South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stunned voters, lawmakers and investors by declaring martial law on Tuesday in a high-stakes move he claimed would prevent the opposition from trying to paralyze his administration amid a political rift that is set to deepen markedly. In an emergency national address televised live, Yoon said he made the decision to protect freedom and constitutional order, and that it will not have an impact on South Korea’s foreign policy. He added that it would also help eradicate the influence of North Korean supporters. “Through the declaration of martial law, I will rebuild and protect a free South Korea,” Yoon said in a six-minute speech. A proclamation released after the address banned all political activities and strikes and said media would be subject to control of the Martial Law Command, according to Yonhap News. The move was initially viewed by analysts as a risky political play that was likely to backfire rather than an attempt to return to military-led regimes of the past. South Korea’s National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik called on lawmakers to go the national assembly immediately. In the 300-seat parliament, 190 lawmakers unanimously voted to demand the lifting of the martial law. “I urge the public to trust the parliament and monitor the situation with calm,” Woo said in a statement. It was not immediately clear whether the vote would be binding. The won suffered its sharpest drop since the global financial crisis to hit 1444.65 its lowest in over two years. Samsung Electronics’ London-listed shares fell as much as 7.2 percent. The finance minister and central bank chief met and promised to provide unlimited liquidity to markets if needed. The shock announcement to impose martial law for the first time since the democratization of South Korea in 1987 left even Yoon’s own party blindsided with its leader vowing to stop the move. Yoon’s abrupt decision comes after months of wrangling and deadlock in parliament between the president’s minority government and the main opposition Democratic Party, but with little expectation that the president would take such a drastic step. The DP is currently trying to force through its own budget proposal through parliament and has submitted an impeachment motion against the chief prosecutor after months of also trying to get Yoon’s wife prosecuted. Meanwhile, the DP’s leader has faced multiple court cases and was convicted last month of election-law violations, barring him from running for president if it is finalized. Yoon has dealt with the political deadlock in a largely standoffish manner, vetoing a string of bills passed by parliament and at times angering his own party. His latest act ramps up tensions considerably domestically, while also creating high uncertainty abroad for the outlook of one of the world’s key suppliers of semiconductors and tech-related gear. “Yoon’s declaration of emergency martial law is highly concerning. It marks a stark shift in the administration’s policy,” said Kayla Orta, senior associate at the Hyundai Motor-Korea Foundation Center for Korean History and Public Policy in Washington DC. “Instead of solidifying his political position, this could further damage his domestic standing.” South Korea’s defense minister ordered a meeting with the military’s top commanders. Broadcaster YTN said martial law would be maintained until the president lifts it, citing a defense official it did not identify. While Clause 77 of the Constitution says the president must withdraw a martial law declaration after a parliamentary majority demands it, Clause 89 says such an annulment should undergo a review by the cabinet as well. Earlier YTN showed police restricting entry to the parliament compound as people gathered neared the gate. Aides of lawmakers used fire extinguisher to block soldiers from entering the building. Even if the martial law order lasts only a day, the political instability it will generate is set to last two or three years, according to Lee Won-Jae, a sociology professor at Kaist Graduate School of Culture Technology in Daejeon. The leader of Yoon’s People Power Party condemned the move, in comments that indicated the lack of consultation on the move. He expressed the view that the vote had put an end to Yoon’s order. “The president’s declaration of martial law is wrong,” Han Dong-hoon, said in a Facebook post. “Martial law has lost its effect, so from this moment on, all state institutions exercising physical force, including the military and police of the Republic of Korea, are obligated not to follow unlawful or unfair instructions,” Han said in a separate post. Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung urged the military and the police to go back to their posts, saying the declaration was nullified with the parliament’s vote. “All presidential orders based on the declaration of the martial law are unconstitutional, invalid and illegal,” Lee said, flanked by dozens of lawmakers. The move comes at a time of high uncertainty for the nation as its trade-dependent economy faces potential tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration. Bloomberg Economics estimates that full imposition of tariffs on China, South Korea and other U.S. trading partners could reduce Seoul’s exports to the U.S. by as much as 55 percent. Meanwhile, North Korea continues to present a security concern as it deepens its ties with Russia, having sent thousands of troops there to help in Moscow’s war against Ukraine. Russia’s defense minister visited Pyongyang last week in the latest sign of talks between the two countries. Russia may help provide North Korea key technology for its weapons programs including its intercontinental ballistic missiles. “We shouldn’t be fooled — this has nothing at all to do with North Korea and all to do with domestic politics,” said Defense Priorities Fellow Daniel DePetris. “I expect U.S. and U.K. officials will be getting on the phone to try to convince President Yoon to abide by what the parliament just did.” U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Philip Goldberg said the U.S. embassy in Seoul and the State Department are closely tracking Yoon’s martial law declaration. “The situation is fluid,” Goldberg said in an X post, urging citizens to monitor local news sources for updates. China suggested its citizens residing in South Korea keep calm and try to avoid going outdoors for anything non-essential, the country’s embassy said in a post on social media Tuesday night. The embassy also asked Chinese citizens to comply with official orders from the Korean government and “use caution” over sharing political opinions. “The domestic uncertainty adds to the external pressures in recent weeks as the market is starting to price in the rise of higher U.S. tariffs under the new Trump administration,” said Aroop Chatterjee, a strategist at Wells Fargo. “Korea is an open economy sensitive to shifts in global export demand and spillovers from a weaker China.” It is unclear what impact the martial law will have on South Korea’s biggest chipmakers. Nvidia depends mostly on SK Hynix for so-called high-bandwidth memory chips required for its most cutting-edge semiconductors, and whether the South Korean chip firm can continue to supply those high-end memory chips may affect the global AI development. While it remains to be seen if the move will have a lasting impact on markets and the economy, Yoon’s high-stakes move is certain to knock confidence in his leadership and his reliability as a bulwark of democracy in a nation with many authoritarian neighbors. “U.S. officials look to South Korea now as a beacon of democracy so for a president to pull a fast one like this is certainly shocking and unprecedented.” said DePetris.I’m a Celeb star ‘favourite to quit’ after struggling with terrifying Bushtucker Trials
Heartland recognized for student voting engagementMark Shaheel Lal has become the first person since 2015 in Fiji to publicly declare his status as a person living with HIV. He came forward at a World Aids Day celebration in Nadi yesterday. In a social media post, he stated for too long, he has lived in silence. “But today, I am stepping out of that silence and into the light. I am the first Indian gay man in my community to come out as HIV positive, and it is with great pride that I share this truth with you,” Mr Lal said. “HIV is not a death sentence; it is not a mark of shame, and it certainly does not define me. I am not my diagnosis. I am my courage, my love, my strength.” “For every tear I’ve shed, for every fear I’ve faced, I have emerged stronger, more whole. I stand tall today, not in spite of HIV, but because of it. It has been the fire that forged me, the storm that shaped me.” Country Director Fiji and the Pacific for UNAIDS, Renata Ram also praised Mr Lal for speaking out. “Mark, your bravery and strength in putting a human face to this epidemic is nothing short of extraordinary. Your voice will inspire hope, challenge stigma, and ignite change. I am incredibly proud of you and deeply grateful for your courage,” she said.
Ruben Amorim slammed for tactical error which cost Man Utd in Nottingham Forest defeatWhat Drone Hysteria Reveals About AI, Trust And RealityARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The stakes were higher for Iowa State, and the outcome was the same as the first for the Cyclones in their second trip to the Big 12 championship game. And the 112-year wait for a conference title will go on. No. 16 Iowa State was playing for a spot in the College Football Playoff in a 45-19 loss to 12th-ranked Arizona State on Saturday, unlike four years ago when the Cyclones fell to Oklahoma . The Sun Devils (No. 15 CFP) are in the expanded 12-team format, possibly as the 12th seed with their conference's automatic bid. In the COVID-19-altered 2020 season, neither Iowa State nor the Sooners had a realistic path into the four-team tournament before Oklahoma's 27-21 victory. “I think those things sting for sure,” Iowa State coach Matt Campbell said. “You remember the losses way more than you remember the wins, and especially when you don’t play to what you’re capable of playing. Those things will haunt you and the reality is it’s still what drives you, what wakes you up every day to come in and be your absolute best.” Brock Purdy threw three interceptions in Iowa State’s 2020 loss, when he was still a year away from being Mr. Irrelevant as the last pick in the NFL draft and eventually helping San Francisco reach a Super Bowl. This time, any hope of a rally from a two-touchdown deficit at halftime ended with Abu Sama III's lost fumble five plays into the third quarter and Rocco Becht's interception not too long after that. Those turnovers resulted in touchdown catches for Xavier Guillory, putting the Sun Devils up 38-10 with 6 1/2 minutes left in the third quarter. Another Abu fumble on the next possession just made it worse, with Cam Skattebo taking a short pass 33 yards for a touchdown to go with his 170 yards and two TDs rushing. What would have been a fourth consecutive giveaway was overturned when a hit by Shamari Simmons forced a fumble from Becht but was overturned on review. Simmons was called for targeting instead as Becht stayed down and exited the game. He returned on Iowa State's next possession. “We’re a second-half team, and today it just wasn’t clicking on all cylinders for us,” said Becht, who was 21 of 35 for 214 yards with two touchdowns and the pick. “We had everything in our hands and we just needed to execute. At the end of the day, we just didn’t.” Iowa State (No. 16 CFP), which is 10-3 in the first 10-win season in the program's 133-year history, actually led 7-3 when Becht extended his streak of consecutive games with a touchdown pass to 17 with a 3-yarder to Carson Hansen. But the only quarterback in the nation with a pair of 1,000-yard receivers couldn't get much production out of either before the outcome was settled. When Arizona State extended its lead to 45-10 in the third quarter, Jayden Higgins had four catches for 58 yards and Jaylin Noel just two for 25. Higgins finished with 115 yards, while Noel scored a touchdown and had 64 yards. The Cyclones are still trying to win their first conference title since 1912, when they went 2-0 in the Missouri Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Association as part of a 6-2 season. That was a year after a 2-0-1 record won the Missouri Valley title in a 6-1-1 season. “The reality from our end is we had some opportunities late in the season to put ourselves probably in the best situation,” Campbell said. “Those are great lessons learned, and we’ll grow with it. Young football team that’s got the ability to grow forward for sure.” Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
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Sophia Cohen and Harrison Waterstreet say there’s always been an invisible string between them—even before they were born. In 1992, when Sophia’s father, financier and New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, married her mother, a friend gave them a portrait painted by Harrison’s father, artist John Alexander, as a wedding gift. Yet it would be two decades before they officially met. Sophia had just finished her freshman year at Brown University and decided to head out to the Hamptons with her roommate, Eugenia. Eugenia’s brother texted them to come to a house party—where, it turns out, Harrison was too. They briefly talked that night, but nothing more. Three years and a college graduation later, Sophia started a job at The Gagosian Gallery. She quickly struck up a friendship with a co-worker around her age, Lily Mortimer. One day, Lily said she wanted to introduce Sophia to a close friend of hers: Harrison, who was now an agent at CAA. Sophia was seeing someone at the time, so she and Harrison instead built up a friendship over the next few years. (That’s not to say there wasn’t a spark —in fact, it was very much apparent. “Harrison would shamelessly flirt with me even though I was in another relationship,” Sophia says, laughing.) Yet the invisible string kept tugging: One night, Sophia attended a dinner for her friend, artist Alexander Berggruen. Sat next to her was a talented ceramicist. Despite being strangers, they instantly hit it off. “Towards the end of the evening, the artist said, ‘I don’t usually do this, but I would love to set you up with my son.’ She then proceeded to show me a picture of...Harrison,” Sophia says. Sophia, engaged at the time, politely declined. But several months later, she found herself single again just as the pandemic hit. When the summer started and it felt okay to socialize, Lily—as well as friends Bunny and Jake—pushed Sophia to finally consider the man who had been in her orbit for so long. “We finally went on our first date and never looked back,” she says. Three years later, Harrison proposed to Sophia at her family home in Connecticut amid a semi-circle of candles. On October 26, 2024, Sophia and Harrison wed at the Madison Club in La Quinta, California. The whole weekend, planned by Melissa Sullivan of Studio Sully, had the ambience of what the couple describes as a “1960s Palm Springs fever dream.” It started with the rehearsal dinner at Tommy Bahama Miramonte, where the bride wore a vintage ivory silk strapless column dress along with a diamond-and-pearl Harry Winston choker. The next night, they held tiki-themed welcome drinks at a family friend’s house in La Quinta—a nod to the many Polynesian-inspired bars in the Palm Springs area. Guests donned their retro finest, with Sophia playing hostess in a cream-color 1950s sleeveless chiffon dress with marabou feather trim, a pair of colorful gemstone and diamond earrings, and lime green Loewe heels. Harrison, meanwhile, wore a pale blue double-breasted suit from Tom Ford. The ceremony itself was inspired by the mid-century modern movement, as well as several of the couple’s favorite artists. “We wanted to encapsulate everything that is mid-century. We felt particularly inspired by some of the mid-century rock houses of the time that were built into a rock face,” Sophia says. “Our ceremony featured small boulders lining the aisle and culminated in a beautiful chuppah composed of two large boulders. The white slab overhead created the ‘canopy’ needed to create a chuppah, which featured a skylight overhead, allowing the sunset light to seep in—an ode to James Turrell.” (The rocks also referenced Michael Heizer's work, “Levitated Mass” . Sophia, who now runs her own art advisory firm Siren Projects, wanted to include as many nods to her favorite artists as she could.) The bride, who walked down the aisle arm-in-arm with her parents, wore a gown by Blanc Wear, a cathedral-length veil, and vintage pear-shaped drop diamond earrings with a chandelier oval-diamond necklace she sourced from an auction. Waiting at the other end was Harrison in a Ralph Lauren Purple Label white dinner jacket and dark blue tuxedo pants. After their vows, they exchanged Belperron rings. “It was palpable how much love there was present. As the sun was setting, the light funneled through the chuppah canopy and created an aura around us,” Sophia says. “We felt totally at peace, totally in love, and just drowned out the crowd as if it was just the two of us on stage.” Afterward was a tennis-themed cocktail hour on the grounds of the Madison Club, complete with courtside benches and vintage slingback chairs. Guests drank honey deuces and ate hand rolls from Sōgo in Los Angeles as the temperature cooled and the sun set behind them. Then came the sudden announcement that it was time for dinner, upon which a large set of doors opened to reveal the reception site: a grand glass structure made to resemble a mid-century home. “Many of the chairs were sourced from old movie sets, giving it a real home feel. It felt as if this structure was permanently there,” Sophia says. She put on a pair of long, white gloves to further elevate her wedding gown for the night. Guests dined on pasta from Jon & Vinny’s as a rotating stage revealed a number of performances throughout the night, covering everything from bossa nova to The Supremes. Yet for all that entertainment, the couple say that dancing with their parents felt like the highlight of the night. “Our dances with our parents were so meaningful both in general and because it was the first wedding for both of our families,” Sophia says. (The highlight for the guests, on the other hand, might have been the many bars, among them two secret speakeasies flanking the stage.) Then it was time for the after-party back at their family friend’s house, which was inspired by Roger Vadim’s classic 1968 movie Barbarella . “We transported guests to a sci-fi 1960s night club,” says Sophia, who changed into a Wiederhoeft corset for the occasion. Sofi Tukker and DJ Bender—whose music Sophia fell in love at Burning Man—both played electric sets that kept the party going late into the night. Now that it’s all over, the couple is still elated. “Our objective for our wedding was to throw not just a great event, but one that would stay in the minds of our guests forever,” Sophia says.
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Ruben Amorim issues storm warning after smooth start with Manchester UnitedThe Aaron Rodgers experience in New York has fallen flat, which leaves the Jets again thinking about the future at quarterback amid a lost season that is essentially dead before Thanksgiving Day. Owner Woody Johnson wanted head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas to dump Rodgers for backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor a month into the campaign when the team was 2-2. The brass refused, and both Saleh and Douglas have been fired since. Rodgers has one year remaining on his contract, but the Jets can release him or trade him ahead of next season, which both seem more likely outcomes now than the soon to be 41-year-old returning to the franchise in 2025. Joe Camporeale/Getty Images Free agency is shaky at best, with Sam Darnold of the Minnesota Vikings -- formerly the No. 3 overall pick of the Jets in the 2018 NFL draft, who bombed out in New York after three seasons -- entering the 2025 class as arguably the top available QB alongside Pittsburgh Steelers backup Justin Fields . Trading for a Super Bowl-caliber signal caller is exceedingly difficult, as the Jets just proved after their failed attempt to do so via a deal for Rodgers with the Green Bay Packers just two years ago. That leaves New York with one option -- the 2025 draft. That isn't a foolproof plan either, despite the fact that were the draft held today, the Jets would select No. 6 overall . The reasons for uncertainty are two: first, the 2025 class isn't overly deep at the QB position. Second, New York is currently behind at least three teams in the Las Vegas Raiders , New York Giants and Tennessee Titans that are liable to look QB as well come April. Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images However, the Jacksonville Jaguars currently own the No. 1 pick and just inked QB Trevor Lawrence to a $275 million extension that ties the franchise to him through 2030. So, the first pick in the draft could essentially come down to a scenario where the best trade offer to the Jags wins the rights to Colorado Buffaloes signal caller, Shedeur Sanders . The Jets would undoubtedly need to include the No. 6 pick and more, likely another first-round selection in 2026 and then some, to move up the five spots to secure Sanders. However, doing so might also allow New York to fill its head coaching vacancy in the process. Jeff Ulbrich is the interim head coach, but the Jets could potentially replace him with Deion Sanders -- Shedeur Sanders' father and head coach at Colorado -- as a package deal. There are other teams certainly that would be interested in Shedeur Sanders as the QB of the future, and there may also be multiple franchises interested in adding the dynamic father-son duo. The Jets could get into that game by making a big move ahead of the draft and trading into the No. 1 spot, which is what it will likely take to bring what is otherwise a contending-caliber roster in New York into the Super Bowl conversation in the coming years. Related: Could Shedeur Sanders Be Aaron Rodgers' Replacement?
2 convicted of human smuggling after Indian family froze to death on US-Canada borderSudanese army recaptures capital of Sennar StateNurse practitioner joins Franciscan Network in Munster Internal and Pediatric Medicine Nurse Practitioner Arshia Mohiuddin is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Munster, according to a release. Mohiuddin earned her Master of Science degree from Purdue University Northwest in Hammond. In addition to internal medicine and pediatrics, the release said, her clinical interests include diabetes management, annual checkups and screenings, general health maintenance with education, balanced diet, nutritional counseling and weight management and chronic disease management with a focus on high blood pressure, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Mohiuddin is accepting new patients at Franciscan Physician Network Munster Medical Center, 761 45th Ave. Call 219-924-2500. Former GOP candidate named to state post Governor-elect Mike Braun, one of Indiana’s two Republican senators, has announced his intent to appoint Jennifer-Ruth Green as Indiana’s Secretary of Public Safety, according to a release. Green, a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, combat veteran and current Deputy Commander of the 11th Operations Group at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, brings military and cyber security experience to the role, the release said. She holds a master’s degree in aeronautics from Liberty University, the release said. In 2022, she was defeated by U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, in a bid to become the first GOP member of Congress from the 1st District since the early 1930s. CLH expands accounting team CLH, CPAs & Consultants has announced that Kayla Gentry has joined the firm as a staff accountant, according to a release. Gentry will draw from her prior experience to execute her responsibilities in preparing tax returns, conducting bookkeeping and providing general accounting support for clients, the release said. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Purdue Northwest in 2022 and her Master of Business Administration from the same university in 2024. She is currently pursuing her certified public accountant (CPA) credential, the release said. Travail With Us expands services Travail With Us has expanded services to include adult day services, which offers seniors and adults structured, supervised activities, according to a release. Located at 5437 Broadway in Merrillville, the Travail With Us team has implemented programming while supporting caregivers and offering a reliable solution for those seeking respite or assistance for a loved one while they are at work or handling other obligations, the release said. New activities have included interactive exercising games, movie screenings, guest presenters and Bible study, the release said. The program runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Call 219-777-0279. PNW College of Technology nationally recognized Purdue University Northwest’s College of Technology earned a 2024 Academia Circle of Excellence Award from the International Council of Electronic Commerce Consults (EC-Council), according to a release. PNW’s College of Technology has partnered with the EC-Council since 2019 by incorporating two of the council’s accredited certifications, Certified Ethical Hacker and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator, into program curricula, the release said. The certifications qualify students and professionals to understand proactive network protection and digital forensics analysis techniques. The award recognizes an institutional partner that showcases the highest levels of cybersecurity education, training and leadership as evidenced by alumni success and engagement and continuous program development. Spine surgeon joins Franciscan in Chesterton, Michigan City Dr. Wajeeh Bakhsh recently joined the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Chesterton and Michigan City, according to a release. Bakhsh attended medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and completed his residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York. He completed his fellowship training in complex orthopedic spine surgery at Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center in Chicago. He is accepting both virtual and in-person patient visits at Franciscan Physician Network’s Coolspring Health Center, 1225 E. 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Ruben Amorim warned “the storm will come” eventually as Manchester United’s head coach tried to temper expectations ahead of the trip to Arsenal. The 39-year-old has been a breath of fresh air since succeeding Erik ten Hag, with his personality and approach, coupled with promising early performances, bringing hope back to Old Trafford. Amorim has been touched by his warm welcome but repeatedly urged fans to avoid jumping the gun, having followed a draw at Ipswich with home wins against Bodo/Glimt and Everton. Wednesday’s trip to Arsenal is comfortably his biggest challenge yet and victory would see United move within three points of the Premier League title contenders. Put to Amorim it will be hard to manage expectations if they won in the capital, the head coach said: “I would like to say different things, but I have to say it again: the storm will come. “I don’t know if you use that expression, but we are going to have difficult moments and we will be found out in some games. “And I know that because I’m knowing my players and I know football and I follow football, so I understand the difference between the teams. “We are in the point in that we are putting simple things in the team, without training, and you feel it in this game against Everton, they change a little bit the way they were building up. “They are very good team, and we were with a lot of problems because we cannot change it by calling one thing to the captain. A midweek trip to the capital awaits 🚆 #MUFC || #PL pic.twitter.com/1e6VrILJW3 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 3, 2024 “So, we don’t have this training, so let’s focus on each game, on the performance, what we have to improve, trying to win games. And that is the focus. “I know it’s really hard to be a Manchester United coach and say these things in press conferences. We want to win all the time. No matter what. “We are going to try to win, but we know that we are in a different point if you compare to Arsenal. “So, it is what it is and we will try to win it and we go with confidence to win, but we know that we need to play very well to win the next football match.” The trip to Arsenal is the second of nine December matches for United, who are looking to avoid suffering four straight league defeats to the Gunners for the first time. The Red Devils have not won a Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium since 2017, but Amorim knows a thing or two about frustrating Mikel Arteta’s men. Arsenal thrashed Sporting Lisbon 5-1 in the Champions League last week, but in 2022-23 he led the Portuguese side to a Europa League last-16 penalty triumph after a 1-1 draw in London made it 3-3 on aggregate. “Arsenal this year, they play a little bit different,” Amorim said. “They are more fluid. “For example, two years ago when we faced them with Sporting, you knew how to press because you can understand better the structure. “Now it’s more fluid with (Riccardo) Calafiori and (Jurrien) Timber in different sides. One coming inside, the other going outside. Also (Martin) Odegaard changed the team, and you can feel it during this season. “So, you can take something from that game, especially because I know so well the opponent so you can understand the weakness of that team. “But every game is different, so you take something, but you already know that you are going to face a very good team.” This hectic winter schedule means Amorim sidestepped talk of January transfer business ahead of facing Arsenal, although he was more forthcoming on Amad Diallo’s future. The 22-year-old, who put in a man of the match display in Sunday’s 4-0 win against Everton, is out of contract at the end of the season, although the club holds an option to extend by a year. Diallo has repeatedly spoken of his desire to stay at United and it has been reported an agreement is close. Amorim said: “I think he wants to stay, and we want him to stay. So that is clear and we will find a solution.”President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to toss his hush money convictionThe power of silence
Share Tweet Share Share Email Have you been searching for investments in crypto that could offer great returns over time? With so many options out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices. However, a few promising projects are making headlines, and it’s worth looking into what makes them unique. Qubetics ($TICS) is one of the most exciting names in the crypto world today, offering solutions that push the boundaries of blockchain applications. This project goes beyond just being another token by addressing real-world challenges where others have fallen short. Tron and Cronos are also significant contenders, each bringing something new to the table. Let’s break them down one by one. 1. Why Qubetics is Changing the Blockchain Game Qubetics is not your average crypto project. It’s the world’s first web3 aggregator designed to connect major blockchain networks seamlessly. One of its key offerings is the QubeQode IDE, a development tool tailored to make blockchain adoption easier for developers, businesses, and even small enterprises. What sets QubeQode apart is its user-friendly features. Developers can use drag-and-drop tools to create applications, saving time and effort compared to traditional coding. It also includes form-based configurations that allow businesses to design smart contracts without needing coding expertise. This opens doors for professionals across industries, whether you’re running a retail store or managing a supply chain network. Imagine a small business owner who wants to implement blockchain for tracking inventory. Using QubeQode, they can build a custom solution in days, not weeks, and without hiring a tech team. For businesses, this means lower costs and faster results. If you’re curious about the full potential of this project, you can learn more by checking out this video. The Qubetics presale is another big reason it’s worth paying attention to. Currently in its 12th stage, the presale price is $0.0311, and over $6.4 million has already been raised, with more than 334 million $TICS tokens sold to over 9,700 holders. What’s even more exciting is the structure of the presale—each stage lasts only seven days, ending every Sunday at midnight, and prices increase by 10% at the close of each stage. This has created significant interest among investors who don’t want to miss the next price jump. With such robust features and clear advantages, Qubetics is making a strong case as one of the best cryptos to buy and hold for the long term. The $TICS presale is an opportunity that many believe could deliver excellent returns. 2. The Appeal of Tron for Digital Transactions Tron has become a favourite in the blockchain space for its focus on decentralised content sharing and ultra-low transaction fees. Initially designed to disrupt the entertainment industry, it has since grown into a broader ecosystem that supports decentralised applications and smart contracts. One of Tron’s standout features is its incredibly fast and cost-effective transactions. Whether you’re transferring tokens or executing a smart contract, Tron’s network processes these actions almost instantly, and the fees are negligible. This makes it an ideal choice for users who want a blockchain solution without breaking the bank. The platform is also known for its scalability. Unlike older blockchains that face congestion issues, Tron can handle thousands of transactions per second. This makes it a reliable option for developers and enterprises looking to build on a stable and efficient network. For content creators, Tron’s original vision still holds true. It enables artists, writers, and musicians to monetise their work without relying on third-party platforms that take a large cut. The decentralised nature of Tron ensures that creators retain more control and profit from their content. While Tron doesn’t currently have the buzz surrounding presales like Qubetics, it remains a strong contender for long-term investments, especially for those who value utility and efficiency in a blockchain. 3. Why Cronos is Gaining Popularity for DeFi and Gaming Cronos has carved out a niche for itself in the decentralised finance (DeFi) and gaming sectors. Built on Cosmos SDK, Cronos offers interoperability between different blockchain networks, making it a versatile choice for developers and investors alike. One of its most significant strengths is its focus on DeFi. Cronos provides users with access to decentralised exchanges, lending platforms, and yield farming opportunities, all within its ecosystem. For those who are passionate about maximising returns on their crypto holdings, Cronos offers plenty of options. Gaming is another area where Cronos is making waves. Its ecosystem supports blockchain-based games that offer play-to-earn opportunities. This has attracted a younger audience, particularly gamers who see value in earning crypto while enjoying their favourite pastime. From an investment perspective, Cronos benefits from being backed by Crypto.com, a well-established brand in the crypto industry. This partnership has helped Cronos gain credibility and a solid user base. While Cronos offers unique opportunities, it doesn’t yet have the comprehensive tools or presale structure like Qubetics. That said, its focus on DeFi and gaming makes it an interesting project to watch, especially for investors looking for diversification. What’s Next for These Three Crypto Projects Each of these projects offers something unique, but Qubetics stands out as one of the best cryptos to buy and hold for the long term. Its innovative QubeQode IDE and structured presale give it an edge, especially for investors looking for future growth opportunities. The $TICS presale, now in its 12th stage, has already shown strong traction, raising over $6.4 million. Tron and Cronos are also solid picks, with Tron excelling in low-cost, high-speed transactions and Cronos paving the way for DeFi and gaming enthusiasts. Together, these projects showcase the diversity and potential of blockchain technology. If you’re planning your next move in the crypto space, take a closer look at these options. Each offers unique advantages that could fit different investment strategies. For More Information: Qubetics: https://qubetics.com/ Telegram: https://t.me/qubetics Twitter: https://twitter.com/qubetics Related Items: Blockchain , Qubetic Share Tweet Share Share Email Recommended for you Top Meme Coins to Buy for 2025: Shout out to BTFD Coin, Cat in a Dog’s World, and Dogs! 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Montreal police say that at least three arrests were made after cars were burned and windows smashed during a pro-Palestinian protest on the first night of a NATO meeting in the city. Police said the individuals were arrested on Nov. 22 after a demonstration that began in the afternoon and resulted in two car fires and smashed windows at some businesses. Smoke bombs were deployed and metal barriers were tossed into the street during the march, police said. Windows of the convention centre were also smashed by protesters. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, whose riding is in Montreal, told reporters on Nov. 23 that the protesters’ actions are unacceptable. “Of course, we believe in the freedom of speech, we believe in the freedom to demonstrate, but where we draw the line is when there’s violence.” Defence Minister Bill Blair who was with Joly at the forum called the vandalism an act of anarchy by a mob. “It was engagement in violence and hatred on display in the City of Montreal,” Blair said. “Those behaviours are unacceptable and we can condemn them, and in particular the hatred and anti-Semitism that was on display, in the strongest possible terms.” Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre also condemned the protest. Anthony Housefather, the Liberal MP for Mount Royal in Montreal, said the protesters veered into lawlessness. Other political leaders also raised concerns, including Conservative MP and deputy leader Melissa Lantsman, who called the riot a display of complete lawlessness. Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante said the riots had no place in her city. “The excesses of the demonstration last night are shocking and have no place in a peaceful metropolis like Montreal. Neither chaos, violence nor trouble towards merchants are tolerated and I thank the [Montreal Police] who made several arrests yesterday,” she said in a Nov. 23 post on X.