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Like any NFL game, there are always questions about officiating. However, one sequence that led to a Cleveland Browns touchdown drive to give them a 24-19 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers came into question. On a third down play, Browns quarterback Jameis Winston was being sacked but threw a ball near the line of scrimmage. Browns center Ethan Pocic caught the ball, but the debate was whether the penalty should be intentional grounding or illegal touching. #PITvsCLE jameis winston's illegal touch pass play that was initially ruled intentional grounding. it apppears he was trying to throw it deep to the two receivers in the middle of the field. luckily for him, he couldn't get it off, because otherwise may have been INT pic.twitter.com/i4hHOhDTWT The wrinkle in the play is that Browns' backup offensive lineman Michael Dunn had checked in before the play and was eligible. He was in the area. “In terms of intentional grounding, the quarterback was contacted, impacting the throw, and the crew confirmed that No. 68 had reported as eligible, and he was in the vicinity,” the NFL told Pro Football Talk. The excerpt in the rulebook says that not only can intentional grounding not be called if a defender hurts the throwing motion as Patrick Queen does here, but also that there has to be an intentional pass with no one in the area. It seems both do not apply. “It is a foul for intentional grounding if a passer, facing an imminent loss of yardage because of pressure from the defense, throws a forward pass without a realistic chance of completion. A realistic chance of completion is defined as a pass that is thrown in the direction of and lands in the vicinity of an originally eligible offensive receiver.” As such, despite multiple calls in the game going against the Steelers, it does seem like the NFL referees nailed this one, and it should have only been a loss of five. BETTING: Check out our guide to the best PA sportsbooks , where our team of sports betting experts has reviewed the experience, payout speed, parlay options and quality of odds for multiple sportsbooks. More Pittsburgh Steelers News Pittsburgh Steelers offensive rock bottom illustrated in one wild stat Browns social media account takes shot at T.J. Watt after Steelers loss Pittsburgh Steelers' Justin Fields package has cloudy future in offense Super Bowl Champion rips Steelers’ Justin Fields package: ‘I don’t like it’ Former Pittsburgh Steelers first-round pick gets revenge in Browns winThe chief technology officer at Foot Locker, Butler brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across all areas of technology to the Board NORFOLK, Va. , Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PRA Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRAA), a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, announced today that Adrian Butler has been elected as an independent director of the company, effective January 1, 2025 . Butler is the chief technology officer (CTO) of Foot Locker, Inc., a leading global footwear and apparel retailer with approximately 2,450 retail stores in 26 countries across North America , Europe , Asia , Australia and New Zealand , and a licensed store presence in the Middle East and Asia . As Foot Locker's CTO, Butler is responsible for driving technology strategy, innovation and delivery across their digital, data and analytics, supply chain/merchandising and omni-channel experiences. Prior to this role, he was chief information officer at Casey's General Stores, Inc., and senior vice president of information technology and chief information officer at Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee's and IHOP restaurants. He also served as vice president in the technology services division at Target Corporation. In addition to serving on boards such as Potbelly Corporation and Grambling University Foundation, his alma mater, Butler is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, including Los Angeles Business Journal's CIO of the Year, CIO Magazine's CIO 100, Computerworld's Premier 100 IT Leaders, Board Prospects' 50 Military Veteran Board Members Making a Difference and the 500 Most Powerful Business Leaders in Dallas-Fort Worth . "We are thrilled to welcome Adrian to the Board," said Steve Fredrickson, PRA Group Board chairman. "Adrian is an experienced public company board member and business leader with demonstrated success driving technology innovations to transform large global organizations across multiple industries after serving as captain in the United States Air Force. His business and technology insights and expertise will be invaluable to the Board and management as we continue to advance our IT strategy and preparedness in support of initiatives that drive profitable growth." "I am honored to join the talented Board at PRA Group as a strategic business partner and contribute my experience to support its continued growth and success around the globe," said Butler. About PRA Group As a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, PRA Group, Inc. returns capital to banks and other creditors to help expand financial services for consumers in the Americas, Europe and Australia . With thousands of employees worldwide, PRA Group companies collaborate with customers to help them resolve their debt. For more information, please visit www.pragroup.com . News Media Contact: Elizabeth Kersey Senior Vice President, Communications and Public Policy (757) 641-0558 Elizabeth.Kersey@PRAGroup.com Investor Contact: Najim Mostamand , CFA Vice President, Investor Relations (757) 431-7913 IR@PRAGroup.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/adrian-butler-elected-to-pra-group-board-of-directors-302334284.html SOURCE PRA Group, Inc.

