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Trump Has a New Favorite Foreign Leader. He’s Known as ‘the Madman.’Motion to impeach Yoon reported to National Assembly plenary sessionEven as the stock market has been on the recovering path for the past few weeks with benchmark indices posting biggest weekly gains in the last six months on December 6, Andrew Holland, CEO Avendus Capital Alternate Strategies, believes the volatility may not be far from over in the near term. Share Market View All Nifty Gainers View All Company Value Change %Change Speaking on the sidelines of CNBC-TV18’s India Business Leader Awards (IBLA) 2024, Holland cautioned the D-Street of a very volatile January ahead as the Donald Trump administration is set to take over in the US. “January 20 is a big event, Trump is taking over the US administration. That's an event we have to be very careful about. So, I'm very cautious between now and then,” he told CNBC-TV18. He believes that while FIIs may go on holiday in the second half of December, domestic domestic will have the full range for investing but come January, all bets will be off. “It's going be a very volatile January ahead of us.” When asked if he would recommend lightning positions, he said sometimes the strategy is having cash, waiting for some of these events to pass and then making a move. Even if one misses the first five percent of gains, that's okay, as there'll be a longer bull run but one should be reasonable to not get caught in the volatility, he said. Explaining the reason behind being so cautious about Trump 2.0, Holland said, “there’s many things about tariffs, the narrative for India... Sometimes, it doesn't always work out the way everyone says. I’m just a bit skeptical, so just being cautious is the right way to be.” Few days after Trump 2.0 takes over, India will be ready with its Budget 2025 in February. Against the backdrop of a slowdown in growth in Q2 and the upcoming budget, Holland said there is no reason to get really excited. He is of the view that there is no catalyst for the markets to go very high as valuations are already very high, the economy is slowing quite quickly and there's no rate cut. Therefore, even if government spending picks up, the multiplier effect may not be very quick and so, earnings are going to remain under pressure for the rest of this year.

El fundador de Xsolla, Shurick Agapitov presenta Once Upon Tomorrow Fortnite Island: Una experiencia innovadora e inmersiva que le da vida al universo de la novelaPresident-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday selected former Rep. Billy Long (R-MO), an auctioneer and ardent poker player, to be the country’s next IRS commissioner. The pick was announced Wednesday on Trump’s Truth Social platform as he continues the rollout of his second-term administration picks . Earlier in the day, he selected billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman for NASA chief and later announced Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-GA) as his choice to lead the Small Business Administration. “Billy brings 32 years of experience running his own businesses in Real Estate and, as one of the premier Auctioneers in the Country,” Trump wrote. “He then served 12 years in Congress, because he ‘felt it was important for his constituents to have a Representative who has signed the front of a check!’ ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Senate Dems consider whether Biden should ‘clear the slate’ and pardon Trump Since leaving Congress , Long has participated in numerous poker championships, including the World Poker Tour, and other professionally sanctioned games such as the Southern Poker Championship. He also lost the 2022 Republican Senate primary after the seat became vacant when Sen. Roy Blunt announced he would not seek reelection. According to Trump, Long went on to work as a business and tax advisor "helping Small Businesses navigate the complexities of complying with the IRS Rules and Regulations." “I have known Billy since 2011 - He is an extremely hard worker, and respected by all, especially by those who know him in Congress,” the president-elect said. “Taxpayers and the wonderful employees of the IRS will love having Billy at the helm. He is the consummate ‘people person,’ well respected on both sides of the aisle.” He added: “Congratulations Billy!”The Detroit Lions revoked the season tickets of the fan who got into a verbal altercation with Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur during last week’s Thursday Night Football game . Per the Detroit News Fahad Yousif said the Lions informed him of the decision via email. The altercation happened when Yousif was on the field before the game to hold part of the oversized flag during the national anthem. “The biggest gut punch, man,” Yousif said, per Pro Football Talk . “Just waking up and seeing that email and not being able to talk to somebody in person, it was a terrible feeling. I don’t have my chance to give my side of the story or anything.” Before halftime, officials asked Yousif to leave. He said he “got caught up” in the moment and was “devastated” by the team’s decision. Yousif admitted that the incident “definitely could have been avoided” on his end. After the altercation, LaFleur explained what happened , calling the fan “arrogant” and saying he’d never seen anything like it during his time coaching. “You know, you’re trying to de-escalate it, and then he gets in my face,” LaFleur said, via WXYZ Detroit . “I thought it was pretty unsportsmanlike. I’ve never seen that. I’ve been on many fields, and usually they police that much better. Matt LaFleur is moving forward as the Packers face the Seahawks “I thought it was an arrogant fan that wanted to get part of the action. I would like to see security, or something step in there and get him out of there because he shouldn’t be doing that.” The Packers fell to the Lions 34-31 to drop to 9-4 on the year. They are in a good spot when it comes to the playoff picture, but it’s unlikely they will win the NFC North since they are three games behind the Lions with four games remaining in the season. Green Bay has to move forward because the Seattle Seahawks are up next and they have won their last four games. “They’re going to throw a lot of different things at you,” LaFleur said of the Seahawks’ defense, per Packers.com . “You’ve got to be ready to adjust to them.” This article first appeared on 5 GOATs and was syndicated with permission.

