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phl777 Seymour is American’s chief operating officer, which means he oversees flight and airport operations for a carrier that figures to make about 6,500 flights a day between now and New Year’s Day. A West Point graduate and former U.S. Army infantry officer, Seymour joined America West Airlines in 1999. America West became US Airways, then merged with American in 2013. Seymour has held a variety of operations-related jobs and was promoted to his current post in 2020. Seymour spoke with The Associated Press recently about managing huge passenger numbers during the holidays and preventing people from getting on a plane before their boarding group is called. The answers have been edited for length and clarity. Q. How are you going to make sure American flights run on time during the holidays? A: There are many thousands of people running the airline every day. My job, honestly, over this period isn’t so much about managing the chaos, it’s managing really all the challenges, and we’ll call it the headwinds that come our way. And I would say the vast majority of those are the uncontrollable. Q. Such as? A: What’s going on the (air-traffic control) system around us. If there weren’t weather that we have to deal with and other complications that sometimes arise, running an airline would be pretty easy. Q. How will you recover from disruptions? A: Before the pandemic, we would have a big storm in the DFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) area or the Charlotte (North Carolina) area, and it would take us a couple of days (to recover). We set about coming through the pandemic and coming out that we are going to recover better than any carrier out there. Q. And how will you do that? A: By anticipating the weather. My team looks out constantly at what the weather is, looking at multiple weather forecasts to understand what’s coming, what could it do, and how are we prepared for that. Q. How much do you learn from big cancellation events? And how much do you learn from meltdowns at other airlines? A: The team here, they do an after-action review. We will look at it and say, ‘What could we have done better?’ And we archive that information. Now, to your other question about competitors. I’m not inside the other competitors’ operations centers and looking at how they do that. Their networks are set up differently than ours. We do ask ourselves, ‘OK, if something similar were to happen to us, what would we do?’ Q. With Christmas travel, what what are the big things you’re looking for? Is it weather? Air-traffic control problems? A: Weather is always a tough thing to predict. That’s really going to be one of the largest things because it has the potential for having the most impact. Controller-wise, we stay in touch with (the Federal Aviation Administration). We have a team out here that is in constant communication with the FAA, looking at what’s happening in the system, and we’re building contingency plans if they think there are going to be some challenges. Q. You need to deice planes. A: The only difference between summer and now is we have to deal with winter weather in some locations. So, deicing. But we’re ready for that. The technology we have right now with the deicing vehicles ... we’ve been able to reduce our throughput time on deicing by half and still meeting all the requirements that we need to in terms of adequately deicing the aircraft, but having one person do it. Q. Are the delays in deliveries of new planes from Boeing affecting your holiday season planning? A: No. Boeing needs to be successful, they need to be able to deliver quality aircraft, but we haven’t built our schedule for the holiday period that is dependent on getting any deliveries. We have enough buffer built in. Q. American recently expanded the rollout of technology to catch people who try to board the plane before their boarding group is called. What went into that decision? A: Our frequent and premium travelers look at (the technology to catch line-jumpers) as a benefit of being loyal to American Airlines. It’s a huge plus for our gate agents because they do like order.

