CITRA gets the greenlight for three major data centers with GoogleThe 2023 Heisman Trophy finalists meet for the first time on Sunday night, and the stakes couldn't be much higher. Jayden Daniels and the Commanders took a decisive step toward the playoffs with a thrilling Week 16 win over the Eagles, putting themselves in position to clinch a playoff berth Sunday. Daniels threw five touchdowns in the win, overcoming five turnovers from the offense and making his case for Offensive Rookie of the Year. The Falcons aren't just looking to play spoiler. They control their fate in the NFC South, and they were given a spark by rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. in a blowout win over the Giants last weekend. The competition only gets tougher for Penix in his second career start, but a win could put him on track for a trip to the playoffs. Daniels beat out Penix in last season's Heisman race, but Penix has a chance to get the better of the former LSU star in their first NFL meeting — and potentially threaten threaten the Commanders' playoff hopes in the process. The Sporting News is tracking live updates and highlights from "Sunday Night Football" between the Falcons and Commanders. Follow along with the game below. NFL HQ: Live NFL scores | Updated NFL standings | Full NFL schedule Falcons vs. Commanders live score 1 2 3 4 F Falcons - - - - - Commanders - - - - - Falcons vs. Commanders live updates, highlights from 'Sunday Night Football' Updates will begin leading up to kickoff between the Falcons and Commanders. Falcons vs. Commanders start time Date: Sunday, Dec. 20 Time: 8:20 p.m. ET Sunday's game between the Falcons and Commanders will kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET from Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. How to watch Falcons vs. Commanders TV Channel: NBC Streaming: Peacock, Fubo Falcons vs. Commanders will be broadcast nationally on NBC. As always, "Sunday Night Football" can be streamed on Peacock or with Fubo . Falcons schedule 2024 Here is how the Falcons will close out the regular season: Date Opponent Time (ET) Dec. 29 at Commanders 8:20 p.m. ET Jan. 5 vs. Panthers TBD Commanders schedule 2024 Here is a look at the Commanders' remaining schedule: Date Opponent Time (ET) Dec. 29 vs. Falcons 8:20 p.m. ET Jan. 5 at Cowboys TBD If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Learn more >After weeks of fear and bewilderment about the drones buzzing over parts of New York and New Jersey , U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer is urging the federal government to deploy better drone-tracking technology to identify and ultimately stop the airborne pests. The New York Democrat is calling on the Department of Homeland Security to immediately deploy special technology that identifies and tracks drones back to their landing spots, according to briefings from his office. Schumer’s calls come amid growing public concern that the federal government hasn’t offered clear explanations as to who is operating the drones, and has not stopped them. National security officials have said the drones don’t appear to be a sign of foreign interference. “There’s a lot of us who are pretty frustrated right now,” said Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, on Fox News Sunday. “The answer ‘We don’t know’ is not a good enough answer.” President-elect Donald Trump posted on social media last week: “Can this really be happening without our government’s knowledge? I don’t think so. Let the public know, and now. Otherwise, shoot them down.” Certain agencies within the Department of Homeland Security have the power to “incapacitate” drones, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas told ABC’s George Stephanopoulos on Sunday. “But we need those authorities expanded,” he said, without saying exactly how. The drones don’t appear to be linked to foreign governments, Mayorkas said. “We know of no foreign involvement with respect to the sightings in the Northeast. And we are vigilant in investigating this matter,” Mayorkas said. Last year, federal aviation rules began requiring certain drones to broadcast their identities. It’s not clear whether that information has been used to determine who is operating the drones swarming locations in New York and New Jersey. Mayorkas’ office didn’t immediately respond to questions about whether they’ve been able to identify drones using this capability. Schumer is calling for recently declassified radar technology to be used to help determine whether an object is a drone or a bird, identify its electronic registration, and follow it back to its landing place. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday said federal officials were sending a drone detection system to the state. “This system will support state and federal law enforcement in their investigations,” Hochul said in a statement. The governor did not immediately provide additional details, including where the system will be deployed. Dozens of mysterious nighttime flights started last month over New Jersey, raising concerns among residents and officials. Part of the worry stems from the flying objects initially being spotted near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility and over Trump’s golf course in Bedminster. Drones are legal in New Jersey for recreational and commercial use, but they are subject to local and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and flight restrictions. Operators must be FAA certified.
