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Russian state news agencies say ousted Syrian leader Bashar Assad is in Moscow and given asylum DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Russian state news agencies say the ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad has arrived in Moscow with his family and been given asylum, hours after close ally Russia said he left Syria after negotiations with rebel groups. The Russian agencies, Tass and RIA, cited an unidentified Kremlin source. The Associated Press is not immediately able to verify the reports but has contacted the Kremlin for comment. Assad reportedly left Syria early Sunday, and Syrians have been pouring into streets echoing with celebratory gunfire after a stunning rebel advance reached the capital, ending the Assad family’s 50 years of iron rule. The fall of Bashar Assad after 13 years of war in Syria brings to an end a decades-long dynasty BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian President Bashar Assad has fled the country. Assad’s departure on Sunday brings to a dramatic close his nearly 14-year struggle to hold onto power in a brutal civil war that became a proxy battlefield for regional and international powers. Assad’s exit stood in stark contrast to his first months as Syria’s unlikely president in 2000, when many hoped he would be a young reformer after three decades of his father’s iron grip. But faced with protests of his rule that erupted in March 2011, Assad turned to his father's brutal tactics to crush dissent. A long stalemate was quickly broken when opposition groups in northwest Syria launched a surprise offensive late last month. Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, the leader of the insurgency that toppled Syria's Assad? BEIRUT (AP) — Abu Mohammed al-Golani, the militant leader who led the stunning insurgency that toppled Syria’s President Bashar Assad, has spent years working to remake his public image and that of his fighters. He renounced longtime ties to al-Qaida and depicts himself as a champion of pluralism and tolerance. The extent of that transformation from jihadi extremist to would-be state builder is now put to the test. The 42-year-old al-Golani is labeled a terrorist by the United States. He has not appeared publicly since Damascus fell early Sunday. But he and his insurgent force, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, stand to be a major player in whatever comes next. Trump says he can't guarantee tariffs won't raise US prices and won't rule out revenge prosecutions WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump says he can’t guarantee his promised tariffs on key U.S. foreign trade partners won’t raise prices for American consumers. And he's suggesting once more that some political rivals and federal officials who pursued legal cases against him should be imprisoned. The president-elect made the comments in a wide-ranging interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” that aired Sunday. He also touched on monetary policy, immigration, abortion and health care, and U.S. involvement in Ukraine, Israel and elsewhere. Trump often mixed declarative statements with caveats, at one point cautioning “things do change.” Trump calls for immediate cease-fire in Ukraine and says a US withdrawal from NATO is possible WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump is pushing Russian leader Vladimir Putin to act to reach an immediate cease-fire with Ukraine. Trump describes it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. Trump also said he would be open to reducing military aid to Ukraine and pulling the United States out of NATO. Those are two threats that have alarmed Ukraine, NATO allies and many in the U.S. national security community. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says any deal would have to pave the way to a lasting peace. The Kremlin's spokesman says Moscow is open to talks with Ukraine. The hunt for UnitedHealthcare CEO's elusive killer yields new evidence, but few answers NEW YORK (AP) — Police don’t know who he is, where he is, or why he did it. As the frustrating search for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killer got underway for a fifth day Sunday, investigators reckoned with a tantalizing contradiction: They have troves of evidence, but the shooter remains an enigma. One conclusion they are confident of, however: It was a targeted attack, not a random one. On Sunday morning, police declined to comment on the contents of a backpack found in Central Park that they believe was carried by the killer. South Korean prosecutors detain ex-defense chief over martial law imposition SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean prosecutors have detained a former defense minister who allegedly recommended last week’s brief but stunning martial law imposition to President Yoon Suk Yeol. Local media say that ex-Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun voluntarily appeared on Sunday at a Seoul prosecutors’ office, where he had his mobile phone confiscated and was detained. A law enforcement official says Kim was later sent to a Seoul detention facility. Kim's detention came a day after Yoon avoided an opposition-led bid to impeach him, with