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PORTLAND, Ore. -- A businessman with no experience in public office is taking over as mayor of Oregon’s biggest city as it embraces an entirely new system of government — one that’s so different, the City Council chambers had to be completely renovated. Portland voters last month elected Keith Wilson, a trucking company executive and founder of a nonprofit working to increase homeless shelter capacity. He ran on an ambitious pledge to end unsheltered homelessness within a year and will be sworn in Thursday alongside a council expanded from five seats to 12. Portland is contending with homelessness, public drug use and a rising cost of living. Wilson, a Portland native, plans to reach his goal of ending unsheltered homelessness by increasing the number of nighttime walk-in emergency shelters in facilities such as churches and community centers. His message appeared to have resonated in a city where surveys conducted over the past few years have shown that residents view homelessness as a top issue. He ran against three outgoing City Council members. The mayoral race , which featured 19 candidates, was thrown open when Mayor Ted Wheeler decided against seeking reelection after holding the city’s top post since 2017. Wheeler rose to national prominence in 2020 as nightly protests erupted on Portland streets and around the country in response to the police killing of George Floyd . The field of candidates in council races was crowded as well, with nearly 100 running for the new seats that were elected by voters in individual districts rather than citywide. The 130-year-old City Hall was renovated for $8.3 million to accommodate the increase in members. The new dais can now seat 12 people; floor layouts were changed to create more office space; and technology, seismic and accessibility updates were added throughout the building. “Remodeling council chambers is a once-in-a-generation activity,” Maty Sauter, director of Portland's Bureau of Fleet and Facilities, told the outgoing City Council as it held its last meeting on Wednesday in the new chambers. “We've been able to reuse this 1895 facility and make it modern, contemporary and useful.” It’s going to take time for the new government to figure out which of the many changes are working, said Chris Shortell, associate professor of political science at Portland State University. In another first for City Hall, Wilson and the incoming Council members were elected under Portland's new system of ranked-choice voting . A candidate would win if they were the first choice of more than 50% of voters in the first round. Otherwise, a second round would eliminate the candidate with the fewest votes and their supporters’ votes go to their next choice. The process would repeat until someone emerges with a majority of votes. Some 34% of voters ranked Wilson as their first choice, according to final results. The new City Council will hold its first meeting in January.

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First-of-its-kind AI module that runs for months on coin cell battery unveiledObie Okoye: The Tech Visionary Championing Community-Centric Solutions In Nigeria”Thanks to meme culture, a whole new generation is enjoying the beloved 2003 holiday movie, "Elf." Video above: Giant Buddy the Elf cutout looms over Vermont children's museum We are now learning the behind-the-scenes story about one particular scene that has gone viral. According to Mark Acheson, who played "Mailroom Guy" in the film, not only was much of his scene improvised, it almost didn't make it into the movie. "I called my agent and he said, 'Listen, they would like you to come and do one line with Will Ferrell. Would you like to do it?,'" Acheson told People magazine. "And I said, yeah, I'd be happy to do that. I was only supposed to say 'work release' and that was the end of it." Ferrell plays Buddy the Elf, sent to the mailroom at his father's office to stay occupied. "Elf" director Jon Favreau got Acheson to improvise with Ferrell. During the scene, Acheson's character tells Ferrell's character he's 26 years old but has "nothing to show for it." "You're young, you're so young," Ferrell's Buddy tells the "Mailroom Guy." But not everyone loved the banter, and Acheson said the improvised dialogue initially landed on the chopping block. "The producers wanted to axe the whole scene because of that. I think, 'Who is gonna believe this guy is 26?' I mean, seriously," Acheson said. "I believe I was 46 at the time and an older, 46 even at that. Because I never looked young in my life." Favreau fought to keep it in the movie. "He said that the joke, that's the funny part, right?" Acheson recalled. "He kept me in. They didn't want me, but he did and thank God for me because it changed my career quite a bit." The scene is now being shared all over social media.

