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Related Topics: Don't Miss Rundunar ‘yan sandan Kano ta gargadi matasan da ke bidiyo a tituna You may like Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media LtdWASHINGTON (AP) — American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide Tuesday due to a technical issu e just as the Christmas travel season kicks into overdrive and winter weather is threatening more potential problems for those planning to fly or drive. American flights were cleared to fly by federal regulators about one hour after a national ground stop order was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. There were 1,447 delays for flights entering or leaving the U.S. early in the day, with 28 cancellations. Snow was falling early in New York and Dallas-Fort Worth International, which is American Airlines' main hub, was getting hit with rain. Dallas-Fort Worth had the most delays, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina, Washington, New York, Chicago and Miami Because the holiday travel period lasts weeks, airports and airlines typically have smaller peak days than they do during the rush around Thanksgiving, but the grind of one hectic day followed by another takes a toll on flight crews. And any hiccups — a winter storm or a computer outage — can snowball into massive disruptions. That is how Southwest Airlines stranded 2 million travelers in December 2022, and Delta Air Lines suffered a smaller but significant meltdown after a worldwide technology outage in July caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. Many flights during the holidays are sold out, which makes cancellations even more disruptive than during slower periods. That is especially true for smaller budget airlines that have fewer flights and fewer options for rebooking passengers. Only the largest airlines, including American, Delta and United, have “interline agreements” that let them put stranded customers on another carrier’s flights. This will be the first holiday season since a Transportation Department rule took effect that requires airlines to give customers an automatic cash refund for a canceled or significantly delayed flight. Most air travelers were already eligible for refunds, but they often had to request them. Passengers still can ask to get rebooked, which is often a better option than a refund during peak travel periods. That’s because finding a last-minute flight on another airline yourself tends to be very expensive. Just before 7 a.m. Eastern time, the Federal Aviation Administration ordered all American Airlines flights grounded in the U.S. at the airline’s request. American had reported a technical issue affecting its entire system with millions traveling for the holiday. American said in an email that the problem Tuesday morning was caused by a vendor technology issue that “impacted systems needed to release flights.” The groundings couldn’t come at a worse time for the millions of travelers expected to fly over the next 10 days. The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen 40 million passengers over the holidays and through January 2. Airlines expect to have their busiest days on Friday and Sunday, and on Dec. 26, Dec. 27 and Dec. 29. Many flights during the holidays are sold out, which makes cancellations more disruptive than during slower periods. Even with just a brief outage, the cancellations have a cascading effect that can take days to clear up. About 90% of Americans traveling far from home over the holidays will be in cars, according to AAA. “Airline travel is just really high right now, but most people do drive to their destinations, and that is true for every holiday,” AAA spokesperson Aixa Diaz said. Gasoline prices are similar to last year. The nationwide average Thursday was $3.04 a gallon, down from $3.13 a year ago, according to AAA. Charging an electric vehicle averages just under 35 cents per per kilowatt hour, but varies by state. Transportation-data firm INRIX says travel times on the nation’s highways could be up to 30% longer than normal over the holidays, with Sunday expected to see the heaviest traffic. Boston, New York City, Seattle and Washington, D.C., are the metropolitan areas primed for the greatest delays, according to the company. —— AP Reporters David Koenig, Mae Anderson and Mike Pesoli contributed to this report.