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Two Republican lawmakers are focused on a skyward threat. Reps. of Texas and of Florida will conduct a hearing Tuesday to examine the full scope of threats posed to the nation’s homeland security by unmanned aerial systems — also known as UAS — or drones. The two lawmakers are the chairmen of, respectively, the House Homeland Security’s subcommittees on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement and Intelligence and on Transportation and Maritime Security. “In the wrong hands, drone technology has the potential to negatively impact the essential mission of law enforcement agencies, disrupt our critical infrastructure, and even surveil sensitive U.S. military and other sites in the homeland,” they said in a joint written statement shared with Inside the Beltway. “As these threats evolve rapidly, Congress must be prepared to meet the moment to ensure law enforcement has the necessary authorities and tools to swiftly detect, track, and mitigate hostile drone activity. We are eager to hear from FBI, DOJ, and CBP officials, as well as private sector stakeholders, to gain a deeper understanding of the emerging threats posed by the malicious use of drones in the United States and to explore how law enforcement can more effectively address these threats,” the two chairmen said. The hearing will be live-streamed on YouTube at 2 p.m. The National Republican Senatorial Committee has an innovative way to engage voters and also perhaps seek a contribution — a quiz about President-elect . “How well do you know Trump?” an introduction to the online quiz asks. “Take the official Trump quiz and see if you can get an A+,” it suggests. Meanwhile, here’s a few of the 10 questions to consider, verbatim from the quiz: What year was Trump born? What did Trump get his college degree in? What is Trump’s favorite fast food? What is Trump’s middle name? The aforementioned committee released the quiz Sunday. It was conducted by WinRed, a U.S.-based fundraising platform for Republican and conservative political campaigns. A new book has a forthright theme, and the title tells all: “Under His Wings: How Faith on the Front Lines Has Protected American Troops.” The author is , co-host of “Outnumbered” on Fox News — and her book has been named to the list of “Best Books of 2024” by BarnesandNoble.com. “In this celebration of faith and freedom, Fox News Co-Host Emily Compagno shares first person accounts that show the profound role belief in God has played in the lives of U.S. military service members as they served in combat from World War I to today — commemorating the courage, camaraderie, spirit, and sacrifice of America’s heroes,” the site said. Ms. Compagno’s book also leads the “most sold” list at amazon.com, and is ranked No. 2 at the site’s Christian books and Bibles category. The book was published by HarperCollins on Nov. 26. “President won the 2024 presidential election with an historic mandate. As the first Republican to win the popular vote in two decades, President Trump did so by stitching together the broadest, most diverse coalition in modern history,” Mr. Trump’s campaign noted in a statement released Nov. 8. Does the public agree? “Yes, President-elect Donald Trump has a mandate, most voters believe. Winning both the popular vote and the Electoral College makes the 2024 election a mandate for Donald Trump to implement his policy agenda, according to a majority of voters,” advises Rasmussen Reports in an analysis released Sunday. The national telephone and online survey found that 55% of likely U.S. voters believe the election is “a mandate for Trump to enact the policies he campaigned on. Another 32% disagree, while 13% are not sure whether the election is a mandate. The survey of 1,291 likely U.S. voters was conducted online and by telephone Dec. 1-3. Rep. , Kentucky Republican, has been cited by the 60 Plus Association, a nonpartisan senior-advocacy group, for his work on cutting seniors’ taxes. “Hats off to Congressman Tom Massie for introducing a bill to eliminate taxing senior citizens’ Social Security payments. Seniors have paid into the system their entire working lives and for many, this is the primary source of retirement income,” , chairman of the association, said in a written statement shared with Inside the Beltway. “Taxing Social Security just doesn’t make sense. We feed ’the beast’ and see billions of dollars wasted on silly programs. Let seniors keep more of their retirement income,” Mr. Anuzis said. The 60 Plus Association and the American Association of Senior Citizens — also a nonprofit group — have presented Mr. Massie with their ’Legislator of the Month’ award for his efforts. “Although seniors have already paid tax on their Social Security contributions via the payroll tax, they are still