GEORGE TOWN, George Town (AP) — Kalen Garry scored 20 points as South Dakota State beat Duquesne 71-60 on Sunday at the Cayman Islands Classic. Garry also had five rebounds for the Jackrabbits (5-1). Oscar Cluff scored 17 points while shooting 6 of 10 from the field and 5 for 6 from the free-throw line and added 11 rebounds and five assists. Matthew Mors had 15 points and shot 4 of 7 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 6 for 8 from the foul line. The Dukes (0-5) were led by Tre Dinkins, who recorded 19 points and two steals. Maximus Edwards added 11 points for Duquesne. Jake DiMichele finished with 10 points. South Dakota State was tied with Duquesne at the half, 33-33, with Garry (12 points) its high scorer before the break. Joe Sayler's 3-pointer with 8:54 remaining in the second half gave South Dakota State the lead for good at 52-51. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Ventas Inc. stock remains steady Thursday, still outperforms market

(TNS) — Hackers claim they have retrieved 17 million patient records, including confidential personal and medical information, in a ransomware attack on PIH Health that has paralyzed operations at three hospitals, the Southern California News Group has learned. The downed computer and most phone systems at PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles. Also compromised were urgent care centers, doctors offices and a home health and hospice agency operated by PIH. PIH officials on Wednesday declined to comment on a threatening typewritten letter purportedly faxed by the cyber criminals late last week, saying they are working with a cyber forensic specialist and the FBI to untangle the ransomware attack. The FBI also declined to discuss the ongoing investigation. “Be informed, there was a Ghost in your network!” reads the letter circulated among several PIH employees. “So the ghost has taken your data as evidence, and if you’re not going to cooperate and make a deal, then all your confidential files will be published on the Internet.” Whittier Informed, a grassroots news organization, first reported the letter’s content. SCNG received a copy of the letter from a PIH employee who declined to be identified because they are not authorized to speak about the cyber attack. A similar letter was faxed to PIH Whittier Hospital’s Emergency Department on the evening of Nov. 30 but initially was not taken seriously by staff on duty, the worker said. Purportedly, neither letter contained specific demands and it is unknown if PIH has paid a ransom to the hackers. No known group has taken credit for the attack. The most recent letter states the cyber thieves found PIH’s network “highly vulnerable,” with data stored insecurely on computer servers. The hackers claimed to have stolen about 2 terabytes of materials, including: To validate their claims, the hackers included in the letter a link to screenshots of PIH’s monthly oncology reports and patient billing information. “You have to resolve these issues immediately,” states the letter, which promises to provide PIH a “decryption key” to restore computer servers if its demands are met. “Contact our recovery team to discuss the situation and we’ll provide you with assistance.” PIH said on its website it does not have any information about patient information being compromised and will contact affected individuals if more information becomes available. Meanwhile, patient health records, laboratory systems, pharmacy, radiology, patient registration, and all other information technology systems and tools, including Internet access, are down at the three hospitals, urgent care centers, doctors’ offices, and home health and hospice agency. Phone lines for PIH Health Whittier and PIH Health Downey have been rerouted to operators at PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles, where the lines remain functional. “However, we continue to provide care to patients safely using our downtime procedures at all of our facilities,” PIH Health spokesperson Amanda Enriquez said in an email. “As these procedures entail non-electronic documentation, records and communication, staff are having to adjust to changes in their regular workflows.” PIH’s Internet workaround during the cyber crises has been chaotic, said an employee. Staff members are using their personal cellphones to remind patients of appointments and must jockey for temporary hotspots scattered throughout the medical facilities to connect laptops, according to the worker. Additionally, patient information, treatment plans and prescriptions have to be written by hand because electronic recordkeeping is unavailable. “They (PIH) are scrambling,” said the employee, who added that many workers are volunteering for overtime shifts to staff overwhelmed departments. “It’s a day-to-day thing. The majority of locations have not used paper in 15 years. It’s a stark awakening.