Mourning the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh , U.S. President Joe Biden has called him “a true statesman” and credited his strategic vision and political courage for the unprecedented level of bilateral cooperation. Dr. Singh, who was India’s Prime Minister for ten years from 2004 to 2014, died in New Delhi on Thursday (December 27, 2024) night. He was 92. His mortal remains were consigned to flames at the Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday (December 28, 2024) amid the chanting of religious hymns. The funeral pyre was lit by his eldest daughter Upinder Singh. Manmohan Singh funeral updates "The unprecedented level of cooperation between the United States and India today would not have been possible without the Prime Minister’s strategic vision and political courage,” Dr. Biden said in a statement as he and the First Lady, Jill Biden, joined the people of India in grieving the loss of the former Prime Minister. “From forging the U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Agreement to helping launch the first Quad between Indo-Pacific partners, he charted path-breaking progress that will continue to strengthen our nations - and the world - for generations to come. He was a true statesman. A dedicated public servant. And above all, he was a kind and humble person,” Mr. Biden said. The outgoing U.S. President said he had the chance to meet Prime Minister Singh as Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in 2008 and as Vice President during his Official State Visit to the United States in 2009. “He also graciously hosted me in New Delhi in 2013. As we discussed then, the U.S.-India relationship is among the most consequential in the world. And together, as partners and friends, our nations can unlock a future of dignity and unlimited potential for all of our people,” Mr. Biden said. “During this difficult time, we recommit to this vision to which Prime Minister Singh dedicated his life. And Jill and I send our deepest condolences to former First Lady Gursharan Kaur, their three children, and all the people of India,” Mr. Biden said. U.N. chief condoles Dr. Singh’s demise U.N. chief Antonio Guterres is saddened by the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who played a “pivotal role” in shaping the nation’s “economic trajectory”. The Secretary-General expressed his “deep” condolences to Dr. Singh’s family, the government, and the people of India. Expressing condolences following Dr. Singh’s death, Mr. Guterres notes the former Prime Minister’s contributions to India and the U.N. “The Secretary-General was saddened to learn of the passing of Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India. Singh played a pivotal role in India’s recent history, particularly in shaping its economic trajectory,” a statement issued by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General, said. “As Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, Singh oversaw a period of significant economic growth and development in India. Under his leadership, India also strengthened its collaboration with the United Nations, contributing actively to global initiatives and partnerships,” the statement said. “The Secretary-General extends his deep condolences to Mr. Singh’s family and the Government and people of India,” it said. Published - December 28, 2024 07:54 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Manmohan Singh, gentleman politician who opened up India’s economy in 1991 Manmohan Singh (1932-2024) India / deathHave you ever been to a live performance of a favorite band or artist and been left a bit disappointed with the gap between their recordings that you know so well and the live sound that has plenty of energy but lacks a certain finesse or clarity? If you have experienced that, then you are not alone. It’s just as frustrating for the artists who want to produce the best live performance they can. One of the problems with live sound is the microphones that are used on stage often capture far less nuance than the large capsule condenser microphones used in most recording studios. However, the problem with studio condenser microphones is they are far too sensitive to use on stage and they are delicate instruments. A condenser mic would pick up far too much sound and probably blow the amplifiers with an endless howling loop of feedback. So, what’s the answer? Lots of live acts will use the trusty old Shure SM58, a microphone that’s been around for more than half a century. It’s not very subtle but it’s built like a tank that will take a lot of punishment. But is there a way to get the subtlety and nuance of a large-capsule condenser microphone in a design that can reject bleed from other instruments but still pick up and convey the nuances in the singer’s vocals? Lewitt thinks it’s possible and it has made a microphone to do just that. The Lewitt MTP W950. This flagship