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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his decision to release Rivers State’s statutory allocations, a move seen as a significant relief for the state and the nation. In a statement issued PANDEF Spokesman, Obiuwevbi Ominimini, National Chairman, Godknows Igali, during a media briefing at Uyo Airport on November 23, 2024, expressed gratitude for the President’s “statesmanlike decision.” “This gesture not only alleviates the suffering of the innocent citizens of Rivers State but also reinforces national unity,” Igali stated. He highlighted that withholding funds could have exacerbated tensions stemming from political disputes among local leaders. Igali emphasised that this decision aligns with ongoing reconciliation efforts led by Victor Attah’s High-Level Peace and Reconciliation Committee. He urged political actors and community leaders in Rivers State to embrace peace and follow the federal government’s example in de-escalating tensions. “This is a moment for all stakeholders to put aside their grievances and work towards harmony,” he added. Igali also commended President Tinubu for demonstrating leadership and inclusivity in addressing regional challenges, reinforcing PANDEF’s commitment to peacebuilding and development in the Niger Delta. He concluded with a call for dialogue and cooperation among all parties to ensure sustainable progress in the region.
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is checking off another item on her bucket list: Broadway. Jackson will appear in a one-night performance of the musical comedy “& Juliet” on Saturday, according to an Instagram post from the Broadway show. The role is a walk-on, which does not typically include any lines of dialogue. Jackson will also participate in a special “talkback” after the performance, according to the social media post. RELATED STORY | Could Democrats pressure Justice Sotomayor to step down for replacement? In her recently published memoir, "Lovely One," Jackson wrote about her dreams of becoming the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court and appear on a Broadway stage. Now, it seems that her once-teenage dreams will come true. The show begins at 8 p.m. ET on Dec. 14 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre in New York City.
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Wild first season in expanded Big 12 comes down to final weekendWINNIPEG — Mike O’Shea stood in front of reporters Friday and kept his cool while answering questions about the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ 41-24 Grey Cup loss to the Toronto Argonauts last weekend. The head coach was asked if he made a mistake keeping injured quarterback Zach Collaros in the game, why star running back Brady Oliveira didn’t get the ball more and whether a flawed game plan led to Winnipeg’s third consecutive championship loss. “As an entire team, we didn’t have our best game,” O’Shea said in his end-of-the-season press conference. “We didn’t lack effort. We didn’t lack desire. “We didn’t have our best game as an entire team. Three phases. Coaches — everybody. Me especially.” O’Shea admitted he missed calling a timeout in the fourth quarter when there were only 11 Blue Bombers on the field instead of 12. “I don't get the count over the headset as quickly as I probably need to, we can't count. As I'm seeing a guy come off, that's the right time for that timeout that I should have used,” O’Shea said. He also said he should have used a challenge flag earlier on a play he didn’t identify, and checked on his players more during the game. But hindsight wouldn’t change his decision to put Collaros back in the game after the index finger on his throwing hand was cut deep when it hit a defender’s helmet. “He absolutely deserves every opportunity to lead this team,” O’Shea said. “From what I saw and from chatting with him very briefly, I felt really comfortable with that. I didn't think it was going to be easy, but I thought it's Zach, so...” The injury to Collaros’s finger happened late in the third quarter when the Blue Bombers were trailing the Argonauts 17-10. The veteran left the game and returned with a bandaged finger that needed five stitches and a numbing agent. He wore a glove on the hand and told reporters earlier this week it was difficult to grip the ball. Collaros said he warned receivers in the huddle his throws might not have the usual zip and they should be prepared to come back for the ball. “(I) saw him delivering the ball on the sidelines. Then you see him deliver a couple balls out there and some of them are pretty damn good, right?” O’Shea said. “The awareness of Zach to say to the receivers, ‘hey, work a little harder for me,’ I think it’s natural and what should be said. I think they already know that.” When Collaros re-entered the game, he threw interceptions in back-to-back series. “On one of them he