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Matthew Knies has quickly emerged as a critical player for the Toronto Maple Leafs, especially in the defensive zone. During a Hockey Central segment , the panel analyzed how Knies excels in areas often overlooked by casual fans. Luke Gazdic highlighted Knies’ mastery of what he calls the “longest mile in hockey.” That is the six to ten feet inside the blue line. Knies’ skill creates more offensive opportunities for the team in this space. What Is the “Longest Mile in Hockey”? Gazdic refers to the six-to-ten-foot stretch inside the defensive blue line as hockey’s “longest mile.” For wingers, it’s a zone that demands quick decision-making, situational awareness, and precise execution. In this critical area, players must identify their help—whether a centerman supporting in the middle or a defenseman ready to join the play. Knies has mastered shielding the puck with his body and making intelligent plays under pressure, ensuring the team doesn’t turn pucks over in dangerous areas. He’s shown tremendous courage and high hockey IQ and is making the moves he makes on the ice. That puts him almost always around scoring in some way or another. Knies’ Defensive Skill Set Leads to Offense Gazdic praised Knies for turning defensive challenges into offensive opportunities. His ability to win battles along the boards and execute clean zone exits has directly impacted the Maple Leafs’ attack. Gazdic pointed out several examples of Knies’ success. First, against Tampa Bay, Knies won a battle at the defensive blue line, used his body to shield the puck, and chipped it into the neutral zone to a speeding teammate. Second, against Edmonton, he found space and chipped the puck to a teammate underneath the forecheck, initiating a clean breakout. Third, against Washington, Knies executed a perfectly-timed chip pass along the boards to Auston Matthews , leading to a fast-paced transition play. Knies’ Value to the Maple Leafs Keeps Climbing Gazdic speculates that Knies’ growing proficiency in the game’s “gray areas” will add significant value to his career. Skills like this contribute to team success and enhance a player’s earning potential. Interestingly, there are contract implications for Knies. Gazdic humorously suggested that Knies’ ability to execute in these crucial zones could add “a couple of extra zeros” to his next contract. Knies, who plays alongside stars like John Tavares and William Nylander , complements the Maple Leafs’ offensive firepower with his two-way reliability. The Bottom Line: Knies Quiet Rise to Becoming an X-Factor Knies is proving that he’s more than just a promising young talent—he’s becoming an essential component of the Maple Leafs’ success. By excelling in the game’s small, gritty details, Knies is improving his own stock and helping the Leafs capitalize on their transition game. As his skills develop, it’s worth speculating how far Knies can go. Could he become a consistent difference-maker in the playoffs? If his current trajectory holds, the answer might be yes. The Maple Leafs appear to have found a player who thrives in the unglamorous but critical areas of the game— qualities that define an X-factor. This article first appeared on NHL Trade Talk and was syndicated with permission.US pushed for retraction of a famine warning for north Gaza. Aid groups express concern.Tarleton St. 61, Hofstra 59‘Intrusive and presumptuous’: Fury in Germany after Musk backs far-right party ahead of elections

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EL SEGUNDO — Running back J.K. Dobbins declined to talk about his injured knee Thursday. Coach Jim Harbaugh would only say that Dobbins looked “good” in practice. Officially, the Chargers listed Dobbins as questionable to play in Saturday’s game against the New England Patriots. Dobbins has been sidelined for four weeks, placed on injured reserve because of an injury suffered in the first half of the Chargers’ loss Nov. 25 to the Baltimore Ravens. Dobbins remained on injured reserve this week, although the Chargers opened his window to return to the active roster Monday. He could be activated Friday and be in the lineup for Saturday’s game, helping the Chargers defeat the Patriots and clinch an AFC wild-card berth with their 10th victory. Or the Chargers could play it safe and wait to activate Dobbins, their leading rusher with 766 yards and eight touchdowns on 156 carries this season. The Chargers’ regular-season finale is either Jan. 4 or 5 against the Raiders in Las Vegas. The oddsmakers favor the Chargers (9-6) over the Patriots (3-12). Given the significance of the Chargers’ game Saturday against the Patriots, and given the fact that running back Gus Edwards was ruled out of the game because of an ankle injury suffered during their victory Dec. 9 over the Denver Broncos , it would seem imperative to have their best running back on the field in Week 17. If neither Dobbins nor Edwards can play, Harbaugh would turn to rookie Kimani Vidal and second-year running back Hassan Haskins to carry the ball in the most important game of the season for the Chargers. If the weather forecast becomes reality, the ground game could be extra important. As of Thursday afternoon, Saturday’s forecast calls for a high of 42 degrees with a 75% chance of rain in Foxborough, Massachusetts, the suburban Boston site of Gillette Stadium. Last season, the visiting Chargers hydroplaned their way to a 6-0 victory over the Patriots in a game in which their only scores came via two field goals from Cameron Dicker. Quarterback Justin Herbert completed only 22 of 37 passes for 212 yards and the Chargers rushed for just 29 yards. Controlling the ball with an effective running game figures to be critical in the Chargers’ first cold-weather game of the season. It could become all the more significant if the rain arrives as scheduled and the passing game becomes all the more dicey with a slick football and a soggy field. The Chargers did receive a dose of inclement weather earlier this week when a cool mist swept off the ocean during Tuesday’s practice. It was hardly enough to be called rain, though. The temperatures barely dipped below 60 degrees, hardly the stuff of a wintry afternoon in New England. “Most all of us have played in those kinds of games or grew up in that kind of weather,” Harbaugh said. “Bottom line is these guys are young and they’re healthy and their heart pumps warm blood. It pumps it from the arteries to the veins to the tributaries to the capillaries throughout their whole body.” Harbaugh paused. “I might have gotten the order wrong,” he said, laughing. “It’s been well-established that I’m not a doctor. But I know it’s warm blood. Young, healthy, athletic guys are able to generate it.” INJURY REPORT Edwards, linebacker Denzel Perryman (groin) and right guard Trey Pipkins III (hip) were ruled out of Saturday’s game. Dobbins, tight ends Will Dissly (shoulder) and Hayden Hurst (illness) and defensive back Elijah Molden (knee) were listed as questionable to play against the Patriots.Adam Clark scores 18 to help Merrimack knock off Niagara 80-62Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100The future of American education is bright | GUEST COMMENTARY