condenser microphone has the benefits of a dynamic microphone and it can be used wired or wirelessly. If you can only afford one good microphone that has to work for live shows but still has the sophistication and sensitivity for recording, then the Lewitt MTP W950 could be the one for you. Stevie Wonder certainly thinks so and he has an W9 capsule (the capsule is designated W9 while the mic’s handle is an MTP50) on his wireless mic and three MTP W950 wired microphones at his separate keyboard stations. Great praise indeed. Lewitt was founded in 2009 by Roman Perschon. His aim was to shake up microphone design using the latest innovations to create audio gear that would make life easier for beginners and music professionals alike, so they could reach the best audio quality, whether performing live or recording in a studio. The Lewitt range is extensive and underscored with a series of industry awards for its innovation. As a microphone brand, Lewitt claims to be one of the fastest-growing companies in the market. The company’s design HQ is based in Vienna, Austria, with manufacturing centered in China, where Lewitt takes an unusual approach to making microphones. Instead of shipping components halfway around the globe, the company sources what it needs where its products are made, enabling an outstanding price-to-performance ratio. With teams in Europe, China and the U.S., the company has built an international network that enables it to be close to users but still able to take advantage of advanced and cost-efficient manufacturing processes. To ensure the highest quality levels, Lewitt invested a lot of effort into an automated quality control system, which can be used to measure and test every single microphone that comes off the production line. The system enables sensitivities to be adjusted to produce microphones and other audio equipment that are consistent and reliable. The Lewitt MTP W950 answers the prayers of artists and engineers. What they want is the best sound quality while solving common issues in a live microphone that would be easy for vocalists to use and able to withstand the punishment of life on tour. The company employs some experienced live sound engineers, so it has the knowledge to tackle those issues from experience. In a rehearsal room, there often isn’t the space for setting up a full wireless mic system so a wired setup is often used instead, but that could mean using a different microphone to the one that will be used on stage. That can destroy much of the effort that’s been put into the rehearsal. For this reason, Lewitt decided the MTP W950 should be able to be used wired and wirelessly, enabling artists to seamlessly transition from the rehearsal room to the stage. The MTP W950 uses a 1-inch, true condenser capsule that is capable of studio-quality sound beyond the kind of performance that most stage mics can reproduce. The aim of the microphone’s design is to let the audience hear every detail in a singer’s voice, just as you would in a recording studio. Because artists move around on stage or might get too close to the drum kit or guitar amplifiers, that noise can spill over into the vocal mix, totally messing up the overall sound balance. To eliminate this possibility, Lewitt designed the MTP W950 to reduce the sonic bleed and spills to a minimum thanks to an industry-leading 90% rear rejection. Another common performance issue the MTP W950 addresses is cupping. The more a singer cups a mic in their hand, the more the initial cardioid pattern will turn into an omnidirectional one which can quickly create feedback problems. Lewitt uses a cupping-safe design so the artist can hold the microphone very high on the basket before it begins to change tone. In addition, a natural barrier is added to the head basket to resist the tendency for the artist to grip further up, which is something rappers often tend to do. The designers of the MTP W950 put a lot of work into drop testing the mic because the last thing you need during a live performance is for a microphone to slip out of the vocalist’s hand. The MTP W950 is designed to withstand at least six falls from a height of two meters on each side, rotated 45 degrees each time, plus two more falls against the front and back. Sounds more like it was made for a wrestling match. The output of MTP W950 is relatively high compared to many dynamic stage microphones because of the use of studio condenser technology; therefore, it doesn’t need huge amounts of gain to produce a great sound, unlike a lot of dynamic microphones. The MTP W950 has already gained some big-name followers. Caleb James is a professional audio engineer and CEO of Stay Faded LLC, a corporation taking care of the sound engineering for many big names in the music industry. “For a recent Victoria’s Secret fashion show,” says James, “Rapper Lalisa Manobal of Blackpink planned to perform using her usual custom