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NoneCharter Communications Inc. Cl A stock outperforms competitors on strong trading dayBy Daily Trust Laolu Akande, a former presidential aide, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rise above the performance of his predecessors and leave a legacy of trust and transformation for Nigerians. Akande said this on Thursday while speaking as a guest on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily. “The president must understand that he has an obligation to be the best president Nigeria has ever had. If he does anything below that, it’s a disappointment to his pedigree,” he stated. Reflecting on Tinubu’s past achievements as Lagos State governor and his experience as an opposition politician in the country, Akande expressed high expectations for Tinubu’s presidency. Be patient with Tinubu, 2025 presents better deal – Ganduje Christmas: CAN asks Tinubu to reduce food prices, strengthen agriculture “When they asked him about corruption, his response was lackadaisical. The president must understand the corrosive nature of corruption—it’s not just financial. It’s in our moral attitude and what we have become as a people. “Providing loans to university students is an excellent programme, but that is not how we are going to fight corruption,” Akande noted. While acknowledging the president’s confidence during the media chat, Akande pointed out a critical shortfall: the inability to instill trust in the people. He called on Tinubu to engage Nigerians more and demonstrate a genuine connection with their struggles. “He must speak not only as a confident politician but as a Nigerian who had been out there in the trenches with the people. He hasn’t been able to do that so far,” Akande submitted. Asked what Nigerians can look forward to next year, he responded: “Nigerians should go into the New Year with a new mindset. Namely, we should stop expecting ‘salvation from the political process’. Our salvation is not going to come from the political process. We will have to compel the situation that we want on the political process.” He called for greater public involvement in the civic process, stressing that real change can only come from sustained public discourse by the people, beyond what he described as “arm-chair” analysis. While urging Nigerians to be more assertive, he said: “We are not making requests from those who are in government. But we are asserting the fact that the existence of government is at our behest. The government exists because we produce it. “Many people don’t get involved in the civic process. People have to move into that realm. Otherwise, we will remain in an armchair analysis situation, talking about issues in our little corners. We need to move the conversations to the public space.” Akande emphasized the importance of media as a critical tool for change, likening it to a “village meeting place” where collective aspirations can be aired and refined. He challenged Nigerians to raise their expectations and advocate for better governance. “Whenever somebody in government does something little, there is a lot of cheer,” he said. “If you look at Nigerians very well, they are not asking for too much. We need to begin to change the conversation in public spaces to say that ‘This is the kind of Nigeria that we must have. And we will not accept anything less.’” Addressing concerns about criticisms of government leadership being equated with “demarketing” Nigeria, Akande highlighted the need for wisdom and discernment. “There is no use demarketing our country at all. People shouldn’t equate criticism of leaders in government today with criticism of Nigeria. These leaders are just in charge for a limited time, maximum – eight years,” Akande remarked. “What is the use of running your country down? It’s completely useless. But we can begin to find new ways to hold leadership accountable, starting from our narratives.” Akande praised the resilience of the Nigerian people in the face of challenges. “The stories of people like Lookman Ademola who, even though was born in the United Kingdom and he’s actually a citizen of that country, chose to wear the Nigerian flag and say ‘I am a Nigerian’. Stories like that are the things that I find very inspiring. And it encourages me that this country is going to be great,” the former Tribune editor noted. Join Daily Trust WhatsApp Community For Quick Access To News and Happenings Around You. best president Demarketing Laolu Akande President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Small Battery Cell, Big Power Output - Ce-link's 200w Portable Power Station Launched the New Handheld Energy Trend 11-25-2024 10:14 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire As consumer demand for a versatile and dependable power supply continues to soar, particularly in off-grid or unforeseen scenarios, the urgency for a robust yet compact power source has intensified for numerous individuals. Recently, CE-LINK has unveiled a new handheld energy solution, the 200W Portable Power Station, powered by a high-performance 26700 4Ah battery cell. This portable power station incorporates an inventive structural design, striking an impeccable equilibrium between portability and energy efficiency. Image: https://www.abnewswire.com/uploads/00acb4c0b722a3f5efd0353f3b1a0e22.jpg High Energy Density The 26700 4Ah battery cell's positive electrode is coated with ultra-fine particles, increasing its surface area and storage capacity. The negative electrode uses granulated particles and carbon wrapping to boost conductivity. Combined with a superconductive network and high-conductivity electrolyte, this design reduces internal resistance and increases power density by over 300%. High Safety The lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) material system ensures the cell is intrinsically safe. With a CID and Vent double safety cover, a nickel-plated steel case, and a high-temperature-resistant ceramic-coated diaphragm, the battery provides strong protection against external shocks and high temperatures. The battery does not catch fire or explode when tested under extreme conditions with a pinprick, ensuring the safety of the portable power station. Lightweight Design The 26700 4Ah battery