Kangaroo Flat Primary School students have new uniforms - and they mean a lot. or signup to continue reading A total of 30 from grade 3 to 6 students have worked alongside local artists and elders to learn about their culture and find a way to share their stories with the wider school community. The outcome of this project is a new school uniform, including a T-shirt and hat, which reflects Indigenous culture. The project also involved Indigenous children sharing their cultural stories and taking part in a special assembly involving dance, story-telling and performance. The project was funded by VicHealth and was a joint initiative with the City of Greater Bendigo and the Dja Dja Wurrung arts, education and tourism enterprise. "This project aimed to empower young First Nations students from Kangaroo Flat Primary School to share their cultural stories in a way of their choosing," the city's community partnerships manager Andie West said. "It was created to address several priorities identified by children living in City of Greater Bendigo who said they wanted more opportunities to participate in culture and have an increased visibility of culture in the community." As part of the project, the students took part in workshops and excursions where they explored culture and wrote their 'story'. They also designed a piece of art which has been incorporated into the new uniforms. "Most students reported that after participating in the project, they feel better about being themselves, feel more connected to culture, and feel safer to show and share their culture at school," Ms West said. "It's been a really great project with a fantastic outcome for the Kangaroo Flat Primary School community." The items have been added to the school's uniform options and will be sold to students in 2025. WA boy in Bendigo, happy to be in Central Victoria. WA boy in Bendigo, happy to be in Central Victoria. DAILY Today's top stories curated by our news team. WEEKDAYS Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation. WEEKLY The latest news, results & expert analysis. WEEKDAYS Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening. WEEKLY Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters. WEEKLY Love footy? We've got all the action covered. WEEKLY Every Saturday and Tuesday, explore destinations deals, tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe. WEEKLY Going out or staying in? Find out what's on. WEEKDAYS Sharp. Close to the ground. Digging deep. Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs, politics and more. TWICE WEEKLY Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday. WEEKLY Get news, reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert, ACM's exclusive motoring partner. TWICE WEEKLY Get real, Australia! Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over. AS IT HAPPENS Be the first to know when news breaks. DAILY Your digital replica of Today's Paper. Ready to read from 5am! DAILY Test your skills with interactive crosswords, sudoku & trivia. Fresh daily!

