A couple of squads looking to climb closer to .500 meet up on Thursday, Nov. 21 with the Charlotte Hornets hosting the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on NBA TV, FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and FanDuel Sports Network Southeast . Fans looking to watch this NBA game can do so for free by using FuboTV and DirecTV Stream, which both offer a free trial or with SlingTV, which doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available . The Hornets are 5-9 and on a two-game losing streak. The most recent loss came on Tuesday in an NBA Cup game against the Brooklyn Nets, 116-115. The Pistons also come into this contest following a loss, a matchup with the Chicago Bulls on Monday. The squad is 7-9 on the season after starting 0-4. Who: Detroit Pistons vs. Charlotte Hornets When: Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. EST Where: Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. Stream: FuboTV (free trial) ; Sling ; DirecTV Stream (free trial) Betting: Check out our MA sports betting guide , where you can learn basic terminology, definitions and how to read odds for those interested in learning how to bet in Massachusetts. More College Football What is FuboTV? FuboTV is an internet television service that offers more than 200 channels across sports and entertainment including Paramount+ with SHOWTIME . From the UEFA Champions League to the WNBA to international tournaments ranging across sports, there’s plenty of options available on FuboTV, which offers a free trial, and $20 off the first month for new costumers. What is DirecTV Stream? DirecTV Stream offers practically everything DirecTV provides, except for a remote and a streaming device to connect to your television. Sign up now and get three free months of premium channels including MAX , Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and Starz. What is SlingTV? SlingTV offers a variety of live programing ranging from news and sports and starting as low as $20 a month for your first month. Subscribers also get a month of DVR Plus free if they sign up now. Choose from a variety of sports packages without long-term contracts and with easy cancelation. RELATED CONTENT: ‘Inside the NBA’ will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement with NBA By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer “Inside the NBA” will continue, even though games will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season. The popular studio show will appear on ESPN and ABC beginning next season as part of a settlement between Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA that was announced on Monday. Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of TNT Sports, sued the NBA in New York state court in August after the league did not accept the company’s matching offer for one of the packages in its new 11-year media rights deal, which will begin with the 2025-26 season. Even though “Inside the NBA” will be on ESPN and ABC, TNT Sports will continue to produce the show. It will air from Atlanta, except when the show goes on the road. The quartet of Ernie Johnson Jr., Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O’Neal will remain with the show. Barkley signed an extension with Warner Bros. Discovery in August despite the company losing the NBA. “‘Inside the NBA’ is universally recognized as one of the best and most culturally impactful shows in sports,” ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro said. “We have long-admired the immensely talented team and are thrilled to add their chemistry and knowledge to our robust set of NBA studio offerings to super-serve NBA fans like never before. The addition of ‘Inside the NBA’ further solidifies ESPN as the preeminent destination for sports fans.” “Inside the NBA” will handle pregame, halftime and postgame coverage of the NBA Finals on ABC, conference finals and the NBA Playoffs. During the regular season, it will be part of opening week coverage, as well as Christmas Day, all ABC games after Jan. 1, the final week of the season and other marquee events. “The opportunity to continue the iconic and Emmy Award-winning ‘Inside the NBA’ is a huge win for basketball fans everywhere,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. “We look forward to building on our longstanding partnership with TNT Sports and working together to promote NBA content across key WBD and NBA platforms.” “Inside the NBA” started in 1989, Johnson became the host in 1990 while Smith joined fulltime in 1998. Barkley came aboard in 2000 followed by O’Neal in 2011. The show has garnered 21 Sports Emmy Awards. ESPN will also continue to produce “NBA Countdown” and “NBA Today.” The settlement gives TNT Sports, Bleacher Report and House of Highlights a global license for NBA content with no rights fee for the next 11 years. Warner Bros. Discovery will also continue its relationship with the league’s digital operations, including NBA.com, for five seasons. TNT Sports and the NBA have jointly managed NBA Digital since 2009. Even though TNT Sports will not be airing games in the United States beginning next season, it does have rights to air a full package of games in select countries, including Latin America (excluding Brazil and Mexico), Poland, Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. TNT Sports will also begin showing 13 Big 12 football and 15 men’s basketball games next season as part of a sublicense with ESPN. TNT will air two College Football Playoff games beginning this season also under a sublicense with ESPN. Turner Sports has had an NBA package since 1984 and games have been on TNT since the network launched in 1988. That will end after this season. “Together these agreements ensure fans will continue to enjoy TNT’s ‘Inside the NBA’ and create tremendous value for our entire portfolio as we accelerate the growth of TNT Sports, Bleacher Report, House of Highlights and our global sports business,” Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav said in a statement. “We are pleased to partner with the NBA and Disney/ESPN, and to have solidified long-term rights and revenue for WBD.” The Associated Press contributed to this article