One week into a new Syria, rebels aim for normalcy and Syrians vow not to be silent again DAMASCUS (AP) — A transformation has started to take place in the week since the unexpected overthrow of Syria’s President Bashar Assad. Suddenly in charge, the rebels have been met with a mix of excitement, grief and hope. And so far the transition has been surprisingly smooth. Reports of reprisals, revenge killings and sectarian violence are minimal, looting and destruction has been quickly contained. But there are a million ways it could go wrong. Syria is broken and isolated after five decades of Assad family rule. Families have been torn apart by war, former prisoners are traumatized, and tens of thousands of detainees remain missing. The economy is wrecked, poverty is widespread, inflation and unemployment are high. Corruption seeps through daily life. Christians in Syria mark country's transformation with tears as UN envoy urges an end to sanctions DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — In churches across long-stifled Syria, Christians have marked the first Sunday services since Bashar Assad’s ouster in an air of transformation. Some were in tears, others clasped their hands in prayer. The U.N. envoy for Syria is calling for a quick end to Western sanctions as the country’s new leaders and regional and global powers discuss the way forward. The Syrian government has been under sanctions by the United States, the European Union and others for years as a result of Assad’s brutal response to what began as peaceful anti-government protests in 2011 and spiraled into civil war. Israel will close its Ireland embassy over Gaza tensions as Palestinian death toll nears 45,000 DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel says it will close its embassy in Ireland as relations deteriorate over the war in Gaza, where Palestinian medical officials say new Israeli airstrikes have killed over 30 people including children. Israel's decision to close the embassy came in response to what Israel’s foreign minister has described as Ireland's “extreme anti-Israel policies.” Ireland earlier announced that it would recognize a Palestinian state. And the Irish cabinet last week decided to formally intervene in South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, which accuses Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. The Palestinian death toll in the war is approaching 45,000. The GOP stoked fears of noncitizens voting. Cases in Ohio show how rhetoric and reality diverge AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Ohio's Republican secretary of state and attorney general sought to reassure voters before the November election that the state's elections were being vigorously protected against the possibility of immigrants voting illegally. That push coincided with a national Republican messaging strategy warning that potentially thousands of ineligible voters would be voting. The officials' efforts in Ohio led to charges against just six noncitizens in a state with 8 million registered voters. That outcome and the stories of some of those now facing charges show the gap both in Ohio and across the United States between the rhetoric about noncitizen voting and the reality that it's rare and not part of a coordinated scheme to throw elections. South Korean leaders seek calm after Yoon is impeached SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s opposition leader has offered to work with the government to ease the political tumult, a day after the opposition-controlled parliament voted to impeach conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol over a short-lived attempt to impose martial law. Liberal Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung, whose party holds a majority in the National Assembly, urged the Constitutional Court to rule swiftly on Yoon’s impeachment and proposed a special council for policy cooperation between the government and parliament. Yoon’s powers have been suspended until the court decides whether to remove him from office or reinstate him. If Yoon is dismissed, a national election to choose his successor must be held within 60 days. Storms across US bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and a tornado in California OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Inclement weather has plagued areas of the U.S. in the first half of the weekend, with dangerous conditions including heavy snow, a major ice storm and unusual tornado activity. An ice storm beginning Friday created treacherous driving conditions across Iowa and eastern Nebraska. More than 33 inches of snow was reported near Orchard Park, New York, which