most ruling party lawmakers boycotting a floor vote to prevent a two-thirds majority needed to suspend his presidential powers. Trump's return may be a boon for Netanyahu, but challenges abound in a changed Middle East TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is jubilant about President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House. Trump's first term policies skewed heavily in favor of Israel, and he has picked stalwart Israel supporters for key positions in his administration. But much has transpired since Trump left office in early 2021. The turmoil in the Middle East, the lofty ambitions of Netanyahu’s far-right governing coalition and Netanyahu’s own personal relationship with the president-elect could dampen that enthusiasm and complicate what on the surface looks like a seamless alliance. A farming project in South Africa is helping deaf people build skills and find jobs JOHANNESBURG (AP) — In South Africa, where the general unemployment rate is over 32%, deaf people face even steeper hurdles. Unlike their counterparts who can hear and speak, they must struggle to communicate in sign language while trying to gain opportunities for jobs and skills development. Now a deaf entrepreneur who quit her job at one of the biggest banks in the country has created an organization where the deaf can be trained in agriculture, develop their skills and earn a sustainable living. The farming sector is emerging as a solace for those with disabilities who also face the dire levels of unemployment in Africa’s most developed economy. First 12-team College Football Playoff set, Oregon seeded No. 1 and SMU edges Alabama for last spot SMU captured the last open spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff, bumping Alabama to land in a bracket that placed undefeated Oregon at No. 1. The selection committee preferred the Mustangs (11-2), losers of a heartbreaker in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game, who had a far less difficult schedule than Alabama (9-3) of the SEC but one fewer loss. The first-of-its-kind 12-team bracket marks a new era for college football, though the Alabama-SMU debate made clear there is no perfect formula. The tournament starts Dec. 20-21 with four first-round games. It concludes Jan. 20 with the national title game in Atlanta.President-elect Donald Trump called a federal judge's ruling that blocked the Biden administration from disposing of any southern border wall materials during the remainder of Biden's presidency a "crucial win" for the nation and national security in a social media post on Saturday. Newsweek reached out to Trump's communications team and the White House for comment via email on Saturday. Why It Matters Immigration and border security are key issues for Texas, a state that shares a border with Mexico. Republican Governor Greg Abbott and Republican Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn have frequently clashed with the Biden administration over border policy. Last year, Texas deployed large buoy barriers in the Rio Grande River to address a surge in undocumented migrants crossing into the U.S. from Mexico, prompting the Biden administration to sue Abbott. In July, a federal appeals court ruled the floating barriers could remain in place, but legal battles continue. The Biden administration has argued that Texas' use of buoys violates federal law, while Abbott continues to deploy more barriers. Meanwhile, Trump campaigned this election cycle on a crackdown on immigration and stricter border policy, including continuation of the physical wall on the U.S. southern border with Mexico. He has pledged to reshape the nation's immigration laws and processes as soon as he takes office in less than a month. What To Know A federal judge on Friday ruled in favor of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton , a staunch Trump ally, who filed a motion for a permanent injunction to block the Biden administration from disposing pieces or materials related to the U.S.-Mexico border wall ahead of Trump's second term. Paxton and Trump worked together on the case, according to an X, formerly Twitter , post from Paxton on Friday. The Biden administration confirmed it will uphold the order, a press release from Paxton's office noted. In May, U.S. District Judge Drew Tipton ruled in favor of Paxton finding that the Biden administration violated federal law by attempting to redirect funds statutorily obligated for border wall construction. The administration was directed to continue the construction with the appropriated funds. In the same case, Paxton filed a new motion on December 17 after reports and photos emerged alleging the Biden administration was selling materials intended for border wall construction. The filing specifically cites "videos obtained by The Daily Wire [that] show flatbed trucks hauling massive, unused border wall panels—each weighing over 16,000 pounds—away from construction sites in Arizona to government auction yards," according to court documents reviewed by Newsweek. The Biden administration previously sold border wall materials in 2023 . Since taking office, Biden has worked to minimize construction on the wall. The money for the wall had been appropriated in 2019 before he took office