got rid of the ball and I thought it was a good ball and the defensive player made a good play,” O’Shea said of the picks. “One slipped right out of his hand or I don't know if it got tipped or not. You've got to give him that opportunity.” Oliveira was questioning his lack of opportunities in the game when he spoke to reporters earlier in the week. The CFL’s newly minted most outstanding player and top Canadian only had 11 carries for 84 yards and one late touchdown. About 17 or 18 run plays were called, O’Shea said. “One starts off with a procedure penalty in the first and then six of those get pulled because there's X number of guys in the box or the read says this is not a run play anymore, this is now a pass play,” he said. “You call that many runs and then a pile of them get pulled because of the structure of the defence. That's OK with me at that point.” O’Shea said Bombers offensive co-ordinator Buck Pierce has been granted permission to talk to CFL teams with head-coaching job openings. The B.C. Lions are reportedly interested in Pierce. The Edmonton Elks also have a vacant head coach spot. If Pierce doesn’t become a head coach, O’Shea said he wants him to stay in Winnipeg. He believes Pierce had the offence “extremely well-prepared” for the Grey Cup. “I’m never going to question the play-calling, and I think what’s going on here is we’re questioning,” O’Shea said. “We’re trying to find blame and fault when that’s nowhere in our DNA of how we built this eight, nine, 10 years ago. We’re starting to try and find all these answers and question all these people that were 0-4 and 2-6 and then 10-1, and we just didn’t play our best game.” The Bombers finished 11-7 and claimed the West Division title that earned them a fifth consecutive trip to the Grey Cup. They won the championship in 2019 and ’21, but lost 28-24 to the Montreal Alouettes last year and 24-23 to Toronto in 2023. “We're the same group that got there, that went on a phenomenal run after a bad start, and a bad start for a lot of reasons that we overcame,” O’Shea said. “I just, I don't question any of it. I look for answers, too. I watch the film over and over and over again. And look to already make notes on how we're going to be better, how we're going to get back there again.” This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 22, 2024. Judy Owen, The Canadian PressPlans Required to Cover Treatment for SOD1-ALS ARLINGTON, Va. , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a first-of-its-kind directive requiring Medicare Advantage plans to approve coverage for Qalsody, a treatment for people living with genetic SOD1-ALS. This decision reflects the ALS Association's commitment to ensuring that people living with ALS have access to promising ALS treatments without delay. "This is a victory for the entire ALS community," said Calaneet Balas, president and CEO of the ALS Association. "It's critical that FDA-approved treatments are made accessible rather than being labeled as 'experimental.' We are grateful to everyone in our community who helped make this day happen." Balas added: "We hope this sends a message to the entire rare disease community and pharmaceutical industry that new treatments can be developed and made accessible to those who will benefit from them. We need to ensure more ALS treatments are developed and approved that will help everyone living with ALS." The ALS Association played a key role in the historic CMS directive by participating and advocating for the research, approval, and accessibility of Qalsody for people living with ALS. In 2004, the ALS Association was the first to fund research into ALS-specific antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) technology, investing over $1.3 million in groundbreaking studies that laid the foundation for the development of Qalsody. This early commitment supported preclinical studies, safety trials, and the first-in-human phase 1 trial, which established SOD1 as a viable therapeutic target. In 2023, Qalsody became the first gene-based therapy approved for ALS , thanks in part to the ALS Association's efforts, including a united push from the ALS community for FDA accelerated approval. This new CMS directive provides precedent for state regulators to issue similar actions for other private insurers. According to the Valor study published in 2022 , Qalsody, which was developed specifically to target the RNA produced by mutated SOD1 genes, has demonstrated significant promise in clinical trials and real-world studies. In the phase 3 VALOR trial, Qalsody reduced levels of mutated SOD1 proteins in cerebral spinal fluid by 35% within eight weeks and decreased bloodstream levels of neurofilament light chain (NfL)—a key biomarker of neurodegeneration—by 50% within 12-16 weeks. These biological changes translated into measurable clinical benefits, including slower disease progression, improved respiratory function, and enhanced