microphone. However, when she stepped on stage, the mic proved unusable due to poor vocal isolation. The venue, which resembled an old and abandoned warehouse is notorious for problematic audio reflections which aggravated the issue. The sound quality was simply not up to par.” “Fortunately, I had the Lewitt W9 capsule on hand. We quickly swapped it in and adjusted the polar pattern to super-cardioid under the grille to enhance vocal isolation. The difference was remarkable—Lisa’s vocals stood out in the mix and delivered exceptional clarity. Despite the challenging acoustics of the room, the Lewitt W9 truly saved the day.” Another name that James works with is Stevie Wonder. The great man has an MTP W9 capsule on his wireless mic and uses three MTP W950 wired microphones at his separate keyboard stations. Then there are six W9 capsules for his background singers’ wireless mics. “I love the many built-in switchable options under the grille of all these Lewitt capsules, which includes a 12db pad, low-cut filter and cardioid/super-cardioid polar patterns. All the capsules on stage are set to super cardioid with low-cut and the 12db pad engaged. This allowed us to lower the noise floor from the stage bleed into the capsules, which provided optimal vocal isolation. The setup worked flawlessly and delivered exceptional audio clarity even with Stevie’s full band, choir and a 12-piece orchestra performing together on stage,” says James. “Switching gears a little with the artist Lil Yachty, the Lewitt W9 shines once again. I use the 12dB pad to handle the extreme SPL levels coming from his excited rap vocals. The capsule performs exceptionally well with its mic-handling technique as well. He tends to cup the mic a bit and even while doing so the response curve of the vocal isn’t drastically degraded as it would from most other microphone capsules.” Verdict: The Lewitt MTP W950 is truly a mic for all reasons. It’s unusual to see a condenser microphone on stage that can also shine in the studio. And yet, because it is priced competitively, artists don’t have to pay a fortune to get the best of both worlds. The combination of Austrian design an engineering, along with cost-effective manufacturing and a workforce that seems fanatically dedicated to music making, suggest the MTP W950 has a long and bright future ahead which could see it become as ubiquitous as the evergreen Shure SM58, albeit with a bit more nuance as well as the benefits and subtleties of a classic condenser microphone. Pricing & Availability: The Lewitt Audio MTP W950 is available now from the Lewitt website priced at $689 / £689 / €689. Tech Specs:
By Kemberley Washington, CPA, Bankrate.com (TNS) As the end of the year approaches, now’s the time to start preparing for filing your 2024 tax return in 2025. When it comes to tax strategies, generally Dec. 31 is the deadline to make changes that might lower your tax bill. One major exception is the deadline for contributing to a Roth or traditional IRA : You have until April 15, 2025, to make a contribution to a Roth or traditional IRA for tax year 2024. If you qualify for deductible IRA contributions , then a contribution to your traditional IRA can reduce your taxable income for 2024. Here are tips and strategies to prepare now for the 2025 tax-filing deadline. If you had significant changes in your life in 2024 — maybe you got married or divorced, started your own business, or had to claim unemployment benefits — your taxes may be more complicated. As a result, you might need to hire a certified public accountant (CPA), enrolled agent (EA) or other tax professional to prepare and file your taxes. If you decide to hire someone, it’s best to start planning for that sooner rather than later. Waiting until the calendar flips to April could cost you. The average fee for a professional to prepare and file a simple Form 1040 tax return, with no itemized deductions, is about $220, according to a survey by the National Society of Accountants in 2020-2021, the most recent data available. But that amount rises quickly for more complex returns, and varies depending on where you live. For example, a Form 1040 with itemized deductions costs an average of $432 in states on the Pacific Coast, compared with $285 in New England. No matter where you live, prices usually rise as the tax deadline approaches, so it’s smart to start searching for a tax pro soon. If you’re uncomfortable doing your taxes on your own and can’t afford a CPA, enrolled agent or other tax pro, or to pay for tax software , there are free options to consider. The IRS currently offers three ways to prepare your taxes for free: •With the IRS Free File program, the IRS partners with for-profit tax-software companies that offer free tax-prep software to eligible taxpayers so they can file their federal tax returns for free. Some taxpayers may also qualify for a free state tax filing, depending on the