and though he attempted to get the funding redirected, Congress had refused. Paxton's press release also noted that "the court stated that Texas is entitled to documentation proving that the Biden Administration has not violated an injunction" from May. "If it is shown that the Biden Administration disposed of border wall materials purchased with funds subject to that injunction in violation of a court order—or that the Department of Justice made misrepresentations regarding the border materials that have been auctioned off—this would constitute unethical and sanctionable conduct, and the responsible parties could be held in contempt of court," the attorney general added. In his Saturday post on Truth Social, Trump called the court order "a major, crucial WIN for America, and our National Security." He also pledged to rebuild the wall "in order to protect our Country from violent migrant crime, fentanyl smuggling, sex trafficking, terror attacks, and other heinous, Nation ending disasters." The president-elect added that the court's order "will expose just how corrupt and anti-American Radical Democrats are." He concluded his post: "We have to protect our Borders, and Save America. MAGA!" What People Are Saying Nick Sortor, conservative commentator and internet personality, wrote on X on Friday night: "HUGE win! Biden attempted to blatantly subvert the will of the American people by racing to auction off border wall materials for just pennies on the dollar, which would force Trump to buy them back at EXPONENTIALLY higher markups." Gunther Eagleman, a political commentator and MAGA supporter, praised Paxton in an X reply on Friday: "Ken Paxton is one of the best AG's in the country." What Happens Next Trump is expected to implement changes to the nation's immigration policies and border security measures once he takes office on January 20. On Saturday, he voiced support for H-1B visas for specialized foreign workers, amid Republican infighting over the issue earlier in the week. "I've always liked the visas, I have always been in favor of the visas. That's why we have them," Trump told the New York Post in a phone interview on Saturday. "I have many H-1B visas on my properties. I've been a believer in H-1B. I have used it many times. It's a great program," he said.Feminist ideology in India’s constitutional discoursewww ye7 live index 。

IRVING, Texas (AP) — The NFL will consider expanding replay assist to include facemask penalties and other plays. Officials have missed several obvious facemask penalties this season, including two in a three-week span during Thursday night games. “When we see it, because I see it like yourselves and the fans, I have an opportunity to see it from a different angle and see it from a slow-mo,” NFL executive Troy Vincent said Wednesday at the league’s winter meetings. “When you think about the position of where the officials are, things are happening so fast. Sometimes the facemask can be the same color as the gloves. There’s a lot happening. Concerning? Yes, because that’s a big miss. That’s a big foul. That’s why we would like to consider putting that for the membership to consider putting that foul category that we can see, putting that (penalty flag) on the field to help. There is a frustration, and we believe that is one category we can potentially get right." Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was grabbed by his facemask and brought down in the end zone to end Minnesota’s comeback attempt against the Rams on Oct. 24. But there was no call. On Oct. 3, officials missed a facemask on Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving while he ran for 7 yards late in the fourth quarter. Tampa Bay instead was called for holding on the play, got forced out of field-goal range and Kirk Cousins rallied the Falcons to an overtime victory. “That is one this year, the facemask seems like it was the obvious one” Vincent said. “That keeps showing up.” Vincent also cited hits on a defenseless player, tripping, the fair catch, an illegal batted ball, an illegal double-team block, illegal formations on kickoffs and taunting as other areas that warrant consideration for replay assist. Current rules only allow replay assist to help officials pick up a flag incorrectly thrown on the field, or in assisting proper enforcement of a foul called on the field. The NFL’s Competition Committee will review potential recommendations for owners to vote on for expanding replay assist. Vincent was emphatic about the league’s desire to eliminate low blocks that could lead to serious injuries. “The low block below the knee needs to be removed from the game,” Vincent said. “You look at high school, you look at college, too. Every block should be above the knee, but below the neck. All the work that we’ve done for the head and neck area, all the things that we’ve taken out of the game, this is the right time for us to remove the low block out of the game. Be consistent with high school. Be consistent with college. Every block should be above the knee and below the neck.” The league will consider changes to the onside kick after dramatically overhauling the kickoff rule on a one-year basis. “We need to look at that. That’s a dead play,” Vincent said of the onside kick’s low success rate. “That is a ceremonial play. Very low recovery rate. When we look at the kickoff and maybe where the touchback area should be during the offseason, we need to revisit the onside kick.” Options include giving the team an opportunity to run one play to gain a certain number of yards to keep possession. The Washington Commanders’ search for a new stadium site includes options in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia, and work has escalated on one in particular. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and controlling owner Josh Harris met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill last week about the RFK Stadium site in Washington, which requires a bill getting through Congress to transfer the land to the District government before anything else can happen. “I think there’s a bipartisan support for this,” Goodell said, adding he’d like to see it get to a vote soon. “We hope that it will be addressed and approved so that it’s at least an alternative for the Commanders if we go forward. I grew up in Washington, and I know would be exciting for a lot of fans.” The NFL continues to discuss a potential 18-game season, but would need approval from the players’ union. “We are doing analysis I would say, but we are not finalizing any plans at this point,” Goodell said. “They’ll share that analysis with the players’ union, which would need to agree to any change.” AP Sports Writer Stephen Whyno contributed. AP NFL:Rep. Raúl Grijalva gives up role as ranking Democrat on key House committee

1 2 Hyderabad: The enforcement officials of prohibition and excise department said there has been a 29 per cent increase in cases related to the violation of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act). Prohibition & excise director VB Kamalasan Reddy, during the annual press meet, said the number of accused arrested in NDPS Act cases went up from 1,134 in 2023 to 1,840 in 2024. The total cases registered by the excise department for different illicit distillation offences saw a two percent increase. "In 2023, we registered 20,803 cases, whereas this year, excise officials registered 21,234 cases. Similarly, 12,727 persons were arrested in 2024, which is an 8 per cent increase," Kamalasan Reddy said. The officials identified 25 hot spots across Telangana and seized stock 27 crore worth ID liquor. Operation Dhoolpet , which was started by the excise department to eradicate the supply of ganja from Dhoolpet, led to the arrest of 317 persons and the seizure of 561 kg of ganja. Another area of focus for excise officials was the seizure of Non-Duty Paid Liquor (NDPL), where 53,226 litres of liquor were seized and 2,076 persons were arrested. Across Telangana, the number of under-investigation cases decreased from 84,115 cases in Jan to 46,187 cases. Keeping in view the upcoming New Year event, the excise director said that within GHMC limits, 40 teams were formed, and they will be on the lookout for violations. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss yearly career horoscopes 2025 for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .BJP cracks caste riddle in Jat belts, beats Cong, RLP

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom is asking the state legislature to allocate $25 million so that the California Department of Justice will have the money necessary “to defend California from unconstitutional overreach.” Short of making Kamala Harris attorney general again, this is about the dumbest thing our DOJ could do. Which, according to my Newsom-to-English decoder ring, translates as follows: taxpayer money for nuisance lawsuits against the Trump administration with the sole intention of generating publicity for...Gavin Newsom. Clearly, we’re well into the next phase of his ‘I’m not running for president’ ruse. Next, an exploratory committee to consider the various reasons Newsom doesn’t plan to run for president. Then, an eye job or maybe a super-sized helping of Botox. Great. The state is going broke and Newsom wants to spend millions battling Trump. Meantime, California Attorney General and wannabe governor Rob Bonta says that $25 million may not even be enough for his office. At a Sacramento press conference Bonta called the sum “a down payment” and “a beginning not the end...We believe we will need to use all of it.” Boy, the way this guy Bonta throws other people’s money around – maybe he should be in the House of Representatives. Bonta is like one of those creepy slip-and-fall trial attorneys who specializes in shaking down the guys with the deepest pockets. I’m waiting to see a sleazy billboard alongside the 110 freeway in downtown LA. Maybe some bus stop benches with his menacing mug! This wouldn’t be the first time California Democrats have called a play from this playbook. In President Trump’s first term, then California Attorney General and current Secretary of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra, spent about $42 million over four years suing the federal government. Back to the present, right after Newsom and Bonta threatened to sue the Trump administration 15 ways from Sunday, they turned around and asked the federal government for billions of dollars to pay for the 2028 Summer Olympics! Talk about going for the