quality of life after 52 weeks of treatment. Real-world data has since validated these findings, with some patients stabilizing or even experiencing improvements in motor function and quality of life. When insurance companies began denying access to Qalsody, labeling it as "experimental," the ALS Association took decisive action, working directly with CMS to launch an investigation into these unjust denials. By presenting evidence of widespread insurance rejections and demonstrating the critical need for immediate intervention. In addition to working with CMS, the ALS Association actively engaged policymakers, held strategic meetings with state and federal legislators, and served as a staunch advocate for patients, ensuring their voices were heard and their rights to life-changing treatment were upheld. The ALS Association urges anyone previously denied Qalsody by their Medicare Advantage plan to contact their ALS specialist immediately to begin the process of securing access to this critical treatment. For more information on the CMS directive visit als.org About the ALS Association The ALS Association is the largest ALS organization in the world. The ALS Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The ALS Association is working to make ALS a livable disease while urgently searching for new treatments and a cure. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at www.als.org . About ALS Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Over the course of the disease, people lose the ability to move, to speak, and eventually, to breathe. The disease is always fatal, usually within five years of diagnosis. Few treatment options exist, resulting in a high unmet need for new therapies to address functional deficits and disease progression. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/groundbreaking-directive-ensures-als-patients-on-medicare-advantage-gain-access-to-qalsody-302329525.html SOURCE The ALS Association
Sunday's inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff bracket reveal officially set the stage for the most anticipated postseason the sport has ever seen. Eight more spots in the playoff field have created two extra rounds to determine a national champion, which could come from the Big Ten, the Southeastern Conference or even the Mountain West! Now that the initial matchups are set, it's time to examine the FanDuel odds for the first-round games and, of course, the latest national championship odds. CFP Bracket: Odds for First-Round Games Oregon's win over Penn State in the Big Ten championship locked the Ducks into the No. 1 seed, while Georgia's overtime triumph over Texas for the SEC crown moved the Bulldogs up to No. 2. Boise State slotted in at No. 9 in the final CFP rankings but is the No. 3 seed thanks to its win over UNLV in the Mountain West championship. With SMU losing to Clemson in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game, No. 12-ranked Arizona State is the four seed after it throttled Iowa State to win the Big 12. The top four teams get a bye, with the 5-12 seeds meeting in the first round. 12-seed Clemson (+330) vs. 5-seed Texas (-11.5) Texas was favored to win the SEC and lock down a top-four seed, but Clemson was not expected to beat SMU for the ACC title. The Longhorns will therefore hunt redemption, while Dabo Swinney's team is essentially playing with house money. The winner will face Arizona State in the Peach Bowl. 9-seed Tennessee (+215) vs. 8-seed Ohio State (-7.5) The third-highest-ranked team from the SEC (No. 7 Tennessee) will face off with the third-highest-ranked squad from the Big Ten (No. 6 Ohio State). This game brings the Buckeyes a chance at redemption for their embarrassing loss to Michigan to end the regular season. The winner will travel to the Rose Bowl to play Oregon. 11-seed SMU (+240) vs. 6-seed Penn State (-7.5) Concerns over strength of schedule dog both teams. Both have 11-2 records and were runners-up in their respective conferences. Penn State's only win over a ranked opponent was against then-No. 19 Illinois in Week 4, while SMU has knocked off then-No. 22 Louisville and then-No. 18 Pittsburgh. The winner will meet Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl. 10-seed Indiana (+230) vs. 7-seed Notre Dame (-7.5) The Hoosiers may be the biggest surprise in college football this season, although their inclusion came with a few concerns over the strength of their schedule. After falling flat in a potential statement game against then-No. 2 Ohio State on Nov. 23, Indiana can prove its might against a Fighting Irish squad that won its last 10 games. The winner will take on Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. National Championship Odds and Picks Oregon was the betting favorite (odds via FanDuel) prior to the final rankings reveal at +230. Post-reveal, Texas and Georgia are co-favorites at +360, followed by Oregon at +380, Ohio State at +500 and Penn State