President-Elect Donald Trump’s mass deportation plan for undocumented immigrants could have wide-ranging impacts across the country, particularly in Florida. But— at the moment— the state’s new leaders said it’s not their problem. While on the campaign trail, the former president regularly vowed to deliver mass deportation "on day one." At rallies, he often made the case by relating it to migrant crime. "When I'm re-elected, we'll begin removing these criminals, these horrible people from our midst," President-elect Trump said at a recent MAGA rally in Wisconsin. "And we'll end up doing it immediately." RELATED STORY | Scripps News/Ipsos poll: Support for mass deportations drops when Americans consider potential consequences Jan. 20 is now fewer than two months away. If President-elect Trump delivers, the changes to the Florida workforce and economy could be wide-ranging, some have even suggested devastating. Even so, Florida House Speaker Danny Perez (R) and Senate President Ben Albritton (R) sidestepped questions about the potential impacts, earlier this week. “Any sort of immigration policy that comes from the federal government is for the federal government to decide," said the House Speaker. "That's a question that you should be asking the president.” President Albritton said something similar, telling reporters Tuesday: “The federal government is the federal government. State government is state government. That's a federal issue." When pressed further about the possible disruptions from mass deportation, Albritton doubled down. “That's up to the federal government," said the Senate President. "We'll see what they do.” RELATED STORY | Trump's mass deportation plan targets specific groups of immigrants Exactly what they will do remains unclear. Trump has confirmed he’ll use the military. Texas has offered up land along the border for “deportation facilities.” Trump’s advisors have even said he’ll seek to again eliminate DACA, an Obama-era program that protects undocumented who arrived as children. Florida Democrats, like Rep. Marie Woodson (D-Pembroke Pines) a Haitian migrant herself — have warned for months what these mass deportations could mean for Florida. Her concern is a rise in bigotry and racial profiling. “For those who are afraid, I’ll tell you this— be afraid of Trump because he has proven to you who he is," said Woodson. “Okay, mass deportation. In mass deportation, you don't know who's going to be in that ‘mass.’ But we know for sure he doesn't want the people who came from the Biden program. Our brothers and sisters in Ohio. He doesn't want them here. He doesn't want the TPS recipient. He doesn't want Haitians in general.” There’s a major economic concern too. The latest data from the American Immigration Council show Florida has one of the highest populations of undocumented in the country, about 1.1 million. They’re about seven percent of the workforce here — with jobs in ag, hospitality, and construction, contributing about $2 billion to state and local taxes alone. The Brookings Institution recently suggested mass deportation could also lead to a decrease in work for citizens. Researchers found for every half million deported, U.S.-born employment dropped by about 44,000. “Occupations common among unauthorized workers, such as construction laborers and cooks, are essential to keep businesses operating,” the report said, in part. "Deporting workers in these jobs affects U.S.-born workers too." Florida’s governor and lawmakers have multiple state immigration laws already on the books, with strict work verification rules for employers. They have said they’re more focused on making the labor market inhospitable rather than mass deportation. "We're protecting Floridians with the full extent of our powers to do that," DeSantis said in May of last year, before signing an immigration reform bill. "But it's sad. It's sad to see what's happened. It's sad to see these images of the lawlessness." A new era may be on the horizon, however. For now, Florida’s lawmaking leaders seem content with waiting to see what happens next before going further. This story was originally published by Forrest Saunders at Scripps News Tampa .
