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THE M3 Bulldogs have paid their K500 fine and will take part in the NCD Governor’s Cup set to be launched today at the Sir Hubert Murray Stadium. NCD Governor’s Cup director Billy Aki said the Bulldogs have paid their dues and will be included in the draw. “They are one of the original teams to participate in the NCD Governor’s Cup and despite being penalised for their wrong doings last year, they have humbled themselves by apologising and showing remorse for their actions. “They finished as runners-up in their return after several years out, so I guess they have some unfinished business. “This is all good for the competitive nature of the challenge and may this be a warning to all participating teams to respect the laws of the game, the referees, match officials and those running the lines. “We are clamping down on violence in the game and this competition does not need you. “So, change your mindsets, encourage your supporters to behave so we all can enjoy the rugby for the festive period in the Nation’s Capital. “Teams that are deemed to inciting trouble will be penalised and even banned from taking part in future NCD Governor’s Cup tournaments,” Aki said. Aki said this message is also for the teams taking part for the first time in the soccer as well. M3 Bulldogs captain Joshua Tepi said they want to play and despite struggling to raise the money, they managed to pull through to register. “We know we were wrong and our supporters are to be blamed for this incident, but we accept and we will ensure our supporters are reminded of what will happen if they get out of line,” added Tepi. The M3 Bulldogs squad: Elizah Frank, Taka Boti, Daniel Maima, Dawson Kepe, Patrick Mandi, Freddy Novea, Ezekiel Mandi, Jason Kusanaik, Joshua Tepi (C ), Nathan Yawa, Bob Nale, Gabby Mora, Jereny Langi, Biri Mainde, Tayla Mathias, Jordan Thomas, Bradley Nelson, Tava Tambena, Jonathan Pengal, Philemon Pole, Elizah Tande, Freddy Pepan, Stanward lapa, Douglas Tandaka and Shadrick Seni. Coach Joshua Kulusi, team manager Shedrick Angopa, Club president Mathias Mandi and patron Lawrence Tua.ST. LOUIS — If the Boston Bruins hadn’t fired Jim Montgomery on Tuesday, Drew Bannister would still be the St. Louis Blues head coach. That’s how Blues general manager Doug Armstrong explained his decision to fire Bannister on Sunday morning, after just 22 games this season, and replace him with Montgomery. Advertisement “There was no inclination to make a coaching change,” Armstrong said. “When Jim got let go in Boston, he was someone I’ve respected, someone I’ve admired, someone I felt had all the attributes to be a long-term coach for the Blues. This decision was based, I would say, almost 100 percent on having someone of Jim’s caliber become available.” Montgomery and the Blues agreed on a five-year contract, and after a conference call with Armstrong and the team’s captains Sunday morning, he is expected to join the club in New York on Sunday night ahead of its game against the Rangers . The news wasn’t a complete shock. The Athletic laid out the possibility last week because the Blues weren’t living up to Armstrong’s expectations of competing for a playoff spot this season along with Montgomery’s sudden availability. The club went 39-31-6 in 76 games under Bannister. It dropped to 9-12-1 on the season after a 3-1 loss to the New York Islanders on Saturday — six points back of a wildcard spot in the Western Conference standings. In 22 games this season, the offense has scored two goals or fewer 13 times and one goal or fewer seven times. The power play is ranked 25th in the NHL (16.7 percent) and the penalty kill is No. 24 (75.9 percent). “When I talked to Drew today, the situation that we were in — a young coach learning, learning with young players — it wasn’t an easy situation for him to walk into,” Armstrong said. “I thought he did a good job. He was making mistakes. We were all making mistakes. So Drew was learning as we went on. “I was more than prepared to go through the peaks and valleys with Drew until Monty became available, and then it just felt like that might not be available over the next few years. I didn’t know when the next opportunity would come, and I felt it was the right thing to do for the Blues franchise.” The Blues had interest in Montgomery last offseason, but when Boston advanced to the second round of the playoffs, Armstrong took the interim tag off Bannister and announced a two-year contract for him to be the head coach. When asked Sunday if Montgomery was indeed the focus of the Blues’ internal discussions last summer, Armstrong replied: “He really wasn’t because he had a job. I don’t spend a lot of time on the wish list of what’s out there. Quite honestly, I didn’t spend much time thinking about Monty this summer.” Advertisement But it’s clear after Montgomery’s hiring that he would have been on the wish list had there been one. Armstrong said he’s a coach who can help the club now and in the future. “He’s really at the prime of his coaching career right now, and we’re the benefactors of that,” Armstrong said. “He’s the full package, or at least we hope he’s the full package. He can coach a team that’s evolving and coach a team that is evolved and ready to win. As we continue to learn how to be competitive on a nightly basis, Monty can push us all to get better, and then when we get there, he can take us to the promised land.” It was