“ Watsonville Community Hospital in Watsonville also was attacked by hackers over the weekend, according to Becker’s Healthcare, which noted that medical systems are often victimized around holidays when IT staff and employees are off. More information about what patients should expect due to the PIH ransomware attack can be found on its . ©With Syrian rebels edging ever-closer to the capital, President Bashar Assad is making a last-ditch attempt to remain in power, including indirect diplomatic overtures to the U.S. and President-elect Donald Trump, according to people with direct knowledge of the situation. Assad is ordering his army to fall back to defend Damascus, essentially ceding much of the country to insurgents, who seized the major cities of Aleppo and Hama in a lightning offensive over the past week. They’re now on the outskirts of Homs, less than 100 miles to the north. As his remaining troops dig in, Syria’s longtime ruler is signaling his willingness to reach a deal that would allow him to hold on to the rump territory his army controls, or guarantee his safe passage into exile if needed, said the people. They spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss secret meetings. One offer Assad made to the U.S. via the United Arab Emirates is for Syria to cut all involvement with Iran-backed militant groups, such as Hezbollah, if Western powers wield influence to stem the fighting, the people said. Another initiative saw Assad dispatch a senior Christian leader to meet Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to relay what he sees as an existential threat to Syria’s Christian minority if Islamist rebels prevail, according to other people familiar with the plan. The intention was that Orban, a Trump ally, would convey this danger to the incoming U.S. president, they said. Trump, who finds himself in Paris, has responded to events on the ground. He took to X to say: “There was never much of a benefit in Syria for Russia, other than to make Obama look really stupid. In any event, Syria is a mess, but is not our friend, & THE UNITED STATES SHOULD HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH IT. THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT. LET IT PLAY OUT. DO NOT GET INVOLVED!” It’s a dramatic turn of events for a dynasty that’s ruled Syria with an iron fist for half a century, crushed peaceful protests in 2011 and clung to power through years of civil war that spurred one of the worst humanitarian crises of modern times. Iranian and Russian military support was crucial to the survival of the 59-year-old president, but both are now distracted and stretched thin by other conflicts. “Assad is in huge danger — it’s almost like in 2015 when the insurgents were at the gates of Damascus,” said Sergei Markov, a political consultant close to the Kremlin, referring to the year Russia intervened to save him. Western nations were equally surprised, including the US, which had largely relinquished much of its influence in Syria to Iran, Russia and Turkey but has reacted to protect its interests, according to senior officials. Multiple Western officials said it was difficult to see Assad remaining in power. The fall of Homs, Syria’s third-largest city, could cut the highway linking Damascus and the country’s west and Mediterranean coast — the stronghold of the Assads and loyalists from their Alawite sect. South of Damascus, rebels have seized parts of Daraa province bordering Jordan and in the capital residents of some districts took to the streets and tore down billboards of Assad. In one area people destroyed a statue of Assad’s father Hafez. The president’s whereabouts are unclear, although he’s believed to be in Damascus or his hometown of Qardaha, close to Russia’s Khmeimim air base. It’s also possible he’s in the Iranian capital, Tehran, a person familiar with U.S. policy said Saturday. Assad’s office issued a statement condemning “rumors and fake news,” saying the president remains in the capital. Assad has ordered the bulk of Syria’s remaining army — estimated at between 30,000 to 40,000 fighters — to rush to defend Damascus, according to two people familiar with the matter. An army spokesman said in a TV address on Saturday that it was strengthening its defenses in the countryside around the city. The main rebel offensive has been led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, a former al-Qaida affiliate, and various armed groups backed by Turkey. Other fighters have joined in, including army defectors who’d fought the regime and laid down arms in previous ceasefires, said the people. As rebels converge on Damascus from the north and south, Iran has drawn back its presence in Syria, leaving its military advisers concentrated around the capital, according to the people. Some Tehran-backed Iraqi militias have also returned to their country after the government ceded the eastern city of Deir Ezzor to U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters, they said. Russian personnel now remain mainly around the capital and at the Khmeimim air base and Tartous naval base, they said. After a meeting with his Iranian and Turkish