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Zoe Ball's son with Fatboy Slim, Norman Cook, has paid an emotional tribute to his mum after she announced during the week that she would be quitting the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show at the end of December. Woody Cook, 23, who has made his name as a DJ in a similar vein to his father as well as appearing on reality TV show The Circle, posted his thoughts on social media and the hopes he has now that Zoe has said she is leaving radio, for now. Woody posted some unseen family photos which showed both his parents with him and his 14-year-old sister Nelly, who is rarely seen in public posts. Eight years after Zoe and Norman divorced, they still looked a happy family, with the famous couple being married for 16 years before they separated. DJ Woody, wrote on Instagram : "Well done Mama on a fabulous stint on Radio 2! Here's to more time at home! Excuse the whole family pic can’t find enough crackers with @zoetheball. YOU ARE AMAZING. 4AM is a crazy time to get up!" Zoe, 53, was among the first to reply to her son's post. writing: "Love you Bear. beyond xxx." She announced her departure from the Breakfast Show earlier this week, and also confirmed that Scott Mills would be replacing her in the New Year. It has been reported that one of the driving factors to Zoe stepping down as was the death of her mum Julia in April. Zoe took time away from her show in March, so that she could be at her mum's side. After returning briefly to radio in August, Zoe took another extended break in September, when it is believed she took stock of her life and made her decision to quit her show. Zoe succeeded Chris Evans in 2019 and her final broadcast is scheduled for December 20. Updating listeners on her next steps, she said that she wasn't "going to be a stranger" and is staying with her "Radio 2 crew", though didn't share any more details. Zoe said: "While I'm stepping away from the Breakfast Show, I'm not disappearing entirely - I'll still be part of the Radio 2 family, with more news in the New Year." Citing the reason for her departure, Zoe said she plans to "focus on family" and be "a mum in the mornings" again, adding she "can't wait to tune in on the school run". An insider told Mail Online : "She simply wants to live differently, which means having more of a family life. In the end, this was completely her decision. She came to them [the BBC] in September after she had had a break to think about her life and said: 'I'm done'. The BBC... wanted a bit of time to put everything in place, which they were able to do." Follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads .
AP Top 25: Alabama, Mississippi out of top 10 and Miami, SMU are in; Oregon remains unanimous No. 1 Alabama and Mississippi tumbled out of the top 10 of The Associated Press college football poll and Miami and SMU moved in following a chaotic weekend in the SEC. Oregon is No. 1 for the sixth straight week and Ohio State, Texas and Penn State held their places behind the Ducks. The shuffling begins at No. 5, where Notre Dame returned for the first time since Week 2 after beating Army for its ninth straight win. No. 6 Georgia and No. 7 Tennessee each moved up two spots. Miami, SMU and Indiana round out the top 10. Jannik Sinner leads Italy past the Netherlands for its second consecutive Davis Cup title MALAGA, Spain (AP) — Jannik Sinner clinched Italy's second consecutive Davis Cup title and capped his breakthrough season at the top of tennis by beating Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (2), 6-2 for a 2-0 win over the Netherlands in the final of the team competition in Malaga, Spain. Matteo Berrettini won Sunday's opening singles match 6-4, 6-2 against Botic van de Zandschulp. The Italians are the first country to win the Davis Cup twice in a row since the Czech Republic in 2012 and 2013. The No. 1-ranked Sinner stretched his unbeaten streak in singles to 14 matches and 26 sets. Netherlands reached the Davis Cup final for the first time. Chuck Woolery, smooth-talking game show host of 'Love Connection' and 'Scrabble,' dies at 83 NEW YORK (AP) — Chuck Woolery, the affable, smooth-talking game show host of “Wheel of Fortune,” “Love Connection” and “Scrabble” who later became a right-wing podcaster, skewering liberals and accusing the government of lying about COVID-19, has died. He was 83. Mark Young, Woolery’s podcast co-host and friend, said in an email early Sunday that Woolery died at his home in Texas with his wife, Kristen, present. Woolery, with his matinee idol looks, coiffed hair and ease with witty banter, was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978. He teamed up with Young for the podcast “Blunt Force Truth” and became a full supporter Donald Trump. St. Louis Blues fire Drew Bannister and hire Jim Montgomery as coach The St. Louis Blues have fired coach Drew Bannister and hired Jim Montgomery as his replacement. The 2022 Jack Adams Award winner, Montgomery joins the Blues five days after he was fired by the Boston Bruins. Bannister had been on the job in St. Louis for less than a year since succeeding Stanley Cup-winning coach Craig Berube and getting the interim tag removed after last season. The Blues have lost 13 of their first 22 games. Montgomery spent two seasons as an assistant on Berube's staff in St. Louis between coaching Dallas and Boston. The team signed Montgomery to a five-year contract. Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title with the Atlanta Braves, dies at 85 Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title when he hit a major league-best .366 for the Atlanta Braves, has died. He was 85. Major League Baseball, the players’ association and the Braves have paid tribute to Carty on social media. A family friend told Listín Diario — a newspaper in Carty’s native Dominican Republic — that he died Saturday night in an Atlanta hospital. Carty made his big league debut with the Braves in September 1963. He batted .330 with 22 homers and 88 RBIs in his first full season in 1964, finishing second to Dick Allen in voting for NL Rookie of the Year. The Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta after the 1965 season, and Carty got the franchise’s first hit in its new home on April 12, 1966, against Pittsburgh. Dartmouth sorority, two members of fraternity face charges after student who attended party drowned HANOVER, N.H. (AP) — A sorority at Dartmouth College and two members of a fraternity faces charges related to the death of a student who drowned after attending an off-campus party. The Hanover, New Hampshire police department, where Dartmouth is located, said Friday that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house. Two members of the Beta Alpha Omega face a charge of providing alcohol to a person under 21. Won Jang, 20, of Middletown, Delaware, had attended an off-campus party in July hosted by Alpha Phi sorority. Police said the alcohol was provided by Beta Alpha Omega. Tens of thousands of Spaniards protest housing crunch and high rents in Barcelona BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Tens of thousands of Spaniards are marching in downtown Barcelona to protest the skyrocketing cost of renting an apartment in the popular tourist destination. Protesters cut off traffic on main avenues in the city center, holding up homemade signs in Spanish reading “Fewer apartments for investing and more homes for living." The lack of affordable housing has become one of the leading concerns for the southern European Union country, mirroring the housing crunch across many parts of the world, including the United States. The average rent for Spain has doubled in the last decade. In cities like Barcelona, rental prices have also been driven up by short-term renters including tourists. Verstappen captures 4th F1 championship after Mercedes sweep of Las Vegas Grand Prix LAS VEGAS (AP) — Max Verstappen cruised to a fourth consecutive Formula 1 championship Saturday night by finishing fifth in the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Verstappen needed only to finish ahead of Lando Norris of McLaren to give Red Bull a fourth straight driver championship. The Dutchman started fifth but was already up to second by the 10th lap around the street circuit that includes the famed Las Vegas Strip. Norris, who had to score at least three points more than Verstappen to extend the championship fight, finished sixth. The race was won by George Russell who was followed by Lewis Hamilton in the first 1-2 sweep for the Mercedes drivers since 2022. 'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts NEW YORK (AP) — “Wicked” and “Gladiator II” have debuted in theaters with a combined $270 million in ticket sales. Their worldwide performance breathed fresh life into global box office results that have struggled lately. Together the films turned the moviegoing weekend into one of the busiest of the year. Jon M. Chu’s lavish big-budget musical “Wicked,” starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, debuted with $114 million domestically and $164.2 million globally. Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II” is a sequel to his 2000 best picture-winning original and launched with $55.5 million in ticket sales. “Moana 2” is being released Wednesday, so it looks like Hollywood might be looking at historic sales over the Thanksgiving holiday. Jason Kelce's wife announces she is pregnant with the couple's fourth child Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce's wife is announcing she's pregnant with the couple's fourth child. Kylie Kelce posted a photo on Instagram on Friday of the couple's three young daughters reacting to the news. The oldest daughter, Wyatt, appears to be cupping her head in shock. The middle daughter, Ellioette, is smiling. The youngest, Bennett, is in tears. A caption attached to the photo reads: “I feel like we captured a very accurate representation of how each of the girls feel about getting another sister. At least Ellie, mom and dad are on the same page!”The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is proposing to expand the early childhood development scheme, with details to be sent to cabinet. Minister of Social Development and Human Security, Varawut Silpa-archa, said the proposal is an enhanced version of the current scheme, which provides children, from newborns to six years of age, from poor families a monthly allowance of 600 baht per child to ensure sufficient funds for their development. Under the proposed scheme, Mr Varawut said the 600-baht monthly allowance will be extended to cover all children under the age of six. The number of eligible recipients is estimated at 3.2 million, he said. The Department of Children and Youth (DCY) has forwarded the proposal to the ministry for further submission to the cabinet. If approved, the scheme will be implemented in the 2026 fiscal year. However, he said, the cabinet will have a final say in the matter. The proposal, he said, will require an additional budget of 6.7 billion baht to cover all the recipients, saying amount is relatively small compared to other schemes. He said the programme should be implemented to ensure all children have a proper early childhood development, especially considering the country's declining birth rate. The minister said the proposal has been reviewed by the public, and most people asked about it preferred the allowance increased to 1,200 baht for current recipients. The child development support programme was launched in 2015. Under the scheme, children from poor families were given 400 baht per month until they turned one. The policy was later expanded to cover children up to six years old, and the allowance was raised to 600 baht a month. For a household to qualify for the scheme, the household's earnings must not exceed 100,000 baht per annum. Meanwhile, Mr Varawut said the ministry is also joining hands with the Department of Religious Affairs to better protect young novices from harassment and abuse at monastic venues. He said a child protection centre at Wat Tham Tako in Lop Buri's Muang district will be used as a model to promote child safety while the ministry will provide assistance and counselling to those who were affected by abuse, and their families.Rachael Rollins weighs in on arrest of Boston City Councilor arrest with cryptic tweet
Knives” is slang for surgeons, so I’m referring to a meeting, conference, or congress of surgeons. I recently attended an Asian congress in cardiothoracic surgery—surgery of the heart and lungs—in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei province in central China. Wuhan, the political and manufacturing hub of China, is home to over 11 million people and is China’s seventh most-populous city. Historically, Wuhan was the headquarters of the Wuchang uprising which ended China’s last imperial dynasty in 1911. It was thrust into international consciousness when a citywide lockdown was imposed in January 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Wuhan has been hosting international meetings to make the city more open and inclusive, and to send out signals of its international competitiveness with a resilient economy. When I visited the 1,000-bed Huoshenshan (meaning Fire God Mountain) hospital, built in a record 10 days by 7,000 workers during the early days of the pandemic, I was told that it had been converted into a nursing facility. This temporary hospital closed on April 15, 2020, after a little over two months in operation as community transmission had stopped in China. I also learned that the seafood market where the pandemic supposedly started was permanently closed. Medicine in China has progressed from the era of barefoot doctors in rural Chinese villages in the 1970s, to surgical feats like the world’s first transplant of a genetically altered pig liver into a human, and the world’s first double-lung transplant for end-stage lung disease brought about by COVID-19. China has two of the world’s largest lung transplant programs, one in Wuxi People’s Hospital in Jiangsu province, and another in the 155-year-old Second Affiliated Hospital of the Zhejiang University School of Medicine in Hangzhou. While China is catching up with the West, this progress has been shadowed by controversy. The elephant in the room is, of course, the use of organs from executed prisoners, which made China a pariah in the international transplant community. Scientific articles were denied publication in peer-reviewed medical journals, and Chinese transplant doctors had difficulty presenting their work in international