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OTTAWA — The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal has ordered Canada to address a backlog of requests under Jordan's Principle which is meant to ensure First Nations children don't wait to receive assistance because of jurisdictional battles. The First Nations Child and Family Caring Society raised concerns that Ottawa was taking too long to process requests for financing through Jordan's Principle, leaving children without access to services. The principle stipulates that when a First Nations child needs health, social or educational services they are to receive them from the government first approached, with questions about final jurisdiction worked out afterward. It's named after Jordan River Anderson of Norway House Cree Nation in Manitoba. Born in 1999 with multiple disabilities, Anderson died at five years old without ever leaving the hospital, because federal and provincial governments couldn’t decide who should pay for his at-home care. Caring Society executive director Cindy Blackstock told the tribunal the ever-growing Jordan's Principle backlog was of Canada's own making and that some kids are waiting months to receive the care they need. Urgent Jordan’s Principle requests are supposed to be processed within 24 hours. But urgent requests are taking up to one month to be reviewed, according to Independent First Nations, an advocacy body representing a dozen First Nations in Ontario and Quebec. Blackstock’s January affidavit said nearly half of requests made by individuals from those First Nations in 2023-24 are still in review, along with 10 per cent of the files submitted in 2022-23. The delays extend to the reimbursement of service providers, the Caring Society argued, with the Indigenous Services department missing its own promise to make those payments within 15 days. In 2022-23, the department processed only 50.7 per cent of payments within 15 business days, compared to 82.9 per cent in 2021-22. The tribunal wrote in a decision Thursday that Canada admitted to the backlog, but the estimated size of it differs between parties. "There is a backlog of cases and some of them may very well be urgent and this will be established when Canada reviews the email requests in the backlog," the decision says. The tribunal ordered Canada to return to it with a detailed plan, timelines and targets to address the backlog before Dec. 10. Jennifer Kozelj, spokesperson for Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu, said in a statement that the department remains focused on ensuring First Nations children can access the services they need, and that they are reviewing the tribunal's decision. "Since 2016, we have invested nearly $8.1 billion to meet the needs of First Nations children through Jordan's Principle, working collaboratively to develop processes and operations to meet the growing volume of requests," she wrote. "Additionally, more than 7.8 million products, services and supports were approved under Jordan’s Principle since 2016." In the decision Thursday, the tribunal also highlighted the need for a "credible and independent national and effective" complaints mechanism for Jordan's Principle. "The Tribunal agrees it would be best to have broad consultations with First Nations for the creation of a permanent independent Indigenous-led complaints mechanism," the decision says. Still, the tribunal wrote that interim complaints mechanisms can be implemented before that formal structure is created. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 22, 2024. Alessia Passafiume, The Canadian Press
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NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs tried for a third time Friday to persuade a judge to let him leave jail while he awaits his sex trafficking trial, but a decision won’t come until next week. Judge Arun Subramanian said at a hearing that he will release his decision on Combs' latest request for bail after Combs’ lawyers and federal prosecutors file letters addressing outstanding issues. Those letters are due at noon on Monday, Subramanian said. Combs’ lawyers pitched having him await trial under around-the-clock surveillance either his mansion on an island near Miami Beach or — after the judge scoffed at that location — an apartment on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Their plan essentially amounts to putting Combs on house arrest, with strict limits on who he has contact with. But prosecutors argue that Combs has routinely flouted jail rules and can't be trusted not to interfere with witnesses or the judicial process. “The argument that he’s a lawless person who doesn’t follow instructions isn’t factually accurate,” Combs lawyer Anthony Ricco argued. “The idea that he’s an out-of-control individual who has to be detained isn’t factually accurate.” Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he coerced and abused women for years with help from a network of associates and employees while silencing victims through blackmail and violence, including kidnapping, arson and physical beatings. His trial is slated to begin May 5. The Bad Boy Records founder remains locked up at a Brooklyn federal jail, where he spent his Nov. 4 birthday. Two other judges previously concluded that Combs would be a danger to the community if he is released and an appeals court judge last month denied Combs’ immediate release while a three-judge panel of the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals weighs his bail request. Friday's hearing was the second time Combs was in court this week. On Tuesday, a judge blocked prosecutors from using as evidence papers that were seized from his cell during jail-wide sweep for contraband and weapons at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. As he entered through a side door, Combs waved to relatives including his mother and several of his children in the courtroom gallery, tapping his hand to his heart and blowing kisses at them. He then hugged his lead attorney, Marc Agnifilo, before taking a seat at the defense table. He was not handcuffed or shackled and wore a beige jail uniform, occasionally pulling a pair of reading glasses from his pocket as he peered at papers in front of him. Prosecutors maintain that no bail conditions will mitigate the “risk of obstruction and dangerousness to others” of releasing Combs from jail. Prosecutors contend that while locked up the “I'll Be Missing You” artist has orchestrated social media campaigns aimed at tainting the jury pool. They allege that he has also attempted to publicly leak materials he thinks would be helpful to his case and is contacting potential witnesses via third parties. “Simply put, the defendant cannot be trusted,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Christy Slavik argued. Combs’ lawyer Teny Geragos countered that, given the strict release conditions proposed, “it would be impossible for him not to follow rules.”
