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A 42-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday after allegedly threatening a worker over the phone by using the same words that were found on the bullets used to ast week. “Delay, deny, depose. You people are next." Briana Boston of Lakeland allegedly told a BlueCross BlueShield employee at the end of a call about a recently denied medical insurance claim. Those same words were found scrawled on three bullet casings at the Police believe they are a reference to – which is the name of a book attacking insurance companies, and a phrase used to describe how insurance companies delay payments, deny claims and defend their actions. Because of the recent fatal shooting of Thomspon, the employee perceived the words as a threat and called FBI officials, said officials. The Lakeland Police Department arrived at Boston’s home to confront her about the interaction. According to an arrest affidavit, seen by , Boston “acknowledged” she said the words and “apologized.” The woman claimed she learned of the phrase due to the recent UnitedHealthcare homicide and believed it suited her situation. She clarified that she does not own firearms nor was she a danger to anyone. “Boston further stated the healthcare companies played games and deserved karma from the world because they are evil,” the affidavit states. She was arrested and charged with threats to conduct a mass shooting or an act of terrorism. It was not immediately clear if she was granted bail. The murder of Thompson has , which are often accused of prioritizing profit to the detriment of clients grappling with medical issues. People have shared stories online of frustrating and sometimes dangerous denied or delayed medical claims. Some critics online have even praised the suspect accused of murdering Thompson, . He has written a “manifesto” condemning insurance companies as he struggled with the painful consequences of major back surgery. The increased attention on health insurance companies, and their leaders, has led some to Police officials issued a bulletin Tuesday warning of “wanted” posters of health insurance company executives appearing in Manhattan. The bulletin warned that the executives could be at risk as Mangione may be viewed as a “martyr” by some, which could trigger other attacks.Trump’s comeback and goals please conservativesBrazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will undergo another operation Thursday to “minimize the risk of future bleeding” in an area under his skull that received emergency surgery this week, his doctor said. The 79-year-old president’s doctor, Roberto Kalil, told journalists on Wednesday outside the Hospital Sirio-Libanes where Lula is convalescing that the procedure was an “expected” follow-up to the surgery carried out on Tuesday. He said Thursday’s operation, estimated to last an hour, would involve inserting a catheter in Lula’s femoral artery, and added that the procedure was “relatively simple and low-risk.” The hospital said in a medical bulletin: “As part of his treatment, complementary to the surgery, an endovascular procedure (embolization of the middle meningeal artery) will be carried out tomorrow morning.” The facility added that Lula was otherwise well. On Wednesday, it said, he “carried out physiotherapy, walked and received family visits.” Doctors performed emergency surgery Tuesday on Lula to relieve pressure on his brain from bleeding in cranial membranes linked to a fall he had in October, in a bathroom at the presidential residence. After complaining of a headache in Brasilia on Monday, an MRI scan found a hemorrhage between his brain and the dura mater membrane that protects it. He was rushed to the Hospital Sirio-Libanes — the country’s top medical facility — where doctors carried out a trepanation, involving drilling through his skull to relieve pressure. Earlier Wednesday, the hospital said Lula was alert and had “progressed well” since the surgery, “without incident.” In a post-surgery news conference on Tuesday, his medical team said he had suffered no brain damage. They said he would spend a couple of days in intensive care, under observation, and he was expected to be released from hospital next week. After suffering his fall on October 19, Lula told an official from his Workers’ Party that the accident had been “serious”. In the weeks following, the president skipped planned overseas trips. But from mid-November he resumed his active schedule, hosting a G20 summit in Rio and attending a Mercosur summit last week in Uruguay. With 2,400 staff representing 100 different nationalities, AFP covers the world as a leading global news agency. AFP provides fast, comprehensive and verified coverage of the issues affecting our daily lives.

