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Article content NEW YORK — Thousands of Microsoft 365 customers worldwide reported having issues with services like Outlook and Teams on Monday. In social media posts and comments on platforms like outage tracker Downdetector, some impacted said that they were having trouble seeing their emails, loading calendars or opening other Microsoft 365 applications such as Powerpoint. Microsoft acknowledged “an issue impacting users attempting to access Exchange Online or functionality within Microsoft Teams calendar” earlier in the day. In updates posted on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, the company’s status page said it identified a “recent change” that it believed to be behind the problem — and was working to revert it. Microsoft shared that it was deploying a fix — which, as of shortly before noon E.T., it said had reached about 98% of “affected environments.” Still, the company’s status page later added, targeted restarts were “progressing slower than anticipated for the majority of affected users.” As of midday Monday, Downdetector showed thousands of outage reports from users of Microsoft 365, particularly Outlook.A Justice Department investigation into leaks during President-elect Donald Trump 's first administration stretched farther than previously known, including seizing the records of dozens of congressional staffers, according to a report from the department's inspector general released Tuesday. The far-reaching department probe came under fire in the 92-page report from DOJ Inspector General Michael Horowitz. Members of Congress and their staffers were largely targeted simply for reviewing information as part of their job, according to the report. Seizing records in those circumstances "risks chilling Congress’s ability to conduct oversight of the executive branch because it exposes congressional officials to having their records reviewed by the Department solely for conducting Congress’s constitutionally authorized oversight duties," the report states. Through such records, Justice Department personnel could gain sensitive information beyond the source of the leak, the report noted. That would include congressional employee communications with each other, with whistleblowers, and with interest groups. Tackling leaks became a major priority for the Trump administration early into his first term. Jeff Sessions, Trump's first attorney general, announced a broad crackdown in August of 2017 on what he described as a "staggering number" of leaks. The seized records, which were obtained from 2017 to 2020, largely didn't include the content of communications, but did look at who was contacting whom. Records were seized for two Democratic members of Congress and 43 congressional staffers, including 21 with Democratic affiliations, 20 with Republican affiliations, and two who worked in nonpartisan positions. The department also seized records for eight reporters as it tried to uncover the source of the leaks. The report largely avoids specifics about whose records were targeted and the content of the leaks. However, the New York Times and CNN have reported the members of Congress were California Democrats Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell, and that one of the congressional staffers was Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead the FBI in the upcoming administration. Reporters at those two publications, as well as at the Washington Post, were the targets of the media record seizures. The records were obtained through what's known as a "compulsory process," according to the report. That can include subpoenas, search warrants, and court orders. The inspector general didn't find any evidence that the seizures were politically motivated or done for retaliation. But "unsurprisingly," members of Congress and staffers in both parties were concerned about those risks when news of the record grabs first broke, according to the report. The Justice Department has now updated its policies to ensure the attorney general and deputy attorney general receive notice before prosecutors take certain investigative steps dealing with Congress. It is also now requiring prosecutors to tell judges who are reviewing efforts to obtain records without providing quick notice to targets if the records belong to members of a congressional office. The department didn't commit to requiring prosecutors to exhaust other options before trying to seize those types of congressional records – a requirement that is already in place when it comes to seizing reporters' records. However, the department committed to evaluating whether that additional policy would be appropriate.
