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Police deny report of kidnap at primary schoolCongress remembers Manmohan with ‘Shok Divas’ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — Nick Johnson had 22 points in Winthrop's 102-97 win over Mercer on Saturday. Johnson had five rebounds for the Eagles (10-4). Kasen Harrison shot 7 of 11 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 5 for 8 from the line to add 20 points. Kelton Talford shot 4 of 9 from the field and 10 of 14 from the free-throw line to finish with 18 points. The Bears (6-6) were led in scoring by Ahmad Robinson, who finished with 27 points and seven assists. Tyler Johnson added 19 points for Mercer. Angel Montas finished with 17 points. Winthrop plays Sunday against Indiana on the road, and Mercer visits Georgia State on Saturday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
A Case Study of the South Atlantic By Mudassir Abrar Whilst the Atlantic Ocean has long been a center of economic and geopolitical activity, its security dynamics are changing quickly. Non-traditional maritime dangers that cross national borders and involve non-state actors have supplanted classic maritime risks like naval conflicts. To maintain stability and sustainability in the South Atlantic, these risks necessitate quick and well-coordinated solutions. Climate Change and Environmental Challenges: One notable non-traditional security threat in the South Atlantic is climate change. Ecosystems are changing and coastal populations are under danger due to rising sea levels, warming waters, and an increase in extreme weather occurrences. For instance, nations like Brazil and Ghana are more vulnerable to saltwater intrusion and coastal erosion, which endanger their water resources and agriculture. Populations are uprooted and resource-based conflicts are intensified by such environmental disturbances. Additionally, falling fish stocks in important fishing zones are a result of marine biodiversity being impacted by ocean warming. The problem is made worse by overfishing, which is frequently caused by uncontrolled ships from far-off countries. Strong regional frameworks are required to support sustainable practices and safeguard biodiversity in light of the twin challenges posed by environmental and human-induced pressures on marine resources. Maritime Crime and Piracy: Maritime crime in the South Atlantic, including piracy, illegal fishing, and drug trafficking, continues to pose severe challenges. The Gulf of Guinea alone accounted for over 95 percent of global piracy incidents in 2020. Criminal networks exploit vast, under-monitored waters and weak governance to execute these illegal activities. Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing depletes marine resources and undermines local economies. For instance, IUU fishing costs West African economies an estimated $2.3 billion annually. Similarly, drug trafficking routes connect South America to Africa and Europe, underlining the transnational nature of these challenges. Enhanced naval capabilities and stronger international collaborations are vital to tackling maritime crime effectively. Human Trafficking and Organized Crime: The South Atlantic is increasingly used as a corridor for human trafficking and smuggling. Migrants fleeing poverty and conflict often risk dangerous ocean journeys, with many falling victim to exploitation. According to the International Organization for Migration, thousands of migrants are trafficked annually through this region, highlighting the need for improved monitoring and rescue operations. Additionally, the South Atlantic has become a hub for illicit trade in arms and counterfeit goods, further destabilizing the region’s economies. Combating these forms of organized crime requires intelligence-sharing among states, robust border controls, and targeted socio-economic interventions to address root causes. Geopolitical Rivalries and Resource Exploitation: The South Atlantic is home to rare minerals and hydrocarbons, which the world has come to recognize. This, in turn, has elicited competition from superpowers and thus created concerns about non-sustainable resource exploitation. For example, although deep-sea mining is economically lucrative, it permanently threatens marine ecosystems. Oil exploitation in Brazil’s pre-salt reservoirs adds to the chances of an environmental disaster, such as oil leaks. The increasing military involvement of outside nations in the South Atlantic makes the security environment more complex. Even though they are often rationalized as protecting trade routes, strategic naval deployments have the potential to worsen tensions and threaten regional sovereignty. Regional governance organizations such as the Zone of Peace and Cooperation of the South Atlantic (ZPCSA) should be reinforced to promote fair resource usage and avoid geopolitical confrontations. Suggestions for Addressing Non-Traditional Dangers : Countering non-traditional security challenges to the South Atlantic requires a multifaceted strategy. The following ideas might be a future solution: The South Atlantic’s experiences can be a useful case study as maritime security gains more and more attention on a global scale. By working together, the area can protect its communities, preserve its resources, and build resilience against complicated threats. The writer is a freelance columnist Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );New York Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Aaron Rodgers “absolutely” will remain the team's starting quarterback and start Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Rodgers, who turns 41 next Monday, has been hampered at times during the Jets' 3-8 start by various injuries to his left leg, including a sore knee, sprained ankle and balky hamstring. Ulbrich said Monday the quarterback came back from the team's bye-week break ready to go. “All I can say, and you'd have to ask Aaron if he's fully healthy, but he's better off today than he's been as of late,” Ulbrich