gold! That had to make for some awkward exchanges down at the courthouse. “Okay, if everyone suing President Trump could form a line here, and everybody asking President Trump for a hand-out could form a line here...” Side note: why would you sue somebody on one hand and then ask them for a hand-OUT with the other? If there’s one thing us Hollywood folks can’t stand, it’s being two-faced. Last month, the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority board wrote President-elect Trump a letter requesting $3.2 billion to improve public transportation for the 2028 Summer Games, calling the next Olympics to be held in the United States “the largest and most spectacular sporting event held in American history.” Which I think would come as something of a surprise to the producers of the next WWE pay per view. Related Articles Opinion Columnists | California’s housing crisis has gotten worse, not better, over the last 30 years Opinion Columnists | Jon Coupal: The Gann Limit is back in the news Opinion Columnists | End the IRS’s worldwide tax grab Opinion Columnists | Mass deportations are bad for everyone’s liberties Opinion Columnists | The draconian penalties that Hunter Biden escaped affect people whose fathers can’t save them The Los Angeles Times reported that in their letter, the board cited past contributions from the federal government to American Olympic hosts as $1.3 billion for the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City and $609 million for the 1996 Summer Games in Atlanta, as justification for the request. Isn’t it interesting that California has plenty of money for performative lawsuits against the incoming Trump administration before anyone has even been sworn into office and done anything, but not enough money to get ready for the Olympics – which we were awarded back in 2017! What’s great about these stories is that they perfectly illustrate why government in California is in the pathetic state that it’s in: Our dearly elected leaders are primarily interested in political theatrics that generate celebrity and attention for themselves, at the same time that they have no interest in carrying out the basic duties of government that they were elected to perform. All gesture and no substance. That’s the Newsom way. Sorry, Gavin. This time you’re going to have to settle for the bronze. John Phillips can be heard weekdays from noon to 3 p.m. on “The John Phillips Show” on KABC/AM 790.Russian state news agencies say ousted Syrian leader Bashar Assad is in Moscow and given asylum

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‘Let’s not panic’: Canada picks up the pieces after ugly Latvia loss at world juniorsMajor hockey tournaments, holiday shoppers bring big business to OttawaRegina, Saskatchewan, Nov. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Conexus Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of the $100 million ‘Ag Grow Fund.’ This new fund is designed to help Saskatchewan ag producers save money and reinvest in their operations. Exclusive discounted interest rates, no application fees, and no age limit restrictions are some of the fund’s tailored benefits. “Conexus is dedicated to empowering ag producers to achieve what matters to them,” says Conexus Chief Growth Officer Garnett Volk. “We have designed this fund specifically for Saskatchewan producers and their operations.” “As your local credit union, we understand and value agriculture’s contribution to the health of our economy. We are committed to our members’ success and to helping grow Saskatchewan agriculture for a thriving province.” More highlights of the Ag Grow Fund include: Exclusive discounted interest rates for new fixed-rate term loans and mortgages. No application fees with the exception of Canadian Agricultural Loans Act (CALA) loans and mortgages. No maximum age restrictions . Funding of up to $2 million per producer. $100 million in dedicated financing for the purchase of land, buildings, equipment, and livestock. The Ag Grow Fund is not available for refinancing. Ag producers can learn more and book an appointment with a dedicated Conexus Ag Advisor here. The Ag Grow Fund is the latest Conexus initiative supporting the Saskatchewan agricultural sector, adding to Cultivator powered by Conexus’ AGTECH ACCELERATOR. The AGTECH ACCELERATOR sees Cultivator facilitate and accelerate growth in agtech by connecting farmers, founders, and funders. The program aims to bring the best agricultural innovations to Canada, ensuring Canadian farmers have access to cutting-edge technology to enhance their operations. Cultivator is currently recruiting Cohort 4 for the AGTECH ACCELERATOR. Learn more here . Exclusive benefit for Conexus members: Conexus members get into Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) for free again this year. Members can visit any Conexus branch before Nov. 29, 2024, to pick up a free multi-day pass. About Conexus Credit Union We’re a forward-thinking, Saskatchewan-based credit union committed to our members and their financial well-being. We’re a member-owned cooperative with more than 80 years of serving members and giving back to our community. Conexus’ purpose is to champion every member’s success for a thriving Saskatchewan. Attachment Ag Grow Fund Image