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In a message to the American people, the King expressed “great sadness” at the news of Mr Carter’s death, describing him as “a committed public servant” who “devoted his life to promoting peace and human rights”. He added: “His dedication and humility served as an inspiration to many, and I remember with great fondness his visit to the United Kingdom in 1977. “My thoughts and prayers are with President Carter’s family and the American people at this time.” Mr Carter, a former peanut farmer, served one term in the White House between 1977 and 1981 and spent his post-presidency years as a global humanitarian, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Sir Keir Starmer said Mr Carter had “lived his values in the service of others to the very end” through “decades of selfless public service”. Praising a “lifelong dedication to peace” that saw him win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, Sir Keir added: “Motivated by his strong faith and values, President Carter redefined the post-presidency with a remarkable commitment to social justice and human rights at home and abroad.” Tributes to Mr Carter followed the announcement of his death by his family on Sunday, more than a year after he decided to enter hospice care. His son, Chip Carter, said: “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights, and unselfish love.” Very sorry to hear of President Carter’s passing. I pay tribute to his decades of selfless public service. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. pic.twitter.com/IaKmZcteb1 — Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) December 29, 2024 US President Joe Biden, one of the first elected politicians to endorse Mr Carter’s bid for the presidency in 1976, said the world had “lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian”. He said: “Over six decades, we had the honour of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well. “With his compassion and moral clarity, he worked to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil rights and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless, and always advocate for the least among us.” Speaking to reporters from his family vacation in the US Virgin Islands, Mr Biden said his predecessor represented “the most fundamental human values we can never let slip away” and the world had lost a “remarkable leader”. Asked if there were any lessons President-elect Donald Trump could learn from Mr Carter, he answered: “Decency, decency, decency”. Over six decades, Jill and I had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well. pic.twitter.com/irknhZ6CJY — President Biden (@POTUS) December 29, 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris said Mr Carter “reminded our nation and the world that there is strength in decency and compassion”. “His life and legacy continue to inspire me — and will inspire generations to come,” she said. “Our world is a better place because of President Carter.” Other UK politicians also paid tribute to Mr Carter. Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey said he was “an inspiration” who “led a truly remarkable life dedicated to public service with a genuine care for people”. Scottish First Minister John Swinney described the former president as “a good, decent, honest man who strove for peace in all that he did”, while Welsh First Minister said he was “a remarkable man” and “a humanitarian and scholar”. Former prime minister Sir Tony Blair said Mr Carter’s “life was a testament to public service”. He added: “I always had the greatest respect for him, his spirit and his dedication. He fundamentally cared and consistently toiled to help those in need.” Gordon Brown, another former prime minister, said it was a “privilege” to have known Mr Carter, who “will be mourned, not just in America, but in every continent where human rights are valued”. Mr Carter is expected to receive a state funeral featuring public observances in Atlanta, Georgia, and Washington DC before being buried in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. A moderate democrat born in Plains in October 1924, Mr Carter’s political career took him from the Georgia state senate to the state governorship and, finally, the White House, where he took office as 39th president in the wake of the Watergate scandal and the Vietnam War. His presidency saw economic disruption amid volatile oil prices, along with social tensions at home and challenges abroad including the Iranian revolution that sparked a 444-day hostage crisis at the US embassy in Tehran. But he also brokered the Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel, which led to a peace treaty between the two countries in 