Subway killer Daniel Penny all smiles alongside Donald Trump and JD Vance in Army-Navy game suite By EMMA RICHTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 14:35, 15 December 2024 | Updated: 14:36, 15 December 2024 e-mail View comments Daniel Penny , the man who killed Jordan Neely on a subway train last spring, was all smiles as he joined President-elect Donald Trump at the Army-Navy game Saturday. The Marine veteran, who was acquitted on a criminally negligent homicide charge on Monday in Manhattan, joined Trump's loyal MAGA gang after accepting an invite to the annual game by soon-to-be Vice President JD Vance . Penny, 26, gathered in Trump's suite at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland along with Vance, Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth , House Speaker Mike Johnson, Director of National Intelligence nominee Tulsi Gabbard , Florida Governor Ron DeSantis , and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The 45th president and Vance both made sure to greet Penny personally as the trio posed for pictures inside the suite. On Friday, Vance called Penny 'a good guy' as he took to X to reveal why he chose to personally invite him to the game over the weekend. 'Daniel's a good guy, and New York's mob district attorney tried to ruin his life for having a backbone,' Vance wrote. 'I'm grateful he accepted my invitation and hope he's able to have fun and appreciate how much his fellow citizens admire his courage.' Gabbard, who referred to Penny as 'courageous', recalled how 'special' it was to have him there. Daniel Penny, 26, who was found not guilty of killed Jordan Neely on Monday, joined President-elect Donald Trump and future Vice President JD Vance at the Army-Navy game Saturday On Friday, Vance called Penny 'a good guy' as he took to X to reveal why he chose to personally invite him to the game over the weekend. (Pictured: Trump, Penny and Vance in the suite) 'Standing alongside courageous Americans like Daniel Penny was special, as he embodies the courage of our nation’s warriors, both in and out of uniform,' she told the New York Post. 'This game is not just about football; it’s a heartfelt tribute to service and unity, reminding us of the sacrifices made for our freedoms.' Thomas Kenniff, Penny's head attorney, told the outlet that the Long Island native was 'very humbled and grateful to be invited.' Penny was arrested in May 2023 after he held Neely, a Michael Jackson impersonator, in a chokehold for a duration that resulted in the victim's death. After a bombshell decision to drop the manslaughter charge on December 6, the jury returned days later where they decided that Penny did not commit criminally negligent homicide by subduing Neely. Penny and Vance are seen inside the suite during Saturday's game at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth , House Speaker Mike Johnson, Director of National Intelligence nominee Tulsi Gabbard , Florida Governor Ron DeSantis , and Tesla CEO Elon Musk were all in attendance A day after being found not guilty, Penny sat down with Judge Jeanine Pirro and revealed that he would have felt responsible 'if someone did get hurt' after the homeless man threatened to kill people onboard the train. Read More Daniel Penny invited as Donald Trump and J.D. Vance's VIP guest at the Army-Navy game 'The guilt I would've felt if someone did get hurt, if he did do what he was threatening to do, I would never be able to live with myself,' Penny said. He told the former judge that he felt that he was 'in a very vulnerable position' as he held Neely back on the floor of an F train. 'He was just threatening to kill people. He was threatening to go to jail forever, go to jail for the rest of his life, and now I'm on the ground with him. 'I'm on my back in a very vulnerable position... If I just let him go, now I'm on my back and he can turn around and start doing what he said - to me... killing, hurting,' Penny explained. Although the case sparked whirlwind attention across the nation, Penny said he is 'not a confrontational person' and someone who prefers to stay out of the spotlight. Penny faced 15 years in prison for charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide after the fatal incident on the F train last spring 'I really don’t extend myself. This type of thing is very uncomfortable. All this attention and lime light is very uncomfortable. 'I didn't want any attention or praise, and I still don't,' he said, adding that he's come to terms with it because his actions saved the lives of others. 'And I'll take a million court appearances and people calling me names and people hating me just to keep one of those people from getting hurt, or killed.' The case itself and Penny's ultimate acquittal enraged BLM activists, who instantly called for revenge in the form of black vigilantes. During his interview, Penny also mentioned the 'self-serving' officials who used the fatal incident as part of a 'political game'. Despite not mentioning anyone directly, Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg, who spearheaded the case against Penny, has come under fire since the verdict was announced. 'These are their policies. And I don’t mean to get political, I really don’t’ want to make any enemies, really — although I guess I have already,' he told Pirro. 