at +600. Boise State is the biggest long shot at +7500 despite having a first-round bye. Like Boise State, Arizona State saw its odds go from +3500 to +6000 even though it doesn't play until the quarterfinals. The Picks are In... First-Round Best Bet: Indiana-Notre Dame UNDER 51.5-both teams have solid offenses but will find it difficult to move the ball against the other's defense. Upset Special: Clemson (+340) over Texas-Cade Klubnik will have his hands full against the Texas secondary, but the Clemson defense could be up for the challenge against Quinn Ewers and the Longhorns offense. National Championship Winner: Favorite-Oregon +380; Dark Horse-Notre Dame +1200; Long Shot-Arizona State +6000 --Field Level MediaBy Kimberly Jones / Beacon Media The devastation brought by Hurricane Helene to western North Carolina has left communities grappling with significant loss and upheaval. As we witness the aftermath, one thing is clear: the path to recovery will require time, commitment, and considerable resources. And while there are so many areas that will need help, how our people recover will most assuredly pass directly through North Carolina’s public schools. Schools have not just been places of learning but have become community lifelines, offering everything from emergency shelters to emotional support for students and families. In Waynesville, Heather Smith, our 2024 North Carolina Teacher of the Year, is a testament to this resilience. Despite facing unprecedented challenges, she and her community have shown unwavering dedication to their students. The Watauga High School community have been sharing stories about how staff and teachers worked tirelessly to account for all 1,647 of their students — even as many of them struggled without basic utilities themselves. Noticias recientes de política e inmigración directamente en tu correo! Newsletter Política e Inmigración This story of commitment is a powerful reminder of what our schools and educators do, day in and day out, to support their communities. North Carolina's public schools have always been more than just places of education; they are dynamic centers of dedication and community spirit, fostering a sense of culture, pride, and unity. Our schools unite students, families, and community members from all walks of life, all in the shared mission of providing one of society's most essential resources — education. Open to all, without tuition or discrimination, our public schools welcome every young person. They offer an environment where students are not only taught but uplifted and inspired to explore their potential and grow both academically and personally. In times of need, whether it be emotional, social, or academic, our public schools serve as beacons of hope, offering shelter and guidance through life’s challenges. But dedication alone will not rebuild our schools. The Department of Public Instruction has requested legislative action to cut through red tape and deliver critical resources to affected areas. This effort, however, is only the beginning. Our students will return with immense social and emotional needs, compounded by the trauma of displacement and loss. Addressing these needs requires investment in mental health support and educational resources, from tutors to counselors. Our state's teachers are already organizing to support their peers in the West, drawing on experiences from past challenges like Hurricane Florence and the disruptions of COVID-19. By partnering teachers in the West with those in the East who have faced similar challenges, we aim to create a support network that will help communities rebuild and students thrive. Yet, this will only succeed if the state steps up with the necessary financial backing. WhatsApp Únete a nuestra comunidad de WhatsApp Recibe gratis las noticias más importantes y de utilidad de Carolina del Norte directo en tu celular. Haz preguntas y comentarios, y charla con nuestros periodistas. This moment calls for a reevaluation of priorities. With the devastation in western North Carolina, now is not the time to divert public funds to private school vouchers. The shift of $463 million of public tax dollars to pay for so-called “vouchers” for private schools undermines the recovery efforts that our communities so desperately need. It’s crucial that state leaders ensure these funds remain in public education, where they can directly benefit the students who have already faced so much disruption. Our General Assembly must not only express their support through words but also through tangible financial commitments to Western North Carolina public schools. Investments such as addressing school infrastructure and technology needs, expanding mental health services, increasing support for low-income and at-risk students, and retaining and recruiting high-quality educators via increased pay and benefits will all help students regain a sense of normalcy and rebuild their