1979. After his defeat in the 1980 presidential election, he worked more than four decades leading The Carter Centre, which he and his late wife Rosalynn co-founded in 1982 to “wage peace, fight disease, and build hope”. Under his leadership, the Carter Center virtually eliminated Guinea Worm disease, which has gone from affecting 3.5 million people in Africa and Asia in 1986 to just 14 in 2023. Mrs Carter, who died last year aged 96, had played a more active role in her husband’s presidency than previous first ladies, with Mr Carter saying she had been “my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished”. Earlier this year, on his 100th birthday, Mr Carter received a private congratulatory message from the King, expressing admiration for his life of public service
Venture investor and podcaster David Sacks will join the Trump administration as the "White House A.I. & Crypto Czar," President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Thursday. Sacks will guide the administration's policies for artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, Trump wrote. Some of that work includes creating a legal framework for crypto, as well as leading a presidential council of advisors on science and technology . "David will focus on making America the clear global leader in both areas," Trump wrote. "He will safeguard Free Speech online, and steer us away from Big Tech bias and censorship." The appointment signals that the second Trump administration is rewarding Silicon Valley figures who supported his campaign. It also indicates that the administration will push for policies that cryptocurrency entrepreneurs generally support. Sacks became a major Trump booster earlier this year, hosting a fundraiser for the then-Republican nominee at his San Francisco mansion. Tickets sold for $50,000 a head, with a $300,000 tier that included perks like a photo with Trump. It was a stark change of tone for Sacks, who was sharply critical of Trump after the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Sacks said on an episode of his All-In podcast soon after that Trump was "clearly" responsible for the events of Jan. 6, and that he had "disqualified himself from being a candidate at a national level." In July, Sacks spoke at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Sacks is a venture capitalist and entrepreneur who sold Yammer, to Microsoft for $1.2 billion in 2012. He's also affiliated with the "PayPal mafia," an unofficial club of prominent technology figures and investors, including Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, who worked at PayPal in the 1990s. In recent years, Sacks has been best known for hosting the All-In podcast alongside fellow investors Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, and David Friedberg. In his post, Trump called it the "top podcast in Tech, where he and his friends discuss economic, political and social issues."Emily Henry has quickly become a household name in the world of contemporary romance. Known for her witty, heartwarming, and emotionally layered stories, she’s captured the hearts of readers worldwide. If you’re looking for romance novels that make you laugh, cry, and fall in love all over again, Emily Henry’s books are the perfect choice. Also Read: Dan Brown's Upside-Down Routine: Why He Uses Inversion Therapy to Overcome Writer's Block Redefining Romance Emily Henry’s novels stand out because they go beyond surface-level love stories. Her characters are relatable, flawed, and deeply human, dealing with real-life challenges such as grief, self-doubt, and career struggles. Yet, amidst these trials, Henry weaves lighthearted moments and swoon-worthy romance, creating the perfect balance between emotional depth and feel-good vibes. For Henry, romance isn’t just about falling in love—it’s about self-discovery, growth, and connection. Her stories remind readers that love can heal, inspire, and transform. Books That Speak to the Heart Emily Henry’s books have become instant bestsellers for good reason. Each of her novels offers something unique: Beach Read This delightful story follows two writers, January and Gus, who challenge each other to swap genres. As they tackle their own emotional baggage, sparks fly in unexpected ways. It’s a heartfelt exploration of grief, creativity, and love. People We Meet on Vacation A story of two best friends, Poppy and Alex, navigating the thin line between friendship and romance. Spanning years of summer vacations, this book is both nostalgic and deeply touching. 