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NEW YORK (AP) — He's making threats, traveling abroad and negotiating with world leaders. has more than a month and a half to go before he's sworn in for a second term. But the Republican president-elect is already moving aggressively not just to fill and outline policy goals, but to achieve . Trump has on goods from Canada and Mexico, prompting emergency calls and a visit from Canada's prime minister that resulted in what Trump claimed were commitments from both U.S. allies on new border security measures. The incoming president has if, before his inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025, Hamas does not release the hostages being held in Gaza . He has the purchase of U.S. Steel by a Japanese company, warning "Buyer Beware!!!” And this weekend, Trump was returning to the global stage, for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral five years after it was ravaged by a fire. On Saturday, he met with French President Emmanuel Macron — joined at the last minute by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — and had plans to see Britain's Prince William also in Paris. Absent in Paris: lame duck President Joe Biden, who has largely disappeared from headlines, except when he issued a , Hunter, who was facing sentencing for gun crimes and tax evasion. First lady Jill Biden is attending in his place. “I think you have seen more happen in the last two weeks than you’ve seen in the last four years. And we’re not even there yet,” Trump said in . For all of Trump's bold talk, though, it is unclear how many of his efforts will bear fruit. Breaking precedent The pre-inauguration threats and deal-making are highly unusual, like so much of what Trump does, said Julian Zelizer, a political historian at Princeton University. “Transitions are always a little complicated in this way. Even though we talk about one president at a time," he said, “the reality is one president plus. And that plus can act assertively sometimes." Zelizer said that is particularly true of Trump, who was president previously and already has relationships with many foreign leaders such as Macron, who invited both Trump and Biden to Paris this weekend as part of the Notre Dame celebration. “Right now he’s sort of governing even though he’s not the president yet. He’s having these public meetings with foreign leaders, which aren't simply introductions. He's staking out policy and negotiating things from drug trafficking to tariffs," Zelizer said. Foreign leader meetings Trump already has met with several foreign leaders, in addition to a long list of calls. Argentinian President in Florida at his Mar-a-Lago club in November. After the tariff threat, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for a three-hour dinner meeting. Canadian officials later said the country is ready to make new investments in border security, with plans for more helicopters, drones and law enforcement officers. Last Sunday, Trump dined with Sara Netanyahu, wife of the Israeli prime minister. Incoming Trump aides have also been meeting with their future foreign counterparts. On Wednesday, several members of Trump's team, including incoming national security adviser Mike Waltz, met with Andriy Yermak, a top aide to Zelenskyy, in Washington, as Ukraine tries to win support for its ongoing efforts to defend itself from Russian invasion, according to a person familiar with the meeting. Yermak also met with Trump officials in Florida, . That comes after Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, about a cease-fire and hostage deal in Gaza, according to a U.S familiar with the efforts, meeting with the prime ministers of both countries. One president, two voices There is no prohibition on incoming officials or nominees meeting with foreign officials, and it is common and fine for them to do so — unless those meetings are designed to subvert or otherwise impact current U.S. policy. Trump aides were said to be especially cognizant of potential conflicts given their experience in 2016, when interactions between Trump allies and Russian officials came under scrutiny. That included a phone call in which Trump's incoming national security adviser, Michael Flynn, discussed new sanctions with Russia’s ambassador to the United States, suggesting things would improve after Trump became president. Flynn was later charged with lying to the FBI about the conversation. Trump’s incoming press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that, “All transition officials have followed applicable laws in their interactions with foreign nationals.” She added: “World leaders recognize that President Trump is returning to power and will lead with strength to put the best interests of the United States of America first again. That is why many foreign leaders and officials have reached out to correspond with President Trump and his incoming team.” Such efforts can nonetheless cause complications. If, say, Biden is having productive conversations on a thorny foreign policy issue and Trump weighs in, that could make it harder for Biden “because people are hearing two different voices” that may be in conflict, Zelizer said. Leaders like Russia's Vladimir Putin and Netanyahu may also anticipate a more favorable incoming administration and wait Biden out, hoping for more a better deal. Coordination between incoming and outgoing administrations It also remains unclear how extensively the Biden administration has been kept apprised of Trump transition efforts. Although there is no requirement that an incoming administration coordinate calls and meetings with foreign officials with the State Department or National Security Council, that has long been considered standard practice. That is, in part, because transition teams, particularly in their early days and weeks, do not always have the latest information about the state of relations with foreign nations and may not have the