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On paper, Luigi Mangione had it all: wealth, intellect, athleticism, good looks. But the child of a prominent Maryland family may have spurned it all in a spasm of violence, in a killing that has mesmerized Americans. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, a health insurance chief executive and father of two who was gunned down in Manhattan last week by someone who, evidence suggests, has endured his own debilitating health crises and grew angry with the privatized US medical system. The cold-blooded killing has laid bare the deep frustration many Americans feel toward the country's labyrinthine health care system: while many have condemned the shooting, others have praised Mangione as a hero. It has also prompted considerable interest in how a young engineer with an Ivy League education could have gone off the rails to commit murder. News of his capture at a Pennsylvania McDonald's triggered an explosion of online activity, with Mangione quickly amassing new followers on social media as citizen sleuths and US media tried to understand who he is. As Americans have looked for clues about a political ideology or potential motive, a photo on his X account (formerly Twitter) includes an X-ray of an apparently injured spine. Mangione lived in Hawaii in 2022 and, according to his former roommate R.J. Martin, suffered from back pain, and was hoping to strengthen his back. After a surfing lesson, Mangione was "in bed for about a week" because of the pain, Martin told CNN. Earlier this year, Martin said, Mangione confirmed he'd had back surgery and sent him photos of the X-rays. Police said the suspect carried a hand-written manifesto of grievances in which he slammed America's "most expensive health care system in the world." "He was writing a lot about his disdain for corporate America and in particular the health care industry," New York police chief detective Joseph Kenny told ABC. According to CNN, a document recovered when Mangione was arrested included the phrase "these parasites had it coming." Meanwhile, memes and jokes proliferated, many riffing on his first name and comparing him to the "Mario Bros." video game character Luigi. Many expressed at least partial sympathy, having had their own harrowing experiences with the US health care system. "Godspeed. Please know that we all hear you," wrote one user on Facebook. Mangione hails from the Baltimore area. His wealthy Italian-American family owns local businesses, including the Hayfields Country Club, according to local outlet the Baltimore Banner, and cousin Nino Mangione is a Maryland state delegate. A standout student, Luigi graduated at the top of his high school class in 2016. A former student who knew Mangione at the elite Gilman School told AFP the suspect struck him as "a normal guy, nice kid." "There was nothing about him that was off, at least from my perception," the person said. Mangione attended the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, where he completed both a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science by 2020, according to a university spokesperson. While at Penn, Mangione co-led a group of 60 undergraduates who collaborated on video game projects, as noted in a now-deleted university webpage. On Instagram Mangione shared snapshots of his travels, and shirtless images of himself flaunting a six-pack. X users have scoured Mangione's posts for potential motives. His header photo includes an X-ray of a spine with bolts attached. Finding a political ideology that fits neatly onto the right-left divide has proved elusive, though he had written a review of Ted Kaczynski's manifesto on online site Goodreads, calling it "prescient." Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, carried out multiple bombings in the United States from 1978 to 1995, in a campaign he said was aimed at halting the advance of modern society and technology. Mangione has also linked approvingly to posts criticizing secularism as a harmful consequence of Christianity's decline, and retweeted posts on the impact mobile phones and social media have on mental health. ia/abo-mlm/nroBlueberry coffeecake alert: Hobee’s opens in a landmark San Jose Victorian
Judge dismisses special counsel's election case against TrumpLAGOS – The federal government, on Tuesday in Lagos, disclosed that ongoing efforts and activities of partner agencies to reduce the Out-Of-School-Children in Nigeria has impacted a total of two million beneficiaries. Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, the Honorable Minister Of Education, disclosed this at the opening ceremonies of the ongoing three-day summit of the Basic Education In Nigeria Bootcamp (Ben-B) summit held in Lagos with the theme: “Improving Access to Inclusive Quality Education for All Children in Nigeria: Addressing the Challenges of Out-of-School Children”. The Minister in his message delivered by Dr (Mrs) Folake Olatunji-David, Director of Basic Education in the Federal Ministry of Education said the implementation of policies through the activities of four of its agencies and bilateral development partners supported by the take-off of the Almajiri and Out-of-School Commission is making positive impacts as part of the system-wide policy with a huge impact on Out-of-School Children. He said, “The Federal Ministry of Education is set for and indeed has commenced the implementation of key policies distilled with system-wide outcomes and their deep practical effects in the life of this Administration.” He said the policies captured by the Data Repository, Out-of-School Children Education, Teacher Training & Development, and Skills Development and Acquisition (DOTS) when implemented, will succeed in connecting the dots for the improvement of the overall education system in Nigeria. Emphasising the importance of data at the summit organised by the Federal Ministry of Education (FMoE), the Minister lamented the uncoordinated data repository in the country, saying unverifiable data has resulted in the citing of different figures for Out-Of-School-Children by governments and various bilateral partners. He acknowledged the place of quality teachers as pivotal in achieving policies on quality education and skilling, saying extant policies on teacher’s welfare, support and development would be reviewed for a more effective implementation. He added, “As we strive to ensure unfettered access to nine (9) years of formal basic education, we recognize the importance of free, Universal Basic Education for every Nigerian child of school-going age. Our collective efforts aim to reduce drastically the incidence of drop-out from the formal school system, through improved relevance, quality and efficiency.” Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a keynote address, said the place of education at all levels of the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu will create a befitting future for children and, in effect, have a positive impact on the nation’s social, economic, technology and political advancement. The Governor, represented by Hon. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, the Commissioner For Primary and Basic Education, said the outcomes will include sustainable plans, policies, and regulations that are visible, accessible, practical-oriented and cost-effective. He stressed the commitment of the state government to education and technology as one of the core THEME+ agenda of Lagos State, saying it has created and leveraged better education performance with a technology-driven approach. “The state had committed more resources in the establishment of new schools, skills acquisition centres, continuous rehabilitation of schools, restructuring of school plants, recruitment of professionally qualified teachers, provision of teaching materials, deployment of technology, teachers’ capacity building and motivation across the board. “In Lagos State, we have come up with various strategies to combat out-of-school children through aggressive enrollment drives and project zero, which reduces learning poverty and equally returning children found on the street to school,” he said. He urged stakeholders in the education sector to change the current approaches to build a world where every child survives, thrives, and has the power to shape their future. Prof Pai Obanya of the Institute of Education at the University of Ibadan (UI), the lead paper presenter, urged stakeholders to change the current notion about the profession, saying “Teaching is not as simply telling, but mainly as guiding, continuous assessment in place of continual testing, support tools from local and other sources,” he advocated. Delivering a paper titled: “Improving Access to Inclusive Quality Education for all Children in Nigeria: Addressing the Challenge of Out-Of-School-Children”, Prof Obanya called for disaggregated data and enhanced inter-agency synergy, the institution of systematic monitoring and targeted funding as part of measures to put the nation’s education back on track and tackle the Out-Of-School-Children menace. He urged the managers of the education sector to revisit and be guided by the implementation guidelines on Universal Basic Education (UBE),1999, UBE Roadmap, 2015 and the National Teacher Education Policy to reset the sector for sustainable growth amd development. Purpose Of the Summit Dr. Olatunji-David, represented by Mrs Joy Onoja, Director, Public asic Education Education said the main objectives of the Bootcamp are to: Assemble Basic Education stakeholders to deliberate on Policy, practice and implementation gaps facing the sub-sector. Ensure responsiveness of state ministries of Education (SMoEs) in compliance with National Education Policy decisions and programmes. Harmonize and coordinate resources and activities in the Basic Education sub-sector towards the achievement of national goals and aspirations. Monitor the progress of states and ensure reporting to the Federal Ministry of Education for proper coordination. The summit will review the implementation status, that is assess the extent to which recommendations have been implemented, identify best practices, share successful strategies and experience, address implementation gaps, refine strategies, foster collaboration, inform policy decisions, monitor progress and identify resource gaps.Manitoba continues to have the highest rates of child poverty in Canada, according to findings released in the 2024 Manitoba Child and Family Poverty Report Tuesday. The report highlights an increase in child and family poverty in the province, with Winnipeg Centre showing the highest rate of child poverty among urban federal ridings. Data from the 2022 tax filers reveals a sharp rise in poverty rates, particularly among children under 18 and under 6. The report’s findings also show that the percentage of children living in food-insecure households in Manitoba rose to 32.6% in 2023 from 25.7% in 2022. “As the provincial government is getting ready to roll out its poverty reduction strategy, we hope they will engage with us on the findings and the proposed solutions in this report,” said Dr. Sid Frankel, senior scholar at the University of Manitoba and member of the Campaign 2000 national steering committee. “Our recommendations are not a comprehensive list but offer some small, intermediate and large actions the province can commit to now, and then again, of course, at budget time.” Experts warn of the serious consequences of food insecurity for children and adolescents, who are more likely to face health issues, including increased hospital visits and mental health challenges. Dr. Natalie Riediger, Associate Professor at the University of Manitoba, noted, “Children and adolescents living in food insecure households are more likely to be hospitalized, visit the emergency room, require day surgery, and access health services for mental or substance use disorders.” Local organizations also see the issue worsening. “Every day, we see the need growing in our community and the desperation that unmet needs bring about,” said Mary Burton of Zoongizi Ode. “There have been some positive movements from the government but when the situation has been allowed to get this bad, we need much more.” The Christmas Cheer Board has reported a 27% increase in requests for help since 2021, with more than 21,000 requests expected this year. “We have even moved away from providing the traditional Christmas dinner because people are having so much trouble just meeting basic needs,” said Shawna Bell, executive director of the Christmas Cheer Board. Meaghan Erbus from Harvest Manitoba echoed these concerns, “The stats we provided for this report are just the tip of the iceberg. Our upcoming Voices report, to be released in December, has stories that prove resiliency but also heartbreak.” The report also highlights the deepening income inequality in Manitoba, where the richest 10% earn 22.6 times more than the lowest 10%. “It is clear that income inequality is alive and well in Manitoba,” said Kate Kehler of the Social Planning Council of Winnipeg. “Inequality is greater in Manitoba than in Canada as a whole. We need an equity lens on taxes at all three levels of government.” The report calls for immediate and comprehensive action to address these issues, with a particular focus on addressing the root causes of poverty, improving access to basic needs, and ensuring that education and social systems work for all Manitobans. Dr. Sid Frankel said, “Education got us into this mess and education will get us out of it,” quoting the late Murray Sinclair. “We know there are better ways to educate and care for our children and we need the commitment to implement them.” As the province prepares to launch its poverty reduction strategy, advocates said the government needs to take these recommendations seriously and prioritize urgent action to reduce child and family poverty.