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Von der Leyen heads to EU-Mercosur summit for trade dealNew Jersey Theft Lawyer Adam M. Lustberg Publishes Insightful Article on Theft Crimes in New Jersey 12-05-2024 10:44 PM CET | Politics, Law & Society Press release from: ABNewswire Renowned New Jersey theft lawyer [ https://www.lustberglaw.com/theft-attorney/ ] Adam M. Lustberg of Lustberg Law Offices, LLC has published an insightful article discussing theft crimes in New Jersey. This comprehensive piece explores theft laws in the state, offering readers a detailed understanding of the various types of theft crimes, their associated penalties, and potential defense strategies for those accused. In the article, the New Jersey theft lawyer outlines the many forms theft can take under state law. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the specific charges and the degrees of severity associated with them. "Theft is not a one-size-fits-all crime," Lustberg explains. "Each case is unique, and the circumstances surrounding the alleged offense play a crucial role in determining how it's charged and the potential consequences for the accused." The New Jersey theft lawyer further elaborates on the degrees of theft charges, which are determined based on the value of the property involved. For example, theft involving property valued at less than $200 is considered a disorderly person's offense, punishable by up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine. On the other hand, theft exceeding $75,000 in value constitutes a second-degree offense and carries penalties of up to 10 years in prison and $150,000 in fines. Lustberg underscores the importance of seeking legal representation when facing any theft charge, as the repercussions can have a lasting impact on an individual's life. The article examines a broad range of theft crimes recognized under New Jersey law. These include petty theft, shoplifting, auto theft, robbery, and extortion, among others. Lustberg carefully explains the distinctions between these crimes and how they are prosecuted. In his article, Adam M. Lustberg explores the potential defenses that can be used to challenge theft allegations. He explains that the prosecution must prove elements such as intent and lack of permission to convict someone of theft. Common defenses include insufficient evidence, mistaken identity, and lack of criminal intent. Lustberg also highlights situations in which a person may have taken property under duress or due to entrapment, both of which can serve as valid defenses. "When faced with theft charges, it's vital to build a strong defense tailored to the specifics of the case," says Lustberg. "For example, if a person mistakenly took someone else's property or was coerced into committing the act, these factors can be critical in achieving a favorable outcome." In addition to outlining the penalties for different degrees of theft, Lustberg's article also addresses the long-term consequences of a conviction. Beyond fines and incarceration, a theft conviction can hinder employment opportunities, damage personal relationships, and impact an individual's reputation. Lustberg stresses the importance of proactive legal representation to minimize these repercussions. "Even a seemingly minor theft charge can have far-reaching effects," Lustberg explains. "That's why it's crucial to approach these cases with a thorough understanding of the law and a strong defense strategy." Lustberg also discusses the possibility of expunging theft convictions from a person's criminal record, which can provide a fresh start for those who qualify. He notes that while serious crimes such as robbery are not eligible for expungement, offenses like shoplifting and petty theft may be eligible under certain conditions. Additionally, first-time offenders may be able to participate in pretrial intervention (PTI) programs, which offer alternatives to incarceration such as probation and community service. "These programs are designed to give individuals a second chance while still holding them accountable," Lustberg notes. "By avoiding a traditional trial and sentencing, participants can work toward rehabilitation and reintegration into society." Facing a theft charge can be an overwhelming experience, particularly when the stakes are high. Lustberg's article serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking clarity on what to expect and how to navigate the legal process. Those charged with theft are encouraged to seek immediate legal counsel to protect their rights and explore their options. About Lustberg Law Offices, LLC: Lustberg Law Offices, LLC is a premier law firm based in New Jersey, focusing on criminal defense cases, including theft crimes. Led by attorney Adam M. Lustberg, the firm is dedicated to protecting clients' rights and achieving the best possible outcomes in their cases. With a combination of in-depth legal knowledge and a client-centered approach, Lustberg Law Offices, LLC consistently delivers effective representation for individuals facing criminal charges in New Jersey. Embeds: Youtube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27redhCP-0I