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Amanda Owen has confessed there is “no romance” in her relationship with ex-husband Clive Owen – despite their close bond as they co-parent their nine children. Amanda and Clive announced their separation in June 2022 after 22 years of marriage. But in a shock move, the pair teamed up again in 2024 for a new programme on More4 – Our Farm Next Door . Amanda and Clive are filmed renovating a derelict farmhouse in the Yorkshire Dales together. But in a new interview with The Times , Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda was candid about their relationship off-screen. She explained: “We’re just getting on with it. We bicker. We argue. There’s no romance. But we’re all right with each other, and that’s a blessing. “If you’ve gone through a separation, there’s a reason you separated. And it’s usually because you’re not getting on. Who wants that? We’re here and we’ve got a joint mission. It’s about securing the future of the farm, the children.” Amanda explained that their kids run between their family home at Ravenseat farm and the holiday rental next door, which isn’t currently being rented out. She admitted: “[Clive] is not very separated.” In one episode of the series, she admitted: “I do his head in, he does my head in. But we’re both basically on the same side.” In 2022, Amanda publicly announced their decision to split, writing on her social media: “This hasn't been easy, but we both believe it's the right choice for the future of our family. "Although we are no longer a couple, we continue to work on the farm and co-parent together, with our number one priority the happiness and well-being of our children." She insisted to MailOnline: “There was nobody involved in the break-up with Clive and I don’t understand why this is being suggested. I'm just getting on with my life as an independent woman, looking after the kids and my sheep." Clive, meanwhile, confessed: “If I’m honest about it, I didn’t want to accept that I was no longer the breadwinner for our family. It was especially hard knowing that Amanda, who is a very beautiful woman, would be going out all dressed up to launches and events and meeting other people."Jefferies Financial Group Initiates Coverage on UGI (NYSE:UGI)
Rangers have sourced an interim replacement for outgoing chief commercial officer Karim Varani. Varani, who joined the Ibrox board in summer 2023, is the latest high-profile departure at Rangers with the former West Ham United man expected to officially leave his role in January to "pursue new opportunities". Sean Jefferson will now take up the position on an interim basis. Jefferson has a strong track record working for Manchester United as well as international drinks giant Diageo and global media agency Mindshare. He will begin working for the Scottish Premiership giants in the New Year until a permanent acquisition can be named. Read more: Since leaving Old Trafford last year, Jefferson has launched SportValue, a consultancy he describes as “helping organisations unlock value in sport”. SportValue provides expert guidance to rights-holders, media and entertainment firms, agencies, and sports technology companies, assisting them in navigating the commercial landscape of sports. The consultancy aims to foster partnerships that enhance value for businesses, their collaborators, and the fans they serve.SILICON SLOPES, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 5, 2024-- Domo, Inc. (Nasdaq: DOMO) today announced results for its fiscal third quarter ended October 31, 2024. Fiscal Third Quarter Results “Our focus on ecosystem-led growth, consumption-based contracts and AI innovation is paying off with promising momentum, as we see more demand for Domo as an anchor technology in customers’ data stacks,” said Josh James, founder and CEO, Domo. “The data and AI landscape is evolving to create new market opportunities for Domo, and we feel confident we’re in the right position to capitalize on this moment.” Recent Highlights We believe the following announcements and recognition demonstrate our commitment to product innovation and customer value: Business Outlook Based on information available as of December 5, 2024, Domo is providing the following guidance for its fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 and full year fiscal 2025: Q4 Fiscal 2025 Full Year Fiscal 2025 We have not reconciled guidance for non-GAAP metrics to their most directly comparable GAAP measures because certain items that impact these measures are not within our control or cannot be reasonably predicted. Earnings Call Details Domo plans to host a conference call today to review its fiscal 2025 third quarter financial results and to discuss its financial outlook. The call is scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m. MT/ 5:00 p.m. ET. A live webcast of the event will be available on the Domo Investor Relations website at