said. "So he's definitely feeling healthier than he has probably for the past month. A healthy Aaron Rodgers is the Aaron Rodgers we all love. “So, I'm excited about what that looks like.” NFL Network reported on Sunday that Rodgers, who missed all but four snaps last season with a torn left Achilles tendon , has declined having medical scans on his injured leg so he can continue to play. “I have not been informed of that, either way,” Ulbrich said. Rodgers suffered what NFL Network reported was a “significant” hamstring injury against Denver in Week 4. He then sprained his left ankle against Minnesota in London a week later. The four-time MVP has not been able to consistently move around during games as he has in the past, when extending plays and making things happen on the run became such a big part of his game. Rodgers said leading into New York's 28-27 loss to Indianapolis last Sunday that it was the healthiest he felt in a while. But he struggled against the Colts, finishing 22 of 29 for 184 yards after a brutally slow start during which he went 9 of 13 for just 76 yards. The Athletic reported last week that owner Woody Johnson broached the idea during a meeting with the coaching staff of having the banged-up Rodgers sit after the Jets' loss to Denver in Week 4. With Rodgers' struggles and perhaps compromised health the past few games, a hot debate on social media and sports talk shows during the past week has been whether the quarterback should take a seat in favor of Tyrod Taylor. But when asked if there has been any talk of shutting down Rodgers, Ulbrich replied flatly: “There has not.” In a follow-up question, the interim coach was asked if Rodgers will, in fact, be the Jets' starting quarterback at home Sunday against the Seahawks. “Absolutely,” Ulbrich said. He added that he didn't feel the need to sit down with Rodgers and address all the reports and chatter outside the facility. “No, I feel like we are on the same page,” the coach said. Last week, Ulbrich said he and his staff would take “a deep dive” into what the team could do better after losing seven of its past eight and being on the verge of missing the postseason for the 14th consecutive year. Ulbrich opted not to make any changes to the coaching responsibilities of his staff and he will continue to run the defense as the coordinator. He also said there would not be any personnel changes coming out of the bye, barring injuries. “But definitely, we created a really clear vision of where we need to improve and found some things,” Ulbrich said. “Obviously, you find the things that you’re not doing well, you need to improve upon them, but then also found some some things that I think we can really build upon. So I was excited in both ways.” Johnson fired general manager Joe Douglas last Tuesday, six weeks after he also dismissed coach Robert Saleh. On Monday, the team announced it would be assisted by The 33rd Team , a football media, analytics and consulting group founded by former Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum, in its searches for a general manager and coach. Ulbrich insisted that isn't creating an awkward situation for him, in particular, as he and his staff focus on the present while the organization begins planning for the future. “In all honesty, it’s not at all,” Ulbrich said. “My singular focus is just finishing the season off the right way, playing a brand of football we’re all proud of, myself included. And that starts with Seattle.” LB C.J. Mosley said he's “progressing” in his return from a herniated disk in his neck, but is still uncertain about his availability for Sunday. Mosley said Monday was the first time he put on a helmet since the injury occurred during pregame warmups against New England on Oct. 27. ... Ulbrich said the team is still evaluating LT Tyron Smith, who missed the game against Indianapolis with a neck ailment. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl
A New York judge is expected to decide this week whether Sean "Diddy" Combs will be granted bail as he awaits his trial on sex trafficking charges, scheduled for May 2025. During Sean "Diddy" Combs' third bail hearing on Friday, US District Judge Arun Subramanian said that he needed more time to decide whether the 55-year-old would be released from the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Judge Arun Subramanian ordered the Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team to submit letters by Monday, detailing the types of communication he should be allowed. This comes after prosecutors accused Combs of contacting potential witnesses and attempting to influence the jury pool from behind bars. Combs' lawyers submitted their letter just minutes before the noon deadline, arguing that his case should be evaluated using the "most demanding scrutiny" applied in former President Donald Trump's legal proceedings. In referencing the United States v. Trump presidential immunity case, Combs' lawyers highlighted that the court determined "only a significant and imminent threat to the administration of criminal justice" justifies limiting a defendant's speech, Newsweek reported. Combs' lawyers argued that, as a criminal defendant presumed innocent, he has a "greater constitutional claim" than other trial participants to criticise and speak out against the prosecution, citing the ruling in Trump's case. "Accordingly, the Court should apply Trump's heightened standard when considering Combs' speech here," his attorneys wrote as per Newsweek. Diddy's attorneys also argued that Combs' communications, including public statements and social media posts are protected under the First Amendment. "The government's arguments that asking his children to post birthday wishes on Instagram and that he is not entitled to publicly express his opinion that this prosecution is racially motivated are, quite simply, an unconstitutional effort to silence him," his lawyers wrote as quoted by Newsweek. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News, World and around the world.