required to list these benefits as taxable income on their tax returns,” Mr. Massie said, also in a written statement. “This is simply a way for Congress to obtain more revenue for the federal government at the expense of seniors who have already paid into Social Security. My bill would exempt Social Security retirement benefits from taxation and boost the retirement income of millions of older Americans,” he noted. And here’s a little background: The Senior Citizens Tax Elimination Act was originally introduced in 2003 by Rep. , Texas Republican. Mr. Massie, meanwhile, has introduced this bill before each Congress since he took office in 2013. • 44% of registered Canadian voters say they would vote for the Conservative Party of Canada if the nation’s federal election were held today. • 21% of Canadian voters would vote for Liberal Party of Canada. • 20% would vote for the New Democratic Party. • 7% would vote for Bloc Quebecois. • 5% would vote for the Green Party. • 2% would vote for the People’s Party of Canada. • 1% are undecided. SOURCE: An Abacus Data national survey of 2,720 Canadian adults conducted online Nov. 29-Dec. 4 and released Sunday. Copyright © 2024 The Washington Times, LLC. .

The Rev. Jodi Hayashida stands Tuesday in front of Maine People’s Alliance on Lisbon Street in Lewiston. Russ Dillingham/Sun Journal AUBURN — The Rev. Jodi Hayashida served for over two decades as the First Universalist Church congregation’s spiritual guide before moving on to a mission well beyond church walls into communities across the state. Now spearheading Multifaith Justice Maine (MJM), Hayashida is channeling a passion for faith and social justice into a movement of inclusivity, one that unites those of many faiths to create systemic change. Raised in the Boston suburb of Bedford, Massachusetts, Hayashida said her mother’s family is from Maine, dating back centuries. “Even though I’m technically from away,” she laughed, “I feel like I should get some credit for deep Maine roots.” After years of living and working in Auburn, she’s planted her own roots firmly in the state, where her ministry continues to grow in new ways. As a lifelong Unitarian Universalist who went to seminary straight out of college, Hayashida’s beliefs have been shaped by the teachings of a tradition that encourages and promotes development of personal faith. But her faith, she explained, is dynamic, evolving over time and shaped by the complexities of real life. “Our beliefs don’t exist in a vacuum,” she said. “They are constantly tested and refined by the simple act of living. Sometimes, that means my beliefs demand I change the way I live. At other times, reality has changed my beliefs.” Adaptation led Hayashida to what she calls “community ministry,” which she said means to “care for the world outside the walls of the local congregation.” It’s a place where the hunger for spiritual nourishment and desire for justice aren’t limited to parish walls or a single community of faith. As the director of MJM, a coalition organized under the Maine People’s Alliance, Hayashida has been working toward unification of people across the state who are in pursuit of a more just society. “Multifaith Justice Maine builds power across the lines of our diverse spiritual and religious beliefs as we work collectively to create a just and radically loving society,” Hayashida said. The organization’s work, she said, ranges from advocacy and bearing public witness, to legislative action and community-building. These efforts are all toward what Hayashida describes as “a beloved community that embraces and supports all.” Since beginning her work at MJM last year, Hayashida has addressed some of Maine’s most pressing issues, like training poll chaplains to ensure voters feel safe at the polls, advocating for housing as a human right and reframing substance use disorder as a public health issue. These issues, and many more, are not just political issues but moral imperatives rooted in a respect for the sacredness of all life, she said. For Hayashida, the essence of faith is found in a radical and reverent care for one another and in recognizing that “the holiness of this world is ultimately a mystery beyond our comprehension.” She said it’s a holiness woven into every part of life. Hayashida’s theology is far from traditional, so rather than engaging in what she calls old-school, patriarchal, academic theology, she prefers contemporary theologians, poets and thinkers broadening the “collective understanding of where and how holiness is made manifest in this world.” She said the fresh approach to faith has helped her connect with people across religious divides and not just in moments of shared worship, but also through collective action and organizing. “Connecting with people outside of my own faith tradition is as easy as