EDMONTON — Alberta’s information and privacy commissioner says she is worried -- but not surprised -- the province voted this week to pass legislation she says will reduce public access to government information. "I am concerned," commissioner Diane McLeod said in an interview. "All of those things I think are going to impact the right of access significantly for Albertans." The government wrapped up the fall sitting of the legislature late Wednesday night, passing a bill from Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally on new rules surrounding freedom of information. The bill creates new exemptions for what documents the public has a right to access. They will not be allowed to see any document created by or for the premier, government ministers or the provincial Treasury Board, including correspondence like emails. When the bill was introduced last month, McLeod wrote to Nally outlining multiple concerns, but no amendments were made to Nally's bill before it passed third and final reading. "There was nothing in (the letter that) would have come as any surprise to them," said McLeod, whose office has been investigating the government's handling of freedom of information requests since the summer of 2023. "I didn't really expect them to respond to my comments and recommendations.” In the letter, McLeod wrote that the proposed changes give the government more power to avoid disclosing information to the public by including in the exempted correspondence “virtually all communication between political staff and (members of cabinet).” Nally has repeatedly rejected the criticism, saying that such electronic communication should be confidential as freedom of information "is about access to government documents, not about political conversation." Nally's bill also extends the time frame for when public bodies must respond to freedom of information applications to 30 business days from 30 days. It also permits public bodies to dismiss information applications if they are deemed not to be "reasonable." What is and is not reasonable is not defined in the bill. Nally has denied the changes will make Alberta's government less transparent. “Every province is a little bit different, but at the end of the day there will be no light between us when it comes to offering access to information to Albertans,” Nally said Wednesday. Irfan Sabir, the Opposition NDP's justice critic, said the bill will make accessing government records much more difficult. "We are dealing with a government that is already very secretive, that is dishonest, that is not transparent, so it will make things way worse," said Sabir. During the sitting, Smith’s government also passed three contentious bills surrounding transgender youth. The bills ban the prescribing of puberty blockers to those under 16, require parental notification and consent if those under 16 wish to use a different name or pronouns in school, and ban transgender athletes from competing in female amateur sports. They also ban minors from receiving gender-affirming "top" surgery. Opposition NDP Leader Christina Gray said Thursday they tried to remedy multiple bills with amendments but were voted down by Smith’s UCP majority. “We were batting zero," said Gray. "None of our (26) amendments were accepted." NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi said Smith’s government lost sight of what matters to Albertans. "They tabled ... (13) bills with not a single bill about affordability, about jobs, about housing, about public safety,” said Nenshi. “The only things they had to say on health care and education were 'Let's make sure vulnerable kids are more vulnerable in schools and in the doctor's office,'" said Nenshi. Smith’s government also made headlines during the fall sitting by firing the board of and key executives with the Alberta Investment Management Corp. and naming former prime minister Stephen Harper as the new board chair just weeks later. AIMCo is the agency responsible for managing nearly $170 billion in assets, including public sector pension funds and the province's rainy-day Heritage Savings Trust Fund. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 5, 2024. Jack Farrell, The Canadian Press

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Import tariffs during President-elect Donald Trump’s first term broadly lowered stock values on the day they were unveiled, and were associated with lower future profits, sales and employment for the firms whose equity prices were hit the hardest, new analysis by Federal Reserve Bank of New York staff concluded. Firms exposed to trade with China in particular, about half of publicly listed companies, saw bigger stock market losses on days when import tariffs were announced during 2018 and 2019, and over the ensuing two years saw profits, for example, that were about 13% lower than others. “One key motivation for imposing tariffs on imported goods is to protect U.S. firms from foreign competition. By taxing imports, domestic prices become relatively cheaper, and Americans switch expenditure from foreign goods to domestic goods,” New York Fed economists including Mary Amiti, head of labor and product market studies in the bank’s research group, wrote in the analysis. But “most firms suffered large valuation losses on tariff-announcement days. We also document that these financial losses translated into future reductions in profits, employment, sales, and labor productivity.” The paper adds to other research estimating that tariffs present a drag on activity and comes as policymakers, companies and economic researchers try to gauge what lies ahead as Trump vows to ratchet import duties even higher in his second term. Trump and his advisers see the tariffs as a way to raise revenue for the federal government, though the question of how the cost of import levies is spread across producers, importers and consumers is a thorny one. Benefits from tariffs are hard to come by, the New York Fed’s research team concluded, “because global supply chains are complex and foreign countries retaliate...Our results show that firms experienced large losses in expected cash flows and real outcomes. These losses were broad-based, with firms exposed to China experiencing the largest losses.” The analysis builds on a prior study by the same research team that estimated the first Trump administration’s trade war made firms and households worse off by a factor of around 3%. While Trump doesn’t take office until Jan. 20, economists at the Fed and in the private sector are racing to try to frame in broad terms what the fallout of new rounds of tariffs might be. Trump for example has threatened levies as high as 25% on goods from Canada and Mexico, with another 10% on top of what is already imposed on Chinese goods. Source: ReutersThe hunt for UnitedHealthcare CEO's elusive killer yields new evidence, but few answers

LEWISTON, N.Y. (AP) — Adam Clark had 18 points in Merrimack's 80-62 victory over Niagara on Sunday. Clark added nine assists for the Warriors (4-6, 2-0 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Devon Savage scored 18 points, finishing 6 of 10 from 3-point range. Sean Trumper went 6 of 7 from the field (3 for 3 from 3-point range) to finish with 16 points. Jhaylon Martinez led the way for the Purple Eagles (4-6, 1-1) with 14 points and six rebounds. Zion Russell added 13 points and six rebounds. Jaeden Marshall had 11 points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

Newby scores 16, UNC Wilmington knocks off Appalachian State 76-61

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