Mumbai: Bandra Police Bust Loan Scam With International Links, Arrest 2 From UP's Bulandshahr For Blackmailing VictimsIndia lost one of its great sons Jharkhand CM on Manmohan Singh's deathChina’s hack of the US telecom history, already dubbed the “worst telecom hack in our nation’s history — by far,” should serve as a stark warning against encryption backdoors. According to multiple reports, the Chinese government sponsored a hacking campaign—carried out by a group called Salt Typhoon—in a successful attempt to compromise US telecom companies and use that access to spy on high-value targets. Senator Mark R. Warner, chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, minced no words in describing how bad the hack was, saying it is the “worst telecom hack in our nation’s history — by far,” according to . “My hair’s on fire,” Warner said. He went to say “the American people need to know” the gravity of the situation. “This is an ongoing effort by China to infiltrate telecom systems around the world, to exfiltrate huge amounts of data,” he added. In a joint statement, , saying the number of known compromised accounts remains low, but is likely to increase as the investigation continues. The U.S. government’s continued investigation into the People’s Republic of China (PRC) targeting of commercial telecommunications infrastructure has revealed a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign. Specifically, we have identified that PRC-affiliated actors have compromised networks at multiple telecommunications companies to enable the theft of customer call records data, the compromise of private communications of a limited number of individuals who are primarily involved in government or political activity, and the copying of certain information that was subject to U.S. law enforcement requests pursuant to court orders. We expect our understanding of these compromises to grow as the investigation continues. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) continue to render technical assistance, rapidly share information to assist other potential victims, and work to strengthen cyber defenses across the commercial communications sector. We encourage any organization that believes it might be a victim to engage its local FBI Field Office or CISA. The says that most of the impacted accounts are centered in the D.C. area, with the hack clearly targeting government officials. As the FBI and CISA point out, however, the full extent of the operation is likely much larger and will only become apparent with more investigation.
Luke Kromenhoek throws 3 TD passes as Florida St. ends six-game skid vs. Charleston SouthernAGNC Investment Corp. Declares Fourth Quarter Dividends on Preferred StockRepublican Sen. Kevin Cramer said that ’s nomination to head the Justice Department fizzled because it would have cost too much “political capital” for to try to push his confirmation through the Senate. In a lengthy , the North Dakotan was candid about the president-elect’s most controversial picks for his upcoming administration. Cramer lauded Gaetz’s decision this past Thursday to pull his name from contention, amid a slew of sexual misconduct allegations, which has paved the way for Trump a markedly more conventional nominee: former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. “I would say whatever the circumstances are, this is one of the more positive things Matt Gaetz has done in a while,” Cramer told Politico. “I think in terms of his patriotism, in terms of his honor, in terms of his respect for the institutions, good for him to recognize that early on and prevent further wasting of the resources.” Cramer explained that Trump had told him as recently as Tuesday that he still hoped to push Gaetz’s nomination through, but that, in the end, the cost of doing so was apparently too great. “I’ve been everywhere just saying that the hill is very, very steep and the capital that you’d have to spend to succeed, much less probably not succeed, with the confirmation would be probably more than it would be worth,” he said. “I think that’s how he gamed it out. And good for him for not spending a lot more capital.” Cramer added that “political capital is our currency”—and that it’s “what you gather by doing things for people, with your partners, with your colleagues.” The risk for Trump, according to Cramer, was that he would have had to start heavily leveraging his capital for Gaetz to have a shot as attorney general. Even so, it still would have been a longshot. “Donald Trump would have had to spend a lot,” Cramer said. “If he was going to get Matt Gaetz across the finish line, he’d have to start transacting with some pretty strong skeptics. And it may very well be that there were not enough that were even persuadable.” Of another eyebrow raising Trump cabinet pick, prospective Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Cramer explained that he is a fan of the former Fox News host who . “I think Pete, as a face of the military, as a warrior, as sort of a blue-collar, talented television personality, I think he gives hope to those people that say, there’s somebody at the top that actually understands my role in this military as opposed to just the general’s role,” Cramer said. The senator admitted, though, that he thought Hegseth should drop his controversial stance that women should from combat roles in the U.S. military. “I think the landing position on it is simply the position that the requirement for combat readiness has to be the same for women as it is for men,” Cramer said. “And there are a lot of women who have met that standard that a lot of men could not. In which case, why would you not allow women in combat?”