'But these are their policies that have clearly not worked, that the people, the general population, are not in support. Yet, their egos are too big to agree that they’re wrong.' After walking free, the 26-year-old quickly dashed to a downtown bar to celebrate his win with his lawyers and ponder his next move. Penny told Judge Jeanine Pirro that he would have felt responsible if someone did get hurt' after the homeless man threatened to kill people onboard the train that day Neely (pictured), who struggled with drug abuse and mental illness, has a criminal record that included assault convictions Even before the verdict came back, there were calls from Republicans for him to be heralded a hero. Rep. Eli Crane, R-Arizona has been so impressed by Penny and his swift action against Neely that, according to Fox, he wants to award him Congress’ highest civilian honor - a Congressional Gold Medal. Read More Daniel Penny reveals why he HAD to defend subway passengers from Jordan Neely ‘Daniel Penny’s actions exemplify what it means to stand against the grain to do right in a world that rewards moral cowardice,’ he said. He went on to describe the justice system as ‘corrupt’ and one which ‘allows degenerates to steamroll our laws and our sense of security, while punishing the righteous. Vivek Ramaswamy - who will co-lead Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with Musk - donated $10,000 to Daniel Penny's staggering legal fund, which has since reached $3million. He has also repeatedly spoken out about Neely's lengthy rap sheet, accusing the Manhattan District Attorney's office of sharing 'responsibility for his death for creating an anti law enforcement culture.' Neely was once among the city’s corps of subway and street performers and was known for his Michael Jackson impersonations. He struggled with drug abuse and a mental illness, and had a criminal record that included assault convictions. Penny faced 15 years in prison for charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally-negligent homicide after the incident on the subway car last spring, which was partially recorded and sparked a passionate national debate. After finding him not guilty, cheering and clapping erupted in the courtroom by some, while Neely's family yelled horrendous threats, calling Penny a 'racist c**t' and warning: 'It's a small world, buddy,' before being escorted out. Penny's lawyers argued he acted in self-defense and in defense of other passengers after Neely terrorized their subway car and threatened them, but prosecutors say he overstepped into vigilantism and criminally killed Neely with a chokehold. With the trial out of the way, Penny is free to return his attention to his studies. When he was charged, he was studying architecture at the New York City College of Technology. He was also working two jobs – one as a swim teacher and also at a restaurant in Brooklyn – which he gave up to focus on the trial. He is also not completely out of the woods after Neely's family filed a civil lawsuit against Penny last week. Penny's legal team, Kenniff and Steven Raiser, said they will immediately set their sights on the lawsuit against their client. JD Vance Donald Trump Jordan Neely Daniel Penny Share or comment on this article: Subway killer Daniel Penny all smiles alongside Donald Trump and JD Vance in Army-Navy game suite e-mail Add commentPresident Emmanuel Macron on Thursday vowed to name a new prime minister in the coming days to prevent France from sliding deeper into political turmoil, rejecting growing pressure from the opposition to resign. Macron adopted a defiant tone in an address to the nation, seeking to limit an escalating political crisis after Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government was ousted in a historic no-confidence vote. 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Mumbai: On the 68th Mahaparinirvan Day of Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the Mumbai Police have implemented strict security measures around the Chaityabhoomi area in Dadar. Due to the anticipated large influx of followers, changes have also been made to the traffic arrangements to manage potential congestion and traffic jams. Millions of followers from across the country are expected to visit the sacred stupa at Chaityabhoomi in Dadar's Shivaji Park to pay tribute to Dr. Ambedkar. Additionally, leaders and workers from various political parties and organizations will be present. To ensure law and order, Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar, Special Police Commissioner Deven Bharti, and Joint Commissioner of Law and Order Satyanarayan Chaudhary have planned a special security deployment. Security Deployment: Senior Officials: 3 Additional Commissioners, 5 Deputy Commissioners, and 14 Assistant Commissioners of Police. Personnel: 370 police officers and 3,100 constables. Special Units: SRPF platoons, Quick Response Teams (QRT), Riot Control Teams, Delta, Combat units, and Bomb Detection and Disposal Squads (BDDS). The police have urged citizens to cooperate by following their instructions, reporting unattended objects, and contacting helplines 100 or 112 in emergencies. Due to the expected crowd, traffic restrictions have been imposed from 6 AM on Thursday (December 5) to midnight on Saturday (December 7) in and around Chaityabhoomi. Roads Closed or One-Way Traffic: Swatantryaveer Savarkar Road: Closed to traffic from Siddhivinayak Temple Junction to Hinduja Hospital. Local residents may use alternative routes via S. Bank Junction and Pandurang Naik Marg. S.K. Bole Road (Northbound): One-way from Siddhivinayak Temple Junction to Portuguese Church Junction. Ranade Road: Fully closed for all traffic. Dnyaneshwar Mandir Road, Nambhekar Maharaj Road, Keluskar Road North & South, M.B. Raut Road: Closed for all vehicles. T.H. Kataria Road: Closed from Shobha Hotel Junction to Asawari Junction. Heavy Vehicle Restrictions: Savarkar Road (Mahim Junction to Hardikar Junction) L.J. Road (Mahim Junction to Gadkari Junction) Gokhale Road (Gadkari Junction to Dhanmill Naka) Senapati Bapat Road (Mahim Railway Station to Vada Naka) Dadar TT Circle to Tilak Bridge and NC Kelkar Road Suggested Alternate Routes: Southbound via Western Express Highway or Senapati Bapat Road: Use Kalanagar Junction, turn left towards Dharavi T-Junction, proceed via Sion Railway Station or 60-Feet Road to reach Sion Hospital, or use the Bandra-Worli Sea Link to head towards South Mumbai. Northbound from Colaba via BA Road or Haji Ali: Use P. D'Mello Road, Barrister Nath Pai Road, Zakaria Bunder Road, or RA Kidwai Road to Matunga's Aurora Bridge, then head towards Sion Hospital Junction or the Worli-Bandra Sea Link for North Mumbai. Northbound from Mahalaxmi Railway Station Junction: Take Dr. E Moses Road, turn at Rakhangi Chowk, and proceed via Senapati Bapat Road. East Expressway Vehicles (Southbound): Use Wadala Bridge to Barkat Ali Naka or BPT Colony and continue via the Eastern Freeway. These changes aim to ensure a smooth and safe Mahaparinirvan Day for all.