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Three of Canada’s biggest oil producers, Suncor Energy SU.TO, Cenovus Energy CVE.TO and Imperial Oil IMO.TO, on Thursday projected higher production in 2025, betting on resilient demand for Canadian crude in U.S. and international markets. Fuel demand in the United States, the biggest destination for Canadian crude, is expected to rise next year as U.S. industrial activity will likely benefit from a cut in borrowing rates, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Oil exports to the U.S. could slow, however, if incoming U.S. President Donald Trump follows through on his pledge to add a25% tariff to Canadian goods unless Ottawa clamps down on the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs across the border. Calgary, Alberta-based Suncor forecast 2025 production to be between 810,000 and 840,000 barrels per day (bpd) next year, a 4.4% rise at midpoint compared to projected output for 2024. More noteworthy, BMO Capital Markets Analyst Randy Ollenberger said in a note, is that the company is well-positioned to beat its 2024 production guidance of 770,000-810,000 bpd “raising the question whether a repeat could occur in 2025.” Cenovus forecast a 4.4% increase in 2025 crude output, targeting 805,000 to 845,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, primarily driven by the start-up of the Narrows Lake oil sands project. Imperial Oil, majority-owned by Exxon Mobil Corp XOM.N, expects a 3.1% production increase. Canadian producers are benefiting from the start-up of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion earlier this year, which has nearly tripled the flow of oil to Canada’s Pacific Coast from landlocked Alberta, boosted the price of Canadian crude and opened up market access to refineries in Asia and the U.S. West Coast. Suncor also forecast a slight rise in refinery throughput volumes to between 435,000 and 450,000 bpd in 2025. The company forecast capital spending for 2025 would fall 3% from this yearto between C$6.1 billion ($4.31 billion) and C$6.3 billion. Imperial expects to spend C$1.9 billion-C$2.1 billion in 2025, above analysts’ estimates, and also increased its 2024 capital expenditure by 9% to C$1.85 billion. Company CEO Brad Corson said the higher spending was mainly related to the timing of multi-year projects and opportunities such as additional drilling at its Cold Lake oil sands project. “Where it makes sense for us to accelerate some of that work we’re doing that, so we can be most efficient with the capital dollars,” Corson told analysts on a call. Imperial shares were last down 6% on the Toronto Stock Exchange at C$97.85. Suncor shares were last down 1.8% at C$53.09, while Cenovus, which expects to keep 2025 capital spending broadly in line with 2024, dipped 0.7% to C$21.55. Source: Reuters (Reporting by Sourasis Bose, Arunima Kumar, Vallari Srivastava, Tanay Dhumal and Seher Dareen in Bengaluru and Nia Williams in British Columbia; Editing by Tasim Zahid, Shounak Dasgupta, Sriraj Kalluvila and Andrea Ricci)

According to a report from Reuters, major companies in the finance and technology industries committed significant contributions to Donald Trump’s 2025 inaugural fund. Trump, who is scheduled to assume the presidency on January 20, 2025, formed a nonprofit organization named Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, Inc., to manage the inaugural activities. This 501(c)(4) organization is permitted to receive unlimited donations. Significant Corporate Donations So FarRobinhood: The retail trading platform contributed $2 million, a company spokesperson confirmed.Uber Technologies: Uber and its CEO Dara Khosrowshahi each donated $1 million.Amazon: Amazon pledged $1 million and committed to broadcasting the inauguration on Prime Video.Meta Platforms: Meta provided $1 million, according to a spokesperson.OpenAI: CEO Sam Altman announced a personal donation of $1 million. Altman expressed support for Trump's vision to position the U.S. as a leader in artificial intelligence.Ford: The automaker pledged $1 million and offered a fleet of vehicles.Hedge Fund Manager Ken Griffin: Griffin confirmed plans to contribute $1 million.Bank of America and Goldman Sachs: Both financial giants indicated plans to donate but have not finalized amounts. Donations Reflect Business StrategyTrump’s significant electoral victory has captured the interest of sectors ready to gain from his policy plans. Industries like fossil fuels and artificial intelligence anticipate positive results during his administration. Trump's dependence on direct interaction with business executives has similarly fostered contributions. Business executives have progressively pursued entry to Trump's transition base at Mar-a-Lago, his resort located in Palm Beach, Florida. Trump underscored the surge of interest with a post on Truth Social, stating, “EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE MY FRIEND!!!” Role of the Inaugural FundInaugural committees, designated by the presidents-elect, oversee financing for ceremonial activities celebrating the transition of authority. In contrast to political action committees, these funds concentrate on nonpartisan initiatives and carry less reputational risk. Brendan Glavin from OpenSecrets pointed out that inaugural contributions offer distinct entry for companies aiming for influence. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News, World and around the world.Prolific offender will remain in jail, but promises to stay clean for his daughter once releasedNo. 7 Tennessee dispatches UT Martin to remain undefeated