evident, too, that Armstrong didn’t see Bannister as that guy, making references to the fact that inexperience behind the bench can no longer be used as an excuse as the team tries to find its way in the coming weeks. Montgomery was 120-41-23 in Boston, including the highest single-season win total in NHL history (65-12-5) in 2022-23. “I go back to when Ken Hitchcock came in — coaching is not an issue,” Armstrong said. “He is a hell of a coach. The game is old. It’s 100-plus years old, and he’s got the best record in any one season. He knows how to coach. So if there were any questions marks about that, that is gone now.” Despite making the move that he felt was best for the organization, Armstrong acknowledged the perception of a coaching carousel in St. Louis, which will have its third guy behind the bench in less than a calendar year on Wednesday. Bannister was promoted to replace Craig Berube in mid-December last year. He becomes the fifth coach fired by Armstrong, after Davis Payne, Ken Hitchcock, Mike Yeo and Berube. “I certainly understand if that’s how people are viewing it,” Armstrong said. “I think the one with Craig, it was a heck of a run and a change was needed. I think Drew coming in and doing a good job as the interim was positive. We went through the process last year of thinking about other coaches and I came back that Drew had done enough to warrant the opportunity to learn on the job here in the NHL and work through that. Advertisement “As I said, I woke up (earlier this week) and had no plans of doing this type of a news conference at all. Except a coach that I believe is a difference-maker became available, and we reacted to it.” Armstrong insisted the move says nothing about the state of the Blues’ retool. “When we first talked about the retool, we used the (Los Angeles Kings’) model for three or four years, and we’re 1 1/2 years into it,” Armstrong said. “One of the things that we’re doing is we’re waiting on (Dalibor) Dvorský, (Jimmy) Snuggerud, (Otto) Stenberg, (Theo) Lindstein and (Adam) Jiricek. Those are five first-round picks that we’re excited about having. “It’s very important for me to say that our vision of where we’re at has not changed. When we said that we were going to retool, bringing in Monty today doesn’t put Dvorský, Snuggerud, Stenberg ... any closer to playing. That comes with maturity. What it does, it gives us a really good coach for today and tomorrow.” As for today, are the Blues a potential playoff team this season with Montgomery now at the helm? “Our record would indicate that no, we’re not headed to the playoffs,” Armstrong said. “I think our season to date has fluctuated. We’re obviously having a hard time on both ends of the special teams and scoring goals, and that’s not a good recipe to have success. “I think getting those ( Philip Broberg and Nick Leddy ) back will help stabilize things. Losing Robert Thomas , like we did, took away from the offense, and it hasn’t come back since he’s come back. So we have our work to do. We have a lot of things that Jim has to get organized to his satisfaction, and we’re able to move ahead.” (Photo of Jim Montgomery: Bruce Bennett / Getty Images)Besides the Big Guy himself, what’s red, white and a December holiday staple? The candy cane, of course. Our most recognizable Christmas treat has a sweet albeit unconfirmed history. While its exact inspiration is mysterious, legend goes that it was first introduced back in 1670 in Germany when a choirmaster gave out pulled sugar sticks to settle his rambunctious choirboys during live creche ceremonies. To appease naysayers, it’s said that the sticks were shaped into shepherd’s hooks for religious symbolism and increased acceptance. Another theory for the shape, however, centers around the desire to hang the sugar treats from trees. Originally white, the candy cane crossed the seas to America in 1847 with a Swedish-German immigrant who settled in Ohio and began the tradition of decorating evergreen trees with the canes and other ornaments. Historians say it was not until mass-production systems evolved that the red stripe was introduced, and along the way peppermint flavor was added to the canes. Additional Christianity-based theories say that the red color was to symbolize the blood of Jesus, and the hook was also a “J” for the same reason. From history to stocking stuffer, the candy cane’s connection to Christmas was long ago solidified. Locally, Ye Goodie Shoppe on Keene’s Main Street has been a homemade hard candy go-to for nearly 100 years. The sweet shop has most likely been pulling sugar into the popular cane shape and flavors since around the time it opened in 1931, says owner and candymaker Jason Smart, who has run the shop for the past 24 years. While the recipe for a candy cane is straightforward with simple ingredients like sugar, cream of tartar, water, flavor and color, there is a definite choice made in their recipe process that brings different results, according to Smart. “The big thing at Ye Goodie Shoppe that sets us apart is that our hard candy is made with sugar, not corn syrup,” Smart explained. “The difference, besides shelf-life, is that ours will snap in your mouth. It’s not going to stick to your teeth like canes made with corn syrup.” It’s that craveable snap that brings customers back year after year and keeps Smart busy from the weekend post-Thanksgiving through to Christmas. Each 25-pound batch yields about 100 canes and it takes him around