medical conferences. To address this, Chinese authorities came up with the Hangzhou Resolution of October 2013, which resolved to end “donation by execution” and promote ethical and internationally recognized practices of organ donation and transplantation. The resolution also called for transparency in organ donation through a computerized waitlist of potential transplant recipients regardless of gender, social status, and religious beliefs. Furthermore, it rejects foreign patients seeking to undergo transplantation in China. During the last 40 years, China was able to lift 800 million people out of poverty, with health care and medical services also improving in its wake. In big urban hospitals and universities, small armies of Ph.D.s work in narrow fields of basic medical sciences, including research in cancer biology and genetics. This leads us to the question: Why has China not produced another Nobel Prize laureate in medicine or physiology? (China has only one in this category). That is another matter altogether. Back to why surgeons are called “knives,” a reference to the scalpel, one of the earliest surgical instruments that evolved from flint or volcanic glass cutting implements during the Stone Age, to its present modern version of tempered steel. “He who wishes to be a surgeon should go to war,” wrote the Greek physician Hippocrates in the 4th century BC. During the Middle Ages in Europe, barber surgeons accompanied soldiers into battle and took care of the injured. The barber’s pole, with a helix of red and white, and sometimes blue, dates back to the Middle Ages: red representing blood, and white symbolizing the bandages used to staunch bleeding. Wars taught early surgeons surgical techniques like amputations and wound closure. With the invention of gunpowder in China, surgeons learned a whole new way of dealing with traumatic gunshot injuries. In fact, the modern ambulance was an innovation of a surgeon in Napoleon’s army: the so-called “flying ambulances” to rapidly transport injured soldiers for treatment, thereby improving the organization of field hospitals, the forerunner of the modern mobile army hospital units. Surgeons are descendants of guilds, or medieval association of craftsmen or barber-surgeons and merchants in the pursuit of a common goal. They met and compared notes, a practice carried into the modern era. Congresses of transplant surgeons, heart surgeons, abdominal surgeons—these serve as formal and informal exchanges of knowledge, advances, and tips in the profession, the present simply repeating the past. —————- Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . Jose Luis J. Danguilan is a thoracic surgeon and is the former executive director of the Lung Center of the Philippines.NFL hits Texans player with news he didn't want to hear ahead of their Week 12 matchup with their divisional rivals the Titans
BOZEMAN — For the first time in program history, the Montana State football team finished a regular season unbeaten. The No. 2-ranked Bobcats improved to 12-0 overall (8-0 in Big Sky Conference play) with a 34-11 win over No. 9 Montana (8-4, 5-3) in the 123rd Brawl of the Wild on Saturday afternoon at Bobcat Stadium. The victory gave MSU the outright Big Sky title and most likely secured a top-two seed in the FCS playoffs. Montana running back Eli Gillman is tackled by Montana State linebacker Bryce Grebe (10) and cornerback Andrew Powdrell in the 123rd Brawl of the Wild game on Saturday at Bobcat Stadium in Bozeman. It’s the first outright conference championship for the Cats since 1984. MSU is credited with a solo Big Sky title in 2011, although it initially shared it with UM before the NCAA vacated several UM wins due to extra benefits. MSU opened Saturday's game with a 14-play, 75-yard drive that Tommy Mellott capped with a 5-yard touchdown run. The home team has now scored first in six straight Brawls, and the home team has won each of the last five Cat-Griz games by at least 19 points. After both teams traded punts, UM got to MSU’s 25-yard line on a 21-yard run from Xavier Harris. The Grizzlies settled for a 47-yard field goal after an Eli Gillman run for no gain, a false start and an incomplete pass caused by pressure from McCade O’Reilly and Rylan Ortt. On the next drive, Mellott completed a 35-yard TD pass to Rohan Jones on third and 8 to put the Cats ahead 14-3 with about 10 minutes left in the first half. MSU’s Myles Sansted put MSU up 17-3 with a 27-yard field goal at the 1-minute, 40-second mark. UM turned it over on downs with 25 seconds on the clock. MSU set up a 49-yard field goal attempt five plays later, and Sansted drilled it as time expired to give the Cats a 20-3 halftime lead. It’s the longest field goal MSU has made since a 50-yarder from Blake Glessner against William & Mary in the 2022 FCS quarterfinals. Both teams opened the second half with punts. The Griz