LAS VEGAS — Concerning as it was for the Denver defense to play without standout lineman Zach Allen, it could have been worse. Broncos' safety Brandon Jones fell ill Saturday and was downgraded to "questionable" for the game here Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. Jones not only played, his interception off a Gardner Minshew II pass that sailed an open receiver, and 37-yard return, set up the Broncos' offense on the Raiders' 18 yard line. The pick was a game changer. Two plays later, Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix threw a 50-50 ball to the deep right corner of the end zone. When receiver Courtland Sutton is on the other end of such a pass, the odds are far better than 50-50. Sutton reached up to snag the ball with his two strong hands for the touchdown. Along with four Wil Lutz field goals -- from 38, 53, 54 and 45 yards out -- the Broncos led the determined Raiders, 19-13 early in the fourth quarter in this AFC West rivalry game. A strong Bronco fan presence at roof-covered, grass-grounded Allegiant Stadium roared its approval. Special teams are largely ignored unless something big happens good or bad, one way or the other. The first-half spotlight shined a harsh light on Broncos’ special teams here Sunday at Allegiant Stadium as the home-team Las Vegas Raiders used a 59-yard kickoff return to set up a touchdown and a 34-yard faked punt pass completion to set up a field goal. The Raiders held a surprising, but explainable, 13-9 lead on the Broncos at halftime. Just past one minute into the second quarter, the Raiders went up 7-3. The Broncos scored late in the first quarter on a Wil Lutz 38-yard field goal, but the Raiders answered with a 59-yard kickoff return by Dylan Luebe, giving Las Vegas quarterback Gardner Minshew II starting field position at the Denver 40. Eventually Minshew caught Broncos outside linebacker Jonah Elliss dropping back into coverage on two plays in the red zone. Minshew hit Michael Mayer for 9 yards on one play and Ameer Abdullah for a 6-yard touchdown on the other. Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix answered nicely with a couple completions to fellow rookie Devaughn Vele but the drive stalled with a sack and Lutz came through with a 53-yard field goal, narrowing the score to 7-6. The Denver defense seemed to answer with a three-and-out, but the rules give a team four downs to move the chains. The Raiders used it by having punter AJ Cole shotput a pass to Divine Deablo, who rumbled 34 yards for a first down at the Broncos’ 30. Colorado Springs-raised Daniel Carlson nailed a 34-yard field goal with 3:48 remaining in the first half to give the Raiders a 10-6 lead. Broncos’ special teams did come through with their field goal unit as Lutz connected from 54 yards with 53 seconds left in the half. Lutz is 11 of 11 on kicks since the dreaded block in Kansas City – 5 of 5 in field goals; 6 of 6 in extra points. Nix was 21 of 33 for 218 yards and a touchdown in the fourth quarter while Minshew was 18 of 30 for 151 yards, a touchdown and an interception. Las Vegas entered play Sunday with a six-game losing streak and 2-8 record. The Broncos were 6-5 and in prime position to secure the No. 7 AFC playoff seed. With the Indianapolis Colts dropping to 5-7 after losing Sunday to Detroit, the Broncos top competitor for the No. 7 playoff seed is now the Miami Dolphins, who won their third in a row to move to 5-6. Credit: AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah makes a touchdown catch as Denver Broncos LB Jonah Elliss defends during an NFL game, Nov. 24, 2024. Zach Allen inactive There are injuries and there are late-in-the-week injuries. Denver defensive end Zach Allen, arguably the most impactful player this season on the league’s No. 3-ranked unit, suffered a heel injury Friday, presumably in practice. Allen was held out of the game Sunday against the Raiders. Malcolm Roach, who is normally a backup nose tackle, started in Allen’s place at defensive end while another defensive end, Eyioma Uwazurike, was active for just his third game this season. It could have been worse for the Broncos. Starting safety Brandon Jones fell ill Saturday and his game status was downgraded to questionable, but he was able to play.. Bronco Bits The Broncos had two players – running back Jaleel McLaughlin, who had two carries for 29 yards -- and cornerback Riley Moss -- go down for extended periods because of injury. Both walked off the field under their own power. McLaughlin returned in the second half while veteran Levi Wallace filled in for Moss at left cornerback. ... Broncos’ seventh-round rookie guard-center Nick Gargiulo was elevated from the practice squad Saturday, but then was among the inactives for the game. PHOTOS | Broncos at Raiders 1/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders cheerleaders perform prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 2/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) stretches prior to an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 3/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 4/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton walks along the sidelines prior to an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 5/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 6/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) warms prior to an an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 7/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce and owner Mark Davis talk prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 8/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II warms prior to an an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 9/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) takes the field prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 10/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos safety JL Skinner warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 11/31 AP Photo/John Locher Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew bobbles the snap during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 12/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah makes a touchdown catch as Denver Broncos LB Jonah Elliss defends during an NFL game, Nov. 24, 2024. 