connecting with people, period,” Hayashida said, adding that whether through her involvement in the Lewiston/Auburn Multifaith Association or simply by engaging with neighbors, she sees every interaction as an opportunity to foster understanding and compassion. Yet, she admitted, reconciling different belief systems can be challenging. It requires a solid dose of humility and is often an “invitation to meet the Holy in ever-expanding form.” That, she said, is a process of embracing one’s own faith without imposing it on others. After decades of ministry, Hayashida believes that her faith has one constant: the recognition of holiness in every life. “If we look deeply enough, we can witness the seed of holiness in every single life ... and once we see it, it becomes impossible to unsee it,” she said. For her, the ability to recognize the sacred in all things is a source of profound joy and heartbreak — a necessary foundation for the work of justice. Hayashida’s work may have shifted away from the parish, but her ministry continues through the building of cross-faith bridges and championing justice through the kind of faith that isn’t confined to walls, and through a shared struggle for a beloved community honoring the dignity of all. Comments are not available on this story. Send questions/comments to the editors. « Previous

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BOSTON, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This month marks the 125 th anniversary of Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP, one of the country’s premier and most innovative law firms. We are proud of Choate’s past, and even more excited about its future. We want to thank those who are most responsible for the Firm’s success. First, to our clients, our gratitude for entrusting us with your important matters for 125 years and giving us the opportunity and privilege to contribute to your success. Second, thanks to our entire team at Choate and all our alumni. We have thrived by focusing on the delivery of an exceptional experience for our clients and the best and brightest talent which joins us, and creating a culture and community that inspires the highest energy and standards, relentless positivity, and a shared commitment to our clients and each other. In 1899, Charles F. Choate, Jr. and John L. Hall formed a new law firm in Boston and quickly made a name for themselves as top-flight trial lawyers. Five years later, they persuaded Ralph A. Stewart of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office to become their partner. The Firm flourished and was deeply involved in the most complex and important cases of the day, including antitrust and railroad battles among many other notable cases. From the start, Choate has been committed to excellence and giving back to the communities who have been so generous to us. Giving back has included important pro bono work, contributing to charities and local organizations, and our colleagues serving in important government and judiciary positions. We have very intentionally built Choate to be different from the other high-end firms with which we compete. We believe our differences offer unusual benefits to our clients and talent, and Choate stands out in a legal marketplace that is crowded, intensely competitive and populated by firms which increasingly look, act, and think alike. In addition to operating as a true partnership, our key differences include: High Focus . We focus on a core group of strategic areas where we practice at the highest level and represent clients in some of their most important matters across the US and internationally. Our core areas are private equity and M&A, finance and restructuring, life sciences and technology, complex litigation, and wealth management/family office. Choate’s goal is to be the firm of choice in each of the areas in which we practice, and to earn long-term trusted advisor relationships with our clients. Our success in this mission is reflected in the roster of market-leading clients we represent. Choate’s strategy is the opposite of trying to be all things to all people. Teamwork & Collaboration that Comes from our One Office One City Model . We conduct our national and international practice from a single office – ours happens to be in Boston. Teamwork, collaboration, flexibility, creativity, and innovation all matter in solving legal problems in “real time.” We are all under one roof, know each other well, and work together in teams every day. This allows us to communicate quickly, share knowledge easily and efficiently, and respond to our clients’ needs seamlessly and immediately, in ways that multi-office, much larger and less flexible firms often cannot. Partner Attention . Our partners are deeply involved in doing the work for which our clients hire us. They bring