stuffed Mellott on 4th and 1 at the 5:14 mark, but they went three and out on the next drive after Sawyer Racanelli couldn’t hold onto a 28-yard pass from Logan Fife. MSU went up by 24 points on the next drive, thanks to an 88-yard run from Adam Jones. The Missoula Sentinel grad scored on a 3-yard TD run. The Cats led 27-3 going into the fourth quarter, two seasons after they held a 41-7 lead over UM in Bozeman through three quarters. The Griz scored their only TD of the game with 11:02 left. Eli Gillman scored from 1 yard out and Fife completed a two-point pass to Racanelli after a 17-yard pass to Aaron Fontes on fourth and 8. MSU took a 34-11 lead with 4:49 left on a 2-yard TD run from Adam Jones, who finished with 197 rushing yards. The Cats out-gained the Griz 420 to 234 in total yards, including 326 to 117 on the ground. This story will be updated. Victor Flores is the Montana State Bobcats beat writer for 406 MT Sports. Email him at victor.flores@406mtsports.com and follow him on Twitter/X at @VictorFlores406 Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!
What to consider when exchanging currency
Courtney Frazer | (TNS) Bankrate.com Exchanging currency is vital to international travel, whether you’re visiting for leisure or business. Understanding the nuances of currency exchange can help you avoid costly mistakes and make the most of your travel budget. Before you exchange money, you should know how to choose the right place to exchange your money, time your transactions for the best rates and estimate the money exchange fee. Why knowing about currency exchange matters Currency exchange involves converting one country’s money into another’s. Because currencies have different values from country to country, exchange rates fluctuate based on factors like political stability, economic performance and global market conditions. Without proper knowledge of currency exchange, travelers risk losing money on unfavorable exchange rates, excessive fees and even fraudulent practices. It’s important to know how currency exchange works and where to do money exchanges so you can get the best deal. Currency exchange fees Exchanging money abroad often comes with various fees, so it’s important to understand what you might encounter. Flat fees Some exchange providers charge a flat fee per transaction. These can make smaller exchanges expensive relative to the amount you’re converting. Always ask about any flat fees in advance, and consider exchanging larger sums to minimize the impact of this fee. Percentage fees Many currency exchange providers charge a percentage-based fee on the total amount exchanged. This fee structure can become costly if you’re exchanging large amounts of money, so compare percentage-based fees before making any decisions. ATM withdrawal fees If you’re withdrawing money from an ATM abroad, your home bank and the foreign bank may charge withdrawal fees. Some banks refund these fees, while others may partner with international banks to provide fee-free withdrawals. Before traveling, check with your bank to understand what ATM fees you might face and whether they offer any reimbursement options. Foreign transaction fees Foreign transaction fees are often charged when using credit or debit cards abroad. Depending on the card issuer and payment network, these fees can range from 1% to 3% of the transaction amount. Many travel-focused credit cards offer no foreign transaction fees, which can help you save money when making purchases abroad. Check your card’s terms and conditions before you travel to avoid surprises. If your card charges foreign transaction fees, consider limiting its use and opting for other methods, like cash or prepaid travel cards. Best places to exchange currency Not all currency exchange options are equal, especially for travelers. Some places offer better rates and lower money exchange fees, while others provide more convenience. Here’s a breakdown of the most common currency exchange options. Banks and credit unions Banks and credit unions are generally the best money exchange options, offering competitive exchange rates and transparent fees. Many banks provide foreign currency services for their account holders, and some even offer currency at a better rate when you order it in advance. If you have a major bank account, the bank may offer international ATM withdrawals with little to no fees. Banks tend to have the most secure exchange process, so you can avoid the high fees and markups that are common at airport exchange booths. Currency exchange kiosks Currency exchange kiosks, often found at airports and tourist destinations, are convenient but have significant drawbacks. They frequently offer lower exchange rates and higher fees, taking advantage of travelers who need quick cash. If you need to use a currency exchange bureau, only exchange a small amount to cover immediate needs