GMB: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=17248268094099978177 Email and website Email: alustberg@lustberglaw.com Website: https://www.lustberglaw.com/ Media Contact Company Name: Lustberg Law Offices, LLC Contact Person: Adam M. Lustberg Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=new-jersey-theft-lawyer-adam-m-lustberg-publishes-insightful-article-on-theft-crimes-in-new-jersey ] Phone: (201) 880-5311 Address:One University Plaza Dr Suite 212 City: Hackensack State: New Jersey 07601 Country: United States Website: https://www.lustberglaw.com/ This release was published on openPR.COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio General Assembly sent a bill to Gov. Mike DeWine’s desk that would allow people and conservation organizations to collect and share native plant seeds with other like-minded people. House Bill 364 is hoped to encourage people to plant more native plants, which would create native plant habitats to ensure Ohio’s natural species thrive, according to a statement from The Nature Conservancy. HB 364 passed unanimously the Ohio House in June 12 and unanimously in the Senate on Dec. 18. The bill also eliminates certain weeds from the list of those that a manager of a road or railroad must remove. It’s the native plant provisions that have conservationists excited. “Once signed into law, this will have a significant impact on efforts throughout the state to remove invasive plants and replace them with plants native to Ohio, provide more habitat to threatened insects and even help individuals who want to create their own pollinator garden ,” said Mary Turocy, director of policy and government relations for The Nature Conservancy Ohio, in a statement. The organization has collected native seeds on its preserves throughout Ohio to replant on other areas its preserves to replace invasive plants or restore fields previously used for farming or pasture. “Native plants have an impact across the ecological food web,” said Peter Blank, Northwest Ohio program manager for The Nature Conservancy. “Native plants provide sanctuary for pollinators, like bees and butterflies, and a habitat for beneficial insects like beetles, dragonflies and wasps, which prey on people pests—like mosquitoes—and pests that damage agricultural crops. More insects mean more food for small mammals and birds, which then benefits hawks and owls. And it all starts with native plants.” Two examples of native plants that could become more prominent across Ohio are milkweed and Blazing Star. Monarch butterflies love milkweed. The Blazing Star Moth only eats the Blazing Star, which sprouts tall stocks of purple or pink flowers. Without these plants, neither species could survive. Stories by Laura Hancock Lt. Gov. Jon Husted visits Mar-a-Lago. Could he succeed JD Vance as Ohio’s next U.S. senator? Dec. 23, 2024, 2:31p.m. After OSU team doctor abuse, Gov. DeWine signs bill that expands medical board’s authority over sexual misconduct Dec. 20, 2024, 1:46p.m. Gov. DeWine vows to veto ‘medical free speech’ provision OK’d by legislators Dec. 20, 2024, 11:38a.m. Legislation to tamp down DEI, perceived liberal bias on college campuses dies without passage Dec. 19, 2024, 1:12p.m. Laura Hancock covers state government and politics for The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com.Pelicans' Zion Williamson (hamstring) to practice next week

President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday said he wants to change the name of the highest mountain in North America from Denali back to Mount McKinley. Alaska’s two Republican U.S. senators, Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, immediately pushed back, saying they support the Koyukon Athabascan place name for the mountain. Denali was long favored by many Alaskans and used by Indigenous people here for centuries. Trump made the suggestion Sunday in a speech to supporters in Phoenix at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest. He mentioned former President William McKinley of Ohio as a supporter of protective tariffs, which Trump has embraced. “William McKinley, the 25th president of the United States ... the vast sums of money that he brought into our country,” Trump told the crowd. “The person really who got us the money that President Theodore Roosevelt used to build the Panama Canal and a lot of other things. McKinley was a very good, maybe a great president. They took his name off Mount McKinley, right? That’s what they do to people. ... But President McKinley was the president that was responsible for creating a vast sum of money in the United States that Teddy Roosevelt then spent. So let’s say that they were both excellent presidents, but McKinley did that, and that’s one of the reasons that we’re going to bring back the name of Mount McKinley because I think he deserves it. I think he deserves it. There are lots of things we can name, but I think he deserves it. That was not very gracious to somebody that did a good job.” Trump offered no more specifics. The mountain, the highest in North America at 20,310 feet, was named Mount McKinley by the federal government in 1896 but was renamed Denali in 2015 by the Interior Department on the eve of then-President Barack Obama’s visit