The match will be a test of character, skill, and tactical acumen for both teams, as they look to outwit and outmaneuver each other on the pitch. The outcome of the game could have far-reaching implications for the remainder of the season, as both teams are aiming for success in their respective domestic leagues and in European competition.
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If Johny Srouji were to accept the role of CEO at Intel, it would mark a significant shift in leadership for both companies. His move from Apple to Intel would signal a changing of the guard in the semiconductor industry and could potentially reshape the competitive landscape among tech giants. Srouji's unique blend of technical expertise, strategic acumen, and leadership skills could be just what Intel needs to regain its competitive edge and drive future growth.The Ridgefield school board Tuesday voted unanimously to place two three-year levies on the Feb. 11 special election ballot. The proposed replacement operations levy would collect a total of $44 million from 2026 to 2028, with an estimated tax rate of $1.75 per $1,000 of assessed property value. The proposed capital projects and technology levy would collect $21.2 million over the same period, with a focus on building a third elementary school and maintaining services. The projected capital levy rate would be 84 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value. The three-year levies require a simple majority to pass. If approved, they would go into effect in January 2026. Two community members spoke at the meeting in support of the levies. “As an educator, I’ve witnessed firsthand how investments in our schools strengthen the heart of our community,” said Kerri Upton, vice president of Citizens for Ridgefield Schools and special education lead at Union Ridge Elementary School. If both levies pass, the owner of a $500,000 house would pay an estimated $1,890 in annual property taxes in 2026. The cost includes the existing 2012 and 2017 existing bonds. This year, the property tax rate for Ridgefield schools was $2.53, which includes the current operations levy and existing bonds, and owners of a $500,000 home paid $1,265. In August 2022, voters approved the current 2023-2025 operations levy of $30.7 million, with an anticipated rate of $1.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value. And unexpected increase in Ridgefield’s property values meant taxpayers actually paid $1.43 in 2023 and $1.47 in 2024 per $1,000 of assessed property value. The operations levy “bridges the gap between state funding and the actual costs of funding our schools,” said Kelliana Cole, a Ridgefield parent and member of Citizens for Ridgefield Schools. “It funds teachers, classroom support, supplies, transportation and enrichment programs — all essential services that directly impact every student’s education and well-being.” In the past, operations levy money has gone toward sports and activities, special education, student supports, staff professional development, facilities and operating costs. About $15 million from the capital levy, $21 million in impact fees on new development and $16.5 million in state funding would go toward building the elementary school, if the capital levy is approved. “The capital and technology levy addresses the district’s most urgent needs, including the plans for a third elementary school to alleviate overcrowding,” Upton said. “This was developed through extensive community input.” The district also plans to allocate funds from the capital levy to student and staff technology replenishment cycles, according to a November school board meeting presentation. Bonds vs. levies In the past 35 years, Ridgefield passed only four out of 17 bonds, according to district data. Voters in April rejected the most recent bond proposals, which would have collected between $70 million and $190 million. Bonds are repaid with property taxes over as many as 40 years and must be approved by a 60 percent vote. With feedback from community members about the April bond, the school board landed on the two proposed levies. The board and a crowd of about 30 clapped after each levy placement was approved. “This is exactly what the community asked for: to use community input to inform your next ask and be smart about funding,” Cole said. “It leverages community voices and maximizes outside resources to address the need for a new elementary school.”