SOUTH EASTON, Mass. (AP) — Louie Semona's 22 points helped Stonehill defeat New Hampshire 90-83 on Sunday. Semona also added six rebounds for the Skyhawks (7-7). Chas Stinson scored 16 points while going 6 of 10 and 4 of 5 from the free-throw line and added five assists and three steals. Josh Morgan shot 4 of 8 from the field, including 0 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line to finish with 12 points. Sami Pissis finished with 20 points for the Wildcats (2-12). Khalil Badru added 15 points for New Hampshire. Giancarlo Bastianoni also put up 14 points and 12 rebounds. The loss was the Wildcats' sixth in a row. Stonehill's next game is Sunday against Lafayette on the road, and New Hampshire visits Iowa on Monday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Meet the Beaten-Down Biotech Stock Cathie Wood Loves and Wall Street Says May Soar More than 65%

Last week, four days short of the one-year anniversary of a multi-vehicle crash that claimed the life of one teammate and caused catastrophic injuries to two others, members of the Thompson Rivers University men’s volleyball team and their families were struggling with news that the man who caused the crash at a busy Kamloops, B.C., intersection would not face criminal charges. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * Last week, four days short of the one-year anniversary of a multi-vehicle crash that claimed the life of one teammate and caused catastrophic injuries to two others, members of the Thompson Rivers University men’s volleyball team and their families were struggling with news that the man who caused the crash at a busy Kamloops, B.C., intersection would not face criminal charges. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? Last week, four days short of the one-year anniversary of a multi-vehicle crash that claimed the life of one teammate and caused catastrophic injuries to two others, members of the Thompson Rivers University men’s volleyball team and their families were struggling with news that the man who caused the crash at a busy Kamloops, B.C., intersection would not face criminal charges. Two of Manitobans on that team, Winnipeg’s Ethan Olfert and Steinbach’s Hudson Rempel, head coach Pat Hennelly and the father of one of victims, a retired RCMP officer, have spoken out — dumbfounded by the Crown’s decision to ignore police recommendations for criminal charges and go with less serious traffic act charges. On Nov. 29, 2023, a truck approached an intersection near the TRU campus and struck several trees before landing on top of a vehicle carrying TRU players — Owyn McInnis, Riley Brinnen and Owen Waterhouse — who were making a lunch run before practice and waiting at a red light. Owen Waterhouse McInnis was killed while Brinnen and Waterhouse were hospitalized. Colval Shaquille Abbinett, 29, has been charged with one count of driving without due care and attention and another for driving without reasonable consideration. Both are offences under the B.C. Motor Vehicle Act. “I was preparing to be disappointed but when that (news) came out, it was like just another level of disappointment,” said Rempel this week from Kamloops where he is in his second season as a libero with the WolfPack. “It was just shocking how someone could get away with something so horrible and just get a slap on the wrist.” Olfert, who has retired from U Sports volleyball and moved home to attend the University of Winnipeg this fall, was similarly outraged. “Hearing that news last week, I think, just brought back a lot of the emotions that were there when the accident happened, which was tough,” said Olfert, who was Brinnen’s roommate at school. “I’m sure it was just as hard for those guys. It’s been so hard to move on from all of this... “It just doesn’t seem to add up to me. I think the consequences that Riley and Owen Waterhouse have faced from this and then obviously Owyn passing away, yeah, it really doesn’t seemed to add up.” The Crown told families in a Zoom call on Nov. 25 that they were only proceeding with the motor vehicle act charges against Abbinett. Owyn McInnis “It took a while for some of the families to wrap their head around what that was but for myself and others, it was instant disbelief, anger,” said Riley’s father Chris Brinnen from Coldstream, B.C. “Just knowing a bit of information we got about how this guy was driving on that day. “They can’t look at the consequences when it comes to finding a likelihood of conviction, but this is a guy that chose to speed in the middle the day, right beside university grounds on a busy roadway with businesses and a daycare right there, to the point where to avoid traffic, he’s up on the sidewalk taking out trees.” Riley Brinnen suffered a permanent spinal cord injury but has been able to return to school where he is serving as an assistant to head coach Hennelly. He uses a wheelchair but leg braces also permit him to use a four-wheel walker. Waterhouse, meanwhile, sustained a serious brain injury. Chris Brinnen, a 25-year RCMP veteran, is hoping that appeals to government representatives and additional media coverage will lead to criminal charges. Investigators concluded no alcohol, drugs or mechanical issues were involved. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. “The RCMP here forwarded three counts of criminal code charges — the dangerous operation causing bodily harm, two counts of that and dangerous operation causing death,” said Brinnen. “The Crown here just chose to disregard those recommendations and go with a traffic offence, when all they’re required to prove is that he was in the vehicle and that the way he was driving was, in quotes, a marked departure from how you and I would drive on that day.” Abbinett will appear in provincial court on Dec. 23. Riley Brinnen “The word is getting out, which is great,” said Hennelly. “We’re obviously trying to spread the word for letter campaigns and try to shine as much light on this, in the hopes that we can get a review of the case. “We believe, ultimately, the Crown counsel has to answer for this, and under freedom of information, (Chris Brinnen) applied to get the police report released. That doesn’t happen overnight, and then, obviously, some parts are gonna be redacted.” mike.sawatzky@freepress.mb.ca Mike Sawatzky is a sports reporter at the . He has been working at the newspaper since 2003. . Every piece of reporting Mike produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the ‘s tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about , and . Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Mike Sawatzky is a sports reporter at the . He has been working at the newspaper since 2003. . Every piece of reporting Mike produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the ‘s tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about , and . Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Advertisement AdvertisementNEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against ASML Holding N.V. ASML and certain of the Company's senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. 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CONOR McGregor was found by a civil trial jury to have raped and assaulted Nikita Hand. And supporters of the victim have now called for the DPP to reinvestigate the case . The stony-faced multi-millionaire UFC star had nothing to say as he left the High Court in Dublin city centre after the verdict . The jury awarded almost €250,000 in damages to hair colourist Nikita , who said she was “brutally” raped and “battered” by the mixed martial arts star in a Dublin hotel penthouse six years ago. A crying and shaking Ms Hand bowed her head and listened to the verdict surrounded by family, supporters and her boyfriend. McGregor bowed his head and remained seated upon hearing the jury’s decision. However, despite saying nothing as he left the court, the “disappointed” dad-of-four later vowed to appeal the judgment of the jury. He posted on social media : “I will be appealing today’s decision. “The judge’s instruction and the modest award given was for assault, not for aggravated or exemplary damages. “I am disappointed that the jury did not hear all the evidence that the DPP reviewed. I am with my family now, focused on my future.” Ms Hand is to be awarded €60,000 in general damages and €188,000 in special damages, totalling €248,000, said Mr Justice Alexander Owens. The court has already been told that ‘special’, or medical damages, have been agreed by both sides. The jury of eight women and four men found former hairdresser Ms Hand had been assaulted by the UFC fighter following the three-week civil trial. A second man, James Lawrence , of Rafter’s Road, Drimnagh, Dublin , did not assault Ms Hand, the jury found. The judge sent the jury out to begin their deliberations just after 3pm on Thursday, before sending them home after around an hour. They resumed at 10am today before announcing a verdict after six hours and ten minutes. During the three-week trial , McGregor took the stand in his own defence , telling the jury that he had “consensual” sex with Nikita Hand, which he described as “enthusiastic, athletic, prolonged and vigorous” and carried out in a “multitude” of positions. Ms Hand alleged that McGregor - once the highest-earning sports person in the world - “brutally raped and battered” her in the hotel penthouse six years ago. She said McGregor wouldn’t take no for an answer, pinned her down and choked her three times before raping her, leaving her with bruising. The next morning she had to have a tampon removed by a doctor in hospital using a forceps. The doctor described her as having a multitude of injuries which he categorised as “moderate to severe”. Ms Hand sought damages from McGregor and James Lawrence arising from the events of December 9, 2018, at the Beacon Hotel. Mr Lawrence claimed that he twice had consensual sex with Ms Hand after McGregor left the hotel. Ms Hand had said that Mr Lawrence’s claim of consensual sex was “lies”. Both McGregor and Mr Lawrence denied the allegations. Ms Hand said she only discovered Mr Lawrence’s claim that he had sex with her when the defendant gave a statement to gardai as a witness to events on the night. Mr Lawrence was found not to have assaulted Ms Hand. McGregor sat with fiancee Dee Devlin , family and supporters towards the rear of the court today in what was his partner’s first appearance at the three-week trial. Ms Devlin and the former fighter’s mum Margaret sat alongside McGregor in court as the panel delivered their ruling. The sport star’s father Tony, sister Aoife and his brother-in-law, Terry Kavanagh, who is married to Conor’s sister, Erin, also turned up at the High Court for the verdict. Reacting to the decision, Daithi Doolan, the Sinn Fein councillor who lives in Drimnagh which neighbours McGregor’s native Crumlin, said the “overwhelming majority” of the community and the country stand by Nikita. By Cate McCurry, PA WHAT started as a fun night out for a Christmas work party, ended six years later inside the High Court in Dublin, with Nikita Hand winning her case against Conor McGregor. The Dublin woman and the Irish sports