resources, including interpretation and logistical ability, to handle such meetings efficiently. Still, the Biden and Trump teams have been talking, particularly on the Middle East, with the incoming and outgoing administrations having agreed to work together on efforts to free hostages who remain in held in Gaza, according to a U.S. official, who, like others, was not authorized to comment publicly about the sensitive talks and spoke on condition of anonymity. That includes conversations between Witkoff and Biden’s foreign policy team as well as Waltz and Biden national security adviser Jake Sullivan. Last month, Biden administration officials said they had kept Trump’s team closely apprised of efforts to broker a on the Israel-Lebanon border. “I just want to be clear to all of our adversaries, they can’t play the incoming Trump administration off of the Biden administration. I’m regularly talking to the Biden people. And so, this is not a moment of opportunity or wedges for them," Waltz said Friday in a Fox Business interview. But when it comes to immigration, Biden administration officials haven’t been entirely in the loop on discussions around how to execute on Trump’s pledge to deport millions of migrants, according to four administration officials with knowledge of the transition who spoke on condition of anonymity. That’s not terribly surprising given how differently the teams view migration. Taking credit already Trump’s team, meanwhile, is already claiming credit for everything from gains in the stock and to a decision by diversity, equity and inclusion policies Trump opposes. “Promises Kept — And President Trump Hasn’t Even Been Inaugurated Yet,” read one press release that claimed, in part, that both Canada and Mexico have already pledged "immediate action” to help “stem the flow of illegal immigration, human trafficking, and deadly drugs entering the United States." Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stopped short of saying Trump mischaracterized their call in late November. But she said Friday that Trump “has his own way of communicating, like when we had the phone call and he wrote that we were going to close the border. That was never talked about in the phone call.” Earlier this week, Mexico carried out what it claimed was its largest seizure of fentanyl pills ever. Seizures over the summer had been as little as 50 grams per week, and after the Trump call, they seized more than a ton. Security analyst David Saucedo said that "under the pressure by Donald Trump, it appears President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration is willing to increase the capture of drug traffickers and drug seizures that Washington is demanding.” Biden, too, tried to take credit for the seizure in a statement Friday night. ___ Associated Press writers Matthew Lee, Aamer Madhani, Colleen Long and Ellen Knickmeyer in Washington and Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.New Mercadona opening in PortugalBEIRUT — Insurgents’ stunning march across Syria gained speed on Saturday with news that they had reached the suburbs of the capital and with the government forced to deny rumors that President Bashar Assad had fled the country. The rebels’ moves around Damascus, reported by an opposition war monitor and a rebel commander, came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of southern part of the country, leaving more areas, including several provincial capitals, under the control of opposition fighters. The advances in the past week were among the largest in recent years by opposition factions, led by a group that has its origins in al-Qaida and is considered a terrorist organization by the U.S. and the United Nations. In their push to overthrow Assad’s government, the insurgents, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group, or HTS, have met little resistance from the Syrian army. For the first time in the country’s long-running civil war, the government now has control of only four of 14 provincial capitals: Damascus, Homs, Latakia and Tartus. The U.N.’s special envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, on Saturday called for urgent talks in Geneva to ensure an “orderly political transition.” Speaking to reporters at the annual Doha Forum in Qatar, he said the situation in Syria was changing by the minute. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, whose country is Assad’s chief international backer, said he feels “sorry for the Syrian people.” In Damascus, people rushed to stock up on supplies. Thousands went to Syria’s border with Lebanon, trying to leave the country. Many shops in the capital were shuttered, a resident told The Associated Press, and those still open ran out of staples such as sugar. Some were selling items at three times the normal price. “The situation is very strange. We are not used to that,” the resident said, insisting on anonymity, fearing retributions. “People are worried whether there will be a battle (in Damascus) or not.” It was the first time that opposition forces reached the outskirts of Damascus since 2018, when Syrian troops recaptured the area following a yearslong siege. The U.N. said it was moving noncritical staff outside the country as a precaution. Syria’s state media denied social media rumors that Assad left the country, saying he is performing his duties in Damascus. He has had little, if any, help from his allies. Russia is busy with its war in Ukraine. Lebanon’s Hezbollah, which at one point sent thousands of fighters to shore up Assad’s forces, has been weakened by a yearlong conflict with Israel. Iran has seen its proxies across the region degraded by regular Israeli airstrikes. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday posted on social media that the United States should avoid engaging militarily in Syria. 