Equipment issue pauses sale of some espresso, hot chocolate at McDonald's Canada McDonald's Canada says espresso-based drinks and hot chocolate are temporarily unavailable at some of the chain's restaurants as it copes with a potential equipment issue. Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press Nov 21, 2024 11:12 AM Nov 21, 2024 11:35 AM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message An empty McDonald's restaurant is seen in Montreal, Tuesday, March 17, 2020. McDonald's Canada says espresso-based drinks and hot chocolate are temporarily unavailable at some of the chain's stores as it copes with a potential equipment issue. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz McDonald's Canada says espresso-based drinks and hot chocolate are temporarily unavailable at some of the chain's restaurants as it copes with a potential equipment issue. The fast-food behemoth's Canadian arm blamed the troubles on its Melitta espresso machines after a supplier informed it of a potential safety risk. The Wall Street Journal reported this week that Melitta was investigating a defect in a component of the machines that could trigger a blast of steam that would break the part. McDonald's Canada says it working with its supplier to safely resolve the issue, but did not answer questions about how long it might take to address the problem. While the company says hot and iced drinks made with brewed coffee or tea are not impacted by the issue, the McDonald's app showed at least a dozen other beverages were unavailable at some locations. Those drinks included lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, mochas, espressos and hot chocolates. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 21, 2024. Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message More The Mix Dynamite, Garage parent company makes debut on Toronto Stock Exchange Nov 21, 2024 12:30 PM Northvolt says Quebec battery plant will proceed despite bankruptcy filing Nov 21, 2024 12:11 PM Under-20 coach Cindy Tye named interim coach for upcoming Canada senior friendlies Nov 21, 2024 12:06 PM Featured FlyerAP Sports SummaryBrief at 5:21 p.m. EST

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Logistical issues meant that thousands of Namibians were still waiting to vote in pivotal presidential and legislative elections late on Wednesday as the polling stations were scheduled to close. The vote could usher in the desert nation's first woman leader even as her party, the ruling South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) faces the strongest challenge yet to its 34-year grip on power. Some voters told AFP they queued all day, for up to 12 hours, blaming technical problems which included issues with voter identification tablets or insufficient ballot papers. According to Namibia's electoral law, those in the queue before the polls closed -- scheduled at 9:00 pm (1900 GMT) -- should be allowed to vote. "We have the obligation to make sure that they pass their vote," said Petrus Shaama, chief officer of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN). The main opposition party, the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has blamed the ECN for the long lines and cried foul play. "We have reason to believe that the ECN is deliberately suppressing voters and deliberately trying to frustrate voters from casting their vote," said Christine Aochamus of the IPC. She said the party had "started the process" of approaching a court "to order the ECN to extend the voting time". At one polling station inside Namibia's University of Science and Technology in the capital Windhoek, hundreds of people were still in line at 09:00 pm despite some having arrived at 6:00 am, an hour before polls opened. It was a similar situation at the Museum of Independence, according to an AFP reporter, where one voter said he arrived 12 hours earlier and was still in line with hundreds of others. SWAPO's candidate and current vice president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, was one of the first to vote and called on Namibians "to come out in their numbers". An estimated 1.5 million people in the sparsely populated nation had registered to cast their ballot. SWAPO has governed since leading mineral-rich Namibia to independence from South Africa in 1990 but complaints about unemployment and enduring inequalities could force Nandi-Ndaitwah into an unprecedented second round. Leader of the IPC, Panduleni Itula, a former dentist and lawyer said he was optimistic he could "unseat the revolutionary movement". "We will all march from there and to a new dawn and a new era of how we conduct our public affairs in this country," the 67-year-old told reporters after voting. Itula took 29 percent of votes in the 2019 elections, losing to SWAPO leader Hage Geingob with 56 percent. It was a remarkable performance considering Geingob, who died in February, had won almost 87 percent five years before that. Namibia is a major uranium and diamond exporter but not many of its nearly three million people have benefitted from that wealth. "There's a lot of mining activity that goes on in the country, but it doesn't really translate into improved infrastructure, job opportunities," said independent political analyst Marisa Lourenco, based in