December 30 - The Sacramento Kings look to halt a season-worst six-game losing streak when they host the short-handed Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. The first five losses of the skid were under Mike Brown, who was fired on Friday in an unconventional manner. Assistant Doug Christie was named interim coach and oversaw a 132-122 road loss against the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday. Sacramento had high hopes entering the season but sits six games below .500 with the campaign about 40 percent complete. The killer setback for Brown came Thursday against the visiting Detroit Pistons. The Kings led by 10 with less than three minutes to go but eventually lost 114-113. Detroit's Jaden Ivey converted a game-winning four-point play stemming from a foul on De'Aaron Fox with three seconds left in the game. Brown sharply criticized Fox following the game. Brown then conducted practice and handled media responsibilities on Friday. A short time later, he was fired before the team boarded its flight to Los Angeles. Now the club is trying to regroup, with star Domantas Sabonis saying it is time for a turnaround. "We obviously know we haven't been performing at our best," Sabonis said. "And we have to do a better job. Me, as one of the leaders of the team, I got to make sure that that happens. We got to win all the games that we can." Sabonis had 14 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in the loss to the Lakers. Fox recorded 29 points, 12 assists and four steals. DeMar DeRozan added 25 points and Malik Monk scored 20. With the Kings mired in 12th place in the Western Conference, Fox is feeling a sense of urgency. "Obviously, the conference continues to get better," Fox said. "But us, you know, we kind of got a little stagnant, and that is what it is. We have to find a way to get better." Dallas will be playing its third game since losing star Luka Doncic to a strained left calf on Christmas Day. The Mavericks are 7-3 without Doncic this season, a mark that includes a 126-122 loss to the host Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday. Dallas never led in the contest, and four Portland players reached the 20-point mark. The Trail Blazers led by as many as 21 points in the third quarter. Kyrie Irving carried the Mavericks with a season-best 46 points, including 20 in the final quarter. "Kai, our leader, he got us back in that game," Dallas coach Jason Kidd said. "It's just unfortunate we couldn't make the right plays on both ends when we got it down. "That's just who he is. Kai's a leader and wants to help the team win. Being able to score 46 wasn't easy." The loss was just the fifth in the past 20 games for the Mavericks. But it felt painful to Irving, who wasn't pleased about the club digging such a huge hole against one of the worst teams in the Western Conference. "We definitely could have done a better job keeping the game a lot closer," Irving said. "Getting down like that, I don't want to say it's characteristic for us, but we're used to it to a certain degree to get out of holes like that and give ourselves a chance. Most teams would give up, especially on a back-to-back. But our identity is we don't want to give up." Dallas will be without Naji Marshall, who will miss his second contest as part of a four-game suspension for his part in an altercation with Jusuf Nurkic of the Phoenix Suns on Friday. P.J. Washington, suspended one game for his role in the scuffle, will return on Monday. Mavericks big man Dereck Lively II (hip) is listed as questionable. He has missed the past two games. --Field Level Media Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tabThe Government has decided to allocate space for a memorial for former Prime Minister late Dr Manmohan Singh , the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said on Friday. According to the MHA, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, immediately after the Cabinet meeting, communicated to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge that the Government will allocate space for the memorial. “Today morning, Government received a request to allocate space for a memorial for former Prime Minister Late Dr Manmohan Singh, from the Congress Party President,” the MHA statement read. “Immediately after the Cabinet meeting, Home Minister Amit Shah communicated to Congress President Kharge and the family of Late Dr Manmohan Singh that the Government will allocate space for the memorial. In the meanwhile cremation and other formalities can happen because a trust has to be formed and space has to be allocated to it,” it added. Earlier in the day, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah over the phone and requested to have the funeral of Dr Manmohan Singh at a place where his memorial can be built, according to a post by the Indian National Congress on X. “I am writing this in the context of the sad demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India. Apropos our telephonic conversation this morning, wherein I requested to hold Dr Manmohan Singh’s last rites, which will take place tomorrow i.e. 28th December 2024, at his final resting