software provider. In January, the IRS will announce the income limit to qualify for the program for the 2025 tax season (for filing 2024 tax returns). For the 2024 tax season (2023 tax returns), taxpayers’ adjusted gross income (AGI) couldn’t exceed $79,000. •The IRS also offers its Direct File program, a free tool that allows you to file your federal income tax return directly with the IRS at no cost. The program supports simple tax returns and is available only in certain states. Check to see if you qualify here. •Another free-filing option is the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. IRS-certified volunteers offer free basic tax preparation in person to people who earn less than $67,000 a year, are disabled or whose English is limited. The IRS has an online location tool for hundreds of free tax preparation sites in the U.S. (the locator tool is updated from February through April). Some VITA sites also offer online tax-prep assistance. Now is a good time to create an IRS online account. If you want to see your Form 1040 from last year, or you’re missing a prior year Form W-2 or mortgage interest statement, you can find your documents using this free tax tool. Another benefit of creating an IRS online account is that it allows you to quickly obtain your prior year’s tax information without sitting on the phone for hours with an IRS representative, says Carl Johnson, a certified public accountant in New Orleans. An IRS online account also lets you view your account balance and payment history for each year. You can also create a payment plan to settle your federal income tax debt within minutes. If you’re 73 years old and have enjoyed watching your 401(k) or IRA grow tax-free without touching it, remember that the IRS is going to want its share each year. That means you’ll have to make withdrawals — and pay income tax. If you turned 73 in 2024, plan to take your required minimum distribution (RMD) at the latest by April 1, 2025. Read this IRS bulletin for more information. The amount of your RMDs is based on your age and the year-end values of your retirement accounts. A Roth IRA has two big tax advantages over a traditional IRA : Qualified withdrawals are not considered income for federal (and usually state) tax purposes, and you don’t have to take distributions from a Roth every year once you reach age 73. Converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA may save you money in the long run. Just know that when you convert an IRA to a Roth, it’s considered taxable income, which will raise your tax bill for that year. Generally, it’s best to convert to a Roth IRA when you’re in a low-income year. As tax season approaches, many people start receiving phone calls, emails and texts from entities claiming to be the IRS. Be wary, and understand that these are scams. Typically, the IRS will mail you a notice before using any other method of communication to notify you concerning issues with your tax return. The IRS won’t reach out via social media or text messaging. Relatedly, the IRS warns taxpayers to be careful when choosing a tax preparer. Taking time to vet your tax preparer is crucial to protect yourself from tax scams and fraud. Before hiring a tax professional, search that person’s name in the IRS database of federal tax return preparers to avoid dishonest “professionals.” “Taxpayers should check the tax professional’s credentials,” Johnson says. Tax pros without credentials “may take questionable positions without any degree of scrutiny or fear of losing their access to the profession,” Johnson says. Taxpayers who don’t file a tax return and owe a tax bill, or who file but don’t pay their tax bill on time, risk severe penalties. The IRS can even seize assets if necessary. Respond quickly if the IRS has been sending you letters because it found an error on your return or claims you owe back taxes. Typically, the IRS will send you a notice if you have a balance due, changes were made to your tax return, or the agency needs additional information. “If you ignore a collection letter from the IRS, you may face wage garnishments, liens, bank levies, and other adverse action. And in some cases, the amount due may increase for failure to respond,” Johnson says. Keep in mind the IRS does offer installment plans and other payment plans. Make copies of your correspondence and use only the U.S. Postal Service, the postmark from which is your proof of timeliness when responding. But whatever you do, don’t ignore the IRS because this may cause more issues in the future. ©2024 Bankrate.