Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia. At age 52, Carter was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. Carter left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following his 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. Here's the latest: The longest-lived American president died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care , at his home in the small town of Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife, Rosalynn, who died at 96 in November 2023 , spent most of their lives. “Our founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia,” The Carter Center said in posting about his death on the social media platform X. It added in a statement that he died peacefully, surrounded by his family. In his 1975 book “Why Not The Best,” Carter said of himself: “I am a Southerner and an American, I am a farmer, an engineer, a father and husband, a Christian, a politician and former governor, a planner, a businessman, a nuclear physicist, a naval officer, a canoeist, and among other things a lover of Bob Dylan’s songs and Dylan Thomas’s poetry.” A moderate Democrat, Carter entered the 1976 presidential race as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad smile, outspoken Baptist mores and technocratic plans reflecting his education as an engineer. After he left office and returned home to his tiny hometown of Plains in southwest Georgia, Carter regularly taught Sunday School lessons at Maranatha Baptist Church until his mobility declined. Those sessions drew visitors from around the world. Former Vice President Al Gore praised Jimmy Carter for living “a life full of purpose, commitment and kindness” and for being a “lifelong role model for the entire environmental movement.” Carter, who left the White House in 1981 after a landslide defeat to Ronald Reagan. concentrated on conflict resolution, defending democracy and fighting disease in the developing world. Gore, who lost the 2000 presidential election to George W. Bush, remains a leading advocate for action to fight climate change. Both won Nobel Peace Prizes. Gore said that “it is a testament to his unyielding determination to help build a more just and peaceful world” that Carter is often “remembered equally for the work he did as President as he is for his leadership over the 42 years after he left office.” During Gore’s time in the White House, President Bill Clinton had an uneasy relationship with Carter. But Gore said he is “grateful” for “many years of friendship and collaboration” with Carter. Former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, remember Carter as a man who lived to serve others. “Hillary and I mourn the passing of President Jimmy Carter and give thanks for his long, good life. Guided by his faith, President Carter lived to serve others — until the very end." The statement recalled Carter's many achievements and priorities, including efforts “to protect our natural resources in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, make energy conservation a national priority, return the Panama Canal to Panama, and secure peace between Egypt and Israel at Camp David." After he left office, the Clinton statement said, Carter continued efforts in "supporting honest elections, advancing peace, combating disease, and promoting democracy; to his and Rosalynn’s devotion and hard work at Habitat for Humanity — he worked tirelessly for a better, fairer world,” the statement said.Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, Nobel winner, dies at 100
NEW YORK —The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help consumers navigate return and refund policies. According to the National Retail Federation, this year’s holiday weekend from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday set record levels for consumer spending. The State of Retail Returns 2024 Report states $743 billion dollars’ worth of merchandise were returned last year. However, policies vary from store to store, making returns and refunds a challenge at times. Consumers should be aware of laws that protect them so they can make informed decisions about holiday returns and understand what to look for when reviewing return and refund policies. “As the holiday shopping season comes to an end, both gift givers and receivers may have changed their minds about what they bought,” Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley said in a news release. “But depending on where you’re returning the items, there may be some limitations. It’s important for consumers to pay attention, prior to purchase, the return and refund policy so you can exchange that item you’ll never use for something you love.” The Division of Consumer Protection offers the following tips to help consumers navigate return and refund policies: Pay Attention to Return Policies: New York State law requires that stores post their refund policies conspicuously – on the item, at the store entrance or on or near the cash register. Retailers must provide a written copy of the store’s return policy when requested. New York State Law does not require retailers to accept returns; however, they must post a conspicuous notice visible to consumers before the point of sale, advising that no returns will be accepted.If the retailer does not post a return policy, the law requires the retailer accept returns of unused, undamaged merchandise within 30 days of the purchase date. The returned item must include a proof of purchase and the refund must be in the form of cash or credit based on the customer’s preference.Understand the Refund Terms: For retailers that allow returns, New York State law does not require refunds to be given in any specific manner. However, it does require the form of the refund – cash, credit or exchange – be clearly disclosed in advance of purchase. Retailers must also disclose any fees associated with the return. If no fee is listed, customers should inquire whether the store imposes a re-stocking fee for returned merchandise and determine prior to purchase if the item can be returned for a refund or only store credit. Retain Any Proofs of Purchase: Consumers should hold on to receipts in the event a product needs to be returned. If purchasing gifts, ask if a gift receipt is available. It is also advised to keep the packaging of an item, along with its confirmation number. Consumers having difficulty obtaining a refund are encouraged to file a complaint with the New York State Division of Consumer Protection. About the New York State Division of Consumer Protection Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, X and Instagram and check in every Tuesday for more practical tips that educate and empower New York consumers on a variety of topics. Sign up to receive consumer alerts directly to your email or phone here. The New York State Division of Consumer Protection provides voluntary mediation between a consumer and a business when a consumer has been unsuccessful at reaching a resolution on their own. The Consumer Assistance Helpline 1-800-697-1220 is available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, excluding State Holidays, and consumer complaints can be filed at any time at www.dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection. The Division can also be reached via X at @NYSConsumer or Facebook.Dolphins defeat Browns to keep playoff hopes alive