The Northwest-Midwest Institute in Washington, D.C., will hold a virtual briefing Dec. 13 to discuss the benefits of carp management in the Mississippi River Basin and the Great Lakes. The Northwest-Midwest Institute is a nonprofit that provides research, education and policy organization to policymakers in 18 states including Ohio. Alex Eastman, Great Lakes program manager for the agency, focuses on delivering policy education to the U.S. Senate and House Great Lakes Task Force. “The Senate and House Great Lakes Task Force is a group of senators and (Congressmen and Congresswomen) from the Great Lakes region who care about the Great Lakes and want to pass policies that help that region,” Eastman said. The Dec. 13 meeting will discuss the management of the three types of invasive carp in the Mississippi River Basin, he said. Currently, the only non native species of carp in the Great Lakes is the grass carp. However, without the Mississippi River management, the silver carp and bighead carp could make their way to the Great Lakes. Eastman said. “Every carp that we catch in the Mississippi River Basin, is a carp that can make its way to the Great Lakes,” he said. “The work that we do, even if it’s not being done in your state, still matters to the Great Lakes region.” The grass carp is a big-feeder species, meaning they eat away at the vegetation in the area. The fish particularly are present in the western basin of Lake Erie. Silver carp are the species that the Great Lakes region is more worried about, Eastman said. “Silver carp could cause a real problem for the fishing industry, recreational boating and other activities you want to do on the lakes,” he said. Silver carp easily are startled, especially by motorboat engines, Eastman said. The 20- to 80-pound species will jump up to 10 feet in the air when disturbed, he said. The fish pose a threat to boats and people, Eastman said. “It poses a really big problem to recreation and to people who want to go out on the water, because these are fish that are quite large,” he said. Types of carp management include contract fishing, intensive monitoring and deterrent technologies. One management strategy is to establish the fish as something people will eat, Eastman said. “Carp gets a bad reputation in the U.S. because they’re not native,” he said. “It’s just a matter of establishing consumer tastes and getting people to understand that these are fish that they might like to eat.” Deterrent technologies to prevent carp from entering the basin and the Great Lakes include a bioacoustic fish fence and carbon dioxide injections. These technologies are being tested at the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, the barrier between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River, Eastman said. “It’s a $1 billion project that is going to prevent carp from getting through the Brandon Road block, which is the major intersection point between the Mississippi River and the Great Lakes,” he said. Little Killbuck Creek in Medina is an Ohio connection between the Mississippi Basin and Lake Erie. Eastman said there is management work being done there to prevent the crossing of carp. “We’ll talk about these projects that are happening in everybody’s backyard, and it’s a good opportunity for everybody to learn about what’s happening with carp management,” he said. “Beyond that, I think it’s a good opportunity for people to learn where their input could be helpful.” The virtual briefing will take place from 2-3 p.m. and is open to the public. To register, visit https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4554456881363429213?source=Constant+Contact.The United States maintains the most powerful military in the world. That isn’t surprising where America spends more per year on its armed forces than the next 9 countries combined. China and India have larger active military troops, but America is considered the most potent military power due to its advanced weaponry and technology. America currently maintains 1.3 million active duty members with approximately 230,000 being female. The percentage of women serving has been on the increase since 2017 as significant sexual and racial diversity exists within America’s military “family.” It fluctuates, but the current level of U.S. military spending consumes approximately 13% of the federal budget. For perspective, America’s 35 trillion national debt has grown to the point where annual interest costs could soon exceed our military expenditures. Evaluating the focus of the military to improve efficiency, and gaining control over growth in the national debt, should be top priorities for Trump’s incoming government. If the first Trump presidency is a predictor, neither is likely to occur. The world is a volatile place and ongoing wars continue to feed international instability. Trump claims he will end these conflicts posthaste, but America’s military must always be kept at the ready. Most Americans know we owe a perpetual debt of