cell adopts the original 2670 structure, which reduces the number of monomers embedded to build the module and greatly reduces the unit weight and volume. As a result, the 200W portable power station boasts a smaller dimension of 200x134x130mm, just the size of a palm. It is extremely lightweight, enabling users to carry it anywhere with ease. Excellent Performance The 200W portable power station can cycle 0.5C/1C up to 3,000 times at room temperature. It also supports discharging at ambient temperatures from -20C to 55C, even under extreme conditions. With a capacity of only 102Wh (25.6V, 4Ah) and a 200W output power supported by a smaller body, this portable power station is the ultimate in balancing performance and size. Applications for 200W Portable Power Station * Outdoor adventures: suitable for camping, hiking, etc., enabling users to charge small devices. * Workstations: supports laptops and tablets for remote workers. * Emergency Backup: vital for homeowners during power outages. With growing demand for lightweight, reliable power solutions, the 200W Portable Power Station meets CE-LINK's commitment to innovation. CE-LINK will expand portable power station applications with advanced battery systems and energy solutions. About CE-LINK Founded in 2004, CE-LINK is a global leader in the research, development, and production of innovative consumer electronics and energy solutions. Committed to safety, quality, and sustainability, CE-LINK continues to push the boundaries of portable power technology to meet the changing needs of today's marketplace. For more details, contact CE LINK LIMITED at market@ce-link.com [mailto:market@ce-link.com] Website: www.ce-link.com [ https://www.ce-link.com/ ] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-link Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CELINK.ELECTRONICS Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@ce-linkelectronics3909 Media Contact Company Name: CE LINK LIMITED Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=small-battery-cell-big-power-output-celinks-200w-portable-power-station-launched-the-new-handheld-energy-trend ] City: Dongguan State: Guangdong Country: China Website: http://www.ce-link.com This release was published on openPR.
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Chargers will be without top RB Dobbins and could lean on QB Herbert against FalconsIsrael strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital while the WHO chief says he was meters away JERUSALEM (AP) — A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen have targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital of Sanaa and multiple ports. The World Health Organization’s director-general said the bombardment on Thursday took place just “meters away” as he was about to board a flight in Sanaa. He says a crew member was hurt. The strikes followed several days of Houthi attacks and launches setting off sirens in Israel. Israel's military says it attacked infrastructure used by the Houthis at the international airport in Sanaa, power stations and ports. The Israeli military later said it wasn’t aware that the WHO chief was at the location in Yemen. An uneasy calm settles over Syrian city of Homs after outbreak of sectarian violence HOMS, Syria (AP) — Syria’s new security forces checked IDs and searched cars in the central city of Homs a day after protests by members of the Alawite minority erupted in gunfire and stirred fears that the country’s fragile peace could break down. A tense calm prevailed Thursday after checkpoints were set up throughout the country’s third-largest city, which has a mixed population of Sunni and Shia Muslims, Alawites and Christians. The security forces are controlled by the former insurgent group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which led the charge that unseated former President Bashar Assad. The US says it pushed retraction of a famine warning for north Gaza. Aid groups express concern. WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials say they asked for — and got — the retraction of an independent monitor's warning of imminent famine in north Gaza. The internationally Famine Early Warning System Network issued the warning this week. The new report had warned that starvation deaths in north Gaza could reach famine levels as soon as next month. It cited what it called Israel's “near-total blockade” of food and water. The U.S. ambassador to Israel, Jacob Lew, criticized the finding as inaccurate and irresponsible. The U.S. Agency for International Development, which funds the famine-monitoring group, told the AP it had asked for and gotten the report's retraction. USAID officials tell The Associated Press that it had asked the group for greater review of discrepancies in some of the data. Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen ATLANTA (AP) — Republicans in Congress plan to move quickly in their effort to overhaul the nation’s voting procedures, seeing an opportunity with control of the White House and both chambers of Congress. They want to push through long-sought changes such as voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements. They say the measures are needed to restore public confidence in elections. That's after an erosion of trust that Democrats note has been fueled by false claims from Donald Trump and his allies of widespread fraud in the 2020 election. Democrats say they are willing to work with the GOP but want any changes to make it easier, not harder, to vote. Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out NEW YORK (AP) — A lot of Americans, after an intense presidential election campaign, are looking for a break in political news. That's evident in cable television news ratings and a poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. The poll found nearly two-thirds of Americans saying they've found the need recently to cut down on their consumption of political and government news. 