counterparts in Doha on Saturday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Moscow is “trying to do everything not to allow terrorists to prevail.” “We don’t want them to follow the fate of Iraqis, Libyans and other nations who were disturbed by the people desiring to keep their domination,” he said. Trump said Saturday a withdrawal from Syria might “be the best thing that can happen” to Russia and that troops shouldn’t get involved in the fighting. Back channels Russia has launched airstrikes around Homs to try and stall the rebel advance. But with signs the Kremlin’s help may not be enough, Assad is pressing on with back-channel negotiations. A key goal would be retaining control of a portion of the country and addressing Turkey’s demands for a political transition and the potential return of millions of Syrian refugees, a major issue for Ankara. Assad is also proposing a new constitution and talks with the mostly exiled political opposition, according to the people familiar with the outreach. It’s unclear if the efforts will bear fruit. Events on the battlefield have their own momentum, and even countries such as Turkey that have influence over the rebels may not be able to fully control events. “I don’t think any of these outside powers have the leverage over their proxies to change the course of what is happening on the ground,” said Andreas Krieg, director of London-based MENA Analytica Ltd. “At this moment most bets are that the Assad regime may not be able to hold out.” Patriarch visit It was against that backdrop that Assad sent Syriac Orthodox Patriarch Ignatius Aphrem II to Hungary on Monday to relay his fears. Syria’s Christian community makes up about 10% of the country’s 24 million population. The plan to have Orban relate this message to Trump was described by an aide to the patriarch and another person with knowledge of the encounter. People close to Trump couldn’t immediately comment, but said he had dispatched his in-law and Middle East adviser, Massad Boulos, to the UAE on Saturday to discuss the situation in the region. Assad has pursued similar tactics before. HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Golani and other rebels have in recent days attempted to allay the fears of Christians and Syria’s other minorities that they envision a form of Islamic rule. Assad’s own Alawite community, which has stuck by him since 2011 and paid a heavy price to defend the regime, also appears to sense the end may be near. Nariman, an Alawite woman reached by phone in Damascus on Friday said she, her husband who’s in the security forces and their 23-year-old son were fleeing to their ancestral village near Jableh in western Syria. She said there were many families like hers. Nobody is going to fight for Assad this time, she said, asking not to be identified by her last name for reasons of safety. ©2024 Bloomberg L.P. Visit bloomberg.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

East Carolina cornerback Shavon Revel Jr., a potential first-round pick, declared for the 2025 NFL Draft on Friday. Revel, who sustained a torn left ACL in practice in September, had one season of eligibility remaining. "After an incredible journey at East Carolina, I am officially declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft," the senior posted on social media. "... Pirates nation, thank you for your unwavering energy and support every game. Representing ECU is an honor, and I look forward to continuing to do so on Sundays!" Revel recorded two interceptions in three games this season, returning one 50 yards for a touchdown on Sept. 14 against Appalachian State. Over three seasons with the Pirates, Revel had three interceptions, 15 passes defensed and 70 tackles in 24 games. He was a second-team All-American Athletic Conference selection last season. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. ranked Revel as the No. 2 cornerback and No. 23 overall prospect in the 2025 draft class. --Field Level Media

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As Alberta seeks to bolster trade with U.A.E., union alleges TFW recruitmentATLANTA — On Jan. 18 and 19 the AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! will be held at State Farm Arena in advance of the College Football Playoff national championship on Jan. 20. The star-studded lineup was announced Thursday at a news conference at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Performances will include Lil Wayne and GloRilla on Saturday; and Camila Cabello, Myles Smith and Knox on Sunday. On game day, the Allstate Championship Tailgate, taking place just outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the Home Depot Backyard, will feature country acts on the Capital One Music Stage, including global superstar Kane Brown and iHeartCountry “On The Verge” artist Ashley Cooke. The concerts are just two of the festivities visiting fans can enjoy in the days leading up to the big game. The fan experience for both ticket holders and the general public has been