathered outside applauded and chanted “Alex, Alex” before singing Flower Of Scotland.As part of its preparations for the 2025 Hajj operations, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has completed screening of airlines and cargo companies that applied for the airlift of Nigerian pilgrims and their luggage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the spiritual exercise. The 32-member screening committee, chaired by NAHCON Commissioner in charge of Operations, Inspectorate, and Licensing, Prince Anofi Elegushi, completed the screening exercise on Thursday, December 5. Its members comprised NAHCON Board members; some staff of the Commission; Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA); Federal Aviation Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and representatives of State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Boards. The committee, which was inaugurated by NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, on November 26, commenced the weeklong screening exercise, which was held at the Hajj House headquarters of the commission in Abuja, on November 27. It was tasked with the responsibility of, among others, selecting reliable and efficient airlines and cargo companies that meet international safety, regulatory, and operational standards. It was gathered that the exercise involved a comprehensive evaluation of prospective airlines and cargo companies with a view to ensuring that they meet NAHCON’s stringent requirements, including verification of licenses, operational permits as well as certifications from NCAA, International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). The screening committee also evaluated safety records of the airlines and cargo companies, as well as their adherence to international aviation safety standards, and reviewed their onboard services for pilgrims, including seating arrangements, meal options, and medical assistance. It also examined the airliners and cargo companies’ past performance in Hajj operations, focusing on punctuality, customer service, and compliance with guidelines. It was further learned that the committee took all the necessary measures in reviewing and evaluating all the necessary documents required and submitted by the airlines and cargo companies that applied to be selected for next year’s Hajj operations. Thirteen applicants, including three foreign-based airliners: Max Air Limited; Flynas (Saudi designated); Air Peace Limited; Flyadeal (Saudi designated); Gyro Air Limited; Trebet Aviation; Umrah Air Limited (Ethiopian Airline); Value Jet; Umza Aviation Services Limited; Aglow Aviation Support Services Limited; Kiswah Logistics Services Limited; Sokodeke and CargoZeal Technologies, were screened by the committee. With the completion of the screening exercise, NAHCON will now forward recommendations of technical partners based on outcome of the screening to the Presidency, which is expected to communicate the approved airlines and cargo companies to the Hajj body. NAHCON is then expected to announce successful airlines and cargo companies to be engaged for the 2025 Hajj operations, after which contracts will be signed with them to facilitate timely preparations for the 2025 Hajj operations. READ MORE FROM: NIGERIAN TRIBUNE Get real-time news updates from Tribune Online! Follow us on WhatsApp for breaking news, exclusive stories and interviews, and much more. Join our WhatsApp Channel nowThis ALDI product reveals the Christmas trend we all do

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama A&M fired football coach Connell Maynor after seven seasons on Monday. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama A&M fired football coach Connell Maynor after seven seasons on Monday. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama A&M fired football coach Connell Maynor after seven seasons on Monday. Athletic director Paul A. Bryant announced the decision in a statement. The Bulldogs went 6-6 this season, including a 4-4 Southwestern Athletic Conference mark, and won three straight games before a season-ending loss to Florida A&M. Maynor finished 40-32 at Alabama A&M, including a 28-21 SWAC record. Maynor led Alabama A&M to its first SWAC championship in 15 years during the shortened 2021 season that played in the spring. The Bulldogs went 5-0 and beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 40-33 to claim the program’s second SWAC football title. Maynor is a former Arena Football League player who played quarterback for Winston-Salem State and North Carolina A&T. The program suffered a tragedy when linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. died last week from an injury sustained during the annual Magic City Classic against in-state rival Alabama State on Oct. 26. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football AdvertisementIt’s that time of year — Christmas trees are looking for a home for the holidays. If you’re on the hunt for a tree this year, check out this list of local Christmas tree sellers. Heidrich’s Tree Farm Nursery is a family-run business founded in 1977. The selection of fresh-cut trees will include farm-grown Fraser firs, Canaan fir, white fir, Douglas fir and white pine, as well as native Colorado naturally cut white fir and Douglas fir. The nursery will also have a variety of live potted spruce available. There will also be wreaths available, made from boughs cut by the family in the Wet Mountains. For the first time ever, the nursery will be making centerpieces, scented cones and ornaments for purchase. Heidrich’s Colorado Tree Farm Nursery, 7440 Templeton Gap Road, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 12-5 p.m. Sunday. More information can be found at coloradotreefarmnursery.com/christmas-trees . Another family-owned garden center, Harding Nursery has operated in the Springs for more than 60 years. This year the nursery will be selling a wide variety of cut trees, including white fir, noble fir, Fraser fir, Nordmann fir and pinyon pines. The store will also offer live trees. As a special holiday treat, Harding Nursery will be giving one free ornament with every Christmas tree purchase. In addition to the trees, check out the nursery’s handmade wreaths made with branches from their fields here in Colorado and Idaho, as well as their poinsettias, Christmas cacti and other holiday house plants. Harding Nursery, 721 N. Powers Blvd., is open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday. More information can be found at hardingnursery.com . Rick’s Garden Center will have a selection of trees including balsam fir, Black Hill spruce, blue spruce, concolor fir, Fraser fir and Scots pine. The center will have extra stock this year from Good Earth Garden Center, which permanently closed. Rick’s Garden Center, 1827 W. Uintah St., is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. More information can be found at ricksgarden.com . For nearly 90 years, family-owned Spencer’s Garden Center has been offering gardening supplies in the Springs, including Christmas trees. The center will have native Colorado white firs, as well as farm-grown Fraser firs from Michigan. They’ll also have wreaths and garlands. Spencer’s Garden Center, 1430 S. Tejon St., is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday. More information can be found at spencersgardens.com . Grandpa Tittel’s Christmas Trees is a fourth-generation family-owned business supplying Christmas trees to Colorado Springs. Grandpa Tittel’s Christmas Trees, 5089 Academy Blvd., is open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. More information can be found at facebook.com/TittelChristmasTrees . Jolly Christmas Trees was started in 2015 by two Colorado brothers, and has since grown into three locations, including one in Colorado Springs. Jolly Christmas Trees, 1736 S. Circle Drive, is open noon-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. More information can be found at jollychristmastrees.com .Wesco Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock and Preferred Stock

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