place that would be a sacrosanct venue for the memorial of the great son of India. This is in keeping with such tradition of having memorials of statesmen and former Prime Ministers at the very place of their funerals,” Mr. Kharge wrote in his letter. The Congress President emphasized that Dr Manmohan Singh holds a highly revered place in the psyche of the country and the people of this nation. “While his contributions and achievements are phenomenal, I would like to dwell here on some of his very significant accomplishments. His erudition on economic and fiscal matters comes from his vast experience as Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India and various other capacities in several organizations,” Mr. Kharge said. “The respect and regard that the world leaders had for Dr Manmohan Singh bears testimony to this fact. His wise counsel, leadership and contribution in mitigating the global economic financial crisis is well acknowledged. As I recall, President Obama during his tenure as President of the US mentioned Dr. Singh and remarked that “Whenever the Indian Prime Minister speaks, the whole world listens to him,” he added. Mr. Kharge recalled Dr Singh’s role as Finance Minister during a grave economic crisis in India, saying “It was Manmohan Singh as Finance Minister, who took India out of the crisis and also led the country towards economic prosperity and stability. The nation today reaps the benefits of the robust economic foundations he built.” Mr. Kharge further said that a memorial would be a fitting tribute to a leader who rose from humble beginnings to become a statesman of immense stature. “In view of the foregoing, I hope and trust that befitting the stature of Dr Manmohan Singh, the above request to have the funeral of Dr Manmohan Singh at a place where his memorial can be built will be acceded to,” Kharge concluded. The last rites of Dr Manmohan Singh are to be performed at Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday afternoon. “Dr Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister passed away at 9.51 PM on December 26, 2024 at AllMS Hospital, New Delhi. It has been decided by the Government that State funeral will be accorded to Dr Manmohan Singh. The funeral will take place at 11:45 AM on December 28, 2024 at Nigambodh Ghat, New Delhi. The Ministry of Defence is requested to make arrangements for State funeral will full military honours,” the MHA stated. Dr Manmohan Singh passed away at AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday at the age of 92 due to age-related medical conditions. He had a sudden loss of consciousness at home after which he was rushed to the hospital. Dr Singh’s political career spanned several decades, with notable positions including Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996, during which he spearheaded economic reforms that transformed India’s economy. He served as the 13th Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014, succeeding Atal Bihari Vajpayee. His tenure is particularly remembered for his steady leadership during economic crises and his contributions to modernizing India’s economy. After his second term, Dr Singh retired from public life, having led India through a period of unprecedented growth and international recognition. He was succeeded by Narendra Modi in 2014 after the Congress-led UPA lost the general elections. Published - December 28, 2024 05:20 am IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Indian National Congress / politics (general)
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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- As coach Jerod Mayo elected to punt from his team's own 28-yard line, down 30 points with 11 minutes left in the fourth quarter of Saturday's game, the few Patriots fans left began to chant "Fire Mayo." It was that kind of game Saturday, as the dominated the struggling Patriots in front of a barren crowd at Gillette Stadium en route to a 40-7 win. It was the Patriots' second home loss by 30-plus points this century. The victory clinched a playoff spot for the Chargers and gave them double-digit wins for the third time since 2010. The loss dropped the Patriots to 3-13, their second straight season with 13 losses, but it moved them closer to clinching a top pick in the NFL draft. The Patriots will end their season next week with a home game against the . The Chargers will head to Las Vegas for their season finale against the Raiders, a game that could have playoff-seeding implications. The Chargers would secure the fifth seed with a win over the Raiders and a Steelers loss next week. (10-6) Thunderous trouncing. Saturday's win was the Chargers' best performance of the season, scoring a season-high 40 points. A week after the Patriots nearly beat the Bills, the Chargers pummeled them from the beginning of this game to secure a playoff spot. looks healthy. Dobbins had been one of the best running backs in the NFL, but a sprained left MCL sidelined him for the Chargers' past four games. He appeared to be his old self in his first game back Saturday, as he scored a touchdown and gained 76 rushing yards, which is more than any Chargers running back had in his absence. The offensive line protected Herbert. This had been an issue all season, and without starting right guard , it appeared it could continue Saturday. But the Chargers had one of their best blocking games of the season. The Patriots pressured Herbert on only six of his 39 dropbacks (15%), his second-lowest pressure rate in a game this season (12% in Week 11 versus the Bengals). -- at Raiders (TBD, Sunday)Burlington Public Library Continues “Letters to Santa” Program Amidst Postal StrikeASML FINAL DEADLINE: ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages ASML Holding N.V. Investors ...