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Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE:MSGE) Short Interest UpdateMitsubishi Chemical Group Co. ( OTCMKTS:MTLHY – Get Free Report ) reached a new 52-week low on Friday . The company traded as low as $23.77 and last traded at $23.77, with a volume of 346 shares trading hands. The stock had previously closed at $24.81. Mitsubishi Chemical Group Price Performance The stock has a market cap of $6.76 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.21 and a beta of 0.37. The company has a quick ratio of 0.82, a current ratio of 1.31 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.69. The company’s 50-day moving average is $26.59 and its 200-day moving average is $28.50. Mitsubishi Chemical Group ( OTCMKTS:MTLHY – Get Free Report ) last issued its earnings results on Friday, November 1st. The company reported $0.03 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The business had revenue of $7.48 billion during the quarter. Mitsubishi Chemical Group had a return on equity of 4.04% and a net margin of 2.07%. About Mitsubishi Chemical Group Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation provides performance products, chemicals, industrial gases, health care products, and other products in Japan and internationally. It operates in five segments: Specialty Materials, Industrial Gases, Health Care, MMA, and Basic Materials. The Specialty Materials segment offers performance polymers, soarnol, gohsenol, sustainable polymers, and engineering plastics; coating materials, additives, and fines; packaging, industrial and medical, acetyl, and polyester films; engineering shapes and solutions, carbon fiber and composite materials, and fibers; aqua, life, and infrastructure solutions; and semiconductor, electronics, and battery materials. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Mitsubishi Chemical Group Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Mitsubishi Chemical Group and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
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As the train rolls past the town of Hohen Neuendorf ten miles north of Berlin, a screen on the wall flashes up an astonishing figure: 553 megabits per second (Mbps). It is monitoring the real-time download speed of the wireless internet. It is a big number. The median speed for UK households is 73 Mbps. Mine is not any old railway carriage, however. Welcome to the Advanced Train Lab, which Deutsche Bahn (DB) uses to test the latest technology. When I boarded the four-carriage “fastest lab on rails”, I stepped into a rolling internet café, hooked up with the latest and best in wi-fi. It is a far cry from the passenger experience on UK railways, where travellers can watch a video at best —
NEW DELHI: Lawyers for Justice & Rajdhani Yuva Sansad organised the second National Lawyers’ Parliament Festival at the India International Centre Lodhi Road on November 24. Over 300 legal professionals from across the country participated, engaging in thought-provoking discussions on the New Criminal Law Codes of 2023. The parliamentary discussion was graced by several dignitaries including Union Minister of Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, who was the Chief Guest for the inaugural ceremony. The event was inaugurated by Arjun Meghwal with the lighting of the lamp. While addressing the gathering Meghwal stressed on the reforms in the Indian Legal System. He highlighted the evolution of Indian laws, emphasising their role in society from historic events like the Battle of Plassey and the 1857 Revolt. He noted the shift from punitive old laws to reformative new ones, citing recent changes in criminal laws as steps toward a more inclusive and progressive legal system. Speaking at length about the new criminal laws, Meghwal added that the changes were made in the existing laws after taking scrutinising a large number of suggestions. Clearing the air with regards to the execution of the new laws, Meghwal added that these new laws are being implemented in all parts of the country. He however, added that the Union Home Minister Amit Shah has gone on record to say that we are open to changes, wherever required. Highlighting some of the key points of the new criminal laws, he said that the ‘three Ts’ which include technology, timeliness and trial will play a pivotal role in ensuring that justice prevails. He added that in the past it was difficult to file a first information report. However, now under the new law the concept of ‘Zero FIR’ has been introduced which means that the aggrieved party can file an FIR in online mode from anywhere. He further added that in the past, even if the court pronounced the judgement to release an accused or the convict, it could not be done as the jailor would do so only when he receives the copy. However, now the moment the judge pronounces the verdict, it will be uploaded on the website and the accused will be able to walk free. This will be done on the E-Prison platform. Arjun Meghwal further said that under the new criminal laws we have introduced the concept of community service. He stated that this concept was prevalent in the past and was adopted by other countries and in Bharat it was done away with. However, it has been brought again. Other dignitaries who attended the inaugural event included Justice Chandra Dhari Singh and Justice Vikas Mahajan from the Delhi High Court, Vijay Kumar Singh, Vice Chairperson, DDA. The day began with introductory remarks by Advocate. Piyush Gupta who emphasised upon the significance of youth engagement in legal and policy discourse. The address of Advocate Jai Saini & Advocate Isha Kapoor ignited a discussion on new codes. Earlier Justice Vikas Mahajan from the Delhi High Court, while addressing the gathering said that the objective of the new criminal laws is to ensure that the justice is done at the earliest and we can do away with the old saying that justice delayed is justice denied. Meanwhile, there were three sessions that were held which focused on BNSS, BNS and BSA. The audience were divided into two groups that is the ruling party and the opposition. Questions and counter questions were asked on the new and old criminal laws and suggestions were also put forward. The Valedictory ceremony was presided over by Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri, Judge, Delhi High Court. The award ceremony also saw the presence of MP, Chetan Sharma, Additional Solicitor General of India, Prof Dr. Seema Singh and Prof Dr. Upma Gautam. Prof Dr. Seema Singh, while addressing the gathering stated that under the new law, stringent action will be taken against those who are committing a crime that is against the nation or is detrimental for it. Another dignitary, Amanpreet Pasiji highlighted that the real challenge would be how to implement the new law. Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri, mentioned some of the changes in the new criminal law which includes that the word mental illness has been replaced with unsound mind. He further added that the new law acknowledges the evidence collected through forensic science. Ahead of the conclusion of the event, awards were given to those who had asked questions and and had defended their points well in various sessions.
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