gratitude to our military and the veterans and fallen soldiers who protect our ideals and freedoms. If news reports and Trump’s words can be believed, significant turmoil is coming to the military. It has been reported top level generals might be terminated by Trump, and that he plans to use the military to enact mass deportations. The conservative American Heritage Foundation website states: “The American military remains a faithful and loyal servant of the republic. Most Americans are still proud and trusting of our military.” This observation needs to hold true for the sake of our nation. It is an ironic paradox that protecting America’s democracy is the primary charge and responsibility of the military given that it is an institution where democracy, freedom of speech and assembly are not permitted. The freedoms inherit in Democracy, and the discipline required to maintain the military, have rarely conflicted during our country’s history. Maintaining that cohesive separation reflects the independence of America’s military and the brilliance of our country’s Constitutional design. Part of maintaining American democracy is the oath taken by members of the military. There is a significant deviation between the oath administered to enlistees and officers. Both swear to support and defend the U.S. Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic, but enlisted members swear to obey the orders of the President and their officers in accordance with the military code. Officers do not swear to uphold the orders of the president, but rather to follow the Constitution in the faithful discharge of their duties. The officers serve the president as the nation’s chief military executive, but do so solely within the confines of lawful orders. The arguable incongruence between the two oaths is addressed on the U.S. Marine website where it states: “By swearing allegiance to a set of ideals and laws, our military is not bound by the orders of a single person, but are dedicated to the defense of the people and their way of life.” The site then notes that the oath is meant to protect officers from being manipulated by a leader who wants to gain control over the military by imposing a dictatorship. The officer oath acts as a safeguard to prevent the abuse of power by a rogue president. The strength of America’s democratic system is going to be tested by an incoming president who vowed not to be a dictator “except on day one.” Trump also said he would consider using America’s military on the “enemy within” as he defines them. Trump has been known to blow hot air, and Americans will soon learn if his words are hyperbole. For the stability of our country, Trump’s election rhetoric needs to remains just that. If he begins removing top military generals to try and cow others into individual loyalty rather than obedience to the Constitution, and if he turns the military upon U.S. citizens to further his policies and effectuate mass deportations, our vaunted democracy will face its greatest test.
Top confidante Kellyanne Conway confronted fellow conservative Meghan McCain backstage at a women’s summit, witnesses tell the Daily Beast. The tête-à-tête was over a grudge Conway has held for many years against McCain, for describing her and her then-husband George Conway as “gross” during TV appearances on and Conway confronted McCain after the two appeared together on a panel at post-election Global Women’s Summit. The event was organized by , the founder of the Daily Beast. After the on-stage panel discussion about the effect of the election on women ended, Conway confronted McCain in the green room just off stage in a scene “like something from the ,” an eyewitness told the Beast. “Kellyanne walked up to Meghan and said, ‘I wasn’t going to say this while I was miked but do you remember what you said about me and my marriage on ?‘“ the witness said. ”You called my marriage ‘gross.’“ Conway and McCain had not directly debated each other on the panel, adding to the surprise for witnesses that there was a confrontation, though Conway had appeared at times combative towards the moderator and audience, some witnesses said. Conway was heard saying to McCain, “Do you realize what you said and what you did? Do you realize all the people you hurt?” McCain, who quit in 2021 and is now a podcaster, appeared shaken over the confrontation, which lasted a matter of minutes, and keen to leave. Friends said she was later “shaking” with emotion. “I heard Meghan say to her, ‘I don’t remember what I said that hurt you,‘“ the witness said. McCain apologized to Conway, the witness said. “Meghan said it was making her uncomfortable but that seemed to make it worse.” McCain, 40, walked away from Conway, 57, who appeared unfazed. The witness said, “Meghan looked shaken and was just trying to get out of there.” The political divisions and tension within Conway’s family played out publicly, especially on social media, during Trump’s first presidency. While Conway was in the Oval