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Such projects may include restoring coastal wetlands or upgrading roads, bridges and water drainage systems. Legal challenges to the new law are expected. Aviation experts say Russia's air defense fire likely caused Azerbaijan plane crash as nation mourns Aviation experts say that Russian air defense fire was likely responsible for the Azerbaijani plane crash the day before that killed 38 people and left all 29 survivors injured. Azerbaijan is observing a nationwide day of mourning on Thursday for the victims of the crash. Azerbaijan Airlines’ Embraer 190 was en route from Azerbaijan’s capital of Baku to the Russian city of Grozny in the North Caucasus on Wednesday when it was diverted for reasons yet unclear and crashed while making an attempt to land in Aktau in Kazakhstan. Cellphone footage circulating online appeared to show the aircraft making a steep descent before smashing into the ground in a fireball. Ukraine's military intelligence says North Korean troops are suffering heavy battlefield losses KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine's military intelligence says North Korean troops are suffering heavy losses in Russia's Kursk region and face logistical difficulties as a result of Ukrainian attacks. The intelligence agency said Thursday that Ukrainian strikes near Novoivanovka inflicted heavy casualties on North Korean units. Ukraine's president said earlier this week that 3,000 North Korean troops have been killed and wounded in the fighting in the Kursk region. It marked the first significant estimate by Ukraine of North Korean casualties several weeks after Kyiv announced that North Korea had sent 10,000 to 12,000 troops to Russia to help it in the almost 3-year war. How the stock market defied expectations again this year, by the numbers NEW YORK (AP) — What a wonderful year 2024 has been for investors. 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AP News Summary at 4:36 p.m. ESTIn a Dec. 22 Truth Social post , Trump announced Ken Howery as his choice for United States Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark and added that the U.S. should pursue control of Greenland. Greenland is an island located between the Arctic and Atlantic oceans and is a territory of the Kingdom of Denmark. “For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity,” Trump’s post says. While Trump hasn’t elaborated on his motivation to purchase Greenland, the territory has access to valuable natural resources and houses a large U.S. military base . Its location also provides access to the Arctic Ocean from the Atlantic. Trump first floated the idea of purchasing Greenland in 2019, during his first administration. Denmark’s prime minister called purchase discussions “absurd,” prompting Trump to cancel a planned trip to the country. Arkansas Republican Sen. Tom Cotton penned an op-ed in 2019 saying that acquiring the territory would provide a safeguard against foreign threats like what the U.S. faced during World War II and the Cold War. After Trump expressed renewed interest in Greenland on Dec. 22, Google search data shows there’s been a spike in searches about Trump’s statement and Greenland, including whether the territory is for sale. THE QUESTION Is Greenland for sale? THE SOURCES Greenland Prime Minister Múte Egede Danish national government website Self-Government Act in 2009 Statement from Denmark Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen to ABC News Rasmus Jarlov , a member of Danish parliament U.S. Space Force THE ANSWER No, Greenland is not for sale. WHAT WE FOUND Greenland is not for sale, Múte Egede, the territory’s prime minister, said on Facebook . “Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our years-long fight for freedom,” Egede wrote in Danish, translated into English via Google Translate. “However, we must continue to be open to cooperation and trade with the whole world, especially with our neighbours. Since all cooperation and trade cannot go through Denmark. All cooperation with us must be based on our values. Because at all times we must not squabble about our country,” Egede wrote. Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, according to the Danish national government website . It has its own government, managing most domestic affairs, while Denmark oversees foreign policy, defense and monetary matters. In 2009, Greenland's residents voted for increased autonomy , which gave the island its own parliament and independent leadership, but it is still in part controlled by Denmark. According to Greenland’s Self-Government Act in 2009 , Greenland has the option to declare full independence if it chooses to in the future. First, in order to do that, the decision regarding Greenland’s independence must be brought before the people. Greenland has a population of roughly 56,000. If Greenland’s population decides to move forward, negotiations begin between Danish and Greenland governing bodies. An agreement has to be made between the two, and if reached, Greenland’s parliament has to approve and then draft a resolution for independence. The agreement for independence ends with Denmark’s parliament approving the independence. Greenland would then become an independent nation. In response to Trump’s Dec. 22 Truth Social post, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen told ABC News the “Danish Government is looking forward to welcoming the new American ambassador. And the Government is looking forward to working with the new administration.” “In a complex security political situation as the one we currently experience, transatlantic cooperation is crucial. As far as statements about Greenland, the Prime Minister's Office has no comments other than reference to what was stated by the Premier of Greenland about Greenland not being for sale, but open for cooperation.” VERIFY reached out to the Danish prime minister’s office for comment, but did not hear back at the time of publication. Danish parliament member Rasmus Jarlov rejected Trump’s interest in purchasing Greenland in a post on X. “Greenland is Danish. It has been since 1380 and it will continue to be. This is undisputed, signed in rock in treaties and not open for negotiation. At all. Dictators threaten to take control over other countries' territory. Free democratic countries do not,” Jarlov said. The U.S’s interest in Greenland did not begin with Trump. In 1946, the U.S. considered proposals to pay Denmark $100 million in gold bars for Greenland or trade oil-rich land in Alaska for some of Greenland’s territory, according to the Associated Press . Even though the sale did not go through, the United States ended up with the military bases it wanted anyway. The U.S. Air Force currently maintains two bases in Greenland, Thule and Sondestrom. Construction of the Thule base in 1952 was made possible by a defense treaty signed by the U.S. and Denmark in 1951 . Originally designed as a refueling base for long-range bombing missions, it has been a ballistic missile early warning site and satellite telemetry station since 1961. Sondestrom’s mission is in support of the base at Thule. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