13/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix throws under pressure from Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Robert Spillane during an NFL game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 14/31 AP Photo/John Locher Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) bobbles the snap during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 15/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) throws against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 16/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders receiver Jakobi Meyers tries to elude Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian during an NFL game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 17/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Denver Broncos receiver Courtland Sutton makes a catch as Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Decamerion Richardson defends during an NFL game, Nov. 24, 2024 18/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos receiver Courtland Sutton makes a catch as Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Decamerion Richardson defends during an NFL game, Nov. 24, 2024 19/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders QB Gardner Minshew runs as Denver Broncos defensive end John Franklin-Myers pursues during an NFL game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 20/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdulla celebrates his touchdown catch against the Denver Broncos during an NFL game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 21/31 AP Photo/John Locher Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin celebrates a first down against the Las Vegas Raiders during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 22/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix makes a call during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 23/31 AP Photo/John Locher Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdulla makes a touchdown catch as Denver Broncos LB Jonah Elliss defends during an NFL game, Nov. 24, 2024. 24/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton watches play during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 25/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby reacts to a call during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 26/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah tries to elude Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper during an NFL game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 27/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) scrambles against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 28/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Denver Broncos wide receiver Devaughn Vele makes a catch again the Las Vegas Raiders during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 29/31 AP Photo/John Locher Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Decamerion Richardson interferes with Denver Broncos receiver Courtland Sutton during an NFL game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 30/31 AP Photo/John Locher Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 31/31 AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders Head Coach Antonio Pierce makes a call against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. 1 / 31 × AP Photo/Rick Scuteri Las Vegas Raiders cheerleaders perform prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. MoreThe Portuguese manager will lead the Red Devils for the first time against Ipswich on Monday morning in the Premier League, where they currently languish in 13th on the ladder. Amorim says they'll adjust their understanding of the game and their physicality.Balancing relationships when it comes to politics

FBI Director Wray says he intends to resign at the end of Biden's term in JanuarySt. Louis County Clerk faces forgery, misdemeanor chargesOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Asked if there was any special meaning to playing on Christmas for a second straight season, Lamar Jackson paused for several seconds before answering. That said it all. “I mean, it is,” he finally replied, trying to be diplomatic. “That means we're good, but at the same time, I do want to celebrate at home sometimes with my family now. I don't want to be playing on Christmas all the time — not all the time.” That sentiment seemed common among the Baltimore Ravens players this week as they prepared for their second consecutive Christmas road game. Jackson and his teammates will face the Houston Texans on Wednesday. Earlier in the day, the Kansas City Chiefs play at Pittsburgh. Games on Christmas aren't new to the NFL. The Miami Dolphins famously beat the Chiefs in a playoff game on Dec. 25, 1971 — a double-overtime classic that still holds the record for the NFL's longest game. In 2020, New