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Scores and stats from Orange County games on Saturday, Nov. 23 Click here for details about sending your team’s scores and stats to the Register. The deadline for submitting information is 10:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 p.m. Saturday . SATURDAY’S SCORES BOYS WATER POLO CIF STATE PLAYOFFS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL Championship final JSerra 11, Newport Harbor 9 BOYS BASKETBALL RUMBLE ON THE HILL Sierra Vista 69, Sonora 57 Los Amigos 61, Troy 53 Sage Hill 62, Calvary Chapel 49 LUIS MACIAS TOURNAMENT Upland 43, El Dorado 36 NONLEAGUE Arlington 101, Westminster 46 GIRLS BASKETBALL OXFORD ACADEMY TOURNAMENT Oxford Academy 48, Patriot 43 St. Margaret’s 43, California 22 Godinez 40, Gabrielino 19 BONITA TOURNAMENT Whittier Christian 46, Cajon 39 LA MIRADA TOURNAMENT Anaheim 49, Pacifica 29 Glendora 52, Loara 24 NONLEAGUE Aliso Niguel 50, Laguna Beach 26 Buena Park 69, Santa Monica 45
China Convenes Five Nuclear Countries Experts Meeting in Dubai, UAE; Ministry of Foreign Affairs RespondsA Windows zero-day security vulnerability under active exploit leads Microsoft's December 2024 Patch Tuesday security update, which hardly constitutes a sleigh of festive tidings for security admins: A stocking stuffed with 71 patches. The tech giant unwrapped CVEs in Windows and Windows Components, Office and Office Components, SharePoint Server, Hyper-V, Defender for Endpoint, and System Center Operations Manager. This year's holiday-season entry brings the total number of patches for the year to 1,020, Redmond's second-most voluminous year for fixes after 2020's 1,250. Out of this month's CVEs, 16 are rated as critical. The actively exploited bug is tracked as CVE-2024-49138 (CVSS 7.8), a moderate-severity flaw in the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver. “CLFS is a logging service that supports user and kernel-mode operations,” explained Henry Smith, senior security engineer at Automox, in an emailed analysis. "While the details are still limited, the root cause likely ties back to improper data validation. ... Early indicators suggest that attackers might exploit this bug by using Windows APIs to manipulate log files or corrupt log data, triggering the vulnerability." The potential impact is substantial, he added, given that an exploit leads to SYSTEM-level privileges on Windows Server. When paired with a remote code execution (RCE) bug, it's a perfect recipe for completely taking over a PC. Related: Microsoft NTLM Zero-Day to Remain Unpatched Until April Satnam Narang, senior staff research engineer at Tenable, noted via email that ransomware operators in particular have "developed a penchant for exploiting CLFS elevation-of-privilege flaws over the last few years." He noted, "unlike advanced persistent threat (APT) groups that typically focus on precision and patience, ransomware operators and affiliates are focused on the smash-and-grab tactics by any means necessary. By using elevation-of-privilege flaws like this one in CLFS, ransomware affiliates can move through a given network in order to steal and encrypt data and begin extorting their victims." The critical-severity CVE-2024-49112 (CVSS 9.8) is perhaps the most concerning CVE in this month's stocking of misery. It's an unauthenticated RCE issue in the Windows Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). According to Dustin Childs at the Zero Day Initiative (ZDI), cyberattackers can exploit the bug to compromise Domain Controllers by sending a specially crafted set of LDAP calls. Related: Microsoft Expands Access to Windows Recall AI Feature "Code execution occurs at the level of the LDAP service, which is elevated, but not SYSTEM," Childs wrote in a blog post on Dec. 10 . "Microsoft provides some ... interesting mitigation advice. They recommend disconnecting Domain Controllers from the Internet. While that would stop this attack, I'm not sure how practical that would be for most enterprises. I recommend testing and deploying the patch quickly." Another critical RCE vulnerability to address quickly is CVE-2024-49117 (CVSS 8.8) in Windows Hyper-V. An exploit would allow someone on a guest virtual machine (VM) to execute code on the underlying host OS, or perform a cross-VM attack. "The good news here is that the attacker does need to be authenticated," Childs noted. "The bad news is that the attacker only requires basic authentication — nothing elevated. If you are running Hyper-V or have hosts on a Hyper-V server, you'll definitely want to get this patched quickly." A total of nine critical bugs affect Windows Remote Desktop Services, with one ( CVE-2024-49132 , CVSS 8.1) allowing RCE by exploiting a use-after-free