academic standing. This is a long-term effort that goes beyond rebuilding classrooms; it’s about restoring hope and stability to our communities. As we move forward, lawmakers and education leaders alike will have the opportunity to shape the future of education in our state. Regardless of political affiliation, we need leaders who recognize the value of public education and who will prioritize our schools and teachers over divisive rhetoric. Now is the time for leaders who understand the realities of the classroom and who are committed to building a future where every student, especially those in crisis, has the opportunity to succeed. The resilience of our schools and educators is unwavering. But to truly rebuild and recover, North Carolina must commit to investing in the resources that our students and teachers need. It’s not just about restoring buildings — it’s about nurturing the potential of every child and ensuring that, even in the face of disaster, they have a path to a brighter future. __________ Kimberly Jones is an English and Humanities teacher for Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools. She is the 2023 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Teacher of the Year. This column is syndicated by Beacon Media , please contact info@beacnmedianc.org with feedback or questions. 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PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lifted its stake in shares of Vanguard Total International Stock ETF ( NASDAQ:VXUS – Free Report ) by 10.3% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 121,821 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 11,393 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc.’s holdings in Vanguard Total International Stock ETF were worth $7,887,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of the stock. Nemes Rush Group LLC lifted its stake in Vanguard Total International Stock ETF by 449.4% during the second quarter. Nemes Rush Group LLC now owns 434 shares of the company’s stock worth $26,000 after purchasing an additional 355 shares during the last quarter. DiNuzzo Private Wealth Inc. acquired a new stake in Vanguard Total International Stock ETF in the third quarter valued at about $30,000. Highline Wealth Partners LLC bought a new position in Vanguard Total International Stock ETF in the third quarter valued at about $30,000. Carmichael Hill & Associates Inc. raised its stake in Vanguard Total International Stock ETF by 45.1% during the second quarter. Carmichael Hill & Associates Inc. now owns 544 shares of the company’s stock worth $33,000 after acquiring an additional 169 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Eastern Bank bought a new position in shares of Vanguard Total International Stock ETF in the third quarter worth about $35,000. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF Trading Up 0.3 % Shares of Vanguard Total International Stock ETF stock opened at $60.91 on Friday. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $62.87 and its 200 day moving average is $61.89. The firm has a market capitalization of $75.10 billion, a PE ratio of 12.88 and a beta of 0.85. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF has a 1 year low of $55.40 and a 1 year high of $65.52. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF Cuts Dividend Vanguard Total International Stock ETF Company Profile ( Free Report ) The Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the FTSE Global All Cap ex US index, a market-cap-weighted index of global stocks covering 99% of the world’s global market capitalization outside the US. VXUS was launched on Jan 26, 2011 and is managed by Vanguard. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Vanguard Total International Stock ETF Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Vanguard Total International Stock ETF and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Two financial backers of the Geelong Football Club have been accused in court documents of orchestrating an elaborate fraud estimated at $14.5 million against one of the nation’s largest service providers for the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Not-for-profit organisation genU has launched Supreme Court action against its former information technology operations manager, Sy Giang Nguyen, and Geelong businessman Keith Greenwood, who owns an office supplies company in Geelong West. Former genU IT operations manager Sy Giang Nguyen (circled) in a past photo with the Geelong team. Nguyen allegedly colluded with Greenwood to siphon millions of dollars from the registered charity by buying or leasing thousands of IT products on behalf of genU that were never delivered, according to documents filed in the Supreme Court of Victoria. Greenwood’s business, Ryrie Office Machines, is also accused of oversupplying and overcharging for IT hardware and software ordered by Nguyen, who had worked