As snow blankets the Colorado mountains, outdoor enthusiasts have a unique opportunity: the winter hut trip. Whether you’re a skier or a snowshoer, a hut trip offers an excellent opportunity to connect with nature while exploring the rugged beauty of the state’s wilderness and enjoying the warmth and camaraderie of a cozy mountain hut. From the towering peaks of the San Juan Mountains to the snow-covered trails in Summit County, Colorado’s winter hut trips provide an unforgettable experience for adventurers of all levels. Huts fill up fast, so check each property’s for pricing and availability. Located between Telluride and Silverton near the top of Ophir Pass in the San Juan Mountains, the Opus Hut was built for backcountry skiers, mountaineers, hikers and mountain bikers. At 11,700 feet, the hut sits at treeline with low-angle glades below and open slopes above. While intermediate powder skiing is available out the back door of the hut, owner Travis Mohrman said the terrain is best suited for experienced backcountry skiers. Mohrman estimates that 15% to 20% of the groups visiting Opus Hut do so with guides. “They’re not personally comfortable with the terrain or they’re not from the area,” Mohrman said. “They guides are knowledgeable about local conditions — what the snow is, what’s safe and what’s not safe.” The cabin accommodates up to 20 people in five rooms. Some visitors book the whole hut and bring friends and family, while others reserve available beds in unbooked rooms. The hut features solar-powered lighting and 110-volt outlets for charging electronic devices. It also has filtered drinking water, hot and cold tap water, and indoor composting toilets. It provides full bedding and clean sleeping bag liners. During winter, the hut has four to six employees who sleep in a separate cabin. They prepare meals with natural, organic, and, when possible, locally grown products. The hut accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets–just be sure to inform the staff beforehand. It also offers beer, wine, and a limited selection of spirits for purchase. “You can travel much lighter if you don’t have to bring in your food,” said Mohrman, who took over the hut three years ago. “You don’t have to focus on the upkeep of being in the backcountry.” Reservations for Opus Hut open Aug. 1. “The winter fills up quick,” Mohrman said. “Every winter weekend books in the first five minutes.” Nestled at 11,200 feet in the San Juan National Forest, Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass is the perfect base for exploring world-class skiing, split boarding, snowshoeing, and ice climbing. Located between Silverton and Ouray, it’s is accessible during the winter via a half-mile backcountry over-snow approach. Campfire Ranch is an ideal choice for novices. While other Colorado hut systems require you to carry your own food, bring sleeping bags, and live off-grid, this one provides food service, solar-powered electricity, Wi-Fi, and bedding. The dog-friendly cabin accommodates eight people. “We took a hospitality approach to remove barriers to entry for people who want to have the experience but don’t have the gear or the knowledge,” said Katrin Meiusi, director of marketing for the properties. Campfire Ranch first opened a campground on the Taylor River in Almont near Crested Butte. RVs are not permitted at the campground, which is open from May to October. Amenities include unlimited firewood, clean bathrooms, and drinkable well water. The 38 backcountry huts managed by the non-profit 10th Mountain Division Hut Association are connected by 350 miles of trails among some of the tallest peaks in the lower 48 states. All huts, some of which accommodate up to 17 people, have kitchens with propane burners for cooking — propane is provided. They provide pots, pans, potholders, dishware, cooking and eating utensils, a percolator or French press for coffee, salt and pepper, paper towels, dish soap, hand sanitizer, cleaning supplies and trash bags. Some huts have ovens and propane grills. All huts provide lighting from on-site solar power, propane or a generator. A few huts also have outlets for charging small devices such as phones. The huts have either an outhouse or an indoor bathroom with toilet paper supplied. All huts include mattresses and pillows, but you must bring your sleeping bag and pillowcase. Summit Hut Association operates five backcountry huts open for winter from November to May. Francie’s and Janet’s cabins are also open for summer use from July to September. All huts have solar-powered lights, fully stocked kitchens, and wood-burning stoves. Francie’s, Janet’s, and Sisters’ cabins have saunas and indoor toilets. The association hosts its annual Backcountry Ball fundraiser in October at The Maggie on Peak to kick off the season. The event includes dinner, drinks, a silent auction and entertainment. Proceeds help maintain the network of backcountry cabins.CNBC Daily Open: U.S. stocks start December chilly; Korea stocks tumble on political chaos