Victor Osimhen has tipped Nigerian-eligible forward, Tolu Arokodare, for greatness in a recent interview The combative Genk striker has continued to light up the Belgian Jupiler League with his flurry of goals Arokodare is reportedly on the radar of the Super Eagles, with interim coach Augustine Eguavoen recently speaking about him CHECK OUT: Don't let unemployment hold you back. Start your digital marketing journey today. Tolu Arokodare has continued to see his staggering form in Belgium catch the attention of many. The 24-year-old, who continues to light up the scenes with KRC Genk, once again produced a Player of the Match-worthy brace in the league fixture against Royal Antwerp. PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! The former Amiens star, who is eligible to represent the Nigerian team, has now racked up 14 goals and four assists in his 22 appearances so far this season, according to data courtesy of FotMob . These impressive numbers have not only boosted his stock and increased transfer interest in him but have also earned him encomiums from marquee Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen . Read also Gian Piero Gasperini names key reason behind Lookman’s success after CAF POTY success Victor Osimhen praises Arokodare In response to a post by Naija Footballers , Osimhen expressed his admiration for Genk star’s impressive form. The Napoli loanee shared his thoughts, saying: "To see him making a huge name for himself and for his team is something amazing. Knowing how he started, I know he will surely achieve greatness!" Arokodare, who joined Genk in the winter of 2023, has been in sensational form this season. The forward has continued to shine, amassing an impressive 31 goals and seven assists for the club. The 24-year-old was widely tipped for a call-up to the Nigerian national team during recent international windows. However, interim coach, Augustine Eguavoen, opted against selecting him, citing reasons why he believes it’s not yet the ideal time for Arokodare’s debut. Despite this, Eguavoen hinted that the Belgian league star remains a priority on the Super Eagles' scouting radar. Read also Ex-Napoli coach slams club president over Victor Osimhen's treatment Eguavoen speaks on coaching Nigeria Legit.ng earlier reported that interim coach, Eguavoen, discussed leading Nigeria through the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualification fixtures. The 59-year-old was asked about the possibility of continuing as interim manager, particularly given the NFF's slow progress in appointing a permanent head coach for the Super Eagles . Eguavoen, however, gave a diplomatic response to the question. Notably, the Nigerian team last had a permanent manager in June 2024. PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU ➡️ find the “Recommended for you” block on the home page and enjoy! Source: Legit.ng
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Morgan State hopes for end to recent skid with visit to MinnesotaPopcorn, in loose form, sold in movie theatres will continue to attract GST at a 5 per cent rate, same as in restaurants, government sources said. However, if the popcorn is clubbed and sold together with a movie ticket, the supply would be treated as a composite supply and taxed as per the applicable rate of the principal supply, which is the ticket. ET Year-end Special Reads Top 10 equity mutual funds of the year. Do you have any? How India flexed its global power muscles in 2024 2024 was the year India became the talk of America The 55th meeting of the GST Council clarified the GST applicability in popcorn after it received a request from Uttar Pradesh to clarify the classification and GST rate applicable to popcorn mixed with salt and spices. There has been no increase in the GST rate on popcorn. Popcorn is served to customers in theatres in loose form and hence will continue to attract a rate of 5 per cent as applicable to 'restaurant service' as long as supplied independently of the cinema exhibition service, according to the sources. Under GST, popcorn mixed with salt and spices is classified as namkeen and attracts a 5 per cent tax. When it is pre-packed and labelled, the rate is 12 per cent. 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Marc Cherry Promised to Never Kill Kathryn Joosten Off of “Desperate Housewives.” That Changed When She Was Diagnosed with CancerVoters in Ireland were more than usually busy in 2024, casting their ballot in five different polls – for two referenda in March, local and European ballots in June and a general election in November. The country’s political comings and goings were further punctuated by an emotional announcement in March from former premier Leo Varadkar that he was resigning as taoiseach and Fine Gael leader. He was succeeded the following month in both roles by Simon Harris. But the year had so much more to offer than just politics, and PA news agency photographers were on hand to capture some of the highlights.The rising wave of cybercrime in Telangana has reached alarming levels, with a 24% surge in cases reported under the Hyderabad Police Commissionerate this year. Across India, financial losses due to cybercrime have soared to a staggering ₹1,866 crore, with 114,174 cases registered nationwide. Majority of Private Employees in Hyderabad are Victims of CyberCrime , falling prey to scams like “investment fraud” and “digital arrest fraud.” Men, particularly private sector employees, are the most frequent victims, followed by businesspersons, homemakers, students, government employees, and farmers. Also Read: Majority of IT employees in Hyderabad are at risk of developing NCDs The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau’s 2024 annual report reveals concerning figures: Majority of Private Employees in Hyderabad constitute 56% of all cybercrime victims in Hyderabad. This group’s vulnerability stems from frequent online interactions, lack of cybersecurity awareness, and exposure to scams targeting their financial stability. Other demographics include: The impact of cybercrime is evident in several high-profile cases: Cybercriminals in Hyderabad employ sophisticated methods to target victims. The most common scams include: These scams not only result in financial losses but also erode trust in digital systems. The regions most affected by cybercrime in Telangana include: DCP D Kavita of the Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit emphasizes the ease with which fraudsters exploit minimal personal details like Aadhaar or phone numbers to access sensitive financial information. “By impersonating law enforcement, these criminals manipulate and intimidate victims into compliance,” she stated. Senior officials underscore the urgent need for public awareness and robust cybersecurity measures to counter these threats. Law enforcement agencies in Hyderabad have intensified their efforts to combat cybercrime: To tackle cybercrime effectively, experts recommend: The surge in cybercrime, particularly as Majority of Private Employees in Hyderabad are Victims of CyberCrime , poses a significant threat to both individuals and the economy. Addressing this challenge demands a unified approach, integrating robust law enforcement actions, public education, and enhanced digital security measures. Victims of cybercrime include older adults, who are targeted for their financial resources and lower tech literacy, often losing significant amounts to scams. Young adults under 25 are also common victims, falling prey to social engineering and online scams due to their digital habits. Businesses and organizations face threats like ransomware and data breaches, resulting in financial and reputational losses. Additionally, general internet users who neglect cybersecurity best practices, such as using weak passwords, are highly susceptible. Cybercriminals include black hat hackers, who exploit vulnerabilities for illegal activities, and organized crime groups, which conduct large-scale financial fraud and identity theft with high technical expertise. Insider threats, such as disgruntled employees, misuse access to company systems, while phishers and scammers use deceptive tactics like fake emails and websites to steal sensitive information. India reported over 740,000 cybercrime cases to the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) as of April 2024. A significant 85% of these cases involved online financial fraud, highlighting the urgency of improving digital security in the country. Cybercrime in India includes hacking, phishing, cyberbullying, online theft, and child solicitation, driven by rapid digitization. It is governed by the Information Technology Act, allowing victims to file complaints at cyber cells, though enforcement faces challenges due to unclear operational guidelines. Investigations involve collecting digital evidence and conducting search operations under legal provisions, but limited awareness among users continues to fuel rising cases.
Cipher Mining (NASDAQ:CIFR) Shares Gap Down – Here’s WhyHello Group Inc. ( NASDAQ:MOMO – Get Free Report ) saw some unusual options trading on Thursday. Stock investors acquired 7,730 call options on the company. This represents an increase of approximately 960% compared to the typical volume of 729 call options. Hello Group Stock Up 0.7 % Shares of NASDAQ:MOMO opened at $7.49 on Friday. Hello Group has a 52 week low of $4.79 and a 52 week high of $8.19. The company has a 50-day moving average price of $7.01 and a 200 day moving average price of $6.75. The company has a market cap of $1.09 billion, a P/E ratio of 7.72, a PEG ratio of 2.40 and a beta of 0.51. Analyst Ratings Changes A number of equities analysts have recently issued reports on MOMO shares. StockNews.com upgraded shares of Hello Group from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, November 27th. Bank of America lowered shares of Hello Group from a “buy” rating to an “underperform” rating in a research note on Wednesday, November 6th. Citigroup increased their target price on shares of Hello Group from $5.90 to $7.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Tuesday, December 10th. Jefferies Financial Group boosted their price target on Hello Group from $6.50 to $7.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, September 3rd. Finally, Benchmark decreased their price objective on Hello Group from $15.00 to $13.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, September 4th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, three have issued a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $8.25. Institutional Trading of Hello Group Several hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. BRIGHT VALLEY CAPITAL Ltd purchased a new position in Hello Group in the second quarter worth $22,553,000. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP grew its stake in shares of Hello Group by 20.6% during the 2nd quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 3,716,809 shares of the information services provider’s stock worth $22,736,000 after purchasing an additional 633,746 shares during the period. Blue Trust Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Hello Group by 472.1% in the 3rd quarter. Blue Trust Inc. now owns 3,873 shares of the information services provider’s stock valued at $29,000 after purchasing an additional 3,196 shares in the last quarter. UBS AM a distinct business unit of UBS ASSET MANAGEMENT AMERICAS LLC lifted its stake in shares of Hello Group by 105.9% in the third quarter. UBS AM a distinct business unit of UBS ASSET MANAGEMENT AMERICAS LLC now owns 21,030 shares of the information services provider’s stock valued at $160,000 after purchasing an additional 10,818 shares during the period. Finally, American Century Companies Inc. boosted its holdings in Hello Group by 22.6% during the second quarter. American Century Companies Inc. now owns 721,760 shares of the information services provider’s stock worth $4,417,000 after buying an additional 133,113 shares in the last quarter. 