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As we look back on the year 2024, it is evident that China's economy has continued to forge ahead with determination and resilience. The theme of the year has been "real efforts driving high-quality economic development," reflecting the nation's commitment to sustainable growth and innovation. Despite global challenges and uncertainties, China has remained steadfast in its pursuit of economic prosperity and social progress.Terre Haute's Tommy John misses Hall of Fame induction once again

According to Ljungberg, one of the main reasons for Arsenal's offensive struggles is their overreliance on set pieces to score. Set pieces, such as free kicks and corners, have proven to be a valuable source of goals for Arsenal this season. However, Ljungberg believes that the team's heavy dependence on set pieces is a cause for concern, as it indicates a lack of creativity and incisiveness in their attacking play.

The Centre for Ageing Better said data analysed on its behalf suggested more than a fifth of people in this age group are living in a poor-quality home that could be making their existing health condition worse. It said people from black and minority ethnic backgrounds, those living in London and those who have a serious health condition or disability are more likely to be affected. Data from the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing covering 2022/23 was analysed by the National Centre for Social Research on behalf of the charity. It found an estimated 4.5 million people aged 50 or older in England with a health condition aggravated by the cold are living in a home with one or more serious problems. Some 2.8 million were aged between 50 and 70, while 1.7 million were aged 70 and older. Health conditions included respiratory diseases, congestive heart failure, heart disease and lung conditions, including asthma. Housing problems identified in the research included damp, water leaks, bad condensation, electrical or plumbing problems, rot and decay. While some 2.2 million people over 50 with health and housing problems owned their home outright, the biggest proportion of people (51%) with such issues lived in rented accommodation. The charity said older renters with a health condition were up to three times more likely to have five or more issues with their home than someone in the same age group who owns their home. Those with a health condition that can be affected by poor housing who had a significant issue in their homes were most likely to live in London (52%) followed by the North East (35%) and the North West (35%), the West Midlands and the East of England (both on 28%), and the South West (27%). Almost half (46%) of people aged 50 and above from black and minority ethnic backgrounds with one of the health conditions had at least one problem with their home, which the charity said amounted to almost 500,000 people. Among white people in this age group it was just under one in three (32%). The research also suggested people from black and minority ethnic backgrounds living with a health condition were also more than twice as likely to have five or more issues with their housing compared with their white counterparts – 15% compared with 6%. Dr Carole Easton, the charity’s chief executive, said not only does the research show the difficulties faced by those living in poor housing, but it is also “very bad news” for both the economy and the NHS. She said: “Our latest research shows that our poor-quality housing crisis is putting people with health conditions in their 50s, 60s and beyond, in harm’s way. “This is obviously terrible for those individuals who live in homes that carry a very real risk of making them sick, particularly when winter comes around. “But it is also very bad news for the country. Older workers living in homes that are making their health conditions worse are going to be less likely to be able to work and help grow the economy. “Older people whose serious health conditions are made worse by their homes will require treatment, putting additional winter pressures on our health system. “All could be averted if we tackled poor-quality housing with the urgency and priority it demands.” Holly Holder, deputy director for homes at the charity, said the Government must “fix this hidden housing crisis by delivering a national strategy to tackle poor quality housing across all tenures and committing to halving the number of non-decent homes over the next decade”. She added: “No-one should have to live in a home that damages their health, yet it is the norm for far too many people in England today. “By failing to address poor-quality homes we are limiting the lives of some of the country’s poorest and most vulnerable people. “Our new analysis shows that the combination of health and house problems are most likely to impact groups of people who are already disadvantaged by multiple health and wealth inequalities.” A Government spokesperson said: “Despite the challenging inheritance faced by this Government, through our Plan for Change we’re taking action to improve housing conditions across all tenures and ensure homes are decent, safe and warm – especially for the most vulnerable. “We’re consulting on reforms to the Decent Homes Standard next year to improve the quality of social and privately rented housing, and introducing Awaab’s Law to both sectors to tackle damp, dangerous and cold conditions for all renters in England. “Our warm homes plan will also help people find ways to save money on energy bills and deliver cleaner heating, with up to 300,000 households to benefit from upgrades next year.”