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With three resounding knocks on its doors by Paris Archbishop Laurent Ulrich, wielding a specially designed crosier carved from fire-scorched beams, the monument roared back to life on Saturday evening. For the first time since a devastating blaze nearly destroyed it in 2019, the towering Gothic masterpiece reopened for worship, its rebirth marked by song, prayer, and awe beneath its soaring arches. The ceremony, initially planned to begin on the forecourt, was moved entirely inside due to unusually fierce December winds sweeping across the Ile de la Cite, flanked by the River Seine. Yet the occasion lost none of its splendour. Inside the luminous nave, choirs sang psalms, and the cathedral’s mighty organ, silent for nearly five years, thundered to life in a triumphant interplay of melodies. The restoration, a spectacular achievement in just five years for a structure that took nearly two centuries to build, is seen as a moment of triumph for French President Emmanuel Macron, who championed the ambitious timeline – and a welcome respite from his domestic political woes. The evening’s celebration, attended by 1,500 dignitaries, including President-elect Donald Trump, Britain’s Prince William, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, underscored Notre Dame’s enduring role as both a spiritual and cultural beacon. Observers see the event as Mr Macron’s, and his intention to pivot it into a fully fledged, diplomatic gathering, while highlighting France’s ability to unite on the global stage despite internal political crises. Inside, 42,000 square meters of stonework – an area equal to six football pitches – were meticulously cleaned, revealing luminous limestone and intricate carvings. Overhead, 2,000 oak beams, nicknamed “the forest”, were used to rebuild the spire and roof, restoring the cathedral’s iconic silhouette. The thunderous great organ, with 7,952 pipes ranging from pen-sized to torso-wide, resounded for the first time since the fire. Its newly renovated console, boasting five keyboards, 115 stops, and 30 foot pedals, was a marvel of restoration, reawakening a cornerstone of Notre Dame’s identity. Guests gradually filing into the cathedral for the evening reopening ceremonies were awestruck by the renovated interiors, many whipping out mobile phones to capture the moment. Guests entered through Notre Dame’s iconic western facade, whose arched portals adorned with biblical carvings were once a visual guide for medieval believers. Inside, the hum of hundreds of guests awaiting the service filled the cathedral with human sounds once more – a stark contrast to the construction din that echoed there for years. The celebration is expected to give a much-needed boost to embattled Mr Macron, whose prime minister was ousted this week, plunging the nation’s politics into more turmoil. The French president, who has called Notre Dame’s reopening “a jolt of hope”, will address the gathering. He had hoped the occasion would briefly silence his critics and showcase France’s unity and resilience under his leadership.Macron’s presidency now faces its gravest crisis after the government’s collapse this week in a historic no-confidence vote that toppled Prime Minister Michel Barnier. Security will be high through the weekend, echoing measures taken during the Paris Olympics earlier this year. The Ile de la Cite – the small island in the River Seine that is home to Notre Dame and the historic heart of Paris – is closed to tourists and non-residents. Public viewing areas along the Seine’s southern bank will accommodate 40,000 spectators, who can follow the celebrations on large screens. For many, Notre Dame’s rebirth is not just a French achievement but a global one – after the reopening, the cathedral is set to welcome 15 million visitors annually, up from 12 million before the fire.

Underdog Fantasy Promo Code BETFPB for Oregon vs. Penn State: $1,000 bonus for Big Ten Championship - Dec. 7AP News Summary at 5:38 p.m. ESTIRVING, Texas (AP) — The NFL will consider expanding replay assist to include facemask penalties and other plays. Officials have missed several obvious facemask penalties this season, including two in a three-week span during Thursday night games. “When we see it, because I see it like yourselves and the fans, I have an opportunity to see it from a different angle and see it from a slow-mo,” NFL executive Troy Vincent said Wednesday at the league’s winter meetings. “When you think about the position of where the officials are, things are happening so fast. Sometimes the facemask can be the same color as the gloves. There’s a lot happening. Concerning? Yes, because that’s a big miss. That’s a big foul. That’s why we would like to consider putting that for the membership to consider putting that foul category that we can see, putting that (penalty flag) on the field to help. There is a frustration, and we believe that is one category we can potentially get right." Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was grabbed by his facemask and brought down in the end zone to end Minnesota’s comeback attempt against the Rams on Oct. 24. But there was no call. On Oct. 3, officials missed a facemask on Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving while he ran for 7 yards late in the fourth quarter. Tampa Bay instead was called for holding on the play, got forced out of field-goal range and Kirk Cousins rallied the Falcons to an overtime victory. “That is one this year, the facemask seems like it was the obvious one” Vincent said. “That keeps showing up.” Vincent also cited hits on a defenseless player, tripping, the fair catch, an illegal batted ball, an illegal double-team block, illegal formations on kickoffs and taunting as other areas that warrant consideration for replay assist. Current rules only allow replay assist to help officials pick up a flag incorrectly thrown on the field, or in assisting proper enforcement of a foul called on the field. The NFL’s Competition Committee will review potential recommendations for owners