Hours after Lieutenant General (retd) Faiz Hamid was formally indicted on multiple charges, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has said that his party has nothing to do with the matter. The former chief of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) faces multiple offences, including engaging in political activities and violating the Official Secrets Act, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Tuesday. The process of field general court-martial (FGCM) was initiated against the retired general under provisions of the Pakistan Army Act on August 12, the army's media affairs wing said. Speaking to Geo News on Tuesday, the central leader of the former ruling party clarified: "The party has already said this that the charge sheet against General (retd) Faiz is an internal matter of the military." The PTI has nothing to do with the issue, said Barrister Gohar, adding: "The military operates under its own rules and regulations, under which it conducts trials." Reacting to General Faiz's arrest, the former prime minister, who was removed from office via a parliamentary vote in 2022, said that an open trial would benefit the country and allow it to prosper. "I demand an open trial of Faiz Hamid with media should be given access to cover it," said the ex-premier on August 21 during an informal interaction with journalists in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail where he has been imprisoned for over a year in different cases ranging from corruption to terrorism. "If the military wants accountability for General Faiz [then] it should proceed and do it," Khan said, asserting that it is the army's internal matter. The former premier welcomed the development, saying that it was good that the army launched the process of internal accountability. However, he urged the military to ensure that the process of accountability should be across the board. In today's media talk, Barrister Gohar also replied to a question regarding the party's recently announced civil disobedience movement, saying that the upcoming anti-government movement is the party's founder Imran Khan's call and it would be discussed with him. It should be mentioned here that the incarcerated party founder on December 6 warned the government of launching a "civil disobedience" movement if his demands, including the judicial probe into the crackdown on party supporters, are not met.Legal and Constitutional Affairs Minister Marlene Malahoo Forte Opposition Leader Mark Golding ‹ › $('audio,video').mediaelementplayer(); Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs Marlene Malahoo Forte and Opposition Leader Mark Golding Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs Marlene Malahoo Forte says significant progress has been made in the drafting of the constitutional reform bill. Speaking in the House of Representatives, on Tuesday afternoon, Minister Malahoo Forte said the bill could be brought to Parliament in the coming weeks. "It is quite possible to complete the remaining steps and have the bill tabled as early as next week, before the Christmas break," said the minister, who noted that the proposed bill contains 36 clauses, and is "intended to achieve national goals about which there is no dispute from either side of the parliamentary aisle or within the political parties". She said the bill will abolish constitutional monarchy and appoint a Jamaican head of state, transitioning the country to a republic. The bill also seeks to entrench the Electoral Office of Jamaica in the constitution and proposes incorporation in the constitution for treatment of national symbols and emblems. But Opposition Leader Mark Golding on Tuesday declared that the parliamentary opposition still has serious concerns about the legislation, making it clear that he would not support the bill in its current form. According to Mr. Golding, there are several issues raised by the opposition which have not been addressed by the government. "Without the support of this side, this process is going nowhere. And we have put on the table issues of real concern, and unless those are address, our support is not guaranteed. And I have not heard anything," he lamented as he urged the government to engage the opposition regarding the concerns "if there is a genuine hope of moving forward in passing this legislation". The Opposition Leader has insisted that the government has to do away with the UK-based Privy Council as the country's final court in the new constitutional arrangement. He has also requested that an impeachment clause be included in the amendment. Mrs. Malahoo Forte said the concerns raised by Mr. Golding have being considered, and some suggestions were taken onboard and will be reflected in the draft legislation. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1531230668029-0'); });Japan Gross Domestic Product Deflator (YoY) registered at 2.4%, below expectations (2.5%) in 3Q