is often a landing point for lake-effect snow. On Saturday, a tornado touched down in Scotts Valley, California, causing damage and several injuries. In San Francisco, a storm damaged trees and roofs and prompted a tornado warning, which was a first for a city that has not experienced a tornado since 2005. Small businesses say cautious shoppers are seeking 'cozy' and 'festive' this holiday season With a late Thanksgiving, the holiday shopping season is five days shorter than last year, and owners of small retail shops say that people have been quick to snap up holiday décor early, along with gifts for others and themselves. Cozy items like sweaters are popular so far. Businesses are also holding special events to get shoppers in the door. But there’s little sense of the freewheeling spending that occurred during the pandemic. Overall, The National Retail Federation predicts retail sales in November and December will rise between 2.5% and 3.5% compared with same period a year ago. US agencies should use advanced technology to identify mysterious drones, Schumer says After weeks of fear and bewilderment about the drones buzzing over parts of New York and New Jersey, U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer is urging the federal government to deploy better drone-tracking technology to identify and ultimately stop the airborne pests. The New York Democrat is calling on the Department of Homeland Security to immediately deploy advanced technology to identify and track drones back to their landing spots. That is according to briefings from his office. Federal authorities have said that the drones do not appear to be linked to foreign governments. West Africa regional bloc approves exit timeline for 3 coup-hit member states ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — West Africa’s regional bloc ECOWAS has approved an exit timeline for three coup-hit nations. It comes after a nearly yearlong process of mediation to avert the unprecedented disintegration of the grouping. The president of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Touray, said in a statement: “The authority decides to set the period from 29 January, 2025 to 29 July 2025 as a transitional period and to keep ECOWAS doors open to the three countries during the transition period." In a first in the 15-nation bloc’s nearly 50 years of existence, the military juntas of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso announced in January that they decided to leave ECOWAS. Pope Francis makes 1st papal visit to France's Corsica awash in expressions of popular piety AJACCIO, Corsica (AP) — Pope Francis on the first papal visit ever to the French island of Corsica on Sunday called for a dynamic form of laicism, promoting the kind of popular piety that distinguishes the Mediterranean island from secular France as a bridge between religious and civic society. The one-day visit to Corsica’s capital Ajaccio, birthplace of Napoleon, on Sunday is one of the briefest of his papacy beyond Italy’s borders, just about nine hours on the ground, including a 40-minute visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. It is the first papal visit ever to the island, which Genoa ceded to France in 1768 and is located closer to the Italian mainland than France.
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The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . EASTON, Pa. (AP) — Louie Semona scored 15 points off of the bench to lead Stonehill over Lafayette 70-65 on Sunday. Semona had six rebounds for the Skyhawks (8-7). Hermann Koffi scored 13 points, shooting 4 for 8 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. Josh Morgan had 13 points and shot 4 of 9 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line. The Leopards (5-8) were led by Caleb Williams, who recorded 15 points. Lafayette also got 14 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks from Justin Vander Baan. Alex Chaikin also recorded 12 points, two steals and two blocks. Stonehill went into the half leading Lafayette 28-27. Semona put up seven points in the half. Stonehill used a 7-0 second-half run erase a five-point deficit and take the lead at 47-45 with 11:20 remaining in the half before finishing off the victory. Todd Brogna scored nine second-half points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .One of Australia's governments is considering the idea of a minister for as a new . or signup to continue reading NSW is conducting a state inquiry into as it has become a public health issue following the pandemic. Groundswell Foundation chairman Martin Blake said the impacts of loneliness are equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes or having six alcoholic drinks per day. "Loneliness has a measurable economic impact - in Australia, the healthcare costs associated with loneliness are estimated at up to $2.7 billion each year in a 2021 report from Curtin University," he said. A - filed for the inquiry - suggested Australia appoint a minister for social connectedness, similar to Japan and the UK's ministers for