We’re into Round 2 of the five-week Florida High School Athletic Association state playoffs, and so far no big surprises . Will the power rankings continue to hold up in Friday night’s region semifinal round ? The competition level figures to be tougher for most of the 10 Orlando area teams still in play. Friday’s winners advance to region finals next week. State semifinals are set for Friday, Dec. 6, setting the state for championship games, Wednesday-Saturday, Dec. 11-14, at Florida International University in Miami. Our Scoreboard at SentinelVarsity.com will update scores from every game involving an area team. CHECK HERE FOR SCOREBOARD UPDATES Go to the Sentinel Varsity home page for news on football and other sports. Rankings in bold are region seeds: No. 4 Zephyrhills (8-3) at No. 1 Jones (11-0), 7:30 p.m. Coverage by Philip Rossman-Reich Checking in from Jones for Zephyrhills vs. Jones. Teams are warming up with about 40 minutes to kick off. BACKGROUND: Jones, No. 1 in the Orlando Sentinel Super 16 coaches poll and No. 2 in the FHSAA 4A power rankings, is aiming for its fourth consecutive final four appearance. This is a 4A region 2 semifinal. NEXT UP: With a win, Jones would stay home to play either sixth-ranked Ocala Vanguard (10-1) or Lake Wales (7-3) next Friday. The Tigers are also a lock to be home for the state semifinal round if they get there. No. 3 Tampa Bay Tech (8-2) No. 2 Edgewater (10-1*), 7:30 p.m. Coverage by Steve Gorches BACKGROUND: This is a Class 5A Region 2 semifinal. Edgewater, No. 2 in the Super 16 area rankings, topped the Titans 28-24 in a 2022 playoff game. The Eagles have reached region finals five times in the past six seasons (2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023). NEXT: With a win, Edgewater would either host big underdog Tampa Gaither (6-4) or play at 5A No. 1 Lakeland (11-0) next Friday. No. 5 Spruce Creek (8-3) at No. 1 Lake Mary (9-2), 7 p.m. Coverage by Nate Marrero TOUCHDOWN: Spruce Creek defensive back Xavier Lucas intercepts Lake Mary quarterback Noah Grubb’s pass deep in Lake Mary territory. The visiting Hawks score two plays later on a one-yard run by Anthony Hayden. A two-point conversion try failed. Spruce Creek leads 6-0 with 6:27 remaining in the first quarter. BACKGROUND: This is a Class 7A Region 1 semifinal. Lake Mary, No. 3 in the Super 16, is 4-0 vs. the Hawks since 2013. The Rams junior quarterback, Noah Grubbs, has 96 career touchdown passes after throwing 5 last week. He can join former Lake Nona QB Tucker Israel as the second Orlando area QB to reach 100. Lake Mary is enticing its fan base with a promise to provide free food to the first 200 students in the student section. They can choose either a snack-sized Jimmy Johns sub or hot cocoa and a cookie. NEXT: As 7A’s second-ranked team, Lake Mary would host either Orange City University or Seminole next Friday. The Rams are also guaranteed to be home for the state semifinal round if they get there. No. 3 Orange City University (9-2) at No. 2 Seminole (9-1*) , 7 p.m. Coverage by Chris Hays BACKGROUND: This is a Class 7A Region 1 semifinal. Seminole is No. 6 and University No. 7 in the Sentinel Super 16. The Seminoles lead the series 7-3, but these teams haven’t squared off since the SHS 12-0 state championship season in 2020. NEXT: The winner faces either top seed Lake Mary or Spruce Creek next Friday. No. 3 Dunnellon (8-3) at No. 2 Bishop Moore (9-2), 7:30 p.m. Coverage by Jordon Lawrenz Bishop Moore is without its leading receivers tonight as both Kenyon Alston and Jaxson Anderson are sitting out injured. BACKGROUND: This is a Class 3A Region 2 semifinal. The host Hornets, No. 8 in the Super 16, seek their first region final berth since 2016 and their 2015 state title run. Bishop Moore edged Dunnellon 21-20 in a 2020 playoff game, their last meeting. NEXT: If the Hornets would win they would either travel to face top seed Eau Gallie (10-1) or host Titusville (7-4) next Friday. Eau Gallie topped the Terriers 7-3 in the regular season. Round 2 of FHSAA football playoffs: Orlando area scoreboard updates No. 3 Jupiter (10-1) at No. 2 Dr. Phillips (10-1), 7 p.m. Coverage by Chris Martucci TOUCHDOWN: Dr. Phillips makes Jupiter pay for the turnover as Cameran Dixon bursts 8 yards for the touchdown. Extra point good. 14-0 DP. 2:17 1Q. DP’s McHenry Fortilien picks off the Jupiter pass to give the Panthers the ball back at their 40. 6:59 1Q. TOUCHDOWN: After three straight penalties negated first and goal at the 9, Stanley Anderson-Lofton would not be denied. First, a 33-yard pass to Mykel Calixte. Then, a 1-yard run to punch it in the end zone and give Dr. Phillips the lead. Extra point good. DP leads 7-0 at 8:32 of the first quarter. Xavion Mincey returns the opening kickoff 58 yards to the Jupiter 41 to give the Dr. Phillips offense good field position to start. Dr. Phillips wins the coin toss and elects to receive. Perfect football weather on this cloudless night at Dr. Phillips as the Panthers take on Warriors for a chance to get to the third round of the playoffs. BACKGROUND: This is a Class 7A Region 3 semifinal. DP looks to reach a region final for the first time since 2018, which was the year after its 2017 state championship. Jupiter posted its first playoff win since 2004 lat week. NEXT: With a win, Dr. Phillips would play either Vero Beach (7-3) at home or travel to face the No. 1 ranked 7A team, Palm Beach Central (10-1) next Friday. No. 3 Durant (8-3) at No. 4 Kissimmee Osceola (9-2), 7:30 p.m. Coverage by J. Daniel Pearson BACKGROUND: This is a Class 6A