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Ruth Icenogle McCann, retired real estate broker, died peacefully on November 25, 2024, in Statesboro, Georgia, where she was under the care of Regency SouthernCare Hospice at Willow Pond Assisted Living and Suites. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on December 28, 1931, to parents, Inez Allen Icenogle and Karl Luster Icenogle Sr. Ruth grew up in Buckhead and was an active member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church. Upon graduating from North Fulton High School in Atlanta, she attended and later graduated from Huntington College in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1951 with a degree in religion. She began her early career as a church administrative secretary before taking a position with an Atlanta law firm as a legal secretary. This sparked her interest in the law, and she attended Emory University School of Law in the evening as one of few women at that time. After a year, she determined balancing the schedule of work and law school to be too difficult. However, she did discover a keen interest in real estate law, which would guide her future professional career. Ruth met Robert Russell "Bob" McCann of Atlanta at a dance at the Piedmont Driving Club, when he literally “swept her off her feet.” They married six months later on June 23, 1956. Within the first four years of marriage, they had three children, and Ruth became a busy stay-at-home mother. It was during this time in 1957 that she and her husband moved to Avondale Estates, Georgia, where she would spend the next 64 years as an active member of her community. She was a faithful member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Parish Church, Decatur, where she was in Daughters of the King. Due to health reasons, she moved to Statesboro in 2021 to live closer to her daughter. Ruth was most widely known in Atlanta as one of the formative women realtors, serving DeKalb County over her 40-year career, starting out as a saleswoman and later sales manager of Walter Scott Realty, Decatur. She later established Ruth McCann Realty in Avondale Estates in order to concentrate on her community and the surrounding areas. Her distinguished career included: DeKalb Young Council of Realtors, board of directors of the Metro Listing Service, president of the Certified Residential Specialists Diamond Chapter, president of Certified Residential Brokers, recipient of the Georgia Association of Realtors Scholarship Foundation Life Membership Award, president of the DeKalb Board of Realtors, Baron DeKalb Award recipient from the DeKalb Board, DeKalb Board of Realtors “Realtor of the Year,” Metro Listing Service Outstanding Achievement Award, National Association of Realtors, member of Who’s Who of American Women, graduate of the Georgia Realtors Institute and Real Estate Brokerage program, founder and president of the Women’s Council of Realtors, regional vice president of the Women’s Council of Realtors and she was a life member of the DeKalb Board of Realtors’ Million Dollar Club. She received the prestigious Mary Nelson Realtor Spirit Award from the DeKalb Board of Realtors in 1996. Ruth believed in professional standards of excellence and did all she could to promote a growing industry and home ownership for all people. Ruth served on the DeKalb County Young Life Committee when her daughters were active in the ministry in high school. She became an alumna initiate of Zeta Tau Alpha’s Zeta Xi Chapter at Georgia Southern University, joining her mother, daughter and granddaughter as a ZTA. She was a member of the Atlanta Alpha Alumnae Chapter of ZTA. As a retiree, she joined the Decatur Rotary Club and enjoyed staying abreast of economic development in her beloved Decatur and Avondale Estates. She was a member of the Avondale Community Club, Avon Garden Club of Avondale Estates, the Avondale Woman’s Club and the Druid Hills Golf Club in Decatur, as well as served as the Georgia president of the Magnolia Chapter of the American Cut Glass Association. Ruth took active interest in business, politics, gardening and genealogy. She loved to travel intercontinentally and abroad. Her love of people, knowing “their story,” and making connections was evident to all she met. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her brother, Karl Luster Icenogle Jr.; and her son, Robert Russell McCann Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Alice McCann (Harry) Mathews, Statesboro; and Carole McCann (Mike) Ketterbaugh, Macon; her grandchildren, Ruth Lovett McMullen, Milledgeville; Harry “Smith” (Sage) Mathews Jr., Savannah; William “Robert” (Holly) Lovett, Decatur; Allen McCann Mathews, Statesboro; Pratt Edward (Sally) Mathews, Statesboro; and six great-grandchildren. Ruth is also survived by beloved nieces and nephews and their families. A special appreciation goes to the staff of Willow Pond Assisted Living and Suites and her caregiver, Gertrude Brown, for providing a loving and safe home these last three years. A celebration of life service will be held at Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church, Decatur, on Thursday, December 12th, at 2 p.m. Ash scattering will be in the Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church’s Memorial Garden. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church, 515 East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030; or Young Life at giving.younglife.org, Macon Area – GA160 or Statesboro Area – GA173. Friends may sign the online register book at www.joineranderson.com. Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home & Crematory of Statesboro is in charge of arrangements. Statesboro Herald, December 3, 2024 Sign the Legacy online guestbook at www.statesboroherald.com.