The New York Giants barely resembled an NFL team and lost their sixth consecutive game. The Jacksonville Jaguars have lost four contests in a row, while the Las Vegas Raiders have topped the Giants and Jags with seven straight defeats. While the NFL's best dream of reaching Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, the league's worst teams are racing to the bottom in the hopes of landing the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 draft. Simply search "Giants" and "tanking" on social media, and instant results pour in. That's what happens when a 2-9 New York team abruptly gets rid of a $160 million starting quarterback in Daniel Jones, then loses 30-7 at home to an average Tampa Bay team. Malik Nabers, who was drafted at No. 6 overall in April, called out the Giants for being super soft . "I mean, it’s just soft man,” Nabers said. “I’m tired of going out there and losing. It’s just that. "I go out there, first and second quarter, and I don’t get the ball and start getting targets at the end. I mean, I can’t do nothing. Start getting the ball at 30-0 — what do you want me to do?” Multiple players vented frustration at the Giants, who are currently tied for the worst record in the NFL and could take Colorado dual threat Travis Hunter with the No. 1 pick. Jacksonville could have fired Doug Pederson during a bye week. But the Jaguars decided to stick with the their head coach, despite a 2-9 record. That could help one of the NFL's weakest teams land Shedeur Sanders, who also stars at Colorado and is the son of former two-sport star Deion Sanders . Whether "Coach Prime" would allow his son to play for the Giants or Jaguars is another big question. Las Vegas could be an ideal fit for Sanders, with Tom Brady serving as part-owner and the Raiders playing in a market that badly needs an offensive star. A 2-9 Las Vegas squad could also part ways with Antonio Pierce after the season, despite the Raiders promoting the former interim leader less than a year ago. But that would leave Vegas needing a new head coach, franchise QB and top draft pick at the same time. New England, Carolina, Tennessee, the New York Jets and Cleveland are all in the running for the top pick in Week 12, with almost one-third of the NFL's 32 teams being tempted to tank. Miami quarterback Cam Ward, Texas' tackle Kelvin Banks, Michigan's cornerback Will Johnson and Missouri receiver Luther Burden could all be drafted in the top 10. Right now, the Giants, Jaguars and Raiders are all in the lead in the race to the bottom. "Don't boo the Giants," one fan tweeted. "We want this. Lose every game by 100 and get the full-on tank going." talkSPORT is your home of the NFL on UK radio, and you can stay up to date with all the latest from around the league via our dedicated 'EndZone' YouTube channel.