loneliness, to help raise the topic as a priority issue. Part of the isolation is not knowing how to get help. More than 130 submissions were submitted for the inquiry from organisations including , , , and . VIEW Club's submission said women in its clubs report lower levels of depression and anxiety. "The strong social ties formed within these clubs contribute to better physical health, lowering the risk of chronic diseases and easing the overall burden on healthcare systems," it said. State mental health minister Rose Jackson said besides being an emotional experience, loneliness has profound impacts on people's mental and physical health. "While some people call loneliness the silent epidemic, it doesn't have to be suffered in silence. If you are experiencing loneliness, please speak up and reach out," she said. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare analysis of (HILDA) data showed in 2022, one in six people aged 55-64, and in 65+ felt lonely. Councillor Drew Staunton is a volunteer facilitator of Chatty Cafe, a charity-based initiative that aims to increase social interactions between people in communities. While he was undecided about whether a dedicated Loneliness Minister might help, he did call for more funding to promote and advertise existing services that connect people. "I think part of the isolation is not knowing how to get help," he said. He hosts a table at a cafe inside the Upper Coomera Centre on the Gold Coast each Thursday at 10am for about an hour, where anyone can sit and chat with others. Mr Staunton said people who are socially isolated, feel bewildered, or have experienced loss, can go along for a "good chat with some lightheartedness [and] try and make some friendships." "There's a lot of gratitude and a lot of relief that they can come and just have a chat with someone ...[about] what's happening for them," he said. Mr Staunton said the benefit of being in a group scenario was potentially meeting someone and befriending them. "That can be one of the major factors on recovery and getting better... or feeling normal, when someone else has been through something similar and they've come out the other side, and they're OK and they can empathise with you," he said. Mr Staunton said the modern means of communication didn't help mature Australians with loneliness and social isolation. "Back in their heyday, things were different and it's social media and everything has changed so much now," he said. "Sometimes it's hard to articulate and move forward if you're not familiar with that sort of technology." While some people call loneliness the silent epidemic, it doesn't have to be suffered in silence. 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Advertisement AdvertisementLucknow: Social welfare minister Asim Arun highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a ‘ Developed India ,' emphasising that progress depends on advancing expertise in key areas like forensic technology . He was speaking on the concluding day of the two-day international conference organised by the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) on the occasion of the 75th Constitution Day. Justice Rajeev Singh (Allahabad High Court, Lucknow Bench), Social Welfare Minister Asim Arun, and Chief Information Commissioner RK Vishwakarma were the chief guests ofthe event. In his address, Justice Singh emphasised the importance of societal continuity, likening it to a river. He noted that when a river dries up, its banks lose their existence, paralleling the decay of society in the face of rising crime. Sharing case studies, he urged attendees to draw from life experiences to foster societal growth and harmony. Asim Arun along with Justice Rajeev Singh (Allahabad High Court, Lucknow Bench), and chief information commissioner RK Vishwakarma were the chief guests of the event. In his address, Justice Singh emphasised the importance of societal continuity, likening it to a river. He noted that when a river dries up, its banks lose their existence, paralleling the decay of society in the face of rising crime. Sharing case studies, he urged attendees to draw from life experiences to foster societal growth and harmony. Meanwhile, Vishwakarma recounted the institute's journey from conceptualisation to realisation, crediting his experiences with international forensic labs for inspiring the creation of UPSIFS, which now addresses critical gaps in forensic infrastructure. He expressed optimism about the institute evolving into a full-fledged university and recounted significant cases of cybercrime resolution. Prominent national and international speakers, including experts from IIT Kanpur, the University of Kent (UK), and the University of Granada (Spain), addressed diverse topics such as DNA analysis, cybersecurity, and computational biology. A special performance by students, featuring the play ‘Bade Dhoke Hain Is Raah Mein', educated attendees on cyber fraud prevention.
