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Wale Edun: High-level Trip to S’Arabia Yielding Foreign Investment, FX InflowsTech review: Earbuds and phones for those on your holiday listAs the blockchain landscape continues to evolve, investors are searching for projects that offer groundbreaking innovation and high growth potential. The right altcoins can provide access to transformative technology, real-world use cases, and substantial returns. In this article, we explore ten of the most promising altcoins — Qubetics , Cardano, Avalanche, Polkadot, Near Protocol, XRP, Binance, Tron, Toncoin, and Bitcoin — that are poised for explosive growth in the near future. 1. Qubetics ($TICS): Pioneering the Tokenized Assets Revolution Qubetics is redefining how we view and interact with assets by introducing a transformative tokenised asset marketplace . Leveraging cutting-edge blockchain technology, Qubetics enables the seamless conversion of physical and digital assets into fractionalised, tradable digital tokens. This process democratises ownership, allowing investors to easily access high-value assets like real estate, commodities, equity, and intellectual property. The platform eliminates long-standing issues like liquidity and lack of transparency in traditional asset markets. By creating a robust secondary market for tokenised assets, Qubetics facilitates effortless trading, empowering investors to buy, sell, and manage their holdings efficiently. This increased liquidity accelerates asset value appreciation and opens up new opportunities for investors to realise gains. In Presale Phase 12, $TICS tokens are priced at $0.031, with over $5.9 million raised, 8700+ holders, and 313 million tokens sold. With weekly 10% price hikes and a post-presale target of $0.25 per token, analysts predict extraordinary ROI potential. The innovative marketplace and strategic vision make Qubetics one of the top altcoins predicted to explode, offering investors access to a transformative blockchain ecosystem. 2. Cardano (ADA): The Sustainable Blockchain Pioneer Cardano has earned its reputation as a blockchain designed with sustainability and scalability at its core. Using a rigorous, research-driven approach, Cardano offers a secure and energy-efficient proof-of-stake consensus mechanism. The platform supports smart contracts and DApps, making it a favourite for developers and enterprises. Cardano’s commitment to scientific rigour and innovation as its ecosystem expands positions it as a major player in the blockchain space. 3. Avalanche (AVAX): Blazing Fast Smart Contract Platform Avalanche is a highly scalable blockchain platform known for its blazing-fast transaction speeds and low fees. By employing a unique consensus mechanism and subnet architecture, Avalanche provides developers unparalleled flexibility and efficiency for building decentralised applications (DApps) and enterprise solutions. Its growing ecosystem of DeFi platforms and NFT projects makes Avalanche a top contender for explosive growth. 4. Polkadot (DOT): The Interoperability Champion Polkadot is revolutionising blockchain interoperability by enabling multiple blockchains to work together seamlessly. Its relay chain architecture allows different blockchains to share information and assets, fostering innovation and collaboration across ecosystems. With its parachain auctions and rapidly growing network of projects, Polkadot is a cornerstone of the Web3 movement and a prime candidate for long-term growth. 5. Near Protocol (NEAR): Scalable and Developer-Friendly Near Protocol is a high-performance blockchain that emphasises scalability, user-friendliness, and developer accessibility. With its unique sharding technology, Near achieves fast transaction speeds and low costs, making it ideal for powering DApps and DeFi platforms. Its focus on seamless user experiences and developer tools positions it as a strong contender for widespread adoption and growth. 6. XRP: Revolutionizing Cross-Border Payments XRP is designed to transform global payments by offering a fast, cost-effective, and scalable solution for cross-border transactions. As the native token of Ripple’s blockchain network, XRP facilitates instant settlement of international payments, eliminating the inefficiencies of traditional systems. Despite regulatory challenges, XRP’s strong utility and partnerships with financial institutions make it a standout project with significant growth potential. 7. Binance (BNB): The Backbone of a Crypto Empire Binance Coin (BNB) powers the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange and expansive ecosystem. Beyond reducing transaction fees on Binance, BNB plays a critical role in Binance Smart Chain (BSC), enabling the development of scalable, low-cost DApps. Its integration across the Binance ecosystem and rising adoption in DeFi and NFTs make BNB a cornerstone of the blockchain economy. 