Johannesburg. "That's where a lot of the frustration is coming from, (especially) the youth," she said. Unemployment among 15- to 34-year-olds is estimated at 46 percent, according to the latest figures from 2018, almost triple the national average. For the first time in Namibia's recent history, analysts say a second round is a somewhat realistic option. That would take place within 60 days of the announcement of the first round of results due by Saturday. "The outcome will be tight," said self-employed Hendry Amupanda, 32, who queued since 9:00 pm the night before to cast his ballot. "I want the country to get better and people to get jobs," said Amupanda, wearing slippers and equipped with a chair, blanket and snacks. Marvyn Pescha, a self-employed consultant, said his father was part of SWAPO's liberation struggle and he was not going to abandon the party. "But I want SWAPO to be challenged for better policies. Some opportunistic leaders have tarnished the reputation of the party, they misuse it for self-enrichment," the 50-year-old said. While lauded for leading Namibia to independence, SWAPO is nervous about its standing after other liberation-era movements in the region have lost favour with young voters. In the past six months, South Africa's African National Congress lost its parliamentary majority and the Botswana Democratic Party was ousted after almost six decades in power. clv/br/lhd/sbk

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he's picking Kari Lake as director of Voice of America, installing a staunch loyalist who ran unsuccessfully for Arizona governor and a Senate seat to head the congressionally funded broadcaster that provides independent news reporting around the world. Lake, an immigration hard-liner, was a television news anchor in Phoenix for nearly three decades until she left in 2021 after making a series of controversial statements on social media, including sharing COVID-19 misinformation during the pandemic. Telegenic, engaging and adept at communicating, Lake launched her political career a short time later, quickly building a loyal following and national profile as she sparred with journalists and echoed Trump in her sharp criticism of what she called the “fake news.” In a statement, Trump said Lake would be ultimately be appointed by and work closely with the head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media for his incoming administration, “who I will announce soon.” He said Lake will “ensure that the American values of Freedom and Liberty are broadcast around the World FAIRLY and ACCURATELY, unlike the lies spread by the Fake News Media.” Get the latest breaking news as it happens. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy . The president-elect has in the past been a fierce critic of Voice of America, including saying in 2020 that “things they say are disgusting toward our country.” The broadcaster drew additional criticism during Trump’s first term for its coverage of the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, with a White House publication, the "1600 Daily” email summary of news and events, accusing it of using taxpayer money “to speak for authoritarian regimes.” That was after VOA covered the lifting of lockdowns in the Chinese city of Wuhan, where the virus first emerged. VOA was founded during World War II, and its congressional charter requires it to present independent news and information to international audiences. It responded to Trump’s criticism by defending its coverage. Upon taking office in January 2021, President Joe Biden’s administration swiftly removed a number of senior officials aligned with Trump from VOA and positions affiliated with it. Lake endeared herself to Trump through her dogmatic commitment to the falsehood that both she and Trump were the victims of election fraud. She has never acknowledged losing the gubernatorial race and called herself the “lawful governor” in her 2023 book, “Unafraid: Just Getting Started.” Lake continued her unsuccessful fight in court to overturn it even after beginning her run for Senate — which she lost by an even higher margin last month, after trying to moderate her tone during her tone but struggling to keep a consistent message on thorny topics, including election fraud and abortion. Trump nonetheless considered her for his vice presidential running mate before deciding on JD Vance. Also Wednesday, Trump announced Leandro Rizzuto as his choice to be the U.S. ambassador to the Washington-based Organization of American States, and said he wanted Florida personal injury attorney Dan Newlin to be his administration's ambassador to Colombia. He also picked Peter Lamelas, a physician and the founder of one of Florida's largest urgent care companies, to be the U.S. ambassador to Argentina. Lamelas is also a large donor to the past campaigns of Trump and other top Republicans.Runner's World: Top RBs take flight when Ravens entertain Eagles