As part of a national “moonshot” to cure blindness, researchers at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus will receive as much as $46 million in federal funding over the next five years to pursue a first-of-its-kind full eye transplantation. “This is no easy undertaking, but I believe we can achieve this together,” said Dr. Kia Washington, the lead researcher for the University of Colorado-led team, during a press conference Monday. “And in fact I’ve never been more hopeful that a cure for blindness is within reach.” The CU team was one of four in the United States that received funding awards from the federal Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health , or ARPA-H. The CU-based group will focus on achieving the first-ever vision-restoring eye transplant by using “novel stem cell and bioelectronic technologies,” according to a news release announcing the funding. The work will be interdisciplinary, Washington and others said, and will link together researchers at institutions across the country. The four teams that received the funding will work alongside each other on distinct approaches, though officials said the teams would likely collaborate and eventually may merge depending on which research avenues show the most promise toward achieving the ultimate goal of transplanting an eye and curing blindness. Dr. Calvin Roberts, who will oversee the broader project for ARPA-H, said the agency wanted to take multiple “shots on goal” to ensure progress. “In the broader picture, achieving this would be probably the most monumental task in medicine within the last several decades,” said Dr. Daniel Pelaez of the University of Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, which also received ARPA-H funding. Pelaez is the lead investigator for that team, which has pursued new procedures to successfully remove and preserve eyes from donors, amid other research. He told The Denver Post that only four organ systems have not been successfully transplanted: the inner ear, the brain, the spinal cord and the eye. All four are part of the central nervous system, which does not repair itself when damaged. If researchers can successfully transplant the human eye and restore vision to the patient, it might help unlock deeper discoveries about repairing damage to the brain and spine, Pelaez said, as well as addressing hearing loss. To succeed, researchers must successfully remove and preserve eyes from donors and then successfully connect and repair the optical nerve, which takes information from the eye and tells the brain what the eye sees. A team at New York University performed a full eye transplant on a human patient in November 2023, though the procedure — while a “remarkable achievement,” Pelaez said — did not restore the patient’s vision. It was also part of a partial face transplant; other approaches pursued via the ARPA-H funding will involve eye-specific transplants. Washington, the lead CU researcher, said she and her colleagues have already completed the eye transplant procedure — albeit without vision restoration — in rats. The CU team will next work on large animals to advance “optic nerve regenerative strategies,” the school said, as well as to study immunosuppression, which is critical to ensuring that patients’ immune systems don’t reject a donated organ. The goal is to eventually advance to human trials. Pelaez and his colleagues have completed their eye-removal procedure in cadavers, he said, and they’ve also studied regeneration in several animals that are capable of regenerating parts of their eyes, like salamanders or zebra fish. His team’s funding will focus in part on a life-support machine for the eye to keep it healthy and viable during the removal process. InGel Therapeutics, a Massachusetts-based Harvard spinoff and the lead of a third team, will pursue research on 3-D printed technology and “micro-tunneled scaffolds” that carry certain types of stem cells as part of a focus on optical nerve regeneration and repair, ARPA-H said. ARPH-A, created two years ago, will oversee the teams’ work. Researchers at 52 institutions nationwide will also contribute to the teams. The CU-led group will include researchers from the University of Southern California, the University of Wisconsin, Indiana University and Johns Hopkins University, as well as from the National Eye Institute . The teams will simultaneously compete and collaborate: Pelaez said his team has communicated with researchers at CU and at Stanford, another award recipient, about their eye-removal research. The total funding available for the teams is $125 million, ARPA-H officials said Monday, and it will be distributed in phases, in part dependent on teams’ success. U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, a Democrat who represents Denver in Congress, acknowledged the recent election results at the press conference Monday and pledged to continue fighting to preserve ARPA-H’s funding under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. The effort to cure blindness, Washington joked, was “biblical” in its enormity — a reference to the Bible story in which Jesus cures a blind man. She and others also likened it to a moonshot, meaning the effort to successfully put Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin on the moon nearly 50 years ago. If curing blindness is similar to landing on the moon, then the space shuttle has already left the launchpad, Washington said. “We have launched,” she said, “and we are on our trajectory.”Lightning in action against the Maple Leafs following overtime win
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