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In a significant political development, early trends from the assembly elections in Jharkhand and Maharashtra, along with by-elections in 48 assembly constituencies across 15 states, have begun to surface. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Bharath Bommai is currently leading from the Shiggaon assembly constituency in Karnataka, as per the preliminary results from the Election Commission of India (ECI). Bommai, son of the former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, faces competition from Pathan Yasir Ahmed Khan of the Indian National Congress (INC) and Ravi Krishna Reddy of the Karnataka Rashtra Samithi. In a similar electoral face-off, Communist Party of India (Marxist) candidate U R Pradeep has taken the lead in the Chelakkara assembly constituency in Kerala, surpassing rivals K Balakrishnan from BJP and Ramya Haridas from INC. Across the country, in Bihar, Raushan Kumar holds a lead in the Imamganj assembly constituency against Jitendra Paswan of the Jan Suraaj Party and Deepa Kumari of Hindustani Awan Morcha (Secular). The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance appears positioned to cross the halfway mark, while opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi lags behind. The counting of votes started at 8:00 AM, and the evolving trends highlight a possible shift in political power today. (With inputs from agencies.)HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (AP) — The first woman to command Canada's military called out a U.S. senator on Saturday for questioning the role of women in combat. Gen. Jennie Carignan responded to comments made by Idaho Republican Sen. Jim Risch , the ranking member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, who was asked on Friday whether President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth , should retract comments that he believes men and women should not serve together in combat units . “I think it’s delusional for anybody to not agree that women in combat creates certain unique situations that have to be dealt with. I think the jury’s still out on how to do that," Risch said during a panel session at the Halifax International Security Forum on Friday. Carignan, Canada's chief of defense staff and the first woman to command the armed forces of any Group of 20 or Group of Seven country, took issue with those remarks during a panel session on Saturday. "If you’ll allow me, I would first like maybe to respond to Senator Risch’s statement yesterday about women in combat because I wouldn’t want anyone to leave this forum with this idea that women are a distraction to defense and national security," Carignan said. “After 39 years of career as a combat arms officer and risking my life in many operations across the world, I can’t believe that in 2024, we still have to justify the contribution of women to their defense and to their service, in their country. I wouldn’t want anyone to leave this forum with this idea that this is that it is some kind of social experiment.” Carignan said women have participating in combat for hundreds of years but have never been recognized for fighting for their country. She noted the women military personnel in the room. “All the women sitting here in uniform, stepping in, and deciding to get into harm’s way and fight for their country, need to be recognized for doing so," she said. “So again, this is the distraction, not the women themselves." Carignan received a standing ovation at the forum, which attracts defense and security officials from Western democracies. Hegseth has reignited a debate that many thought had been long settled: Should women be allowed to serve their country by fighting on the front lines? The former Fox News commentator made it clear, in his own book and in interviews, that he believes men and women should not serve together in combat units . If Hegseth is confirmed by the Senate, he could try to end the Pentagon’s nearly decade-old practice of making all combat jobs open to women. Hegseth’s remarks have generated a barrage of praise and condemnation. Carignan was promoted to the rank of general during the change-of-command ceremony this past summer, after being chosen by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government to become Canada’s first female defense chief. Carignan is no stranger to firsts. She was also the first woman to command a combat unit in the Canadian military, and her career has included deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, Bosnia and Syria. For the last three years, she has been the chief of professional conduct and culture, a job created as a result of the sexual misconduct scandal in 2021. Her appointment this year comes as Canada continues to face criticism from NATO allies for not spending 2% of its gross domestic product on defense. The Canadian government recently said that it would reach its NATO commitment by 2032. Risch said Friday Trump would laugh at Canada’s current military spending plans and said the country must do more.