EASTON, Pa. (AP) — Louie Semona scored 15 points off of the bench to lead Stonehill over Lafayette 70-65 on Sunday. Semona had six rebounds for the Skyhawks (8-7). Hermann Koffi scored 13 points, shooting 4 for 8 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. Josh Morgan had 13 points and shot 4 of 9 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line. The Leopards (5-8) were led by Caleb Williams, who recorded 15 points. Lafayette also got 14 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks from Justin Vander Baan. Alex Chaikin also recorded 12 points, two steals and two blocks. Stonehill went into the half leading Lafayette 28-27. Semona put up seven points in the half. Stonehill used a 7-0 second-half run erase a five-point deficit and take the lead at 47-45 with 11:20 remaining in the half before finishing off the victory. Todd Brogna scored nine second-half points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
Lebanon Cease-Fire Deal Is a Major Victory For IsraelDiscord grips PTI after Islamabad protest rout Party’s leadership are facing strong criticism for their decision to push forward with protest at D-Chowk PESHAWAR: Intense divisions have emerged within the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party following the violent clashes between protesters and law enforcement agencies in Islamabad. The party’s leadership, particularly Bushra Bibi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, are facing strong criticism for their decision to push forward with the protest at D-Chowk, despite Imran Khan’s agreement to hold a rally at Sangjani. This decision ultimately exposed the PTI workers to state action, leading to widespread condemnation. Party insiders reveal that senior leaders are now engaged in a blame game, pointing fingers at each other for the protest’s poor planning and ineffective strategies. Some leaders specifically criticised Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder chairman Imran Khan, for insisting on reaching the D-Chowk despite alternate proposals. The protest, aimed at securing Imran Khan’s release and pressurising the government, failed to achieve its objectives, sparking disagreements among various factions within the party. KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur dismissed the allegation of an internal rift in the party and told this scribe that the protest was successful and described it as the largest march in Pakistan despite numerous hurdles and the use of force against the party. He said that despite these challenges, the PTI workers managed to reach the D-Chowk; however, the government’s use of live ammunition and resulting fatalities were unacceptable. Ali Amin said that as a political party, the PTI did not endorse bloodshed. He added that action would be taken against the federal and Punjab governments for their unlawful and brutal conduct. He reaffirmed that the party’s struggle for its rights and demands would continue, as it aligns with the PTI’s core ideology. Party sources revealed that some senior leaders accused the central leadership of lacking strategic foresight. Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, a spokesperson for the chief minister and adviser on information, disclosed that Imran Khan was initially agreeable to holding a rally at Sangjani but Bushra Bibi opposed the idea, leading to the party’s eventual loss. Senior PTI leader Shaukat Yousafzai also expressed his frustration, stating, “Ali Amin Gandapur has been made a scapegoat. Imran Khan had agreed to Sangjani, but Bushra Bibi’s insistence on D-Chowk cost the party heavily.” Yousafzai questioned, “Will the party be led by Bushra Bibi or the leadership? If the leadership lacks authority, they should resign. The D-Chowk incident was deeply regrettable. Where was PTI’s Punjab leadership during all this period?” He further criticised the lack of planning, saying, “Even if we had sat at D-Chowk, there was no concrete plan in place. Why wasn’t a consultative committee formed before leaving for Peshawar? Unfortunately, those leading the party did not lead the procession.” He said that another major criticism was directed at the protest’s logistical shortcomings. Low turnout and insufficient facilities for participants, especially those who travelled from far-flung areas, contributed to the protest’s failure. Several workers expressed disappointment over the poor arrangements. Gandapur was praised for bearing the pressure from the party and its workers, but Yousafzai pointed out, “The party needs to reflect on why the real faces were sidelined. Negotiations with the government were possible — who rejected them? The government should not have resorted to such brutality, but internal mismanagement is also to blame. “There must be an inquiry into this matter as to why they took the party workers to D-Chowk and then left them alone at the mercy of law enforcement agencies and secretly disappeared from the scene.” A senior PTI leader told The News: “The central leaders present there were aware of the crackdown on the party workers the same night but the poor party workers were not informed about the operation against them.” Pleading anonymity, he said many