Office advising Trump as counselor to the president, her husband George and eldest daughter Claudia were nearly incessantly tweeting and TikToking their dissent. At one point, Claudia said she wanted to from her mother, while her father did just that: he of 22 years with whom he shares four children in 2023. Claudia, now 20, and her mother have reconciled personally although they remain politically at odds. Conway told the Daily Beast, “I waited until the cameras and microphones were off to privately and calmly address the very public insults she has directed at my family.” Conway added, “She may wish to outrun her recent past as a years-long resident Mean Girl on The View and Bravo, where her mouth was a spigot of vile and bile hurled toward people and topics she does not know, including my marriage and children, and casually lying about silly things like me calling her (I don’t have her number).” McCain said, “It was a bizarre experience and certainly not what I expected when I accepted an invitation to speak at an event hosted by the Washington Post and Tina Brown. The only reason why their marriage was ever a hot topic was because they were constantly airing their dirty laundry to America.” The Beast established that Conway’s feelings were rooted in comments on multiple episodes of in 2018 and in April 2020 on NBC’s , when she called both of the Conways “gross” and claimed that Conway would call her every time she mentioned her on air. In the 2020 segment, host Andy Cohen asked McCain, who has appeared on the show dozens of times, and fellow guest Erika Jayne, a cast member of the to identify whether quotes were from “a president or a [Real] Housewife,” then had his guest, Rep. (D-CA) read the clue: “She is married to a total whack job. She must have done a number on him. I don’t know what he did to that guy.” McCain correctly identified it as having been said by . Cohen then asked what she thought about the couple, who had become a fixture of political coverage for their directly opposed views on Trump almost at the start of his administration. That prompted McCain to say, “I think it’s awful and I think that they have four kids that are gonna read this c--p and I think it’s awful. I think it’s weird and I don’t care if it’s their kink or whatever I think it’s horrible... I think they’re both gross.” She added, “Wait can I say one more thing. Don’t call me or email me Kellyanne. She does that every time I say something.” Conway called that claim a “lie” in her 2022 memoir, , writing that she had never called McCain and did not even have her number. She wrote that they had only once exchanged emails, which was a “friendly” invitation from McCain to join and have dinner with both their husbands. In the book Conway called McCain a “know it all”; accused her of “ad nauseam, ad hominem attacks on me”; suggested she had “cashed in” on her father’s two failed presidential runs; and relayed a conversation with McCain’s husband Ben Domenech in which he said of his wife’s then-role, “ is the worst show on television.” Conway has not been a formal part of the Trump campaign or transition for his second term but has been a fierce public advocate for him in this election cycle, including as a columnist with DailyMail.com. Sources said that the confrontation by Conway at the women’s summit was the first proper meeting between the two. “It doesn’t look like there will be a second,” one friend said.Local residents abuzz over Post Malone's visit to Pocatello area
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Buggs' 15 lead East Tennessee State over Austin Peay 79-57NoneJust when you thought the Houston Texans ' Week 12 loss to the Tennessee Titans couldn't get worse, the NFL found a way. The league announced that they have fined multiple Texans players for acts committed in the team's devasting loss. Three fines for #Texans from #NFL : Azeez Al-Shaair $11,255 for unnecessary roughness for late hit out of bounds. Neville Hewitt $11,255 for unnecessary roughness for late hit M.J. Stewart $16,883 for unnecessary roughness for a blindside block @KPRC2 NFL fines three Texans players ahead of Week 13 The NFL handed out 16 fines in total from Week 12, three of which were Texans players. Nearly 20% of the fines from Week 12 are being assessed just to players on the Texans, which is pretty wild to think about. The league fined Azeez Al-Shaair and Neville Hewitt $11,255.00 and M.J. Stewart $16,883.00. Stewart's fine is tied for the second-highest given out for Week 12, and Al-Shaair and Hewitt's fines are tied for the fourth-highest. Self-inflicted errors plagued the Texans on the field and played a major factor in their Week 12 loss. So, these fines being announced truly feel like icing on the cake for what felt like a disaster week for the franchise. But now it's time to leave it in the past and focus on Week 13 and their matchup with another AFC South foe, the Jacksonville Jaguars . This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.