and seek out better rates at a local bank or through an ATM once you reach your destination. Always check the exchange rate and fees before completing any transaction at these kiosks to avoid unnecessary charges. ATMs abroad Using ATMs to withdraw local currency in your destination country is one of the most convenient ways to get cash while traveling. Many banks are part of global ATM networks, allowing you to withdraw money with minimal fees if you use ATMs associated with their partner banks. However, it’s important to check with your bank ahead of time to understand what fees may apply to international withdrawals. When using ATMs abroad, stick to machines from reputable banks and avoid independent ATMs found in tourist-heavy areas or small shops. These often have higher fees and less favorable exchange rates. It’s also a good idea to notify your bank of your travel plans to avoid having your card frozen for suspicious activity. Prepaid travel cards Prepaid travel cards offer an excellent solution for travelers who want to manage currency exchange with ease. These cards allow you to load multiple currencies before you travel and lock in exchange rates to avoid rate fluctuations while abroad. Prepaid travel cards can be used like regular debit or credit cards but with the added benefit of lower foreign transaction fees. They also help limit spending, as you can only use the funds preloaded onto the card. However, be aware of hidden fees such as inactivity, ATM withdrawal or reloading fees. Common currency exchange mistakes When exchanging currency for travel, it’s easy to fall into traps that result in unnecessary expenses. Here are some common mistakes travelers make and how to avoid them. 1. Exchanging money at airports and hotels While airports and hotels may be convenient places to exchange money, they often have the worst exchange rates and highest fees. Airport kiosks, in particular, are notorious for inflating rates, sometimes marking them up by as much as 10% compared to what you’d find at a local bank or ATM. To avoid these high costs, exchange a small amount of money before your trip to cover immediate expenses like transportation. Once you arrive at your destination, use ATMs or banks for more favorable rates. 2. Using dynamic currency conversion Dynamic currency conversion (DCC) allows you to pay in your home currency when using a credit or debit card abroad. While this may seem convenient, it usually comes with a much worse exchange rate and additional hidden fees. Whenever possible, always opt to pay in the local currency of your destination to avoid unfavorable rates. DCC also gives merchants more control over the exchange rate, meaning they could use a rate that benefits them more than you. When paying with a card abroad, always make sure you’re being charged in the local currency to get the most accurate rate. 3. Timing your exchange poorly Exchange rates fluctuate daily based on global market conditions. If you know you’ll need to exchange a large sum of money, it pays to keep an eye on exchange rates before your trip. Use tools to track exchange rates and exchange your money when the rate is in your favor. For travelers planning ahead, some banks and online services allow you to lock in exchange rates before traveling, helping you avoid losses due to unfavorable fluctuations during your trip. How to maximize savings on currency exchange while traveling When traveling abroad, currency exchange fees can quickly eat into your budget. You can use certain strategies to help you save, avoid common fees and make the most of your money while exploring new destinations. 1. Plan ahead for international trips Before heading overseas, research your destination’s currency and exchange rate options. Many banks allow you to order foreign currency ahead of time, saving you from the poor exchange rates and high fees at airports or in tourist-heavy areas. If your bank offers international ATM withdrawal with low fees, consider using this option to access local currency while traveling. Financial institutions sometimes offer special travel accounts or debit cards with reduced fees for foreign transactions. Check with your bank to see if they offer international-friendly options that can help you save money while abroad. 2. Credit cards with no foreign transaction fees Credit cards that offer no foreign transaction fees can be a great asset when traveling internationally. These cards often offer competitive exchange rates, and some even provide travel rewards or cash back on purchases made abroad. Using a credit card for most of your international purchases can help protect you from currency exchange fees and fraud. 