Orleans running back Alvin Kamara tied an NFL record with six touchdowns in a game when the Saints beat Minnesota on Christmas. Lately, however, the league has been much more aggressive about scheduling games on Christmas. There were three last year on a Monday, and this week there are two. The four teams in action this Wednesday all played this past Saturday, giving them a little more time to prepare. But each is still wrapping up a stretch of three games in 11 games. And for Baltimore and Kansas City — the teams spending the holiday on the road — this means a bit of a scramble to find time to celebrate with loved ones. “Santa hasn’t come yet, but as far as my family, we traded gifts (over the weekend),” Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes said. “(His wife) Brittany’s a champ because I’m not there to help build the toys my family got, and the kids have opened up every single one of them.” The Chiefs are playing on Christmas for a second year in a row, although they were at home last season. Baltimore tackle Ronnie Stanley said there is an offensive line Christmas party planned for Friday at center Tyler Linderbaum's house. Jackson’s plan is to celebrate on Thursday. “I already celebrated Christmas with my family this past week," Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton said. "It’s more about the thought of calling people Christmas morning and just going out there and being able to go out in front of my whole family and do what I love. That’s how I’ll celebrate.” The Ravens also have celebrated a bit as a group already. “We actually had a team dinner last night here, which was really neat. And our chefs were incredible (with) what they put out there, so that was fun,” coach John Harbaugh said Monday. "And we are going to have the ability for family members from the Houston area to come over for the team snack after we do a walkthrough (Tuesday) night.” Don't expect Christmas games to go away any time soon. Netflix agreed to a three-year contract in May to carry Christmas Day games. Playing on the holiday certainly gives teams a chance to be in the spotlight, although the Chiefs and Ravens already get plenty of that. The Ravens-Texans game features a halftime performance by Beyoncé. “Wasn't there a time when somebody was out peeking outside the locker room door during the Super Bowl or something like that? Was there some story on that?” Harbaugh said. “He got in trouble for it? There will be big trouble. I like Beyoncé, though. I can't say I'm a huge Beyoncé fan, but I think I like her.” (Harbaugh was referring to Bengals kicker Evan McPherson during the Super Bowl in 2022 when he watched Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar perform at halftime in Los Angeles.) Jackson, seemingly unaware of Harbaugh's attempt to lay down the law about the halftime show, arrived at the microphone immediately after the coach. “I'm going to go out there and watch,” the star quarterback said. “First time seeing Beyoncé perform, and it's at our game — that's dope. I'm going to go out and watch. Sorry Harbaugh, sorry fellas.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

(BPT) - Tech gifts are consistently some of the most popular presents to give and receive during the holidays. In fact, according to the annual Consumer Technology Holiday Purchase Patterns report , a record 233 million U.S. adults (89%) will buy tech products during the 2024 holiday season. But with so many devices out there, it can be hard to decide on the perfect option for the loved one on your list. A tablet like the new Fire HD 8 from Amazon offers the versatility of an all-in-one device, with access to streaming, gaming, video chatting, reading or writing all at your fingertips. Fire HD 8 also features a vibrant 8-inch HD display and lightweight, portable design, for high-quality entertainment on the go. Plus, Fire HD 8 comes with three new AI features that can help you get the most out of your tablet experience. Check them out below and learn how they can help you with daily tasks this holiday season and beyond. 1. Meet your personal writing assistant Do you struggle with writing a heartfelt message or finessing a tricky email? Fear not! Writing Assist is here to help. Writing Assist works as part of your Fire tablet's device keyboard and compatible apps, including email, Word documents and social media. In just a few taps, you can transform your writing from good to great. Try Writing Assist's pre-set styles to turn a simple email into a professionally written note. Or, you can ask Writing Assist for grammar suggestions to make your writing more concise, or elaborate on your ideas. You can even "emojify" your writing to add more fun and personality. 2. Learn more in less time Say goodbye to scrolling through pages of information. The new Webpage Summaries feature allows you to learn pertinent information as quickly as possible. Available on the Silk browser on Fire tablets, Webpage Summaries provides quick insights on web articles. In a matter of seconds, this feature will distill the key points in an article or on a webpage into a clear, concise summary of what you need to know. 3. Get creative with your device wallpaper With Wallpaper Creator, you can easily add a touch of creative flair and customization to your tablet's home screen. You can choose from one of the curated prompts to get started on creating a unique background. Or, if you're ready to let your imagination run wild, type a description of what you'd like to see. For example, you can ask for an image of a tiger swimming underwater or a watercolor-style image of a desert landscape in space. Wallpaper Creator will then turn your vision into a reality, delivering a high-resolution image that you can use as your tablet's wallpaper. Celebrate an AI-powered holiday season Writing Assist, Webpage Summaries, and Wallpaper Creator are now available on Amazon's new Fire HD 8 and other compatible Fire tablet devices, including the latest Fire HD 10 and Fire Max 11 tablets. To learn more, or to order a new Fire tablet this gift-giving season, visit Amazon.com .Atlassian's CEO Michael Cannon-Brookes sells $2.08 million in stock