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams keep doing just enough to win, and a team that appeared to be rebuilding this season has climbed all the way to the brink of another playoff berth. The Rams improved to 9-6 and took control of the NFC West on Sunday with their fourth straight victory since Thanksgiving. Their 19-9 win over the New York Jets in sub-freezing temperatures was not dominant — they trailed 9-6 entering the fourth quarter, and they were outgained by nearly 100 yards — but Los Angeles still matched its largest margin of victory this season and continued to look like a looming nightmare for any postseason opponent. The Rams have now won eight of 10 since their bye week, when they were 1-4 and the NFL world wondered whether they would trade Super Bowl MVP receiver Cooper Kupp or even quarterback Matthew Stafford to spur their roster reboot. Los Angeles decided not to punt its season, and Sean McVay's team has driven from last to first. “You don’t want to ride the emotional roller coaster that these games can take you on,” McVay said Monday. “You do have the ability to stay steady, to stay the course and try to right the ship. Certainly that’s not complete by any stretch, but our guys have done an excellent job of not allowing the way that we started, especially in those first five games, to affect what we did coming off that bye.” The Rams also have clinched their seventh winning record in eight regular seasons under McVay — an achievement that shouldn’t get lost in the recent successes of a franchise that had 13 consecutive non-winning seasons before it rolled the dice and hired a 30-year-old head coach back in 2017. After winning it all in February 2022 and then having the worst season by a defending Super Bowl champion in NFL history, the Rams have made the most of their time in between true powerhouse status and a major rebuild. They also started slowly last year, entering their bye at 3-6 before a 7-1 finish. The Rams can become the first team in NFL history to make back-to-back postseason appearances after being three games under .500 each year. These Rams don't stand out on either side of the ball, although their talent level appears to be higher on offense than defense. Instead, they've mastered a delicate balance of complementary football — the offense and defense covering each other's weaknesses and setting up their teammates for success. The Rams have scored more than 30 points just once all season, and they managed only 31 points in their last two games combined. Their defense has allowed only one touchdown in the past two games — but right before that, Josh Allen and the Bills racked up 42 points and 445 yards in the most recent of a few defensive stinkers from LA this season. The Rams keep winning anyway, and now they can clinch McVay's fourth NFC West title by beating Seattle in two weeks. “Fortunately, we’re in a position where you don’t necessarily have to rely on other things to happen if you just handle your business,” McVay said. Kyren Williams and the offensive line are driving the Rams' offense. After a slow start caused partly by McVay being forced to abandon the running game when the Rams repeatedly fell behind early, the 2023 Pro Bowler has surged to career highs of 1,243 yards and 13 rushing touchdowns with his 122-yard performance in New York. Stafford's 110 yards passing were his fewest with the Rams and the second-fewest in his 16-year career from a full game. Sunday's weather was a major factor, but the Rams must throw the ball effectively to somebody other than Puka Nacua. Kupp has just 193 yards receiving in his past five games combined. Defensive back Jaylen McCollough made a career-high nine tackles in only 31 snaps. The undrafted rookie continues to be a remarkable find, earning playing time alongside veteran safeties Quentin Lake and Kam Curl and fellow rookie Kam Kinchens. CB Cobie Durant didn't play for the second straight week despite being cleared to return from his bruised lung. Veteran Ahkello Witherspoon got every snap in place of Durant, who started LA's first 13 games. McVay praised Witherspoon's recent play when asked why Durant didn't get on the field in New Jersey. The Rams' improved health, particularly on both lines, is the key to their surge. McVay reported no new injuries out of the road trip following Tyler Higbee's successful season debut. 12-1 — The Rams’ record in December with Stafford as their starter over his four years in LA. The Rams need to win at least one of their final two games to wrap up their first NFC West crown since 2021. They host eliminated Arizona on Saturday night, but can't clinch the division unless the Seahawks lose to moribund Chicago. The Rams are currently the NFC's third seed, but that doesn't matter a whole lot because both the third and fourth seeds will have to play one of the NFC North's two powerful wild-card teams in the opening round. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/NFLTevogen Bio to Host Panel Discussions "AI In Biopharma: Next Frontier of Medical Innovation" and "Pioneering the Economics of Health: Balancing Access and Outcomes" During J.P. Morgan Healthcare ConferenceAP News Summary at 1:48 p.m. EST
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