ALLEN PARK — The Detroit Lions made a move on Tuesday that would have seemed incomprehensible just two seasons ago. The Lions waived edge rusher James Houston, who had one of the best rookie seasons (2022) for an edge rusher in recent memory but has not returned to that form since. Asked why it didn’t work out in Detroit, Lions head coach Dan Campbell said, “It just didn’t.” “It just didn’t. We had James up for a number of games, came back off of injury, got back, and it just never quite worked out,” Campbell said. Houston, a sixth-round pick by Detroit in 2022, collected eight sacks in seven games during his rookie season and appeared to have a limitless ceiling on what he could become as a pass rusher in the following seasons. But he appeared to fall out of favor with the coaching staff as early as 2023 training camp — Detroit was unsuccessfully trying to turn him into a well-rounded outside linebacker that could play every down — then broke an ankle in Week 2 of that season while playing on special teams. He didn’t return until the NFC Championship game, where he had limited snaps (11) and didn’t make an impact on the stat sheet. In training camp before this season, the Lions continued to try to improve other parts of Houston’s game but eventually gave up on the experiment, allowing him to just focus on rushing the passer. He has 13 pressures and just one sack in 2024, even with there being a clear vacancy on the edge following several key injuries. This time two years ago, Houston was getting called up from the practice squad to make his NFL debut against the Buffalo Bills on Thanksgiving Day. Houston dazzled in front of a national television audience , sacking Bills quarterback Josh Allen twice as Detroit took Buffalo to the wire in a 28-25 loss that came on a last-second field goal. Now, before the Lions’ Thanksgiving Day game in 2024, the Lions have decided to move on. Houston hinted at the potential parting with a cryptic social media post on Monday night. He posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Live... Learn.. Move on” with a peace sign emoji. “Look, wish him the best of luck, and sometimes you just need a fresh start and this could be great for him, so, wish him the best,” Campbell said. Houston, 26, is just the third Brad Holmes draft pick to no longer be on the active roster or practice squad (Antoine Green, Chase Lucas).President-elect Donald Trump will likely return to office skeptical about NATO’s value and Europe’s contribution to its own security. Officials who worked directly with Trump in his first term are convinced that he has no qualms about reducing or even ending the United States’ commitment to the Alliance. But Trump will again be a transactional president who wants to demonstrate strength. With the proper initiatives, European allies can save the Alliance. These allies should start by focusing the June 2025 NATO Summit in The Hague on Europe’s strategic responsibilities, agreeing on ways that Europe can remove some of the United States’ defense burden. Major European powers are faced with flagging economic growth, weakened leadership, and Ukraine war-weariness. Therefore, much of the leadership burden will fall on new NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. He is up to the task. As a former center-right Dutch prime minister, Rutte is known to have a cordial relationship with Trump, and like Trump, he is a dealmaker. Ukraine will be first on the docket. Trump is pushing for a quick settlement that would probably result in continued Russian occupation of some Ukrainian land. Rutte has already stressed that the United States’ security interests lie in preventing a Russian victory. Europe should seek to shape Trump’s initiative accordingly. Whatever the terms of a ceasefire, key to lasting peace will be a solid Western commitment to long-term Ukrainian security. That should be Europe’s principal focus. Ideally, that would mean NATO membership for Ukraine. Europe should encourage that outcome, but Trump may resist. If so, the European Union (EU) could step up by prioritizing Ukrainian EU membership, which includes the somewhat weaker Article 42.7 defense commitment . It should also deploy European troops to Ukraine post-conflict to underscore its pending commitment and pledge to provide the majority of long-term military aid to Kyiv. The June 2025 NATO Summit itself can celebrate the fact that twenty-three of NATO’s thirty-two countries now meet the 2 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) defense spending goal. The Alliance needs to encourage the remaining nine to meet that goal soon, but it should also take the next big step. Chinese military spending—especially on naval assets, missiles, and nuclear weapons—is challenging the United States’ traditional military dominance in East Asia. The United States must respond to maintain deterrence in that region. To help with that, Europe needs to backfill in its own region. To do this, at its upcoming summit, NATO should agree to raise the 2 percent goal, perhaps to 3 percent of GDP by the end of the decade. Should Trump abandon the United Sates’ NATO commitment, that would present an absolute minimum European defense spending level. But pledging it in advance could keep the United States in the Alliance. Trump could take credit while NATO gets stronger. Moreover, the new defense spending goal should be targeted on specific defense requirements. One requirement could be the development of adequate European forces to meet the supreme allied commander Europe’s new defense plans for the continent. A second requirement could be the purchase of enough so-called enablers to meet massive European shortfalls in this area. Such enablers include strategic lift, air-to-air refueling, modern operational intelligence, communications, and command and control. Each of these is essential to