decades of experience to help clients achieve their goals, and also provide hands-on training to our talent, helping them develop more quickly than the talent at other firms where more junior associates are often mostly learning from only slightly more senior associates. The world for major law firms has changed dramatically since the Firm’s early days, and the pace of change has accelerated in just the last 5 or 10 years. Choate has anticipated, embraced, and thrived in this changing world, and our innovative model allows us to capitalize on our opportunities in the marketplace. Choate ranks highly on many lists, including 10 th nationally on the American Lawyer 2023 value per lawyer metric, and receives many awards and recognitions. Those are all important, but we measure ourselves based on the experience and results we provide for our clients, our contributions to their success and the relationships we earn with them. Maybe more important than how Choate has changed is how the Firm has stayed the same throughout our history. The core values Mr. Choate and Mr. Hall had when they started the Firm 125 years ago remain the keys to our success today: a commitment to excellence, client service, teamwork and collaboration, and a belief that the golden rule of treating others the way you would want to be treated is a hallmark of any great organization. About Choate Choate is intentionally different from the other leading firms with which we compete, and we believe those differences benefit our clients and the top of the market talent which thrives here. We focus on a core group of areas where we represent clients across the United States and internationally on some of their most important matters and transactions. Choate’s areas of focus include finance and restructuring, high-stakes complex litigation (including IP litigation, government enforcement and compliance, and insurance/reinsurance, and business and financial litigation), life sciences and intellectual property, private equity/M&A, and wealth management. Choate’s partners and practice areas consistently receive recognition in Chambers USA , Legal 500 , Best Lawyers , and Benchmark Litigation , among many others. For more information, please visit choate.com.A popular Wellington bakery has announced its closure one week after winning a hospitality award , while another has been put into liquidation. Myrtle Bakery on Kent Terrace in Mount Victoria won outstanding bakery at the 'unofficial' Welly Hospo Awards, which were hurriedly organised after the Felix Wellington Hospitality Awards were postponed after a challenging year in the industry . Owners Sarah Bullock and Jacob Brown posted news of the closure on social media. "It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the closure of Myrtle Bakery, as our cherished site is no longer available to house us," they wrote. "The character of the building, its unique position, and the warmth and support of the people who visit us, are not just part of our story - they are our story ... Without them, we feel it is impossible to simply relocate and remain true to who we are." The bakery had been open for three years, and its last day will be 21 December, they said. Myrtle regularly had queues out the door. Patrons commented on the post saying they were devastated, and that the cafe was adored. But the owners hinted they could be on to a new project. "This is not necessarily the last you'll see of us. Having some downtime will undoubtedly inspire new ideas and who knows where that might lead." The pair also own The Larder in Miramar, where they live. Meanwhile, Alamir Bakery - also based in Miramar - was put into liquidation on 3 December, according to the Companies Office. The company had been making pita, hummus, falafel, tahini and other Lebanese food for three decades. It began as The Delicious Lebanese Snack Co in a small commercial kitchen supplying local eateries, and grew to be stocked by supermarkets across the country from 2017, its website said. Heath Gair from Palliser Insolvency Limited is the appointed liquidator. Another Wellington store on Ghuznee Street, design, homeware and clothing boutique Kaukau, also announced its closure on social media on Sunday. " After almost a decade on the street, this will be our final kirihimete, closing our doors to these purple walls in early 2025," said owners Nadya France-White and Prak Sritharan. The Ghuznee Street community meant a lot to them and had shaped their lives, they said. "We still believe so much in retail and people's desire to experience something special. But as a young whānau this feels like the right time for us to step away." They had some "special projects" planned before the closure, they said. All three businesses have been approached for comment. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.