3. Limit currency exchange at high-fee locations Related Articles Travel | 8 last-minute Christmas vacations to book in the US Travel | California’s sunny Huntington Beach makes a great weekend getaway Travel | Top travel destinations for 2025 include a real-life Land of the Lotus Eaters Travel | Strange job alert: This Bay Area lighthouse is looking for a new keeper Travel | New York state highlights can’t-miss holiday sites and attractions When traveling, try to avoid exchanging currency at locations that charge high fees, like airports, hotels or currency exchange kiosks. These places often inflate exchange rates and charge large commissions, reducing the value of your money. Instead, stick to local banks or ATMs for better rates and lower fees. If you have to exchange currency at one of these places, try to exchange only what you need immediately and find a better location later. The bottom line Currency exchange is an essential part of international travel, and getting it right can save you a lot of money. By planning ahead, avoiding high-fee locations and choosing the right method for exchanging money, you can stretch your travel budget further and minimize unnecessary costs. When traveling internationally, avoid airport kiosks and hotel exchange desks, opt for ATMs and reputable banks and consider using prepaid travel cards or credit cards with no foreign transaction fees to simplify your currency management. With a little preparation, you’ll be able to get the most out of your money while exploring the world. (Visit Bankrate online at bankrate.com.). ©2024 Bankrate.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Playing against his parent club Stuttgart in the Champions League, on-loan Red Star Belgrade forward Silas had just a low-key celebration for the goal he scored in a 5-1 win Wednesday. Silas played five years at Stuttgart before being loaned out to spend this season with the Serbian champion — a deal that went through after the Champions League fixtures were drawn and both parties to the loan were set to meet in the fifth of eight rounds. Red Star trailed 1-0 in the 12th minute when the Congo international ran through to shoot from the edge of the Stuttgart penalty area. Silas held up both hands in a gesture of apology to fans of his longtime former team. It was the platform for 1991 European Cup winner Red Star to deliver its best performance in the Champions League after four straight losses. The 26-year-old Silas made headlines in 2021 when he was revealed to be one year older than registered and playing under a false family name. His former agent was blamed for the visa issue after the player arrived in Europe as a teenager. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerOrange Order slam Police Scotland for ‘cowardice & betrayal’ after a Celtic activist was cleared over ‘sectarian rants’Daily Post Nigeria Niger proposes N1.2tr for 2025 fiscal year Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News Niger proposes N1.2tr for 2025 fiscal year Published on November 27, 2024 By Priscilla Dennis Niger State’s Executive Council has proposed a massive N1.2 trillion budget for 2025 fiscal year. This proposal was unveiled by Commissioner of Budget and Planning Mustapha Ndajiwo during a Government House Council meeting, as announced by the Governor’s Special Adviser Abdullberqy Usman Ebbo on social media X. Ebbo explained that the commissioner told the council that the estimate is made up of N188.42 billion or 15.68 per cent recurrent and 1.01 trillion or 84.34 per cent capital expenditure respectively. The commissioner stated that when compared with the approved budget of 2024, the estimate represents an increase of 32.94 per cent. ” The Commissioner in his analysis also stated that even though the 2024 approved budget was supplemented with the sum of N191.98 billion, the breakdown of the draft 2025 proposals revealed an increase of 1.18 per cent and 32.98 per cent in recurrent and capital expenditure respectively, ” Ebbo stated. He noted that Governor Mohammed Umar Bago in his remarks, explained that the size of the estimate was informed by the gap in infrastructure and key development areas and the inflationary trend of the country. After the presentation, the council deliberated on it and approved the estimates. It then directed the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mustapha Ndajiwo to prepare for submission to the Niger State House of Assembly for approval. Related Topics: niger Don't Miss Gov Okpebholo suspends free bus services earlier approved for Edo residents You may like Niger Govt partners Chinese agro firms to reduce post-harvest losses Hemp smokers blamed as fire razes classrooms in Niger school ICPC tracks N13.9bn FG projects in Niger Niger CAN commiserates with govt, Muslims over chief imam’s death Niger Gov Bago mourns death of Minna Chief Imam, Malam Isah Fari Plans complete for implementation of N80,000 new minimum wage in November- Niger NLC Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media Ltd
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