to vote on for expanding replay assist. Vincent was emphatic about the league’s desire to eliminate low blocks that could lead to serious injuries. “The low block below the knee needs to be removed from the game,” Vincent said. “You look at high school, you look at college, too. Every block should be above the knee, but below the neck. All the work that we’ve done for the head and neck area, all the things that we’ve taken out of the game, this is the right time for us to remove the low block out of the game. Be consistent with high school. Be consistent with college. Every block should be above the knee and below the neck.” The league will consider changes to the onside kick after dramatically overhauling the kickoff rule on a one-year basis. “We need to look at that. That’s a dead play,” Vincent said of the onside kick’s low success rate. “That is a ceremonial play. Very low recovery rate. When we look at the kickoff and maybe where the touchback area should be during the offseason, we need to revisit the onside kick.” Options include giving the team an opportunity to run one play to gain a certain number of yards to keep possession. The Washington Commanders’ search for a new stadium site includes options in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia, and work has escalated on one in particular. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and controlling owner Josh Harris met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill last week about the RFK Stadium site in Washington, which requires a bill getting through Congress to transfer the land to the District government before anything else can happen. “I think there’s a bipartisan support for this,” Goodell said, adding he’d like to see it get to a vote soon. “We hope that it will be addressed and approved so that it’s at least an alternative for the Commanders if we go forward. I grew up in Washington, and I know would be exciting for a lot of fans.” The NFL continues to discuss a potential 18-game season, but would need approval from the players’ union. “We are doing analysis I would say, but we are not finalizing any plans at this point,” Goodell said. “They’ll share that analysis with the players’ union, which would need to agree to any change.” AP Sports Writer Stephen Whyno contributed. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

( MENAFN - GetNews) The New Taipei City government and the New Taipei City housing and Urban Regeneration Center held the“Tides x Nest” NEW TAIPEI CITY x TOKYO International Forum on Social Housing today (4th), bringing together experts from Japan and scholars from Taiwan to engage in in-depth discussions on the operation, management, and sustainable development of social housing. New Taipei City and Tokyo exchange insights at the International Forum on Social Housing, with over 100 attendees participating. The forum began with presentations by representatives from the Tokyo Metropolitan Housing Supply Corporation (JKK Tokyo) and the Urban Renaissance Agency (UR Agency), who shared Japan's achievements in social housing and strategies for addressing the challenges of the declining birthrate and aging population. JKK Tokyo focused on the refined management of social housing, while the UR Agency highlighted its integration of healthcare and welfare resources. On behalf of New Taipei City, Chiang I-Ying, Section Chief of the Housing Development Division under the Urban and Rural Development Bureau, and Lin Shih-Sen, Manager of the Asset Management Department of the New Taipei City Housing and Urban Regeneration Center, provided detailed insights into the city's social housing policies and practical experiences. New Taipei hosts an international forum, joining hands with Tokyo to promote diverse development in social housing. The forum emphasized sustainable development and the implementation of diverse housing models. Discussions covered topics such as operation management, long-term maintenance planning, and daily management challenges. Japanese experts shared their experiences in resource allocation, maintenance, community activity organization, and addressing the aging society, laying a solid foundation for the future development of New Taipei City's social housing. New Taipei holds the“Tides x Nest” NEW TAIPEI CITY x TOKYO International Forum on Social Housing. New Taipei City Deputy Mayor Chen Chun-Ching expressed the city government's strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life and housing for its residents. He noted that the forum offered a valuable opportunity for New Taipei City to learn from Japan's successful management and sustainability practices, broadening its perspective and inspiring innovative approaches to social housing. Through cross-border dialogue and expert exchanges, the forum aims to explore new possibilities for diverse management models, strengthening New Taipei City's capabilities in promoting, managing, and innovating social housing, ultimately creating a more livable environment for its residents. In addition to drawing inspiration from international experiences, the forum also included a comprehensive panel discussion featuring Chien Yi-Kang, CEO of the New Taipei City Housing and Urban Regeneration Center; Japanese experts; Chiu Hsin-Chih, Deputy Director of the Urban and Rural Development Bureau; Chang Chih-Yuan, Chairman of the Taiwan Society of Architecture and Medicine; and Du Kung-Jen, Professor of Architecture at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. These distinguished speakers provided insights from industry, government, and academia, delving into critical issues related to the promotion and management of social housing. The forum aimed to build on existing foundations, develop more comprehensive, diverse, and user-friendly service systems, and open a new chapter in the development of social housing. MENAFN18122024003238003268ID1109009607 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.