NoneTexas A&M landed a trio of commitments — Mesquite Horn five-star offensive tackle Lamont Rogers, Tennessee four-star running back Jamarion Morrow, and Montgomery Lake Creek three-star quarterback Eli Morcos — to its 2025 recruiting class on Tuesday. The early signing period begins Wednesday. The Aggies currently have 24 commits in their class that is ranked ninth nationally, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings, and are in line to maintain a top 10 class in Mike Elko's first full recruiting cycle as A&M's head coach. A&M now has six top 100 players pledged to sign this week, but Elko and his staff are eyeballing adding more top-end talent to that group. Both Rogers and Morrow flipped their commitments from Missouri to A&M. Rogers (6-foot-6, 310 pounds) is the 27th overall prospect in the 2025 class and A&M’s highest-rated pledge. He announced his decommitment from Missouri on Monday. The Aggies now have six offensive linemen committed in their 2025 class. Morrow (5-9, 180) is from the Memphis area and had been committed to Missouri since June. Morcos (6-1, 200) was a three-year letterwinner and two-year starter for Lake Creek. This fall, he completed 63.4% of his passes for 2,144 yards and 15 touchdowns. He also ran for 471 yards and six touchdowns. He flipped his commitment from Tulsa after he visited A&M over the weekend for the Aggies’ rivalry game vs. Texas. A&M now has two quarterbacks committed in its 2025 class after Florida four-star quarterback Brady Hart, who flipped his commitment from Michigan to A&M last Friday and will reclassify from the class of 2026 to 2025. Tuesday's additions did result in one subtraction to A&M's class. Prosper four-star offensive lineman Connor Carty announced his decommitment from the Aggies on Tuesday afternoon after the trio of commitments. A&M is in contention to add more prospects to its 2025 recruiting class, according to national recruiting analysts. The Aggies are in pursuit of Utah five-star wide receiver Jerome Myles, who decommitted from Southern California on Sunday. Multiple outlets reported Myles visited A&M this weekend. A twist was thrown on Monday, though, when Myles told On3’s Hayes Fawcett that he won’t be signing during the early signing period this week. Myles is high school teammates with 2026 A&M quarterback commit Helaman Casuga. Another 2025 prospect, Louisiana four-star linebacker Keylan Moses, reportedly visited A&M this past weekend. Moses is a Baton Rouge native committed to hometown LSU since last November. Last year, A&M signed just 16 players out of the high school ranks and the Aggies’ 2024 class was ranked 19th nationally in the 247Sports Composite rankings. Elko went heavy in the transfer portal to build out the roster, though. The Aggies signed 28 transfers, a number of which were key contributors this season, for the nation’s fourth-ranked transfer class. A&M likely won’t be as active in the transfer portal this offseason, but the Aggies will still see attrition and add veterans to their roster as an effort to bolster depth and fill holes in positions of need. The portal opens on Monday. Players can submit their names into the portal until Dec. 28. Another spring portal window will be open for 10 days in April. Two A&M players — defensive tackle Gabriel Brownlow-Dindy and offensive lineman Aki Ogunbiyi — already have announced their intentions to enter the portal when it opens. Both were reserve players this season. On the other hand, A&M's top cornerback, Will Lee III, confirmed in a social media post Tuesday that he will return to Aggieland next season. This fall, Lee had 42 tackles, 10 pass breakups and two interceptions for the Aggies. ESPN reported Tuesday that A&M wide receiver Cyrus Allen plans to enter the transfer portal. Allen spent one season with the Aggies after he transferred from Louisiana Tech. He played in 10 games, starting in five, and caught 18 passes for 269 yards and a touchdown this season. Allen suffered a season-ending injury against New Mexico State.

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