8. Tron (TRX): Empowering Content Creators Tron focuses on revolutionising the entertainment and content-sharing industries by offering a decentralised platform for content creators. Tron enables creators to retain full control over their work and earnings by removing intermediaries. With its growing ecosystem of decentralised applications and partnerships with global media companies, Tron has positioned itself as a leader in blockchain-based content delivery. 9. Toncoin (TON): Scaling Communication and Decentralization Originally conceived by Telegram, Toncoin is now a community-driven blockchain project to scale decentralised applications and services. Its high-speed transactions and low costs make it an attractive choice for developers and users. As blockchain technology integrates further into communication platforms, Toncoin’s vision for decentralised and secure communication systems becomes increasingly relevant. 10. Bitcoin (BTC): The Gold Standard of Cryptocurrency Bitcoin remains the king of cryptocurrencies and a cornerstone of the blockchain industry. As a store of value, Bitcoin is viewed as digital gold, offering stability and long-term growth potential. Its decentralised, secure network and widespread adoption continue to solidify its position as the backbone of the cryptocurrency market. Despite its maturity, Bitcoin’s utility and influence ensure it remains a critical investment in any crypto portfolio. Conclusion The blockchain industry is entering an era of rapid innovation, and these ten altcoins are leading the charge. Qubetics stands out with its revolutionary tokenised assets marketplace, creating new opportunities for investors and solving critical challenges in asset markets. Meanwhile, established players like Cardano, Avalanche, Polkadot, and Binance continue to drive blockchain adoption across various sectors. Emerging projects like Tron, Toncoin, and Near Protocol bring fresh perspectives and solutions, while XRP and Bitcoin remain industry stalwarts. For investors seeking transformative growth, these top 10 altcoins predicted to explode offer diverse opportunities to participate in the blockchain revolution and capitalise on the future of decentralised finance and technology. For More Information: Qubetics: https://qubetics.com Telegram: https://t.me/qubetics Twitter: https://x.com/qubetics
S Korea orders air safety probe after deadly plane crashFORT FRANCES — A number of local projects will potentially see funding in 2025 as administrations presents town council with next year’s capital budget. Council of the Town of Fort Frances held a special meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, as part of its 2025 budget process. This particular meeting focused on the proposed Draft Capital Budget for 2025, the document that lays out the needs and wants of the various departments within the municipality and brings forward the projects, items and goals each has in order to get council’s approval. The Draft Capital Budget 2025 amounts to $29,310,695, with $4,094,050 coming from the town’s capital reserve funds and a further $10,531,421 coming from the town’s Water and Sewer Reserve Funds. The remaining funds come from various levels of government, such as contributions, donations, or other sources. The Draft Capital Budget document, prepared by town treasurer Dawn Galusha, notes that it intends to align with the Town of Fort Frances strategic plan by advancing its goals in several priority areas. “The top strategic priority areas which are covered through this capital budget are: 1) Quality of Life through the Memorial Sports Centre, Parks, Museums and Sunny Cove Projects,” the report reads. “2) Municipal Services and Infrastructure, including Fire gear, information technology upgrades, new equipment, various road reconstruction projects and building upgrades. 3) Economic growth will be achieved as we progress through the Woodyard development project as well as the Microgrid study. 4) Partnerships are a key in the success of the Town.” The report notes that the Draft Capital Budget 2025 document contains partnerships with both the Rainy River District School Board (RRDDSB) and Fort Frances Power Corporation (FFPC) through several joint projects. At Monday night’s meeting, Galusha read through the list of capital budget items on a category-by-category basis, stopping after each category to allow councillors to ask questions about or discuss particular line items. The first category in the budget document was a holdover category for unfinished or not-yet-started capital items that were approved and budgeted for 2024. Galusha noted the capital carried over from 2024 amounts to $12,247,165. Included in the capital carried-over items are the birthing for the Hallett and Owandem project, which Town of Fort Frances operations and facilities manager Travis Rob said is struggling to attract contractors to bid on the RFPs, the 52’s Arena brine pump controller upgrade, replacement of the HVAC system at the Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre, along with reconstruction of both Scott Street from Reid Avenue to Mosher Avenue and Third Street West from Central Avenue