to Alaska. It followed many years of efforts by Alaska officials and Native groups to rename the mountain. It was renamed by then-Interior Secretary Sally Jewell under a federal law that allows the secretary to make changes to geographic names through the U.S. Board on Geographic Names, according to the department. The park was originally named Mount McKinley National Park in 1917. Its name was changed in 1980 with the creation of Denali National Park and Preserve. McKinley died without ever setting foot in Alaska, assassinated in 1901 at the start of his second term in office. Jewell’s 2015 order changing the name of the mountain notes, “President McKinley never visited, nor did he have any significant historical connection to, the mountain or to Alaska.” The name “Denali” is derived from the Koyukon name and is based on a verb theme meaning “high” or “tall,” according to linguist James Kari of the Alaska Native Language Center at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, in the book “Shem Pete’s Alaska.” Both Alaska senators immediately pushed back on Trump’s remarks Sunday. “Sen. Sullivan like many Alaskans prefers the name that the very tough, very strong, very patriotic Athabaskan people gave the mountain thousands of years ago — Denali,” Sullivan aide Amada Coyne wrote in a text message. Sullivan has been a supporter of the president-elect. Murkowski, on social media, said, “There is only one name worthy of North America’s tallest mountain: Denali — the Great One.” Trump suggested changing the name back when he was president in 2017 and both Murkowski and Sullivan objected, Sullivan said in remarks to the Alaska Federation of Natives annual conference, according to an ADN article at the time. The senators met at the White House with Trump and then-Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to discuss Alaska issues, Sullivan said, including reversing Obama executive actions the senators had opposed. At the end of the meeting, Sullivan said, “He looked at me and said, ‘I heard that the big mountain in Alaska also had — also its name was changed by executive action. Do you want us to reverse that?'” He and Murkowski “jumped over the desk — we said, ‘no! No. Don’t want to reverse that,’ ” Sullivan said. Sullivan said he told the president Denali was the name given to the mountain by the Athabascan people more than 10,000 years ago. And Sullivan’s wife is Athabascan. If “you change that name back now, she’s going to be really, really mad,” he said he told the president. “So he’s like, ‘all right, we won’t do that,’ ” Sullivan said. U.S. Rep.-elect Nick Begich couldn’t immediately be reached on Sunday, and a spokesman for Gov. Mike Dunleavy had no immediate comment.Man accused in burning death of a woman on New York subway appears in courtB.C. ‘ammonia’ leak spurs evacuations, road closure, turns out to be carbon dioxideROSEMEAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 12, 2024-- Edison International (NYSE: EIX) today declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.8275 per share, payable on Jan. 31, 2025, to shareholders of record on Jan. 7, 2025. This action increases the annual dividend rate by $0.19 per share for the quarter ending Jan. 31, 2025. The 2025 annual dividend rate will be $3.31 per share, an increase of 6.1% from the current annual dividend rate of $3.12 per share. “The dividend increase reflects the confidence of our board and management in our company’s financial future in tandem with our commitment to achieving our long-term EPS growth target of 5% to 7%,” said Pedro Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International. “It’s also our 21 st consecutive year of increasing our dividend, which continues to provide an attractive yield. Today’s announcement reinforces our dedication to delivering strong returns for our shareholders.” About Edison International Edison International (NYSE: EIX) is one of the nation’s largest electric utility holding companies, focused on providing clean and reliable energy and energy services through its independent companies. Headquartered in Rosemead, California, Edison International is the parent company of Southern California Edison Company, a utility delivering electricity to 15 million people across Southern, Central and Coastal California. Edison International is also the parent company of Trio (formerly Edison Energy), a portfolio of nonregulated competitive businesses providing integrated sustainability and energy advisory services to large commercial, industrial and institutional organizations in North America and Europe. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241212241547/en/ CONTACT: Investor Relations: Sam Ramraj, (626) 302-2540 Media Relations: (626) 302-2255 News@sce.com KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: UTILITIES ENERGY SOURCE: Edison International Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/12/2024 04:36 PM/DISC: 12/12/2024 04:35 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241212241547/en