https://www.domo.com/ir and a live dial-in is available at (877) 484-6065 or (201) 689-8846. A replay will be available at (877) 660-6853 or (201) 612-7415 with the access ID#13750075 following the completion of the conference call until 11:59 p.m. (ET) January 4, 2025. About Domo Domo puts data to work for everyone so they can multiply their impact on the business. Our cloud-native data experience platform goes beyond traditional business intelligence and analytics, making data visible and actionable with user-friendly dashboards and apps. Underpinned by AI, data science and a secure data foundation that connects with existing cloud and legacy systems, Domo helps companies optimize critical business processes at scale and in record time to spark the bold curiosity that powers exponential business results. For more information, visit www.domo.com . You can also follow Domo on LinkedIn , X and Facebook . Domo Disclosure Channels to Disseminate Information Domo investors and others should note that we announce material information to the public about our company, products and services, and other issues through a variety of means, including Domo’s website, press releases, filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), blogs and social media, in order to achieve broad, non-exclusionary distribution of information to the public. We intend to use the Domo Facebook page , the Domo LinkedIn page , the Domo blog , the @Domotalk X account and the @JoshJames X account as a means of disclosing information about the Company and its services and for complying with the disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. The information we post through these social media channels may be deemed material. Accordingly, we encourage investors and others to monitor these social media channels in addition to following our press releases, SEC filings and public conference calls and webcasts. The social media channels that we intend to use as a means of disclosing the information described here may be updated from time to time as listed on our investor relations webpage. Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures To supplement our condensed consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America (GAAP), we reference in this press release and the accompanying tables the following non-GAAP financial measures: non-GAAP subscription gross margin, non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP operating loss, non-GAAP operating margin, non-GAAP net loss, non-GAAP net loss per share, billings, and adjusted free cash flow. In computing the measures other than billings and adjusted free cash flow, we exclude the effects of stock-based compensation expense, amortization of certain intangible assets, severance of executive officers who report to the Chief Executive Officer, loss on extinguishment of debt, and remeasurement of warrant liability. Billings is defined as total revenue plus the change in deferred revenue in a period. In computing adjusted free cash flow, we exclude the effects of proceeds from shares issued in connection with the employee stock purchase plan, purchases of property and equipment, and net change in short-term payable financing. As it relates to adjusted free cash flow, we add back amounts equal to the proceeds from shares issued in connection with employee stock purchase plan to reflect the non-cash nature of these transactions. Because no cash is exchanged in these transactions, showing proceeds in the financing section of the statement of cash flows as required by GAAP results in a corresponding decrease in the operating section, which management believes is not indicative of actual cash used in or provided by our operations. We also add back the net change to short-term payable financing to adjusted free cash flow. We believe that this non-GAAP cash metric is useful because it provides investors with the same information that management uses to consistently evaluate, forecast and measure the Company’s actual cash flows and its ability to achieve and maintain positive cash flows. We use these non-GAAP financial measures for financial and operational decision-making and as a means to evaluate period-to-period comparisons. Our management believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding our performance and liquidity by excluding certain items that may not be indicative of our ongoing core business operating results. We believe that both management and investors benefit from referring to these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing our performance and when analyzing historical performance and liquidity and planning, forecasting, and analyzing future periods. For a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP measures, please see the tables captioned "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" included at the end of this release. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include statements of our Chief Executive Officer, statements regarding competitive positions, our financial outlook for our fourth fiscal quarter, and results for future periods. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and are based on potentially inaccurate assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expected or implied by the forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted, and reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. The potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from the results predicted include, among others, those risks and uncertainties included under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in our filings with the SEC, including, without limitation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 28, 2024 and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 31, 2024 expected to be filed with the SEC on or about December 10, 2024. All information provided in this release and in the attachments is as of the date hereof, and we undertake no duty to update this information unless required by law. Domo is a registered trademark of Domo, Inc. 2023 2024 2023 2024 $ 71,293 $ 71,113 $ 213,594 $ 214,144 8,382 8,651 25,211 24,130 79,675 79,764 238,805 238,274 11,523 13,334 33,588 39,410 7,253 6,627 22,847 21,389 18,776 19,961 56,435 60,799 60,899 59,803 182,370 177,475 40,262 37,194 124,464 116,040 19,729 21,264 63,931 65,952 12,130 12,429 35,509 42,504 72,121 70,887 223,904 224,496 (11,222 ) (11,084 ) (41,534 ) (47,021 ) - (1,850 ) - (1,850 ) (4,930 ) (5,622 ) (14,549 ) (14,805 ) (4,930 ) (7,472 ) (14,549 ) (16,655 ) (16,152 ) (18,556 ) (56,083 ) (63,676 ) 261 205 801 582 $ (16,413 ) $ (18,761 ) $ (56,884 ) $ (64,258 ) $ (0.45 ) $ (0.48 ) $ (1.59 ) $ (1.68 ) 36,310 38,832 35,812 38,243 $ 670 $ 784 $ 1,958 $ 2,389 359 295 1,311 942 6,364 4,754 19,260 15,238 4,621 4,038 14,214 12,529 4,174 3,080 10,642 12,075 181 210 516 603 $ 16,369 $ 13,161 $ 47,901 $ 43,776 $ 20 $ 142 $ 60 $ 426 $ - $ - $ 443 $ - - - 1,553 - $ - $ - $ 1,996 $ - $ - $ 455 $ - $ 33 2024 2024 $ 60,939 $ 40,925 67,197 57,177 16,006 15,288 9,602 7,083 153,744 120,473 27,003 27,937 11,746 10,108 19,542 17,420 2,740 2,267 9,478 9,478 1,407 2,528 $ 225,660 $ 190,211 $ 4,313 $ 8,403 43,430 58,392 4,807 5,506 185,250 153,919 237,800 226,220 11,135 8,125 2,736 3,311 14,001 8,151 113,534 115,574 379,206 361,381 37 39 1,252,200 1,298,596 (180 ) 56 (1,405,603 ) (1,469,861 ) (153,546 ) (171,170 ) $ 225,660 $ 190,211 Domo, Inc. 2023 2024 2023 2024 $ (16,413 ) $ (18,761 ) $ (56,884 ) $ (64,258 ) 1,636 2,254 4,738 7,117 1,063 1,142 3,235 3,320 4,398 4,454 13,354 13,181 16,369 13,161 47,901 43,776 - 1,850 - 1,850 - 456 - 33 1,072 2,390 3,643 4,334 (3,022 ) (8,489 ) 23,750 10,020 (4,016 ) (4,524 ) (10,921 ) (10,328 ) 291 1,543 (173 ) 1,819 998 (11,655 ) (966 ) (152 ) (1,237 ) (1,392 ) (4,054 ) (4,000 ) (608 ) 10,238 (3,361 ) 6,073 (4,856 ) (6,368 ) (23,124 ) (30,756 ) (4,325 ) (13,701 ) (2,862 ) (17,971 ) (2,714 ) (2,515 ) (9,214 ) (7,245 ) - - (26 ) - (2,714 ) (2,515 ) (9,240 ) (7,245 ) - (402 ) - (402 ) 1,374 789 3,406 1,910 - (296 ) - (504 ) - 52,758 - 52,758 - (53,177 ) - (53,177 ) - 6,190 - 8,972 - (4,536 ) - (4,536 ) 62 - 65 - 1,436 1,326 3,471 5,021 (862 ) 111 (482 ) 181 (6,465 ) (14,779 ) (9,113 ) (20,014 ) 63,852 55,704 66,500 60,939 $ 57,387 $ 40,925 $ 57,387 $ 40,925 2023 2024 2023 2024 $ 71,293 $ 71,113 $ 213,594 $ 214,144 11,523 13,334 33,588 39,410 59,770 57,779 180,006 174,734 84 % 81 % 84 % 82 % 670 784 1,958 2,389 $ 60,440 $ 58,563 $ 181,964 $ 177,123 85 % 82 % 85 % 83 % $ 72,121 $ 70,887 $ 223,904 $ 224,496 (15,159 ) (11,872 ) (44,116 ) (39,842 ) (20 ) (142 ) (60 ) (426 ) - - (1,996 ) - $ 56,942 $ 58,873 $ 177,732 $ 184,228 $ (11,222 ) $ (11,084 ) $ (41,534 ) $ (47,021 ) 16,188 12,951 47,385 43,173 20 142 60 426 - - 1,996 - $ 4,986 $ 2,009 $ 7,907 $ (3,422 ) (14 )% (14 )% (17 )% (20 )% 20 17 19 19 - - 1 - 6 % 3 % 3 % (1 )% $ (16,413 ) $ (18,761 ) $ (56,884 ) $ (64,258 ) 16,369 13,161 47,901 43,776 20 142 60 426 - - 1,996 - - 1,850 - 1,850 - 455 - 33 $ (24 ) $ (3,153 ) $ (6,927 ) $ (18,173 ) $ (0.45 ) $ (0.48 ) $ (1.59 ) $ (1.68 ) 0.45 0.34 1.34 1.15 — — 0.06 — — 0.05 — 0.05 — 0.01 — — $ — $ (0.08 ) $ (0.19 ) $ (0.48 ) $ 79,675 $ 79,764 $ 238,805 $ 238,274 158,522 153,919 158,522 153,919 4,236 3,311 4,236 3,311 (164,882 ) (161,601 ) (182,273 ) (185,250 ) (2,732 ) (1,997 ) (3,609 ) (2,736 ) (4,856 ) (6,368 ) (23,124 ) (30,756 ) $ 74,819 $ 73,396 $ 215,681 $ 207,518 $ (4,325 ) $ (13,701 ) $ (2,862 ) $ (17,971 ) 1,374 789 3,406 1,910 (2,714 ) (2,515 ) (9,214 ) (7,245 ) - 6,190 - 8,972 - (4,536 ) - (4,536 ) $ (5,665 ) $ (13,773 ) $ (8,670 ) $ (18,870 ) View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241205261989/en/ CONTACT: Media – Cynthia Cowen PR@domo.comInvestors – Peter Lowry IR@domo.com KEYWORD: UTAH UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DATA MANAGEMENT DATA ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INTERNET SOURCE: Domo, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/05/2024 04:05 PM/DISC: 12/05/2024 04:06 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241205261989/enBy The Associated Press Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday signed into law a bill banning adoption of Russian children by citizens of countries where gender transitioning is legal. The Kremlin leader also approved legislation that outlaws the spread of material that encourages people not to have children . The bills, which were previously approved by both houses of Russia’s parliament , follow a series of laws that have suppressed sexual minorities and bolstered longstanding conventional values. Russian lower house Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin, who was among the new bill’s authors, said in a Telegram post in July that “it is extremely important to eliminate possible dangers in the form of gender reassignment that adopted children may face in these countries.” The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada. Adoption of Russian children by U.S. citizens was banned in 2012. Other bills approved Saturday ban what they described as propaganda for remaining child-free and impose fines of up to 5 million rubles (about $50,000). Its proponents contended that public arguments against having children are part of purported Western efforts to weaken Russia by encouraging population decline. Putin and other top officials in recent years have increasingly called for observing so-called traditional values as a counter to Western liberalism. As Russia’s population declines, Putin has made statements advocating large families and last year urged women to have as many as eight children. Russia last year banned gender-transition medical procedures and its Supreme Court declared the LGBTQ+ “movement” to be extremist . In 2022, Putin signed a law prohibiting the distribution of LGBTQ+ information to people of all ages, expanding a ban issued in 2013 on disseminating the material to minors. Since he sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022, the Kremlin leader has repeatedly characterized the West as “satanic” and accused it of trying to undermine Russia by exporting liberal ideologies. Independent journalists, critics, activists and opposition figures in Russia have come under increasing pressure from the government in recent years, intensifying significantly amid the conflict in Ukraine. Hundreds of nongovernmental groups and individuals have been designated as a “foreign agent” — a label that implies additional government scrutiny and carries strong pejorative connotations.
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ROME (AP) — Romelu Lukaku scored against his former club and Napoli beat struggling Roma 1-0 on Sunday to reclaim the Serie A lead and spoil Claudio Ranieri’s debut with the Giallorossi. Napoli moved one point ahead of Atalanta, Inter Milan and Fiorentina, which won 2-0 at Como earlier for its seventh consecutive victory. Lukaku redirected in a cross from Napoli captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo early in the second half at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Roma had a chance to equalize but Artem Dovbyk’s header banged off the crossbar. Lukaku played for Roma last season but was one of the main transfer targets when Antonio Conte was hired at Napoli for this season. Ranieri was hired 10 days ago as Roma's third coach of the season, replacing the fired Ivan Juric, who had in turn replaced Daniele De Rossi. Still, Roma remained in 12th place, four points above the relegation zone. Kean raises his tally to 9 goals this season Yacine Adli put Fiorentina ahead with a long-range strike early on. Then Moise Kean redirected in a cross midway through the second half for his ninth goal of the season. Fiorentina last won seven straight in a single Serie A campaign in 1960, when it won eight in a row. Vieira’s debut draw at Genoa Patrick Vieira’s debut as Genoa coach was a 2-2 draw with Cagliari. Both of Cagliari’s goals came on penalties, including Roberto Piccoli’s equalizer in the 88th. Vieira was hired on Wednesday to replace the fired Alberto Gilardino. Mario Balotelli came on late for Genoa and didn't make an impact. Torino and Monza drew 1-1. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer