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During the Thanksgiving holiday season, we pause to give thanks for our many blessings which include being able to live in what is considered to be the most progressive country in the universe. We are the envy of others. I mention this not only because of the season but also because the recent presidential election has cast a dark shadow over our efforts to unite our populace. I firmly believe there are at least four established norms or principles, if you wish, within our American culture that separate us from other countries and should drive our mindsets to be thankful rather than apprehensive. We must never forget we have had wars and rumors of wars, but we have still maintained one of the most peaceful countries in the world. Examples are the Civil War and the saber rattling by our antagonists. Our recovery from difficult times is nothing short of amazing. We should be thankful. We have had elections that may not have placed our preferred candidate in office, however, we know the election process was democratic, fair, peaceful and without fraud. We know that in authoritarian countries elections are rigged and controlled. We should be filled with gratitude. We should be thankful that our economy is one of the strongest when compared to other countries. We have an Economic Freedom Score of 70.1% . It means that, in general, we are doing a good job of meeting the needs of our populace across several quality of life measures. Last but not least, we should be thankful that we have the privilege within the law to worship and live a life based upon our personal beliefs without the interference of big government. These norms are a part of our DNA. They have been in place since our first presidential election in 1789. These guardrails have survived the test of time. Perhaps, more importantly, these norms have survived the politics of those who may have earned the right to sit behind the Resolute Desk. During this holiday season and beyond, we should be thankful, not apprehensive. George Comer, Crown Point, Indiana The bar has been lowered for elected officials I would agree that “A major part of holding public office....,” used to be to maintain some level of professionalism and integrity as referenced in the recent editorial about Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele’s DUI. I don’t believe a majority of Americans agree anymore, however. It seems that burning down the U.S. Capitol is OK, not to mention rape, fraud, lying and stealing. MJ McGuire, Elmhurst Court of flaw Special Counsel Jack Smith just agreed to pause prosecuting Donald Trump. Previously, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg agreed to delay asking for Trump to be sentenced for the 34 felonies on which he was convicted. British Prime Minister William E. Gladstone’s legal axiom, “justice delayed is justice denied,” has now been “trumped” by the newly elected U.S. president’s own axiom “justice delayed is justice.” Paul L. Newman, Merion Station, PennsylvaniaUnitedHealth projects 2025 operating cash flow below estimatesA COUPLE were heading out for a family dinner when they were mown down and killed in a horrific hit-and-run near their home. Georgina Hogg Moore, 39, and her husband Anthony Hogg, 40, were just 180 metres from their home when they were struck by a grey Audi A7. The couple were crossing a road close to Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, west Dublin, around 5.45pm on St Stephen’s Day. The mum-of-two was pronounced dead at the scene while her husband was brought to hospital before ­passing away in the early hours of this morning. The couple’s daughter Becky, who is in her teens, also suffered bruising in the ­shocking crash but her injuries aren’t life threatening. The young woman is tonight being comforted by relatives. Gardai believe she may have been pushed to safety by her brave parents. The mum’s heartbroken cousin, Carly Gray, told The Irish Sun how the family had been left devastated by the tragedy. She said: “All we can say is that Georgina and Anthony are loved beyond measure and will forever be in our hearts. “This is a devastating tragedy that has torn our family apart. Two children have been left without both parents and their daughter witnessed such trauma. Most read in Irish News “They were just going out for dinner and their lives were taken — they have been taken from us all.” In a social media post, Ms Gray also posted: “If anyone has any information on who did this, please come forward. 'WHOLE NIGHTMARE IS HARD TO COMPREHEND' “My beautiful cousin Georgina and her husband. Two children left without a mother and father over a reckless driver.” The couple, from the Whitestown Avenue area of the capital, also lost their lives just three days after Mr Hogg celebrated his 40th birthday. One resident told us: “Georgina and Anto were brilliant parents and neighbours. It’s awful to think that something so bad could ­happen to a lovely family. “They were just so friendly and decent — and the whole nightmare is hard to comprehend. 'ENTIRE COMMUNITY HAS BEEN LEFT DEVASTATED' “The entire community has been left devastated by this and we’re all just heartbroken for their poor children, family and friends.” Another resident said: “Georgina and Anto were devoted to their children — that’s all they lived for.” Following the crash, the driver of the vehicle sped away from the scene. The car was recovered by Gardai in the Tyrrelstown area over an hour after the incident. The suspected driver, aged in his late 40s, later handed himself into Blanchardstown Garda station at about 10.30pm on St Stephen’s night. PREVIOUS CONVICTIONS He’s being quizzed on ­suspicion of dangerous driving causing death. Gardai also ­confirmed they don’t believe the couple were deliberately targeted. He can be held for 24 hours before either being released or charged. The suspect is from the west Dublin area and has previous convictions for drugs but isn’t regarded as a major gangland player. 'COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE' One source told us: “It’s lucky that Gardai aren’t dealing with another death. “The couple’s daughter appears to have been hit by a wing mirror but it could have been a lot worse.” Detectives are also hoping to speak to the couple’s daughter once they have received the all-clear from medics. Fingal County Council Deputy Mayor John-Kingsley Onwumereh offered his condolences to the couple’s relatives. 'TERRIBLE INCIDENT' The Fianna Fail councillor said: “This is such a devastating incident to happen to the families and the wider community. “All our thoughts and prayers will be with those who lost their lives in this terrible incident. As the Garda probe continues, officers have urged anyone with information to come forward. READ MORE SUN STORIES They said: “Gardai appeal to ­anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. “Anyone with information is asked to contact Blanchardstown Garda station at 01 6667000 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800666111.”TORONTO — Ontario says Ottawa's tax holiday will cost the province $1 billion, but it will support the GST break for consumers. Last week, the federal Liberal government announced plans to pause the GST for two months on prepared food, toys, some types of alcohol and other holiday season staples. In provinces like Ontario, where the provincial and federal sales taxes are blended together into a harmonized sales tax, the entire HST would be removed from such items. Premier Doug Ford has said he was supportive of the move. Now, the office of Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy confirms it will remove the provincial sales tax on items not already covered under provincial rebate. Ontario has long removed the provincial portion of the harmonized sales tax from similar items listed in Ottawa's GST break plan, such as children's clothes and some food. The premiers of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island have said they want to be compensated by Ottawa for the provincial revenue lost during the tax holiday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 27, 2024. Liam Casey, The Canadian Press

An attempt by Rupert Murdoch to change who controls the future of his media empire has been blocked, according to reports in The New York Times. The newspaper claims a sealed court document accuses the 93-year-old of acting in "bad faith" by attempting to amend his family trust to benefit his eldest son, Lachlan. Currently, the trust passes control of the company equally among Mr Murdoch's four oldest children - Lachlan, James, Elisabeth and Prudence - after his death. But Nevada commissioner Edmund Gorman has rejected a bid to change the terms of the trust. Lachlan is head of Fox News parent Fox Corp and News Corp, which owns UK titles including The Sun and The Times. Mr Murdoch's proposed amendment would have blocked any interference by three of Lachlan's siblings, who are more politically moderate. US correspondent This is a storyline which could be straight out of the TV drama Succession, which many already suspected was heavily based on the Murdoch family. Rupert Murdoch, who is now 93, had been engaged in a lengthy court battle to try to hand over control of his media empire to his eldest son Lachlan when he dies. Lachlan, who is more politically conservative than his siblings, would in theory consolidate the right-wing stance of some parts of Murdoch's media empire - especially Fox News. Today a document obtained by the New York Times revealed the commissioner in the case has whole-heartedly rejected the plan to change his trust, calling it a "bad faith" deal from Murdoch and his eldest son. By bringing this case, Rupert Murdoch has made patently and painfully clear which of his children he favours. There is some fascinating detail of art imitating life as the court heard how Mr Murdoch's children had started secretly discussing a strategy for their father's death. They were prompted by an episode of Succession where media tycoon Logan Roy dies, throwing his family and empire into chaos. The reality is that there will no doubt be more family infighting, as Rupert Murdoch's lawyers say he is likely to appeal the judgment. Mr Gorman said the plan to change the trust was a "carefully crafted charade", according to The New York Times. More on Rupert Murdoch Murdoch-owned firm ends Rightmove takeover interest Rightmove to 'carefully consider' third bid by Murdoch-owned firm Succession battle: Why Rupert Murdoch and his children are fighting in court Related Topics: Rupert Murdoch The newspaper also described that, in the commissioner's opinion, it was an attempt to "permanently cement Lachlan Murdoch's executive roles" inside the empire "regardless of the impacts such control would have over the companies or the beneficiaries" of the family trust. Potentially, three of the heirs could out-vote a fourth, setting up a battle over the future of the companies. A spokesman for Mr Murdoch could not immediately be reached for comment. Follow our channel and never miss an update. Read more from Sky News: Bankers to scrutinise public sector spending Find out what is the 'Boxing Day bounce' But his lawyer, Adam Streisand, said they were disappointed with the ruling and intended to appeal, The New York Times reported. Sky News, which Mr Murdoch launched in the UK in 1989, is no longer part of his empire. At the end of 2018, Fox's film entertainment assets, such as The Simpsons and the Avatar film franchise, were sold to Disney - while the company's 39% stake in Sky was sold to Comcast .JPMorgan Chase & Co. stock outperforms market despite losses on the day

( MENAFN - Caribbean News Global) USA / SURINAME – An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Anastasia Guscina conducted discussions with the Surinamese authorities during October 29-November 12 on the 2024 Article IV and reached a staff level agreement on the 8th review of the 36-month Extended Fund Facility that was approved by the IMF's Executive Board in December 2021 . At the conclusion of the discussions, Guscina issued the following statement: “The IMF team reached a staff-level agreement with the authorities on the eighth review of Suriname's economic reform program that is supported by the EFF arrangement. All quantitative targets for the eighth review were met except the primary fiscal balance target. The authorities are taking corrective actions to meet the end-year primary balance target. Structural reforms are progressing with a strong impetus. This staff-level agreement is subject to approval by the IMF's executive board, contingent on the fulfillment of all relevant Fund policies. Upon completion of this review, Suriname will have access to SDR 46.7 million (about USD 61.3 million), bringing total program disbursements to date to SDR 383.8 million (about USD 503.8 million). “The authorities' commitment to maintaining prudent macroeconomic policies and difficult reforms are showing results in terms of macroeconomic stability and investor confidence. Economic growth is projected to reach 3 percent this year, inflation is on a steady downward trend, donor support is increasing, investor confidence is returning, and international reserves are increasing. The authorities face important near-term risks, including capacity constraints and policy implementation challenges reflecting the increasingly difficult socio-political environment. Suriname's medium-term outlook has improved significantly with the announcement of the final investment decision (FID) paving the way for offshore oil production beginning in 2028. “The fiscal path for 2024-25 has been loosened to accommodate unanticipated fiscal needs against the backdrop of the improving medium-term debt dynamics arising from the FID. The end-September primary balance target was missed because the electricity company (EBS) transferred insufficient resources to the state budget and an overrun on social assistance spending. The EBS has been hit hard by the ongoing drought (forcing a switch from hydroelectric to more expensive thermal generation) and weak bill collection. There was also a need to help rice farmers that have lost their crops due to the drought. The government is putting in place new fiscal rules and the supporting institutional arrangements to enable the country efficiently and transparently manage the upcoming oil wealth. Broader structural reforms are necessary to increase the efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the energy sector. “Protecting the poor and vulnerable remains high on the agenda. The government met the indicative target on social assistance spending for end-September 2024. Stronger efforts are needed to address the challenges in the execution of the social beneficiary program to ensure the benefits reach the intended beneficiaries, particularly in the country's interior regions. The authorities should promptly implement the recently completed strategic plan to enhance the effectiveness of social protection with the support of development partners. “Excellent progress has been made with debt restructuring. Agreements have been reached with all official and most commercial creditors and negotiations with the remaining commercial creditors are ongoing. An umbrella agreement with the Paris Club for the second phase of the debt treatment was signed in October and negotiations with individual creditors are ongoing. Domestic debt arrears have been repaid and Suriname should be ready to re-access domestic debt market in the second half of 2025. The authorities are strengthening commitment controls to prevent accumulation of supplier arrears. “The continued restrictive monetary policy stance has further reduced inflation. The Central Bank of Suriname (CBvS) is monitoring monetary developments and will continue to diligently implement open market operations to maintain the reserve money path consistent with the program targets. The CBvS remains committed to a flexible, market-determined exchange rate and is working to improve the functioning of the foreign exchange market, including through the launching of an electronic foreign exchange trading platform. “Vulnerabilities in the banking system are being addressed. Timely completion of recapitalization plans of banks with capital shortages, and prudent monitoring of capital adequacy, liquidity and asset quality of banks are essential to preserve stability in the banking sector. The CBvS also needs to increase its monitoring of non-bank financial institutions, particularly with respect to their interconnectedness with the banking system. “The authorities need to push ahead with their ambitious structural reform agenda to strengthen institutions and governance. A strong CBvS balance sheet is crucial for operational independence and the robust implementation of monetary policy. The central bank recapitalization plan, as required by the Central Bank Act, should be implemented as planned. Looking ahead, it is also important to push ahead with the broader governance reforms in anti-money laundering/combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), anti-corruption, and public sector procurement to prepare the country for the oil wealth. “The mission would like to thank the authorities for a collaborative and fruitful dialogue. Meetings were held with the president and vice president of the Republic of Suriname, the minister of finance and planning, the minister of agriculture, the minister of justice and police, the minister of internal affairs, the minister of labor, the minister of transport, communications and tourism, the central bank governor, the leadership and the finance committee of the National Assembly, other senior government officials, civil society organizations, women leaders, representatives of the private sector, and development partners. 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Cowboys set for Thanksgiving visit from Giants after ending 5-game losing streakPresident-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he has chosen Keith Kellogg, a highly decorated retired three-star general, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg, who is one of the architects of a staunchly conservative policy book that lays out an "America First" national security agenda for the incoming administration, will come into the role as Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its third year in February. The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App Trump, making the announcement on his Truth Social account, said, "He was with me right from the beginning! Together, we will secure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH, and Make America, and the World, SAFE AGAIN!" Kellogg, an 80-year-old retired army lieutenant general who has long been Trump's top adviser on defence issues, served as national security adviser to Vice-President Mike Pence, was chief of staff of the National Security Council and then stepped in as an acting security adviser for Trump after Michael Flynn resigned. As special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Kellogg will have to navigate an increasingly untenable war between the two nations. The Biden administration has begun urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of those as young as 18. The White House has pushed more than US$56 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the start of Russia's February 2022 invasion and expects to send billions more before Biden leaves office in less than two months. The U.S. has recently stepped up weapons shipments and has forgiven billions in loans provided to Kyiv. Trump has criticized the billions the Biden administration has spent in supporting Ukraine and has said he could end the war in 24 hours, comments that appear to suggest he would press Ukraine to surrender territory that Russia now occupies. As a co-chairman of the American First Policy Institute's Center for American Security, Kellogg wrote several of the chapters in the group's policy book. The book, like the Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025," is designed to lay out a Trump national security agenda and avoid the mistakes of 2016 when he entered the White House largely unprepared. Kellogg in April wrote that "bringing the Russia-Ukraine war to a close will require strong, America First leadership to deliver a peace deal and immediately end the hostilities between the two warring parties." Trump's proposed national security adviser, U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz of Florida, tweeted Wednesday that "Keith has dedicated his life to defending our great country and is committed to bringing the war in Ukraine to a peaceful resolution." Kellogg featured in multiple Trump investigations dating to his first term. He was among the administration officials who listened in on the July 2019 call between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in which Trump prodded his Ukrainian counterpart to pursue investigations into the Bidens. The call, which Kellogg would later say did not raise any concerns on his end, was at the center of the first of two House impeachment cases against Trump, who was acquitted by the Senate both times. On Jan. 6, 2021, hours before pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, Kellogg, who was then Pence's national security adviser, listened in on a heated call in which Trump told his vice president to object or delay the certification in Congress of President Joe Biden 's victory. He later told House investigators that he recalled Trump saying to Pence words to the effect of: "You're not tough enough to make the call." ------ Baldor reported from Washington. AP writer Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.

In an exclusive interview with The AJN’s director Anna Pasternak in Israel, former justice minister Ayelet Shaked has accused the Australian government of being “confused between good and evil” after she was denied a visa to travel to Australia. Shaked was invited to Australia by the Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC) to speak at a series of events across Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney, but her visa application was rejected on the grounds that she might “incite discord in the Australian community”. Shaked was last granted a visa to attend a women’s event in Australia in February 2023. “It’s just a brutal political act,” Shaked told The AJN. “The Israeli Foreign Ministry and the Ministry of the Interior informed the Albanese government that if they did not reverse their decision, they will consider re-examining the current visa waiver program we have with Australia. “It’s undemocratic and it has never happened to me before from any other country.” Shaked said Israelis are aware that the Australian government is “pretty hostile” towards Israel and that the decision to deny her a visa is more embarrassing for the Albanese government than it is for her. “It’s really shameful. The Australian government is confused between good and evil,” she said. “It is a political act committed against my country, so I’m not taking it personally. I think it mainly embarrasses them and it’s disgraceful for them.” “Countries that are allies, like Israel and Australia, cannot do such things,” said Shaked. “Australia and Israel have a very warm relationship, and we consider Australia as a strong ally of Israel, and it doesn’t matter who the government is. This government will be [an] antisemitic anecdote in the history of our bilateral relationship.” A spokesperson for Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, “The Australian government’s decision to deny a visa to former Israeli minister Ayelet Shaked is unacceptable. The decision is deeply offensive and troubling, and will have a negative impact on Israel–Australia relations.” Shaked said she is disappointed not to be speaking to the community in Australia, while AIJAC executive director Colin Rubenstein condemned the visa refusal as “a disgraceful act of hostility towards a democratic ally”. “It is extraordinary that a government that refuses to take any meaningful action against an Iranian ambassador who effectively calls for genocide would act so undiplomatically towards a friend,” he said. “This will no doubt damage relations with Israel, a country from which Australia has received so many benefits. We believe this is a cynical attempt to appear even-handed in the wake of some refusals of visas for Palestinians who have ties to, or evidence-based support for terrorism.” President of the Zionist Federation of Australia Jeremy Leibler described the decision as “baffling and deeply offensive”. He highlighted Shaked’s role in “the most diverse and centrist Israeli government in history, which included an Israeli Arab party and minister”, and questioned the government’s inconsistency. “This refusal is particularly perplexing given that this very same government granted her a visa less than two years ago,” he said. Leibler also criticised the granting of a visa to a Palestinian reportedly linked to terrorist organisations, while barring a minister from a democratic ally. “Many Australians will rightly ask: what has changed within the government between then and now?” he added. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed the application had been rejected, while opposition home affairs spokesman James Paterson said, “The Albanese government must explain why a former minister in a friendly government and someone they granted a visa to only two years ago is now such a threat they must be banned from Australia.”

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The Detroit Lions have equaled the franchise record for most consecutive victories and stand alone atop the NFC standings. They still have plenty of obstacles to clear to remain at that perch. Even the NFC North remains up for grabs and they'll try to create a little more separation when they host the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. The Lions (11-1), who have won 10 straight, haven't been able to shake free from Minnesota (10-2) or Green Bay (9-3). Detroit will host Minnesota, which has won five straight, in the regular-season finale next month. The Packers have remained in contention by winning seven of their last eight, with the only loss coming at the hands of the Lions. Detroit opened up a 21-point lead early in the third quarter and held on for a 24-14 victory. Lions coach Dan Campbell says the fun really begins now. "The best part of all of this -- we're in playoff football right now, that's where we're at," he said. "We're in December, and our schedule says that. Man, we play tough opponent after tough opponent -- we've got plenty coming up. So, man, this is the type of stuff that you live for and it's also the type of stuff that gets you ready for the tournament. "So, yeah, we're a resilient bunch and nothing's going to change that. We've just got to worry about the one in front of us." Detroit is coming off a 23-20 win over Chicago on Thanksgiving Day in which it nearly blew a 16-point lead. The Bears' poor clock management cost them an opportunity to send the game into overtime and led to coach Matt Eberflus' firing. The Lions have been hit with a wave of injuries, particularly on the defensive side. They signed four players over the past week to fortify their depth. "I know the elephant in the room is all the injuries that have happened with us on the defensive side," defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn said. "Our personnel staff does a really good job of acquiring players that fit exactly who we are. I would say this, it's not the playbook that's the most important thing for these guys to come in and learn. It's the style of play that we have and that's easy to learn." Jared Goff has thrown for six touchdowns and zero interceptions in the past three games after tossing five picks against the Houston Texans on Nov. 10. The Packers also played on Thanksgiving, defeating Miami 30-17. Green Bay opened up a 24-3 halftime lead as Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes to Jayden Reed. Now the Packers face a Detroit team that has defeated them in five of the last six meetings. "With most good teams, they play the game the right way," Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur said. "Certainly, Detroit's been doing that for a couple years now. That's who they are and that's who we are as well. It should be a great game on Thursday night." The Packers might have to win via a shootout, considering the Lions are averaging a league-best 31.9 points per game (Green Bay ranks eighth at 26.5). Stopping the running game will be key, according to LaFleur. "They're two very dynamic backs. (David) Montgomery, he's going to beat you up physically and the other guy (Jahmyr Gibbs), you've got to try to corral because he can take it the distance," he said. "Jared (Goff) is playing at an MVP level, so they've got a really potent offense." Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker (knee) and three defensive linemen -- DJ Reader (shoulder), Josh Paschal (knee) and Levi Onwezurike (hamstring) -- didn't practice on Tuesday. Offensive guard Elgton Jenkins (knee), Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring) and cornerback Corey Ballentine (knee) missed the Packers' practice. --Field Level MediaLawyer says ex-Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller met with NCAA for hours amid gambling probeThe Detroit Lions have equaled the franchise record for most consecutive victories and stand alone atop the NFC standings. They still have plenty of obstacles to clear to remain at that perch. Even the NFC North remains up for grabs and they'll try to create a little more separation when they host the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. The Lions (11-1), who have won 10 straight, haven't been able to shake free from Minnesota (10-2) or Green Bay (9-3). Detroit will host Minnesota, which has won five straight, in the regular-season finale next month. The Packers have remained in contention by winning seven of their last eight, with the only loss coming at the hands of the Lions. Detroit opened up a 21-point lead early in the third quarter and held on for a 24-14 victory. Lions coach Dan Campbell says the fun really begins now. "The best part of all of this -- we're in playoff football right now, that's where we're at," he said. "We're in December, and our schedule says that. Man, we play tough opponent after tough opponent -- we've got plenty coming up. So, man, this is the type of stuff that you live for and it's also the type of stuff that gets you ready for the tournament. "So, yeah, we're a resilient bunch and nothing's going to change that. We've just got to worry about the one in front of us." Detroit is coming off a 23-20 win over Chicago on Thanksgiving Day in which it nearly blew a 16-point lead. The Bears' poor clock management cost them an opportunity to send the game into overtime and led to coach Matt Eberflus' firing. The Lions have been hit with a wave of injuries, particularly on the defensive side. They signed four players over the past week to fortify their depth. "I know the elephant in the room is all the injuries that have happened with us on the defensive side," defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn said. "Our personnel staff does a really good job of acquiring players that fit exactly who we are. I would say this, it's not the playbook that's the most important thing for these guys to come in and learn. It's the style of play that we have and that's easy to learn." Jared Goff has thrown for six touchdowns and zero interceptions in the past three games after tossing five picks against the Houston Texans on Nov. 10. The Packers also played on Thanksgiving, defeating Miami 30-17. Green Bay opened up a 24-3 halftime lead as Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes to Jayden Reed. Now the Packers face a Detroit team that has defeated them in five of the last six meetings. "With most good teams, they play the game the right way," Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur said. "Certainly, Detroit's been doing that for a couple years now. That's who they are and that's who we are as well. It should be a great game on Thursday night." The Packers might have to win via a shootout, considering the Lions are averaging a league-best 31.9 points per game (Green Bay ranks eighth at 26.5). Stopping the running game will be key, according to LaFleur. "They're two very dynamic backs. (David) Montgomery, he's going to beat you up physically and the other guy (Jahmyr Gibbs), you've got to try to corral because he can take it the distance," he said. "Jared (Goff) is playing at an MVP level, so they've got a really potent offense." Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker (knee) and three defensive linemen -- DJ Reader (shoulder), Josh Paschal (knee) and Levi Onwezurike (hamstring) -- didn't practice on Tuesday. Offensive guard Elgton Jenkins (knee), Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring) and cornerback Corey Ballentine (knee) missed the Packers' practice. --Field Level Media