a focus for event planners. All weekend long, an estimated 100,000 people from across the country are expected to attend fan events preceding kickoff. “It will be an opportunity for fans of all ages to come together to sample what college football is all about, and you don’t have to have a ticket to the game to be a part of it,” said Bill Hancock, executive director of the CFP in a press release. “We’ve worked closely with the Atlanta Football Host Committee to develop fan-friendly events that thousands will enjoy come January.” On Saturday, Jan. 18, Playoff Fan Central will open at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. The free, family-friendly experience will include games, clinics, pep rallies, special guest appearances, autograph signings and exhibits celebrating college football and its history. That day, fans can also attend Media Day, presented by Great Clips, which will feature one-hour sessions with student-athletes and coaches from each of the College Football Playoff national championship participating teams. ESPN and social media giants X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will be taping live broadcasts from the event. On Sunday, Jan. 19, the Trophy Trot, both a 5K and 10K race, will wind its way through the streets of downtown Atlanta. Each Trophy Trot participant will receive a T-shirt and finisher’s medal. Participants can register at atlantatrackclub.org . On Sunday evening, the Georgia Aquarium will host the Taste of the Championship dining event, which offers attendees the opportunity to indulge in food and drink prepared by local Atlanta chefs. This premium experience serves as an elevated exploration of local cuisine on the eve of the national championship. Tickets to the Taste of the Championship event are available on etix.com . Atlanta is the first city ever to repeat as host for the CFP national championship. The playoff was previously held in Atlanta in 2018. “We are honored to be the first city to repeat as host for the CFP national championship and look forward to welcoming college football fans from around the country in January,” said Dan Corso, president of the Atlanta Sports Council and Atlanta Football Host Committee. “This event gives us another opportunity to showcase our incredible city.” The College Football Playoff is the event that crowns the national champion in college football. The quarterfinals and semifinals rotate annually among six bowl games — the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, Capital One Orange Bowl, Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential and the Allstate Sugar Bowl. This year’s quarterfinals will take place on Dec. 31, 2024 and Jan. 1, 2025, while the semifinals will be Jan. 9-10, 2025. The CFP national championship will be Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. For additional information on the College Football Playoff, visit CollegeFootballPlayoff.com . Get local news delivered to your inbox!

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BOURNEMOUTH, England : Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou confronted fans after his side's tame 1-0 Premier League defeat at Bournemouth on Thursday which increased the pressure on the Australian. Postecoglou's side were unrecognisable from the one that beat Manchester City 4-0 in their last away game, producing a lacklustre display and conceding from a basic set-piece. They have now lost six of their 14 league games this season and sit 10th in the table, below Bournemouth. Boos were heard from the visiting fans after the final whistle and Postecoglou engaged a few in conversation. "They are disappointed, rightly so. They gave me some direct feedback which I guess is taken on board," he told reporters. Asked what was said, he added: "Probably not for here mate. I've got no issue with it. I didn't like what was being said because I'm a human being but you've got to cop it. "I've been around long enough to know that if things don't go well, you've got to understand the frustration." Postecoglou faces a crucial few weeks if the season is not to start unravelling. His stuttering side host high-flying Chelsea on Sunday and travel to Rangers for a crucial Europa League clash next week. After a trip to bottom club Southampton they face Manchester United in the League Cup quarter-finals and host leaders Liverpool shortly before Christmas. "All I can say is I'm really disappointed with tonight and I'm determined to get it right and I'll keep fighting until we do," Postecoglou said. Adding to his woes was an injury to Ben Davies who was playing as centre back in the absence of injured duo Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven. "It looks like he's done his hamstring. Him and Radu (Dragusin) have played every game. It's the one position we can't rotate. He'll obviously be out for a period of time now, we'll just have to wait and see how long it is. "It's a consequence of having the squad we have."None

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