star knew each other from growing up in the same area of south-west Dublin and socialising in similar circles. Throughout the three-week civil case, McGregor and Ms Hand sat feet away from each other inside the small Court 24. The mother-of-one sat next to her partner, Gary, for each of the 12 days of the case – he often had his arm around her as the court heard details of McGregor’s version of events. While the mixed martial arts fighter described the mood throughout their time in the penthouse suite as “happy” and “playful” and “full of energy”, Ms Hand spoke of feeling afraid for her life. At one point as he gave evidence, McGregor leaned into the microphone and said Ms Hand’s character was someone who was “joyed and excited” and “having a good night”. He recalled the night in detail, telling the court his “story never weaned”. McGregor said he was shocked when Ms Hand went to police about what had happened in room 715 of the now-closed Beacon Hotel, that he had wanted to take a microphone to the top of the mountains to shout about his version of events. Ms Hand gave evidence for two-and-a-half days, her voice shaking as she told the jury she had struggled to break free from McGregor, how she had been attacked, and how she thought she would never see her young daughter again. She tightened her hand around tissues and at times she was reminded to speak up and into the microphone as her voice became barely audible. The sharply divergent accounts of what happened on December 9 2018 were laid out before the jury. “One side or the other is telling lies,” Justice Alexander Owens told the panel. The court was packed with members of the public every day of the case, with some people attending almost every day. On one occasion, Justice Owens ordered those who could not get a seat in the upstairs gallery to leave. He reminded them that courts did not have to accommodate every person who wanted to watch proceedings. Members of the public squeezed into the public balcony to hear what all parties had to say. Among those seated in the public gallery was a man with his young son dressed in his school uniform, others had shopping bags, while some took packed lunches – pensioners and teenagers sat side-by-side. People in the front row of the public balcony could be seen leaning over the edge of the rails to look down at McGregor, who sat directly below them. Sitting next to McGregor was his father, Tony McGregor, who was in court every day, including during the few hours his son said he could not attend due to an “upset stomach”. For the most part, McGregor stared straight ahead, sometimes glancing to his left where the jury sat. On Friday, he was accompanied in court by his partner Dee Devlin, his parents, sister, brother-in-law and niece. His mother rubbed his arm as they waited for the jury to return their verdicts. John Gordon, senior counsel for Ms Hand, had previously told the jury that they had been subjected to “arrogant, distasteful, dishonest testimony” by the Irish sportsman. In his closing speech earlier this week, Mr Gordon described McGregor’s alleged behaviour as “savage, coward and devious”. He said McGregor had colluded with his friend James Lawrence to concoct a story that they had had consensual sex with the hairdresser in the penthouse. McGregor, who is reported to be worth around €190 million, will now have to pay out more than €248,603.60, not including legal costs. Speaking outside court, Ms Hand said: “I want to show Freya (Ms Hand’s daughter) and every other girl and boy that you can stand up for yourself if something happens to you – no matter who the person is – and justice will be served.” Ms Hand lived in Drimnagh earlier this year, but moved after her home was invaded by masked men in June. Mr Doolin said she was “brave” and hoped the case outcome brought her some vindication and closure to a “very traumatic experience for her”. He told The Irish Sun: “We need to remember that behind all the hype and the headline is a woman who’s been traumatized and I hope that she’s able to move on with her life to some extent. “I think the overwhelming majority of people in Drimnagh — I live in Drimnagh, I’m a resident — and indeed people right across Ireland, supported her and are glad that she can hopefully now move on and deal with that trauma. “Because I’m sure the fire going to the DPP and coming back and then her having to take a civil action is very deeply traumatic for herself and her loved ones and I hope they can now get peace.” Ms Hand told the trial she felt “absolutely devastated and let down” when the DPP told her that no criminal prosecution would be taken against McGregor. She sought a review, but the DPP’s decision was upheld. Its director reviewed the file and said that the case was very complex and there was no reasonable prospect of conviction for either McGregor or Lawrence, who was not found liable today. Doolan said: “Obviously the threshold is very different, both for the DPP and the civil case. “I think if there’s an avenue open to the DPP, well then I would encourage them to go down that avenue. But I’m not a legal expert. I can only judge on the evidence presented to me. “I know the evidence that the DPP is slightly different than a civil case but it doesn’t detract from the fact that she has got justice.” Mr Doolin added: “She’s been vindicated and I hope she can move on with her life and deal with that trauma.” The threshold in a criminal case is higher than a civil case. In criminal matters, a jury must be satisfied beyond reasonable doubt while in a civil case, it is on the balance of probabilities.