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Ilona Maher, and “Dancing With the Stars” runner-up, has waltzed herself over to the United Kingdom to play for the Bristol Bears. Maher announced the move on her TikTok account Monday, Dec. 2 after months of speculation as to whether she might join the Premiership Women’s Rugby league. Rumors began to circulate in October that she was in talks with the Bristol or Gloucester teams, but the season started while Maher was competing on the popular reality series “Dancing With the Stars.” The show, which films in Los Angeles, ended Nov. 26 with Maher — and her partner, Alan Bersten — . She added to the speculation that her playing career was headed across the pond when she posted the weekend before her announcement from an airport on her way to London. But Maher finally put the rumors to rest in on her social media, saying, “The Eagle has landed.” “I’m looking forward to calling Bristol home as we gear up for the Rugby World Cup 2025 played here in England,” Maher said. She went on to ask if she could “get a roast” after filming the video, joking that it was a big reason she was there. Bears head coach Dave Ward described Maher’s signing as a “coup” in a Dec. 2, adding that her style offers the team “a new dimension.” “She is one of the biggest names in women’s sport, let alone rugby, and we believe she will add real value to our programme on and off the field,” Ward said. According to the team, Maher will train with the Bears before spending the holidays in the U.S. and is set to return for a three-month deal starting in January. The league final is scheduled for mid-March. Maher has amassed more than 3 million TikTok followers and another 4 million on Instagram. The 28-year-old athlete in 2021, posting hilarious TikToks from the Olympic Village as the COVID-19 pandemic restricted fans and family members from in-person spectating. Her star has only brightened since the Tokyo Games, as Maher was part of the 2024 Paris Olympics team that brought the U.S. its first rugby title in 100 years. Fans diligently followed her posts this summer. The U.S. women’s team , the furthest the team has ever gotten at the Games. Upon returning home, Maher took on yet another challenge by joining “Dancing With the Stars.” She described it as a show she used to watch with her family and something that was outside her comfort zone. “I think I’m also doing it again to show that rugby players are so multidimensional,” Maher told ABC’s “Good Morning America” in September. “We go out there on the field and we’re beasts, but I can be a beauty, I can dance, I can do all these things.” Throughout the competition, Maher occasionally struggled, and at one point even But fans praised the Olympian for her vulnerability and determination, voting for her week after week. She also became the first female celebrity on the show to lift her partner in a dance. Maher’s followers were thrilled to hear the news that she’s joining the Bears, and among those cheering her on were her “DWTS” cast mates. “Let’s go!!!!!!! I’m so proud of you. And can’t wait to see you kill it,” Bersten commented on . The Premiership Women’s Rugby league is going to be a slight change in format from what many are used to seeing Maher play in. She typically plays rugby sevens — with seven players per team, as is the style at the Olympics — but the league plays 15s, with 15 players per team. The 15s not only has more players, but the matches are also significantly longer. The smaller squad is on the field for two 7-minute halves, whereas the traditional rugby 15s is played in two 40-minute intervals.
Indian immigrants are a very successful brand in US. Big threat to them is undocumented Indians Most of America and the world heard of Kash Patel for the first time when he was announced as Trump’s pick for FBI chief. Wasn’t this a little different from hearing of Kamala Harris for the first time? However heated the talk on his politics and career gets, the man’s ‘identity’ is kind of familiar. Because Patels, come on, that’s the commonest diasporic trope of all. At the business end, they have been long tagged to America’s motels and Antwerp’s diamond trade. But that Kash also looked into medical schools once upon a time, reminds all that Gujju doctors are also a ‘thing’. Overall, he seems well cast in the high-performing Indian-American immigrants mould. Bharati Mukherjee’s story of immigrant wanderlust, Jasmine , notes that the world is divided between those who stay and those who leave. The Kash family story of India-Uganda-Tanzania-Canada-US reminds that this search for Edens is also about violent evictions sometimes. It’s about holding on to inherited traditions through all the seas, and all adoption of new traditions. Its waves also keep throwing up new routes and route-farers. The west-bound multitudes from Gujarat and Punjab now have great competition from south India. It is Hyderabad that now has US’s largest consulate here and Telugu is now the 11th most spoken foreign language there. China’s is the only diaspora that’s in touching distance of India’s, which is larger and more successful globally. India’s democracy is an important plus on its immigrants’ CV. But one threat on the horizon needs to be taken seriously. Indians trying to illegally enter US from its Canada border now number 22% of total attempted crossings. India now has the third largest unauthorised population in US, keeping company with Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras. This trend has the potential to erode all of Indian immigrants’ brand advantages.
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