Region 2 semifinal and the first meeting between these programs. Osceola, No. 4 in the Super 16 and No. 7 in the FHSAA 6A rankings, is vying for its first region final appearance since its 2020 state runner-up season. NEXT: With a win the Kowboys would either play at third-ranked Armwood (11-0) or host No. 16 Tampa Plant (8-3) next Friday. No. 3 West Orange (9-2) at No. 2 Plant City (9-2), 7:30 p.m. BACKGROUND: This is a Class 7A Region 3 semifinal. West Orange has won two playoff games in only two seasons, 2015 and 2021. NEXT: With a win the Warriors would play at 7A’s top-ranked team Venice (10-1), or host Newsome (8-3) next Friday. No. 6 Orlando Christian Prep (5-5*) at No. 2 Lakeland Christian (9-1), 7:30 p.m. BACKGROUND: This is a Class 1A Region 2 semifinal. OCP won a wild one on the road last week, 35-34 in overtime at Melbourne Central Catholic. Can they pull off another upset against the Vikings, who are No. 5 in 1A? NEXT: With a win, OCP would play at either Clearwater Central Catholic fourth-ranked (9-2) or seventh-ranked Carrollwood Day (7-3) of Tampa next Friday. (* Edgewater, OCP and Seminole gained forfeit wins against The First Academy). Varsity content editor Buddy Collings can be contacted by email at bcollings@orlandosentinel.com.Banking tycoon Elumelu spreads joy at his all-white soireeGovernors of deep blue states are scrambling and jockeying to craft their narrative to Donald Trump’s election-winning deportation message, with varying results. Thus far, California’s governor is attempting to become the anti-Trump opposition leader, as Massachusetts’s top executive is softening her state’s sanctuary status, and even Illinois’ leftist goveror is suddenly supporting the idea of deporting “criminals.” These Democrats are all pushing what former GOP House Speaker Newt Gingrich calls an “act of insurrection” against the legally elected president of the United States. Last month, Gingrich blasted the threats made by Denver’s extremist mayor that he would use his city police department as his own personal Confederate Army troops to physically oppose officers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Gingrich pointed out that “The mayor of Denver doesn’t seem to understand that the United States Army settled the question of states, counties and cities defying the federal government in a meeting at Appomattox in 1865 when General Lee surrendered.” The Democrats are grasping for ways to respond to Trump, nonetheless, and no dominant narrative has yet emerged. Probably unsurprisingly, with images of the White House dancing in his head, radical, left-wing California Gov. Gavin Newsom is attempting to set himself up as the chief resistance to Trump’s deportation plans. This week, just before Christmas, Newsom announced that he would begin looking for ways to help illegals evade federal authorities in a blatant attempt to thwart Donald Trump from fulfilling his campaign pledge to launch the biggest deportation campaign in U.S. history. Newsom’s extremist regime pushed out a memo entitled “Immigrant Support Network Concept,” which proposed regional hubs to “connect at-risk individuals, their families, and communities with community systems — such as legal services, schools, labor unions, local governments, etc.,” Fox News reported. Not only is Newsom looking to create entire bureaucracies geared toward evading federal law, he also pledged to throw $25 million in tax dollars into efforts to “Trump proof” the state by funding every way his Democrats can devise to shield illegals from ICE, and he also called a special legislative session to push the policy. The entire scheme is clearly Newsom’s way to be seen as the face of Trump opposition in preparation for a run for the White House in 2028. Meanwhile, in the center of the nation, Illinois’ left-wing Gov. J.B. Pritzker found himself a sudden fan of deporting “criminal” illegals. A few weeks before Trump’s massive election victory, Pritzker seemed to see the writing on the wall and tried to walk a finer line by insisting that “violent criminals” should be deported, but all other illegals should be protected. On the other hand, he also tried to burnish his opposition bona fides by claiming he would oppose “raids” to round up illegals. “We also just want to make sure there isn’t a violation of people’s rights with ... raids ... that are done in coordination [with] local law enforcement,” he said the week after Trump’s election. “We think that’s improper and in Illinois, that’s not something that we would condone.” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul also tried to fudge her past blatant support for illegals by adopting some tougher sounding verbiage. As the country turned to favor President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to deport illegal aliens, Hochul performed an about-face last month when she claimed during a press conference that she favors deporting illegals accused of or convicted of crimes. “If someone breaks the law, I’ll be the first one to call up ICE and say, ‘Get them out of here,’” the sanctuary state governor exclaimed. Yet, despite Hochul’s tougher talk, her Democrat-dominated legislature went the Newsom way by introducing legislation to make it even harder to deport illegals from New York. In contrast, the Democrat governor of Massachusetts, Maura Healey, made as if to sound like a sudden hardliner on migrants. Healey seemed to backpedal on her state’s status as a “sanctuary” for illegals in not one, but two interviews, where she flat out said that the Bay State is “not a sanctuary state.” Healey made this startling claim in interviews with the Boston Globe and the Boston Herald in which Healey