Alexis Mac Allister and substitute Cody Gakpo got the goals as Liverpool beat Champions League holders Real Madrid 2-0 at Anfield to make it five wins from as many games in the league phase for Arne Slot’s men. The Reds took the lead when Mac Allister played a one-two with Conor Bradley and slotted past Thibaut Courtois seven minutes into the second half. Real had the chance to equalise with a penalty just past the hour, but Kylian Mbappe saw his strike saved by Caoimhin Kelleher. 🛑🛑🛑 pic.twitter.com/bUR6j4xtT5 — Liverpool FC (@LFC) November 27, 2024 There was then an unsuccessful spot-kick from the hosts as Mohamed Salah missed from 12 yards, before Gakpo popped up with a 76th-minute header from Andy Robertson’s cross as the Merseysiders recorded a first win over Real in 15 years and gained some revenge for their defeats in the 2018 and 2022 finals. While Liverpool top the table, Carlo Ancelotti’s Real are down in 24th place – the final play-offs berth – with just six points from their five matches. Aston Villa are outside the top eight on goal difference after a 0-0 draw with Juventus in which Morgan Rogers had a stoppage-time finish for the hosts ruled out for a foul, with Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez having earlier made a fantastic save to deny Francisco Conceicao. Celtic, lying 20th, drew 1-1 at home with Club Brugge thanks to a curling Daizen Maeda strike that cancelled out a remarkable own goal by Cameron Carter-Vickers, who passed back without looking to send the ball into the net. Borussia Dortmund moved into the top eight with 3-0 win at Dinamo Zagreb, where Jamie Gittens, Ramy Bensebaini and Serhou Guirassy got on the scoresheet. A point apiece on matchday five in the Champions League. #AVLJUV || #UCL pic.twitter.com/rtjBsmYsO7 — Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) November 27, 2024 Monaco dropped to eighth after suffering their first loss of the league phase, 3-2 at home to Benfica. Despite having Wilfried Singo sent off just prior to the hour mark, the French side took the lead for a second time via Soungoutou Magassa in the 67th minute, only for late goals from Arthur Cabral and Zeki Amdouni to give Benfica all three points. Lille, in 12th, have the same amount of points as Monaco and Villa thanks to a 2-1 win at Bologna, with Ngal’Ayel Mukau notching a brace. PSV Eindhoven, now 18th, produced a dramatic late turnaround to beat 10-man Shakhtar Donetsk 3-2 at home. The visitors led 2-0 through Danylo Sikan and Oleksandr Zubkov before having Pedrinho sent off in the 69th minute, and PSV then hit back with three goals in the closing stages, Malik Tilman scoring in the 87th and 90th and Ricardo Pepi then notching the winner in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Red Star Belgrade registered their first win of the league phase by thrashing Stuttgart 5-1, as did Sturm Graz, beating Girona 1-0.(CNN) — The man accused of killing 22-year-old college student Laken Riley in February while she was jogging on the University of Georgia campus was convicted of murder this week and sentenced to life in prison . Laken’s sister, Lauren Phillips, now a University of Georgia student herself, walks the grounds of her dream school in fear. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.

Recent government Office of National Statistics (ONS) reports state that U.K. earnings growth has fallen to its lowest level for more than two years, and with prices still rising, many are still feeling the burden of the cost of living . To get through Starmer’s Britain some workers may be seeking a pay increase to help mitigate this. To help employees approach pay rise negotiations confidently and effectively, job search and career coaching platform JobLeads have compiled their best professional, actionable framework to use. In terms of security fair renumeration, the advice is: Research market salaries and inflation trends Before approaching your employer, it’s crucial to research industry benchmarks for your role and seniority. Use reliable salary surveys or data from recruitment agencies to ensure your request aligns with current market conditions. Additionally, understanding inflation rates and how they have affected your purchasing power will give you concrete reasons for a raise beyond personal financial needs. Present your value with data-driven evidence Employers respond well to measurable outcomes. Compile a detailed account of your achievements since your last pay review, focusing on quantifiable contributions such as revenue growth, cost savings, or efficiency improvements. By demonstrating the tangible value you bring to the company, you make a stronger case for why your compensation should reflect your performance. Timing is critical Choose the right moment for the conversation. Ideally, request a raise during annual performance reviews or after completing a successful project, when your contributions are most visible. Be mindful of your company’s financial situation—while the cost-of-living crisis may be affecting employees, businesses could also be under pressure. If your employer is experiencing a downturn, framing the raise in terms of retention or long-term investment might resonate better. Leverage comparable offers or market value If you’ve received offers from other companies or have evidence that your role is being compensated at a higher rate elsewhere, use this information as leverage. However, tread carefully—this should be presented as part of your overall argument rather than an ultimatum. Emphasise that you’re committed to staying but want your salary to reflect competitive market rates. Align your request with company goals When asking for