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ALPINE, Texas (AP) — Three U.S. Army soldiers at Fort Cavazos, Texas, have been arrested on human smuggling charges, U.S. Attorney Jaime Esparza for the Western District of Texas said Thursday. Soldiers Emilio Mendoza Lopez, Angel Palma, 20, and Enrique Jauregui, 25, were arrested after a vehicle allegedly driven by Palma and carrying Mendoza Lopez, a Mexican national and two Guatemalan nationals was stopped Nov. 27 by law enforcement in Presidio along the border with Mexico, about 500 miles (805 kilometers) southwest of Dallas. Mike Lahrman, a spokesman for Esparza, said he did not know the soldier’s ranks or whether action had been taken against them by the military. A spokesman for Fort Cavazos did not immediately respond to a request for comment. “Mendoza Lopez and Palma allegedly traveled from Fort Cavazos to Presidio for the purpose of picking up and transporting undocumented noncitizens,” Esparza said in a statement. “Jauregui is alleged to be the recruiter and facilitator of the human smuggling conspiracy,” according to Esparza. “Data extracted from Palma’s phone through a search warrant revealed messages between the three soldiers indicating collaboration in the smuggling operation.” Related Articles National News | White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaign National News | Powell: Fed’s independence from politics is vital to its interest rate decisions National News | US senators grill airline officials about fees for seats and checked bags National News | California ranks No. 9 for economic ‘balance’ between bosses and workers National News | Shooter kills UnitedHealthcare CEO in New York ambush, pedals into Central Park Mendoza Lopez was arrested at the scene of the Nov. 27 traffic stop while Palma, who prosecutors said fled the scene of the traffic stop, and Jauregui were arrested Tuesday at Fort Cavazos, about 125 miles (201 kilometers) south of Dallas, Lahrman said. Mendoza Lopez’s attorney, Shane Chriesman, said he is awaiting more information, known as discovery, from prosecutors on the charge. “Once I get discovery and have a chance to assess the case we’ll develop a plan of attack” and will try to get a bond set for Mendoza Lopez, who is currently jailed without bail, Chriesman said. No attorneys are listed in jail records who could speak for for Palma and Jauregui, who are awaiting their first court appearance on Friday, according to Esparza.Some quotations from Jimmy Carter: We have a tendency to exalt ourselves and to dwell on the weaknesses and mistakes of others. I have come to realize that in every person there is something fine and pure and noble, along with a desire for self-fulfillment. Political and religious leaders must attempt to provide a society within which these human attributes can be nurtured and enhanced. — from 1975 book “Why Not the Best?” Our government can express the highest common ideals of human beings — if we demand of government true standards of excellence. At this Bicentennial time of introspection and concern, we must demand such standards. — “Why Not the Best?” I am a Southerner and an American, I am a farmer, an engineer, a father and husband, a Christian, a politician and former governor, a planner, a businessman, a nuclear physicist, a naval officer, a canoeist, and among other things a lover of Bob Dylan’s songs and Dylan Thomas’s poetry. — “Why Not the Best?” Christ said, “I tell you that anyone who looks on a woman with lust has in his heart already committed adultery.” I’ve looked on a lot of women with lust. I’ve committed adultery in my heart many times. This is something that God recognizes I will do — and I have done it — and God forgives me for it. But that doesn’t mean that I condemn someone who not only looks on a woman with lust but who leaves his wife and shacks up with somebody out of wedlock. — Interview, November 1976 Playboy. This inauguration ceremony marks a new beginning, a new dedication within our Government, and a new spirit among us all. A President may sense and proclaim that new spirit, but only a people can provide it. — Inaugural address, January 1977. It’s clear that the true problems of our nation are much deeper — deeper than gasoline lines or energy shortages, deeper even than inflation and recession. ... All the legislation in the world can’t fix what’s wrong with America. ... It is a crisis of confidence. — So-called “malaise” speech, July 1979. But we know that democracy is always an unfinished creation. Each generation must renew its foundations. Each generation must rediscover the meaning of this hallowed vision in the light of its own modern challenges. For this generation, ours, life is nuclear survival; liberty is human rights; the pursuit of happiness is a planet whose resources are devoted to the physical and spiritual nourishment of its inhabitants. — Farewell Address, January 1981. We appreciate the past. We are grateful for the present and we’re looking forward to the future with great anticipation and commitment. — October 1986, at the dedication of the Carter Presidential Library and Museum. War may sometimes be a necessary evil. But no matter how necessary, it is always an evil, never a good. We will not learn to live together in peace by killing each other’s children. — December 2002, Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech. Fundamentalists have become increasingly influential in both religion and