not only said her state is not a sanctuary state, but said she will work with the feds to deport illegals, and would reduce the amount spent on sheltering illegals. This despite the fact that Massachusetts has enshrined in its laws a “right to shelter” for anyone who is homeless and without a place to stay. But speaking of this “right,” she told the Globe , “My view is that the law was never intended to apply to the circumstance that we’ve been dealing with the last couple of years here, people coming from other states.” “We are not a sanctuary state,” she continued, “and we simply do not have a means to house people.” Healey is throwing $856 million in tax dollars at shelters for illegals, which is still a budget cut from the expected $932 million. And Healey says more cuts will be coming to spending on migrants. Healey also told the Herald that she thinks state and local jurisdictions should work with the feds to deport “criminal” migrants from the state. Despite that turnaround, Healey is not suggesting that the state or its counties and cities cancel their rules preventing police officers from working with ICE, so it is not exactly clear how she expects criminal illegals to be deported if she does not back police agencies working with the feds to do so. It is likely that more of a consensus on responding to Trump’s policies will come together after the 47th President actually puts his machinery in place to begin the deportation process. But right now, Democrat governors are floating trial balloons on the issue. Follow Warner Todd Huston on Facebook at: facebook.com/Warner.Todd.Huston , or Truth Social @WarnerToddHuston
'Why fish only cut Pakistan's cable': Bilawal slams PML-N govt over 'internet slowdown' "PML-N's politics is based on motorways [...] they are infrastructure of 90s," says PPP chairman Wondering why fish only cut Pakistan's undersea internet cables, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto reminded the PML-N-led federal government that modern infrastructure revolves around digitalisation, internet, and its speed. "PML-N's politics is based on motorways [...] they are infrastructure of 90s," Bilawal, who also served as the top diplomat during Shehbaz Sharif's previous stint as prime minister, said while speaking to journalists in Ratodero. Users across various cities in Pakistan continue to face sporadic internet disruption and slow speed, resulting in difficulties with browsing, as well as downloading and sharing media. According to a list issued by Ookla Speedtest Global Index, Pakistan was ranked 100 out of 111 countries in mobile internet speeds with a download speed of 20.61Mbps and upload speed of 8.53Mbps. Meanwhile, the index ranked the country at 141 out of 158 countries in broadband speeds with a download speed of 15.60Mbps and upload speed of 15.53Mbps. Talking to media today, Bilawal — whose party is an ally of the PML-N in Centre — said they should have increased the internet speed instead of reducing it. "How can the government retract from its own statements," he asked, noting first they claimed the internet cable had been cut, later they retracted it. "Why bother with VPNs when the public doesn't even have reliable high-speed internet?" the PPP chairman asked. Responding to a question, he said that water is everyone's fundamental right and the PPP has always tried to resolve the problems being faced by the people. "We agreed that the development budget of all four provinces would be chalked out with mutual consultation," he said, adding that it seems the federal government "is not treating smaller provinces well". Furthermore, he said, the PML-N-led government lacks a mandate for "unilateral and controversial" decisions — referring to the federal government’s plan to build new canals to draw additional water from the Indus River for farming purposes. "Such projects are controversial if we move ahead in violation of the IRSA [Indus River System Authority] agreement," he added. Bilawal pointed out that Kalabagh Dam was also a unilateral decision, which the PPP did not allow to be implemented. "It is challenging to get work done from any government in Pakistan," he said, hoping that the issues of the provinces would be resolved through negotiations. He vowed that the PPP would leave no stone unturned to provide relief despite limited resources. In response to a question, the PPP chairman said that the economy was performing better "on paper", which his party welcomes. "If the economy is improving, its benefits should reach the people," he added. When asked about the pro-Imran Khan statements by United States (US) politicians, Bilawal termed them "political statements" and said those who are doing politics under the pretext of US conspiracy were "dangerous for Pakistan and its people". "Such people who play politics on conspiracies instead of focusing on public issues are dangerous for the country," he added. A day earlier, the PPP chairman said the international powers were "casting an evil eye on nuclear technology gifted by Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Benazir Bhutto." Expressing annoyance over “foreign interference” in Pakistan’s internal affairs, he said: “Statements are being issued from the US about our internal politics; these statements are just excuses.” He said that the US lawmakers had nothing to do with democracy in Pakistan, adding: “PTI founder is just an excuse, their real target is Pakistan’s nuclear and missile programme.” All power centres should be part of negotiation process: Asif Forces repel 'joint attack' by Afghan Taliban, khawarij at border Karachi endures coldest night of season with mercury dropping to 8.5°C Karachi road blockades' issue likely to be resolved today: mayorLike a football off McBride's helmet, the Cardinals aren't getting many lucky bounces these daysNone( MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) RADNOR, Pa., Dec. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP ( ) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against PACS Group, Inc. (“PACS”) (NYSE: PACS ). The lawsuit is brought on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired PACS: 1) common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus (collectively, the“Registration Statement”) issued in connection with PACS' April 11, 2024 initial public offering (the“IPO”); and/or 2) securities between April 11, 2024 and November 5, 2024 inclusive (the“Class Period”). The lead plaintiff deadline is January 13, 2025. You can also contact attorney href="" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title=""> Jonathan Naji, Esq. by calling (484) 270-1453 or by email at ... . DEFENDANTS' ALLEGED MISCONDUCT: The complaint alleges that, in the Registration Statement and throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) PACS engaged in a scheme to submit false Medicare claims which drove more than 100% of PACS' operating and net income from 2020 – 2023; (2) the company engaged in a scheme to bill thousands of unnecessary respiratory and sensory integration therapies to Medicare; (3) PACS engaged in a scheme to falsify documentation related to licensure and staffing; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. Please CLICK HERE to view our video or copy and paste this link into your browser: THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS: PACS investors may, no later than January 13, 2025, seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class through Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP or other counsel, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of all class members in directing the litigation. The lead plaintiff is usually the investor or small group of investors who have the largest financial interest and who are also adequate and typical of the proposed class of investors. The lead plaintiff selects counsel to represent the lead plaintiff and the class and these attorneys, if approved by the court, are lead or class counsel. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision of whether or not to serve as a lead plaintiff. Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP encourages PACS investors who have suffered significant losses to contact the firm directly to acquire more information. ABOUT KESSLER TOPAZ MELTZER & CHECK, LLP: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP prosecutes class actions in state and federal courts throughout the country and around the world. 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Congratulations to everyone reading this. You survived spooky and for that, you deserve to enjoy Sagittarius Season 2024 in all its glory! As Scorpio Season comes to a close, in its place comes Sagittarius Season, bringing the archer’s adventurous energy into our lives, just in time for summer (yiewwww!). What is Sagittarius Season 2024? While was, , the dark mistress of the zodiac, Sagittarius is the energetic firecracker who cannot sit still, which is perfect considering the next few seasons are gonna be crazy busy. I’m assuming the last month or so was an emotional mess for you what with the sensitive water element vibe of Scorp Sun, so now you want nothing more than to shake that shit off and have fun, with no strings attached. Sagittarius energy is all about adventure, and that’s exactly what you need to embrace this season. Sagittarians love to explore new places, learn new things and break out of old routines. So brush off the dust that and get ready to shimmy into the new year with optimism and positivity. What does it mean for each star sign? As we know, each astrological season’s energy can impact the signs in different ways, and sadly it won’t be a total party for my earth signs. The main reason for this is because Sagittarius Season is a time to be adventurous and free — and grounded, goal-oriented earth signs usually have a harder time letting their hair down. Capricorn, and Virgo will likely cop the brunt of the silly season. They’ll be stressing over gift giving, the lack of funds and their general disdain for the bedlam and mayhem that ensues. You should be feeling happy and free but sadly, because of the heccas nature of the szn, you’ll be feeling anything but. I know you folks hate transformation and hate being told what to do even more, but try taking a leaf out of your fire sign pals’ book, throw back a tequila shot and just bloody enjoy yourself. Write those lists, buy those pressies, and sort your end-of-year work shit out so you can have a damn good time. The energy of Sagittarius Season will bring clarity to my Cancer sign pals and you’ll realise that someone in your inner circle has been taking your kindness and compassion for granted and using your friendship to benefit them. Channel the Sagittarian strength and revoke this person’s access to your life. As for Libra babes, this season is all about R&R (rest and recovery) for you. Cancel any and all plans to chill the fuck out and look after yourself. To avoid burning out by the end of the season, it’s definitely be wise for you to sit some events out and reserve your strength (and $$$) for a select few shindigs. Speaking of dollar, dollar bills, Scorpios will be wise to take stock of their finances and avoid overspending at this time. The last thing you wanna do is enter the new year eating nothing but 2-minute noodles and avoiding group