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Those who know President Javier Milei well say that handing over the more than 129 companies in which their is some form of state involvement to private ownership is a priority. Because of this, the government is working on the documents required to open air cargo company Intercargo to privatization bids. They hope to have them ready before the end of the year, official sources told Herald sister publication Ámbito . Intercargo is the cargo company currently providing ramp-operation services and passenger transportation in 21 major airports in Argentina. It handles aircraft towing, ground signaling before takeoff and landing, moving passengers to and from an aircraft, baggage handling, supplying drinking water and power, as well as bathroom cleaning, among other functions. Authorities are studying what is the best model to transfer this service to private owners. An international tender process is expected, and one of the possibilities is that the entire company will be sold. However, it is more likely that it will be split up, with bids depending on how lucrative each business unit is. Official data from the first semester of 2024 shows that Intercargo had 1,580 employees. According to fact-checking site Chequeado, last year the company had a financial surplus of AR$1,2 billion (approximately US$1,1 million at the MEP rate) and of AR$9,6 billion (US$8,9 million) by the end of June 2024. The case of Aerolíneas Argentinas The flag carrier is one of the most difficult to privatize, according to government officials. Although unions agreed to cut workers’ benefits, critics say that unions merely “managed to make it through the summer” with what they say are “marginal concessions that do not solve the basic problem.” Likewise, unions continue fighting privatization and make a point of showing their struggle to passengers. In the buses that carry them to the aircraft, for instance, there are posters criticizing Deregulation Minister Federico Sturzenegger amid appeals to “national sovereignty by defending Aerolíneas Argentinas.” However, Milei is determined that the airline be privatized. One of the problems is that uncertainty about the future of the company is likely to affect its results. In Uruguay, for example, the sale of Aerolíneas Argentinas tickets “totally collapsed” due to the company conflicts. The Uruguayan Association of Travel Agencies (Audavi, for its Spanish initials) advises its customers not to buy tickets in the midst of the current uncertainty. Utility company AYSA Water provider Argentine Water and Sanitation (AYSA, for its Spanish initials) is another company that the government intends to transfer to private hands in the near future. “There are people interested in taking over the operation,” official sources told Ámbito . They pointed out that the problem is more “political than economic,” given that AYSA provides services in the Buenos Aires suburbs, where Kirchnerism has a strong political presence. In any case, they indicated that President Milei intends to resolve the situation because “it is not fair that all Argentines subsidize consumers in Greater Buenos Aires.”U.S. Gold Corp. Closes $10.2 Million Non-Brokered Registered Direct Offering

Activating your credit card? Don’t skip the mobile wallet stepEL PASO, Texas (AP) — Ahamad Bynum scored 19 points off of the bench to help lead UTEP over Seattle U 88-72 on Saturday night. Bynum shot 7 of 9 from the field and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Miners (6-2). Otis Frazier III added 18 points while going 6 of 9 from the floor, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and 4 for 4 from the line while he also had five assists. Kevin Kalu had 13 points and shot 5 of 6 from the field and 3 for 3 from the line. The Redhawks (3-6) were led in scoring by Paris Dawson, who finished with 18 points and two steals. Seattle U also got 14 points and eight rebounds from Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe. John Christofilis had 13 points. UTEP took the lead with 18:55 left in the first half and never looked back. The score was 48-23 at halftime, with Frazier racking up 12 points. UTEP extended its lead to 77-49 during the second half, fueled by a 7-0 scoring run. Bynum scored a team-high 12 points in the second half as their team closed out the win. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

It's the trial that all of the I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! campmates want to do and this year's Celebrity Cyclone was no exception. Viewers tuning in on Saturday. December 7 saw the four remaining contestants battling the water-based obstacle course for stars for their last supper. And as well as praising the challenge, they were quick to make a plea - they would love to do it themselves. The I'm A Celeb fans rushed to social media as they watched Danny Jones, Reverend Richard Coles, Coleen Rooney and Oti Mabuse don their capes and dive right in. On X, one said: "The one sole purpose of watching I'm A Celeb is finally here: Come on Cyclone." A second said: "Celeb Cyclone is my favourite every year.". While a third wished the fans: "Happy Celebrity Cyclone day all!" A fourth added: "Celeb Cyclone is my favourite every year." While another added: "Every celebrity who missed out on the I'm A Celebrity cyclone trial is unlucky. It looks so much fun and bloody exciting." And: "Celebrity Cyclone is the funniest trial and you can’t tell me otherwise." But there was a bit of disappointment that the public can't have a go. One suggested: "They need to open a