memory condition. "The exploit requires precise timing, making it an advanced attack," Ryan Braunstein, security manager at Automox, said via email. "Specifically, if a user connects through the Remote Desktop Gateway role, an attacker could intentionally trigger the use-after-free scenario. Successfully exploited, this vulnerability can allow attackers to execute their code remotely, gaining control of the system." Related: Open Source Security Priorities Get a Reshuffle That means exploitation is on the difficult side, but Braunstein cautioned that "over time, it's likely that cyberattackers develop tools that simplify the attack process. Until then, there are no effective workarounds, making immediate patching your best chance to mitigate this risk." There are also eight other critical vulnerabilities that rate 8.1 on the CVSS scale in Remote Desktop Services, including five other UAF bugs ( CVE-2024-49115 , CVE-2024-49116 , CVE-2024-49108 , CVE-2024-49106 , and CVE-2024-49128 ); CVE-2024-49123 , which involves sensitive data storage in improperly locked memory; CVE-2024-49120 , an insecure default variable initialization flaw; and CVE-2024-49119 , arising from improper resource handling during RDP sessions. "These vulnerabilities underscore persistent issues in RDP components , including memory management, timing, and operational handling," said Mike Walters, president and co-founder of Action1, via email. “[With] varied root causes, [it shows that] attackers can exploit different facets of RDP services. Organizations should avoid exposing RDP services to the global Internet and implement robust security controls to mitigate risks. These flaws further prove the dangers of leaving RDP open and unprotected." Security experts also flagged two other bugs for security admins to add to their holiday checklists , including an EoP vulnerability in the Windows Resilient File System (ReFS). Resilient File System (ReFS) is a file system designed for enhanced scalability and fault tolerance for virtualization environments, databases, and backups. It offers data resilience, storage efficiency, and improved performance. " CVE-2024-49093 (CVSS 8.8) revolves around a scope change that allows an attacker to elevate privileges from a low-privilege app container environment," explained Seth Hoyt, senior security engineer at Automox, via email. "Normally, app containers are designed to limit a process's ability to access files, memory, and other resources. Exploiting this vulnerability enables attackers to escape those confines, gaining broader system-level access. This means they can interact with files, processes, and memory previously out of reach." From there, cyberattackers could move laterally across the environment, he added. The final lump of coal called out by researchers this month is an RCE vulnerability in Musik ( CVE-2024-49063 ), a research project on AI-created music. “We've been wondering what bugs in AI would look like, and so far, they look like deserialization vulnerabilities," ZDI's Childs said. "That's what we have here. An attacker could gain code execution by crafting a payload that executes upon deserialization. Neat." Tara Seals has 20+ years of experience as a journalist, analyst and editor in the cybersecurity, communications and technology space. Prior to Dark Reading, Tara was Editor in Chief at Threatpost, and prior to that, the North American news lead for Infosecurity Magazine. She also spent 13 years working for Informa (formerly Virgo Publishing), as executive editor and editor-in-chief at publications focused on both the service provider and the enterprise arenas. A Texas native, she holds a B.A. from Columbia University, lives in Western Massachusetts with her family and is on a never-ending quest for good Mexican food in the Northeast.
One of the key factors that have played a significant role in the wild swings of Chinese stocks is regulatory scrutiny. The Chinese government has been increasing its oversight and regulatory measures on Chinese companies listed abroad, particularly in the United States. The regulatory crackdown initiated by Chinese authorities on various sectors such as technology, education, and online gaming has triggered panic among investors, leading to a mass sell-off and subsequent plunges in stock prices.In conclusion, the potential appointment of Tony Ashworth as sporting director at Arsenal represents an exciting prospect for the club and its fans. With his proven track record and innovative approach to player recruitment, Ashworth could be the missing piece in Arsenal's quest for success. As negotiations progress, all eyes will be on Ashworth and Arsenal as they work towards a potential deal that could reshape the future of the club.