Mastercard Now Offering Kount Payment Fraud Prevention and Chargeback Mitigation to Payment Providers and Merchants ATLANTA and NORTHAMPTON, Mass. , Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Equifax ® (NYSE: EFX) and Mastercard (NYSE: MA) have joined forces to empower Latin American financial institutions, payment service providers, acquiring banks, and merchants to overcome payment fraud challenges without disruption to the customer experience. Enhanced fraud management tools, including Mastercard Identity, Ethoca Alerts and Ethoca Consumer Clarity are now available to Mastercard business customers in Latin America through the Kount Payment Fraud solution from Equifax. The combined solutions protect the entire digital payments environment through identity verification and fraud risk assessment while preventing chargebacks through order validation and alerting services. Latin America has one of the highest fraud rates globally, with studies showing that merchants are losing upward of 4.6% of their e-commerce revenue to payment fraud . With e-commerce revenue expected to nearly double in the region from $85 billion in 2021 to $160 billion by next year , Equifax and Mastercard are helping empower businesses to achieve their full growth potential by stopping threats in real time. The Kount Payment Fraud solution from Equifax is used by more than 20,000 businesses operating in more than 40 countries around the world due to its real-time fraud prevention capabilities during transactions. "As a global leader in fraud prevention, we are thrilled to work with Mastercard to help Latin American merchants and partners combat fraud and continue to innovate across the financial sector," commented Chris Jones , President of Equifax Latin America. "This strategic alignment will provide safer payment transactions and reduce chargebacks, enabling businesses of all sizes in Latin America to improve their bottom line." "Adding to our existing capabilities, this collaboration is the next step in our journey to make the digital economy safe and more seamless for payment providers and merchants in the region," said Ana Lucia Magliano , Executive Vice President, Services, Mastercard Latin America and the Caribbean . "By working together, we're advancing our shared goal of not only meeting the payments ecosystem security needs, but also addressing a broader effort to enhance the consumer's digital experience." The Kount Payment Fraud solution is available in collaboration with Mastercard to financial institutions, payment service providers, acquirers, merchants and others across Latin America , excluding Brazil . For more details, visit https://kount.com/equifax-mastercard . ABOUT EQUIFAX INC. At Equifax (NYSE: EFX ), we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward. Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by nearly 15,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 24 countries in North America , Central and South America , Europe , and the Asia Pacific region. For more information, visit Equifax.com . ABOUT MASTERCARD Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Mario Arrua ( Latin America ) or Tiffany Smith (US) for Equifax mediainquiries@equifax.com Andrea Denadai for Mastercard Andrea.denadai@mastercard.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/equifax-and-mastercard-join-forces-to-combat-payment-fraud-in-latin-america-302322882.html SOURCE Equifax Inc.Heavy travel day off to a rough start after American Airlines briefly grounds all flightsInside new Gavin and Stacey Christmas special with gagging clauses, ‘a new BBC sex scandal’ – and a Premier League twist

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Exiled Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof's definition of home is shiftingThe spiritual heart of Paris awakens: Notre Dame hosts first Mass since 2019 fireHong Kong police on Tuesday announced a fresh round of arrest warrants for six activists based overseas, with bounties set at $1 million Hong Kong dollars for information leading to their arrests. According to the warrants, the six are wanted for national security offences such as secession, subversion and collusion with foreign forces. They include Tony Chung, the former leader of now-defunct pro-independence group Studentlocalism. U.K.-based Carmen Lau, a former district councilor and current activist with the Hong Kong Democracy Council, as well as Chloe Cheung, an activist with the Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong, also had warrants issued against them. The latest round of warrants signals that the Hong Kong government is targeting vocal critics based abroad. The government had previously issued two rounds of arrest warrants and bounties for more prominent activists, including ex-lawmakers Ted Hui and Nathan Law. The increasing number of wanted individuals abroad come as Hong Kong continues to crack down on political dissent following massive anti-government protests in 2019 that resulted in a wave of pro-democracy movements. Many outspoken pro-democracy activists have since been jailed, with others fleeing abroad. Chung, the former Studentlocalism leader, said in a story posted to Instagram that he was "honoured" to be the first Hong Konger to be accused of violating the national security law twice. "As a staunch Hong Kong nationalist, today's wanted notice is undoubtedly a kind of affirmation