Celebrity Cyclone experience where the public can pay to do this..." Another fan said: "If I had one wish in life or something to do on my bucket list it would definitely be Celebrity Cyclone." And a third simply added: "I’d bloody love to play Celebrity Cyclone." Ahead of the trial, as the campmates met I'm A Celeb hosts Ant and Dec, they told them: “You all look pretty fabulous!” Ant and Dec also revealed Oti was dressed in gold as she won the golden ticket to be at the iconic trial when she won Ticket to Cyclone. As she told the boys: “This is the dream, this is why I hit the gold buzzer, for this!” Dec took the opportunity to apologise to Richard, who has done plenty of food and drink trials, saying: “I feel like we haven’t got anything for you to eat or drink! I feel really rude!” Richard replied: “I’m gonna eat the Cyclone, that’s what I’m gonna do!” After they succeeded in getting their four stars and Ant and Dec asked if they really enjoyed the trial, Danny said: “Every minute! I wanna do it again.” Coleen said of the challenge: “It reminded me of a sunny day in the Rooney back garden! Slip and slide.” As Danny asked her: “Can we come?” Asking about their tactics, Danny revealed: “The Purple Python is only comfortable slithering on his tummy!” I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! is on ITV and ITVX

Guilford Technical Community College to Open Skilled Trades CenterCHEYENNE, Wyo. , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Gold Corp. ("U.S. Gold," the "Company," "we," "our" or "us") (NASDAQ: USAU ), is pleased to announce that it has closed the previously announced purchase and sale of an aggregate of 1,457,700 shares of our common stock at $7.00 per share and warrants to purchase 728,850 shares of our common stock at an exercise price of $9.50 per share (the "Transaction"), in a registered direct offering. The aggregate gross proceeds from the Transaction totaled approximately $10.2 million and closed on December 6, 2024 . After the close of the Transaction, the Company's common shares outstanding is 12,323,116. The Company did not retain a placement agent in connection with the Transaction. U.S. Gold intends to use the net proceeds from the Transaction for working capital and other general corporate purposes. About U.S. Gold Corp. U.S. Gold Corp. is a publicly traded, U.S. focused gold and copper exploration and development company. Its fully permitted CK Gold Project is located in Southeast Wyoming and has a Preliminary Feasibility Study technical report, which was completed by Gustavson Associates, LLC. In addition, the Company has two exploration projects: Keystone Gold located on the Cortez Trend in Nevada about 11 miles south of Nevada Gold Mines' Cortez Hills Complex, and Challis Gold located in Idaho . For more information about U.S. Gold Corp., please visit https://www.usgoldcorp.gold/ . Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "forecast," "estimated," and "intend," among others. These forward-looking statements include statements related to our intended use of the net proceeds from the Transaction. There are a number of factors that could cause actual events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, risks arising from: market and other conditions, the prevailing market conditions for metal prices and mining industry cost inputs, environmental and regulatory risks, COVID-19 risks, changes in interpretations of geological, geostatistical, metallurgical, mining or processing information, risks faced by junior companies generally engaged in exploration activities, whether U.S. Gold Corp. will be able to raise sufficient capital to develop the CK Gold Project and implement future drilling programs, the success or failure of future drilling programs, and other factors described in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and Current Reports on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which can be reviewed at www.sec.gov . The Company has based these forward-looking statements on its current expectations and assumptions about future events. While management considers these expectations and assumptions to be reasonable, they are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, regulatory, and other risks, contingencies, and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control. The Company undertakes no duty to correct or update any information contained herein. For additional information, please contact: U.S. Gold Corp. Investor Relations +1 800 557 4550 [email protected] www.usgoldcorp.gold SOURCE U.S. Gold Corp.

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George Kresge Jr., who wowed talk show audiences as the The Amazing Kreskin, diesWilliams 3-9 1-1 7, Hutchinson 3-11 0-0 6, Reese 2-9 0-0 4, Thompson 6-11 2-4 14, Thornton 4-12 1-2 10, Robinson 0-0 0-0 0, Polk 0-0 0-0 0, Waddle 2-8 0-0 4, Chairs 0-3 0-0 0, Schultz 1-3 0-0 3, Wilson 0-3 2-2 2, Totals 21-69 6-9 50 Daniels 4-8 3-4 11, Eke 3-8 1-2 7, Ladine 5-11 0-0 12, Sellers 5-8 5-6 16, Stines 2-8 1-1 6, Anderson 1-1 0-0 2, Gillmer 2-4 0-0 4, McDonald 0-1 0-0 0, Briggs 1-3 0-0 2, Brown 2-4 0-0 5, Coppinger 0-2 0-0 0, Totals 25-58 10-13 65 3-Point Goals_Prairie View 2-10 (Hutchinson 0-3, Thompson 0-1, Thornton 1-2, Chairs 0-2, Schultz 1-2), Washington 5-19 (Daniels 0-1, Ladine 2-5, Sellers 1-3, Stines 1-4, Gillmer 0-1, Briggs 0-1, Brown 1-2, Coppinger 0-2). Assists_Prairie View 6 (Thornton 3), Washington 12 (Sellers 3). Fouled Out_None. Rebounds_Prairie View 30 (Hutchinson 5, Waddle 5), Washington 48 (Eke 14). Total Fouls_Prairie View 17, Washington 9. Technical Fouls_None. A_1,665.