credible modern deterrence and, if that fails, to fighting a war. A third requirement should be building additional European naval assets that would allow the United States to swing many of its naval forces to Asia without degrading NATO’s defenses. Meeting these defense requirements would entail enhanced European defense industrial cooperation and innovation. This would be a job for the EU, but programs should be designed in such a way that US defense firms and their technology are not excluded. These budgetary steps should be augmented by larger enhanced forward deployment of European troops. Currently, there are NATO enhanced forward deployments in eight of NATO’s frontline countries. But the size of these forces is generally small—battalion-sized battle groups of about one thousand troops each. Some, like the one in Lithuania, have been upgraded to continuous brigade-sized groups, or up to about five thousand soldiers each. All eight of these should be fully upgraded to the brigade level, provided with long-range artillery and air defenses, and augmented with prepositioned stocks for future reinforcements. The US contribution would be to further upgrade its presence in Poland. At the global level, the June summit should establish a new division of responsibility among NATO, the EU, and the United States. This could further lighten the US burden. NATO’s prime responsibility would be defense of its treaty area. The EU might take prime responsibility for conflicts to its south, primarily in Africa. Security in the Middle East might be a joint national responsibility with a US lead, as it has been in the Red Sea. This transatlantic division of strategic responsibility should extend to Asia, with new steps taken at The Hague. Previous summits have moved NATO in this direction, and North Korea’s recent combat role in the Ukraine war further underlines the linkage between European and Asian security. While the United States would bear the principal responsibility of supporting its Asian allies against attack, Europe can do more to enhance deterrence there. NATO would not extend its Article 5 commitment to Asia. But by continuing Asian participation in NATO summits, creating new NATO liaison offices in Asia, warning China about the dire consequences of invading Taiwan, and participating in more freedom-of-navigation exercises with the United States, European countries can contribute more to the US effort to deter war in Asia. Eventually, Europe may also need to address the ten-fold nuclear imbalance between Russia and Europe. It was the US strategic nuclear deterrent that kept the peace during the Cold War. Should the United States’ nuclear umbrella be withdrawn from Europe as part of a US withdrawal from NATO, Europe’s two nuclear powers, Britain and France, may need to reconsider their current minimal-deterrent posture. Without the US nuclear umbrella, Europe would be more vulnerable to Russian nuclear blackmail. This is likely to be a back-room discussion at The Hague. This agenda for The Hague summit is a tall order. This will be especially true if the United Sates and Europe are in a trade war triggered by the new tariffs promised by Trump. But the security stakes are exceedingly high. It’s time for Europe to step up, play the enhanced security role that it should play, and save NATO in the process. Hans Binnendijk served as National Security Council senior director for defense policy in the Clinton administration and as director of the Institute for National Strategic Studies at the National Defense University. He is a distinguished fellow at the Atlantic Council. Timo Koster served as director of defense policy and capabilities at NATO and was ambassador-at-large for security policy and cyber for the Netherlands. He is a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Scowcroft Center.Man City crisis continues as Feyenoord come from three down to drawSaturday, November 23, 2024 Telangana’s Forest Minister, Konda Surekha, has urged officials to adopt a scientific and sustainable approach to eco-tourism development. In a recent review meeting with the Forest Department and allied agencies, she emphasized the importance of balancing tourism growth with forest conservation efforts. Plans are underway to enhance eco-tourism at prime locations, including: The Telangana Forest Development Corporation (TGFDC) is leading efforts to transform these areas into eco-tourism hubs, providing unique nature-based experiences while maintaining ecological balance. TGFDC has outlined several infrastructure enhancements, including: Additionally, the department has identified 18 potential eco-tourism circuits for phased development across the state. All projects will prioritize eco-friendly infrastructure, such as sustainable lodging, renewable energy systems, and green transportation, ensuring strict adherence to wildlife and forest protection laws. Minister Konda Surekha highlighted the importance of involving local communities in eco-tourism projects. “Empowering local communities is key to fostering responsibility towards forest preservation and biodiversity conservation,” she stated. This approach aims to ensure that local populations benefit economically and socially while contributing to conservation efforts. The Amrabad and Kawal tiger reserves were identified as flagship eco-tourism destinations. Activities such as safaris, trekking, and community-based conservation initiatives will position these reserves as major attractions for eco-conscious travelers. The minister called for public awareness campaigns to educate tourists and locals about the importance of forest preservation. By promoting responsible tourism, the state seeks to safeguard its rich biodiversity while fostering a thriving eco-tourism sector. With these initiatives, Telangana aims to establish itself as a premier destination for eco-tourism, attracting travelers who value sustainability and environmental conservation. This comprehensive plan reflects the state’s commitment to developing tourism that supports both nature and communities.