for me. In the future, I will continue to unswervingly and fearlessly promote the self-determination of Hong Kong," he wrote. Separately, Cheung, who is based in the U.K., said in an Instagram post that "even in the face of a powerful enemy, I will continue to do what I believe is right." "How fragile, incompetent, and cowardly does a regime have to be to believe that I, a 19-year-old, ordinary Hongkonger, can 'endanger' and 'divide' the country? How panicked are they that they have to put a million-dollar bounty on me?" she asked. Lau posted on X a call for governments, including those of the U.K., U.S., and EU countries, to "impose sanctions on Hong Kong human rights perpetrators without further delay" and urged democracies to support Hong Kong's right to self-determination. "The Hong Kong government's latest round of arrest warrants and bounties against six Hong Kong activists is a cowardly act of intimidation that aims to silence Hong Kong people," said Maya Wang, associate China director at Human Rights Watch. "The six -- including two Canadian citizens -- live in the U.K. and Canada. We call on the U.K. and Canadian governments to act immediately to push back against the Hong Kong government's attempts to threaten Hong Kongers living in their countries." Tuesday's arrest warrants take the total number of wanted people to 19. Others on the list Tuesday are Chung Kim-wah, previously a senior member of independent polling organization Hong Kong Public Opinion Research Institute; Joseph Tay, co-founder of Canada-based NGO HongKonger Station; and YouTuber Victor Ho. Separately Tuesday, the Hong Kong government issued orders for the cancellation of passports belonging to seven "absconders", including ex-lawmakers Hui and Dennis Kwok, who are wanted under the security law. The orders were made under Hong Kong's domestic national security law -- known as Article 23 -- and also prohibits the seven from dealing with funds in Hong Kong as well as activities related to joint ventures and property.

Inuwa Signs Gombe Appropriation Bill Of N369.9bn Into LawPresident Joe Biden delivered a short address from the White House on Sunday, claiming credit for the toppling of the regime of Syrian dictator Bashar Assad, who was ousted by rebels after a long and brutal reign lasting decades. Biden claimed that a combination of U.S. policies — isolating Assad; tying Russia down in Ukraine; and allowing Israel freedom of action against Iran and its Hezbollah proxy — weakened the regime and left it without defenders. Biden said: Over the past four years, my administration pursued a clear, principled policy towards Syria. First, we made clear from the start that sanctions on Assad would remain in place unless he engaged seriously in a political process to end the civil war, as outlined in the U.N. security council resolution that passed in 2015. But Assad refused. So we carried out a comprehensive sanctions program against him and all those responsible for atrocities against the Syrian people. Second, we maintained our military presence in Syria, our counter ISIS, to counter the support of local partners as well on the ground, their partners, never ceding an inch of territory, taking out leaders of ISIS, ensuring that ISIS can never establish a safe haven there again. Third, we supported Israel’s freedom of action against Iranian networks in Syria and against actors aligned with Iran, transporting lethal aid to Lebanon — and, when necessary, ordered the use of military force against Iranian networks to protect U.S. forces. Our approach has shifted the balance of power in the Middle East. Through this combination of support from our partners sanctions, diplomacy, and targeted military force when necessary, we now see new opportunities opening up for the people of Syria and for the entire region. Biden left out the fact that President Barack Obama had sought to cultivate relations with the Assad regime, and ignored Assad’s use of chemical weapons despite drawing a “red line” in 2012. Both Obama and Biden also sought specifically to establish a new balance of power in the Middle East that favored a stronger Iran, despite its role in Syria. Furthermore, Biden did not give Israel freedom of action against Iran, but instead insisted on Israeli restraint. Biden spoke hopefully — and perhaps wishfully — about beginning a process of drafting a Syrian constitution, with the input of various different groups within the country, coupled with international aid to rebuild the war-torn nation. Joel B. Pollak is Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News and the host of Breitbart News Sunday on Sirius XM Patriot on Sunday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET (4 p.m. to 7 p.m. PT). He is the author of The Agenda: What Trump Should Do in His First 100 Days , available for pre-order on Amazon. He is also the author of The Trumpian Virtues: The Lessons and Legacy of Donald Trump’s Presidency , now available on Audible. He is a winner of the 2018 Robert Novak Journalism Alumni Fellowship. Follow him on Twitter at @joelpollak .FMC Corporation announces election of Anthony DiSilvestro to Board of Directors

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