two hours to complete start to finish. For the shop’s peppermint canes, their most popular flavor, he’ll make up to four or five batches per season, while other flavors are limited to one. Wintergreen and spearmint are runners-up in popularity, while cinnamon follows close behind. The maple canes are catching up, though. “If this is a horse race, keep your eye on it,” he joked of the maple cane. Over the years, he’s made tweaks as necessary and this year he’s adjusting the coloring of the cinnamon canes so that they’re easier to differentiate from the other flavors. “Our candy cane process is very old school,” he explained. “We don’t have machines to work the candy; it’s all manual labor. It’s a double-edged sword because there’s no equipment to maintain but my shoulder gets a little sore.” Thankfully, he has a good massage therapist and a good chiropractor, he added with a chuckle. In addition to the large canes, the shop also offers five flavors of bagged, bite-sized cane pieces that customers can purchase in individual flavors or mixed. They’re a nice option for kids, hostess gifts or to put out in a bowl for parties or family get-togethers. “They’re a big, big favorite,” he said. Business has been picking up and will continue to do so through the month, Smart said, adding that customers have been asking for Christmas products earlier and earlier every year. He expects this season to be “fast and furious” with a late Thanksgiving and only three shopping weekends before Christmas. During the week, the shop will generally see a rush around the noon hour and in the evenings. While they aren’t usually open on Sundays, he plans to be open on Sunday, Dec. 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., in order to accommodate shoppers. Currently staffing about 15 employees, he says it takes five employees daily (not including himself) to produce the handmade chocolates. They’ll make about 80 to 100 pounds of chocolates a day starting Sept. 1. But don’t wait to the last minute, he urges. At this point, the candy will last until Christmas “unless the dog gets it” and there’s no reason to delay. “I enjoy it,” he said of being Keene’s candy man. “Mostly I enjoy the open-kitchen concept and seeing the looks on kids’ faces as they watch. They really enjoy it, and I have fun with it. Sometimes I make initials for them or have them come out back if time and conditions allow.” While the lines will often be out the door of the shop starting before they open and won’t stop all day with six employees behind the counter, he says they work hard to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone. “I like to say that it’s the friendliest line you’re ever going to meet,” he said. “It’s full of old friends and colleagues. It’s a good time. Candy is a fun business so that’s the way it should be.” Ye Goodie Shoppe is located at 49 Main St. in Keene and is open Monday to Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., plus Sunday, Dec. 22. For more information, call (603) 352-0326 or visit yegoodieshoppe.com .
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What to expect from Redmi Buds 6 Pro?Fiona Donaldson and her mum had finally arrived at their hotel in Hong Kong after a long day of travel when they faced an unexpected obstacle. Login or signup to continue reading Ms Donaldson is a wheelchair user and, like more than 5.5 million Australians, encounters difficulties while travelling . "It was a well-known hotel and I booked an accessible room and we got all the way there, and it had a bath instead of a rolling shower," she said. "It was really difficult for that time that we were there but luckily I had someone with me." Ms Donaldson now works with Supported Travel eXperiences and with Spinal Life Australia has called for the federal government to declare 2025 the National Year of Accessible Tourism. The call has been supported by more than 200 businesses that participated in Queensland's Year of Accessible Tourism in 2023. Advocates argue the push could unlock billions in revenue from not just Australians but around the world . Ms Donaldson said a national framework would make it "easier" for businesses to provide for someone with a disability. "It provides a consistent approach to accessibility across the country," she said. "This will make it easier for tourism and businesses to understand and implement accessibility best practices. "It raises awareness and also it's great economically, the economic benefits ... the sky is the limit." Accessible tourism could range from ensuring ramps are in place for people with wheelchairs or walkers to ensuring staff were properly trained to help visually or hearing-impaired tourists . Youtuber Shane Hryhorec, who goes by WheelAroundTheWorld, demonstrated what bad accessibility can look like when he booked an eight-day cruise from Marseille to Florence. Despite being informed he would have an accessible room, he was faced with challenges from the beginning, including his room being on the wrong side of the ship from any elevators and a step preventing him from using the bathroom. "I really felt for that guy," Ms Donaldson said. "This is what we're up against ... I had a similar thing [in Hong Kong], but luckily, my mum was with me years ago. "It's a bit of a minefield and people are really not 100 per cent sure what accessibility means to each and every one of us." Ms Donaldson wants every Australian to promote accessibility while travelling. "If