hangs ‘cos you’ve blown your budget too soon. Create a to figure out what you want for yourself and try some . The season of the fire sign will light a fire under the relationships of bb . You’ll feel a shift in the waters, relationship wise, and the key message here is to make smart decisions. Feel with your heart, but 1000 per cent think with your head as well. Networking opportunities will be all around for and if you play your cards right, you might even find a professional break. And as for my , defs don’t drop the ball at work now that the year’s coming to a close because your hard work could lead to a well-deserved promotion. Summon that positive and enthusiastic Sagi energy to put in the hard yards. Your efforts will be rewarded. Now, where are my fire signs at? It’s your time to shine, bb. Intensity-filled Scorpio season was the harshest on your sign so you, of all people, will be embracing Sagittarius season with open arms. You’ve been in major need of an adventure and after months of dealing with everyone’s shit, now’s the time to let go and be free. Aries, if you’ve been pondering whether or not you should book a summer vacay, let this be your sign that the answer is Y-E-S. Now is not the time for restricting yourself and with celestial energy on your side, I’d recommend giving your travel agent a bell ASAP. This time is also about self-reflection and transformation for yu. , as with your fire sign pals, you’ll finally earn the recognition you’ve been craving all year. It’s also a time to get the hell out there and be your typical social butterfly self. Make up for all those months we were trapped indoors by having a raging good time night after night. And we’ve saved the best ’til last, our birthday babe Sagittarius. Expect good fortune, growth, and synchronicity. Take risks, make changes, have a fucken ball. Whatever plans you’ve been thinking of doing but were to afraid to put into action, now’s the time, bb. See y’all on the other side. Meanwhile, head to read your November horoscopes 2024 to see what you’re in for over the next few weeks.Pittsburgh quarterback Eli Holstein was carted off the field with 5:32 left in the first quarter with an apparent left ankle injury during Saturday's Atlantic Coast Conference game against host Louisville. The freshman was sacked at the Panthers' 49-yard line by Louisville's Ashton Gillotte, who rolled on the quarterback's ankle. Holstein was in a walking boot as he was helped to the cart. Holstein missed last week's game against Clemson after suffering a head injury in the loss to Virginia two weeks ago. Holstein was 3-for-5 passing for 51 yards and an interception before exiting. Nate Yarnell, who threw for 350 yards in the loss to Clemson, replaced Holstein. --Field Level Media
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NEW YORK, Dec 28: Elon Musk has announced that he has switched to a more powerful weight-loss medication, sharing the update with a festive photo of himself dressed as Father Christmas. The 53-year-old SpaceX billionaire posted a picture of his slimmer self in a red-and-white fur-lined suit, captioned "Ozempic Santa." Musk clarified that although he had previously been using Ozempic, a medication for Type 2 diabetes that has gained popularity for weight loss, he is now taking Mounjaro instead. "Technically, Mounjaro, but that doesn't have the same ring to it," he added. The change came after Musk experienced uncomfortable side effects from Ozempic, leading him to seek an alternative. Ozempic, along with other GLP-1 inhibitors, works by mimicking a natural hormone that helps users feel full. Musk revealed that high doses of Ozempic caused significant discomfort, making him "fart and burp like Barney from The Simpsons." He noted that Mounjaro has fewer side effects and seems more effective. The drugs have become highly sought after for weight loss, although they are not widely available through federal insurance programs. A recent poll found that 12% of Americans have used GLP-1 inhibitors at some point, with half of that number currently using them. Mounjaro, which has been dubbed the "King Kong" of weight-loss drugs, is considered more effective than its competitors with fewer side effects. It received FDA approval for weight loss in November 2023 under the brand name Zepbound. In the UK, the drug will be available on a limited basis through the NHS starting in April. Research suggests that broader access to GLP-1 inhibitors could have significant health benefits, potentially saving 42,000 lives annually in the U.S., including 11,000 people with Type 2 diabetes who could benefit from these medications. The drugs have gained particular attention in Hollywood, where they have been called the "worst-kept secret" in the industry. Musk has voiced support for making these medications more affordable, stating that "nothing would do more to improve the health, lifespan and quality of life for Americans than making GLP inhibitors super low cost to the public." The issue has become politically charged, with Republicans divided over whether to expand access to GLP-1 inhibitors through federal healthcare programs. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has been chosen by Donald Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has expressed caution, suggesting that while the drugs "have a place," lifestyle changes should be prioritized. Dr. Mehmet Oz, Trump’s appointee to oversee Medicare and Medicaid Services, has been a strong advocate for weight-loss medications. Trump himself sparked speculation about using such drugs after losing 9kg during his presidential campaign, though he attributed the weight loss to his busy schedule.