Romania's pro-European Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu was leading in the first round of presidential elections Sunday according to exit polls, with the far right not yet assured of a place in the second round, despite a breakthrough in support. With 25 percent of the vote according to two exit polls, Ciolacu appeared to be well ahead of far-right challengers looking to capitalise on this EU member's concerns about inflation and the war in neighbouring Ukraine. The same exit polls gave second place to centre-right former journalist turned small-town mayor Elena Lasconi at 18 percent, with two far-right candidates scoring 15 and 16 percent. In the absence of an outright winner in the first round -- scoring more than 50 percent -- the top two candidates go through to a second-round run-off in the poor NATO member on December 8. Ciolacu, a Social Democrat, is leading a field of 13 contenders in the race to take over from President Klaus Iohannis in the largely ceremonial post. He welcomed the exit polls putting him in the lead, but said all the votes would have to be counted before he knew who he would face in the second round. Lasconi too, was cautious. "The scores are very tight, it's not yet time to celebrate," said the 52-year-old politician. Far-right leader George Simion, 38, who some had forecast might take second place, is for the moment in fourth. Exit polls put him just behind the 62-year-old pro-Russian candidate Calin Georgescu. But Simion said Sunday evening: "We'll see the results of the ballot boxes at 11:00 pm (2100 GMT)." - High stakes - Ciolacu's party has shaped Romania's politics for more than three decades, and as he voted Sunday he promised stability and a "decent" standard of living. But political analyst Cristian Parvulescu told AFP: "The far right is by far the big winner of this election." Simion saw his popularity surge by tapping into voter anger over record inflation while promising more affordable housing. Looking for a new election breakthrough for European far-right parties, Simion warned of possible "fraud" and "foreign interference" when voting. But he added: "I am happy that we are giving Romanians hope and the prospect of a better future." The stakes are high for Romania, which has a 650-kilometre (400-mile) border with Ukraine and has become more important since Russia invaded its neighbour in 2022. The Black Sea nation now plays a "vital strategic role" for NATO -- as it is a base for more than 5,000 soldiers -- and the transit of Ukrainian grain, the New Strategy Center think tank said. - Big Trump fan - Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has further "complicated" Romania's choice, political analyst Cristian Pirvulescu told AFP. Known for his fiery speeches, Simion is a Trump fan who sometimes dons a red cap in appreciation of his idol. Simion opposes sending military aid to Ukraine, wants a "more patriotic Romania" and frequently lashes out against what he calls the "greedy corrupt bubble" running the European Union. Having campaigned hard to win over Romania's large diaspora working abroad, he said the country had only "minions and cowards as leaders". Pirvulescu predicted that if Simion reached the second round his AUR party would get a boost in the December parliamentary election. "Romanian democracy is in danger for the first time since the fall of communism in 1989," he said. - Russian 'spies' claim - "I'm really afraid we'll end up with Simion in the second round," 36-year-old IT worker Oana Diaconu told AFP, expressing concern about the far-right leader's unpredictable nature and attacks on the European Union. The campaign was marked by controversy and personal attacks, with Simion facing accusations of meeting with Russian spies -- a claim he has denied. Ciolacu has been criticised for his use of private jets. Some observers had tipped Lasconi, now mayor of the small town of Campulung and head of a centre-right opposition party, as a surprise package. Sunday's exit polls appeared to suggest they were right. During campaigning, she had said she wanted a future "where no one has to pack their suitcases and leave" the country and for "institutions that work". bur/js-jj/

NoneWASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Christopher Wray told bureau workers Wednesday he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden's term in January, an announcement that came a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the job. Wray said at a town hall meeting that he would be stepping down “after weeks of careful thought,” roughly three years short of the completion of a 10-year term during which he tried to keep the FBI out of politics even as the bureau found itself entangled in a string of explosive investigations, including two that led to separate indictments of Trump last year. Wray’s intended resignation was not unexpected considering that Trump had settled on Patel to be director and had repeatedly aired his ire at Wray, including in a television interview broadcast Sunday. But his departure is nonetheless a reflection of how Trump's norm-breaking style has reshaped Washington, with the president-elect yet again flouting tradition by moving to replace an FBI director before his term was up and Wray — by resigning before he could be fired — opting to avert a collision with the incoming Trump administration that he said would have plunged the FBI into political fighting. “My goal is to keep the focus on our mission — the indispensable work you’re doing on behalf of the American people every day,” Wray told agency employees. "In my view, this is the best way to avoid dragging the bureau deeper into the fray, while reinforcing the values and principles that are so important to how we do our work.” The resignation would clear the way for Patel's ascension, assuming he is confirmed by the Senate. A White House staffer during Trump's first term, Patel has insisted that the federal government should be rid of “conspirators” against Trump. The comments have stirred alarm that he could seek to use the FBI for retribution against perceived enemies despite longstanding guardrails meant to ensure investigations have a proper basis. It's extremely rare for FBI directors to be ousted from their jobs before the completion of their 10-year terms, a length meant to insulate the agency from the political influence of changing administrations. But Trump has done it twice, placing Wray in the job in 2017 after firing Director James Comey amid an investigation into ties between Russia and the Republican president’s campaign. Despite having appointed Wray, Trump had telegraphed his anger with the FBI director on multiple occasions. Trump said in the recent interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” that “I can’t say I’m thrilled with him. He invaded my home,” a reference to the FBI search of his Florida property , Mar-a-Lago, two years ago for classified documents from Trump’s first term as president. That search, and the recovery of boxes of sensitive government records, paved the way for one of two federal indictments against Trump. The case, and another one charging him with plotting to overturn the 2020 election, have both been dismissed. Trump applauded the resignation news on social media, calling it “a great day for America as it will end the Weaponization of what has become known as the United States Department of Injustice.” and complaining anew about the Mar-a-Lago search. Attorney General Merrick Garland, meanwhile, praised Wray for having “served our country honorably and with integrity for decades.” He said: “Under Director Wray’s principled leadership, the FBI has worked to fulfill the Justice Department’s mission to keep our country safe, protect civil rights, and uphold the rule of law.” Natalie Bara, the president of the FBI Agents Association. said in a statement Wray had led the FBI “through challenging times with a steady focus on doing the work that keeps our country safe. ” Throughout his seven years on the job, Wray brought a workmanlike approach to the job, repeatedly preaching a “keep calm and tackle hard” mantra to bureau personnel despite a steady drumbeat of attacks from Trump and his supporters. In fact, Wray was quick to distance himself and his leadership team from the FBI’s Russia investigation that was well underway when he took office. On the same day of a harshly critical inspector general report on that inquiry, Wray announced more than 40 corrective actions to the FBI’s process for applying for warrants for secret national security surveillance. He said mistakes made during the Russia inquiry were unacceptable and he helped tighten controls for investigations into candidates for federal office. FBI officials actively trumpeted those changes to make clear that Wray’s leadership had ushered in a different era at the bureau. Even then, though, Wray’s criticism of the investigation was occasionally measured — he did not agree, for instance, with Trump’s characterization of it as a “witch hunt” — and there were other instances, particularly in response to specific questions, when he memorably broke with the White House. In 2020, he said that there was “no indication” that Ukraine had interfered in the 2016 election, countering a frequent talking point at the time from Trump. When the Trump White House blessed the declassification of materials related to the surveillance of a former Trump campaign aide, Wray made known his displeasure. Wray also angered Trump for saying that antifa was a movement and an ideology but not an organization. Trump had said he would like to designate the group as a terrorist organization. Then came the FBI's Mar-a-Lago search, which officials defended as necessary given the boxes of documents that were being concealed at the Palm Beach property and the evidence of obstruction that the Justice Department said had been gathered. Trump railed against the FBI over that action and has kept up his criticism ever since, including after Wray said at a congressional hearing last summer that there was “some question about whether or not it’s a bullet or shrapnel” that struck Trump's ear during an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania in July. The FBI later stated unequivocally that it was indeed a bullet. Before being named FBI director, Wray worked at a prestigious law firm, King & Spalding, where he represented former Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., during the “Bridgegate” affair. He also led the Justice Department’s criminal division for a period during President George W. Bush’s administration.