they find they're going on holidays or they're visiting somewhere on a weekend and they see a place is particularly accessible, it'd be great for them to champion it," she said. "We need advocates from all walks of life to able to get this across the line." Spinal Life Australia CEO Mark Townend said the number one priority was awareness. "People don't mean to do it wrong, they don't mean to make it hard, but they don't think," he said. "I realised how bad it was and that we actually don't treat people with disabilities correctly and we should make changes. "COVID was great because all of a sudden, the restaurant had tables that are spread out 1.5 metres, and you can get a wheelchair through." Mr Townend said the best way for Aussies to get involved was to put pressure on their local members. "Australians could ask their federal members when they're seeing them down the street or in their office, 'What are you doing about supporting accessible tourism'? "Then there's some pressure on the government and the cabinet to make a decision." Mr Townend said with just a few changes the economic impact could be huge. "In Cairns, we've run some campaigns, and those hotel operators, those entertainment facilities, they've made a few changes to make it easier for people with disabilities to come to their facilities. 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This Torontonian is the new world champion of spreadsheets, and he has the belt to prove itA would-be drug smuggler soaked a cow onesie in methamphetamine, part of a whole suitcase full of clothes he tried to sneak aboard a plane, US justice officials said Tuesday. Raj Matharu checked in two bags at Los Angeles International Airport on a flight to Sydney, Australia, the US Department of Justice said. As the cases passed through X-ray machines, customs officers became suspicious and opened them up for a closer look. There they found more than a dozen items of clothing -- including the cow onesie -- that were dried stiff and covered in a white residue, according to the department. Tests revealed the clothes had been soaked in a meth solution and allowed to dry, with more than one kilogram (2.2 pounds) of the drug concealed among the fabrics, it added. "Drug dealers are continually inventing creative ways of smuggling dangerous narcotics in pursuit of illicit profit," said United States Attorney Martin Estrada. "In the process, they are poisoning communities throughout the world." Matharu, 31, of Northridge, California, has been charged with one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. hg/bjt Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, sports, arts & entertainment, state legislature, CFD news, and more.Schieffelin has 18 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists as Clemson hands Penn State first loss 75-67
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Reigning champion Kansas City edged Carolina and Detroit ripped Indianapolis on Sunday to reach an NFL-best 10-1 while Dallas shocked arch-rival Washington to snap a five-game losing streak. Patrick Mahomes threw for 269 yards and three touchdowns and Spencer Shrader kicked a 31-yard field goal on the final play to lift Kansas City over the host Panthers 30-27. Chuba Hubbard's 1-yard touchdown run and a 2-point conversion run had put Carolina level with 1:46 remaining, setting the stage for the Chiefs' seven-play, 57-yard march to set up the winning kick. Joining the Chiefs with a 10th triumph to keep a conference lead was Detroit, with Jahmyr Gibbs rushing for 90 yards and two touchdowns and David Montgomery running for another score in the Lions' 24-6 triumph at Indianapolis. A wild finish with 38 points in the last 5:16 marked the Dallas Cowboys' 34-26 victory at Washington, where the Commanders appeared to have lost, then made an amazing comeback only to fall in the end. Cooper Rush's second touchdown pass, a 22-yarder to Luke Schoonmaker with 5:16 remaining, gave Dallas a 20-9 edge, but Jayden Daniels threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Zach Ertz and ran for a 2-point conversion to pull Washington within 20-17. KaVontae Turpin answered with a 99-yard kickoff return touchdown on the ensuing play, but again the Commanders responded as Austin Seibert kicked a 51-yard field goal and Daniels connected with Terry McLaurin on an 86-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds remaining. Seibert, however, shockingly missed the conversion kick to keep Dallas ahead 27-26 and the Cowboys added a Juanyeh Thomas 43-yard kickoff return touchdown on the next play to seal victory. At Miami, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 317 yards and four touchdowns to spark the Miami Dolphins over New England 34-15. At Chicago, Minnesota's John Parker Romo kicked a 29-yard field goal with 2:10 remaining in overtime to lift the Vikings over the host Bears 30-27. Sam Darnold threw for 330 yards and two touchdowns as the Vikings improved to 9-2. At Houston, Chig Okonkwo caught a 70-yard go-ahead touchdown pass from Will Levis in the fourth quarter as Tennessee upset the host Texans 32-27. Levis threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns and Tony Pollard ran for 119 yards and a touchdown as the Titans reached 3-8 and Houston fell to 7-5. Tampa Bay's Baker Mayfield threw for 294 yards to spark the Buccaneers over the host New York Giants 30-7. js/sev
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