senior party leaders had returned home from the Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway near Burhan when containers were removed and the road was cleared for traffic as they were suspicious about the role of some people there. “At the motorway, some of us felt that the workers were going to be misused for the personal interests of some individuals and that is exactly what happened,” he said. “Where were Barrister Gohar and Salman Akram Raja and other senior leaders of PTI? Leaders like them call themselves the face of PTI, yet they were absent. The only ones standing with the workers were Ali Amin Gandapur, Asad Qaiser, Omar Ayub, Ali Asghar and some others,” Shaukat Yousafzai said in a video message separately. He revealed that Barrister Mohammad Ali Saif had informed the party members of Imran Khan’s instructions to move the protest to an alternative location, as proposed by the government but this plan was reportedly blocked. “Why were these instructions not followed? Barrister Saif claims Bushra Bibi opposed the move. While we respect her as Khan’s wife, she holds no leadership position in PTI. The party leadership must clarify who allowed this interference,” he asserted. “Why didn’t the leadership engage in meaningful talks with the government? Who blocked the discussions?” he questioned, calling for transparency from the party’s decision-makers. Rejecting government allegations that the PTI protesters were armed, Shaukat Yousafzai said, “If we had weapons, why didn’t we retaliate during the state’s violence? These are baseless allegations aimed at justifying the crackdown.” He expressed grief over the loss of lives, regardless of affiliation. “It’s tragic to see people dying, whether they were from the government or our side. Such violence is unacceptable and a stain on our nation.” In a direct challenge to the PTI leadership, Shaukat Yousafzai demanded accountability. “If our leaders cannot face the situation or stand with the workers, they should step down. This is an injustice to PTI and Imran Khan. Leadership is about action, not titles. Our failures in Islamabad are the result of poor planning and lack of unity,” he said. Yousafzai reiterated that the workers’ loyalty was to Imran Khan, not individual leaders. “We protested for Imran Khan and his vision, not for anyone else. The leaders owe an explanation to the workers and must reflect on their mistakes. Without accountability and reform, we risk destroying PTI’s credibility and Imran Khan’s legacy,” he warned. According to an INP news agency report, Bushra Bibi, Ali Amin Gandapur, and ex-president Dr Arif Alvi among other PTI leaders were booked in seven new cases at three police stations of Attock. Cases were registered under 23 different sections, including terrorism, attempt to murder, vandalism and others. Meanwhile, a one-day physical remand was approved for 35 PTI activists, arrested during the Islamabad protest. Five suspects from Hassanabdal police station and 30 from another police station were presented before the Rawalpindi sessions judge as the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) judge was on leave on Wednesday. The suspects faced charges under terrorism-related sections and were scheduled to appear in the ATC on Thursday (today). Separately, all the regional police officers and unit heads in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been directed to provide details of teargas shells in their areas to find if any of the stock had been misused. The directives were issued following some media reports that the PTI protesters used teargas shells available with the KP police against police in Islamabad. “All regional police officers and unit heads are requested to convey to the Central Police Office, Peshawar, about available stocks of teargas shells and the statement regarding their utilisation during the last week along with details,” stated a letter from the Central Police Office (CPO). In another development, KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi criticised the PTI for creating a law & order situation in Islamabad and said restoration of peace in KP was more important than any other issue. “I am going to Kurram tomorrow and I invite the chief minister to jointly find a solution to this serious issue by visiting the people there,” the governor told a press conference on return from Umrah. The governor told the media that over 150 people had lost lives and hundreds of others displaced in Kurram since October, but neither the chief minister nor any other leader had visited the troubled district. He said the Provincial Disaster Management Authority had nothing to provide when it was approached to help the affected people in Kurram. The governor also invited the chief minister to the all-parties conference being held in December’s first week at the Governor’s House over the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa law and order situation. Kundi said Gandapur and Bushra Bibi escaped from the protest on Tuesday night, leaving behind the poor workers in the federal capital.