for genU since it was founded in 2016. GenU, which has 5500 staff and provides disability, aged care and employment services, became aware of the alleged fraud in September 2021, when an employee detected allegedly suspicious transactions. Nguyen was dismissed in October 2022 and police were notified in December that year. GenU engaged a forensic auditor, a private investigator and law firm RBK Legal as part of an internal probe which discovered Nguyen was living in a $5 million property in Geelong owned by Greenwood. Nguyen in happier times. Nguyen is accused in court documents of living at another property, owned by Greenwood, in the Geelong suburb of Newtown, while also spending significant time at Crown casino, where he had access to a luxury villa. Documents obtained by a private investigator reveal Nguyen corresponding with Crown Hotels’ former chief executive Peter Crinis. In 2015, Nguyen helped set a Guinness World Record when he consumed the world’s most expensive cocktail – a $12,500 drink known as “The Winston” – at Crown’s former venue Club 23. Nguyen did not finish the drink, made with 1858-vintage Croizet Cuvee Leonie cognac, and was reimbursed for the entire cost of the cocktail by Crown Resorts. Despite earning a base salary of $140,000 at genU, Nguyen showered associates with lavish gifts, including overseas holidays, domestic flights, sporting memorabilia and tickets to major events, according to court documents. A surveillance report included in court documents also revealed Nguyen “attending Kardinia Park (Geelong Football Club) soon after the grand final (2022) and attending a meeting with a recently retired Geelong player”. Keith Greenwood, a Geelong businessman and co-owner of Ryrie Office Machines, is accused in court documents of being involved in a massive fraud against genU. Greenwood and his business are also long-term sponsors of the Cats, and also major benefactors of a gallery and theatre company in Geelong. The website for Ryrie Office Machines claims the business has been an “integral part of the Geelong Football Club for over a decade” and is “synonymous with quality and trust” in the Geelong community. On September 26, the Supreme Court granted genU a freezing order against assets controlled by Nguyen, Greenwood and Ryrie Office Machines, which is owned by Greenwood’s company, Basswood Nominees Pty Ltd. The court order stops the pair disposing of several properties around Geelong, along with $6 million in proceeds from the recent sale of a development site in Leopold previously owned by Greenwood. GenU is set to launch civil action against Nguyen and Greenwood in a bid to claw back estimated losses of $14.5 million. The pair are accused of fraud and theft, while Nguyen is also alleged to have breached a fiduciary duty to his former employer, according to a draft statement of claim due to be filed by Friday. An affidavit by genU chief executive Clare Amies accuses Nguyen and Greenwood of colluding to submit invoices for IT equipment that was not delivered, while also oversupplying and overcharging for IT hardware and software. Nguyen is alleged to have leased or bought 3815 products from Ryrie Office Machines that were not supplied, including 182 servers, 542 desktop and 309 laptop computers, 1462 monitors and 989 docking stations, according to more than 600 pages of court documents obtained by The Age . Greenwood’s IT business also allegedly charged genU more than $2.2 million for six different software licences that appear to have never been delivered to the not-for-profit organisation. “It appears that Mr Nguyen has orchestrated a fraudulent scheme in respect of the supply of IT hardware and software to genU for the benefit of himself and another, being Ryrie Office Machines,” Amies stated in an affidavit signed on September 23. Nguyen tosses the coin before a Geelong-Adelaide AFL game in August. Credit: Fox Footy Detectives from the financial crime squad arrested and interviewed Nguyen, 57, on August 1, after executing a warrant at his Newtown home. No charges have been laid against him. Two days after his arrest, Nguyen greeted Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield and tossed the coin before a match between the Cats and Adelaide at GMHBA Stadium on August 3. Greenwood was arrested and interviewed on September 5, and released without charge as the fraud investigation continues. A police spokeswoman confirmed the pair are the subject of an investigation that began in February 2023 after police were notified by genU management in December 2022. A Geelong property owned by Greenwood. Credit: Justin McManus “Detectives have obtained financial and business records from the organisation and these continue to be forensically assessed,” the spokeswoman said. Amies released a statement to The Age confirming that legal proceedings had commenced against “various defendants for alleged and serious misconduct perpetuated against