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to records Tuesday after Donald Trump’s latest talk about tariffs created only some ripples on Wall Street, even if they could roil the global economy were they to take effect. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% to top the all-time high it set a couple weeks ago. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 123 points, or 0.3%, to its own record set the day before, while the Nasdaq composite gained 0.6% as Microsoft and Big Tech led the way. Stock markets abroad mostly fell after President-elect Trump said he plans to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China once he takes office. But the movements were mostly modest. Stock indexes were down 0.1% in Shanghai and nearly flat in Hong Kong, while Canada’s main index edged down by less than 0.1%. Trump has often praised the use of tariffs , but investors are weighing whether his latest threat will actually become policy or is just an opening point for negotiations. For now, the market seems to be taking it more as the latter. The consequences otherwise for markets and the global economy could be painful. Unless the United States can prepare alternatives for the autos, energy products and other goods that come from Mexico, Canada and China, such tariffs would raise the price of imported items all at once and make households poorer, according to Carl Weinberg and Rubeela Farooqi, economists at High Frequency Economics. They would also hurt profit margins for U.S. companies, while raising the threat of retaliatory tariffs by other countries. And unlike tariffs in Trump’s first term, his latest proposal would affect products across the board. General Motors sank 9%, and Ford Motor fell 2.6% because both import automobiles from Mexico. Constellation Brands, which sells Modelo and other Mexican beer brands in the United States, dropped 3.3%. The value of the Mexican peso fell 1.8% against the U.S. dollar. Beyond the pain such tariffs would cause U.S. households and businesses, they could also push the Federal Reserve to slow or even halt its cuts to interest rates. The Fed had just begun easing its main interest rate from a two-decade high a couple months ago to offer support for the job market . While lower interest rates can boost the economy, they can also offer more fuel for inflation. “Many” officials at the Fed’s last meeting earlier this month said they should lower rates gradually, according to minutes of the meeting released Tuesday afternoon. The talk about tariffs overshadowed another mixed set of profit reports from U.S. retailers that answered few questions about how much more shoppers can keep spending. They’ll need to stay resilient after helping the economy avoid a recession, despite the high interest rates imposed by the Fed to get inflation under control. A report on Tuesday from the Conference Board said confidence among U.S. consumers improved in November, but not by as much as economists expected. Story continues below video Kohl’s tumbled 17% after its results for the latest quarter fell short of analysts’ expectations. CEO Tom Kingsbury said sales remain soft for apparel and footwear. A day earlier, Kingsbury said he plans to step down as CEO in January. Ashley Buchanan, CEO of Michaels and a retail veteran, will replace him. Best Buy fell 4.9% after likewise falling short of analysts’ expectations. Dick’s Sporting Goods topped forecasts for the latest quarter thanks to a strong back-to-school season, but its stock lost an early gain to fall 1.4%. Still, more stocks rose in the S&P 500 than fell. J.M. Smucker had one of the biggest gains and climbed 5.7% after topping analysts’ expectations for the latest quarter. CEO Mark Smucker credited strength for its Uncrustables, Meow Mix, Café Bustelo and Jif brands. Big Tech stocks also helped prop up U.S. indexes. Gains of 3.2% for Amazon and 2.2% for Microsoft were the two strongest forces lifting the S&P 500. All told, the S&P 500 rose 34.26 points to 6,021.63. The Dow gained 123.74 to 44,860.31, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 119.46 to 19,174.30. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady following their big drop from a day before driven by relief following Trump’s pick for Treasury secretary. The yield on the 10-year Treasury inched up to 4.29% from 4.28% late Monday, but it’s still well below the 4.41% level where it ended last week. In the crypto market, bitcoin continued to pull back after topping $99,000 for the first time late last week. It’s since dipped back toward $91,000, according to CoinDesk. It’s a sharp turnaround from the bonanza that initially took over the crypto market following Trump’s election. That boom had also appeared to have spilled into some corners of the stock market. Strategists at Barclays Capital pointed to stocks of unprofitable companies, along with other areas that can be caught up in bursts of optimism by smaller-pocketed “retail” investors. AP Business Writer Elaine Kurtenbach contributed.
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