Need some assistance with NYT Strands today? Today's theme — "A timely theme" — is pretty straightforward once you establish what it refers to. Below, we've compiled some useful hints for Strands #280, as well as the answers, should it come to that. We'll start off with some clues, before building up to the full answer for Strands #280, so read on if you need a little help. Warning: Spoilers lie ahead for Strands #280. Today's NYT Strands answer — Today's theme and hints The official theme for NYT Strands #280 is... "A timely theme". And here's an unofficial hint from me: "Have you got the time on you?" If you're still in the dark, here are some useful words to give you those valuable clue tokens: Still struggling? The spangram will give you a hint about the connection word. Today, it starts with 'W' and ends with 'S'. Scroll down to find out what it is... It's WATCHWORDS. Today's Strands answers So, what are today's Strands answers for game #280? Drumroll, please... ...and the spangram was WATCHWORDS. Strands #280 “A timely theme” 🔵🟡🔵🔵 🔵🔵🔵🔵 Hi Strands fans. Finally, a puzzle I don't need to resort to clues on! Today's topic - "A timely theme" - was pretty clearly going to be about horology in some form, and the 'Z' in the bottom-right corner led me straight to the word BEZEL (probably a side effect of writing phone reviews for too long). From there, I saw the word "watch" and when it didn't register an an answer, I realized it had to be part of the spangram. I looked around it and eventually found WATCHWORDS to neatly divide the board in two. The 'X' above my first answer led me to LUXURY, and I then saw CROWN at the top of the right-hand side. Filling the gap was a series of letters that could only spell ANALOG. The companion word to that is, of course, DIGITAL, and I found that in the bottom-left corner. Above that was FACE, which just left HANDS in the top left to complete a rather fun puzzle. Yesterday's Strands answers Reading this in a later time zone? You can find the full article on yesterday's Strands answers for game #279 right here ., the legendary tennis player, recently shared on her social media , showing how she balances the glamour of high-profile events with the simplicity of her personal moments. The video begins with Serena getting ready for an appearance at an event for The New York Times, wearing a stunning green dress that highlights her elegance. , showing the simple and quick preparation for this public appearance. Afterwards, Serena boards a private plane accompanied by friends, where they toast together, reflecting the importance of camaraderie in her life. Arriving at her next destination, she changes into an elegant long black dress to attend an event for Audemars Piguet, the prestigious Swiss watchmaker for which she is an ambassador. At this event, Serena poses for the cameras, epitomizing the sophistication and luxury associated with the brand. showing moments of tranquility as she prepares to rest after a busy day. These scenes offer a glimpse into her everyday life, contrasting with the glitz of public events and highlighting her authenticity and simplicity. This behind-the-scenes look not only highlights Serena Williams' versatility in balancing multiple facets of her life, but also humanizes her, showing that, For many women, this portrait of Serena is identifiable. Whether they are businesswomen, entrepreneurs, mothers or grandmothers, and so on. Many experience equally exhausting days, balancing multiple responsibilities and roles at home and/or at their jobs. Like Serena, they end the day exhausted, having devoted time and energy to both work and caring for their families.Is Freeport-McMoRan Stock Underperforming the Dow?What to know about a Wisconsin man who faked his own death and fled to Eastern Europe

The Texas Supreme Court on Friday overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023. The court on Friday said Paxton’s office does not dispute any issue in the lawsuit by four former Paxton employees and agreed to any judgment in the case. “In a major win for the State of Texas, the state Supreme Court has sided with Attorney General Paxton against former OAG employees whose effort to prolong costly, politically-motivated litigation against the agency has wasted public resources for years," a statement from Paxton's office said. An attorney for one of the plaintiffs declined immediate comment, and a second attorney did not immediately return a phone call for comment. The former employees allege they were improperly fired or forced out for bringing to the FBI allegations that Paxton was misusing his office to protect a friend and campaign donor, who in turn, they said, was helping the attorney general to conceal an extramarital affair. The Supreme Court ruling noted that the Texas governor and Legislature have expressed a desire to hear testimony from the witnesses prior to agreeing to appropriate funds to settle the lawsuit. The court said forcing Paxton, First Assistant Attorney General Brent Webster, Chief of Staff Lesley French Henneke and senior advisor Michelle Smith to testify earlier could improperly be used for legislative purposes in deciding any appropriation. Under the preliminary deal, Paxton agreed to apologize to the former employees for calling them “rogue” employees, settle the case for $3.3 million and ask the state to pay for it, prompting the state House to reject the request and begin its own investigation, leading to the vote to impeach him. Paxton was ultimately acquitted after a Senate trial. The Supreme Court termed its ruling conditional upon the lower trial court complying with the decision, while saying it is “confident the trial court will comply” with the order.December magic ... the brain’s wonder ... and how to defeat emotional investing December has settled in, and it seems like the world has transformed. Everyday sights are now lined with twinkling lights. The scent of pine trees fills homes, shopping malls and even office