As Chelsea continue their quest for silverware on multiple fronts, Ramsdale's presence in goal will be crucial to their success. With his shot-stopping prowess and leadership qualities, he provides the stability and assurance that every top team needs to thrive in high-pressure situations.In this increasingly digital world, our reliance on computers and other electronic devices has grown exponentially. Whether we use them for work, study, communication, or entertainment, the importance of having a fully functioning and reliable computer cannot be understated. However, just like any other piece of technology, computers are prone to technical issues and malfunctions. When faced with such problems, it can be frustrating and time-consuming to find a trusted service provider to address these issues promptly and effectively.United States President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that former United States ambassador to El Salvador Ronald Johnson is his pick for ambassador to Mexico during his second term. “I am pleased to nominate Ronald (Ron) Johnson to serve as the United States Ambassador to Mexico. Ron will work closely with our great Secretary of State Nominee, Marco Rubio, to promote our Nation’s security and prosperity through strong America First Foreign Policies,” Trump said on social media . Johnson — an army veteran and former official with the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) — served as ambassador to El Salvador during the final 16 months of Trump’s first term as president. The president-elect wrote on the social media platform that he owns, Truth Social, that as ambassador to El Salvador, Johnson “worked tirelessly with Salvadoran authorities and our team to reduce violent crime and illegal migration to the lowest levels in History.” “... Congratulations Ron. Together, we will put an end to migrant crime, stop the illegal flow of Fentanyl and other dangerous drugs into our Country and, MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN!” Trump wrote. If his appointment is approved by the U.S. Senate, Johnson — who shares his name with a Republican Party senator from Wisconsin – will replace Ken Salazar as U.S. Ambassador to Mexico. Salazar , a former U.S. senator and secretary of the interior during Barrack Obama’s first term as president, has been ambassador to Mexico since 2021. He succeeded Christopher Landau , who was ambassador to Mexico during Trump’s first term as president and was tapped by the president-elect this week to serve as deputy secretary of state under Rubio . Johnson will be tasked with a key role in the second Trump administration — helping to manage the United States’ relationship with its largest trading partner, a country with which it shares a 3,145-kilometer-long border that is currently far too porous for the president-elect’s liking. In late November, Trump pledged to impose a 25% tariff on all Mexican and Canadian exports to the United States on the first day of his second term as U.S. president due to what he called the “long-simmering problem” of migrants and drugs entering the U.S. via Mexico and Canada. He said that the tariffs would remain in effect “until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this Invasion of our Country!” Johnson could play a key role in the Trump administration’s negotiations with Mexico as it seeks to achieve those stated objectives. A 2019 U.S. Department of State report published after Johnson’s nomination as ambassador to El Salvador noted that Johnson had “served the United States government for over four decades, first as an officer in the U.S. Army, and then as a member of the intelligence community.” Prior to taking up the ambassador’s position in El Salvador, he served as the CIA’s Science and Technology Liaison to the U.S. Special Operations Command, in Tampa, Florida, according to the report. “Previously (2013-2107), he was Special Advisor to the U.S. Southern Command in Miami managing collaboration between the Command and the Intelligence Community, the State Department, the CDC, the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security, USAID and others,” the State Department said. The State Department report also noted that Johnson had had “substantive engagement on a wide range of regional issues including refugees, counternarcotics, counterterrorism, human rights and tropical virus disease control.” It said that he had lived in Latin America for more than five years and noted that he speaks Spanish. In his social media post on Tuesday, Trump highlighted that Johnson “served our Country for over twenty years with the Central Intelligence Agency after a distinguished career in the U.S. Army as a Green Beret.” “He graduated from the National Intelligence University with a Master of Strategic Intelligence,” he added. A statement published by the U.S. Embassy in El Salvador in January 2021 to announce the end of Johnson’s term as ambassador noted that he arrived in the Central American country in 2019 with his wife, Alina Johnson. Johnson has four children and five grandchildren, according to a short profile that appeared on the website of the U.S. Embassy in San Salvador. At her morning press conference on Wednesday, President Claudia Sheinbaum acknowledged that Trump had announced his pick for ambassador to Mexico. Speaking more broadly about the bilateral relationship between Mexico and the United States, she stressed that she won’t allow Mexico to be subordinated in any “collaboration” or “coordination” that her government enters into with its U.S. counterpart. The bilateral relationship will “always” be a relationship of “equals,” she said. “We have to defend that,” she said before asserting that there was “a lot of subordination” during the 2006–2012 presidency of Felipe Calderón. “With us, there won’t be. We’re going to collaborate [with the United States] ... but without subordination,” Sheinbaum said. She said that Mexico will continue to collaborate with the United States on efforts to combat drug trafficking to the U.S. but emphasized that Mexico wants the U.S. to do its part to reduce the number of weapons flowing south. “It’s not just a matter of drug trafficking ... but also the violence generated in Mexico with the entry of weapons [from the U.S.] ,” Sheinbaum said. “... We want a reduction in violence and construction of peace,” she said. “We want homicides and other high-impact crimes to go down, many of which are linked to organized crime,” Sheinbaum said, adding that achieving the objective requires a reduction in the number of weapons coming into Mexico from the United States. “That’s why I say that with this ambassador or others, we’re going to defend our sovereignty, our condition of equality [with the United States], and we’re going to collaborate and cooperate on everything that is required, but always in the interest of the people of Mexico and the nation,” she said. Mexico News Daily