government, and have managed to change the nuances and subtleties of historic debate into black-and-white rigidities and the personal derogation of those who dare to disagree. ... The influence of these various trends poses a threat to many of our nation’s historic customs and moral commitments, both in government and in houses of worship. — From 2005 book “Our Endangered Values.” I think that this breakthrough by Barack Obama has been remarkable. When he made his speech (on race) a few months ago in Philadelphia, I wept. I sat in front of the television and cried, because I saw that as the most enlightening and transforming analysis of racism and a potential end of it that I ever saw in my life. — August 2008, commenting on then-Sen. Barack Obama’s candidacy. I think it’s based on racism. There is an inherent feeling among many in this country that an African-American should not be president. ... No matter who he is or how much we disagree with his policies, the president should be treated with respect. — September 2009, reacting to Rep. Joe Wilson’s shout of “You lie!” during a speech to Congress by President Barack Obama. I’m still determined to outlive the last guinea worm. — 2010, on The Carter Center’s work to eradicate guinea worm disease. You know how much I raised to run against Gerald Ford? Zero. You know how much I raised to run against Ronald Reagan? Zero. You know how much will be raised this year by all presidential, Senate and House campaigns? $6 billion. That’s 6,000 millions. — September 2012, reacting to the 2010 “Citizens United” U.S. Supreme Court decision permitting unlimited third-party political spending. I have become convinced that the most serious and unaddressed worldwide challenge is the deprivation and abuse of women and girls, largely caused by a false interpretation of carefully selected religious texts and a growing tolerance of violence and warfare, unfortunately following the example set during my lifetime by the United States. — From 2014 book “A Call to Action.” I don’t think there’s any doubt now that the NSA or other agencies monitor or record almost every telephone call made in the United States, including cellphones, and I presume email as well. We’ve gone a long way down the road of violating Americans’ basic civil rights, as far as privacy is concerned. — March 2014, commenting on U.S. intelligence monitoring after the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks We accept self-congratulations about the wonderful 50th anniversary – which is wonderful – but we feel like Lyndon Johnson did it and we don’t have to do anything anymore. — April 2014, commenting on racial inequality during a celebration of the Civil Rights Act’s 40th anniversary. I had a very challenging question at Emory (University) the other night: “How would you describe the United States of America today in one word?” And I didn’t know what to say for a few moments, but I finally said, “Searching.” I think the country in which we live is still searching for what it ought to be, and what it can be, and I’m not sure we’re making much progress right at this moment. — October 2014 during a celebration of his 90th birthday. The life we have now is the best of all. We have an expanding and harmonious family, a rich life in our church and the Plains community, and a diversity of projects at The Carter Center that is adventurous and exciting. Rosalynn and I have visited more than 145 countries, and both of us are as active as we have ever been. We are blessed with good health and look to the future with eagerness and confidence, but are prepared for inevitable adversity when it comes. — From 2015 book, “A Full Life.”COLUMBUS, Ohio — Dominic Zvada kicked a 21-yard field goal with 45 seconds left and Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday, likely ending the Buckeyes ’ hopes of returning to the Big Ten title game. Late in the game, Kalel Mullings broke away for a 27-yard run, setting up the Wolverines (7-5, 5-4) at Ohio State's 17-yard line with two minutes remaining. The drive stalled at the 3, and Zvada came on for the chip shot. Ohio State (10-2, 7-2, No. 2 CFP) got the ball back but couldn't move it, with Will Howard throwing incomplete on fourth down to seal the Wolverines' fourth straight win over their bitter rival. This loss might have been the toughest of those four for Ohio State because the Wolverines were unranked and were wrapping up a disappointing season. The Buckeyes were supposed to win, but records rarely mean much when these two teams meet. Ohio State needs No. 4 Penn State and No. 10 Indiana to lose later Saturday in order to make it into the Big Ten title game next week. The Buckeyes were off all afternoon. Howard was 19 for 33 for 175 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions and Jayden Fielding missed two field-goal attempts. The run game was hardly there. Mullings was Michigan's primary weapon. He rushed for 116 yards and the Wolverines only touchdown of the game in the first half as neither team could get much going offensively on the frigid afternoon. Howard was clunky all day. In the first half he threw an interception from deep in his own territory that led to Michigan's touchdown. After the game, Michigan players attempted to plant their flag at midfield and were confronted by Ohio State players. A skirmish ensued as both teams pushed and shoved before being separated.

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