Seongnam City to Participate in CES 2025, Paving the Way as a Global Innovation HubWith Boston College trailing defending champion Miami, Flutie threw the Hail Mary and found receiver Gerard Phalen, who made the grab while falling into the end zone behind a pair of defenders for a game-winning 48-yard TD. Flutie and many of his 1984 teammates were honored on the field during BC’s 41-21 victory over North Carolina before the second quarter on Saturday afternoon, the anniversary of the Eagles’ Miracle in Miami. “There’s no way its been 40 years,” Flutie told The Associated Press on the sideline a few minutes before he walked out with some of his former teammates to be recognized after a video of The Play was shown on the scoreboards. It’s a moment and highlight that’s not only played throughout decades of BC students and fans, but around the college football world. “What is really so humbling is that the kids 40 years later are wearing 22 jerseys, still,” Flutie said of his old number. “That amazes me.” That game was played on national TV the Friday after Thanksgiving. The ironic thing is it was originally scheduled for earlier in the season before CBS paid Rutgers to move its game against Miami, thus setting up the BC-Miami post-holiday matchup. “It shows you how random some things are, that the game was moved,” Flutie said. “The game got moved to the Friday after Thanksgiving, which was the most watched game of the year. We both end up being nationally ranked and up there. All those things lent to how big the game itself was, and made the pass and the catch that much more relevant and remembered because so many people were watching.” There’s a statue of Flutie winding up to make The Pass outside the north gates at Alumni Stadium. Fans and visitors can often be seen taking photos there. “In casual conversation, it comes up every day,” Flutie said, when asked how many times people bring it up. “It brings a smile to my face every time we talk about it.” A week after the game-ending Flutie pass, the Eagles beat Holy Cross and before he flew off to New York to accept the Heisman. They went on to win the 49th Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Day. “Forty years seem almost like incomprehensible,” said Phalen, also standing on the sideline a few minutes after the game started. “I always say to Doug: ‘Thank God for social media. It’s kept it alive for us.”’ Earlier this week, current BC coach Bill O’Brien, 55, was asked if he remembered where he was 40 years ago. “We were eating Thanksgiving leftovers in my family room,” he said. “My mom was saying a Rosary in the kitchen because she didn’t like Miami and wanted BC to win. My dad, my brother and I were watching the game. “It was unbelievable,” he said. “Everybody remembers where they were for the Hail Mary, Flutie pass.”