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Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year after withdrawing name for attorney general WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz is not coming back to Congress. The Florida Republican said Friday he has no intention of serving another term in the House now that he is no longer President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general. Gaetz withdrew as the nominee this week amid growing fallout from the allegations of sexual conduct against him. Gaetz denies the allegations. Gaetz didn't lay out his plans now that he's out of office, saying only, “I’m still going to be in the fight, but it’s going to be from a new perch." After Gaetz's withdrawal on Thursday, Trump named former Florida attorney general Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. Vance takes on a more visible transition role as he works to boost Trump's most controversial picks WASHINGTON (AP) — After several weeks working behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visible role. He's been helping Donald Trump’s most contentious Cabinet picks try to win confirmation in the Senate, where he has served for the last two years. Vance spent part of Wednesday at the Capitol with Rep. Matt Gaetz sitting in on meetings with Trump’s controversial choice for attorney general. On Thursday, Vance was back, this time accompanying Pete Hegseth. Vance is expected to accompany other nominees for meetings over the coming weeks as he tries to leverage the two years he has spent in the Senate to help push through Trump’s picks. Beyond evangelicals, Trump and his allies courted smaller faith groups, from the Amish to Chabad Donald Trump’s lock on the white evangelical vote is legendary, but he didn't focus exclusively on large religious voter blocs. He and his allies also wooed smaller religious groups, away from the mainstream. He posted a tribute to Coptic church members on social media and met with members of Assyrians for Trump — two smaller Christian communities with Middle Eastern roots. He visited the grave of the revered late leader of an Orthodox Jewish movement. His allies sought votes from the separatist Amish community. While Trump won decisively, the outreaches reflected aggressive campaigning in what was expected to be a tight race. NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia's attack with new hypersonic missile KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — NATO and Ukraine will hold emergency talks Tuesday after Russia attacked a central city with a hypersonic ballistic missile that escalated the nearly 33-month-old war. Ukraine's parliament canceled a session Friday over the security threat. In a stark warning to the West, President Vladimir Putin said in a nationally televised speech Thursday that the attack with the intermediate-range Oreshnik missile was retaliation for Kyiv’s use of U.S. and British longer-range missiles capable of striking deeper into Russian territory. Putin said Russia is launching production of the Oreshnik, saying it's so powerful that several of them fitted with conventional warheads could be as devastating as a strike with strategic — or nuclear — weapons. Texas education board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas’ education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. The approval Friday follows other Republican-led states that have pushed this year to give religion a larger presence in public classrooms. The curriculum adopted by the Texas State Board of Education is optional for schools to adopt, but they’ll receive additional funding if they do so. Parents and teachers who opposed the curriculum say the lessons will alienate students of other faith backgrounds. Supporters argue the Bible is a core feature of American history and that teaching it will enrich learning. 2 men convicted of charges related to human smuggling after scheme led to an Indian family’s death FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (AP) — A prosecution spokesperson says a jury has convicted two men of charges related to human smuggling for their roles in an international operation that led to the deaths of a family of Indian migrants who froze while trying to cross the Canada-U.S. border during a 2022 blizzard. Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel and Steve Shand each faced four charges related to human smuggling before being convicted Friday. Patel is an Indian national. Shand is an American from Florida. They were arrested after the family froze while trying to cross the desolate border during a 2022 blizzard. Northern California gets record rain and heavy snow. Many have been in the dark for days in Seattle FORESTVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A major storm with heavy snow and record rain that's moving through Northern California has toppled trees, closed roads and prompted evacuations in some areas after knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of people in Washington and Oregon. Forecasters warn that the risk of flash flooding and rockslides will continue through Friday. The National Weather Service has extended a flood watch for areas north of San Francisco as a plume of moisture known as an atmospheric river inundates Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. Up to 16 inches of rain is forecast in Northern California and southwestern Oregon. The storm system unleashed winds earlier this week that left two people dead and hundreds of thousands without power in Washington. Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya WASHINGTON (AP) — Using drones and Google Earth imagery, archaeologists have discovered a 4,000-year-old network of earthen canals in what’s now Belize. The research published Friday in Science Advances shows that long before the ancient Maya built temples, their predecessors were already altering the landscape of Central America’s Yucatan peninsula. The ancient fish canals were used to channel and catch freshwater species such as catfish. These structures were used for around 1,000 years — including during the “formative” period when the Maya began to settle in permanent farming villages and a distinctive culture started to emerge. California case is the first confirmed bird flu infection in a US child Health officials are confirming bird flu in a California child — the first reported case in a U.S. minor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced confirmatory test results on Friday. Officials say the child had mild symptoms, was treated with antiviral medication and is recovering. The child’s infection brings the reported number of U.S. bird flu cases this year to 55, including 29 in California. State officials have said the child lives in Alameda County, which includes Oakland, and attends day care, but released no other details. Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8.Congress has an ‘old’ problem to deal with
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New York Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Aaron Rodgers “absolutely” will remain the team's starting quarterback and start Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Rodgers, who turns 41 next Monday, has been hampered at times during the Jets' 3-8 start by various injuries to his left leg, including a sore knee, sprained ankle and balky hamstring. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.
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