50.96% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. About Hello Group ( Get Free Report ) Hello Group Inc provides mobile-based social and entertainment services in the People's Republic of China. It operates in three segments: Momo, Tantan, and QOOL. The company offers Momo, a mobile application that connects people and facilitates social interactions based on location, interests, and various online recreational activities, including live talent shows, short videos, social games, as well as other video- and audio-based interactive experiences, such as online parties, mobile karaoke and user participated reality shows; Tantan, a social and dating application; and other applications under the Hertz, Soulchill, Duidui, and Tietie names. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Hello Group Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Hello Group and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Friend of Quebec man killed in Florida boat explosion says his sister also injured
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — 2024 was a brutal year for the Amazon rainforest, with rampant wildfires and extreme drought ravaging large parts of a biome that’s a critical counterweight to climate change. A warming climate fed drought that in turn fed the worst year for fires since 2005. And those fires contributed to deforestation, with authorities suspecting some fires were set to more easily clear land to run cattle. The Amazon is twice the size of India and sprawls across eight countries and one territory, storing vast amounts of carbon dioxide that would otherwise warm the planet. It has about 20% of the world’s fresh water and astounding biodiversity, including 16,000 known tree species. But governments have historically viewed it as an area to be exploited, with little regard for sustainability or the rights of its Indigenous peoples, and experts say exploitation by individuals and organized crime is rising at alarming rates. “The fires and drought experienced in 2024 across the Amazon rainforest could be ominous indicators that we are reaching the long-feared ecological tipping point,” said Andrew Miller, advocacy director at Amazon Watch, an organization that works to protect the rainforest. “Humanity’s window of opportunity to reverse this trend is shrinking, but still open.” There were some bright spots. The level of Amazonian forest loss fell in both Brazil and Colombia. And nations gathered for the annual United Nations conference on biodiversity agreed to give Indigenous peoples more say in nature conservation decisions. “If the Amazon rainforest is to avoid the tipping point, Indigenous people will have been a determinant factor,” Miller said. Wildfires and extreme drought Forest loss in Brazil’s Amazon — home to the largest swath of this rainforest — compared to the previous year, the lowest level of destruction in nine years. The improvement under leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva contrasted with deforestation that hit a 15-year high under Lula’s predecessor, far-right leader Jair Bolsonaro, who prioritized agribusiness expansion over forest protection and weakened environmental agencies. In July, Colombia in deforestation in 2023, driven by a drop in environmental destruction. The country’s environment minister Susana Muhamad warned that 2024’s figures may not be as promising as a significant rise in deforestation had already been recorded by July due to dry weather caused by El Nino, a weather phenomenon that warms the central Pacific. Illegal economies continue to drive deforestation in the Andean nation. “It’s impossible to overlook the threat posed by organized crime and the economies they control to Amazon conservation,” said Bram Ebus, a consultant for Crisis Group in Latin America. “Illegal gold mining is expanding rapidly, driven by soaring global prices, and the revenues of illicit economies often surpass state budgets allocated to combat them.” In Brazil, large swaths of the rainforest were from fires raging across the Amazon, Cerrado savannah, Pantanal wetland and the state of Sao Paulo. Fires are traditionally used for deforestation and for managing pastures, and those man-made blazes were largely responsible for igniting the wildfires. For a second year, the , leading some countries to declare a state of emergency and distribute food and water to struggling residents. The situation was most critical in Brazil, where one of the Amazon River’s main tributaries Cesar Ipenza, an environmental lawyer who lives in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, said he believes people are becoming increasingly aware of the Amazon’s fundamental role “for the survival of society as a whole.” But, like Miller, he worries about a “point of no return of Amazon destruction.” It was the worst year for Amazon fires since 2005, according to nonprofit Rainforest Foundation US. Between January and October, an area larger than the state of Iowa — 37.42 million acres, or about 15.1 million hectares of Brazil’s Amazon — burned. Bolivia had a record number of fires in the first ten months of the year. “Forest fires have become a constant, especially in the summer months and require particular attention from the authorities who don’t how to deal with or respond to them,” Ipenza said. Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and Guyana also saw a surge in fires this year. Indigenous voices and rights made headway in 2024 The United Nations conference on biodiversity — this year known as COP16 — was hosted by Colombia. The meetings put the Amazon in the spotlight and a historic agreement was made to give Indigenous groups more of , a development that builds on a growing movement to recognize Indigenous people’s role in protecting land and combating climate change. Both Ebus and Miller saw promise in the appointment of Martin von Hildebrand as the new secretary general for the Amazon Treaty Cooperation Organization, announced during COP16. “As an expert on Amazon communities, he will need to align governments for joint conservation efforts. If the political will is there, international backers will step forward to finance new strategies to protect the world’s largest tropical rainforest,” Ebus said. Ebus said Amazon countries need to cooperate more, whether in law enforcement, deploying joint emergency teams to combat forest fires, or providing health care in remote Amazon borderlands. But they need help from the wider world, he said. “The well-being of the Amazon is a shared global responsibility, as consumer demand worldwide fuels the trade in commodities that finance violence and environmental destruction,” he said. Next year marks a critical moment for the Amazon, as Belém do Pará in northern Brazil hosts the first United Nations COP in the region that will focus on climate. “Leaders from Amazon countries have a chance to showcase strategies and demand tangible support,” Ebus said. ___ The Associated Press’ climate and environmental coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations. AP is solely responsible for all content. 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It has been a banner year for the London stock exchange in some ways. The hit an all-time high, for example. But a mood of gloom pervades much of the City. The UK is struggling to attract or even hang onto some companies that think they could get higher valuations in other markets. That is reflected in valuations and, in some cases, dividend yields too. I reckon that actually offers a great opportunity for smart investors to take a thanks to the relatively cheap valuations of some FTSE 100 shares. How to build wealth over the long run in the stock market When it comes to building wealth through share ownership, there are basically two potential drivers. One is for shares to go up in price so that they can be sold for more than was originally paid for them. That price difference only matters when the shares are sold. So while holding them, an investor may have a paper loss or paper gain but that is all it is. The second method of wealth creation is through receiving dividends. Why low share prices can be good not bad news It might seem that a falling share price is bad news. But the price is just an indication of what an investor would pay to buy that share, or receive if they sell it. So I reckon a falling share price can be news if an investor has no plans to sell that share and the investment case is unchanged. It can offer an opportunity to buy more shares than previously with the same amount of money. Plus, dividend yields are a product of dividend per share and share price. If an investor buys a share for £1 with a 5p dividend, they will earn a 5% yield. But if that share halves in price and the dividend is maintained (something that is never guaranteed), the yield on offer to buyers becomes 10%, not 5%! Looking for bargains in the blue-chip index That brings me to the again. One share I own and have bought more of in the past week is ( ). Even at its current price, the JD Sports dividend yield of 1% does not excite me – there are far higher yields available from proven FTSE 100 firms. What excite me, however, is the valuation. I think it is far below what JD Sports could be worth in future. The retailer’s share has fallen 41% this year and trades for pennies. I think that reflects risks like weaker consumer spending hurting sales growth and profit margins. Several profit warnings this year have gone down like a lead bomb in the City. But JD Sports has a very strong brand, extensive international shop network, and large base of regular customers. Sales continue to grow. It is spending lots of growing its shop estate further – money that if it wanted to, it could just keep as current profit rather than trying to grow future profitability. What about the ? A market capitalisation of under £5bn looks like a potential bargain to me for a FTSE 100 company that – even after a profit warning last month – still expects full-year profit before tax and adjusting items to be at least £955m.Here’s what Apple’s 2025 might look likeCanadian ministers met Trump aides over tariff risks, immigration
Crypto Boom Incoming 6 Tokens Ready To Surge as Market RecoversThe 29-year-old is known to be an injury-prone player, however, 2024 has been devasting for the Englishman. Shaw has missed since February, which has left a lot of fans frustrated. The defender recently returned from knee and calf issues that plagued his 2024/25 campaign so far with the full-back making three appearances from the bench against Ipswich Town, Bodo/Glimt and Everton since his return to fitness – . His availability has not lasted long though as Shaw has now picked up another minor injury after the weekend, which will leave the Man United star out for weeks, reports . This is a devasting blow for the defender as he would have been hoping to return to Ruben Amorim’s starting 11 soon and it is hard not to feel sorry for the England international as . Shaw has taken to social media to express his frustrations over his most recent injury issue and it is clear how much of a blow this has been for the Man United player. Luke Shaw “absolutely devastated” with latest injury setback Follwing the news of his latest injury, Shaw took to social media to share his feelings with fans of Man United. “Hi guys, it’s hurting a lot having to write this as I really thought I had got through my recent struggles and was on a positive path going forward, but unfortunately I’ve had a small setback,” the left-back stated via . “I’ve been through a lot of ups and downs but this has definitely been my toughest period. I’m absolutely devastated and it’s extremely tough to come to terms with reality at this moment in time. “I understand there is going to be people frustrated, angry, disappointed and I understand all of that. There is no one feeling that more than me at this moment in time. “But what I can promise is I will do everything I can to come back better soon to help this club achieve its ambitions this season. Thank you to everyone for the support. It really doesn’t go unnoticed and I really do appreciate it.”