LONDON — Pooches in pullovers paraded past Buckingham Palace on Saturday for a gathering of dogs in Christmas sweaters to raise funds for rescue charities. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. About 130 pets, and their owners, walked Saturday from St. James's Park and along the Mall, the wide boulevard that leads to the royal palace as part of the Christmas Jumper Parade. Flossie the dog barks Saturday during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade in central London. Prizes were awarded for best-dressed pets, with contenders including canine Santas, puppy elves and a French bulldog dressed in a red beret and pink jacket adorned with red bows. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. The event was organized by Rescue Dogs of London and Friends to raise money for charities that rehome dogs from overseas. People take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. Christmas sweater animal parades have become something of an annual tradition in London. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. There are more to come this year, including an event for corgis — the late Queen Elizabeth II's favorite breed — on Dec. 7 and the dachshund-friendly Hyde Park Sausage Walk on Dec 15. The French bulldog is a compact companion known for being friendly yet quiet, making it suitable for a range of lifestyles and homes. The breed has roots in the English bulldog, which was bred to a smaller size to accompany its working English owners, many of whom were artisans. As such trades closed amid the Industrial Revolution, these workers and their little bulldogs moved to France, where the breed's popularity began. The French developed a more standardized appearance which was iterated upon in the U.S. to develop the iconic bat ears. The breed has recently seen a massive increase in popularity, with AKC registrations surging by 1,000% between 2012 and 2022. Now, the French bulldog is the most popular dog in Florida, California, and Hawaii and is in the top five most common dogs in nearly half the remaining states. With webbed paws and an affinity for water, golden retrievers are lucky pups to be the favored breed of the Midwest. They are the most popular dogs in states bordering the Great Lakes—Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio; the entirety of the New England region minus Rhode Island; plus North Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Virginia. The iconic golden breed was developed in 19th-century Scotland to retrieve both from land and water during hunts, hence its swimming-related adaptations. Golden retrievers are known for their affectionate nature and eagerness to please, making them well-suited for service and other working dog roles. The shih tzu, whose name means "lion" in Chinese, is king of the Empire State (New York) as well as Iowa, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. Roughly a quarter of New York state residents live in apartments, making the dog that averages 9 to 16 pounds perfect for compact households. Despite being known for its playfulness, the breed does not require much physical activity or space. The breed dates back over 1,000 years but was first brought to America surprisingly recently, following World War II. According to the American Kennel Club, every shih tzu alive today has direct lineage to just 14 shih tzus that were saved when the breed nearly went extinct during the Communist revolution. Representing the best of both worlds, the golden retriever and poodle hybrid is known for its friendly, sociable demeanor and trainability. Bred to be guide dogs in the 1960s, the hybrid is not recognized as an official breed by the AKC, so there is no breed standard. Goldendoodles can thus range from mini-sized to about 90 pounds and may have fur that is curly, straight, or somewhere in between. While not official, the family-friendly dog has left paw prints all over the country, ranking in the top five most popular dogs in 37 states. In Idaho and Utah, the goldendoodle is the most popular overall. Maxing out at just 7 pounds, the Yorkshire terrier is the most popular breed among Maryland and Washington D.C. residents. This is not necessarily surprising considering the housing stock of the nation's capital is comprised mostly of apartment units, making the pint-sized pup perfect for metropolitans. The toy breed was bred to chase rats out of mines and mills in 19th-century England, arriving in North America in the 1870s and gaining official recognition by the AKC in 1885. Now, the breed is among the top five most common dogs in 26 states. The breed is a true terrier at heart, known for its feisty yet affectionate nature.' Additional research by Eliza Siegel. Story editing by Carren Jao. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Tim Bruns. This story originally appeared on Ollie and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like terriers and toys have largely dethroned the retrievers that once dominated the most popular breed rankings. This is a continuation of a trend that began in 2022 when the Labrador retriever lost its 31-year-long streak as #1 to the French bulldog, according to the American Kennel Club. This shift may be partially attributable to the rising costs of pet products and veterinary care since smaller dogs are more economical for tighter budgets. Moreover, as remote work and nomadic living become increasingly more common, smaller dogs may appeal to those looking for pets that require less space and are easier to transport. In fact, only two sporting dog breeds are the most popular in any American state—and