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Niagara earns 88-69 win against Le MoyneWhen my office opened for business on Monday, Dec. 9, the waiting room was quickly overwhelmed by 28 people crowded into a space meant to seat seven. The group of largely immigrant seniors were all victims of criminals who heartlessly stole hundreds, and in some cases thousands, of dollars they depend on to feed their families. Unfortunately, this same scene unfolds at the start of every month. Get the Full Story For millions of American families struggling to put food on the table, Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards allow them to access their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and/or Temporary Assistance (TA) cash benefits. Across the United States, criminals are exploiting the poorest Americans by installing skimming devices on card readers in supermarkets or on ATMs. Between January 2022 and October 2023, there were 80,000 reported thefts of benefits resulting in a loss of $17 million. In the five ZIP codes that make up my City Council District, between Aug. 1 and Dec. 10, there were 1,990 reported thefts of either SNAP or TA benefits. As of December 11, 2024, the city’s Department of Social Services (DSS) has received 135,300 distinct skimming claims and approved $42.6 million in replacement funds. These aren’t just statistics; it represents thousands of families left to wonder how they will put food on the table. Replacement funds take roughly a month to post to an account, during which time the impacted recipients must figure out how to feed themselves and their families. Moreover, the program that provides replacement funds must be reauthorized at the federal level, leaving beneficiaries in a panic every time Congress has a budget fight. In fact, without action from D.C., the current program was set to expire on December 20, leaving victims no recourse to recover stolen benefits. For years, elected officials and advocates have sounded the alarm on this issue and called for action from those charged with distributing billions of dollars in public benefits nationally. At least part of the solution here in New York seems simple. New York State must pass S7823A/A4096A requiring EBT cards to use industry-standard technology similar to the chips on credit cards. Unlike the current magnetic stripe cards, chip cards do not transmit the card’s real number during payment, making skimming far more difficult. The government’s failure to act on this doesn’t just harm the victims, it also hurts taxpayers who bear the cost of replacing the funds being funneled from our neediest neighbors into the pockets of criminals. Congress must also ensure permanent funding for the reimbursement of stolen benefits. Protecting the most vulnerable among us should not be subject to political brinkmanship. In the meantime, my office will continue assisting affected constituents, helping them apply for replacement cards and benefits, setting up ebtEdge accounts, and teaching them how to freeze and unfreeze their cards between purchases. Unfortunately, these security measures can be difficult for seniors, especially those whose first language isn’t English. Despite our best efforts, many find it too challenging and return to my office when their benefits are inevitably stolen again. This points to a broader issue within government: the systems we create are often too slow to act. When criminals are stealing millions of dollars from tens of thousands of our neediest neighbors, why does it take so long for government to respond? This failure leads to an erosion of trust that has real consequences, and it is incumbent upon us to restore faith through good governance that doesn’t just announce new initiatives, but ensures that existing ones are properly implemented. We must act now to ensure that no New Yorker goes hungry because of preventable fraud. By passing legislation to secure EBT, we can stop criminals from preying on the poorest among us while also saving taxpayer money. Council member Sandra Ung represents the 20 th District, which includes the neighborhoods of Flushing, Murray Hill, Queensboro Hill, Mitchell-Linden & Fresh Meadows.The retrial of the high-profile case involving famous Chinese writer Yu Hua and the victim Yang Niuhua is scheduled to take place on December 19th. This marks the second trial in the ongoing legal battle between the two parties. Yang Niuhua has expressed her determination to confront Yu Hua for the sixth time in court, as she continues to seek justice and closure for the alleged injustices she has faced.

In conclusion, Eric Trump's remarks underscore the need for the United States to embrace the opportunities presented by the cryptocurrency revolution and to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework that fosters innovation while ensuring investor protection. As the digital asset landscape continues to evolve, it is imperative for policymakers to work collaboratively with industry stakeholders to develop a regulatory roadmap that promotes the growth of the crypto market while safeguarding the interests of all involved parties. Only by embracing change and leading the way in adopting new technologies can the U.S. position itself as a global leader in the digital economy.

Title: Foreign Media: White House Considering Pardoning Criminals, Seeking Public Input to Drive PardonsAmidst strong Islamophobic protests from their neighbhours, a doctor couple belonging to the minority community were forced to resell their newly brought house in Uttar Pradesh’s Moradabad district. The events unfolded on December 3, when the Hindu residents of TDI City, a residential society in Northern Moradabad, started protesting the recent sale of a house in the colony, which Dr Bajaj, a Hindu doctor had sold to a Dr Yusuf Malik and Dr Iqra Chaudhry, who belonged to the Muslim community. The residents claimed they fear demographic changes and potential shifts in the “community’s character”. The majoritarian protestors warned and threatened even Dr Bajaj with a demonstration at the colony gate holding banners ‘Dr Ashok Bajaj Apna Makan Wapas lo’ (take your house back). The incident sparked debate and outrage after videos of the Islamophobic neighbours and their protests went viral. Many residents even went to complain about the sale at the district magistrate’s office, where they chanted slogans against both parties who had made the sale on mutual consent. Though the Constitution of India states that no one can be deprived of their private property except by law, the Muslim couple were reportedly forced to sell their newly bought house to another Hindu family. Dr Bajaj, the old owner of the house told the BBC that in a resolution meeting mediated by the city’s elected representative, the Muslim couple agreed to sell the house to a Hindu family, residents of the housing society. Dr Bajaj, who runs an eye hospital and has known the Muslim doctor couple for over 40 years, said that the uproar over the sale was “uncalled for”, reports BBC. The Muslim couple are also not comfortable anymore to move into the Islamophobic housing society, BBC reports.