genU”. “Since joining in 2020, I have been committed to leading an organisation that has the systems, processes and leadership in place to prevent, detect and transparently pursue acts of wrongdoing,” Amies said. “Good governance dictates that those charged with stewardship responsibilities do their utmost to investigate and act decisively to right any wrongs affecting genU’s interests, which is what the current collective leadership did and will continue to do.” HWL Ebsworth Lawyers partner Colin Almond, acting for Greenwood, declined to comment while the matter was before court, but denied “any allegation of wrongdoing or involvement in any improper or illegal conduct” by his client. Geelong Football Club was contacted for comment. Nguyen’s lawyer, Roger Vrachnas from Gigliotti Lawyers, declined to comment. RBK Legal lawyer Michael Hazell, who is acting for genU, also declined to comment. Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter .Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A Royal Navy warfare specialist who allowed fraudsters to use his bank account to carry out a £22,000 cryptocurrency scam avoided jail today. Cameron Duffy, 26, claimed he handed over his online banking login details to an individual known as "D One" in July 2021. Duffy stated that he was " duped " into believing "D One" was going to take care of his stock investments while he was on duty aboard a ship. However, it emerged that Duffy's bank account was a vehicle for money taken from fraud victim Craig McKissock. Mr McKissock had £22,795 of his cash transferred into Duffy's which was then moved on to his cryptocurrency account. Married Duffy - who has since retired on disability grounds - admitted each account was his but denied being involved in the fraud or movement of money. First offender Duffy was found guilty at Glasgow Sheriff Court of acquiring, receiving and possessing criminal property on July 23 2021. The charge states that the offence took place in an address known to the prosecutor within the juridiction of Glasgow Sheriff Court . Sheriff Mary Shields ordered Duffy to do 200 hours of unpaid work. He was also put on a tag for six months keeping him indoors between 7pm and 7am. The trial heard that Mr McKissock received a phone call from what he believed was from his bank First Direct. He was informed that his account had been "compromised" and that those speaking to him had used "banking terminology." Mr McKissock stated that the two men he spoke to had English accents and the names "Cameron Duffy" and "Gary Clayton" were referenced. But, he was later told that there was no one who worked for First Direct who had those names. A total of £22,795 was swiped and put into Duffy's Lloyds TSB account. Duffy, of Bellshill, Lanarkshire, told the court that he set up the account in June or July 2021 to put some "extra money" away for his first child. He stated that he also opened a cryptocurrency account after hearing about it from his shipmates. Duffy claimed that he was later contacted by a friend from his time in the cadets, who suggested he speak to the "D One" individual on the Snapchat messaging app. Frances Taylor, defending, asked who “D One” was and Duffy replied: "I was led to believe he ran a small crypto group, that he had okay success and an algorithm for minute trades . “He said that him and his colleagues could do the trading on my behalf and I was told they needed access to the crypto and bank accounts. At the time I only had £10 or £5 in the account as I had really just set it up. I gave my details over as he needed that to track the cash and take it out swiftly." Duffy stated that he never met or spoke to "D One" but believed matters were "above board and legitimate." He said he later found out that he could not log in to his online bank account as the password had been changed. Duffy was then further alerted by his bank about suspected fraud on his account. He claimed to have then not been able to get hold of "D One" on Snapchat. Duffy instead contacted his cadet friend for information . He said he came to learn of accounts being "hacked" and that was when he feared he had been " duped ". But, fiscal Danielle Docherty asked Duffy if his evidence was an "elaborate story" which was "made up" as he knew he did something wrong. Duffy replied: "No." Referring to the "D One" individual, Miss Docherty stated Duffy appeared to be "holding out for a man that who was making himself out as being The Wolf of Wall Street. " When convicting him, Sheriff Shields said Duffy was either a "naive victim or a liar." She added: "I have to be satisfied that he had possession or control of criminal property. "He needed to prove nothing and I take nothing from the no comment interview which he gave to the police . I found his evidence fabulous in the literal sense of the word and I thought he was unreliable so I find him guilty." 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