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Andy Murray is to take over as coach for his old rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open. Here, the PA news agency looks at the seven Grand Slam finals contested by the pair. Murray turned in a poor performance in Melbourne, failing at the third attempt to win a set in a Grand Slam final as Djokovic broke serve seven times and hit six aces to claim a comprehensive win 6-4 6-2 6-3. “You had an unbelievable tournament and deserved to win,” the Scot said in reference to his opponent. “I look forward to playing against you in the future.” It took five sets for Murray to claim his first Grand Slam title, becoming the first British man to achieve the feat since Fred Perry in 1936. The final clocked in at four hours and 54 minutes as Murray prevailed 7-6 (10) 7-5 2-6 3-6 6-2 to end a wait of 287 tournaments in British male tennis for a victory. “I want to congratulate Andy on his first grand slam, he thoroughly deserves it,” said Djokovic. “I really tried my best. I gave it my all. It was a tremendous match.” Congrats @DjokerNole . Incredible athlete. Perfect gentleman. #ausopen — judy murray (@JudyMurray) January 27, 2013 Murray was dogged by injury in Melbourne with a heavily strapped right foot and a tight hamstring as Djokovic fought back from a set down to land a third consecutive Australian Open title, 6-7 (2) 7-6 (3) 6-3 6-2. “His record here is incredible,” said Murray. ”Very few people have managed to do what he has done, a deserved champion.” Murray ended a 77-year wait for a British men’s victory at Wimbledon by defeating his old foe 6-4, 7-5, 6-4 in SW19, serving emphatically with nine aces and only two double faults to throw off the weight of history. The Scot had been 4-1 down in the second set as the match threatened to slip away from him and with it the chance to cement his place in tennis folklore, but having wasted three championship points he finally sealed the deal when Djokovic drove into the net with his final shot. A post shared by Novak Djokovic (@djokernole) Djokovic triumphed 7-6 (5) 6-7 (4) 6-3 6-0 and after the 24 matches and five grand slam finals the pair had played against each other across nine years, the Serb had established a 16-8 overall lead and 3-2 in slam finals. “Success is being happy,” said Murray. “It’s not about winning every single tournament you play, because that isn’t possible.” What a journey. Really grateful for everything. I'll keep working hard. Love is the key! pic.twitter.com/CrT7TYRL3O — Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) January 31, 2016 The Serb landed a fourth win over Murray in Australian Open finals and his 11th in 12 matches to land his 11th major title, whilst the Scot made it five consecutive final losses in Melbourne, a new record in the Open era. “I feel like I’ve been here before,” said Murray after a 6-1 7-5 7-6 (3) loss. “Congratulations Novak, six Australian Opens, an incredible feat, and incredible consistency the last year.” "This is something that’s so rare in tennis... it’s gonna take a long time for it to happen again" Andy to Novak ❤️ pic.twitter.com/LN7dW8ZJED — Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 5, 2016 This was Murray’s first final at Roland Garros but it brought a familiar conclusion as Djokovic triumphed against him for the fifth time in seven Grand Slam finals. The 3-6 6-1 6-2 6-4 success was a first win for the Serb in Paris and saw him hold all four slams simultaneously. Murray went on to win Wimbledon the following month and was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year but, addressing Djokovic in Paris, said: “This is his day today. What he’s achieved the last 12 months is phenomenal, winning all four of the grand slams in one year is an amazing achievement.”
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. The Scottish Government announced that all 31 Health and Social Care Partnerships have now signed up to a programme which supports people experiencing distress. The Distress Brief Intervention (DBI) service was first launched as a pilot seven years ago and provides support to people who present to emergency services or in primary care settings in a distressed state. Since its introduction, more than 75,000 people have been given support as the programme aims to offer people an initial call within 24 hours. They are then provided with up to two weeks of one-to-one support with a specially trained practitioner to help address issues which might be contributing to their distress. Frontline staff in Police Scotland, Scottish Ambulance Service, Accident and Emergency Departments, Primary Care and NHS24 can refer people who present to them in emotional distress. Around 1,700 police officers are now trained to signpost and refer people experiencing mental health distress to the right agency which can provide support. Assistant Chief Constable Catriona Paton said: “Policing is often the first response when people need help. Our mission is to keep people safe and we’ll always respond to threat, harm and risk to ensure public safety. “Our involvement in mental health incidents and supporting vulnerable people has a significant impact on this organisation and is beyond where policing should be. That’s not the best support for those who need help and it’s not delivering best value for the public. “DBI enables trained officers to identify when someone needs support and signpost them to the right service, allowing them to redirect to tackling threat, harm and risk and preventing crime.” Kirstie McCulloch, who received support and now works for DBI said: “I was experiencing severe panic attacks, anxiety, and