neither is a Labrador retriever. The most popular dog overall represents 4% of all dogs in the country—constituting over 2.3 million out of 58 million households with dogs. Ollie used data from U.S. News & World Report to further explore which dog breeds are the most popular in which states and what factors may drive residents' preferences. Named after the northern Mexican state from which it originates, the Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed and one of the oldest, with a lineage that dates as far back as the ninth century. Today, the breed makes up a remarkable 4% of all dogs in the United States and is the most popular overall in 21 states. It ranks within the top five most common breeds in 42 states in total. Requiring just 200 to 250 calories per day but boasting a lifespan of 14 to 16 years, the Chihuahua offers owners low-cost longevity and is known for its adaptability and amusing personality. As loyal as they are intelligent, German shepherds are among the favored breeds for guide, military, police, and search and rescue roles. The breed, which first arrived in America in the early 20th century, also enjoys peak popularity in Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Athletic in nature, the breed requires lots of exercise, making them well-suited for homes with or near lots of open land. 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Wounded Ange is fighting for his job as he returns to the Ibrox bear pitSix-time Super Bowl-winning head coach Bill Belichick is finalizing a deal to become the new head coach at North Carolina , sources told ESPN on Wednesday. The expected hiring of Belichick, 72, will resonate as one of the most stunning and compelling moves in college football history. He worked in the NFL in some capacity from 1975 until his divorce from the New England Patriots after the 2023 season. Belichick's father, Steve, served as an assistant coach for the Tar Heels in the 1950s. Editor's Picks Bill Belichick to North Carolina?! What does this mean for college football? Bill Belichick's UNC move joins Kiffin and others in NFL to college head coach pipeline The coordinator carousel: Top hires made at FSU; other key openings Belichick's hiring at North Carolina, which hasn't won an ACC football title since 1980, was spearheaded by board chair John P. Preyer, who had homed in on Belichick in recent weeks. The sides met multiple times at length, including for five hours on Sunday, and those talks culminated with Belichick finalizing the deal Wednesday. For a program awash in apathy and mediocrity, this marks a distinct and compelling shift from Mack Brown, as Belichick gives the Tar Heels an unprecedented jolt of star power for 2025 and beyond. The Patriots' six Super Bowls under Belichick is an NFL record. (He won two more as an assistant coach.) He enters college football with 333 NFL wins, behind only Don Shula's all-time record of 347. North Carolina fired the 73-year-old Brown on Nov. 26 after a 6-6 season, ending his second stint at the school with a 44-33 record over six years. He coached the Tar Heels' regular-season finale, a 35-30 loss to NC State , then said it was a "great time for me to get out." The expected hiring of the famously aloof Belichick, who joked Monday on "The Pat McAfee Show" about his news conference aura, represents a significant shift from Brown's syrupy Southern charm. Belichick has spent his year away from the sideline doing multiple media jobs while making it clear he wanted to return to coaching. After exploring multiple NFL positions last year following his departure from New England, it was expected that Belichick would explore the NFL market again. But sources told ESPN that a return to coaching in general had been paramount for Belichick. He spent a lot of time around his former assistant, Washington Huskies coach Jedd Fisch, and talking to friends and former assistant coaches around college football. Belichick's son Stephen is the Huskies' defensive coordinator and is expected to be involved with the North Carolina staff in some way. Oldest in FBS At 72 years old, Bill Belichick will become the oldest head coach in the FBS. The previous oldest entering this season was Mack Brown (73), whom Belichick is succeeding at the school: Through the draft every year, Belichick has built up a reserve of college coach confidants, and he has popped up at places such as Washington, Rutgers and LSU this year for college games. Belichick also spent recent days familiarizing himself with the transfer portal and NIL, and he spent a lot of time on how the organizational chart of a college system would work. He made it clear in his interview with McAfee on Monday that he would create an incubator for NFL talent if he were a college coach. "If I was in a college program, the college program would be a pipeline to the NFL for the players that had the ability to play in the NFL," Belichick said. "It would be a professional program: training, nutrition, scheme, coaching and techniques that would transfer to the NFL." He concluded a lengthy portrait of what the program would look like by saying: "It would be an NFL program, but not at the NFL level." Other names that had emerged in North Carolina's search included veteran NFL coach Steve Wilks, Tulane coach Jon Sumrall, Georgia defensive coordinator Glenn Schumann, Army coach Jeff Monken and Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. Smith indicated he would stay with the Steelers, and Tulane reached an agreement in principle with Sumrall for a contract extension.
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