a pay rise, ensure your argument is aligned with your company’s broader objectives. If your role has evolved to include higher responsibilities or strategic initiatives, illustrate how your work directly contributes to those goals. By framing your request within the company’s success, you position the raise as mutually beneficial. Consider non-monetary compensation If your company is struggling to meet pay increase requests due to economic challenges, be open to discussing non-monetary benefits. This could include childcare subsidies, travel allowance, additional time off, and much more. These can improve your quality of life while demonstrating flexibility and understanding of the company’s situation. Be direct, professional, and empathetic Approach the conversation with confidence but also with empathy for your employer’s position during these uncertain times. Use clear, respectful language, and be prepared for a discussion rather than a one-sided request. If your manager needs time to consider the request or can’t provide an immediate answer, ask for a follow-up meeting to ensure the discussion remains on the agenda. Dr. Tim Sandle is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for science news.Tim specializes in science, technology, environmental, business, and health journalism. He is additionally a practising microbiologist; and an author. He is also interested in history, politics and current affairs.

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By LOLITA BALDOR and FATIMA HUSSEIN WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he has chosen Keith Kellogg, a highly decorated retired three-star general, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg, who is one of the architects of a staunchly conservative policy book that lays out an “America First” national security agenda for the incoming administration, will come into the role as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine enters its third year in February. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social account, and said “He was with me right from the beginning! Together, we will secure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH, and Make America, and the World, SAFE AGAIN!” Kellogg, an 80 year-old retired Army lieutenant general who has long been Trump’s top adviser on defense issues, served as national security adviser to Vice President Mike Pence , was chief of staff of the National Security Council and then stepped in as an acting security adviser for Trump after Michael Flynn resigned. As special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Kellogg will have to navigate an increasingly untenable war between the two nations. The Biden administration has begun urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of troops as young as 18. The White House has pushed more than $56 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the start of Russia’s February 2022 invasion and expects to send billions more to Kyiv before Biden leaves office in less than months. Trump has criticized the billions that the Biden administration has poured into Ukraine. Washington has recently stepped up weapons shipments and has forgiven billions in loans provided to Kyiv. The incoming Republican president has said he could end the war in 24 hours, comments that appear to suggest he would press Ukraine to surrender territory that Russia now occupies. As a co-chairman of the American First Policy Institute’s Center for American Security, Kellogg wrote several of the chapters in the group’s policy book. The book, like the Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025,” is a move to lay out a Trump national security agenda and avoid the mistakes of 2016 when he entered the White House largely unprepared. Kellogg in April wrote that “bringing the Russia-Ukraine war to a close will require strong, America First leadership to deliver a peace deal and immediately end the hostilities between the two warring parties.” Related Articles Trump’s proposed national security advisor U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz (R-Fla.) tweeted Wednesday that “Keith has dedicated his life to defending our great country and is committed to bringing the war in Ukraine to a peaceful resolution.” Kellogg was a character in multiple Trump investigations dating to his first term. He was among the administration officials who listened in on the July 2019 call between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in which Trump prodded his Ukrainian counterpart to pursue investigations into the Bidens. The call, which Kellogg would later say did not raise any concerns on his end, was at the center of the first of two House impeachment cases against Trump, who was acquitted by the Senate both times. On Jan. 6, 2021, hours before pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, Kellogg, who was then Pence’s national security adviser, listened in on a heated call in which Trump told his vice president to object or delay the certification in Congress of President Joe Biden ’s victory. He later told House investigators that he recalled Trump saying to Pence words to the effect of: “You’re not tough enough to make the call.” Baldor reported from Washington. AP writer Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.