buildings. Kitchens are stocked with cookies – maybe one of your favorites that you look forward to every year. It’s amazing how the sights, sounds and smells of a season can transport you backwards in time. You probably remember just what your house looked like when you were young, the excitement of putting up the decorations, and the comforting aroma of your favorite treats baking in the kitchen. The brain stores all this information and the related emotions and calls it up again easily. Suddenly, you’re thrown back into a different (hopefully happy) mood. The brilliance of the human brain can’t be overstated. With it, we turn ordinary homes and shops into places of wonder. Human beings write symphonies, create mechanical marvels, and now we have even created real artificial intelligence. An adult brain only weighs about three pounds and is 75% water, but it contains about 100 billion neurons – roughly the same number of stars in the Milky Way galaxy. Despite its compact size, its capacity to create music, art and inventions seems limitless. Yet for all its marvelous gifts, the human brain is not always the best tool for stock picking and managing your portfolio. As we all know, we’re too often ruled by our biases and emotions. All our analytical capabilities are worthless if we let those things sway our decision-making. But there are ways to mitigate those impulses and make the most of your investing dollars. Overcoming irrational investing You don’t have to be a psychologist, sociologist or economist to understand that humans are emotional creatures. The field of behavioral finance examines the irrational behaviors that hurt our money management. If you look back over your investing history, you can probably see, in retrospect, how your biases affected your decision-making. Some of the more familiar biases include: Overconfidence: In investing circles this is often referred to as “confusing a bull market with brains.” Overconfident investors refuse to believe their thinking is wrong, even when the market changes direction. Loss Aversion: People fear losses more than anything else. This causes them to sell winners too soon or hold on to losers for too long, hoping they will rebound. Crowd-seeking: The fear of missing out leads folks to pile into popular trades, creating bubbles and eventual crashes. Everyone who lived through the dot-com bubble and crash can relate. And as trading stocks has become easier – you can trade stocks in seconds on your phone – the potential for an emotional decision to wreak havoc on portfolios has only increased. Senior tech investing analyst Luke Lango knows this challenge well. Luke is well-known for his ability to see the technology trends that are going to drive societal progress. His specialty is investing early in the companies that will thrive from that change. Whether the technological advancement is self-driving cars, AI, quantum computing or the rise of cryptocurrencies, Luke has helped his subscribers grow their wealth as the tide of progress continues to surge forward. And though technology is unemotional, technology investors are still just human beings with all the same emotional tendencies. Here’s Luke explaining how that reality affects the markets. This observation resonates with buy-and-hold investors. One day everything seems to be going well in the market, and the next day chaos reigns. You likely remember 2018, when on Christmas Eve, the S&P hit its low point on a 20% correction that had begun just months prior. 2018 S&P Market Plunge Luke believes fear- and greed-driven “flash crashes” are only going to become more common. That’s why he decided to develop a solution to help keep himself, and his subscribers, from having to endure these stomach-churning rides. Luke’s new stock screening system Luke hasn’t abandoned buy-and-hold investing. He specializes in finding the innovative companies that are developing the technology of tomorrow. Those are often smaller companies that need time to grow and mature. And in his various investment services, he still provides related buy-and-hold recommendations. Over the shorter term, however, Luke wants to help his readers thrive in volatile market environments. But that requires overcoming those investment biases we highlighted a moment ago. This is why Luke created a new, exclusive stock screener called Auspex that identifies the best fundamentally strong stocks with the technical indicators and positive sentiment needed to drive short-term gains. It’s a systems-based market approach that removes emotion, allowing impartial data to inform buy and sell decisions. At its core, Auspex identifies the strongest stocks in the market. Each month, Luke runs it again, thereby continually making sure that investors are aligning their wealth with the current “best of the best,” not yesterday’s leaders who are now slipping (which too many investors would hold onto thanks to our biases). After a year of development and rigorous back testing, Luke is ready to make the results widely available. Luke has shared the system’s picks with his Inner Circle subscribers for the last five months, and it has beaten the market every month – even in November, as you can see in the chart below. Given these results, you owe it to yourself to sign up for Luke’s free Auspex Anomaly Event, next Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. ET. Luke will explain why the markets are going to be more volatile than ever next year, how he developed his new Auspex screener, and how his subscribers can achieve market-beating gains while only spending about 10 minutes a month on their portfolios, and only trading five to 20 stocks at a time. The event is free, and the results are impressive. You can sign up for the event by clicking right here. The holidays can be a time of great joy and happy memories. With Luke’s powerful Auspex tool, you can create some financial joy and happy memories year-round! Enjoy your weekend, Luis Hernandez Editor in Chief, InvestorPlace