depression, due to the Covid lockdowns. “NHS 24 helped me when I had a severe panic attack, and I came off the call feeling less distressed. I still needed some support, so I was referred to the DBI service, which in my local area is run by SAMH. “I was a little unsure initially, but the support was invaluable. By the end of the two-week service, I felt I had a better perspective on how to move forward. “I asked my practitioner how they came into the role, and I knew this was something I would like to do for others. “In the 18 months I have worked here, I have delivered compassionate support and helped people get back on their feet. I get huge satisfaction from this role.” Public Health Minister Jenni Minto said: “In developing our world leading DBI programme over 75,000 people across Scotland have received the right support at the right time and in the right place. “This innovative referral pathway and collaborative approach has helped reduce pressures in the Scottish Ambulance Service, A&E and Police Scotland, allowing frontline staff to focus on other responsibilities. “By investing £24m in the programme since 2016, the Scottish Government has ensured a Scotland-wide approach has been taken to help people cope when they are in a distressed state. It is clear that this help provided to people is invaluable.” Professor Rory O’Connor, Professor of Health Psychology at University of Glasgow, said: “DBI is an incredible achievement. Tens of thousands of people in distress have received immediate, compassionate support since its launch in 2017. “DBI is a remarkable team effort by colleagues up and down the country, driven by the shared purpose of delivering compassionate, connected support to people when they need it. I am so proud to be involved in this world-leading mental health intervention.” Get all the latest news from around the country Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Chinese film about Covid-19 wins Taiwan's top Golden Horse prizesNBC Sports makes its first foray into doing alternate broadcast on Saturday when it puts the matchup between the and into the realm of the Madden video game universe. The Madden altcast will be streamed on Peacock with the main broadcast airing on NBC, beginning at 1 p.m. EST. It is the first time NBC has done an alternate broadcast of an NFL game. CBS has done at least one game since the 2020 season, while ESPN/ABC have the “ManningCast” as well as animated presentations featuring “ ” and “ .” Amazon Prime Video also has “Prime Vision with Next Gen Stats” during “Thursday Night Football.” “It’s ironic that you want to make the video game as much as actual live play as possible and now you are doing the opposite of trying to make the real game look like the video game,” said Josh Helmrich, the NFL's senior director of media and Next Gen Stats. The altcast on Peacock will blend video game elements — such as Madden 25 graphics, route trees, player cards, button icons on eligible receivers and player ratings — with live action. GenuisIQ will provide real-time data via the league’s Next Gen Stats. There will also be times when animations from the video game — such as touchdown celebrations — will be used instead of live action. NBC has used the “Sunday Night Football” games the last two weeks as test broadcasts to make sure all the technology was working as well as build cohesion in the studio in Stamford, Connecticut, with the announcers doing the game. Paul Burmeister will handle the play-by-play with Madden NFL expert Kurt Benkert and six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Chad Ochocinco providing commentary. Ochocinco will serve as a real-time player “ratings adjuster.” Henry Leverette, who won the Ultimate Madden Bowl championship ring in February, will also be part of the broadcast. Burmeister noted earlier this week that there will be more hard core football schematic chess match talk on the altcast compared to what might happen on a traditional football broadcast. “I’m really excited to toe that line and weave this in to show how much parallel the game has to the real game itself,” Benkert said. “I think will resonate really well with the younger audience and with people that are used to seeing it in the video game that way.” While the Madden video game is known for the high camera view above the quarterback, that will be used only for replays or to show formations before plays. The traditional sideline camera will be used the most since that better shows route trees and other features most associated with the game. In an added twist, Ochocinco will be able to adjust a player's rating depending on what happens during the game. The Texans (9-5) have clinched the AFC South while the AFC West champion Chiefs (13-1) are looking to remain the conference's top seed. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce were two of only six players to begin the season with 99 overall ratings in the Madden game. Houston's highest-rated players in Madden are offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (95) and running back Joe Mixon (93). Eleven players on the Texans and Chiefs rosters have a Madden rating above 90. The Madden altcast also takes on personal meaning for NBC Sports Executive Producer of NFL Fred Gaudelli, who was Madden's producer during the final seven years of his broadcast career. Madden joined ABC's “Monday Night Football” in 2002 before Madden and Gaudelli moved to NBC for the start of “Sunday Night Football” in 2006. “The one thing John held fast is you couldn't put something in the video game that you couldn't do in a real game,” Gaudelli said. “I had some memorable times picking his brain about the advent of the video game and what led him to it. He has been foremost in my mind as we’ve all tried to strategize what this should look like on Saturday.” ___ AP NFL: Joe Reedy, The Associated Press