to York Avenue. Also carried over from 2023 is $695,000 in funding for the rehabilitation of Sunny Cove Camp. Rob noted that both road construction projects from 2024 have been tendered and awarded and that the town is working to have a “very early spring start” in order to see the road projects done within the 2025 calendar year. He also noted that administration is finalizing drawings and specifications for the Sunny Cove Camp project, and Rob said he is hopeful they can begin the tender process over the winter and be in place to begin work in spring 2025. Rob said most of the other outstanding items should be “very much achievable” in 2025, though some will be weather-dependent to see completion. The budget also features a section of items that Galusha said are dependent on receiving funding to move ahead, the most significant of which would be a $600,000 project to rehabilitate the McIrvine Rink and Park in the town’s west end, which the draft budget notes would focus on a covered pad, lighting, shack insulation and roof, park timbers and protective surface, and would potentially receive funding through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOFHC). Another similar line item is a planned rehabilitation of the East End Hall, which would focus on dampproofing the basement, replacing the roof and HVAC system, and would also be dependant on NOHFC funding. Coun. John McTaggart questioned the proposed expenditures at these two locations, and Rob noted the McIrvine rink is “by far” the town’s most heavily used outdoor rink, and is also in the worst condition, while the East end Hall work would be interior work that would allow the town to “fully utilize it for what it could potentially be.” Another significant line item in the draft budget is a $2,739,841 reconstruction of Scott Street from Mosher Avenue to Armit Avenue, which the Budget notes would receive funding from the provincial government’s Connecting Links program, which covers 90 percent of eligible costs, and would thus provide $2,250,776 towards the project, with the town covering the remaining $489,065 through the Federal Gas Tax Reserve. That portion of Scott Street also has an additional $985,760 allocated for the sanitary sewer replacement and $876,910 for the water distribution system replacement, both aspects of the project not eligible under Connecting Links, but which will be partially funded through provincial grants. The town is also planning to do reconstruction work on a number of road surfaces within town limits in 2025, with $985,760 being budgeted for work on Lillie Avenue North, York Avenue North, Cornwall Avenue North and Pit Road 1. The town is also seeking to replace two aging pieces of equipment in one of its tandem dump trucks and one of the accessibility vehicles, or “Handi-Vans.” Rob noted both vehicles are nearing the end of their usability due to wear and tear, with the dump truck having reached 15 years of operation, undergoing a fire and rebuild, and facing a $15,000 exhaust system replacement and potentially a motor replacement within the next two years, and the town’s Handi-Vans being “severely rusted out” according to Rob. The operations and facilities manager noted he has been trying to keep the budget requests to one large ticket item per year, recognizing that many of the town’s vehicles are in need of replacement but wanting to spread the financial impact out as much as possible. “What I’ve been trying to do over the last probably five years is to space out the replacement of our large equipment,” Rob said. “Over the last five years, I’ve tried to do one big thing a year, because we have a backlog. So we’ve done a sand truck one year, a tandem one year. We still have an old grader that needs to be replaced. We have a street sweeper that’s coming up on due for replacement. "We have other things in the future that we’re trying to stay cognizant of as well, so that we’re not stuck having a multiple large equipment purchases in any given one year.” Monday night’s meeting was the first of the official budget deliberation meetings, though it did accept input from the public at a previous meeting. According to the town’s schedule of budget deliberations, the next meeting will be part of council’s regular meeting on Monday, November 25, 2024, where council will discuss user fees and water rates. All council meetings are open to the public and can be joined online by viewing the meeting agenda on the town’s website at www.fortfrances.ca. The draft capital budget 2025 can be viewed in full by accessing Monday night’s council meeting agenda. Fort Frances Times / Local Journalism Initiative
Kolkata, Dec 30 (IANS): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will be visiting Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district on Monday -- a first since the sexual harassment controversy broke out earlier this year. Several local women had made allegations of sexual harassment and land grabbing by local Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan -- who has since been suspended by the party -- and his two aides, Shibu Prasad Hazra and Uttam Sardar. The Chief Minister on December 26 announced that she would be going there to attend an official programme on December 30 and hand over documents of public services to 100 beneficiaries there. On Monday, 20,000 individuals will be handed over such papers from different camps established there on that day," Banerjee said. Earlier, when the controversy broke out, doubts were raised from different quarters, including the opposition parties in the state, as to why the Chief Minister was avoiding a visit to Sandeshkhali. Political observers feel that the Chief Minister's visit to Sandeshkhali now is significant as she is expected to make important announcements there. On January 5, Sandeshkhali hit the headlines as a group of Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials and their escorting Central Armed Forces Personnel (CAPF) personnel were attacked after attempting a raid and search operations at the residence of Sheikh Shahjahan in connection with the multi-core ration distribution case in West Bengal. After that, the local people whose land was allegedly grabbed by Shahahjan and his associates and the women, who had become victims of sexual harassment by them, came out on the streets protesting the issue. The Trinamool then said the allegations of sexual harassment were politically motivated and meant to defame the party ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election. The BJP, however, claimed the allegations were an example of the Trinamool misrule and exploitation of women. In the Lok Sabha election, the Trinamool Congress won the Basirhat seat, within which the Sandeshkhali Assembly constituency is located. Sheikh Shahjahan was arrested on February 29 after he managed to evade the police for around two months. Meanwhile, the Leader of Opposition, BJP's Suvendu Adhikari has announced that he would hold a 'Jana Sanjog Yatra' in the area a day after the Chief Minister's visit.
In times of power outages, many people look for different ways to transfer power from device to device. It may come as a surprise to many that iPhone smartphones allow you to do this directly between them. As OBOZ.UA found out, this feature appeared in the iPhone 12 and is available on all subsequent devices. It is called "energy transfer" or "cross-charging." The charge can be transferred using MagSafe and wireless charging technologies. No additional equipment is required, except for two appropriately equipped iPhones and a cable. The disadvantages of this method include the low speed of energy transfer. In addition, the function is not automatic. So, first, make sure your iPhone has reverse wireless charging. This means that it can charge compatible devices when placed on the back of the phone. If both gadgets allow it, you can try charging them from each other. What devices do I need to charge one iPhone from another? The easiest way to do this is through a cable - USB-C or MagSafe. Choose one that supports two-way communication. You can also charge your gadget using wireless charging. To do this, both phones must support MagSafe. In this case, simply place both phones correctly against each other. If you're having trouble charging, you may need a charging adapter or portable battery pack. These allow you to charge one phone from the other via universal USB cables. Do not forget to activate the power transfer function in the settings of your gadget – such charging does not work automatically. Subscribe to the OBOZ.UA channels on Telegram and Viber to keep up with the latest developments.Global Healthy Aging Supplement Market Set For 7.6% Growth, Reaching $2.05 Billion By 2028Limited again, 49ers QB Brock Purdy still fighting sore shoulder
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Iginla, the 16-year-old son of Hockey Hall of Famer Jarome Iginla, buried his fifth, sixth and seventh goals of the season. The hat trick goal came at 18:19 of the third period. Roan Woodward added two goals and an assist while Gracyn Sawchyn had three helpers for Edmonton. Gavin Hodnett, Marshall Finnie and Kayden Stroeder also scored. Alex Worthington made 20 saves. Carson Birnie and Ollie Josephson replied for Red Deer. Chase Wutzke allowed seven goals on 33 shots and Peyton Shore stopped eight of nine. HITMEN 4 TIGERS 3 (OT) CALGARY — Ben Kindel scored twice, including the overtime winner, and the Calgary Hitmen edged the Medicine Hat Tigers. Ethan Moore and Maxim Muranov also scored for Medicine Hat. Anders Miller stopped 22 shots. Ryder Ritchie replied twice and Bryce Pickford also scored for Medicine Hat. Jordan Switzer made 36 saves. GIANTS 3 ROCKETS 1 LANGLEY, B.C. — Ty Halaburda scored twice, including a short-handed game-winning goal, and the Vancouver Giants beat the Kelowna Rockets. Jaden Lipinski also scored for Vancouver and Matthew Hutchison made 22 saves. Max Graham replied for Kelowna. Rhett Stoesser stopped 24 shots. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 29, 2024.